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If you have been raped and want emergency contraception, you can get it at an emergency room or hospital. You can also call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), which is open 24 hours and will let you know where you can get EC. For more information, you can also visit the [https://www.rainn.org/index.php RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) website]. | If you have been raped and want emergency contraception, you can get it at an emergency room or hospital. You can also call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), which is open 24 hours and will let you know where you can get EC. For more information, you can also visit the [https://www.rainn.org/index.php RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) website]. | ||
In the United States, you'll generally be able to find Plan B One-Step, Next Choice One-Dose and My Way in pharmacies. Here's a full breakdown of what you can expect to find, thanks to the [http://ec.princeton.edu/ Princeton EC Website]: | |||
''Dedicated Products / Anti-Progestin | |||
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:'' | |||
* ella | |||
''Dedicated Products / Progestin Only | |||
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:'' | |||
* My Way | |||
* Next Choice One Dose | |||
* Plan B One-Step | |||
* Take Action | |||
''Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:'' | |||
* Levonorgestrel Tablets (available from a pharmacist without a prescription) | |||
If you can't access emergency contraception, many oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC. The list of potential contraceptives that can be used for this purpose is very long, and instructions vary according to the specific brand. So, to find specific instructions based on the brands you may have available, please check out the [http://ec.princeton.edu/ Princeton EC Website]. You can search for EC under "United States" and see recommended pills and dosages on that site. | |||
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