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A medical abortion (also known as abortion with pills) involves taking two types of medication to end a pregnancy:
How to take mifepristone
The first medication that is taken as part of a medical abortion is called mifepristone. This blocks the hormone needed for the pregnancy to grow.
Once you receive the pack, take your first tablet (1 mifepristone tablet). Remove only the mifepristone from the blister pack (or from your plastic bag labelled “1” if you receive the package by post) and swallow it with plenty of water.
Most people can continue their daily routine as normal after taking mifepristone. Occasionally you may experience some bleeding and pain.
How to take misoprostol
The second medication that is taken as part of medical abortion care is called misoprostol. This causes the body to expel the pregnancy from the womb.
The tablets work best if you leave 24-48 hours between the first and second steps, but you can take them up to 72 hours after (please note that if more than 72 hours pass and you have not taken the misoprostol tablets you may need to come back to the clinic to repeat the treatment).
24-48 hours after completing step 1, remove the 4 tablets of misoprostol from the blister pack (or from your plastic bag labelled “2” if you receive the package by post). Place all 4 tablets either vaginally (which we recommend as there are fewer side-effects), or if you prefer in your mouth between your gum and cheek.
You can take your chosen method of pain killers 10 minutes before you plan to take the misoprostol.
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