Vomiting the Abortion Pill. San Antonio to New Mexico Abortion.

When you’re going through a medication abortion, it’s normal to worry about how your body might react. One of the most common concerns we hear from patients in San Antonio is: What if I throw up the abortion pill? Will it still work? This article breaks it down clearly—what to expect, what counts as a problem, and what doesn’t.

Vomiting the Abortion Pill: The Medication Abortion Process

At Women’s Reproductive Clinic, we use a two-step protocol:

San Antonio to New Mexico Abortion Step 1: Mifepristone

This pill is taken in the clinic. It blocks the hormone progesterone, stopping the pregnancy from continuing.

San Antonio to New Mexico Abortion Step 2: Misoprostol

Usually taken at home 24-48 hours later, misoprostol causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy. It’s placed in your cheeks to dissolve for 30 minutes before swallowing any remaining fragments.

Vomiting the Abortion Pill: Why Nausea Happens

Nausea and vomiting are very common during a medication abortion. Mifepristone and misoprostol can both cause stomach irritation. The hormones involved in early pregnancy can also trigger nausea, even before you take any medication. For many patients, it peaks during the misoprostol stage, when cramping and bleeding begin.

So—What If You Throw Up?

If you throw up more than one hour after taking mifepristone, you’re in the clear. The pill is absorbed within that first hour. Vomiting after that will not affect its effectiveness.

For misoprostol, which is dissolved in the mouth (buccally), the key window is 5–10 minutes after dissolving the tablets. If you vomit after this, the medication has already been absorbed through your cheeks and gums.

But if you vomit sooner than those windows? Call us right away. We’ll walk you through whether a repeat dose is needed. Most of the time, you don’t need to retake it, but we’ll assess your exact timeline.

San Antonio to New Mexico Abortion: What You Can Do to Minimize Nausea

• Eat a small meal about an hour before taking misoprostol
• Take anti-nausea medication (ask us in advance—we offer it)
• Stay hydrated, but avoid large amounts of water all at once
• Rest in a comfortable, quiet place during the process

Women’s Reproductive Clinic of New Mexico: We’re Here for You

If you’re in San Antonio or nearby and considering a medication abortion, know that you’re not alone. At our clinic, we make sure you’re supported, informed, and cared for every step of the way. We’ll answer every question, especially the ones that keep you up at night.

Want more info on what to expect? Visit our medical abortion page for step-by-step support. You can also read our blog to learn more about what happens after taking misoprostol.

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