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FAQs: TAKING MORNING AFTER PILL

In what situations should I use Morning After Pill?

Use Morning After Pill in the following situations to help prevent an accidental pregnancy. - You had sex and were not using birth control - You missed your regular birth control and had unprotected sex - There was some other issue with the birth

When should I not use Morning After Pill?

You should not use Morning After Pill: - If you are already pregnant because it will not work - For regular birth control as there are more effective methods you can use - If you have ever had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel or any other

How soon after unprotected sex should I take the Morning After Pill?

If you want to try to prevent a pregnancy, you should take Morning After Pill within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex. The sooner you take it, the better it will work.

Do I need to take the Morning After Pill in the morning?

You don't have to wait until the next morning; you can take Morning After Pill at any time of day or night. You should take Morning After Pill within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex. The sooner you take it, the better it will work.

Should I take Morning After Pill with food or water?

Morning After Pill can be taken without food or water. Taking it with water will make it easier to swallow.

Are there any side effects?

Some people may experience side effects which are usually mild and of short duration. Side effects may include the following. - Menstrual changes (irregular bleeding) - Nausea - Lower stomach (abdominal) pains - Tiredness - Headache - Dizziness -

Tell me more about the menstrual changes or irregular bleeding

After taking Morning After Pill, some women may experience temporary changes in their menstrual bleeding and that is normal. The bleeding may not look like your normal period or it may be only spotting. Your period may be heavier or lighter, or early

What should I do after taking Morning After Pill?

No further action is required. - If you wish to take an early pregnancy test, wait until 10 days after the day on which you had unprotected sex to do the test. You should use condoms when you have sex until your next period comes.

How can I be sure if Morning After Pill worked?

You will know Morning After Pill has worked when you get your next period, which should come at the expected time. Sometimes your period can be up to a week late. If you wish to find out earlier whether Morning After Pill has worked, you can do an

After taking Morning After Pill, how long do I have to wait to get my period?

You should expect your period to be on time. Your period may be delayed up to a week and still be normal. If your period is more than a week late, it is possible you might be pregnant. Get a pregnancy test and follow up with your healthcare

What if my period is late?

If your period is more than a week late, it's possible you might be pregnant. Get a pregnancy test and follow up with your healthcare professional.

How often can I take Morning After Pill?

Morning After Pill should not be used as a regular method of birth control. If you are having unprotected sex regularly and want to avoid getting pregnant, you should use regular birth control.  Learn more about regular birth control options at www.b

Will Morning After Pill work if I am already pregnant?

No. Morning After Pill is not an abortion pill. If conception has already occurred, Morning After Pill will not trigger a miscarriage.

I'm already pregnant. Will Morning After Pill affect my pregnancy?

No. Morning After Pill will not stop or harm an existing pregnancy from developing normally.

I took Morning After Pill and I think I may be pregnant. What should I do?

Take a pregnancy test to confirm that you are pregnant and seek appropriate medical attention.

Can I take Morning After Pill before sex?

Morning After Pill should be used within 72 hours after unprotected sex. If you take it before unprotected sex, it may not help prevent a pregnancy. If you know you are about to have unprotected sex, consider using a condom instead of taking Morning

I'm breastfeeding. Can I still take Morning After Pill?

Yes. It is safe to take Morning After Pill if you are breastfeeding. Progestin-only pills such as Morning After Pill do not interfere with breast milk production. They also do not affect the growth and development of the infant you are breastfeeding.

I am taking another medication/other medications. Will my medication(s) affect how Morning After Pill works?

Some medications you are taking may reduce the effectiveness of Morning After Pill. These medicines include: - efavirenz (an HIV medication) - rifampin (a tuberculosis medicine) - medication for seizures (epilepsy) If you are taking one of these

Will Morning After Pill affect the actions of any of my other medications I am using?

Morning after Pill may have a transient (short term) effect on other medications you are taking. Read the labeling of all medications that you are using to find out if there is an interaction with progestin-only pills like Morning After Pill. You may

Other questions about birth control including emergency contraception?

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I'm feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Is this normal?

It is normal to feel stressed and some people also feel overwhelmed by the fear of an accidental pregnancy. Speak to a health care provider if you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed.