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I'm using lutera as plan b i'm taking 2 pills twelve hours apart three times and it's been three days after sex should this work?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Its much easier to just go buy Plan B over the counter. If you are determined to use Lutera then the dose in 5 pills now and 5 12 hours later. Be prepared to be very nauseated. Plan B is much easier and works better.

Answered 1/17/2015

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