Experimental methods of contraception

• Published in: Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology Vol. 3; no. 4; p. 491
• Main Author: Grubb, G S
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England 01.08.1991
• Subjects: Contraception, Immunologic; Contraceptive Agents; Female; Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone - antagonists & inhibitors; Humans; Male; Mifepristone; Pregnancy; Sterilization, Reproductive; Testosterone

While most new contraceptives currently in development incorporate existing contraceptive agents into new delivery systems, several types of contraceptives with novel mechanisms of action are making steady progress. The antiprogestin mifepristone (better known as RU 486) is being tested as an ovulat...