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AfterPill

AfterPill is an emergency contraceptive pill that can be taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. It contains levonorgestrel, a hormone that can prevent the release of an egg from the ovary or prevent fertilization of the egg by sperm. It is recommended to be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex, preferably within 72 hours, but it may still be effective up to 5 days after. AfterPill is not intended to be used as a regular form of contraception and does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.

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AfterPill

Depletes

Prolonged use of AfterPill can impact 6 essential nutrients.

Vitamin B1

Zinc

Folic Acid

Vitamin E

Tyrosine

Vitamin B2

Also Affects:

Selenium

Health Impact

AfterPill-induced nutrient depletion can lead to a range of health problems

Wernicke–Korsakoff Neurologic Changes

Beriberi Neuropathy & Cardiac Failure

Weakened Immune Response

Slow Skin & Wound Healing

High Homocysteine & Vascular Risk

Folate-Related Megaloblastic Anemia

Neuropathy & Ataxia From Low E

Side Effects

Common side effects of AfterPill, some of which may be related to nutrient depletion

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Folate

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Zinc Bisglycinate

by Pure Encapsulations

Vitamin B2 Riboflavin

by Pure Encapsulations

L-Tyrosine

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Vitamin B1 Thiamine HCl

by Pure Encapsulations

Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) 33 mg; mixed tocopherols 6.6mg (providing d-gamma, d-delta and d-beta tocopherols)

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