ROYAL AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
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澳大利亚皇家全科医生学院
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1973
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通讯作者:
F. Farrar
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作者:
F. Farrar
Initial Consultation • Obtain history: unprotected intercourse within 72 hours of presentation? • Prior episode(s) of unprotected intercourse in same menstrual cycle? • Any contraindications to progestogen use? • Negative urine pregnancy test if considered necessary to test • Check BP. Elevated BP is not a contraindication but requires further investigation • If no symptoms of sexually transmitted infection (STI), delay pelvic examination until followup • Review ECP efficacy, safety and instructions for use. • Mention that although highly effective, the ECP is not 100% effective. • Consider the cost. Currently it is cheaper to prescribe the progesterone-only oral contraceptive pill (Microval® or Microlut®) for two doses, however a current Medicare card and health care card (if applicable) must be shown at the pharmacy. Postinor-2® can be supplied via private prescription (~$20-$25), obviating the need for unique patient identification. • Inform the patient that she needs to return to the GP if she vomits within 2 hours of a dose. • Assist the patient to work out the timing so that the second dose is given at a convenient time. • Discuss side effects (nausea, vomiting and less common side effects of breast pain, dizziness, tiredness, spot bleeding). These are evidence that the medication is working.