Reproductive System Drug Class Functions Flashcards
Drugs for Erectile Dysfunction
Treats erectile dysfunction
Testosterone-Only Hormone Therapy Products
Used to help fatigue, erectile dysfunction, and loss of sex drive
Estrogen-Only Hormone Therapy Products
Helps with thinning of bones (osteoporosis) in menopausal women
Side effects include increased cervical mucus, increase breast tissue, sodium retention, carbohydrate metabolism, and calcium utilization
Progestin-Only Hormone Therapy Products
Used for contraception, prevention of uterine cancer in women who take HRT (hormone replacement therapy), treatment of menstrual dysfunction, and prevention of endometrial enlargement
Combinations Oral Contraceptives
Birth control
Emergency Contraceptives
Used after the event of unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy