Medication abortion / early pregnancy termination
- Mifepristone + misoprostol is the preferred medication regimen
- Misoprostol-only regimen is an alternative
- Confirm gestational age/ectopic risk as clinically appropriate
- Expect cramping + bleeding
- Provide clear follow-up and emergency warning signs
- Regimen/legal access depends on jurisdiction and setting
Use at a glance
- Mifepristone + misoprostol is the preferred medication regimen
Practical pearls
- Misoprostol-only regimen is an alternative
- Expect cramping + bleeding
Choosing treatment
- Regimen/legal access depends on jurisdiction and setting
Monitoring / follow-up
- Confirm gestational age/ectopic risk as clinically appropriate
- Provide clear follow-up and emergency warning signs
Self-check
- What is the preferred medication-abortion regimen?
Mifepristone + misoprostol. - What should be confirmed before medication abortion, as clinically appropriate?
Gestational age and ectopic risk.
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