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If i had sex a day before my period and missed it by 2 days, but took emergency contraception 70hrs later after sex, will it still be effective?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
It should be: Morning after pill works best if taken in the first 72 hours. Also women are usually not very fertile just before the period. You might want to use an effective form of birth control so you don't need the morning after pill. Be aware that the morning after pill will delay your period.
Answered 8/11/2013
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Maybe: Ella (ulipristal acetate) works up to 5 days after sex . Other options best asap but up to 3 days. They work by preventing ovulation, and are not perfect. Regular ongoing birth control works better. Pills, patches, ring are options, but require regular use. Consider long acting options of iud and implant. They're the most effective and easy!
Answered 1/5/2015
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