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Which of the following contraceptives could be effective in avoiding pregnancy if used within 72 hours after casual unprotected intercourse?
Which of the following contraceptives could be effective in avoiding pregnancy if used within 72 hours after casual unprotected intercourse?
Updated On: Apr 9, 2025
- Androgen - FSH combination
- Testosterone - Relaxin combination
- Relaxin - Oxytocin combination
- Progestogen - Estrogen combination
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The Correct Option is D
Approach Solution - 1
Emergency Contraception Mechanism: Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) typically contain: - High-dose progestogen (levonorgestrel) alone OR - Combined progestogen-estrogen (Yuzpe method)
These work by: 1. Delaying or inhibiting ovulation 2. Preventing fertilization 3. Possibly interfering with implantation
Thus, the correct answer is (D) Progestogen-Estrogen combination, representing the hormonal composition of emergency contraceptive pills.
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Emergency contraceptive pills (morning-after pills) contain high doses of these hormones.
They work by:
- Delaying ovulation
- Altering the endometrium to prevent implantation.
- Must be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
The correct option is (D) Progestogen-Estrogen combination.
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