10 Questions
What is a common adverse effect of medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Weight gain
What is the primary mechanism of action for combination oral contraceptives?
Preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus
Which contraceptive method is less effective in women weighing greater than 90 kg?
Transdermal patch
Which of the following is a characteristic of triphasic oral contraceptive products?
Constant dose of estrogen with increasing doses of progestin
What is the primary reason progestin-only pills are preferred in breast-feeding patients?
They do not have an effect on milk production
What is the typical duration of active pills in a standard oral contraceptive regimen?
21 to 24 days
How often is medroxyprogesterone acetate administered?
Every 3 months
What is a potential long-term consequence of using medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Osteoporosis
What is the effect of using extended-cycle contraception?
Less frequent withdrawal bleeding
What is the purpose of the placebo pills in an oral contraceptive regimen?
To allow for withdrawal bleeding and hormone regulation
Test your knowledge on different types of contraceptives, including hormonal and non-hormonal methods, their frequency of use, and overview of hormonal methods. Learn about combination oral contraceptives and other types of birth control.
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