Mifepristone is a drug used for medical abortion. It is also used to terminate early pregnancies that have not yet been implanted in the uterus. Mifepristone induces medical abortion by blocking progesterone receptors in order to halt the effects of progesterone on the uterus.

Mifepristone belongs to a group of medicines called anti-progesterones.

Mifepristone belongs to a group of medicines called antiprogesterone.

Mifepristone is used for medical abortion, to induce labour, and for the treatment of breast cancer.

The active ingredient in the medicine is mifepristone.

Mifepristone is a synthetic steroid that belongs to the class of drugs called antiprogestogens. It is used in combination with misoprostol for medical abortion. Mifepristone is also used for the treatment of certain types of cancer.

Generics are less expensive

Generic drugs cost less than brand-name drugs for several reasons. The biggest reason is that generic manufacturers don’t have to invest large sums of money or spend as much on research and development, marketing, and legal fees.

The patent monopoly that protects the rights of a brand-name drug expires after 20 years or so. Once this happens, other companies may make their own versions—that’s when you’ll see generics in your local pharmacy.

Caution is advised when the drug is administered to patients with disorders of the liver and kidney function, with anaemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, adnexal mass, acute inflammation of the pelvic organs and endometriosis.

If you experience severe vomiting or diarrhoea after taking mifepristone, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.