Emergency Contraception
Emergency Contraception
Christian Jessen (Doctor) gives expert video advice on: What emergency contraception is available?; Where can I get emergency contraception? and more...
What should I do if I've had sex without using contraception?
If you've had sex without using contraception, you should go and seek medical advice, as you may need some sort of emergency contraception.
What emergency contraception is available?
There are two forms of emergency contraception available. One is to take the morning after pill. The other is to have an intrauterine device inserted by a doctor.
What is an emergency pill?
An emergency pill is a hormonal form of contraception taken after sex. The emergency pill can be taken up to 72 hours after sex to help prevent pregnancies.
What is an emergency IUD?
An emergency inter-uterine device (IUD) is the same as a regular inter-uterine device (IUD), except the emergency inter-uterine device (IUD) is inserted after having sex to help prevent pregnancies from occurring.
Where can I get emergency contraception?
If you think you need emergency contraception, you should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.