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    Anticipation of Republican controlled federal government, with Donald Trump service a second term as president, he left many women fearing access to reproductive health care, even though it is now protected in Michigan.

    In the days following Trump’s presidential victory, searches for such phrases as “Plan B is legal,” “Plan B will be banned,” “Abortion will be banned” and “emergency contraception” have seen dramatic increases on Google in Michigan.

    Similar queries about the expiration date of the morning after pill and where to buy abortion pills online have become “breakout” trends, indicating high search volume. Searches also increased for levonorgestrel, the active Plan B drug, and mifepristone and misoprostol, used in medical abortions.

    to Wispa telehealth service that provides sexual and reproductive health care, sales of emergency contraception have increased about 1,000 percent, and sales of patient emergency contraception have increased 1,650 percent since the November election results.

    Wisp CEO Monica Cepak told USA TODAY “the increase in sales we’ve seen (since the election) has underscored the fear women across the country are feeling.”

    Trump takes office in January, and some fear he and a Republican-controlled Congress could ban birth control pills such as Plan B in one step.

    What is the difference between plan B and a medical abortion?

    Plan B pills, if taken within 120 hours of unprotected sex, reduce the likelihood of getting pregnant in the first place. Medicines such as mifepristone and misoprostol, taken after a pregnancy is confirmed, will induce abortion in about 96% of cases, Planned Parenthood said.

    Morning-after pills are emergency contraceptives and will not work if a woman is already pregnant. Plan B One-Step will not affect an existing pregnancy, according to the FDA.

    Isn’t abortion already legal in Michigan?

    Yes, Michigan residents voted in 2022 to enshrine abortion rights in state constitution. However, a change in federal law could overturn that action.

    What is Plan B contraception?

    The “plan B” morning-after pill is a type of emergency birth control, also called emergency contraception, according to the Mayo Clinicwhich said it can help prevent pregnancy after intercourse if a woman’s usual method of birth control hasn’t worked or hasn’t been used.

    How do morning after pills work?

    The morning-after pill delays or prevents women from ovulating, when a woman’s ovaries release an egg that a man’s sperm could fertilize after intercourse, according to the US Food & Drug Administration.

    Do morning after pills cause miscarriages?

    No, emergency contraception, such as the “plan B” morning-after pill, does not cause a miscarriage, health experts say, nor does it terminate a pregnancy.

    How long is the plan B morning after pill effective for? How soon should you take it?

    For emergency contraceptives to work as well as possible, health experts recommend that women take the morning-after pill as soon as possible if they have had unprotected sex, skipped regular contraceptives, or to prevent pregnancy after having were sexually assaulted.

    The Mayo Clinic recommends that women follow label directions and take a morning-after pill within 72 hours of having sex, but the drug may remain effective if taken within five days.

    How effective is Plan B One-Step?

    Morning-after pills like Plan B One-Step can reduce a woman’s chances of getting pregnant by 75%-89% if taken within three days of unprotected sex, according to Planned Parenthood. They are composed of a synthetic hormone called levonorgestrelsaid the FDA, which has been used in birth control pills for more than 35 years.

    Should Plan B morning after pills be your primary source of birth control?

    No, the morning-after pill, the Mayo Clinic said, is not meant to be a primary method of birth control.

    Is Plan B’s Morning After Pill Legal?

    Yes, “plan B,” the morning-after pill is legal in all 50 states.

    Is there an age limit for plan B?

    Not anymore. In June 2013, the FDA approved Plan B One-Step for over-the-counter use no age restrictions.

    Do I need a prescription to get morning after plan B pills?

    No, women do not need a prescription to get it. You can buy Plan B One-Step without a prescription at most pharmacies and retail outlets or online.

    How long does Plan B One-Step last on the shelf? When does it expire?

    If stored correctly, Plan B One-Stephas a shelf life of up to four years, according to an information sheet for the morning-after pill. There is an expiration date on the outside of the box as well as instructions for proper storage.

    How much are morning after plan b pills?

    Plan B One-Step costs between $40 and $50, according to Planned Parenthood. Cheaper, generic versions are available, such as Take action, My way, Option 2, My choice, After aand EContra.

    Generic morning-after pills cost between $11 and $45. Many of these pills can be found at retail stores across the country.

    Where can I find the pills near me? Does Walmart sell them?

    yes you can buy Plan B One-Step at Walmart as well as other morning after pills. Check Walmart.com for the nearest location and if available.

    Does Target sell morning-after pills for plan B?

    You can buy plan B at Target. See the nearest location at Target website if the morning after pill is in stock.

    Does Walgreens sell morning-after plan B pills?

    Yes, you can buy plan B at Walgreens. Check its availability at Walgreens official website in addition to others emergency contraceptive products.

    Does Kroger sell morning after pills?

    You can buy plan B at Krogerwhich stores other morning after pills. Visit Kroger.com to check the nearest in-stock pill near you.

    Does CVS Pharmacy sell plan B morning after pills?

    yes you can buy plan B at CVS Pharmacy. See your nearest CVS location by visiting the retailer’s official website at CVS.com.

    Can you buy plan B morning after pills online?

    Yes, in addition to the stores listed above, Plan B can be purchased on Amazon.com and through other online retailers.

    Jalen Williams is a trends reporter at the Detroit Free Press. Contact him at [email protected].

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