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Do plan b still works when u ovulating ?
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Yes: Plan B, emergency contraception to be taken within 72 hours of sex, works when you are ovulating, which is the whole idea.
Answered 4/25/2020
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Until ovulation: Plan B works by delaying ovulation. Once you ovulate, its no longer effective. It doesn't cause an abortion. Best wishes!
Answered 9/8/2017
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Plan B One STep: can be used at anytime during a woman's menstrual cycle.
Answered 11/27/2017
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