Plan B Pill Question. Dr's or Nurses Please!?

Question

So I was obviously in a situation where a condom failed, and the next morning I went and got the Plan B pill. Took it as directed and a few days later I got my period for a very short cycle. Is there any chance I could still be pregnant?

Answer 1

If you had a period, it is highly unlikely you're pregnant.

Plan B contains medications & hormones that will significantly irregulate your cycle.

Many of our patients who've used it experience much of the same scenario... experience a "mini" period, then about 2-3 weeks later a "normal" cycle...

You can expect your cycle to be irregular this cycle and perhaps into next... (Six weeks to regulate usually)

Good Luck

Answer 2

Levonorgestrel is a female hormones that prevents ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucous and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or failure of other forms of birth control (such as condom breakage, or missing 2 or more birth control pills).

Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Do not use this medication if you are already pregnant. Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive will not terminate a pregnancy that has already begun (the fertilized egg has attached to the uterus). Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive is not intended for use as a routine form of birth control and should not be used in this manner. Talk with your doctor about the many forms of birth control available. Do not give this medication to anyone younger than 18 years old. Contact a doctor for medical advice.

Answer 3

There is a chance, but most likely - no. Period gets messed up after you take plan B. Often enough, it comes too early. I'm not a doctor, but have taken plan B several times in my life. I was always worried out of my mind, but it all turned out OK.