HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologyecp tabletsI am having pain in my abdomen and brown colored bleeding after eight days of taking the I-pill. Why?

Can I-pill cause brown colored bleeding and pain in the abdomen?

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Published At January 26, 2023
Reviewed AtJanuary 27, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had taken the I-pill one hour after sex because the condom had ripped off, and now after eight days of taking the pill, I am having pain in my abdomen and brown color bleeding.

Please help me.

Thank you.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The symptoms you are experiencing could be a side effect of the emergency contraceptive pill (ECP), also known as the "morning-after pill." It is not uncommon for some women to experience abdominal pain and bleeding after taking the ECP. This bleeding is not a period but a side effect of the medication.

However, these symptoms can also indicate a more serious condition, such as ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus) or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Therefore, it is important to seek medical attention if you are experiencing severe pain or heavy bleeding, as these may be signs of a more serious problem.

It is also important to understand that emergency contraceptive pills are not meant to be used as a regular form of birth control. They are to be used in emergencies only. It is always recommended to use regular forms of birth control, such as condoms and birth control pills.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq
Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

Cardiology

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