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A member asked:

If i ovulate today, would the ella (ulipristal acetate) pill work if i had unprotected sex 3, 4 and 5 days ag?

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Yes : It is effective up to 5 days after unprotected sex.

Answered 6/21/2014

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If I just had my first depo provera shot today but had unprotected sex two nights ago, can I still take Ella (ulipristal acetate) as a procautiion?

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I took Ella (ulipristal acetate) on Day 11 of my cycle. I usually ovulate on Day 14 or 15. I am scared that Ella (ulipristal acetate) won't work because its a new product. Can I take Plan B?

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Condon slipped off 1 day before ovulation, took Ella (ulipristal acetate) 36 hours after the incident. 1 day after Ella (ulipristal acetate) I have a milky white discharge. Will Ella (ulipristal acetate) work?

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I had unprotected sex during ovulation. The next morning, i took ella (ulipristal acetate). That afternoon, i had paragard inserted. What are my chances of pregnancy?

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I took ella (ulipristal acetate) on the 5th day after unprotected sex(Wednesday) & I was on my period. Then I Had unprotected sex Thursday, Can I take plan b?

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