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Me and my boyfriend had unprotected sex on 1st April. I took an emergency contraceptive pill immediately after one hour of unprotected sex. I had no side effects or symptoms after that. But I got my periods 15 days earlier i.e. on 15th April.

By April 29, 2017 - 6:12am
 
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And my periods continued for 4 days. Should I be worried?

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Hi, Sakura007.

Thank you for your post.

Emergency contraceptives are up to 95% effective when taken as prescribed within the first 24 hours, so the risk is very small. Side effects can include stomach aches, headaches, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell. Symptoms usually start 2-7 days after taking the medication and may or may not include bleeding or spotting. Not all women get symptoms. If you don’t get your next period within a week or so of its expected date, a pregnancy test is recommended. It can cause your period to be early or late, have a lighter or a heavier flow.

Helena

April 29, 2017 - 10:55am
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