List 2-Contraception, Anxiety, Muscle Spasm Flashcards
Brand for: ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
ortho tri-cyclen, tri-sprintec, tri-vilibra
Strengths: ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
0.035mg/0.18mg
0.035mg/0.215mg
0.035mg/0.25mg
Frequency: ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
1 1st phase tablet daily-7 days
1 2nd phase tablet daily-7 days
1 3rd phase tablet daily-7 days
1 inactive tablet daily-7 days
Use: ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
oral contraception, acne, mimic natural menstrual cycle
Counseling: ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
side effects: water retention, upset stomach, headache; non-fda: regulate cycle, lessen flow, reduce painful menses; missed dose: take asap or with next dose; increased cardiovascular risk (not recommended for 35+, smoker, stroke or blood clot history); if not started day 1 of menses: use additional bc 1st week; take at same time; anti-convulsants decrease effectiveness and increase chance of seizures; does not protect against STIs
Brand for: ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
loestrin fe 1/20, junel fe, microgestin fe
Strengths: ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
0.02mg/1mg/75mg
Frequency: ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
1 active tablet daily-21 days
1 Fe tablet daily-7 days
Use: ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
oral contraception, acne, replaces iron lost during menses
Counseling: ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
side effects: water retention, upset stomach, headache; non-fda: regulate cycle, lessen flow, reduce painful menses; missed dose: take asap or with next dose; increased cardiovascular risk (not recommended for 35+, smoker, stroke or blood clot history); if not started day 1 of menses: use additional bc 1st week; take at same time; anti-convulsants decrease effectiveness and increase chance of seizures; does not protect against STIs
Brand for: ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
yaz, loryna, jasmiel
Strengths: ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
0.02mg/3mg
Frequency: ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
1 active tablet daily-24 days
1 inactive tablet daily-4 days
Use: ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
oral contraception, acne, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, shorter menstrual periods (only 4 inactive pills)
Counseling: ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
side effects: water retention, upset stomach, headache; non-fda: regulate cycle, lessen flow, reduce painful menses; missed dose: take asap or with next dose; increased cardiovascular risk (not recommended for 35+, smoker, stroke or blood clot history); if not started day 1 of menses: use additional bc 1st week; take at same time; anti-convulsants decrease effectiveness and increase chance of seizures; does not protect against STIs; drospirenone lessens water retention side effects from estrogen
Brand for: ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
xulane
Strengths: ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
0.53mg/4.86mg
Frequency: ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
apply 1 new patch each week for 3 weeks then week 4 is patch free
Use: ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
contraception
Counseling: ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
same side effects of oral contraceptive but more common (water retention, upset stomach, headache), adhesive may cause skin rash/rotate sites, do not cut patch, apply to: butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm
Brand for: ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
nuvaring
Strengths: ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
0.015mg/0.12mg 24 hours ER
Frequency: ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
insert one ring into vagina on or before day 5 of cycle and leave in for 3 weeks, then remove on week 4 and discard
Use: ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
contraception
Counseling: ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
if it falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours, do not remove for intercourse, ring is drug delivery device (not a barrier)
Brand for: medroxyprogesterone
depo-provera
Strengths: medroxyprogesterone
150mg/mL
Frequency: medroxyprogesterone
150mg deep intramuscular injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months
Use: medroxyprogesterone
contraception, endometriosis pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea, no estrogen
Counseling: medroxyprogesterone
nervousness, administration by healthcare professional, don’t use for more than 2 years due to potential bone loss, spotting or absent menses may result
Brand for: levonorgestrel (OTC)
plan b one-step, econtra one-step
Strengths: levonorgestrel (OTC)
1.5mg
Frequency: levonorgestrel (OTC)
take 1 tablet po asap within 72 hours of unprotected sex
Use: levonorgestrel (OTC)
emergency post-coital contraception
Counseling: levonorgestrel (OTC)
same side effects of oral contraceptive but more common (water retention, upset stomach, headache), fatigue, no evidence of interaction with antibiotics, will not terminate existing pregnancy
Brand for: clonazepam
klonopin
Strengths: clonazepam
0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
Frequency: clonazepam
once daily, twice daily, three times daily, four times daily
Use: clonazepam
panic disorder, seizure disorders, off label: anxiety
Counseling: clonazepam
drowsiness, fatigue, ataxia (impaired coordination), behavioral problems
Brand for: alprazolam
xanax
Strengths: alprazolam
0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
Frequency: alprazolam
twice daily, three times daily, or as needed
Use: alprazolam
panic disorder, anxiety
Counseling: alprazolam
confusion, drowsiness, excessive drowsiness with alcohol-avoid, do not stop drug suddenly if taking routinely
Brand for: cyclobenzaprine
flexeril
Strengths: cyclobenzaprine
5mg, 10mg
Frequency: cyclobenzaprine
once daily, three times daily, or as needed
Use: cyclobenzaprine
muscle spasm
Counseling: cyclobenzaprine
dry mouth (aka xerostomia), dizziness, drowsiness
