Will using the emergency contraceptive pill mifepristone affect menstruation?

Will using the emergency contraceptive pill mifepristone affect menstruation?

1. Mifepristone is an emergency contraceptive pill, and its commonly used dosage form is tablets. The use of the emergency contraceptive pill mifepristone will generally affect menstruation.

2. Mifepristone can terminate early pregnancy, prevent fertilized eggs from implanting, induce menstruation, and promote cervical ripening. After unprotected intercourse, taking mifepristone can generally play the role of emergency contraception. Since mifepristone contains a large amount of progesterone, it will have a certain impact on the hormone level in the body, so it may cause delayed menstruation, reduced menstrual flow, etc. This situation is generally normal and does not require special treatment. After the drug is completely metabolized, the hormone level in the body returns to normal, and menstruation usually returns to normal on its own.

3. Although mifepristone has a contraceptive effect, it must be taken strictly according to the doctor's advice and cannot be used blindly for a long time, otherwise it will cause endocrine disorders and may also cause infertility. People who are allergic to mifepristone cannot take it. If you are using other drugs, you need to consult before using mifepristone to prevent drug interactions.

4. It is recommended to develop good habits. If there is no desire to have children, condoms can be used throughout sexual intercourse. Women can also go to the hospital to wear an intrauterine device.