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Buy Yasmin Tablets online

Yasmin is a popular contraceptive pill that is available to buy online from The Independent Pharmacy for women who have already been prescribed it by their doctor. Buying Yasmin online allows women to quickly and easily get repeat supplies of their pill when it may be otherwise inconvenient to do so.

If you have been prescribed Yasmin, repeat supplies can be purchased online from The Independent Pharmacy, following a simple medical questionnaire. One of our doctors will review your order on the same working day – if they deem that Yasmin is suitable for you, your order will be with you as soon as the next working day.

Suitable for age: 18 years +
Maximum per order:1
Consultation required?Yes

This treatment requires an online consultation for review by our medical team. The decision to supply the specific treatment and quantity requested will be based on whether our medical team are satisfied that it will be safe, appropriate, and effective.

Yasmin Information

What is Yasmin & what is it used for?

Yasmin is an oral contraceptive. When used correctly, it will provide over 99% protection against pregnancy. The two active ingredients, drospirenone and ethinylestradiol, prevent ovulation from occurring during the menstrual cycle.

There are 21 Yasmin pills in a pack. Once you have finished a pack, you will stop taking the pill for seven days. During this time you will have a normal bleed. Once seven days have passed, begin your next cycle of treatment.

How does Yasmin work?

Pregnancy occurs when an egg released from the ovaries is fertilised by sperm. In a normal menstrual cycle, the ovaries release one egg each month – this is the process of ovulation. This process is controlled by the female sex hormones progesterone and oestrogen. Yasmin contains two synthetic hormones, drospirenone and ethinylestradiol, which imitate these two natural hormones. They control the levels of each hormone in such a way that prevents an egg from being released. The Pill also makes it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, by thickening the fluid that is in the cervix.

During a regular menstrual cycle, the endometrium (the wall of the uterus) builds up in preparation for a fertilised egg. Ethinylestradiol reduces the extent of this buildup, making it less likely that a fertilised egg will develop into an embryo. As a further result, periods become lighter.

Yasmin & acne

Some women who take Yasmin, who have previously struggled with acne or spots, have noticed an improvement in the appearance of their skin while taking this contraceptive pill. This is because the hormones in Yasmin help to control the production of oil by the skin, stopping the pores from becoming blocked.

Yasmin and weight gain

Like other contraceptive pills, it is often believed that Yasmin can cause you to gain weight. There is, however, no evidence that has highlighted that there is a certain link between hormonal contraception and weight gain.

Hormonal contraception can, however, affect people differently and if you are concerned about gaining weight or any other side effects whilst taking Yasmin you should speak to a doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice.

Alternatives to Yasmin

Yasmin tablets are equivalent to the cheaper alternative, Lucette tablets, containing the same active ingredients. For more information regarding contraceptive options available from The Independent Pharmacy, including combined pills, progesterone-only pills and patches, why not take a look over on our Contraception Advice page.

Non-Medicinal Contraception Alternatives

  • Female Condoms - Not only do they prevent pregnancy they also prevent STIs. There is currently only one brand available in the UK, called Femidom. Shown to be 95% effective.
  • Male Condoms - Prevent pregnancy and also prevent STIs. Shown to be 98% effective.

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Yasmin warnings

Reading the following warnings carefully will help to ensure you are selecting an appropriate product.

Yasmin is unsuitable for you if you have:

  • Ever had a blood clot in the leg or lungs
  • A blood clotting disorder
  • A history of heart attack or stroke
  • Migraines with aura
  • Impaired liver function
  • A tumour in the liver
  • Kidney failure
  • Ever had cancer of the cervix, breast, vagina or uterus
  • Unexplained vaginal bleeding
  • An allergy to any of the ingredients of Yasmin

Yasmin is unsuitable for you if you have suffered from any of the following problems while pregnant:

  • Jaundice
  • Pemphigoid gestationis (a rash involving blisters of the hands and feet)
  • Pruritus

You may be advised not to take Yasmin if you suffer from any of the following conditions:

  • A family history of breast cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Depression
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Haemolytic uraemic syndrome
  • Heightened fat levels in the blood
  • Sickle cell anaemia
  • Varicose veins
  • Inflammation of veins under the skin
  • Epilepsy
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Chloasma
If you require any blood test, inform your doctor of which medicines you are taking – Yasmin may alter the results of some blood tests.

Yasmin and cancer

Do not use Yasmin if you have breast cancer, or if you have had it before. Long-term use of hormonal contraceptives may slightly increase your chance of developing breast cancer. Once you have stopped using the Pill for at least 10 years, your risk levels will come back down. Women who are elderly and/or overweight are more vulnerable to breast cancer. Take care using Yasmin if a close relative has suffered from breast cancer before. Check your breasts and nipples regularly for any changes or lumps. If you notice anything abnormal, visit your doctor as soon as you can.

Yasmin may increase your chance of developing cervical cancer. For this reason, you should have regular smear tests while taking the Pill.

Yasmin and blood clots

You may be more susceptible to blood clots while taking Yasmin, especially during the first year of use. Talk to your GP before having any operation while taking the Pill. You may need to stop using Yasmin to avoid the increased risk of a blood clot in advance of the operation. You are also at a heightened risk of developing a blood clot if you:

  • Smoke
  • Are obese
  • Have a family history of blood clots
  • Do not exercise regularly
  • Have had a miscarriage in the past
  • Have recently given birth

Yasmin and other medicines

The following medicines may impact the effectiveness of Yasmin:

  • Epilepsy medicines (e.g. phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine
  • Tuberculosis medicines (e.g. rifampicin)
  • HIV medicines
  • Hepatitis C medicines (e.g. telaprevir, boceprevir)
  • Antifungal medicines (e.g. ketoconazole)
  • Arthritis medicines (e.g. etoricoxib)
  • Bosentan
  • St John’s Wort

Yasmin may impact the effectiveness of the following medicines:

  • Ciclosporin
  • Theophylline
  • Lamotrigine
  • Tizanidine

Please read all packaging and the Patient Information Leaflet before taking any new medicine and inform your doctor of medicines you are taking or intend to take.

How to take Yasmin

Yasmin can be prescribed for and taken by women over the age of 18 years old to protect them from pregnancy. Yasmin tablets are for oral use only and should be taken as directed in the Patient Information Leaflet.

Take 1 Yasmin tablet at the same time every day for 21 days. Take the first tablet from the top row that correlates with the correct day of the week and follow the directions of the arrows printed on the pack.

After 21 days, do not take any Yasmin tablets for 7 days. This is your pill-free week and you should expect to experience a “withdrawal bleed”. On day 8 start a new packet of Yasmin tablets.

Starting Yasmin

If you have no used hormonal contraception in the past month

Take your first Yasmin tablet on day 1 of your period and you will be protected from becoming pregnant straight away.

You can also start taking Yasmin on days 2-5 of your period but you will need to use a barrier method of protection such as a condom for the next 7 days to protect you from getting pregnant.

If you are switching from a combined contraceptive pill

Take your first Yasmin tablet after the last active tablet of your previous pill. Do not have a pill-free 7 days. If you have previously been using a combined contraceptive patch or ring, speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice on the best way to switch to Yasmin.

If you are changing from a progesterone-only pill, injection, implant or IUD

Take your first Yasmin pill on whatever day is convenient for you when switching from the pill. For the injection take your first tablet the day your next injection is due. For the implant and IUD take your first Yasmin tablet the day these are removed.

You will need to use a barrier method of protection such as a condom for the first 7 days to avoid getting pregnant.

If you are starting Lucette after having a baby

Take your first Yasmin tablet between days 21-28 after giving birth. If you start taking Yasmin after day 28 you will need to use a barrier method of contraception such as a condom for the first 7 days.

You should not take Yasmin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should discuss your contraceptive options with your doctor.

Yasmin and missed pills

If you have forgotten to take your Yasmin tablet or have vomiting or diarrhoea within 3-4 hours of taking your pill but it is within 12 hours:

Take the late pill as soon as you remember or you feel well enough. You will still be protected against getting pregnant.

If you have forgotten to take your Yasmin tablet or have vomiting or diarrhoea within 3-4 hours of taking your pill and is over 12 hours late:

Take the missed pill as soon as you remember or you feel well enough. You will need to use an additional method of contraception such as a condom for the next 7 days.


Yasmin ingredients

The active ingredients contained in Yasmin are: Drospirenone, ethinylestradiol

Yasmin also contains the following inactive ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, maize starch, pregelatinised maize starch, povidone K25, magnesium stearate (E470b), hypromellose (E464), macrogol 6000, talc (E553b), titanium dioxide (E171), iron oxide yellow (E172).

Yasmin side effects

There are some potential side effects of Yasmin that you should be aware of when taking any combined hormonal contraception.

The most common side effects experienced when taking Yasmin are:

  • Tenderness breast, pain breast
  • Irregular periods, spotting, bleeding between periods
  • Low mood
  • Headache and migraine
  • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea
  • Vaginal thrush
  • Increased breast size
  • Changes in blood pressure
  • Hair loss

Side effects associated with Yasmin usually improve within the first 3 months. If they do not improve or you are concerned about any side effects please speak to a doctor.

If you experience any severe side effects or have an allergic reaction while using Yasmin you should seek medical advice from your nearest emergency department as soon as possible.

Before taking Yasmin please ensure you have read the Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly.

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