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How many months more or less does it usually take to get your period back on track after the morning after pill? thanks

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

A few days: The morning after pill if out of your system in a few days with no long term effects on the menstrual cycle. Very temporary menstrual cycle disruption is common -- meaning some bleeding a few days after taking it.

Answered 2/4/2015

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