HOW TO USE
ABORTION PILLS

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Medication abortion pills are safe and effective. They work 94-99% of the time. These same medications are used to treat a miscarriage.

For more information on the side effects of abortion pills, please see our FAQ .
For people over 12 weeks pregnant, there's important information here.

For more information on the side effects of abortion pills, please see our FAQ. If you are over 12 weeks pregnant, click here for info about the process.

For more information on the side effects of abortion pills, please see our FAQ. If you are over 12 weeks pregnant, click here for info about the process.

Mifepristone + Misoprostol

DECIDING IF ABORTION PILLS ARE RIGHT

Confirm the pregnancy by taking a home pregnancy test. Read it at the exact time to make sure it is the correct result.

Calculate the weeks of pregnancy: Use a pregnancy calculator or count from the first day of the last period. Pregnancy is measured by counting the weeks and days since the first day of the last period.

Check for health conditions. The health conditions listed below may cause issues. Please reach out to your healthcare provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632 for further information.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

DECIDING IF ABORTION PILLS ARE RIGHT

Confirm the pregnancy by taking a home pregnancy test. Read it at the exact time to make sure it is the correct result.

Check for health conditions. The health conditions listed below may cause issues. Please reach out to your healthcare provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632 for further information.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MIFEPRISTONE: 1 pill / 200 mg  
• MISOPROSTOL: 4 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

For pain medication, EITHER of the options below:

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mG
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mG

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MIFEPRISTONE: 1 pill / 200 mg  
• MISOPROSTOL: 4 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

For pain medication, EITHER of the options below:

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mG
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mG

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MIFEPRISTONE: 1 pill / 200 mg  
• MISOPROSTOL: 4 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

For pain medication, EITHER of the options below:

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mG
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mG

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Deciding if Abortion Pills are Right for You

• MIFEPRISTONE: 1 pill / 200 mg  
• MISOPROSTOL: 4 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mg
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mg
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Deciding if Abortion Pills are Right for You

• MIFEPRISTONE: 1 pill / 200 mg  
• MISOPROSTOL: 4 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mg
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mg
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1

Swallow Mifepristone with water. (It is safe to split or crush the mifepristone pill and swallow all the pieces if swallowing the pills whole is difficult.)

Most do not feel much at this stage, but bleeding and cramps can happen.Pain medication can be taken at any time if there is cramping.
A provider or our hotline should be called if mifepristone is thrown up/vomited within 30 minutes.
About 10-20% of people start bleeding before the next step, so having pads available can be helpful. Even if there is bleeding and it seems that the pregnancy has passed, it is important to continue with the misoprostol.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1

Swallow Mifepristone with water. (It is safe to split or crush the mifepristone pill and swallow all the pieces if swallowing the pills whole is difficult.)

Most do not feel much at this stage, but bleeding and cramps can happen.Pain medication can be taken at any time if there is cramping.
A provider or our hotline should be called if mifepristone is thrown up/vomited within 30 minutes.
About 10-20% of people start bleeding before the next step, so having pads available can be helpful. Even if there is bleeding and it seems that the pregnancy has passed, it is important to continue with the misoprostol.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1

Swallow Mifepristone with water. (It is safe to split or crush the mifepristone pill and swallow all the pieces if swallowing the pills whole is difficult.)

Most do not feel much at this stage, but bleeding and cramps can happen.Pain medication can be taken at any time if there is cramping.
A provider or our hotline should be called if mifepristone is thrown up/vomited within 30 minutes.
About 10-20% of people start bleeding before the next step, so having pads available can be helpful. Even if there is bleeding and it seems that the pregnancy has passed, it is important to continue with the misoprostol.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

wait 24 - 48 hours

Step 2 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below:

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) 800 mG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve) 500 mG / every 12 hours

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) 1000 mG / every 8 hours

If needed, use nausea medication like Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), or Ondansetron (Zofran). Anti-nausea and pain medication can be taken at the same time.

Pain medication or anti nausea medication can be taken as needed throughout the process. Vitamin B6 with ginger or mint tea can also help. A heating pad, warm shower, bath, or walking around can help with cramps as well.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 2 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below:

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) 800 mG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve) 500 mG / every 12 hours

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) 1000 mG / every 8 hours

If needed, use nausea medication like Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), or Ondansetron (Zofran). Anti-nausea and pain medication can be taken at the same time.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 2 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below:

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) 800 mG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve) 500 mG / every 12 hours

When someone is allergic to either Ibuprofen or Naproxen, or if they want additional pain medication, they use:

ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) 1000 mG / every 8 hours

If needed, use nausea medication like Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), or Ondansetron (Zofran). Anti-nausea and pain medication can be taken at the same time.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 3

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under the tongue.
Hold them in the mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as the body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. The pills can be thrown away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 3

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under the tongue.
Hold them in the mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as the body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. The pills can be thrown away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 3

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under the tongue.
Hold them in the mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as the body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. The pills can be thrown away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

time since last period

9 Weeks or Less

9 Weeks to 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

9 Weeks or Less

9 Weeks to 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

9 Weeks or Less

9 Weeks to 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

Misoprostol only

Deciding if Abortion Pills are Right

Confirm you are pregnant by taking a home pregnancy test. Read it at the exact time so you get a correct result.

Calculate how far along you are. Use a pregnancy calculator or count from the first day of your last period to see how pregnant you are. Pregnancy is measured by counting the weeks and days since your last period started.

Check for health conditions. If you have any of the conditions listed below, please reach out to your healthcare provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632 for further information.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Deciding if Abortion Pills are Right

Confirm you are pregnant by taking a home pregnancy test. Read it at the exact time so you get a correct result.

Check for health conditions. If you have any of the conditions listed below, please reach out to your healthcare provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632 for further information.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Deciding if Abortion Pills are Right

Confirm you are pregnant by taking a home pregnancy test. Read it at the exact time so you get a correct result.

Check for health conditions. If you have any of the conditions listed below, please reach out to your healthcare provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632 for further information.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MISOPROSTOL:
12 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each   

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mg
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mg
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MISOPROSTOL:
12 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each   

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mg
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mg
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

THE PILLS USED IN A MEDICATION ABORTION

• MISOPROSTOL:
12 - 16 pills / 200 mcg each   

(Check table below for exact amount of pills needed).

• IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin) / 800 mg
• NAPROXEN (Aleve) / 500 mg
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) / 1000 mg

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below.

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin)  800 MG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve)
500 mG / every 12 hours
ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol)
1000 mg / every 8 hours

If needed, use nausea medication like Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), or Ondansetron (Zofran). Anti-nausea and pain medication can be taken at the same time.

You can continue to take pain medication or anti nausea medication as needed throughout the process. Vitamin B6 with ginger or mint tea can also help. A heating pad, warm shower, bath, or walking around can help with cramps as well.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below.

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin)  800 MG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve)
500 mG / every 12 hours
ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol)
1000 mg / every 8 hours

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 1 (Optional, but recommended)

Swallow pain medication with water. Choose ONE of the options below.

IBUPROFEN (Advil / Motrin)  800 MG / Every 8 hours
NAPROXEN (Aleve)
500 mG / every 12 hours
ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol)
1000 mg / every 8 hours

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 2

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under your tongue.
Hold them in your mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in your vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as your body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. You can throw them away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 2

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under your tongue.
Hold them in your mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in your vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as your body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. You can throw them away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

Step 2

Take Misoprostol in ONE of these 2 ways. (See table below to know the specific method based on time since last period).

For Mouth

Place the pills inside each cheek or under your tongue.
Hold them in your mouth for 30 minutes to absorb. Avoid eating, drinking, or talking during this time.
Swallow whatever remains of the pills.

For Vagina

Put the pills in your vagina (about one finger length in).
Lie down for 30 minutes as your body absorbs the medicine. It is ok if the pills fall out after 30 minutes. You can throw them away if this happens.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

time since last period

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

post-pill faqs

Note: The Post-Pill FAQs provided below apply to both methods (Mifepristone + Misoprostol & Misoprostol Only). These side effects apply to taking misoprostol by mouth or in the vagina. For further questions or concerns, please call your provider or our hotline at 1-833-246-2632.

For more information about abortion pills, please click here.

What are the side effects?

Blood Clots: Of varying size and quantity. At over 9-10 weeks, blood clots, pregnancy tissue and embryo / fetus may be seen.

Cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or chills: Stay hydrated with water, tea, or soup and eat as necessary, with no restrictions.

Bleeding through 3 pads in 1 hour and then 1 pad in the next hour: However, soaking through 2 pads in 1 hour for 2 hours in a row after passing the pregnancy, is a reason to contact your provider or call/text the hotline at 1-833-246-2632.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

What are the side effects?

Blood Clots: Of varying size and quantity. At over 9-10 weeks, blood clots, pregnancy tissue and embryo / fetus may be seen.

Cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or chills: Stay hydrated with water, tea, or soup and eat as necessary, with no restrictions.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

What are the side effects?

Blood Clots: Of varying size and quantity. At over 9-10 weeks, blood clots, pregnancy tissue and embryo / fetus may be seen.

Cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or chills: Stay hydrated with water, tea, or soup and eat as necessary, with no restrictions.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

when can i have sex or use contraception again?

It is possible to ovulate and get pregnant again within 1-2 weeks after an abortion or miscarriage. Contraception can be started the day after taking misoprostol and there is no need to wait until bleeding stops.

If someone goes to their healthcare provider for contraception after an abortion, it's important to know that the pregnancy test will likely be positive for 4-6 weeks.

There are no restrictions when it comes to when someone can resume regular activities such as having sex, swimming, using tampons or cups, bathing, exercising, and heavy lifting. These activities can be started the day after an abortion or miscarriage as there is no added risk of infection from these activities. People should listen to their bodies throughout the process.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

when can i have sex or use contraception again?

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

when can i have sex or use contraception again?

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

why do i still feel pregnant?

Most pregnancy symptoms should go away after 1 week. Urine pregnancy tests can stay positive for 4-6 weeks after an abortion, though about 50% of people will have a negative test at 3 weeks.

Even if there is bleeding, check a pregnancy test 4-6 weeks after the abortion to make sure it’s negative.

If there are still pregnancy symptoms after 2 weeks or someone is unsure, they should consider an ultrasound or HCG blood test.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

why do i still feel pregnant?

Most pregnancy symptoms should go away after 1 week. Urine pregnancy tests can stay positive for 4-6 weeks after an abortion, though about 50% of people will have a negative test at 3 weeks.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

why do i still feel pregnant?

Most pregnancy symptoms should go away after 1 week. Urine pregnancy tests can stay positive for 4-6 weeks after an abortion, though about 50% of people will have a negative test at 3 weeks.

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

rhogam information — are you rh negative?

rhogam information: are you rh negative?

rhogam information — are you rh negative?

Blood Types: A-, B-, O-, AB-

time since last period

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

Less Than 11.6 Weeks

12+ Weeks

For More Information

Where to Get Rhogam: Rhogam is usually given by a doctor or nurse at a hospital, clinic, or doctor's office.

How to Find Out Blood Type: [Link]

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

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Chronic adrenal failure

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Where to Get Rhogam: Rhogam is usually given by a doctor or nurse at a hospital, clinic, or doctor's office.

How to Find Out Blood Type: [Link]

An IUD may need to be removed before a medication abortion.

Allergies To Certain Medications (Prostaglandins Or Mifepristone)

Blood-Thinning Medications (Except Aspirin)

Long-Term Use Of Corticosteroid Medications

Ectopic Pregnancy

Bleeding disorders

Chronic adrenal failure

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