How to Access Abortion Pill Reversal?

If you’ve taken mifepristone—the first drug in the medical abortion process—but are having second thoughts, Abortion Pill Reversal (APR) may give you a chance to reverse the effects.

At Crossroads Care Clinic, we stock the medication needed for the APR process, which is free. Time is critical, so if you’d like to explore this option, call us during regular business hours at 812-393-3938. After hours, you can reach a nurse directly at 812-742-9149 to begin the reversal process.

How Does It Work?

Medical abortions typically involve two drugs: mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone blocks the hormone progesterone, which is necessary to sustain a pregnancy, while misoprostol induces uterine contractions to expel the pregnancy.

If you’ve only taken mifepristone, quickly starting the reversal process can help preserve the pregnancy. APR involves administering additional progesterone through oral, vaginal, or injectable methods to counteract the effects of mifepristone and support the pregnancy.

Research shows that APR has successfully continued pregnancies in approximately 64% of cases when treatment begins promptly. For the best chance of success, treatment should ideally start within 24 hours of taking mifepristone. However, there have been successful reversals up to 72 hours later.

Is It Safe?

Progesterone, the medication used in APR, is a natural hormone essential for pregnancy and has been safely used in pregnancy-related care for over 50 years. It’s commonly used to support high-risk pregnancies and to help prevent preterm labor.

How to Get Started

If you’ve taken mifepristone and wish to begin the reversal process, Crossroads Care Clinic is here to help. Call us during regular business hours at 812-393-3938 or reach out after hours at 812-742-9149 to speak with a nurse. We’ll help you through the steps and provide the care you need.

Need Additional Support?

Crossroads Care Clinic offers free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and confidential care if you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy. We’re here to answer your questions, provide support, and walk with you through every step of your experience.