Evorel Conti belongs to a group of medications called Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and contains oestrogen (estradiol) and progestogen (norethisterone). These are two female hormones found in the female body.
Evorel Conti comes in patches, with the hormones spread evenly in each patch. The patches come in memory packs, which helps you remember when a patch change is needed. Each memory pack either contains 8 or 24 patches. The hormones diffuse slowly from the patch into the skin and then slowly into the body.
Evorel Conti is used to treat the symptoms of menopause. This medication is suited for post-menopausal women who have not experienced a period for at least 18 months. Post-menopausal women are also at a higher risk of fragile bones (osteoporosis). Evorel Conti can be used to treat this as well only if other medications have failed in treating osteoporosis.
During menopause, the levels of oestrogen produced by female ovaries starts to decline. This decline in oestrogen causes symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings.
Evorel Conti is known as a continuous HRT, which means both the hormones are released at the same time. The oestrogen hormone in the patches is used to replace the declining level of oestrogen in the body. However, oestrogen can cause the thickening of the lining of the womb so progestogen needs to be added as well to stop this from occurring. Evorel Conti is not a form of oral contraceptive. It does not cause monthly bleeding but can cause breakthrough bleeding or spotting.
The patches should be changed twice a week in order to give the body a steady supply of hormones. A new pack should be started once you finish the old one. You should not take a break between packs. The patches should be changed on the same 2 days every week.
The active ingredients are estradiol hemihydrate and norethisterone acetate. Each Evorel Conti patch delivers 50 micrograms of estradiol and 170 micrograms of norethisterone acetate a day.
The inactive ingredients are Duro-Tak 387-2287 (patch adhesive), guar gum and Hostaphan MN19 (backing film).
If you forget to change a patch, change it as soon as you remember but then keep the same schedule of changing patches. However, this may cause some bleeding and spotting, like a period, during this time.
Very common side effects affecting more than 1 in 10 people:
Common side effects affecting less than 1 in 10 people:
Uncommon side effects affecting less than 1 in 100 people:
Frequency unknown symptoms are:
If you notice any of these side effects contact your doctor
Evorel Conti should not be used in women who have any of these conditions:
If you think you have any of these conditions, make sure to let your doctor know. He might find another HRT method that is more suited to you.
Before being prescribed HRT, the doctor will ask you about your and your family’s medical history. They might conduct an examination of your breast or abdomen and may even do an internal examination.
Once you have started HRT, make sure you see the doctor regularly. You should also go for regular breast and cervical smear tests. It is also imperative to check your own breast for any of these:
Evorel Conti should not be kept within reach of children. They should be stored at room temperature in the original pouch and carton. They should not be used after the expiry date stated on the label. Do not use the patches if the pouch is already open.
The patch cannot be used as a form of contraception, as the hormone levels in the patch are too low. While using the patch, you can use non-hormonal contraceptive methods such as a condom, diaphragm or coil until your periods have completely stopped.
While using the patch, you can shower and bathe as per normal. You can also go swimming, exercise and play sports. The patch should not be worn under tight clothing or waistbands. You can spend time in the sun and tan, however, keep the patch out of direct sunlight.
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Oestrogen-only tablets
Cyclical HRT tablets
Oestrogen-only patches
Continuous combined HRT tablets
Cyclical HRT tablets
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