Washing hands with water removes almost all sperm, and digital penetration itself carries virtually no risk. Furthermore, taking levonorgestrel within 12 hours is highly effective at preventing pregnancy. Regarding the pregnancy test, six days is too early to show an accurate result. For complete peace of mind, she should take a home urine pregnancy test 14 to 21 days after the incident, or if her period is late.

Since your girlfriend took Unwanted 72 (levonorgestrel), it is quite common for her menstrual cycle to be temporarily disrupted. This medication frequently causes delayed periods as well as unexpected spotting or bleeding. While this bleeding is a common side effect of the hormone and often suggests the pill is working, there is still a very small chance of pregnancy. To give you both peace of mind, I highly recommend she takes a simple home pregnancy test. It is the most reliable way to be sure, as the delay and bleeding are likely just side effects of the pill.

Since she took the emergency contraceptive pill (like i-pill or Unwanted 72, which contains levonorgestrel) within an hour, it is highly effective. Because the contact happened right after her period ended, her risk of pregnancy was already quite low. Regarding her next period, emergency contraception can temporarily alter her hormone levels. It is very common for her next period to be a few days early, late, or for her to experience light spotting. If her period is delayed by more than a week, she should take a home pregnancy test just for peace of mind.

Please rest assured that experiencing bleeding and cramping about eight days after taking emergency contraception like Unwanted-72 (levonorgestrel) is very common. This high dose of hormones temporarily alters your cycle, often causing withdrawal bleeding, which indicates the medication is working rather than signaling pregnancy. While this is a typical side effect, the most reliable way to rule out pregnancy is to take a home pregnancy test 21 days after the unprotected intercourse. If your bleeding becomes exceptionally heavy (soaking through a pad per hour) or if the cramping becomes severe, please consult a healthcare provider for an evaluation.

Yes, taking Unwanted 72 (levonorgestrel) just one hour after sex is highly effective. Emergency contraceptive pills work best the sooner they are taken, ideally within 24 hours, though they remain effective for up to 72 hours. Since you took it so quickly, it has a very high chance of preventing pregnancy. Please remember that emergency contraception is for occasional use and does not protect against sexually transmitted infections. If your next period is delayed by more than a week, a simple home pregnancy test can give you peace of mind.

It is very common to experience a delayed period after taking emergency contraception, such as levonorgestrel. These medications use hormones to delay ovulation, which can temporarily disrupt your cycle and cause your next period to be late, early, or different in flow. While a delay is a known side effect, we also want to rule out pregnancy. If you haven't already, taking a home pregnancy test is the most reliable way to get peace of mind. If the test is negative and your period is more than a week late, please consult a healthcare provider for guidance. You are doing the right thing by checking in.