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What happens if i take plan b pill 5 days after sex, will it still work?

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Yes will reduce risk: Emergency contraception pills will reduce your risk of pregnancy if taken within 5 days of unprotected sex. But they work better the sooner you take.

Dr Trivedi and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/25/2014

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