Morning After Pill
The "morning after pill" is an emergency contraceptive taken after unprotected sex or a contraceptive failure to prevent pregnancy. There are two main types: one must be taken within three days (levonorgestrel), and the other within five days (ulipristal acetate/ellaOne). It is more effective the sooner it is taken and can be obtained from pharmacies, GP surgeries, or sexual health clinics.
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How it works and effectiveness
- The pill works by delaying or preventing ovulation.
- Levonorgestrel pills: are most effective when taken within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex, but can still be effective.
- Ulipristal acetate (ellaOne): pills can be taken up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex.
- The sooner the pill is taken, the more effective it is. For example, 95% of pregnancies are prevented if taken within the first 24 hours, while this drops to 58% if taken between 48 and 72 hours.
- It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
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