If the first plan b pill is taken within 70 hours of unprotected sex-is it still effective?

Answer 1

It can be. The sooner you take the medication the better though.

According to the web site:
"Plan B® should be taken within 3 days (72 hours) of unprotected sex and can reduce the risk of pregnancy by up to 89%. But the sooner you take it the more effective it will be."
http://www.go2planb.com/ForConsumers/Index.aspx

Answer 2

Yes. The first tablet must be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex to be effective. Twelve hours after taking the first tablet, you take the second.

Plan B contains levonorgestrel, which is a synthetic hormone (progestin) commonly used in birth control pills. It is for emergency use and should not be used in place of regular contraception since it is not as effective as a regular contraceptive such as the pill or condoms. Best of luck.

Risks & Side Effects: Mesntrual bleeding sometimes heavier and sometimes lighter than usual after women take Plan B. After taking Plan B, 87% of women get their next period within one week of when it is expected. Most common side effects include nausea (23%), abdominal pain (18%), tiredness (17%), and headache (17%). Dizziness and breast tenderness occur in about 10% of patients, and 5-6% of patients experience either vomiting or diarrhea.

Answer 3

plan b is effective up to 72 hours after unprotected sex. it works best if taken within the first 24 hours, but still works up to 72 hours after.

Answer 4

You have 72 hours after unprotected sex to take the first pill. So, yes, it is still effective.

Answer 5

Yes, you have 72 hours to take it. Although the sooner the better.

Answer 6

From what i understand, 72 hours is the max. So it's close, but should still work.

Answer 7

yes but it is not as effective as takin it sooner so u could still get pregnant, but it does decrease the likelihood

Answer 8

pretty sure it isnt....but thats why its the morning after pill....not the 3 day later pill

Answer 9

yes it sould be