Question
Biology Question on human reproduction
Saheli, is an oral contraceptive pill that has very high contraceptive value with little side effects. It is because
A
it is taken once in a week
B
it contains synthetic progesterone
C
it contains centchroman
D
it decreases risk of cancer
Answer
it contains centchroman
Explanation
Solution
Saheli, developed at Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow. It is a new oral contraceptive pill for female. It contains a non-steroidal preparation called centchroman, which is taken once in a week after an initial intake of twice a week dose for three months.