Product Description
Indications:
YAZ is FDA approved oral contraceptive tablets. YAZ is 99% effective to prevent pregnancy when taken exactly as directed.
YAZ can be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder. YAZ can also treat moderate acne in women at least 14 years of age.
The birth control pills contain a combination of ethinyloestradiol and drospirenone, which are used to provide effective birth control and prevent unwanted pregnancy. Each pack of YAZ contains 28 pills, one-month's supply of 24 hormone pills and 4 placebo non-hormone pills.
Dosage:
Take one YAZ tablet daily at the same time, no more than 24 hours apart. The first 24 tablets contain the contraceptive hormones and the last 4 placebo tablets do not contain any hormones. While taking the placebo tablets, you will have a menstrual bleed.
Take YAZ exactly as directed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
The most common side effects of YAZ may include headache, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, etc.
Precautions:
Smoking and age over 35 increases the risk of serious side effects from the birth control pills, including blood clots, stroke, or heart attack.
Do not use YAZ if you have liver problem, kidney problem, heart problem, or certain cancers, or if you are or may be pregnant.