Emergency contraception

Emergency only

Emergency contraceptive pills are not intended for regular use, and like other contraceptive pills, do not prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you don't want to get pregnant, you should always use regular contraception when you have sex. Condoms offer the most effective protection against STIs and unintended pregnancies.

For more information on sexual health (including HIV), call the Sexual Health Line free (from the UK) on 0800 567 123, textphone (for people with hearing impairments) 0800 521 361 or phone your local NHS sexual health clinic.