Will abortion pills work if I am overweight or underweight?

Will abortion pills work if I am overweight or underweight?

Yes. The medicines and dose recommended to end a pregnancy is the same for all women, regardless of their weight or BMI. The medicines work the same in bodies of all weights and BMIs, and no dose adjustment is necessary.

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