Information on the abortion pill and unwanted pregnancy

Want to know until when the abortion pill can be used and whether it always works properly. In this article, we will go into that in more detail. Do you have an unwanted pregnancy and want more information about abortion and the possibilities in the Netherlands? Then read on quickly.

Up to how many weeks can an abortion pill be used?

An abortion pill can be used up to 9 weeks after the first day of your last period. This pill, also known as the abortion medication, consists of two different medicines taken in combination. The first medicine, mifepristone, prevents the pregnancy from developing further. The second medicine, misoprostol, induces contractions and causes the foetus to be expelled. It is important to note that the use of the abortion pill should always be done under medical supervision. Therefore, it is advisable to contact a doctor or an abortion clinic for proper guidance and information.

How likely is it to have a bad experience with the abortion pill?

The chances of having a bad experience with the abortion pill are generally small. The main complication is failure to terminate the pregnancy completely, which can happen in 1 to 4 per cent of cases when using the abortion pill. In that case, a suction curettage may still be needed to remove the remaining tissue. In addition, there is a small risk of prolonged bleeding or heavy afterglow if there is tissue left in the uterus. This can be remedied by post-treatment to remove the remaining tissue. It is important to be alert for symptoms such as fever, persistent abdominal pain, and abnormal bleeding after treatment, as these may indicate complications. When in doubt, always contact the abortion clinic for advice and support.

Unwanted pregnancy

If you have an unwanted pregnancy, it is important to know that in the Netherlands you have the option of choosing to have an abortion. Abortion is legal and can be performed up to 22 weeks of pregnancy. Understandably, making this decision can be difficult. It is essential that it is your own choice and that you take the time to think about it carefully. It can also help to talk about it with someone you trust. If you have no one to talk to, you can contact the FIOM, a neutral organisation that can help you make a choice.

Once you have made your decision, you can go to Abortion Clinic Haarlem and Abortion Clinic Amsterdam for advice and treatment. They offer different treatments depending on the length of your pregnancy. Whether you choose an abortion pill or a suction curettage, the clinics will guide you through all steps of treatment and also offer aftercare and advice on contraception to prevent another unwanted pregnancy.

In the Netherlands, the cost of abortion treatment is fully reimbursed from the Long-Term Care Act (WLZ), so you do not have to pay for it yourself. When you have an abortion at an arbortion clinic, the health insurer is not notified of the treatment and nothing is deducted from your deductible, so you remain anonymous.

If you would like more information about the clinic, unwanted pregnancy or abortion for unwanted pregnancy, please visit the clinic’s website.