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Plan b and menstrual cycle changes related?
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Yes: Plan b can make your cycle somewhat irregular. If you are concerned, take a pregnancy test to be sure.
Answered 9/9/2017
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They can be.: Potential side effects w emergency contraception include: menstrual flow changes (spotting, bleeding, early or late period), nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fatigue, headache, breast tenderness & abdominal pain or cramps. Take pregnancy test & notify dr if your period is 7 or > days late.
Answered 9/9/2017
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