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Plan b 3 days after having sex, will it still work?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

72 hours: It should be taken within 72 hours of the sexual activity. It is more effective when used within 24 hours of sex.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/2/2013

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