Ortho Tri-Cyclen (Birth control) Reviews
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Destiny, Tampa,FL
May 31st, 2008 |
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| Pros: | I have used this pill for 2 years,and NEVER got preganat!! I even skipped a couple of pills.but its strong enough to prevent it |
| Cons: | When I first started using it I gained 20 pounds,with in the first 3-4 months!!Seriously,my family NEW I was on the pill,bc of my weight gain,and I've always been a skinny girl~~ If you stop,you will BREAK OUT!! It happen to me a few months ago!!!! |
| Bottom Line: | I have been using this pill off and on for 2-3 yrs. I stopped a month ago,and wish I never did...bc I swear to you,my FACE BROKE OUT like CRAZY!!! And I have NEVER had acne in my 25 yrs! So,it was super depressing,and it stressed me out! I'm thinking of going back on this pill,bc I dont wanna get pregnant! I'm just scared it may break my face out again!! |
| Recommended: | Yes |
| Price Paid: | 30.00 |
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Allison, UCA, Arkansas
May 23rd, 2008 |
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| Pros: | NONE. |
| Cons: | Worse acne, violent mood swings, violent mood swings, VIOLENT MOOD SWINGS!!! |
| Bottom Line: | I just started Ortho Lo and I have been a raging lunatic. I am generally a happy go lucky person. People come to me when they need a pick me up. Since I started this horrible drug, I have been angry, psychotic and completely out of character. DO NOT TAKE THIS!! |
| Recommended: | No |
| Usage: | Allison has used this item for about a week. |
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Maria, Philly, PA
May 18th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | lost weight, regular periods |
| Cons: | ACNE!! anxiety, moodines, yeast infections, low sex drive |
| Bottom Line: | I was on the Ortho LO for five months for problems with ovarian cysts. Until the pill, my acne was under control. However, on the pill, my skin broke out uncontrollably! nothing I put on my face made a difference! Also, I was an emotional mess!!!! crying, moody, anxious...I definitely would not recommend this pill to anyone. It made my life hell...and it took me awhile to figure out what was the cause of everything. I feel so much better off of this damn pill. |
| Recommended: | No |
| Usage: | Maria has used this item for a few months. |
| Price Paid: | 35.00 |
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Dawn, Jacksonville
May 12th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | havent gotten pregnant |
| Cons: | ACNE HORRIBLE,weight gain,because i have an eating disorder i wanted to gain a little weight but it makes me nauseated almost every day, i have mood swings like crazy and my sex drive isnt even the same |
| Bottom Line: | screw this pill |
| Recommended: | No |
| Usage: | Dawn has used this item for a few weeks. |
| Price Paid: | 52.00 |
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Anna, not telling
May 11th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | knowing i won't get pregnant |
| Cons: | you have to remember to take it at the same time daily, (some have to do it hiding it from your parents) AND it stopped my periods alltogether |
| Bottom Line: | I have been on the pill for 4 years. First it seemed to do some good, but after a few months my body got used to it and all the acne came back. I still stayed on the pill for contraception, but i stopped taking it after 4 years. That was over 3 years ago,and i still dont have a period. I have been to several doctors, all of them giving me pills to start ovulating again, but thats just even more hormones. I would never, never ever even consider taking them again. Maybe my period will never come back and i won;t be able to have children |
| Price Paid: | 30.00 |
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Anonymous, Victoria, BC
May 10th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | Cleared up my acne, no pregnancy, minimal side effects, lighter periods |
| Cons: | None! |
| Bottom Line: | I had really bad acne before going on this, after 6 months my skin is back to normal again. You have to give it a few months to regulate your hormones to notice a change in your skin. Great product! |
| Recommended: | Yes |
| Usage: | Reviewer has used this item for a few months. |
| Price Paid: | 15.00 |
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Lea, WV
May 8th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | shorter, lighter periods, less acne, decreased appetite |
| Cons: | nausea, vomiting, stomach problems |
| Bottom Line: | I like this pill, I just don't like throwing up and feeling sick all the time. But at least I haven't gained any weight. |
| Recommended: | Yes |
| Usage: | Lea has used this item for about a month. |
| Price Paid: | 50.00 |
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Anonymous, Jersey
Apr 29th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | lighter, shorter periods, clearer skin but acne not completely gone, no weight issues, period always predictable |
| Cons: | none really. though im a little jealous of the girls who got bigger boobs because I definitely didnt! |
| Bottom Line: | This review is for the low dose. I was on it for about 2 years and I had no problems with it at all. I loved it! I had horrible acne before, it was so embarrassing. I still break out once in a while but it isn't bad and only lasts a few days. I just switched to the regular ortho tricyclen in hopes that it would be better for my skin. A friend of mine is also on the low dose one and she loves it as well. I would definitely recommend it. |
| Recommended: | Yes |
| Price Paid: | 12.00 |
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Tanya, Mackenzie, Canada
Apr 28th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | Hhhmmm?? Well, I havn't gotten pregnant! |
| Cons: | Nauseous, headaches, tired, weak, irritable. |
| Bottom Line: | I need to switch pills... |
| Recommended: | No |
| Usage: | Tanya has used this item for a few months. |
| Price Paid: | 20.00 |
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0 of 1 visitors found the following comment helpful.
Anonymous, germany
Apr 28th, 2008 |
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| Pros: | Effective birth control, hasnt decreased sex drive or made me crazy like it has other people. |
| Cons: | I'm a petite girl and gained 5 lbs. in 10 days! That's 5% of my body weight! Everyday I go to the gym and everyday I have gained weight. I feel like a fat slob. I have a fast metabolism, but its not helping. Also, my joints are starting to ache. |
| Bottom Line: | Everyones body reacts differently. Try it and see how yours reacts. I will only allow myself to gain 3 more pounds maximum before trying something else. I guess its better than being pregnant. I've been there and done that. |
| Usage: | Reviewer has used this item for a few weeks. |
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