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The more you know about emergency contraception, the better prepared you’ll be in the event of such an emergency. To make sure that you have the information you need, we’re providing educational materials and Web resources below.

To download information about traditional birth control methods, emergency contraception, and Next Choice®, please click here.

Preparing for your visit

The better prepared you are ahead of time, the more productive your meeting will be with your healthcare professional. To make the most of your visit, you might want to bring a list of questions you might have, any medications you are currently taking, or even a friend or family member for support. Remember to be honest about your symptoms, health, and sexual history and make sure you don't leave without understanding everything that you have discussed with your healthcare professional.

If you are uncomfortable asking for Next Choice, please click here to receive a Pharmacy Request Card.

Discussing emergency contraception and other issues with your partner

Having an open discussion with your partner about sex and contraception can be a difficult task, but there are things that you can do to make it easier. You and your partner may want to agree upon a time and a place free of interruptions to have an open discussion. If you or your partner have any additional questions about emergency contraception, please consult your healthcare provider.

For access to useful online resources about women’s healthcare issues including emergency contraception, please click here.

View Important Safety Information and Prescribing Information.

Important Safety Information

Next Choice® is not effective if you’re already pregnant, and it will not terminate an existing pregnancy. Next Choice does not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Side effects may include nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, changes in your period, dizziness, and breast tenderness. If your period is more than a week late, you may be pregnant. If you have severe abdominal pain, you may have an ectopic pregnancy, and you should get immediate medical help.

To report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA, visit fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see Prescribing Information to learn more.

For more information about Next Choice, please call our Medical Communications Department at 866-9WATSON.

Next Choice is available without a prescription for women 17 or older. If you are 16 or younger, a prescription is required.

Call your pharmacy to make sure Next Choice is in stock.

This Web site is intended for United States Prescribers, Pharmacists & Consumers.