CVS and Walgreens are set to begin selling abortion drugs following the FDA's rollback of safety restrictions for mifepristone. The move comes ahead of a Supreme Court battle challenging the FDA's decision. The drugs will be dispensed with a prescription in select locations.
Key Points
Supreme Court battle looming over FDA's rollback of safety restrictions
CVS and Walgreens to begin dispensing abortion pills with prescription
Mifepristone blocks progesterone to end pregnancy, followed by misoprostol to expel the fetus
Pros
Increased access to abortion drugs for individuals in need
Convenience for patients who may prefer obtaining medication from a pharmacy
Cons
Controversial nature of abortion drugs may lead to backlash and protests
Concerns about the potential risks and complications associated with self-administered abortions