ECP tablets, also known as emergency contraceptive pills. These taken after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure to prevent pregnancy. They contain high doses of hormones, usually progestin or a combination of progestin and estrogen, to disrupt the fertilization process and prevent the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus. ECP tablets are most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse but can be taken up to 72-120 hours, depending on the specific medication.
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I have vaginal bleeding and pain after sex. Am I pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old working girl. Yesterday, I had sex with my partner for the second time after four months. It was my eighth day of periods, that is, one day after my periods gets over. We used a condom for protection. It was a little rough sex as I found that I am bleeding after sex ... Read Full »
Dr. Zaharuddln Bin Rahmat @ Mohd Rawi
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The first possibility is that you are pregnant. The risk of pregnancy after using a male condom varies from two to 15 %. As this act was less than 48 hours ago, you may need emergency contraception, either emergency pills or the insertion of IUCD (intrauterine contra... Read Full »