Ortho Evra Patch

• Ortho Evra

Available in the form of a patch, Ortho Evra is a prescription drug that is used to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV page provides a detailed description on how Ortho Evra works and also discusses its possible side effects and dosing guidelines.

• Ortho Evra Side Effects

Some of the common side effects of Ortho Evra include nausea, headaches, and skin reactions. This eMedTV page describes other common Ortho Evra side effects, as well as potentially serious side effects that may require immediate medical attention.

• Ortho Evra Uses

Ortho Evra is used for preventing pregnancy in adult and adolescent females who are of reproductive age. This eMedTV resource explains some of the benefits of Ortho Evra and also describes possible off-label Ortho Evra uses (such as treating acne).

• Ortho Evra Dosage

As this eMedTV article explains, there is only one standard Ortho Evra dosage -- one patch applied every week for the first three weeks of your cycle. This page offers other Ortho Evra dosing information and includes tips on how to use the patch.

• Ortho Evra Drug Interactions

Antibiotics, cyclosporine, and many seizure medicines may cause negative Ortho Evra drug interactions. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at other medications that may interact with Ortho Evra, and describes the problems that can occur.

• Ortho Evra Warnings and Precautions

Ortho Evra can increase your blood pressure and your blood sugar levels. This eMedTV resource lists other Ortho Evra warnings and precautions to be aware of before starting the contraceptive, including information on who should not use the patch.

• Ortho Evra Overdose

This eMedTV page explains that although an overdose on Ortho Evra is unlikely, taking too much of the contraceptive may cause vomiting or vaginal bleeding. This page explains how it may be possible to overdose on the patch and covers treatment options.

• Ortho Evra and Pregnancy

You should not use Ortho Evra during pregnancy, as it may cause miscarriages or birth defects. This eMedTV Web page contains more detailed information about Ortho Evra and pregnancy, and describes what happened when it was used in pregnant animals.

• Ortho Evra and Breastfeeding

It is generally recommended to avoid combined contraceptives (such as Ortho Evra) while breastfeeding. This eMedTV resource further discusses Ortho Evra and breastfeeding, explaining how the contraceptive can decrease the production of breast milk.

• Generic Ortho Evra

Ortho Evra is currently under a patent that prevents companies from making any generic forms of the drug. As this eMedTV page explains, as soon as the patent expires in June 2015, other drug companies can begin producing generic Ortho Evra products.