If the abortion pill is taken within the recommended timeframe (5 to 11 weeks), it is as effective as the surgical abortion for ending early pregnancy. It is a trusted choice for people seeking:
The abortion pill is a highly effective, non-surgical option to end an early pregnancy up to 11 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). The medication abortion method uses two FDA-approved medicines: Mifepristone and Misoprostol.
Mifepristone blocks the hormone progesterone, which stops the pregnancy from growing.
Misoprostol causes your uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy tissue.
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Note: Seeing a trained medical professional is the only way to accurately determine the length of your pregnancy and what options are available.
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