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If my wife was taking norethisterone (2 tabs a day for 4 days), and then wants to take an emergency contraceptive, within 48 hours of intercourse, and >48 hours (almost 60 hours) of last dose of norethisterone, is it safe?
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Yes it is but has chances of delaying the periods.
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As you can get pregnant while taking norethisterone. Yes you should take contraceptive pill earlest possible.
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Yes, she can take emergency contraception.
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No problem.
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