NR 566 – Advanced Pharmacology and Therapeutics: Sexually Transmitted Infection Management (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Bacterial Vaginosis, HSV, Trichomoniasis), Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Pharmacotherapy, Progestin and Testosterone Hormone Therapy, Erectile

NR 566 – Advanced Pharmacology and Therapeutics: Sexually Transmitted Infection Management (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Bacterial Vaginosis, HSV, Trichomoniasis), Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Pharmacotherapy, Progestin and Testosterone Hormone Therapy, Erectile Dysfunction Treatment, Anticonvulsant–Oral Contraceptive Interactions, and Long-Acting Reversible Contraception – Final Exam Questions Verified and Provided with Complete A+ Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026 What is the first line treatment for Chlamydia that only needs to be taken orally once? Azithromycin 1000mg What is the first line treatment for Chlamydia that is taken BID for 7 days? Doxycycline 100mg What is the IM treatment for uncomplicated gonorrhea? Ceftriaxone 500mg IM ceftriaxone can be given with or without this medication to treat gonorrhea. Doxycycline 100mg BID Treatment for bacterial vaginosis in a non pregnant patient. Metronidazole 500mg BID for 7 days What are two treatments for bacterial vaginosis in a pregnant patient. Vaginal metronidazole 2% for 7 days. Clindamycin 1% for 7 days. First line treatment for HSV. Acyclovir 400mg three times a day for 7-10 days. Second line treatment for HSV. Acyclovir 800mg BID for 5 days. Trichomoniasis treatment for women. Metronidazole 500mg BID for 7 days. Tinidazole 2grams single dose. Trichomoniasis treatment for men. Metronidazole 2grams single dose. Tinidazole 2grams single dose. What are doxazosin side effects? hypotension, dizziness, nasal congestion What is doxazosin used to treat? BPH Dutasteride (Avodart) is used to treat what? BPH How long does it take to see effects of Dutasteride (Avodart)? May take months. Patient should continue to take it even if improvement is not seen right away. What are side effects of Dutasteride (Avodart)? May lower ejaculatory volume. May lower libido. How do you know that Terazosin (Hytrin) is working? Symptoms of dysuria, urgency, UTI, and hesitancy improve. When is it not safe to prescribe progesterone? If a patient is pregnant or has had a hysterectomy. Breast cancer. Arterial disease. Previous diagnosis of depression. What are side effects of progestin oral contraceptives? irregular bleeding Patient teaching about progestin oral contraceptives. Must take at the same time every day to be effective. May cause inconsistent bleeding. Benefits of using medroxyprogesterone acetate? (Depo-Provera) Does not cause thrombolytic disorders, headache, nausea, or other adverse effects associated with combo OC's. Testosterone replacement therapy routes. Pill, injection, patch. What are teaching points about testosterone patch? Wash hands after applying Cover site after dried Wash application site before skin to skin contact May cause rash at application site