A new study shows a possible new abortion drug to replace mifepristone. But will these results increase abortion access—or ...

The goal of this study was to determine if ulipristal acetate and misoprostol could provide a safe and effective alternative ...

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Mifepristone is under attack by abortion opponents, with several states seeking in federal court to restrict its use.

The research could further complicate the polarized politics of abortion because the drug in the study is the key ingredient ...

Abortion pills are a combination of two medications- mifepristone and misoprostol, which are consumed in two separate doses.

New research suggests that a pill used for emergency contraception may help women have an abortion. Here, MDs weigh in on how ...

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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Dr. Jennifer Avegno, director of the New Orleans Health Department, about a new map created to help patients find the restricted reproductive health drug misoprostol.

After informed consent and consultation between the midwife and attending obstetrician, the plan to administer 25 mcg of misoprostol (Cytotec) per vagina, every 4 hours, for up to 6 doses ...

As with other drugs, misoprostol can cause side effects, such as vaginal cramps, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. If you are unable to tolerate side effects from misoprostol, talk with your doctor or ...

A new study suggests that a pill used for emergency contraception could be repurposed at a higher dose as an abortion drug, ...