Levonorgestrel
Next Choice One Dose is an emergency contraceptive medication containing the hormone levonorgestrel. It is designed to be taken as a single dose within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure (such as a broken condom) to help prevent an unintended pregnancy. This medication is intended for occasional use only and is not a regular method of birth control.
A single-dose emergency contraceptive pill used to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1303925
- Generic
- Next Choice One Dose
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Next Choice One Dose is used to prevent pregnancy when taken as emergency contraception following unprotected sexual intercourse, contraceptive failure (e.g., broken condom, missed birth control pills), or sexual assault. It is not indicated for termination of an existing pregnancy and should not be used as routine contraception.
As a progestin-only emergency contraceptive, it primarily works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation to prevent fertilization. It may also alter the cervical mucus and fallopian tube motility to reduce the chance of sperm meeting an egg. Effectiveness decreases the longer someone waits to take it after unprotected intercourse.
This medication is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. It is not effective if pregnancy has already occurred and will not affect an existing pregnancy. Common side effects may include nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, and menstrual changes. It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This medication should not be used if pregnancy is already confirmed, and women with certain medical conditions should consult a healthcare provider before use.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy