Patient's question:
Medical Description: Recently, when I visited my boyfriend, my period always occurred on the 9th or 10th of each month. I wanted to delay my period, and after searching online, I found that taking progesterone daily could help. However, I couldn't buy it, so my boyfriend bought Marvelon for me. I took it after the event and consumed three pills. I am very worried because it didn't seem to work.Past Treatment and Effect: Previously, I always used condoms for contraception.
What Help I Need: I want to know if Marvelon can be used for emergency contraception and what the probability of pregnancy is.
Doctor's answer:
Mifeprex is a progestin-only, short-acting contraceptive pill. Taking it after intercourse does not provide contraceptive effects. I recommend taking emergency contraception pills, such as Yu Ting from Zizhu Pharmaceutical, which are effective only if taken within 72 hours after intercourse. Emergency contraception pills are not recommended for frequent use due to their significant side effects. It is recommended to take Mifeprex regularly and as prescribed.Emergency contraception refers to methods used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. The most common method is drug-based contraception. Women who have experienced accidental injury or had unprotected sex for other reasons, or those who have experienced contraceptive failure (e.g., condom breakage, slippage, or incorrect calculation of safe days) may consider taking emergency contraception pills. They are effective within 72 hours after intercourse. If sexual activity occurs during the medication period, the time should be recalculated.