Genito-Urinary System Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Ethinylestradiol drug class
A
Oestrogens
2
Q
Ethinylestradiol indications
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Oestrogen deficiency
Osteoporosis
Female hypogonadism
Menstrual disorders
3
Q
Ethinylestradiol actions
A
Sodium and water retention Raises HDL and lowers LDL Decreases bone resorption Impairs glucose tolerance Increases blood coagulability
4
Q
Ethinylestradiol ADR
A
Breast tenderness Nausea Vomiting Thromboembolism Ovarian metaplasia Endometrial and breast hyperplasia
5
Q
Progesterons examples
A
Desogestrel
Medroxyprogesterone acetate
6
Q
Progesterons actions
A
Increases bone mineral density
Fluid retention
Mood changes
Maintains pregnancy
7
Q
Progesterons ADR
A
Weight gain Acne Nausea Depression Lack of concentration
8
Q
Testosterone actions and ADR
A
Male secondary characteristics Acne Voice changes Increases aggression Increased LDL compared to HDL
