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Medication · Also: drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol

Yaz

A combined oral contraceptive containing drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol.

A combined oral contraceptive containing drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol.

Also known as: drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol

Yaz is a brand of combined birth control pill containing the progestin drospirenone and the estrogen ethinyl estradiol. Combined oral contraceptives are sometimes used to regulate cycles and manage androgen-related symptoms in PCOS.

Suitability depends on individual health factors and is determined by a prescriber.

Related terms

Progestin

A synthetic or natural compound with progesterone-like activity used in contraception and hormone therapy.

PCOS

A common hormonal condition marked by irregular ovulation, androgen excess, and/or polycystic ovaries.

Hyperandrogenism

Elevated androgen activity in women, producing signs such as acne, excess hair, or scalp hair loss.

Source

DailyMed: Yaz

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