Abortion Pill FAQs
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What Is The Abortion Pill?
The abortion pill is an early pregnancy termination method and is also known as a chemical or medication abortion. If you are considering abortion, learn more about side effects, what to expect, restrictions, and recovery.
Before taking the abortion pills, it is necessary to get an ultrasound to protect your health. Through an ultrasound, we confirm the viability, gestational age, and location of your pregnancy - all necessary information before entering into an abortion. Destiny for Women serves women and families in Central Illinois by providing services at no cost. Get the facts you need to proceed safely.
Who Is Ineligible To Take The Abortion Pill?
Women with certain medical conditions, who have allergies to drugs used in the abortion pill regimen, who have an ectopic pregnancy, or who are more than ten weeks pregnant, are not eligible for the abortion pill.
Like any drug, weight, hormones, allergies, health conditions, diseases, and the type of pregnancy can cause side effects to vary. If you have taken the first dose of the abortion pill and change your mind, contact the abortion pill reversal network to learn more about your options.
Note: If you are Rh-negative, be sure to tell your healthcare provider so you can get the necessary treatment after an abortion.
What Should I Do Before Getting Abortion Pills?
Before you take the abortion pill, it is important to know the following:
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Viability of the pregnancy (able to continue on its own, or if you are at risk for a natural miscarriage)
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The location of the pregnancy (and if it’s intrauterine or ectopic)
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Your estimated due date or how far along you are
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Confirm your Rh factor (you may need a shot after an abortion)
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If you need to remove an IUD
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Side effects, what to expect, and drugs used in the abortion pill regimen (to avoid potential allergic reactions or complications)
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If you have an STD, it must be healed before an abortion. We do the testing and treatment without cost.
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If you are miscarrying, then you will not need an abortion
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When to go to the emergency room
If the abortion pills do not terminate the pregnancy, a surgical procedure may be necessary. Other complications can occur, such as an overgrowth of the uterine lining, muscle pain or stiffness, and more. Contact 911 if you have complications from the abortion pill.
Why Choose Destiny for Women
We put you first here. An abortion is a serious decision, and you deserve a safe space to talk about what to expect, recovery, risks, and the options available to you. Make an appointment today for a free pregnancy confirmation and options consultation. We can help you determine how far along you are, inform you about the options available to you, and answer your questions.
Because we believe that women deserve a place to learn about their options without pressure or cost involved, all our pregnancy services are available at no cost to you.