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Which of the following drug is progesterone antagonist and acts as an abortion drug ?

A

Saheli

B

Mifepristone

C

Mala-N

D

Depo-provera

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To solve the question "Which of the following drug is a progesterone antagonist and acts as an abortion drug?", we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Question**: We need to identify a drug that acts as a progesterone antagonist and is used for abortion. 2. **Identify the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Saheli - B) Mifepristone - C) Malayan - D) Depo-Provera 3. **Define Progesterone Antagonist**: A progesterone antagonist is a drug that blocks the action of progesterone, which is a hormone that supports pregnancy. By blocking this hormone, the drug can induce abortion. 4. **Evaluate Each Option**: - **Saheli**: This is a contraceptive pill and does not act as a progesterone antagonist. - **Mifepristone**: This drug is known to be a progesterone antagonist and is commonly used for medical abortion. It is also referred to as RU486. - **Malayan**: This option does not refer to a known drug related to abortion or progesterone antagonism. - **Depo-Provera**: This is a contraceptive injection that contains progestin, which mimics progesterone, and does not act as an antagonist. 5. **Select the Correct Answer**: Based on the evaluation, the correct answer is **B) Mifepristone**. ### Final Answer: The drug that is a progesterone antagonist and acts as an abortion drug is **Mifepristone**. ---
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