If You’ve Changed Your Mind, There May Still Be Time
Taking mifepristone can feel final. For some women, however, regret sets in soon after they take this first abortion drug. If this sounds like you, you may feel panicked, heartbroken, or unsure what to do next.
Abortion pill reversal (APR) is a protocol designed to try to continue the pregnancy after mifepristone has been taken. Acting quickly is critical.
You are not alone in this moment. Help is available.
Get Help Now
If you have taken the first abortion drug and want to try to continue your pregnancy, time matters. Contact Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Center immediately for no-cost, confidential information.
While we do not provide APR, we can refer you to the Abortion Pill Reversal Network’s 24/7 Hotline or Woman’s New Life Clinic to get you started with this protocol.
Call us at 985-492-6604 to speak with our team.
How Abortion Pill Reversal Works
The abortion pill (also known as medical abortion) typically involves two drugs. The first pill, mifepristone, works by blocking progesterone, the hormone needed for the pregnancy to develop. The second pill, misoprostol, is taken later to cause the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
Abortion pill reversal works by adding progesterone back into the body in an effort to counteract mifepristone’s effects and support the pregnancy.
The APR process should begin as soon as possible, ideally within 24 to 72 hours after taking mifepristone. However, success has been reported even after that window. The sooner treatment begins, the higher the likelihood of success.
Progesterone has been safely used for over 50 years to support women at risk for miscarriage. Studies show that 64–68% of women who start APR within the recommended timeframe can continue their pregnancies.
While APR does not guarantee results, many women choose to pursue it because they want the chance to reverse their decision.