What is the difference between Yasmin 21 and Yasmin 28?
What is the difference between Yasmin 21 and Yasmin 28?
Yasmin 21 only contains 21 active birth control pills, whereas Yasmin 28 contains 21 active pills and 7 placebo pills. If you are taking Yasmin 21, the dosage required is one hormone-containing yellow pill per day for 21 consecutive days. Once you have completed the pills in the blister pack, you will have 7 consecutive days of no pills.
What should I do if I miss a dosage of Yasmin?
Any time you miss a dosage of Yasmin birth control pills, it is recommended to use back up non-hormonal contraception for at least one week following the missed pills. Consult with your doctor if you have been prescribed a different dosage of Yasmin.
When should I start a new pack of Yasmin 21?
You should begin a new pack of Yasmin 21 birth control pills on the day after the last no-pill day. Yasmin 28 contains 21 yellow hormone-containing pills and 7 hormone-free white pills.
Do you need to read the leaflet with Yasmin?
Keep this leaflet with the medicine. You may need to read it again. Yasmin is a combined oral contraceptive, commonly known as a ‘birth control pill’ or ‘the Pill’. Yasmin is used to prevent pregnancy. You may also experience the following benefits: a decrease in period pain.
Is Yasmin a good birth control?
This pill is no spring chicken in the birth control world, so fortunately, there’s a good deal of information on its risks and benefits. Known as a “combination oral contraceptive” because it contains both progestin and estrogen, Yasmin prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation, just like other birth control pills.
What are the risks of using Yasmin?
Smoking can significantly increase your risk of blood clots, strokes, and heart attacks. Yasmin does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV and AIDS. It is important to always use a condom when engaging in sexual activity to reduce the risk of disease and infections.