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'''Note:''' The longest-lasting EC is currently [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne]. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Check to see if your country carries ellaOne. If your country doesn't carry ellaOne, copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. If none of these options are available, and it's been over 3 days since you had unprotected sex, you can still take EC, which may work up to 5 days. Note that EC pills are not 100% effective and should be taken as soon as possible. | '''Note:''' The longest-lasting EC is currently [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne]. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Check to see if your country carries ellaOne. If your country doesn't carry ellaOne, copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. If none of these options are available, and it's been over 3 days since you had unprotected sex, you can still take EC, which may work up to 5 days. Note that EC pills are not 100% effective and should be taken as soon as possible. | ||
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Most pharmacies carry emergency contraceptives including name brands such as Norlevo and Ella One. Prices range from $5 - $8. Because Benin suffers from a large number of fake and counterfeit drugs, be careful of what you select and where. See SuzyKnew!'s video on finding Emergency Contraceptives in Benin. | Most pharmacies carry emergency contraceptives including name brands such as Norlevo and Ella One. Prices range from $5 - $8. Because Benin suffers from a large number of fake and counterfeit drugs, be careful of what you select and where. See SuzyKnew!'s video on finding Emergency Contraceptives in Benin. | ||
https://youtu.be/gaL7nplnaH0 | https://youtu.be/gaL7nplnaH0 | ||
==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ||