Yasmin Contraceptive Pill

Yasmin as a Contraceptive

Contraceptive medications are used to prevent unwanted pregnancy and can also help to alleviate symptoms of menstruation. Yasmin is one of the most common types of oral contraceptives and is taken consecutively for 21 days with a seven-day break at the end of the cycle. The bleeding generally occurs during the 7-day break.

What is Yasmin and how does it work?

Yasmin is a monophasic (21-day pill) that contains two different female hormones, namely drospirenone and ethinylestradiol. These hormones prevent the ovaries from ovulating or releasing an egg. Yasmin works by altering the hormonal balance of the body to prevent ovulation by making the lining of the uterus less receptive to egg implantation.

Yasmin is not intended for use by females who have not had their first periods or for those who have experienced menopause.

Is Yasmin right for me?

If you are looking for an effective oral contraceptive, Yasmin may be right for you. However, it may not be suitable for you if you have the following:

• If you have ever had a blood clot or are at risk of a blood clot
• If you have severe heart, liver or kidney problems
• If you have high or low blood pressure
• If you have ever had a migraine with aura
• If you are suspected of having breast cancer
• If you have unexplained bleeding from the vagina
• If you are taking medication for hepatitis C

All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects of Yasmin. However, these do not always occur and are mostly mild in nature. But if you experience any prolonged or worrying side effects of Yasmin, please discontinue the medication immediately and consult your doctor.

Common side effects include:

• Decreased sexual drive
• Mood swings
• Tender breasts 
• Weight gain
• Headaches, migraine
• Nausea
• Thick whitish vaginal discharge
• Vaginal yeast infection
• Irregular bleeding
• Risk of a blood clot

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All orders placed before 14:00 on weekdays will be delivered the next working day. For the majority of the UK, medication will be dispatched by Royal Mail, Monday to Friday, if ordered before 14:00. Dispatches are sent using Royal Mail's Next-Day Tracked 24-Hour service. We will email you tracking information directly and you should receive your order the day after dispatch.

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We know that many of our customers turn to us when they need personal medication, preferring to use our online service rather than shopping for the product face to face. That is why our delivery is always discreetly packaged in plain brown boxes or envelopes. You will not have to worry about any content descriptions, and the package will be for your eyes only!

Yasmin is a combined oral contraceptive pill that contains the hormones ethinylestradiol and drospirenone. It is used to prevent pregnancy. Yasmin can also be used to treat the premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and moderate acne in women who are at least 14 years old. It is not known whether Yasmin is safe to use during pregnancy. Therefore, it should not be taken if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Some of the common side effects of Yasmin include headache, nausea, breast tenderness, and spotting between periods. Less common side effects include mood changes, depression, bloating, and changes in sex drive. You should stop taking Yasmin and see your doctor if you experience any of these side effects. Yasmin is not recommended for use by women who are over 35 years old or who have a history of blood clots.

Yasmin  is usually taken once a day, at the same time each day. You should take Yasmin for as long as your doctor recommends. If you forget to take a dose of Yasmin, take it as soon as you remember (even if it means taking 2 pills together). A missed pill is one that is 24 or more hours late. Please see the patient information leaflet or speak to a healthcare professional for specific advise about a missed pill. When used correctly, Yasmin can be over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. 

If you are interested in using Yasmin to prevent pregnancy, talk to your doctor. They can help you decide if Yasmin is the right contraceptive for you. Yasmin is also available in a generic form.