Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Can BC Pills Be Used As An Alternative Emergency Contraceptive?
Hello, I recently had sex ( last 12 hours ) an the condom broke. I haven t taken my BC pills in about 10 days. I am unable to purchase an emergency contraceptive at the time. Could taking a larger dose of BC pills ( loestrin fe ) be used as an alternative emergency contraceptive?
Tue, 31 Dec 2019
Hi,
Yes, larger doses of Loestrin can be used as an alternate effective emergency contraceptive.
You can take two pills as the first dose as soon as possible but within 72 hours after an unprotected intercourse (broken condom), this should be followed by two more pills 12 hours later.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
Yes, larger doses of Loestrin can be used as an alternate effective emergency contraceptive.
You can take two pills as the first dose as soon as possible but within 72 hours after an unprotected intercourse (broken condom), this should be followed by two more pills 12 hours later.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Combined oral contraceptive pill
Loading Online Doctors....