ella for Emergency Contraception User Reviews (Page 4)

• Lano
• August 23, 2020

"I would advise any girls to use all prevention methods of getting pregnant just not to reach to EllaOne. I took it last September and after that my life has turned upside down. Since then up to now I am suffering severe pancreas Inflammation (have never had issues) and I got liver problems...."

• utter...
• October 15, 2018

"I am writing this review to share my experience with hopes that some will relate and ease their minds. I took it on 21st September, about 14 hrs after having unprotected sex. In the first three days I experienced nausea, fever, fatigue and hot flashes. The worst side effect was the anxiety. I have experienced panic attacks before but not this serious. I have always dealt with my anxiety successfully, especially when I can take action on what was worrying me. However, after taking this pill all I could do was wait. I used to wake up nights feeling like I can't breathe with my heart pounding heavily. After 15 days I went and did a pregnancy blood test to put my mind at rest a little, and it came out negative. My period should have started on 9th October but it came today, six days later. I was so relieved! My advice to you women who are worrying and panicking is to try and relax. I know its not easy but Ella will probably have done its job well. Take care of yourselves xx"

• Rosie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2019

"Took Ella one approx 36 hours after I had unprotected sex, I was already freaking out about taking it because I was due to ovulate the day after I had sex and I had read that ella is not effective after ovulation!! Anyways I waited and waited and waited for my period and nothing came so I was convinced I was pregnant because I left it too late to take it and had already ovulated lol. I had no other symptoms of pregnancy other than my period being 2 weeks late but I was still convinced and I was too scared to take a test BUT so thankful my period finally came 20 days late!!!! So moral of the story if you’re waiting for your period just be chill and don’t stress it will eventually come :)"

• KShae
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2024

"My first time taking this, and the pill was actually expired by like 3 months... I’m also plus size yall, take note!! I had UPS many times on 2/23; took Ella the next day because I had a feeling. It was also peak ovulation time for me. I was scared, so I had to do what I needed to do. I got a jelly-like discharge the next day after taking it, which had me a little concerned, so I went to googling fast and I found this review site that eased my mind a little. My period was set to start on 3/11. I took 4 tests during my scheduled period week, and all came back negative. I took 3 more tests during the 2-week span after my scheduled period was missed; all came back negative. The last test I took was on 3/25, by the way. On 3/27, I started spotting like usual before my period would start. Today, on 3/29, I finally got my period. So, my period was 18 days late, started 13 days after the scheduled period was supposed to end. From my experience, the pill works; it affects everyone differently!"

• Nurse...
• December 21, 2019

"I had sex on December 1st and took Ella on the 2nd, I was supposed to get my period on the 15th and well I never got it...... just took 5 pregnancy tests 10 mins ago and they all came back positive. I’m pregnant!! I’m soooooo mad! I took it right after I don’t get this at all!!!!"

• Annel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2022

"For the girls who are feeling anxious, I would like to say not to worry. It is normal for this pill to delay your period but you will surely get it. Just make sure you take it as soon as possible in order for this to be effective. I took under 48 hours and my period was delayed by 5 days. I was super scared but taking 2 pregnancy tests which came negative made me feel slightly better. If you ever feel scared, just remember this message. Everything will be fine :) Love and power to you."

• Woman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 7, 2022

"Hello I just wanted to share my experience with this pill. I took it 24 hours after the incident. No side effects or anything, everything was normal but my period didn't come for 4 weeks. I was convinced I was pregnant, didn't do a pregnancy test cuz I didn't want to face the truth but the pill worked and I hope it'll work for everyone else. Stay safe"

• Anony...
• May 28, 2019

"Hey ladies. Wanted to share my experience, So I took EllaOne 2 days after unprotected sex which was on the second of April and on the forth of April my period came (2 weeks earlier) which was normal type of period. I was happy but still a little bit worried so I patiently waited for my next period to come and it didn't I started panicking and searching stuff online and google telling me am definitely pregnant I was so scared but at the same time I was like this can't be true. I couldn't sleep at night, had no side effects so I was confused I didn't know what was going on with my body. 1 week after took a pregnancy test negative, second week took another pregnancy test negative third week did the same thing still negative Decided to wait patiently for my period and it finally came 23 days late I was so happy thank God. So guys EllaOne does work SO JUST KEEP CALM and be patient with your period but it can completely muck up your cycle. So that was my experience I just wanted to put people's minds at rest. Good luck girls!"

• as9888
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2020

"Took ellaone after UPS on the 5th day. Period was due on 23rd December and did not come on my period until 17th January. Meanwhile I had no symptoms of neither pregnancy or my period. After 2 negative pregnancy tests and a trip to the doctors I finally came on this morning!!! Ellaone made my cycle 56 days long when usually it is quite regular. Have been so mentally strained and stressed over the entire two months waiting for my period. Reading reviews helped although every case is different so it only helped to an extent. I'm due for a blood test Tuesday because of this! Will not be using again in the future and will try be more responsible"

• devus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2021

"FINALLY just got my period back after waiting forever after taking Ella!!! Just like other girls I promised myself I'd let everyone know my experience once I either got my period back or confirmed a pregnancy. Context is that my boyfriend was supposed to be away for 6 months and I decided to use that time to test being off hormonal birth control - he unexpectedly came back early. My last period finished around March 12. He came back and we had UPS a few times around April 3, a few days before my period was supposed to start. He did pull out but I got paranoid so we got Ella. Fully missed my April period and just now got my May period on May 13. I think if you take this pill after ovulation/close to your period it will make you fully skip it like mine! I waited so long but I'm so happy I finally got it."

• Radke
• March 24, 2024

"**Please read this if you're worried.** I took ella during my fertile window, and then when my period was due to arrive, I thought there's no way I can be fertile at the moment, so I stupidly didn't use protection again with my boyfriend. Three days later, when my period was late, I panicked and took a pregnancy test; it was negative. But later when my period was a week late, I panicked again. I kept kicking myself, thinking that ella probably made me ovulate very late, and I shouldn't have done it without protection again when I thought I was definitely not fertile. I was really stressed at this point (I love babies but now isn't a good time for me to have one). Anyway, I came across this page after searching for answers. The reviews here gave me hope that my period would come even if it was very late for me. (My period is usually always on time.) Anyway, after 12 days, my period finally came. Twelve days late. Hang in there, girls, and take a test just in case."

• anna
• December 24, 2018

"WORKED FOR ME. Had sex with my boyfriend during my 11th day (fertile time). My cycle is 28/29 days long. The condom broke so everything leaked inside of me. Shocked, called our gynecologist, he told me to have ella one as soon as possible. And I took it within 3 hours of intercourse. So I went to my obgyn tomorrow morning and he saw I wasn't ovulating. 2nd week -Stabbing pain in my left ovary (where the ovulation was supposed to occur), back pain, anxiety, huge mood swings, pressure in my lower abdomen, bloating, peeing ALL THE TIME. I never, have these symptoms during PMS so of course I thought I was pregnant. 3rd week: same symptoms. The expected period date came and no period. Just a ton of this white/yellow mucus. Then all of a sudden, a week after my expected period date, today, period came. I was so happy I started to cry. Stress delays it even further and there was lots of it. Stay away from it because it really messes up your cycle."

• Pinkd...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 26, 2019

"I took an Ella about 3 weeks ago after unprotected sex. Its been 3 weeks of nightmare. I’ve been feeling bloated, moody, anxious, stressed, depressed and many other crazy symptoms. I was convinced I was pregnant even after getting 2 negative tests. I went as far as booking an apt for an abortion :( sad I know but no other choice. Well I finally got my period today 15 days late!! I am so relieved. The stress I’ve been living with is really not worth it."

• Wiggl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 28, 2018

"Ladies!!! If you are reading this, fear not!! Ella one really does work, just stick with it. I had an accident 12th November, took Ella one 14th. was due my period 19th. When nothing appeared I panicked, took a test which was negative. Took a test 2 days later, still negative and no period. Waited a week, took another test 26th.. Negative but still no period. After spending days searching the Internet and driving myself insane, I found these reviews and phew!! Others had the same experience as me. My period started today 28th November. I've not experienced any awful side effects, just a long delay in getting my period. Ella one does work, it will delay your period though, so just stick with it and don't panic "

• Chris
• September 14, 2019

"Looking at different peoples experience on this website really helped me calm down a lot so I thought it would be nice to share my experience too! I had sex 2 weeks ago on August 29th. It was my first time and unfortunately we had unprotected sex. My partner pulled out and I thought everything was good. But I checked my cycle tracking app and turns out I’m ovulating. I started panicking reading stuff online. I took Ella within the next 24 hours. I didn’t really feel any side effects the days after I took it. Until a week ago from today, I started feeling nauseous after every time I ate. My breasts started to hurt and I had mild cramps. I also had breakouts, which are normal for me before my period. I was convinced that these are all symptoms of implantation but I really hoped that it was just pre menstruation signs. My period was due on September 12th but it didn’t come. I waited and my period came late on the 14th and I am SUPER relieved."

• Unive...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 26, 2020

"For those of you girls who are stressing right now, don’t. I know how it feels! Had ups and took Ella 2 days after. My period came 9 days late, scared me so much, but it’s just very strong medication and so it messes with your period, all I’d say is do the test for reassurance if you’re worrying but just remember this is strong medication after all so don’t stress to much if your period is later than usual"

• Birth...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2019

"Hello Ladies! I know waiting for your period must be hard and I personally waited for my period and read all these comments on this site. So my boyfriend and I had sex and the condom broke. I panicked, like a lot. So we went to the pharmacy and got EllaOne after 2 hours. When I took EllaOne I felt dizzy and sleepy but not for too long. After 2 weeks i started to have pregnancy symptoms like sore breasts, headaches, nausea. I swear I felt like I'm pregnant. ( but don't worry it's just your hormones changing due to the pill) So I took 5 pregnancy tests which came out negative of course. I was terrified at first that I might be pregnant and the tests are not showing the exact results. So the only option I had left is to wait for my Red Aunty to visit me. Finally, I got my period a day early but its fine. My period is usually heavy and painful nothing changed. Please, trust Ella she can do it! Lots of love and kisses!! Stay safe!! Your period will be here soon!"

• Angela
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 5, 2024

"Hey girls, for anyone that has been stressing about this pill, I get it. I know exactly how you feel because this pill gave me the worst anxiety I have ever felt. Anyway, I had sex on the 14th of January, 4 days before ovulation, and I took the pill the same day. I was quite worried because it was my first time and the condom broke, but he didn’t ejaculate in me. However, my period came just one day late, so don’t stress. I know that’s easier said than done, but good luck."

• Cutie...
• June 9, 2020

"I feel the need to share my experience as I was panicked before two weeks and I have read all the reviews on this site. It was my ovulation day (I had egg white mucus 2-3 days before that which indicates that ovulation is here or coming) and the condom broke and he finished inside me. I took the Ella pill 2 hours after the contraception (the quickest I could as we waited for pharmacies to be open). I had terrible lower abdominal pain, panic attacks and mood swings. I am so thankful I got my period 1 day quicker than it should have come! I will not say you to not be anxious, as anxiety is a factor that can help you prevent unwanted pregnancy (yes, many don't believe it but I believe it). Lastly, be always sure that the condom is used correctly, check it every 10-20 mins during intercourse, I know its hard to, but be careful!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 14, 2020

"Yes I have taken them before but never had a delay in my period so this time I was delayed by 5 days I swear I thought I was pregnant. I was feeling nauseous and everything but 5-6 days later my period came and I never been so freaking happy usually my cycles are 26-28 days but this month it was 31 days apart."

• Arisa...
• September 18, 2019

"I used EllaOne when I had a birth control accident, the condom slipped. I was very sure I was ovulating or about to due to my calendar and body changes, so Plan B would not be very helpful in this case, and I also have a higher BMI. I took the pill 2 hours after the 120 hour gap since it was was delayed in delivery due to labor day. I took the pill and my period was late for 3 days, but got it. Little to no side effects and everything was fine. I highly recommend taking this emergency contraceptive, it is a lot more effective than plan b and worth the penny. However, I am getting onto a better method of birth control and I suggest the same for everyone else! Its cheaper and less stressful in the long run! So for anyone reading this, don't worry, EllaOne is very effective for the entire 5 days but it could mess up your cycle."

• Anonny
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 30, 2017

"I took Ella 3 days after a little accident happened (14th and 17th Feb 2017, respectively) and initially had no symptoms. However, my period was in total 18 days late. In those 18 days I panicked and really stressed myself out thinking that the pill might not have done its job and it may either be due to this or the pill itself that I experienced mild stomach cramps, nausea and fatigue. When my period finally came, it was lighter than usual."

• sammy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2021

"I took ella one 50ish hours after and it was easy to take and had no complications. However, I was meant to get my period 2 weeks after and didn't so I assumed it did not work. I got extreme cramps and nausea so I took a pregnancy test which came back as negative. Eventually I got my period but it was 3 months late and was very painful and heavy. It took around 6 months after that for my period to get back to normal. This emergency contraceptive gave me anxiety and uncertainty and caused me to stress. Although it did work, it isn't my first option."

• Late...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 25, 2024

"Hi, I promised myself I would write here once I got my period because out of all the forums (flo, Reddit, etc.) I read, these reviews were what helped me most. I had sex on the last day of my period, March 15th (not fertile). My boyfriend finished inside me. I’m not on any type of birth control. I have regular cycles and have taken ellaOne in the past but always right before my period (past ovulation day) so I always got my period on time. However, this time was the first time I took ellaOne before ovulation and 3 days after conception. So this experience was completely new to me. My period was late for 12 days and I just got my period on the 25th of April. My cycle length this time was 44 days when my normal cycle lengths are always 30 days. Please try not to stress, I believe my period was this late because of it. I had my usual PMS symptoms which started around 5 days ago. ellaOne is the best EC out there, trust it! Take it within 120 hours (the earlier the better) and you will be okay :)"

• Aano
• April 3, 2021

"Just wanted to write this review for anyone worrying right now. I had UPS a week before my period was due, and I was worried this would mess my cycle up, and OH BOY. IT MESSED ME UP. I missed my period completely for Feb and March, my January period only ended at the start of Feb, and I am very regular; with each cycle lasting 31 days without fail. This got me worried sick. I was taking 2-3 pregnancy tests a week, I had PMS symptoms for about a month and I was convinced I had a ectopic pregnancy. I also had hormonal lumps in my boobs which I hadn't had since puberty. The stress probably didn't help with delaying my period too! In short, I finally got my period, but Ellaone made my cycle last 64 days and my period 34 days late. I will not be taking this ever again to avoid the 2 months of complete stress induced nightmare. It probably will stop you getting pregnant, but it will freak you out for 2 months as punishment."