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How Frequently Can I Pill Be Used?

How frequently can I take i-pill. In my first 4 months of marriage.. our contraceptive failed atleast thrice and I took i-pill for three consequtive stuff. Is it ok or should I switch to ocps. Also, my understanding is i-pill once a month destroys the egg.. so a second unprotected sex in the same month shouldnt do any harm. Am i right?
Tue, 2 Jul 2024
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Hi,

I-pill is an emergency contraception pill and you can safely take it more than once in one month, with no long term consequences. This medication does not destroy the egg but it only delays ovulation (release of the egg) by about 5-9 days. Regarding switching to OCPs; you can switch to OCPs which is a more reliable form of contraception than i-pills. However, it is important to have OCPs prescribed by your doctor after an eligibility assessment.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Wisdom Chuma, General & Family Physician
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How Frequently Can I Pill Be Used?

Hi, I-pill is an emergency contraception pill and you can safely take it more than once in one month, with no long term consequences. This medication does not destroy the egg but it only delays ovulation (release of the egg) by about 5-9 days. Regarding switching to OCPs; you can switch to OCPs which is a more reliable form of contraception than i-pills. However, it is important to have OCPs prescribed by your doctor after an eligibility assessment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Wisdom Chuma, General & Family Physician