Will pregnancy occur if you have sex three hours after taking emergency contraception?

Patient's question:

Will pregnancy occur if sexual intercourse occurs three hours after taking emergency contraception?

Doctor's answer:

According to your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy in this case. Emergency contraception pills are post-coital contraception pills, which only provide contraception for sexual activity before taking the medication and have no contraceptive effect on sexual activity after taking the medication.
Do not take emergency contraception pills frequently, as the side effects are too severe and may lead to endocrine disorders or even infertility. You should not take more than once a year. If necessary, you can take another dose 12 hours after the first dose.

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