If you had unprotected sex on 8 May and took an i-Pill on 9 May, the emergency contraceptive may have reduced the risk of pregnancy, but no method is 100% effective. It is also common for i-Pill to cause changes in the timing of the next menstrual period, including delays or earlier bleeding. Since your last period was on 30 April and you have not received your period by 31 May, it would be advisable to take a home pregnancy test if you have not already done so. If the test is negative but your period still does not occur, or if you have symptoms such as persistent abdominal pain or unusual bleeding, consult a gynaecologist for further evaluation. A healthcare professional can determine whether the delay is related to emergency contraception or to another cause and advise on any additional testing or management that may be needed.

Yes, taking two i-pills (levonorgestrel) within one week delivers a high dose of hormones that can significantly disrupt your cycle and delay your period. Most often, your period should arrive within a week of its expected date, but it could be delayed longer. To give you peace of mind, I recommend taking a home pregnancy test since emergency contraception is not 100% effective. Consider discussing reliable, regular birth control options with a healthcare provider.

It is very common to experience menstrual changes after taking emergency contraception, as these hormone-based pills temporarily disrupt your normal cycle. An eight-day delay and light, brownish discharge are typical side effects of the medication altering your uterine lining. However, because emergency contraception is not one hundred percent effective, it is highly recommended to take a home pregnancy test now for peace of mind. If you experience severe abdominal pain or if your normal period does not start soon, please consult a healthcare professional.

Emergency contraceptive pills (such as levonorgestrel) are highly effective, preventing about 75% to 95% of expected pregnancies when taken promptly. The most reliable sign that it worked is the arrival of your next monthly period, which might be slightly early or late due to the hormonal changes. The only definitive way to confirm you are not pregnant is to take a home pregnancy test 14 to 21 days after the intercourse.

Taking the emergency contraceptive pill so quickly?just four hours after sex?makes it highly effective. Because you were on the final day of your period, your chance of pregnancy was already relatively low. A ten-day delay in your period is a very common side effect of the high hormone dose in emergency contraception, which can temporarily disrupt your cycle. However, to give yourself peace of mind, the best next step is to take a simple home pregnancy test. If it is negative, your period should return soon as your body adjusts.

Yes, you can take a blood beta hCG pregnancy test now. Since you took the i-pill (an emergency contraceptive) 10 days ago, a blood test is highly sensitive and can detect pregnancy hormones at this stage, even before your period is due. Please keep in mind that the emergency contraceptive can sometimes alter or delay your menstrual cycle. If the test is negative but your period is delayed by more than a week, it is best to repeat a home pregnancy test or consult your doctor.