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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Taking Unwanted-72 After Intercourse?

I had sex on fifth date after my period and immediately I took unwanted 72 after a week I had bleeding for three continuous days , but now I dates are missed .. When can I expect my periods? Or should I have to consult a doctor directly ? Please help ?
Fri, 11 Dec 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HealthCareMagic.
I understand your concern.
Unwanted 72 is an emergency contraceptive pill which needs to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
The pill would prevent pregnancy by causing withdrawal bleeding in the form of periods within 3 weeks from the day of intake of the pill.
Hence, your next periods might be delayed or happen early by few days.
In case you don not get your periods for more than a week, it would be better to seek medical attention.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Taking Unwanted-72 After Intercourse?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HealthCareMagic. I understand your concern. Unwanted 72 is an emergency contraceptive pill which needs to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. The pill would prevent pregnancy by causing withdrawal bleeding in the form of periods within 3 weeks from the day of intake of the pill. Hence, your next periods might be delayed or happen early by few days. In case you don not get your periods for more than a week, it would be better to seek medical attention. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.