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16 Cards in this Set
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What drugs are in the combined OCP and how do they work?
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estrogen and progestogen
stops ovaries from releasing egg each month (progestogen-only changes cervical mucus so sperm cannot pass through) |
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% effectiveness of combined pill if taken properly
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98%
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possible SEs of OCP
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-nausea
-mood changes -loss of libido -breast tenderness breah-thru bleeding |
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contraindications for OCP
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-liver problems
-migraine w/aura -history of blood clotting -unusual vaginal bleeding |
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How soon must be emergency pill be taken?
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Within 120h (5d) after unprotected sex, but better the sooner it's taken.
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How is emergency pill taken?
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two singles pills taken at once or 12h apart
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How effective is the emergency pill if properly taken?
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85%
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SEs of emergency pill
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breast tenderness, headaches (both uncommon)
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How often are Depo Provera injections given?
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every 12w
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effective of depo provera
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>99%
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SEs of depo-provera
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weight gain
may stop bleeding (not harmful) headaches depression [effects can last up to 12w and it can take up to 10m after last injection to become pregnant] |
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Can depo-provera be used while breast-feeding?
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Yes.
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How effective is the copper IUD?
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about 98%
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SEs of copper IUD
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may get heavier, prolonged periods or more cramps w/periods
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pros and cons of IUD
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pros:
effective right away cheap overall cost don't have to do anything at the time of sex cons: initial cost is high risk of PID --> infertility (not first choice in nulliparous) |
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How effective is the hormonal IUD?
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>99%
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