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  VAGINAL CONTRACEPTIVES Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form ·        Vaginal contraceptives are a form of birth control used to prevent pregnancy. ·        These contraceptives are inserted into the vagina and work through various mechanisms to inhibit sperm from fertilizing an egg. Definition ·        Vaginal contraceptives refer to methods of contraception that are administered via the vaginal route. ·        These include hormonal and non-hormonal methods designed to prevent pregnancy. Classification 1.      Hormonal Vaginal Contraceptives : o    Vaginal Rings : §   Example : NuvaRing (etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol) o    Hormonal Gels : §   Example : Phexxi (lactic acid, citric acid, ...

HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form ·        Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) involves the administration of hormones to alleviate symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances or deficiencies, particularly in menopausal women. ·        HRT aims to replace hormones such as estrogen and progesterone that the body no longer produces after menopause, improving the quality of life and reducing the risk of osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases. Definition ·        Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a medical treatment in which hormones, typically estrogen and progesterone, are prescribed to relieve symptoms associated with menopause or hormonal imbalances. Classification 1.      Estrogen-only HRT: o    Used primarily for w...