| abstract |
An active substance-containing patch for controlled release of estradiol or its pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives, alone or in combination with gestagens, to the human or animal skin, consisting of a backing layer, an active substance-containing reservoir connected thereto which is suitable for combined active substance release and which has been produced using pressure-sensitive adhesives, and a detachable protective layer, is characterized in that the pressure-sensitive adhesive contains wool wax or components thereof and zinc oxide. |