Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected sex (sex without contraception or when contraception might have failed).
You need to use emergency contraception within 3 to 5 days of having unprotected sex.
The sooner you use emergency contraception, the more effective it usually is.
There are 2 types of emergency contraception:
- an IUD (intrauterine device) also called a copper coil
- the emergency contraceptive pill (also called the morning after pill)
The IUD is the most effective type of emergency contraception.
Information:
Emergency contraception is free from CLPCN Women’s Health Hub (IUD only); NHS sexual health clinics and most GP surgeries.
Where can I get emergency contraception?
You can get the emergency IUD free from:
- CLPCN Women’s Health Hub
- Axess Sexual Health clinic Liverpool
- Selected GP surgeries
IUD
An IUD can be fitted within 5 days (120 hours) after sex.
It’s a small plastic T-shape that a specially trained nurse or doctor can put into your womb.
You need to make an appointment to have an IUD fitted by a qualified clinician. CLPCN Women’s Health Hub offer emergency coil fittings 6 days per week (Monday – Saturday)
An IUD can be left in as your usual method of contraception. It lasts for 5 or 10 years, depending on the type.
Find out about the IUD, including side effects and who can use it.
Please fill in a self-referral form if you need to discuss the need for an emergency coil. One of the specialist nurse practitioners will contact you to discuss and arrange an appointment as required. Alternatively, you can contact Axess sexual health clinic on 03003231300.
Click here to self refer using our online form.
Morning After Pill
Where can you get the morning after pill from:-
- Local pharmacies
- Axess Sexual Health Clinic
- Walk In Centres
- GP Practices
Emergency contraception – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
