Abortion Pill Reversal (APR)

Can I really reverse the effects of the abortion pill?

Yes, you might be able to reverse the effects of the abortion pill, but you must act quickly. The abortion pill reversal (APR) process consists of increased progesterone intended to counteract the effects of the abortion pill.

Reversal is most effective (64-68%) if you begin within 24 hours of taking the first abortion pill (mifepristone or RU-486). However, many successful reversals have been performed when treatment was started within 72 hours of taking the first abortion pill. [1]

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What does abortion pill reversal look like?

Within 24 to 72 hours of taking mifepristone, reach out to Abortion Pill Reversal to get connected to a doctor or medical provider in your area to start the reversal treatment.

The doctor or medical provider will prescribe bioidentical progesterone to be taken as a pill either orally or vaginally, for the remainder of the first trimester. Progesterone is the natural hormone in a woman’s body that is necessary to nurture and sustain a pregnancy.

According to research by the Charlotte Lozier Institute, bioidentical progesterone has been used to support healthy pregnancies since the 1950s, receiving FDA approval in 1998. Today, progesterone treatment is commonly used to reduce the risk of premature birth and recurring miscarriage. In addition, progesterone supplementation is an expected part of the management of IVF pregnancies after embryo transfer and has an extensive safety record.

What are the side effects of abortion pill reversal?

Since progesterone is a naturally occurring hormone, side effects are minimal and similar to those commonly experienced during pregnancy.

  • Sleepiness
  • Lack of energy
  • Lightheadedness
  • Dizziness
  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Headaches

 

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If I complete the abortion pill reversal process, will my baby have birth defects?

Progesterone has not been linked to birth defects in children born after a successful abortion pill reversal. Dr. Bill Lile, OB-GYN confirms this in an interview with Focus of the Family: mifepristone attacks the pregnancy, NOT the baby. Introducing progesterone simply combats the effects of the mifepristone by replacing that progesterone so the body recognizes the pregnancy and works to sustain it.

 

Where can I find abortion pill reversal?

To get connected to a doctor or medical provider geographically close to you, call the Abortion Pill Reversal hotline at 1-877-558-0333 or chat online.

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