NEETBiologyReproductive HealthMCQ+4 / −1
The contraceptive ‘Saheli’
- Ablocks estrogen receptors in the uterus, preventing eggs from getting implanted
- Bincreases the concentration of estrogen and prevents ovulation in females
- Cis an IUD
- Dis a post-coital contraceptive
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Correct answer: A
Saheli is a mini pill that contains a nonsteroidal preparation called centchroman which is taken once in a week after an initial intake of twice a week dose for 3 months. It blocks estrogen receptors in the uterus hence alters uterine lining and prevents fertilised egg from being implanted.
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