Patch
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Is a hormonal birth control also known as orthoevra, small in size look like a band aid worn on any part of the body onto the skin excluding the breasts. The patch contains estrogen and progesterone which are absorb slowly into the blood stream to prevent ovulation in taking place.The patch birth is effective for women who are forgetful in
taking other forms of birth example pills. Unfortunately it is less effective
for women who weigh more than 196pounds.Replacement is once a week for three
consecutive week having problems with the patch consult the nearest women
health centers or clinic near your area.
Women health is more important to the healthcare provider;
Women are advised to
start using Patch within 5 days of the 1st day of your period or after a first
trimester abortion. In the case of
second trimester abortion or giving birth, wait for 4 weeks to apply your first
Patch. If breastfeeding, consult your health care provider.
After filling your prescription from a clinic, apply the
Patch birth yourself as advised by the doctor.Select part of your skin that is clean and dry. The Patch
should be placed on a different spot every time to avoid skin irritation, but
never apply it on the breasts. Try to place it where it will not be rubbed by
tight clothing. When you apply the Patch, peel away the packaging without
touching the sticky surface. Press the sticky medicated part on your skin for
15 seconds. Make sure the patch birth is sticking. Use one Patch per week for
three consecutive weeks. Do not apply the patch on the fourth week and your
menstrual cycle should begin by then.
A new Patch is
applied 7 days after removal to start another month of birth control. The Patch
should not be worn continuously, it is important to have the week off during
which your period occurs. Store Patches for future use at room temperature
required.
Effectiveness of patch
When a woman starts using Patch on the first day of her
menstrual period or on the day of an abortion, no backup is needed. If she
starts the Sunday after an abortion or the onset of menstruation after an
abortion, the manufacturer recommends 7 days of using backup method
either condom or diaphragm. The effectiveness of the Patch is lowered when
taken with certain medications, including antibiotics, anti-seizure,
tuberculosis, and migraine medications. certain drugs used to treat H.l.V and
aids may also interfere with the Patch method of birth. If you are taking any
medications tell your doctor.
Knowledge every woman using birth patch should have;
Check the placement of your birth Patch daily because it
should not be loose or fall off and if it has fallen for less than a day,
reapply it or put on a new Patch as soon as possible don't worry because the
effectiveness of the patch.
If a woman has not placed her patch over 24hrs nor is not
sure how long it has been, it is recommended you start your four week patch
cycle over again. Use a new Patch as soon as possible and record the day of the
week. For the first seven days of this new cycle, you may not be protected
against pregnancy. Use back up methods of birth for seven days.
MISS PATCH
If you forget to change your Patch at the beginning of a
monthly cycle, you can apply one as soon as you remember. Record this day of
the week as your new Patch change day and use back-up methods of birth for the
next 7 days.
If you forget to change your Patch by 1 or 2 days in the
middle of a monthly cycle, change your Patch as soon as you remember.
If you forget to change your Patch by more than 2 days in
the middle of a cycle, put on a new Patch as soon as possible. You will begin a
new four-week Patch cycle with this Patch. Record the day of the week and use back-up
methods of birth for the next seven days.
Contraindication
Women over 35 who smoke or have any of the following
conditions should not use birth Patch method
- History of heart attack or stroke
- Chest pain
- Blood clots
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Severe high blood pressure
- Diabetes with kidney, eye, nerve or blood vessel complications
- Known or suspected cancer
- Known or suspected pregnancy
- Liver tumors or liver disease
- Headaches with neurological symptoms
- Hepatitis or jaundice
- Disease of the heart valves with complications
- Require long bed rest following surgery
- Allergic reaction to the Patch
Men who have a family history of breast cancer, diabetes,
high blood pressure, high cholesterol, headaches or epilepsy, depression,
gallbladder disease, kidney disease, heart disease, irregular periods, or are
breastfeeding may not be able to use the birth Patch. Women over 198 pounds may
not receive a large enough hormone dose for the Patch to be effective. A woman
gets more estrogen in her body from the Patch than she would get from low-dose
birth control pills or the vaginal Ring.
Side effects
- Skin irritation or rashes at site of Patch
- Irregular bleeding
- Problems wearing contact lenses
- Fluid retention or raised blood pressure
- Nausea
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Mood changes
- Menstrual cramps
- Abdominal pain
Warning Danger
Signs
Women who experience any of the following symptoms while
using the Contraceptive Patch should visit women health centers or call the
nearest clinic.
- Abdominal pains (severe)
- Chest pain or shortness of breath
- Headaches (severe)
- Eye problems, such as blurred vision
- Severe leg or arm pain or numbness
The goodness of patch birth is that;
- Easy to use.
- Can be worn for three weeks.
- Effects fertility one month at a time.
- Does not interrupt sex.
The badness of patch birth is that;
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV and AIDS.
- Risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Requires a prescription from a qualified doctor.
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