Evra 203 mcg transdermal patches

What Are Evra Transdermal Patches Used For?

Evra Transdermal patch is a contraceptive patch, it is a small sticky patch that releases hormones into your body through your skin to prevent pregnancy. Evra Transdermal patch can be purchased at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.

What is Evra Transdermal Patch Composition?

It contains Norelgestromin and Ethinyl estradiol as the active ingredient.

Each 20 cm2 transdermal patch contains 6mg Norelgestromin and 600mg Ethinyl estradiol. Each transdermal patch releases an average of 203 micrograms of Norelgestromin and 33.9 micrograms of Ethinyl Estradiol per 24 hours.

How Does Evra Transdermal Patch Work?

The patch functions in the same way that birth control pills do. The patch’s hormones prevent an egg from being released each month (ovulation) and thicken the mucous in the cervix, making it more difficult for sperm to enter the uterus. The patch is 99% effective in preventing pregnancy when used correctly.

How To Use Evra Transdermal Patch

Wear your first patch for seven days.
On day 8, replace the patch with a new one.
Change it like this every week for three weeks, followed by a patch-free week.
A withdrawal bleed, similar to a period, will occur during your patch-free week, though this is not guaranteed.

How Long Does It Take For The Evra Transdermal patch to Take Effect?

Evra transdermal patch takes effect immediately. If you begin on the first day of your period, you will see results immediately. Immediately if you begin between the first and fifth day of your period (assuming you do not have a very short or irregular menstrual cycle) If you start the patch at any other point in your cycle, it will expire after seven days.

What is The Best Part of The Body For The Evra Transdermal Patch?

The patch can be worn on your buttock, upper outer arm, lower abdomen, or upper body. It should not be worn on your breasts or in areas where it will be rubbed, such as under a bra strap.

What Are The Side Effects Of Using Evra Transdermal Patch?

Sides effects include;