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Emergency Contraception
The morning after pill effectively protects a woman from getting pregnant in case of unprotected intercourse. When another form of contraception does not work, for instance, a condom coming off or breaking, you may also use the pill. Do you urgently need emergency contraception in Dornoch? At Mitchell’s Chemist, our professional pharmacist will not only guide but also help you get the right contraception that suits you.
Currently, we offer 2 types of emergency contraception:
– Levonelle and ellaOne pills
– IUD
Facts about emergency contraception in Dornoch
After unprotected sex, use the morning after pill immediately or within 3 days (Levonelle) or 5 days (ellaOne). The sooner you take the tablet, the higher its rate of effectiveness.
Emergency contraception pills, either Levonelle or ellaOne pills can cause a headache or abdominal pain. Consequently, you may feel unwell.
Your next period may either come earlier, later or be more painful than normal.
How do emergency pills work?
Levonelle
The main active ingredient in Levonelle is levonorgestrel. This is an artificial form of progesterone, the natural hormone that the ovaries produce.
The pill, therefore, hinders ovulation from taking place.
For complete effectiveness, take Levonelle within 72 hours (3 days). Nevertheless, it doesn’t interact with other methods of contraception.
ellaOne
ellaOne has ulipristal acetate. This stops the normal functioning of progesterone. As a result, it delays or stops ovulation.
Take ellaOne within 120 hours (5 days after sex).
What are the side effects of using emergency contraception in Dornoch?
Although the side effects from using emergency contraception are neither severe nor long-lasting, it can cause:
– headaches
– abdominal pain
– changes to your next period
– feeling sick
If the side effects do not stop after a few days, immediately visit a GP or pharmacist.
Can men purchase the morning-after pill in Dornoch?
No, men, the emergency contraceptive pill is not accessible to men. Before purchase, a pharmacist requires some information from the person going to use the pill. As a result, only the woman is able to buy the pill.
Do the pills offer protection against STIs?
No, emergency contraception only prevents pregnancy. Therefore, it does not protect one from STIs (sexually transmitted infections or diseases), for example, HIV, chlamydia, or genital warts.
Some women may be allergic to some ingredients found in the pills. Therefore, our pharmacist will advise on the best choice.