birth control?

Question

okay well I just got off my period today I got put on birth control cause of my heavy periods. I took the birth control on sunday the way the doctor order. Now I feel slight of headaches and my legs feel like a crap like I do before I get my period. could it be the birth control doing this to my body. the last time I had sex was March 2 and it was protected took a pregnancy test came back negative. Can someone plz tell me if this the birth control and what other symthoms come with the birth control also when does birth control kick in. thanks

Answer 1

Birth Control has side effects. One of them is cramping. your body is trying to adjust to the medication because it is changing your hormones and such. I was nauseated and dizzy, It may last up to a month or two. If things don't change.. go see your OBGYN or whoever prescribed it to you. It's good that you're protected another way besides the pill alone. The pill take one cycle (one month) for it to be really affected. And it MUST be taken at the same time everyday.. good luck.

Answer 2

Generally it takes two weeks or one complete cycle before it is safe to have sex.
The reduction of mentrual cramping, bleeding ect can take several cycles as your body adjusts itself to the new hormone levels. Due to these adjustments, it can take the same amount of time for unwanted side effects to wear off. Headaches, nausea etc can be normal for a few months, but this all soon went away for me.
The only long term side effect for me, was my breasts went up 2 cup sizes...no complaints!
You have to stick with it for at least a month, and if you dont like it, try another brand.
For me, taking it was one of the best decisions I ever made, as my periods were utter hell, ten days of horrendous cramping and practically haemoraging. I suffer no more!!
Good luck, I hope it helps you as much as it help me!!

Answer 3

Yes, the headaches could be from being on the pill. I would definitely let the dr know what's going on.

As for the effectiveness of the pill kicking in with the ones I've tried the manufacturer says 1 week, but I would recommend double checking with your pharmacist on this.