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Abortion Pill

The abortion pill at The Center for Women in Westchester costs $380 with a credit or debit card, or $340 with cash. Call (708) 450-4545 to schedule.

  • $380 by card or $340 cash, all-inclusive: the visit, ultrasound, both medicines, and follow-up
  • Typically up to 10 weeks (70 days) of pregnancy, confirmed by ultrasound
  • Same-day, evening, and weekend appointments available
  • Westchester, IL, near Chicago and just off I-290

What is the abortion pill?

The abortion pill we offer is a combination of two different medications. Mifepristone (Mifeprex) is the first pill you will take during your initial appointment at our clinic. This medication blocks the hormone progesterone, which is required to continue a pregnancy. Between 24 and 48 hours later, you will take the second medication, misoprostol, which is a total of 4 pills. Misoprostol causes the uterus to contract and pass the pregnancy, and cramping and bleeding usually begin within 1 to 4 hours after you take it. For the full step by step, see how does the abortion pill work.

Am I eligible for the abortion pill?

This combination of medication is an early option that is 93-98% effective for ending a pregnancy that is less than 70 days. If it has been more than 10 weeks since the start of your last menstrual period, the pill may not be right for you, and The Center for Women can recommend other options. Final eligibility is confirmed at your visit with an ultrasound and a review with the provider. You should not take the abortion pill if you:

  • Have a pregnancy that is more than 70 days (10 weeks)
  • Have an IUD in place
  • You have a pregnancy outside the uterus (ectopic pregnancy)
  • Have problems with your adrenal glands (chronic adrenal failure)
  • Take blood thinner medications
  • Have been diagnosed with a bleeding problem
  • Have a condition called porphyria
  • Currently take certain steroid medicines
  • Have an allergy to mifepristone, misoprostol, or medicines that contain misoprostol.

What if the abortion pill isn’t successful?

If the abortion pill is not effective at passing the pregnancy, we will help you determine what options may be best. In some cases, you can try the abortion pill a second time. We will work with you to determine if a second trial is a good option or we can refer you to a facility that offers surgical abortion or family planning services.

What happens after taking the abortion pill?

After taking misoprostol, expect cramping and bleeding that is heavier than a period, often with blood clots. The heaviest bleeding and cramping usually last about 3 to 5 hours, and lighter bleeding or spotting often continues for 1 to 3 weeks. Plan to rest on the day you take misoprostol. Many patients feel closer to normal within 1 to 2 days. For pain, ibuprofen (as the provider directs, often up to 800 mg every 6 to 8 hours) and a heating pad are the usual first tools. Tell us about any prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, or supplements you take so we can check for real interactions. Skip alcohol for at least 24 hours after misoprostol, and ask us about anything else you use. For more detail, see recovery tips after the abortion pill, the abortion pill bleeding timeline, and what to eat and drink after the abortion pill.

What are the most common side effects of the abortion pill?

Cramping and vaginal bleeding are to be expected with the abortion pill. Sometimes you can have cramping and bleeding and still be pregnant, which is why you will schedule a follow-up appointment about 1 to 2 weeks after taking the abortion pill to confirm the treatment worked. Other side effects can include nausea, weakness, fever or chills, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, and dizziness.

What symptoms should I be concerned with after taking the abortion pill?

Be sure to contact us promptly or seek emergency care if you have any of the following:

  • Heavy Bleeding. You soak through two or more thick full-size sanitary pads per hour for two hours in a row, or you are worried about how much you are bleeding.
  • Abdominal Pain or "Feeling Sick." You have abdominal pain that the pain plan you were given does not control, or you feel sick with weakness, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, with or without fever, for more than 24 hours after taking the abortion pill medicines as instructed.
  • Fever. You have a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher that lasts more than 24 hours after taking misoprostol.
  • No Bleeding. You have no bleeding at all within 24 hours of taking misoprostol. Call the clinic.

How soon after I take the abortion pill can I get pregnant again?

As soon as you pass your pregnancy after taking the abortion pill, it is possible that you can become pregnant again. If you do not wish to become pregnant, we recommend starting birth control as soon as it is confirmed that the abortion pill was successful and before you have intercourse again. We can discuss your options at your follow-up and recommend providers who can help you determine which type of birth control is best for you.

How much does the abortion pill cost, and where is the clinic?

The abortion pill is $380 with a credit or debit card, or $340 with cash. That one price covers the provider visit, ultrasound, both medications, and your follow-up. The cost is the same for out-of-state patients, and there is no deposit to book, so you pay at the appointment. The Center for Women is at 10215 W. Roosevelt Rd. #101, Westchester, IL 60154. Call (708) 450-4545 to schedule. For a full breakdown, see how much does the abortion pill cost in Illinois.