I'm worried about the side effects of taking birth control pills. How long after taking them can I find out if I'm pregnant?

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Common adverse effects of contraceptive pills include nausea, breast tenderness, mood changes, weight gain, and increased risk of blood clots, stroke, and high blood pressure; to confirm pregnancy, a home pregnancy test (HPT) can detect hCG hormone levels 7-10 days after conception, with accuracy increasing 2-3 days after a missed period, while a blood test can detect pregnancy 6-8 days after conception.

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I'm currently pregnant and was wondering about taking Ondansetron for nausea and vomiting. Is it safe for me and the baby, and are there any potential side effects I should be aware of? Also, would it really help with the vomiting? I'm feeling a bit worried and just looking for some guidance.

Ondansetron (Ondam) is an antiemetic medication that can be used during pregnancy to alleviate nausea and vomiting, typically taken orally, 4-8 mg, 2-3 times a day

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What to do if periods are not coming?

Do some life style modifications such as practicing yoga, maintaining healthy weight , exercise regularly , use more ginger and cinnamon , get daily dose of vitamins. If you miss 1 or 2 consecutive cycles then please consult a doctor to get evaluated.

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I'm a bit worried because I've been having continuous bleeding for two weeks now after taking the pill for my medical abortion. Can you explain why this might be happening and if it's normal for it to last this long?

That could be due to retained products of conception,you need to take one more course of the tablets,visit Gynaecologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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