Emergency contraception is a safe way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. There are a few types of emergency contraception, and some work better than others depending on your individual needs. Both Plan B and Ella are available through the Campus Health Pharmacy.
Plan B
One type of emergency contraception is a pill with levonorgestrel. Plan B, Take Action, and My Choice are all examples of this type of medication. This type of emergency contraception is effective for up to 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex but is best taken immediately because its efficacy decreases overtime. It also is not as effective on people who weigh 165 lbs or more.
Plan B is available to Tulane University and Loyola University students for free with no questions asked at the Campus Health Pharmacy.
Ella
A second type of emergency contraception is a pill with ulipristal acetate, commonly known by its name brand Ella. Ella is the most effective type of emergency contraception pill. Ella works well on people with weights up to 195 lbs and is effective up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex. Ella is only accessible through prescription.
Tulane students can access Ella by making a same-day appointment at the Health Center by calling 504-865-5255. A provider will prescribe Ella, and students can fill their prescription at the Pharmacy, which maintains Ella in inventory.
Other sources of emergency contraception
The Student Health Center Downtown
A limited supply of Plan B (levonorgestrel) is available at the Student Health Center Downtown. To access Plan B downtown, call 504-988-6929 to speak to a patient representative in the downtown clinic.
Plan B NOLA
Any member of the community can also access emergency contraception through Plan B NOLA. Plan B NOLA provides free emergency contraception through a delivery and outpost pick-up system. Information about how to access their services can be found on the Plan B NOLA website.
Big Easy EC
Big Easy EC is a 24/7 emergency contraception delivery service operated by Tulane students. Text (504) 215-8634 for further details.
