A way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse.

Emergency contraception comes in the form of pills (commonly known as the "morning-after pill," even though you can take it up to five days after). The pills are sold under the name Plan B. ECPs can be up to 75-89% effective if taken within 72-120 hours.

EC can be purchased without a prescription at some pharmacies in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Vermont, Montana and Washington State.

In other states, if you are 17 or older you can get EC without a prescription at most pharmacies.

If you are 16 or under you can get EC by going to a clinic or by contacting your doctor for a prescription. Clinics are located in every state in the country. To find a clinic near you, click here.