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.
Mifepristone, when combined with misoprostol, can be used in an induced abortion procedure. Mifepristone is commonly used to end pregnancies that are less than 49 days from conception, states MayoClinic.com. This drug induces abortions by inhibiting the production of hormones necessary for the survival of the fetus.