NORMAL SYMPTOMS AFTER TAKING THE PILLS:

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  • When will I start bleeding and what will it look like?

    The first pill – mifepristone – usually does not cause bleeding, though some people experience light spotting. Misoprostol causes cramping and bleeding with clots as the uterus contracts and pushes out the pregnancy. The bleeding usually starts within a couple of hours, and usually slows after 24… Read more »

  • How strong will the pain be? Can I use painkillers?

    The pain and cramping that are part of the abortion process are very different in each experience. The pain can be similar to period, or it can be much stronger. Read more »

  • What are the side effects of the pills?

    Mifepristone generally does not cause noticeable side effects, though some people may experience mild nausea, dizziness, or spotting.

    Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever below 38º, chills, headache and flu-like symptoms are all common, uncomfortable side effects of misoprostol and are completely… Read more »

  • What should I expect to see?

    What comes out of the uterus depends on pregnancy length. Read more »