Take Action and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Ann...
• July 6, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "This pill is horrible. OMG. But ladies, it's okay! I took this pill about 23 hours after the condom broke. And the next day I got chills and really sore breasts for 2 weeks. I was nauseous, throwing up, I thought it didn’t work. I was crying the whole month because I did not want to be pregnant. My boyfriend and I couldn’t take care of a kid right now. I was so scared. I didn’t get my period for a month, and I went ahead and called a clinic to see if I was pregnant. No worries - I was negative. So, moral of this pill: be responsible, it’s best to abstain from sex or get on birth control. It is just not worth the stress and side effects."

• Kas...
• April 13, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "Took the pill after ovulation. Thought I would still end up pregnant because of that, but today, after being fatigued and having sore breasts for a week, I am in a lot of pain from cramping and am lightly bleeding. This is the usual time of my period, so I’m not suspecting anything aside from it being my menstrual cycle, but after coming off my IUD in August of 2018, I didn’t have cramps like this, so I’m beyond bothered. I don’t even want to type this right now, lol... The last time I had cramps this bad, I was 19 and went to the emergency room. I’m guessing I can tolerate them more now after having one child, but they’re nauseating and I will not be outside on this nice day because of that pill’s side effect. I give it 3 because it worked, but the pain is too severe, and I didn’t experience this when I took Plan B a few years ago... Just an out-of-whack menstrual cycle."

• lol...
• April 30, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I took the Take Action pill roughly 16 hours after unprotected sex. I haven’t gotten my period yet, but I’m also not due for it for a couple more weeks. This pill is rough on your body. I had horrible nausea, back pain, throwing up, headaches, and extreme tiredness. I feel as if all these symptoms are happening because it’s working. So don’t panic! Trust it!"

• Sal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "Totally freaked out by taking this. I took it during my fertile window. I felt nauseous 2-3 days after taking it. When my period was due, it didn’t show, around 3 days late, I got pink discharge, which is not a good sign still. Still praying it actually worked. I’m still cramping, but honestly, this experience ruined my sexuality. I am never having sex again at this point, my mental health is in shambles."

• Wis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 7, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "Pill was taken 13 hours after he 'accidentally' went inside. It was about 4 days after ovulation. I'm about 170 lbs, so I was a little concerned that it wouldn't work due to my weight, but it worked. My cycle was due 9 days after the incident but was 1 week late. I did have some symptoms for a few weeks after taking, they were nausea, breast tenderness, moodiness, and consistent cramps. Now that I have my period, I'm experiencing more than usual cramping and a little heavier flow. Despite the many symptoms, the pill worked."

• San...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "So I had unprotected sex 3 times on the day before I was scheduled to ovulate, and my periods are extremely regular. He finished inside me all 3 times, and I started freaking out. I took the Take Action pill about 4 hours after, and I was freaking out because reading up on it, it said the weight limit is 150 pounds, and it doesn’t work for anything over that considering I’m 180. I was flipping out because I was over the limit and so close to ovulation. I had terrible side effects like body aches, back pain, headaches, and nausea. I was flipping out, so I took a pregnancy test 3 days before my missed period, and it was negative! I didn’t trust it though, so I was still freaking out, but one day early, I finally got my period, and it is lighter than usual, but it’s still here! I have never been so happy to see my period!! My advice! Don’t freak out because it works! Even over the weight limit and so close to ovulation! Just don’t wait to take it!"

• 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."

• Wel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 6, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I took Take Action about 4 hours after the incident. My partner didn’t ejaculate inside of me, but I did realize I could have potentially been ovulating. After the realization, we went to the store and I took this pill right away. Boobs were sore almost immediately, then about a week later, cramps came and nausea, but no period. I took two tests a week and a half apart, and both say positive. I took this pill within 72 hours, but I still got pregnant. Good luck!"

• 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!"

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex 3 days after my period ended. I took a Take Action pill 3/4 days after (72 hrs is recommended for effectiveness). I was a little past 72 hrs. Once I took the pill, the next day I started to feel fatigue and nauseous, not to mention I started seeing light red blood. It’s been 2 days of light bleeding, no cramping at all. I really hope I am not pregnant :("

• Ria...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I took this pill about a week ago, about an hour after intercourse, and got my period today (right on time). At first, when I took the pill, the only side effects I had were fatigue, sore breasts, and slight cramping in my abdomen. I thought the pill wasn't working because I didn't get any 'breakthrough' bleeding like other people. But it worked! My period has started, but the cramps are so severe, they've been making me nauseous, and I've puked a few times. My period is usually painful the first few days, but I've never had cramps that hurt like this. It feels like something is trying to tear a hole in my abdomen. The pain is worth it, but I definitely won't ever take anything like this again; I'm going to get on birth control and be more careful in the future. All in all, if you need to take the pill, do it, just beware of the side effects."

• Anx...
• March 10, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I told myself I would come on here and write a review once I knew I wasn’t pregnant. I had unprotected sex Feb 5 & 6. He never came inside me, but precum still exists, so as a precaution, I went to Walmart to grab Plan B, but Plan B was out of stock, so I grabbed the next best thing, which was Take Action. I took the pill and felt fine for the first day. The second day hit me, and I felt nauseous and sick. I felt bloated, just overall exhausted. After that, I experienced cramping-not too bad, almost like period cramps, but not as bad. About five days later, I started spotting. It was brown at first and later turned a really dark red. I started freaking out and thinking it was implantation because it started on my ovulation day… I did the absolute worst thing you could do… I started Googling. I was freaking out, convinced I was pregnant!! I got on the phone with Planned Parenthood, and they helped calm my nerves. That was until my period was supposed to start Feb 28, and nothing."

• Tar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "My bf and I had sex, and he finished in me the day after my period ended. My fertile window was in approx. 4 days following, so I was a bit worried, but brushed it off. I took a Take Action 2 days later because I was suddenly seeing babies and pregnant women literally everywhere I went (on TV, the grocery store, social media! Back-to-back baby!) so I took it as a sign. When I tell you I have SYMPTOMS, I mean it: sore boobs, mood swings, abdominal cramping, fatigue, fuzzy brain, nausea. It sucks. HOWEVER, I started my period again 9 days post-unprotected sex/7 days post-pill pop. This sucks, but I’m not pregnant. I will say, I took Plan B in 2019 and didn’t experience any of these symptoms, so... get Plan B. Also, if you’re a student, most clinics on campus offer Plan B brand for like $15. (I rate this very effective, but do not recommend Take Action because of side effects.)"

• joh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Okay, ladies, this pill actually does work! “I and my ex had unprotected sex about a week ago on 09/04/21. We had both been drinking, and he forgot to pull out. We both freaked out because we are both still studying, and he has a girlfriend. I couldn’t afford to buy the name brand Plan B pill, so I went with buying Take Action. After I took it, I was reading the reviews, and I got completely terrified. I went on Google for days trying to figure out if it worked and if I was going to be okay. I was supposed to get my period on 09/06/21, but by that day it didn’t come. I waited and waited for it to come, and when it didn’t, I started to freak out. After a week of really bad cramps, dizziness, and nausea, my period came today. It works, but if you experience the side effects, I’m sorry. I do recommend it if you want a cheaper version of Plan B."

• Ken...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "So I took this pill and took a nap. When I woke up hours later, my stomach was in severe pain. I felt very nauseous and started throwing up and having diarrhea at the same time (I know, very gross, but just trying to help you guys out). After that, I went back to sleep, but it took a while because of how bad my stomach was hurting. However, when I woke up, I was better. Hopefully, it works and I don't get pregnant, then it will be worth it."

• ito...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 13, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took this pill after intercourse during my fertile window. The side effects last two weeks - nausea, cramps, and mood swings. I got my period at the right time. Second cycle after the pill was irregular."

• Byr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2023

For Emergency Contraception "I usually have some odd side effects after taking a morning-after pill, so I was prepared to feel funky for a few days. I took the pill 8 days ago and haven't been able to eat or keep much of anything down for the past five days. Nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and abdominal pain are real. I had better luck with Plan B and Aftera. If you already have trouble with unbalanced hormones or bad side effects, stay away."

• Yik...
• April 14, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "So basically, I had unprotected sex three days after my period. He finished outside of me, but we wanted to be safe. The store was out of Plan B, so I took Take Action. I had light bleeding five days after the pill and felt very sick. I didn’t get my period for another month after this. I ended up having another four-day period two weeks later. This pill works, but definitely messes with your hormones."

• ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2025

For Emergency Contraception "Wanted to come on here to try to ease some girlies' minds on this Plan B. First, I want to say what happened. I had sex on my ovulation day, and my boyfriend had stopped mid-session because he said he had seen white stuff coming out of me, but he knew for a fact he did not finish inside me. I’m pretty sure it was my cervical mucus mixed with some vaginal lubricant, but to be safe, I still took this Take Action pill. I wouldn’t say 100% trust my review because I’m pretty sure Plan B will take more of a toll on a person who is actually pregnant. For me, I’m pretty sure I’m not pregnant, but like I said, I still took one just in case. I didn't experience any bad side effects at all, more so just fatigue and a little bit of nausea for 2 days, though the fatigue continued for about 3 days after the fact. Other than that, no, I didn’t have any cramps or vomit or anything, pretty normal. Remember, Plan B can delay periods by a week, and the more you take Plan B, the less effectiveness."

• Ari...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2025

For Emergency Contraception "I took this birth control purely out of fear after a scare with pre-cum, even though the risk was extremely low. While it did its job and I got my period on time, the side effects were absolutely not worth it. I experienced intense nausea, dizziness, sore nipples, and major anxiety attacks every single day that made me think I was pregnant, and I also had to miss work because of how intense my anxiety was. It completely took over my life for weeks and made me feel worse than the situation I was worried about in the first place. Yes, it worked, but I would NEVER take it again. Next time, I’ll trust the facts instead of letting fear push me into something that made me feel this awful. I also got on birth control after this encounter."

• Nya...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "This works people! But the side effects have been brutal! Sore nipples. Nausea, lower back pain, abdominal cramping, night sweats, and muscle pain! I had unprotected sex July 1st, and I realized it was 1 day before ovulation, and it was unprotected! I was so nervous afterward! I bought this pill at CVS 5 hours after the incident. Ten days after, I was convinced I was pregnant due to the symptoms I had on a daily basis. My period was due July 16th. My period came on July 14th! Two days early. The flow is lighter than usual. I’m still on my period two days later as I write this review. Don’t panic if you took this pill and you have pregnancy symptoms leading up to your period. I’m not on birth control, and he came in me twice 1 day before ovulation, and I took it 5 hours later, and it worked for me. I don’t plan on taking this pill ever again, the side effects have been brutal for me and very draining on a daily basis. But I’m grateful it worked!"

• ALI...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 11, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I told myself I would come here and give details on my experience because I really thought I was pregnant and I was freaking out for about a week leading up to my period. I had unprotected sex the day after my period. He came inside of me. The next day, about 15 hours later, I picked up the Take Action pill and took it. I had a headache the day after but virtually no symptoms until about 2 weeks after taking it. Brown discharge and spotting 2 days before my expected period. I started cramping 5 days before my expected period as well. Currently, my nausea and cramping are through the roof, all period symptoms heightened, but I’m not pregnant so I’m happy! It worked!!"

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

For Emergency Contraception "I’ve taken Take Action before, it’s never failed me. But recently, my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex on August 27th (which, on my period tracker, says it’s my second day of ovulation). He ended up finishing inside me, so roughly 17 hours later, I took the Take Action pill. A little nausea and cramping, and my hormones are a bit crazy. I start my period on the 14th of September. So, Take Action hasn’t failed me yet. I guess we will wait and see."

• She...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "So the same day I finished my period, my boyfriend and I had sex, and he came inside me because he said he thought it would make us 'closer.' I was freaking out because I told him multiple times I wasn’t ready for a child at 18! I called my mom and told her to please help me. I was scared, and even though she was super upset, she took us to Walmart 2 hours after it happened, and they didn’t have any more Plan B, so I got Take Action! I took it as soon as I got it, but I haven’t had any symptoms, so I’m not sure how to feel about it because most of the people on here say they got nauseous, pain, or bleeding?"

• Inp...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 22, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "So, I don't know if it’s served its purpose yet or not, I’ll update when I know, hopefully. I just took Take Action today, as I forgot my debit card at home, so I only had my credit card, and $10 less seemed good at the time. Trust me when I say, if I could still vomit this pill up, I would. Then I'd gladly spend $50 more to go buy Plan B tonight. Within about 4 hours of taking the pill, extreme cramps started. After about 9 hours, diarrhea and vomiting started. I feel awful. Sleepy, drained. Like someone is lighting my stomach on fire. Can’t stay off the toilet. It will be worth it in the end if I get my period, but I won’t know for a week or two. I am just ready for these side effects to be over. We already have 2 kids, and my husband and I are not ready for another. This momma is tired."