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Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected sex (sex without contraception or when contraception might have failed).
You 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.
The emergency contraceptive pill (or the morning after pill) can be taken up to 5 days after having unprotected sex depending on the product. It is available online to women aged 18 and over, and it designed to be used in an emergency, and not to be taken on a regular basis. Please bear in mind that the emergency contraceptive pill will NOT offer protection against STIs. If you are concerned about STIs, then you need to contact your GP or local sexual health clinic.
You only need a prescription for the morning after pill in the UK if you are under 16. If you are over 16, you can purchase emergency contraception pills online from a licensed pharmacy.
In some cases, the emergency contraceptive pill may not be suitable for you. There is another option to have an intrauterine device (IUD) fitted.
This is a copper and plastic t shaped device that is inserted into the womb by a doctor or nurse, and can be fitted up to 5 days after having unprotected sex. It works by releasing copper which stops the egg being implanted into the womb or being fertilised. The IUD is up to 99% effective, and can be used as an ongoing method of contraceptive.
Yes, both Levonelle and ellaOne are available to buy at Be Online Pharmacy, even if you don’t need the pill at that time. It can be useful to have the pill as a backup especially if you will be going away and need peace of mind.
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