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Yaz

Ethinylestradiol · Drospirenone

Formulated to alleviate hormonal acne and symptoms of PMDD to support pregnancy prevention and target cycle regularity.

Active ingredients
Ethinylestradiol · Drospirenone
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
0.02mg + 3mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Yaz, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Yaz vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Yaz details

Alternative names
ethinyl estradiol, drospirenone
Therapeutic class
Estrogen-Progestin Combination
Pharmacological class
Oral Contraceptive
Minor side effects
nausea; headache; breast tenderness
Moderate side effects
fluid retention; mood changes; irregular cycle bleeding
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Bayer
Onset Time
1–7 days
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Rifampin; Phenytoin; St. John's Wort
Age restrictions
Approved for females from menarche to menopause.
Contraindications

deep vein thrombosis history; renal impairment; adrenal insufficiency; smoking over thirty-five years of age

Serious side effects

deep vein thrombosis, requires immediate medical attention; pulmonary embolism, requires immediate medical attention; stroke, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

formulated to alleviate hormonal acne and symptoms of PMDD to support pregnancy prevention and target cycle regularity.

Mechanism of action

Suppresses ovulation by blocking FSH and LH, altering endometrial texture and thickening cervical mucus.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category X: Highly contraindicated. Avoid in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: May decrease milk volume.

What you will receive

Yaz is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Bayer.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Ethinylestradiol / Drospirenone is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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