Combined Transdermal Contraceptive (Skin Patches)
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How is it used?
- The first cycle is started on the 5th day of menses.
- A patch is attached to the skin for 1 week.
- At the end of the week replace it with a new patch.
- Use 3 consecutive patches over 3 weeks.
- Take a week of then restart again.
Effectiveness
50 women in 1000 will get pregnant in 5 years.