Yasmin was the first pill I've ever taken and I have been on it for only 6months before I stopped.
My main reason for taking it was to regulate my periods.
Every woman is different so not everybody experiences the same side effects. These were some of mine:
Pros:
- it regulated my periods and gave me a sense of security knowing when and how long I should be expecting them (usually mine would come every 6-8 weeks and I would bleed heavy to light for 2weeks almost!)
- It reduced my severe cramps (I would be bedridden) to mild
- My breasts got bigger (May be from overall weight gain experienced)
- I've had acne prone skin for years and Yasmin was the only thing that worked to clear my skin
Cons:
- I experienced slight nausea for several weeks but that is normal. Nothing I couldn't tolerate.
- I had a very thin frame before starting Yasmin. While on Yasmin though, my appetite drastically changed and I started binge eating. I craved everything and would succumb to these cravings. Because of this I gained 15pounds even with regular exercise. Everyone noticed my weight gain.
- Absolutely no libido
- Mood changes. I was very depressed and my temper worsened. I am unsure as to whether this was the effect of the pill itself or if it was a result of my weight gain.
I've stopped taking Yasmin 6months ago and I'm still trying to shed the pounds through exercise. My appetite is now normal and I no longer get cravings. However, my skin is a lot worse since I stopped and topical acne products don't work well for me.
I have made the decision that Yasmin is not right for me.
My main reason for taking it was to regulate my periods.
Every woman is different so not everybody experiences the same side effects. These were some of mine:
Pros:
- it regulated my periods and gave me a sense of security knowing when and how long I should be expecting them (usually mine would come every 6-8 weeks and I would bleed heavy to light for 2weeks almost!)
- It reduced my severe cramps (I would be bedridden) to mild
- My breasts got bigger (May be from overall weight gain experienced)
- I've had acne prone skin for years and Yasmin was the only thing that worked to clear my skin
Cons:
- I experienced slight nausea for several weeks but that is normal. Nothing I couldn't tolerate.
- I had a very thin frame before starting Yasmin. While on Yasmin though, my appetite drastically changed and I started binge eating. I craved everything and would succumb to these cravings. Because of this I gained 15pounds even with regular exercise. Everyone noticed my weight gain.
- Absolutely no libido
- Mood changes. I was very depressed and my temper worsened. I am unsure as to whether this was the effect of the pill itself or if it was a result of my weight gain.
I've stopped taking Yasmin 6months ago and I'm still trying to shed the pounds through exercise. My appetite is now normal and I no longer get cravings. However, my skin is a lot worse since I stopped and topical acne products don't work well for me.
I have made the decision that Yasmin is not right for me.
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I was on YAZ for 2 years and recently switched to Yasmin because it was a cheaper option with my insurance. Well since I have switched pills 2 months ago, I have put on 15 lbs. I have been working out more then ever before in my life and trying to watch what I eat but can not stop gaining weight. I know it is from the Yasmin, so now I am looking into getting on paragard- a no hormone IUD which will not cause any weight gain bc it does not carry hormones. I know everyone is different, but Yasmin has been a horrible experience for me personally. And it is longer periods than YAZ. If anything I would recommend YAZ it is a short 3-4 day period, controls acne, and is a low dose of hormones.
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well i haven't gained any weight really, and my sex drive is super duper.
BUT I FEEL a lot fatter and bloated and i exercise a lot, eat healthily to not feel like this, but I really do think its because of Yasmin.
I wish you could take a pill if you wanted to get pregnant, and not take a pill if you didn't. (would be so much easier!)
BUT I FEEL a lot fatter and bloated and i exercise a lot, eat healthily to not feel like this, but I really do think its because of Yasmin.
I wish you could take a pill if you wanted to get pregnant, and not take a pill if you didn't. (would be so much easier!)
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i was on yasmin for about 6 months. it cleared up my skin very well and i had no pms but still had cramps. it made me gain between 10-15lbs and i exercise and eat well day to day. nothing i do made a difference, the weight would NOT come off no matter what i was doing. i finally stopped taking it. its been about 3 weeks and although i dont feel bloated anymore like how i used to everyday my weight still hasnt gone down at all and im hoping that its just taking a while to get out of my system. i guess this works differently for everyone, hense the woman who lost weight on yasmin. but this seriously messed my whole body up, and im trying to get it back to normal but im running out of patience..!!! has anyone had the same thing happen? and has the weight come off and how long did it take?
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That's not true, there is a variety of pills which cause weight gain even if you exercise and eat write while taking them. With Yasmin it depends a lot on how it affects you. I started gaining weight on it and stopped it even though I have a PCOS. It also increased my libido and made me very emotional. At one point I'd be flying high as a kite and doing drastic changes in my life, the next I'd be locked in the bathroom feeling suicidal.
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look love i've been on the pill and gained weight and had no change to my diet or exercise routine. i live a very healthy life and had been thin before going on the pill and then just gained it over about a two month period.
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i don't want to scared anyone but on the news last year a girl died on yasmin and it looks like it was because of the pill. i think she dies from a blood clot and you have an increased chance of that on the yasmin. I really would like to go on it cause it clears up your skin and apparently doesn't cause weight gain. my friends on it and i'm waiting to see how well it goes for her with weight. i'm on the brenda at the moment and i gained weight even with living a really healthy lifestyle before i'd been quite slim.
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I'm really concerned that you are suggesting someone is safe during this 7-day period. If you are on a 28 day pill pack, that 7 day week of sugar/placebo pills are pills that contain no hormones. You may be having your period during this time, but you are NOT protected.
Please do consider using other methods of contraception during this time to ensure that you are protected in sex during this period of time.
Please do consider using other methods of contraception during this time to ensure that you are protected in sex during this period of time.
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I gained 20 lbs on Yasmin and working very hard to lose it! How long will this take? I was on Yaz for about 5 months.
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Is it okay to take laxative tea and Yasmin pill at the same time? I've heard that laxative tea affects by decreasing the effectiveness of Yasmin pills. I am using both at the same time.
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I've been taking Yasmin for 6 months and completed last month's pack. Usually, my period comes at the end of the month but didn't come on at all. What does this mean?
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