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I have been on yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) for 2 months, and my face is full of pimples, can it be yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol)?
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Possible: Yaz, (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) is an oral contraceptive. These medications can be used as a treatment for hormonal acne in women. While it usually takes 3 months to see its full effect on acne and skin health, it is possible that hormonal changes as your body adjusts to ocp's is aggravating your acne.
Answered 10/24/2017
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