Question

FEMALE PT WANTS CONTRACEPTION

she takes
lisinopril (Prinivil,
Zestril) for hypertension and also takes sumatriptan (Imitrex) occasionally for migraines at
the first sign of flashing lights or zigzagging lines in her vision.
Which contraception is suitable for a female patient who takes lisinopril for hypertension and sumatriptan occasionally for migraines?
A) Transdermal norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol (Ortho Evra)
B) The etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring (NuvaRing)
C) Neither method due to her migraines
D) Neither method due to her age
E) Losing weight before starting either method

Answer 1

Both transdermal norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol (Ortho Evra) and the etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring (NuvaRing) are suitable contraceptive methods for a female patient taking lisinopril for hypertension and sumatriptan occasionally for migraines.

Step-by-step explanation:

For a female patient who takes lisinopril for hypertension and sumatriptan occasionally for migraines, both transdermal norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol (Ortho Evra) and the etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring (NuvaRing) can be suitable contraceptive methods. These methods do not interact with the lisinopril or sumatriptan and can be safely used. It is important for the patient to discuss her options with a healthcare provider to determine the most suitable method for her.