Emergency contraception - NHS
WebYou need to use emergency contraception within 3 to 5 days of having unprotected sex. The sooner you use emergency contraception, the more effective it usually is. There are 2 types of emergency contraception: an IUD (intrauterine device) also called a copper coil; the emergency contraceptive pill (also called the morning after pill)
Contraception - emergency | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE
WebEmergency contraception (EC) is an intervention aimed at preventing unintended pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI) or contraceptive failure. EC should be considered if a woman does not wish to conceive and has had UPSI: On any day of a natural menstrual cycle.
Emergency contraception - NHS
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Where to get the emergency contraceptive pill (morning after pill)
WebWhere to get the emergency contraceptive pill. You can get free emergency contraception from: most sexual health clinics, also called family planning or contraception clinics; most GP surgeries; some NHS walk-in centres; some young people’s services (call the national sexual health helpline on 0300 123 7123 for more information) …
FSRH Guideline Emergency Contraception
WebEmergency Contraception (March 2017, amended December 2020 ). Published by the Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare. Registered in England No. 2804213 and Registered Charity No. 1019969
Emergency contraception | Treatment summaries | BNF | NICE
WebOverview. Emergency contraception is intended for occasional use, to reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI). It does not replace effective regular contraception.
Scenario: Management | Management | Contraception - emergency …
WebEmergency contraception (EC) is indicated if there has been unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI) or barrier failure during the time that additional precautions are required for that method of contraception.
Emergency Contraception - Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive …
Web3 Dec 2020 · Recently updated. FSRH Clinical Guideline: Emergency Contraception (March 2017, amended July 2023) 17 July 2023. This document updates previous Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) guidance and aims to summarise the available evidence on emergency contraception (EC).
Emergency contraception - World Health Organization (WHO)
Web9 Nov 2021 · Key facts. Emergency contraception (EC) can prevent up to over 95% of pregnancies when taken within 5 days after intercourse. EC can be used in the following situations: unprotected intercourse, concerns about possible contraceptive failure, incorrect use of contraceptives, and sexual assault if without contraception coverage.
FSRH Clinical Guideline: Emergency Contraception (March 2017, …
Web17 Jul 2023 · Providing information and guidance on emergency contraception. In the UK, three methods of EC are currently available: the copper IUD (Cu-IUD), oral ulipristal acetate (UPA) 30 mg (single dose) and oral levonorgestrel (LNG) 1.5 mg (single dose).
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