The "morning after" pill

You have had sexual relations without using contraception and you are worried you are pregnant ...
Use the emergency oral contraception!

In the case of unprotected (no contraception, forgotten pill, no condom or an "accident" with the condom), it is possible to use the "morning after" pill within the 3 days (72 hours) following the incident.

This method is more efficient used as soon as possible. It does not disrupt an existing pregnancy.

The morning after pill,
it fixes ...
and it's efficient.

Which pill, which dosage?

Norlévo® :

 the treatment consists of taking 2 pills at one time (April 2004 notice). The 2 pills must be taken as soon as possible, preferably in the 12 hours after the unprotected sexual relation, and 72 hours (3 days) after at the latest.

Tétragynon® or Stéridil® :

 within 72 hours, take 2 pills then 2 more pills 12 hours later.

Afterwards, your period should return on the date normally expected. When it returns, remember to take a birth control pill the first day of your period!

After taking the morning after pill and while waiting for your period to return, use local contraceptives:

vaginal suppositories or unidoses (sold over the counter in pharmacies)
spermicidal creams (sold over the counter in pharmacies)
condoms (pharmacies, supermarkets, distributors).

If your period doesn't return, consult a doctor immediately.

The morning after pill may sometimes also be prescribed after forgetting to take your birth control pill.

Where to get the day after pill?

 in all pharmacies for Norlévo®, without prescription
in a PMI center, a family planning centre, a hospital emergency gynecological service
from a private generalist.

... and for minors

 if you're in junior or high school, from your school nurse (Norlévo®)
in all pharmacies for Norlévo®, without prescription
and for free and without parental authorization since the order 2002-39 dated January 9, 2002 concerning giving emergency contraceptive medicines to minors: being a minor is explained by simple oral declaration by the minor to the pharmacist. Before filling the request, the pharmacist must confirm that the situation of the minor corresponds to the criteria for emergency and to the usage conditions of this contraception. The interview also allows the pharmacist to give information to the minor about choosing a regular contraceptive method, about the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, and about the importance of a follow-up exam. This discussion is completed by giving documentation about these subjects; the pharmacist also gives contact information for the nearest family planning and education centers. The pharmacist is directly reimbursed by Social Security, without giving the name of the beneficiary.