Contraception Flashcards
what hormone does the implant release
progesterone
when should the implant be inserted
within the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle and if inserted after that window it takes 7 days before it is effective
how does COCP work
it inhibits the surge in LH through the negative feedback of the oestrogen and progesterone on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis which inhibits ovulation
when would you avoid UPA
if wanting to quick start hormonal contraception
have to delay ongoing contraception for 5 days
cant use if hormonal contraception has been used in past 7 days
when does UPA work
during LH surge but not after peak
when is UPA licensed until
for use up to 120 hours post UPSI
how does UPA work
it is an antiprogestogen that delays ovulation