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.
Health Canada approves RU-486 for use in Canada. Health Canada has announced that Canadians will have access to the medical abortion drug Mifepristone (sometimes known as RU-486), beginning in 2016. Called Mifegymiso in Canada, this combination of Mifepristone and Misoprostol will be used for medical abortions.