Yasmin Information
Yasmin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Yasmin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Yasmin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Yasmin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Yasmin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Yasmin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Yasmin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Yasmin related warnings section.
Yasmin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Yasmin in conditions like High Blood Pressure, Hypercalcemia, Heart Disease. The section on Yasmin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Yasmin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Yasmin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Yasmin Benefits & Uses
Yasmin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Yasmin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Yasmin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Yasmin safe for pregnant women?
Yasmin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
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Is the use of Yasmin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Yasmin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Yasmin will cause side effects or not.
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What is the effect of Yasmin on the Kidneys?
Yasmin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Yasmin on the Liver?
Yasmin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Yasmin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Yasmin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Severe Interaction of Yasmin with Other Drugs
Yasmin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Yasmin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Yasmin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
- Angioedema
- Edema
- Depression
- Hypercalcemia
- Heart Disease
- Hyperkalemia
- Kidney Disease
- Angioedema
- Liver Disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Depression
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Yasmin
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Is this Yasmin habit forming or addictive?
Yasmin is not addictive in nature.
Yasmin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Yasmin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Yasmin and food will interact.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Yasmin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Yasmin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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