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| • | How to take
medication (give written instructions when |
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| • | Use of
antiemetic (Rx or OTC) 1 hour prior to first dose of |
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| • | Expected side
effects (nausea/vomiting/cramping) |
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| • | When to expect
menses (up to 98% bleed within 21 days of EC) |
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| • | If no menses
after 3 weeks, rule out pregnancy |
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| LaValleur
J. Obstet Gynecol Clin North
Am. 2000;27(4): 817-839. |
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| ACOG Practice
Bulletin. Int J Gynecol Obstet. 2002;78:191-198. |
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