Birth control patches are structurally plastic-based, usually beige, thin patches that easily adhere to the surface of the skin.
They are used beneficially to avoid unwanted conceptions and are placed weekly for three weeks followed leaving a week later for rest, period in which the menstruation will manifest.
They are part of the group of combined hormonal methods. Its adhesive part, is the one containing the active ingredient that characterizes them, which is released continuously, once it has adhered perfectly to the skin.
Differences between the patch and other contraceptive methods
Unlike contraceptive pills, the contraceptive patch effect is not affected by emetic or diarrheal pictures, functioning optimally under