Diane-35 : Oral Contraceptive

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Active Ingredients:
Cyproterone acetate 2 mg and Ethinyl estradiol 0.035 mg.

Inactive Ingredients:
Cornstarch, Lactose, Magnesium Stearate, Povidone, and Talc.

Tablet Coating:
Calcium Carbonate, Ferric Oxide Yellow, Glycerol, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Sucrose, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, and Wax.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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July 10, 2008

Pros:

Perfect complexion, less greasy skin, and lighter hair strands. i love the effect it gives to my skin. I look younger and brighter. It makes me feel more confident all the time.

Cons:

So far so good.

I recommend this to all women who have hormonal imbalances, acne problems, and of course who are insecure with how they look.
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July 1, 2008

Pros:

bigger breasts, no more "backne"

Cons:

you get very irritable and moody and over sensitive near you period. a few pimples here and there but i am also rediculously stressed most of the time.

i really like this type of birth control. ive tried a few brands and this one seems to be the best for me. but thats just me. I didnt gain any weight or get blood clots.
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June 17, 2008

Pros:

Worked well for my skin, acne was completly gone after a few months, on it for 2 years, but thinking about stopping it.

Cons:

Major weight gain, very sleeply all the time.

I love this product, it has worked wonders for my skin.
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June 8, 2008

Pros:

Beautiful porcelain skin, increased breast size, mild and stable periods

Cons:

extreme mood swings,depressions, spider veins, breast pain, headaches, sun sensitivity,skin worsens when trying to get off Diane, leg pain/cramps, dry skin

Oh boy, what a wake up call to read these comments ! I've been on Diane for a really long time ( years and years). This has been the ultimate medicine that has cured my acne. At the age of 12 I developed a terrible acne, and tried all sorts of creams and tetracyclines, which only helped for a short period of time. I've always had a healthy diet, exercised and followed any piece of advice that might improve my skin. I've always felt that it was so unfair that I have had to struggle with this skin problem, while my friends did not.All my self-confidence gradually disappeared ( especially when being told that my face looked like a pizza, or when my father (irritated )said:"What a terrible acne you have today !" I prayed every night that my skin problems would vanish, but wasn't exactly encouraged when my dermatologist told me that acne might last until my mid thirties !!I was desperate, and almost developed an eating disorder.Diane saved me, but I also hate it. I want off it, but dare not
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February 21, 2008

Pros:

clear soft skin, dramatically less body hair, bigger breasts, reduced shedding of hair on my head!

Cons:

weight gain of about 5 pounds. increases appetite and appears to cause water retention as well.

Recommended except for the weight gain.
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February 18, 2008

Pros:

beautiful, spotless skin, great thick hair on the head

Cons:

tender breasts specially before period

I was using DIANE for 8 years, since 1999 to 2006 with one short break of 2-3 months, acne came back 2 months after I stopped. And it was severe. I started taking it again and it improved, then I stopped for more than year ago and for a whole year my skin was not bad at all until Desember last year, Then my skin worsened again. I think I will start taking it again. Pro-active helps a bit but not with the same effect as with DIANE 35.
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February 10, 2008

Pros:

Cleared my skin, shorter periods, and reduced oily skin.

Cons:

stomache pain, dizzy spells when first starting up again, expensive w/out health plan, major breakouts when off pills

I was perscribed Diane 35 for acne on my face when I asked for birth control. I went on it in 2005 and stayed on it for a yr then went off, and my skin was worse after, like most ppl seem to find. It works very well when I'm on it for my back-acne especially. I also have really oily skin and it cleared that up. Then going off it this past summer I broke out worse than before on my back and face. I've read tons of info on the side effects and I'm thinking of permanently going off it.. I recommend it if you're aware of all the risks.
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January 29, 2008

Pros:

clear skin, bigger breasts,less body hair

Cons:

weight gain

I've had problems with my face since 18 and i'm now 25. when I started using this pill 5 months ago my skin just really cleared up for the first time that I dont need to go to the dermatologist anymore so eventhough its more expensive, you save money coz you dont need to buy skin products that much and you save on doctor's fee. I've had so many people notice my skin and say how good it is. it's really amazing after trying all types of skin products and not working out.
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January 5, 2008

Pros:

Brilliantly smooth and spotless skin, evidently less body hair, short and painless periods.

Cons:

I was on Diane for 5 years with only one 6month break inbetween. I did not get my period during the six month break and the skin was even spottier than before.

Even though they did do the trick, the pills were prescribed to me as a time-limited therapy for acne and not as a lifelong medication. after a five year long therapy i am back where i started, even though my skin was crystal clear during that period. So the bottom line is whether you are prepared to take it for the rest of your life, risking longterm side effects - many of them not yet proven by research. i stopped taking them for good and i am looking for alternatives to clear my skin without having to become addicted to a synthetic hormone.
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December 14, 2007

Pros:

Perfect skin, I was on it for several years.

Cons:

slight weight gain due to increased appetite, mood swings, i was ultra emotional on it, headaches and decreased energy.

It gave me perfect skin...I have now been off it for 3 months and my acne has returned esp. on my back. it's annoying to have acne at 30. I am tempted to start taking it again, but I keep hearing about health issues with it and worry, so I'm on the hunt for something else that works as well, without the cons. I am recommending it only because it does works for acne like a charm.
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