WHAT IS IT
Ethinyl estradiol is a form of estrogen and norelgestromin
is a form of progesterone. These are both female hormones
involved in conception. The Ortho Evra-Patch topical
patch releases estrogen and progesterone that are absorbed
directly through the skin.
OVER DOSE
An overdose of Ortho Evra-Patch is unlikely to occur
because the Ortho Evra-Patch holding the medicine releases
a steady amount of contraceptive hormones. Do not use
more than one Ortho Evra-Patch at a time. If you do
suspect an overdose, or if the med has been ingested,
call an emergency room or poison control center for
advice. Symptoms of an overdose of combination hormonal
contraceptives may include:
nausea
vomiting
vaginal bleeding
SIDE EFFECTS
If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives), stop taking esomeprazole and seek
emergency medical attention. Other, less serious side
effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take
esomeprazole and talk to your doctor if you experience:
headache
diarrhea
nausea
flatulence
abdominal pain or constipation
dry mouth.
Side effects other than those listed here
may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect
that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
PRECAUTIONS
Avoid smoking. It greatly increases the risk of a heart
attack, stroke or blood clot formation while using
hormonal birth control. Ortho Evra-Patch does not protect
you from sexually transmitted diseases--including HIV
and AIDS. Using a condom is the only way to protect
yourself from these diseases.
WHAT TO KNOW
Ortho Evra-Patch does not protect you from sexually transmitted
diseases--including HIV and AIDS. Using a condom is the
only way to protect yourself from these diseases.
