Ortho Evra birth control patch label change

January 31st, 2008 by Scott Thomas

The FDA approved a label change to Johnson & Johnson’s Ortho Evra patch on January 18, 2008. The patch has been known to cause which can lead to pulmonary embolism and death. The label change comes after testing revealed women on the patch between the ages of 15-44 are at a higher risk for pulmonary embolism.


Currently there is litigation pending throughout the United States, including in Chicago, relating to the use of the Ortho Evra patch. Plaintiffs have filed after suffering from , and in some cases death. The side effects of the patch can be very serious and even deadly.

If you or someone you know developed while being on the Ortho Evra patch, contact an attorney immediately to learn your legal rights. You may be able to file a claim against the manufacturer for the injuries suffered.

January 31st, 2008 by Gary MaCallister with injuryboard.com

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  • http://hubpages.com/hub/Mirena-IUD-Birth-Control-Contraceptive Birth Control

    I tried the ortho evra patch and every where I would place the patch I would end up with rashes that itched like crazy. I lasted 5 weeks before giving up.. I use Mirena Birth Control now.

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