How does the drug work?
According to the information contained in the instructions for use, mifepristone in the interruption of pregnancy actively affects the muscle fibers of uterine myometrium, increasing their contractility and excitability. In addition, Mifepristone is a progesterone blocker by its very nature. As a result, the membranes of the fetal egg are destroyed and the embryo is completely expelled outwards. This is how the drug acts on the fetus, like Mifepristone.
How do I take mifepristone to terminate a pregnancy?
It is worth noting that such a procedure is carried out exclusively within the walls of the medical institution, under the direct supervision of a physician. The thing is that the risk of developing uterine bleeding, which requires urgent medical help, is great.
Mifepristone for abortion is used, usually together with misoprostol. First, the woman is offered to drink 600 mg of Mifepristone, which corresponds to 3 tablets, then 2 pills of Misoprostol.
How much does Mifepristone start acting?
The drug is quickly absorbed into the blood. The maximum concentration in the blood is noted after 4-5 hours. The first use leads to the rejection of the endometrium, the gradual opening of the uterine neck. After 36-48 hours, the woman re-enters the clinic, takes Misoprostol, under the influence of which the uterus begins to actively contract. Woman notes:
- pulling pains in the lower abdomen;
- the appearance of blood from the vagina.
Contraindications and side effects of mifepristone
This drug, despite its effectiveness, can be used for abortion far from all women. Contraindications for its use include:
- intolerance and hypersensitivity to components;
- liver and kidney disease;
- glaucoma;
- arterial hypertension;
- diabetes;
- lactation period;
- anemia.
It should be noted that the use of the drug may be accompanied by side effects, among which:
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- dizziness;
- pain in the head;
- soreness in the abdomen.
What similar drugs can I use to terminate a pregnancy?
As you know, Mifepristone is not available for free, but there are many analogues of this drug in pharmacies. All of them require application only in the presence of a doctor.
To the most common medicines with a similar effect, it is possible to refer:
- Mifegin;
- Pencrofton;
- Mythophian.
Consequences of using Mifepristone for medical abortion
You can use the medicine only in a medical institution. Otherwise, the probability is high:
- uterine bleeding;
- incomplete abortion;
- anaphylactic shock.