Contraceptive pills are hormonal tablets used to prevent pregnancy. They are 99.9% effective and are taken orally. Contraceptive pills are commercially available in two forms, combination pills that contain synthetic forms of estrogen and progesterone hormones, and mini-pills which only contain progesterone.
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Query: Hello doctor, I had a normal period two weeks ago but now I am having a very heavy period with strange cramping, light headedness, and nausea. I am currently taking birth control pills also. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and can understand your concern.The reason for having heavy periods in mid-cycle may be due to missing any dose of birth control pills. Consumption of emergency contraceptive pills, at a young age there is less chance of any fibroid or adenomyosis. But... Read Full »
I had unprotected sex and took a Plan B pill within 24 hours. Will I still get pregnant?
Query: Hi doctor,I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend and took the morning-after pill (Plan B). What are the probabilities of me getting pregnant five days after my period ended, even though I took an emergency pill? I have been under a lot of stress, and my back hurts, and so do my breast, but that is ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per you, given your history, the chances of getting pregnant are very less. So, Plan B has 91 to 99% efficiency with time. All symptoms do not suggest pregnancy as it is only 14 days to unprotected intercourse. You can share your cycle det... Read Full »