if so, how many approximately? thanx
2007-02-07 01:41:40 · 13 answers · asked by LadyPandora 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/birth-control-pregnancy/emergency-contraception/procedure-4366.htm
This gives the appropriate dosages for using different brand name pills as emergency contreception.
2007-02-07 02:40:15 · answer #1 · answered by Kahuna Burger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use regular birth control pills to replace ECPs, this is what happened when they were illegal. However you need to know: almost all birth control pills are combination pills containing estrogen and progestin. This will not only make you sicker than the progesterone only Plan B it may be less effective.
I can not tell you the dosage as I do not know the dosage of your pills which are all different. However, if you really need to know the information is here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_contraception#ECPs
However I strongly advice you to call Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-PLAN They will tell you what services are available in your area and may be able to give you pills without parental consent and possibly for free. Please give them a call.
I also want you to know that there is a more effective form of emergency contraception that gives you a longer time frame. An IUD can be inserted up to 5 days after unprotected sex and is 99% effective (whereas the pill is around 85% effective depending on when you take it). The IUD can either be left in as birth control or removed at the next menstruation. IUDs are also available at Planned Parenthood, and are cheaper in the long run than the birth control pill.
2007-02-07 09:55:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the idea of the contraceptive pill is that you take it so you don't need the morning after pill!
Go to the Dr/pharmacy and get the morning after pill if you need it.
2007-02-07 09:50:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No - every birth control pill is different and there's no way to know what exactly is in yours. You need the "Plan B" morning after pill - call your regular OB/Gyn and have them call you a prescription to a pharmacy.
2007-02-07 09:46:08 · answer #4 · answered by Rebecca G 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no it can't and taking too many at once will give you an overdose. the morning after pill is made a special way so not to totally screw you up. try to relax. i know they say it only takes one time but really people try for months and dont' get pregnant. so relax. good luck.
2007-02-07 09:45:13 · answer #5 · answered by littleluvkitty 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no they cant replace the morning after pill and you cant take a bunch of pills either they can make you overdose which isnt any good for you either
2007-02-07 10:03:15 · answer #6 · answered by harold g 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No. Don't mess with this you can screw up your body. Go to the doctor and get the morning after pill if you need it.
2007-02-07 09:45:51 · answer #7 · answered by mom of twins 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to discuss this with your doctor. Also remember that any pill should be taken according to the prescription.
2007-02-07 09:46:07 · answer #8 · answered by Juanita V J 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have never heard of such a thing....
2007-02-07 09:48:40 · answer #9 · answered by Melissa M 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no I would definitely not try that
2007-02-07 09:46:10 · answer #10 · answered by lisamarie7901 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋