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Does plan b contraceptive cause a period?
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NO: Plan b alters the lining of your uterus and so prevents implantation. It may cause some breakthrough bleeding but does not cause a period.
Answered 6/3/2017
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It could impact: period. 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 11/28/2017
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