Ulipristal and Anxiety: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Nay...
• June 18, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "My period is due on the 18th, had UPS with a very new partner on June 7, 2021 - he pulled out literally as he was beginning to finish and told me he didn't finish anywhere near. I believed him, but I had a niggling feeling as we both had been drinking. A few days later, when I checked my Flo app, I realized the day we had UPS was the day of ovulation! I panicked, ran to the drug store, and took Ella on the 6th day (recommended time is within 5). I am having a nightmare. My period is due tomorrow, and I've seen no signs of it coming other than cramping, a little spotting, and lots of discharge. My PMS and anxiety have been through the roof. I have turned into this emotional yet raging monster that's hungry all the time. I took 2 pregnancy tests today, and they came out negative, I'll try again next week. If all 3 are negative, my hope is that my period will return in time. A BIG lesson learned, though, if all is well in the end. Wish me luck!"

• jas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "Felt like it's my obligation to leave a review to make other girls relax a bit. My period was late by 4 days, by which time I was overthinking everything. A day after taking the pill (mind you, I was ovulating when I took this) I was experiencing anxiety, depression, and just freaking out, convincing myself I was preg. After taking negative tests every 3 days a week before my period, it somehow relaxed me a bit. So advice! If you're a worrier like me, it's best to stock the pregnancy test just to make sure (and make sure over and over again 'til you bleed). I did get my period, although it was late and lighter than normal, but still your period nonetheless. Will be looking at better forms of contraceptive as this just messes up your emotions."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2023

For Emergency Contraception "This page has been a godsend for me. I took ella one around 32 hours after unprotected sex. I realized that it was the day after the expected ovulation day. I have been so worried waiting for two weeks to see whether this had worked. I had seen so much information online stating it wouldn’t work if I had already ovulated. The tablet definitely made me more anxious than usual and had some mood swings. I had sore boobs and cramps around 2 days after taking it, and this continued for the two weeks (convinced I was pregnant), however, I got my period on the day it was due. So try not to let the reviews where it hasn’t worked make you worry too much. However, due to the anxiety and mood swings, I will not be taking this pill again!"

• ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I had a pretty anxiety-filled experience with Ella. I’ve taken it twice, and the first time, no side effects whatsoever. The second time, I was an emotional wreck, and my period was 7 days late. Just hang in there if you’re worried about your period being late. It’ll come."

• Lou...
• March 21, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Took the Ella pill 25 hours after unprotected sex. I was at the end of my period when I took it. When my next period came after that, it was late by 12 days, which is very unusual because my period normally works like clockwork. The week before I got my period, I was very anxious and worried that I was pregnant, I was also very nauseous and had sore and tender breasts, so I had myself fully convinced that I was pregnant. When I did get my period, it was a light bleed for a day and then got heavier. Ella obviously does work and is effective, if you’re worried about being late, it’s just that your hormones have been thrown all over the place because of the pill. And the worst thing is worrying about it and being anxious because it’ll only delay your period even more."

• Str...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 16, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I promised I would share this afterward, hopefully to reassure someone reading these reviews. I took ella one around 18 hours later, I was, according to various apps, 4 days maybe less before ovulation. The pharmacist told me this was the strongest, so said this was the best. After I took ella, I felt sick for around a day and had a headache! I also felt completely moody. In the run-up to my normal period date, I felt sickly at night and had incredibly sore breasts. I was a walking hormone, also with tears. I took around 7 tests, all negative. I honestly think that was more paranoia! I got my period a few days later than normal. It does work! I won’t say don’t stress because it is so hard! It made my anxiety so bad! I won’t ever rush out to take this again, but girls and any guys reading because they are worried, it works for so many people, including me!"

• Cia...
• July 5, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Had 2 incidents. Took EllaOne the first month, and my period arrived as normal. Took it again just after my period came (4 weeks after first taking it), and it knocked my period off for 58 days!! I did so many tests, but all negative. The doctor said it was normal and would return when ready. I went INSANE, such low mood, but when I finally got my period after 58 days, I felt normal again. So happy it worked, but the STRESS! Taking it twice 100% messed it up, but don't worry, girls, this forum kept me sane :)"

• Eem...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 4, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "So before taking this, I was on the Cerelle desogestrel mini-pill, and I forgot to take it on the 21st of Nov after having a really good streak. So therefore, not as protected. Anyway, me and my boyfriend had sex once between 00:00-3:00 Sunday morn, went to bed at 3ish, and anywhere from 12:00-15:00 on Sunday we had sex. Kinda protected, pulled out, boyfriend doesn't like condoms. So got it about 16:00 Sunday. My period is due this Friday, however, this might not even be accurate as the mini-pill has screwed with my cycle. It is Tuesday the 4th, I had spotting last week, it was brownish, lasted a day with some mild cramping, and I've been so tired today, had hot flashes, anxious as anything. Couldn't sleep AT ALL except a few hours Sunday night. Been so emotional over the weekend too. Also, some abdominal discomfort too hard to describe. But I'll keep you guys posted. Hopefully, it does the trick!"

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 4, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "My period was already late, but there was no way I was pregnant. Then I had unprotected sex and took Ella the next day. It made me get a severe breakout and was anxious and depressed for a week afterwards. What I think was my period came 12 days later, but was much lighter than usual. I’m still so worried I’m pregnant. Never being so stupid again and never taking this pill again."

• Iri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2018

For Emergency Contraception "Going to share my experience using Ella One with ladies who are stressing. I took the pill the next day after I protected sex with my partner, however, it made me very sick, and I threw up just at the 3-hour limit. I didn’t take the risk and bought another one, which messed up my system. The bloating and anxiety I experienced over the next month were horrible, and I started spotting at the time my period was due, which I thought was implantation bleeding. However, negative tests and my period was 3 weeks late. This pill works but has its side effects."

• Bri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 30, 2024

For Emergency Contraception "I took this pill a bit over 24 hours after I had unprotected sex. My period tracking app said I was one day away from ovulation, so I was feeling pretty freaked out. The only side effects I had in the beginning were stomach ache and diarrhea. I noticed in the weeks after that I had more discharge than usual, and I started experiencing pretty intense mood swings. Please do NOT listen to the manufacturers when they say your period should only be 7 days late. Mine was 30 days late—so I pretty much skipped an entire cycle. My last period was May 1st, and I got my next one after ella on June 28. At many points, I was worried that I might be pregnant. I took 2 pregnancy tests and they both came out negative. Beyond the pregnancy anxiety, this pill definitely caused me to feel way more anxious than usual. If you struggle with mental health, definitely keep that in mind. Reading all the reviews on this website really helped ease the anxiety, so I want to thank all the people who wrote reviews."

• 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."

• 212...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Thought I would share my experience, seeing as I’ve been through the living nightmare the past few weeks! I took the pill after an accident during sex, roughly 10 hours after the incident. This was July 15th, I came on my period the next day, July 16th. It made my period 2 days early, it was due around that time anyway. I thought, yay, it’s worked and I’m not pregnant!! But then I didn’t expect the effect it would have on my body afterward. August came, and normally towards my period, I get really bad PMS symptoms. I was so bloated, mood swings, crying, anxiety, everything basically. But then once the 16th approached, my period never came! One week passed, it didn’t come. I was so worried I’d taken 10+ pregnancy tests, they were all negative. Another week passed, still no period. Until today, August 30th, it’s finally arrived! I can’t even put into words how relieved I am. Although it’s the most painful period I’ve ever had. I wouldn’t take this pill again. The suffering was horrid."

• for...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2024

For Emergency Contraception "I promise to write a review here, as all the comments help me a lot while waiting for my period to come. I take ella on CD 6 for the same reason as all the people here. My period is delayed for 16 days, on CD 47, after multiple negative tests, and I almost met the doctor. It's effective, however, personally, I'm not recommended to use it, as it really impacts your emotions and gives anxiety, as you get feelings of cramps and other symptoms while waiting for your period."

• AKW...
• June 12, 2023

For Emergency Contraception "Adding my review to the chorus of women here saying this drug made them go insane with anxiety. I took ella 2 days after UPS, on day 17 of my cycle (my cycles are usually 34 days, so this was right in that fertile window, hence taking this pill), and the symptoms began 4-5 days later. My doctor had recommended this pill for me because my BMI is higher - I have taken Plan B before with no symptoms anywhere near this. The bloating began and intensified as my PMS started. I gained 8 lbs in a week. My breasts got huge and sore, and dark blue veins showed up. I felt like there was a pulse in my uterus if that makes sense, and my heart rate was higher - all also signs of early pregnancy. I was so anxious I was taking 3-4 pregnancy tests a day. I finally got my period 3 days late. While I guess this pill worked, I would do anything to avoid taking it if you can. It truly mimics early pregnancy symptoms, and the stress was awful. But if you do take it, hang in there and test often!!!"

• Lin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 14, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "Although my partner and I used protection, the condom tore. We were both terrified and went to the pharmacy and were recommended EllaOne. I had this within an hour of UPS and was afraid that it was too late for any solution. I read about how it only works if you haven’t ovulated. However, I was due on my period in 6 days and assumed I already had. DUE IN 6 DAYS!! So I went online and found this page and read so many positive reviews that put my mind at ease, but was unable to find reviews relating to those who were meant to be starting really soon. So I thought whatever happens, I will also share my experience! Positive or negative. Anyways, the miracle tablet worked and I started my period one day earlier than expected!!! So happy to be in pain lol, but the side effects of the tablet are awful! My anxiety went through the roof and I was a wreck for 3 days, sore chest, nausea all day long, etc., etc., but the result is it worked! So I’m happy!"

• 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!"

• Ukg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 28, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I had to take this on Monday (3 days ago) and I have felt so tired and had anxiety and a headache ever since mildly, but way worse today, hence googling others' experiences! Obviously, it’s better than the other option, but will know to be more careful in the future. I don’t feel myself, hardly have the energy to even do my makeup or hair, and I’m never like this! I don’t have tender boobs like I have read others do, but I have been randomly moody to my bf. Luckily, he knows why and gets it lol."

• Zzz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 19, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took ellaone on day 10 of my 27-day cycle, within 12 hours of unprotected sex. I took a lot of tests when I was late, and all were negative until I was 7 days late. I tested positive, on day 8, I got 2 more positives (1 on a line test and one Clearblue digital which said pregnant 1-2 weeks). I also got a negative on a line test the same day. I was an emotional wreck, coming to terms with being pregnant. The following day, I went to EPU and tested negative with a urine test, and my blood hCG level was only 1.2! Meaning I was not pregnant as hCG level too low and told I’d likely had a chemical pregnancy and to test again in a week. I did, it was negative. I had many cramps across my lower back and pelvis for days but no bleeding at all! Today, I’ve come on my period 21 days late. It didn’t stop me from falling pregnant, but I’m no longer pregnant now. I will never take this pill again, it caused so much anxiety and stress."

• Zzz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 19, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took ellaone on day 10 of my 27-day cycle, within 12 hours of unprotected sex. I took a lot of tests when I was late, and all were negative until I was 7 days late. I tested positive, on day 8, I got 2 more positives (1 on a line test and one Clearblue digital which said pregnant 1-2 weeks). I also got a negative on a line test the same day. I was an emotional wreck, coming to terms with being pregnant. The following day, I went to EPU and tested negative with a urine test, and my blood hCG level was only 1.2! Meaning I was not pregnant as hCG level too low and told I’d likely had a chemical pregnancy and to test again in a week. I did, it was negative. I had many cramps across my lower back and pelvis for days but no bleeding at all! Today, I’ve come on my period 21 days late. It didn’t stop me from falling pregnant, but I’m no longer pregnant now. I will never take this pill again, it caused so much anxiety and stress."

• A23...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 26, 2022

For Emergency Contraception "I want to share my story with ella. I took this pill 3 weeks ago. I have regular periods (29-30 days). My period was only 2 days late, but it came with painful cramps. Also, I experienced a lot of anxiety. I went to the hospital several times because of panic attacks. I don't recommend this pill (I also saw a lot of comments from girls that got pregnant after taking this pill). Take care of you and think twice before making the decision to get this pill."

• 123...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2021

For Emergency Contraception "I took Ella approximately 14 hours after having unprotected sex (3/10/2021). It was the day before I was due to ovulate according to my Flo app. After 1 week, approximately 11/10/21, my breasts became so tender that I experienced discomfort even when just walking down the stairs. I was very anxious, I had no other symptoms of pregnancy. I was due for my period on 21/10/21, but it came on 23/10/21, breast tenderness subsided after two days. My period was lighter than usual and lasted 4 days. I have done a test to be sure, and it is negative."