Save
Upgrade to remove ads
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

RxPrep

Menopause (CH 49)

QuestionAnswer
What is most effective for vasomotor symptoms? Systemic estrogen
When must progesterone be added to estrogen? If uterus intact
Why add progestin with estrogen? Prevent endometrial cancer
Preferred for vaginal symptoms only? Local vaginal estrogen
Lower VTE risk formulation? Transdermal or topical estrogen
Estrogen boxed warnings? VTE, stroke, dementia, breast cancer
Unopposed estrogen risk? Endometrial cancer
Estrogen major ADRs? Edema, headache, weight gain
Estrogen contraindications? Breast cancer, VTE, pregnancy
What is Estrace? Vaginal estradiol cream
What is Estring? Vaginal ring
What is Vagifem? Vaginal tablet
What is Imvexxy? Vaginal insert
What is premarin? Conjugated estrogen (tabs and injection)
What is Provera? medroxyprogesterone tabs, depo-Provera is SC injections
What is prometrium? Micronized progesterone oral tab
What is Ospemifene used for? Dyspareunia
Ospemifene boxed warnings? Same as estrogen (VTE, stroke)
Ospemifene contraindication? Severe hepatic impairment
Ospemifene common side effects? Hot flashes, discharge
What is Brisdelle (paroxetine) used for? Vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats)
Paroxetine major DDI? Decreases tamoxifen effectiveness, 2D6 inhibition
What is Veozah? Fezolinetant, Neurokinin-B antagonist
Fezolinetant boxed warning? Hepatotoxicity
Fezolinetant contraindications? Cirrhosis, severe renal impairment
Fezolinetant common ADRs? Hot flashes, ↑ LFTs
Evamist spray counseling? Apply to inside of forearm, avoid skin contact with others
Estrogen patch placement? Lower abdomen below waistline
Topical gel absorption? Allow it to dry
Best for hot flashes? Systemic estrogen
Best for vaginal dryness? local estrogen
Use nonhormonal when? Contraindication to estrogen
Progestin warnings? Mood changes, spotting
Advantage of micronized progestin (medroxyprogesterone)? Lower CV risk
Which population has a higher risk for cancer on estrogens? Elderly
Which drugs contain a combo of estrogen and progrestin products? Prempro, Premphase, Combipatch, Activella, Angeliq, Femhrt, Bijuva.
What is actevella Estradiol/norethindrone
What is Climara pro? Estradiol/levonorgestrel
Which products are estrogen only? Premarin (pills), Estrace (pills, now often generic), Climara (patch), Vivelle-Dot (patch).
Created by: cdaughtry
 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards