An online or at-home abortion is also known as the abortion pill regimen. It involves two drugs, mifepristone and misoprostol, to end a pregnancy. Although abortion providers have declared the drugs to be safe, a recent study has discovered otherwise.
If you are considering an online or at-home abortion, take the time to learn what the procedure entails, the side effects to expect, and any potential consequences. If you would like to talk with someone about the abortion pill, fill out our online contact form or call 209-736-9600.
What Is an Online or At-Home Abortion?
When you order the abortion drugs online, the provider sends two drugs. Mifepristone is taken first. It blocks progesterone, a hormone needed to sustain a pregnancy.
The second drug is misoprostol. It causes contractions and bleeding to expel the pregnancy from your body. The FDA approves the use of the drugs only through 10 weeks of pregnancy. The further along you are, the less effective the drugs are.
Are the Drugs Safe?
Abortion providers claim that “less than 0.5%” of women have problems, but a recent study of the safety of the abortion pill reported that over 10% of women experienced serious adverse consequences.
Severe events included infection, hemorrhaging (severe bleeding), and sepsis (an infection that can lead to organ failure and even death). Couple this with the fact that you take these drugs in your home without a physician’s oversight, and you have a serious risk.
Is It Safe to Order Them Online?
Have you ever ordered something online and received it without instructions? That’s what happened to this Reddit user:
“Pregnant at 5-6 weeks and ordered the pills online. I’m wondering if I only take 4 misoprostol or take more since the pack came with 10 extra.”
When dealing with something as serious as an abortion, you should receive proper instruction. By ordering these drugs online, you skip vital steps with your healthcare provider.
The FDA clearly states that they do not recommend ordering the first drug, mifepristone, online. Many of the online sources are from foreign countries. If the price seems cheap and too good to be true, that’s a warning.
Only certified providers can prescribe mifepristone in the United States. The FDA reviews all drugs manufactured in the U.S. for safety, effectiveness, and quality, including the facilities where they are made. You have no guarantee that you’re receiving the correct drug or dose when you order online.
Get the Facts From Calaveras
There is so much more to understand about the abortion pill method, such as the side effects to expect and the potential physical and emotional consequences. Speak with a caring peer advocate at Calaveras.
Your health and safety matter to us. Fill out our online Contact Form or call us at 209-736-9600 to schedule an appointment. We care about you.
Calaveras Pregnancy Center does not perform or refer for abortion.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.