Norelgestromin/Ethinyl Estradiol - nor-el-JES-tro-min/ ETH-in-il es-tra-DYE-ole contraceptive skin patch is using to prevent pregnancy. Hormones from the patch are absorbed through your skin into your body. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.
No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective. Discuss with your health care professional your options for birth control.
Norelgestromin/Ethinyl Estradiol does not prevent AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not prevent, hepatitis B. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.
This drug is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
† Not commercially available in Canada.