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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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January 30, 2010
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Cons:
On my 5th day i was getting better buy something changed, and acne is getting worst, i dont know what happened...
May be i need to give it time to work but i guess i am not going to because i am getting sacred with the worsening of the acne, i am thinking it about stopping right now, even knowing i would get a reg again i dont know what to do....
December 9, 2009
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Benn on it for about a week, seems to be helping, and i don;t feel sick or any different really.
Cons:
I had a headache for two days, that's about it.
hoping it helps [:
October 12, 2009
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
See below
Cons:
See below
The birth control pill. Yaz, has been linked to life-threatening side effects such as strokes, blood clots, and heart attacks. Since 2004, at least 50 deaths have been reported in women taking Yaz and contraceptives made with similar ingredients. There is more information on this disturbing problem at [link removed]
August 18, 2009
Pros:
Well I started using it 2 days ago because I have mild acne and they say its really good for acne, but ill see how it works...
Cons:
The first night I took it it gave me a headache.
Any birthcontrol is good to take because it helps you have regular periods and less cramps so I will keep using this product.
January 12, 2009
Pros:
Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO is great. I was on that before and had no side effects whatsoever. I definitely recommend pills with low estrogen. But, everyone's body is different, so you just have to try and see what works for you...
Cons:
Hi, just trying to get the word out about the terrible side effects of Ortho Tri-Cyclen. I was taking the generic version of it, Mononessa, and experienced SEVERE depression. I also had an increased appetite and crazy mood swings. Made me psycho.
After getting off of the Ortho Tri-Cyclen (Mononessa), I am now on Lutera (which I think is supposed to be the equivalent of Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo). I just started my first pill today, so hopefully this one works better for me! If you have any questions about birth control, feel free to email me: brit101903@[link removed]. I'm not a doctor or anything; just someone with a lot of personal experience! Good luck,
Brittany
June 14, 2012
Pros:
-No acne
-Period only lasts 2-3 days
Cons:
-Headaches
-Blurred Vision
-Confusion
-Anxiety
-Hunger
-Periods still vary
This is my 3rd month on this type of birth control and I can tell that my health is different overall. I used to eat very healthy and it was easy for me to go all day with just a salad. Now after taking this type of birth control it has increased my appetite tremendously. Overall I just need to give it more time to see if it is effective or not!
September 28, 2011
Pros:
None
Cons:
Uncontrollable appetite
Anxious and depressed feeling
Breast soreness
Bleeding
Cramps
Overall, I've felt like I've had bad PMS every day since starting this pill. My emotions are all over the place - one minute I'm fine, the next I'm crying and barely want to leave the house. My skin hasn't cleared at all, and in fact, might even be worse than before. My breasts are painful and I had a few days of intense cramps. I think the worst has been my appetite, though - hunger and bad cravings even after eating a meal.
February 4, 2011
Pros:
None
Cons:
Daily headeaches
depression
acne
increased appetite
moodness
racy thoughts
water retention
Don't take it! I went to hell with this medication. I broke out even more than before. My acne got so bad that my face looked disgusting! The worse of all was the depression and anxiety, which also came with an ancontrolable appetite. I gained 20 pound within a month, and went to my University's doctor crying, because I felt like doodoo in every sense of the way. The doctor said that it was one of the worse birth control pills on the market, and that she had many patiences sufering from the same simptoms.
So I am not alone.
November 8, 2009
Pros:
regulate periods, possibly clearing of face, comfort having unprotected sex with my bf
Cons:
tender breast, possible breast increase (they were already huge), possible bloat
I was just introduced Natural Family Planning and i beleive that its a wonderful thing. No side affects at all. Its a great recommendation :)
October 23, 2009
Pros:
my boobs r huge
Cons:
iam bloated, the first week i was emotinal. and my face broke out into a rash.
its been awhile since i have been on the pill. so im giving my body sometime to adjust. i just starte dback last week. i have had one minor breakdown, huge boobs which is a plus. but my face and neck have a itchy rash. im hoping this goes away in the next couple of days. all and all im may just get the minera.
Pros:
Skin is less oily