Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
When are progestin only oral contraceptives used?
A
Breast feeding women and women who cannot tolerate or CI to estrogen
2
Q
What component helps reduce water retention?
A
Progestin (drospirenone is best) bc it is a potassium sparing diuretic
3
Q
When is orthro evra patch less effective?
A
Women >198 pounds
4
Q
Ovulation kits test positive and are positive if ____is present?
A
LH
5
Q
What OC due you use in patients with migraine with an aura?
A
Progestin only!!!
