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Gossypol, an extract of cotton, has been studied as a male contraceptive pill, and was given to thousands of men in China in the 1970s. [267] It successfully decreased sperm production, leading to infertility without significant adverse effects, but this effect was permanent in a substantial percentage of the users, and so it was not pursued ...
Dimethandrolone undecanoate (DMAU), also known by its developmental code name CDB-4521, is an experimental androgen/anabolic steroid (AAS) and progestogen medication which is under development as a potential birth control pill for men. [2] [3] [4] It is taken by mouth, but can also be given by injection into muscle. [2] [3] [1]
In 1997, the FDA approved a prescription emergency contraception pill (known as the morning-after pill), which became available over the counter in 2006. [53] In 2010, ulipristal acetate, an emergency contraceptive which is more effective after a longer delay was approved for use up to five days after unprotected sexual intercourse. [54]
Fertility medications, also known as fertility drugs, are medications which enhance reproductive fertility. For women, fertility medication is used to stimulate follicle development of the ovary. [1] There are very few fertility medication options available for men. [2]
A first of its kind, Opill will be available across the country within a month, according to its manufacturer.
Male infertility can wholly or partially account for 40% of infertility among couples who are trying to have children. [2] It affects approximately 7% of all men. [3] Male infertility is commonly due to deficiencies in the semen, and semen quality is used as a surrogate measure of male fecundity. [4]
Behind the counter at your local gas station, convenience store, or bodega, tucked within the energy shots and flavored cigarillos, are a variety of male enhancement products like Rhino pills. You ...
Mesterolone, sold under the brand name Proviron among others, is an androgen and anabolic steroid (AAS) medication which is used mainly in the treatment of low testosterone levels. [2] [3] It has also been used to treat male infertility, although this use is controversial. [2] [4] [5] It is taken by mouth. [2]