With the advancement in the medical sciences, today you can overcome the problem of unwanted pregnancy.
One such advancement is birth control methods.
Sometimes, there come situations where you may have unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, but do not want pregnancy to follow.
The solution for this kind of situations is Emergency Contraceptive, which is also popularly known as Plan B.
It is a type of birth control method that can be used to prevent pregnancy. It is a registered trademark of Women’s Capital Corporation, a subsidiary of Duramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Emergency contraceptive is made up of estrogen and progesterone or progesterone only, which helps regulate ovulation and fertility in the way similar to other natural hormones work.
Emergency contraceptives can also be used as a supportive approach to birth control in situations such as: when other birth control measures failed, if two or more dosage of regular birth control pills are skipped, or in the absence of any effective birth control method.
However, for an effective result, the first tablet should be taken immediately within 72 hours of your sexual intercourse, the sooner it is taken the better chances are there for its efficacy.
The second tablet must be taken twelve hours later. Your doctor will suggest the order of tablet usage while prescribing the oral contraceptive.
Each emergency contraceptive pack contains two tablets, which are measured as a single course of treatment; each tablet contains levonorgestrel (0.75 mg). The first tablet of Plan B should be taken orally as soon as possible within three days of your unprotected intercourse.
The second tablet must be taken after12 hours of your first tablet. Remember, it is not an alternate for birth control routine methods. Also, it cannot protect you from sexually transmitted infections such as HIV/ AIDS, chlamydia, gonorrhea and so on.
You can easily get these emergency contraceptives from your doctor or from a medical store if you are 18 years and above. However, a prescription is must if you are 17 years and younger.
It is estimated that emergency contraceptive can reduce the risk of pregnancy by 89 percent, when used correctly after a single course of unprotected sexual activity. However, the effectiveness reduces as the interval between intercourse and the start of treatment increases.
The decline in efficacy from a delay in treatment is the reason behind it. A broad range of health professionals believes that barriers to more timely access to emergency contraceptive should be removed, including making the product broadly available without prescription.
Emergency contraceptive is very safe when used as directed. You may not experience serious complications with the usage of Plan B.
The common side effects (minor) include nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, dizziness, diarrhea, headache, vomiting, breast tenderness and changes in menstrual period.
It is highly recommended to avoid using Plan B when you are pregnant, have undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, or have an allergy to the product usage. Remember, it cannot end up an established pregnancy.
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Can i have the pills before i know myself that i am pregnant.
I had sex with my bf on october 15th.
so do u suggest me in taking the pills.(unwanted 72).
Hi Manisha,
If you take pills before knowing about your pregnancy, it may result in miscarriage… So, firstly confirm your pregnancy… And, if you are pregnant, it is best for you to follow other birth control methods…
Hi this is simran i have kid 9 months old if i take unwanted tablets every month can its going to harm me for next pregnency i don,t want to be pregnant for next five yrs
Hi Simran,
Yes, you can use pills. It doesn’t harm you for next pregnancy. But, there are some side effects of using pills; you can the information about the side effects of birth control pills at the following link:
Side Effects of Birth Control Pills
Hi, My date is missed around 15 days
I had sex with my bf in between.
what do you suggest me if I am pregnent? any pill for abortion?
I have take the second pill before 12 hours of 1st pill, should i have to take one more pill after 12 hour or it will create a Side effect as i take second pill before 12 hour. I take the 1st pill with in 1 hour of Sexual Intraction with my husband
i m from pakistan i m use tablets (em kit)emergency pregnency tablets i have already use these two month before i wants to know is it safe for me when i will want to pregnant i m using these tablets two tablets at once
Hi Moni,
Yes, you can take the help of abortion pills as they can be used with in nine week of pregnancy. But, it is always advisable to consult a gynecologist because you may face certain side effects while using these pills.
Hi Priya,
No, there isn’t any necessity to take one more pill. But, make sure to take it after 12 hours from next time. Or else, it better to take the advise of a Gynecologist…
Hi Saira,
It is not advisable to take two pills at once. The second pill must be taken 12 hours after taking the 1st pill. It is better to consult your gynecologist for additional information regarding the order of tablet usage.
I had an unprotected sex with my husband. I took unwanted 72 (plan B) as recommended. First within 72 hours and next after 12 hours. My monthly menstrual period was on January 27, 2008. But it did not happen. Since I was not aware about the side effects, I went to a gynecologist who prescribed me estrogen and progesterone injection, which I took last week. But still I don’t have my period. I also did pregnancy test which was nagative. I have two issues. Please let me know how long it (Plan B) can delay the period. What measures I should take. I have no other complication. Please advice.
Hi Jahan Ara Qaisar,
Menstrual changes in one of the side effects of Plan B, but these menstrual changes varies from person to person. But, if it alters for more then 3 weeks, then it could be problem. As its already nearly 2 weeks from your actual period date, so better consult your gynecologist once again.
My last cycle started on 27th Feb evening. I had intercourse with my husband on Mar 1st night(4th day of my period) without any protection. Since i already have a kid, i would like to avoid pregnancy now. Is there any way to confirm pregnancy before next cycle?. Also is it possible to avoid through any pills?.
Hi Rani,
The above mentioned pills are the best option to avoid unwanted pregnancy, but it should be taken within 72hours. And, if it is more than 72hrs, then you can go for abortion pills. The information about abortion pills is mentioned in the following page..
Abortion Pills
And regarding your question on confirming pregnancy before next periods day; Actually missed periods is the first and foremost symptom of pregnancy. Even you can go for home pregnancy test kits for confirming your pregnancy
is it necessary to take unwanted 72 if i had sex & got m.c within 4-5 hours
Hi Namrata,
In such situation, there is no necessity to take unwanted 72 because having a menstrual cycle itself indicates the loss of pregnancy.
Hi WHZ,
While I am writing this, its been 30 hours since I had sexual intercourse with my Boyfriend for the first time. I am 20 yrs of age. I have sometimes had problems with my periods being delayed.
1. Still wud u suggest me to take unwanted 72 and avoid pregnancy?
2. I fear that it will have some very bad side effects and may dampen my prospects of pregnancy?
Hi Shaanu,
Unwanted 72(Emergency Contraceptives) works effectively, if it is taken immediately within 72 hours of your sexual intercourse. It is true that, there are some side effects of emergency contraceptives like delay in periods, etc, but it may not effect your prospects of pregnancy. But, if you have any further doubts, it is better to consult a doctor before using the pills.
Day before yesterday i had sex with my husband, now i am scared. can i go for unwanted 72 pregnancy kit. is it reliable. Within what time i have to go for this?
want to know about Umwanted 72 kit. Do we have to it within 72 hours only, if after that we will do test, what result it will show? What is the cost? Is it easily available in the Medical Stores?
hello, my periods are usually on 30th or 31st of the month, bt till nw i hvnt had periods, in between i hd intercourse with my boy frnd. if i m pregnant is there any pill which can get me out of unwanted pregnancy, and if yes wat is the name of the pill???
hello,
i had intercourse with my wife and after that she took unwanted-72 .First pill after 16 hours and 2nd after 12 hours of 1st pill.She expected her menstrual cycle on 4th april .Does it come late or sooner after taking pills.please help.
Hi deepak,
There are some side effects of using emergency contraceptives like changes in hormone levels. Changes in hormone levels disturb the regularity of menstrual cycle. Usually, the periods come late or early depends on the regularity of your wife’s menstrual cycle.
Hi preeti,
Simply don’t go for pills to prevent pregnancy, First confirm your pregnancy. You will find home pregnancy test kits at general medical stores. Use any one to confirm your pregnancy. If the result is positive, then you may use Mifepristone or Misoprostol. But, visit your doctor before taking any of these pills.
Hi neelam,
Unwanted 72 works effectively only if you take immediately within 72 hours after having sex. You will find it at any medical stores. If it is too late for you, once consult your doctor as she can suggest various methods to quit pregnancy.
can we take contraceptive pill before intercourse
HI
I have a pal who’se had unprotected sex with her bf less than 3wks ago. We checked her condition only to find that the results were +ve, can she use the ‘abortion pills’ and if so which are the most reconmmended pills for the 23yrs old girl?
if i hv sex wid my partner…on d last day of my period….is der any possibility of getting pregnant?? n do i hv to take ny contraceptive pills for security???
hi ,
My last mensus cycle was 15 th March, I had intercouse with my boy friend after 4 days of my mensus, i took emergency pills , but still i didnt have my periods. Am I pregnent ? how to check ? if s, any pills for abortion? Im totally worried. please help me
Hi,
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on 12th of April. As per my calculations, my cycle shuld had started on 20th. But as yet, nothing has happened. I am experiencing lower backache which i normally do before my periods, but nothing more than that. Also, i am undergoing stress due to my exams. Please sug
hi,
i had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on 12th of april. as per my calculations, my cycle should had started on 20th. but nothing has happened yet. i am feeling lower backache which i normally do before my cycle starts, but thats all. also, im undergoing stress due to my ongoing exams. is there any chance that i am pregnant? please suggest some symptoms and a course of action to follow in case i’ve conceived. can i do something immidiately to avoid pregnancy or abort the same??
Hi
I had sex with my Gf 7 days back.can u suggest me how to avoid pregnancy
Hi,
i had intercourse with my girlfriend on 12th of April. Her period starts on 20th of every month. Its 30th and still she did not have her period. We are afraid that she is pregnant. But at the controrary, she had her exams as well due to which she was undergoing stress. What would you suggest we should do to confirm her pregnancy and termainate the same in case the result is positive?
Hi,
I’ve taken Plan B within 12 hours of having unprotected sex, but I had unprotected sex again before taking the second pill. Will I still be protected from becoming pregnant?
i want to know that how can increse the sex power of my wife by taking the herbal tablates or any natheral way
Hi Ash,
I too don’t know whether it protects you from becoming your pregnant or not. You can visit your doctor about this.
Hi Indira,
If you take contraceptive pills immediately before the intercourse, it won’t prevent you from becoming pregnant. There is specified dosage for these pills. It is 28 days or 21 days course.So, visit your doctor to know about the contraceptive pills.
Hi Rajeev,
You can take the help of various home pregnancy test kits (Velocit or Pregcolour) in order to confirm the pregnancy. If it becomes positive, then you can consult the doctor about pregnancy termination pills or procedures.
Hi Hari,
First you need to confirm the pregnancy. If it is positive, then you can take the help of abortion pills or any other pregnancy prevention methods.
Hi Mallika,
First, confirm your pregnancy by using any of the home pregnancy test kits. If it is positive, then you can use abortion pills to terminate your pregnancy. But, to know the particular pill type and dosage, it is better to consult the doctor.
Hi Swata,
Velocit and Pregcolour are the best know pregnancy test kits. You can confirm your pregnancy with the help of any of these kits. If the result is positive and don’t want to continue your pregnancy, then you can take the help of abortion pills. So, consult your doctor to know about which abortion pill can effectively prevent your pregnancy.
Hi Mona,
Having the sex on the last day of your period can not make you to become pregnant. If you really don’t want to become pregnant, then you need to take necessary precautions to prevent that. You can take the help of contraceptive pills. It is better to consult your doctor to know the different ways to prevent pregnancy.
Hi Emmah,
If you don’t want to continue the pregnancy, then you can abortion pills. Mifepristone and Misoprostol are well known abortion pills. But, before going to take the pills, consult your doctor to know about the dosage and which pill really works for you.
I took unwanted 72 but my mc starts after taking 1 pill,should i take another tablet
hi
i had sex with my hubby 1 week back
but i was shocked when i found the condom broken
then i took unwanted-72 pill(1.5mg)contraceptive tablet after one hour of the intercourse
the tablet i took consisted 1.5mg of levonorgestrel
so i didnt take again after 12 hr
i used have periods 1 week before my date that is last time i had on 30th.So when can i expect my periods
i am bit worried i dont want to become pregnant
if i miss periods wat should i do?
Hi ritu
Usually, you need to take the second pill 12 hours after taking the first pill. Your period is already started, so it is better to consult your doctor whether to take the second one or not.
Hi,
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on 22nd & 23rd of May. As per my calculations, my cycle is on 10th of every month. On 24th Morning I had taken Unwanted 72 But two days before and till date sometime comes out like a period, I am have a backache which i normally do before my periods, but nothing more than that. Also, i am worried. Please let me know why?
is it true that periods can occur even though a female is pregnant?
Hi,
I had sex with my girlfriend before 14 hours and observed broken condom after intercource, she also had taken unwanted-72 before 1 hour. She also had abortions last year,
What are the chances of pregnancy, if the results are still positive, what action should be taken.
I am worried, please help me?
Abhijeet
Im 26 yrs married before 10 months i had a cyst in ovary measuring 3 x 2 cm doctor advised me to get regular period for 3 months its over now doctor started with ovaluating pills from the 3rd day. my period was over in 3 rd itself 4th day night i had sex with my husband will i be able to get preganent do i have the chances
my friend sex with his wife ,she used pill after 2 hr second time sex participated ,she was taken second pill with in 12 hr ,her mc not regular but some times white discharge in red colour ,her is health in good condition.there is any problem with mc and she got backpain after used the pill
Hey,
I had unprotected sex the day before my period was suppose to come. I took Plan B about 7 hours after. It is about 3 days later and I still haven’t received my period. Should I be worried or is there a chance that the Plan B delayed my period?
i had unsafe intercourse with my girl friend on 14th and again on 20th and her menstrual cycle date was 19th of july in same day on 20th i gave milk with termaricpowder her m.c. didnt come yet on 24th of july so please recommend a medicine .
hey, i had unprotected sex and 38 hours later i had my morning pill. could i be pregnant
my question is that i had taken the unwanted 32 pill 2 months before now after that my weight is increasing so ,is this the side effect of the unwanted 32 pill,now what should i do to prevent the weight gain.what medicine i should prefer for the weight gain.please help!
i had a sex wid my bf 5 days back. now m worried dat i might get pregnent. wat can i do and which pill should i use now. PLEASE HELP
what are the contraceptives available except condoms birth control pills and morning after pills?