How many days should I spot after taking the morning after pill?

Some women may experience light bleeding, known as spotting, after using the emergency pill.

The morning-after pill can also affect some women's periods, meaning you might get your period earlier or later than you normally would. Some degree of spotting is a common side effect of emergency contraception.

There is generally no need to worry if you experience light bleeding or an unusually mild or heavy period after you use either type of morning-after pill.


Last updated at: 02 February 2024
Published on: 12 August 2022