If you have taken the first pill in a medical abortion and are having second thoughts, you may still have options. You are not alone, and it is okay to ask questions. Hope Pregnancy Center is here to help you find the answers you need.
If you are looking for immediate medical assistance, contact the Abortion Pill Reversal Hotline at 1-877-558-0333. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What Is Abortion Pill Reversal?
A medical abortion involves two separate drugs. The first, mifepristone (Mifeprex or RU-486), blocks progesterone, the hormone your body needs to sustain a pregnancy. The second, misoprostol, is taken one to two days later. It causes the uterus to contract, resulting in cramping and vaginal bleeding as the pregnancy is expelled.
Abortion pill reversal (APR) is a protocol that may help continue a pregnancy after mifepristone has been taken. It works by introducing supplemental progesterone into the body to restore the hormone levels that mifepristone blocked, giving the pregnancy the support it needs to continue.
Progesterone has a long history of safe use in pregnancy care, spanning more than 50 years. It has been used for women at risk of miscarriage, and research into its use for APR has not shown an increased risk of birth defects.
The sooner APR is started, the better the chances. Some studies report that approximately 64 to 68% of pregnancies continued when APR was begun early, though outcomes vary from person to person and cannot be promised.
What to Expect During the Process
If you are considering APR, here is a general idea of what the process looks like:
First, you will need to connect with a qualified medical provider as quickly as possible. APR is typically most effective when started within 24 hours of taking mifepristone, though some protocols may extend up to 72 hours depending on your situation.
Your provider will review your medical history and current circumstances to determine whether APR may be an option for you. If it is, they will walk you through the progesterone protocol and what to expect as it begins.
Throughout the process, your provider will monitor your progress and be available to answer your questions. Every experience is different, and a good provider will make sure you feel informed and supported every step of the way.
What You Should Not Do
If you are considering APR, do not take misoprostol, the second drug. Once misoprostol has been taken, APR is generally not considered effective.
If you are unsure where you are in the process, a qualified medical provider can help you understand what options may still be available to you.
You Do Not Have to Figure This Out Alone
It is okay to feel uncertain right now. What matters most is that you have access to honest information and someone in your corner.
Call the Abortion Pill Reversal Hotline at 1-877-558-0333 for the fastest response. They are available any time, day or night.
Whatever you’re feeling right now, we want you to know there’s someone ready to listen. Request an appointment at Hope Pregnancy Center and connect with a registered nurse who genuinely cares about you, not just your decision. We offer clinical pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and support in a warm, welcoming environment. Everything is completely free and confidential.
Hope Pregnancy Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.