An emergency contraceptive pill is an option for women who have had unprotected sex or used birth control incorrectly. The emergency contraceptive will prevent pregnancy if taken within three days of having sex, but the sooner it is taken, the better the chance of preventing pregnancy. There are many options available in Singapore, and they can be found on our website here.

What are emergency pills?

Emergency contraception is a type of birth control that can be used within five days after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. Emergency contraceptives in Singapore are available in pills, injections, or intrauterine devices (IUDs). The most popular emergency contraceptive pills is Levonorgestrel, and it works by preventing ovulation. Other emergency contraceptives include Ulipristal acetate, which prevents sperm from reaching the egg; Copper IUD, which causes uterine contractions; and Mifepristone which blocks progesterone.

It is important to note the following precautions before taking these pills.

• The emergency contraceptive pill may not work if you have already ovulated or had a period since this happened.
• Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections, so it’s important to practice safe sex with condoms when in doubt.

There are many reasons why one would want to take an emergency contraceptive, which is a pill taken after having unprotected sex. If you have had unprotected sex and think you might be pregnant, you should seek medical attention immediately. There are many misconceptions about the pills, but to remember some things while taking emergency contraceptive Singapore. Emergency contraceptives are medications that can be taken within 3 days of unprotected sex.