You may be searching for a quick solution when facing an unexpected pregnancy. Ordering the abortion pill online might seem convenient, but it comes with serious risks that are often overlooked. Without medical oversight, you may not have the necessary information about your pregnancy or potential health complications that could arise.

The abortion pill is a significant medical process, not just a simple prescription. Skipping essential screenings—such as an ultrasound—can lead to dangerous outcomes, including taking the pills too late in pregnancy, experiencing health hazards, or failing to treat conditions like an ectopic pregnancy.

Understanding the Abortion Pill and Its Risks

A medical abortion involves two drugs: mifepristone, which blocks the hormone needed to sustain a pregnancy, and misoprostol, which causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy. This process is associated with several risks, including:

• The body not releasing all pregnancy tissue in the uterus, which is also called an incomplete abortion. This may require a surgical procedure.
• An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work.
• Heavy and prolonged bleeding.
• Infection.
• Fever.
• Digestive symptoms such as upset stomach.

The FDA only approved the abortion pill for use up to ten weeks gestation, meaning an ultrasound is necessary to determine how far along you are and whether the procedure is medically advised in your situation.

The Dangers of Ordering Online

Ordering abortion pills online bypasses critical safety precautions. Without medical guidance, there is no way to confirm:

• The gestational age of your pregnancy, which is crucial for determining whether the abortion pill will be effective
• If you have an ectopic pregnancy, a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention and cannot be treated with the abortion pill
• Whether the pills you receive are authentic and safe—many online vendors, especially those overseas, sell unregulated or counterfeit medications, which could be ineffective or harmful.

Because of the lack of oversight and critical safeguards, the FDA advises against purchasing abortion pills from unverified online sources. Additionally, without a prescribing health professional to contact, women must manage serious complications alone.

Get Answers at Azar House

Accurate medical information is important before making a pregnancy decision. At Azar House, we provide free pregnancy testing, ultrasound referrals, and confidential support so you can get the answers you need.

Make a free appointment today to explore your options in a caring, judgment-free environment. You don’t have to figure this out on your own—help is available.

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