Evra patch should be applied to the skin for a time period of seven days, during which it releases synthetic oestrogen and progestogen into the body in order to prevent pregnancy. In this article, the benefits and working of this skin patch is discussed. Read more to find out.
Evra patch is a convenient contraceptive skin patch that is nearly 100% effective at preventing pregnancy. It is composed of both artificial oestrogen (norelgestromin) and progestogen (ethinylestradiol), and works in a very similar way to combined contraceptive pills. The only difference being that you need to apply this patch once in a week, unlike pills which you have to take every day. This contraceptive patch releases a steady dose of artificial hormones into your bloodstream through your skin during your cycle. This steady delivery of hormones to your system could reduce the likelihood of cyclical mood swings in some women.
Evra patch is convenient and innovative alternative to the birth control pills. To use it, you just need to apply a patch once a week to get almost 100% effective contraceptive cover. In addition to just preventing pregnancy, it can also help in regulating your periods and reduce the likelihood of heavy and painful periods. Once the artificial hormones are inside your system via your skin, it works the same way as any other birth control pill. Ortho Evra is designed in such a way that it remains attached firmly to your skin, and stays in place even when you bathe, swim and exercise.
This contraceptive patch works in three ways to prevent pregnancy. It prevents ovulation so that an egg is not released from the ovaries. This happens because the artificial hormones trick the body into believing that ovulation has already happened. Moreover, it prevents sperm from entering the uterus by making the mucous present at the neck of the cervix viscous, and it also alters the womb lining to the extent that an accidentally fertilised egg is unable to attach itself and develop there.
Evra patch is used for 21 days of your cycle, followed by a break of seven days. During this time you’ll get comprehensive contraceptive cover. You will be fully protected if you apply the patch on the first day of your period. However, if you use the patch later than that you should use additional contraceptive cover or wait until you start using the next patch. You are required to change your patch after every seven days and you should regularly check whether the patch is still in place or has become loose.
This birth control medication are not known for causing too many adverse side effects. However, if you experience some side effects then they are usually very mild nature and pass as soon as your body gets used to the contraceptive hormones. The most common side effects are headaches, nausea, mood swings, fatigue, breast tenderness or stomach pain and bloating. If these symptoms continue for a long time then contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately.
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