What is the Abortion Pill?
The abortion pill, also known as RU486, is a chemical abortion method consisting of two different medications that are taken after confirming a pregnancy: Mifepristone and Misoprostol. According to FDA regulations, these medications should be prescribed and dispensed under the supervision of a healthcare provider who meets certain qualifications.
Are There Risks or Complications with the Abortion Pill?
Yes, there may be serious side effects to the abortion pill, so please discuss these with a medical professional before proceeding. Here are some of the common physical and emotional side effects a person may experience after taking the abortion pill.
Common physical side effects
- Pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Chills
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Fever
Common emotional side effects
- Regret
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Fever lasting more than 24 hours.
- Severe abdominal or back pain.
- Heavy bleeding (going through two or more pads in an hour).
- Foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
- An infection caused by an incomplete or failed abortion where the fetus remains in the uterus.
- An ongoing pregnancy if the abortion pill does not work.
- An undetected ectopic pregnancy, which can be dangerous and is a medical emergency.
- Blood clots remaining in the uterus.
- Heavy bleeding.
Having Second Thoughts?
If you have second thoughts after taking the first pill, information on abortion pill reversal is available.
What is the First Step?
Real Options will schedule an appointment for you with one of our highly trained options counselors to provide a free pre-abortion assessment. During your visit, a medical professional will also conduct a medical evaluation, which may include lab work, testing, and a sonogram.