Ru 486 (Noun)
Meaning
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.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The use of RU 486 has been a topic of controversy in many countries due to its association with abortion.
- RU 486 was first approved for use in France in 1988 and has since been approved in several other countries.
- The drug RU 486 works by blocking the action of progesterone, causing the uterus to expel the embryo.
- Women who take RU 486 during the first five weeks of pregnancy typically experience a miscarriage-like effect.
- The availability of RU 486 has expanded access to abortion in countries where it is approved for use.