If you're 16 or over, you can buy Levonelle® One Step in most pharmacies.
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What is Levonelle® One Step?
Levonelle® One Step is also known as 'the morning after pill' but you can take it up to 3 days (72 hours) after a contraception mishap to prevent pregnancy. There is 1 round white tablet in the pack. It contains a hormone called levonorgestrel...
The earlier you take Levonelle® One Step the more likely it is to work, so it's important to act quickly, in hours rather than days.
If you are over 16, you can buy Levonelle® One Step over the counter at most pharmacies throughout the UK. The pharmacist will ask you a few questions first to make sure it's suitable for you. You can answer the questions here and print out the form to hand to the pharmacist if you prefer.
If you are under sixteen, you cannot buy Levonelle® One Step at the pharmacy and need to see a healthcare professional or go to a family planning clinic or Walk-In Centre.
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