While the idea of an abortion may seem like the fastest, easiest and safest way to end this pregnancy, here is a question to ask yourself: What do I need to know?
Having a medical abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you’re considering this procedure, make sure you understand what it entails, side effects, possible risks, complications and alternatives
Mayo Clinic 07/29/2022
What is the abortion pill?
The abortion pill—also referred to as medical abortion, chemical abortion, or self-managed abortion—is usually used to reference the two-pill process that includes medications taken to terminate the pregnancy of a developing baby within the first 10 weeks. It is NOT the morning-after pill.
The first pill is prescribed within the first seven to ten weeks of pregnancy and given at the office visit to block the effects of progesterone. Progesterone is an essential hormone which women naturally produce that provides vital nutrients needed for the developing baby to thrive. Without progesterone, pregnancies will fail. The second drug is taken at home 6-48 hours later and causes cramping and bleeding in order to empty the uterus and expel the baby.
Over half of American abortions occur via the abortion pill. As these numbers continue to rise, we believe no woman should feel forced to finish a chemical abortion she regrets starting.
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Can the abortion pill be reversed?
The simple answer is yes! If done in time.
There is an effective process called abortion pill reversal* that can reverse the effects of the abortion pill and allow you to continue your pregnancy, but time is of the essence.
The abortion pill is the common name for a chemical abortion process that combines two medications. It is also referred to as medical abortion, self-managed abortion, or DIY abortion. After taking the first pill, some women regret their choice and want to reverse it. That’s where abortion pill reversal comes in.
Using the natural hormone progesterone, medical professionals have been able to save 64-68% of pregnancies through abortion pill reversal.
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An at-home abortion is known as a self-induced abortion, self-managed abortion, taking the abortion pill, or can sometimes be called an online abortion. Any of these come with risks and side effects. It’s essential to gather the abortion facts you need to know, such as what to expect before and after a procedure, prior to making a decision.
Who should not take mifepristone, in a regimen with misoprostol, for medical termination of pregnancy?
An individual should not take mifepristone, in a regimen with misoprostol, for medical termination of pregnancy if it has been more than 70 days since the first day of their last menstrual period, or if they:
have an ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy outside of the uterus)
have problems with the adrenal glands (the glands near the kidneys)
are currently being treated with long-term corticosteroid therapy (medications)
have had an allergic reaction to mifepristone, misoprostol or similar drugs
have bleeding problems or are taking anticoagulant (blood thinning) drug products
have inherited porphyria (a rare disorder that can affect the liver and other organs)
have an intrauterine device (IUD) in place (it must be removed before taking mifepristone)
U.S. Food & Drug Administration 09/01/2023
The FDA does not recommend purchasing mifepristone outside of the Mifepristone REMS Program – e.g. buying it online or personally transporting it from a foreign country. If a person does so, they would be bypassing important safeguards specifically designed to protect their health. Prescription medicines that are approved for use in the United States have been reviewed for safety, effectiveness, and quality by the FDA, and are subject to FDA-regulated manufacturing controls, including inspection of manufacturing facilities. Generally, prescription medicines purchased from foreign sources are not the FDA-approved versions.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration 3/23/23
Abortion Safety Checklist
- Do you understand the risks involved in an abortion procedure?
Abortion is a medical procedure and does involve the risk of physical harm. You have the legal right to be informed of the type of procedure you will receive, as well as any potential complications. Ask as many questions as you need, to make sure you understand all that is involved, physically and emotionally.
- Do you understand the risks involved in an abortion procedure?
- Did you investigate the qualifications of your potential abortion provider?
Find out the name of the doctor who will perform your abortion procedure, and confirm that he or she is a licensed physician and a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist. Call and ask if the doctor has appropriate privileges to admit you to a hospital in the event that there is an emergency. Also, many states maintain public records about past medical malpractice judgments and settlements. Call your state agency (medical licensing board) to see if the doctor has been involved in any medical malpractice suits.
- Did you investigate the qualifications of your potential abortion provider?
- Ask how complications are handled.
Abortion providers may not provide any follow-up or emergency care, should complications arise. Ask the abortion clinic if the abortion doctor has admitting privileges to a hospital nearby should you require emergency care.
- Ask how complications are handled.
- Do you understand that it’s OK to change your mind?
Abortion is your choice—meaning you can change your mind at any time. It’s OK to say, “I need more time to consider my decision,” if you are in the waiting room or even on the table prepped for your procedure. Don’t feel pressured to proceed just because you feel like you have to. It’s your body; you have the right to listen to your instincts. - abortionpillreversal.com 2024
- Do you understand that it’s OK to change your mind?