| Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ditropan (M3 Specific Antagonist) UUI Tx
 
 2.5-5 mg BID-QID
 
 BAD: High incidence of ADR (weight gain, orthostatic hypotension)-->TAPER (start at 2.5 mg BID) or use ER PO/TD/gel
 
 CHEAP
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Detrol (M2 and M3 Antagonist) UUI Tx
 2 or 4 mg or LA
 
 Hepatic Metabolism: higher levels in ppl with liver dysfunction/no CYP2D6
 
 Increase detrol levels with PPI/antacids--BUT NO APPARENT PROBLEMS
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Sanctura (M2 and M3 Antagonist) UUI Tx
 20 mg BID on empty stomach/before meal (ER available)
 
 Renal function imp (decrease dose in renal dysfunc and patients over 75 y/o)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Enablex for UUI M3 specific
 
 7.5 or 15 mg qd (ER)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Vesicare Mainly M3 for UUI 5/10 mg QD
 with renal OR heaptic impairment dont exceed 5 mg if use at all
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Diuretics (increase volume) Alpha antagonists (decrease tone)
 Calcium Channel Blockers (urinary retention)
 Sedatives and hypnotics (functional incontinence)
 Alcohol (increase volume)
 ACEIs (cough--stress UI)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Contraindications for alpha agonists |  | Definition 
 
        | HTN 
 CAD
 
 tachyarrhythmias
 
 MI
 
 Hyperthyroidism
 
 glaucoma
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | pse 
 phenylpropanolamine
 
 ephedrine
 
 norfenefrine
 
 midodrine
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Causes of Urinary Incontinence |  | Definition 
 
        | Pregnancy/Childbirth: stres UI Aging
 Obesity: extra weight
 Smoking: loss of sphincter muscle control
 UTI: increase urge
 EtOH: increased volume
 
 Neurologic Causes: stroke, MS, neurologic injury, parkinsons, pelvic surgery
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Hx--bladder diary 
 Physical exam
 
 Mental assessment-check QOL
 
 Functional/Environmental assessment
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | weight loss 
 dietary changes: decrease caffeine, etoh, tea
 
 electrical stimulation to lower pelvic muscles
 
 biofeedback/bladder training
 
 Kegels
 
 Collagen and fat implants: catheterization, dryness aids, surgery
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Give Drug therapy for osteoporosis if: |  | Definition 
 
        | T score at or below -2.5 
 
 T score between -1 and -2.5 at the femoral neck or spine, age of 50+, 10-yr hip fracture probability over 3%, OR 10-yr major osteoporosis-related fracture probability over 20%
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Diet to help osteoporosis |  | Definition 
 
        | limit caffeine, etoh, sodium, carbonated drinks 
 increase ca, vit d, vit k (cofactor for protein activation)
 
 protein
 
 soy (estrogen-like effects)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | smoking is and INDEPENDENT risk factor for osteoporosis 
 dose and duration dependent
 
 Mechanism: [1] decrease sex hormone levels [2] decrease Ca absorption and [3] direct effect on onsteoblasts
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Daily Ca requirement for teen girls |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | with HRT: 1200 mg w/o HRT: 1500 mg
 
 ALL over 65: 1500 mg
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Drug interactions with Ca |  | Definition 
 
        | PPI H2RA
 tetracycline
 FQ
 iron
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Dyspepsia 
 Constipation
 
 Kidney stones
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Carbonate (40% elemental) DOC--CHEAP; acid dependent (take with meals) 
 Citrate (24%) acid-independent = less gi upset
 
 Gluconate (9%)--requires more tablets
 
 Take divided doses up to 600 mg
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | does NOT require renal activation |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Adults: 600 IU *some think should be 1000-2000 
 over 70: 800 IU
 
 UL: 4000 mg
 
 If vit D deficient-take up to 50,000 IU/week for replacement or until normal range
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | inhibit osteoclast activity to reduce bone loss and resorption 
 gets incorporated into bone and therefore has long half-life
 
 decreases fracture risk and increases BMD
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Boniva 
 150 mg/month
 3 mg IV q3mo
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Zometa/Reclast 5 mg iv qyear (over 15 min)
 
 1200 mg ca and 800-1000 IU vit D QD x 2 weeks after dose of Z
 
 $$$$
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | actonel (+/-) ca 
 35mg Qweek
 150 mg/month
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Bisphosphonate counseling |  | Definition 
 
        | empty stomach at least 6 oz water
 sit up and dont eat/drink for 30 min (60 min with boniva)
 do not take at same time as other meds
 maintain good oral hygeine
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | GI 
 fever, chills, injection site rxns
 
 musculoskeletal probs
 
 osteonecrosis of the jaw (primarily with cancer patients receiving IV therapy)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | bisphosphonate duration of action |  | Definition 
 
        | review yearly 
 if at low-risk may be able to d/c after 5-7 years, but high-risk women should continue therapy
 
 if therapy d/c'd--perform a DXA scan Q2years, if bone density falls...
 1. over 8% in 1 year
 2. over 10% in 2 years
 3. over 5% below pre-treatment levels
 ...consider restarting
 
 Can rotate agents too!
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Estrogen and osteoporosis |  | Definition 
 
        | approved for prophylaxis if at significant risk and cant take non-estrogen thearpy 
 lowest dose possible
 
 NOT FIRST LINE
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Evista 60 mg QD 
 MOA: agonist at bone
 antagonist in breast and uterine tissue-decrease CA risk
 
 Low adherence rate
 
 Black Box: PE/DVT
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Miacalcin NS 1 (200 IU) spray daily 
 Fortical SQ inj 100 IU QOD
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | acts like endogenous calcitonin 
 higher affinity for calcitonin receptor
 
 decrease serum Ca and bone resorption
 
 second line tx for osteoporosis in women >5 yr post-menopause
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | PTH1-34, Forteo Severe osteoporosis
 
 20 mcg sq daily into thigh/abdomen
 
 for up to 2 years
 
 MOA:
 PTH analog--maintain Ca and PO4 homeostasis (promotes reabsorption in constant doses
 stimulates bone formation by increasing serum Ca and decreasing serum PO4
 Inhibits apoptosis of osteoblasts
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Hx of osteosarcoma 
 Paget's disease
 
 Hx of bone radiation therapy
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Hypotension, tachycardia post-inj 
 N/V
 
 HA
 
 Hypercalcemia--Tx worked too well
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | denosumab 
 MAb agst RANKL
 
 For severe osteoporosis
 
 60 mg sq Q6h + Ca 1000 mg and 400 IU vit D
 
 **NOW approved under Xgeva for patients with hormone related cancer
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | RANK ligand is produced by osteoblasts and binds to receptors on osteoclasts (helps give balance) 
 If block RANKL then shifts bone balance to bone building
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | pain (back, musculoskeletal, extremity) 
 hypercholesterolemia
 
 cystitis
 
 pancreatitis
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | denosumab CI and Precautions |  | Definition 
 
        | uncorrected pre-existing hypocalcemia 
 Precautions
 serious infections
 derm rxns
 osteonecrosis of the jaw
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Peak bone mineral density occurs at what age? |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | z-score vs t-score for osteoporosis |  | Definition 
 
        | z-score: compares to the same population (ex: other older ladies who also have osteoporosis--not a good comparison) 
 t-score: compares to standard of a woman who is 30/35 y/o--better standard
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 12 months of trying wihtout getting pregnant |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Factors that can impair fertility |  | Definition 
 
        | etoh smoking
 caffeine
 recreational drugs (+ affect fetus)
 recreational drugs
 solvents, pesticides, chemicals (will ask about job)
 thermal exposure (ex: hot tub decreased sperm production)
 under/over weight (<17.5; >27.5)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Meds that impair fertility: WOMEN |  | Definition 
 
        | NSAIDS 
 ASA
 
 Vaginal Lubricants (slow sperm mvmt)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Meds that impair fertility: MEN |  | Definition 
 
        | inhibit spermatogenesis 
 anabolic steroids
 caffeine
 Calcium Channel Blockers (amlodipine, nifedipine)
 Allopurinol
 Colchicine
 Cyclosprine
 Spirnolactone
 SMX/TMP
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that cause hyperprolactinemia |  | Definition 
 
        | Chlorpromazine 
 Haloperidol
 
 metoclopramide
 
 TCAs
 
 Cimetidine
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Ovulatory Disorders are the only cause of infertility T or F |  | Definition 
 
        | F-(~30-40%) but they are the only things we can really change |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | SERM (Clomid, serophene) 
 MOA: inhib negative feedback response on the hypothalamus by binding to estrogen receptors-->increases FSH and LH-->promote follicle growth/development
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 50 mg/d x 5 days (beginning day 5 of cycle) 
 **May increase dose to 100 mg/d if 1st cycle fails (max=150 mg/day; 6 cycles)
 
 **For PCOS start at 25 mg/day
 
 Expect ovulation 5-10 day after last dose
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | More effective than clomiphene--but use as second line because more ADRs (multiple gestations, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, fever, inj site rxns, breast pain, abdominal symptoms, $$$$) 
 daily IM or SC injection
 
 MOA: promotes follicular growth
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Types of Gonadotropin Therapy |  | Definition 
 
        | Menotropin (hMG)-equal amounts of FSH and LH 
 Urofollitropin (highly purified FSH)-sc administration; minimal LH activity
 
 Follitropin-alpha and -beta (Recomb FSH)-less allergenic
 
 GOOD for PCOS (has high LH:FSH ratio) and ART
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | initial dose 75-150 IU/d based on FSH 
 start day 3/4 of cycle
 target is serum estradiol of 500-2000 pg/ml and 1-2 follicles 17-20 mm in diameter
 
 usually not more than 12 days
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | congenital malformation vs anomalies |  | Definition 
 
        | Malformation: structural abnormalities 
 Anomalies: malformations that cause a functional change
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Almost 1/2 of all women received Rx drugs during pregnancy - T or F? |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | what percent of umbilical blood flow enters the fetus |  | Definition 
 
        | 40-60% through the umbilical vein |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | most important stage of pregnancy |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | when do most women know they are pregnant |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | New changes in the Drug Rating system |  | Definition 
 
        | Development of new 'pregnancy' and 'lactation' subsections 
 main components of each section:
 
 1. Fetal Risk Summary
 2. Clinical Considerations
 3. Data Section
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | US and KY average for breastfeeding |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Women take more meds/month when breastfeeding or pregnant? |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Determinants of Medication Transfer into Breast Milk |  | Definition 
 
        | Passive diffusion 
 Maternal Plasma drug levels and plasma protein binding (in mother's plasma)
 
 Lipid solubility (colostrum has less fat than milk)
 
 pH of breast milk (slightly less than blood pH)
 
 drug's molecular size and weight
 
 maternal half-life of medication
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Folic Acid Recommendations |  | Definition 
 
        | 400 mcg 
 PREG/Want to get PREG should take: 1-4 mg daily for at least 1 month before concenption
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Before getting pregnant you should: |  | Definition 
 
        | 1-4 mg folic acid for atleast 1 month 
 screen for STDs and immunizations against rubella and varicella
 
 Stop tobacco, EtOH, drug abuse
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Physiological changes during pregnancy |  | Definition 
 
        | increased blood volume, cardiac output, renal blood flow/GFR 
 decreased GI motility
 
 weight gain
 
 hypercoaguable state
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | how many women have post-partum depression |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Treating chronic depression in pregnancy |  | Definition 
 
        | SSRI and TCAs-category D 
 SSRIs can be used in breastfeeding but NOT 1. paroxetine or 2. fluoxetine (because long half-life)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | **Ondansetron (5HT receptor antagonist)--more used NOW 
 Pyridoxine (vitamin)-category A
 Doxylamine (antihist)-category A
 --but neither that effective
 
 Meclizine (Cat B)--sedating
 Promethazine (Cat C)--sedating
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | more frequent smaller meals avoid triggers
 
 antacids-(Ca or Mg)-moderation
 
 H2RA: famotidine (not cimetidine--too many interactions)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Constipation and Pregnancy |  | Definition 
 
        | Increase fiber and fluid 
 exercise
 
 DOC: bulk laxatives
 
 Other alternatives:
 docusate sodium
 polyethylene glycol prep 3500
 lactulose
 Senna--LAST LINE
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Avoid during pregnancy for constipation |  | Definition 
 
        | Mineral oil: decreased absorption of fat soluble vitamins 
 Castor Oil: premature uterine contractions
 
 Saline osmotics: promote sodium and fluid retention
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Stool bulking agents = DOC Loperamide 2 mg prn
 
 
 NOT: bismuth subsalicylate or diphenoxylate and atropine
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Hemorrhoids and pregnancy |  | Definition 
 
        | avoid constipation 
 sitz bath
 preparation H and tucks
 
 NOT Local anesthetics
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | ALWAYS TREAT 
 Use:
 Amoxicillin
 Augmentin
 Cephalosporins
 Nitrofurantoin-more for chronic UTIs
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Most common cause of premature labor |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Common Cold and Pregnancy |  | Definition 
 
        | Preferred: Doxylamine and Diphenhydramine 
 ONLY use if necessary/avoid first trimester:
 Dextromethorphan
 Psuedoephedrine
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | DOC: APAP 
 NSAIDS: Category B in 1st and 2nd; Category D in 3rd (ductus arteriosis)
 
 Morphine: Category B during 1st and 2nd for SHORT periods of time; Category D if high dose or prolonged use
 Time breastfeeding--pump and dump
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Beta-adrenergic receptor agonists (tocolysis) 
 SQ, PO, IV infusion
 
 2 day delay in delivery
 
 ADRs: tachycardia, dyspena, agitation, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia
 
 Must be at really high risk because of ADRs
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | IV infusion tocolytic ADR: feels drunk (mom and baby)
 
 serum mg concentration can exceed 9 mg (normal 1.5-1.8 mg/dL)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Progesterone and 17-alpha hydroxyprogesterone |  | Definition 
 
        | Caproate-weekly IM inj or vaginal supp 
 weeks 24-34 of gestation
 
 IM associated with HA and sleepiness
 
 Use for women with short cervixes or Hx of premature birth (NOT for twins-only singletons)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Prostaglandin-Synthase Inhibitors |  | Definition 
 
        | before 32 weeks dont use after 32 weeks because of risk of ductal closure
 PR or PO
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Number one method of contraception |  | Definition 
 
        | Sterilization (both men and women combined) |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | half of pregnancies in the US are unintended? T or F |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Contraceptive vs Intraceptive |  | Definition 
 
        | C: prevents egg meeting sperm 
 I: prevents fertilized egg implanting into uterine lining
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Method of contraception with worst failure rate |  | Definition 
 
        | Spermicide (perfect use 18/100; typical use 29/100) |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | if no contraception how many women out of 100 would get pregnant in one year |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Implant and IUD are the most effective methods of contraception. T or F |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | limit sex to post-ovulatory phase (Ex: ovulate day 14, have sex after day 16) |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | basal body temperature contraceptive method |  | Definition 
 
        | look for a rise of 0.5 degrees 2 days post-ovulation |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Women who are not candidates for fertility awareness methods (ex: calendar method) |  | Definition 
 
        | Adolescents Premenopausal/perimenopausal women
 postpartum/breastfeeding women
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | prescription barrier contraceptives |  | Definition 
 
        | diaphragm 
 cervical cap
 
 lea's shield
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | T or F: barrier methods of contraception are more effective in women who have had a baby alreaday |  | Definition 
 
        | F: barrier methods are LESS effective in parous women |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | which barrier method can increase risk of UTIs |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Spermacide must be reapplied every ____ hours |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Which contraception method has a similar 5 year efficacy rate to that of sterilization |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | levonorgestrel (LNG-IUS) 
 good for 5 years
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | inhibits fertilization thickens cervical mucous
 inhibits sperm function
 thins and suppresses the endometrium
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Paragard 
 good for 10 years
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | inhibits fertilization releases copper ions that reduce sperm motility
 may disrupt normal division of oocytes and the formation of fertilizable ova
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Non-contraceptive benefits of IUDs |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. decrease risk of endometrial cancer 2. LNG-IUS can be used as a first line for menorrhagia (97% decrease in menstrual bleeding, can be used in presence of fibroids)
 3. Copper IUD: can be used for emergency contraception
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | no protection against HIV or STIs 
 ADR:
 upon insertion-variable pain, cramping, vasovagal rxn
 first few days-light bleeding/cramping
 First few months-intermenstrual bleeding/cramping
 
 with copper IUD-heavier/prolonged menses (no progestin)
 
 Can check string to see if still there
 
 can insert any time it is confirmed they are not pregnant
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | What are four things that can increase the risk of breakthrough bleeding? |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. starting a new formulation 2. inconsistent dosing
 3. smoking-possibly b/c of fluctuations in estrogen levels
 4. chlamydial cervicitis and endometritis--more likely after several months of COC use
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Drug interactions with COC |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. Drugs that decrease enterohepatic circulation-Ampicillin, TCN, sulfa 
 2. Drugs that induce COC metabolism:
 RIFAMPIN, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone, ethosuximide
 *causes spotting or breakthrough bleeding
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Pharmacologic action of Progestin (in COC) |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. Ovarian and pituitary inhibition 2. thickening of cervical mucous
 3. endometrial atrophy/transformation
 4. cycle control (bleeding at appropriate time)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Pharmacologic Actions of Estrogen in COC |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. ovarian and pituitary inhibition 2. thinning of/increase in cervical mucus
 3. endometrial proliferation
 4. cycle control (bleeding at appropriate time)
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Most common estrogen found in COC |  | Definition 
 
        | ethinyl estradiol 
 Mestranol is found only in high dose COC
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | What is a low dose vs a high dose COC |  | Definition 
 
        | High: >50 mcg estrogen 
 Low: 20-35 mcg estrogen
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | First generation progestin |  | Definition 
 
        | norethindrone ethynodiol diacetate
 norethynodrel
 
 not particularly estrogenic or androgenic
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Second generation progestins |  | Definition 
 
        | levonorgestrel**** norgestrel
 
 ANDROGENIC
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Third generation progestins |  | Definition 
 
        | desogestrel norgestimate
 
 estrogenic
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | What is the spirnolactone derived progestin |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | what should you monitor with drospirenone products |  | Definition 
 
        | potassium levels (in first mo) **Hyperkalemia**
 Esp with ACE inhibitors and NSAIDs
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Products with drospirenone |  | Definition 
 
        | Yasmin Yaz
 Beyaz
 Safyral
 Angeliq--For vasomotor symptoms
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Who is at the greatest risk for VTE? |  | Definition 
 
        | Pregnant women (then women on COC with drosperinone) |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Which phasic formulation is associated with less spotting, breakthrough bleeding, and amenorrhea? |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | A:abdominal pain-gallbladder disease, VTE C: chest pain (MI)
 H: headaches-stroke, HTN, migraine
 E: eye problems-stroke, HTN, vascular problems
 S: severe leg pain-VTE in legs
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Increased risk for VTE for: |  | Definition 
 
        | Smokers (espeically in over 35 years) HTN
 patients on estrogen products >35 mcg
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | What is the risk of breast cancer associated with OC use? |  | Definition 
 
        | women who already have breast cancer cells will see stimulated growth of the cancerous cells, but there is no creation of cancer cells |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | When is breakthrough bleeding most likely to occur with COC? |  | Definition 
 
        | first 3 months of COC use 
 especially with low dose COC
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | If breakthrough bleeding occurs before the 10th pill it is due to _________. you should do __________. |  | Definition 
 
        | due to estrogen deficiency 
 change to progestin that is more estrogenic or increase the estrogen component
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | If breakthrough bleeding occurs after the 10th pill it is due to ___________. you should do _________. |  | Definition 
 
        | due to progestin deficiency 
 change progestin component
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Patient with amenorrhea (not tapered of bleeding, but more suddenly) and is on a COC it is most likely because _______. |  | Definition 
 
        | insufficient estrogen to stimulate growth of endometrium **Always rule out pregnancy
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Which type of phasic are extended cycle products? |  | Definition 
 
        | monophasic (multi-phasics run into insurance problems) |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | If no risk factors, what is the oldest recommended age to prescribe a COC? |  | Definition 
 | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Consider OC with at least ______ mcg estradiol in women over 154 lbs. |  | Definition 
 
        | 30 mcg estradiol 
 because there is a proven decreased efficacy in low dose COC in overweight women
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Which method of starting COCs is associated with less breakthrough bleeding? |  | Definition 
 
        | Starting on the first day of menses 
 *Difficult for patients with irregular cycles
 |  | 
        |  | 
        
        | Term 
 
        | Which method of starting COCs is associated with the MOST breakthrough bleeding? |  | Definition 
 
        | Today start--starting when you get it prescribed 
 **must use backup method of 2 weeks to be safe
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        | Term 
 
        | T or F: COC protects against STIs? |  | Definition 
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        | Term 
 
        | If miss one pill of birth control, they should _________. |  | Definition 
 
        | take the missed pill asap-even double up |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | if miss 2 pills in a row then _________. |  | Definition 
 
        | take 2 pills on the day remembered then take 2 pills on the next day. and Use back up method for 7 days |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | if miss 3+ pills then _________ |  | Definition 
 
        | use back up method (for at least a week, but more conservative would be for the whole next cycle) and call physician |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | OC can help to reduce what types of cancer |  | Definition 
 
        | Ovarian Endometrial
 Colorectal
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        | Term 
 
        | number one reason for failure of COCs |  | Definition 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -higher compliance rates -low estrogen dose
 -constant hormone levels
 -no gi interactions with antibiotics
 -no first pass metabolism of progestin
 
 similar efficacy and ADRs to OCs
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        | Term 
 
        | When should she start nuvaring |  | Definition 
 
        | within 5 days of onset of menses (when pregnancy can be excluded) |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | what should you do if the vaginal ring slips out? |  | Definition 
 
        | if less than 3 hours-rinse and reinsert 
 if over 3 hours-rinse, reinsert, and use back-up contraception for 1 week
 
 if not replaced by the eighth day (when time for next ring)--consider emergency contraception, insert new ring after ruling out pregnancy, use back-up contraception for 1 week
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Contraceptive patch 
 apply to butt, upper outer arm, lower abdomen, upper torso (excluding breast)
 
 Do NOT cut or flush down toilet
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        | Term 
 
        | Disadvantages of Ortho Evra Patch |  | Definition 
 
        | less effective if >198 lb 
 ADR similar to OC except:
 1. increased breast pain first 2 months
 2. increased dysmenorrhea
 
 increased total estrogen exposure (but lower peak)
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        | Term 
 
        | T or F: patch users have less risk of VTE than with COC |  | Definition 
 
        | F: more risk of VTE with patch |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | When to consider NON hormonal contraception |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. over 35 y/o 2. smoking
 3. obesity
 4. less than 4 weeks post-partum
 5. 4 weeks prior to surgery and 2 weeks after surgery
 6. bed rest
 7. personal or family history of MI or stroke
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1. PO: norgestrel (Ovrette) and Norethindrone 
 2. EC: levonorgestrel
 
 3. Depoprovera: injectable
 
 4. Implanon/Nexplanon-implant
 
 5. Mirena-IUS
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        | Term 
 
        | Women who are candidates of POP but NOT COC |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. VTE 2. Vascular Disease
 3. HTN
 4. Smoking (>35)
 5. Lactating women-Estrogen decreases milk production
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        | Term 
 
        | Advantages and Disadvantages of POP |  | Definition 
 
        | A: decrease bleeding
 can start immediately post-partum
 avoid estrogen-related ADRs
 
 D:
 Irregular bleeding
 SAME TIME EVERY DAY-no missed days
 patient may still ovulate (so not as effective)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | progestin implant used for 3 years
 
 can x-ray
 
 suppresses ovulation within 1 day of insertion
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | IM medroxyprogesterone acetate 
 also comes as subQ
 
 duration = 3 months--but SLOW return of fertility
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        | Term 
 
        | Disadvantanges of Depo-Provera |  | Definition 
 
        | bleeding irregularities/amenorrhea weight gain
 depression
 decreased bone density**
 ADRs can last 6-8 months post-injection
 changes in lipid proflie--caution with hyperlipidemia
 must go to dr for administration
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        | Term 
 
        | What is a problem can occur with all progestin products |  | Definition 
 
        | irregular and prolonged bleeding (especially at initiation) 
 espeically with depo-provera
 
 -to fix
 1. consider OC for 1 cycle
 2. Ibu for 5 days
 3. other forms of exogenous estrogen for 5 days
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        | Term 
 
        | Noncontraceptive benefits of depo-provera |  | Definition 
 
        | 1. amenorrhea for many 2. decreased menstrual cramps, pain, mood changes, HA, breast tenderness, and nausea
 3. decreased risk of ovarian cancer
 4. decreased risk of PID
 5. decreased pain associated with ovulation and endometriosis
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        | Term 
 
        | When to inject depo-provera |  | Definition 
 
        | on day 1-5 of menstrual cycle within first 5 days post-partum if not breastfeeding (after 6th week if breastfeeding)
 within first 7 days of an abortion
 
 Reinject weeks 11-13
 
 If late injection: back up contraception should be used and absence of pregnancy must be confirmed
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1. OC formulations 2. Plan B
 3. Ella
 4. Mifepristone (off label)
 5. Copper IUD
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1. intercourse within past 72 (120) hours without contraception (indep of time of menstruation) 
 2. contraceptive mishap
 
 3. sexual assault
 
 4. exposure to teratogens
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | using OC formulations for EC 
 EE levels: 100-120 mcg/dose x 2 doses
 
 LNG: 0.5-0.6 mg/dose x 2 doses
 
 Main problem--it is a lot of estrogen at once = nausea--so take anti-emetic prohylactically
 
 menses within 3 weeks
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1.5 mg once (or split in 2 doses) LNG |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Levonorgestrel 
 MOA: primarily prevents ovulation and fertilization; does not disrupt events that occur after implantation
 
 ONLY CI: known pregnancy (but not harmful to baby)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Plan B: 1 dose 
 Next Choice: 2 doses (but can take both at once)
 
 BOTH: must be over 17 y/o
 BOTH: LNG
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1. how to take 2. expected ADR: N/V/cramping--use antiemetic (if patient vomits in 1 hour--need another dose)
 
 3. expect menses within 21 days
 
 4. dont use EC as regular means of contraception (not as efficacious as other methods or as cheap)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | uliristal 30 mg x 1 dose 
 Rx only
 
 120 hour
 
 Progesterone receptor modulator
 
 similar safety to LNG
 expensive
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | MOA: impairs fertilization, alters sperm motility, impairs implantation 
 Only ideal if want IUD for a while after (not just temporarily)
 
 Contraindications: Pregnancy, sexual assault with high risk of STD (increased risk of infection)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | RU 486 Mifiprex
 
 synthetic steroid
 only available Rx at dr office
 
 prevents progesterone from binding to receptor
 
 greater delay of menses (for EC) than LNG and very heavy
 
 abortifacient
 
 MOA:
 1. disrupts follicular maturation and endocrine function of the granulosa cells
 2. disrupts the midcycle surge in LH
 3. interrupts hormonal suppport of the endometrium--makes it asynchronous
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 2.5 mg ethinyl estradiol BID x 5 days higher risk of ectopic pregnancy
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | suppress LH narrow window of efficacy
 $$$$
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | NOT in US 
 blocks steroidogenesis
 
 mixed effectiveness
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | 1. Arimidex (anastrozole) 2. Femara (letrozole)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | inhibit androgen to estrogen conversion 
 reduce negative feedback to increase GnRH output
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        | Term 
 
        | DOC for hyperprolactinemic anovulation |  | Definition 
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        | Term 
 
        | What drug can improve cervical mucus quality? |  | Definition 
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