Emergency Contraception Within 48 Hours (2 Days)
Quick Answer
Time is important but you still have good options. Levonorgestrel effectiveness is around 85%, while ulipristal acetate remains at 97%.
You Still Have Great Options
At 48 hours, emergency contraception is still very effective:
- Levonorgestrel (Postinor): ~85% effective
- Ulipristal acetate (Mifestad): ~97% effective
Both are good options, though Mifestad maintains higher effectiveness at this timing.
Effectiveness at 48 Hours
Here's how the options compare:
| Time | Postinor | Mifestad |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | 95% | 98% |
| **48 hours** | **85%** | **97%** |
| 72 hours | 58% | 95% |
Which Should You Choose?
At 48 hours, both options are still effective, but:
Choose Mifestad if:
- You want the highest effectiveness (97% vs 85%)
- You're not sure exactly when 48 hours will pass
- You're not currently on hormonal contraception
Choose Postinor if:
- Mifestad isn't available quickly
- You're on hormonal BC and want to continue without interruption
- Budget is a primary concern
Act Soon - Effectiveness Drops at 72 Hours
While you have time, be aware: - Postinor effectiveness drops from 85% to 58% between 48-72 hours - Mifestad stays strong (97% → 95%) - The sooner you take it, the better **Don't wait** until you're at the 72-hour mark if you can help it.
Getting EC Quickly
Metro Manila: Same-day delivery ensures you take EC while still at 48 hours
Provincial areas: Consider that delivery adds time - order now so you're still in the effective window when it arrives. Mifestad is the better choice for provincial delivery due to its longer effectiveness window.
Get emergency contraception now - you're still in an effective window.
Order NowFrequently Asked Questions
No, 48 hours is not too late. Postinor is still ~85% effective, and Mifestad is ~97% effective. Both are worthwhile options at this timing.
If you can get Mifestad quickly (within a few hours), it's worth the wait for higher effectiveness. If Mifestad will take significantly longer, take Postinor now - 85% effectiveness is still good.
The closer you are to 72 hours, the more important it is to choose Mifestad. At 72 hours, Postinor drops to 58% effectiveness while Mifestad remains at 95%.
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