|
Ortho Evra Patch
 |
Ortha EVRA, © Ortho-McNeil
Pharmaceutical ORTHO EVRA is the first birth control patch
approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). ORTHO
EVRA is an easy-to-use, safe and effective new birth control
option for women. It is the first weekly form of birth control
that's as effective as the Pill. ORTHO EVRA is more than 99
percent effective when used correctly. Because ORTHO EVRA
is a small, thin and smooth patch, you can easily wear it
under your clothes. |
Ortho Evra Patch Medical Information:
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 patch does not protect
you or your partner against HIV or other sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs).
How to Use Ortho Evra Patch : Review
the Patient Information Leaflet. Follow all instructions on how
to
use Ortho Evra Patch
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 Evra 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 Evra 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.
Ortho Evra Patch 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.
Overdose: Overdose with this product
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.
Notes: Do not share Ortho Evra Patch
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.
Ortho Evra Patch Common Misspellings:
Ortho Evra Patch is often misspelled, as many people hear the word
, write it down, and spell it the incorrect way. Here are a
few of the most common misspellings for Ortho Evra Patch
: Orto Evra,
OrthoEvra, Ortoevra, Ortho Bra, Orthovra, Orthovira, Orthovista,
Orthoevra Pathc, Ortho Evra Patch, irtho evra patch,
9rtho evra patch,
0rtho evra patch,
prtho evra patch,
lrtho evra patch,
krtho evra patch,
oetho evra patch,
o4tho evra patch,
o5tho evra patch,
ottho evra patch,
oftho evra patch,
odtho evra patch,
orrho evra patch,
or5ho evra patch,
or6ho evra patch,
oryho evra patch,
orgho evra patch,
orfho evra patch,
ortgo evra patch,
ortyo evra patch,
ortuo evra patch,
ortjo evra patch,
ortno evra patch,
ortno evra patch,
orthi evra patch,
orth9 evra patch,
orth0 evra patch,
orthp evra patch,
orthl evra patch,
orthk evra patch,
ortho wvra patch,
ortho 3vra patch,
ortho 4vra patch,
ortho rvra patch,
ortho dvra patch,
ortho svra patch,
ortho ecra patch,
ortho efra patch,
ortho egra patch,
ortho ebra patch,
ortho e ra patch,
ortho evea patch,
ortho ev4a patch,
ortho ev5a patch,
ortho evta patch,
ortho evfa patch,
ortho evda patch,
ortho evrq patch,
ortho evrw patch,
ortho evrs patch,
ortho evrz patch,
ortho evra oatch,
ortho evra 0atch,
ortho evra -atch,
ortho evra [atch,
ortho evra ;atch,
ortho evra latch,
ortho evra pqtch,
ortho evra pwtch,
ortho evra pstch,
ortho evra pztch,
ortho evra parch,
ortho evra pa5ch,
ortho evra pa6ch,
ortho evra paych,
ortho evra pagch,
ortho evra pafch,
ortho evra patxh,
ortho evra patsh,
ortho evra patdh,
ortho evra patch,
ortho evra pat h,
ortho evra patcg,
ortho evra patcy,
ortho evra patcu,
ortho evra patcj,
ortho evra patcn,
ortho evra patcn
. Full correct name of this drug is "Ortho
Evra Patch". |