The abortion pill can be taken until the 11th week of pregnancy, but it is generally recommended to wait until the 6th week before considering the procedure. Before the 6th week, the risk of miscarriage is relatively high. However, after passing the 6th-week mark, the risk drops significantly to just 10%. At 6 weeks, sonographers can confidently confirm the presence of pregnancy through ultrasound.   Once the pregnancy is confirmed, a woman can proceed with the medical abortion. The process starts with taking a pill called mifepristone. This medication works by blocking the natural hormone progesterone, which is essential for sustaining pregnancy. As a result, the growing baby loses its supply of oxygen and nutrients, eventually detaching from the uterine lining.   The second pill, misoprostol, is taken next. It induces contractions that help expel the developing baby and the placenta from the uterus. Together, these two medications effectively terminate the pregnancy, making medical abortion a safe and accessible option for women seeking to end a pregnancy early on.