An abortion-inducing drug (trade name RU_486) developed in France; when taken during the first five weeks of pregnancy it blocks the action of progesterone so that the uterus sloughs off the embryo. Synonyms: abortion pill, mifepristone.
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Words linked to "RU 486" : abortion pill, abortifacient, trademark, aborticide, abortion-inducing drug |
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