Evorel Transdermal Patches – 8 Patches

• The relief of symptoms occurring after the menopause. During the menopause, the amount of oestrogen produced by a woman’s body drops. This can cause symptoms such as hot face, neck, and chest (hot flushes). Evorel alleviates these symptoms after menopause. You will only be prescribed Evorel if your symptoms seriously hinder your daily life.
• Prevention of osteoporosis. After menopause some women may develop fragile bones (osteoporosis). You should discuss all available options with your doctor. If you are not at an increased risk of fractures due to osteoporosis and other medications are not suitable for you, you can use Evorel to prevent osteoporosis after menopause.

How do Evorel Transdermal Patches work?

Evorel patches replace the oestrogen that is normally released by the ovaries.

However, in women who still have a womb, taking an oestrogen hormone regularly may cause the lining of your womb to build up and get thicker.

• This means it is necessary to add a progestogen hormone to the oestrogen.
• This helps shed the lining of the womb and stop any problems happening

Evorel is not a contraceptive. If it is less than 12 months since your last menstrual period or you are under 50 years old, you may still need to use additional contraception to prevent pregnancy. Speak to your doctor for advice.

What happens if a patch falls off?

Apply a new patch but keep to your original ‘patch change’ days. If you have just had a bath or shower, wait until your skin cools before applying a new patch.

What happens if you forget to change the patch?

Change it as soon as you remember and then keep to your original ‘patch change’ days. You may get some bleeding and spotting like a period during this time.