Question

A 27-year-old woman presents 36 hours after unprotected intercourse in the middle of her cycle. She is otherwise well and not using regular contraception. Pregnancy test is negative. What is the most effective method of emergency contraception?

Accepted Answer

Copper intrauterine device

Answer

Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg oral tablet

Answer

Ulipristal acetate 30 mg oral tablet

Answer

High-dose combined oral contraceptive

Answer

No emergency contraception is required at this stage

Practice question

A 27-year-old woman presents 36 hours after unprotected intercourse in the middle of her cycle. She is otherwise well and not using regular contraception. Pregnancy test is negative. What is the most effective method of emergency contraception?