The Abortion Pill Pack and What It Contains
The Abortion Pill Pack has MTP Kit (Mifepristone 200mg pills + 4 x Misoprostol 200mcg pills), Extra Miso (Misoprostol pills) if you need additional pregnancy termination pills, Drotaverine M as a pain-relief medicine, Ondansetron or Zofran to control nausea and vomiting, Ethamcip to cope with excessive bleeding, and iron supplements to restore the hemoglobin levels, fight fatigue, etc.
How Does the Abortion Pill Pack Work?
Here is how the Abortion Pill Pack medicines work for early pregnancy termination:
· Mifepristone: It is an anti-progesterone that blocks the pregnancy hormone, progesterone. It sheds the endometrial lining to detach the pregnancy portions from the uterine lining. This is the primary pill in the medical abortion process to stop a pregnancy from progressing.
· Misoprostol: It is a prostaglandin E1 analog medicine. It is the second medicine to use in the medical abortion procedure at home. These pills cause uterine contractions and cervical ripening for the pregnancy sections (the fetus, placenta, shed endometrial lining, and remaining pregnancy tissues), to exit from the vagina. It also leads to the expected heavy vaginal bleeding to empty the uterus.
· Ondansetron or Zofran: It is a medicine to manage vomiting and nausea. You can control the urge to vomit by taking this tablet. It reduces morning sickness and helps the abortion pills stay within the system, limiting the risk of Mifepristone and Misoprostol from being purged out.
· Drotaverine M: This is a pain-relief medicine to give relief from abdominal pain and cramps caused by contractions in the uterus. It makes the Abortion Pill Pack symptoms easier to manage and relax during the entire abortion journey.
· Ethamcip: It is a hemostatic medication to reduce excessive bleeding. The goal is to expel the pregnancy products from the body and not to lead to unnecessary loss of bleeding. Use it only if you think the expected heavy bleeding during the abortion is more than normal.
· Extra Miso: You will receive a pack of extra Misoprostol pills just in case you need more than the usual 4 Miso pills to end the pregnancy. The additional pills are required, especially if the pregnancy is beyond 9 weeks.
Dosage of Abortion Pill Pack Medicines
Here are the Abortion Pill Pack dosage instructions:
· Start the in-home early abortion taking Mifepristone 200mg orally with water. Wait for 24 to 48 hours and begin with 4 Misoprostol 200mcg pills. Insert the pills in the vagina and lay down for 30 minutes or place the pills under the tongue/in the cheek pouches to melt for half an hour, and consume the melted meds with a sip of water.
· You may use 4 extra Misoprostol pills after 4 to 6 hours of taking the first four pills of Misoprostol meds.
· Take Drotaverine M orally with water when the abdominal cramps and pain start. The effect of the medicine may last for up to 12 hours.
· Use Ondansetron or Zofran, usually 30 minutes before administering the Misoprostol pills, to get rid of nausea and vomiting.
· Consider Ethamcip med’s oral intake to reduce excessive bleeding. The heavy bleeding usually begins once the Misoprostol pills cause uterine contractions.
· You may eventually take iron supplements after the completion of the medical abortion to manage weakness, fatigue, and energy, while restoring the hemoglobin levels and ensuring overall wellness.
Side Effects of Abortion Pill Pack
The Abortion Pill Pack side effects are temporary and expected, caused by hormonal shifts. These include tiredness, headache, diarrhea, mild fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and pain, dizziness, and heavy bleeding. These gradually reduce once the uterus empties. The bleeding from abortion turns from mild to moderate after a successful pregnancy termination. However, the bleeding can last for 4 to 8 weeks.
Abortion Pill Pack Precautions and Care Tips
During the Abortion Pill Pack use, do not drink alcohol and avoid all interactions. Consume light and less oily meals to ensure well-being and reduce stomach upset. Use large sanitary pads for the bleeding, avoid menstrual cups and tampons. Do not douche or have vaginal intercourse when bleeding. After an abortion, start with recommended birth control if you get intimate, and eliminate the risk of unintended pregnancies. Get a follow-up whole abdomen ultrasound scan after 14 days of the medical abortion to know if the uterus has emptied properly.
