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My partner took an I-pill after unprotected sex. Is she safe?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner took the I-pill within two hours of unprotected sex. Is there any more risk? And also her periods are due at this point of time. So, will she have her periods this month? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken the emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. So relax and do not worry. However, if you have a doubt then get back to me. Take care. Read Full »
Could I-pill cause headache, irritation and body pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex with my wife on the fourth day of her menses and she took I-pill within 24 hours. The next day also we had unprotected sex and she again took an I-pill. After eight days, she bled and eight days later again she bled. She should get her menses by now, but still she di... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. She has already bled twice this month and that means to say that she has already done with her periods, though before actual date. So, now she will not have her periods. Moreover, you said that the urine pregnancy test is negative and so there is nothing to worry about.... Read Full »
I had unprotected sex. Can I repeatedly take an I-pill?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex on 11th of this month, and took an I-pill the next day and again on 13th, the condom leaked, should I take another I-pill? I finished my periods on 10th of this month. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken an emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse there is no chance of pregnancy. The pill will be effective for 72 hours of intercourse there is no need to repeat the same. However, if you have a doubt then get back to me. Take care. Read Full »
Up to how many weeks into pregnancy is abortion possible?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old unmarried girl. I am curious to know about the various options for abortions (medical and surgical) and up to how many days they can be done. I tried to look online but, I got several different answers. So, I thought of asking a doctor about it. Also, I want to know ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The medical or chemical termination of pregnancy is safe and effective until 10 weeks. If it is beyond 12 weeks, surgical procedures may be required. If you take an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of a pregnancy. They ... Read Full »
I am not getting periods after taking the I-pill. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I really need your help. I had unprotected sex and then, within 12 hours, I had I-pill. After seven days, I started bleeding and the next month I did not get my periods and in the month end, I took Deviry 10 mg for five days and now it has been three days, my periods have not started. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since you have taken the emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse there is no chance of pregnancy. Also, you say that you had withdrawal bleeding. So relax and do not worry. The delay could be because of hormonal changes due to the pill you have taken. There is not... Read Full »
Will emergency contraception work after 48 hours?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex and took I-pill after 48 hours. Will it work? I do not think ejaculation happened. However, I am nervous. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken the emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse there is no chance of pregnancy. So relax and do not worry. However, if you have a doubt, then get back to me. Take care. Read Full »
Can I take an I-pill after three days of unprotected sex?
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex and taken a pill after the sex. I did not get any bleeding after taking a pill. Then, I had unprotected sex again after six days. Shall I take Unwanted 72 today that is, after three days of last unprotected sex? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have not crossed 72 hours of intercourse, then please take an emergency contraceptive pill. However, if you have already crossed 72 hours of intercourse, then there is no help for taking the medication. In case of doubt, you can get a urine pregnancy test done wi... Read Full »
Why is my period late after taking emergency contraception?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 42-year-old female. I had my last period on third of this month. I had unprotected sex on twenty first. I had an I-pill on the same day. My usual menstrual cycle is 26 to 28 days, but there are no symptoms of periods. Is there any reason to worry? When will I get my periods? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. The delay could be because of hormonal changes due to your pill. So relax and do not worry. However, if you doubt, get a urine pregnancy test done with ... Read Full »
After taking emergency pill, why did I have light bleeding?
Query: Hi doctor,I got my last periods between 20th to 25th of last month. I had unprotected sex on the 28th and 1st. I took an I-pill immediately the next morning after both the times. I had a slight bleeding on the 19th that lasted only a day. I did a pregnancy test on the 26th, which was negative. Until... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. The bleeding you noticed could be withdrawal bleeding. You will definitely get your periods. If you have a doubt then repeat your urine pregnancy test a... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have had an I-pill at 24 hours of sexual act after six days of my last period. Are there chances of pregnancy in that case? What can be done? Please guide. I am really worried. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Since you have taken pills within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no change of pregnancy. So, relax and do not worry. However, if you have a doubt, then get back to me. Hope this helps. Take care. Read Full »