Yasmin is a combined oral contraceptive pill that is 99% effective in preventing pregnancy when used as directed. It contains two hormones, ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone. These are synthetic versions of oestrogen and progesterone, two naturally occurring female sex hormones. Yasmin birth control pill tricks the body into believing that ovulation has already occurred, which prevents the release of an egg from ovaries.

Yasmin – Usage and precautions

Yasmin is a monophasic pill, which means each pill in a pack has the same amount of oestrogen and progesterone. This consistent level of hormones lowers the risk of side effects that may occur with fluctuating hormonal levels. Following are some usage instructions and precautions associated with Yasmin birth control pill:

• You can take Yasmin pill on the first day of your menstrual cycle, given that you have not taken any other oral contraceptive pills in the previous month. You can also take this birth control pill on the first Sunday after your menstrual period starts. If you fail to do so, you will have to use other contraception methods such as condoms or diaphragms as a backup protection to prevent pregnancy.
• To get maximum effectiveness, Yasmin contraceptive pills should be taken at the same time everyday.

• You can start taking Yasmin pill a day after you stop taking progestin-only contraceptive pill. The same instructions can be applied if you are switching from other contraceptive methods such as implants or injections.
• If you miss a regular dose of this birth control pill, you should take your dose as soon as you remember.
• If you miss two doses of Yasmin in a row, you should take your missed dose along with the regular dose for two days in a row.