Can An Emergency Contraceptive Pill Be Taken While Taking Medication For Jaundice?

Posted on Sat, 14 Jan 2017

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Sat, 14 Jan 2017 Answered on

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Question : Can emergency contraceptive pill can be taken during jaundice medication

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Better to avoid emergency contraceptive pill in jaundice

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Emergency contraceptive pill, being the progesterone hormone, should be preferably avoided in jaundice.
It can cause exacerbation and worsening of jaundice.
You can get Copper T inserted within 5 days of unprotected intercourse for emergency contraception.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy