Question

A woman has certain queries as listed below, before starting with contraceptive pills. Answer them.

What schedule should be followed for taking these pills?

Mention the schedule to be followed by contraceptive pills taken by human females for effective outcome.

Answer 1

These pills must be taken every day for 21 days, usually during the first five days of the menstrual cycle. It must be performed in the same pattern until the female wants to avoid pregnancy after a 7-day break during which menstruation has taken place. ‘Once a week pill’ is the latest oral contraceptive pill called Saheli.