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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.
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September 25, 2011
Cons:
Worst acne breakouts of my life
Constantly Nauseous
Very Emotional
Depressed
No sex drive
I gave this pill a 4 month run and the end result is that this pill is horrible! I've gone from the happiest, most outgoing person, to really sad and depressed. I finished a pack yesterday and will NEVER go on this pill again. I constantly felt sick, and the thought of alcohol was intolerable. My face went from a pimple every now and then to severely broken out and my sex drive was non-existent. DO NOT take this pill!!
May 24, 2010
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
So Far None
Cons:
Little Breakouts
I have just started using Yaz. I am a little hesitant to go on Accutane and chose this as a hopefully safer option. So far I have not seen to much improvement, but, my acne pimples have reduced in size. Hopefully this will work!
March 30, 2010
Pros:
my breasts got fuller
Cons:
My breasts were super tender. I had mild acne before starting this birth control, and it got worse.. I had more acne than ever after two weeks of my first pack.. I ended up getting pregant during the 3rd pack, but I think it's just because I was on medication which interacted with the pills effectiveness.
I was on Tricyclin Lo for a year when I was 17 and I had no side effects. I'm 25 now, had a baby when I was 21 and these pills didn't work for me this time around.
October 21, 2009
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Yasmin has kept me having short periods and I dont gain weight beause i dont eat alot.
Cons:
I hate that they have made a generic because I think the brand is better. Im getting blood clots also
I would recommend this product if u dont want a baby. It has stopped me from having any more babies. I just dont like the generic and i have asked the doctor to give me brand but that hasnt worked yet. I have used yasmin for almost 4 years now and my only down fall is the generic. Just recently they came out with a generic for the yasmin. Since i have to use generic now it makes me have cramps and i didnt have cramps taking the yasmin. The doctor had told me that there is a difference between the generic and the brand. My insurance doesnt want to pay for the brand anymore unless the doctor approves it.
July 23, 2009
Pros:
I hear its great for acne
Cons:
I was in the hospital within days. The side effects are horrible!
Every side effect on the label i got big time so to everyone else beware...Think long and hard before trying this one
June 21, 2009
Pros:
Pregnancy prevention, Cheap to buy
Cons:
Worsened acne
I have been on these for a year. I got on them after having my Mirena (IUD) removed. The Mirena gave me acne and acne on my back and made me bleed for 9 months. Took that out and got on OTC. Back acne cleared up for awhile but face did not clear up. After awhile I got back acne again! Got off of the OTC and face is already more clear. Condoms again. No more hormones for me. Hopefully I do not get pregnant again.
June 7, 2009
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Nails and hair are healthier.....mood swings have decreased
Cons:
LOTS of ACNE...lots of bloating........appetite has increased ..
The pill is good....but i never had a pimple on my face and now its like a disaster...but then it has only been 3 weeks ive been on it...hopefully it'll get better!!.......BUT i love not having mood swings cuz according to my husband .........i use to have PMS all the time...
March 22, 2009
Pros:
I don't really know yet I just started taking it about four days ago
Cons:
Dont know this yet either
O.K. I have been on BC 14 years now and I have tried it all. I have had the "SHOT",Lo-ovral,Yasmine,Yaz,IUD,and I am now on Tri Cy Lo. I have have the worst problems with all of it. I've been in a fog for about a year and a half and I am ready to feel normal again. Girls let me tell you DO NOT take yasmine or Yaz it is awful. I have had more bad side effects on those than any I have ever taken. My poor husband dont even know who i am anymore.Bottom line if you are married or just a happy sain person dont take those two.I hope this new one works for me. GOOD LUCK LADIES!!
March 21, 2009
Pros:
predictable light periods, does its job. Clear skin, but never had a prob w/ acne b4.
Cons:
WEIGHT GAIN, i think I put on almost 10 lbs. And dont even bother dieting and exercising to lose it, it wont budge. Made me very irritable and caused a little anxiety. Always bloated. Just switched so we'll see.
If wanna pack on some lbs and become a irritable bitch then go 4 it.
October 18, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
none that I can think of
Cons:
Irritability, low libido, cramps, nausea, spotting 3rd week before period to begin, fatigue etc etc etc
This didn't work for me, I actually had a sex drive after the baby was born, this killed it...I am currently on Alesse - which is not really any better...(doctor gave full "samples" of both Yaz & Alesse so it didn't cost a thing yet...)
Pros:
Not Pregnant