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Typically emergency contraception pills are very effective in protecting against pregnancy. Since you took the pills so close to after having unprotected sex, that helps reduce the risk even further.
A common symptom of morning after pills is a irregular period. And it is very possible that may be the reason as to why you are having a darker brown color in your menstrual cycle. Since you had your period and took emergency contraception, I would say your chance of pregnancy is low. However, the only real way to be sure is to take a pregnancy test if you are concerned.
If you plan on continuing to have unprotected sex, I recommend using a form of birth control such as the pill or patch. That will help reduce the risk of pregnancy. Emergency contraception should not be used regularly because it can effect your menstrual cycle and make it irregular.
I hope this has helped! Please let me know if you have further questions.
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Hi Anon,
Thank you for sharing your question with the EmpowHER community!
Typically emergency contraception pills are very effective in protecting against pregnancy. Since you took the pills so close to after having unprotected sex, that helps reduce the risk even further.
A common symptom of morning after pills is a irregular period. And it is very possible that may be the reason as to why you are having a darker brown color in your menstrual cycle. Since you had your period and took emergency contraception, I would say your chance of pregnancy is low. However, the only real way to be sure is to take a pregnancy test if you are concerned.
If you plan on continuing to have unprotected sex, I recommend using a form of birth control such as the pill or patch. That will help reduce the risk of pregnancy. Emergency contraception should not be used regularly because it can effect your menstrual cycle and make it irregular.
I hope this has helped! Please let me know if you have further questions.
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January 2, 2015 - 12:48amErin
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