Mifepristone

Medically induced abortion, High Blood Sugar, Cushing Syndrome + 1 more

Treatment

6 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Mifepristone

What is Mifepristone

Mifepristone

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Mifepristone is a medication used to treat high levels of the hormone cortisol in people with Cushing Syndrome, and is also used to induce abortion. It works by blocking the effects of progesterone and cortisol, which can cause bleeding during the luteal phase and in early pregnancy. Mifepristone is available in two forms: Mifeprex (200mg) and Korlym (300mg). It is also being studied as a treatment for psychotic depression.

Korlym

is the brand name

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Mifepristone Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Korlym

Mifepristone

2012

3

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Mifepristone, also called Korlym, is approved by the FDA for 6 uses including Hyperglycemia and Cushing's syndrome, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypercorticolism .

Hyperglycemia

Helps manage Hyperglycemia

Cushing's syndrome, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypercorticolism

Helps manage Cushing's syndrome, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypercorticolism

Medically induced abortion

Used to treat Medically induced abortion in combination with Misoprostol

High Blood Sugar

Helps manage Hyperglycemia

Therapeutic procedure

Used to treat Pregnancy termination therapy in combination with Misoprostol

Cushing Syndrome

Helps manage Cushing's syndrome, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypercorticolism

Effectiveness

How Mifepristone Affects Patients

Mifepristone is a synthetic steroid drug used to end pregnancies up to 49 days. It works by blocking the effects of progesterone, which helps the uterus to contract, and by blocking the activity of glucocorticoid and weakly blocking androgen activity. Doses of 10-25 mg/kg in rats, or 4.5 mg/kg in humans, can cause a rise in adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and cortisol levels.

How Mifepristone works in the body

Mifepristone works by preventing progesterone from binding to its receptor sites. This stops the body from using progesterone, which can lead to the termination of pregnancy. In the treatment of Cushing's syndrome, mifepristone blocks cortisol from binding to its receptor, but does not reduce cortisol production. Instead, it reduces the effects of excess cortisol, such as high blood sugar levels.

When to interrupt dosage

The amount of Mifepristone is contingent upon the diagnosed disorder, such as Cushing Syndrome, High Blood Sugar and Medically induced abortion. The required dosage is stipulated in the table below, based on the method of administration (e.g. Oral or Tablet).

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Medically induced abortion

, 300.0 mg, 200.0 mg

, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Buccal; Oral, Buccal; Oral

High Blood Sugar

, 300.0 mg, 200.0 mg

, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Buccal; Oral, Buccal; Oral

Therapeutic procedure

, 300.0 mg, 200.0 mg

, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Buccal; Oral, Buccal; Oral

Cushing Syndrome

, 300.0 mg, 200.0 mg

, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Buccal; Oral, Buccal; Oral

Warnings

Mifepristone has five contraindications and should not be consumed for the conditions cited in the table below.

Mifepristone Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Endometrial Hyperplasia

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

unexplained vaginal bleeding

Do Not Combine

Endometrial Hyperplasia

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Mifepristone.

Common Mifepristone Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The serum concentration of Abemaciclib can be decreased when it is combined with Mifepristone.

Acalabrutinib

Major

The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be increased when combined with Mifepristone.

Alectinib

Major

The metabolism of Alectinib can be increased when combined with Mifepristone.

Alpelisib

Major

The metabolism of Alpelisib can be increased when combined with Mifepristone.

Aminophylline

Major

The metabolism of Aminophylline can be increased when combined with Mifepristone.

Mifepristone Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Most women who take mifepristone report side effects, and many will experience more than one. The most common side effects from taking misoprostol on day three are heavier bleeding than a normal period, abdominal pain, cramps in the uterus, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Mifepristone Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Mifepristone?

33 active studies are examining the potential of Mifepristone in providing Therapeutic interventions, relieving Cushing Syndrome symptoms and inducing Medically-induced abortions.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Medically induced abortion

0 Actively Recruiting

High Blood Sugar

22 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4

Therapeutic procedure

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4

Cushing Syndrome

0 Actively Recruiting

Mifepristone Reviews: What are patients saying about Mifepristone?

5

Patient Review

8/30/2021

Mifepristone for Abortion

The process was easy and painless. I took the four tablets as instructed, and within a few minutes I started to feel relief from my abdominal pains. The pain medication given by the nurse afterwards helped even more, and I'm feeling much better now.

5

Patient Review

9/21/2012

Mifepristone for Abortion

I felt very safe taking this medication.

4.7

Patient Review

3/1/2016

Mifepristone for Abortion

Yesterday I took the first step of the treatment, which is the "mifepristone" pill along with the antibiotic. Overall it was a good experience except for some sensitivity in my eyes and feeling agitated and anxious. Those effects faded by bedtime though. This morning I feel fine and in a few hours I'll be taking the second step. Good luck to everyone else going through this!

4.7

Patient Review

8/5/2016

Mifepristone for Abortion

I would recommend Mifepristone or RU486 to any woman who wants to terminate her pregnancy up to 9 weeks. I took this from abortionpill24.com and was very pleased with the results. It is definitely a very effective method with heavy bleeding being the only side effect, which is to be expected.

4.7

Patient Review

4/20/2016

Mifepristone for Abortion

Yesterday was my first day taking this medication, and I only experienced mild side effects. I felt a bit sluggish, and there were very light cramps. Overall, it wasn't bad at all.

4.7

Patient Review

7/13/2016

Mifepristone for Abortion

I was pregnant as a teenager and didn't want to go to the chemist for RU486 Mifepristone Kit. So, I ordered it online instead. Although there are some risks associated with this abortion pill, I found it to be safe and helpful in my case.

4

Patient Review

5/23/2022

Mifepristone for Abortion

I experienced some nausea with the first pill, but nothing too severe. The second pill gave me cramps, which were mostly manageable except for my lower back and stomach. Ibuprofen and a heating pad did the trick. I'm just glad it's over!

2

Patient Review

6/5/2022

Mifepristone for Abortion

I took the pill today to see if it would help with my cramps and bleeding. I'm curious to know how long it will take before the medication kicks in, as well as what sorts of foods I should avoid while taking it.
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Patient Q&A Section about mifepristone

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How long does it take for mifepristone take to work?

"The first day of taking mifepristone, some vaginal bleeding may occur. It is similar to a menstrual period. The bleeding usually starts 1 to 2 days after taking mifepristone, but some women may start bleeding earlier."

Answered by AI

What class of drug is mifepristone?

"Mifepristone is a drug thatblocks the effects of progesterone, a hormone that is needed for pregnancy to continue. It also blocks the effects of another hormone, cortisol, which is involved in the stress response."

Answered by AI

How does mifepristone stop pregnancy?

"Mifepristone (which used to be called RU486) is a pill that you swallow. It causes abortions by preventing the hormone progesterone from being able to support a pregnancy. Misoprostol is another pill that you swallow. It makes the cervix soft and the uterus contract so that the pregnancy is expelled."

Answered by AI

What happens after taking mifepristone only?

"First, you take a pill called mifepristone. This medicine stops the pregnancy from progressing. Some people feel nauseous or start bleeding after taking mifepristone, but this is not common. Your doctor or nurse may also give you antibiotics to take to prevent infection."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Mifepristone

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Black Impact for Heart Health

18+
Male
Birmingham, AL

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the Black Impact program-a church-based cardiovascular health (CVH) intervention-in Black men aged 35-70 who are at risk for heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and related conditions. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Does participation in the Black Impact program improve cardiovascular health metrics (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar) and health behaviors among Black men at The Worship Center Christian Church (TWC)? * What factors influence the adoption, delivery, and sustainability of the Black Impact program in a faith-based setting? Researchers will compare an immediate-start intervention group and a delayed-start (waitlist control) group to assess both short-term health outcomes and program implementation factors. Participants will: * Attend a 90-minute weekly session for 24 weeks, including 45 minutes of physical activity led by a certified trainer and 45 minutes of health education delivered by trained coaches. * Receive one-on-one support from a community health worker to reduce barriers to care and engage with primary care. * Complete biometric health screenings and surveys at baseline, 12 weeks, and 24 weeks to assess clinical and behavioral outcomes. * Use a smartwatch, blood pressure cuff, and other tools to track progress in real time. * Participate in exit focus groups or interviews to share feedback about the intervention. * A subset of TWC leaders and interventionists (N=15) will also be interviewed to assess implementation, resource needs, and sustainability. This study uses the RE-AIM framework to assess Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance, and aims to inform scalable strategies for improving CVH among Black men in trusted community settings.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The Worship Center Cristian Church

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Circadian Rhythm Optimization for High Blood Sugar

50 - 80
All Sexes
La Jolla, CA

In this single arm intervention trial, the investigators will assess the impact of a personalized lifestyle plan, centered on supporting biological rhythms, on blood sugar levels, physical, cognitive and immune function in older adults with a habitual eating window of 12 hours or more, and elevated blood glucose levels. All participants will be provided with a personalized circadian rhythm optimization plan (CRO) centered on improving (1) diet, (2) exercise (3) sleep habits based on their body's natural rhythms. The study includes a 2-week screening/baseline assessments, with follow-up health assessments at 2-months.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

University of California San Diego

Satchidananda Panda, PhD

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Electronic Prompts for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
New Brunswick, NJ

The goal of this clinical trial is to improve the processes of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) care coordination and treatment in the emergency department (ED) by utilizing clinical decision support mechanisms in the electronic health record (EHR). The main question is whether electronic prompts triggered by hyperglycemia and elevated A1c results in providers providing earlier treatments and faster time to subsequent primary care appointment and greater reduction in hemoglobin A1c (HA1c). ED clinicians will receive alerts called Our Practice Advisories (OPA's) through the EPIC EHR. The 1st OPA triggers when a random point-of-care (POC) glucose is ≥250 mg/dL, prompting a suggested additional HA1c order. A 2nd OPA triggers if the resulting HA1c is ≥10%, prompting consideration of further care coordination in the Observation Unit. Investigators will compare the outcomes post-intervention compared to pre-intervention.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Rutgers, Robert Wood Johnson Hospital

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Tranexamic Acid for Bleeding

18+
Female
San Diego, CA

Although procedural abortion in the second trimester is extremely safe, hemorrhage is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. Tranexamic acid (TXA) is used commonly in obstetrics to prevent or manage intrapartum or postpartum hemorrhage and has been associated with decreased mortality and decreased blood loss at the time of birth. Some guidelines are recommending the use of TXA for both the prevention and management of bleeding for abortion care. However, there are currently no published studies assessing the association between TXA and bleeding outcomes for abortion procedures. This study will involve a randomized, placebo-controlled trial of pregnant patients aged 18 and older desiring dilation and evacuation (D\&E) for abortion or fetal demise at 18-24 weeks gestation. The primary aim is to determine whether prophylactic TXA has an effect on the need for additional interventions to control bleeding at the time of D\&E. The secondary aim is to determine whether prophylactic TXA has an effect on the mean quantitative procedural blood loss.

Phase 4
Recruiting

University of California San Diego (+1 Sites)

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetic Ketoacidosis

18+
All Sexes
Saint Paul, MN

Using a prospective, mixed methods study design, the investigators will assess the feasibility, usefulness, and care team acceptability of CGM in conjunction with FSBG during implementation of the new subQ DKA/HHS protocol at Regions Hospital. This will include evaluating how many patients agree to have a CGM device placed, time to place the CGM devices, CGM impact on length of stay, level of care required, frequency of alerts to changing glucose levels events, and assessing the match between CGM and FSBG readings done in the inpatient setting. Results will help inform cost effective, safe, patient-centered strategies, while gauging care team satisfaction to optimize DKA and HHS management in the future.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Regions Hospital

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Smartphone App for Type 2 Diabetes

16 - 24
All Sexes
Pittsburgh, PA

This is a clinical trial that includes a run-in period, a 90 day micro-randomized trial, and a 90-day observational period. The goal of this study is to evaluate whether providing paired real time glycemic and health behavior data in a smartphone app leads to better glycemic control among adolescents and young adults with T2D. Glycemic control will be monitored using Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), and health behavior data will be collected via a Fitbit activity tracker and a research app (Healthmine). Participants will be prompted to view and reflect on glycemic trends and health behavior data (Fitbit data, logging of diet and medication adherence) during the 90-day micro-randomized trial period, then observed for ongoing use of the Healthmine app and engagement with CGM in the following 90-day observation period.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Mary Ellen Vajravelu, MD

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Mango for Prediabetes

40 - 60
All Sexes
Loma Linda, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effect of 12 weeks of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango on glucose control, insulin resistance, lipids, inflammation, oxidation and body composition in individuals with prediabetes. The main questions it aims to answer are: * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on indicators of glycemic control including fasting glucose and HgbA1c? * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on fasting blood insulin and insulin resistance (HOMA-IR)? * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on lipids including LDL-cholesterol, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and triglycerides? * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on oxidative stress including oxidized LDL-cholesterol and 8-iso-PGF2-alpha? * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on markers of inflammation including c-reactive protein, e-selectin, ICAM, VCAM, TNF-alpha and IL-beta? * What is the effect of 1.5 cups per day of fresh mango over 12 weeks on percent body fat, fat mass, and lean mass? Participants will be asked to: * Consume 1.5 cups of mango per day for 12 weeks, take a 4 to 8 week break, and then avoid consuming mangos for 12 weeks * Attend a prerandomization clinic prior to study * Attend three (3) clinics where blood will be drawn during weeks 0, and 12 of the first phase and last week of the second phase of the study * Attend eight (8) clinics where anthropometric measurements (height, weight, body composition) will be conducted and interaction with study clinicians will occur during weeks 0, 4, 8, 12 of each phase of the study * Complete questionnaires and surveys in person and remotely, including six (6) 24-hour dietary recalls. Researchers will compare the 12 weeks participants consume mango to the 12 weeks the participants are not consuming mango to see if there are differences in glycemic indicators, insulin resistance, lipids, inflammation, oxidation and body composition between the two time periods.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Nutrition Research Center, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University

Celine Heskey, DrPH

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Time-Restricted Eating for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
Toronto, Canada

This study will evaluate the effectiveness of time-restricted eating (TRE), which is a form of intermittent fasting. When performing TRE, individuals consume all of their calories within a specific time window and then only consume water or other no calorie drinks the rest of the day. TRE is performed each day. There is no restriction on the quality or amount of food that people can consume during their eating window (ad libitum eating) with TRE, which can last anywhere from 4 to 12 hours. We are comparing three different 9-hour eating windows to determine whether the start and stop time of the eating window impact blood sugar control in individuals with obesity who also have or are at risk for type 2 diabetes. We also aim to determine if there are differences in the effects of the timing of eating window between males and females.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Remote Ontario-wide

Amy A. Kirkham, PhD

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