Morning after pill

The morning after pill is a form of emergency contraception that can be taken after unprotected sex or birth control failure to prevent unplanned pregnancy. It is important to note that the morning after pill should not be relied on as a primary method of contraception, as it is not as effective as regular birth control methods and does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.

Available pills

There are two types of morning after pills available:

• The levonorgestrel pill • The ulipristal acetate pill

The levonorgestrel pill is available over-the-counter without a prescription and must be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. It works by preventing ovulation, fertilization, or implantation of a fertilized egg. However, it is less effective for women who are overweight or obese.

The ulipristal acetate pill requires a prescription and must be taken within 120 hours of unprotected sex. It is more effective than the levonorgestrel pill for women who are overweight or obese. It works by delaying ovulation and prevents the release of an egg from the ovary.

It is important to note that the morning after pill is not effective if a woman is already pregnant. It will not harm an existing pregnancy, but it will not undo it. Additionally, the morning after pill may cause some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, and menstrual changes. These side effects are usually mild and go away within a few days.

What speaks against the morning-after pill

Some people may have moral or religious objections to emergency contraception. However, it is important to remember that the morning after pill does not cause an abortion. It simply prevents pregnancy from occurring. It is a safe and effective form of emergency contraception that gives women a second chance to prevent pregnancy after an unexpected event.

It is also important to remember that the morning after pill is not a long-term contraceptive solution. Women should use regular birth control methods to prevent unplanned pregnancy.

There are many types of birth control methods available:

• Condoms & femidoms

• Natural family planning (like the sympto-thermal method in the Shekan app)

• Birth control pills

• Intrauterine devices (IUDs)

• Sterilization

Each method has its own pros and cons, so it is important to talk to a medical professional to determine which method is best for you.

The morning after pill is a form of emergency contraception that can be used after unprotected sex or birth control failure to prevent unplanned pregnancy. It is safe and effective, but should not be used as a primary form of contraception. Regular birth control methods should be used to prevent unplanned pregnancy, and women should talk to a medical professional to determine which method is best for them.