Oral Contraceptives
Hormonal Therapy
Reviews
3.3
2743 Reviews
Oral Contraceptives
Hormonal Therapy
Efficacy
63%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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5
Note: Improvement significantly increases after 24 weeks.
Oral Contraceptives
Hormonal Therapy
Side Effects
High
Oral Contraceptives
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.
Oral Contraceptives
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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Compare To Other Treatments
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19.7%
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30.4%
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21.8%
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16%
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12%

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February 13, 2011
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)

Pros:

They told me this one is still Yasmin but its called Zarah? Scared to take it any further though because my mom died of blood clots so anything associated with that makes me worry big time. My skin looks alot clearer though but i never had issues much to begin with. My breasts seem a bit larger. Sex drive is increased! Also on Prenatal vitamins for anemia due to a super heaver monster period last month. I want to give it a good try but i wonder if the side effects will lessen?

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Leg Cramps!, Sore Breasts,Back pain,General overall achey feelings, Crave sweets more and salty stuff, Stomach Cramps from hell, Diarrea. So far thats what i have noticed. No weight gain yet and i pray that i dont!! Iv'e been trying to lose weight and have been doing well so i dont want to go backwards.

Pricey! A 3 month prescription costed me about $200.00!! I want to give it a good try and hope for the best but reading other reviews have kind of scared me. I know we are all different "Bodies" but yikes!
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