Medication abortion has been used safely in the world for more than 20 years. Serious complications are really rare, but can happen. These include: the abortion pills don’t work and the pregnancy doesn’t end some of the pregnancy tissue is left in your uterus blood clots in your uterus bleeding too much or too long infection allergic reaction to one of the medicines These problems aren’t common. And if they do happen, they’re usually easy to take care of with medication or other treatments.

The abortion pill is really safe and effective. It’s a super common way to have an abortion, and millions of people have used it safely. Unless there’s a rare and serious complication that’s not treated, there’s no risk to your future pregnancies or to your overall health. Having an abortion doesn’t increase your risk for breast cancer or affect your fertility. It doesn’t cause problems for future pregnancies like birth defects, premature birth or low birth weight, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, or infant death.

How you feel during and after a medication abortion varies from person to person. On the day you take your second medicine, plan on resting and being in a comfortable place. You may feel tired for 1 or 2 days after, but you should be back to normal soon. You can go back to work, school, driving, and most other normal activities the next day if you feel up to it. But DON’T do hard work or heavy exercise for several days. You should start to feel better as the days go by, but call your doctor or health center if you still feel ill.

It’s normal to bleed and spot off and on for several weeks after your abortion. You can use pads, tampons, or a menstrual cup — whatever's the most comfortable for you.

You can have sex as soon as you feel ready.

The medicines in the abortion pill can sometimes pass into breastmilk. But it's usually in small amounts that shouldn’t affect a baby. You can talk with your nurse or doctor if you’re breastfeeding, and they’ll help you figure out what’s best for you and your baby.