Emergency contraception
- Copper IUD is the most effective option
- Ulipristal is effective through 5 days
- Levonorgestrel works best as soon as possible
- Body weight may reduce oral EC effectiveness
- Enzyme inducers reduce oral EC exposure
- Start/resume hormonal contraception differently after ulipristal
Use at a glance
- Copper IUD is the most effective option
Practical pearls
- Ulipristal is effective through 5 days
- Levonorgestrel works best as soon as possible
Other practical pearls
- Body weight may reduce oral EC effectiveness
Clinical pearls
- Enzyme inducers reduce oral EC exposure
- Start/resume hormonal contraception differently after ulipristal
Self-check
- What is the most effective option for Emergency contraception?
Copper IUD.
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