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birthcontrolfairy

 last chance to prevent v-day Scorpios!! emergency contraception options: -Plan B (1.5mg levonorgestrel) -EllaOne (ulipristal acetate) -IUD -Yuzpe method (note: you don’t need EC if your primary contraception didn’t fail) more info in comments
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Anonymous 51w

Plan B works by delaying ovulation with a large dose of synthetic progesterone. It’s readily available over the counter under many brands. Look for 1.5mg Levonorgestrel. It can be used up to 3 days after sex, but the sooner the better. Effectiveness begins to drop at about 165lbs, but it’s still better than nothing. It’s great for all emergency contraception situations.

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 51w

EllaOne also works by delaying ovulation, but it accomplishes it by providing a progesterone blocker. That’s important to note because that means it’s not compatible with hormonal birth control. If you missed pills, you need to use a different method. Ella is available by prescription and often covered by insurance. It can be used up to 5 days after sex, the sooner the better. Effectiveness begins to drop off at about 195lbs.

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 51w

IUDs can be used as emergency contraception, but they’re often harder to coordinate in a tight timeline. Copper IUDs are most common for this, but certain hormonal IUDs also show positive results in studies. If you want to go this route, contact your gyno immediately to see if they can get you an appointment in time.

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Anonymous replying to -> birthcontrolfairy 51w

The Yuzpe Method is the least effective emergency contraception, but it’s an option if you need it. It involves taking multiple birth control pills to mimic the dose of Plan B. Not all birth control pills can be used for this and the number of pills you need to take varies by pill. If this is your only option, reach out and I will help you identify if you pill can be used this way and how many to take (citing sources of course).

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