Plan B is an emergency contraceptive pill that only prevents ovulation. It can prevent pregnancy if taken within 72 hours after unprotected sex or birth control failure.
Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, changes in menstrual cycle, depression, headache, hyperglycemia, rash
Considerations:
If single dose is missed take as soon as remembered
Sudden discontinuation of medication may cause withdrawal bleeding
It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
It is not intended for regular birth control use.
It is available without a prescription for people of all ages.
It may be less effective for people with higher body weight.
It should not be used as a regular form of birth control.
