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A member asked:

Does the emergency contraceptive pill cause an irregular period afterward?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: This is a common side effect. But take a pregnancy test if you miss a period.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/24/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It may: Potential side effects w emergency contraception include menstrual flow changes (spotting, bleeding, early or late period). Take pregnancy test & notify dr if your period is 7 or > days late.

Dr Gabor and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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