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ella® FAQs

Got a question about ella®? Wondering how the morning after pill really works? Heard something worrying about side effects and want to get an answer you can trust? You’re in the right place.

Some people can find the experience of taking emergency contraception nerve-wracking, and often that’s because they don’t have all of the facts. A lot of people were never taught about the morning after pill, meaning that there are lots of harmful myths and misunderstandings out there that can stop people from accessing emergency contraception.

At ella®, we believe that by educating people about this type of contraception we can overcome the stigma and fear associated with it. That’s why we’ve put together a set of no-nonsense answers to your most frequently asked questions about ella®.

What is ella®?
How does ella® work?
Do I need to continue taking my contraceptive pill after taking ella®?
Can I start taking the contraceptive pill as a new method of contraception after taking ella®?
Can ella® delay your period?
Can ella® mess up your cycle?
Does ella® make you bleed?
Do I need a prescription to get ella®
Is ella® an abortion pill?
What if I am already pregnant and use ella®?
Will ella® affect my chances of becoming pregnant in the future?
How will I know that ella® has worked properly?
Can you take ella® twice in one cycle?
What is the advantage of taking ella®?

What happens after taking ella®?

Once you take it, ella® works by delaying ovulation. ella® is most effective the sooner you take it. Upon intake of ella after unprotected sex, ovulation is delayed for five days.

Generally, ella® is well tolerated but, like any medicine, some people experience side effects after taking ella®. For more information about potential side effects, please see here.

It is important to remember that ella® is only effective for a specific instance of unprotected sex. Taking ella® will not protect you for future occasions of unprotected sex. Your fertility will return to normal very quickly, and you should use a condom or other barrier method until your next period arrives, even if you are using a hormonal method of contraception like the pill.