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 27, 2008

Pros:

After one week of taking Diane 35 I saw a significant improvement in my skin. Clear, smooth, NO irritation or redness, reduced sensitivity. People are saying my skin is "glowing"! Also caused my breasts to swell and grow which i am happy about!

Cons:

I am experiencing severe abdominal pains...I started taking the pills the first day of my period as instructed which was 2 weeks ago and I still have my period. I will consult my doctor I even feel a bit bloated.?

I would recommend this product for sure to anyone with mild to severe acne it seems to really work from the inside out and I am happy with the results overall, except of course for the ongoing menstrual type cramps. I feel also that I am retaining more water now.
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May 25, 2008

Pros:

cleared every single spot on my skin, bigger boobs, regular periods. I still can't get over how great my skin looked.

Cons:

my boobs were sensitive and achey, and when i stopped taking it my skin immediately started breaking out

I think its great for acne. My only concern is the breakouts which occured when i went off it. It's been years and i still experience breakouts, so much so that I'm thinking of going back on it to stop these breakouts.
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May 23, 2008

Pros:

I think skin is clearer from this product, although I use Proactiv also, so not sure. Haven't got any kids, so that part is working.

Cons:

MOOD SWINGS, ZERO SEX DRIVE, VERY SORE BREASTS, INCREASED BREAST SIZE, WEIGHT GAIN. My fiance hates this this pill.. We have been bickering at one another since I started taking it.

I'm going off it once my 3 months is up. Very expensive too
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April 21, 2008

Pros:

Gets rid of acne and oily hair/skin.

Cons:

Weight gain! I went from a size 0 to a size 9!

If you want clear skin then go for it! But if you are really cautious about weight gain, then I wouldn't recommend it.
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December 13, 2007

Pros:

Less oily skin and hair

Cons:

tired, upset stomach, no appetite

I have been eating Diane-35 for about a month, and I have noticed that my skin and hair are less oily, but I still have some pimples ... What I am wondering though, is that people that say they gain a lot of weight from eating this pill - is that because of bigger appetite? I know that it is easy to gain weight from all bcp - but I want to make my best by eating healthy and continuing working out a lot.
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July 31, 2007
I haven't tried Diane yet but my doctor prescribed it for my acne yesterday. I didn't want to take this, I told the Dr. that I wanted Tri-cyclen Lo because I was on it before and it worked and I had no side effects as well as the benefit of an effective birth control but he insisted I get Diane. The doctor did not disclose any side effects of Diane but through the research I've done it seems that this product has more harmful and/or unwanted side effects than any other "birth control" pill. Even the pharmacist failed to answer my questions about side effects. I took it as there is something to hide. I won't be taking this medication, I will be going back this week to get the Tri-cyclen Lo. I don't understand why a drug like Diane would even be legal in Canada; it's not legal in the U.S. which is a big clue. I would rather be pimply than have the side effects that I read off of the entries here and other research. My face isn't REALLY bad; it's not worth risking my self-esteem.
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February 17, 2007

Pros:

works for PCOS "victims"... i now have regular periods, and clean smooth skin

Cons:

Weight gain:larger breasts, mid section and thighs, tenderness of breast, TERRIBLE MOOD SWINGS

been on it for over 8 months. Im 20, and hate the weight gain, and terible mood swings. IF you don't have PCOS, don't take it - the risks even my gynae outlined arent pretty - she's planning to take me off it real soon... Recommended: Yes - for PCOS
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January 24, 2007

Pros:

Regular periods, lighter flow, NO period pain.

Cons:

Slightly improvement in acne, mood swings, weight gain.

I have been on Diane 35 for 2 yrs and I have only noticed a slight improvement, my acne still flares up, have tried all over the counter products..but what else is there ??
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January 15, 2007

Pros:

regular periods, weight loss, larger breasts

Cons:

Acne still there, mood swings, high loss of libido and vaginal dryness

I have been on Diane 35 for 6 years. I originally started using it for irregular periods and acne.I found it didn't help with acne at all & know i have had to resort to taking roaccutane for my skin. Very bad mood swings & high loss of libido. Also very bad vaginal dryness. Now have been recommended to get off Dianne as no longer need it for my skin though am a bit worried at what might happen once i get off????
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December 4, 2011

Pros:

clear up my acne
less oily face
not pregnant
happy mood all the time

Cons:

terrible weight gain!

i had terrible weight gain when i took this. but overall it did clear up my acne and my face is not oily. but once i finished the pills for 3 weeks consumption, the acne came back like mad and it was horrid + my crave for the food were non stop.
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