2007-02-10 06:18:41 · 8 answers · asked by Middle Child 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
*I* would've read the literature that came with it or done a search online (as I just did for you) to see if that subject was addressed. Here's what Ortho Evra's website said:
"3. What should I do if a patch seems loose, partially lifts off of my skin, or falls off?
Do not try to reapply a birth control patch if it is no longer sticky; if it has been stuck to itself or another surface; if it has other material stuck to it; or if it has become loose or has fallen off before.
For less than 24 hours: Try to reapply your patch or apply a new patch immediately. No backup contraception is needed and your "Patch Change Day" will remain the same.
For more than 24 hours, or if you are not sure for how long: Start a new
4-week cycle immediately by applying a new patch. You now have a new Day 1 and a new "Patch Change Day". You must use backup contraception, such as a condom, spermicide or a diaphragm, for the first week of your new cycle because you may become pregnant during this time.
Re-apply the Patch by following these instructions:
Press down firmly on the Patch with the palm of your hand for 10 seconds, making sure that the edges stick well. Then run your fingers around the edge of the patch. Do not use tapes or wraps to keep the birth control patch in place.
If the birth control Patch does not stick well, remove it and then apply a replacement birth control Patch. This Patch should be replaced on the original "Patch Change Day." Single replacement patches are available through your pharmacist. "
2007-02-10 06:25:06 · answer #1 · answered by . 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just had this conversation with the pharmacist this afternoon. The pharmacy has back up patches that you are able to get from them
2007-02-10 18:48:48 · answer #2 · answered by Trish . 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put on a new one
2007-02-10 06:21:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Duh!!!
My best friend got pregnant while wearing the patch.....twice!!!!
2007-02-10 06:23:55 · answer #4 · answered by EJ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Get pregnant
2007-02-10 06:25:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Put it back on?
2007-02-10 06:20:56 · answer #6 · answered by Einstein 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the morning-after-pill.
2007-02-10 06:53:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
put it back on?
2007-02-10 06:23:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋