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My Choice is a brand-name emergency contraceptive medication designed to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or contraceptive failure. It contains levonorgestrel as its active ingredient and should be taken as soon as possible after intercourse for maximum effectiveness. This medication is available over-the-counter and is intended for occasional use, not as a regular method of birth control.
An emergency contraceptive pill used to help prevent unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1922754
- Generic
- My Choice
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- —
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Emergency contraception to prevent pregnancy following unprotected intercourse, contraceptive failure (such as a broken condom), or missed regular contraceptive doses. Not intended for routine birth control use.
As a progestin-based emergency contraceptive, it primarily works by preventing or delaying ovulation. It may also alter cervical mucus and interfere with fertilization depending on the timing in a woman's cycle.
Most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Less effective in women with higher body weight. Does not terminate existing pregnancies and offers no protection against sexually transmitted infections. Should not be used as regular contraception. Consult a healthcare provider for recurrent use or if pregnancy is suspected.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy