{"product_id":"yasmin-3-0-03mg-tablets-21-s","title":"Yasmin 3\/0.03mg Tablets 21's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYasmin 3\/0.03mg\u003c\/b\u003e is a combined oral contraceptive pill used primarily to \u003cb\u003eprevent pregnancy\u003c\/b\u003e. It contains two synthetic female hormones: \u003cb\u003edrospirenone (3mg)\u003c\/b\u003e, a progestin, and \u003cb\u003eethinyl estradiol (0.03mg)\u003c\/b\u003e, an estrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Medical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eContraception\u003c\/b\u003e: It is highly effective at preventing pregnancy when taken consistently every day. It works by stopping ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and altering the uterine lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcne Management\u003c\/b\u003e: Due to the antiandrogenic properties of drospirenone, Yasmin helps reduce sebum production and treats moderate acne in women seeking birth control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePMDD and Bloating\u003c\/b\u003e: Drospirenone acts as a mild diuretic. This counteracts estrogen-related water retention, reducing bloating, weight fluctuations, and symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage and Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Routine\u003c\/b\u003e: It typically comes in a pack of 21 active tablets. You take one tablet daily at exactly the same time for 21 days, followed by a 7-day pill-free break where a withdrawal bleed (period) occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarting\u003c\/b\u003e: If you start taking it on days 1 to 5 of your period, you are protected against pregnancy immediately. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Effects and Risks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Many women experience mild, temporary symptoms like nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, or unpredictable spotting between periods during the first three months. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerious Risks\u003c\/b\u003e: As a combined hormonal pill, Yasmin carries a slightly elevated risk of \u003cb\u003eblood clots\u003c\/b\u003e (venous and arterial thromboembolism), strokes, and heart attacks compared to non-users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePotassium Warning\u003c\/b\u003e: Drospirenone can increase potassium levels in your blood. It may not be suitable if you have kidney or liver issues, or if you take medications that also raise potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47635118489900,"sku":null,"price":1750.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/yasmin-3-0-03mg-tablets-21-s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}