Patient's question:
I took emergency contraception on Saturday. Is it still effective on Tuesday??PS: At the time, I took two pills together. Is that okay?
If it doesn't work, do I need to take another dose??
Doctor's answer:
??????Hello, then it definitely won't be effective. After 12 hours, it basically loses its effect. Emergency contraception only provides protection for sexual activity that occurred before taking it. Moreover, even with only one sexual encounter, there is still a 10% higher chance of failure with emergency contraception, and it also has other side effects. Therefore, it should not be relied upon solely for contraception; it is essential to protect oneself.