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Mifepristone is one of two drugs used in most medical abortions. A lawsuit in Louisiana could lead to it no longer being available via telehealth and mail.

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Mifepristone faces another major legal challenge.

For over 25 years, this medication has been used for first trimester abortion and miscarriage management in the United States. The medical community considers it safe and effective based on years of data and clinical experience.

Over the years, the Food and Drug Administration has adjusted its rules for access to medicines, and that is what is at issue in the latest court case.

The lawsuit was brought by the state of Louisiana and a Louisiana patient and challenges the FDA’s 2023 rule change that allowed mifepristone to be prescribed via telemedicine and sent by mail.

A federal judge is expected to rule soon.

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