What is Yasmin?
Yasmin is a combined hormonal contraceptive pill (combination pill), which contains two active ingredients: the gestagen Drospirenon and the estrogen ethinylestradiol. It is manufactured by Bayer and is one of the most prescribed pills worldwide.
The pill is characterized by the gesstagen Drospirenon, which is very similar to the body's own progesterone. Unlike older gestagens, Drospirenon has a slightly dewatering effect and acts antiandrogen – so it can improve acne and excessive body hair.
With correct application, Yasmin offers a very high concept protection with a Pearl index of about 0.1 to 0.9.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Drospirenon 3 mg, Ethinylestradiol 0,03 mg
Yasmin prevents pregnancy by several mechanisms:
Ovulation inhibition: The hormones in Yasmin suppress ovulation by influencing the body's hormone production. The brain receives the signal that sufficient hormones are already present, and the distribution of FSH and LH – the hormones that trigger ovulation – is inhibited.
Thickening of cervical mucus: The mucus in the cervical neck becomes more viscous, so sperm can penetrate into the cervix more difficultly.
Change of cervical mucosa: The mucous membrane of the uterus is less built up, which would make it harder to insert a fertilized egg.
Special Drospirenon: The drospirenon contained in Yasmin additionally has an antimineralocorticoide effect – it acts easily dewatering and can thus reduce water retention before the period.
Who is it suitable for?
Yasmin is suitable for women who:
- Want a reliable hormonal conception protection
- tend to water retention before the period
- suffer from light to moderate acne
- Increased body hair (hirsutism) have
- prefer a pill with constant hormone levels
Especially suitable for:
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) with water retention
- Hormonal skin impurities
- Wish for regular cycle
**Before the first entry should be clarified:* *
- Are there risk factors for thromboses?
- Is there hypertension or severe overweight?
- Are other drugs taken?
- Is pregnancy safe?
Available Dosages
Inactive content:
- Drospirenon: 3 mg per tablet
- Ethinylestradiol: 0.030 mg (30 micrograms) per tablet
Pack sizes:
- 1 x 21 tablets (1 month cycle)
- 3 x 21 tablets (3 monthly cycles)
- 6 x 21 tablets (6 monthly cycles)
Intake scheme: For 21 days a tablet, followed by 7 days break. A bleeding usually occurs during the pause.
How to Take
Initiation of receipt: Ideally start on the first day of the monthly bleeding – then there is immediate concept protection. At a later start (day 2-5), condoms should be used in the first 7 days.
Adoption:
- Take a tablet every day at the same time
- Suck with some water
- Independent meals
Intake pause: After 21 tablets follow 7 days without taking pills. In this time, bleeding usually occurs. The next pack is started on the 8th day, regardless of whether the bleeding continues.
Forget tablet:
- Forgotten up to 12 hours: Immediately take after, keep protection
- Forgot more than 12 hours: Immediately accept, additionally prevent 7 days with condom
When vomiting or diarrhea: If vomiting or severe diarrhea occurs within 3-4 hours after taking, the active substance absorption may be incomplete. Take another tablet from a reserve package.
Contraindications
**Yasmin must not be taken at:* *
- Other or earlier thromboses (blood clot in legs, lung, heart or brain)
- Increased risk of thrombosis due to multiple risk factors (ripples over 35 years, strong overweight, longer immobility)
- Black liver disease or liver tumors
- Hormon-dependent tumors (determined breast cancer, cervical cancer)
- **Unexplained vaginal bleeding * *
- ** pregnant or suspected
- Heavy kidney failure (Drospirenon increases potassium level)
Provided for:
- Smokers over 35 years
- High blood pressure
- Migraine with aura
- Diabetes with vascular damage
- Increased blood fat levels
- Familiary thrombosis tendency
Important note: Combination pills increase the risk of venous thromboembolia easily. In Drospirenon-containing pills, this risk is somewhat higher than in Levonorgestrel-containing preparations.
Possible Side Effects
**Family side effects (1-10%):* *
- Headaches
- nausea
- Breast tensions or sensitivity
- mood swings
- Intermediate bleeding (especially in the first months)
- Changes in libido
**Other side effects (0,1-1%):* *
- Migraine
- Water retention
- Weight changes
- Skin rash
- Increased blood pressure
Seltene, but severe side effects:
- Venous thromboembolia (Beinvenenthrombose, lung embolia)
- Arterial thromboembolia (health attack, stroke)
Warning signs for thrombosis – immediately to the doctor:
- Sudden severe pain or swelling in the leg
- Breathless or stabbing chest pain
- Sudden visual disturbances
- Strong headaches, dizziness, speech disorders
Positive effects: Many users report improved skin, less water retention before the period and more regular, lighter bleeding.
Interactions
Sustainability by:
- Antiepileptic (Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Phenobarbital)
- HIV drugs (Ritonavir, Nevirapin)
- Johanniskraut (plant antidepressant)
- Rifampicin (Antibiotics in tuberculosis)
- Some antibiotics (Rifabutin)
Special caution:
- Potassium-saving diuretics (ACE inhibitors, AT1 antagonists) – Drospirenon can increase potassium levels
- NSAR like ibuprofen for longer use
No relevant influence at:
- Most antibiotics (penicilline, cephalosporins)
- Short-term painkiller intake
Recommendation: When taking medications that can affect the pill effect, condoms should be used for the duration of treatment plus 7 days.
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Important Notice
This information does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your health or the suitability of this medication, please consult a doctor. Read the package leaflet before use.