Plan 'B' is an abortion pill NOT an emergency contraceptive. Experts explain the difference.

 

The false statement: 

Plan B is an emergency contraceptive not an abortion pill. Experts explain the difference. Fri, June 25, 2021, 1:49 PM https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/plan-b /  Abby Haglage                                                                                               

     

 

The truth: Prescribing information for Plan B points out that the drug works by “preventing ovulation” or “possibly preventing fertilization.”  Or it may alter the endometrium and thereby “inhibit implantation.”[1]  This refers to implantation of any newly conceived human individual/zygote in the mother’s womb.  Hence, the complete clinical pharmacology of Plan B demands that the drug product be duly recognized as an abortifacient – or potential abortifacient – and not merely described as “emergency contraception.” Plan B prescribing information, available online at http://planbonestep.com/plan-b-pharmacists/how-plan-b-works.aspx [accessed 2013 May 1].  Originally accessed at http://www.go2planb.com/PDF/ PlanBPI.pdf [2006 Mar 7].   Plan B One Step contains 1.50 mg levonorgestrel per tablet. https://lozierinstitute.org/plan-b-abortifacient-and-other-risks/