Get Emergency Contraception in Parbold

Emergency contraception is a tablet taken by a woman following unprotected sex to avoid getting pregnant. Unprotected sex refers to when other contraception methods have failed like a condom breaking or coming off during sexual intercourse.

How does Emergency Hormonal Contraception work?

Emergency contraception delays releasing of an egg during ovulation. The increased levels of luteinising hormone (LH) in your body then activate ovulation. The high the levels of LH, the lesser the chances of emergency contraception working to prevent pregnancy.

It’s therefore paramount that you take the emergency contraception pill the soonest time possible after unprotected sex to increase its effectiveness.

There are two types of emergency contraception pills including ellaOne and Levonorgestrel. The effectiveness of Levonorgestrel goes down once the levels of LH increase. ellaOne can still be effective later on in your menstrual cycle. So, you should take the pills soon following unprotected sex. Even though emergency contraception is usually picked at the store, it’s possible to order and pick your pills on the same day.

Does Emergency Contraception have side effects?

The most noted side effects associated with emergency contraception include period or abdominal pain, headaches, nausea, and irregular bleeding.

Can men buy Emergency Contraception in Parbold?

No. Only the person who needs to use the emergency contraception pill should purchase it. This is mostly because they need to provide personal information to help determine their suitability. You can only collect the pills in –person from one of our stores.

Does the morning-after pill offer protection against STIs?

No. Emergency contraception only prevent pregnancy and cannot protect you against STIs (sexually transmitted infections) including HIV, genital warts, or chlamydia. It’s important to practice safe sex (using condoms and other preventive measures) to avoid catching or spreading STIs. Even if you are taking another form of birth control, it’s safe to always use a condom.

Get in touch with John Halton Pharmacy today to discuss the best option for you or book your appointment below.