Can you start the contraceptive pill and use it as emergency pill after sex to prevent pregnancy

[R_x_2]

Ive had unprotected sex and have now placed an order for the contraceptive pill ‘cerelle’. I’m wondering if I take it in the next 3 days (when it’s most likely to be delivered). Will it prevent me becoming pregnant? (act like emergency contraceptive)

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A good question to as a pharmacist or doctor. The only pill I’m aware that prevents pregnancy is Plan B

[ExcitableElf]

Unlikely - I seem to recall that you have to take the pill for seven days before it’s effective as contraception. If you’re worried you need to speak with a pharmacist or gp.

[Doglady101]

The pill only prevents pregnancy once it is taken for a month. It is a hormone, but taking it trying for it to work like a plan B pill will not work. This is why they tell you, if you miss a day of birth control, to use condoms still because if you miss a dose you can get pregnant.