Medical Abortion is the evacuation of the uterus using pharmaceutical drugs. The optimum combination is to use mifepristone, which halts the progression of the pregnancy, followed 24-36 hours later by misoprostol, which facilitates uterine contraction and expulsion, to terminate the pregnancy safely and effectively. Misoprostol can also be used alone. For first-trimester, medical abortion is effective by misoprostol alone (87%), and in combination with mifepristone (96%) * Chen, Melissa J. MD, MPH; Creinin, Mitchell D. MD. Mifepristone With Buccal Misoprostol for Medical Abortion: A Systematic Review. Obstetrics & Gynecology 126(1):p 12-21, July 2015′
Medical abortion is an important aspect of reproductive healthcare service provided by DKT WomanCare Global which offers a safe, effective alternative to surgical abortion. At DKT WomanCare Global, we offer two medical abortion options to cater to diverse contexts and clinical situations: Miso-Fem and MisoMife-Fem Combo.
Miso-Fem contains only misoprostol, a prostaglandin analog. Misoprostol works by causing the uterus to contract and expel its contents, inducing a process similar to a natural miscarriage. This option is widely used for its efficacy and accessibility, especially in contexts where mifepristone is not available.
MisoMife-Fem Combo contains a combination of two drugs: misoprostol and mifepristone. Mifepristone acts by blocking the hormone progesterone, which is necessary to sustain the pregnancy. When followed by misoprostol, the uterus contracts and expels the pregnancy. This combination is known for its high efficacy.
Both Miso-Fem and MisoMife-Fem Combo offer a non-invasive, private, and more natural alternative to surgical abortion. They are especially significant in areas where access to surgical options is limited or where privacy is a major concern for women seeking abortion. The availability of these two options ensures that healthcare providers can offer a tailored approach to abortion care, respecting the individual circumstances and preferences of each woman.
