FAQ Regarding Medical Abortion with Mifepristone (Mifeprex)

✔ Best success rate (97%) if performed up to 8 weeks (49 days) of pregnancy.

✔ Success rates decrease as the pregnancy advances.

✔ Requires a minimum of two visits (some cases may require up to five visits).

✔ Step 1: First Visit—Take Mifepristone (Mifeprex) in the Clinic

• This medication blocks progesterone, stopping the pregnancy from progressing.

✔ Step 2: Second Visit (or at Home) – Take Misoprostol

• Taken buccally (dissolved in the mouth between the cheek and gum) or under the tongue.
• Can also be inserted vaginally 24 hours after taking mifepristone.
• Causes uterine contractions to expel the pregnancy, typically within a few hours.

✔ Follow-Up Appointment:

• Scheduled two weeks after the first visit to confirm the abortion is complete.

✔ Pain levels vary from mild to very strong cramping.

✔ Most women experience cramping for 4 to 6 hours, with waves of pain coming and going.

✔ Pain Medication:

• Pain pills are prescribed to manage discomfort as needed.
• A heating pad may help relieve cramping.

✔ Heavy bleeding and passing clots are common during the abortion process.

✔ After the abortion, lighter bleeding can continue for 9 to 14 days or longer.

✔ If bleeding becomes too heavy (soaking two pads per hour for two consecutive hours), contact us immediately.

✔ Costs vary depending on the patient's individual needs.

✔ Please call us for current pricing and available payment options.