Contraception Flashcards
Action of COCP
Thickens mucous, stops ovulation
Pros of COCP
lighter bleeding, reduces acne
reduces risk of ovarian, colon and uterine ca
Cons of COCP
Nausea, breast tenderness, spotting
Fertility of COCP
Returns when stopped
CI of COCP
Migraine, HTN, DVT, Breast Ca, Age/BMI > 35
Ca risk of COCP
Breast, Cervical
How to take COCP and missed pill rule
Taken for 3 weeks, and then withdrawal bleed for 1 week
If missed 1 pill, take 2 next day
if missed 2 pills, take 2 soon as you remember, condoms for 7 days
Action of POP
Thickens mucous, stops ovulation, thins endometrium
Pros of POP
Can breast feed, lighter periods
Cons of POP
Needs to be taken at the same time every day, otherwise is less effective
Breast tenderness, acne, mood changes, disrupted bleeds
Fertility of POP
Returns when stopped
Ca risk of POP
Breast
CI of POP
Undiagnosed PVB, forgetfulness, stroke, liver cirrhosis
Missed pill rule for POP
If missed 1 pill, take when remembered + today’s pill
Action of the Mirena Coil (IUS)
Thickens mucous, stops ovulation, thins endometrium
Pros of Mirena
Immediate protection, lighter periods, can breast feed
How long does Mirena last
5 years
Cons of Mirena
Altered bleeds, cramps, discharge, breast tenderness, acne, ectopics