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Indications, exclusions and methods of emergency contraception available for adolescents. This includes information about the assessment of failure or potential failure of a contraceptive method. A proforma and algorithm are supplied to aid a healthcare professional.
Adolescents requiring emergency contraception advice.
Medical and nursing staff involved in the assessment, delivery of advice and management of young people requiring emergency contraception.
November 2023: This guidance is currently under review as it has gone beyond the standard review date. It reflects best practice at the time of authorship / last review and remains safe for use. If there are any concerns regarding the content then please consult with senior clinical staff to confirm.
Please read in conjunction with Managing sexually active young people - staff guidance
In addition:
- If pills are missed day 1-7, consider EC if UPSI has occurred in the pill free interval or day 1-7
- If pills are missed day 15-21, pill free interval should be omitted (e.g. two packs run together with no break)
Discharge and Follow up: All cases should be provided with an EC leaflet: Click here for leaflet All cases should be given contact details for the Sandyford ‘The Place’ clinic: Click here for website Advise to seek medical attention if:
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1. West of Scotland Sexual Health Managed Clinical Network
2. FSRH Clinical Guidance. Emergency contraception December 2017
3. FSRH Missed Pills Recommendations May 2011
4. FPA: Your guide to emergency contraception leaflet March 2011
Last reviewed: 13 December 2013
Next review: 30 April 2024
Author(s): Dr Marie Speirs
Approved By: Clinical Effectiveness
Document Id: 117