FEMALE GONADAL HORMONES Flashcards
1
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Most frequently used synthetic estrogen in OCPs
Can cause: hypertension, DVT/PE, endometrial CA, Contraindicated in smoker >35yo
A
Ethinyl Estradiol
2
Q
Can cause clear cell vaginal adenocA to daughter
A
DES
3
Q
Prevents estrogen induced endometrial CA
A
Norgestrel
4
Q
OCP for lactating mothers
A
DMPA
5
Q
Hormone responsive breast ca but can cause endometrial Ca
A
Tamoxifen
6
Q
Ovulation induction
Can cause multiple preganancy
A
Clomiphene
7
Q
Tx for endometriosis
A
Danazol
8
Q
Medical abortion
A
Mifepristone