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==Emergency Contraception== | ==Emergency Contraception== | ||
'''Important Notes:''' The earlier you take emergency contraception, the more effectively it works. After unprotected sex, take EC as soon as possible. If you don't have access to EC, you can | '''Important Notes:''' The earlier you take emergency contraception, the more effectively it works. After unprotected sex, take EC '''as soon as possible'''. If you don't have access to EC, you can use some oral contraceptives as EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC (so confirm they work as EC) 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages to work as EC (so get the proper instructions) 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) You must also take this replacement EC as soon as possible. | ||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
'''Note:''' Check to see if your country sells [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne] in the details below. It's an EC pill that lasts for 5 days after unprotected sex, making it the most effective EC available. | '''Note:''' Check to see if your country sells [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne] in the details below. It's an EC pill that lasts for 5 days after unprotected sex, making it the most effective EC available. You should still take ellaOne as soon as possible. Another option is the copper IUD, which may prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. If none of these options are available, use regular EC, which may work for 3-5 days after unprotected sex. | ||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ||
'''Important Note:''' If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment that may prevent HIV infection, and it may be available in your city (see below for details). | |||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||