Yasmin : Oral Contraceptive

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21 yellow tablets
Active Ingredients:
3 mg drosperinone and 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol.

Inactive ingredients:
lactose monohydrate NF, corn starch NF, pregelatinized starch NF, povidone 25000 NF, magnesium stearate NF, hypromellose USP, macrogol 6000 NF, titanium dioxide USP, talc USP, and ferric oxide pigment, yellow NF. The white inert film-coated tablets contain lactose monohydrate NF, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate NF, hypromellose USP, talc USP, and titanium dioxide USP.

7 white inert film-coated tablets
Inactive Ingredients:
Lactose monohydrate NF, corn starch NF, povidone 25000 NF, magnesium stearate NF, hypromellose USP, talc USP, and titanium dioxide USP.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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December 27, 2007

Pros:

First 12 months - weight loss, clear skin

Cons:

2nd 12 months - severe anxiety, panic attacks, depression, nausea (with nil history of such)

This pill is by far the WORSTY pill I have ever been on. The first year was ok with little side effects...then my world fell down around me. My personality changed and I was terrified. It took me a while to realise that YASMIN was the cause. Within a week of stopping it the dark cloud over me lifted. Anxiety took a while to subside. Overall it has taken me 2 years to completely re-balance my hormones and vitamin deficiencies.
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December 14, 2007

Pros:

With all that said below there are no pros that any other birthcontrol pill can't do.

Cons:

Very moody, significant weight gain, doesn't really help my acne. I am about to start Isotretinoin (a really strong vitamin A).

I have only taken it for a month and I like it, however I have gained a lot of weight within a month. I didn't know my period would stop, that might be a plus for others. My mood swings are controlable.
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December 4, 2007

Pros:

clear skin, mild cramps,

Cons:

rashes on other parts of body i.e. arms, thighs.

I have almost no acne w/ Yaz and my sex drive is still good which certainly did not happen w/ my previous birth control, Kariva. Yes, the skin rashes suck but investing in some hydrocortisone cream makes it bearable. It's better that having bumps on your face.
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December 2, 2007

Pros:

idk?

Cons:

to many to list

Ive been on the pill for two weeks and I thought i was going crazy until i came to this sight and realized alot of other people expierenced the same side affects from the pill. Im usually a very happy, modivated, and energetic person. Ever since going on the pill I have experienced random mood swings, and I randomly cry for no reason at all. I feel depressed and its not worth it. On top of that I can not concentrate on anything. I have no appetite and feel extremely nauseas after eating anything. I normally work out and feel great doing it. Lately I have no energy and give up right as I am starting. All I want to do is sleep, Ive been going to sleep at 8:30 every night including the weekends and im only 17! Every since Ive been on the pill I feel like a crazy person and Im really considering getting off or switching.
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December 1, 2007

Pros:

cleared up my acne... i could see my freckles once again! also, kind of an appetite suppressant, can be taken 3 packs at a time, no pms really

Cons:

badly decreased sex drive (after 3 year on yasmin), put me in weird moods--light depression, still had cramps (the reason I was on it in the first place)

I have been off Yasmin for a month, and my sex drive is back! I am in a better mood now, but I have a bigger appetite now and my face has broken out again! I'm considering switching to a different bc, but if you are using it to clear your skin and don't need a sex drive, I would recommend it.
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November 26, 2007

Pros:

Regular period,effective birth control method

Cons:

Acne,Sore breasts,mood swings which i did not have previously.My skin was very clear.But now it is awful.

Sore breasts are the worse and I was never so emotional before.Sometimes I feel bored and dont find interest in anything.
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November 23, 2007

Pros:

Short periods

Cons:

Did not improve my skin. Extreme depression the week of my period.

No pill has improved my skin either, (ortho, estrostep) but no other pill has made me feel so terrible once a month. I am switching next month.
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November 16, 2007

Pros:

No Pregnancy

Cons:

After a while I started getting cramps again, slight acne, heavy period

For the first year or so I loved it, now i get cramps really bad, and i get acne (which i never had before) right before and after periods. and my periods are a LOT heavier and longer. I havent gotten pregnant though!
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November 15, 2007

Pros:

no pregnancy, no cramps

Cons:

horrible anxiety, panic attacks, crippling depression, irritability, loss of libido,

amanda is right ladies, do your own research. i have been off this pill for 4 months now after 4 years on and i am completely serious when i say it devastated my life. don't believe that your gyno has all the answers for you. do your own research.
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November 11, 2007

Pros:

Creates only tiny mood change, reduces acne (tho I still need antibiotics) & is anti-androgenic. I have tried several combined pills (marvelon, mercilon ++) and they made me depressed/spotty/fat. No weight gain (but bigger boobs) with Yasmin.

Cons:

Occasional spotting if you run several packs together to avoid having periods, (probably) slightly higher risk of SERIOUS side effects (blood clots, lung problems) so be sure you're super healthy before using this one. I've read plenty of research...

The best I have tried by miles, as doesn't create as bad mood swings as other pills (for me). As with all pills, you MUST give it 2-3 months for your body to get used to it. Your body will revolt at first, which is normal. I've been on it for years. People in the UK beware: this drug is one of the more expensive brands, thus your doctor will be reluctant to prescribe it as it'll cost them, but of course this could also be cos you're particularly prone to the risks I mentioned in the cons. No harm in asking why the doc is saying no! It's the most popular pill in many northern European countries where the pill is not free, which says something. You'll probably only fully appreciate Yasmin if you've been on other pills before that did not agree with you.
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