Plan B typically reduces the risk of pregnancy by 75% to 80%. It is most effective when taken within 24 hours after unprotected intercourse. Research has shown that it can be taken up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex, but is less effective.
Plan B is not a long term method of birth control. Frequent use of Plan B may actually increase the risk of pregnancy over time. When used correctly & consistently, condoms are an effective and cost efficient way to prevent pregnancy. Your partner may want to consider beginning a birth control method like birth control pills, patch, vaginal ring or DepoProvera injection.
27. February 2012
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