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Does the plan b pill make your future period late? i got my period a week after taking the pill but now my period is 5 days late. pregnant? or normal?

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Dr. Charles Whiting answered

Plan B: Plan B is 88% effective but can make your period late. After 5 days, I wouldn't assume this is the cause. You can get a home pregnancy test at the drugstore without a prescription. Its the fastest way to find out for sure if you are (or are not) pregnant. Best wishes!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 3/12/2018

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A member asked:

Does the plan b pill make your future period late? i got my period a week after taking the pill but now my period is 5 days late. pregnant? or normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Whiting answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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