Emergency Contraceptions Flashcards
What are the two types of emergency contraception?
- Emergency Contraceptive Pill
- Intrauterine Device (IUD) Coil
What are the two types of emergency contraceptive pill?
- Levonelle (COCP)
- EllaOne
When should you take levonelle? *
Within 72 hours (three days) after having unprotected sex.
When is levonelle most effective? (Menstrual Cycle)
At the beginning of the menstrual cycle.
What is the efficacy of levonelle?
24 Hour - 95% prevention
48 Hour - 85% prevention
72 Hour - 58% prevention
What are the side effects of levonelle? * (5)
- Lethargy
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Headache
- Breast Tenderness
What emergency contraception options are suitable after 72 hours?
EllaOne
Copper IUD
What is the dose for a levonelle pill?
1.5mg
What is the dose for the ellaOne emergency contraception?
30mg
When should ellaOne be taken?
Within 120 hours (five days) after unprotected sex.
At what point of the menstrual cycle should ellaOne be taken?
EllaOne can be taken at any point of the menstrual cycle.
Which pill is the Most Effective morning after pill?
EllaOne
What are the side-effects of the ellaOne pill? (5)
- Nausea
- Irregulary Bleedin
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
When can a inter-uterine device be fitted as an emergency contraception? (2)
Upto 5 days after unprotected sex.
OR
5 days after the earliest time you could have ovulated (for effectiveness)
How long does a hormonal IUD last?
3 to 6 years
