Morning after pills like Plan B are “a great form of contraception,” Shah said. “What I tell people though, is that if you’re finding that you’re using it so often, it may be a good idea to think about something that it is more consistent just in terms of lifestyle.”
Unfortunately, it’s important to note that Plan B isn’t equally effective for everyone – further limiting options for many in accessing emergency contraception. According Planned Parenthood, levonorgestrel pills may not work for people who weigh 165 pounds or more.