Ulipristal for Emergency Contraception User Reviews (Page 5)

• acm...
• August 10, 2019

"My boyfriend and I use the 'pull out' method/spermicidal lube. Which I know is not enough and completely irresponsible of us, especially since we both don't want children. My last period was April 19, and on May 24, I took it, not wanting to push my luck more than I already had. My period was due any day. 3 weeks went by, another month, and still all my tests came out negative. I was worried I was a special case where I didn't find out I was pregnant until I was halfway through it. I had tender breasts, extreme fatigue, produced white discharge, and had intense cramping. There was absolutely no morning sickness or cravings, though. After 3 months of this went by, I decided not to worry anymore because there wasn't much I could do. On August 2nd, I finally got my period. Almost 4 months later. So yes, Ella One works. The emotional stress became a bit much, but this was my fault and lesson learned. Hope this helped anyone who is worried. Don't stress yourself out and use protection."

• Lia...
• August 5, 2019

"I took Ella approximately 72 hours after I had 'unprotected' sex (non-penetrative) around the time I expected to be ovulating (7/13). It was either take Ella or suffer in anxiety for a whole month. I'd read every review and every forum on the web, thinking that the lack of side effects meant the drug didn't work and that I could possibly be pregnant. I was literally freaking out. The week before my period was supposed to start (7/28), I felt swelling in my breasts and milky white discharge, and a faint dull feeling you get in your lower stomach area before your period starts. But it never came, so I took 2 pregnancy tests (1 midday and 1 the next morning), and both came out negative. Then a few days later, I got some light bleeding, and finally, this morning I got my period after 8 days! The point of this story is that Ella WILL make your period late, so don't freak out and you will be totally fine."

• Lel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2019

"I took ella immediately after my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex in my fertility window. I was supposed to be ovulating that day according to my menstrual cycle. Few side effects, only fatigue and some dizziness in the first couple of days. After a week, I had some white discharge just like when I’m normally ovulating. After another week, I started spotting for a few days, just when my period had to come. My period was 5 days late, so don’t worry, ladies, everything is going to be fine."

• Cry...
• October 11, 2018

"Ella One does work!! Before taking ella, I did take plan B two weeks before that. Two days later, after my period had just ended (Aug 27th), I had unprotected sex again that had lasted only 10 seconds, and since I was afraid of pre-cum, 40 hours later, I took Ella. I’m usually very cautious of what I do. But sometimes, you make mistakes that you totally regret. I wasn’t supposed to get my period until Sep. 17. During those 3 weeks, I had experienced diarrhea, bloating, stomach pain, mood swings, couldn’t sleep, and the week I was supposed to get my period, I had brown, bright red, white discharges all week. I also had a clear, watery discharge. I took a pregnancy test at the clinic on the day I was supposed to get my period, and it came back negative. Until Oct 9, so 4 weeks after missing my period, it finally came. But the pills definitely had worked, but it may delay your period for a few weeks and make you feel as if you were pregnant."

• Tay...
• June 19, 2019

"For whoever is panicking because of a late period, it's normal. I had sex with my partner, yet the condom broke by accident, so I took Ella one. My period was late for 60 days (I already have an irregular one). I was very anxious and took 2 pregnancy tests, yet they were negative. Today my period started, so ladies, don't panic, it's normal. I assure you that Ella one works."

• Use...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 4, 2019

"A condom broke during sex, and it was the most fertile time, and I either had ovulated already or was about to ovulate. I took Ella 13 hours after sex. Had no side effects except for increased white discharge. My periods are now 2 days late, pregnancy test was negative. So it may delay your period, but you really may not have any disturbing side effects."

• Wor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2019

"I never leave reviews, but reading other people's comments helped me, so thought I'd share my experience with Ellaone. I was prescribed it by my GP after my husband and I had a split condom 2 days after I ovulated. I was in such a panic as I had read that Ellaone only works if you take it before you ovulate! I felt extreme tiredness and exhaustion almost instantly! I had swollen, sensitive breasts just like I did in pregnancy! The week after, I was nauseous and dizzy. One morning, I thought I was going to faint! I did a pregnancy test 2 days before my period was due, which came back negative. Then I tested again the morning my period was due, and again it was negative. That afternoon, I started having mild cramps, and later on, my period came. The pill definitely is effective but has some scary pregnancy-like symptoms!"

• Geo...
• April 23, 2021

"I promised myself that I would write about my experience with this pill when I got my periods. So I had sex and the condom slipped, so I had to take a pill. Before in my life, I took a different kind of emergency pill. But this time in the pharmacy, a girl recommended Ellaone to me, and I bought it. I took the pill the same day when the accident happened. Then, two weeks later, another accident happened, and I decided to take Ellaone again because it was recommended in the instructions. And let me tell you, I will never take this pill. It made me feel like I was 100% pregnant. I felt dizzy, I had pain in my lower back, and one day I woke up from terrible cramping and I thought it was implantation bleeding. I had a lot of white mucus all the time for three weeks. I was depressed, tired, and sleepy all the time. I was sure I was pregnant. This is how this pill makes you feel. Thank God I got my periods after this awful, stressful time, and I was the happiest. Yes, the pill works, but it gives really bad side effects."

• Pin...
• August 22, 2020

"I took Ella one 48 hours after a condom broke. My period didn’t come on time, and after reading reviews on here, I reassured myself it was the morning-after pill that has messed up my cycle. My period is now 12 days late, so I decided to take a test just to be sure, and it turns out I’m pregnant! Don’t take these reviews and assume everything’s fine like I did, I wish I had taken a test straight away!"

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 4, 2020

"I took EllaOne about an hour after having sex, during which the condom broke. Having never used emergency contraception, I wasn't sure what to expect. I didn't notice anything out of the ordinary afterwards-that was until a week later when my period was due. I had some light spotting 9 days after taking the pill. This was unusual in itself, as my period has always been heavy. Having read the instructions, I thought this might be normal. Then I started to get this awful burning and itching sensation in and around my vaginal canal. The spotting I experienced was actually my period and lasted 6 days, the itching sensation lasted for 4 days. Overall, I think the benefits of EllaOne outweigh the side effects."

• Mja...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 26, 2020

"I had unprotected sex on Sep 29, took the Ella pill on October 1. I was supposed to get my period on October 2, but I didn’t get it. On October 8, I took a pregnancy test, it was negative. On October 18, my period was still late, took another pregnancy test, and it was positive. I guess I’m one of the few that got pregnant. I thought I had a Plan B, now I only have a Plan A."

• Ano...
• April 29, 2023

"Girls don’t freak yourself out like I did. I took this pill 3 days before my ovulation according to the app. I didn’t have any side effects, apart from a late period. My period was 2 weeks late, and I was freaking out, Googling stuff, which was freaking me out more. I took 2 pregnancy tests. As soon as I saw that they were negative, I calmed down and got my period the next day. This pill does work, and don’t believe the '7 days max delay or else you’re pregnant,’ that’s not true at all."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 1, 2020

"So I took Ella straight after UPS (9/6), two days after ovulation according to my period tracker, and I was supposed to get my period (9/18), but I still haven’t, and he never finished inside, just outside, but still very close. I had PMS during the projected time of my cycle, so even though I know everything, I took a pregnancy test, which was negative, but I plan on taking another soon. I keep freaking out because I’ve never missed a period before. According to my tracker, I’m 13 days late, the first time I took Ella, I was 8 days late, so I’m hoping for the best."

• ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2022

"So I had UPS the day after my last period (August 14th), and I took ellaone as a precaution to be safe (August 15th). I had no side effects at all but realized I was a week late out of the blue (around the 22nd of September). I instantly took a pregnancy test, which came out negative, and then 2 days later another, which was also negative. At this point, I was confused, constantly reading up on why this was happening and going completely crazy. I called my GP, and they told me to wait till the start of October for my second period, which still hasn’t come, but I’ve had swollen breasts, lower back pain, the WORST cramps of my life, thinking this was pregnancy symptoms. I took another pregnancy test, again, negative. As much as this product works, the side effects are TERRIBLE, I really don’t recommend it. My anxiety has been through the roof."

• Lac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 19, 2016

"I decided to share my experience because I know how it feels to be so scared and stressed. I had unprotected sex twice in a day on the 6th of November. The next day, I found out that my ovulation was on the 5th of November. I was about to die. I was searching through the internet and I found out about the morning after pill. I wasn't sure if it was available for me because I'm only 18. Three days after, I went to get the morning after pill at Boots, and I felt so much better. Today, I'm so happy because I got my period on time! I'm still shocked because I thought I'm pregnant. EllaOne works, and I recommend it because it's just amazing!!"

• Hay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 22, 2016

"I took Ella one on the 28th of September, 4 days after intercourse with my partner, as my Implanon had been expired for 3 days, which I was not aware of until after. So, in panic, I took the Ella one tablet. I did not notice any side effects except for a brown discharge after taking it, slight cramps on and off for the next 3 weeks, and a little sickness. I also had tender breasts. I was convinced I was pregnant as a week had passed from my period due date of the 8th of October. By this time, symptoms had stopped, and I started getting cramps again. I finally came on my period on October 22nd, just over 2 weeks late! I would recommend Ella to anyone in my position as it worked for me."

• txc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 7, 2022

"If any of you are like me, you've been reading and re-reading these posts for a sense of relief and hope. Since discovering this page, I've read each post daily trying to find someone similar to me. I had unprotected sex on November 13 and took Ella on November 15. Because of my BMI being over 30, I knew that Plan B wasn't an option, and I did not want to take any chances. Since taking Ella, I have felt every pregnancy symptom - breast fullness and soreness, fatigue, nausea, a weird cramping in my pelvic area, and the need to pee more often. I'd gotten to the point where I'd basically accepted that I was pregnant and was considering my options. My periods are very regular, and after 3 days of cramping, it began today as normal. It has been heavier than usual for day 1, but I have never been so happy to see it."

• lig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2020

"This page has helped me a lot when I was stressing out, so I thought it was a good idea to share my experience for other girls. I had unprotected sex on December 26th, and my ovulation day was on December 27th (silly, I know). 14 hours after the accident, I took Ellaone as a precaution (to say the least). Two hours later, I started to feel a bit dizzy, but that was all. 7-9 days after the pill, I started to have terrible cramps, breast pain, sore breasts, I felt my breasts were SO big, and of course, I started to PANIC, so first, advise girls, do not read anything online. Finally, I had my period 3 days in advance. So, don't stress out, relax... it will work, ladies!"

• 102...
• December 11, 2020

"Had IPS on November 23rd. Last period November 8th. Took Ellaone 48 hrs after. I'm in my late 30s. I have a teen and 2 under 4. I have a 33-day cycle. My period was due today, the 11th of December. I've had swollen breasts and lots of pregnancy symptoms. After reading reviews on here, I felt much calmer. Today, I got 2 positive pregnancy tests. It's not the end of the world. A little scared now, hope all will be okay. I was waiting for my period to get the coil inserted. I guess I was ovulating, and with my 2 small ones, we tried and I got pregnant straight away. Best of luck to all xx."

• Rac...
• July 17, 2019

"So my experience with Ella wasn't the best, but I'll tell you right now it worked, so if you're thinking about taking it, just do, it's still worth it!! My period ended on a Wednesday, and I had unprotected sex on Saturday, and since I wasn't on any birth control for over a year, I thought I would be better safe than sorry and took Ella on Sunday morning. The 1st week I just felt a little light-headed and tired, 2nd week I started to get some weird stabbing pain on my left side, 3rd week my breasts were painfully sore and doubled in size, and I started to bloat (it looked like I was already 3 months pregnant), and all my lower stomach hurt. I was gassy, and the stabbing pain continued, but by now it was spreading also to the right side. By this time, I was also feeling nauseous from all the anxiety. After two negative pregnancy tests, my period finally arrived a week late!!! So please don't freak out like I did and just be patient, the pill does its job, but it will mess up your body. Good luck!"

• Lan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2016

"The reasons I did a review on this is because of the comfort I got from reading other reviews in my moment of panic, in hopes that mine will comfort another. Took Ella a few hours after unprotected sex (bad idea), and I was a few weeks from my next period. My cycle was fairly consistent, and you could only imagine the sheer panic of missing my period for 5 days. Relief only came the next morning when my period resumed. I was panicked because this was the longest I had gone without my period, and I had no symptoms associated with taking Ella, so I assumed it didn't work. All I will advise is to be patient, not only does Ella work, but there were very few symptoms. Very effective, definitely recommend it."

• Dot...
• January 7, 2020

"So just like the majority here, I've decided to share my experience because the comments here helped me to relax during a stressful time. Had UPS on the 14th of December, took ella on the 15th. No side effects. Then, VERY FOOLISHLY, had UPS again on the 26th of December. My period was actually due that week and was late. Fast forward to 6 pregnancy tests later and a doctor's appointment, and my period FINALLY arrived 19 DAYS late this morning. I have never been so happy to see Aunt Flow. Moral of the story: the STRESS is not worth it, and practicing safe sex is so important! Won't be happening again, that's for sure! Stay calm, ladies, that's the best advice. x"

• Och...
• December 6, 2018

"I have taken Ella about 3 times in the past 3 years. I had experienced some delay in my period, but nothing more than a couple of days. My last experience was, however, very different. The condom slipped off my husband. I took it within a few hours after the accident, I had begun ovulation. My period was delayed. I took two urine pregnancy tests, one at one week late and the other on the second week being late. I went to see my doctor, and they performed a blood pregnancy test, which was also negative at 15 days late. At 18 days late, I finally started my period. I have had the worst back, upper leg, and cramps that I’ve ever had, but I’m happy to know that Ella worked. I believe what happened was that it must have pushed back my ovulation, therefore made my period about 3 weeks late. Therefore, depending on when you take it in your cycle, it may or may not delay your period. Hopes my experience helps someone."

• Xxx...
• November 17, 2019

"I decided to take ella two days after. Although we did use a condom, I believe it came off during, and to be safe, I decided to get EC. I took it just a few days after my period finished. I was so worried as I had waited two days. When my period didn’t come, I began to panic. I was so worried, I had never been so stressed. I found this page, and it made me feel a bit better after reading that others experienced late periods. Although I knew it was common for the pill to delay a week, once that week was over and my period still didn’t come, I really panicked. I did four pregnancy tests, all negative, and 12 days later my period started. I cried, I was so relieved. I didn’t experience any other symptoms, and the pill did work. This pill does mess up your cycle, so if you are panicking, please do not try to stress. I know it’s easier said than done, but stress can delay periods as well."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 8, 2023

"I promised myself I will leave the review to help girls who had this pill keep themselves sane, so here I am! Well, long story short: IT WORKS even if you take it during the fertile window! Had UPS on 18th June, took the pill within 8 hours. No side effects except cramps on the following day. My next period is due on 4th July. Well, time passed by and my period is not here on time (it’s always super regular). So, I googled and turned paranoid because it said the pill won’t have an effect if you’ve already ovulated. Did tons of pregnancy tests, ALL NEGATIVE. Finally today, 4 days late, I got my period!! Ella one WORKED! If you are unsure and under a lot of stress, take a test. If it's negative, just WAIT! Don’t google too much (stress is also a factor which would influence your cycle). TAKE CARE GIRLS, your period will be there! Sending positive energy to all of you, stay safe!"