Option 2 for Emergency Contraception User Reviews

• Ban...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 23, 2021

"So I had unprotected sex on the 11th of November, and he came inside me. My pharmacy had run out of Postinor 2, so they recommended Option 2 instead. I took it around 3-4 hours after having sex. I’m pretty sure I had already ovulated, and I read on the internet that emergency contraceptive pills don’t work if you’ve already ovulated, and I was so stressed. I was convinced that I was pregnant also because I was having unusual cramps, felt bloated, constipated, and also didn’t bleed yet. I couldn’t deal with the stress, so I took a pregnancy test today (23rd of November), and it’s negative. I’m so relieved. Don’t panic if your period does not arrive on the expected date. This pill just messes up your cycle :)"

• gab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2020

"I did it 13 days before my period and did it on my most fertile day. I got scared, and 15 minutes later took the pill. The symptoms were feeling nauseous, but that’s it. My symptoms weren’t bad, just that, and then afterwards I was stressing out thinking it might not have worked. A week went by, and then as I got closer to my period date, I got more worried. Two weeks went by, and August 26 came around, and my period didn’t come. I started to get worried, then I said, ok, I’m not going to stress it and give it a few days. Then the next day I didn’t get my period in the afternoon, then 8 pm rolls around, and I feel a drip, go to the bathroom, and got my period. I’m so grateful it worked!!! Just don’t stress it, the pill messes up your cycle."

• Sai...
• July 25, 2019

"So I had unprotected sex about four days before ovulation, so supposedly on one of the days I’m supposed to be fertile, and I took Option 2 about a couple of hours late (about 9 to 10). A couple of days later, I started bleeding that resembled my period (enough to fill up pads, and it was a dark brown color and sometimes became a light red color). It lasted about as long as my normal period. So it was like I was getting my period super early. Now it’s my period week, and it’s three days late. I’m going to take a pregnancy test now and see if I’m pregnant or not, but has anyone else experienced this heavy bleeding? If so, were you pregnant or not?"

• May...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2019

"I had unprotected sex with someone who I don’t even like. I was desperate. And on top of that, the sex was horrible! The next day, I went to Rite Aid and purchased Option 2 and took it right then and there, about 8 hours after unprotected sex. I was scared and nervous. I had unprotected sex about 4 days before my period, so the pill pushed it like 2 days from the expected time. Then, when it was over about two weeks later, I spotted between cycles. That’s pretty much everything I experienced, besides all the anxiety. Then my next period came on time! A situation where you find yourself having to take an emergency contraceptive can be scary, but the sooner you take it, the better it works! Everything will be fine! I don’t think your weight matters, I weighed 189 lbs when I took it."

• NY2...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 11, 2018

"I had unprotected sex twice with a “one night stand.” Forget about me feeling guilty, I was scared that I would be pregnant. While it was happening, I wasn’t thinking correctly until I got home and paranoia started to settle in. He pulled out both times, but there are so many horror stories you hear about the pull-out method that you want to be careful. I took Option 2 about a day after. I just got my period (today), which is about 2 weeks later. I feel so relieved now."

• Anonymous
• September 25, 2020

"So the day I got Option 2, it was my first time taking this one. I usually get Plan B, but they didn’t have any. So I instantly got on the internet to look at the reviews. Most of them said it didn’t work. So I was scared for my life, lol. I had a low chance of getting pregnant that day too. So I think the girls that did get pregnant had a high chance to get pregnant. Anywho, it works for me."

• No ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2020

"I’ve never gotten pregnant before, and I usually take a Plan B at least once a year. My Rite Aid ran out of Plan B, so the cashier suggested option 2. WORST DECISION EVER! I’m currently pregnant, and I don’t believe in abortion or anything. But I’m not prepared for this. Not sure what I’ll do."

• C-R...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2021

"This feels horrible. I had unprotected sex 4 days before my ovulation day. When ovulation day came, I had brown discharge and thought it was nothing, then bled through 4 tampons in less than 3 hours, and TMI, but it was really dark and then bright red. I’ve had horrible cramping ever since and really bad back pain to the point that it hurts to do anything. It’s been 8 days since I took the pill, and I still just feel horrible. I had never taken one before this, so I didn’t know what to expect. I’ll give an update when my period decides to come or not."

• THa...
• March 8, 2021

"I took this pill within 24-48 hours and still got pregnant! The second time I took the pill less than 25 hours and still got pregnant! It’s like they have an ingredient to increase your chances of getting pregnant! I will never use this again! Please use the original Plan B Pill!"

• Awe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2022

"Pretty much 2 days after my expected ovulation day, I had unprotected sex, and he came in me one time. 10 minutes later, he got me this emergency contraceptive, and we tend to go for the cheaper ones since they work the same. This one, however, I have not used, and my regular pharmacy I got my regular contraceptive one from was closed. He went to Rite Aid, bought it, and came back. Of course, we had more unprotected sex before I took the pill, and he made sure to pull out. After we were finished, I took the pill, and that was it. A week and 3 days later, I got my period! I was so anxious it may not have worked since I had already ovulated, but I have had experiences like these where I have already ovulated, and my contraceptive usually works. Will purchase again, also don’t worry if you have any symptoms, it’s normal. My symptoms were: headache, mood swings, cramping, and a tad bit of nausea, but not bad nausea at all."

• SL2...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 27, 2019

"I'm 5 days late for my period. I took a pregnancy test, it came out negative. A while ago, I used a Plan B after having unprotected sex and had some brown discharge and bleeding a week later. Will I get my period this month, and was that discharge my period or side effects?"

• Sti...
• July 26, 2021

"I spent some time with someone that I wasn't sure about having sex with. We got close and it accidentally slipped in. We didn't continue, but I was worried, so I took an Option 2 about a day and a half later. Mind you, this slip was 2 weeks before my projected ovulation, but I wanted to be safer than I was that night. So I took it. I wound up having actual sex approximately 2 weeks after taking the pill. I started weird bleeding a day after for 2 days and also some brownish-type discharge. It's now over a month since taking the pill. I'm 10 days late. I did take a test, but it was negative. I have had some weird cramping and bloating periodically. I don't think I am pregnant, but I will check again in a week. I think I will get my period. May be a while. I am stressing it just a wee bit. Also, I did begin a workout regimen 2 weeks ago, so I will update. I have used this pill once about a year ago and it worked. So, I just have to have patience. Fingers crossed for me."

• Lex...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2020

"Both times I’ve taken this pill, I got pregnant. This pill is horrible!! I took it on the 10th of August, and I was waiting for my period, and nothing came, so I went to take a pregnancy test, and it’s positive. Like, what??!! Do not buy."

• sta...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2021

"I bought this for my first time, protected, and took it a day later just to be extra cautious. I'm lucky to have a pretty painless cycle and never experienced any side effects like spotting, nausea, irregular discharge, or, you know, pregnancy. I do understand that's not the case for everyone, though, so still take precaution and read other reviews."

• Anonymous
• September 14, 2021

"I had unprotected sex on the second day of my ovulation. I used Option 2 after 6 hours. Then, after 12 days, I had bleeding that looked like my period and lasted like my period. It’s like 6 days after, I’m having spotting but light. What does that mean?"

• Mia...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2021

"This pill is recommended by Rite Aid because they had no Plan B. However, I took it based off of pharmacy tech recommendations. My breasts are so tender. I'm not pregnant, but this sensation alone leaves me to not recommend this be taken by others."

• Vin...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 18, 2019

"Option 2 is the best emergency contraceptive I have ever taken. I am one of those women who have terrible side effects on all regular birth control pills, and Option 2 is a peace of mind relief. I have tried Plan B before and had terrible nausea and bleeding. With Option 2, I have had zero nausea and a little diarrhea, but not much, it did not last long. Somewhat heavier periods but normal length and barely noticeable unless thinking hard about subtle changes."

• Yar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 31, 2021

"I had sex the day after ovulation on Oct 21st. I took the pill Oct 23rd, kind of late in the day. I started my period yesterday, though, Oct 30, so good I'm not pregnant, hopefully! The reviews had me so scared. It works, thankfully. Maybe the other women were ovulating. I don't know, but I'll probably use it again if I ever have to."

• Mkc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2021

"After unprotected sex with my boyfriend, we got Option 2 since it was a bit cheaper than Plan B. A few hours later, I get hit with the worst cramps and constantly need to go to the bathroom. I’m praying this pill works unlike half these reviews say."

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2022

"I don't like how it’s so hard to open the package. It hurts my hand trying to open it, even with scissors. Definitely needs to change that."

• Ali...
• August 19, 2020

"An hour and a half after taking this Option 2 pill, I felt very nauseous. Spent the next 25 minutes on the toilet with diarrhea and feeling like I was going to throw up as well. Would not recommend."

• Anonymous
• November 6, 2020

"I took it the morning after unprotected sex and still got pregnant."