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Should i take yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol)? i am afraid it will cause anxiety. i am considering yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) to treat my acne and hormonal problem.. but do i have to be on it forever?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

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Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol)?: Why would Yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) cause anxiety? That would be really unusual. You don't have to be on it forever, discuss with your doctor.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

Should i take yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol)? i am afraid it will cause anxiety. i am considering yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) to treat my acne and hormonal problem.. but do i have to be on it forever?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gerard Honore answered

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