How does the abortion pill work?
The abortion pill involves two medications taken in sequence:
- Mifepristone is taken first. This medication blocks progesterone, a hormone needed for the pregnancy to continue. Without progesterone, the pregnancy cannot continue to develop.
- Misoprostol is taken 24–48 hours later. This medication causes cramping and bleeding, which allows the uterus to empty.
Who May Not Be Eligible for the Abortion Pill?
In some situations, a medication abortion may not be recommended. These include:
- An ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy located outside the uterus)
- Having an intrauterine device (IUD) in place
- Long-term steroid use
- Chronic adrenal conditions
- Use of blood-thinning medications
- Allergies to mifepristone or misoprostol
- Anemia
It’s important to speak with a qualified medical provider about your health history to determine what is safest for you.
What Should I Do Before Making a Decision?
Understand Your Rights
If you are considering abortion in Georgia, you have the right to receive accurate information before making a decision. The Women’s Right to Know Act requires that voluntary and informed consent be given at least 24 hours before an abortion procedure.
You are entitled to information about:
- Abortion procedures and associated risks
- Risks of continuing a pregnancy
- Available support services and agencies
- Adoption options
- Fetal development
- Information related to fetal pain
Download the booklet, developed by the Department of Public Health.
Confirm Your Pregnancy
Before making any decisions, it’s important to verify your pregnancy. At PAC in Forest Park, we provide free, lab-quality pregnancy testing administered by medical professionals who can review your results with you.
Get an Ultrasound
An ultrasound provides key information, including how far along you are, whether the pregnancy is viable, and if there is a detectable heartbeat. This information helps determine what options may be available to you.
Talk with a Medical Professional
Abortion is a medical decision, and it’s important to understand the facts and potential risks. Our trained medical staff in Forest Park is here to answer your questions and provide accurate, up-to-date information in a supportive environment.
What Are My Next Steps?
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, you don’t have to go through it alone. At PAC in Forest Park, we are here to support you with compassionate, confidential care.
We specialize in providing the information you need to make an informed decision, including resources required by Georgia law. Our services—including pregnancy testing, ultrasounds (when medically appropriate), and STI testing—are available at no cost.
Our medical staff are trained to answer all your questions in a caring, non-judgmental setting. We are HIPAA compliant and are bound by law to provide you with privacy and protection.
Call 404.763.4357 or schedule an appointment today to get started.
PAC does not perform or refer for abortions.
Georgia Law
In Georgia, the LIFE Act restricts abortion after a detectable fetal heartbeat, which typically occurs around 6 weeks of pregnancy. Exceptions may apply in cases of medical emergency, medically non-viable pregnancies, or reported cases of rape or incest.