Why did my wife get an early, heavier-than-normal period two days after taking the i-pill, and is there still a chance she could be pregnant? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Why did my wife get an early, heavier-than-normal period two days after taking the i-pill, and is there still a chance she could be pregnant?

Asked by Female, 21 · 2 days ago

Veda Maddala

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2 days ago

It is very common to experience early or heavier bleeding after taking the i-pill (levonorgestrel). This happens due to the sudden hormonal changes caused by the emergency contraceptive, which often trigger withdrawal bleeding. While this bleeding is a typical side effect and usually indicates the medication is working, there is still a very small chance of pregnancy, as no emergency contraceptive is 100% effective. To be completely sure, I recommend your wife takes a home pregnancy test three weeks after the intercourse. Please reassure her that this reaction is quite common, but do consult a doctor if she experiences severe pain or excessively heavy bleeding.

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