Drospirenone (Yasmin®, Yaz®)
Oral Contraceptive
Reviews
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Drospirenone (Yasmin®, Yaz®)
Oral Contraceptive
Efficacy
63%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Note: Improvement significantly increases after 24 weeks.
Drospirenone (Yasmin®, Yaz®)
Oral Contraceptive
Side Effects
High
Drospirenone (Yasmin®, Yaz®)
Oral Contraceptive
Acne.org’s Real World Take
All oral contraceptives appear to clear the skin about the same amount. Some people report cessation of acne symptoms and others see partial relief. However, messing with hormones is messing with hormones and it’s best to proceed with caution. But if you’re looking to take the birth control pill anyway, one of the benefits is clearer skin.
Drospirenone (Yasmin®, Yaz®)
Oral Contraceptive
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Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
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March 8, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

lighter period and always on time, milder menstrual cramps

Cons:

less sex drive, decreased ability to clear infection?

Great for menstrual cycle associated problems. Don't know for sure if this is due to yasmin, but for the first time in my life I had a viral infection I could not clear for 2 weeks.
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February 19, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

Not pregnat, good mood, no head aches, no weight gain

Cons:

Acne, nausea

It seems alot of people here hate this pill but i love it. Aside from the small amount of acne and some minor nausea i have had no major side effects. Although it may be the cause of some diareah and frequent urination. These problems are not bad or that bothersome. I have been in a great mood since starting Yasmin!!!
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February 17, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

No babies, less ance,lighter periods,less cramps and bloating

Cons:

little weight gain

This is the best contraceptive i have ever used since i began using. them i would recommened this pill to anyone that is looking for a good birh control!!!
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February 15, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

The best skin since the results from Accutane deminished. PCOS symptoms are gone - male pattern hair growth, thinning hair on head.

Cons:

Zero sex drive, but that has been the case since my older daughter was born almost 5 years ago.

After hearing negative comments from my sister and reading the same, I had to comment. I enjoy great results with this pill. The breakthrough bleeding lasted the first 3 months, but once I made it through the transition no trouble. It is very carefree.
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January 21, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

Helped clear my skin along with Retin-A Micro.

Cons:

nothing

If this doesn't work for your acne after 3 months, than try Ortho-Tri-Cyclin. I used to be on that for acne, but just found that this one worked better for me. It is different for everyone.
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