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.

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February 4, 2007

Pros:

Clearer skin, birth control

Cons:

Side effects when going off it.

Everything seemed fine while I was on it, except for low libido. My doctor switched me from it to another brand after around a year, saying it was no longer available. Since then I haven't been able to forget I was on it. Needless to say skin got worse, but a year and a half later and my hair has been falling out constantly. My hair was fine on Diane 35, I had extremely thick hair until then. But since coming off it the hair loss hasn't stopped. It's thinner than ever now and no other bcp is bringing it back. Just a warning to everyone considering using it. It's not worth it for this possible side effect alone.
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February 3, 2007

Pros:

cleared skin, birth control and lighter periods

Cons:

absolutely no sex drive, extreme depression and really dry skin

I have been on Diane 35 now for six months and it just seems like the side effects are getting worse. I have no sex drive anymore which for me this is not normal. Also I could not explain why I was always feeling so down. I would cry at anything and I had absolutely no motivation to do anything. I could just stay home and sleep or cry. Also I could snap in an instant and be really angry. This week has been really bad that finally today I said I have to figure out what is wrong with me. My aunt suggested to me that maybe it was my pill and that I should research it. Wow I cannot believe how bad this pill is. So many woman experience these same side effects. Alot of woman were even having suicidal thoughts which is crazy. I have also learned that Diane 35 is banned in some countries. I have decided today that this is not the right pill for me. I am going to stop taking it today. I can't wait to start feeling like myself again. Please think it over before you start this pill.
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February 2, 2007

Pros:

Good method of Birth Control, Clears skin, Weight Loss

Cons:

Been on this for 4 years and just recently been having many yeast infections about one a month

Works very well for birth control. Does clear skin to a degree, but i still get a couple pimples here and there. But I think that is hormonal, Usually only around my period
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February 2, 2007

Pros:

awesome acne drug

Cons:

it is expensive and there is a health advisory warning about this drug.

this was the best acne pill i have used out there. i used to it for my skin and i was on it for about 1 year. i noticed a huge improvement in my skin a couple of days after i started using the pill. however, my doctor advised me not to take the pill anymore because of health warnings. i was on alesse for about one year but i found that it had no effect on my skin.
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January 30, 2007

Pros:

it cleared my acne, but i didnt have much to begin with, still get a zit here and there.

Cons:

gained so much weight (within 6 months...25 lbs) even eating healthy, and i got blood cloths from taking diane 35.

dangerous, and the weight gain is depressing, wouldnt use it again, not worth my health. I rather be slim like i was, with that occasional pimple and knowing that i dont have any health risks I will sleep better at night. DO NOT USE DIANE 35
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January 27, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up skin pretty good, no changes in breast size (good!), no cramps really, easy periods,

Cons:

a serious lack of desire for sex!!! still get zits every once in a while. no improvement with mood swings

i'm very hapy for what it did for my skin. I am planning to go off it though b/c i need a better libido!!! I'm a newlywed (lol) and ya, I feel bad for my man. I'm worried though as to what my skin might go back to....? Anyone know another pill that helps to clear up your skin? I would recommed it though, especially if your not worried about your libido!
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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 23, 2007

Pros:

gets rid of acne, regular periods

Cons:

possible weight gain, after about a year I kept getting yeast infections, up to 4 a month.

I would like to stay on Diane 35 but I feel tired all the time and have yeast infections practically all the time. So its not worth it. Im switching to tricyclin lo tomorrow. From what I read you arent supposed to use diane for more than 4 months.
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January 21, 2007

Pros:

cleared up skin, lighter periods

Cons:

going off it sucks, when on - decreased libido

For those considering coming off....here are some things that I have been experiencing.. 1. Increased libido 2. Increased acne 3. Highs and Lows - mood swings - awful! 4. Increased anger 5. Increased body oil - everwhere, not just face. 6. Irregular cycles 7. PMS pains - stabbing pains near ovaries
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January 17, 2007

Pros:

confidence

Cons:

food cravings, deeper acne

i just started my second pack. I feel that my acne have become deeper because diane is starting to work. before they were just simple little ones dissappearing as often as appearing. Now they stay longer, but it almost feels like one pimple now is worth many tiny ones and it is sucking all the infection from the area around it on its own. I am a dancer and weight gain is not a possibility for me, but I do get very intense food cravings now. I am used to eat what I like and not have any weight changes, but now I am a little worried as I crave a lot of sweets... my boobs increased in size, but I don't know if that's a pro - I didn't want that really. hopefuly my skin clears up. I do believe that it will. most of my friends are on diane. so I try not to stress about eating sugar and not covering my face with benzoyl peroxide every night
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