Contraception

Morning-After Pill in Seoul, Korea

In South Korea, emergency contraceptive pills require a doctor's prescription; you cannot buy them over the counter. Take them as soon as possible after unprotected sex: levonorgestrel works best within 72 hours, and ulipristal can be used up to 120 hours. Dami can see you quickly and prescribe in English.

The Clinic

Dami Women's Clinic

Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN
5F Ilex Tower, 375 Yeouidaebang-ro
Yeouido, Seoul · Saetgang Stn, Line 9

 

Hours

Mon, Wed, Thu — 9:30 to 19:00
Tue, Fri — 9:30 to 20:00
Sat — 9:30 to 15:00

Closed for lunch 13:00–14:00, the 2nd Saturday, Sundays and holidays.

 

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Prescription required in Korea

Unlike in many countries, emergency contraception in Korea is prescription-only. Visit a clinic, get a prescription, then fill it at a pharmacy, usually in the same building or nearby. See prescriptions and pharmacies.

Timing

  • The sooner, the better
  • Levonorgestrel: within 72 hours
  • Ulipristal acetate: within 120 hours

What to expect

Some nausea, headache or changes in the timing of your next period are common. If your period is more than a week late, take a pregnancy test.

It is not regular contraception

Emergency pills are less effective than ongoing methods. Ask us about the pill, IUDs or the implant. Consider STD testing if the encounter carries infection risk.

Weekends

We are open Saturday mornings (except the 2nd Saturday). Call 02-761-3072.

Reviewed by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), led by Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency in Korea, call 119. Medical disclaimer