Patches
The combined patch is a small, flexible, adhesive piece of plastic worn on the body that releases estrogen and progestin to prevent pregnancy.
Synopsis
The combined patch, also called Ortho Evra and Evra, is an adhesive piece of plastic worn on the body straight for 3 weeks. For the fourth week, the patch is removed for the user to menstruate. The patch works by preventing ovulation through continuously releasing estrogen and progestin through the skin into the bloodstream.
The combined patch, also called Ortho Evra and Evra, is an adhesive piece of plastic worn on the body straight for 3 weeks. For the fourth week, the patch is removed for the user to menstruate. The patch works by preventing ovulation through continuously releasing estrogen and progestin through the skin into the bloodstream.
Key Points
- The patch is worn for 3 weeks, day and night.
- The patch should be replaced each month on time for greatest effectiveness.
- Irregular bleeding is common and may occur for the first few months, but this is not harmful and usually returns to normal.
Effectiveness
Effectiveness depends on the user. 93%. When no mistakes are made with use of the patch, less than 1 in every 100 will become pregnant in the first year of using the patch. There is higher risk of pregnancy for individuals weighing 198 pounds or more.
Effectiveness depends on the user. 93%. When no mistakes are made with use of the patch, less than 1 in every 100 will become pregnant in the first year of using the patch. There is higher risk of pregnancy for individuals weighing 198 pounds or more.
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