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I took positionor 2 pills two hours before having unprotected sex. can i trust them or should i take another pill.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

72 hour window: You used them within 72 hours of intercourse. Consider starting birth control or using condoms to avoid the need for emergency contraception

Answered 11/4/2017

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