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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September 11, 2007

Pros:

No pregnancy, very little water retention

Cons:

Extreme tiredness, leg cramps, tearfulness

I've only been on this birth control pill for a month so I'm hoping it will help clear up my PCOS-related acne. I used to take Dianette for that, but having gained 14 lbs in just 3 months I decided to come off it before having a break and trying something new. I'm waiting to see whether my acne and other symptoms will clear up as I've been led to believe. Birth control is free in the UK so I don't have to pay for this.
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August 24, 2007

Pros:

none so far

Cons:

after 3 weeks, my skin is horrible and was fine before(that's why I'm here)

I don't know...
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August 1, 2007

Pros:

Doesn't seem to be causing any mood problems. I have a history of depression and was concerned that it would aggrevate it; to date, however, it has not.

Cons:

My skin is a mess! I normally have clear skin and it has caused acne all over my face.
Weight gain - only about 5 pounds, but annoying just the same.
Reduced libido. Not significantly, but noticable.

It always seems to be such an individual matter when it comes to birth control... I'm uncertain yet as to whether or not I would recommend it, given that there are such a wide range of pills available, there may be a more suitable alternative - at least for me.
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July 27, 2007

Pros:

No spotting, lighter period, less cramps.

Cons:

depression and anxiety, extreme emotions, made my acne worse (so far). Felt extremely sick for the first 2 weeks, almost gave up. Want no physical contact with boyfriend.

Maybe I haven't used it enough... but so far I am not impressed at all.
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May 16, 2007

Pros:

No unplanned babies! Less water weight than other pills I've tried, less emotional breakdowns, clearer skin, did I mention no babies?

Cons:

First few pill sof the months make me kinda sick, deffinate increase in hunger, no generic yet - my insurance doesn't cover most of it.

I've been on Jasmine for a while now, 2yrs off and on (had a planned baby somewhere in there) and love it. I had so many problems with the Estrostep Fe and Orthotricyclin I was on in the past. Ortho made me vomit nonstop and Estro made me an emotional wreck! Yes, it does take time for your skin to clear up but it gets better! The first 2-3 months I though my skin was just getting worse but once my body got used to the hormones I got lots of compliments on my skin! I went 6 months without a single breakout!
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April 27, 2007

Pros:

Not sure yet...it's only been a week...

Cons:

What I have noticed is...aching arms (right one)..nausa..a little moody...hear burn..leg cramps..

I was told side affects could last 2 weeks - 1 month..so I will give it more time..before I make a final decision...but if this continues...
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April 3, 2007

Pros:

no pregnancy

Cons:

gained 10 pounds in 2 months, horrible mood swings, depression, low self esteem, rage and anger, crying all the time for no reason, severe sensitivity, acne, extremely painful leg cramps

IF YOU WANT TO MAKE YOURSELF HATE LIFE, then go for it.
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April 3, 2007

Pros:

No Pregnancy.

Cons:

Variable periods (sometimes 3 days, sometimes 7). Horrible mood swings. Uncontrolable crying at times. Severe anger issues. Very low sex drive.

I've been taking Yasmine for about two years (with a break for pregnancy.) Just in the last few months my moods have taken a horrible turn. My husband and I argue alot. I want to go off of it before it hurts my relationship with him and our children.
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March 25, 2007

Pros:

no pregnancy, convenient

Cons:

daughter experienced severe mood swings, anger, depression, couldn't get along with anyone, when she went off it because of a found breast lump which she had removed, she now has moderate acne which she never had at all before.

The list of women who complain of mood swings worries me that my daughter will once again "not be her sweet self" and turn into a hormonal maniac! I wonder if it will clear up her acne soon!!
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March 13, 2007

Pros:

only been on it a few weeks so dont know the pros yet

Cons:

worse migraines which i have never suffered with, sore breasts all the time, acne gotten horrific, big and pussy all over both cheeks also feel sex drive is lower

I am on yasmin to clear up my acne and for contraception purposes, so far has made the acne so much worse that its making me depressed and affecting my relationship.will still give it a go but if the acne doesnt clear up in 3 months then am coming off it
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