Step 1: Take a Mifepristone Pill
Mifepristone is the first pill.
You take it by mouth to terminate an early pregnancy.
It works by emptying the uterus and it may cause cramping and bleedingsimilar to a miscarriage.
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Misoprostol comes in four 200 g tablets.
They are typically in a hexagon shape.
you could take the pills in one of the following ways.
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You will:
After taking misoprostol, you may experience period-like cramping within one to four hours.
If you feel pain during the process, you could take painkillers or use a hot water bottle.
If you have irregular, smelly discharge or excessive bleeding, you should contact your healthcare provider.
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You might experience physical discomfort from the cramps and bleeding, or emotional distress due to hormonal changes.
It has been corrected to misoprostol.
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