When and How to Take Oxytrol
General considerations for when and how to take the medication include the following:
- Oxytrol comes in patch form. It is applied to the skin of the abdomen, hips, or buttocks.
- Usually, the patch is changed twice a week (every three to four days). Try to change it on the same days each week (such as on Sundays and Wednesdays).
- Make sure to take the old patch off when you apply a new one.
- Choose a clean, dry area of the skin that is not irritated or damaged. Rotate the applications sites (wait at least a week before applying a patch in the same place).
- You should be able to shower, swim, bathe, or exercise without causing any problems. However, do not rub the patch while you are doing these activities.
- If an Oxytrol patch falls off, try to stick it back on. If it will not stay in place, apply a new patch (but still follow your usual patch changing schedule).
- After you have removed a patch, fold it in half and dispose of it out of reach of children and pets.
- For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed.
There is only one standard recommended Oxytrol dose, regardless of your age, weight, or other medical conditions or medications. As is always the case with any medication, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
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