Irish-registered doctors review your request within hours and send your prescription directly to your chosen pharmacy
Reviewed by Irish Medical Council-registered GPs
If your contraception failed or you’ve had unprotected sex, smartscripts.ie makes it simple to get the morning-after pill online in Ireland. Complete a short online consultation, and our Irish-registered doctors will review your request for EllaOne, Ireland’s leading emergency contraceptive pill. Once approved, your prescription is sent directly to your chosen pharmacy, quickly, safely and confidentially.
The morning-after pill is an emergency contraception taken after unprotected sex or a contraceptive mishap (missed pills, condom break). It works mainly by delaying ovulation, so no egg is released for fertilisation. In Ireland, there are two tablet windows: one licensed for use up to 3 days (72 hours) and another up to 5 days (120 hours). Both are most effective the sooner you take them.
After use, your next period may be earlier or later , and flow can vary; light spotting is possible. If you vomit within a few hours, seek advice; you may need a replacement dose. If your period is more than 7 days late after taking emergency contraception, take a pregnancy test and get medical advice.
EllaOne is Ireland’s most effective oral emergency contraceptive without a prescription.
Key Facts:
If you’re breastfeeding, have severe asthma, or are taking other medications, our doctors will review them carefully to ensure it’s right for you.
You can use emergency contraception up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. It works best as soon as possible. EllaOne works by delaying ovulation, preventing an egg from being released so fertilisation cannot occur.
If you vomit soon after taking the pill, contact a pharmacist/doctor-you may need another dose. As a rule of thumb, vomiting within 2 hours (3-day pill) or 3 hours (5-day pill) may mean you need another dose.
Your next period may be earlier, later, heavier or lighter. Take a pregnancy test if your period is >7 days late. Emergency contraception does not affect long-term fertility and does not disrupt an existing pregnancy.
Yes, both oral options can be used more than once in a cycle if needed, but they are intended for occasional emergency use. If you need EC repeatedly, consider a reliable ongoing method.
Complete a short online questionnaire, reviewed by an IMC-registered GP within 2 hours. Consultation fee: €20.
Start Your €20 Consultation NowAnswer a few quick questions so our doctors can confirm if the treatment is right for you.
Your request is reviewed by our GPs, typically within 2 hours.
Your prescription is sent to your chosen pharmacy, or delivered discreetly to your door.
We check in and adjust your care as needed.
