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What is Plan B?
* Plan B is an emergency method of contraception which contains a hormone called progestin.



Generally, women who can safely take the birth control pill may use Plan B



. Plan B must be prescribed by a health professional.
* To prevent pregnancy, Plan B must be started within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse has occurred. Plan B can be used if:
o a condom broke or slipped
o you used withdrawal or no contraception at all
o you missed some birth control pills and didn't use a condom
o you were late getting your Depo injection
o your diaphragm slipped
o you were sexually assaulted