Abortion Services in Tembisa
Safe Abortions pills in South Africa
Below is some information to help inform you about the nature and effects of the medicines used in the medical termination of pregnancy. This information is intended to help educate you, so you can make an informed decision.
The Abortion Pill is a synthetic ‘anti-progesterone’ medication. By preventing the effects of progesterone in the uterus, this medicine interferes with implantation and placental development, resulting in the foetus not growing.
The abortion pill also softens the cervix and makes the uterus more likely to expel the pregnancy, especially if used in combination with another medication, which is a “prostaglandin like” medication.
Our staff recognize how difficult this decision can be and aim to help by providing a supporting environment, whether you require counselling to help you make a decision or counselling after an abortion to help you feel completely supported.
