Emergency Contraceptive Pill in Colombia

An emergency contraceptive pill stops pregnancy before it starts. It is not the same as the abortion pill. It works up to five days (or 120 hours) after unprotected sex, depending on the type.

Are emergency contraceptive pills widely available in Colombia?

Yes, in Colombia emergency contraceptive pills are available at pharmacies, drugstores, Health Cooperation Agencies, supermarkets, department stores, private clinics, and public hospitals and health centers.

Do I need a prescription to buy emergency contraceptive pills in Colombia?

No, you don’t need a prescription to access emergency contraceptive pills. Still, Colombia’s legal framework indicates that it is necessary to request a consultation in contraception and family planning to choose the method that best suits each person. The Obligatory Health Plan (POS, for its acronym in Spanish) generally provides a free supply of family planning methods.

Is there an age restriction for accessing emergency contraceptive pills in Colombia?

No, there’s no age restriction to get access to emergency contraceptive pills in Colombia. Resolution 3280 of the Ministry of Health (2018) provides for sexual and reproductive health care and access to nondefinitive contraceptive methods for adolescents aged 12 to 17, young people aged 18 to 28, and other men and women of childbearing age.

How much does an emergency contraceptive pill cost in Colombia?

In 2022, private purchases of the emergency contraceptive pill in pharmacies can range from 2 to 4 US dollars, depending on the brand of your choice.

What are the different emergency contraceptive pill brands available in Colombia?

The most widely available brands in Colombia are Evinet (C8M), Cerciorat (EXS), Postinor 1 and 2 (G.R), Postcoid (GIE), Postday and Postday 1 (LFC), Libelle (NVM), Onive 1 and 2 (PRF), and Emergyn (SYT).
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Who can I contact for more information about emergency contraceptive pills in Colombia?

For more information on this or any other contraceptive method, you can visit orientame.org.co, profamilia.org.co, and jovenesvive.com.

Where can I read more about this method?

If you want more information about the emergency contraceptive pill, click here.

What can I do in the case of an unplanned pregnancy?

Visit safe2choose.org to speak with an expert counselor about the abortion options available in this country. Counselors can also be contacted via email (write to info@safe2choose.org) or via live chat at safe2choose.org/abortion-counseling.