Should I Repeat A Dosage Of IPill For Intercourse That Took Place Within An Hour After Taking The Pill?

Posted on Thu, 25 Apr 2024

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Question : I had unprotected sex, within 24 hours I have taken the emergency contraceptive pill - I pill. However, after 25 to 20 mins of taking the pill we had unprotected sex again. Should I repeat the pill ?

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No need to repeat the I pill

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

There is no need to repeat the I-pill. The previous I-pill is still at work.

Regards,
Dr. Vaishalee

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj