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How Long Does Plan B Pill Protect Against Pregnancy?

Hi, My boyfriend and I's condom broke about 3 or 4 days ago now and I took the plan b pill 24 hours after it broke, then the next day I stupidly had unprotected sex. I was wondering if you think it is necessary that I take another plan b pill or if the pill was still working at that time of the unprotected sex. So i guess my question is, would I have to take another plan b pill or do you think im okay since I took one just the day before?
Wed, 27 Jan 2016
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Hello,
I have gone through the query and understood your concern. The emergency contraceptive pill is useful mostly for a single sexual act. However, the drug is found in the circulation for about five days and hence, can be sufficient to protect another sexual act within 24 hours after the pill intake. Moreover, you are naturally protected if the intercourse has happened during your safe or non-ovulatory period. Since the pill contains high dose of hormone, you can expect some hormone disturbance and a delayed natural period. If you become overdue by ten days please get help from an expert. Take care.
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How Long Does Plan B Pill Protect Against Pregnancy?

Hello, I have gone through the query and understood your concern. The emergency contraceptive pill is useful mostly for a single sexual act. However, the drug is found in the circulation for about five days and hence, can be sufficient to protect another sexual act within 24 hours after the pill intake. Moreover, you are naturally protected if the intercourse has happened during your safe or non-ovulatory period. Since the pill contains high dose of hormone, you can expect some hormone disturbance and a delayed natural period. If you become overdue by ten days please get help from an expert. Take care.