mifepristone

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Mifepristone, which prevents pregnancy progression, and misoprostol, which empties the uterus, are approved to terminate a pregnancy up to 70 days of gestation in the United States.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Mifepristone works by blocking a hormone called progesterone, which is necessary for a pregnancy to continue.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Mifepristone, in combination with misoprostol, was approved for medication abortion by the FDA in 2000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025

Mifepristone is the generic name of a pill that makes up half of the two-drug regimen used in medication abortions in the United States.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2024

Mifepristone is also a key part of miscarriage management.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2024