Medical Abortion 101
As the term “medical abortion” suggests, termination of pregnancy done with the help of medication and does not involve any surgical or other invasive methods. A medical abortion involves taking Mifepristone and Misoprostol pills, which are anti-progesterone and prostaglandin in nature.
As the term “medical abortion” suggests, termination of pregnancy done with the help of medication and does not involve any surgical or other invasive methods. A medical abortion involves taking Mifepristone and Misoprostol pills, which are anti-progesterone and prostaglandin in nature.
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The abortion pill procedure includes<br />
Step 1 - Swallow 1 tablet of Mifepristone [ 200 mg]<br />
Step 2 - Take a 24-48 hours’ break<br />
Step 3 – Take 4 pills of Misoprostol [ 400 mcg each – 800 mg total] and put the 2x2 in each<br />
cheek pouches. Let them dissolve naturally for 30 minutes before swallowing them.<br />
How long does it take?<br />
A number of women have delayed reaction to medicine and may take more time than most, to<br />
start the process. Averagely, it takes about 6 to 7 hours for some women, while other may have<br />
immediate reaction.<br />
How does it feel?<br />
You will start bleeding and have stomach cramps after taking Misoprostol pills. Other side<br />
effects may occur discriminately, like –<br />
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Nausea<br />
Diarrhea
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