Yaz 28 tablet

Yaz 28 Tablet - Product Information

Yaz 28 tablet is an oral contraceptive pill taken daily to prevent pregnancy. It belongs to the combined hormonal contraceptive category, meaning it contains two active hormones. It is one of the more commonly prescribed birth control options for women of reproductive age.

What does it contain?

Yaz 28 tablet contains two active ingredients: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol. Drospirenone is a synthetic progestogen. Ethinyl estradiol is a synthetic estrogen. Together they form a low-dose combined oral contraceptive.

Who makes it?

Yaz 28 tablet is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals. The pack comes in a 28-tablet strip format, which includes both active and inactive tablets. Check the pack labelling for full manufacturer details.

What is it used for?

The Yaz pill is used mainly to prevent pregnancy in adult women. It is also prescribed for moderate acne in women who need contraception at the same time. Doctors also prescribe it for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, known as PMDD. One tablet covers all three conditions.

How does it work?

Drospirenone suppresses ovulation and thickens cervical mucus. This stops sperm from reaching an egg. Ethinyl estradiol helps keep hormonal balance stable and regulates the menstrual cycle. As a backup, the combination also makes the uterine lining less receptive to implantation. It works on three levels at once.

When should I take it?

Take one tablet every day at the same time. Do not skip or delay doses. Missing a dose reduces contraceptive effectiveness. Taking it at the same clock hour daily also helps avoid breakthrough bleeding.

What dose should I take?

Each strip of Yaz 28 tablet contains 24 active tablets and 4 inactive tablets. Take the active tablets first, then the inactive ones, without any break between strips. Do not take more than one tablet per day. Start a new strip immediately after finishing the previous one.

What are the side effects?

Some side effects reported with the Yaz pill include:

• Nausea, especially in the first few weeks
• Breast tenderness
• Headache
• Mood changes
• Spotting or irregular bleeding between periods
• Reduced libido

More serious effects include signs including

• blood clots
• sudden leg pain
• shortness of breath
• chest pain.

Who should not take it?

Women who smoke and are over 35 should not use combined hormonal contraceptives. It should also be avoided by women with a history of blood clots, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or certain liver conditions. Women with known sensitivity to drospirenone or ethinyl estradiol should not take it either. Your doctor should go through your full medical history before prescribing this.

How should it be stored?

Store Yaz 28 tablet at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid keeping it in a bathroom cabinet where heat and humidity change often. Keep it in its original blister pack until use.

What is the Yaz tablet price at Fertimeds?

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