ellaOne, Ulipristal Acetate

Ulipristal acetate is used as uterine fibroids or as a contraceptive.

Ulipristal acetate works by blocking the effects of the female hormone progesterone. The female hormone progesterone plays a role in the development of fibroids. Ulipristal acetate works by blocking the effects of progesterone. This stops the fibroids from growing and they shrink in size.

Patients who take Ulipristal acetate may suffer from such side effects;

Fatigue,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Breast tenderness,
Back pain,
Mood changes,
Pelvic pain,
Pain during periods,
Muscle pain