It is still possible to be pregnant, though taking the i-Pill (levonorgestrel) within 72 hours greatly reduces your risk. The light bleeding you experienced a week after taking the pill is a common side effect of emergency contraception. These hormones can also alter your menstrual cycle, causing your period to be early, late, or missed altogether. To give yourself peace of mind and get a definitive answer, I highly recommend taking a home pregnancy test, as it will be highly accurate by now. Please reach out to a healthcare provider if you need further guidance or support.

A pregnancy test taken just seven days after intercourse is unfortunately not reliable, even after using emergency contraception. It typically takes about 14 to 21 days for the body to produce enough pregnancy hormone to be detected. I recommend waiting and taking another test 14 days after the intercourse, and repeating it at 21 days if your period has not started. Please remember that emergency contraception can also cause your period to be a few days early or late.

Yes, the i-pill (levonorgestrel) can cause mild, temporary side effects even if a woman is not pregnant. In fact, it is designed to be taken when not pregnant to prevent pregnancy. Common temporary symptoms include nausea, fatigue, headache, breast tenderness, or slight changes in the next menstrual cycle, such as spotting or a slightly early or delayed period. Please be reassured that these symptoms are very common, harmless, and typically resolve on their own within a few days. If you experience severe abdominal pain or if your period is delayed by more than a week, it is best to consult a healthcare professional.

Since you used an intact condom and she also took emergency contraception, such as levonorgestrel, the risk of pregnancy is extremely low?almost zero. You both did everything right. Even though the risk is minimal, taking a home pregnancy test about three weeks after intercourse is still a good idea. This is a simple, routine step to provide you both with absolute peace of mind, especially if her next period is delayed by more than a week.

Emergency contraception is a very common cause of cycle disruption, as the hormones in these pills can significantly delay ovulation. Other factors like stress can also play a role. Since your home pregnancy test is negative, pregnancy is unlikely. However, because it has been over six weeks, the best next step is to consult a healthcare provider. They can perform a simple blood test to definitively rule out pregnancy and evaluate other potential hormonal causes.

Yes, your partner can still take emergency contraception. While levonorgestrel is most effective when taken within 72 hours, its effectiveness decreases after that. However, another option called ulipristal acetate remains highly effective for up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex. Alternatively, a doctor can insert a copper intrauterine device (IUD) within 5 days, which is the most effective emergency option. I gently encourage you to visit a local clinic or speak with a pharmacist as soon as possible to find the best choice for her.