Took plan b 2 weeks ago and still no period

Wondering how taking Plan B might affect you? We’ve got you.

Plan B is safe and effective. Some women may experience side effects from taking Plan B; these side effects tend to be mild. Remember: Plan B doesn’t stay in your body long term—it works to help prevent pregnancy after only one incidence of unprotected sex.

Possible Plan B side effects include:

  • A period that’s lighter, heavier, early, or late
  • Nausea
  • Lower abdominal cramps
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Breast tenderness
  • Vomiting

Some women taking Plan B One‑Step may have changes in their period, such as spotting or bleeding before their next period. If your period is more than a week late, it’s possible you might be pregnant. Get a pregnancy test and follow up with your healthcare professional.

If you vomit within 2 hours of taking Plan B, talk to your healthcare
professional to find out if you should repeat the dose.

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Took plan b 2 weeks ago and still no period

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‘I forgot to take some pills during my last cycle. I missed at least two tablets. So, in a panic, I took the morning after pill 12 hours after having sex with my boyfriend. That was now two weeks ago! Since then, he’s worn a condom and I’ve taken my contraception… But I still haven’t had my period. I’m three days late and I’m very worried. Does that mean I’m pregnant? ’
Anonymous, 23
(forgotten pill)

What the expert says:

For some women, the morning after pill can cause your period to come early. In others, it’s the opposite — they may cause your period to come late. There’s no need to panic in either situation. You’ve made the right decision to use condoms since then, and to continue to take your oral contraceptive. Well done on being responsible.

The fear of getting pregnant and the hormonal changes, related to stress, may also be causing your period to be late, especially if you don’t have any symptoms that might indicate pregnancy (such as nausea, swollen breasts etc.). It’s a good idea to wait for a week after the expected date of your period before doing a pregnancy test to be sure the results are accurate – they can be easily found at a pharmacy. If the test comes back negative and you still don’t have your period, it’s advised that you make an appointment with your doctor so they can examine you. In case of any doubt, the doctor will prescribe a blood test to check your beta-hCG (hCG is the hormone secreted by the placenta), to find out what’s going on with your body.

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Took plan b 2 weeks ago and still no period

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I had unprotected sex and took a Plan B One Step as soon as possible. I got my period a week early, it only lasted two days, and I just got it again today (that’s when it was supposed to happen). I have absolutely no idea what is going on with my body right now, and it’s freaking me out. What’s happening?

Unexpected changes to your period can be scary, especially if you’ve had unprotected sex and aren’t sure what’s up with your body. But it sounds like you’re just experiencing some normal side effects of emergency contraception (also known as the morning-after pill). 

Some irregular bleeding — also known as spotting — can happen after you take the morning-after pill. Getting your period after taking emergency contraception (EC) is a sign that you’re not pregnant. It’s also normal for your period to be heavier or lighter, or earlier or later than usual after taking EC.

If you take the morning-after pill frequently, it can make your period irregular. That’s one reason why using it as a regular form of birth control isn’t a good idea.

Learn more about emergency contraception, how it works, and its common side effects. 

Tags: pregnancy, periods, the morning-after pill

How long will my period be delayed after taking Plan B?

Using the morning-after pill may delay your period by up to one week. If you don't get your period within three to four weeks of taking the morning-after pill, take a pregnancy test. Normally, you don't need to contact your health care provider after using the morning-after pill.

Can Plan B Make your period late the next month?

Can emergency contraception delay period? Emergency contraception can delay your period. In fact, getting your period later or earlier than usual is one of the most common side effects of emergency contraception pills like Plan B and ella.