What should you know about emergency contraception pharmacy?

Expect questions about when unprotected sex occurred, the first day of your last period, usual cycle pattern, current contraception, allergies, medicines, and whether pregnancy is already possible. These details help identify whether levonorgestrel is appropriate and whether you need a clinician instead. Pharmacy availability and local dispensing requirements can differ, so call ahead if you need to check access.

Take your medicine list and explain any recent vomiting, breastfeeding, or long-term treatment. Ask how and when to take the dose, what to do if you vomit, and when regular contraception can be started or resumed. Use condoms or avoid sex until your ongoing method is effective. Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.

Seek urgent medical care for severe lower abdominal pain, fainting, or heavy bleeding. Contact a clinician if your period is late or unusual, a pregnancy test is positive, or you have symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection. Ask for medical review if medicines or health conditions make the pharmacy option uncertain.

Is levonorgestrel suitable with my medicines and health history? What should I do if I vomit? When should I take a pregnancy test, and which ongoing contraceptive method can I use?