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I took plan b and i have cramping and bleeding for 4 days. its not my period because i took plan b during my period.how long does this usually last?

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Dr. Mary David answered

Varies: Some abnormal bleeding is to be expected after taking Plan B because it works by interfering with ovulation. How long the bleeding lasts varies from woman to woman and with when in the cycle it was taken. Sorry I can't give you a more definite answer.

Answered 3/27/2015

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A member asked:

I took plan b and i have cramping and bleeding for 4 days. its not my period because i took plan b during my period.how long does this usually last?

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Dr. Mary David answered

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