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Hormonal Therapy
Efficacy
63%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Improvement significantly increases after 24 weeks.
Hormonal Therapy
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Any brand of oral contraceptive appears to clear the skin about the same amount, regardless of whether it is officially approved for acne treatment. Some people report complete clearing of acne symptoms and others see partial relief. However, artificially controlling your hormones is a serious decision, so it’s best to proceed with caution.
Hormonal Therapy
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Oral Contraceptives? Rate It:
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November 7, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Cons:
none that I found what so ever
Yasmin by far is the best contraceptive method out there. I have recently tried Daine 35 just for the sake of it and well realized that it was a HUGE mistake. In two months I have gained approximately 3 pounds, and I am a fairly active person nonetheless. I have also noticed some MAJOR moodswings, LOSS of labido and strange signs of depression. Please girls your body is sensitive as is so don't ruin it any further by taking Daine. Stick to Yasmin if it works well for you. Hormones are a tricky thing so educate yourself as much as you can and tune into your body. I recommend reading the book Sexy Hormones if all fails. Best of luck!
October 10, 2008
Pros:
none. oh its cheap but i have very good coverage in cananda
Cons:
broke me out!!!, cramps, weight gain.
I wish i never took it...
October 7, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Lost a few pounds; that's about it.
Cons:
Depression & irritability. Sleeplessness--always tired. Did nothing to improve my menstrual symptoms. No improvement on acne.
Different people react to different medications. My best friend is on this, and loves Yaz. For me, there was nothing good except I lost a few pounds. I felt low throughout the month, and always tired. I couldn't sleep. I was also irritable. Isn't this what Yaz is supposed to prevent? The lack of sleep was the worst of it. I wonder how many women have this as a side effect and don't realize it's from the birth control. I had the same problem with Yasmin. To top it off, it didn't calm down my period or improve my acne! I expected to at least have that covered with this stuff. Nonetheless, birth control is odd; you literally have to try it to test if it's for you. It's just not for me! If birth control just doesn't settle well with you, don't be surprised if Yaz isn't any better. I think it was the worst of any I've tried.
October 5, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Clearer Skin, Bigger Boobs, no more crying spells and super painful cramps, feeling sick.
Cons:
for the first while I didn't sleep all that well and sometimes felt sick.
It's definately worth it for me to go on it.
September 17, 2008
Pros:
None, really.
Cons:
I got extremely sick within a week, I was vomiting and sick to my stomach for hours on end. It didn't help my acne at all. I went off of it after 2 1/2 weeks.
If you have a delicate stomach, I don't recommend it.
August 19, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
skin already clearing up. bust slightly bigger. no huge side effects
Cons:
slight insomnia and nausea
i have only been using it f0r over a week but when i came on this site and saw what people were saying about the product i thought that i would be dead by now. i have never taken any birth control before but i have not had any side effects that would stop me from taking this. It is helping my acne and im so happy about that!
August 17, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
No pregnancy, No acne, No weight gain or Loss, No Mood swings, predictable periods.
Cons:
Period Cramps
Im real sensitive to bith control and this is the best ive tried.
July 24, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
My acne cleared up really well, still get the ocassional blemish but when I think back to how bad it was it's a massive improvement!
Cons:
Disn't have any funny side effects, no weight gain nothing. Having been on the pill for 5 years (I am now 20) I am experiencing cervical erosion due to the contraceptive pill...
Really good if you want to get rid of acne but don't get addicted like I did otherwise you could experience serious health risks like cervical erosion. I used contraceptive pills after nothing else would work and they did have a dramatic effect! I am going to have to stop now though and am hoping to find an alternative!
July 21, 2008
Pros:
Light, very predictable periods, no cramps, no pregnancy.
Cons:
Depression, moodiness, don't feel like self. No change in acne.
Would not be on this unless I felt like I needed to for the meantime. Was put on it because of excessive bleeding during periods causing numerous fainting spells. Definitely thinking about going off birth control~! Hate it, mind feels very uneasy.
July 1, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
NONE
Cons:
Everything!! DO NOT TAKE THIS PILL!!! Oh my, I am horrible with this medication. I have only been on it a few months, but I will not take it any longer. Will be going back to my old pill. Constant crying, not myself, blurry vision, lack of hunger.
Almost lost my boyfriend, the very reason to be ON BIRTH CONTROL!! This pill does the exact opposite of what it claims to cure. I have been horrible since I started it. Take my advice and choose another pill. I am calling my doctor today and getting something diffrent.
Pros:
no weightgain, no mood swings, keeps acne under control/clearer skin, increased sex drive