RU-486
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In a medication abortion, a patient takes a drug called mifepristone, also known as RU-486, followed by a second drug called misoprostol, to end a pregnancy rather than having a surgical procedure.
From Reuters ● Jun. 24, 2022
But an early version of the measure Governor Sandoval signed removed the religious exemption, and also mandated coverage of the drug mifepristone, known as RU-486, which can induce abortion when combined with another medication.
From New York Times ● Jun. 9, 2017
But the doctor does not mention any of the medicinal methods of termination, such as the RU-486 pill, which is ideal to use earlier in the gestation.
From Time ● Feb. 19, 2015
It is a chemical relative to RU-486, the abortion pill, and some mystery remains over how it works.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 18, 2010
They must meet with a staff member one full day before they receive a medical abortion or RU-486, known as the abortion pill.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 26, 2010
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