Week 6 Drugs Affecting the Reproductive System ALREADY STARTED Flashcards
Endocrine system is a system of __ and __ __ (aka ___ ) throughout the body
glands
circulating substances
messengers
These circulating substances and messengers (which is part of the endocrine system) interact with the __ __. This interaction is termed __.
nervous system
feedback
Feedback responses by the nervous system helps maintain __.
homeostasis
We are so honored to be in the presence of such trust and faith in our abilities to care……
without judgments directed toward the patient
Many patients and families ___ ____ that you will judge them or look down upon them in some way when it comes to content in this area and to aspects of our most private lives. We must be on our guard to not let this happen.
simply expect
What are the different types of reproductive agents?
- oral contraceptives
- hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- male reproductive agents
- Hormone therapy in transgender care
What are the 3 types of male reproductive agents?
- testosterone
- anabolic steroids
- drugs for erectile dysfunction (ED)
What are the MOST effective contraceptive option?
- Male/Female Sterilization
2. IUD/ IUS Implants
The MOST effective contraceptive options prevent pregnancy __ of the time
> 99%
What are VERY effective contraceptive options?
Pills
Injectables
Patch
Ring
The VERY effective contraceptive options prevent pregnancy ~ __ - ___of the time
~91-99%
What are MODERATELY effective contraceptive options?
Male/Female Condom
Sponge
Diaphragm
The MODERATELY effective contraceptive options prevent pregnancy ~ __ - ___of the time
~81-90%
EFFECTIVE contraceptive options include?
- fertility awareness
- cervical cap
- spermicide
Effectiveness rates for most of the contraceptive method are expressed as __ __ , or the percentage of women who can be expected to become pregnant within the __ __ they use that method.
failure rates
first year
Effectiveness rates are given with both __ use and __ use.
perfect
typical
What does perfect use mean when it comes to effectiveness rates?
correct and consistent use of the method with every act of intercourse
What does typical use mean when it comes to effectiveness rates?
actual use, including occasional, inconsistent, or incorrect use
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use NO METHOD?
850
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use WITHDRAWAL ?
270
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use a MALE CONDOM?
150
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use PILL?
80
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use an INJECTABLE?
30
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use an IMPLANT?
0.5
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use IUD (LNG-IUS, Copper T)?
2-8
What are the number of unintended pregnancies among 1,000 women in their 1st year of (typical) use when they use STERILIZATION (M/F)?
1.5 -5
According to data from Trussell and WHO Global FP handbook, studies show withdrawal’s failure rate at __ %
18%
Implants are __ times more effective than injectables.
60
IUDs are __-__ times more effective than pills.
10-40
Vasectomy is __ times more effective than condoms.
100
LAPMs are __-__ times more effective and this translates into much lower greatly reduction the deleterious health, economic, and social effects of unintended pregnancies
30-50
In pregnancy and postpartum the use of __ and __ __ are a concern
prescription
nonprescription
Many maternal physiologic changes of pregnancy and postpartum affect __ __ and __
drug action and use
There are a __ number of drugs conclusively safe for embryo
limited
What are substances that cause developmental abnormalities?
teratogens
Teratogenic fetus results in characteristic set of __
malformations
Teratogens exert effects at a __ stage of fetal development
particular
What are two teratogens and their detrimental effects to the fetus?
- Cigarette smoking (intrauterine growth restriction, stillbirth)
- Alcohol (neurocognitive delay, miscarriage)
What are the 5 FDA pregnancy categories?
A. Studies show no fetal risk.
B. No fetal risk in animal studies; no risk assumed in
humans.
C. Fetal risk in animal studies; weigh risk vs. benefit.
D. Proven fetal risk; weigh risk vs. benefit if life-
threatening
X. Proven fetal risk; risk > benefit; avoid in pregnancy
Which drugs have a significant teratogenic effects/adverse effects?
ACE Inhibitors Amphetamines Androgens Busulfan Cocaine Diazepam Ethanol Heroin Metronidazole Phenytoin Smoking Thalidomide Tetracycline Warfarin
For the maternal pt, medications may have different effects on __ __ due to __ __
reproductive tissues
hormonal changes
Physiologic changes during pregnancy may lead to need for __
medications
What are two examples of meds that pregnant pts need because of physiologic changes?
Cardiac Glycoside and Diuretics for heart failure due to increased cardiac workload during pregnancy
In the menstrual cycle, the menarche average age is
11.6 years
At the start of the menstrual cycle, ovaries being a __ to __ year period of cyclic function
30-40
In menopause, there is a failure to respond to __ secreted by the __ __ __
gonadotropoins
anterior pituitary gland
Gonadotropins are produeced by
anterior pituitary
What role does follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) play in women and men?
Women: follicle development
Men: spermatogenesis
What role does Luteinizing hormone (LH) play in women and men?
Women: estrogen and progesterone production, mid-cycle surge leads to ovulation
Men: testosterone production
Interaction of __ and __ are necessary for ovulation and sperm maturation
FSH ; LH
What are the therapeutic uses for estrogen and progestin?
- contraception
2. menopausal hormone therapy
What are the two estrogen- and progesterone-receptor antagonists?
- Anti-estrogen
2. Anti-progestin
What is anti-estrogen used for?
hormone responsive to breast cancer and infertility
What is anti-progestin used for?
medical abortion
What are the most commonly prescribed contraceptives?
Estrogen-Progestin Combination Products
Estrogen-Progestin Combination Products are __ to use, have a __ degree of effectiveness, and are relatively __.
easy
high
safe
Estrogen-Progestin Combination Products are differentiated based on the __ of the __ component and type of __ used
strength
estrogen
progestin
The goal of Estrogen-Progestin Combination Products is to have the __ __ and fewest undated __ __
best protection; side effects
Estrogen-Progestin Combination Products can be administered:
oral
transdermal
transvaginal
What is the physiologic mechanism of oral contraceptives?
- suppresses pituiatry secretion of FSH and LH
- Creates changes in the endometrium to make it less favorable for implantation of fertilized ovum
- Change quantity and viscosity of the cervical mucus to make it hostile to sperm
What are factors influencing a woman’s use of contraceptives?
- cultural/personal attitudes
- personal situation
- contraceptive use/ knowledge
- sexual education
- media
- health care system barriers
How does the media influence a woman’s use of contraceptives?
the media overemphasizes sex while virtually ignoring contraception
How does sexual education influence a woman’s use of contraceptives?
Lack of comprehensive sexual education and emphasis on abstinence-only sex ed
How do cultural/personal attitudes influence a woman’s use of contraceptives?
Cultural and personal attitudes and barriers that prevent patients from adequately assessing pregnancy risk and using contraceptives when they don’t want to become pregnant
How does partner situation influence a woman’s use of contraceptives?
Partner situation (eg, partner’s feeling about contraception, situations involving intimate partner violence)
What health care barriers are there that influence a woman’s use of contraceptives?
- delayed initiation of contraception, common myths and misperceptions about obtaining and using contraceptives
- insurance barriers (eg, lack of insurance or aspects of insurance that interfere with effective use of contraceptives)
- and clinician limitations (including lack of experience and training in providing certain contraceptive methods and/or counseling)
What are the three types of estrogen-progestin combination BCPs (Birth Control Pills)?
- Monophasics
- Biphasics
- Triphasics
Monophasic BCPs are __ __ . They have a fixed ratio of __ and __ throughout the cycle
most common
estrogen; progestin
Biphasic BCPs have fixed __ but their __ varies
estrogen
progesterone
Triphasic BCPs are the __ combination pill. In low doses, they have __ __ __ (e.g. __)
Either __ or __ varies during 3 phases
newest
few side effects; bleeding
estrogen; progesterone
Is withdrawal bleeding a true menstrual period?
no
In withdrawal bleeding, bleeding can…
vary in amount and duration
Researchers have established that a monthly episode of withdrawal bleeding is…
NOT necessary to maintaining a healthy uterus
What is an EXTENDED CYCLE BCP?
Loestrin 24 Fe (Norethindrone acetate/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol and ferrous fumarate)