Some women hear that taking the abortion drugs for the abortion pill method is just like taking Tylenol. But the truth is, there are very serious side effects you should be aware of.
You perform the abortion pill regimen in your home without a medical professional’s oversight. How will you know if the amount of bleeding you experience is too much or if the abortion is complete?
These are complications you need to be aware of. Here’s the information you need before taking the abortion pill.
Is the Abortion Pill Considered a Medical Abortion?
The abortion pill method is also called a medical or chemical abortion because you take two drugs over a 24 to 48-hour period to terminate your pregnancy.
The first drug, mifepristone, blocks the hormone progesterone from reaching the pregnancy. Without progesterone, a pregnancy cannot continue to grow, so it ends. The FDA regulates this drug through a special program that only allows certified providers to prescribe it.
The second drug, misoprostol, causes bleeding and contractions to remove the pregnancy and tissue from your body. To learn more about the abortion pill, read “Can I Buy the Abortion Pill Online?”
The Side Effects You Might Experience
Every woman’s abortion experience is unique. Some women experience very few symptoms, while others talk about extreme pain and bleeding. Here’s what one anonymous Reddit user had to say:
Abortion Experience
“I was 9 weeks pregnant and decided on the abortion pill. It was by far the worst pain ever. I don’t think I could ever handle another one…”
The pain from the contractions is one side effect you might experience. Other side effects include:
- Upset stomach.
- Vomiting.
- Fever.
- Chills.
- Diarrhea.
- Headache.
You need to call a healthcare provider if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Heavy bleeding–soaking two or more pads an hour for two hours in a row.
- Bad pain in the stomach area or pelvis.
- Chills or body aches.
- Fast heart rate.
- Fever that lasts more than four hours.
- Foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
How Can Harbour Health Help Me?
We do not perform or refer for abortion, but we can make sure you understand not only the side effects to expect from the abortion pill but also the risks. Get the facts before taking the abortion drugs.
We provide several free services to assist you. From free and confidential pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds to free STD/STI testing, we’ll make sure you have the facts about your health and pregnancy.
You can conveniently schedule a free and private appointment online, call (704) 489-0708, or text (704) 860-0880. We’re here for you because your health and safety matter to us.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
