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oral contraceptive

American  

noun

Pharmacology.
  1. birth-control pill.


Etymology

Origin of oral contraceptive

First recorded in 1955–60

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Specifically for men, there are no oral contraceptive pills available.

From Science Daily May 23, 2024

For the first time in U.S. history, an oral contraceptive pill will be available to purchase over-the-counter, without a prescription.

From Salon Mar. 4, 2024

The prescription-only oral contraceptive was distributed nationwide by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, the U.S. subsidiary of the medicine’s Indian-based manufacturer Lupin Limited.

From Washington Times Aug. 3, 2023

This month, the FDA approved Opill, the first daily oral contraceptive that will be available for sale over the counter in stores as well as online.

From Seattle Times Jul. 23, 2023

Taking a progestogen-only 'mini pill' carries a small risk of breast cancer - similar to combined oral contraceptive pills, say researchers.

From BBC Mar. 21, 2023

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