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FAQ: What are the side effects of emergency contraception?

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What are the side effects of emergency contraception?

The side effects of emergency contraception can include:

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Tender breasts
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Abdominal pains/cramps.

The hospital staff may offer you medication to prevent nausea. Any side effects usually go away within a few days. Emergency contraception may affect your menstrual cycle. It may be early or late, light or heavy.

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