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Can I use Unwanted 72 to terminate pregnancy?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Is Unwanted 72 dangerous for health? Can I use Unwanted 72, if pregnancy is not confirmed?
Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

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Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Hi,

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Unwanted 72(emergency contraceptive pill) is for preventing pregnancy after unprotected sex, and it is not for termination of pregnancy. It is usually safe and does not cause any serious problems though bleeding may be irregular. If pregnancy is confirmed, then it should not be used. But, if there is no pregnancy, then it can be used to prevent pregnancy.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

How to confirm pregnancy just after a day of intercourse? We are not sure about pregnancy. Please help.

Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Pregnancy cannot be confirmed one day after intercourse because it takes 5 to 6 days for implantation. It can be confirmed only after 9 to 10 days by a blood test called beta-hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). Unwanted 72 can be taken within 72 hours of sex, and for that confirmation of pregnancy is not needed.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 23, 2017
Reviewed At September 12, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Dr. Purushottam Sah

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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