emergency contraceptive pill
It is a method of contraception that is not 100% effective, but is commonly used to prevent unwanted pregnancy when having sex.
using hormonal principles to control fertilization between egg and sperm
As a result, the body of the eater is at risk of bleeding, abdominal pain, and irregular menstruation.
and adversely affect the uterus in the long term
Let's get to know birth control by taking emergency contraceptive pills.
with various side effects
What is emergency contraception?
Emergency
contraceptive pills (
Emergency contraceptive pills
) are contraceptive pills that use the principle of female hormonal control.
after having sex
to prevent unwanted pregnancy
from the erroneous count of ovulation days
or being sexually harassed
Because the drug contains a high amount of hormones.
therefore should not be eaten regularly
and should know how to use it before eating
Hormones in emergency contraceptive pills include estrogen, progestins, in proportion to interfere with ovulation.
but cannot terminate the pregnancy.
Therefore, there is a requirement to eat immediately.
or within the specified time
How to take emergency contraceptive pills
Emergency contraceptive pills sold in pharmacies in Thailand are the type that need to be taken as 2 tablets. Each box contains 2 packs of 1 tablet, but if you buy it and it looks like the pack is something else, you must ask the pharmacist how to take it.
and read the drug label to understand
Take the first emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours after intercourse.
For the most effective contraceptive results
The first emergency contraceptive pill must be taken 72 hours after intercourse.
Since sperm can live in a woman's body for up to 5 days, according to medical principles, if an egg is ovulated during this time, fertilization can occur.
Therefore, it is necessary to take emergency contraceptive pills as soon as possible to delay the period of ovulation.
Symptoms after taking the first emergency contraceptive pill
The side effect of taking the first 1 pill of emergency contraception is making you want to vomit.
If vomiting occurs 2 hours after taking the first emergency contraceptive pill, take a new one.
Take the second emergency contraceptive pill 12 hours after the first pill.
Take the second pill in the second pack within 12 hours of taking the first pill.
for the most effective protection against pregnancy
Symptoms after taking the 2nd emergency contraceptive pill
The side effects of taking the second emergency contraceptive pill are nausea and vomiting.
What are the side effects of emergency contraceptive pills?
Emergency contraceptive pills have both short-term and long-term side effects. In the first few hours after taking the pills, they are nauseated, wanting to vomit, and some have light blistering bleeding from their abdomen.
notice the underwear
but not as much as menstrual blood
Emergency contraception should not be used long-term.
Emergency contraceptive pills should not be taken 4 times in 1 month because it will postpone the menstrual period.
The natural hormone-making mechanisms in the body may be abnormal.
Menstruation may come earlier or later than usual.
and long-term adverse effects on the ovaries and uterine lining
and the risk of ectopic pregnancy as well
emergency contraceptive pill
How do you know you're not pregnant?
Due to the side effects of emergency contraceptive pills, menstruation may be postponed.
If a period of 28 days has been completed according to the menstrual cycle
Then the month comes
will not be pregnant
But if there is concern while waiting
You can use the pregnancy test to check every 5 days to monitor your pregnancy.
The efficacy of birth control with the emergency contraceptive method is not 100%
.
not abortion
and does not prevent 100% pregnancy. Choosing this method of contraception is only if
1. Sexual harassment
2. Having unintentional sex ejaculation
3. Condom is broken or leaked.
emergency contraceptive pill
When will the menstruation come?
A week after taking the emergency contraceptive pill, your period will come back normally.
or follow the original round
Where are emergency contraceptives sold?
Emergency contraceptive pills should be purchased from a pharmacy.
because if ordering online
Not sure of its quality and efficacy as it does not prevent pregnancy as stated.
Other methods of contraception should also be used.
There are several methods of birth control.
Emergency contraceptive pills are in the woman's body and have side effects that pose a risk to the woman's hormonal system.
Therefore, alternative methods of contraception should be chosen.
To reduce the risk for girls