Medical abortion, or “the abortion pill,” is a method of terminating an early pregnancy with drugs. These drugs end the pregnancy and then trigger your uterus to contract, leading to vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping.
Keep reading for facts you might not know about the abortion pill. You can also visit Relevant Pregnancy Options Center to talk in person and receive free pregnancy testing and an ultrasound.
The abortion pill is over 20 years old.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first approved the abortion pill in September 2000. Now nearing 25 years old, the abortion pill remains highly regulated due to its risks and side effects.
Originally, the abortion pill was approved for seven weeks.
In 2000, the abortion pill was only approved for use through seven weeks (49 days) of pregnancy. However, in 2016, the FDA extended its approval to ten weeks (70 days). Recent cases have challenged whether or not the FDA should have extended the timeline for safety reasons.
It’s possible to see the fetus.
While health websites will leave this out, it’s possible to see the fetus, especially if you are nearing the ten-week limit. Women share stories across social media and Reddit outlining the details of their experiences.
Abortion pills can’t treat ectopic pregnancies.
Abortion pills only impact a pregnancy when it’s inside the uterus. If it’s outside the uterus, it’s known as an ectopic pregnancy, which is a medical emergency if left untreated.
Ectopic pregnancy will trigger a positive pregnancy test, so it’s essential to get an ultrasound scan before moving forward with an abortion to protect your health. You do not want to leave this life-threatening condition undetected.
They are sold on the black market.
There are illegal organizations and pharmacies that sell abortion pills on the black market. It’s always best for women’s health and safety to avoid ordering the abortion pill online. These drugs bypass critical FDA safeguards, and the FDA cannot guarantee the quality, effectiveness, or dosage.
Scammers are always looking to take advantage, even if it harms women. Beware of buying abortion pills online, and always follow local laws.
Protect Your Health
You only have one life; make sure you protect it. If you’re considering an abortion, you’ll want to confirm your pregnancy with an ultrasound to rule out ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage, and learn about the side effects and risks.
Schedule a no-cost appointment at Relevant Pregnancy Options Center today.
Relevant Pregnancy Options Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.