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1
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OTC drugs to avoid in constipation in pregnancy

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Mineral and castor oil

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2
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For GERD in pregnancy, avoid what 2 drugs?

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Sodium bicarbonate and gaviscon

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3
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How to treat hemorrhoids in pregnancy?

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Fiber, fluid, sitz baths, laxatives and stool softeners.

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4
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3 Symptom relief options for hemorrhoids in pregnancy:

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Topical lidocaine, witch hazel, hydrocortisone

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5
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4 Nausea and vomiting therapy options in pregnancy

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Diclegis, Reglan, zofran, and ginger

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6
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Options for hyperemesis gravidarum, list risk too

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Dexamethasone and prednisolone, risk of oral cleft

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7
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First line for gestational diabetes

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Insulin

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8
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Second line for gestational diabetes

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Glyburide

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9
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Pregnancy term for hypertension with proteinuria

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Pre-eclampsia

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10
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Definition of eclampsia

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Hypertension with proteinuria with seizures

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11
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Definition of hypertension in pregnancy

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90 diastolic BP from 2 readings

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12
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for women at risk of pre-eclampsia, _____ after 12 weeks gestation reduces risk. When to stop?

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81 mg aspirin. Talk with doctor about risk vs benefit.

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13
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What supplement at what dose reduces hypertension and pre-eclampsia risk in pregnancy?

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Calcium 1 gram per day

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14
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What supplement is used to prevent progression from pre-eclampsia to eclampsia and to treat eclamptic seizures?

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Magnesium sulfate

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Avoid which 2 drugs in eclamptic seizures?

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Diazepam and phenytoin

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16
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What to do about gestational hyperthyroid?

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Nothing, usually resolves after 20 weeks gestation

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17
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When is ibuprofen (all NSAIDS) contraindicated in pregnancy?

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1st and 3rd trimester

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18
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OTC option for tension headache in pregnancy?

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Tylenol or ibuprofen (not 1st or 3rd trimester)

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19
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What to take for migraine associated nausea in pregnancy?

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Promethazine, reglan, or compazine

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20
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Used in pregnancy with severe headaches not responsive to other treatments:

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Propranolol low dose as preventative

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21
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Drug of choice for asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnancy

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Cephalexin

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22
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When and why to avoid macrobid during pregnancy

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After 37 weeks due to risk for hemolytic anemia

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23
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When to use Bactrim for UTI in pregnancy

24
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When during gestation is cipro best for UTI treatment?

25
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Why are tetracyclines contraindicated during pregnancy?

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Bone malformations

26
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Herpes treatment in pregnancy

27
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Treatment of choice for yeast infection in pregnancy

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Topical / intravaginal antifungals

28
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Oral treatment of choice for yeast infection in pregnancy, risks associated

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Terbinafine or fluconazole 150 mg. Fluconazole very low risk of spontaneous abortion in first trimester. Risk increases with higher doses.

29
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Preferred inhaled corticosteroid in asthma in pregnancy

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Budesonide

30
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What steroids are recommended in severe asthma during pregnancy?

31
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First line for runny nose and congestion in pregnancy

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Nasal Beclomethasone or budesonide

32
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Can Afrin be used for congestion in pregnancy?

33
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Drug of choice for diabetes during pregnancy

34
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Insulin initiation dosing in pregnancy

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0.7 to 1 unit per kg per day divided

35
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Which are the safest 2 anti seizure meds in pregnancy?

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Lamotrigine and carbamazepine

36
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Tegretol and lamictal can cause what birth defect?

A

Cleft palate

37
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If anti seizure meds will be stopped prior to conception, how long before must they be stopped?

38
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All women with epilepsy should take folic acid at what dose daily?

39
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Drug therapy is indicated for blood pressure in pregnancy of _____

40
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Drug of choice for HTN in pregnancy

41
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Why choose Slynd over other progestin only pills?

A

Can miss a day without as much risk as other POP’s

42
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Orilissa

43
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Elagolix

44
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Elagolix MOA

A

GNRH antagonist

45
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Elagolix indication

A

Endometriosis

46
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Elagolix 4 common side effects

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Amenorrhea, hot flashes, nausea, headache, BMD decrease

47
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Uncomplicated acute UTI in pregnancy 2 empiric antibiotics of choice:

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Augmentin or cefpodoxime

48
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What formulation of dextromethorphan should be avoided in pregnancy?

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Liquids with ethanol

49
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What cough med otc is okay in pregnancy?

A

Dextromethorphan and guaifenesin

50
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Safest topical pain relief in pregnancy?

51
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Safest oral pain relief in pregnancy? Duration?

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Tylenol, not chronic use.

52
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OTC Topical pain relief option after delivery

A

Dermoplast spray (benzocaine)

53
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How does estrogen increase clot risk?

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It stimulates clotting protein production in the liver

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