Xulane - Can I cover my patch with a bandaid? If not then why?
Question posted by Hickman on 31 Oct 2017
Last updated on 30 October 2017
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Stephen Treloar
31 Oct 2017
Because you have broken the contact skin to transdermal gel/medication patch adhesive. It simply will not work and you run the risk of pregnancy or an early precipitated period. Good skin preparation is essential with a patch as is keeping it away from high clothing friction areas.
Stephen Treloar
31 Oct 2017
If you just want to cover it with a band aid to hide it there is no reason why you should not. Just make sure you don't peel off the patch with the band aid.
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