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India: ECPs will remain prescription-free

October 2024. The ​Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) clarified that emergency contraception pills (ECPs) will remain accessible without prescription in India, and that misinterpretations have led to confusion about prescription requirements for certain hormonal contraceptives.  Read more here. In past few weeks, some news reported that a ban on over-the-counter sales of ECPs was…

Concerns over repeat use of emergency contraception pills

October 2024.  According to local news, in India the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is considering recommending a ban on over-the-counter sales of emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs). The reason suggested for the ban is that what is considered “ an irrational and excessive use” of the ECPs might lead to health complications for women,…

The cost of EC pills in Central and Eastern Europe.

The cost of EC pills in Central and Eastern Europe.

September 2024. ASTRA Network (www.astra.org.pl) and the European Consortium for Emergency Contraception presented their latest research findings at the 15th FIAPAC Conference 2024, which was held in Brussels on September 20-21.   This collaborative research looked into the cost of emergency contraception pills (ECPs) in select European countries. Our findings show significant disparities across the region,…

Emergency contraception pills database

A searchable list of emergency contraceptive pills available in countries