Comparing Duac vs Yasmin
Duacbenzoyl peroxide / clindamycin |
Yasmindrospirenone / ethinyl estradiol |
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Prescribed for Acne. Duac may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescribed for Acne, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Birth Control. Yasmin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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7.5
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6.2
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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Common side effects include: xeroderma. See the full Duac side effects document. |
See the full Yasmin side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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Generic Availability |
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Brand Names |
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Other benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin brands include: Acanya, Benzaclin, Neuac, Onexton, Z-Clinz 10, and Z-Clinz 5 | Other drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol brands include: Gianvi, Lo-Zumandimine, Loryna, Melamisa, Nikki, Ocella, Syeda, Vestura, Yaela, Yaz, Zarah, and... more | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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N/A |
32.5 hours |
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CSA ScheduleView glossary of terms. |
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N
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
N
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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C
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
X
Category X
Not for use in pregnancy
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 18 drugs are known to interact with Duac:
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A total of 743 drugs are known to interact with Yasmin:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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August 26, 2002 |
May 11, 2001 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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For Acne I started using Duac and within 8-10 days my face was completely clear of acne however when I came back to use it, it wasn't as effective as the first time.