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  5. My last period started on 4 April, and I have missed my period this month. I had intercourse on the last day of my previous period. Today is 12 May, and my period still has not started. Can I take an i-Pill now?

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My last period started on 4 April, and I have missed my period this month. I had intercourse on the last day of my previous period. Today is 12 May, and my period still has not started. Can I take an i-Pill now?

Asked by Female, 18 · 11 days ago

The i-Pill (levonorgestrel) is an emergency contraceptive medicine and works only when taken shortly after unprotected intercourse, ideally within 72 hours. It will not be effective for intercourse that happened several weeks ago, and it cannot start a period or end an existing pregnancy. Since your last period began on 4 April and you have not had your next period by 12 May, pregnancy is a possibility, even though intercourse happened on the last day of your period. The most appropriate step now is to take a home urine pregnancy test, preferably using the first morning urine for better accuracy. If the result is positive, you should consult a doctor for further advice and care. If it is negative but your period still does not come within a week, repeat the test and seek medical review. Stress, hormonal changes, or illness can also delay periods.
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It is not advisable to take an i-Pill (Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg) now, as it is meant to be taken within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected intercourse to prevent pregnancy. Since your intercourse was on the last day of your previous period (April 4), and today is May 12, it is well beyond the effective window for emergency contraception.

⚕️ What This Likely Means

Missing your period this month despite having intercourse during your last period's end could indicate pregnancy or another cause of delayed menstruation. Emergency contraception will not be effective or appropriate at this stage.

⚠️ Important Next Steps

  • Consider taking a pregnancy test to check if you are pregnant since the period is missed and it’s been over a month.
  • Consult a gynecologist (women’s reproductive health specialist) promptly to discuss your symptoms and get appropriate evaluation and advice.
  • Avoid taking emergency contraceptive pills outside their effective window, as this will not prevent pregnancy and may cause side effects unnecessarily.

🩺 When to See the Doctor

Seek immediate consultation if you experience any unusual pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, or symptoms such as severe nausea or dizziness. Otherwise, book an appointment with a gynecologist for further assessment.

If you want, I can explain pregnancy testing options or other contraceptive methods in more detail.

Answered 11 days ago

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