Effectiveness of the “morning after pill” for overweight
Overweight patients should note that the effectiveness of the morning after pill decreases with increasing body weight. For example, the dosage of PiDaNa® is designed for a maximum of 70kg body weight and loses its effect from 75kg weight on. The EllaOne® loses effectiveness starting from 90kg body weight and is completely ineffective starting from 95kg. Overweight women are therefore more likely to be advised to use a copper spiral. For this they should be advised by a gynecologist of your choice.
Side effects of the emergency contraceptive pill
As a rule, the “morning after pill” is very well tolerated. Occasionally nausea, vomiting, headaches, abdominal pain or dizziness may occur. In some cases there may be a delay or an early onset of menstruation. The formation of unwanted blood clots (the so-called thrombosis) is unlikely because the “morning after pill” does not contain estrogens.
Period after taking the “morning after pill
After taking the “morning after pill”, menstrual bleeding should start at the usual time. In some cases, there may be a delay or the period may start prematurely in the form of an inter-bleeding. In some cases, the menstrual bleeding may be heavier than usual. However, if menstruation is very weak or has not yet started after more than 5 days, this may be an indication of a possible pregnancy. You should urgently consult your gynecologist for clarification.
“Normal” pill after taking the “morning after pill
The “morning after pill” only postpones the time of ovulation, so it does not provide lasting protection against pregnancy. For this reason it is essential to continue using a contraceptive method for the rest of the cycle. The “normal” pill can continue to be taken as usual.
In the first 7 days after unprotected intercourse, a condom should be used in addition to the pill. After that the contraceptive effect of the pill should have resumed. At the end of the cycle the normal pill break should be observed.
