Ortho Evra TD
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:
- lumps in the breast
- severe stomach/abdominal/pelvic pain
- yellowing eyes/skin
- unusual tiredness
- dark urine
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Ortho Evra TD Precautions
See also Warning section.
Before using this medication patch, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its ingredients; or to other estrogens or progestins; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:
- history of stroke or other blood clots (e.g., in the legs, eyes, lungs)
- severe high blood pressure
- abnormal breast exam
- breathing problems (e.g., asthma)
- cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer)
- diabetes that has caused kidney/eye/nerve/blood vessel disease
- severe headaches
- history of heart disease (e.g., heart attack, chest pain)
- heart valve disease
- kidney problems
- liver problems (e.g., liver tumor)
- current or suspected pregnancy
- seizure
- recent major surgery
- long periods of sitting or lying down (e.g., immobility such as being bedridden)
- history of yellowing eyes/skin (jaundice) during pregnancy or while using birth control pills
- unexplained vaginal bleeding
- heavy tobacco use (especially if 35 or over)
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