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Should Additional Contraceptive Be Taken When On Birth Control Pills?

Posted on Sat, 5 Jul 2014

Question: I have been taking Junel fe for years. I started my period early this month...last Wednesday. On Tuesday night, I had unprotected sex... Should I get Plan B if I have been taking my pills regular or am I fine?

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
NO NEED TO TAKE PLAN B.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for writing to us with your health concern.
If you have been taking your pills regularly, there is no need for any additional protection.
There is no need for taking plan B at all.
All the best
Please feel free to discuss further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (21 minutes later)

The reason I was nervous is that I had a clear mucus that was stringy and read online that can mean ovulation and one is very fertile...I guess the BC would already counter that so I am still good and should run to buy Plan B?

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
AS BELOW

Detailed Answer:
It would be pointless to take Plan B, as it would offer no protection over and above the BC.
Yes, the BC would keep you protected, as you have been regular.
Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (4 minutes later)

Thanks for your guidance.

Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
AS BELOW

Detailed Answer:
You are always welcome, XXXXXXX
Please feel free to contact me directly anytime using the following link -
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-aarti-abraham/64623
WIsh you good health always.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D