Plan C Abortion Pills
What Is Plan C (Medication Abortion)?
Considering Plan C abortion pills? Start with the care you deserve—begin with a free consultation and support.
If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy in San Fernando Valley, California, and exploring your
options for
abortion, you may have come across the term Plan C. Learn more about Plan C, your pregnancy, and your options by requesting a free and confidential appointment.
Our free pregnancy clinic offers
ultrasound services to confirm essential details so you can make an informed decision.
Same-day appointments may be available, and all services are completely confidential and provided at no cost to you.
Understanding Plan C
Plan C is an informal term used to describe a medication abortion, also known as the abortion pill. It’s referred to as “Plan C” in relation to other common reproductive options:
- Plan A – parenting
- Plan B – emergency contraception
- Plan C – abortion pills
Many people use the term when considering ordering abortion pills online, through telehealth, or by mail.
What Is the Abortion Pill?
The abortion pill is actually a two-medication process used to end an early pregnancy (FDA-approved up to 10 weeks).¹
- Mifepristone: the first medication, which blocks progesterone—an essential hormone that supports pregnancy. Without progesterone, the uterine lining breaks down.
- Misoprostol: taken 24–48 hours later, this medication causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
Although often described as simple, a medication abortion is a significant medical decision. It’s important to be fully informed about the process, possible side effects, risks, and what to expect afterward.
Why Should I Have an Ultrasound if I’m Considering Abortion?
If you’re thinking about taking the abortion pill or scheduling an abortion, getting a free and confidential limited obstetric ultrasound is an important first step. An ultrasound can confirm whether you have a viable pregnancy and determine how far along you are—details that directly affect which types of abortion procedures you may be eligible for.
While we do not provide abortion services or the abortion pill, we can confirm your pregnancy and explain how different abortion methods work based on gestational age so you can make an informed decision.
An ultrasound exam can help you:
- Determine if the pregnancy is viable. About 10–20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, and the actual number may be higher because many miscarriages occur very early.²
- Confirm the pregnancy is not ectopic. An ectopic pregnancy can be life-threatening and cannot be treated with abortion pills.³
- **Find out how far along you are,**⁴ which determines which abortion procedures you may qualify for.
- Because our services are free, we do not profit from your decision. This allows us to provide information and support without pressure or judgment. Let us help you get the answers you need to make a fully informed choice.
You Deserve Confidence in Your Decision
You have options, and we’re here to help you explore them. Confirm your pregnancy, learn how far along you are, get information about the abortion pill, and talk through what matters most to you in a safe, compassionate space. We’re here for you—no matter what you decide.
Be fully informed before you make your decision.
Request your free appointment today.
References
- Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/information-about-mifepristone-medical-termination-pregnancy-through-ten-weeks-gestation
- Miscarriage: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/symptoms-causes/syc-20354298#:~:text=About%2010%20to%2020%20percent,even%20know%20about%20a%20pregnancy
- Ectopic Pregnancy: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ectopic-pregnancy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20372093
- Pregnancy Dating – https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/medical-abortion/about/pac-20394687
