The emergency contraceptive methods are:
- Pill of the next day;
- Copper IUD (Intra Uterine Device);
- Combined birth control pill;
- Other medications.
In general, the pill of the next day and the more affordable option for the woman as it does not involve the medical prescription and can be bought directly at the pharmacy. The morning-after pill should be used at the most up to 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.
The other options should be indicated by the doctor and made in the office, such as the insertion of the Copper IUD.
The emergency contraception can be used in the following situations:
- Failure to use the contraceptive pill (forgetfulness);
- Unprotected sexual intercourse (without condom use or when it bursts);
- Sexual violence.
These emergency contraceptive methods should be used in occasional form, in specific situations as detailed above. Anyone who wants a long-term contraceptive method should seek the health service for guidance and evaluation of which method is best for you.
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