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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bayer Zydus Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Yasmin Tablet

Yasmin Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Besides this, it is also used to treat moderate acne and symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder who wish to use birth control pills.

Yasmin Tablet contains Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol, which works by preventing the fertilisation of the egg. Thereby, it helps prevent pregnancy.

Yasmin Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, mood changes, and breast tenderness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Yasmin Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent any interactions.

Uses of Yasmin Tablet

Yasmin Tablet is used as a contraceptive, to treat acne, and PMDD. The detailed uses of Yasmin Tablet are as follows:

  • Contraception: Yasmin Tablet is an oral contraceptive that prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation and altering the uterine lining.
  • Treatment of acne: Yasmin Tablet helps treat moderate acne in women who choose to use oral contraceptives.
  • Management of premenstrual dysphoric disorder: It helps manage symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), such as mood swings, irritability, and bloating.

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Directions for Use

  • Yasmin Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by a doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Yasmin Tablet prevents unwanted pregnancy by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary).
  • It also alters cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it difficult for sperm to reach the uterus or for a fertilised egg to implant.
  • Yasmin Tablet helps treat moderate acne in women aged 14 years and older who have started menstruating and wish to use oral contraceptives.
  • Yasmin Tablet also helps manage symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), such as mood swings, anxiety, depression, irritability, and fatigue.
  • It reduces physical discomfort associated with PMDD, including breast tenderness, bloating, joint or muscle pain, and headaches.
  • Yasmin Tablet supports hormonal balance, promoting clearer skin and more regular menstrual cycles.

How Yasmin Tablet Works

Yasmin Tablet works by preventing ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). It also causes changes in cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilised egg to attach to the uterus.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Yasmin Tablet

An overdose of Yasmin Tablet may cause severe vomiting and nausea, or unusual/sudden vaginal bleeding. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Yasmin Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant.
  • Avoid taking Yasmin Tablet if you have/had an adrenal gland disorder, severe kidney or liver problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, circulation problems, stroke, unexplained vaginal bleeding, liver tumour, or breast cancer.
  • Do not smoke while taking Yasmin Tablet , especially if you are older than 35 years of age.
  • Stop taking Yasmin Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of a blood clot in a vein (unexplained pain and swelling in your limbs, chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache, or changes in vision), or jaundice (skin and whites of the eye turning yellow).
  • Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, blood clot problems, migraine, jaundice, hepatitis, high potassium, an underactive thyroid, gall bladder disease, depression, or high cholesterol.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Using pimozide together with Yasmin Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of pimozide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Yasmin Tablet with Pimozide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medication without doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Combining Yasmin Tablet and Simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of Simvastatin.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Yasmin Tablet and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Using pimozide together with Yasmin Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of pimozide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Yasmin Tablet with Pimozide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medication without doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Combining Yasmin Tablet and Simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of Simvastatin.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Yasmin Tablet and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Combining Lomitapide with Yasmin Tablet can increase the blood levels of Lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Yasmin Tablet with Lomitapide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, or any other discomfort, fever, joint pain, or skin rash consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Using Lovastatin together with Yasmin Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Lovastatin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Yasmin Tablet and Lovastatin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience a muscle tenderness, muscle pain, weakness, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and Yasmin Tablet may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketoconazole and Yasmin Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Using atorvastatin together with Yasmin Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of atorvastatin.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of atorvastatin along with Yasmin Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, accompanied by fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should consult the doctor. Do not stop taking any medication without doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Co-administration of Vilazodone with Yasmin Tablet can increase the blood levels of Vilazodone.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Yasmin Tablet with Vilazodone together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience any symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, or sleep disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Yasmin Tablet:
Using cisapride together with Yasmin Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Yasmin Tablet and Cisapride, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a body mass index (BMI) of 19.5-24.9.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Quitting smoking and not drinking alcohol is the best strategy to lower the risk of any complications.
  • Do regular exercise to maintain weight fluctuations caused by Yasmin Tablet .
  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly, and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.
  • Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CONTRACEPTIVES
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Alcohol

Caution

Consuming alcohol with Yasmin Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Do not use Yasmin Tablet if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. Consult your doctor immediately if you think you suspect pregnancy while taking Yasmin Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Yasmin Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are a lactating mother.

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Driving

Safe

Yasmin Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Unsafe

Yasmin Tablet is not recommended if you have severe liver disease or a liver tumour. Inform your doctor if you have liver problems before starting Yasmin Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Yasmin Tablet is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before starting Yasmin Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Yasmin Tablet is not intended for use in females whose periods have not yet started.

FAQs

Yasmin Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Besides this, it is also used to treat moderate acne and symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder who wish to use birth control pills.

Yasmin Tablet works by preventing ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). It also causes changes in cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilised egg to attach to the uterus.

If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Yasmin Tablet . Therefore, you should take another dose as soon as you feel well sufficient.

Yasmin Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, mood changes, and breast tenderness. If the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

You will usually get your period within three days after taking the last pill. If you have not followed the dosing schedule, like you have missed one or two pills or started taking them a day after, then you should have. The probability of pregnancy should be considered at the time of the first missed period, and you should contact your doctor.

It is essential to follow the advice given by your healthcare professional carefully. Incorrect dosage can impair the medication's effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.

Yes, Yasmin Tablet may interact with some medications, potentially reducing their effectiveness or increasing the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements.

Yasmin Tablet helps treat moderate acne in women aged 14 years and older who have started menstruating and wish to use oral contraceptives. It works by lowering androgen levels; this helps decrease oil production and treat acne.

Yasmin Tablet may be used to treat symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) such as anxiety, irritability, depression, trouble concentrating, lack of energy, breast tenderness, sleep or appetite changes, joint or muscle pain, headache, and weight gain.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Bayer AG, Müllerstr. 178, 13353 Berlin
Other Info - YAS0002

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