If you’ve taken mifepristone, the first drug used in a medical abortion, and are having second thoughts, you may be wondering whether it’s too late. Maybe you felt rushed, pressured, or unsure when you made the decision.
If you’ve taken mifepristone but haven’t taken the second drug, misoprostol, it may not be too late. Call the Abortion Pill Rescue Network’s 24/7 helpline at 1-877-558-0333 as soon as possible.
Whether you’re beginning the reversal process, still weighing your decision, or processing what has already happened, 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center offers a caring, confidential place to talk. We’ll listen without judgment and help you think through your next steps.
Contact 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center today. We’re here for you.
How the Abortion Pill Works
A medical abortion uses two drugs taken at different times.
- Mifepristone: The first drug blocks progesterone, a hormone your body makes to help a pregnancy continue. Without progesterone, the lining of the uterus thins.
- Misoprostol: The second drug, taken 24 to 48 hours later, causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
Because the two drugs are taken separately, there’s a window of time after the first pill when you may still be able to act.
What Is Abortion Pill Reversal?
Abortion pill reversal (APR) uses progesterone, the same hormone your body naturally makes to support pregnancy. The goal is to provide enough progesterone to counteract the effects of mifepristone and help the pregnancy continue.
Reversal isn’t guaranteed. However, one published study reported successful reversal rates of 64% to 68% with certain progesterone protocols.
Timing is critical. The sooner treatment begins after taking mifepristone, the better the chance of success. If you’ve already taken misoprostol, reach out to a medical provider promptly about your health and next steps.
Who Can Help Right Now?
The Abortion Pill Rescue Network offers free, confidential help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you call 1-877-558-0333, the helpline can quickly connect you with a medical provider and answer your questions about the reversal process.
Don’t wait to see how you feel. If you’re having second thoughts, calling right away gives you the best opportunity to explore your options.
You Deserve Support
Changing your mind after taking the first abortion pill can bring up fear, guilt, or uncertainty. Those feelings are understandable, and you don’t have to face them alone.
At 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center, you can talk openly with us about your pregnancy and your next steps. Our support is free and confidential. Please call to see if you qualify for a free ultrasound performed by our registered sonographers, which can provide important information about how far along you are and whether your pregnancy is developing. If you continue your pregnancy after taking mifepristone, stay in close contact with a medical provider who can monitor your health and your pregnancy.
Contact 1st Way Pregnancy Support Center today. We’re here for you.
