I had sex on the 9th and took an i-Pill on the 10th. Then I had sex again on the 12th, but the condom broke that day. What should I do now? Is there still a risk of pregnancy? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I had sex on the 9th and took an i-Pill on the 10th. Then I had sex again on the 12th, but the condom broke that day. What should I do now? Is there still a risk of pregnancy?

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I had sex on the 9th and took an i-Pill on the 10th. Then I had sex again on the 12th, but the condom broke that day. What should I do now? Is there still a risk of pregnancy?

Asked by Male, 18 · 1 month ago

Chandrakanta Jena

Pharm D

1 month ago

Yes, there is still a chance of pregnancy from the intercourse on the 12th. The i-Pill contains levonorgestrel and is designed to prevent pregnancy from unprotected sex that occurred before taking the tablet. It does not provide reliable protection for unprotected intercourse that happens afterwards. Since the condom broke on the 12th, you may need emergency contraception again if you are still within the recommended time window. The sooner it is taken, the more effective it is. However, taking emergency contraception repeatedly in the same menstrual cycle may cause temporary side effects such as nausea, irregular bleeding, or changes in your next period. If your next period is delayed by more than a week, take a pregnancy test. If you are unsure about what to do next or need regular contraception, consult a doctor or gynaecologist for personalised advice and safer long-term options.

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