Twirla: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings
Generic name: Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel (transdermal) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Twirla? Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel transdermal (skin patch) is a combination birth control medicine used to prevent pregnancy. Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Using this medicine can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. You are even more at risk if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or if you are overweight Smoking can greatly increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. Your risk increases the older you are and the more you smoke. You shoul...