Take Action and Bleeding: What Users Say

• Pra...
• December 31, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Okay, so first off, you’re going to be okay. You were probably like me, scrolling through these reviews, trying to find something similar to you. I had unprotected sex on Nov. 30 and took the Take Action pill on Dec. 1. Every time before in this kind of situation, I have always used Plan B or one time I used My Way. I’ve never had a late period or no symptoms with those pills. Exactly one week later from taking the Take Action pill, I had dark brown discharge and bled for 3 days. I freaked out and thought it was implantation bleeding. I waited for my period, nothing came, and I had sore breasts, cramps on some days, and some days I didn’t. I took 2 pregnancy tests, and both were negative. My period finally came on Dec. 31, and I have had really heavy bleeding and severe cramps. Spend the money on Plan B. If your period doesn’t come on time, avoid the stress and take a test. Wouldn’t recommend this pill at all, but it worked."

• Pra...
• December 31, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Okay, so first off, you’re going to be okay. You were probably like me, scrolling through these reviews, trying to find something similar to you. I had unprotected sex on Nov. 30 and took the Take Action pill on Dec. 1. Every time before in this kind of situation, I have always used Plan B or one time I used My Way. I’ve never had a late period or no symptoms with those pills. Exactly one week later from taking the Take Action pill, I had dark brown discharge and bled for 3 days. I freaked out and thought it was implantation bleeding. I waited for my period, nothing came, and I had sore breasts, cramps on some days, and some days I didn’t. I took 2 pregnancy tests, and both were negative. My period finally came on Dec. 31, and I have had really heavy bleeding and severe cramps. Spend the money on Plan B. If your period doesn’t come on time, avoid the stress and take a test. Wouldn’t recommend this pill at all, but it worked."

• Anonymous
• October 6, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "So if you’re reading this, please take a deep breath, because I know you’re freaking out. I took the Take Action morning-after pill probably between 6-8 hours after having the condom break. I took the pill 6 days before my period was due. The few days following, I was irritable, extremely bloated, and eating nonstop. I woke up to really bad cramps and bleeding 7 days later. It worked. I have used Plan B many times in my life, and it never has failed. This was the first time with the Take Action, the cramping and bleeding are heavier and last longer. Yes, the bleeding and cramping are worse, and people rate this low for this reason. If you’re taking this pill, I would rather bleed for a week or two longer versus being pregnant, am I right? So honestly, if you don’t want to spend the extra money, and you’re fine with bleeding, it’s fine. Like I said, I’ve used these pills many times without fail - you will bleed between a week or two after taking this pill."

• Bri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 26, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had protected sex right after my period ended. Of course, I got paranoid because I'm not on birth control, so I bought the Take Action pill. About a week later, I had a period and haven't stopped bleeding since. It's spotty, so it's gone and comes back. It's day 16, and now I'm still bleeding. No bad symptoms, but I would really love to not have to wear a liner for 3 weeks straight. Very annoying."

• Jor...
• October 6, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "DO NOT TAKE THIS PILL!!! My boyfriend had used it in the past with another woman and said it was fine, but I’m used to Plan B, so I had doubts. We got the Take Action, and I took it two days after having sex. I had VERY SEVERE CRAMPS in my pelvic area and lower back. I FELT SO EXHAUSTED, AND MY EMOTIONS WERE OFF THE WALL. I started bleeding the 3rd day after I took the pill, and it is THE WORST PERIOD OF MY LIFE!!! I usually use regulars for a few days, maybe 1 or 2 supers and a lite tampon at the end, but I’ve NEVER bled through super plus tampons within 1-2 hours. Changing panties every 3 hours, doubling up SUPER PLUS TAMPONS AND A SUPER PLUS PAD. I’ll wear the super plus pad at night, by the morning, it has overflowed. I’ve been bleeding like this for 10 DAYS, and it’s the worst I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m still having severe pains and bad mood swings, I even bust out in tears at random times. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS PILL! The effect it has on your body is TERRIBLE!"

• Mil...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 10, 2020

For Emergency Contraception "I took this pill about 10 hours after I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, and it did not make me nauseous or fatigued! The only thing that did happen was I had a few spots of blood and my period was just a little heavier, but the month after that my period was back to normal! I definitely recommend this pill! No worries."

• Mis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Okay, so I had unprotected sex the day after my period. I started panicking three days later and bought Take Action since there wasn’t any Plan B. I ended up seeing the scary reviews and not taking it that day, but after a pregnancy dream, I took it the next day on day 4. Needless to say, I had no major symptoms. Just some headaches, a bit of dizziness (which could’ve been caused by my anxiety), and I was super anxious because I was scared I was pregnant. Well, 6 days later, I started cramping and then later I was bleeding, and I bled for like a day and a half to 2 days. I’m almost certain it worked! I’ll keep you guys updated though!!"

• 16y...
• August 6, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "So let me start off by saying this past month has been very stressful. I had unprotected sex on July 5th. I took Take Action 13 hours later on July 6th. I do not use birth control, and he didn’t use a condom, he came inside me fully, so I had to take Take Action. I didn’t have any side effects until a week after, which was when I started bleeding randomly. At first, it was brown, so I freaked out because I thought it was implantation, but the blood proceeded to turn bright red like a normal period. It only lasted for 3 days, but my normal period is 4-5 days. My expected period was supposed to come July 28th-30th. I just got my period today, August 6th. I didn’t take any pregnancy tests because I didn’t want to scare myself, and I had a feeling it would come soon, so I decided to wait. I’m over the 166 lb weight ‘limit’ by quite a bit. I weigh 212 lb, and I’m 5’9. Anyway, please don’t freak out too much because the pill will most likely work if you use it as directed."

• Mar...
• April 1, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I took Take Action 30 mins after condom failure. I was in my fertility window. Four days later, I started bleeding for the next 5 days. I've had sore boobs since taking the pill and still do. I got my period on time. This pill does work!"

• Con...
• July 29, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I took the Take Action pill almost 3 weeks ago. I had dizziness and horrible cramps the first few days after taking it. Then everything seemed like it was okay, but I have now had heavy bleeding for a week now. When I have my periods, they are heavy. This isn’t as heavy as a period, but definitely still a lot of blood. I’m getting a little concerned because the amount of blood has been consistent and has not slowed down. Has anyone dealt with this?"

• Not...
• September 30, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Do NOT take this brand! The night I took it, I kept waking up in severe pain in my lower stomach that felt as bad as labor pain. The next day, I started bleeding, and it's been 2 weeks now. I have gone to see a doctor to learn more about it, and this pill has progesterone in it, which is making me feel SUPER cranky and on edge. The doctor said I'll probably bleed till my next period, so no telling really how long the bleeding will continue for. I've used a different brand before (don't remember the name), but it wasn't as bad as this."

• Mnb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 21, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Took 'Take Action' mere minutes after a mistake with my husband and father of my 4 children. It worked, not pregnant! The reason I gave this a 1 is that in the 3 months since taking this pill I have bled for 41 days!!! FORTY-ONE DAYS!!!! A few of the days I have had spotting, but this time around I have been bleeding for 17 days, and most of them have been EXTREMELY HEAVY! The clots are quite large, breast tenderness and fatigue are also present, not surprised that I am tired since I am bleeding so heavily. Will NEVER make the mistake of taking this or any other emergency contraception again! Had very regular periods up until July 7th when I took this!"

• Aly...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "Stop stressing! I had unprotected sex on January 9th, 2 days before my predicted ovulation. He came inside of me, so I went to get a Plan B/Take Action. They were sold out everywhere I looked, so I went again the next day and got a Take Action. I took it 27 hours after the unprotected sex. A week later, I experienced bleeding (heavier than spotting) for 2 days, then it went away. That’s really the only side effect that I experienced. And then after that, my period came at the expected time. So don’t worry and stop googling (like me), it’ll just stress you more."

• Poo...
• September 6, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "Our condom broke (I am not on birth control), took this 12 hours later. I had brown spotting 1.5 weeks after, which turned into very heavy bleeding with clots and cramps. This was 1.5 weeks earlier than my expected period (I have 32-40 day cycles), but Take Action can cause an early period. I am still having serious bloating and fatigue 1 month after, with occasional mild cramps and sore boobs, but both urine/blood preg tests are negative, so it worked! Side effects are weird and long-lasting, but it’s worth it. Doc says I’m not pregnant! Time for birth control!"

• Don...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 7, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Hubby didn't pull out in time, so the next morning, he went and picked it up. I'm breastfeeding my 10-month-old as well. Within 2 days, we both had thrush (kind of a fungal yeast infection). His mouth was covered in those white patches, and my nipples ached horribly. I also had headaches. And I'm bleeding, it's been like a week since I've taken the pill. It's been like 2 weeks since my last period. I would not recommend this for nursing moms. Bad, bad, bad idea! But nonetheless, I'm not pregnant, which is freaking great news because I don't need #6."

• Ind...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 14, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I took the Take Action Pill around 11:30 pm on 11/27/19 after unprotected sex. My period came a whole week early, started on December 4th, and now it is December 14. A whole 10 days! I usually stay on my period for a week. And I’ve taken a Plan B before, the only side effect was an early period. The Take Action Pill works because I’m not pregnant, but this nonstop bleeding and fatigue is horrible! My period is definitely heavier. Judging by other reviews, I’m not the only one experiencing this. So I’m not as stressed or scared as I was. But ladies, be cautious. I’d definitely recommend paying more money for the Plan B instead of the Take Action Pill. If my period hits the two-week mark, I will definitely be heading to the doctor. Take this pill at your own risk!!!"

• KSa...
• February 18, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had sex with my husband, and he came inside me on 2-7-2019. I took Take Action like 22 hours later. I felt okay for the first two days, THEN, I started the bleeding. Mind you, I had only been off of my period for a week and a half when I took the pill. I am STILL bleeding like I'm on my period. It's been almost two weeks since the incident. I have also had an ongoing HORRIBLE headache since the 10th. I'm miserable, and I will never take one of these again. I just better not be knocked up is all I can say."

• 747...
• May 21, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "This pill worked! I took the pill after my boyfriend came in me. I took it about 10 hours after, and I felt fine. I was super scared when about 3 days after taking the pill, I was bleeding, but it was not my period. I thought it could be pregnancy or from the pill. I then felt fine until I started having brown discharge and really freaked out because that is a sign of pregnancy. Fast forward, my period came on time, and it worked! I read a lot of women had terrible side effects, but I really did not. I think this pill is a great alternative when Plan B is sold out. (all the time) Do not freak out though! It works, and it’s a process!"

• Mad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 3, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex 8/16-8/17/2019. On the 17th, my boyfriend completely finished inside of me. It was late at night, and we were stressing as we were laying there afterwards, seeing as it was right on my ovulation day. We ended up going to buy Take Action just due to the $10 difference. I took it within an hour of the mishap. I was fine for 5 days, then my boobs began to hurt, and I started to bleed 6 days after taking the pill. I have now been bleeding for 12 days; the blood not being normal. It is dark in color, almost black, as well as clumping and clotting. The bleeding is also not a flow; it is barely here, to the point I think it’s done, then I go to wipe and there is a streak of pink/red/brown. My period wasn’t due for two weeks, so the beginning of September. At the beginning of the bleeding, I had HORRIBLE CRAMPING, almost to the point of not being able to walk. I will never take another pill from this company again. I still am unsure if it even worked due to the light bleeding."

• Jac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took this pill after having unprotected sex on my highest ovulation day, and my s.o. ejaculated in me. I took this pill about 12 hours later the next following day on a Sunday, 9/12/21. I threw up on Tuesday, which is a common side effect. I got worried after that, but the pill itself would have been dissolved by then, so I didn’t throw up the pill. I was very dizzy, also drained, and just exhausted. The following day, Wednesday, I got some bleeding and heavy discharge. This went on for 2 full weeks, 14 days! Just light spotting and old blood, which was really annoying, up until I finally got my period on 9/26, which was 3x heavier than usual the first 2 days, and I already have heavy periods. I’ve been very, very moody and irritable since I took the pill. I do not recommend, ladies. I would try every store for a Plan B and not the Take Action. Side effects are horrible. IMO"

• Ann...
• March 20, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex the first day of my period, 02/18. He did not finish inside, but we figured better safe than sorry. The store was out of Plan B, and we were not familiar with the area, so we decided to just grab an off-brand. Since I took this the first day of my period, I can’t say if anything I felt was the pill or my regular period symptoms. I did end up bleeding for 9 full days instead of my usual 4/5. I figured it was stress that made it longer. Looking back, I’m certain it was the pill making me bleed. Fast forward to today, 03/20, and my period is 3 days late. Usually, my period arrives a day early. I’ve had period symptoms all week. I took a pregnancy test, and it came back negative. I’ll take a second one in a week, but have my fingers crossed that my period comes soon. I do not recommend this brand to anyone. Pay the extra cash for Plan B if you can. I would have spent the night driving for Plan B had I read all of the issues for this brand."

• ner...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I'm uncertain, tbh. Late night of 2/19, had unprotected sex, husband fully came in me, and no BC. I was in my predicted fertile window (period started 2/13). Approx 12-14 hours later, I took Take Action (pharmacist recommendation). I’ve only taken Plan B in the past and was on BC previous times but never had symptoms. Take Action - I was very depressed during the first week. 2/25, had spotting, I googled because my period had just ended and read potential pregnancy symptoms or Take Action side effects or early period. Went from spotting to bleeding, has been brownish, pink, red… I’ll think it’s over, but then it gets heavy again. Today is 3/1, and I’m still bleeding… not nearly as heavy as my period, and the heaviest bleeds are consistent. I had mood swings, bloating, some cramping, fatigue, cravings. Nipple tenderness started today. I’m going to take a pregnancy test to ease my mind. Period is predicted for 3/10. I’ll stick to Plan B. Praying for NO long-term hormone imbalances! Will update!"

• AVa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 14, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "So my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex on the 6th of April. With that being said, I was freaking out, and the next day I went and got a Take Action pill. Usually, I get a Plan B, but the Take Action was way cheaper, so I decided to try it out (worst decision). Just within the next day of taking it, my stomach was hurting, and I felt so nauseous that I could barely get out of bed. I had bubble guts too. I was freaking out looking up why I felt this way because every time I had taken a Plan B, it never made me feel like this. But then I came here and found out it’s completely normal, so now I feel so much better. It’s now been almost two weeks, and I started bleeding even though I was just on my period a couple of weeks ago and wasn’t supposed to have it until the end of the month. I think it’s safe to say it worked, but I will for sure take a Plan B instead next time I need to."

• Anonymous
• September 25, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I took this on the 21st of September, 36 hours after the condom broke. Everything was fine for the first three days, but today I felt a little irritable, my legs are crampy, and I felt almost dizzy after taking a nap (I never nap, and I couldn’t fight feeling fatigued today). I’m hoping the pill will be effective. My friend recently took it as well, and she said she had severe cramps in the middle of the night and had large clots when she got her period. I am not positive I would want to take this again should something like this occur again."

• don...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "Before I took the pill, I googled reviews. I was skeptical, but I figured I’d be fine. Four days after taking the pill, I started to feel nauseous. A day later, I felt weak and threw up twice that night. I could not get out of bed the following morning. My entire body was sore, and I could barely eat! When I took this pill, I was not ovulating, but I wanted to be on the safe side. My experience was HORRIBLE. I do not recommend this to anyone. I took Plan B once a few years back and felt fine. A week after taking Take Action, I bled for a few days. My expected period was 4 days late. LADIES, avoid this pill at ALL costs!"