Contraception

Question 1

Why is drosperinone and cyproterone effective for acne?

Answer 1

Drosperinone is effective for acne because of it’s antiandrogenic activity

Question 2

Are there any differences between monophasic and triphasic for efficacy?

Answer 2

no

Question 3

What is the benefit of low dose COCs?

Answer 3

Less estrogenic symptoms like breast tenderness, but more bleeding abnormalities

Question 4

At what weight is Evra less effective?

Answer 4

90 kg and over

Question 5

When are extended or continuous regimens used?

Answer 5

For relief of dysmenorrhea or heavy flow.

Question 6

What is the main downside to extended COC dosing?

Answer 6

Irregular or unscheduled bleeding

Question 7

How long should someone use backup for micronor?

Answer 7

1 month

Question 8

How long is the wiggle room for micronor dosing? (i.e., what is “the same time each day”)

Answer 8

If the next days dose is 3 hours later, backup should be used

Question 9

What method produces amenorrhea in the majority of women?

Answer 9

Depot injections

Question 10

When must the depot injection be administered? When is it effective?

Answer 10

Within 5 days of the onset of a menstrual period, effective immediately