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Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
Confidential Emergency Contraception Service
Our Emergency Contraception service provides quick, confidential access to the morning after pill when you need it most. Our trained pharmacist offers professional, non-judgmental support in a private setting.
Time is Important
Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. The sooner you take it, the more effective it will be.
Types of Emergency Contraception Available
Levonorgestrel (Levonelle)
- • Effective up to 72 hours (3 days)
- • Most effective within 24 hours
- • Single tablet
- • Available without prescription
Ulipristal Acetate (ellaOne)
- • Effective up to 120 hours (5 days)
- • More effective than Levonelle
- • Single tablet
- • Available without prescription
When You Might Need Emergency Contraception
- •You had unprotected sex
- •Your regular contraception failed (e.g., condom broke, missed pills)
- •You forgot to use contraception
- •You're concerned about contraceptive failure
Effectiveness and Timing
- •Within 24 hours: Up to 95% effective (Levonelle) or 98% effective (ellaOne)
- •24-48 hours: About 85% effective (Levonelle) or 98% effective (ellaOne)
- •48-72 hours: About 58% effective (Levonelle) or 98% effective (ellaOne)
- •72-120 hours: Only ellaOne is effective (about 95%)
What to Expect
Our consultation is completely confidential and conducted in a private consultation room. We can provide emergency contraception immediately following your consultation in most cases.
Service Features
- Available without prescription
- Completely confidential consultation
- Same-day treatment available
- Professional advice and support
- Follow-up care available
- Future contraception advice
Need Emergency Contraception?
Contact us immediately or visit our pharmacy. Time is important - the sooner you act, the more effective the treatment.
01603 551040
Walk-in service available
Consultation takes 15-20 minutes