Abortion Pill
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Abortion Pill Near Braddock, PA
As you consider your options, you may be thinking about the Abortion Pill, also known as a Medical Abortion or Chemical Abortion. (See Abortion Types and Procedures)
Usage – The Abortion Pill process must begin in early pregnancy. It is vital that you learn how far along you are in the pregnancy before beginning this protocol.1 Our Free Ultrasound Evaluation near Braddock, PA will help you find out exactly how far along you are.
Quick Facts about Mifeprex (RU-486 / Medical Abortion Pill)
- Taken within 10 weeks of LMP1
- Cost between $350 and $650
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Procedure
The FDA approved regimen 2 for Mifiprex (RU-486) is a two-visit process using two different drugs:
- The first medication, Mifeprex blocks progesterone. Progesterone is a hormone that is necessary for the pregnancy to survive. Without progesterone, the growing pregnancy dies.
- The second medication, Mifipristone, causes cramping, and bleeding expelling the embryo and uterine contents.2
- A physical exam is given by the healthcare provider about 7-14 days later to ensure the abortion is complete and that there are no immediate complications.
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Risks & Side Effects
- The procedure is unsuccessful <3.2% of the time prior to 57 days, 6.5 % from 57-63 days and 7.2% from 63-70 days gestation. 3
- Major adverse events requiring going to the emergency room occur for about 3.7% (about 1 in 25) of the patients between 47-63 days and 4.6% (about 1 in 20) of the patients between 64-70 days gestation. 4
- Cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heavy bleeding, infection and in rare cases, death.
- Not advised for women who have anemia, bleeding disorders, liver or kidney disease, seizure disorder, acute inflammatory bowel disease, use an intrauterine device (IUD), or are unable to return for the follow-up visit.
Cramping and bleeding are expected. Bleeding may be like a heavy period. Bleeding can last 9 to 16 days and possibly up to 30 days. Other possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, chills, weakness, dizziness, and headache.3 Consult our Abortion Health and Safety Checklist here.
Complications – Possible complications include heavy bleeding requiring surgery to stop the bleeding, and serious infection. Before taking any medication, you should discuss the risks with your doctor and know what to do if complications arise.4
Follow-up – It is important to follow-up with your doctor 1 to 2 weeks after taking this medication regime to see if an abortion has occurred and to assess for complications.5
To learn more about pills for abortion and your pregnancy options near Braddock, PA, schedule a free and confidential appointment today.
1LMP – Last Menstrual Period
2 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2016). “Mifeprex Medication Guide.” U.S. Department of Health. Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Drugs/DrugSafety/UCM088643.pdf
3 Mifeprex Label (2016), Table 4.
4 Winikoff B, Dzuba IG, Chong E, Goldberg AB, Lichtenberg ES, Ball C, et al. edtabs (2012). “Extending outpatient medical abortion services through 70 days of gestational age.” Obstet Gynecol, 120(5): 1070-6.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Pennsylvania, there are restrictions on insurance coverage for abortion. See Abortion In PA.
When you come through our doors, you are the most important person in the room. Please bring some form of ID. There will be no charges for the services we provide.
Your friend, partner or close family members are welcome. Men are welcomed. Because of some restrictions, please bring no more than one person unless other arrangements are made with our staff.
For the confidentiality of others, we’ll ask that you refrain from using cell phones during your visit.
WCN does not provide abortions or abortion referrals.
You probably took a home pregnancy test. You may have taken more than one. Even if your home test read positive, it is best to confirm that with a laboratory quality test inside our center.
Abortion Pill Braddock, PA 15104
Braddock is a borough located in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 10 miles (16 km) upstream from the mouth of the Monongahela River. The borough is represented by the Pennsylvania State Senate’s 45th district, the Pennsylvania House of Representative’s 34th district, and Pennsylvania’s 14th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives.
