I am having nausea and feeling weak after taking I-pill on an empty stomach. Kindly help me.

Question

Hi doctor,

I have taken I-pill emergency contraceptive pill in the morning today without eating anything. I have experienced nausea, vomiting, weakness, and dizziness from the morning, but now I have pain in my breast like something heavy is on my chest. How to reduce it, and what is it? Kindly guide me.

Answer 1

Hi,

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I-pill (Levonorgestrel) or emergency contraceptive pills contain high-level hormones. If it is taken, it disrupts the normal menstrual cycle. The person may bleed irregularly or have delayed bleeding in the next cycle. The pill can cause nausea, vomiting, breast discomfort, and pain. It is better to take an antiemetic two hours prior to the consumption of the pill.

Very rarely, the person may get pregnant even after the pill. However, the pregnancy after the failure of the pill is usually safe and free from defects. I-pill is meant for occasional use. They should not be misused. Regular use of I-pill may lead to hormonal imbalance and infertility.

Regular contraceptive methods are much more effective for long-term use, and emergency contraceptive pills should be used exclusively for an emergency only.

I suggest taking an antiemetic, Avomine (Promethazine Theoclate) if vomiting persists, and a pain killer, Ibuprofen if pain persists.

I hope this was helpful.