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Microlut TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: levonorgestrel

Pack: Microlut 30 microgram tablet, 4 x 28, blister packs

Brand name

(ARTG)

: MICROLUT levonorgestrel 30 mcg tablet blister pack

Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

oral contraception

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, sugar coated
  • Oral
  • White round tablet

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 1 x 28 tablets pack
  • 4 x 28 tablets pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient levonorgestrel

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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