Male and Female Hormone drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What are androgens used for
A
promote tissue building . aid in sexondary sex characteristics
2
Q
androgen examples
A
testerone
3
Q
androgen adverse effects
A
Peliosis of the liver (multiple blood filled cavities in the liver )
4
Q
Estrogen action
A
Development and maintence of female reproductive system
5
Q
Estrogen uses
A
Contraceptive, estrogen replcement therapy
6
Q
Progestin actions
A
Development of placenta , prevent menstration of the ovarian follicle tube and ovulation
7
Q
Progestin uses
A
Amenorrhea , endometriosis , uterine bleeding
