Emergency Birth Control

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What you need to know about Emergency Birth Control (EBC)

Emergency birth control (EBC) is a safe and effective means of preventing pregnancy after unprotected intercourse, also known as emergency contraception.  EBC is also called the "morning-after" pill. It has been available for more than 30 years and contains hormones found in birth control pills. In order to maximize its effectiveness, it must be started within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

EBC should be in every woman’s medicine cabinet.  It is an important tool for women to prevent unintended pregnancy. 

You may want EBC if

• The condom broke or slipped off, and he ejaculated inside or near your vagina.
• You forgot to take your birth control pills, insert your ring, or apply your patch.
• Your diaphragm, cap, or shield slipped out of place, and he ejaculated inside or near your vagina.
• You miscalculated your “safe” days.
• He didn’t pull out in time.
• You weren’t using any birth control.
• He forced you to have unprotected vaginal sex.

So where can you get it?

The FDA recently approved over-the-counter (OTC) sale of Plan B to women 18 and older. You can pick it up at your local pharmacy.

Emergency Birth Control is also available at Feminist Women’s Health Center.

By Phone		Call us at 404.728.7900 Provide answers to our medical assessment questions and we will call in the prescription to a Georgia pharmacy of your choice.	Costs: $25: Plus the cost of filling a prescription
Walk In		No Appointment Necessary Provide answers to our medical assessment questions and receive a filled prescription	Costs: $30: One Pack (one usage) $50: Two Packs

Need more answers? Check out our EBC Consumer Guide or call us at 404.728.7900