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Progestin Agonist/Antagonists

Progestin agonist/antagonists are used as emergency contraceptives. They work by preventing ovulation and egg fertilization.

Why are progestin agonist antagonists prescribed?

  1. Emergency Contraceptive (100%)

Key takeaways

Progestin agonist / antagonists block the effects of the hormone progesterone. They're used as emergency contraception, because the prevent ovulation and may also prevent a fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus. Ulipristal (Ella) is one example.

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ULIPRISTAL can prevent pregnancy. It should be taken as soon as possible in the 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex or if you think your contraceptive didn't work. It belongs to a group of medications called emergency contraceptives. It does not prevent HIV or other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
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