Plan B One-Step and Dizziness: What Users Say (Page 5)

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "First off, you will be okay! This pill works, ladies. Long story short, while doing the deed on 10/6, the condom slipped off and got stuck up there right when he came! Yikes, I know. Took Plan B 8 hours after and had dizziness and aches in stomach the first week. The second week, I got hit with every pregnancy symptom, and my anxiety was through the roof. This lasted 4-5 days, and then the symptoms finally stopped, and bam, period came when it was supposed to: 10/20. Drinking parsley tea and taking some vitamin C pills can help induce your period too if you’re a couple of days late! I was still taking my BC pills as scheduled, so I think that helped. Pray and trust this will work! As long as you take it ASAP, I believe you’re golden."

• Wif...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 27, 2015

For Emergency Contraception "My husband had just gotten a vasectomy, but there is a period of time where men are still fertile, and we hadn't been cleared yet for zero sperm count. We had a few drinks and forgot to use protection. We knew I had either already ovulated or was about to ovulate at the time of our oops. The next day, I took the pill, and within a few hours, I could tell it was taking effect. I got a lot of cramps on one side, which kept occurring periodically for the two weeks after. I had some dizziness and extreme fatigue for a few days. The side effects were all listed on the package, though. I think since I took the pill right around my fertile time, it didn't mess up my cycle much. I started right on the day I was supposed to, exactly two weeks after our oops."

• you...
• April 12, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "So my boyfriend and I had unprotected intercourse on April 5th. We did it about 3 times that day. He pulled out, but I was still worried because I was in my fertile window. Since precum has a chance to contain sperm in it, we got Plan B just to be safe. I took it about 28 hours later. I was extremely scared while on the internet. Guys, do not do any internet searches, it will scare you even more. After I took Plan B, I wasn’t feeling any symptoms the first 2 days. After 2 days, I felt back pain, dizziness, cramps, bloating, and headaches. I was so worried because I didn’t know what was going on in my body. One week after I took the pill went by, and I saw a little bit of spotting. It was red and happened when I peed. The same day, I checked again and it was my period! It came on day 23 of my cycle, about 2 weeks before my period date was supposed to come. My usual cycle is about 37 days, which is pretty lengthy. Don’t worry, stop stressing, and pray to God about it! He will ease your mind, GUARANTEED!"

• Wor...
• July 2, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I am not on birth control and had unprotected sex and then used a condom that failed all in the same night. He did not cum inside of me, but I was very worried. I ate right after taking the pill and experienced no immediate side effects (no dizziness or nausea). About 6 days after taking the pill, I spotted. Then, my period was 4 days late (which has NEVER happened). It was TORTURE being late, but after reading reviews, I saw that this is common. Eventually, I started and was not pregnant! I am very pleased with the results. Altogether, it seemed that Plan B worked well for me, and I would recommend it to anyone who is worried. It just sucks that the side effects of taking Plan B seem to mimic signs of pregnancy!"

• T18...
• April 25, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, and he came inside, and we were both terrified. My period was 2 weeks late, and he and I were freaking out, planning around college and stuff for a kid. Thank God I eventually got my period. Overall, this drug has saved me a lot. The worst part is the cost. I did have side effects of major bloating...like, so bad, and I run 5 miles daily. It also made me have symptoms that felt like I was on my period: tired, craving chocolate, moody, and I never threw up, but felt very nauseous at times. I did have a couple of dizzy spells, but just pushed through it. Just get through the crappy side effects, and you'll be fine. :)"

• Mei...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 9, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I took Plan B for the first time. I NEVER take any type of medication because I absolutely hate side effects, and my body just always tends to react to every single one whenever I take any kind of medicine. But this was a big emergency because my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex, so I took it about 3 hours later. I felt dizzy and nauseous. I started panicking because I absolutely hate feeling that way, and I made myself feel worse by reading other comments. But after about an hour or two, it went away. If you're having side effects, just remain calm! Lay down, drink some ginger ale, and fight through it because it’s just a couple of hours. I also ended up getting diarrhea after and had bad mood swings, but that goes away very quickly as well. I’m also not pregnant, so that’s a good thing. Try not to make yourself anxious either, you’ll be totally fine, I promise. Just relax, take deep breaths, and watch TV or do something to keep your mind busy... #1!!! Stay hydrated!!"

• MM1...
• September 19, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "I had sex with my boyfriend about a week after I got off my period (Sunday). We used a condom, but it broke. Even though he said he didn't finish yet, I was hella paranoid about pre-cum and stuff. (I also remembered that we had unprotected sex that Saturday, but he 'pulled out'). So we went half on a Plan B pill. I took it the next morning (Monday), and I felt so sick for the rest of the week. My head was spinning while I was at work, my whole body was hurting, I was congested, had the chills, etc. Long story short, I started spotting the next Sunday, and now it's Monday, and my period is SOOOOO heavy. Idk about you, but I'd rather pay $45-$50 for the pill than a lifetime full of payments for a child."

• BBa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I took the Plan B pill about three weeks ago during ovulation. I had a longer than normal period about a week or so later. However, three weeks later I’m having severe emotional issues and feeling dizzy and nauseous. I’m assuming I’m not pregnant since I had a period that came a little early and lasted for an entire week. Keeping my fingers crossed, but wondering if these symptoms weeks later are normal. I’ve had to take a Xanax to get me to calm down. Very weird. I’m afraid to take a pregnancy test."

• Luc...
• November 20, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "We only realized the condom broke after we finished. It was day 13 of my 30-day cycle. I took Norlevo 3 hours thereafter. Felt dizzy, sick, and extremely tired that day. In one week, pinkish-brownish spotting started, which lasted 3 weeks. It stopped eventually for another month or so. Then my normal period finally started. The pill works, but it takes some time for the body to get through it. I had most of the side effects: bloating, mood swings, tummy cramps, I even put on weight! But not pregnant, so can't complain. Take care!"

• Fan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 12, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "So I promised myself if this pill worked I would write a review to help those who are going through what I did. I had sex with my husband 4 days after my period ended 9/24, and the condom broke. I took the pill within 30 minutes. I had dizziness, nausea, and breast soreness and always felt tired for about a week. On 10/8, I had spotting that lasted a couple of days, and on 10/11, which is 4 days early, my period came. I felt so relieved. So just relax and don’t think too much and stress yourself because this pill does work. It just takes time. Good luck, ladies."

• Isa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "For those of you needing a bit of peace of mind, read this. I had sex with my boyfriend on March 3rd, and the condom broke. I took Plan B 3 hours after the accident. I took it because I wasn't very sure when I ovulated due to years of irregular periods. The side effects I had after taking it were a headache and some dizziness. I was expecting my period on March 28th, but it never came. However, around this time, I was bloated, cramping, and I had very tender breasts. I feared the worst and took a pregnancy test on April 1st. It came out negative, but I still hadn't gotten a period, until today (2 weeks late). Good luck to everyone."

• LAC...
• May 27, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "Had unprotected sex (pull-out method) on May 9th. According to my app, it was the day before ovulation. Didn't take Plan B. Had unprotected sex again (same person) on May 13th (3 days after ovulation), and unfortunately, he didn't pull out. Took Plan B about 14 hours later. Within 2 hours, I was nauseous and a little dizzy. That lasted about 3 days. Noticed my discharge to be thick. Now I'm one week before my period should come, and I'm starving, have sore breasts, cramping, exhausted, and have some serious PMS. These are symptoms I have been experiencing the last few months (I'm 41, so my cycle is changing, and I'm also old enough to not do stupid sh*t). Today, finally, my period started 3 days late. Took a pregnancy test, and it was negative. This pill really messes with your body. I wasn't sure if I needed it when I took it, but wanted to be on the safe side as I don't want any more kids. I read a lot of reviews, and it seems women are taking this pill when, it seems, they really don't need to take it. I track my period with an app, and not only can I tell when I'm ovulating, I also can see it with the app. It's typically right on. I'm happy to report I'm not pregnant, but also was in a very grey area to become pregnant. Hope this helps."

• Ano...
• March 14, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I'm in my mid-30s. I have a baby, so I am breastfeeding. My partner and I had one day of passion. We did it three times in that 12-hour period. So, I took the pill 12 hours post the first one and 20 minutes post the last one. We did it on my ovulation day. Unprotected. Even though I was breastfeeding, my periods still came on time. I knew I was ovulating that day. Eleven days after taking the pill, I noticed I was having pregnancy symptoms (nausea, dizziness, and unexplained tiredness). I wanted to believe these are the side effects of the pill. I kept looking for does breastfeeding affect the effectiveness of levonorgestrel? But all searches go back to effects on levonorgestrel on breastfeeding. So, I had no answers. I was freaking out. But today, it came! Right on time! I am so relieved. So, maybe Plan B's effectiveness is not affected by breastfeeding."

• Hop...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "If you are reading this, just know that everything is going to be alright. This pill works. My boyfriend and I got a bit frisky one night (no penetration, but I was scared of pre-cum), and we didn't realize until the next day. We rushed to a pharmacy and got the Plan B pill, and I took it after 17 hours. The first few days were not that bad, I had some nausea and felt a bit dizzy. After that, I had no other symptoms and got my period 3 days early! After I got my period, I started to bleed again a few weeks after. At first, I thought it was a second period, but it wasn't. Remember, the pill has a huge dosage of hormones that can really mess up your body for weeks or months, so bleeding after you get your period is a normal side effect. Also, my second period came a week later than usual and kind of freaked me out, but again, it's just the pill and all the hormones inside causing all of the changes. Don't lose hope!"

• Ray...
• January 27, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I just want to say, GIRLS!! Don’t stress about the worst before anything actually happens, it won’t do you any good, and you’ll regret spending all your time worrying! I had sex on January 15 and used a condom. However, afterwards my boyfriend and I realized the condom had broken, and he said he pulled out but still came inside me in the beginning. I checked my Clue app and it said I already ovulated 5 days ago, but my periods are super irregular, so I didn’t trust it. The next morning, I went to go get Plan B and took it around 12 hours after sex. Immediately, I felt kind of dizzy and a little nauseous, but that’s it. A week later, I started to get cramps, and my nipples were super sore. The day my period was supposed to come passed, so I waited, and 3 days later my period came! It turns out I ovulated on the day I had sex, so I don’t know if I was lucky or if the pill really actually worked! Good luck girls, you’ll be fine!!"

• Mar...
• May 28, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I said I would come back and share my experience. The last 2 weeks have been traumatic. Stay off the internet as others warned. I had sex the day after ovulation, May 12th, and he came in me. I took Plan B within an hour. Thank you, 24 hr CVS. My period was due May 24th; nothing came except some brown weird spotting. I took a pregnancy test days before and the day of the due period, all negative. But after reading things on the internet, I convinced myself I was pregnant, especially since I saw brown spotting. I figured it was implantation. I felt I was experiencing pregnancy symptoms the entire time: headaches, dizziness, uncontrollable crying, nausea, cramping, except I didn't have any bleeding in between. I went to the doctor for blood work and got results today: NEGATIVE, and Aunt Flo came in this evening after being 2 days late. It's heavy, but I don't care. Stress and everything else made it late. I felt I was going crazy! Plan B works miracles, but take it fast. Can't wait to get back on regular birth control. I never want to go through a pregnancy scare again. Take care, ladies!"

• Ano...
• August 1, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex (with withdrawal), and 7 hours after, I took Plan B because I woke up feeling super nauseous and dizzy. I noticed that I was bloating like crazy. I'm not sure if this has to do with my period that was coming in a week (PMS) or if it was from Plan B. Four days after sex and Plan B, I spotted light pink. I got scared and checked the period tracker app for it to say that I was going to start my period in four days (after spotting). However, I got my period one day earlier than expected. In conclusion, Plan B definitely worked and helped me."

• Sas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Been married 17 years, have 9-year-old twin daughters. Had sex with my husband using a condom. Condom broke! Went to the store within 3 hours a day, took Plan B. Ovulated on the 13th of January, had sex on the 16th of January, projected period 27th of January, and it started today, 23rd of January. Plan B did prevent pregnancy, but I had awful side effects. Very tender breasts to the point clothing caused pain, nauseated for 3 days in a row, cramping like a bad period, sweating and overheating, dizzy, and horrible acne. Caused blind pimples, hard knots under the skin on the jawline and under the chin on the neck. Not pregnant, yay! Horrible side effects, boo! But hey, it worked!"

• Dan...
• June 8, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "I took Plan B 2 months ago, 5 days before ovulation, and 5 hours after the incident. A week later, I bled for 5 days like you should after Plan B, then had another period a week after that. I didn't have any side effects until just this past week, and my period has been 11 days late, I just got it a few hours ago. This past week, I've had extremely sore breasts, dizziness, and many other early pregnancy symptoms along with the late period, so I was really freaking out. Overall, yes, Plan B works, but it can be scary that I didn't feel anything until 2 months, which led me to believe that I was pregnant. So only take this pill if you really need to, and don't take it frequently because it really can mess your body up and scare you."

• cre...
• October 24, 2015

For Emergency Contraception "This is not the first or second time I have taken Plan B, just saying. However, this time has got to be the only time I've experienced noticeable side effects. One week after taking Plan B, I experienced cramping, bleeding, blood clots, along with nausea and dizziness. This is the worst time and last time of all. However, besides these side effects, the pill definitely works to prevent pregnancy as far as I know. It could be a coincidence or because of Plan B that I'm not pregnant at this point, but I'll just say it's due to Plan B. I recommend it to whoever is having any doubts or worries, despite the side effects, because before now I never experienced noticeable side effects."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 31, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "Here hoping my experience will help others! The first time I used Plan B, I experienced bleeding one week after taking it, but no other symptoms. Got my period exactly a month and a week later. The second time I took it, this little pill messed me up! I experienced bleeding one week after taking it (lasted for 4 or 5 days), but this time once the bleeding stopped, I had every symptom in the book! Dizziness and nausea were the worst. Symptoms lasted for about 2 weeks! I got my period a month and a week after taking it, just like I did the first time. Highly recommend, but be ready if your body is sensitive!"

• Aj1...
• April 27, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "Took this 12 hours after the boyfriend ejaculated in me on day 15 of my cycle... one of my most fertile days... the day I took it, the cramps got so bad I almost vomited, I got so dizzy and weak from it. By the next day I was fine. I wouldn't recommend this torture... then four days later my breasts became sore... and I have been getting every pregnancy or PMS symptom since (sore breasts, cramping, upset stomach, nausea, lower backache, headaches)... I am due to start Saturday 4/30... I took a pregnancy test and it came back negative... this is the longest PMS and worst symptoms I have ever had. I think I would have rather taken my chances."

• No...
• July 6, 2016

For Emergency Contraception "Had sex June 26th. Condom broke on us, so I took Plan B 15 minutes after our accident. I was supposed to get my period on July 6th, but ended up getting it one day earlier. I was stressing out the whole time since this was my first time using the product. The side effects I had were some cramps, tiredness, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhea, which lasted about a week. I was beginning to think those were symptoms of pregnancy, so I read many reviews to help calm me down. Thankfully, it worked for me."

• Roc...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 24, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "You’re probably reading this because you’re freaking out thinking you might be pregnant, but if you took Plan B then don’t worry!!!!! My period is very irregular, so I don’t really know exactly when I ovulate, but I do have the app, and the app said I ovulated a few days before having sex. I had unprotected sex on 10/21, and he finished in me. I immediately took Plan B less than an hour later, got my period two days later!!! It came much earlier than it was supposed to come, but it came!! As for side effects, I didn’t really have any other than dizziness. So don’t worry about it! Don’t stress! Stress will delay your period! Note, Plan B WILL either delay your period (if it does, take a pregnancy test just to make sure), and it can also make your period come earlier than expected."

• Kel...
• January 16, 2017

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex and my partner did not pull out in time. I wasn't on birth control, and it had been 3 days after my period ended. I took the pill about 2 hours after and panicked for a whole month. The side effects definitely got to me, I was nauseous for four days and experienced dizziness as well and lost my appetite. I thought I was pregnant for sure. Even though my period was a day late, it still arrived, therefore, the pill worked! Worth the money."