Why do birth control pills contain progesterone?

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Mandira P.
Jul 30, 2016

Progesteron contains birth control pills to prevent ovulation.

Explanation:

Birth control pills must prevent unwanted conception and pregnancy. Progesteron provides negative feedback to anterior pituitary and prevents secretion of FSH, as well as LH. This prevents ovulation and thus unwanted pregnancy.

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