Question

A 25-year-old woman presents 36 hours after unprotected intercourse. She is mid-cycle and not on regular contraception. According to Australian emergency contraception guidance, which option provides the most effective emergency contraception at this time?

Accepted Answer

Copper intrauterine device insertion

Answer

Single dose levonorgestrel 1.5 mg

Answer

Ulipristal acetate 30 mg

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive (Yuzpe regimen)

Answer

Withdrawal method

Practice question

A 25-year-old woman presents 36 hours after unprotected intercourse. She is mid-cycle and not on regular contraception. According to Australian emergency contraception guidance, which option provides the most effective emergency contraception at this time?