Emergency Contraceptive Pill

You may now purchase ECP at Student Health.

 

The Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP), is a method of preventing a pregnancy from occurring after an incident of condom failure or sexual assault. Studies show ECPs greatly reduce the chance of pregnancy by delaying ovulation, preventing fertilization, and by interfering with the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterine lining. There are studies that have shown ECP to be effective up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected intercourse but we recommend 12-72 hours. To be most effective, the pills should be started within as soon as  possible after unprotected intercourse. If you are under 18 y/o you must see the physician. If you have questions or need advice, come to Student Health or call us at 573.341.4284.

Emergency contraception is just that-intended for use after a sexual assault or condom failure, it is not effective as a primary means of birth control.

If our clinic is closed, information contact can be obtained on the Plan B  web site or phone 1-800-330-1271.

More details:

Go to Plan B

Planned Parenthood