We offer the Abortion Pill (also known as RU486 or Mifeprex), approved by the FDA in October of 2000, or the injection of Methotrexate as a choice for non-surgical termination of pregnancy. You will be provided with information on both medications.
RU486 and Methotrexate work the same way, their job is to block a hormone needed for the pregnancy to continue. Therefore, it will end the pregnancy, however, a second medication called misoprostol will be needed for the completion of the procedure.
Freedom to Choose
At the time of the visit and after an individualized counseling session, you will have the freedom to choose between RU486 and Methotrexate as your choice for the medical abortion.
Up to 7 Weeks
The use of these medications in terminations up to 7 weeks of pregnancy is safe but a lengthy procedure that requires a commitment to at least two office visits to ensure that the pregnancy has been completely terminated and the desire to actively participate in the abortion process.
In order to qualify for a non-surgical procedure, you have to be no more than 7 weeks pregnant and absolutely certain in your decision to proceed with the termination. Once the medication has been started, the abortion must be completed.
Please call to speak with the Brooklyn GYN Place staff or to make an appointment: (718) 624-0604