Hello doctor. I am 19 years old and. I had sex yesterday night and just now I get unwanted 72 pill. I am afraid to take it becuase tomorrow is my exam. So if any side effect will happen. Then I can't give my exam. So can I take this pill after my exam like tomorrow 6 pm. Please tell me. I am very afraid. Help!

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Dr. Muralidhara K APsychiatrist16yrs exp

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Unwanted 72 contains levonorgestrel, it should be taken within 72 hours following unprotected intercourse. Common sideeffects include prolonged heavy bleeding, spotting,intermenstrual bleeding, alteragion of period dates.

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Dr. S.K. TandonSexologist39yrs exp

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Yes can take With in 72 hpurs Donot worry.

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Dr. PahunSexologist8yrs exp

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Don't worry. You can take it within 72 hrs of intercourse. Take care.

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