What is Plan B/The Morning-After Pill?
Many people call it Plan B, and others call it “the morning-after pill.” This over-the-counter drug is used to prevent an undesired pregnancy. It’s directed to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. It’s important to note that Plan B does not terminate a pregnancy but prevents the body from beginning to develop pregnancy.
How Does Plan B Work?
You should know how Plan B works before moving forward with your decision. Plan B works to prevent a pregnancy from developing after unprotected sex by…
- Stopping the body from ovulating so an egg is not released
- If an egg is released, the medication blocks it from being fertilized
- If an egg is fertilized, the medication will prevent the fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus
Plan B is most effective when taken as soon as possible. It’s most effective when taken 24 hours after unprotected sex, with a 95% success rate. But if it’s taken between 48-72 hours after unprotected sex, it’s only 61% effective. You may end up getting pregnant.
If you’re not sure if Plan B worked, confirm your pregnancy at our center today with a free and confidential pregnancy testing and ultrasound appointment. We are here to help you get the clarity you need to move forward.
What are the side effects?
Plan B is not just as easy as taking a pill and calling it done. There are side effects to taking Plan B, including pain in the abdomen, heavy bleeding, nausea, dizziness, exhaustion, and headaches.
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