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Birth control is used to prevent pregnancy in sexually active women. There are several highly effective methods, including barrier, lifestyle and hormonal methods. The Patch is a form of hormonal birth control.
Identification
The Patch, called Ortho Evra, is a method of transdermal birth control, meaning its chemicals are absorbed through the skin. It is manufactured by Ortho Women's Health & Urology.
Function
The Patch is applied to the skin, similar to an adhesive bandage, and it delivers contraceptive hormones for seven days.
Features
The pharmaceutical website RxList.com lists the active components in the Patch as the hormones norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol.
Considerations
The American Pregnancy Association says the Patch has less than a 1 percent failure rate when used correctly and consistently.
Warning
Orthoevra.com says serious side effects associated with the use of the Patch may include blood clots, stroke and heart attacks. Minor side effects may include vomiting, application-site reaction, breast symptoms, headache and emotional changes.
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