POP Flashcards
1
Q
What are contraindications to using the POP?
A
- Forgetfullness
- Breast cancer
- Undiagnosed PV bleeding
- Liver disease
2
Q
How does the progesterone only pill work?
A
- Increases cervical mucus thickness
- Thins endothelium
3
Q
When should POP be taken?
A
Daily at the same time
4
Q
What are side effects of POP?
A
- WEight gain
- Acne
- Mood Changes
- Headache
- Periods become irregular/lighter
5
Q
What is the main drawback of the POP?
A
Must remember to take at exactly the same time every day
6
Q
What would you advise if someone had missed their POP, and it was within 3 hour window?
A
Take the pill
7
Q
What would you advise someone taking the POP who had missed their pill and it was outwith the 3 hour window?
A
Take ASAP (even if with next one) and use condom for 2 days, and consider emergency contraception
