Question
Can you have an abortion if you’re on ARVs?
23 October 2018. Related: All topics, Pregnancy.
I’m positive and pregnant. I want to have an abortion, will be being on ARVs be an issue?
Answer
Thanks for getting in touch.
Yes you can have an abortion if you’re on ARVs. This isn’t an issue.
Hello Nontsikelelo and thank you for the question.
I am not sure what pills you are taking and what you mean when you say they do not work.
Depending on what ARVs you are on, emergency contraception pills might need adjustments.
A pharmacist can advise on the right dose for it.
The copper coil is also used for emergency contraception and it is more effective, and also it doesn’t interact with any ARVs.
Please consider having a discussion with a family planning nurse before deciding what the right action might be for you.
Here you can see some more information: https://i-base.info/qa/25525
I used the pills twice but it doesn’t work, I’m 18 weeks and I take ARVs, what makes not working