Non-contraceptive effects of microdose folate-containing oral contraceptive in patients of child bearing age

Abstract

The article provides a summary of the evaluation of efficacy of folate-containing oral contraceptive (Yaz® plus) containing gestagen with antiandrogenic and antimineralocorticoid effect, which, neutralizes the symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea in addition to preventing unwanted pregnancies, and also has registered indications for the treatment of acne.

Keywords

• folate-containing oral contraceptives
• drospirenone
• dysmenorrhea
• acne / hyperandrogenic dermopathy