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Mifepristone is a medication used to end early pregnancies. It works by blocking the hormone progesterone and causing your body to expel the foetus. This can be done up to 10 weeks into a pregnancy, which is called medical termination of pregnancy or MTP for short. In this article, we’ll explain what mifepristone is and how it should be taken so that you can make an informed decision about ending your pregnancy safely and effectively.
Where can I get Mifepristone?
You can get Mifepristone online, at a clinic or hospital, or a pharmacy.
You can also receive the medication in person by visiting your doctor’s office or going to one of their approved locations (like an urgent care centre).
How do I know if I am 9 or 10 weeks pregnant?
If you are 9 or 10 weeks pregnant, the first step to take is to get a pregnancy test. You can also use a home pregnancy kit or digital and urine tests (if you are planning on using them). If none of these options work for you, then it’s time to visit your doctor!
How does medical termination of pregnancy work?
How does medical termination of pregnancy work?
Medical termination of pregnancy is a procedure to end an intrauterine pregnancy up to 10 weeks gestation. The procedure involves an injection called mifepristone and vaginal misoprostol in combination with the use of a medical abortion kit.
What are the steps involved in medical termination?
The patient will be given one pill (mifepristone) by the doctor, which is given at your local clinic or hospital under local anesthesia. After taking this tablet, you should return home immediately after taking it so that you can take another tablet (vaginal misoprostol) within 72 hours from when your last dose was administered by your doctor.
When can I take Mifepristone?
You can take Mifepristone at any time during the first ten weeks of pregnancy. Mifepristone is safe to take up to 10 weeks after your last menstrual period, or within five days of delivery.
You may experience some side effects when taking mifepristone, including: nausea and vomiting; headaches; fatigue; abdominal pain (severe cases); dizziness/fainting (severe cases); diarrhea, or constipation.
What are the side effects of Mifepristone?
Side effects of Mifepristone include:
- Pain, cramps, and nausea.
- Vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.
- Headache is the most common side effect and can be severe in some cases lasting for several days afterward. It may be treated with an anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen (Tylenol).
Can I use Mifepristone if my partner is not pregnant too?
The use of Mifepristone as a medical termination of pregnancy is not limited to women who are pregnant. If you and your partner do not want children together, but you want to terminate your pregnancy, then you can use it.
If you are not sure whether or not you are pregnant and therefore need an abortion service that does not require the presence of another person (such as a doctor), then Mifepristone may be the best option for you.
Can women who are taking antiretroviral therapy use mifepristone?
Mifepristone may be used in women who are taking antiretroviral therapy, but the effectiveness of mifepristone is reduced by this drug. If you are taking antiretroviral therapy and would like to use mifepristone, talk to your doctor about this option.
Is this a one-time procedure or will it be repeated in future pregnancies?
Mifepristone is a safe and effective way to terminate a pregnancy. It is not recommended that you use it more than once. If you have used mifepristone before, your doctor will discuss with you whether or not it is safe for you to continue using this medicine during future pregnancies.
If you are taking antiretroviral therapy (ART), your doctor may advise against using mifepristone in combination with ART because there are concerns about possible interactions between these medications when taken together, including high levels of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream which can lead to complications such as hypercapnia (abnormally high levels of carbon dioxide) or asphyxia (lack of oxygen).
Learn about the safest and most effective way to terminate a pregnancy.
Mifepristone (RU486) is a safe and effective way to terminate a pregnancy. It was the first drug approved by the FDA for medical termination of pregnancy, and it’s now available in many countries around the world.
Mifepristone works by blocking progesterone production, which stops an embryo from dividing into two cells and forming a baby. The goal of using mifepristone is to minimize side effects while maximizing effectiveness at ending your pregnancy within 10 weeks after ovulation has occurred (12 weeks if you were using another contraceptive).
However, there are some risks associated with this medical procedure: Some women experience nausea or vomiting after taking mifepristone; others may experience severe abdominal pain or bleeding from their vagina or cervix—this can be dangerous if it goes untreated! To avoid these risks and ensure that you get off on top during your first trip down this path in life as someone who’s been through 20 years already worth living instead of just another year spent living through one more cycle until death comes knocking again once more…
Conclusion
Mifepristone is a safe, effective, and reversible medical abortion. It can be used at home or in a hospital as part of your normal healthcare routine. The abortion pill works by stopping the growth of an embryo and removing it from your womb.