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Can be used to decrease the risk of pregnancy after intercourse but before the establishment of pregnancy
All survivors of sexual assault should be offered emergency contraception
Clinicians need to be aware of laws regarding availability of emergency contraception in the jurisdiction of their practice
Levonorgestrel emergency contraception (eg, Plan B One-Step, Next Choice One Dose) is available without a prescription at many drug stores and at clinics such as Planned Parenthood
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Copper-bearing or levonorgestrel 52-mg intrauterine devices (IUDs) inserted within 5 days after one episode of unprotected midcycle coitus will prevent pregnancy
Copper IUD use for emergency contraception is the most effective available method, with first cycle pregnancy rates of 0.1%
The advantage is ongoing contraceptive protection if this is desired in a patient for whom the IUD is a suitable choice