I just took a plan b yesterday and a condom broke on me today is it safe to take another plan b
Yes, it’s safe. Plan B (AKA the morning-after pill, a type of emergency contraception) can help prevent pregnancy when you take it after having unprotected sex. But, it won’t prevent pregnancy for any sex you have after taking it. So if you use the morning-after pill and then have unprotected sex, you’ll need to take it again.
If you’re having vaginal sex and you don’t want to get pregnant, use an ongoing form of birth control like the pill, patch, ring, shot, implant, or IUD. Using both a condom and another method of birth control gives you extra protection from pregnancy and also protects you and your partner from STIs.
Can a trans man on testosterone take Plan B after unprotected sex?
Yes. A trans person can take testosterone (T) or HRT with emergency contraception. It’s best to take emergency contraception within 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex for it to work best.
It’s important to know that Plan B doesn’t work as well if you weigh 155 pounds or more. And ella doesn’t work as well if you weigh 195 pounds or more. You can get a copper IUD as a form of emergency contraception. It’s the most effective type of emergency contraception if inserted within 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex, and it will continue to give you pregnancy protection for up to 12 years.
Taking testosterone won’t stop you from getting pregnant, so use a form of birth control if you want to prevent pregnancy. And taking emergency contraception while on T and other hormonal birth control can affect your hormone levels, so speak with your nurse or doctor about your best birth control options.
Is it normal to get my period early after taking plan b?
Yes. It’s totally normal for your next period to be different from what you’re used to after taking emergency contraception, like Plan B. It may come earlier or later, and be heavier, lighter, or more spotty than usual. Your period may also be the same as it normally is. You might experience other side effects, like an upset stomach, feeling lightheaded or dizzy, or tender breasts for a short while when you take the morning-after pill.
Can anyone purchase plan B at your facility? And how much are they?
Yes. You can get certain types of emergency contraception at your local Planned Parenthood health center. However, you don’t need a prescription to get Plan B and other types of levonorgestrel morning-after pills — you can get them over the counter at drugstores, no matter your age or gender. You can take it within 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex, but it works best when you take it within 3 days after unprotected sex. These types of morning-after pills may not work if you weigh 155 pounds or more. If that’s the case, the copper IUD or ella are better options for you.
Plan B One-Step usually costs about $40-$50. Other brands like Take Action, My Way, Option 2, Preventeza, AfterPill, and My Choice generally cost less — about $11-$45. Sometimes these pills are cheaper online, but they may not come in time if you need a morning-after pill right away. You can always buy it online ahead of time to have on hand in case you need it in the future.
Another option for emergency contraception is a prescription-only brand called ella. It’s more effective than levonorgestrel morning-after pills and costs about $50 or more — but if you have health insurance, there’s a good chance it could be free. ella is also more effective than other morning-after pills for people who weigh 155 pounds or more. But if you weigh 195 pounds or more, ella may not work as well for you. If that’s the case, the copper IUD — another form of emergency contraception — is a better option for you. It’s the most effective kind of emergency contraception but must be inserted within 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex.
During the covid-19 pandemic, it might be harder for you to get to a health center. We know your sexual and reproductive health can’t wait. You may be able to access telehealth services by phone or video. Find your closest Planned Parenthood health center here.
I had sex with a guy on my period and the condom ripped and I think I might be pregnant even though I did take the morning after pill right after. My period is late, and I’m usually never late. I don’t know what to do and I don’t want to keep it if I am. How can I get anything done during the COVID situation?
It’s not the most convenient time to be worried about being pregnant, is it? But rest assured that it’s possible to get a pregnancy test, and if you are pregnant, you do still have options.
But first, let’s talk about your period. If you took the morning after pill (AKA emergency contraception), it’s totally normal for your next period to be late. Emergency contraception works by delaying ovulation — when an egg is released from your ovary — making it difficult for sperm to meet an egg and cause pregnancy. It’s pretty common to have some spotting in between taking emergency contraception and getting your period, or for your period to be lighter, heavier, or a little different than usual when you do get it. If you aren’t pregnant, your menstrual cycle should return to normal the next month. So your period might still be on its way.
But if it’s a couple weeks late and it still hasn’t come, it’s time to take a pregnancy test. Pregnancy tests are still available at many essential businesses like your local drug store, convenience store, or grocery store. If getting to a store isn’t an option, you can order a pregnancy test online and have it delivered to you. If you’re worried about your privacy, you might want to ask a friend or someone you trust for help: They can pick a test up and drop it with you.
From your question, it sounds like if you are pregnant, you’re looking to have an abortion. Even during this pandemic, having an abortion is possible. Many Planned Parenthood health centers and other abortion providers are still open and offering services. The best thing to do is call your closest Planned Parenthood health center or other abortion provider for the most up-to-date information.
Due to COVID-19, some Planned Parenthood health centers and other abortion providers in some areas have had to close. So, depending on where you live, you may need to travel further than you would normally have to in order to have your abortion. That’s an unfortunate reality of the world we now live in. But even with everything going on, there are people who want to help you. You can still have an abortion, and you don’t need to go through this alone.
You can buy morning-after pills over the counter without a prescription in most drugstores, pharmacies, and online . Brand names include Plan B One Step, Take Action, My Way, AfterPill, and others.
I’ve only had sex twice, both times on birth control and both times with a condom….Should I be taking Plan-B after having sex just to be safe or am I just super paranoid?
I have been on birth control since for the beginning of May. I’ve had sex probably twice a month since then, and have taking an emergency contraceptive each time after sex because I panick. I am good about taking my pills and don’t miss them, but I just get so scared that I take the EC anyways. Is this bad for me? Will it make my normal birth control less effective? Do I need to wait a certain number of days to have sex again after taking plan b if I’m taking pills regularly?
So I had sex for the first time last night. I’m on the depo shot but we didn’t use a condom. He didn’t come in me, but would it still be safe to use plan b???
I had unprotected sex but he pulled out and I’m on birth control and use it regularly should I still get plan b?
First off, good for y’all for being on top of pregnancy prevention. It warms my sex educator heart to see people being so knowledgeable about birth control and responsible about their sexual health.
But I also hate seeing folks panic and worry when they probably don’t need to. So here’s the deal: if you’re using a reliable birth control method correctly — whether that’s the pill, patch, ring, shot, IUD, or implant — you don’t need to use emergency contraception pills (aka Plan B) also. And some of you are even using an extra birth control method, like condoms or pulling out, on top of your regular birth control. In this case especially, your pregnancy prevention game is already A+. (An extra high five to those of you using condoms, who are getting protection from STDs too!)
Of course, if you DO make a birth control mistake — like missing two or more birth control pills in a row, not putting a new ring in on time, or the condom breaks or falls off — it may be a good idea to use emergency contraception if you have sex during that time.
There’s nothing harmful or dangerous about taking over-the-counter emergency contraception pills (like Plan B) when you’re already using another reliable birth control method, but it can get expensive and cause unnecessary stress. It’s important to note that it’s not a good idea to use ella — a certain type of emergency contraception pill that you need a prescription for — if you’re also using hormonal birth control, because they can make each other less effective.
So keep being diligent about birth control, but feel free to relax a little and trust your method to do its job as long as you’re doing your job and using it correctly. You can save the emergency contraception pills for actual emergencies.
When it comes to topics like birth control, STDs, the morning-after pill, and abortion, we’re the experts. PlannedParenthood.org has everything you need to know.
Hi! Sorry to bother but I have a question about plan b, will it still be effective if used right away? I had sex with my partner but his condom broke and we rushed to the nearest drug store and I took it like 10-15 minutes right after we had sex, just wondering if it was too soon or not?? Thank you!
Ya done good! When it comes to emergency contraception (AKA the morning-after pill), speed is the name of the game. Plan B (and all other brands of over-the-counter emergency contraception) work best when you take them as soon as you can after unprotected sex. Meaning you can take it the second you realize after sex that you had a birth control oopsie.
Sperm can live in your body for up to 6 days after sex, looking for an egg to fertilize. The way emergency contraception pills work is by stopping your ovaries from releasing an egg (it’s kinda like pulling the emergency brake on ovulation). And the more time it has to work its magic, the better your chances of preventing pregnancy will be.
