Evorel Conti Patches

Overview

The Evorel Conti Patch is a transdermal patch that is classed as a hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It contains both oestrogen and progesterone, which are both female hormones. It is prescribed to post-menopausal women who have had a minimum of 18 months since their last period.

Directions

For the medication to work, you need to follow the instructions for use, which can be found on the patient information leaflet included in the packaging, or alternative can be found online.

When applying the patch:

Do not use a patch if the protective pouch is already opened.

Tear open the pouch along the two notched edges.

Remove the patch from the pouch with the protective backing facing you.

Bend the patch and peel off half of the protective backing, being careful not to touch the sticky side.

Apply the exposed half of the patch to your skin and smooth it down.

Remove the remaining protective backing and press down the rest of the patch.

Use your palm to firmly press the entire patch to ensure it sticks properly.

When removing the patch:

Gently peel one edge of the patch away from your skin.

Fold the patch in half so the sticky side sticks to itself.

Dispose of the used patch in household rubbish, out of reach of children and pets. Do not flush down the toilet.

Some adhesive may remain on your skin after patch removal. This will go away over time or can be removed with baby oil.

Side Effects

As with any medication, it can come with unwanted side effects. If you show any signs of an allergic reaction to the treatment, you should stop using it and consult a medical professional straight away.

You should remove the patch as soon as you show any signs of the following and seek urgent medical attention:

Sudden swelling of the face or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing, rapid swelling of the hands and feet and stomach cramps

Blood clots (thrombosis) or stroke

Yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, or other liver problems

Migraine-type headaches for the first time or more frequent

An increase in blood pressure

Breast or ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer or hyperplasia

Widespread rash with peeling skin and blistering in the mouth, eyes and genitals

Convulsions or fits

Commonly reported side effects of HRT include:

Being unable to sleep

Feeling depressed, nervous or anxious

Headache

Heart palpitations

Varicose veins

Flushing, skin reddening

Breast pain

Numb or tingling hands or feet

Nausea

Diarrhoea

Stomach-ache

Pain including pain in the back or joints

Painful periods

Discharge from the vagina

Irregular, heavy or prolonged bleeding from the vagina, including after sex

Water retention or build-up of fluid under the skin

Feeling tired

Weight gain

If you have any concerns about possible side effects or ones you are experiencing while taking Evorel Conti Patches, you should speak to your prescriber, your GP or pharmacist. You can report any side effects to the MHRA’s yellow card scheme.

How it works

Evorel Conti Patches are a type of HRT that releases both oestrogen and progesterone at the same time, which is why it is often referred to as ‘continuous combined.’

The oestrogen in Evorel Conti Patches replaces the oestrogen normally made by the ovaries. The progesterone is needed because taking oestrogen alone can cause the lining of the womb to become thicker in women who still have a womb. The progesterone helps shed the womb lining and prevents issues.

When using Evorel Conti, most women do not have regular monthly menstrual periods. However, some bleeding or spotting is common in the first few months as the body adjusts to the medication.

It is important to know that Evorel Conti is not a contraceptive. If you have had a menstrual period in the last 12 months or are under 50 years old, you may still need to use additional birth control to prevent pregnancy. Talk to your doctor about whether you need to use contraception while using Evorel Conti.

Delivery

We use Royal Mail for delivery, with choices of Royal Mail Tracked 48, Royal Mail Tracked 24, and Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm. Your Evorel Conti Patches will arrive in discreet and recyclable packaging at a delivery address of your choice.