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I took plan b after unprotected sex with my husband 2 1/2 weeks ago, exaclty on my most fertile day (didnt realize that until later). Had possibly breakthrough bleeding one week after that, one week before my expected period. Now I'm 5 days late of my scheduled period and have been having minor cramping (which i rarely if ever get regularly) and slight nausea. Whenever I did have any cramping before AF it only lasted one day tops! Any imput as to what could be causeing the cramping?
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I have a question .. I had unprotected sex with my husband on the 17 th of November and I took the plan b pill the next day which was 10 hours and I usually get my period on the 25th of every month which I did it last for 5 days but very light and I knew that was because I took the pill but at this day I've been having cramps and my chest has been really tender and idk why are those the side effects of the pill please help!!
December 2, 2014 - 9:58pmThis Comment
Hello Anonymous,
Thank you for your question.
Common side effects of Plan B include nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain, dizziness, tired feeling, breast tenderness, changes in menstrual period, or headache.
Are your breasts tender or does your chest feel tender when you touch it?
If your symptoms of cramping and chest tenderness persist or worsen, please call your doctor right away.
Regards,
December 3, 2014 - 10:29amMaryann
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My last period was on July 11th and finished on the 16th , I had unprotected sex on July 31 took plan b pill 45 mins after sex . the week after taking the pill , I had nothing but cramps going on , and the next week on the third day , 13 days after taking the pill I have a brownish discharge on my underwear , as I'm assuming it's spotting , but now I'm getting heavy cramps almost as if I'm about to get my period soon .. Can I take a pregnancy test now before my period starts ? This is my first time and I have no ideas what I just got myself into !!!!
August 14, 2014 - 11:23pmThis Comment
Hello Anonymous,
I can appreciate your concerns. This must be confusing and somewhat frightening.
Wait another week and see if your period starts.
I am most concerned about the heavy cramping. According to the Plan B website, lower abdominal pain is a less common side effect. Sudden or unusual cramps or pain in the upper abdomen is an unusual side effect of the pill. With both symptoms, it is advised that you contact your physician.
Regards,
August 15, 2014 - 9:03amMaryann
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I'm having the same problem now.... I had unprotected sex two weeks ago and took plan b after 24 hours. A week after right when I expected my period I bled for 1 day and 1/2 then now that two weeks have passes I'm cramping for 3 days straight but with no period. I took 2 hpt tests and were negative. Have you been informed of anything, why this happens?
December 11, 2012 - 12:40amThis Comment
Hi CazAnne,
Since you are still experiencing the cramping, you should consult your physician immediately.
Please keep us updated.
March 25, 2011 - 10:57amMissie
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thnks! i'll make an appt!
March 25, 2011 - 11:15amThis Comment
Hi CazAnne,
According to the website, RxList.com, the most common adverse side effects of Plan B include nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache and menstrual changes. Periods can be heavier or lighter than normal after taking Plan B. Menstrual bleeding patterns are often irregular. Some women may experience spotting a few days after taking Plan B. At the time of expected menses, approximately 75% of women using Plan B had vaginal bleeding similar to their normal menses, 12-13% bled more than usual, and 12% bled less than usual. The majority of women (87%) had their next menstrual period at the expected time or within ± 7 days, while 13% had a delay of more than 7 days beyond the anticipated onset of menses.
March 21, 2011 - 5:49pmIf your period is late by more than one week and the cramping gets worse, call your doctor.
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Well its now been 9 days worth of cramping. took two hpts. a week apart both neg. Would the plan b be affecting me this long after taking it? Everyhting I've read said that most of the side effects of the Plan B says they only last 24-48 hrs. plus my cramping and what-not didnt START until two weeks later! I'm so confused! Should I see my doctor. what else could the problem be?? Thanks!
March 25, 2011 - 10:25amThis Comment