Diad is a morning-after pill used in an emergency to prevent pregnancy, after intimate contact without a condom, or when the contraceptive method routinely used is suspected. It is important to note that this remedy is neither abortifacient nor protects against sexually transmitted diseases.
Diad is a drug that has Levonorgestrel as the active substance, and for it to work effectively, it should be taken as soon as possible, up to 72 hours after unprotected intimate contact. This medicine is an emergency method, so Diad should not be used frequently because it can cause side effects due to its high concentration of hormone.
This medicine can be obtained in pharmacies with an average price of 17 reais.
How to take
The first tablet of Diad should be given as soon as possible after intercourse, not to exceed 72 hours, as there is a decrease in efficacy when treatment is delayed. The second tablet should always be taken 12 hours after the first one. If vomiting occurs within 2 hours of taking the tablet, repeat the dose.
Possible side effects
The main side effects that can occur with this medicine are lower abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting, change in the menstrual cycle, tenderness in the sinuses and irregular bleeding.
See other side effects that may be caused by the morning-after pill.
Who should not use
The emergency pill can not be used in confirmed pregnancy or lactating women.
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