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Here's How: Purchase Plan B emergency contraception. Plan B is now available over the counter for women 18 and older and can usually be found at your local pharmacy. A prescription for Plan B is needed for females under the age of 18, or if a woman is seeking other forms of progestin-only emergency contraception. You must make an appointment to see a healthcare provider in order to obtain these prescriptions. It may also be helpful to obtain this prescription ahead of time or to have Plan B at home, so it can be quickly and easily avaialble should you need it. Swallow the pills in the first dose as soon as possible. These pills can be taken up to up to 120 hours after having unprotected sex. However, the sooner they are taken, the more effective they will be. Swallow the second dose 12 hours after taking the first dose (if taking the pills in two doses). Be sure to use an anti-nausea medication one hour before taking the second dose if one threw up after the first dose. Do not take any extra pills. Even if the second dose is vomited, as taking more pills probably will not reduce the risk of pregnancy. They can, however, make one sick to the stomach. The Plan B pill pack consists of 2 pills. The first white pill is taken and then the second white pill is taken 12 hours later. A woman can also choose to take both white pills together in one dose. Prescription Progestin-only pill packs consist of 2 packs with 20 pills in each. When using Ovrette, first take all 20 yellow pills as the first dose and then take an additional (second pack) of 20 yellow pills 12 hours later. A woman can also choose to take all 40 yellow pills together in one dose. After taking these pills, be prepared for possible side effects. Some side effects that are associated with Emergency Contraception: A female’s next period may be earlier or later than usual Nausea and vomiting may occur Her flow may be lighter, more spotty, heavier, or the same as usual A female may experience headaches Breast tenderness could be common Dizziness is also common Follow-up procedures after taking Plan B or Ovrette. A female may want to make an appointment with her doctor if: She does not have her period in three weeks If she has pregnancy symptoms Be sure to use an additional method of contraception. Emergency hormonal contraception does not continue to prevent pregnancy during the rest of the menstrual cycle, so make sure to use other birth control methods in order to prevent pregnancy. Tips: Although there have been no reports of serious complications among the thousands of females who have used this type of contraception, mild side effects could occur but will usually just last a day or two. Plan B or Ovrette may cause nausea and vomiting. A female can take an anti-nausea medication, such as Bonine or Dramamine, one hour before taking the pills to reduce the risk of nausea. Just remember to read and follow the precautions on the package insert of these anti-nausea medications as the side effects of these types of medicines may include drowsiness. Try not to rely on emergency contraception as one's main form of birth control. Frequent use of EC can cause periods to become irregular and unpredictable. What You Need: Plan B (from your local store) if over 18 A prescription for Plan B if under 18 A prescription for Ovrette (regardless to age) Anti-nausea medication - just in case of nausea or vomitting A clock to know when 12 hours have passed More Contraception How To's

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