A combined oral contraceptive pill containing two active ingredients. It is primarily used for preventing pregnancy, but it also provides additional benefits such as regulating the menstrual cycle, reducing period pain, and treating moderate acne in women seeking oral contraception.
YAZ is a monophasic pill, meaning each tablet contains the same amount of hormones.
This 28-day pack includes 24 active hormone-containing tablets and 4 placebo tablets to keep you on track without a break between packs.

Benefits:

• Prevents pregnancy effectively when taken as directed.
• Helps regulate the menstrual cycle.
• Reduces menstrual pain and discomfort.
• Can help in the treatment of moderate acne in women using oral contraceptives.
• Reduces the risk of ovarian and endometrial cancers.

Precautions:

• Not suitable for women with a history of blood clots, stroke, or heart disease.
• Avoid if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure or certain cancers.
• Inform your doctor if you smoke, as smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects.
• Consult a healthcare provider if you experience unusual symptoms like severe headaches or vision changes.

Side Effects:

• Common: nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, mood changes, and irregular bleeding.
• Rare: blood clots, high blood pressure, liver issues, and allergic reactions.

Main Active Ingredients & Their Benefits:

• Drospirenone (3 mg): A synthetic progestogen that helps prevent ovulation and alters the cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach an egg.
• Ethinylestradiol (0.02 mg): A synthetic estrogen that helps regulate the menstrual cycle and prevents the release of eggs from the ovaries.