Transdermal Patch

What is it?

• A patch that releases hormones through the skin.
• The patch can be placed on the buttocks, upper outer arms, lower abdomen, or upper torso excluding the breast.
• A new patch is applied once a week for three weeks followed by one week without a patch
  

How does it work?

• It prevents the ovary from releasing an egg (you don’t ovulate);
• It thickens the cervical mucus making it difficult for sperm to get to the egg;
• It changes the lining of the uterus making implantation difficult.
  

How effective is it?

• 99.7% effective with perfect use