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How to change from yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) to yasmin?

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Dr. Jennifer Austin answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Switch at next pack: Most people just finish the pack that they are on and start on the new birth control when they are ready to start a new pack. These Meds are similar, so it should go well.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

How to change from yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) to yasmin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jennifer Austin answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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