Q41 / 150 · MHT CET 2020 (15 Oct Shift 2) · Chemistry

Which of the following is synthetic estrogen derivative?

A
Tegamet
B
Norethindrone
Correct answer
C
Novestrol
D
Ranitidine

Solution

Ethinylestradiol (Novestrol) is an estrogen medication which is used widely in birth control pills in combination with progestins. It is also occasionally used as a component of menopausal hormone therapy for the treatment of menopausal symptoms in combination with progestins.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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