What does my bleeding after taking an I-pill indicate?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had unprotected sex with my husband 17 days back. I took I-pill within three to four hours. Two days later I again took I-pill. My last period was 23 days ago. Now, since two days I am having slight bleeding of brownish red color and cramps too. I usually have cramps during my periods. Is it implantation bleeding? Or side effect of I-pill?

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Since your last period was 23 days back, no need to take I-pill at all, as you were on safe zone if your periods are regular. You took unnecessarily one more I-pill again. Please try to understand that I-pill is an emergency contraceptive pill and not a routine pill. You should take oral contraceptive (OC) pill from first day of your menses for 21 days to continue normal contraception. I-pill contains stronger hormones and taking frequently is not safe at all. Try to discuss with your gynecologist regarding your menses and safe dates. Now, you must be having an I-pill induced bleeding. Your period might get delayed due to I-pill; you can wait for your date. You can get a pregnancy test for your safety.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

If intercourse happened only 17 days back, then there is no chance of pregnancy.