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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Vomiting After 8 Hours Of Contraceptive Consumption?

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Posted on Wed, 15 Jul 2015
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Question : Hi,

On sunday I took my birth control pill at 5:30PM (YAZ) and then at 1:30am I started vomitting with gastro.

I had sex with my boyfriend Sunday morning. Will i still be protected against pregnancy even though I vommited 8 hours after taking the pill?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You are protected

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns about contraceptive effect.

Yes. You are well protected.

Since you vomited after 8 hours,pill has worked as it is already absorbed.

No need to worry about pregnancy.

Let me know if you need any more help.
Regards,
Dr. Soumya
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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Vomiting After 8 Hours Of Contraceptive Consumption?

Brief Answer: You are protected Detailed Answer: Hi, I understand your concerns about contraceptive effect. Yes. You are well protected. Since you vomited after 8 hours,pill has worked as it is already absorbed. No need to worry about pregnancy. Let me know if you need any more help. Regards, Dr. Soumya