Yaz for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 4)

• Marie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 22, 2019

"I started taking Yaz just last month. When I started taking the white period inducing pills, the period didn't stop after I switched back to the rest of the monthly pills. I've had my period for 13 days straight at a time and am not sure what to do. Also, breast soreness, nausea and headaches have occurred, making this rather unpleasant."

• Britt
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 4, 2020

"I've been taking Yaz for 10 months because of my irregular menstrual cycle. I have to say that my experience has been fine. It of course regulated my cycle, and cleared up my cystic acne. The only thing I don't like is the headache I get on day one and two of starting a new pack. Other than that, everything functions like normal. No vaginal dryness, no spotting, no low sex drive, etc. Although my experience has been good, I will keep a lookout for these symptoms that other women have experienced as a precaution."

• Raven
• December 6, 2019

"I started using Yaz, as I thought I was doing the right thing by my body, was actually 'happy' and was on it for many years. I had health issues on the side. Which I worked to diagnose for many years. Oddly, doctors never making the correlation. I did stop taking Yaz, so I could conceive: and within 3 months months ALL of my mystery medical issues disappeared. It was only then I made the correlation. It is from this experience I believe that over time, I developed IBS and malabsorption issues. This lead to health issues such as anxiety, low iron, and low energy. These issues bring on a host of other issues as they have a follow on effect. It is for this reason I would highly caution against Yaz."

• Cassie
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 28, 2021

"I’ve been on YAZ for three years now and it works really well for me, I don’t think it’s changed me much emotionally/mentally but also hard to say because I have been struggling the past 3 years... so that is sus. My boobs went up a whole cup size but eventually went back to normal. Periods are regular no breakthrough and it does help with my acne, I still get pimples but not big cystic ones like I used to. I think it widened my hips too. I want to go off of it soon, If I do I will be able to tell you what was really side effects and what wasn’t (:"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 7, 2012

"I've been on YAZ for 18 months. Since starting Yaz, I've noticed no major weight changes (maybe lost a few pounds, but I attribute that to stress) and some minor acne breakouts. The biggest three changes were mood swings, change in menstrual flow, and a HUGE decrease in libido. My husband noticed my mood swings and said I seem to be overall less enthusiastic about life. My flow changed to some very strange bleeding (heavy in the morning, nonexistent at night, sometimes lasting 10 days). Overall, my period flow was lighter, I just couldn't seem to get a normal flow. The lack of libido has been a huge deal in my marriage. I went from wanting sex a few times a week to not wanting it at ALL."

• Em1001
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 16, 2022

"I never thought I’d leave a review for a drug but Yaz was a lifesaver for me. I began taking it at 19 years old after several miserable experiences with other hormonal birth control (HBCs) that left me seriously emotional and depressed. Immediately after starting Yaz I felt normal again and enjoyed clear skin, even hormones, steady weight and light/no periods for a decade. At 29, I was ready to start a family so I stopped taking Yaz - my cycle immediately went back to normal and I became pregnant right away, giving birth 9 months later to a healthy baby girl. Birth control pills are so different for every person and there’s no one-size-fits-all, but I highly recommend giving Yaz a try if you’re in the process of searching for your perfect fit - it worked for me!"

• Pixie
• April 13, 2017

"Best hormonal contraception I've tried. Originally used the cheap Levlen brand, which made me emotional and gain weight. Also tried Implanon, the arm implant, but continually spotted for a year before having it removed. Nurse prescribed Yaz for me after an unwanted pregnancy. It made my periods lighter and shorter, and not as painful; I have no side effects or mood swings; my skin is clearer, and I haven't added any weight because of it. I like that it has 24 active pills and I often skip periods. The only downside is the price - it's quite expensive in Australia."

• Lana
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 15, 2020

"I live in Korea, and had to switch from my ortho-tri-cyclin in the US to YAZ here in Korea. I went to a doctor to talk about it and she suggested YAZ as it was fairly close to what I had been taking in the states. I got it for 6 months, and now that I'm nearing the end, I am thinking more seriously about finding something else. The biggest side effect for me is the decrease in my libido. I went from desiring intimacy with my fiancé almost every day to never, within a month of starting YAZ. It was an extreme loss of sexual desire that I am 100% sure was due to YAZ. I also gained a few pounds and have not been able lose it. I did start to notice more extreme mood shifts towards the end of each cycle as well. Feeling depressed, fatigue, and anxiety every 4 weeks is tough on me. I am nervous about switching to something else because I have only ever taken ortho-tri-cyclin pills, but YAZ is just not for me in the long run."

• Anonymous
• June 24, 2009

"I enjoyed being on Yaz very much. I had to switch to a different pill because it's not covered under my insurance. The only side effects I really ever noticed were an increased sex drive, increase in breast size, decrease in appetite, mild reoccurring yeast infections (I've tested positive for track/yeast infections a few times but with little to no pain). Overall, I was extremely happy with Yaz and I'm upset that I have to start a different pill."

• Anonymous
• February 3, 2009

"I can't say enough positive things about YAZ. I was previously on Tilia (Estrostep) and recently switched. In only 3 weeks, my face has almost totally cleared up and my skin looks overall so much better. I seem to also have lost a little weight which is always a plus. The only one negative thing I can say is I am a little more tired in the mornings but it's not too bad. I would recommend this product a million times over."

• Starx...
• November 13, 2014

"I have been on yaz for 8 months, the first 5 months were great, but now im having my period for 3 weeks per month. It goes away the first week of my pills and comes back 2nd week... time to switch. I had zero breakouts and i lost 10 pounds that was great though"

• Frank...
• May 11, 2015

"I've been using Yaz for almost two months and I won't be continuing with this pill. Almost immediately after I changed from Qlaira to Yaz I noticed my anxiety levels rising, I'm not one to constantly worry and have always had this joy for life, but not since taking Yaz. I don't even feel like waking up and doing what I love. My sex drive is very, very, very low and I'm very dry down there. I'm very moody and fight with my fiance on a daily basis. My breasts have gone up an entire cup size and they are really tende. I have severe abdominal pains and nausea. I cannot wait to start a different pill."

• Lilo
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 10, 2020

"been using Yaz for the past 3 years I think. My periods became lighter, shorter and my face cleared. But, every month before my period I get really emotional and depressed. will be looking for a replacement.."

• Brydawn
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 27, 2013

"I LOVED Yaz, I was on it for 2 years. It caused my cramps to stop completely and I had no side effects the only thing I had was a loss in my sex drive. But I think all birth control does that to me. Only reason I switched was because I couldn't remember to take it every day anymore because my work and college was all over the place. I would go days without it."

• HarpN...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 26, 2019

"While Yaz did increase my sex drive and increase my vaginal dryness, it made me extremely anxious and lose interest in things I once used to enjoy. Minor issues I would usually have no sweat about, Yaz would amplify my emotions 10 fold. Will not use again."

• Loano
• April 21, 2019

"Started Yaz about 6 months ago for Endometriosis pain control. Right away I became emotional, anxious, depressed with super dark thoughts. My Dr. told me that it takes about 3/mo to level out your hormones. 2 weeks ago I started having side effects that I didn't even realize were BECAUSE of the BC until I started reading other reviews. I'm 29 years old, workout 5 days a week, skinny etc. I've become constipated, bloated, gaining weight, hungry all the time, EXTREMELY exhausted, mood swings, angry at everyone & everything, depressed, anxious, obsessive bad thoughts, hot flashes & sweating, breakthrough bleeding etc. I have my period every 3 months on this, but my 1st period after the 3 months is the heaviest period I've ever had in my life. Not to be graphic, but it was flowing out of me like an endless waterfall. Soaked through super tampons in 15-20 mins. I'm MISERABLE & would rather risk my endometriosis pain coming back than dealing with this. NOT taking another day of this pill."

• Brenda
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 19, 2019

"Before taking Yaz I did have the tendency to overthink, however I would never consider myself depressed or anxious. Ever since being on this pill, my mental health has never been this low in my life. I think obsessively about mistakes I've made in the past, in a way where I feel worthless. I began suffering panic attacks and hot flashes. During my period I became so depressed, I would spend my days crying and not wanting to get out of bed. I'd go to work late because I just stopped caring. I highly suggest staying away from this pill. It is NOT okay for your mental health and it is NOT a risk worth taking."

• Good
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 21, 2024

"I took this for a long time, around 7 years. It has been great until around 7 years the drug pretty much shut down my thyroid (which apparently happens more often than I thought). So then I had to change quickly to an estrogen-free alternative. So my advice: Take the pill, but make sure to have regular blood checks so that you notice if the pill starts giving you problems."

• Maggie...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 24, 2013

"I was on Yaz for a long time, about five years. It helped with my horrible mood swings. After a while, I got no period while on Yaz, not even spotting or cramping, which was a huge plus. The only negative for me was my sex drive became non-existent. My poor husband thought there was something wrong with him so I just switched to the patch."

• Stovers
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 1, 2021

"I started taking this pill when I was 14 to help regulate my periods and to be prepared when becoming sexually active. Fast forward to now, I’m 24, and have quit taking it altogether due to severe depression and anxiety. Reflecting back, I didn’t have any depression or anxiety symptoms prior to starting this medication. I read recently (within the past few years) that this birth control in particular can make depression and anxiety worse or start it up - so I quit taking it for awhile as a trial run and felt TREMENDOUSLY better. I was happy again and didn’t have mood swings like I’ve had for years (I’m also on antidepressants and anxiolytics if that tells you anything). After a few months, I restarted it and the same depressive and anxious episodes returned. I’m not sure if every birth control does this, but I do not recommend this one for the sole fact of maintaining mental sanity (depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts)."

• Anonymous
• December 19, 2009

"I have been on Yaz for about three years now and I love it. I have experienced great decrease in my PMS. I was a monster before starting Yaz and now I'm normal with occasional periods having slight mood swings or cramps. My boobs have grown and my acne has subsided. I get a few pimples every now and then commonly when my period comes. I do get some bloating but if I take something like Midol then I have none. I'm able to know exactly when my period starts. I have only experienced one occurrence in 3 years of using Yaz, of spotting when not missing a pill. I haven't noticed any weight gain due to the pill. The only thing I am worried about is the scare of blood clotting lately."

• allie
• July 12, 2017

"22 year old with a history of anxiety, and have found absolutely no issues with Yaz. Decided to make the switch after feeling overly emotional on Levlen. Was a little reluctant after reading reviews, but haven't experienced any side-effects at all, or at least if I have, they've been too minimal for me to notice!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 22, 2016

"WORST PILL. Went on it for around 5 months and it made my life a living hell. Almost immediately, I experienced an annoying, impossible to get rid of weight gain. Went from a B cup to a D/DD cup, depending on the time of the month. I also experienced some serious bloating around my stomach and could not get rid of it. Around the same time, I also became incredibly moody. As the months went on, this only got worse. Along with my moodiness, I became anxious, depressed and found that my libido had disappeared completely. Ultimately, I felt as if I had become a different person completely and decided to toss my remaining packs. While my weight and mood went back to normal, my libido took forever to reappear and I still feel it's not the same."

• mrsm
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 4, 2019

"I took Yaz for 5 years (age 25 until now) and just stopped a month ago. PROS: didn't get pregnant, super clear skin, didn't gain weight, and didn't bloat (peed constantly due to the diuretic effect). CONS: my periods were heavier than before I went on the pill, I never had cramps before Yaz but got them during all 5 years on it, my hair started thinning to the point that my ponytail now is about 1/4 the size it was before I started Yaz, and my mood swings were unreal. I feel terrible for my husband, friends and family for having to deal with me. I feel much better since being off the pill and am just hoping my hair grows back!"

• Rachel
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 5, 2018

"My daughter was prescribed Yaz to help regulate her cycles. She is prone to having anxiety attacks. The pills exacerbated these attacks. She has crying fits for no reason. I'll ask her why she is upset and she'll reply that she doesn't know why she is crying. She said she feels crazy. All these symptoms started within 2 weeks of taking Yaz. I was told she had to give it time for her body to adjust. She is into her 2nd month with no improvement. I placed a call to her Doctor to switch her to something else. Parents who have teen girls taking these pills, please be wary of the side effects."