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A member asked:

Had unprotected sex last night (friday), on birth control pills, haven't missed one. he pulled out should i take plan b?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

If you are concerned: Yes, better safe than sorry.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/31/2014

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If you are on BCP's: And have not missed any you are protected. Bcp's are 95% effective. Condoms add more .And also help to prevent the transmission of std's . You should not need plan b.

Answered 3/30/2014

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