What Are the Potential Side Effects of Yasmin?

Yasmin is a generic name for Drospirenone and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, which is used for female contraception. Some rare side effects may occur due to the effect of progesterone increasing blood viscosity, which may increase the risk of thrombosis. Some people may develop deep vein thrombosis and even pulmonary embolism. Although the above side effects are rare, the consequences can be serious. Therefore, when taking hormones, it is necessary to pay attention to liver function tests, walking more, and preventing thrombosis.

I. What are the side effects of Yasmin?

1. Both estrogen and progesterone are metabolized by the liver. Although the content is small when used, it is necessary to ensure normal liver function. People with a history of hepatitis may have increased liver function when taking these hormones, so they should not take them;

2. Estrogen and progesterone may cause some people to have symptoms similar to early pregnancy, such as dizziness and nausea. Therefore, if you have the above symptoms and cannot tolerate them, you should not take them;

3. Women over 40 years of age are not recommended to take progesterone contraceptives such as Yasmin or Marvelon for contraception.

Finally, it should be emphasized that it is recommended for all people taking contraceptives to consult a professional doctor before starting oral administration for the first time.

II. Dosage and Administration

If taken correctly, the annual failure rate of contraception for combined oral contraceptives is approximately 1%. If there is a missed dose or incorrect administration method, the failure rate of contraception will increase. It must be taken at approximately the same time every day in the order indicated on the package, with a small amount of liquid. Take 1 tablet daily for 21 days. Start taking the next pack after stopping for 7 days, and withdrawal bleeding usually occurs during this period. Bleeding usually begins 2-3 days after the last tablet of the cycle is taken, and bleeding may not have ended when the next pack is started.