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Why do I feel dizzy after taking Ibuprofen?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 18 year old female, and I weigh 135 lbs and 5.4 feet tall. I take birth control pills every night, along with two 500 mcg Biotin and two 500 mg cranberry pills. Tonight, I had a headache, so I accidentally took two 800 mg Ibuprofen tablets without thinking about it. I feel extremel... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You do not need to worry about any of these symptoms. Let me explain. Biotin and cranberry are health supplements, they do not affect the body adversely. Birth control pills, regularize the hormonal status in the body. So, they have no effect too. But few of the side e... Read Full »
Are contraceptive pills started on the third day be effective?
Query: Hi doctor, I have started taking Novelon birth control pills from the third day of my period. Will this contraception be enough? This is the first time I am using the pills. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, this oral contraceptive pill is more than enough for contraception. Do not take any other medication as this will work as a contraceptive. You may or may not experience slight nausea, abdominal cramping, lightheadedness and headache, but these will eventually settle... Read Full »
I am dealing with with side effects of Unwanted 72. Please help.
Query: Taken 2 pills of unwanted 72 And now I'm facing side effects like diarrhoea, severe stomach pain, cold, cough, fever, headache since 3 days it's increasing but not getting less Read Full »
Answer: Fairy, welcome to icliniq. I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing side effects after taking unwanted 72 pills. Unwanted 72 is an emergency contraceptive pill that contains levonorgestrel, which can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, and menstrual irregularities. The side e... Read Full »
I had unprotected sex. Will I get pregnant?
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex on the third day of my periods while I was still bleeding. Within an hour I took an emergency contraceptive pill as well. Is it safe or will I be a pregnant? Please explain me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is very unlikely to get pregnant while on period.There is no need of emergency contraceptive pill. But, now that 1 % chance is also out of the question. Do not worry, you are safe. But there is a possibility that you might get irregular periods for the next two to th... Read Full »
Which medicine can delay periods without side effects?
Query: Hi doctor,I am getting married in a couple of days, and I fear I might get my period on or around the ceremony days. Hence wanted your advice and help on what medicines to consume to delay them and when I should start them. Also, I wanted to understand if there are any side effects to taking these. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Congratulations on your wedding. It is possible to delay your menstrual cycle by taking hormonal contraceptives. There are several options available, including birth control pills, a contraceptive patch, or a ho... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex four months ago. He pulled out and did not ejaculate inside or near my vagina. I took Plan B to be safe, and my period came. The pill changed my cycle; it started coming in the first week for the past three months. This month, I am still waiting. Please give your op... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. I read your query and understand your concern. The emergency contraceptive pill may disturb your menstrual cycle for three to four months, but not more than that. Based on yo... Read Full »
Can a combined contraceptive pill prevent pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with my husband using a condom. But I doubt if the condom leaked and now it has been more than 12 hours. I have taken the a combination of Ethinylestradiol and Gestodene birth control pill as ECP is not available in the place where I stay. Should I take more than one pill to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You have mentioned that you are taking a combined contraceptive pill. If you are taking these medications properly then you do not need emergency contraceptives. As you are already on contraceptives and had sex in a non-fertile period there... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been taking the birth control pill Cerazette (Desogestrel) for the past three years. This pill has completely stopped my menstrual cycle, so I no longer get periods. Since yesterday, I have been experiencing some discoloration in my discharge. It is brownish in color and has a s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. According to your description, this discharge could be due to an infection, and for that, you should take a proper antibiotic course. However, since you mentioned that you are not getting your periods a... Read Full »
I wanted to know if it is safe to use the tablet Althea as a contraceptive pill?
Query: Hi doctor,Is it safe to use the tablet Althea as a contraceptive pill? If so, what are the things that I should remember before and while using it? Like side effects, health complications, and how should I use it correctly. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is combined oral contraceptive pills that should be avoided for a long time. All hormonal contraceptive pills can have short and long-term effects and the individual body responds to them differently. Some have fewer and some have more sid... Read Full »
What is the chance of getting pregnant while taking combined OCP?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a question about the likelihood of getting pregnant while taking combined birth control pills. I started taking the pills three weeks ago, using the first-day method. So, I took my first pill on the first day of my period because I heard it works right away. I had unprotected sex a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have started the pills from day one of the periods, then you are protected from the very first day. So, if you had intercourse after six days, you need not worry. Also, combined birth control pills give you a month long protection irrespective of the number of ... Read Full »