Progestogen with anti-mineralocorticoid and anti-androgen activity

The Progestogen with anti-mineralocorticoid and anti-androgen activity class covers 1 of the active ingredients in this catalogue, including Drospirenone. Ingredients in one class share a mechanism of action, so their interactions, contraindications and typical side effects tend to overlap.

Active ingredients

• Drospirenone

  Progestogen with anti-mineralocorticoid and anti-androgen activity

  G03AA12

  Drospirenone is a fourth-generation progestogen with anti-mineralocorticoid and anti-androgen activity. It is widely used in combined oral contraceptives (Yaz, Yasmin) and in a progestogen-only pill (Slynd), often preferred for premenstrual symptoms and acne.

Medications

• 
  Yasmin

  Drospirenone / Ethinyl Estradiol

  3mg / 0.03mg
• 
  Yaz

  Drospirenone/Ethinylestradiol

  3mg/0.02mg

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