Take Action for Emergency Contraception User Reviews (Page 5)

• Wan...
• May 16, 2019

"I took the Take Action emergency pill the next day after having unprotected sex - even though he didn’t finish inside me, but just in case. I felt just fine for 2 days, but on the 3rd day, I felt dizzy all day long, thinking something is really wrong with my body and felt horrible the whole day. I felt absolutely fine for a whole week, but then after 10 days, I started feeling terrible again, woke up nauseous and dizzy the whole day, had to even take medicine for it. I got so scared thinking I might be pregnant, but took a pregnancy test and it was negative. Then again, after 2 days, I took another pregnancy test, and it still came out negative. I finally started my period after a 2-day delay. So don’t worry, guys, this pill does work, it worked fine on me, but I just felt terrible with its side effects!"

• Ash...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2019

"The condom ripped, so I took this just to be safe. I had a period the week before this happened. Five days after I took the pill, I had bleeding as if it was another period, which lasted five days (which I hope it was actually my period), not really any other side effects. But now it’s the 27th day since that one ended, and I’m a little concerned. I’ve taken three tests, and they all came out negative. Praying for a period right now. Just go buy another pill. This stress wasn’t worth it."

• Noo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2019

"Update to past post talking about having side effects three weeks after. Yeah, hi, I’m still having them. Took that pill Jan 29, it’s April 26. Almost three months and I’m still occasionally getting light cramps, SUPER bloated, and my nipples are sore. Pretty sure I’m not pregnant, however. Went to a pregnancy center in my town, their test also said negative. Try not to panic too much if the side effects last a while, because they sure have with me. If you are worried, I would recommend seeing a doctor, as that is what I’m going to do if these don’t stop soon. :) I will keep you updated on what they say if I go."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2017

"I took this pill about 11 hours after having unprotected sex. I did take it on my 4th day of my period, and the side effects were bad. My period lasted a week, and I did experience spotting right after my period. I was extremely stressed out and scared because a month later, my period didn’t come. I do get my period regularly, and I rarely get my period late. But I heard that the pill and stress can delay your period. So I waited, and my period did come! It was about a week and a half late! So yes, the pill DOES work!"

• Anonymous
• February 1, 2020

"I was on the ring for about 11 months, decided to get off. 2 weeks later, the condom got stuck in me unknowingly, and cum got inside of me. I’m pretty sure it was very close to ovulation. So, I took this pill about 2 hours later. Got my period 3 days earlier than expected."

• Aly...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2022

"Stop stressing! I had unprotected sex on January 9th, 2 days before my predicted ovulation. He came inside of me, so I went to get a Plan B/Take Action. They were sold out everywhere I looked, so I went again the next day and got a Take Action. I took it 27 hours after the unprotected sex. A week later, I experienced bleeding (heavier than spotting) for 2 days, then it went away. That’s really the only side effect that I experienced. And then after that, my period came at the expected time. So don’t worry and stop googling (like me), it’ll just stress you more."

• Don...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 7, 2021

"Hubby didn't pull out in time, so the next morning, he went and picked it up. I'm breastfeeding my 10-month-old as well. Within 2 days, we both had thrush (kind of a fungal yeast infection). His mouth was covered in those white patches, and my nipples ached horribly. I also had headaches. And I'm bleeding, it's been like a week since I've taken the pill. It's been like 2 weeks since my last period. I would not recommend this for nursing moms. Bad, bad, bad idea! But nonetheless, I'm not pregnant, which is freaking great news because I don't need #6."

• ris...
• October 29, 2019

"I had unprotected sex on 10/9. I checked my app and realized I was in my fertile window and 3 days away from my most fertile day. The next day, I bought the pill and took it immediately. I also bought ovulation strips. I used the ovulation test on 10/12; it was positive. On 10/15, I began experiencing breast tenderness and spotting; this came and went for 4 days. I also noticed I was extremely emotional and fatigued; I really felt pregnant. I was expecting my period on 10/26. It is now the 29th, no sign of a period, and the pregnancy test I took last week was negative. Still not sure if the pill worked; I will say I’ve never experienced symptoms like this with Plan B or birth control pills. Obviously, if I do end up being pregnant, it could be the cause of the symptoms mentioned, but personally, I’d advise you ladies to either spend the extra money on Plan B or talk to your doctor about the pills you can get a prescription for as emergency contraception."

• All...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2019

"This works! It is the exact same medication and dosage as Plan B. I had unprotected sex (the condom slipped off) on day 13 of my regular 28-day cycle. Took the Take Action pill within an hour of the incident, and like clockwork, my period appeared on day 28 as normal. Symptoms included mood swings, dizziness, severe cramping, and a much heavier period than normal. Negative pregnancy test result."

• Poo...
• September 6, 2018

"Our condom broke (I am not on birth control), took this 12 hours later. I had brown spotting 1.5 weeks after, which turned into very heavy bleeding with clots and cramps. This was 1.5 weeks earlier than my expected period (I have 32-40 day cycles), but Take Action can cause an early period. I am still having serious bloating and fatigue 1 month after, with occasional mild cramps and sore boobs, but both urine/blood preg tests are negative, so it worked! Side effects are weird and long-lasting, but it’s worth it. Doc says I’m not pregnant! Time for birth control!"

• Sic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 13, 2021

"I took Take Action on July 10, less than an hour after the incident. I don't know if it worked as it's only been a few days, but so far, my side effects have been flu-like symptoms such as fever, headaches, runny and stuffy nose, congestion, body aches, and fatigue. I do not have the flu. This is the first time I've ever taken any kind of contraceptive pill. My period had just ended two days prior to when I had sex, so I will not find out until around August 5 if my period is late or not. I have irregular periods, so I may not know until much after. Hopefully, this worked because the symptoms of sickness and a child are not worth the incident. This was the first time I've ever had unprotected sex, and I'm not ready for a child in my life right now."

• Anonymous
• April 27, 2021

"Y'all don't listen to the bad reviews!!! I kid you not, I have taken every brand of emergency contraceptive on the market and have never had a problem, they have always worked. The name and price difference means absolutely nothing if you look at the ingredients, they are the exact same in every single one of them! If you use it properly, then it will work. Keep in mind, if you have already ovulated, there is not much this can do for you, but if you use it in the right window, it will work. Read the fine print, people, there are things that can cancel it out! All of the reviews saying it doesn’t work and they got pregnant clearly are only a few out of heaps. The only side effects I’ve ever experienced are extreme mood swings, but that’s the same as any birth control."

• Anonymous
• April 3, 2019

"I will never take this pill again. I had the worst side effects from it. I had severe migraines two days after taking it, and a week later I’m so nauseous and bloated. I couldn’t even finish my routine at the gym today. Not sure if the pill worked yet, I do feel like I’m pregnant with how crappy and tired I feel. Spend the extra $10 and get Plan B."

• Ner...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 8, 2019

"Okay, so I will NEVER try this pill again. I took it maybe 3 hours after my boyfriend ejaculated in me or near the surface, and it was the day after I got done ovulating, so I was very nervous it wouldn’t work considering I was very fertile. It worked, I got my period 2 days late, but the side effects SUCK. I was SO NAUSEOUS, I had the worst breast pain, and my back pains were horrible. Never trying again. It worked, but it wasn’t worth it at all."

• sti...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2021

"This does not work. I took the pill on Feb 24, within 72 hours of having unprotected sex, and now it is March 19th and I found out that I am pregnant. I don't recommend this pill at all. Please buy Plan B."

• Ind...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 14, 2019

"I took the Take Action Pill around 11:30 PM on 11/27/19 after unprotected sex. My period came a whole week early, started on December 4th, and now it is December 14. A whole 10 days! I usually stay on my period for a week. And I’ve taken a Plan B before, the only side effect was an early period. The Take Action Pill works because I’m not pregnant, but this nonstop bleeding and fatigue is horrible! My period is definitely heavier. Judging by other reviews, I’m not the only one experiencing this. So I’m not as stressed or scared as I was. But ladies, be cautious. I’d definitely recommend paying more money for the Plan B instead of the Take Action Pill. If my period hits the two-week mark, I will definitely be heading to the doctor. Take this pill at your own risk!!!"

• liv...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2018

"I had unprotected sex Monday (May 14th) around 11:00 PM, during my fertile week. The next morning, approximately 10 hours later, I went to pick up the mifepristone (MFP). I grabbed this one since it should do the same job. My side effects were mild, ranging from sore breasts to cramps, nothing too terrible! I did get my period a day earlier than expected (24th)!!! This pill does work."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2019

"I took this pill within 24 hours of unprotected sex. It was a day after ovulation. I felt fine, a little sluggish, but that’s it. I started my period a week early. Fast forward, it’s been 2 weeks, and I am still bleeding. I assumed it worked since I’ve been bleeding for 2 weeks, but I wouldn’t take this brand again. It doesn’t even look like my period is slowing down. No cramps, but while taking this pill, I have been so drained and still bleeding. Just buy Plan B, I never had this problem with Plan B."

• yan...
• October 9, 2019

"I had sex on the 20th of September right after coming off my period from the 11th. I proceeded to purchase a 'Take Action' pill the day after unprotected sex. I took it as soon as I got it. I went to get on birth control three weeks later, and my doctor told me I had a positive pregnancy test. I've taken three tests since then, and they are all positive... it DID NOT WORK FOR ME SINCE CLEARLY I'M PREGNANT....."

• Tak...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2017

"My boyfriend and I decided to have sexual intercourse. We used protection, but the condom slipped off. We were freaking out because we thought that some of his stuff came out. Keep in mind that I’m not on birth control. So, like 30-45 minutes later, we went to the store to pick up Take Action instead of Plan B. I took it right away and waited. The pill did work, and I started my period like two weeks before my period. I had no symptoms by taking the pill. Take Action, in my part, did work, but it might be different for others! Hope this helps!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 12, 2019

"Had unprotected sex with my boyfriend a week ago during my ovulation window. I took this within the first 24 hours. I had no side effects or anything. It’s been a week now, and I got my period just this morning. I recommend this product."

• tha...
• January 23, 2019

"So long story short: We had a condom break in the middle of sex, we noticed, and I ended up buying Take Action. I had sex December 9th, and I ended up getting my period that month a couple of days earlier, and I've read it could do that, so I didn’t worry. Then I started noticing sore boobs, bad bloating, cramps, lots of nausea, but never threw up. So after that, I got really, really scared that I was pregnant, but I tried to also not stress to the max because stressing can delay your period. Today is January 23, and I got my next period, thank goodness. I took it within 24 hours as well. So this pill does work, but the side effects are BAD!! Be cautious of that, girls. But other than that, I’m not pregnant due to having my period today!"

• Bri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 4, 2019

"I do not recommend this pill. Spend the extra money and buy a Plan B. My period is now 3 weeks late, I am tired, nauseous, my boobs hurt, etc. I really can’t function normally with the side effects it has given me. Hoping I’m not pregnant."

• Meg...
• June 30, 2021

"I am glad I found this site, you ladies have helped ease my fears. I took this pill on a Tuesday and felt absolutely nothing until the following Tuesday. Out of nowhere, I started feeling some cramping, and then I started to spot. I wasn’t quite sure what was happening since my cycle wasn’t due to come for a couple more weeks, so I just knew it couldn’t be my period. After maybe an hour, the blood became heavier to the point I had to use a tampon. I considered going to the ER. I woke up, and from the sight of the tampon, I looked like I was fully on my cycle. I texted my friend about it, and she reminded me I took this pill. This is the first time in my life ever taking one, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I definitely didn’t think I’d get an early full cycle. I didn’t think about the pill because it’s been a week, and I was fine until today, and after reading the reviews, it just confirmed for me what’s going on. I don’t like this because I definitely wasn’t prepared."

• lee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2022

"I wrote a review before, but that was before my period. I can say I started my period today, Aug 23rd, and this is a week after my predicted period due date. I took Take Action July 29th and had unprotected sex that day as well. I immediately started feeling symptoms and side effects: nausea, headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and stomach pains. This continued for two weeks, and I got really bad acne as well. I started to bleed brown/red blood the second or third week, and I was scared it was implantation. But I got my period today and tested negative twice for pregnancy with a home test. My flow is lighter than usual and was one week late. Ladies, please know that stress and lifestyle changes can also affect your period. The pill works too, and it messes up the flow of your hormones. I would recommend it, but the effects it had on my body and mental health were too much. Please use protection in the future to everyone, and everything is going to be okay :)"