# ellaOne emergency contraception guide

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Updated: 2026-09-08. AI-assisted editorial information; not clinically reviewed.

Sanara is an independent UK comparison and affiliate platform. The provider handles assessment, prescribing and supply.

## The short answer

ellaOne is an emergency tablet option whose suitability depends on timing and other factors. Ask a pharmacist urgently about interactions with regular hormonal contraception and other medicines. Do not delay seeking advice while comparing delivery prices.

## Understanding your options

Emergency contraception is time-sensitive after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. Contact a pharmacy, sexual health clinic or GP promptly rather than waiting for routine delivery.

Options include emergency tablets and a copper intrauterine device. The copper device is the most effective option; suitability and timing should be discussed urgently.

## Who may be suitable?

Tell the professional when sex happened, your usual contraception, medicines and any earlier unprotected sex in the cycle.

## Side effects and precautions

Emergency tablets differ in how they interact with ongoing contraception. Follow individual advice about restarting contraception, extra precautions, vomiting and pregnancy testing.

## When to get help

Severe abdominal pain, faintness or concerning bleeding needs urgent assessment, especially if pregnancy is possible.

For a life-threatening emergency, call 999. For urgent advice, contact the appropriate local NHS service.

## Progress and follow-up

Arrange follow-up as advised. Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections or all later sex in the cycle.

## Questions to ask

How does this option affect restarting my regular contraception?

- Which options are still within the relevant time window?

- When should I restart my usual contraception?

- When should I take a pregnancy test?

## Treatment approaches

### ellaOne (ulipristal acetate) morning-after pill

ellaOne is an emergency tablet option whose suitability depends on timing and other factors. Ask a pharmacist urgently about interactions with regular hormonal contraception and other medicines. Do not delay seeking advice while comparing delivery prices.

Full guide: https://www.sanarahealth.co.uk/medicines/emergency-contraception/ellaone-morning-after-pill/

### Levonorgestrel 1.5mg morning-after pill

This emergency contraceptive option has time-sensitive use requirements. A pharmacist needs details of when sex happened, other medicines and contraception. A different option, including an emergency copper device, may be more appropriate.

Full guide: https://www.sanarahealth.co.uk/medicines/emergency-contraception/levonorgestrel-morning-after-pill/

## Costs

The provider confirms current prices. Include assessment, supply, follow-up, delivery and repeat charges. This guide does not provide a guaranteed quote.

Cost planner: https://www.sanarahealth.co.uk/tools/treatment-cost/

## Sources

https://www.nhs.uk/contraception/emergency-contraception/

https://assets.pharmacyregulation.org/files/2024-11/how-to-keep-safe-when-getting-medicines-or-treatment-online.pdf