Could Plan B Cause Birth Defects?

There is no increased risk of birth defects if you take the morning-after pill and still become pregnant or even if you are pregnant when you take it. We will give you a pregnancy test before dispensing it to you, mostly because this the method will not be effective if you are already pregnant.

Can Plan B have long-term effects?

There are no known long-term complications associated with taking EC pills. Common short-term side effects include nausea, headaches, and fatigue. If you have questions about the morning-after pill or contraception, talk to your healthcare provider or local pharmacist.

Does Plan B have long-term effects on pregnancy?

No. Using emergency contraception (EC), also known as the morning-after pill, more than once does not affect a woman's fertility — and it will not prevent her from becoming pregnant in the future. Women should feel free to use EC whenever they think it's necessary.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.