Additionally, Yaz causes changes to the cervical mucus and uterine lining. It can make the cervical mucus thicker which makes it harder for sperm to reach the egg. It also makes the uterine lining thinner. Thus, on the off-chance that ovulation does occur and the egg is fertilized, a thinner uterine lining makes it harder for the egg to attach to the uterine wall.
Yaz birth control pills differ slightly from most other combination hormonal birth control pill brands. Unlike other brands which require you to take hormone-containing pills for 21 consecutive days, those on Yaz need to take hormone-containing pills for 24 consecutive days.
This means that you will have to wait four days before beginning a new pack. One active tablet of Yaz contains 3 mg of drospirenone progestin and 20 mcg of ethinyl estradiol estrogen. Always use barrier contraceptives such as the condom or the female condom to prevent the spread of STIs.
Yaz helps reduce acne because the progestin, drospirenone, blocks these acne-causing androgens. Furthermore, according to Bayer , estrogen-containing hormonal birth control pills like Yaz also tend to increase levels of sex hormone binding globulin SHBG in the blood.
This can also help reduce acne because SHBG is capable of binding, thereby deactivating androgens like testosterone. The most common side effects that come with most birth control pills are weight gain and bloating.
According to InformedHealth. This fluid retention can lead to unwanted weight gain. This is likely because of drospirenone, the progestin component. On Sunday, safely discard the rest of the pack and start a new pack that day. Use another method of birth control if you have sex in the 7 days after you miss the pills.
You may not have a period this month. If you miss 2 periods in a row, call your doctor or clinic. If you start your pills on a day other than a Sunday and you miss 2 pills in a row during the third week of your cycle or 3 or more pills at anytime during your cycle, safely dispose of the rest of the pill pack and start a new pack that same day. If you miss any of the white "reminder" pills in week 4, safely dispose of the pills you missed and keep taking one pill each day until the pack is empty.
Begin a new pack as you would normally. See package insert for additional information on when to start and what to do if you forget to take a pill. Store this medication at room temperature in its original packaging and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not dispose of medications in wastewater e. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time. Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects. Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:. Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication. Before you begin taking a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health.
These factors may affect how you should take this medication. Blood clots: All hormonal contraceptives can increase the risk of developing blood clots. Some studies show that birth control pills containing drospirenone have a higher risk of blood clots than other birth control pills.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clots or are at risk of developing blood clots. Tell your doctor if you are planning an upcoming surgery or if you will be immobilized or inactive for a prolonged period of time i. If you experience crushing chest pain or heaviness, pain in the calf, sudden shortness of breath, vision or speech changes, sudden severe headache, weakness or numbness in an arm or leg, or are coughing blood, get immediate medical attention, as these symptoms could indicate a possible blood clot.
Blood pressure: This medication may increase blood pressure, increasing the risks of other heart problems. If you have high blood pressure, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
You may need to visit your doctor more frequently to have your blood pressure checked while using this medication. Occasionally, high blood pressure may develop with the use of hormonal contraceptives. This may require stopping this medication. Cigarette smoking and heart disease: Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious heart disease and death. Birth control pills also increase this risk, particularly as women get older.
Women over 35 years of age who are heavy smokers more than 15 cigarettes per day should not use the birth control pill. All women are urged not to smoke while taking this medication. Other factors that increase your risk of heart disease include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, or a family history of these conditions. It is unclear whether taking the birth control pill increases this risk.
For women who have a low risk of heart disease and do not smoke, the benefits of using low-dose birth control pills outweigh the possible risks of heart disease, regardless of age. These women may continue to use birth control pills up to the age of menopause.
Depression: This medication, like other birth control medications, may contribute to feelings of depression. If you have a history of depression or other emotional problems, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
If you have a history of depression or other emotional problems you may be more likely to have a recurrence while taking oral birth control medications. Diabetes: If you have diabetes, or have a family history of diabetes, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Diabetes: If you have diabetes, or have a family history of diabetes, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
If you have diabetes, it may be necessary to test your blood sugar more often to detect any worsening of blood sugar control after starting birth control pills.
Electrolytes: This medication contains the progesterone drospirenone, which may increase potassium levels in women who are at high risk for this condition. Women with reduced kidney or liver function or inadequate production of adrenal hormones are at increased risk. If you receive other medications that can increase your potassium you should have your potassium levels checked by your doctor when you first start this medication.
Some of these medications include potassium supplements, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin-II receptor antagonists e. Eye disorders: Women who are taking birth control pills may experience fluid buildup in the cornea of the eye that may cause vision changes.
This fluid buildup may also mean that your contact lenses may not fit as well as they used to, especially if you have hard contact lenses. Soft contact lenses usually do not cause problems. If your contact lenses feel uncomfortable, talk to your eye doctor. Fibroid tumours: This medication may worsen fibroid tumours noncancerous growths in the uterus , causing sudden enlargement, pain, or tenderness. If you notice these effects, contact your doctor. Gallbladder problems: The use of hormonal contraceptives increases the risk of gallbladder problems.
If you experience symptoms of gallbladder problems such as severe stomach or back between the shoulder blades pain, nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor. Kidney disease: If you have kidney disease, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
You may need to have regular blood tests while taking this medication. Liver disease: Although uncommon, the use of hormonal contraceptives has been associated with liver problems. See your doctor as soon as possible if you develop signs of liver problems such as yellow eyes or skin, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, or itchy skin.
Migraine and headache: If you have migraines, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition and whether any special monitoring is needed.
You should report the development of new types of headaches that are recurrent, persistent, or severe or worsening migraine headaches to your doctor.
Regular checkups: You should visit your doctor yearly for a physical examination and follow-up while you are taking this medication. Return to fertility: After stopping birth control therapy, you should delay pregnancy until at least one normal spontaneous menstrual cycle has occurred in order to date the pregnancy. An alternative birth control method should be used during this time.
If you do not menstruate for 6 months or more after stopping birth control pills, notify your doctor. Risk of cancer: The use of hormonal contraceptives may increase the risk of breast and cervical cancer in women before menopause around age If you have been using hormonal contraceptives for a long time more than 8 years , started using them at an early age, or have a family history of cancer mother or sister , you may be at an increased risk of developing cancer.
Talk to your doctor about whether any special monitoring is needed. If you are taking birth control pills, you should learn how to do a breast self-exam. Notify your doctor any time you detect a lump. In a few women, the use of birth control pills may speed up the growth of a breast cancer that has not yet been diagnosed. A yearly clinical breast examination is also recommended because, if breast cancer should develop, medications that contain estrogen may cause the cancer to grow quickly.
It is recommended that latex condoms be used in combination with this medication to protect against these infections. Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy.
If you become pregnant while taking this medication, or think that you may be pregnant, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Breast-feeding: The hormones in this medication pass into breast milk. Breast-feeding women should use another form of birth control until they are no longer breast-feeding.
Talk to your doctor about your options. Children: The safety and effectiveness of using this medication have not been established for children under 14 years of age. There may be an interaction between drospirenone - ethinyl estradiol - levomefolate and any of the following:. If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.
Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed. Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter non-prescription , and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take.
Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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