norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol

FDA Drug Profile — XULANE, norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol

Drug Details

Generic Name
norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol
Brand Names
XULANE, norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol
Application Number
ANDA200910
Sponsor
A-S Medication Solutions
NDC Codes
4
Dosage Forms
PATCH
Routes
TRANSDERMAL
Active Ingredients
ETHINYL ESTRADIOL, NORELGESTROMIN

Indications and Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol transdermal system is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women with a body mass index (BMI) < 30 kg/m 2 for whom a combined hormonal contraceptive is appropriate. Limitations of Use: Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol transdermal system may be less effective in preventing pregnancy in women who weigh 198 lbs (90 kg) or more. Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol transdermal system is contraindicated for use in women with BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 [ see Contraindications ( 4 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) and Clinical Studies ( 14 ) ]. Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol transdermal system is an estrogen/progestin combination hormonal contraceptive (CHC), indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women with a BMI < 30 kg/m 2 for whom combined hormonal contraceptive is appropriate. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: Norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol transdermal system may be less effective in preventing pregnancy in women at or above 198 lbs (90 kg). ( 1 , 4 , 14 )