EllaOne Tablet 30mg

What are ellaOne tablets?

ellaOne tablets are used by women who have had unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. They can used up to 120 hours post sex with 98% effectiveness, longer than the 72 hours of Levonorgestrel. They contain the active ingredient Ulipristal Acetate. .
It is a highly effective method of preventing pregnancy and is often used in emergency contraception and is a safe and effective option for women who want to prevent unwanted pregnancies.

How to buy an ellaOne tablet

You can use our online pharmacy service to buy ellaOne tablets online in the UK and choose from collection, next day or free delivery. We are a regulated GPhC registered pharmacy based in the UK. As ellaOne tablets are a 'Pharmacy-only' (P) medicine a pharmacist needs to have a consultation to make sure treatment is appropriate before you can purchase ellaOne tablets.
Upon completion of your order, our pharmacist will then review your online assessment. If your assessment is approved, our pharmacy team will then dispense your order, which will be dispatched the same day using your chosen delivery method.

How it works

ellaOne contains the active ingredient Ulipristal Acetate which stops progesterone working normally, it also stops or delays ovulation which is necessary for pregnancy to occur. It is highly effective when taken in the 120 hour window. As it only works in a 120 hour period a tablet can be bought to keep in as an emergency, although it is much preferable to use another form of contraception rather than relying on emergency contraceptives.

How effective is ellaOne

ellaOne can be taken up to 120 hours (five days) after having unprotected sex with up to 98% effectiveness
If it has been longer than 120 hours ellaOne will not be effective and you will instead have to discuss options with your doctor.

How to take ellaOne

ellaOne should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex as the sooner the better.

After taking ellaOne

In the unlikely event you are sick within a 3 hour period of taking it, you will need to take another dose of ellaOne as it will not have had enough to absorb.
ellaOne does not continue to protect you against pregnancy. You should continue with your normal contraception after taking the tablet or you may become pregnant.
ellaOne can make your next period earlier, later or more painful than usual. If your period is more than 7 days late you will need to see a doctor.

Who cannot take ellaOne

It is generally considered a safe and effective emergency contraceptive for most women, it may not be suitable for you if:

1. You are allergic to ulipristal acetate or any of the other ingredients in the medication
2. You are already pregnant or might be pregnant
3. You have liver problems
4. You have of have a history of certain cancers
5. You are taking certain other medications, such as certain antifungal or HIV drugs

ellaOne side effects

There are no serious or long-term side effects from taking the emergency contraceptive pill. These side effects vary and not everyone will experience them. However, like any medication it can cause side effects, these include:

1. Nausea (feeling sick)
2. Headaches
3. Irregular menstrual periods
4. Weight gain
5. Breast tenderness
6. Mood changes
7. Severe abdominal pain
8. Chest pain
9. Signs of a blood clot, such as swelling or redness in the legs

See your doctor if you think you might be pregnant, your next period is more than 7 days late, you think you might be pregnant, you next period is lighter or shorter than usual or if you have sudden pain in your lower abdomen.

More ellaOne & Emergency Contraception information

If you would like more information you can find the SPC: ellaOne SPC
If you would like more information on Emergency Contraception click NHS Emergency Contraception.