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 |
| 1 | Birth control | Mood swings, no sex drive, dizziness, chest pains, diarrhea, depressed and anxious | I thought it was a good method for birth control, I had no problems with the patch staying on my body and remembering to change it out weekly. The side effects of the medicine has greatly affected me though, The mood swings and low sex drive were really out of character for me as soon as I removed the patch I started feeling better | F | 25 | 2 months 6.75 mg 1X W | 4/25/2011 | 1 | Birth control | It was great for the first 3 days but on the 4th day I woke up feeling great and then broke into a horrible sweat. Immediately I was dissy and was doubled over in pain. The only thing I could think of was the patch. I instantly tore it off and within 1 hour I was feeling 10 times better. I have never felt the same since I took it off. I will never put it on again! | F | 31 | 4 days 1X day | 4/24/2011 | 3 | Birth Control | Some extremely mild nausea 24 hours after application. In later years, decreased sex drive and lubrication. Mood swings during week 2, very mean and weepy. | I LOVED the Patch and am very sad to discontinue it, the theory of the Ortho Evra Patch is wonderful but I've been in a relationship for 4 years now and my boyfriend and I have noticed the difference between me on it and me off of it and we both like the Otho Evra free me better. Here's to unofficial science :-). | F | 35 | 10 years 3X M | 4/22/2011 | 1 | Alternative birth control | Servere Chest pains, back pain, sleepless nights due to pain | The pains were terrible that normal pain relief would not help. Went to the Dr's 3 times, they did not once suggest to stop using the patch, gave me stronger pain relief and a scan?? I made the decision to stop using the patch and after a few weeks the daily pains stopped. I use to dread going to sleep as I knew I would be woken up in agony | F | 30 | 1 years 1X day | 4/22/2011 | 1 | no sex drive at all, headaches. | I finally found out why I had no sex drive, I thought of every possible reason but never though about the patch. My boyfriend was very concerned thinking I wasn't attracted to him anymore. I also got constant headaches and anxiety. This patch can ruin relationships, don't use it. | F | 28 | 1 years 1X day | 4/5/2011 | 3 | as a birth control | GAINED WEIGHT- IRREGULAR PERIODS | I have been off of Ortho Evra for over 9 months now and my husband and I are wanting to conceive a baby. Unfortunately, we are still having troubles getting pregnant. I don't know if the birth control is still in my system, or what is going on. We have been timing everything and I know my husband is fertile... he has a son already from a previous relationship. I am beginning to wonder if either it is still in my system or if I am now incapable of conceiving. =( Plus... I went from 125lbs when I started the birth control to 160 when I stopped it. I can't say that it is completely at the fault of the birth control, but my habits did not change, so something was out of whack. | F | 24 | 21 days 1X W | 3/28/2011 | 4 | Endometriosis/ Birth Control | None compared to Depo and pills other than abnormal bleeding (I'm going on 38 days) | Yes, I have been bleeding for a long time but my doctor believe it's from multi-cycling (3 months on 1 week off) so it's just kind of catching up to me. I took my patch off a couple days ago and the bleeding is already letting up so things should be going back to normal soon. So, aside from this... I was diagnosed with endometriosis when I was 14 so I've been battling different bc methods for years now trying to find one that doesn't make me vomit every day have a break down at the drop of a hat and so far this has really been the best choice for me. If things go back to normal for me with this bleeding I would suggest this method to anyone to at least try. Ps. My sex drive has not changed a bit! | F | 22 | 4 months 1X O | 3/24/2011 | 1 | to start getting my peroid again | I was fine the first three days.but after applying a new one after the prior patch came off i began to get really bad cramps,back achs,nausea, and felt more slugish then usual.the last nite I had it on I was in so much pain I wanted to cry! That was the last straw for me.I tore it off that nite and have felt much better since. | I was on the depo provera for 7 years before this and the only problem I had was weight gain and I was a bit emotional. But overall it was way better then the patch.to anyone interested in this method of birth control I wouldn't go for it,but all women take to different methods differntly.I didn't like its effects but maybe it would work for another women. | F | 24 | 5 days 1X W | 3/16/2011 | 2 | birth control | i am 18 and have been on the patch for a year, just started college 6 months ago, thought i was depressed bc of stress, so not the case, and i have been reverting back to the horrible periods and anxiety I had before starting the patch, not fun. | F | 18 | 1 years patch 1X W | 3/1/2011 | 4 | To control cramps | Major mood swings after a few 12 week cycles (one period every 3 months), some weight gain | Was on it for about 2 years in my mid-20s and after I started taking it for 3 mos. at a time it made me crazy emotional. Started again after another bad trial of the pill for my horrible cramps. The patch works for me because the hormone flow is continual. On the pill, I went into horrible crying fits about an hour after taking it every morning. Plus I am a student/single mom and love how little fuss it is versus the pill. I have always had near perfect skin and suddenly pores are HUGE. This didn't happen before. Only been one month this time so I hope it's an adjustment thing. It's more expensive than other forms of b.c. but worth it for me. I agree it's better for ladies in 20s or later. | F | 30 | 1 months 1X W | 2/23/2011 | 3 | Birth Control | nausea, Stomach pain, irritability (from the nausea and stomach pain), headache and breast tenderness | so far so good. i know it's only been two weeks, but on any other form of hormonal BC I would have been having major mood swings and every symptom that I have is a normal side effect to starting a new hormonal BC. I would say try this method, but be very very careful. make sure that you listen to your body and pay attention to anything that is not normal for you. I think this method would be better for women in their mid twenties and older. | F | 27 | 2 weeks 1X W | 2/16/2011 | 2 | birth control | very low sex drive, headaches, anxiety | I can't believe I didn't put two and two together earlier that the patch was a huge contributing factor to my anxiety. After reading this board, I see that I'm not alone. The anxiety crept in so slowly over the years, as did the increasingly low sex drive, that it took a moment of clarity to realize how bad it had gotten. Headaches I can handle; this other stuff, no. I love the convenience, but I'd rather be back to my cheery self, enjoying my husband! | F | 35 | 5 years 1X W | 2/8/2011 | 3 | Birth Control | Mood swings, NO sex drive, decreased lubrication, decreased appetite, loss of interest in daily activities, weight loss (probably due to lack of interest in everything). Began having anxiety attacks. | I had to have a stronger method of birth control due to Pelvic Congestion. Oral birth control pills with higher dosages made me throw up so my Dr. moved me to Ortho Evra. Didn't realize the Ortho Evra was causing all of these problems until I got off of it. Been off for about three weeks now. Had Mirena inserted about 2 weeks ago. Been in a much better mood, sex drive is back and then some. No anxiety attacks. Feel like eating again which is great since I'm about 20 lbs. under weight. Ortho Evra almost ruined my marriage b/c of the mood swings, lack of sex drive and lack of interest in day to day activities. Will never go back on the patch and wouldn't recommend it to anyone. | F | 30 | 7 years 1 Patch 1X W | 2/5/2011 | 5 | Birth Control | Well, so far I have been fine. I have some breast tenderness, but I have no nausea or headaches. No mood swings, or illogical arguements either. I like it | F | 20 | 3 days 6.00MG 1X W | 2/2/2011 | 5 | did not have to remember everyday | the first couple of weeks i experienced itchiness at the patch location and the very first i day put the patch on for my cycle week i had bad nausea if i didnt eat anything . | 1 patch a week for 3 weeks then take a week off for your period. a lot of women have problems with this form of birth control , all i can say is try it before you diss it . i was scared to try from reading the comments then , now i have not had anything to complain about. i've been on it for 6 months now and i love it ! no weight gain , no nausea other then the first day i put the patch back on after my week off. i have 2 kids , not needing to remember to take a pill everyday has made my life so much easier! im not afraid of getting pregnant now and my sex drive has INCREASED some . :) Awesome ! | F | 23 | 6 months 6 mg 1X W | 1/27/2011 | 5 | Breast Size Increase And Tenderness | I Like It | F | 16 | 9 days 1X W | 1/11/2011 | 1 | Birth Control/Regulate Periods | I began using the patch because it was suggested to me as an easy option for birth control and a tool to lighten my periods. I am so thankful I found this site with posts from real women. The side effects are real! Yes, everyone's body is different but OMG!!! I know that I am not crazy now. This patch almost RUINED my honeymoon. I began taking a few days before my wedding and the patch zapped my sex-drive, depleted my energy, I had nausea 24/7, pain & aches in chest and abdominal cramps, trouble sleeping, and I was very emotinal with crying fits and depression. Only plus was the lighter periods. I was having ongoing nightmares about being on a psyc ward. My husband was very concerned because I had NO DESIRE FOR SEX! I am off the patch now...returning to normal and glad to face the risk of pregnancy or heavy periods any day along with peace of mind. Not worth the risks!!! Please do you research before considering. | F | 36 | 33 days 1 patch 1X W | 1/9/2011 | 1 | Birth control | Cramping moodiness weight Gain | I was on ortho evra for almost a year and had weight gain, moodiness... I would randomly cry and get mad about anything ... I have been off of it for about 2 months and started again 3 days ago , I have never been in so much pain. Worst cramps and bleeding. I tore that patch off TODAY! I DO NOT recommend this is ANYONE! | F | 18 | 1 years 1X day | 12/15/2010 | 5 | Didn't like the pill | Slight itching at patch site | People that had side effects should not be telling people not to use this method. Every body reacts to it differently, so you don't know if it will happen to you unless you try it. I've used it for 5 years and have never had a side effect except for a slight itching where the patch was, big deal. I love using the patch, I only have to think about it once a week and my period is always at the exact same time every month and is very light. I would recommend trying it and don't be scared off, every person is different. | F | 26 | 5 years 1 patch 1X W | 12/14/2010 | 1 | Birth Control | Nausea, depression, mood swings, decreased sex drive, headaches, irritation at application site and fatigue. | I have been on the pill form of birth control for over 5 years and decided to try the patch for convenience. I have been on the patch for 2 weeks and I absolutely do not like it! First, the patch keeps peeling up so I've had to replace the patches a few times. The nurse practitioner said the patch was exactly the same as the pill, but it's not! I found out today that it has 60% more estrogen than the pill form. Anyway, I've had constant nausea and headaches. Today I woke up feeling very moody and agressive and I have been crying all day. I am suffering from fatigue also. After reading reviews on this webpage I realized it's not just me! This patch is horrible and I will not continue to use it. | F | 23 | 2 weeks 1X W | 12/13/2010 |