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What is the Ortho Evra® birth control patch used for?
Ortho Evra® is a birth control skin patch used to prevent pregnancy. It is a mixture hormonal contraceptive because it contains two hormones, progestin and estrogen.
How does Ortho Evra® work?
The hormones in the birth control patch work by preventing a woman's ovaries from ovulating.
Who should not use the Ortho Evra® patch?
Ortho Evra® should not be used by women who have:
- An allergy to Ortho Evra®
- Blood clots
- A history of stroke or heart attack
- Chest pains
- Breast cancer or cancer of the lining of the uterus, cervix or vagina
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Cancerous or benign liver tumor
- Known or suspected pregnancy
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
Who should I contact about any adverse side effects due to Ortho Evra®?
You should contact your physician and have them file an adverse reaction report with the FDA. You should also consider contacting an Ortho Evra® lawyer to discuss your legal rights.
What are some of the side effects of the Ortho Evra® birth control patch?
Some common side effects with Ortho Evra® are:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Breast tenderness and enlargement
- Menstrual changes
- Skin irritation where the patch was located.
Some of the dangerous side effects of Ortho Evra® are:
- Blood Clots
- Strokes
- Heart Attack
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Death
If you or a loved one have used the Ortho Evra® birth control patch and have been injured by any of these damaging side effects, please contact us today using the form on the right or by calling us toll-free at 1 (866) 664-0400 for a FREE case review or to have your legal questions answered.
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