Understanding Medication Abortion: A Comprehensive Guide
This fact sheet explains how to use medication (mifepristone and misoprostol) for an abortion with simple-to-follow steps and illustrations. Reading Grade Level (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level): 6.3.
What is Medication Abortion?
Medication abortion involves the use of specific medications, primarily mifepristone and misoprostol, to end a pregnancy. This method is often integrated into primary care settings.
Key Medications Used
- Mifepristone: One of the key medications used in medication abortion.
- Misoprostol: Used in conjunction with mifepristone for medication abortion.
Accessing Information and Resources
The Reproductive Health Access Project (RHAP) provides extensive resources, including fact sheets and protocols. These resources are available in multiple languages.
Available Resources and Downloads
- pdf How To Use Abortion Pills Fact Sheet
Other Available Languages for Fact Sheet:
- Amharic
- Arabic
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Chinese (Traditional)
- French
- Hindi
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
Related Resources:
- Protocol for Medication Abortion Using Misoprostol Alone
- Sam’s Medication Abortion Zine
- Abortion Pill Info to Read Prior to Phone Visit
Clinical Insights and Best Practices
Insights into Abortion and Miscarriage Care is a bi-monthly clinical e-newsletter that highlights evidenced-based best practices in abortion and miscarriage care.
The History of Mifepristone
The history of mifepristone is a significant topic within reproductive health, explored through various resources.
Broader Reproductive Health Care
The Reproductive Health Access Project also covers a wide array of topics beyond medication abortion, including contraception and miscarriage care.
Programs and Initiatives
- Reproductive Health Care and Advocacy Fellowship
- Reproductive Health Access Network
- Miscarriage Care Initiative
- Hands-on Reproductive Health Training Center
- Technical Assistance
- Continuing Education
Advocacy and Telehealth
The organization actively engages in advocacy and promotes telehealth for reproductive health care resources.
Additional Resources Provided by RHAP
- AAFP Policies
- Contraceptive Pearls
- Insights
- Request Permission to Use Materials
- All Resources
Getting Involved and Support
Individuals can get involved through various means, including events, donations, and joining the Reproductive Health Access Network.
Support Options
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Opportunities for jobs and internships are also available within the organization.
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