You’ve discovered you’re pregnant. Or you think you might be. This wasn’t expected, and it’s not a good time for you to be pregnant. You’re thinking about your options, and one of the many questions you’re wondering about is where to buy abortion pills.
A Few Things You May Want to Know Right Away
Although not as invasive as a surgical abortion, a medication abortion is still a medical procedure. For your own health and safety, it’s very important for this to be done under the care of a qualified medical professional. According to the Mifepristone REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) Program, mifepristone (the first drug of the abortion pill process), “must be prescribed by certified prescribers and must be dispensed by or under the supervision of a certified prescriber or by a certified pharmacy on a prescription issued by a certified prescriber” (U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)).
A medication abortion (or “medical abortion”) actually involves taking two distinct medications. The first is Mifeprex (generic mifepristone), and the second, taken 24 to 48 hours later, is misoprostol (Mayo Clinic). Here are some of the details of the FDA requirements for the administration of a medication abortion:
- “Mifepristone must be prescribed by a health care provider that meets certain qualifications and is certified under the Mifepristone REMS Program.”
- “Under the Mifepristone REMS Program, mifepristone may be dispensed in person or by mail.”
- “In order to become certified to prescribe mifepristone, health care providers must complete a Prescriber Agreement Form.”
- “The Patient Agreement Form must be reviewed with and signed by the patient and the health care provider, and the risks of the mifepristone treatment regimen must be fully explained to the patient before mifepristone is prescribed.”
- “The patient must be provided with a copy of the Patient Agreement Form and mifepristone Medication Guide (FDA-approved information for patients).”
These requirements have been established by the FDA to ensure the safe use of mifepristone. Perhaps you’ve heard that a medication abortion is simpler and less complicated than a surgical abortion, and, in some ways, it may be. Still, it’s clear that the seriousness of this procedure needs to be understood and the requirements must be followed to protect the health of the consumer. All that to say, if you’re wondering where to buy the abortion pill, it’s best for your own safety and wellness to begin the process with a medical professional who meets the qualifications of the Mifepristone REMS Program.
Buying Mifepristone Online is Not Recommended by the FDA
The U.S Food & Drug Administration, “does not recommend purchasing mifepristone outside of the Mifepristone REMS Program – e.g. buying it online or personally transporting it from a foreign country,” noting that, “If a person does so, they would be bypassing important safeguards specifically designed to protect their health.” The FDA does not oversee and cannot guarantee the safety and quality of drugs purchased outside of the legitimate American supply chain (FDA).
Additional Questions and Considerations
Did this article raise additional questions for you about the abortion pill? Maybe you’re wondering…
- How are the pills typically administered?
- How effective is this method of abortion?
- Does it hurt? What would the process be like?
- Are there other requirements or restrictions?
Avenue Women’s Center is here to help you with answers to these questions and more.
It’s important to note that the mifepristone/misoprostol regimen is only FDA-approved to end a pregnancy through 70 days (10 weeks) gestation (FDA) Accurate dating of the pregnancy is very important, and the best way to gain that information is via ultrasound.
Free limited medical ultrasounds and options consultations are among the services we provide at Avenue Women’s Center. We are here so that no woman has to go alone through the complex and difficult journey that begins with an unexpected pregnancy. Please call us to discuss options for services related to your pregnancy.
Please call, text, email or chat to connect with us! We’re here to take this journey with you. Our clinics are located in Darien, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn / Lombard, West Chicago, and Wood Dale, Illinois.
References:
Mayo Clinic. (2025, July). Mifepristone (oral route). Retrieved from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/mifepristone-oral-route/description/drg-20067123
U.S. Food & Drug Administration. (2025, January). Information about Mifepristone for Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation. Retrieved from: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/information-about-mifepristone-medical-termination-pregnancy-through-ten-weeks-gestation#:~:text=Mifeprex%20(mifepristone)%20and%20its%20generic,a%20patient’s%20last%20menstrual%20period).
The information provided here is general in nature. It is not a substitute for a consultation with a medical professional. Before any medical procedure, it is imperative that you discuss your personal medical history, risks, and concerns with your doctor. If you have questions during or after a procedure, your doctor should be immediately contacted. Avenue Women’s Center is not an emergency center. If you are experiencing severe symptoms, such as bleeding and/or pain, seek immediate medical attention. Contact your physician, go to an emergency room, or call 911.