Emergency contraception is available via GP services, sexual health clinics, pharmacies, and online
- The copper intrauterine device (IUD, copper coil) is the most effective form of emergency contraception
- There are two types of emergency contraception pills (Levonorgestrel and Ulipristal Acetate)
- Emergency contraception works best as early as possible after unprotected sex
- You can still have emergency contraception up to five days after unprotected sex
- For more information, see the NHS website: Emergency Contraception
- Contact a sexual health clinic or your GP by phone or online, to discuss the options
- Doctors and nurses can issue electronic prescriptions for emergency pills to collect at a pharmacy, or for home delivery (if the pharmacy offers this)
- A clinic appointment will be arranged for people needing an emergency IUD (copper coil)
- Emergency contraception pills can be bought in pharmacies without a prescription (and are free in some areas)
- It is very important not to travel to a GP surgery, clinic or hospital unless you are asked to
