If you are having second thoughts about your medical abortion, you may be wondering about abortion pill reversal and what happens after you start the process.
First, know that time is of the essence if you’ve taken your first dose of the abortion pill, and the sooner you act, the better the chance of stopping the effects of the abortion pill.
Contact New Beginnings Pregnancy Center or call the Abortion Pill Reversal Hotline immediately at 877-588-0333 if you are unsure you want to continue your abortion.
You can also keep reading to learn more about abortion pill reversal (APR) and what you can expect after you’ve started APR.
How Does Abortion Pill Reversal Work?
The first dose of the abortion pill regimen contains mifepristone, which blocks progesterone, resulting in the thinning of the lining of your uterus. When your uterus thins, it causes the pregnancy to detach and stop growing.
Abortion Pill Reversal works by giving your body a high dose of progesterone, allowing your body to counteract the effects of Mifepristone and increasing the chance of maintaining and growing the pregnancy.
The abortion pill reversal process has the highest chance of success when used within 24 hours of taking the first dose of the abortion pill, but there have been known cases of APR working up to 72 hours after mifepristone is taken.
Are There Risks and What Happens Next?
There are no major risks associated with the abortion reversal process. According to a study by the National Library of Medicine, progesterone use is safe and does not increase the risk of birth defects.
After you begin the abortion reversal process, there are follow-up steps you will take. An ultrasound scan will be used to determine if the pregnancy is viable and growing, and your doctor may also recommend a blood test regimen to monitor your progesterone levels.
If the pregnancy is viable, your doctor will likely develop a monitoring plan to ensure your pregnancy progresses properly.
Getting the Help You Need
If you have started the process of a medical abortion but now doubt your decision, New Beginnings Pregnancy Center is here to help. We can answer all your questions and help you take the next steps.
Remember that time is of the essence, so contact us right away to learn more about the abortion reversal process.