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It's just that — contraception. EC is used to prevent pregnancy within 5 days of having unprotected sex. The sooner you take it the better. EC can be used if

• you didn't use any birth control
• the condom broke
• you missed two or more birth control pills or you started your pack late
• your diaphragm slipped
• you missed your birth control shot or
• you had sex when you weren't expecting to.

EC cannot interrupt or disrupt an established pregnancy and should not be confused with mifepristone (RU-486). Emergency contraception is also known as the "morning-after pill."

How do I get it?
EC is now available over-the-counter. Call Planned Parenthood for the health center nearest you: 1-800-230-PLAN or order it on the Online Health Center.

If Planned Parenthood is not convenient, call the Emergency Contraception Hotline:1-888-NOT-2-LATE
It's free and confidential and will tell you where you can go for help.
Remember ... You only have 5 DAYS to act!

Would you like to participate in an EC Research study?
If you qualify, you will be compensated for your participation in this study. More