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What is the difference between Yaz and Loestrin?

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J. Harty

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J. Harty, Writer, M.A, Chula Vista

Answered Aug 28, 2019

During the 20th century, there was a new invention in the medical field. This invention is about pills that can be taken to prevent pregnancy. Women can take these pills to hinder production and ovulation. Two good pills that are used for birth control are Yaz and Loestrin, and they are available to buy in the market. Though these pills perform the same function, still they have their differences. One major difference between them is the kind of progestin.

During the 20th century, there was a new invention in the medical field. This invention is about
The kind of progestin in Yaz is Drosperinone, while the kind contained in Loestrin is norethindrone. Both Yaz and Loestrin contain estrogens which are of the same type and amount. Another thing that distinguishes these two pills is that Yaz contains a particular amount of Yaz, but Loestrin does not. When this kind of pills is taken, there are surely one or two side effects they have on the body. For Yaz, its side effect is the cramp of women's leg, with a form of headache. When Loestrin are taken, cramps can still be experienced, but one major thing it does is that it causes the breast to be bigger.

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O. Bickis

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O. Bickis, Corporate employee, MBA, Stockton

Answered Jun 13, 2019

These two medications may be prescribed for birth control, but they also have other differences that will make them more distinct from each other. La Loestrin Fe may also be used to get rid of migraines. This is also an effective birth control medication. Yaz can also be prescribed for women who are struggling with acne and those who have some disorders.

These two medications may be prescribed for birth control, but they also have other differences
The side effects that people may experience from taking these pills are also different. Some have experienced headaches from taking Yaz while others have reported that they feel exhausted after taking La Loestrin Fe. It is best to learn more about these pills first before you continue taking them.

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