If you took the first abortion pill, it’s possible to start wishing you hadn’t.
The regret may have hit you immediately, or it might have taken a few hours to realize that you want to continue the pregnancy. Either way, there may still be something you can do: abortion pill reversal (APR) may be an option.
The first drug used in the abortion pill regimen is usually mifepristone. If you have taken mifepristone but now want to continue your pregnancy, call the Abortion Pill Reversal Network at 1-877-558-0333 right away. Their Helpline is available 24/7 and can connect you with a medical provider who can administer APR.
If You Have Only Taken the First Pill
Mifepristone works by blocking progesterone.
Progesterone helps maintain the lining of the uterus during pregnancy. When this hormone is blocked, the uterine lining thins, and the pregnancy ends.
The second drug in the abortion pill regimen is misoprostol, which causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
Abortion pill reversal involves giving progesterone after mifepristone in an effort to allow the pregnancy to continue.
Don’t Wait for Symptoms Before Calling
You may wonder whether you should wait before deciding what to do. But if you want to try to continue the pregnancy, call first.
It’s critical to start the protocol as soon as possible, ideally within 24 to 48 hours of taking mifepristone. However, you should still call even when more time has passed; it may not be too late.
A medical provider can determine whether APR may still be appropriate.
Does Reversal Always Work?
Abortion pill reversal cannot guarantee that the pregnancy will continue. One published study reported ongoing pregnancy rates of approximately 64% to 68% with certain progesterone regimens, but individual outcomes vary.
The important thing is to get medical guidance quickly rather than trying to determine your chances on your own.
What if You Already Took Misoprostol?
If you have already taken misoprostol, contact a healthcare professional promptly and explain exactly what you took and when.
You should also seek immediate medical attention if you develop symptoms that concern you or believe you may be experiencing a medical emergency.
Make the Call Now
Changing your mind after taking mifepristone can be frightening, especially when you’re unsure whether there is still time to act.
You don’t need to figure that out yourself.
Call the Abortion Pill Reversal Network at 1-877-558-0333 as soon as possible and tell them when you took mifepristone. They can explain whether abortion pill reversal may still be an option and connect you with an appropriate provider.
You can also contact Collage if you need someone to speak with while you work through your next steps. We’re here to help you.
*Collage does not provide or refer for abortions; however, we do offer pre-abortion screening through our no-cost services.
**All abortion information in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.



