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still no period after using morning after pill a day after having unprotected sex?

By Anonymous January 7, 2017 - 2:27pm
 
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I had unprotected sex,stupid i know but i went straight to the pharmacy and boot the morning after pill the next day, not even 24 hours had passed. although i have not had sex since, i have also tried 3 pregnancy tests which have shown negative but still no period? need advice or reassurance?

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Dear Anon,

Thanks for reaching out to us today.

Emergency contraceptives are up to 95% effective when taken as prescribed within the first 24 hours. Side effects can include stomach aches, headaches, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell. Symptoms usually start 3-7 days after taking the medication and may or may not include bleeding or spotting. Not all women get symptoms. Some get many, or a few, or none. It's recommended If you don’t get your next period within a week of it’s expected date a pregnancy test may be necessary although the risk is very low.

Keep us posted.

Best,
Helena

January 7, 2017 - 6:16pm
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