• Combined hormonal contraceptive patches
• Aids in family planning and preventing unintended pregnancy
• Releases hormones through your skin
• Small sticky patch with two types of female hormones
• Contains a progestogen called "norelgestromin" (203 mcg) and an estrogen called "ethinylestradiol" (34 mcg).
• A safe and convenient birth control method
• Looks like a bandage and gives you a regular dose of the hormones estrogen and progestin!
• Intended for women of fertile age

The Evra Transdermal Patch is a patch-type birth control that is indeed designed to prevent pregnancy by delivering two types of sex hormones. Ethinyl estradiol is a synthetic estrogen, which is commonly used in various hormonal contraceptives. Estrogen plays a role in regulating the menstrual cycle and suppressing the release of luteinizing hormone (LH). Norgelstromin is a synthetic progestin, which is a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone. Progestins are known to have various effects, including thickening of cervical mucus and alterations to the endometrial lining. The combined actions of ethinylestradiol and norelgestromin in the Evra patch help to prevent pregnancy through multiple mechanisms. The primary mechanism of action is the suppression of ovulation, which means that it prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries. The patch also alters the cervical mucus, making it thicker and less permeable to sperm. This makes it more difficult for sperm to penetrate the cervix and reach the egg. Changes in the endometrial lining may reduce the likelihood of implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus. The combination of these mechanisms makes Evra an effective method of contraception when used correctly.

• Provides protection against unwanted pregnancy
• Helps regulate your menstrual cycle
• Helps to make periods more predictable and potentially less painful
• Eliminates the need to interrupt sex for contraception
• Helps reduce the risk of developing ovarian cysts
• Reduces the severity of menstrual cramps and make periods lighter, shorter, & less painful
• Doesn't require daily attention or having to remember to take a pill every day
• Doesn't need your partner's cooperation to use it
• Provides a steady dose of hormones
• Easier to use if you have trouble swallowing pills
• Can be removed at any time, allowing for a quick return to fertility.

• Use the Evra Transdermal Patch only as prescribed by your Pharmacist or Doctor.
• Apply the patch weekly for three weeks (21 days), then stop for one week; menstruation should occur during this patch-free period.
• Change the patch on the same day each week, even if menstruation is ongoing, and start the next pack after the free week if directed by your Doctor.
• Apply the patch on clean, dry, hairless skin in areas like the buttock, abdomen, upper outer arm, or upper back, avoiding tight-clothing areas.
• Warnings: Use caution if you smoke, have a history of blood clots, are post-menopausal, have heart issues, or have other specified medical conditions.
• Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, bloating, cramps, breast tenderness, headaches, weight changes, mood swings, and skin irritation.
• Seek immediate medical attention for serious side effects like leg swelling or cramps, severe stomach or chest pain, rapid breathing, blurred vision, or facial numbness.
• If two consecutive periods are missed, consult your Doctor for a pregnancy test before continuing use.
• Discuss all other medications with your Doctor, as the patch is sometimes prescribed for unlisted symptoms.
• Avoid applying the patch to the breast, waist, or any cuts or irritated skin; do not use adhesives or skin products that can hinder adhesion.
• To minimize skin irritation, rotate the application site with each new patch.
• Storage: Keep in the original container away from light and moisture; do not refrigerate or freeze.