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- Also called: Morning-after pill or Plan B
- Birth control type: Hormonal or Intra-Uterine
- First used in 1970
- Cost $10-$70
- Available over-the-counter in most of US
- Must be 17-years-old or older to receive
- Some religious groups believe emergency contraception is like an abortion
- Plan B has no effect on women who are already pregnant
- Reduces pregnancy chances by 89% if taken within 72 hours of sexual intercourse
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Emergency Contraception, commonly referred to a the morning-after pill, is a type of birth control used when other methods fail. Contrary to popular belief, emergency contraception does not need to be taken within the first day after unprotected intercourse.
In April 2009, an FDA official announced that the agency would now allow 17-year-olds to receive the "morning after" pill, complying with a federal judge's order which overturns a previous Bush administration policy.
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Usage
According to Planned Parenthood, emergency contraception can be taken up to five days following unprotected sex. However, the earlier emergency contraception is taken, the more effective it is. Various health centers and drugstores carry emergency contraception. However, certain locations in the United States still require a prescription for the morning-after pill. -
Available Methods
Today, there are two emergency contraception options available. An oral hormonal pill, often called Plan B, must be taken within three days following unprotected sex. There is also an intrauterine device, ParaGard IUD, that can be used as a back up plan up to five days following unprotected intercourse. -
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