You’re experiencing the symptoms, you’ve taken the test…and you think the abortion pill may be an option for you.
The abortion pill—also called the missed period pill, Plan C, or medication abortion—is actually two pills taken a day or two apart:
- Mifepristone – the first pill
- Misoprostol – the second pill
Before Taking the Abortion Pill
- Confirm your pregnancy. Symptoms alone aren’t enough—you want to be sure.
- Get an ultrasound. This confirms how far along you are and ensures the pregnancy is in the uterus.
- Tell someone you trust. Going through this alone can be unsafe. Support matters.
What Happens After Taking the Abortion Pill
The first pill usually has few side effects.
After the second pill, you may experience heavy cramping and bleeding, starting 1–4 hours later and lasting several hours, with lighter bleeding over the next days or weeks. For more information on risks and side effects, visit this page on our website.
Risks and Reversibility
Serious complications like infection, sepsis, or hemorrhage can occur in about 11% of cases.
Did you know that if you have second thoughts after you’ve taken the first pill, the effects of the pill may be reversed up to 68% of the time? Call 1-877-558-0333 or visit AbortionPillReversal.com.
How ComfortCare Can Help
ComfortCare Women’s Health doesn’t provide or refer for abortions, but we offer free services for your pregnancy, including:
- Medical-grade pregnancy testing
- Limited OB ultrasounds
- Pregnancy options counseling
- STI testing
- STI treatment*
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Call or chat online to make your free appointment with us today.
📞 540-885-6261
🌐 ccwomenshealth.org
📍 12 Hedgerow Dr., Staunton, VA 24401
*STI treatment depends on the type of STI.
