Yaz Side Effects

Yasmin (generic name: Ocella) is an oral contraceptive that can cause side effects which range in severity from mildly annoying to life-threatening. Women with certain health conditions are more prone to experiencing serious side effects from Yasmin. An experienced defective drug attorney can help women who have experienced harmful side effects from Yasmin receive financial compensation.

Mild Yasmin Side Effects

The following annoying, but not life-threatening side effects may be experienced when taking Yasmin:

• Breast tenderness, soreness or pain. Breast swelling.
• Swelling of feet or hands.
• Changes in appetite or weight.
• Hair loss.
• Changes in menstrual periods.
• Vaginal discharge or itching.
• Darkening of facial skin or freckles.
• Increased hair growth (on the face).

Severe Yasmin Side Effects

In some women Yasmin can cause a dangerous condition called hyperkalemia—excess potassium levels in the blood. Hyperkalemia can lead to abnormal heart rhythms. Abnormal heart rhythms interfere with circulation and can cause strokes, embolisms, and heart attacks. Yasmin (Ocella) can trigger hyperkalemia because it contains drospirenone, an ingredient not found in other oral contraceptives.

The following symptoms may be signs of hyperkalemia:

· Sudden numbness or weakness. Pain behind the eyes.

· Confusion.

· Problems with speech, vision, or balance.

· Heavy feeling in the chest or pain in the chest or arm.

· Nausea (sick to the stomach) or unusual sweating; stomach pain.

· If you have previously suffered migraine headaches and you notice a change in their occurrence or severity.

· Slow pulse or heart rate.

These symptoms are signs of a medical emergency. Do not delay seeking medical help if you experience any of these symptoms when taking Yasmin (Ocella); these symptoms can be signs of a potential stroke or heart attack, possibly being brought on by hyperkalemia.

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Allergic reactions to Yasmin

Like all drugs, Yasmin can trigger allergic reactions in some people. Get medical help immediately if you experience difficulty breathing, or swelling of the tongue, lips, throat, or face while taking Yasmin. Hives can also be the sign of a dangerous reaction to Yasmin.

Women who should not take Yasmin

Women with the following medical problems should not take Yasmin (Ocella):

· A history of stroke or blood clots.

· Circulation problems, especially those caused by diabetes.

· A heart valve disorder.

· Uterine or breast cancer.

· Abnormal vaginal bleeding.

· Kidney or liver disease.

· Severe high blood pressure.

· An adrenal gland disorder.

· Migraine headaches.

· A history of jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes) caused by birth control pills.

If you have had any form of heart disease, are overweight, have had trouble with high blood pressure, or have experienced depression in the past, discuss these issues with your doctor if he or she wants to prescribe Yasmin (Ocella). Also tell you doctor if you have diabetes or gallbladder disease or have had liver cancer, or breast cancer, or uterine cancer. Before prescribing Yasmin (Ocella) your doctor should also know if you have epilepsy or have had seizures in the past.

If you believe that you or someone you love has been harmed by taking Yasmin, Newsome can help. Fill out our case evaluation form to the right of the screen and one of our experienced “Yasmin” defective drug attorneys will advise you of your legal rights and help you get financial compensation for your suffering.