The Ortho Evra birth control patch was created in hopes of providing an easier, more convenient method of birth control. Taking a pill every day is hard to remember, and missing a pill can have dire consequences on a woman's menstrual cycle. By using the patch there would be no need to for daily use. You would just need to apply it once a week and forget about it.

Although the patch is supposed to be just as effective as traditional birth control pills, it is unfortunately much more dangerous. The birth control patch will increase levels of progestin and estrogen which have been known to affect the way blood forms into blood clots. Blood clots form a serious number of health risks including the restriction of blood flow to the brain and lungs. In some cases a stroke or pulmonary embolism can occur which ultimately causes long-term disabilities.

To this day Ortho Evra has been linked to a large number of negative health effects and is being held responsible for at least 17 blood clot related deaths. If you or someone you love has experienced harmful side effects from using the Ortho Evra birth control patch, it is very important that you contact a lawyer immediately.