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ECP Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

ECP Tablet (Levonorgestrel) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

Levonorgestrel 0.75mg

Manufacturer

Greenstar Pakistan

Estimated price

Price not listed

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Common side effects

  • Most people tolerate ECP Tablet well, but some might experience nausea
  • Some individuals may experience vomiting
  • Abdominal pain is also a common side effect
Read full Side Effects guide →

Important warnings

  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have a history of blood clots
  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have breast cancer
  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding

ECP Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameECP
Generic NameLevonorgestrel
StrengthLevonorgestrel 0.75mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassProgestins
ManufacturerGreenstar Pakistan
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is ECP Tablet? (ECP Tablet kya hai)

ECP Tablet is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan. Its generic component is Levonorgestrel, and it belongs to the Progestins class. This medicine targets inflammatory or infection-related pathways in the body to control symptoms. Therefore, following the dose and duration as per your doctor's plan is crucial.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Emergency contraception
  • Unprotected intercourse
  • Contraceptive failure
  • Delayed ovulation
  • Pregnancy prevention
  • Post-coital protection
  • Missed contraception
  • Barrier failure

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Women seeking emergency contraception
  • Individuals who have experienced contraceptive failure
  • Those with unprotected intercourse

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you have a history of blood clots
  • If you have breast cancer
  • If you have unexplained vaginal bleeding
  • If you have had a stroke or heart attack

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have a history of blood clots
  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have breast cancer
  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding
  • Avoid using ECP Tablet if you have had a stroke or heart attack

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Most people tolerate ECP Tablet well, but some might experience nausea, Some individuals may experience vomiting, Abdominal pain is also a common side effect
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Medicines that affect blood clotting
  • Other hormonal contraceptives

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousLevonorgestrel
Alternative brandVariousLevonorgestrel

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: ECP Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

A: ECP Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: ECP Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: ECP Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein ECP Tablet ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya ECP Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: ECP Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-02-28 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ECP Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

ECP Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

ECP Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

ECP Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein ECP Tablet ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya ECP Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

ECP Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.