YASMIN 0.03MG/3MG TAB

Overview

YASMIN 0.03MG/3MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

YASMIN 0.03MG/3MG TAB is composed of: DROSPIRENONE (3.0 MG), ESTRADIOL (0.03 MG)

Drospirenone is used in hormone replacement therapy and post menopausal osteoporosis.Drospirenone is a progestin (female hormones). It works to prevent pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing fertilization of the egg by sperm (male reproductive cells). It also may work by changing the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent the development of a pregnancy.

Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone that regulates many processes in the body.Estradiol is used to treat menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal changes, and to prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) in menopausal women.Estradiol is used for hormone replacement therapy and post menopausal osteoporosis.Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. It acts by replacing the natural hormone in the body when the latter is deficient.

Usage

DROSPIRENONE is generally used to treat: Menopause
DROSPIRENONE can address symptoms like: Hot Flashes, Vaginal Dryness

ESTRADIOL is generally used to treat: Menopause, Osteoporosis
ESTRADIOL can address symptoms like: Hot Flashes, Vaginal Dryness

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions


  • Do not take drospirenone, if you or your family has a history of breast cancer; liver disease or gall bladder disease; diabetes; depression; fits; serious inflammation of any part of gastrointestinal tract Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.; hemolytic uremic syndrome (a disorder of blood clotting causing failure of the kidneys); sickle cell anemia (an inherited disease where the red blood cells are abnormal in shape); elevated levels of fat in the blood.
  • Do not take drospirenone, if you are about to undergo surgery, or have been bed-ridden or immobile for a long time; if you have just given birth.
  • Avoid taking drospirenone, if you have an pain and swelling over one or more veins under the skin;varicose veins; systemic lupus erythematosus (disease where the body’s cells are attacked by one’s own immune system, causing joint pain and swelling, fever, skin rash etc.); discoloration of the skin on the face or neck known as “pregnancy patches” (chloasma); hereditary swelling in lips and face (angioedema).
  • Drospirenone has to be taken with ethinyl estradiol starting from Day 2-5 of your menstrual cycle. However, dosage may vary depending on your condition. Please follow the instructions of your doctor, as its correct use is critical.
  • Avoid direct sunlight or ultraviolet light.Do consult a doctor if there is appearance of blood clot in the body characterized by pain, swelling and warmth of affected leg (deep vein thrombosis) or breathlessness, irregular heart beat etc (thrombosis in lungs) .

  • Do not use estradiol patches over breast stop taking estradiol and see a doctor immediately if you notice any of the following when taking estradiol:
  • yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes (jaundice). rise in your blood pressure (symptoms may be headache, tiredness, dizziness).new onset migraine-like headaches.
  • signs of a blood clot, such as: painful swelling and redness of the legs, sudden chest pain, difficulty in breathing.
  • Do not consider estradiol alone as a contraceptive. It must be used with progestogen to provide contraceptive benefits.
  • Consult your doctor if you have unusual vaginal bleeding while taking this drug, Immediately consult your doctor if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. This medicine should not be taken for a very long period.Consult your doctor from time to time to check if you still need it.
  • Do not smoke or use tobacco. Estrogens combined with smoking further increases your risk of stroke, blood clots, high blood pressure, and heart attack, especially in women older than 35.
  • Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.If you are nearsighted or wear contact lenses, you may develop vision problems or trouble wearing your contact lenses.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DROSPIRENONE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Vagina Bleeding
ESTRADIOL over-dosage can result in: Vagina Bleeding, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Abdomen Pain

Common Side-Effects

DROSPIRENONE : Vaginal Discharge, Anxiety, Muscle Pain, Edema, Depression, Arms Swelling, Legs Swelling, Feet Swelling, Face Swelling, Hands Swelling, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Pelvis Pain, Weight Gain, Hands Tingling
ESTRADIOL : Vaginal Candidiasis, Diarrhoea, Edema, Body Pain, Chills, Cough, Loss Of Voice, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Head Headache, Mood Swings, Abdomen Pain, Nausea

Serious Side-Effects

DROSPIRENONE : Diarrhoea, Joint Pain, Breast Pain, Injury, Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Vagina Bleeding, Abdomen Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Body Pain, Back Pain, Chills, Fever, Throat Soreness, Sneezing, Loss Of Voice, Runny Nose, Legs Pain, Arms Pain, Difficulty Sleeping
ESTRADIOL : Jaundice, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Weight Gain, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Ankles Swelling, Vaginal Odor, Hands Swelling

Rare Side-Effects

DROSPIRENONE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Dizziness
ESTRADIOL : BLOOD CLOT, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Heart Attack, Stroke, Chest Pain, Jaws Pain, Left Arm Pain, Legs Swelling, Legs Tingling, Difficulty Breathing, Fainting

Disease Interactions

ESTRADIOL can interfere with: Vaginal Discharge, Hypercalcaemia, Hypertension, Thromboembolism, Liver Neoplasms, Angioedema, Gall Bladder Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Acute Liver Failure, Melasma, Depression, Impaired Glucose Tolerance

Technical Classification

DROSPIRENONE is categorized as: SEX HORMONE COMBINATIONS / SEX HORMONES / HORMONES
ESTRADIOL is categorized as: ESTROGENS / SEX HORMONES / HORMONES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ASMITA 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 405 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
CRISANTA 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 347 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
CRISANTA LS 0.02MG/3MG TABINR 247.5 for 24 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG
CRISANTA LS TABINR 247.5 for 24 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG
CRISANTA TABINR 347 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
DORIS 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 383.35 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
DRONIS 20 TABINR 296 for 24 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG
DRONIS 20MG TABINR 296 for 24 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG
DRONIS 30 TABINR 408 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
DRONIS 30MG TABINR 408 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
DROSMAC 20MCG TABINR 235 for 24 TABLETSESTRADIOL 20.0 MCG, DROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG
DROSMAC 30MCG TABINR 350.85 for 21 TABLETSESTRADIOL 30.0 MCG, DROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG
DROSPY TABINR 390 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE , ESTRADIOL
DROSTOL TABINR 290 for 21 TABLETSESTRADIOL 3.0 MG, DROSPIRENONE
HERVOTE 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 318 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
JANYA 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 290 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
PADMINI 0.03MG/3MG KITINR 350 for 21 KITDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
RASMIN 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 299 for 28 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YAMINI 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 349 for 28 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YAMINI KIT 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 383 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YAMINI LS KIT 0.02MG/3MG TABINR 234.5 for 24 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG
YANCI 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 350 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YANCI TABINR 350 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YASMIN 0.03MG/3MG TABINR 434 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3.0 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YASMIN TABINR 434 for 21 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.03 MG
YAZ 3MG/0.02MG TABINR 390 for 28 TABLETSESTRADIOL 3.0 MG, DROSPIRENONE 0.02 MG
YAZ TABINR 390 for 28 TABLETSDROSPIRENONE 3 MG, ESTRADIOL 0.02 MG