Evorel Conti is a patch which releases oestrogen and progesterone at a constant rate, and is used to reduce the symptoms of menopause.
During the menopause, the amount of the oestrogen produced by a woman’s body drops. Symptoms can include a hot face, neck and chest (“hot flushes”), night sweats, mood swings, vaginal problems such as dryness/itching, uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse.
You will only be prescribed Evorel Conti if your symptoms seriously hinder your daily life.
Like all medicines, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects include:
- Irritated, itchy, red skin and rash where the patch is applied
- Allergic reaction (hypersensitivity)
- Being unable to sleep
- Feeling depressed, nervous or anxious
- Headache
- Flushing, skin reddening
- Breast pain
- Numb or tingling hands orfeet
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- Diarrhoea / stomach ache
- Pain including pain in the back or joints
- Painful periods
- Discharge from the vagina
- Irregular, heavy or prolonged bleeding from the vagina, including aftersex
- Water retention or build-up of fluid under the skin (oedema)
- Feeling tired
- Weight gain
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
Please read the patient information leaflet before use.
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Weight | 0.05 kg |
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Dimensions | 15.2 × 12.7 × 9.5 cm |
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