ellaOne^® is suitable for women of all childbearing ages and in different circumstances. Here are some testimonials from women who have used ellaOne^®.

“My pregnancy scare was because the condom broke. I went to a pharmacy and got the morning after pill. I don’t know what would have happened if I didn’t take emergency contraception. It might have been a different story; I don’t like to think about it.”

“I know about emergency contraception because my parents talked to me about it.  I don’t think I’ll need to use it, but you never know. It’s good to know it’s there, just in case!”

“ One time, I went out and I met this gorgeous guy. We ended up not using condoms. The next morning, we went to the pharmacy and got the morning-after pill, just in case. I think it is really worth the price. If you have a mishap it’s the right thing to do. If you need it, well you need it and you go and get it.”

“ I took emergency contraception because the condom broke. And that was it, I had to go and get it.”

“I know that you should take the morning after pill as soon as possible. Getting it directly from a pharmacy is really convenient. I would not be at ease discussing  sex with a doctor who know my family and me.”

“I have emergency contraception at home because I am on the pill and I have forgotten to take my pills once or twice. It’s reassuring to have an emergency contraception tablet ready in advance.”

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Contraceptive accidents can happen to anyone. Here are some tips to help you avoid them happening:

• Be prepared. Carry condoms or keep your sponge, diaphragm or cap with you
• Don’t use oil based lubricants with latex condoms, as they can weaken them so they split
• Be careful when taking condoms out of the packet, especially around nails and jewellery
• Store condoms correctly so they don’t get too hot or damaged
• Ensure condoms are not past their use by date
• Use pill manufacturers’ apps, or use the reminder or calendar function on your mobile telephone, to set up daily alerts to remind you to take your contraceptive pill.
• Ensure you follow the correct guidance if you miss a contraceptive pill. See your pill pack leaflet.
• Sign up to telephone or SMS alerts provided free by some contraceptive manufacturers
• Set up a mobile reminder to take out and reinsert your vaginal ring
• Set up a weekly mobile reminder to change your contraceptive patch
• Set up a mobile reminder to have your next contraceptive injection
• Don’t assume you will remember. Don’t take a chance.

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If you need ellaOne^®, it may be helpful to plan what you are going to say to the pharmacist. Here are some ideas:

• “I’d like the morning after pill please.”
• “I’d like the emergency contraceptive pill please.”
• “I’ve had a contraceptive mishap and I’d like the morning after pill please?”

• “Can I talk to someone about the morning after pill please?”

Take somebody with you if it makes you feel more comfortable.

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Getting ellaOne^®should be simple and discrete.

The pharmacist may ask you a few questions, just to check ellaOne^® is suitable for you.

There’s no need to feel embarrassed. Remember, pharmacy staff deal with all kinds of sensitive situations every day – it’s their job to help you to deal with the situation calmly and make this experience as uncomplicated as they can for you. They will provide advice and support in a professional manner.

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ellaOne® is Europe’s most effective morning after pill. If you have taken it, it is important to take extra precautions during sex until your next period to ensure it has worked.

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ellaOne^® is an emergency contraceptive pill and will not protect against future acts of sexual intercourse. After using ellaOne®, if you want to have sex, always use a reliable barrier contraceptive method such as condoms until your next period, even if you use a regular contraceptive pill.

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It is an old wives’ tale that you can’t get pregnant when you are breastfeeding. If you are having sex while breastfeeding and you’re not planning on another pregnancy, you need to take precautions. If you have unprotected sex and the condom splits, you can take emergency contraception.

If you have chosen to take ellaOne^®, do not breastfeed your baby for one week after taking. During this week you should express your breast milk to stimulate and maintain milk production, but throw away the milk you express.

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You will know ellaOne^® has worked when your next period starts. After taking ellaOne^®, most women have a normal period at the expected time, but some may have their period later or earlier than normal.

Take a pregnancy test if:

• your period is more than seven days late
• your period is unusually light or unusually heavy
• you experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or breast pain
• you have any doubt about being pregnant.

Pregnant after ellaOne^®?

If you have accidentally taken ellaOne^® during pregnancy, or have become pregnant despite having taken ellaOne®, HRA Pharma (the licence holder of ellaOne^®) is interested in receiving more information about your pregnancy. Information is anonymous to preserve your confidentiality. You can report information at www.hra-pregnancy-registry.com, or ask your doctor to do it for you. You are strongly advised to contact your healthcare professional as early as possible if you become pregnant.

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Side effects of ellaOne^®

Like all medicines, ellaOne^® can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.

The most commonly reported side effects are:

• headaches
• nausea (feeling sick)
• abdominal pain
• painful periods.

These are also possible signs of pregnancy.

Taking a pregnancy test

If you miss your period or your period is lighter or heavier than normal, and you experience such symptoms after taking ellaOne^®, you should do a pregnancy test.

It is possible that your period may be delayed for more than 7 days of the expected time, after taking ellaOne^®. If this happens, or you are in any doubt, it is recommended you take a pregnancy test.

If you get any side effects, talk to your pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

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ellaOne^® is easy to take – it is one single tablet.

You can take ellaOne^® with some water as soon as possible and no later than 120 hours (5 days) after you have had unprotected sex.

It’s fine to take it before, during or after a meal.

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