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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Taking I-pill After 72 Hours Post Unprotected Sex?
Question: Hy, my wife took an Emergency contraceptivr pill 72 hours after unprtrcted intercourse, what are the odds of her conceiving
Brief Answer:
Not effective after 72 hours
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
I pill is effective only if taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
If taken after 72 hours of unprotected intercourse, its efficacy in preventing pregnancy is not good.
So, the chances of pregnancy are there if pill is taken after the said time.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Not effective after 72 hours
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
I pill is effective only if taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
If taken after 72 hours of unprotected intercourse, its efficacy in preventing pregnancy is not good.
So, the chances of pregnancy are there if pill is taken after the said time.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Answered by
Dr. Deepti Verma
OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Practicing since :2009
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