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To be scared of taking Yaz?

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HarryHarry1 · 31/08/2020 02:32

I’ve been prescribed the contraceptive pill Yaz for severe PMDD (pre-menstrual dysphoria disorder). I started taking it today but I’m a bit nervous considering all the horror stories I’ve heard about strokes, embolisms, gallbladder removals, etc.

Is there anyone here who takes it and is fine? Looking for reassurance as I am desperate to stop my periods but obviously don’t want any serious side effects from the medication!

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MumInBrussels · 01/09/2020 05:19

Yasmin, which I think is the same thing, made me actually suicidal within weeks of starting it. It was actually the reason I stopped taking the pill entirely. Keep an eye on how it affects your moods - obviously it's different for each person. Hopefully it'll be great for you; PMDD is awful!

smittenmoma · 16/10/2023 15:23

yasmin and yaz are not the same thing. Yaz is approved for treatment of PMDD. Yasim isn't

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