Module 6: Chapters 47 to 60 Flashcards
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Follicular
each follicule in an ovary contains an oocyte. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) spurs follicle development by the end of the phase.
-the surge in estrogen causes luteinizing hormone and FSH to increase
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Ovulatory
the LH surge triggers ovulation 24-36 hrs later. Ovulation is the release of the egg from the ovary
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Luteal
the start of ovulation begins the luteal (last) phase, which lasts ~14 days, progesterone is dominant in this phase
what are some things to do for preconception health?
-increase folic acid (folate, vitamin B9) 400 mcg = 600 mcg when prego. folate deficiency can cause birth defects of the brain and spinal cord (neural tube defects)
-stop smoking, illicit drugs and alcohol
-keep vaccinations current
Drospirenone oral contraceptive
-progestin that is used in some COCs to reduce AEs commonly seen with oral contraceptives.
-it has a mild potassium sparing diuretic which decreases bloating
Progesterone only pills
-contain no estrogen and have 28 days of active pills
-prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation, thickening the cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration and thinning the endometrium
-needs good adherence: must be taken within 3 hours of the scheduled time
-safe in women who have migraines with aura
general tips for contraceptive names
-Lo: < 35 mcg of estrogen; less estrogen = less estrogenic SEs
-Fe: iron supplement is included
-24: shorter placebo time: 24 active + 4 placebo = 28 day cycle
Severe & rare AEs of estrogen (ACHES)
A: abdominal pain that is severe - can indicate a ruptured liver tumor or cyst, mesenteric or pelvic vein thrombosis, or the pain could be due to liver or gallbladder issue
C: chest pain- sharp, crushing or heavy pain can indicate a heart attack, SOB can indicate a PE
H: headaches- sudden and severe with vomiting or weakness/numbness on one side of the body can indicate a stroke
E: eye problem- blurry vision, flshing lights or partial/complete vision loss can indicate a blood clot in the eye
S: swelling or sudden leg pain- can indicate a DVT
BBW of hormonal contraceptives
BBW:
–> all estrogen-containing products (pils, patch, ring): do NOT use in women > 35 yrs old who smoke due to risk of serious cardio events
–> estrogen + progestin transdermal patch: do not use in women with a BMI > 30 kg/m2 (due to increased risk of thromboembolism) or dec effect (twirla)
–> Depo-Provera: loss of bone mineral density with long terms use
DO not use estrogen with these conditions:
-hx of DVT/PE, stroke, CAD
-hx of breast, ovarian or liver cancer
-severe headache or migraines with aura
drug interactions that DECREASE hormonal contraception efficacy
-abx (rifampin–> use back up method for 6 weeks after use, rifabutrin, rifapentine) strong inducers
-anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, oxacarbazepine, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate, lamotrigine)
-st johns wort
-smoking tobacco
-ritonavir
drug interactions with hormonal contraceptives: risks with hepatitis C tx
-Mavyret cannot be used with any formulation containing ethinyl estradiol due to the risk of liver toxicity
-with all new hep C drugs being dispensed to a pt using contraceptives
Drospirenone drug interactions
risk of increased potassium
Late or missed pills instructions
-start as soon as remembered
-if more than 1 COC pill is missed, back up contraception is required
-if missed pills are in the 3rd week- omit the hormone free week and start the next package of pills right away- back up contraception should be used for 7 days
Emergency contraceptives (3)
1) copper IUD: most effective, use within 5 days, lasts for up to 10 yrs
2) Ullipristal (Ella): more affective than plan B, (less effective > 195 lbs or BMI > 30), uses ASAP or 5 days
3) Levonorgestrel (plan B): less effective if > 165 lbs or BMI > 25, use ASAP/within 3 days, available OTC
infertility drugs act like endogenous hormones to trigger ovulation
-inc LH/FSH = ovulation (release of eggs)
-clomiphene acts as estrogen to inc LH/FSH = causes ovulation
-Aromatase inhibitors suppress estrogen to inc FSH = causes ovulation
-Gonadotopin drugs act as LH, FSH or hcg = causes ovualtion
-can trigger the release of multiple eggs and inc risk of multiple births
what vaccines are recommended for prego pts
-inactivated influenza
-single dose of Tdap
Teratogens in pregnancy: acne meds
-isotretinoin
-topical retinoids
Teratogens in pregnancy: antibiotics
-qionolones
-tetracyclines
Teratogens in pregnancy: anticoagulants
warfarin
Teratogens in pregnancy: Dyslipidemia, HF and HTN
-statins
-ACE
-ARBS
-aliskiren
-entresto
Teratogens in pregnancy: hormones
-estradiol
-progesterone
-raloxofene
-Duavee
-testosterone
-contraceptives
Teratogens in pregnancy: Migraine
-dihydroegotamine
-ergotamine
Teratogens in pregnancy: others
-hydroxyurea
-lithium
-methotrexate
-misoprostol
-NSAIDs
-Paroxetine
-Ribavirin
-Thalidomide
-Topiramate
-weight loss drugs
-valproic acid/divalproex
what is preeclampsia?
-complication of pregnancy that presents with elevated BP & evidence of organ damage (kidney/liver)
-if not treated, can lead to eclampsia which can lead to eclampsia - can lead to seizure/death
-only cure is delivery of baby