If your “Plan A” doesn’t work (the condom breaks, you forgot to take your birth control pill, etc.) and you’re worried about pregnancy there’s always plan b! ECONTRA ONE-STEP is a single pill emergency contraception (aka the morning after pill) that contains the same hormone used in many birth control pills (levonorgestrel), just a higher dose.
To prevent pregnancy take this pill within 72 hours of unprotected sex, but for best results take it as soon as possible. Emergency contraception is not as effective as other birth control methods, and will not work if someone is already pregnant. For more information please visit this information page about Econtra..
Emergency contraception will not end or affect an already existing pregnancy - if someone is already pregnant when they take this pill, they will still be pregnant. This is not a medication abortion.
Pro-tip: Timing is everything! You can always buy this pill in advance and keep it on hand, just in case you or someone you know ever needs it.
ECONTRA ONE-STEP TAB 1.5MG may be less effective for people over 165 lbs. ella emergency contraception may work better, but requires a prescription.
Access to emergency contraception through Self Serve is limited to store hours and/or shipping times. Emergency contraception is available over the counter and with no age restrictions across the country and can be found in pharmacies, health centers, and many big box stores as well. You can also get it on the Planned Parenthood Direct app in most states or you can order it online from sites like Nurx or PRJKT RUBY with next day shipping available.
