Hormonal Methods of Birth Control
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Which medications can decrease the effectiveness of hormonal birth control methods like the pill, patch, and ring?

  • Antidepressants
  • Antibiotics
  • Antihistamines
  • Anticonvulsants (correct)
  • What is a potential side effect of birth control pills according to the text?

  • Decreased risk of blood clots
  • Weight gain (correct)
  • Improved skin complexion
  • Reduced menstrual bleeding
  • Which hormone does Depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera) contain?

  • Estrogen
  • Progestin (correct)
  • Both estrogen and progestin
  • None of the above
  • What should you do if you experience continuing side effects from taking birth control pills?

    <p>Consult your medical care team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera) affect seizures in patients who have them?

    <p>It reduces seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following anticonvulsants may potentially reduce the effectiveness of hormonal birth control?

    <p>Lamotrigine (Lamictal®)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic can decrease the efficacy of hormonal birth control?

    <p>Rifampin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of continuous dosing of birth control pills?

    <p>Reduced days of menstrual bleeding per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pill regimen involves taking all active pills for three weeks and immediately starting a new pack without a break?

    <p>Mono phasic pill packs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using birth control patches?

    <p>To replace oral contraceptives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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