How to safely get abortion pills delivered

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Getting abortion pills delivered is a convenient and private way to get treatment from the comfort of home. At Hey Jane, you’ll be connected with a member of our clinical care team for a virtual consultation in 1 business day after filling out a short medical history form.

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If you’re eligible for abortion care, treatment with Hey Jane includes:

• Abortion medications (mifepristone and misoprostol)
• Comfort medications (anti-nausea and ibuprofen or Tylenol)
• Support from our clinical care team via text, phone, or video
• Access to our private peer-to-peer forum, The Lounge
• Medical follow-up care

How much do abortion pills cost

The average cost of abortion pill treatment in the US as of 2021 was $568, but can be less through virtual clinics like Hey Jane. The cost of abortion pills with Hey Jane is determined by an income-based sliding scale. Treatment can be as little as $0 if using insurance or Illinois Medicaid, or we can help you secure additional financial aid from one of our abortion fund partners.  

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Depending on the shipping option you select, your treatment will arrive in 1-5 business days in a discreet, unmarked package. Before, during, and after the process, we’ll be there if you need someone to talk to—no judgment, ever.

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We offer next-day shipping as an option and can also ship your medications to a PO Box, UPS or FedEx pick-up locations, dorm or campus mail center—all sent in a plain padded envelope without any Hey Jane branding to protect your privacy.

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If you live in a state with restrictions on abortion medication, you can still get care with Hey Jane by traveling to a state we serve. Read more on traveling for an abortion.

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What to consider when picking an abortion telemedicine provider

When considering a telemedicine abortion provider, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that they are a reputable, trustworthy source:

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1) Is the online provider vetted by trustworthy sites?

Plan C, Abortion Finder, and INeedAnA are all trustworthy online directories that vet every single abortion provider listed, including Hey Jane.

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2) Is the online provider a member of relevant abortion organizations?

Accredited abortion providers and clinics can be accepted members of organizations like the  National Abortion Federation (NAF) and Abortion Care Network. Hey Jane is proud to be a member of both of these trusted organizations.

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3) Is the online provider LegitScript certified?

US-based providers can go through LegitScript’s rigorous certification process to confirm that they operate safely. Hey Jane is certified with LegitScript, and you can find the LegitScript badge at the bottom of our website.

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You may also want to consider if the online abortion provider:

1. Has reviews
2. Accepts insurance
3. Works with abortion funds

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What are abortion pills?

Medication abortion is an incredibly safe, effective, and common way to end an early pregnancy at home. The standard medication abortion regimen, which the FDA has approved for use through 10 weeks of pregnancy since 2000, involves taking two different medicines with two different purposes: mifepristone and misoprostol.

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‍Mifepristone, step 1 in the FDA-approved protocol, blocks the hormone progesterone to stop the pregnancy from growing.

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Misoprostol, step 2 in the FDA-approved protocol, causes the uterus to contract and leads to cramping and bleeding, similar to an early miscarriage.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) also shares a protocol that uses misoprostol only, but most virtual clinics (Hey Jane included) will prescribe both medications—which are up to 98% effective when taken together.

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Studies have found that abortion pills are not only incredibly safe, but that having a medication abortion through a virtual clinic like Hey Jane is just as safe and effective as getting care through an in-person clinic.

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Do I need a prescription for misoprostol?

Yes, in the US a prescription from a licensed health care provider like Hey Jane is required to get misoprostol (one of the two types of pills used in a medication abortion). When you get abortion care from Hey Jane, we'll ship your misoprostol prescription in a discreet, unmarked package to protect your privacy. The kit also includes mifepristone, anti-nausea medication, pain mediation, and an in-depth treatment guide with step-by-step illustrations.

Is it the abortion pill legal in all states?

While the FDA has approved the use of abortion pills (mifepristone and misoprostol) for medication abortion treatment, some states have imposed restrictions that limit access, such as restricting abortion in almost all cases or banning telemedicine abortion services. In certain states, these restrictions can make obtaining the abortion pill extremely challenging. Despite these barriers, organizations like Hey Jane are committed to providing safe and legal care in states where access is protected. We offer abortion pill treatment in 20 states and Washington D.C. where abortion pills and telemedicine abortion care are legal.

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Is it legal to get abortion pills mailed?

Yes, though each US state has different rules and levels of access. After the FDA temporarily eased restrictions on mifepristone due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth prescription and mail delivery of abortion pills was permanently allowed in 2021. This decision reflects the science, which has found that telemedicine medication abortion has similar efficacy with no increased risk of significant adverse events when compared with in-person medication abortion care.

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However, a number of states currently restrict abortion medication access through medically unnecessary processes, such as requiring providers to be present when administering abortion pills. Other states have banned abortion entirely. The legal landscape is constantly shifting since Roe v. Wade was overturned in June 2022.

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The legal right to access abortion pills by mail remains in many states, including all of the states where Hey Jane currently provides services in.

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If you are not currently in one of the states Hey Jane serves, you can still access care by traveling to another state. While you must be physically present in a state Hey Jane serves to complete your consultation, receive the pills, and complete treatment, you do not need to be a resident of that state to receive care. A medication abortion can take a few days, so we recommend staying put for the first 48 hours to ensure you are somewhere comfortable and safe, have easy access to a bathroom, and can easily contact our clinical team if any questions come up.

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What do abortion pills by mail mean for access?

The availability of abortion pills by mail makes abortion care more accessible for many of the people who need it. Patients don't need to live near a clinic, wait weeks to schedule an appointment, worry about transportation costs, take time off from work or school, or find child care.

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What’s more, telemedicine abortion can also be more affordable. Care with Hey Jane, for example, costs less than the average price of in-clinic abortion care. We also accept insurance and partner with abortion funds to provide financial assistance to those who need it. Many people also prefer the convenience and privacy of having an abortion at home with pills that were delivered by mail.