Are cramps common with a missed period after an I-pill?

Question

Hi doctor,

We had unprotected sex, and after that, took an I-pill within an hour. After 6 to 7 days, she had spotting for 2 to 3 days. It is almost six days up. There is no clue for periods, and she is also suffering from cramps, vomiting, and nausea. But we have taken the test almost four times. It is always negative.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. As she took an emergency contraceptive pill within one hour, the possibility of pregnancy is less. The bleeding she got after 6 to 7 days could be withdrawal bleeding due to the emergency contraceptive pill.

As she disturbed the natural cycle by taking a pill, it may take some time for the regularization of her cycles. And the next period may come after one month of spotting. Cramps and nausea may be due to some other causes, like infection, either vaginal or gastric, renal-related, etc.

Clinical examination and ultrasound will help in finding out the possible cause of the problem, and treatment can be taken accordingly.

I hope this helps.

Take care.