In the shock of an unplanned pregnancy, an abortion can feel like a relief. But, what can women do if they decide it's best for them to continue the pregnancy after taking the first abortion pill?

Even if you've taken the first abortion pill, abortion pill reversal may be right for you. Keep reading to learn about abortion pill reversal. 

What is the Abortion Pill?

The abortion pill involves two medications. The first medication, mifepristone, interferes with progesterone receptors and prevents the pregnancy from developing. The second medication, misoprostol, causes the uterus to cramp and expel the pregnancy. The FDA approves the use of mifepristone up until 10 weeks of pregnancy for women who qualify.[1]

Is the Abortion Pill Reversible?

Mifepristone, the first abortion pill, prevents progesterone from binding to receptors in a woman's body, thus causing the lining of the uterus to break down.[2] During the abortion pill reversal process, a woman takes a dose of progesterone that floods the receptors and outcompetes the mifepristone, thus sustaining the pregnancy.

Progesterone is a hormone that prepares the body for pregnancy and then sustains a pregnancy by building up the lining of the uterus and preventing early contractions. For over fifty years, doctors have prescribed progesterone to treat amenorrhea (missing periods), endometriosis, thyroid disorders, and to prevent preterm birth.[3]

How Does Abortion Pill Reversal Work?

When Should I Start the Abortion Pill Reversal Process?

What are the Side Effects of Progesterone?

What is the Abortion Pill Reversal Success Rate?

Is Abortion Pill Reversal Safe?

How Much Does Abortion Pill Reversal Cost?

The cost of your treatment depends on the type of progesterone your doctor prescribes and your insurance coverage.

In cases of financial hardship, the Abortion Pill Reversal Network will help you find ways to reduce the cost of the treatment.

Abortion Pill Reversal Information in Fort Worth, Texas 

You aren't in this alone. Pregnancy Help Center of Fort Worth is here to help you explore all of your pregnancy options, so you can make an informed and empowered decision.

If you've already taken the abortion pill, time is of the essence. Give us a call at 817-560-2226 to get started.

Please be aware that Pregnancy Help Center of Fort Worth does not provide or refer for abortion services.

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5. Nagy, B., Szekeres-Barthó, J., Kovács, G. L., Sulyok, E., Farkas, B., Várnagy, Á., Vértes, V., Kovács, K., & Bódis, J. (2021). Key to Life: Physiological Role and Clinical Implications of Progesterone. International journal of molecular sciences, 22(20), 11039. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms222011039
6. FDA. (2023, January). Questions and Answers on Mifepristone for Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation. FDA. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/questions-and-answers-mifepristone-medical-termination-pregnancy-through-ten-weeks-gestation?sm_guid=NTU1NzgyfDYzMDE1OTM2fC0xfGppbUBha2ZhbWlseS5vcmd8NTY4OTI4MXx8MHwwfDE5OTYwMDk4OHwxMDg2fDB8MHx8NTQ3NzI2fDA1
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8. Turner, J. V., Garratt, D., McLindon, L. A., Barwick, A., & Spark, M. J. (2024). Progesterone after mifepristone: A pilot prospective single arm clinical trial for women who have changed their mind after commencing medical abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research, 50(2), 182–189. https://doi.org/10.1111/jog.15826
9. See #7.