Drospirenone is one of several different progestins that are used in birth control pills.Most birth control pills (combination oral contraceptives) combine a synthetic version of the female hormone progesterone (referred to as a progestin) with a synthetic version of the female hormone estrogen.
In addition to prevention of pregnancy, some birth control pills containing drospirenone are also approved to treat symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), to treat moderate acne, and to raise folate levels, in women who choose to use an oral contraceptive for birth control.
1.Drospirenone has anti-androgenic effects in addition,
2.Drospirenone also has the effect of salt corticosteroids, to prevent water and sodium retention in the body.
3.Drospirenone can also be used to reduce acne and make skin more smooth
4.Drospirenone can help control of body weight.
