Yaz Birth Control Pills
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Produced by Bayer, Yaz birth control pills prevent pregnancy by making it nearly impossible for sperm to fertilize an egg and for eggs, if somehow fertilized, to attach to the uterine lining.
Yaz birth control pills are the only method of contraception that comes in 24/4 dosage, meaning that the first 24 pills are active with the hormone drospirenone (a synthetic progestin) while the last 4 pills are placebos.
In addition to being an effective contraceptive pill, Yaz may also be used in the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), an extreme form of premenstrual syndrome that has painful and debilitating symptoms (including insomnia, anxiety, mood swings and intense bloating).
Dosage: Yaz Birth Control Missed Pill
To be 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy, Yaz birth control pills need to be taken:
- daily
- at the same time every day (not more than 2 hours off of the set time)
Should a woman miss her daily dose of Yaz, she will need to:
- take the missed Yaz birth control pill as soon as she remembers
- take the next Yaz birth control pill at the same set time on the following day
This can mean that women take two doses of Yaz on the same day. It's important to note that missing one Yaz birth control pill will not affect the effectiveness of this contraception. However, women who miss more than one Yaz dose should use a backup form of birth control (such as condoms or spermicides) to effectively prevent pregnancy.
Yaz Birth Control Pills and Acne
Another FDA approved use for Yaz birth control pills is in the treatment of moderate acne. Menstruating women over 14 years old may be prescribed Yaz for their moderate acne. The FDA demanded that the makers of Yaz, Bayer Corp. launch a new marketing campaign, which was initiated in early 2009, because they were advertising that Yaz is an effective treatment for severe acne, which is an overstatement. It is only approved for young women who experience moderate acne due to hormonal changes.
Yaz Birth Control Pills Side Effects
Despite being an effective contraception, Yaz has been found to cause a range of serious side effects in rare instances. Some of the most severe Yaz birth control side effects can include:
- blood clots
- deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition in which blood clots get stuck in the body's deep veins (especially in the legs) and hinder healthy circulation
- depression, panic disorder or other emotional disorders
- gallbladder disease
- heart attack
- hypertension and/or high cholesterol
- kidney stones
- liver damage, which is typically indicated by stomach pain, dark urine or jaundice in the eyes
- migraines
- pulmonary embolism (PE), blood clots in the lungs that cause breathing difficulties and chest pain (This condition is typically fatal without immediate medical care.)
- severe allergic reaction, marked by hives, facial or tongue inflammation and breathing difficulties
- stroke
To minimize the risks of developing any of the above Yaz side effects, it's vital that women discuss their complete medical history with their doctor before starting a regimen of Yaz birth control pills.
Women injured after taking Yaz will likely be entitled to compensation for their injuries by pursuing a personal injury lawsuit.
Yaz Birth Control Pills Reviews
Currently, women thinking of taking Yaz (or those on this medication) can see patients' Yaz birth control pills reviews online, posted in various chat rooms or on blogs. Yaz birth control reviews have also been filed with the FDA. In most cases, these reviews describe women's individual experiences with Yaz side effects.
Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Yaz? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced Yaz attorney who can evaluate your case and help you win the compensation you deserve.
