Contraceptive delivery device applied to the skin like a band-aid. It works by slowly releasing a combination of estrogen and progestin hormones through the skin. These hormones prevent ovulation.
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- Transdermal Contraception: A New Option Articles about the contraceptive patch, including patient FAQ, technical background on transdermal hormone delivery, and other topics.
- Ortho Evra Manufacturer's information about the first contraceptive patch approved for use in the United States.