ella and Dizziness: What Users Say (Page 3)

• 123...
• February 18, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took EllaOne the morning after our condom slipped off on January 27th. He didn’t come inside, and we realized pretty quickly that there was no condom on, but I was panicking because it was two days from my estimated date of ovulation. I just had an ectopic pregnancy with tube removal, so lots of stress about the chances of getting pregnant so soon. I had tons of side effects the following week - cramps, sore breasts, headaches, dizziness, nausea. I felt pregnant, so I was freaking out. My period was supposed to come on February 16th, but I was so stressed that I took a pregnancy test each week, even though I knew it was too soon to take one. On February 15th, I started to feel a little bit nauseous again — took 2 pregnancy tests more just to have some peace of mind, all negative. My period finally came yesterday, only 2 days late. I’d recommend EllaOne if it’s your only option. Side effects were awful."

• Abi...
• December 7, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I want to share this as it may help someone. I had UPS on the 22nd of November (Monday morning), which was my ovulation day. I had to go to work where I stayed for 3 days. All the while, my mind wasn't rested, I was so sure I was going to be pregnant. On Friday morning, which made it 96 hours after UPS, I took the ellaOne. I had no reaction like nausea or dizziness, I went about my business, but after a week, I started having signs of pregnancy. I felt sick, slight cramps around my private area or cervix. I can't explain where exactly the very slight cramp was coming from. My breasts got tender, I was so sure I was pregnant. My cycle is 26 days, the expected day for my period to start came and passed, no period. No sign of blood. I did a pregnancy test, and it was negative. Just this morning, being the 7th of December, my period started. I had just a 2-day delay. I'm sharing because I heard ellaOne does not work when you have ovulated. Probably my case was that it hindered implantation."

• heb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I've just been through a very hard time partly because of Ella. So I had UPS around ovulation day and took Ella just 20 mins after that. I thought it's gonna be just fine. But no, constantly for 2 weeks I was extremely tired and dizzy. That's very unusual for me because I did use Ella before without any side effects. Besides, my stress level went through the roof, out of control. I had the feeling like I was actually pregnant (a lot of vaginal discharge, sore breasts, sensitive to smell, lack of energy). I took more than 10 pregnancy tests just to make sure everything was okay because I kept being fatigued. I even made an appointment with a gyno. I was insane when I didn't get my period for like 1 week. Fast forward, I got my period this morning and it's such a relief. I just want to say that do not google anything girl, that'll mess your head up and trust Ella. If you don't feel well, contact a real doctor, but definitely not google."

• Tan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 3, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "After unprotected sex with a partner on day 6 of my cycle, I began worrying because I had just recently taken a break from Yaz, so no other contraceptive was used. Within about 36 hours, I met with a doctor who could prescribe some form of emergency contraception (EC). Where I live, these are not so readily available, so please do your research as soon as possible if you think you're interested in using EC. For me, it was simple, I would rather be safe than sorry. You have the right to protect yourself. Symptoms-wise, the second day, I was extremely dizzy and fatigued. On the fourth day, I had developed a serious yeast infection. It's unclear whether I developed a yeast infection as an aftereffect of the sexual encounter or as a result of hormonal changes in part due to the EC. Fast forward to today, I'm on day 36 of my cycle and just trying to patiently wait. I am super anxious and will be getting a home pregnancy test to use tomorrow, but will report back again."

• Bet...
• January 8, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "My husband and I had an accident the day I was due to ovulate when the condom we were using split. I read that ellaone probably wouldn't be effective so close to ovulation but thought I would take it anyway in case it helped prevent an unwanted pregnancy. I had no side effects at first but 6 days after taking, I started to get very sore nipples, backache, dizziness, and cramps in my pelvis, slight spotting - very similar to the symptoms I had when pregnant with my two children. Naturally, I panicked and spent the whole week worrying, but I think the side effects were just the big dose of progesterone in the tablet - similar to the rise in progesterone you get when pregnant. My period arrived 4 days late."

• Dgg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 8, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Two experiences with ella. In May 2017, I had ups around ovulation. I took ella the following day. Towards the beginning of June, I paused on my way into work and just knew I was pregnant. The light nausea, the uptick in appetite, and a little dizziness were the main notes I'd subconsciously made over the past few days. I was 5 or 6 weeks in after confirmation with the gyno. Anywho, fast forward to now, 2021, and had ups around ovulation mid-September. Took ella towards the tail end of the window as I could not obtain a prescription until then, knowing how badly other EC affect me (suicidal). This time around, I'm having major depression and anxiety along with major mood swings, similar but not as intense as the other EC. Tender breasts a few days now, far more painful than usual PMS. Due for period tomorrow. Know it can delay period, so not holding my breath. I'm rating heavily on the emotional side effects and effectiveness the first time around. Use ASAP, guys."

• ezr...
• April 18, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I really wanted to share my experience because this never happened to me before, and it might also help others. I took Ella on the 19th of March, around 12 hours after having sex. Though we used a condom, it was a drunken night, so I wasn’t sure if everything went the way it should have. I haven’t even thought about the possibility of me getting pregnant until my expected period day came and there was no period. My period is pretty irregular, so I tried to stay calm, but after a week I did a pregnancy test that came back negative. I waited some more days, but still nothing. I bought the second test, still negative. I was bloated, my breasts were huge, I experienced period cramps, so I was pretty worried. Until yesterday (18 April), Flo finally arrived. Ella made my cycle last 38 days, and my flow is strong, I feel dizzy and nauseated. Everyone who’s worried, try to stay calm, but do a pregnancy test! Keep it up, girls, and please always use proper contraception!"

• Sta...
• November 9, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I normally don’t write reviews but I needed to come and share my experience for all my anxiety sisters who might be stressing right now! I took EllaOne 12 hours after a failed condom. I was a day away from what was predicted to be my most fertile day, so I was very worried. I felt dizzy and nauseous on day 1, which went away. Day 4, I started to feel dizzy again, and my mood swings were ridiculous. My anxiety started to flare up at this point because my breasts were really hurting and my smell was heightened. These symptoms continued for a week and got so bad that I stopped sleeping, eating, and going outside. I ended up signed off work because I was so stressed. A week later, I had uncomfortable cramps and my ovaries/lower stomach were swollen. By the time my period was due, I had experienced every symptom: diarrhea, constipation, tender breasts, cramps, back pain, mood swings, bloating, nausea; you name it. My period came today heavier than usual! Try not to stress; all will be well!"

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2023

For Emergency Contraception "My bf and I had a slip-up 6 days after my last period where the condom came off, but he did not ejaculate inside of me. My last period was a week later than it should have been (my cycle had been a bit irregular over the past several months), so if I had had my period at the time I was expecting (a week before it actually came), the day we had an accident would have been during ovulation. I took Ella within 24 hours of us having sex. I felt dizzy and nauseous for about two days and then had nothing. Then the week I was expecting my period, I had my normal PMS symptoms. My period never came, though. Now my period is 9 days late, and my only symptoms are very slightly sore breasts and SUPER increased anxiety. Like off the charts. I have been making myself sick worrying. I have taken 2 pregnancy tests within these 9 days, and they were both negative. I hope they're right and my period is coming, but I haven't had a period this late and I am super anxious that I am still somehow pregnant."

• Jul...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 5, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "It works. I had to use Ella after my partner and I failed to use proper protection. I ordered Ella through Wisp, and it was free with my insurance. I took it the next day at 4 pm (we had our 'accident') at about 11:00 pm the night before. I weigh 179, am 5'1", and also was ovulating. As you could imagine, I was terrified. I didn't think Plan B would be strong enough due to my weight and the ovulation period. I was able to order it through a random website, and I was able to pick it up at my pharmacy the same day I ordered it. Side effects: about 2 hours after taking it, I felt dizzy, loopy, and zoned out. Minor cramping but nothing significant. My period was only a day late as well. It worked! Definitely recommend it for emergency situations."

• Duc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 11, 2019

For Emergency Contraception "I had unprotected sex on the 27th of Aug (pull-out method), and I took EllaOne the next night. I expected some cramping or perhaps my period, but I didn't get any symptoms until this week, where I am having a dizzy spell or two, and I'm quite hungry. I don't think I could be pregnant, but we shall see when I test next week! Just wanted to share my experience."