Emergency contraception (the 'morning after' pill) can help to prevent pregnancy if you believe that other contraception has failed or if you've had unprotected sex. 3-Day Pill If you are aged below 24, you can obtain the emergency contraception pill for free from our pharmacist. For those over 24, you can purchase the pill for a charge of £25. In order to maximise the effectiveness of the emergency contraceptive pill, it should be taken within 3 days of unprotected sex. 5-Day Pill Alternatively, you can try the new emergency contraception pill, EllaOne which can be taken up to 5 days after having unprotected sex. This pill is just £35. If you would like to book yourself in for a free confidential, book an appointment today!