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I’m concerned. I had 2 patients recently with ectopic pregnancies following the use of Plan B. #302/15

by Managing Contraception | Mar 15, 2015 | Emergency Contraception

Q         I am a CNM and I recently had two patients with the identical problem, ectopic pregnancy after using Plan B.  Is there an increased rate of ectopic pregnancies after using Plan B? CNM A:        Below is the paragraph on ectopic pregnancy...

Is it safe to take Postinor 2 if there is a possibility I might be pregnant? #1203/14

by Managing Contraception | Jan 23, 2015 | Emergency Contraception

Q: Can I take Postinor -2 if I am not pregnant or I don’t know if I am? A: Good morning, Yes, whether or not you are pregnant you may take a dose of Postinor or several doses of Postinor.But, Postinor and other emergency contraceptive pills are NOT as effective...

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