Ortho Evra Patch Warnings

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Easy to read patient leaflet for Ortho Evra patch. Includes indications, proper use, special instructions, precautions, and possible side effects.

Sep 26, 2013  Video embedded  Warning for Ortho Evra Patch - the FDA has updated the label on the Ortho Evra Contraceptive Patch to including information.

New Warnings for Birth Control Patch. Woman using Ortho Evra, take note you are receiving a higher dosage of estrogen than found in most birth control pills.

Jan 18, 2008  The FDA has strengthened its warning on the risk of serious blood clots in women using the Ortho Evra birth control skin patch.

Jan 14, 2016  Learn about warnings and precautions for the drug Ortho Evra Norelgestromin, Ethinyl Estradiol Transdermal.

Before using this medication patch, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to ethinyl estradiol or norelgestromin; or to other estrogens or progestins; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood clots for example, in the legs, eyes, lungs, blood clotting disorders such as protein C or protein S deficiency, high blood pressure, abnormal breast exam, cancer especially endometrial or breast cancer, high cholesterol or triglyceride blood fat levels, depression, diabetes, family medical history especially angioedema, gallbladder problems, severe headaches/migraines, heart problems such as heart valve disease, irregular heartbeat, previous heart attack, history of yellowing eyes/skin jaundice during pregnancy or while using hormonal birth control such as pills, patch, liver disease including tumors, stroke, swelling edema, thyroid problems, unexplained vaginal bleeding.

If you weigh more than 198 pounds 90 kilograms, this patch may not work well for you. Make sure your doctor knows your current weight, and ask about which form of birth control will work best for you.

If you have diabetes, this medication may make it harder to control your blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar levels regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet.

Tell your doctor if you just had or will be having surgery or if you will be confined to a bed or chair for a long time such as a long plane flight. These conditions increase your risk of getting blood clots, especially if you are using hormonal birth control. You may need to stop this medication for a time or take special precautions.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products.

This product may cause blotchy, dark areas on your skin melasma. Sunlight may worsen this effect. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, sunlamps, and tanning booths. Use a sunscreen, and wear protective clothing when outdoors.

If you are nearsighted or wear contact lenses, you may develop vision problems or trouble wearing your contact lenses. Contact your eye doctor if these problems occur.

If you are going to have an MRI test, tell testing personnel that you are using this patch. Some patches may contain metals that can cause serious burns during an MRI. Ask your doctor whether you will need to remove your patch before the test and apply a new patch afterward, and how to do so properly.

This medication must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. If you have just given birth or had a pregnancy loss/abortion after the first 3 months, talk with your doctor about reliable forms of birth control, and find out when it is safe to start using birth control that contains a form of estrogen, such as this medication.

This medication may decrease breast milk production. A small amount passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Ortho Evra official prescribing information for healthcare professionals. Includes: indications, dosage, adverse reactions, pharmacology and more.

Apr 03, 2013  FDA Updates Labeling for Ortho Evra Contraceptive Patch. The Food and Drug Administration today approved updated labeling for the Ortho Evra.

ORTHO EVRA - norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol patch, extended release ORTHO-McNEIL PHARMACEUTICAL, INC.-----ORTHO EVRA norelgestromin / ethinyl.