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Medications List 2 - Birth Controls Flashcards

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Brand Names for ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate

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Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec, Tri ViLibra

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Common Strengths of ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate

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0.035 mg/0.18 mg, 0.035 mg/0.215 mg, 0.035 mg/0.25 mg

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Common Frequency of ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate

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One first phase tablet daily for 7 days, then one second phase tablet for 7 days, the one third phase tablet for 7 days, then one inactive tablet daily for 7 days

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Indications/Uses for ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate

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oral contraception, acne

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ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate claim to fame

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tri-phasics mimic natural menstrual cycle

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Side effects for all birth controls on list

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water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness), upset stomach/nausea, headache

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Non-FDA Uses of birth controls

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regulation of menstrual cycle, lessen menstrual flow, reduce painful menses

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Counseling Tips of ethinyl estradiol products

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Miss a dose: take as soon as possible or within next days’ dose (miss Monday, take 2 on Tuesday. If you miss 2 or more days, refer to package directions)

If OC not started day 1 of menses, use additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy

Take same time each day for maximum effectiveness

Some anti-convulsants (divalproex, lamotrigine) may decrease effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or increase chance of seizures

None of the medications on this list protect against HIV/AIDS/STDs

Increased Cardiovascular Risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not recommended for those over 35 years old, smoker or history of stroke/blood clots

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Brand names of ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate

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Loestrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe

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Common Strengths of ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate

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0.02 mg/1 mg/75 mg

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Common Frequency of ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate

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Take one active tablet for 21 days, then one iron tablet daily for 7 days

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ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate claim to fame

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replaces iron lost during mensus

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Brand Name for ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

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Yaz, Loryna, Jasmiel

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Common Strengths of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

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0.02 mg/3 mg

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Indications/Uses of ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate

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oral contraception, acne

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Common Frequency of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

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Active tablet daily for 24 days, then one inactive tablet daily for 4 days

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Indications/Uses for ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

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oral contraception, acne, premenstrual dysphoric disorder

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ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone claim to fame

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only four days inactive = shorter menstrual periods

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Additional Counseling Tip of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone

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drospirenone lesses the water retention/weight gain side effects of estrogen

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Brand Name of ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin

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Xulane

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Common Strengths of ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin

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0.53 mg/4.86 mg

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Common Frequency of ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin

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Apply one new patch each week for 3 weeks then week 4 is patch free

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Indications/Use of ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin

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contraception

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Additional Counseling Tip for ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin

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Same side effect profile as oral contraceptives but more common

Adhesive my cause skin rash/rotate sites

Do not cut patch

Apply to butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm

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Brand name for ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
NuvaRing
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Common Strength of ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
0.015 mg/0.12 mg/ 24 hours ER
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Common Frequency of ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
Insert one ring into vagina on or before day 5 of cycle and leave in for 3 weeks, then remove on week 4 and discard
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Indications/Uses of ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
contraception
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Additional Counseling Tip for ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
If it falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours Don't remove for intercourse Ring is drug delivery device, not a barrier
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Brand Name of medoxyprogesterone
Depo-Provera
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Common Strength of medoxyprogesterone
150 mg/mL
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Common Frequency of medoxyprogesterone
150 mg deep intramuscular injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months
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Indications/Uses of medoxyprogesterone
contraception, endometriosis pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea
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medoxyprogesterone claim to fame
no estrogen
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Additional Counseling Tips of medoxyprogesterone
Nervousness Administration by healthcare professional Don't use more than 2 years due to potential bone loss Spotting or absent menses may result
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Brand Names for levonorgestrel (OTC)
Plan B One Step, EContra One Step
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Common Strength of levonorgestrel
1.5 mg
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Common Frequency of levonorgestrel
Take one tablet PO as soon as possible within 72 hours of unprotected sex
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Indication/Use of levonorgestrel
emergency post-coital contraception
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Additional Counseling Tips of levonorgestrel
Same side effects as oral contraceptives but more common Fatigue No evidence of interaction with antibiotics Will not terminate existing pregnancy
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Brand Names of clonazepam
Klonopin
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Common Strength of clonazepam
0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg
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Common Frequency of clonazepam
QD, BID, TID, QID
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Indications/Uses of clonazepam
Panic disorder Seizure disorders Off label use: anxiety
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Additional Counseling Tips of clonazepam
Drowsiness Fatigue Ataxia Behavioral Problems
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Brand Name of alprazolam
Xanax
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Common Strengths of alprazolam
0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg
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Common Frequency of alprazolam
BID, TID, PRN
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Indications/Use of alprazolam
panic disorder, anxiety
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Additional Counseling Tips of alprazolam
Confusion Drowsiness Excessive drowsiness with alcohol - avoid Do not stop drug suddenly if taking routinely
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Brand Name for cyclobenzaprine
Flexeril
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Common Strength for cyclobenzaprine
5 mg, 10mg
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Common Frequency for cyclobenzaprine
QD, TID, PRN
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Indications/Uses for cyclobenzaprine
muscle spasm
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Additional Counseling Tips for cyclobenzaprine
Dry Mouth (aka xerostomia) Dizziness Drowsiness

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