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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 29, 2011
Cons:
Need to take everyday
Initial mood swings
When I first took this pill, I had horrible depression within the first 3 days, but it cleared right at the 4th day which makes me wary if it really was the pill that caused this or my own mental health issues. Overall, this pill has many positive aspects, with light periods and no cramps. I tend to get acne around my period, but it was very minimal this time and i've only been using this pill for a month. I also noticed a slight increase in my breast size, which was good because I have tiny boobs! Overall, I would definitely recommend this, though I know that everyone's body reacts differently to certain types of birth control pills, so it really is your call! It is worth a try though.
December 4, 2011
Pros:
No side effects
Clearer skin in one month
Inexpensive
Cons:
Stuck on it (going off BC results in bad breakouts, irregular menstruation)
A very good birth control option if your insurance does not cover Yasmin (as in my case). Been around a long time because it has fewer side effects!
February 27, 2012
Pros:
Can't really say. Breast size is a little bigger.
Cons:
Been bleeding for 15 days for now. Seem to be irritable because of the break through bleeding no one explained to me. Notice slight acne
Honestly I wish I've never started birth control. This is our bodies that doctors refuse to tell and or explain the details or side effects because they don't care.
October 28, 2009
Pros:
I have been taking Ortho-tri cyclen For one month now. Im not pregnant I suppose thats always a good thing.
Cons:
My skin has freaked out but not just on my face its on my arms and back now. Im going to give it a while to see if it improves any.
Birth control and acne are nowhere related issues. If your not pregnant it is doing its number one job.
April 29, 2011
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
nothing
Cons:
terrible acne within one week
mood swings
WORST bc EVER. I am warning you right now, do NOT take this bc. First, it will make you breakout BAD before it gets any better, and once it gets better, it will come back even WORST than before once you get off it. I only took it for one month and had to throw it away, i am so angry that this pill made me broke out so bad, i never had acne this bad. I know you are suppost to wait about 2 to 3 months, but really, it is NOT worth it. The scars will take FOREVER to heal, and the mood swing is unbarable. And after you get off this pill, most people have TERIBLE break out, worst than they get on, if you don't believe me, do some research and you will find it. I am warning you, save youselves money and pain, go with the naturl rout, i wish i had. DONT MESS WITH HORMONES
December 5, 2011
Pros:
Reduced Acne
Less Cramps
Period Regularity
Cons:
Weight Gain (maybe from it)
Head aches for the first few weeks
While this helped to reduce my acne, it did not clear it. I would say that its helped with my severe cramps though. Recently, i gained a lot of weight in a short span of time with no change of lifestyle. My doctor suggested i see an endocrinologist but also added it could be from the birth control (ACK!)
October 3, 2009
Pros:
I had a boy, I love him so much. Im loving my life. Husband and I were shocked at first.
Cons:
Didn't work for me got pregnant.
Gonna try again
August 25, 2009
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
NOT PR3GNANT =D
Cons:
iM BR3AkiNG OUT.. BUT i jUST START3D SO i HOP3 iT Will GO AWAy>=]
HAPPy WiTH iT SO fAR jUST HOP3 THOS3 BR3AkOUTS G3T B3T3R....
September 1, 2009
Pros:
can have sex without getting prego
Cons:
im bitchy, and horney all the time, wight gain is horrible
i like to have sex, a lot of sex with everyone. being on the pill has prevented me from having any babies, thank god!
May 28, 2011
Cons:
Nauseated everyday
Very emotional
I've been on this for a week and have felt sick everyday, I hope this goes away soon. I also have had very bad mood swings, emotional. I really hope this works for me.
Pros:
Lighter periods
Slightly larger breasts
Less hormonal acne
Virtually no menstrual cramps
Sex drive the same if not higher