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Will next choice still be effective if i accidentally swallowed my chewing gum and took the pill? i had unprotected sex and bought next choice after a couple of hours. i forgot to throw out my chewing gum prior taking the pill and swallow it as well as th
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I : I don't think swallowing gum or having protected sex shortly after taking Next Choice will effect how well the pill works. It's good that you took it shortly after you had unprotected sex - the sooner you take it, the more effective it is.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Don't fret: The chewing gum will be digested and not affect the medication!
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