The following information is a
summary. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Tablets
Chemical Name: DROSPIRENONE (droh-SPYE-re-none) and ETHINYL ESTRADIOL
(ETH-in-il ess-tra-DYE-ole)
Common uses
Yasmin is an estrogen and progestin combination used to prevent
pregnancy. It may also be used to regulate the menstrual cycle,
treat symptoms of menopause, or treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you
are also taking nevirapine or rifampin. ADDITIONAL MONITORING
OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking ACE
inhibitors (e.g., captopril, lisinopril), angiotensin II receptor
blockers (e.g., losartan), barbiturates, carvedilol, corticosteroids,
cyclosporine, felbamate, griseofulvin, heparin, HIV protease inhibitors,
modafinil, metoprolol, pioglitazone, penicillin or tetracycline
antibiotics, theophylline, topiramate, troglitazone, troleandomycin,
certain water pills (e.g., spironolactone, triamterene), NSAIDs
(e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), medicine for seizures, or St. John's
wort. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED
if you have a history of cancer, heart, kidney, or liver conditions;
pulmonary embolism, blood clots, stroke, cerebrovascular disease,
diabetes, high cholesterol, depression, or smoking. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about
taking this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your
doctor. THIS MEDICINE COMES with a patient information leaflet.
Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions
that you may have before using this medicine. TRY TO TAKE THIS
MEDICINE at the same time every day, not more than 24 hours apart.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as you remember.
Take your next dose at the regular time. This means you may take
2 doses on the same day. IF YOU MISS MORE THAN 1 DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE, refer to the patient information that came with this
medicine. If you have any questions, contact your doctor, nurse,
or pharmacist.
Cautions
SMOKING CIGARETTES while using this medicine may increase your
risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure,
or other diseases of the heart and blood vessels. TAKING CERTAIN
ANTIBIOTICS or anticonvulsants while you are using this medicine
may decrease the effectiveness of this medicine. To prevent pregnancy,
use an additional form of birth control until your next period.
If you have any questions, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using
this medicine. IF YOU WEAR CONTACT LENSES and you develop problems
with them, contact your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE dark skin
patches on your face. Exposure to the sun may make these patches
darker. If patches develop, use a sunscreen or protective clothing
when exposed to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths. USE OF THIS
MEDICINE WILL NOT PREVENT the spread of sexually transmitted diseases
(STDs). DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE if you are pregnant. IF YOU SUSPECT
THAT YOU COULD BE PREGNANT, contact your doctor immediately. THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist
to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea,
vomiting, bleeding between menstrual periods, breast tenderness,
or weight change. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience persistent or recurrent abnormal vaginal bleeding,
a missed menstrual period, dizziness or fainting, swelling of
fingers or ankles, headache, or difficulty wearing contact lenses.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience sharp or crushing
chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, sudden severe headache,
pain in the groin or calf, yellow skin or eyes, lumps in the breast,
changes in vision, severe depression, numbness of an arm or leg,
or severe stomach pain. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker
to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check
drug interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
nausea and vomiting. Females may experience vaginal bleeding.
Additional information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS
MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply
runs out. |