{"product_id":"plan-b-emergency-contraception-1-tablet","title":"Plan B Emergency Contraception 1 Tablet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan B is one type of emergency contraceptive pill presently approved by Health Canada. It is a back up contraceptive that can be used to prevent pregnancy within 120 hours (approximately 5 days) of a known or suspected contraceptive failure or unprotected sex. Possible reasons for use are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen no contraceptive has been used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a contraceptive method may have failed, including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondom slippage or breakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpelled intrauterine device (IUD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMissed or late hormonal contraceptive (e.g. pill, patch, or ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 2 weeks late for contraceptive injection (e.g. Depo-Provera)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartner ejaculates on external genitalia or does not withdraw before ejaculatio (note: withdrawal is not a recommended method of birth control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertile period is miscalculated (e.g. using natural family planning method)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCases of sexual assault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan B contains the hormone progestin which prevents pregnancy in 3 possible ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops the egg from being released from the ovary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops fertilization (sperm and egg uniting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops the fertilized egg from implanting on the uterine wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan B will not work if you are already pregnant. Although Plan B is not recommended as a regular form of birth control, repeat use poses no health risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take it:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan B is the most effective in the first 24 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse but may be taken up to 120 hours after intercourse. The sooner it is taken, the more effective it is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can be taken at any time during the monthly cycle if there is a concern about becoming pregnant, and most often does not affect your period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pill should be taken with food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you vomit in the first two hours after taking Plan B, consult your health care provider and another dose may be recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContraindications to Plan B include allergies to any ingredient in the medication, pregnancy, and any undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding. If there is any suspicion of pregnancy, a pregnancy test should be performed prior to taking Plan B. Plan B will not harm an existing pregnancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens after I take it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide effects of taking Plan B are generally mild and can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVomiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbdominal pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional spotting for 1-3 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf side effects are severe or you are having an allergic reaction (e.g. itching all over your body, cramping, or severe stomach pain) seek medical attention immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour period should start within 21 days after taking Plan B. If your period is late by more than 1 week, pregnancy testing and follow-up with your health care provider are recommended. Plan B will not prevent pregnancy from future acts of unprotected intercourse, so use birth control until your next period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat else should I know?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan B does not protect you from sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Always use condoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are currently on any form of birth control, continue or restart your birth control on the same day as taking Plan B and use condoms as a back-up for 7 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are not using a regular form of birth control, consider starting and talk to your health care provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are other options for emergency contraception (i.e., Ella, Copper IUD). talk to your healthcare provider for more information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Banwell Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32574194057297,"sku":"628791005853","price":33.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/6294\/9457\/products\/Untitled-1-35.png?v=1598659926","url":"https:\/\/my-health-market-ca.myshopify.com\/products\/plan-b-emergency-contraception-1-tablet","provider":"My Health Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}