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Had unprotected sex during ovulation but had emergency contraceptive pill within 12 hrs will it help to avoid unwanted pregnancy
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The effects of emergency contraceptive pills is variable so while it may not be totally effective but the best option right now. Until you get withdrawal bleed you can't be sure.
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Emergency contraceptive pill efficacy rate is 90%. So there might be 10% chance that you might get pregnant.
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Be cautious till the next period comes and consult local gynaecologist immediately if u don’t get your periods.
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Dr. Nirav Jetani
Gynecologist
11 yrs exp
Vadodara
It will delay the ovulation but it cannot prevent already formed pregnancy.
Overall effectivity is up to 70%
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
May not
Prevention is always before the act
Emergency contraceptive pills have a high failure rate
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
Connect
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
Pill has. high failure rate so do pregnancy test if you miss your period date
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