Ulipristal Acetate and Vivelle-Dot

• Generic Name: ulipristal
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ella, Ella

Prevention of unintended pregnancy after unprotected intercourse or known or suspected contraceptive failure as an emergency contraceptive. Postcoital (emergency) contraceptive regimens are not as effective as most other methods of long-term contraception;not intended for routine use as a contraceptive.

Levonorgestrel currently is the preferred postcoital contraceptive when the drug is initiated within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. Ulipristal is an effective alternative to levonorgestrel for postcoital contraception when used within 120 hours after unprotected intercourse.

• Generic Name: estradiol
• Dosage Forms: patch, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Alora, Climara, Estradiol Patch, Menostar, Minivelle, Vivelle-Dot, Estraderm, Vivelle, Delestrogen, Depo-Estradiol, Divigel, Elestrin Pump, Estrasorb, EstroGel Pump, Evamist, Estrace, DepoEstradiol, Elestrin, Estradot, Estrogel, Femtrace, Femring, Gynodiol

Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.

Vivelle-Dot skin patches are used to treat certain symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. Vivelle-Dot is also used to prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis, or to treat ovarian disorders.

Vivelle-Dot may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.