Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Plan B Tablet

Plan B Tablet

Generic namelevonorgestrel
Drug classContraceptives
Formstablet

Plan B is an over-the-counter emergency contraceptive pill used to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, such as a broken condom or missed birth control pills. It is a backup method and should not be used as regular birth control.

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  • Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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