Misoprostol is taken at home 1 to 2 days later (4 tablets of 200 micrograms for the first dose). Bleeding and cramping are expected to start within 3 hours. In the vast majority of cases this treatment is successful. If expulsion has not occurred within 24 hours, a second dose (4 tablets of 200 micrograms) should be taken. Women can choose come back in consultation to take the misoprostol rather than taking it home.