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Mifepristone: Why Do Women Use It? Why Is The US Government Banning It?
The most commonly used abortion method in the US faces extinction, at least temporarily, after a Texas judge struck down the US Food and Drug Administration's decades-old approval of mifepristone.
Read more here.
What Is Mifepristone? Why Do Women Use It?
Mifepristone, also known as RU-486, is a medication used to terminate a pregnancy. It is taken orally, usually in three doses. Mifepristone works by blocking the hormone progesterone, which is necessary for pregnancy to continue. When taken correctly, it is a highly effective way to end a pregnancy in the early stages [1].
What Are The Uses Of Mifepristone?
In addition to terminating an early pregnancy, mifepristone has other uses. It can be used to treat certain types of tumours, such as those that affect the uterus, and it can also be used to treat some types of ectopic pregnancies [2].
What Are The Side Effects Of Mifepristone?
Mifepristone is generally considered safe, although there are some potential side effects.
These side effects of mifepristone include nausea, vomiting, cramping, and spotting or bleeding. In rare cases, serious complications may occur, such as infection or heavy bleeding. For this reason, it is important to get regular checkups after taking mifepristone and to follow up with a doctor if any symptoms become concerning [3].
Why Is The US Government Banning Mifepristone?
The availability of the most commonly used method of abortion in the United States has been thrown into question following conflicting court rulings about the legality of mifepristone, which has been widely available for more than two decades [4].
In a closely followed case brought by anti-abortion activists, a federal judge in Texas on Friday suspended US approval of the abortion medication mifepristone.
Shortly thereafter, a separate federal court in Washington state issued a conflicting ruling ordering the Food and Drug Administration to refrain from taking any action that might affect the pill's availability. US news agencies report that the two rulings raise questions about the drug's future.
Is Mifepristone Available In India?
Yes. It is possible to purchase mifepristone from chemist outlets, but you must have a prescription in order to purchase it (as a Schedule H drug, Drug and Cosmetics Rules, 1945) [5].
Moreover, the Drug Controller of India registration for mifepristone requires that the product packaging specify that it should be used under the guidance of a physician.
On A Final Note...
Globally, mifepristone has been found to be safe and effective and is used by women across the globe. The Biden administration in the US has responded to the lawsuit by asserting that the FDA's approval of the drug is well supported by science and that any challenge to that approval is far too late.
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