How Well Does Plan B Work- 246 Questions Answered

So I've recently taken a Plan B pill and it says that I'll know if it worked if I get my period after however I only have my period ever 3-4 months so that's not exactly helpful. How will I know?

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Dr. Tejal Poddar Obstetrician | Mumbai

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U shd gt ur period in a week .if u dont gt a upt done and do a sonograpghy to rule out pregnancy ... Read More

I'm reading the box right now it says "it may also prevent fertilization from a released egg (joining of sperm and egg or attachment of a fertilized egg to the uterus and I think it means it works the same during ovulation because the egg is released and becomes fertilized and right here it says it prevent fertilization from a released egg, or atta

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Dr. Manju Kumari Obstetrician | Hyderabad

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It is not like that.Sometimes it fails at the time of ovulation.Wait for next cycle and do pregnancy test by blood (Bhcg) on 25 th day of period and confirm.Near ovulation even sometimes emergency con ... Read More

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Hello my period ended about a week ago and my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex, the condom broke but i took plan b 15-20 minutes after the unprotected sex. am i safe? please help

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Dr. Rakhi Kumari General Physician | Delhi

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Yes ,according to me it should work. Thnks ... Read More

Condom broke but I am on birth control. Should I take plan b / is it necessary?

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Dr. Reena Kawatra General Physician | Gurgaon

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No it is not required if u have been taking OCPs regularly without missing a single day atleast for last two cycles . ... Read More

Hi, i had sex on April 28 at 11pm and i think the condom broke because I heard a pop sound so i took Plan B the next day on April 29 at 10pm. I ended my last period on April 27th and my flow chart says I start ovulating 7 days from when i took the EC pill. Will Plan B still work 7 days before ovulating? Also i have minor side effects from the pill

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Dr. Venkat Raghav General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello...... Emergency contraceptives pills make endometrium unhealthy for implantation and it's will not stop ovulation .. Implantation occurs 6 days after ovulation.. Pill don't work after implanta ... Read More

How long before you should notice a regular period again after taking plan b? Is it a month after taking it or 2? By your 3rd cycle of bleeding or what?

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Dr. Manju Kumari Obstetrician | Hyderabad

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After any tablet either abortion pill or any hormones tablet causes hormones imbalance usually it takes minimum 3months for correction so you should wait atleast for 3 months. ... Read More

I took a plan B on 12th Feb , then again took it on 15th Feb but after that I had some alcohol. Do i have to take it again for it to work? Will there be any complications from these pills?

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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I took a plan B pack that was VERY expired. Re-thinking I figured I should get a new one from the pharmacy. Can it be problematic to take two plan Bs back to back?

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Dr. Vandana Mishra Gynecologist | Patna

Very expired meaning? But you can take another course. ... Read More

Can you get a meningitis b vaccine after taking Plan B. Will your body be able to handle that

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Dr. Varun Mathur Internal Medicine | Jaipur

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Hello dear ... I would like to know little more info or history of your problems.. It would be great if we can continue our conversation on my private window as here I am restricted to give you few li ... Read More

Can I take melatonin tonight if I have taken the plan B pill the day before ?

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Hi everyone, I have ABPA (Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis) and I'm looking for treatment options. I recently came to know that conventional Amphotericin B (deoxycholate) can be used through a nebulizer to help treat fungal infections in the lungs. I was told that: The medicine costs around ₹200 per vial A nebulizer machine costs aroun

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Dr. Vivek Gautam Pulmonologist | Greater Noida

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skip amp B..share your reports...have you been put on steroids yet or not? ... Read More

I was on 7 day of my periods and still bleeding a little and we had sex and he did cum inside me. Shall I take a Plan B asap or is it fine and it won't be a risk??

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Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

Are u talking about pregnancy?? If yes then nothing to worry... Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts ... Read More

I had unprotected sex w my boyfriend around 10 days ago post which I had a plan b immediately. I'm spotting and cramping since 3 days- which is exactly a week after I took the pill. Could it be because of the pill or is this implantation bleeding. How can I induce my periods sooner.

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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Is there is any chances of getting pregnant with pre cum but after that I took plan B pill within 12 hours ??

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Dr. Arun Kumar Ayurveda | Mumbai

Chances are very less ... Read More

He have just precum but within 12 hours I have plan B pill is there is any chances of getting pregnant?

Asked for Female, 17 Years 369 Views v

Dr. Mohd Abrar Sexologist | Srinagar

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No there is not ... Read More

I ingested the plan b after unprotected intercourse and 12 hours later I had unprotected intercourse again. Would the ipill I had be effective or shall I have to take an additional ipill?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 523 Views v

Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

Ipill has a high failure rate U can be pregnant despite One ... Read More

How long it will take to get normal periods cycle pattern after taking plan b? Like 1 month or 2 month when the periods returns to normal cycle and mid cycle spotting stop. Thank you

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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I took plan b on 9th of December after condom broke inside and got my period on 14th of December that lasts for 4 days and since 1st january I am experiencing brown spotting . Usually my cycle pattern is 26 days. Does plan b messed up with my periods? How long it will take to get my cycle pattern normal? Thanks

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Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Lucknow

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Any hormones taken to avoid pregnancy or procure an early abortion can mess up with your periods. Please wait for the next period. If that also is unsatisfactory then you should consult a Gynaecologis ... Read More

I took plan b on 9th of December after condom broke inside and got my period on 14th of December that lasts for 4 days and on 1jan am experiencing brown spotting.Usually my cycle is 25 days. Does plan b messed up with my periods? And how long it will take to get my cycle pattern normal? Thanks

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Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Lucknow

Any hormones treatment for emergency contraception or to procure an early abortion will mess up with your periods. ... Read More

My period end 4th june.after that I started unwanted 21 on 14 june..can I do unprotected relationship???can it work??

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Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

Should hv been taken from day one of the periods Cannot be taken randomly May not help ... Read More

Doctor my last LMP was 23rd april and I do unprotected on 12 may.its my 19th day of my cycle.my 30 days regular cycle.if I ovulated that day and taking unwanted72 same day.can it work.

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Dr. V.Suguna Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Hyderabad

Not sure ... Read More

Doctor my last LMP was 23rd April and my period 30 days cycle.I do unprotected intercourse on 12may.if I ovulated that day can unwanted72 work??

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Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Lucknow

Today is 15 May. If you had intercourse on 12 May then it is already too late for Unwanted 72 to work. ... Read More

If i have already ovulated and i have 28 days cycle, i took plan B on my 26th day of cycle right before period will it cause any effects on my period? Will my period flow be heavier and last longer?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 658 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Anand Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Lucknow

Yes it will cause some effects. Periods might be delayed/earlier/lighter/brownish. ... Read More

My partner took plan b at 19th jan after we had non penetrative sex. I did not ejaculate and it was mostly foreplay. She wanted to take the plan B anyways, as she usually has irregular periods, and wanted plan B as to give her a peace of mind. 24th jan she did a pregnancy test which came out negative. 29th jan she had her period, which is due at th

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Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

Go fr a Pregnancy test ... Read More

I took the plan B 10 days ago I bleed only when I masturbate there Is light spotting no cramps and periods are suppose to start between 1 march to 7 march what's that suppose to mean

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I go to gym everyday and do intense work out of 1.5 to 2 hours weekly 6 days. Should i take suppliments like protein powder or should i aquire cal through diet or natural way?

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Ms. Neha Suryawanshi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

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Please ask me directly for details ... Read More

My elder brother is diagnosed with Hepatitis B. What diet plan should he follow? Can he eat meats? Thanks

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Ms. Shamika Desai Dietitian/Nutritionist | Thane

Include more carbohydrates reduce on fat intake. Avoid raw and outside food. Consult me on practo online consultation for a personalized diet plan ... Read More

Is taking whey protien necessary if i go to gym or can i substitute it with some normal food in my diet? It has just been 10 days should i wait a few months before taking whey. Is whey protien safe??

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Mr. Indranil Biswas Dietitian/Nutritionist | Kolkata

You can consult me directly on Practo or via Google/Maps search, which is much more convenient. Get yourself a properly designed diet for your goals. Book an appointment for consultation. ... Read More

I used to always play sports and swim. But 4 years back i saw a heart attack death in my relative and few months back i saw a 30 year old athelete have cardiac arrest. Now i can't do anything freely. I feel i should not at all work my heart too much. I regularly check my pulse. At this age i went and did a echo and ecg the doctor said i have a" fi

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Dr. Nagaraj Desai Cardiologist | Bangalore

No reason to believe you may be harboring a heart disease. It may be called a phobic neurosis. Importantly you should do all you like after a thorough and satisfactory consultation as necessary . Best ... Read More

I m patient of heatitas b before 5 years nd now my marrige is come can we plan baby easily plsss give me answer earlier

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Dr. Sana Mehreen General Practitioner | Aurangabad

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So I've recently taken a Plan B pill and it says that I'll know if it worked if I get my period after however I only have my period ever 3-4 months so that's not exactly helpful. How will I know?

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Hello my period ended about a week ago and my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex, the condom broke but i took plan b 15-20 minutes after the unprotected sex. am i safe? please help

Condom broke but I am on birth control. Should I take plan b / is it necessary?

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I took a plan B on 12th Feb , then again took it on 15th Feb but after that I had some alcohol. Do i have to take it again for it to work? Will there be any complications from these pills?

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I had unprotected sex w my boyfriend around 10 days ago post which I had a plan b immediately. I'm spotting and cramping since 3 days- which is exactly a week after I took the pill. Could it be because of the pill or is this implantation bleeding. How can I induce my periods sooner.

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He have just precum but within 12 hours I have plan B pill is there is any chances of getting pregnant?

I ingested the plan b after unprotected intercourse and 12 hours later I had unprotected intercourse again. Would the ipill I had be effective or shall I have to take an additional ipill?

How long it will take to get normal periods cycle pattern after taking plan b? Like 1 month or 2 month when the periods returns to normal cycle and mid cycle spotting stop. Thank you

I took plan b on 9th of December after condom broke inside and got my period on 14th of December that lasts for 4 days and on 1jan am experiencing brown spotting.Usually my cycle is 25 days. Does plan b messed up with my periods? And how long it will take to get my cycle pattern normal? Thanks

My period end 4th june.after that I started unwanted 21 on 14 june..can I do unprotected relationship???can it work??

Doctor my last LMP was 23rd april and I do unprotected on 12 may.its my 19th day of my cycle.my 30 days regular cycle.if I ovulated that day and taking unwanted72 same day.can it work.

Doctor my last LMP was 23rd April and my period 30 days cycle.I do unprotected intercourse on 12may.if I ovulated that day can unwanted72 work??

If i have already ovulated and i have 28 days cycle, i took plan B on my 26th day of cycle right before period will it cause any effects on my period? Will my period flow be heavier and last longer?

I took the plan B 10 days ago I bleed only when I masturbate there Is light spotting no cramps and periods are suppose to start between 1 march to 7 march what's that suppose to mean

I go to gym everyday and do intense work out of 1.5 to 2 hours weekly 6 days. Should i take suppliments like protein powder or should i aquire cal through diet or natural way?

My elder brother is diagnosed with Hepatitis B. What diet plan should he follow? Can he eat meats? Thanks

Is taking whey protien necessary if i go to gym or can i substitute it with some normal food in my diet? It has just been 10 days should i wait a few months before taking whey. Is whey protien safe??

I m patient of heatitas b before 5 years nd now my marrige is come can we plan baby easily plsss give me answer earlier

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