Reproductive and Genitourinary drugs Flashcards

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oral contraceptives - combination estrogen/progesterone prototype and other drug names

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ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone (Yasmin)
Others: ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (Ortho-Novum 1/35)

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combo oral contraceptives EPA

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suppresses secretion of FSH and LH, thus preventing ovulation. Progesterone thickens cervical mucus; prevents endometrium thickening. Drospirenone works similarly to spironolactone thereby decreasing ankle edema and treating PMS symptoms

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combo oral contraceptives administration

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PO at the same time every day

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combo oral contraceptives therapeutic use

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pregnancy prevention; PMS symptoms; stabilize menses; prophylactic uterine/ovarian cancer, PID, ovarian cysts

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combo oral contraceptives ADRs

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thromboembolism, abnormal uterine bleeding, promote growth of existing breast cancer, potential risk for HTN, hyperkalemia (drospirenone)

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combo oral contraceptives contraindications and interactions

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Pregnancy - teratogenic
BRCA1 gene mutation
ACE inhibitors
Many drug interactions: Rifampin, anti-seizure, and antifungal decreased effectiveness

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combo oral contraceptives RN intervention and client education

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Confirm absence of pregnancy FIRST
Additional method of birth control during 1st cycle of pills
Avoid salt substitutes (drospirenone)
Monitor K+ due to potential for hyperkalemia (drospirenone)
Monitor BP
Monitor for s/sx of DVT/PE/MI/Stroke
Avoid smoking
Monitor pattern and amount of uterine bleeding

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contraceptives IUD prototype

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levonorgestrel (Mirena) same drug as Plan B

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estrogen and progesterone HRT prototype and other drug names

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conjufated estrogen and medroxyprogesterone acetate (Prempo)
Others: transdermal combination of estradiol and norethindrone (CombiPatch)

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estrogen and progesterone HRT EPA

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binds to estrogen receptors and substitutes the fluctuating amounts of estrogen into a more stable amount of estrogen to prevent symptoms. Adding in progesterone suppresses tissue growth in the uterus thereby preventing hyperplasia of uterine lining

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estrogen and progesterone HRT adminsitration

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PO, vaginally, transdermal (CombiPatch)

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estrogen and progesterone HRT therapeutic use

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relieves symptoms of menopause

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estrogen and progesterone HRT ADRs

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nausea is very common, HTN, vaginal bleeding, edema, weight gain, possibly breast cancer. Risk for thromboembolic disorders increases w/ addition of progesterone

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estrogen and progesterone HRT contraindications and interactions

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History of thromboembolic events
suspect/confirmed breast, vaginal, cervical, endometrial cancer
Many drug interactions

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estrogen and progesterone HRT RN intervention and client education

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Monitor BP
Monitor for s/sx of DVT/PE/MI/stroke
Avoid smoking
Stop at least 4 weeks prior to surgery
Apply intravaginal/transdermal at bedtime
Monitor pattern and amount of uterine bleeding
Report persistent vaginal bleeding
D/C if any indication of breast cancer

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estrogen HRT prototype and other drug names

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conjugated equine estrogen (Premarin)
Others: transdermal estradiol (Estraderm); estradiol intravaginal tablets (Vagifem), estradiol cream (Estrace)

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estrogen HRT EPA

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binds to estrogen receptors and substitutes the fluctuating amounts of estrogen into a more stable amount of estrogen to prevent symptoms

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estrogen HRT administration

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PO and many other routes

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estrogen HRT therapeutic use

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relieves symptoms of menopause

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estrogen HRT ADRs

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nausea is very common, HTN, endometrial hyperplasia - inc risk for endometrial/ovarian cancer, thromboembolic disorders

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estrogen HRT contraindications and interactions

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History of thromboembolic events
suspect /confirmed breast, vaginal, cervical, endometrial cancer
Many drug interactions

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estrogen HRT RN intervention and client education

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Monitor BP
Monitor for s/sx of DVT/PE/MI/stroke
Avoid smoking
Stop at least 4 weeks prior to surgery
Apply intravaginal/transdermal at bedtime
Monitor pattern and amount of uterine bleeding
Report persistent vaginal bleeding
D/C if any indication of breast cancer

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23
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hormone: androgen - testosterone prototype

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testosterone (Androderm)

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testosterone therapeutic uses

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Treatment of male hypogonadism, delayed puberty, and testicular failure
Treatment of breast cancer in females
Hormone therapy for transgender males (AFAB)
EPA: synthetic testosterone

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25
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testosterone administration

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PO
IM - gluteal muscle
Intranasal
Transdermal patch: Apply to upper arm, back, abdomen, thigh, Once daily, Rotate sites. Gel - cover - do not get wet for several hours. Underarm liquid
Buccal upper gums: Pressure w/ finger x30 sec, Alternate sides of gums, Bitter taste, changes in taste
Subcutaneous - implantable or injection

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26
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testosterone ADRs

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Virilization - development of male physical characteristics (increased muscle bulk, body hair, deep voice), in females/children
Hypertension - increased risk of cardiovascular events
Increased growth of undiagnosed prostate CA
edema/weight gain
Gynecomastia
17-alpha-alkylated androgens (PO) are hepatotoxic (methyltestosterone, oxandrolone)
Abnormal bone growth - premature epiphyseal closure in children
Neuropsychiatric symptoms w/ abuse: increased irritability/aggression

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testosterone RN interventions and client education

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Educate on virilization effects - reversible with discontinuation w/discontinuation
Prostate CA screening
Periodical monitoring of weight, sodium levels
w/ children and young adults monitor height, x rays 2x per year
Monitor LFTs - educate on s/sx of liver fx
Monitor for/educate on gynecomastia
May experience changes in mood, energy, and libido

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testosterone contraindications and interactions

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Teratogenic! Males w/ breast, prostate CA, or urinary obstruction from BPH.
Black box warning for HTN
Increase action of insulin/antidiabetic meds
Increase effects of warfarin

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5-alpha reductase inhibitors prototype

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finasteride (Proscar)

30
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5-alpha reductase inhibitors therapeutic use

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BPH. Also, male pattern baldness (propecia)
Reduces risk of prostate cancer

31
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5-alpha reductase inhibitors administration

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PO

32
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5-alpha reductase inhibitors EPA

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inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to 5-alpha DHT = inhibits metabolism of testosterone, causing decreased proliferation of prostatic cells - reducing the enlargement of the prostate gland and mechanical obstruction of the urethra
Can take 6-12 months for prostate reduction and symptom improvement

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5-alpha reductase inhibitors ADRs

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reduced libido, ejaculate volume, and gynecomastia

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5-alpha reductase inhibitors RN intervention and client education

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Hazardous drug precautions: Pregnant caregivers, nurses, or pharmacists should not handle (especially if crushed) the drug, which can be absorbed and harmful to a male fetus
Monitor for and educate pt on the adverse effects
Baseline PSA, monitor periodically
Cancer screening

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5-alpha reductase inhibitors contraindications and interactions

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Women, children, pregnancy. Caution with additional obstructive urinary disorder and liver impairment

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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers prototype and other drug names

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tamsulosin (Flomax)
Others: silodosin, alfuzosin, terazosin, doxazosin (nonspecific)

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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers therapeutic use

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treats BPH and improves urination. Initial monotherapy

38
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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers administration

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PO, once daily - take 30 min after eating a meal/same time each day. Do not crush or chew

39
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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers EPA

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blocks alpha 1 adrenergic receptors = smooth muscle relaxation in the prostate and outlet of the bladder - increased urinary flow

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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers ADRs

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ejaculation irregularities, HA, dizziness
Other non specific alpha antagonists = hypotension/fainting

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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers RN intervention and client education

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Educate on altered ejaculation
- Reduced volume, possible failure, retrograde
If taking non-specific (alfuzosin, terazosin, doxazosin) educate on orthostatic hypotension
- Monitor BP
- Change positions slowly
- Do not drive if dizziness occurs

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alpha 1 - adrenergic blockers contraindications and interactions

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Erectile dysfunction meds (sildenafil)
Female and children
Caution in patients with hypotension (non selective meds) - any drugs causing hypotension

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phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors prototype and other drug names

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sidenafil (Viagra)
Others: vardenafil (Levitra), tadalafil (Cialis)

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PDE5 inhibitors therapeutic use

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erectile dysfunction

45
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PDE5 inhibitors administration

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PO, do not take more than 1 a day

46
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PDE5 inhibitors EPA

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blocks PDE5 - which normally ends an erection

47
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PDE5 inhibitors ADRS

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priapism, HA, hypotension, fainting, and dizziness. Rare ones are hearing loss and vision loss

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PDE5 inhibitors RN intervention and client education

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If prolonged erection (>4 hrs) go to ER
Monitor for adverse effects: Mild analgesic for HA, Monitor BP if dizzy, Stop if hearing or vision loss occurs
Take 1 hr prior to sexual activity
High fat foods decrease effects of dildenafil and vardenafil
DO NOT take within 24 hrs of nitrates

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PDE5 inhibitors contraindications and interactions

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Nitrates
Caution w/ recent cardiovascular events
CYP3A4 inhibitors increase effects (grapefruit juice, other meds)
Interaction w/ Tamsulosin = hypotension

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics prototype

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oxybutynin (Ditropan)

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics therapeutic use

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spastic bladder conditions (neurogenic bladders), overactive bladders: incontinence, urgency, frequency

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics administration

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PO, XR tablet, transdermal

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics EPA

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blocks muscarinic receptors in the detrusor muscle = bladder relaxation and contraction of internal sphincter

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics ADRs

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anticholinergic = DRY
Dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, mydriasis (dilated pupils), dry eyes, decreased sweating = increased temp. HA, dizziness, and drowsiness

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics RN intervention and client education

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Monitor for anticholinergic effects/crisis
Urinary retention can cause overdistended bladder and UTIs (w/lack of sensation)
Caution in high heat, excessive temperatures - risk for hyperthermia
Drink lots of water
Increase fiber intake

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anticholinergic/urinary antispasmodics contraindications and client interaction

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Closed angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, GI/GU obstruction
CYP3A4 inhibitors (grapefruitjuice, other meds - antibiotics/antifungals) = increased toxicity
CYP3A4 inducers (phenytoin, rifampin, carbamazepine) decrease effectiveness

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant prototype

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bethanechol (Urecholine)

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant therapeutic use

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non-obstructive urinary retention

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant administration

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PO, empty stomach

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant EPA

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actrivates muscarinic receptors in the detrusor muscle that lines the bladder = bladder contraction. Also relaxes internal sphincter

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant ADRs

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cholinergic = wet - salivation, lacrimation, diarrhea (GI secretions - excess acid). Hypotension and bradycardia! dizziness/faining. Bronchoconstriction. Watch for cholinergic crisis

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant RN intervention and client education

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Monitor BP, HR, resp status
Monitor for urinary output: Bedpan, urinal nearby, call bell within reach, bed alarm on
Educate regarding s/sx of hypotension
- sit/lie down if dizzy
- Do not drive

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cholinergic/urinary stimulant contraindications and interactions

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Hypotension, hyperthyroidism, asthma, GI ulcers, obstructive urinary retention
Cholinesterase inhibitors worsen cholinergic effects
Promcainamide, quinidine, atropine, epinephrine interfere with therapeutic efffects