Question 1

what is plan b one step?

Accepted Answer

Plan B: is like an alternative to 'Plan A". In other words if you are using one form of birth control but it fails, you can then use Plan B as part of a back up plan. It is an emergency contraceptive.

Question 2

how effective is plan b one-step?

Accepted Answer

Plan B: Plan b one-step can reduce your risk of pregnancy by up to 95% is used within 24 hours of sex. Taking it within 72 hours after unprotected sex reduces the risk of pregnancy by 89 percent.

Question 3

how often should i take plan b one step?

Accepted Answer

Use if only for : Episodes of failed primary form of contraception or unprotected sex. Don't practice unprotected sex if not desiring to become pregnant. Don"t use Plan B as a regular form of contraception.

Question 4

can you tell me how affective is plan b one-step?

Accepted Answer

Plan B: Plan B One-Step is up to 89 % effective when taken within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. It can reduce chance of pregnancy by up to 95% if used within 24 hours. It continues to reduce the risk of pregnancy up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex, but is less effective as time passes.

Question 5

how common is it to have pain after taking plan b one step?

Accepted Answer

Can occur: Notify dr if you develop significant lower abdominal pain. Potential se’s w emergency contraception: tender breasts; changes in menstrual flow (spotting, bleeding, early or late period or spotting instead of period); loose stools; dizziness; headache; nausea/ vomiting; abdominal discomfort or feeling tired. If you develop chest tightness, difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, mouth, throat – 911.

Question 6

could symptoms of plan b one step pill last more than a month?

Accepted Answer

Plan B One Step: Symptoms? Plan B One Step and other medications don't have symptoms per se. Side effects, perhaps, but not symptoms. Regardless of semantics, what are you feeling that's causing your concern? Check out http://www.drugs.com/sfx/plan-b-one-step-side-effects.html for info regarding side effects of this medication. By the way, when taken as directed within appropriate time frame, Plan B is very effect

Question 7

is a plan b one step pill that expired 7 months ago still effective?

Accepted Answer

Plan B: Plan B is intended to be used during a very short time frame. Get a Plan B that has not expired to be safe.

Question 8

is plan b one step still effective if taken 1 day after the 3 day margin?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Effectiveness is less once the recommended window is over.

Question 9

is plan b one step still effective after the expiration date on the package, and how long after the date is it not effective?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Most medicines are fine up to 6 months after expiration date. However, this is an important medication and you shouldn't take chances. Try to use things within their allotted  time.

Question 10

i took a plan b one step pill that had expired 7 months ago. should i go and get another pill? is the one i took still effective?

Accepted Answer

Plan B  expired: If the expiration date is on the package, that is a "sell by " date for the pharmacy, Your pill should be good for a year after the date. Check with the pharmacist. If there is any question...take another.

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