January 15, 2020 Quick Facts: Plan B (“Morning After”) Pill // Works by delaying or preventing the release of an egg from the ovary Is NOT the same as the abortion pill (RU 486) Is NOT meant to be used as a regular birth control method Will NOT protect against sexually transmitted disease (STD) If it has been more than 24 hours after unprotected intercourse it may not be effective If conception has already taken place, Plan B will not work If you have used Plan B multiple times, you should consult your gynecologist and talk about finding a better birth control method. Plan B is not meant to be taken regularly. Abstinence is the only 100% effective method to prevent pregnancy and STDs
