How Successful Is Abortion Pill Reversal in Continuing the Pregnancy?

If you took mifepristone and now want to continue your pregnancy, you likely want the answer to this question:

What are the chances abortion pill reversal will work?

There isn’t a guarantee. There is, however, published research reporting continued pregnancies after progesterone was given following mifepristone.

Because timing matters, this isn’t a question to research for several days before making a call. Contact the Abortion Pill Reversal Network at 1-877-558-0333 as soon as possible. 

Anderson Pregnancy Care also has medical professionals who can answer your questions about APR and discuss appropriate next steps. Schedule an appointment today to learn how we can support you.

Understanding Medical Abortion

A medical abortion typically begins by taking the first drug, mifepristone.

Mifepristone blocks progesterone, a hormone needed to support an ongoing pregnancy. A second drug, misoprostol, is taken afterward and causes uterine contractions to expel the embryo or fetus and empty the uterus.

Abortion pill reversal is intended for someone who has taken mifepristone but has not yet taken misoprostol, and wants to try to continue the pregnancy.

The protocol uses progesterone in an attempt to counteract the effects of mifepristone.

What Does the Research Say?

One published study reported continued pregnancy rates of approximately 64% to 68% with certain progesterone protocols.

That result should not be read as a guarantee that reversal will work for any individual pregnancy. However, if you are eligible for APR and begin the protocol promptly, you may have a chance to reverse the effects of mifepristone.

A medical professional can discuss your pregnancy, how much time has passed since you took mifepristone, and whether attempting reversal may still be an option.

Call Even if Some Time Has Passed

It’s recommended to begin treatment as soon as possible, often within the first 24 to 48 hours after mifepristone.

If it has been longer, you should still call rather than assuming you have missed the opportunity. The Abortion Pill Reversal Network can review your situation and help locate a participating medical provider.

If you have already taken misoprostol, contact a healthcare professional promptly for medical guidance.

Who Should You Contact?

It’s crucial to act immediately. Call the Abortion Pill Reversal Network’s 24/7 Helpline at 1-877-558-0333 to learn more and get connected to a provider. 

At Anderson Pregnancy Care, our medical professionals can also answer your questions and discuss what you should do next based on where you are in the process. We’re here to support you.

If you want to continue your pregnancy after taking mifepristone, APR may be an option for you. Contact the Helpline as soon as possible to get started.

Anderson Pregnancy Care does not provide or refer for abortions.

All abortion information in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.