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Can I get abortion pills from a pharmacy?
It will take time for mifepristone to become available in pharmacies. And you will still need a prescription to get it. But not all pharmacies will offer the medication. Some cannot because of state abortion laws, and others may choose not to do so.
Key Information regarding Abortion Pills in South Africa:
- Medical Abortion Services: Available for pregnancies up to 20 weeks.
- Where to get medication: You can receive a prescription from a doctor online and pick up medication (such as Misoprostol) at a pharmacy.
- Clinic Options: You can visit a Trust Abortion Pills clinic for medical or surgical abortions.
- What Clicks Sells: Clicks pharmacies sell the “morning-after pill” (emergency contraception), which prevents pregnancy within 72-120 hours of unprotected sex, but this is not an abortion pill.
Abortion pills (mifepristone and misoprostol) for terminating a pregnancy are generally not sold directly over the counter at Clicks without a prescription. They require a medical consultation. However, you can use telemedicine services (like Nico Women Clinic or Trust Abortion Pills) to obtain a prescription and collect the medication at a pharmacy, or visit a clinic.
Important Notes:
- Not OTC: Abortion pills cannot be bought off the shelf.
- Clinics: Some Clicks clinics may offer counseling or referral services; check with your local branch, noting that bookings are needed.
- Safety: Always consult a healthcare professional for a medical abortion to ensure it is done safely.
