India Mandates Warning Labels on Emergency Contraceptive Pills Amid Usage Concerns

India's Drug Controller General has mandated new warning labels on emergency contraceptive pills like I-Pill and Unwanted-72, specifying they do not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted infections and should not be used more than twice a month. These pills remain over-the-counter but are now formally listed under Schedule K of the Drugs Rules, 1945. The decision follows concerns about frequent use among young women, highlighted by cases such as a 22-year-old who developed an ectopic pregnancy after repeated use. The move aims to promote safer contraceptive practices and encourage consultation with healthcare providers.