Abortion pills are a method of terminating a pregnancy using medication rather than surgery. This process is also called **medical abortion** and typically involves two medications:
1. **Mifepristone (RU-486)**: This pill blocks the hormone **progesterone**, which is necessary for a pregnancy to continue.
2. **Misoprostol**: Taken 24–48 hours after mifepristone, this causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
### Key Information:
* **Timeframe**: Most effective within the first 10–11 weeks of pregnancy.
* **Effectiveness**: Around 95–98% when taken correctly.
* **Side Effects**: Cramping, bleeding, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fatigue are common.
### Safety:
* Very safe when prescribed and monitored by a healthcare provider.
* Follow-up is usually required to ensure the abortion is complete.
### Access:
* Availability and legality vary by country and region. In some places, you can access them via clinics, telehealth services, or pharmacies (where legal).
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