Yasmin
Yasmin is a birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
0.03 mg / 3 mg
Active Ingredient
Drospirenone
Manufacturer
Bayer Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Take one Yasmin tablet every day.
Method
Take the tablet with or without food, with a small amount of water if needed, at approximately the same time each day.
Important
Take one active tablet daily for 21 days, followed by 7 pill-free days.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Menstrual disorders, breakthrough bleeding, breast pain, breast tenderness
- •Headache, depressed mood, migraine
- •Nausea, thick vaginal discharge, vaginal yeast infection
RARE
- •Breast enlargement, changes in sexual desire, weight changes, fluid retention
- •Acne, rash, severe skin itching, hair loss, skin conditions like erythema nodosum or erythema multiforme
- •High or low blood pressure, vomiting, diarrhea, vaginal infection, allergic reactions, asthma, breast discharge, hearing loss
Important Warnings
- Yasmin can increase your risk of blood clots. Seek medical help immediately if you notice symptoms of a blood clot, such as sudden swelling or pain in a leg, shortness of breath, chest pain, or vision problems.
- It is important to check your breasts regularly and tell your doctor about any lumps. If you experience severe abdominal pain, contact your doctor as it may be a sign of a rare liver tumor.
- Yasmin does not protect you against HIV (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases.
- Do not use Yasmin if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, as this may cause itching, rash, or swelling.
- Always tell your doctor and pharmacist about any other medications or herbal products you are using, as they may affect Yasmin's effectiveness.
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- Yasmin contains lactose. If you have lactose intolerance, talk to your doctor before use.