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The Yaz birth control pill is around 92% effective on average and up to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy when taken perfectly.

If you miss one pill, take it as soon as you remember and take the next pill at your regular time. If you miss two pink pills during week one or two, take two pills on the day you remember and two more on the next day. It’s recommended to use a backup form of birth control like a condom during the week you miss a pill.

Yaz birth control pills may help regulate your period. However, some people may experience more irregular periods after starting the pill as well.

One tablet contains 3 milligrams (mg) of drospirenone and 0.02 mg of ethinyl estradiol. The recommended dosage is one light pink pill a day for 24 days. The last four days consist of white placebo pills that should also be taken at the same time every day.

Yaz birth control does not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Use another form of birth control like condoms along with Yaz to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections.

The most common side effects of Yaz birth control include:

• Headaches
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• Breast tenderness
• Mood changes
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Bloating

Not everyone will experience the same side effects while taking Yaz birth control. If you experience these or any additional symptoms, reach out to a healthcare provider.

It’s not uncommon for your weight to fluctuate while taking Yaz and other combination birth control pills. For example, some people may initially lose weight but gain more weight back over time.

Severe side effects that can happen while taking Yaz birth control include:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• High blood pressure
• Blood clots
• Dizziness
• Intense abdominal pain
• Itchy rash
• Suicidal thoughts
• Swelling
• Trouble breathing
• Increasing potassium levels

If you experience any side effects, be sure to speak with your healthcare provider right away. Other potential side effects that require immediate care include jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin), hyperkalemia, liver disease, and unexpected pregnancy.

If switching from a different form of birth control pills, start Yaz on the same day you would have started a new pack of your previous birth control pills. For those who may have previously been on other birth control methods like the ring or injection, start Yaz when you would have received the next dose. You can start Yaz on the same day you remove an IUD or implant.

Yaz birth control is the brand-name version of generic drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol birth control. While both medications are just as effective, generic versions of Yaz are typically more affordable.

Yaz and Yasmin both have drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol as ingredients. However, Yaz contains 0.01 mg less of ethinyl estradiol. Yaz is also FDA-approved to treat PMDD, unlike Yasmin.

If you do become pregnant while taking the pill, tell your healthcare provider right away. While Yaz birth control can be up to 99% effective, not taking the pill consistently at the same time everyday can lower effectiveness.

Be sure to speak with your healthcare provider if you want to stop taking the pill. They can provide additional guidance on your pregnancy journey and perform a pre-pregnancy checkup.

Yaz birth control may interact with the following medications:

• Aromatase inhibitors
• Protease inhibitors
• Fezolinetant (Veozah)
• Ospemifene (Osphena)
• Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
• Tizanidine (Zanaflex)
• Tranexamic acid (Lysteda®)
• NSAIDs
• Heparin
• Potassium-sparing diuretics

Be sure to let your healthcare provider know about any other medications you may be taking before starting Yaz. Certain herbal supplements like St. John’s wort may also lead to adverse side effects.

A healthcare provider may recommend an alternate form of birth control for people who have: -A history of blood clots -Had a stroke or heart attack -Uncontrolled high blood pressure -Severe diabetes -A history of severe migraines -Had breast cancer -A history of kidney disease or adrenal disease -Smokers over the age of 35

Be sure to thoroughly discuss your health history with a healthcare provider before starting Yaz birth control.

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