North East and North Cumbria
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7 Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders
07-03-05 Hormonal methods

Levonorgestrel 1.5mg tablet Levonelle 1500®
Second Choice
  • Levonorgestrel is recommended for patients who present at up to 72 hours following unprotected intercourse, and the use of ulipristal should be second-line to the use of a copper containing IUCD.
Link  MHRA Drug Safety Update (Sept 2016): Levonorgestrel- containing emergency hormonal contraception: advice on interactions with hepatic enzyme inducers and contraceptive efficacy.

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Ulipristal 30mg tablet ellaOne®
Formulary

  • Recommended by NTAG as the preferred drug treatment option for post-coital contraception for patients who present between 72 and 120 hours following unprotected intercourse.

Link  NTAG - Ulipristal (Ellaone®) for post-coital (up to 120 hours) contraception

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