Emergency contraception
If you’ve had unprotected sex or feel that you need emergency contraception or are worried that you might be pregnant, you have 2 choices of emergency contraception:
Emergency oral contraception
There are two types of emergency oral contraception (sometimes known as the 'morning after pill') that can be used after unprotected sex:
- One that can be used up to 72 hours (3 days)
- The other can be used up to 120 hours (5 days).
If you're under 30, you can get free emergency oral contraception at participating pharmacies. It is also available from sexual health clinics.
See where to get emergency oral contraception from a pharmacist or clinic near you by entering your postcode below.
The coil
You can use the coil as emergency contraception. But, you must insert it within 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy if you are not already on contraception.
To get a coil fitted, book an appointment with your doctor. You'll need to check that they offer this service first. Or visit one of our clinics.
If you're too late for emergency contraception
Get advice by calling our helpline:
- 0300 790 0245 (east Kent)
- 0300 373 0709 (west Kent).
Or, visit one of our clinics. For advice about an unplanned pregnancy visit the MSI reproductive choices website.