HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologycontraceptive pillWhat are the side effects of taking 12 I-pills in eight months?

Had 12 I-pills in eight months. What will be the side effect?

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Published At April 22, 2016
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I would like to ask you a few things related to I-pill. Two years, I have taken around 10 to 12 I-pill tablets in eight months, Again I had two tablets last year. What will be the side effect in future? I do not have any complaints rather than weight gain. I was 116 lbs before and now I am 138 lbs. Please guide me.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

An I-pill contains high amount of hormone for contraceptive purpose. I-pill designated as emergency contraception, which means only to be used after an unaccustomed exposure. Then, definitely there will be problem if you take so much high hormonal pills in such a small period. Just like in our day-to-day life, our inner body also feels distressed if she has to face emergency regularly. Surely, you have already faced irregular cycles, spotting as well as absent cycles. Just stop it now and switch over to regular pills as you need protection against pregnancy. Try combined oral contraceptive pills like Novelon and Femilon (combination of Desogestrel and Ethinyl estradiol).

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Is diagnostic study required to identify whether I have any problem related to this? Will it cause any problem in my future pregnancy?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Hormones are powerful agents, but fortunately degrades quickly leaving no longstanding effect. As such, there is no diagnostic test. Establishment of a regular cycle is a sign that you have no longstanding effect. No problem will arise with your pregnancy in future.

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

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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