In cases where conventional contraception has failed or unprotected sexual intercourse has occurred, you can prevent pregnancy with a high probability by taking emergency contraceptive pills within 72 hours of having sexual intercourse.
*Please note that emergency contraceptive pills do not guarantee a 100% avoidance of pregnancy. It is only an emergency method and not a method that can be used as a usual contraceptive method.
*Condoms should be used to prevent sexually transmitted diseases.
*In Japan, emergency contraception is not covered by national health insurance system.
The University of Tokyo Health Service Center provides counseling and prescriptions for emergency contraception. Consultation is available for all persons regardless of gender, but it is necessary for the person taking the pills to see the doctor herself for the prescription. Please refer to the following website to find out medical institutions available for prescriptions after hours or when the health service center is closed.
https://www.fukushi.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kodomo/shussan/kinkyu-hinin.html
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Why not take this opportunity to think about contraception and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases in order to protect yourself and your partner. For more information about contraceptive methods and sexually transmitted diseases, you can consult with gynecologist at the health service center.
