Anwendungsgebiete
Ella is a progesterone agonist/antagonist emergency contraceptive indicated for prevention of pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . E lla is not intended for routine use as a contraceptive. Ella is a progesterone agonist/antagonist emergency contraceptive indicated for prevention of pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure.
Ella is not intended for routine use as a contraceptive. ( 1 )
Gegenanzeigen
Ella is contraindicated for use in the case of known or suspected pregnancy [see Use in Specific Populations (8.1) ]. Known or suspected pregnancy ( 4 )
Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen
Existing Pregnancy: ella is not indicated for termination of an existing pregnancy. ( 5.1) Ectopic pregnancy: Evaluate women who become pregnant or complain of lower abdominal pain after taking ella for ectopic pregnancy. ( 5.2 ) Fertility Following Use : Rapid return of fertility is likely. Subsequent acts of intercourse should be protected by a reliable barrier method of contraception until the next menstrual period.
( 5.5 ) Effect on Menstrual Cycle: ella may alter the next expected menses. If menses is delayed beyond 1 week, rule out pregnancy. ( 5.6 ) Ella does not protect against STI/HIV. ( 5.7 )
5.1Existing Pregnancy
Ella is not indicated for termination of an existing pregnancy.
5.2Ectopic Pregnancy
A history of ectopic pregnancy is not a contraindication to use of this emergency contraceptive method. Healthcare providers, however, should consider the possibility of ectopic pregnancy in women who become pregnant or complain of lower abdominal pain after taking ella . A follow-up physical or pelvic examination is recommended if there is any doubt concerning the general health or pregnancy status of any woman after taking ella .



