What problems can occur after taking the emergency pill?

 

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The 'emergency pill' is a popular drug these days. But how deep is our knowledge about this drug? And how accurate is what we know?

The emergency contraceptive pill is a hormonal medication that delays the release of an egg from the ovary, or ovulation, or prevents the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus. However, it is not effective in women who have already ovulated or have a fertilized egg implanted in the uterus.

Who can take it?

1. Those who are not using any birth control method.

2. If the condom is torn or damaged.

3. If you forget to take your regular birth control pill for two or three days in a row.

Who should not take it ?

1. Those who have allergic problems after taking this medicine.

2. Those who are already pregnant.

3. Those who have irregular or excessive menstrual bleeding.

Problems that may occur after eating

1. Nausea.

2. Severe headache.

3. Weight gain.

4. The next menstruation may be early or late, there may be excessive bleeding.

5. Menstruation may be irregular.

6. There may be problems with pregnancy in the future (due to frequent use of medication).

When to see a doctor?

1. Bleeding for more than a week.

2. Severe abdominal pain for more than three to five weeks.

3. Vomiting within two hours of taking the medicine.

4. No menstruation within three weeks.

For those who are using regular birth control methods…

It is important to remember that the ‘emergency pill’ is not a reliable birth control method. It is only used to prevent unwanted pregnancy after unprotected sex. Therefore, it is advisable to continue using the methods you are currently using for regular birth control.