Question: 149: Which of the following is not an Intra Uterine Device?
(1) Progestogens
(2) Multiload 375
(3) Lippes loop
(4) Progestasert
Answer: Option (1)
Explanation:
Intra Uterine Devices are contraceptive methods that are inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.
Multiload 375 and Lippes loop are non-medicated and copper-releasing intra uterine devices that prevent fertilisation by increasing phagocytosis of sperms and inhibiting sperm motility.
Progestasert is a hormone-releasing intra uterine device that releases the hormone progesterone,
which makes the uterus unsuitable for implantation and thickens cervical mucus.
Progestogens are hormonal drugs used in oral contraceptive pills or injectable methods and are not intra uterine devices.
Therefore, Progestogens is not an intra uterine device.