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Can you take the plan b step one 3 days after sex?

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Yes: Plan b one step can be taken 3 days (72 hours) after sex. Some studies have shown that it can be taken up to 120 hours after intercourse but its effectiveness is reduced.

Answered 6/30/2014

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