Side effects
Rarely will this drug cause a very severe allergic reaction. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Immediately seek medical attention if any of these uncommon but serious side effects manifest: breast lumps, excruciating stomach or abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing skin or eyes, and mental/mood changes (such as new or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts). If you suddenly experience any of the following symptoms, seek immediate medical attention: chest, jaw, or left arm pain; unusual sweating; confusion; coughing up blood; sudden dizziness or fainting; pain, swelling, or warmth in the groin or calf; tingling, weakness, or numbness in the arms or legs; unusual headaches (such as headaches with vision changes or lack of coordination; worsening of migraines; sudden/very severe headaches); difficulty speaking; weakness on one side However, seek immediate medical attention if you experience any serious allergic reaction symptoms, such as a rash, itching or swelling (especially of the face, tongue, or throat), extreme dizziness, or difficulty breathing. Notify your doctor right away if any of these effects persist or worsen. Contact your doctor to request a pregnancy test if you miss two consecutive periods (or one period if the pill has not been taken as prescribed). Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any other effects that aren't covered above. For medical guidance on side effects in Canada, contact your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects if you're in the US. Many people who use this medication report no significant side effects. It's possible to experience nausea, vomiting, headaches, bloating, breast tenderness, swelling in the ankles and feet (fluid retention), or weight changes. Keep in mind that your doctor has prescribed this medicine because they believe it will benefit you more than it will harm you. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this birth control pill with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if any of these serious side effects occur: unusual changes in vaginal bleeding (such as continuous spotting, sudden heavy bleeding, missed periods), symptoms of a high potassium blood level (such as muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat). The list of potential side effects presented here is not exhaustive. Your blood pressure may increase as a result of this medication. Deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, stroke, and heart attack are just a few of the serious (and occasionally fatal) blood clot issues that this medication may rarely cause. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or missed/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use. You can contact the FDA to report side effects by calling 1-800-FDA-1088 or visiting www.fda.gov/medwatch. You can contact Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345 to report side effects.
Interactions
Birth control pills may interact with lamotrigine, an anticonvulsant used for epilepsy. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking Yaz if you are currently receiving daily, long-term treatment for a chronic condition with any of the following medications: NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, and others); potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone and others); potassium supplementation; ACE inhibitors (captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, and others); angiotensin-II receptor antagonist If you take medications that could reduce the efficacy of birth control pills, like John's wort or topiramate, you might want to think about switching to another method of birth control. Barbiturates, Bosentan, Carbamazepine, Felbamate, Griseofulvin, Oxcarbazepine, Phenytoin, Rifampin, and St. John's wort are a few other drugs and herbal remedies that may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Your healthcare provider might need to modify the lamotrigine dosage because this could increase the risk of seizures.
Contraindications
Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Inform your doctor or dentist of all the products you use, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal medications, before having surgery. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Before taking this medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other allergies or are sensitive to ethinyl estradiol, drospirenone, or other estrogens or progestins. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of your medical history before using this product, especially of: adrenal gland issues, stroke, blood clotting issues (such as protein C or protein S deficiency), high blood pressure, abnormal breast exams, cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer), blood clotting disorders (such as protein C or protein S deficiency), diabetes, severe headaches/migraines, family or personal history of a specific swelling disorder (angioedema), heart problems (such as he As directed, check your blood sugar frequently, and inform your doctor of the results. Before breastfeeding, speak with your doctor. Consult your physician. If any of these issues arise, consult an eye doctor. If you wear contacts and are nearsighted, you run the risk of experiencing vision issues or trouble wearing your contacts. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you find out you are pregnant or suspect you might be. If you have diabetes, this medication may affect your blood sugar. Ask your doctor when it is safe to start using birth control that contains an estrogen analogue, such as this drug, if you have recently given birth or experienced a pregnancy loss or abortion that occurred after the first three months. It may take longer for you to become pregnant after you stop taking birth control pills. Don't spend too much time outside. Observe the Warning section as well. Sunlight might make this effect worse. For more information, speak to your pharmacist. If you recently underwent or will soon undergo major surgery, or if you anticipate spending a lot of time in a chair or bed (like on a lengthy flight), let your doctor know. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. These ailments raise your chance of developing blood clots, particularly if you use hormonal birth control. A nursing infant could be harmed by this, which could affect milk production. Melasma, or blotchy, dark patches on your skin and face, can be brought on by this medication. This medication enters breast milk. The use of this medication during pregnancy is not advised. This product might include inactive components that could lead to allergic reactions or other issues. Your potassium levels could rise if you use this product. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. You might need to take extra precautions or temporarily stop taking this medication. Your doctor may need to modify your diet, exercise routine, or diabetes medication.
To download the report, fill out the contact form on this page and we’ll send you a free, PDF copy of the report right away. There have even been instances of women dying due potentially to taking these medications. Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella birth controll pills have generated billions of dollars in profit for Bayer. The report was written by injury lawyers who have over 100 years of combined legal experience and knowledge regarding dangerous prescription drugs.
We have extensive experience successfully handling dangerous and defective drug claims, and have taken a special interest in the harmful effects of Yaz and Yasmin birth control pills. This progestin is what is believed to cause serious health risks, including blood clots, pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs), deep vein thrombosis, heart attack and stroke. Pulmonary Embolism Blood clots Deep vein thrombosis Heart attack Stroke We were one of the first law firms to realize that Yaz and Yasmin birth control pills were causing serious harm to women, and we are in the leadership of the Yaz lawsuits. Our firm was one of the first in the country to realize that Yaz and Yasmin have been causing serious injuries to women, and we have been on the forefront of the litigation.
As of July, about 5,400 claims of injuries related to Yasmin, Yaz or the generic versions of the drugs (Ocella and Gianvi) were still pending in the U.S., according to Bayer. Sales of Yaz plummeted by 60 percent in 2010. Well-known side effects include bloating, irregular bleeding, headaches, breast tenderness and nausea.
This PSC motion began as follows: The PSC respectfully moves the Court to modify Amended Case Management Order 24 • (CM/ECF Doc. • DrugInjuryLaw.com: Legal Information And News About Prescription Drug Side Effects At the time, there were more than 6600 YAZ / Yasmin / Ocella lawsuits filed in the MDL on behalf of more than 8000 plaintiffs. Free Case Evaluation: YAZ / Yasmin / Ocella / Gianvi / Zarah / Loryna / Syeda / Beyaz / Safyral Strictly Confidential, No Obligation.
The company had also struck a $24 million settlement to resolve Yaz and Yasmin gallbladder claims. Read More The consumer group, Public Citizen, has included Yaz and other drugs containing drospirenone on its “do not use” list because they “can cause increased blood levels of potassium and (are) no more effective than other oral contraceptives in preventing pregnancy.” Other groups argue that the labeling for Yaz should include a stronger “black box warning” regarding its potential association with blood clots. Several months earlier, Bayer agreed to pay $2 billion to resolve 8,200 cases over the drugs’ alleged association with venous blood clots, including pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. In recent years, Bayer has agreed to pay billions of dollars to settle Yaz lawsuits and other claims involving its Yasmin birth control pill. Failed to adequately test Yaz before placing it on the market.
Drospirenone, has a close chemical resemblance to spironolactone, a diuretic, which may be responsible for a number of Yaz’s unique side effects, particularly those affecting the kidneys. Additionally, Bayer was required to stress the risk of blood clots on packaging for Yasmin and Yaz. This component may also play a role in the dangers of the drug due to changes in potassium levels and kidney function.