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How effective is plan b pill if you had unprotected sex during ovulation?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Plan B decreases the risk of pregnancy by about 70% when used within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. Pregnancy is still possible. If you had unprotected sex again then you need to use Plan B again. Please consider starting a more reliable form of long term birth control. IUDs and Nexplanon are the easiest, most effective option with the least side effects.

Answered 7/27/2016

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