ORTHO EVRA Reviews (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; NORELGESTROMIN)Average Rating: 2.5 (592 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare ORTHO EVRA with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR ORTHO EVRA | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 4 | birth control | mild skin sensitivity, somewhat itchy at patch site. Severe headaches have started since I began using the patch. Very very severe, so much so they are absolutely debilitating, I could do nothing but lie still. Took migraine meds (relpax) and hydrocodone to combat the pain. | The combination of drugs brought the headache down to just a normal bad headache and I could resume some functionality. Over the course of using this patch I've had maybe 10-12 headache bouts. I am seeing my doctor today and will use something else. Aside from the headaches this patch is wonderful and I'd otherwise still use it. | F | 40 | 3 years | 8/30/2005 | 1 | Birth Control | I got pregnant, and develop some rashes toward the patches | It's good that it helps with the cramping, acne, and heavy bleeding, however, one must caution against the possibility of being pregnant if one develops allergies to this drug. | F | 23 | 3 years | 9/6/2005 | 5 | birth control | Breast tenderness | I would highly recommend ortho evra.For me it is a worry free form of birth control.I was always forgetting to take the pill.Lifes to short to worry about pregnancy everyday.I was probably one of the many out there who smoked while on the patch and i experienced no side effects..i have since quit. | F | 34 | 4 years | 10/1/2005 | 3 | too forgetful for the daily pills | breast tenderness increased my bra cup one whole size, decreased sex drive, irritation around patch, moodiness | F | 23 | 6 months | 10/1/2005 | 3 | regulation of menstruation | I have had a rash type reaction at the patch site. I have to move the patch to a different location each time I change it. It has worked wonders to regulate my cycle. I have since developed migraines that are beyond description. They have me in the emergency room and doctor's office on a regular basis. | I have researched the patch and found that a lot of users have the same side effects I have including blurred vision, severe migraines and numbness/tingling in the legs and arms. I think that with all new drugs, users take a risk. But I would have appreciated being more informed than I was about the possible side effects. When I would seek medical help for my symptoms, none of the drs. or nurses made any connection between my birth control and the symptoms. I had to do independent research to figure out what was causing these problems. Even when I took back my findings to the drs. they overlooked them as though I couldn't possibly know more than they did. I have been prescribed Imitrex to use to combat the migraines but I'm not sure that it will help since I can use no other form of birth control except the patch. | F | 23 | 3 days | 10/5/2005 | 3 | contraception | nausea and vomiting, headaches. | i'm very sensitive to the pill so the patch has less side effects than i've previously experienced but the nausea is quite extreme, especially in the first patch of the cycle. however, i do still have the mood swings and a loss of interest in sex which i've experienced on the pill and may forego this method due to that. | F | 31 | 3 months | 10/11/2005 | 2 | Mennoraghia | Heavy, prolonged period. Painful back cramps. Bloodshot eyes. Pain in legs. Breast tenderness | Called the Dr. and explained my symptoms they told me to remove the current patch and discontinue use and stated that a lot of patients have been having similiar complaints...she stated the bleeding I have is not considered breakthrough bleeding. Wish it would have worked for me because aside from all the side effects it was much better than remembering to take a daily pill | F | 28 | 2 weeks | 10/12/2005 | 3 | Cramps | painful, irritating burn marks on skin where patch was placed that lasted a couple weeks Moodiness and Irritability | It did help the cramps but i switched to the pill and it is much better. i found it doesnt have any side effects | F | 16 | 12 months | 10/19/2005 | 3 | birth control | did not use for very long due to the allergic rash I had where the patch was placed. It turned bright red and did not totally go away for a couple of months. | F | 25 | 2 months | 10/20/2005 | 4 | birth control, cramps | Increase in migraines, irritation at patch site, break-through bleeding with clots, cramping between periods. | I like the fact that it's "on my body and off my mind" however as I type this I have cramping that feels like I'm actaully having my period, even though I don't start for another week and a half. I did see an increase in my migraines (2 to 3 a month now), weight gain (i've picked up 8 lbs in the past year), insomnia (never was a light sleeper until I started using it). It's great to use if you want to regulate your periods. My recommendation is that you don't go longer than 3 months without having a period (using the patch back-to-back-to-back)because you'll feel like s***. I hate taking pills, and i've tried the Depo shot (2 thumbs down DON'T USE IT!!), and I wish there was something else to use!! I guess until that day comes I'll keep using the patch. | F | 28 | 2 years | 10/31/2005 | 5 | Birth Control | I've experienced no side effects. | I tried the pill and could never remember to take it. I tried the Depo shot but spotted constantly and also gained weight. I decided to try Ortho Evra and have never been happier. I use to have horrible cramps and they are so much better. It’s great not having to think about it every day. I would recommend Ortho Evra. | F | 24 | 3 years | 11/3/2005 | 4 | birth control | breasts have grown, stomach ache, headache, a little irritation at patch site, constantly worrying it's going to fall off (but it doesn't if in the right spot), increased vaginal discharge | I haven't had my period yet (not 'til next week) but so far, so good. I switched from Trinessa to the patch and it's great! I don't have to worry about taking a pill everyday which is awesome. The boobs growing (a whole cup size) is a definite plus considering I used to be a 34A. I hope that stays. I love the patch. | F | 19 | 3 weeks | 11/3/2005 | 2 | Birth control | First month was bad! VERY moody, upset stomach, depression, anxiety, loss of sex drive. Later, skin discoloration on patch area. | I think the hormone levels in the patch were just too high for me. I was crazy the first month, and even afterwards I never felt as good as I had before I started using it. I never had problems with the patch staying on (if you shave the area then swab it with alcohol it stays on really well), but never liked that sticky-lint ring around the edge. I quit using it when the patches started creating dark squares that lasted for a long time afterward...my last one took two months to disappear completely! If you're sensitive to estrogen, I'd recommend trying a pill with lower levels....the patch was just too much for me. | F | 22 | 3 months | 11/3/2005 | 3 | Contraception | Moody, increase appetite, weight gain, major depression,headaches, crying episodes, very low libido, vaginal dryness, irritability, blood clot, anxiety. | If it wasn't for all those side effects that made my life so miserable, I would have still been using it it but I couldn't. It's convenient, just put it every week and it made my cycles lighter and I reduce my cramps to none and I miss that because now my cramps are back full force. | F | 22 | 3 months | 11/4/2005 | 3 | contraception | breast size increase, tingling/numbness of legs and feet | It is a very convenient form of birth control, although I am experiencing some numbness in my feet and legs, which is scary. I am going to discontinue use after this cycle and switch to birth control pills. | F | 25 | 14 months | 11/6/2005 | 4 | Birth Control | cramping throughout month, some nausea, mood swings, slight weight gain (3 pounds) that disappears during my off week and reapears during the patch weeks | So far it's worth the side effects. I love that I don't have to remember to take the pill everyday. | F | 26 | 2.5 months | 11/8/2005 | 4 | Birth Control | Initial (first two months or so) breast tenderness and growth, local irritation, first menstrual period accompanied by headache and horrible cramping, chest pain (very rarely), anal constriction accompanied with small amounts of blood. | Worried about some of the more serious side effects, but other than that I can't complain. It's done a wonderful job of protection for me. I also use it straight through (spotting occurs about every 2.5 months, so I start my period then). It's absolutely wonderful not to have to go through a monthly period--frees me up from a lot of pain and emotional baggage. | F | 18 | 6 months | 11/9/2005 | 3 | birth control | For the first two years I was fine using the patch, however; I recently started feeling like my skin wAs burning where the patch was. It was quite painful and very uncomfortable on the burn area so I switched back to the pill. | F | 34 | 2 years | 11/10/2005 | 1 | easy 2 remeber | HAIR FALLIN OUT like crazy, vaginal driness, no sex drive, very moody, depressed, increase appitite, weight gain, always tired, very heavy periods sometimes 2 weeks, numbness in my legs and leg pains | F | 24 | 6 months | 11/11/2005 | 1 | contraception | extreme moodiness, stretch marks associated with rapid weight gain, prolonged breast tenderness and growth, depression, lowered sex drive, vaginal dryness, headaches, upset stomach, severe indigestion and on and on... | This product is dangerous and defective. There has not been sufficiant research concerning dosages and side effects. Hormonal contraceptives will irreversibly change your body. | F | 22 | 8 months | 11/12/2005 |