The third week. Remove the patch again and use a new one immediately. Keep this patch on for seven days.
Patch-free week. Remove the patch. Now you have seven days, and you can not to use it. It called the patch-free week. During this week you get a withdrawal bleed (like a period). The bleeding usually starts close to the fourth patch-free day and conclusive about five or six days. It is usually normal, lighter and not so heavy as a normal period.
New patch cycle. A new cycle starts again after seven patch-free days. You should do this even if you are continue bleeding. Now it is a new week one of a new patch cycle. Continue to use the patch as you did it before. Very important not to have more than seven days without using the patch or you may lose contraceptive protection.
Use patches very carefully, and after their usage throw out it in the waste bin.
Avantages:
• you don’t have to think about it every day – you only have to remember to replace the patch once a week
• it doesn’t interrupt sex and it is easy to use
• it is very effective when used correctly
• it may help with premenstrual symptoms
• it may reduce the risk of cancer of the ovary, womb and colon
• When you stop the Patch, your body resumes its natural cycle.
• It is completely reversible
• You can wear it during your swimming or having a bath
Disadvantages:
• It can be visible.
• It may cause skin irritation for a small number of women.
• It may increase your blood pressure.
• You may get provisional side effects when you first start using the patch. They are headaches, nausea and mood changes.
• It does not protect you against sexually transmitted infections, so it will be better for you if you use condoms.
• You need to get a prescription.
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