What makes YAZ different from other birth control pills on the market?
If you choose the Pill for birth control, YAZ is the only Pill proven to treat both the symptoms of PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and moderate acne. • PMDD is a mood disorder related to the menstrual cycle, with symptoms that occur regularly before a woman’s menstrual period. Symptoms include markedly depressed mood, anxiety or tension, mood swings, and persistent anger or irritability. Other symptoms associated with PMDD may include breast tenderness, headache, joint or muscle pain, bloating and weight gain. Other features include decreased interest in usual activities, difficulty concentrating, lack of energy, change in appetite or sleep, and feeling out of control. Unlike PMS (premenstrual syndrome), symptoms of PMDD are severe enough to interfere with your life and may significantly affect work or school, or usual social activities and relationships with others. Only your healthcare provider can determine if you have PMDD. YAZ is not approved to treat PMS, a less serious c
