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If my period stopped after taking an i-pill (emergency contraceptive), when will my next period come, and is there any reason to worry?

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If my period stopped after taking an i-pill (emergency contraceptive), when will my next period come, and is there any reason to worry?

Asked by Female, 18 · 10 days ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

10 days ago

It is very common to experience changes in your menstrual cycle after taking the i-pill (a levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive). This medication contains hormones that can temporarily delay your period, make it lighter, or cause spotting. There is usually no need to worry. Your next period will most likely arrive within a week of its expected date, though it may sometimes be delayed by up to 10 days. To give you peace of mind, I recommend taking a home pregnancy test if your period is delayed by more than a week. Please rest assured, this is a very common reaction to the medication.

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If my period stopped after taking an i-pill (emergency contraceptive), when will my next period come, and is there any reason to worry?

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