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Had sex without condom, what to do now?

You’ve had sex (intercourse) without using contraception, even though you don’t want to be pregnant. Or you think something could have gone wrong with your contraception – perhaps you forgot to take your pill, or a condom burst. What can you do?

If you really don’t want to get pregnant, all is not lost. If you act fast you can use emergency contraception. One possibility is to take an ECP or ‘morning after’ pill. It is also known as Unwanted 72 or Ipill in India. You can also get an IUD fitted.

Ipill or Emergency contraceptive pill

Emergency contraception pills (ECPs), also known as morning-after pills or e-pills, are drugs you can take when you have had unprotected sex and think that you could be pregnant.

You need to take them as soon as possible after the unprotected intercourse, preferably within 24 hours. After that they become less effective.

They are also available as Unwanted 72 or Ipill in India.

ECPs are available over the counter, which means you can go straight to the pharmacy and get it without a doctor's prescription.

There are two types of emergency contraception pills however only one is currently available in India. The available pill is progestogen-only (using the hormone levonorgestrel) generally called Ipill or Unwanted 72.

Pros

  • Helps prevent pregnancy in cases of failed or forgotten contraception, or rape
  • Gives peace of mind
  • Easy to get

Cons

  • Can change timing of next period (early or late)
  • No STD protection
  • Needs to be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex

Can I use Ipill every time I have sex? 

There is no limit as to how many times you can use the emergency-pill in a year. However, the Ipill does have short-term side effects. That means it should not be used as a normal form of contraception, but only in case of emergency.

Look for a form of contraception that suits you: see types of birth control.

Is an Ipill the same as an abortion pill?

ECPs or Ipills are not abortion pills. The ECP works in various ways, but can't do anything if an egg is already fertilized. If you are already pregnant and take the ECP, it will have no negative effects on your pregnancy.

How do I get an Ipill or Unwanted 72?

You can get the Ipill over the counter or from your healthcare provider. Because it is most effective the faster you take it, many health care providers even suggest getting an emergency pill and keeping it at home just in case. Studies have found that keeping an Ipill at home doesn't mean you are more likely to have unprotected sex.

What are the side-effects of Ipill

  • Fatigue
  • Headaches
  • Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting
  • Dizziness

How safe is Unwanted 72 or Ipill? 

ECPs like Unwanted 72 or Ipill have a high concentration of hormones and can cause considerable short-term side effects. That's why they should be used only in case of emergency, and are not recommended as a normal method of birth control.

There seem to be no long-term side-effects known for emergency-contraception pills.

There are some cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVTs) reported with the use of the ECPs like Unwanted 72 or Ipill.

Who shouldn't use Unwanted 72 or Ipill? 

  • Women with undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Women with history of DVT (deep vein thrombosis)
  • Women with acute migraines
  • People with a Body Mass Index (BMI) higher than 25

What can stop Unwanted 72 or Ipill from working properly?

If you vomit soon after taking the pill, it may be less effective. Talk to a healthcare provider as soon as possible to find out what your options are.

In both cases, consider the Copper-T IUD as emergency contraception.

How does I-pill / Unwanted 72 work? 

The progestogen-only pill makes the mucus around your cervix thicker so the sperm can’t get through. It can also stop ovulation while also releasing a hormone that makes it harder for sperm to travel up towards the egg. You get either two doses of 750mg each that you have to take 12 hours apart, or one dose of 1.5mg.

If taken within 24 hours it is 95% effective. The longer you wait before taking I-pill / Unwanted 72, the less effective they are. They are most effective if taken between 12 and 24 hours after unprotected sex. If taken later, they can still be effective for 72 hours after intercourse, but then your chances of getting pregnant are higher. 

If taken between 49-72 hours the pill is only 58% effective.

I am overweight, will the Ipill work? 

Progestogen-only pills work less well for women who are overweight. If you have a body mass index (BMI) of more than 25 then it is suggested to use the Copper IUD as emergency contraception.

Progestogen-only pills can even be used several times in one cycle if needed, though should not be used as a normal form of birth control. For more regular forms of birth control check out Birth Control Methods.

Other methods to stop pregnancy after unprotected sex? 

The ‘Morning After’ IUD

Another form of emergency contraception is the copper IUD. However, this needs to be put in by a medical provider. It's an option if you're already considering starting to use a long-term form of contraception.

Another kind of emergency contraception is the ‘morning after IUD’. You have to have it fitted by a doctor. This is possible four to five days after you’ve had unprotected sex.

This is actually just the same as having an IUD fitted as a contraceptive. Once it’s in, you can just leave it in place to stop you getting pregnant in future. But you need to think whether it’s the right kind of contraception to suit you – see the section on birth control.

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Simi puttar you mean Feb 4th??? If yes, then it's a very long time, and if the sex was unsafe, then chances of pregnancy may be there. Take a home pregnancy test at the earliest to be sure about it. Then consult a registered doctor and see what can be done. Also, you can contact FPAI clinic information about which you can get at their website. https://lovematters.in/en/resource/unplanned-pregnancy https://www.fpaindia.org/ If you would like to join in on a further discussion on this topic, join our discussion board, "Just Ask” https://lovematters.in/en/forum
Amal bete if she got period after unsafe sex, then there are virtually no chances of being pregnant. But just to be on the safe side, it would be wise to take a home pregnancy test. Please use condom next time. https://lovematters.in/hi/pregnancy/unsure-about-being-pregnant/unsafe-sex-missed-period-am-i-pregnant https://lovematters.in/hi/pregnancy/home-pregnancy-tests-dos-and-donts If you would like to join in on a further discussion on this topic, join our discussion board, ‘Just Ask’ https://lovematters.in/en/forum
Sir hmse unsafe sex ho gya h or mera virya bhi wha chla gya tha or mene sath k sath pesab kra Diya tha or pura 1 din ho gya es bat ko ap please 🙏 bta yiye ki kya kru jisse pregnancy ka khtra km ho please 🙏
Ajay beta iske liye unsafe sex ke 10 din poore hote hee chemist se liya gaya ek home pregnancy test kit se test lijiye. Phir kisi vishesagya ya achche panjikrit doctor se mill lijiye aur dekhiye kya ho sakta hai. Iske illava aap FPAI clinic se bhee sampark kar sakety hai jiski jaankari aaapko iski website pe mil jayegi. https://lovematters.in/hi/resource/unplanned-pregnancy https://lovematters.in/hi/pregnancy/home-pregnancy-tests-dos-and-donts https://www.ippf.org/about-us/member-associations/india Yadi aap is mudde par humse aur gehri charcha mein judna chahte hain to hamare discussion board “Just Poocho” mein zaroor shamil ho! https://lovematters.in/en/forum
Hello team, me ye janna cahata hu ki mere 2 bacche hi lekin me ab or bacche nhi chati hu , or na hi kisi bhi prakar ka koi operation, coper T ka use kiya tha lekin problm ho gayi thi, is liye ab aap koi upaye bataiye jysa ki 2 saal ya 5 saal wala koi injection ya or kuch upaye

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Rohit shrma
Tue, 10/24/2023 - 13:46
Sir hmne 5 min kiya without comdom to sir isme pregnancy ka koi chance bnta h kya mere periods last time 4 October ko aaye the sir isse bchne ke liye hme kya krna chahiye sir please jldi bataiye please
Rohit shrma
Tue, 10/24/2023 - 13:48
Sir hmne,10 min sex kiya without condom to sir isme pregnancy ka koi issue h kya iska period 4 October ko aaya tha Sir please aap jldi koi solution dijiye please sir
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