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Back to Sexual Health pageEmergency ContraceptionYou May Have A Need For Emergency Contraception After Sex If...
You didn't use any birth control. There are different brands of emergency contraception available. Plan B One-Step and the generic, Next Choice, are available over-the-counter. Ella requires a prescription. Ella is more effective than Plan Be One-Step if needed 4-5 days after unprotected sex rather than immediately. What is Emergency Contraception? Effectiveness Advantages Disadvantages How To Access Emergency ContraceptionEmergency Contraception is available over-the-counter to women and men aged 18 and over in the UHC Pharmacy. Personal identification showing proof of age is required. Emergency Contraception is available by prescription only for women 17 years and younger. Emergency Contraception is also available at other pharmacies. Call ahead to be sure it is available in the pharmacy you are visiting. How To Use Emergency ContraceptionRead and follow the instructions on the package insert, and contact your clinician if you have any questions. Call the Health Center (706-542-8691) if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, chest pain, shortness of breath, leg pain, or any other unusual symptoms. Please visit www.not-2-late.com for more information. |
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