Lessina for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 4)

• Ng123
• October 5, 2018

"Initially wanted to go back on the pill because I experience pretty severe PMS symptoms within the 10 days or so leading up to my period that really prevent me from my normal, everyday functions, due to a hormonal imbalance. Tried to stick it out for a little over 2 weeks but then couldn’t take it anymore. Was constantly tired, depressed and anxious within the first few days. Experienced severe mood swings at the start of week 2, crying for no reason and then suddenly would get angry and snap. Had insane acne and cravings from the start that I couldn’t resist, leading to a solid 10lb weight gain and painful blemishes, which only made the depression worse. Felt so self conscious and didn’t have the motivation to work out, which is something I love to do daily, during the entirety of my experience. Needless to say, probably some of the worst weeks I’ve experienced in a while. Started to return back to normal within a few days of stopping."

• User
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 9, 2021

"I started Lessina almost 4 months ago I have not had a period since. I am not complaining but I am having a hard time losing weight retaining water etc. My head is always hurting and extremely exhausted. I'm worried about the no period. Going to call my doctor Monday to talk with them again as I don't know anyone else who has had periods completely stop. Only other method of birth control I know that has done that to me is the depo but been over a year off of that. I went on another pill sprintec prior to this one but just wanted something that wouldn't make me constantly want to eat. On Sprintec I had a 2 day period if that. In my opinion I feel my body needs to have a period to lose weight."

• Kjo
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 28, 2018

"I’ve been taking this birth control for almost a year. When I first started on it, I would have random bleeding that seemed to last three weeks. When my bleeding finally regulated, I started feeling super bloated, so much so that I took a pregnancy test and guess what it turns out I’m pregnant. Not far along enough to cause bloating, but I know I didn’t miss a pill. Surprise!"

• 3Mano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 9, 2018

"Switched ob/gyns this past fall and she recommended Lessina since I’m now over 40 and didn’t need as many hormones (in the Dr’s opinion). I’ve always had an effective skin care regimen so I was totally freaked out when I developed ridiculous acne within 1-2 months of switching. I’ve also gained at least 10 or more pounds since I began the pill. I also read how some users felt sadness/depression and I’m wondering if a few blue episodes I’ve had may have been brought on by the pill. Hmm. On the up side, I did notice the increase in sex drive and the periods seemed to be short and smooth (no PMS, no cramps). Finally called the doc last week to complain so I’ve swallowed my last one. Really wish I’d had the sense to Google this pill sooner. Never again. I’ll be researching my new script too as soon as I get it. I’ve been off and on the pill since my teens and never once had this many textbook side effects. Geez."

• Care
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 30, 2019

"I started taking this for about a year now and it works great for me. Even if I forget to take it for a day or 2 I never spot. I haven't had any crazy acne changes since starting. Literally no problems besides a slight weight gain."

• Bri
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 9, 2018

"I’ve been on this pill for about a year. When I first started I had irregular spotting for about a month and then my period began to come regularly. After about 4 months my moods swings have been on 100. During that time of the month I do get cystic acne in the chin area. On the bright side I am not pregnant, which is a plus! One down side is that the pharmacy I use was out of stock for a couple of days, which could have gotten me pregnant but I’m glad I was able to hold out until I have taken the pill for a week straight."

• jeann...
• October 11, 2016

"This is my fourth month on this medication and my 7th period. I was originally asking about birth control methods that would keep me from having my period every month and was told by my doctor that I could continue onto a second pack, skipping the week of fake pills and that should prevent my period. After that didn't work the first time I decided to just take it normally, but that's when my period started happening every other week. I have been abnormally emotional, but until I read the other reviews on this site I never thought to blame this medication. I'm normally a very subdued person who deals with my problems internally, these last few months I've been incredibly emotional and sensitive, crying a lot. I have had some extra acne too."

• SJChe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2016

"I had never taken any other oral contraceptive prior to Lessina. I believe the decision to order this low-dose option for me was based on my relatively small size, 103 pounds. I took it for 4 months. During that time I had the worst acne of my life and was nauseated every day, and I had migraine headaches with vomiting at work which ceased when I quit taking the pill. My PMS symptoms were also worse. The price has been volatile. In March, 2016, I paid $8.82 (which seemed like a great deal) to get a 28-day pack from Walmart for home delivery. In July, 2016, the same pack from Walmart for home delivery cost $21.92. My health insurance is provided by a Catholic employer, so these are uncovered expenses."

• Linzee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 26, 2017

"My obgyn switched me to this from Sronyx, due to horrible mood swings, constant headaches and 10 day long periods. I like this pill but I don't and gave it more than 3 months. I have been having some breakthrough bleeding at any week on the active pills that lasts 1-2 days. I have had terrible stomach aches and food repulsions. With these symptoms being bothersome, might have to switch again. Need a different pill that's not so harsh on my stomach. I do like that it shortened my periods, aside from the breakthrough bleeding, and no weight gain."

• Ellie...
• June 30, 2018

"I've been taking Lessina for about 4 months now. I used to take seasonique for whatever reason they prescribed me awful birth control insead. I'm so moody and literally hate the world and myself. I cry all the time honestly have the worst mood swings I've ever experienced. I stay so depressed that all I do is want to lay in bed and cry or sleep. I've gained 20lbs from this and got some acne. I constantly have the worst crushing migraines I've ever had in my life. Just all around worst experience. It work s for preventing pregnancy but it's not worth the emotional state it leaves you in."

• Mshepp
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 13, 2019

"Entire month of bleeding. I started this straight after I had my implant removed and I get that my body is supposed to be adjusting from the differences but I’m pretty sure I’m not supposed to be non stop bleeding for the entire time. I have acne on my chest and back now, getting zits more frequently, I’ve cried almost every single day, and I’ve been dryer than the sahara desert. This is absolute garbage and me and my partner are not impressed. I’m so confused by what I’m supposed to expect from my body at this point that I’m going off birth control for a month to get it back to normal."

• Smash
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 4, 2018

"I started this birth control pill after removing the Mirena. I was given this pill as the generic to what my ob/gyn prescribed. I wish I would've left it at the pharmacy! This is the WORST PILL EVER!!!!! Let's start with mood swings, weight gain, tender breast, depression, decreased sex drive and edema. I would NEVER recommend. I discontinued after being on the pill for 1.5 months. I actually stopped taking birth control pills all together to allow my body a chance to get back to normal. This by far was the WORST experience with birth control."

• Isabe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2021

"The first week, I took bc at 8am and would feel so nauseous after wards that I had to fall back asleep or I would vomit (I only threw up once because I was unable to get back to sleep after taking it). It made me a little nauseous all day every day I was taking it. When I started the second week in the pill pack, I suddenly got blurry vision, severe headaches, and dizziness on top of the increased nausea which lasted all day. I decided to stop taking it after that. From what I experienced, the only good effect it had was that it lessened my acne. I wouldn't ever go back on it though. I was debilitated for an entire day due to overwhelming side effects. All I could do was lay on my floor or bed and try to sleep."

• Nicole
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2023

"I was on Lutera which was amazing. No nausea, light periods, fewer breakouts, then Vienva which was ok, then Lessina. Lessina started ok, then I started spotting between periods, having longer, heavier periods, nausea my first day back on the hormone pill, and back pain. I tried to tough it out for a few months, but couldn't stand the side effects anymore and asked my OB if I can switch back to Lutera. This pill was not for me, but everyone is different. Not the worst, but definitely not great for me personally. I didn't get pregnant though, which is a plus."

• anna
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 24, 2018

"I've been taking Lessina for 3 months now, I really like the pill only a few complaints such as breakouts here and there, migraines off and on and a very lengthy period. Before taking Lessina my cycle would last roughly 5 days, now it last about 2 weeks which is really the only reason I'm looking to change to another pill. On a positive note, no menstrual cramps at all which is amazing."

• Texinit
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2019

"AWFUL. I forgot my regular birth control (Aubra) while on vacation so the pharmacist at the place I was vacationing at gave me these... they were fine for the week I was there but now I am spotting BAD every day.. some days I’ll wake up and there’ll be blood in my underwear or sometimes an hour before I’m scheduled to take my pill I’ll start bleeding. I have not had a period in four years (I had Nexplanon inserted 3 yrs then I got on Aubra and skipped placebos) now since taking this it’s like every day I am bleeding randomly AND suddenly have acne + cystic acne!! I kept taking it (2 months) to see if any of my symptoms would stop but they are actually getting WORSE. Stopping this awful, awful birth control immediately and throwing away the last month of it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 3, 2019

"Great birth control, been using for 4 months now only thing is I have bad acne literally everywhere, on my shoulders, back , face, and butt. I’ve never had this happen before, it’s like tiny cysts that I’m unable to pop. It’s been terrible. Besides that it’s great. Even helped me with my appetite to gain weight."

• Jamie
• July 8, 2018

"I was recently switched to Lessina due to my other brand giving my constant anxiety and sadness. The first week of taking Lessina I felt so great and hopeful that it wouldn’t bring the side effects in which I read in the reviews. Once the second week came along it was rock bottom. I took one pack in total because I was trying to give it a chance but I had to the back to my doctor to get it changed. It was the worse panic attacks and depression I have ever felt even comparing my last birth control to it. I would cry so much that I would have to throw up, I couldn’t breath or control my panic attacks at all. I’m giving it 3 stars because It actually helped clear up my skin and I didn’t gain weight like many have said, so that was a positive. I highly do NOT recommend this birth control if you have any bad history of mood swings with other birth controls."

• Syrian
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 4, 2017

"This was my first birth control I've ever had. My skin was clear but once I started taking this I had the worst acne. I was bloated, went from a size 3 to 7 within a week. I was nauseous, my breast were tender and swollen. My appetite increased. The only good thing about it was it increased my sex drive. I switched to Ortho Tricylen Lo and I actually liked it but the only thing is it decreased my sex drive. Now I'm on Aubra since Planned Parenthood doesn't have it anymore, so far no side effects."

• Cece
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2018

"Wow. I started on the third day of my period, which was a Sunday as directed. It’s two weeks later and I’m still on my period (day 17). I have migraines 3-5 times a month usually, but have had them every other day with this. I stopped taking the pill about a week after I started and then had a migraine that lasted four days, even with using my prescription migraine pills. I had a large blood clot as well. I went back to the doctor and they suggested I try to ride it out. Nope. On day 15, my period, which had been light, came back full force and was heavier than it’s ever been. I’m waiting for my body to clear the hormones out, but it’s been just awful. If you have migraines, think twice before taking Lessina."

• queen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 21, 2022

"I have taking Lessina for about 2 weeks and my experience has been ok. The only issue is that I have been nauseous and that's been happening ever since I starting taking Lessina. Overall it's a good product."

• Neshia
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 31, 2022

"After about 3 months on Lessina, I experienced abnormal bleeding. My cycle lasted for over 2 weeks, it was extremely heavy and unbearable. I ended up going to the doctor on day 14 and they prescribed Provera to stop the bleeding. It took 4 days on Provera to slow it down. Also, I had severe nausea in the beginning."

• Chelsea
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 15, 2023

"The pharmacy gave me this pill as a substitute for my normal one. I've been on it for 3 months and I've had horrible back pain during my period, crazy anxiety constantly, mood swings, bloating and hair thinning. I would not recommend this birth control. I'm so glad to be back on my normal one this month."

• Apxc
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 11, 2022

"Hi… so I’ve been on Lessina for a little over 6 months now. I used to be on Alysena maybe 2 years ago and it was the probably the WORST experience of my life, it ruined my mental and physical health so much that I was scared to get back on birth control. I told my current doctor about my concerns and he recommended me Lessina because it has a lower dose of hormones compared to other pills and it is also a commonly used pill amongst women in Canada. I was EXTREMELY nervous but I decided to take the jump and honestly, I’m so glad I did. I’ve had absolutely no side effects at all!! Everyone’s body is different and you may have to wait to see how your body reacts to certain perceptions, but it is 100% worth trying different things to see what suits you! Luckily I gave Lessina a chance, and I’m so happy with the outcome."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 19, 2022

"First off a note that not all medicines work the same for everyone !!! I started taking Lessina roughly a year & a half ago. I used to have debilitating pain during my periods where I literally could not get off the floor due to being so nauseous, lightheaded, and in pain. I also had really bad mental/emotional premenstrual symptoms that I didn't even notice I had until I started taking the pill. I started the pill the day my period was supposed to start- but it didn't, so I didn't get it for a couple weeks and then I bled for two weeks long. I also struggled a tad bit emotionally adjusting as the hormones gave me bad mood swings. Although after the first month or two everything started regulating out and since its been amazing (for me)! I can actually go places when I've my period, and I no longer get severely depressed the week leading up to my period. I do have times of increased mood swings though, especially if I miss my pill and have to take it either with/closer to my next pill."