Pharmacology (Reproductive)

Question 1

Estrogens

Answer 1

Treat symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, vaginal dryness) through hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Question 2

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Answer 2

Synthetic hormone used to correct a deficiency of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, or testosterone hormone; relieve symptoms of menopause; and prevent osteoporosis in women

Question 3

Oral contraceptives (OCPs)

Answer 3

Prevent ovulation to avoid pregnancy; aka “birth control pills”

Question 4

Gonadotropins

Answer 4

Hormonal preparation used to increase sperm count in cases of infertility

Question 5

Spermicides

Answer 5

Method of birth control; destroy sperm by creating a highly acidic environment in the uterus

Question 6

Antifungals

Answer 6

Treat vaginal fungal infection, such as candidiasis