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==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ||
'''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | '''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | ||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In Nicaragua, emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) are available, but a prescription is technically required. We still need to confirm whether these laws are commonly followed by pharmacists (if you know, update this page). Furthermore, there are no age restrictions n purchasing emergency contraceptive pills, so teens and young people should be legally entitled to do so.<ref>[https://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/nicaragua/ EC Status and Availability - Nicaragua]</ref> | |||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
' | * You can obtain emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) at pharmacies and women's clinics, but you may need a prescription (we need to confirm this). Some brands you may find are Anlitin (.75mg), Anlitin (1.5mg), PPMS, Pregnon 1.5, and Prikul.<ref>[https://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/nicaragua/ EC Status and Availability - Nicaragua]</ref> | ||
* 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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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
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==Medications & Vaccines== | ==Medications & Vaccines== | ||
If you are visiting Nicaragua as a short-term traveler or tourist, there are no restrictions related to HIV status. You will not be asked for a medical certificate or proof of your status upon entering the country. However, if you want to stay for longer than 90 days (i.e. extend tourist visa or obtain a work/student/residency permit), you may be required to provide a medical certificate that verifies that you are HIV-negative. There are no specific requirements related to deportation or residence status, but your application may be rejected if you are found to be HIV-positive.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=134 NICARAGUA - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref> | |||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||