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* You can purchase '''oral contraceptives (birth control pills)''' without a prescription at pharmacies. Some of the international brands you can expect to see are Duoluton L, Ovral, Lo-Femenal and Nordette.<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/ Princeton EC Website]</ref> You can also find [http://crs.org.np/page.php?title=nilocon-white Nilocon White], which is a low-dose oral contraceptive that was launched by Nepal CRS Company in the 1980s, and it may only be available in Nepal. | * You can purchase '''oral contraceptives (birth control pills)''' without a prescription at pharmacies. Some of the international brands you can expect to see are Duoluton L, Ovral, Lo-Femenal and Nordette.<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/ Princeton EC Website]</ref> You can also find [http://crs.org.np/page.php?title=nilocon-white Nilocon White], which is a low-dose oral contraceptive that was launched by Nepal CRS Company in the 1980s, and it may only be available in Nepal. | ||
* You can get an '''IUD''' in Nepal. If you have issues with your IUD (such as cramping, pain, etc), you can call Meri Saathi Free Helpline on 16600119756 (ntc) or 9801119756. | * You can get an '''IUD''' in Nepal. If you have issues with your IUD (such as cramping, pain, etc), you can call Meri Saathi Free Helpline on 16600119756 (ntc) or 9801119756. | ||
* You can get '''contraceptive implants''', including brands like Norplant and Jadelle, at government hospitals and health care organizations. For Nepalese women, it's often totally free.<ref>[Conversation with Kathmandu gynecologist, 2017]</ref>. At private doctor's clinics, | * You can get '''contraceptive implants''', including brands like Norplant and Jadelle, at government hospitals and health care organizations. For Nepalese women, it's often totally free.<ref>[Conversation with Kathmandu gynecologist, 2017]</ref>. At private doctor's clinics, Jadelle typically retails for the price of Rs. 350, according to Nepal CRS Company.<ref>[http://crs.org.np/page.php?title=jadelle Jadelle]</ref> | ||
* You can get the '''contraceptive shot/injectable''' in Nepal, which usually goes under the name Sangini. It typically retails for around Rs.50 per vial. To learn more about Sangini in Nepal, click [http://www.crs.org.np/page.php?title=sangini-depoprovera here]. | * You can get the '''contraceptive shot/injectable''' in Nepal, which usually goes under the name Sangini. It typically retails for around Rs.50 per vial. To learn more about Sangini in Nepal, click [http://www.crs.org.np/page.php?title=sangini-depoprovera here]. | ||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
* '''Condoms''' - If you go to Marie Stopes Nepal, you can probably get a box of condoms for a reduced price or free. If you go to a Nepalese store, you can | * '''Condoms''' - If you go to Marie Stopes Nepal, you can probably get a box of condoms for a reduced price or free. If you go to a Nepalese store, you can purchase Dhaal Deluxe Condoms for about Rs. 5, as of 2017.<ref>[http://crs.org.np/page.php?title=dhaal-deluxe-condoms Dhaal Deluxe Condoms]</ref> For a box of Dzire Dotted Condoms, you can expect to pay Rs. 35 at Nepalese stores, as of 2017.<ref>[http://crs.org.np/page.php?title=dzire-dotted-condom Dzire Dotted Condoms].</ref> However, if you would like to buy condoms online, you can expect to pay anywhere between Rs.50-Rs.2300 for a box of condoms. | ||
* '''Birth Control Pills''' - For Nicolon White, you can expect to pay around Rs. 50 for a one-month supply (as of 2017). For Duoluton L, you can expect to pay Rs. 223.2 for a one-month supply (as of 2017). | * '''Birth Control Pills''' - For Nicolon White, you can expect to pay around Rs. 50 for a one-month supply (as of 2017). For Duoluton L, you can expect to pay Rs. 223.2 for a one-month supply (as of 2017). | ||
* '''Contraceptive Implants''' - Depending on where you go, you can expect to pay no money (free) to around Rs. 350. Note that prices may be different for non-Nepalese citizens. | * '''Contraceptive Implants''' - Depending on where you go, you can expect to pay no money (free) to around Rs. 350. Note that prices may be different for non-Nepalese citizens. | ||
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[[File:Morningafterpillnepal.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''One brand of the morning after pill in Nepal''']] | [[File:Morningafterpillnepal.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''One brand of the morning after pill in Nepal''']] | ||
'''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 to prevent pregnancy. 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]. | ||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
Since March 2002, abortion has been legal in Nepal under the 11th Amendment to the Civil Code.<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4886/nepal--abortion-law Nepal: Abortion law]</ref> According to the law, abortion is legally available upon request during the first 12 weeks of gestation. This means that, for all women, they can obtain an abortion for nearly all reasons during this period. Furthermore, younger women should be turned away or discriminated against because of their age.<ref>[http://asap-asia.org/blog/10-things-you-should-know-about-abortion-service-in-nepal/#sthash.N4ez5hnq.dpbs 10 Things To Know about Abortion Services in Nepal]</ref> However, it is illegal to request an abortion due to the sex of the child.<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4887/nepal--organizations-and-clinincs Women on Waves - Nepal: Organizations and clinics]</ref> After 18 weeks of gestation, abortion is only legal if the pregnancy | Since March 2002, abortion has been legal in Nepal under the 11th Amendment to the Civil Code.<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4886/nepal--abortion-law Nepal: Abortion law]</ref> According to the law, abortion is legally available upon request during the first 12 weeks of gestation. This means that, for all women, they can obtain an abortion for nearly all reasons during this period. Furthermore, younger women should not be turned away or discriminated against because of their age.<ref>[http://asap-asia.org/blog/10-things-you-should-know-about-abortion-service-in-nepal/#sthash.N4ez5hnq.dpbs 10 Things To Know about Abortion Services in Nepal]</ref> However, it is illegal to request an abortion due to the sex of the child.<ref>[https://www.womenonwaves.org/en/page/4887/nepal--organizations-and-clinincs Women on Waves - Nepal: Organizations and clinics]</ref> After 18 weeks of gestation, abortion is only legal if the pregnancy was caused by rape or incest. It should be noted that, if any time in the pregnancy, a physician believes that an abortion is advisable, or if the pregnant woman's physical or mental health is at stake, or if there is serious risk of fetal malformation, an abortion can also be legally permitted.<ref>[http://asap-asia.org/blog/10-things-you-should-know-about-abortion-service-in-nepal/#sthash.N4ez5hnq.dpbs 10 Things To Know about Abortion Services in Nepal]</ref> | ||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
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==List of Additional Resources== | ==List of Additional Resources== | ||
* [http://www.nesog.org.np/ Nepal Society Of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (NESOG)] | |||
* [http://www.fpan.org/ Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN)]: "Key areas of emphasis include adolescents' sexual and reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention and treatment, safe abortion, advocacy for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), the prevention of gender-based violence (GBV) and support for its victims, and the promotion of access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information and services to marginalized and under-served groups." | |||
* [http://mariestopes.org.np/ Marie Stopes Nepal]: They provide contraception, sexual health services, abortion services to women, men, and youth. Phone: +977 01660 011 9756 (free on NTC network) / 0980 111 9756 (free on Ncell network) | |||
* Click [http://www.equaldex.com/region/nepal here] to learn about LGBTQ rights in Nepal. | * Click [http://www.equaldex.com/region/nepal here] to learn about LGBTQ rights in Nepal. | ||
* [https://wsdonepal.com/ Women's Skills Development Association]: "We are a Fair Trade Organization which has been working since 1975 as a non-profit and income-generating program for economically disadvantaged, disabled, abused, single and outcast women from rural Nepal, supporting them to be self-supportive and independent." Address: Women's Skills Development Organization: Chautara Marg, Simalchour 8, Pokhara, Nepal. Phone: +977 61 534 025 or 980 282 1686 | * [https://wsdonepal.com/ Women's Skills Development Association]: "We are a Fair Trade Organization which has been working since 1975 as a non-profit and income-generating program for economically disadvantaged, disabled, abused, single and outcast women from rural Nepal, supporting them to be self-supportive and independent." Address: Women's Skills Development Organization: Chautara Marg, Simalchour 8, Pokhara, Nepal. Phone: +977 61 534 025 or 980 282 1686 | ||
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* [https://www.womankind.org.uk/where-we-work/nepal WomanKind Nepal]: "Womankind Worldwide is a global women’s rights organisation working in solidarity and equal partnership with women’s rights organisations and movements to transform the lives of women." | * [https://www.womankind.org.uk/where-we-work/nepal WomanKind Nepal]: "Womankind Worldwide is a global women’s rights organisation working in solidarity and equal partnership with women’s rights organisations and movements to transform the lives of women." | ||
* [http://www.ruwonnepal.org.np/ Ruwon Nepal]: "Feminist social organization working for the rights & social justice of rural women, youth & children in Nepal." Address: G. P. O. Box: 20706, Kapan, Kathmandu, Nepal. Phone: +977 1 4810098. Email: info@ruwonnepal.org.np | * [http://www.ruwonnepal.org.np/ Ruwon Nepal]: "Feminist social organization working for the rights & social justice of rural women, youth & children in Nepal." Address: G. P. O. Box: 20706, Kapan, Kathmandu, Nepal. Phone: +977 1 4810098. Email: info@ruwonnepal.org.np | ||
* [http://www.tewa.org.np/ Tewa]: "Tewa’s philosophy is to develop modern philanthropy, both in terms of minimizing social costs incurred in rapid transition, for self-reliant development that is not donor dependent, and for the empowerment of emerging groups of rural women in Nepal. With this philosophy in mind Tewa does local fund-raising, gives grants to women’s groups from all over Nepal, and strengthens the human resources of Nepal through various programmes." Location: Dhapakhel, Lalitpur. Telephone: +977 1 5229054 / 5229045. Fax: +977 1 5229059. Email: info@tewa.org.np. Mailing Address: P.O. Box: 11, Lalitpur | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||