Tag: Saheli

Medications and Pharmacology: What is Saheli?, the Non-Hormonal Contraceptive Pill

Oct 7, 2025 •

3 min read

Developed by the Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) in Lucknow, India, Saheli is the world's first non-hormonal, non-steroidal oral contraceptive pill. This article explores **What is Saheli?**, its unique mechanism of action, key advantages, and role in family planning.

What is Chhaya Tablet?: A Comprehensive Look at the Non-Hormonal Contraceptive

Oct 7, 2025 •

4 min read

Available free of cost through the National Family Planning Programme in India since 2017, the Chhaya tablet is a non-hormonal, non-steroidal weekly oral contraceptive that offers an alternative to traditional hormonal pills. Also known by its generic name Centchroman or brand name Saheli, it was developed by India's Central Drug Research Institute to provide a different option for family planning.