Medication List 2: Contraception, Anxiety, Muscle Spasms Flashcards
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate: brands
ortho tri-cylcen, tri-sprintec, tri-ViLibra
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate: common strengths
0.035mg/0.18mg
0.035mg/0.215mg
0.035mg/0.25mg
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate: common frequency
one first phase tablet daily for 7d, then one second phase tablet daily for 7d, then one third phase tablet daily for 7d, then one inactive tablet daily for 7d
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate: indications/use
-oral contraception
-acne
-CLAIM TO FAME: tri-phasics mimic natural menstrual cycle
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate: brands
Loestrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate: common strengths
0.02mg/1mg/75mg
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate: common frequency
take one active tablet for 21 days, then one iron tablet daily for 7 days
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate: indications/use
-oral contraception
-acne
-CLAIM TO FAME: replaces iron lost during menses
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone: brands
Yaz, Loryna, Jasmiel
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone: common strengths
0.02mg/3mg
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone: common frequency
active tablet for 24 days then once inactive tablet daily for 4 days
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone: indications/use
-oral contraception
-acne
-premenstrual dysphoric disorder
-CLAIM TO FAME: only 4 inactive days = shorter menstrual periods
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone: counseling tips and important info
drospirenone lessens the water retention and weight gain side effects of estrogen
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin: brands
Xulane
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin: common strengths
0.53mg/4.86mg
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin: common frequency
apply one new patch each week for 3 weeks, then week 4 is patch free
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin: indications/use
contraception
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin: counseling tips and important info
-same side effects as OC but more common
-adhesive may cause rash - rotate sites
-do not cut patch
-apply to: butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel: brands
NuvaRing
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel: common strengths
0.015mg/0.12mg/24 hours ER
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel: common frequency
insert one ring into vagina on or before day 5 of cycle and leave it in for 3 weeks, then remove on week 4 and discard
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel: indications/use
contraception
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel: counseling tips/important info
-if it falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours
-don’t remove for intercourse
-ring is drug delivery device; not a barrier
Products containing ethinyl estradiol: important info
increased cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI); not recommended for those 35+ years old, smokers, or those with history of stroke/blood clots
medroxyprogesterone: brands
Depo-Provera
medroxyprogesterone: common strengths
150mg/mL
medroxyprogesterone: common frequency
150 mg deep IM injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months
medroxyprogesterone: indications/use
-contraception
-endometriosis pain
-abnormal uterine bleeding
-amenorrhea
-CLAIM TO FAME: no estrogen
medroxyprogesterone: counseling tips/important info
-nervousness
-administration by healthcare professional
-don’t use for >2 years due to potential bone loss
-spotting or absent menses may result
levonorgestrel (OTC): brands
Plan B One-Step, EContra One-Step
levonorgestrel (OTC): common strengths
1.5mg
levonorgestrel (OTC): common frequency
take 1 tablet PO ASAP within 72 hours of unprotected sex
levonorgestrel (OTC): indications/use
emergency post-coital contraception
levonorgestrel (OTC): counseling tips/important info
-same side effects of OC, but more common
-fatigue
-no evidence of interaction with antibiotics
-will NOT terminate existing pregnancy
Counseling tips/important info for all contraceptives
-water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness)
-upset stomach/nausea
-headache
-if OC not started day 1 of menses, use additional non-drug form of contraception during first week
-take OC at same time every day for max. effectiveness
-some anti-convulsants may decrease effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or increase chance of seizures
-none of these medications protect against HIV/ AIDS / STDs
Non-FDA uses of contraceptives may include:
-Regulation of menstrual cycle
-Lessen menstrual flow
-reduce painful menses
clonazepam: brands
klonopin
clonazepam: common strengths
0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
clonazepam: common frequency
QD, BID, TID, QID
clonazepam: indications/use
-panic disorder
-seizure disorders
-off-label use: anxiety
clonazepam: counseling tips/important info
-drowsiness
-fatigue
-ataxia
-behavioral problems
alprazolam: brands
Xanax
alprazolam: common strengths
0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
alprazolam: common frequency
BID, TID, PRN
alprazolam: indications/use
-panic disorder
-anxiety
alprazolam: counseling tips/important info
-confusion
-drowsiness
-excessive drowsiness with alcohol - avoid
-do not stop taking suddenly if taking it routinely
cyclobenzaprine: brands
Flexeril
cyclobenzaprine: common strengths
5mg, 10mg
cyclobenzaprine: common frequency
QD, TID, PRN
cyclobenzaprine: indications/use
muscle spasms
cyclobenzaprine: counseling tips/important info
-dry mouth (xerostomia)
-dizziness
-drowsiness