You can get pregnant from having sex even once if you don't use condoms.A high risk of becoming pregnant and contracting STDs is caused by condom breakage during sexual intercourse.The risk of becoming pregnant varies depending on where you are in your monthly menstrual cycle, with some days being much higher than others.If you had sex without a condom, you may be able to avoid pregnancies.
Step 1: You should see a medical provider as soon as possible.
It's important to have time to prevent an accidental pregnancy after having sex.Emergency contraception can be effective up to 5 days after sex.
Step 2: Do not douche.
Doctors generally don't advise against wringing at preventing pregnancies.Increased infections can be caused by changing the normal state of your reproductive tract.
Step 3: Get tested.
If you had sex without a condom, you are also at risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease.You can get tested for sexually transmitted infections if you see a doctor.It takes two tests six months apart to get a true reading for HIV testing.
Step 4: Plan B is what you should get.
Plan B is an emergency contraceptive that prevents fertilization if taken within 72 hours of sex.Progestin is a hormone in Plan B.Plan B can be found over the counter at most drugstores.Most medical insurance plans do not cover Plan B, so you don't need a prescription.
Step 5: Ask your doctor if she is okay.
Plan B can be effective up to 5 days after sex, but ella works much the same.It is more likely to be effective at preventing pregnancies than Plan B because of this.The risk of a baby being born after sex is reduced by about 75%.There is no proof that she causes abortions.The abortion pill is only available with a prescription.Both drugs interact with progesterone in different ways.It is not high enough to cause an abortion.
Step 6: Ask for the name of the pill.
Do not think the medical provider will know what you are asking for.Plan B, also known as My Way, Next Choice, or Take Action, is one of the pills currently available in the US.You can ask for Plan B in Canada.It is not yet available in Canada.She might think you are asking for regular oral contraceptives if she only hears you say contraceptive.To ensure you get what you need, be specific.
Step 7: If you want normal birth control pills, choose it.
Birth control pills work to prevent pregnancies after sex.There is a full list on the Emergency contraceptive website.Regular oral contraceptives have been shown to be effective in preventing pregnancies.If you're not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.If taken in the right amount, oral contraceptives can reduce the risk of pregnancies by 75%.This is dependent on the type of oral contraceptive you have.
Step 8: Consider an IUD made of copper.
If an IUD is inserted within 5 days of sex, it will reduce the risk of pregnancy by more than 99%.It may be difficult to use IUDs as emergency contraception because many offices don't carry them in stock and have to order them.The copper IUD works by repelling sperm.Bleeding between periods is one of the side effects.Mirena is an excellent choice of preventative birth control since it does not work as an emergency contraceptive.A professional can insert the IUD at a doctor's office.You don't need to go to the hospital.If left in place for up to 10 years, a copper IUD can be used as a regular birth control method.They may be expensive, so they may not be your first choice.
Step 9: Follow the instructions with care.
There are certain suggestions to follow if you take Plan B or regular oral contraceptives.
Step 10: Plan B can be taken according to directions.
Plan B is two pills that you take together as soon as possible.You only have to take one dose.Do not take more than the suggested dose.The more effective Plan B is in preventing pregnancies, the sooner you take it.Plan B reduces the risk of a baby being born if taken within the first 24 hours.
Step 11: Take it as prescribed.
It's similar to Plan B in how you take it.One pill is all you need to get one dose.One pill is all you need.Don't take more than the suggested dose or any other birth control pills.
Step 12: It is recommended to take combination oral contraceptives.
Depending on the pill you are taking, the dose can be different.If you have Levora oral contraceptives, you will take 4 pills at each dose, but if it's Aviane you'll take 5.If you don't know how much to take, check with a medical professional.The first dose should be taken within 5 days and the second within 12 hours.If you want to use regular oral contraceptives as emergency contraception, you have to take two doses.If you miss the second dose, you will decrease the chance of successfully preventing a pregnancy.
Step 13: Expect side effects.
You can expect side effects regardless of which pill method you choose.Emergency contraceptive pills can cause side effects.Ask your doctor or pharmacist what to expect.
Step 14: An anti-nauseant is needed.
Taking an anti-nauseant pill will make it less likely that you will vomit if you take the emergency contraceptives.It is possible to prevent throwing up the emergency contraceptive if you take an anti-nauseant one to two hours before taking it.If you throw up within an hour of taking the emergency contraceptive, call your medical provider to see if you should take another dose.
Step 15: Take it easy and stay safe.
In the first 24 hours after taking your pills, do not drink or drive.If you have also taken an anti-nauseant, you may be sleepy.