If you’ve already taken the first abortion pill, mifepristone, and you’re having second thoughts, you may still have time. Every hour matters, so don’t wait to reach out. Call us right now at 903-784-1555, available 24 hours a day, and our medical team can talk you through whether reversal is still possible for you.
You can also call the Abortion Pill Rescue Network at 1-877-558-0333 anytime, day or night, as a backup if you’re unable to reach us directly.
How APR Works
The abortion pill isn’t one drug; it’s a two-drug regimen. The first, mifepristone, blocks progesterone, the hormone your body needs to maintain a pregnancy. The second drug, misoprostol, is taken separately, usually 24 to 48 hours later. It causes the uterus to contract, which leads to vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping as the pregnancy and related tissue are expelled from the uterus.
The window between the two drugs is where APR comes in. By introducing additional progesterone after mifepristone but before misoprostol, it may be possible to counteract what the first drug and give the pregnancy a chance to continue.
APR works best when started within 24 hours of taking mifepristone, but it may still be worth trying up to 72 hours afterward. If you’re not sure exactly how much time has passed, call anyway. You don’t have to figure it out on your own before seeking help.
Does It Actually Work?
There are no guarantees, but research has shown reversal success rates between 64% to 68% when progesterone treatment starts within 24 to 72 hours of taking mifepristone. In general, the sooner treatment begins, the greater the likelihood of success.
One important thing to know: if you haven’t taken the second pill yet, do not take it. Once misoprostol is taken, the abortion process has begun, and APR is no longer considered effective.
If you have already taken both pills, call us anyway. We can answer your questions and help you understand what support and care may still be available.
Is This Safe?
Progesterone isn’t new or experimental. It’s been used in pregnancy care for over 50 years, including to help support pregnancies at risk of miscarriage. If you have a peanut allergy, tell your provider right away, since some forms of progesterone contain peanut oil. Alternatives are usually available.
What to Do Right Now
Step 1: Call us immediately at 903-784-1555. We’re available 24/7, and timing matters. The sooner you reach out, the better chances the reversal may still be possible.
Step 2: A nurse will ask a few quick questions, including when you took mifepristone, to determine whether abortion pill reversal may still be an option.
Step 3: If you can’t reach us right away, call the Abortion Pill Rescue Network at 1-877-558-0333 for immediate assistance.
A Note on Outcomes
Some research suggests abortion pill reversal can increase the likelihood that a pregnancy continues after mifepristone, and studies haven’t shown a higher risk of birth defects associated with the progesterone treatment. Even so, results vary, and no outcome can be guaranteed.
You’re Not Out of Time
A decision you made an hour ago, or even yesterday, doesn’t have to be final. If part of you is wondering whether there’s still a way forward, that question deserves a real answer, not silence.
Call us now at 903-784-1555. We’re here around the clock, and the sooner you call, the sooner we can help you understand what steps may still be available.
