Additional Information
- How Ortho Evra Works
- Side Effects of Ortho Evra
- Timeline of Events
- Frequently Asked Questions
How Ortho Evra Works
The Ortho Evra patch contains estrogen and progestin, which enter a woman’s body transdermally, or through the skin. The patch works by preventing ovulation, thickening the cervical mucous and inhibiting the movement of sperm and preventing the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus.
The patch generally gives women a predictable four-week cycle. A woman wears the patch for three weeks and then wears no patch during the fourth week. A new patch is applied after the off-week.
Of course, the vast majority of women who take the drug have found it to be effective and safe. However, there are serious safety concerns about the patch, which have forced new warning labels to be added to the medication.
Studies have shown that women who use Ortho Evra could be exposed to up to 60% more estrogen than the most popular form of the pill. This has been linked to blood clots, pulmonary embolism, deep venous thrombosis, stroke, heart attack, coma and death.
If you have used the Ortho Evra patch, please contact us for a free legal consultation.
