OTC Contraceptives

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This paper provides an overview of the different types of emergency contraceptives such as the "morning-after pill" and Copper-T Intrauterine Device (IUD). It looks at how offering the emergency contraceptive pills for sale over the counter is a very controversial issue and how the on-going debate on whether to allow their open sale remains a tough issue.

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"The other type of emergency contraceptives is the Copper-T Intrauterine Device (IUD). This can be inserted in the uterus of the woman up to five days after the sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy. It can then either be removed after the woman's next menstrual period, or it can be left in the body to provide continuous effective contraception for up to ten years p://ec.priceton.edu/questions/dose.html). The copper IUD alters the lining of the uterus by causing an inflammatory reaction that makes it inhospitable to implantation of the egg and hence prevents occurrence of a pregnancy. It also interferes with the fertilization and movement of the egg to the fallopian tubes (Winikoff and Wymelenberg, p 213, 1997). This method of contraception can only be done by a qualified physician because of the technicality of inserting the device in the right position."

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