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A member asked:
If i had unprotected sex less than 72 hours ago, does the plan b pill still work and how effective would it be?
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Should work: If you take the entire Plan B within 72 hrs, you should get a period at the normal time, if u don't then see your gyn for a blood preg tets.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Plan B: Plan B One-Step can reduce your risk of pregnancy by up to 95% if used within 24 hours of sex. If taken within 72 hours it can reduce risk of pregnancy by up to 89%.
Answered 10/22/2018
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