YAZ
YAZ Products are primarily used for
Contraception
About YAZ Products
Uses of YAZ Products
Ethinyl Estradiol+Drospirenone is used for contraception. It may also be used in the treatment of irregular periods.
YAZ Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of YAZ are Nausea, Headache, Breast pain, Breast tenderness, Menstrual disorder, Depression, Migraine, Intermenstrual bleeding, Vaginal discharge, Vaginal yeast infection.
How YAZ Products work
Ethinyl Estradiol + Drospirenone is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Patient Concerns about YAZ Products
Frequently asked questions about YAZ Products
Frequently asked questions about YAZ Products
Q. What is YAZ Tablet and what is it used for?
YAZ Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
Q. How and in what dose should I take YAZ Tablet?
Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Q. What if I forget to take YAZ Tablet?
If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at the same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least next 7 days to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor, if this persists.
Q. What if I vomit after taking YAZ Tablet?
If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking YAZ Tablet, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take another dose as soon as you feel well enough.
Q. What are the common side effects of taking YAZ Tablet?
You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking YAZ Tablet. Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary if these persist consult with your doctor.