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2017-10-15 19:31:19
I had my periods from 5th October to 9th October. I had an unprotected intercourse on 12th and took the unwanted 72 pill on 16th October. Will the pill be effective ??
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No the pill will not be effective as it needs to be taken within 72 hrs of unprotected sex ,however now u just need to wait until Ur period date and do a pregnancy test in case ur periods get delayed,for any further information or assistance you may get back to us.

Answered2017-10-16 11:06:14

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