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The contraceptive ‘SAHELI’

  • blocks estrogen receptors in the uterus, preventing eggs from getting implanted.

  • increases the concentration of estrogen and prevents ovulation in females.

  • is a post-coital contraceptive.

  • is an IUD.

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blocks estrogen receptors in the uterus, preventing eggs from getting implanted.

Saheli is the world's first non-steroidal, oral pills. It can be only taken once a week. It contains centchroman and its functioning is based upon selective Estrogen Receptor modulation.

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