Condom split? Unprotected sex?

Don't panic.

 Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy. The earlier the better.
You have 3 days  (72 hours) after unprotected sex to take emergency contraceptive pills and up to
120 hours (5 days) to have a IUD (coil) fitted to try to prevent pregnancy.


Help is available from:
 
  • Any GP who provides contraceptive services.
  • Any family planning clinic
  • GUM clinic Tel 01633 234555
  • Some hospital accident and emergency departments (phone first).
  • All the treatment you receive is confidential.
  • Emergency oral contraception is for emergencies only and not to be relied on as a regular method of contraception.