What is the Abortion Pill?
The abortion pill is actually a two-pill regimen approved by the FDA for use in women up to 10 weeks after their last menstrual period (LMP). The first pill is called mifepristone and the second is called misoprostol. The mifepristone pill is taken orally to block your body’s natural production of progesterone. This causes the death of the embryo. Approximately 48 hours later, the misoprostol is taken. This causes heavy cramping and bleeding and aborts the embryo out of the uterus.
What are the Side Effects and Risks of the abortion pill?
The more intense side effects start after you take the second abortion pill. Side effects and risks of the abortion pill include:
● Heavy bleeding with large blood clots
● Heavy cramping and pain
● Nausea
● Diarrhea, Vomiting
● Headache, Dizziness
● Infection, Chills/Fever
Before Taking the Pill…
- Make an appointment at The Women’s Center Illiana to get a pregnancy test. Even if you had a positive at-home pregnancy test, it’s always good to get a second test by a medical professional.
- Have the pregnancy confirmed with an ultrasound at one of our Centers. For your best health it is important to have ultrasound measurement to determine the gestation age of your pregnancy and if the pregnancy is progressing.
- Get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) at The Women’s Center Illiana to prevent damage and the spread of infection.
Our staff at The Women’s Center Illiana is here to help answer your questions. Our goal is for you to be empowered with the knowledge you need to make a healthy decision. We’re happy to provide you with specialized information that may be helpful to your unique concerns as you plan your next steps.
