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Can Unwanted-72 Prevent Pregnancy?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Dec 2015
Question: I had sex with my boyfriend at 12 am today. later we found that the condom had broken. I took unwanted 72 at around 6 in the morning. I had my last periods on 22nd feb. I have a cycle of 29-30 days.

How effective will the pill be?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (6 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Pill will be effective

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I read your query and I understand your concerns about effectiveness of pill.

Following is my reply:

1) You have taken the unwanted 72 pill at right time ( well within 72 hours).

2) It is going to be effective in preventing pregnancy if at all it happens.

3) Pill is going to be fully effective. Dont worry about pregnancy.

I hope I answered your query. I will be available for any follow up query you have.

Regards,
D. Soumya.S.
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Can Unwanted-72 Prevent Pregnancy?

Brief Answer: Pill will be effective Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. I read your query and I understand your concerns about effectiveness of pill. Following is my reply: 1) You have taken the unwanted 72 pill at right time ( well within 72 hours). 2) It is going to be effective in preventing pregnancy if at all it happens. 3) Pill is going to be fully effective. Dont worry about pregnancy. I hope I answered your query. I will be available for any follow up query you have. Regards, D. Soumya.S.