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Ortho EvraŽ is a safe, effective and easy-to-use birth control patch for women. It is the first birth control patch approved by the U.S. FDA, and the first weekly form of birth control that is as effective as the Pill. Ortho EvraŽ is a small, thin patch, designed to be worn under your clothes; it's easy to wear, and is more than 99% effective when used correctly.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch
Important Ortho EvraŽ Patch Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed
to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or
effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
using this drug.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Warning
Smoking cigarettes while using Ortho Evra Patch increases your
chance of having heart problems. Do not smoke while using
Ortho Evra Patch. The risk of heart problems increases with
age (women greater than 35 years of age) and with frequent
smoking (15 cigarettes per day or greater).
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Uses
This combination hormone patch is used to prevent pregnancy.
It contains hormones similar to those in birth control pills.
The hormones release from the patch slowly over time. Using
Ortho Evra Patch does not protect you or your partner
against HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
How
to Use Ortho EvraŽ Patch
Review the Patient Information Leaflet. Follow all instructions
on how to use Ortho Evra Patch and also the best time
(during your menstrual cycle) to start using the patch. If
any of the information is unclear, consult your doctor or
pharmacist. Open the patch container and apply one patch to
an area of clean, dry skin on the buttock, abdomen, upper
outer arm, or upper body (torso) exactly as directed by your
doctor. The patch is worn for 7 days. Do not apply the patch
to the breast(s), the area around the breast(s); to red, cut,
or irritated skin; or over other topical products (e.g., make-up,
creams, lotions, powders). After 7 days, remove the old patch
and apply a new patch. Repeat this weekly cycle for 3 weeks
(3 patches equal 1 cycle). After your third patch is removed,
you will have one week without using the patch. Your menstrual
cycle (period) usually should start during the week when you
do not use the patch. If your menstrual cycle (period) does
not begin during this week, consult your doctor. After your
4th week, begin a new patch cycle, even if you still are experiencing
some bleeding (still having your period). Do not go longer
than 7 days without a patch. Doing so may make Ortho Evra Patch
less effective. If the medication patch accidentally comes
off, is removed, or if it becomes detached, apply a new patch.
If it is detached or comes off for longer than 24 hours, or
if you are not sure how long the patch has been detached or
removed, use additional forms of birth control (e.g., condoms,
spermicide) for at least 7 days and continue with the same
cycle. After removing each patch, fold the patch in half so
it sticks to itself and discard it in a trash container. Do
not discard or flush the patches down a toilet. If you weigh
more than 198 pounds (90 kg), this patch may not work as well
for you. Make sure your doctor knows your current weight and
ask about which form of birth control is best for you. If
any of this information is unclear, consult the Patient Information
Leaflet or your doctor or pharmacist.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, headache, redness or itching at the patch
application site, dizziness, breast tenderness, vaginal discomfort/irritation,
or stomach cramping/bloating may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Promptly tell your
doctor if any of these side effects occur: dark patches on
the skin (melasma), change in appetite, weight changes (gain
or loss), problem wearing contact lenses. Tell your doctor
immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: unusual
vaginal discharge, changes in vaginal bleeding (e.g., spotting,
breakthrough bleeding, prolonged or complete stoppage of bleeding),
swelling, severe headache, mental/mood changes. Tell your
doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side
effects occur: pain in the groin or lower legs, trouble breathing,
rash, chest pain, stomach pain, vision or eye problems. Tell
your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but
very serious side effects occur: yellowing eyes or skin, dark
urine, one-sided weakness, numbness in the arms/legs, lumps
in the breast. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Precautions
Ortho Evra Patch is not recommended for use if you have the
following medical conditions: blood circulation problems (e.g.,
history of blood clots in the legs or groin), history of heart
disease or stroke, severe high blood pressure, diabetes (especially
affecting the circulation), severe headaches, recent major
surgery, long periods of sitting or lying down (e.g., immobility
such as being bedridden), liver problems, history of yellowing
eyes and skin (jaundice) during pregnancy or while using birth
control pills, cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer),
undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding, currently pregnant,
heavy tobacco use (if 35 years old or greater). Tell your
doctor your medical history, especially of: high cholesterol
or triglyceride (fat) levels, depression, high blood pressure,
gallbladder problems, thyroid problems, any allergies. Do
not smoke cigarettes. Hormonal birth control (e.g., pills,
injections, devices) products combined with smoking cigarettes
significantly increase your risk for strokes, blood clots,
high blood pressure, and heart attacks; especially in women
older than 35 years of age. Ask your doctor or pharmacist
or consult the patient information leaflet that comes with
this product for more details. Before having surgery, including
dental surgery, tell the doctor(s) that you are using this
product. The drugs in this patch may cause blotchy, dark areas
on your skin (melasma) and sunlight may intensify this effect.
If this occurs, avoid prolonged sun exposure, use a sunscreen,
and wear protective clothing when outdoors. If you are near-sighted
or wear contact lenses, you may develop vision problems or
may have problems wearing your contact lenses. Contact your
eye doctor if these problems occur. Ortho Evra Patch device
must not be used in pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think
you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. The medication
from this patch passes into breast milk and may have undesirable
effects on the nursing infant. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
Drug
Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication
you may use, especially: anti-seizure medicine (e.g., carbamazepine,
felbamate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, topiramate), certain
antibiotics (e.g., ampicillin, erythromycin), HIV protease
inhibitors (e.g., indinavir, ritonavir), phenylbutazone, griseofulvin,
atorvastatin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole),
rifampin, St John's wort, cyclosporine, temazepam, prednisolone,
morphine, theophylline, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), acetaminophen,
aspirin, clofibric acid, modafinil, troglitazone. This product
can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., blood tests
such as glucose, clotting factors, or thyroid). Make sure
laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use this product.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Overdose
Overdose with Ortho Evra Patch is highly unlikely. If overdose
is suspected, remove the patch (or patches) and contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This medicine device may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms
of overdose may include: severe nausea, vomiting, unusual
vaginal bleeding or irregular menstrual periods.
Ortho EvraŽ Patch Notes
Do not share Ortho Evra Patch with others. Keep all appointments
with your doctor and when having laboratory tests performed.
You should have a complete physical exam including blood pressure,
breast exams, pelvic exams, and PAP smears at least once a
year.
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