Are contraceptive pills sufficient for an abortion?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am pregnant after 12 days of delayed periods. I had two pills in two consecutive weeks, but I am still positive now.

  1. How do I go about an abortion without getting surgery?

  2. Is the MM Kit enough? Because I cannot go to the hospital, as I am scared.

Please suggest.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and can understand your concern.

I am sorry to hear how worried and anxious you must be.

Let me address your concerns step by step:

Current situation -

You are pregnant, with a positive test 12 days after your missed period, and you have tried pills for two consecutive weeks. You are hoping to end the pregnancy without surgery.

Important points about medical abortion (MM Kit)-

MM Kit (Mifepristone + Misoprostol) can be effective up to nine weeks (63 days) of pregnancy. It is most effective and safe when supervised by a medical professional to avoid complications. Taking cannabis or other substances along with abortion pills is risky because it can mask side effects like excessive bleeding or infection.

Why is medical supervision important?

You have already tried pills twice without success. If you are still positive, it suggests the pregnancy is continuing. Repetition of abortion pills without proper guidance is risky and can cause severe bleeding, infection, or incomplete abortion, which can be life-threatening. If the MM Kit is used improperly or repeatedly, it may not work, and you may need surgery to remove the pregnancy tissue.

What should you do now?

Please see a doctor or a gynecologist as soon as possible. You do not need to be afraid of judgment. The doctors are trained to help in these situations confidentially and professionally. The doctor will confirm how far along the pregnancy is (with an ultrasound), check if there is a retained pregnancy or incomplete abortion, and safely prescribe the MM Kit only if it is suitable or discuss a surgical option if that is safer for you.

I hope this answers your query.

Let me know if I need to assist you further.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byDr. K. Shobana

Published At August 16, 2025
Reviewed AtAugust 21, 2025

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