Is the Ortho Evra patch dangerous?
The Ortho Evra patch has been linked to an increased risk of DVT (Deep Venous Thrombosis) and PE (Pulmonary Embolism), which can lead to stroke, hemorrhage, heart attack and death. Evidence shows that the risk of blood clots and stroke associated with Ortho Evra is significantly higher than with oral contraceptive pills. The incidence of embolisms and thrombotic injuries from Ortho Evra side effects is six times greater than the incidence of such side effects in oral contraceptives using the hormone levonorgestral.
Blood clots are a known risk from hormonal birth control because estrogen promotes blood coagulation. Clots typically form in the legs and can cause serious injury and death if they travel to the heart, lungs or brain.
Blood clots are a known risk from hormonal birth control because estrogen promotes blood coagulation. Clots typically form in the legs and can cause serious injury and death if they travel to the heart, lungs or brain.
Other Ortho Evra FAQs
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What should I do if my health has suffered from using Ortho Evra?
A: If you have or are experiencing health problems from using the Ortho Evra birth-control patch, your immediate objective should be to seek medical attention. You … More -
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What has the FDA done about Ortho Evra?
A: The Food and Drug Administration has warned women about the dangers of Ortho Evra and added a black box warning to the packaging of the drug. This warning explains … More -
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Why file an Ortho Evra lawsuit?
A: Millions of women have been persuaded by Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc. to trust the Ortho Evra transdermal birth control patch for protection against pregnancy, … More
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