Did you take the first abortion drug and change your mind? Pregnancy Care Center can help connect you with immediate medical guidance.
Begin With a Phone Call
If you have taken mifepristone and want to continue your pregnancy, time matters. Pregnancy Care Center provides Abortion Pill Reversal referrals, with immediate guidance available through the 24/7 Abortion Pill Reversal Network.
Call 1-877-558-0333 and share which drugs you have taken, when you took them, and any symptoms you are experiencing. A professional will review your circumstances and determine whether connecting you with an APR provider is appropriate.
What Is Abortion Pill Reversal?
Abortion Pill Reversal, or APR, uses supplemental progesterone after the first abortion drug, mifepristone. The goal is to counteract mifepristone’s effects so the pregnancy can potentially continue.
APR focuses on the period after mifepristone is taken and before the abortion pill process is completed. A qualified medical professional evaluates your health history, timing, symptoms, and pregnancy information before recommending treatment.
For an explanation of mifepristone, misoprostol, and how the abortion pill works, visit the Abortion page.
When Should I Call?
APR is generally most effective when progesterone begins within 24 hours after mifepristone. Successful outcomes have also been reported when treatment was started later.
Call the helpline even if you feel uncertain about which drug you took or how much time has passed. The professional answering your call can help clarify the details and explain your next step.
What Happens After an APR Referral?
The APR Network gathers information about your situation and identifies an available medical provider. Your care may include:
- A review of your health history
- An ultrasound to estimate gestational age
- Confirmation of the pregnancy’s location
- Evaluation for cardiac activity
- A prescription for progesterone
- Follow-up testing or ultrasounds
Your provider will explain how to take the progesterone and arrange appropriate follow-up care.
How Effective Is APR?
One observational study reported reversal rates of 64% to 68% with certain progesterone protocols. Individual outcomes vary based on factors such as timing, the treatment protocol, and personal health circumstances.
Progesterone has a long history of use in pregnancy care. Medical supervision allows the provider to review your allergies, health history, and the progesterone formulations available to you.
Support After Pressure or Coercion
If someone pressured, threatened, deceived, or gave you abortion drugs without your knowledge, call the APR Network and seek medical attention. These experiences may be forms of reproductive coercion.
Call 911 if you are in immediate danger. The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7 support at 800-799-7233.
Pregnancy Care Center Is Here for You
Pregnancy Care Center can help you access an APR referral while offering a respectful place to talk. An advocate can also connect you with pregnancy resources and practical support.
24/7 APR Helpline: 1-877-558-0333
