Mircette (Birth control) Reviews

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Michelle, Chicago, IL Oct 28th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Loved it. Easy to start and no side effects at all. Cons: Was on Mircette for over 10 years then starting using generic because it was cheaper. Because I was on it for so long and the generic is known to cause breakthrough bleeding, I developed bleeding after having sex. Bottom Line: Because of the bleeding afte sex, I changed bc to Loestrin 24 Fe. I had no other side effects on this pill except weight gain and low sex drive. I gained over 40 lbs on this pill and can't stand to look at myself in a mirror. No matter what I do I can't lose the weight and keep gaining. I've had everything checked out, bloodwork, sleep study, etc... but I think it's the pill. My matabolism is very low too. I am switching back to Mircette - the name brand (no generics) next month. I am hoping I found the cause of the weight gain and I will start to lose the weight that I should have not gained. I can't be on a high level birth control otherwise I get very mooddy and Mircette never did that to me in all the years I was taking it. I didn't want to go off of it but had to because of the bleeding. I hope the bleeding doesn't come back since my body had a break from Mircette for about a year now. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 30.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Miami, FL Oct 27th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I used to have cramps for week straight when I got on Mircette I only have cramps the first day of my period. Period is alot lighter and less days. Also no weight gain what so ever and no scares! Bottom Line: I believe this is a great birth control pill being that it is a low dosage. I cannot agree on the sex drives but then everyone is different. This pill has worked perfectly for me! I have been taking it for 3 years and shorter and lighter periods but you still have a normal cycle, no acne, no weight gain... It worked for me just very expensive (you pay for what you get) Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 63.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Angela, Colton,CA Oct 8th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Cleared skin , no weight gain, no moodiness. no cramps ! Loved the packaging Cons: NONE Bottom Line: I have taken this birth control birth on a contiunous basis , no periods what so ever for 10 years. I loved it !! My hormones were always level and no cramps , no spotting. Nice skin. I never had any problems :) Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 30.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Duda, Los Angeles Sep 16th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: NONE. Cons: PLEASE, NEEEEEVEEERR TAKE THIS BC! I am serious, you have no idea how depressed I was, NO SEX DRIVE, moodiness, I would get home and not even bother saying hi to my husband. It was HORRIBLE. DONT TAKE IT!!!! Recommended: No Usage: Duda has used this item for about a month. Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Dee, Detroit, MI Sep 1st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I can't say there are any pro's all BC works the same with me I still have 7 day periods, still have cramps...I guess the only great thing is the clear skin and I'm not pregnant! Cons: LOW LOW LOW NON EXISITENT SEX DRIVE Bottom Line: I don't know I'm pissed cause I stopped taking it for a month and my sex drive came back with a vengence. THANKYOU!!! but I don't know if I want the BC back now. Recommended: No Usage: Dee has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

princess, pa Jun 17th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: lighter periods && no pain during periods Cons: lower sex drive Bottom Line: it kinda helped mi acne but it's still there.. it lowers the amount of sex you want and at first you might get a lot of nausea!! i have maintained mi weigh. Recommended: Yes Usage: princess has used this item for a few months. Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Nina, New York Jun 10th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Definitely clearer skin. But most importantly I felt I had more energy which resulted in weight loss. Cons: They only disadvantage is that my insurance doesn't cover it, so it's expensive. Also not many doctors carry this brand in their office. So no luck getting any free. (lol) Bottom Line: I must admit every birth control pill I ever started, I had to give up due to side effects, causing me to try too many different types. I was given Mircette when I changed doctors, and she advised that many insurances do not cover it. But once I started using Mircette I was hooked. At first there's slight nausea, but that passes. What I loved was how beautiful my skin looked after 3 months. I also lost all my baby weight, going from 127 to 109 (I'm petite). I couldn't believe it, I had so much energy. But definitely be ready to have NO sex life (you just dont want it!) A few months ago as I was trying to cut expenses, my doctor advised on the generic version. It was horrible, whatever you do dont go there, it's not worth it, believe me, the side effects & the odor, NO! And that is why I'm back on Mircette, I dont care how much it costs. But ladies it's very important that you keep in mind that every body is different, and you cant base your decisions on other's experience. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 60.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Jessica K., Biloxi, Ms Feb 28th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Very light almost non-existent periods. Clear skin! Cons: Very dry skin, HORRIBLE mood, period never came when it was suppose to, absolutely NO sex drive at all!!! Bottom Line: I was on Mircette for 7 months. During the first two months I had horrible migraines. Then my mood started to change, I had severe anxiety, and an almost violent attitude, which is NOT like me, I'm one of the most laid back people you have ever met. I thought maybe I was having issues with my thyroid that the pills were either giving me too much horomones or not enough, but thyroid checked out just fine. Also, I would take my pill every evening at 10:00 pm, I was never even 10 mins late taking it, and I never got my period when I was suppose to. I'd end up starting my period during the last two days of the week due. I skipped one pill during my 28days and had a period for 8 days. I've been off of the pills now for 2 weeks, and I feel great!!! I will NEVER AGAIN take Mircette. Recommended: No Usage: Jessica K. has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Katie, Wisconsin Jan 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Clears up acne immediately. Decreased hair loss. Eyelashes became super long and thick! Prevents pregnancy. Cons: Severe migraine headaches. Depression. Zero libido. Bottom Line: Side affects were unbearable and I had to discontinue use after three months. I later read that this pill should not be prescribed to women with a history of migraine. Moderate to severe acne returned after I stopped taking it. I will now be trying Spironolactone because it has fewer side affects. Recommended: No Usage: Katie has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 15.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Blaze, NY Dec 21st, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: controls acne nicely, I had barely any breakouts while on this pill, however it wont just clear it up, you should use an antibiotic with it to clear up your existing acne first. Cons: causes bloating, I had a couple of headaches on it the first month. Also LOWERS you sex drive like no other pill. Bottom Line: This is a good pill, except for the bloating and lack of sex drive. It's very helpful for women with horomonal acne :) Recommended: Yes Usage: Blaze has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 60.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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