pre-IC16 & IC16 Flashcards
How does progestin and estrogen prevent ovulation?
Progestin block LH surge + estrogen suppress FSH release
Which substance provide most contraceptive effect?
Progestin
Which substance stabilize the endometrial lining and provide cycle control?
Estrogen
Will there be period for progestin only contraceptive?
No
Most commonly used estrogen
Ethinyl estradiol
Androgenic SE examples
Acne, oily skin, hirsutism
Usually, lower or higher estrogen dose is used?
Lower
Factors favoring higher doses of EE (30-35 mcg)
- Obesity or weight > 70.5 kg
- Early to mid cycle breakthrough bleeding/spotting
- Tendency to be non-adherent
Which is the ONLY progestin agent that does not have androgenic effects?
Drospirenone
Adverse effects of Drospirenone
hyperkalemia, thromboembolism and bone loss
Monophasic vs multiphasic COC
Mono: Same amounts of estrogen & progestin in every pill
Multi: Variable amounts of estrogen and progestin
Benefit of monophasic COC
Less confusing, less complicated miss-dosed instructions
Benefit of multiphasic COC
Tend to have lower progestin overall -> lesser side effects
Regimen for Conventional cycle COC
21 days active pill + 7 day placebo = 28 days
Which COC leads to lesser periods?
Extended-cycle / continuous COC
Regimen for Extended-cycle / continuous COC
84 days followed by 7 days placebo (no placebo at all for continuous)