Health Conditions

Benefits

Convenient to use (weekly self administration)

Risks

No protection against sexually transmitted infections

Possibly less effectiveness in women who weigh 198 pounds or more compared to women with lower body weights

Cannot be re-applied if it comes off accidentally

Increased risk of:

• Blood clots ? including deep venous thromboembolisms (DVTs), which are blood clots in the legs
• Liver cancer
• Stroke

Possibly increased risk of:

• Heart attacks, especially among smokers
• High blood pressure

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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.