Comparing ParaGard vs Yasmin
ParaGard |
Yasmin |
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ParaGardcopper |
Yasmindrospirenone / ethinyl estradiol |
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Prescribed for Birth Control. ParaGard may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescribed for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Acne, Birth Control. Yasmin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Choose a suggestion belowBirth Control (Contraception)
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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6.0
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6.1
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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See the full ParaGard 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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No |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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N/A |
Other drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol brands include: Gianvi, Jasmiel, Lo-Zumandimine, Loryna, Melamisa, Nikki, Ocella, Syeda, Vestura, Yaela, Yaz, Zarah, Zumandimine 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 Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category N
Not classified
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
A total of 769 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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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
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First Approval Date |
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N/A |
May 11, 2001 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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N/A |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
For Birth Control I just received the Paragard today and wanted to share about the procedure. I'm 30, with 5 kids (just had twins 3 months ago today)I said 'over my dead body I'm getting pregnant again, knowing I'm prone to having twins!'. I told my doc I wanted something as close to being sterile as possible without going under. So, I chose the Paragard. Hormone free and stays for 10yrs, or until you want it removed. The process wasn't painful. But you have to remember, the more kids you have, it's not painful. And, if you just gave birth, it's not as painful either. Of course if you're uterus hasn't been through any changes, it will feel like a big cramp and discomfort. I've spotted so far. I will keep posting on changes every month!