What Are The Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online?

The abortion pill is advertised as a safe and simple way to take care of unwanted pregnancy, but the process can be dangerous to women. It is imperative to understand the risks associated with ordering the pill online, as well as the risks of the pill itself. Ultimately, the decision is yours, but as with any major medical decision, asking questions and exploring your options is key.

The Abortion Pill, Defined

Mifepristone and misoprostol are two separate drugs, taken sequentially to complete an abortion. These two drugs are known as the abortion pill (a type of chemical

abortion

, also commonly called a medical abortion). You may or may not be eligible for the abortion pill, because it is intended to be taken during a certain timeframe of pregnancy. 

Mifepristone thins the lining of the uterus and prevents the embryo from implanting or growing. Afterward, misoprostol (the second pill) is taken, which makes the uterus contract and expel the contents of the pregnancy. The combination of these two drugs poses risks to women.

What Are the Risks of the Abortion Pill (Chemical Abortion)?

• Incomplete abortion, which may need to be followed by surgical abortion

• An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn't work

• Heavy and prolonged bleeding

• Digestive system discomfort

• Infection

• Fever

What Are the Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online?

In an age where nearly everything can be ordered online, it can feel normal to order a chemical abortion to be delivered to your door. However, there are many

risks associated with this online purchase

. 

A few of the risks of ordering the abortion pill online:

• Unverified chemicals in the abortion pills ordered online

• Lack of a pre-abortion screening process, putting women’s health in danger

• Unverified dosage, which could lead to an incomplete abortion and life-threatening effects

• Unlisted risks and side effects from abortion pills ordered online, since many online pharmacies are overseas and do not meet the FDA guidelines

The FDA has put guidelines in effect to protect women. Ordering the abortion pill online can bypass these safety measures and be detrimental to your health.

Your First Steps

Before you decide on your pregnancy option, confirm your pregnancy with a lab-quality pregnancy test and ultrasound. You will need to know how far along you are to know what type of abortion you qualify for. 

If you are still undecided about completing an abortion and want to learn more about all your options, we are here for you. Or, if you’ve changed your mind after starting the abortion pill process and need someone to talk to, please reach out to our staff or the Abortion Pill Reversal hotline:

https://www.abortionpillreversal.com/

Schedule

a free and confidential appointment with Liberty Women’s Clinic today! Learn more about the abortion pill and your other options, and receive pregnancy services at no cost to you.