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SECTION I -GUIDELINES FOR EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION PRESCRIPTION
1.0 Introduction
  Definition
  History of Emergency Contraception
  Global Status
  Need for Emergency Contraception in India
  EC Pills in India
  Indications for Emergency Contraception
   
2.0 Methods for emergency contraception
  Mechanism of Action
  Overview of Methods
  Effectiveness and probbaility of conception
  Levonorgestrel - the dedicated method of choice
  Alternate Methods
  Special Consideration
   
3.0 Counseling for emergency contraception
  GATHER approach
  Medical eligibility criteria
  Contraindictions and precautions
  Follow-up
  Initiating regular contraception after emergency contraception
   
4.0 Client Assessment
 History taking
 Examination
 Laboratory tests
  
5.0 Prescription Details
 Client Instructions
 Record-keeping
 Follow-up schedule
  
6.0 Management of side-effects
  Nausea and vomiting
 Bleeding
 Missed period
 Other side-effects
  
7.0 Practical Problems
  Special situations
  Frequently asked questions
  
Annexures
  Algorithm for client management
 Client record proforma
 Website addresses and hotlines
  Sample client information in Hindi
  Bibliography
  
SECTION 2 : UPDATE ON METHODS OF REGULAR CONTRACEPTION
Fertility Awareness Based Methods
Coitus Interruptus
Barrier Methods of Contraception
Lactational amenorrhoea method
Combined oral pills
 
Annexures
Bibliography
Abbreviations
Acknowledgements
Progestin - only pill
Intra-uterine Devices
Injectable Contraception
The Norplant system
Surgical Sterilization
 

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