SIde effects of taking postinor 2 (p2)

Last updated on November 15th, 2022 at 05:56 pm

This article focuses on the side effects of taking postinor 2 (p2). Postinor 2 is often referred to as P2 or morning after pill.

P2 pills must be taken as soon as possible to be effective.

P2 is given in two doses.

• The first dose should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
• The second dose or dose is taken 12 hours after the first dose.

If vomiting occurs within 3 hours of taking P2, the person is advised to take another dose. On the other hand, you can seek help from your doctor or physician for additional medicine.

According to experts, Postinor 2 can be taken at any time during menstruation. However, it is not recommended to take it if you have missed your period or period.

P2 pills can be taken at any time, but not while using these drugs;

• Medicines for the treatment of tuberculosis.
• Medicines for the treatment of epilepsy.
• HIV treatment.
• Medicines for the treatment of fungal diseases.
  

SIde effects of taking postinor 2 (p2)

Postinor 2 may not have side effects for everyone. Most side effects are mild and usually go away after a short period of time.

The most common effects on most people include;

• Bloody blood. This can happen about 2-3 days after taking the medicine.
• Nausea and vomiting. Only about 25% of people experience this effect.
• Dizziness.
• Frequent headaches.
• Pain and diarrhea.
• Soft breast.
• Fatigue.

When you should not take Postinor 2

1. When you have diabetes.
2. If you have problems or liver problems. If you have a disease of the intestinal tract.
3. If you are hypersensitive to certain things. If you have breast cancer.
4. If the bleeding is unexplained. If you had unprotected sex more than 72 hours before that during the same period.

All this information should be counterchecked with professional advice from a qualified gynecologist.

Should you need further advice, the same applies.