Question

On which day of the menstrual cycle it is highly recommended to start steroidal contraceptive pills?

• A. $5^{\mathrm{th}}$ day
• B. $7^{\mathrm{th}}$ day
• C. $1^{\mathrm{st}}$ day
• D. $2^{\mathrm{nd}}$ day

Answer 1

The correct option is C $1^{\mathrm{st}}$ day

Normally ovulation starts at the ${14}^{\mathrm{th}}$day of the menstrual cycle (in the case of 28 days cycle). So to avoid the chance of getting pregnant a woman should start contraceptive pills on the $1^{\mathrm{st}}$day of the new menstrual cycle as it increases the efficiency of contraception. Steroidal pill hampers the ovulation process by increasing the levels of hormones (progesterone and estrogen).