Biochemistry is the study of the chemical substances and vital processes occurring in living organisms. Biochemists focus heavily on the role, function, and structure of biomolecules. The study of the chemistry behind biological processes and the synthesis of biologically active molecules are examples of biochemistry.
Mifepristone (or RU-486) is a synthetic, steroidal antiprogestogen and antiglucocorticoid pharmaceutical drug.ifepristone is sold in the United States by Danco Laboratories as Mifeprex and is U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved to terminate intrauterine pregnancies of up to 49 days gestation.
In the United States, the most common kind of medication abortion involves the drugs mifepristone (also known as Mifeprex, RU-486, or the âabortion pillâ) and misoprostol. The mifepristone is taken orally at the doctorâs office or clinic, and the misoprostol is used later, usually at home.