Emergency contraception.
Emergency contraception is NOT a regular method of birth control. Emergency contraception can be used after unprotected sexual intercourse, or if the birth control method failed (such as if a condom broke).
1. Copper IUD—Women can have the copper-T IUD inserted within five days of unprotected sex.
2. Emergency contraceptive pills—Women can take emergency contraceptive pills up to 3 to 5 days after unprotected sex. The sooner the pills are taken, the better they will work. They can be availed in the pharmacy or general stores in the name of Ezy pill, i-pill, post pill, unwanted 72, plan-B, morning after, etc. Frequent use of emergency pills to be avoided as they can hamper the menstrual cycles and can cause hormonal imbalance.
If there is a frequent need for emergency pills, then one needs to shift to other contraceptive methods like oral contraceptive pills (OCP), intrauterine devices (IUCD) like copper T or injectable contraceptive.
What will happen if a male takes an oral contraceptive pill or emergency pill?
Mostly, nothing much will happen to a male but it is advised for not to do so. Why would you take one in the first place
We had unprotected sexual intercourse, fuck...what to do now?
If the sexual intercourse was done in the last 72 hours then a female can take an emergency contraceptive pill Or she might go for intrauterine copper T (which is effective within 5days of unprotected sex). If it is more than 72 hours (3days) of unprotected sexual intercourse, then you can wait for the female's next period (As every sexual intercourse may not lead to pregnancy). If her next period is missed then she may undergo a pregnancy test and an abortion through pills by contacting a qualified doctor. Therefore, it is always advised to use a protection.
Can emergency pill be taken before sex?
Dont resort to that. You'll be disappointed.
Feb 10, 2021