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Ortho Evra patch Birth Control Drug
Information
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.
WARNING: Smoking cigarettes while
using
Ortho Evra patch
medication increases your chance of
having heart problems. Do not smoke while using this medication. 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).
Online Evra Ortho Birth Control patch Use
Indication:
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 this medication
patch does not protect you or your partner against HIV or other sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs).
Review the Patient Information Leaflet. Follow all instructions on how to
use this medication 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 Ortho Evra 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
medication 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.
Medication Drug Evra Ortho Birth Control
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.
Precautions on using Ortho Evra patch Birth
Control:
Ortho Evra patch medication 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 Ortho Evra patch birth control 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. This medication 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.
Ortho Evra patch Birth Control Drug
Interaction:
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.
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