Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception]

Emergency contraception is a rescue method which is aimed to prevent fertilization in case of unprotected intercourse. This contraception is used within 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure, particularly

• If you have had a sexual intercourse whereas either yourself or your partner did not use a contraceptive method
• If you have forgotten to take consecutive 3 regular contraceptive pills
• If your partner's condom has broken, slipped or been improperly removed or if he has forgotten to use it
• If you fear that your intrauterine device has been expelled
• If your vaginal diaphragm or your contraceptive cap has moved or if have removed it too easily
• If you are afraid that the method of coitus interruptus has failed or if you have had sexual intercourse during the period when you are supposed to be fertile while using the rhythm method
• In the event of rape