Contraception 4 Flashcards

A patient complains of new acne on an oral contraceptive pill containing progestin, levonorgestrel. Formulate and explanation to her as to why a drospirenone-containing pill might help reduce her acne.

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Drosperinone

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  • Analogue of spironolactone
  • Anti-mineralocorticoid activity
  • Anti-androgenic activity
  • Reduced:
    • acne
    • water and Na retention
    • weight gain
    • bloating
  • Prescribed for acne or PMS
  • At risk for increased K
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