Morning After Pill

Morning After Pill Treatment

InstantScripts can help you conveniently access a morning after pill and medical advice, ensuring you have what you need, when you need it most.

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What is the morning after pill?

How does the morning after pill work?

The morning after pill works by preventing or delaying the release of an egg from the ovary. It may also inhibit the sperm from fertilising an already released egg. It is important to note that if fertilisation has already occurred, the pill will not be effective.

When can I use the morning after pill?

You may consider using the morning after pill if you had unprotected sex, missed one or more of your regular contraceptive pills, experienced vomiting or diarrhea that may have affected the effectiveness of your usual contraceptive method, if the condom broke during sex, or in cases of sexual assault.

Is the morning after pill safe?

Morning after pills are generally considered safe with no serious or long-term complications. However, some women may experience temporary side effects such as nausea, sore breasts, headache, abdominal pain, and dizziness. The timing of your menstrual period may also be affected. You should consult with a doctor to ensure you get the right treatment for you.

Do I need follow-up after taking the morning after pill?

It is recommended to speak to a doctor about the morning after pill. They can address your immediate contraception needs, perform a pregnancy test to ensure effectiveness, conduct screening tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and discuss longer-term contraception options.

The morning after pill is a type of emergency contraception that can be taken within a few days after unprotected sex. It is not intended for regular use and is meant to reduce the risk of pregnancy. You can access it at a pharmacy in Australia however it is advisable to speak to a doctor as you may also want to talk about long term contraceptive methods, sexually transmitted infections and a pregnancy test.

Sources

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/morning-after-pill, World Health Organization (Emergency contraception), Family Planning NSW (Emergency Contraception), The Royal Women’s Hospital (Emergency contraception or the morning after pill), MSI Australia (Emergency contraception).