Combined Contraception Patch

Question 1

What is the combined contraceptive patch called?

Answer 1

Evira

Question 2

How long is the patch cycle and what is done

Answer 2

Patch cycle is every four weeks
On the fourth week there us a patch free period
Women change the patch every day for the first 3 weeks

Question 3

During the fourth week when the patch is not worn what is fine?

Answer 3

withdrawal bleed

Question 4

Is the patch in week one or two have been missed to be relaxed for more than 48 hours?

Answer 4

Patch changed immediately
Barrier method of contraception used for the next 7 days

Question 5

If the patch in week one or two has failed to be replaced in less than 48hrs ?

Answer 5

changed immediately and no further precautions are needed

Question 6

If the patch has been missed to be replaced for more than 48 hours at the END of week three?

Answer 6

new patch applied on the usual cycle start day for the next cycle, even if withdrawal bleeding is occurring.
No additional contraception is needed.

Question 7

If patch application is delayed at the end of a patch-free week?

Answer 7

barrier contraception should be used for 7 days following any delay at the start of a new patch cycle