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Compare Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

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  • Yaz
    Lo loestrin fe
  • Yaz
    Lo loestrin fe

  • Summary of Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

    Summary for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Prescription only

    Yaz is a combination birth control pill taken daily to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 medications: drospirenone (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). In addition to birth control, it's FDA approved to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and acne. Each 28-day pack contains 24 active hormone tablets and 4 placebo tablets. Possible side effects include nausea, headache, and weight gain. <br> Branded generics that are like the brand-name product Yaz include Nikki, Jasmiel, and Lo-Zumandimine.

    Summary for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Prescription only

    Lo Loestrin FE is a biphasic combination oral contraceptive (COC) used to prevent pregnancy. This birth control pill contains ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen), norethindrone acetate (a progestin), and ferrous fumarate (an iron supplement). The dose of ethinyl estradiol in Lo Loestrin FE is lower compared to that of many other COCs. Lo Loestrin FE is taken by mouth at the same time every day. It comes as a 28-day pack, with 26 days of active pills and 2 days of placebo pills. Some common side effects of this COC include spotting, nausea, and breast tenderness.

  • Indications of Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

    Indications for
    •To prevent pregnancy
    •Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
    •Acne (in people 14 years and older who've started their periods)
    Indications for
    •To prevent pregnancy

  • Pros and Cons of Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

    Pros and Const for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Pros
    •Taken by mouth once a day
    •91% effective at preventing pregnancy if used correctly
    •Also FDA approved to treat acne and PMDD
    Cons
    •Raises the risk of serious blood clots
    •Can cause unpleasant side effects, like headache, nausea, and vomiting
    •Doesn't protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
    Pros and Const for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Pros
    •Taken by mouth once daily, so it's convenient for people with a busy schedule
    •On average, bleeding periods last less than 2 days per cycle
    •Lighter bleeding periods than you usually have
    Cons
    •Must take it at the same time every day for the medication to work well
    •More likely to cause breakthrough bleeding or spotting compared to other birth controls with higher dose of estrogen
    •Can raise risk of heart attacks, blood clots, and stroke

  • Common Side Effects of Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

    Common Side Effects for

    Pregnancy prevention and acne:

    •Headache or migraine (7%)
    •Irregular menstrual bleeding (5%)
    •Nausea or vomiting (4%)
    •Breast pain or tenderness (4%)

    PMDD:

    •Irregular menstrual bleeding (25%)
    •Nausea (16%)
    •Headache (13%)
    •Breast tenderness (11%)
    •Tiredness (4%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea and vomiting (7%)
    •Headache (7%)
    •Irregular bleeding (5%)
    •Menstrual cramps (4%)
    •Changes in weight (4%)
    •Breast tenderness (4%)

  • Warnings of Yaz vs. Lo Loestrin FE

    Common Side Effects for
    •Cigarette smoking and serious heart problems
    •Risk of blood clot
    •High potassium
    •Breast and cervical cancer
    •Liver problems
    •Gallbladder problems
    •High blood pressure
    •High blood sugar and triglycerides
    •Headache
    •Irregular bleeding
    •Depression
    •Worsening of other health conditions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Cigarette smoking and serious heart problems
    •Risk of blood clot
    •Breast and cervical cancer
    •Liver problems
    •High blood pressure
    •Gallbladder problems
    •High blood sugar and triglycerides
    •Headache
    •Irregular bleeding
    •Interaction with other medications

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