mifepristone

IPA: mˈaɪfprɪstoʊn

(pharmacology) A steroid medication that inhibits the action of progesterone, typically given orally in combination with misoprostol in early pregnancy to induce abortion.

Examples of "mifepristone" in Sentences

Mifepristone is a medication used in combination with misoprostol to terminate early pregnancies
The effectiveness of mifepristone in inducing abortion has made it a widely used medication worldwide
Mifepristone works by blocking the hormone progesterone, which is essential for maintaining a pregnancy
Some countries have restrictions on the availability of mifepristone, leading to challenges in accessing safe abortion services
Research continues to explore new ways to improve the use and accessibility of mifepristone for reproductive healthcare