Ingredient

Ulipristal Acetate

Ulipristal acetate is an ingredient used for emergency contraception.

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MFDS ingredient code M114896

What does it do?

Ulipristal acetate is a progesterone receptor modulator primarily used for emergency contraception. This ingredient helps prevent pregnancy by delaying or inhibiting ovulation.

Ulipristal acetate regulates the action of female reproductive hormones to delay or inhibit ovulation. This prevents a fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus, thereby preventing pregnancy.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike another emergency contraceptive, levonorgestrel, ulipristal acetate has a stronger ovulation delay effect and can be effective even just before ovulation. Additionally, it has the characteristic of acting for a long time after a single dose.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.