TRANSDERMAL PATCH FOR ADMINISTERING 17-DEACETYL NORGESTIMATE ALONE OR IN COMBINATION WITH AN ESTROGEN

摘要

Compositions and methods for preventing ovulation in a woman are provided, as well as compositions and methods for female hormone replacement therapy. The compositions can be administered by the use of a transdermal patch. The patch will administer 17-deacetyl norgestimate alone or in combination with an estrogen such as ethinyl estradiol to women.