Aftera and Headaches: What Users Say

• Anonymous
• September 25, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I'm never one to write any types of reviews, but I felt like I needed to write one now since this was the only thing that kept me sane while I was waiting for my period. Firstly, just breathe, you're gonna be okay. I had unprotected sex on the night of 9/3, he didn't pull out, he completely finished in me. I am not on birth control. Not even an hour after, we ran out and bought Aftera (they were sold out of Plan B). Turns out my ovulation day was 9/4! I was going crazy because I did experience side effects like headaches, feeling very sleepy, and cramping. I was supposed to get my period on 9/18, and it came on 9/20!! Only 2 days late. Ladies, try not to freak yourselves out. I know it's hard, but this pill works!! The more you stress, the later your period could potentially be, so just try not to think about it because there's nothing you can do right now. Just remember there are so many other females going through the same exact thing. You're not alone, stay positive, and good luck to all of you!!"

• Col...
• June 29, 2020

For Emergency Contraception "I am so thankful I am not pregnant and it did the job, but this pill seriously messed up my cycle and had me so anxious for about two months. I wasn’t due to get my period for another two weeks at the time I took the pill. Six days later, I started bleeding, and it lasted about four days. The first two days it was maybe enough to fill tampons, but the other days it was very light, like only there when I wiped. Fast forward to when my period was scheduled to come - still no period. I ended up getting my period ten days late, but I could have sworn I was pregnant. I had been having creamy white discharge for about two weeks and had been feeling bloated with cramps and headaches - this NEVER happens to me! My period is here now, but it’s significantly lighter than it normally is. I have taken Plan B once before in the past, and I never had any problems at all. Ladies, please spend the extra $10, or even better, get on regular birth control! Also, stay off Google to stay sane."

• Aan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 11, 2020

For Emergency Contraception "I wanted to leave a review because your reviews meant so much to me when I was scared and freaking out: I had unprotected sex Sunday morning, and he didn't pull out in time. I was not on birth control. I got/took Aftera almost exactly 24 hours later because they were out of Plan B. I experienced some slight pain and headaches, but I started my period 5 days later. This absolutely works, even if you can't take it immediately after unprotected sex. I was so scared that because I had waited 24 hours, it was too late, but it wasn't. And just because this is the more generic version, it does work, just remember we've all got different circumstances going on. Happy New Year :)"

• LGa...
• June 15, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex on June 1st. The condom broke, and I was in my fertile days. I have been on birth control pills for like 5 years, but the last couple of months, I had not been taking them responsibly. I was pretty worried, so I took Aftera. 1) Aftera is the SAME as Plan B, it is the generic version. 2) Once I took Aftera, I had the worst nausea of my life. I stayed in bed all day, and I had abdominal cramping for 2 weeks. 3) Aftera WORKS. I went to my doctor on June 14th for a blood pregnancy test (they are more accurate) because I couldn't wait any longer to know. It came back negative. After convincing myself I was pregnant for 2 very long, stressful weeks, I found out I wasn't, and Aftera did its job. I have taken Aftera before and did not have any side effects, but this time I had pretty bad ones: spotting (the week before my period, which made me think it was implantation bleeding), headaches, bad cramping, nausea, etc. All in all, like everyone says on here, trust the pill."

• Jes...
• September 3, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "During unprotected sexual intercourse, he fully ejaculated inside of me (I guess on accident, I'm not even sure). But I did not want a kid at all, so he offered to get me the pill. About 43 hours later, I took Aftera, which I was kind of worried about because it was the off-brand, but I took it anyway. About a week later, I had bleeding for 4 days (not my period), and ever since then, I had very bad symptoms including cramps, back pains, headaches, and much more. I always felt tired and was very moody, but needless to say, about 13 days late, I ended up getting my period! This pill worked for me, but I am pretty sure it has a lot to do with the fact that all this happened right when my last period ended, so I was for sure not ovulating. But don't worry!"

• Jus...
• November 16, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "This product worked well for me. I took it 24 hours after unprotected sex, and it worked well for me. It cost $39.99 at CVS, about $10 cheaper than Plan B, and to me, it was worth it. Although I was nervous to buy the generic brand because of the reviews, it worked well in my eyes. The only symptoms I received were mild cramping and a slight headache, but nothing too crazy. The only downfall to this product is it made my period 2 days late, but yet again, my period dates fluctuate so much that it could have just been on time. P.S. I weigh about 275 pounds for anyone who is concerned about there being a weight limit."

• Jad...
• October 11, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "So I took Aftera because I had unprotected sex on the last day of my period. He didn’t finish inside of me, but I was worried about precum. After taking the pill, I started feeling tightness in my stomach and cramps. About a couple of days later, I also had some spotting a few days later from taking the pill. About three weeks later, I had tiredness, mood swings, headaches, more urination, fatigue, increased hunger... just about the symptoms for pregnancy. Now my period was 9 DAYS LATE! But I got pink discharge, then I started officially bleeding about three days after the discharge. But I got my period, right now I don’t know about its heaviness or anything, but it feels like it’s going to be a little bit more harsh than normal but pretty normal. It works! I'm not sure if it will work if you had unprotected sex while ovulating. I was very stressed and anxious, so I made sure to leave a review for other women experiencing similar situations! Hope this helps! Good luck!!!"

• Nat...
• May 1, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I know you're here reading this to see if it really works, and YES, it WORKS. Well, it was my birthday, and my friend and I went off messing around, and well, then this happened, that he finished in me, and I, well, am not ready at all to be a mom, neither is he ready to be a dad. So we went to a pharmacy five hours after the happening, and yes, it's pretty expensive, but it's worth it in the end. So anyways, I took it five hours after the accident. It was really nerve-wracking, so then, the next day, I felt nauseous, and well, major headaches throughout, but nothing unbearable. You'll get cramps here and there. It's been exactly a week from the deed, and I got my period finally, and well, I've never been happier for my period."

• ano...
• March 23, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I just want to say I have no idea if this works but do not stress! My boyfriend and I did the deed while I was at low chance of pregnancy. We used protection and it broke after about 10 minutes, so there’s possibly pre-ejaculation inside of me. Once we realized, he went to CVS and had to get me Aftera because there was no Plan B. I have very bad anxiety, so of course, I’m overthinking it and searching up things 24/7 for answers. DO NOT LOOK ANYTHING UP! GOOGLE WILL GIVE YOU DIFFERENT ANSWERS ALL THE TIME! Just wait it out and put positive energy behind it. I’ll update sooner than later hopefully, since I take my test on Sunday. I have yet to receive any side effects other than a bit of stomach pain, headache, and back pain + my period is 2-3 days late. I am worried, of course, but everything will be okay! I do weigh about 160-165, so let’s hope it works! :) I’ll update soon!"

• lau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "On July 30th at about 2:00 am, I had unprotected sex with someone I had been texting and talking on the phone to for a few weeks (stupid, I know, but we all are human). At about 9:15 am on July 30th, I went up to CVS with full intentions to purchase Plan B One Step (and to use my $10 off coupon), but when I got there, they were sold out and Aftera was the only option available. Like most, I too was skeptical because I had never heard of that brand and did not know anyone who had taken it before. Due to the circumstances, I bought it and took the pill immediately. Symptoms included mild headache, cramping, and tiredness. On August 4th, I began to bleed. Thank the Lord."

• Anonymous
• February 9, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "First off, breathe! You'll be okay, sweet girl! Don't Google too many things, you're gonna stress yourself out. I used Aftera about 8 hours after the condom broke and (I'm pretty sure) he finished in me. I was supposed to get my period in a week, and this was AFTER I ovulated! So I took the pill, it gave me headaches and mild cramps. My discharge was kinda watery, and there was more than usual. I swore it was gonna mess up my cycle and my period would be pushed back a week, BUT!!!! I got my full period today, ON TIME!!! Literally perfect timing, I usually track my periods, and I'm very regular! So for me, Aftera worked after my ovulation (a week before my period) and didn't mess up my cycle! I hope this gives you some relief!"

• KT ...
• April 12, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "It's annoying to pull money out of your pocket to buy little things like this because of a little accident or a little overthinking/hesitation. If you're starting to hesitate about whether or not the guy has finished inside of you and you just have a gut feeling that he did, take the pill. Mistakes happen, so stop calling yourself stupid. I took Aftera about 10 hours after intercourse. The condom ended up breaking, and I just wanted to be safe. Aftera is usually $10 cheaper than Plan B. Anyway, I took it, and the only side effects I got were cramping and a slight headache, but they were both manageable and nothing too bad. Both subsided within 2 and a half hours. Got my period on the day it was supposed to."

• ALT...
• November 14, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I took Aftera about 2 hours after unprotected sex, and it worked. The condom came off inside of me, so my partner and I drove to CVS immediately and got Aftera for $44. I don't like to take meds on an empty stomach, so I took it after we got lunch. This happened, and I knew my period was due 12 days later. I remember 5 days during the week after I took Aftera that I had short, 2-minute long periods of intense back cramps. It felt like someone shoved a pole down my spine, but it only lasted 2 minutes a day during each of the 5 days. As I mentioned, my period was due 12 days later. I actually got it on the 11th day, so early and damn near close to on time! The period was a bit heavier and more symptomatic than usual - I experienced a bad headache that lasted for all of Day 3, and I was very fatigued on Days 2-4. These symptoms weren't too bad. I was worried after reading these reviews, but my friend/potential partner and I are so relieved."

• Ame...
• November 12, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I took Aftera less than 2 hours after birth control failed. Within an hour, I experienced severe stomach pain and nausea. For the week that followed, I had headaches, dizziness at times, and lower back pain. My period came exactly one week after taking this. I was advised this isn't effective when you are over a certain weight. Weighing 235, I didn't have a problem with effectiveness."

• AFT...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "So my bf was drunk and accidentally came a little inside. He told me that 8 or 10 hours later, because he recalled. I was so afraid and no, when they're drunk do not trust them. So we initially wanted to grab Plan B, but the clerk offered Aftera, which is $10 cheaper. I was hesitant and wanted Plan B because it has always worked for me in the past. But my bf wanted the cheaper one, the clerk said they both work the same way. After I took the pill, I had headaches and I was very stressed that I would become pregnant. But I felt those were just the side effects. I was in total disbelief that it'll work because it looked skeptical. My period came after 5 days of patience, this stuff actually works! Saved $ too! My suggestion is to take it ASAP, it'll work!"

• ble...
• November 26, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "Had unprotected sex on November 11th, no condom, no birth control (highly don’t recommend). He came inside me, and I panicked and got Aftera less than 30 minutes later. The next couple of days, I experienced headaches and nausea. I got my period yesterday, early, and have had more intense symptoms than usual. Try to relax and trust in the pill, it works."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "First I want to start off by saying you will be okay! And you can get through this, and you’re not alone! So my boyfriend and I had sex on February 1st, and I don’t know if the condom broke, but he finished, and I could feel it all on the outside of me. I had bought Aftera last month in case of emergencies, so I took the pill about 8 hours after the deed. Note: I’m expecting my period in a week, and I don’t know when I ovulated. Within 2 hours, I had cramps and a headache, but nothing terrible. I woke up with watery/runny clear discharge, so not sure what that’s about. It’ll be 3 days since I took Aftera, and I’m feeling confident I’m not pregnant... but I will update whenever I get my period! Please pray for me!"

• Sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 6, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I was going nuts! For over two weeks after I had unexpected sex with a friend. I know all bad, but we were drunk. Anyways, I got Aftera 3 hours later, and I experienced the worst: nauseous. My boobs were super sore. I had headaches and cramps for over 10 days! It was the first day of my fertile days, so I was going nuts since I read online it was not effective! I was so scared and worried for a week, googling stuff and whatnot. Lol, close to taking a pregnancy test, but in my case, it did! I got my period a week before the expected date. I was so happy, yet my period was kind of heavy with spotting after days. I promised myself to never do this again. It does work, ladies! But don't risk it next time! Stay positive and try to take it as soon as possible! For me, it worked even on my fertile days, but you never know!"

• Fir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 5, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "Took the pill after a weekend without BC. Unprotected sex was on days 5, 6, and 7 of my cycle. I took the pill on day 7. I am 42 years old. I did not get my next period until nine weeks later. I did not experience cramping, nausea, or headaches."

• col...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend 1 week and a day ago, and he pulled out, but was still nervous that we weren’t totally in the clear. We went the next morning to get a pill, and I got Aftera (which I’ve never used before because in the past I’ve only used Take Action, which is the Walgreens brand). I didn’t notice any symptoms for the first 5 days until yesterday when I started spotting, but it was very subtle. Today, exactly one week after I took the pill, I am bleeding enough to call it a period, but I’m not due for another week and a half. I’ve had really light cramping, and I’ve been more prone to headaches, but the bleeding is my main symptom by far. We had sex on the first day of my ovulation (5 days before my actual ovulation day). I’ll update on anything else that happens. I don’t think I’m pregnant, but my body is definitely reacting differently than it ever has before. This is my 5th time taking a morning-after pill."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 4, 2023

For Emergency Contraception "I have taken Plan B before, but recently I used Aftera for the first time. The results were the same, they both have the same ingredients and amount in them, and the cost is the only difference. To prevent nausea after taking Aftera, I HIGHLY recommend eating food before or with your pill. Also, drink plenty of water throughout the rest of the day or before you sleep, depending on when you take it. I took mine with food and had no side effects besides a minor headache. Deep breaths, you will be okay, I promise. This pill worked for me!"

• Xeo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I took Aftera on the 27th of March after having planned unprotected sex with my husband. I didn't really experience any major side effects other than headaches and cramping here and there for 2 days, and then after that, it went away. I still haven't had my period and I'm 3 weeks late. I took a pregnancy test yesterday and it came back negative. I haven't had any symptoms of pregnancy, but it worries me that my period should have come by now and it still hasn't. I have a doctor's appointment set up for this Friday, hopefully, I'm not pregnant."

• Wre...
• February 2, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I have taken Aftera a few times, and it's always worked! I usually just get a headache the day after taking it, along with mild cramps, but nothing too bad."