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State the composition and principle of oral pills as a contraceptive measure taking the example of Saheli.

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The composition of oral pills comprises: Either progestogens alone or progestogen – estrogen combination Saheli is a Non-steroidal preparation. It inhibits ovulation and implantation. It also alters the quality of cervical mucus to prevent/ retard the entry of sperms.
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  • Oral contraceptive pills contain

    A
    FSH and LH hormones
    B
    Progesterone and estrogen combination
    C
    Prolactin
    D
    Mifepristrone

  • Oral contraceptive pills act-

    A
    (1) By preventing sperm motility
    B
    (2) By preventing ovulation
    C
    (3) By inhibiting motility of cilia of fallopian tube
    D
    (4) All of the above

  • Oral contraceptive pills have

    A
    Progestogens alone
    B
    Estrogen alone
    C
    Progestogen-estrogen combination
    D
    Either A or C

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