Is Abortion Painful?

Most people are able to continue with everyday activities following the first pill, called Mifepristone.

Following the second pill (Misoprostol), you may experience lower abdominal pain or cramping, along with vaginal bleeding. For most people, the pain is manageable, but in some cases, it can be more intense and may require strong pain relief, like codeine.

The pain can be intense when the pregnancy is passing, this is normal and usually happens within 2 to 4 hours, but it can happen sooner or later too. The pain can also be in your back, thighs and tops of your legs.