Emergency contraception

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Emergency contraception
• Confidential time with the adolescent, with the limits of confidentiality reviewed
• Follow up in 3 weeks for a pregnancy test if no period

Emergency contraception pills work best the sooner they are taken and do not end an existing pregnancy. The next period may come a little early or late. Recommended supportive care with an emphasis on condoms or avoiding sex until the next period and starting an ongoing method. Return precautions given including a late or missed period, severe belly pain, heavy bleeding, new symptoms, prolonged symptoms, worsening symptoms, and other concerns. Patient expressed understanding and agreement with plan. Answered all questions.

What the sources cover

Indication: no method, condom failure, missed pills or late injection
Timing (up to 120 hours)
No pregnancy test required
Levonorgestrel (OTC), Ella, IUD (copper or levonorgestrel)
Higher BMI favors Ella or IUD
Start ongoing method today after levonorgestrel; wait 5 days after Ella
Testing, advance prescription, consent
Pregnancy test if no period in 3 weeks
Condoms or abstain until the next period; period timing

Return precautions in the template

a late or missed periodsevere belly painheavy bleeding

Sources

Emergency Contraception. Policy Statement. Pediatrics 2019;144(6):e20193149. (cited as current by 2025 CR)