What medications can I use after unprotected sexual intercourse?



A. Medications to avoid unwanted pregnancy

1. MORNING AFTER PILLS

The pill contains 1.5 milligrams of levonorgestrel

Indications:

To avoid unwanted pregnancy

When to use:

It should be used before 72 hours (3 days after unprotected sexual intercourse).

How to use:

Adult & Teenagers: One pill is taken as soon as possible.

Availability:

Available on: All insurances.

Prescription: GP and Consultants.

B. HIV Prophylaxis medications

1.TDF + 3TC+DOLTEGRAVIR

Before using these medications, you should make sure that your liver and kidneys are normal 

You should also be sure that you are not already HIV positive.

These medications are only available in hospital settings and are free.

When to use:

It should be used before 72 hours (3 days after unprotected sexual intercourse).

Dosage:

Adults: a pill that combines TDF+3TC+Deltegravir, one is taken daily for 28 days.

Availability:

Prescription: GP and Consultants.

C. STI (Sexually transmitted infections) prophylaxis medications

1. DOXY200

Doxycycline 200mg

Indications:

Uro-genital infections

Dosage/How to use:

Adults: 1 tablet ( 200 mg) once after sexual intercourse

Availability:

Available on: All insurances.

Prescription: GP and Consultants.



Ask a Doctor for medical advice



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