Question

A 32-year-old G2P1 with a copper IUD in place asks whether emergency contraception is needed after unprotected intercourse 72 hours ago. She prefers to keep the IUD. Which option is MEC Category 1 and most effective?

Accepted Answer

Copper IUD insertion

Answer

Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg single dose

Answer

Ulipristal acetate 30 mg

Answer

Combined OCPs (Yuzpe)

Answer

No option within 72 h is effective

Practice question

A 32-year-old G2P1 with a copper IUD in place asks whether emergency contraception is needed after unprotected intercourse 72 hours ago. She prefers to keep the IUD. Which option is MEC Category 1 and most effective?