Ortho Tri-Cyclen (Birth control) Reviews

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Beth, Cortland, NY Jun 21st, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: No nausea, pregnancy, etc. Cons: Weight gain (about 5lbs after 3 months), acne doesn't noticeably appear any better either. Bottom Line: I've only been on it about three months and I started solely to clear up my acne. I take it every morning and so far don't feel as if my skin is any better. I'm taking DifferinGel (sp?) in conjunction with the OTC-lo...not sure if I should continue using it or try another pill? Recommended: Yes Usage: Beth has used this item for an inconsistent period of time. Price Paid: 10.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

KEISHA, SUNNY FLORI Jun 20th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Shorter periods. Decrease of "time of the month" pimples. Controls and regulates your cycle. Boobs grow a tad, haha. Cons: Honestly, to remember taking the pills. Bottom Line: I started taking this about a year ago. My skin looks so much better. It didn't completely clear me up but it totally helped. You have to find a great time for you to REMEMBER taking the pills. Playing catch up sucks big time. I take mine at 10pm at night, right before bed, so I won't get that nauseous feeling. My periods come when I know they will, and stop when you know they'll stop. I love it. Just give it a go. If it makes you a lil dizzy, take it before bed. Its simple. =) Good Luck. Recommended: Yes Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

jennifer, PA Jun 20th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: NO MORE HUGE PAINFUL PMS BREAKOUTS! Cons: minor weight gain(i believe it slows down metabolism a bit), increases plaque :( Bottom Line: One recommendation for you all when taking birth control!! INCREASE YOUR ORAL HYGIENE PRACTICES!! Due to the hormones in the pill, it gives you more plaque... more plaque= more cavities. I learned the hard way. I am 32 and NEVER had a cavity and I never had to floss every day. I had PERFECT teeth until I started the pill. Part of my wisdom tooth fell out and I have 2 other cavities!!! ugg!! BEWARE! Other than that, when first taking this pill, it will slightly increase your breakouts for the first few months. Don't worry, it will GET MUCH BETTER after 3 or 4 months! Be patient. Recommended: Yes Usage: jennifer has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 15.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Kristen, New Jersey Jun 18th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Regular and lighter periods, protection against pregnancy, minor weight loss Cons: Minor stomach discomfort, anxiety? Bottom Line: I've been using Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 3 1/2 months now. The first month I had some spotting. I seem to have lost some weight (I am attributing this to the pill, because I have not changed my diet/exercise). My periods are regular and so light, but I don't think my cramps have significantly decreased. I also feel that I have become more anxious. However, I would still suggest this pill to anyone. Recommended: Yes Usage: Kristen has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 20.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Canada Jun 13th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I didn't get pregnant!! Cons: None Bottom Line: I started taking the pill when i was 15 years old. I tried many different kinds and none worked well with my body. One kind made me gain HUGE amounts of weight, one made me have my period for pretty much the whole month, it wasn't until i went on OTC that i finally felt normal again. I lost the weight and am back to my normal size, i still have the clear skin i always have, and my periods are lighter. It all depends on how your body reacts to the kind of pill your taking. Trust me i know i tried many kinds and experienced many things that the doctors were telling me could happen but probably wouldn't. You just have to try it out and if it doesn't work with your body then tell your doctor and they'll switch you to a different kind. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 15.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

robin, RI Jun 11th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: clears skin, take the edge of cramps, short period Cons: developed cystic acne after stopping, mild weigh gain Bottom Line: I've had nearly perfect, porcelain skin for as long as I can remember. I started taking OTC when I was 19 years old which only made things better - less cramping, not one pimple. stopped taking it when I was 24 and began to break out into 2 or 3 horrible deep cysts on my chin and/or left cheek and they took months to clear. Wound up with some scarring and some clogged pores that took years to purge themselves. I went back on it after 6 months and finally the cysts stopped coming about 4 or 5 months later. Now I'm 27 and I stopped taking the pill again for only 12 days and I have another cyst. Hopefully I can go right back on it and this will be the only one I get... but even one is a painful, embarrassing nightmare to deal with. Take the pill, but pay attention to your skin if you stop... you might need to take it forever!!! Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 7.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Rachel Leet, Kansas May 31st, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: breast growth, clearer skin, and weight loss Cons: nausea, occasional light-headedness, mood swings Bottom Line: i've always had a problem with heavy periods since i inherited the flow from my mom, and having to wear two tampons at once isn't very comfortable and the subconsious feeling is terrible during school. so my periods have been lighter since i started taking ortho tri-cyclen and my skin looks noticably clearer and brighter. another plus is my breasts have grown noticably within 2 months from a C to a D Recommended: Yes Usage: Rachel Leet has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 28.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Carissa, New York, NY May 26th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: protection from pregnancy, lighter periods Cons: mild skin problems, more emotional, still have cramps. Bottom Line: I've been on Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo for 8 months. After the first couple of months of having some of the expected side effects which went away, i found this drug to cause extreme emotions, almost in a bi -polar way. I still have cramps, get tired and my period sort of has regulated...my flawless skin became somewhat irrated from the BC. More importantly, i feel that my hormones increased in a negative way that has cause problems in my relationship. I am about to try Yasmin with better hopes. If that affects me negativly, I am discontinuing the pill all together. Recommended: No Usage: Carissa has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 10.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Liz, Texas May 24th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: No sexual or other side effects. Cons: WORST ACNE OF MY WHOLE LIFE! Very expensive, insurance doesn't cover. Bottom Line: I am on Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo. I started taking it to help with acne that developed after stopping birth control. I went from having some problems with breakouts to HORRIBLE cystic acne along my jawline that is now spreading to my cheeks. Now I have tons of tiny bumps all over my chin, and cysts, and red inflamed bumps that won't go away. And I will have scars from this. I have done a lot of research and attribute it to this pill. I just finished my 2nd pack and am stopping it and going back to a different kind of BC pill. I am now trying to get my acne under control with Benzamycin and a retinoid. I am done with this pill. Worst thing I ever did for my complexion. Too bad because it was great otherwise. Recommended: No Usage: Liz has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 40.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Jennifer, Toronto May 24th, 2007 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: didn't get pregnant Cons: water retention (bloating), weight gain, HORRIBLE ACNE Bottom Line: horrible for your skin...!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it took forever for my skin to clear up from proactiv solution after using it for like 4 years... and now all of a suddent ortho tricyclen has made me break out ALL OVER my face a few cysts and mostly small bumps .. i cannot stress more over my entire face which hasn't happened in like 4 years. Recommended: No Usage: Jennifer has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 5.00 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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