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What Are The Side Effects Of Taking I Pills?

I know its not advisable and I also know its unnecessary. BUT Is it harmful to take ipill or unwanted 72 after having PROTECTED SEX just to be sure? If its not harmful. How many pills should the girl consume to be completely sure that she cant get pregnant? Can these pills be consumed before the sex? What are its benifits/side-effects?
Wed, 24 Mar 2021
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Hi,

I-Pill or Unwanted 72 contains levonorgestrel which is used as an emergency contraceptive method for preventing unwanted pregnancies from unprotected sexual activities. Emergency contraceptive pill is not needed after a protected sexual activities. Despite having some side effects, I Pill is a safe contraceptive methods for women and this medication doesn't affect a woman's heath and fertility. So, any woman should feel free to use I Pill or Unwanted 72 whenever she thinks it's needed.

Usually two pills are advised to take for an abortion after sexual intercourses. Take the first I Pill as soon as possible after a sexual intercourse and then take the second I Pill 12 hours later. The first dose of I Pill should be taken within 72 hours after having sexual encounter as the effectiveness of I Pill is maximum within 24 hours of sexual activities. Side effects are irregular uterine bleeding, spotting or breakthrough bleeding between periods, breast tenderness and enlargement, weight gain, fatigue, weakness, tiredness, dry mouth, vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding, mood swings, depression, dizziness, allergic reactions etc.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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What Are The Side Effects Of Taking I Pills?

Hi, I-Pill or Unwanted 72 contains levonorgestrel which is used as an emergency contraceptive method for preventing unwanted pregnancies from unprotected sexual activities. Emergency contraceptive pill is not needed after a protected sexual activities. Despite having some side effects, I Pill is a safe contraceptive methods for women and this medication doesn t affect a woman s heath and fertility. So, any woman should feel free to use I Pill or Unwanted 72 whenever she thinks it s needed. Usually two pills are advised to take for an abortion after sexual intercourses. Take the first I Pill as soon as possible after a sexual intercourse and then take the second I Pill 12 hours later. The first dose of I Pill should be taken within 72 hours after having sexual encounter as the effectiveness of I Pill is maximum within 24 hours of sexual activities. Side effects are irregular uterine bleeding, spotting or breakthrough bleeding between periods, breast tenderness and enlargement, weight gain, fatigue, weakness, tiredness, dry mouth, vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding, mood swings, depression, dizziness, allergic reactions etc. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician