Menstrual Cycle Pharm Flashcards

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Estrogen and progestin-related molecular families

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Uterine fibroid therapy strategy

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Balance of coagulation in those on estrogen

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Estrogen increases clotting factors, but also increases fibrinolysis. So, the net is actually fairly stable.

However, in smokers, fibrinolysis is inhibited, and they are at substantially increased risk.

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OCP side effects

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OCP contraindications

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Main major side effect of progestins

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Decreased bone mineral density

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