Mono-Linyah for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 4)

• Annon
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 25, 2022

"I’ve been on it for about 9 months now and I like it. I skip the placebo but still seem to get a period but it’s a lot lighter and almost pain free. I’ve noticed that I’ve been able to lose/maintain my weight since being on it and it’s worked fine on my acne as well. Don’t let all the negative reviews worry you. Everyone’s different"

• Horri...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 28, 2021

"I was taking Femynor before taking Mono-linyah and was fine, however I no longer had insurance so I decided I’d do the online birth control and get it sent to my address. Well the worst thing I did, this birth control is the worst I’ve ever used! I gained 15 pounds since taking it, I have the worst mood swings ever! Please be careful when taking this birth control!"

• Marie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 12, 2022

"I got switched to this brand from Sprintec/Tri-Sprintec and after reading reviews, I was so scared to even start taking it. But Mono-Linyah has been soooo much better than Sprintec, Tri-Sprintec and Estarylla. I used to get nauseous immediately after taking those, had mild headaches, no appetite and NO sex drive at all. Now, after only one month on Mono-Linyah, I feel a whole lot better. I have zero side effects after taking it, no nausea/headaches and my sex drive is finally back. My period is the same as it was when I was on Sprintec, about 3-4 days long. The only downfall I’ve noticed is that my face has a few more small pimples the week of my period but nothing too bad, as they’re very tiny (and could be caused by anything not just the BC). Overall, I’m happy and will continue taking this."

• Garcia
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 23, 2022

"Honestly, in the first two months I did have side effects like nausea, weight gain, and got bad acne, but I knew that my body would get use to it. After that my body went back to normal and my skin cleared up, I wasn’t nauseous anymore and I started loosing weight easily. As for mental health, it never made me get depression or anxiety, but then again, I never had that in the past so maybe that’s why I never developed it. My periods came every month and never got cramps or heavy blood, before I was on the pill my cramps were bad and painful so I’m glad they’re not anymore. Again, all bodies are different but I really like this birth control for me."

• Mag
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2022

"This birth control is the WORST! I started taking it February 3 which was the first day of my period. And I haven't stopped bleeding since. I have a tubal and was only prescribed this medication due to a very thickened endometrium. I consulted with my doctor whom told me to stop taking it for 4 days. I stopped, and I am still bleeding. It's been 3 weeks since I have been bleeding while taking this medication. The bleeding was light at first now that I am not on the pill the bleeding is like a heavy period. I DON'T RECOMMENDED THIS MEDICATION TO ANYONE! I am definitely taking myself off of this and going to something else."

• Mered...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2022

"I’m sure this BC works for some people, but it did not for me. I had the worst nausea of my life, I had to stop taking it. I also had bad headaches, and was so tired from not being able to eat or sleep. I will definitely be switching to a progesterone only BC, this has too much estrogen for me."

• squig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2021

"I’m on my fourth month of Mono Linyah and I have zero side effects now that I’m past the adjustment phase. I was on a pill a couple years ago for a brief time but I felt it was messing with my mood and mental health so I went off it. When I got my new prescription a few months ago, I told my doctor this and she had me try a non-phasic pill instead (Mono Linyah). So far I have zero complaints!"

• Aar
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2021

"I switched my birth control after 5 years from being on the depo shot to taking these pill, I been on the pills for 4 months now and let me tell you it is the most horrible experience ever. I am bleeding heavy every period, and I know the last week is supposed to be my period week but I have periods every other week it seems like. Another symptom I have had is very bad depression. I came to the conclusion that it is because of the birth control pills that is making me depressed. I have never in my life been depressed before if you know me you know I am not like that at all. I cry a lot my cramps are bad, I am every emotional and moody! I don’t recommend and like everyone says everybody’s body is different and I could just be having these side effects because I’m switching after all those years but me personally I don’t recommend this pill. I am going to try a different BC pill and see if I like them better!"

• PEASE...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2021

"I think often times we assume that side effects will not happen, but I began taking this a week prior to my wedding. I am 38, do not smoke and do not have any significant medical history. My health is good and I eat healthy. After a week of taking this, we traveled to Vegas (3 hour plane ride), plus took a drive over to California and back. Throughout all the traveling we made frequent stops, etc...We were on vacation for a week. When I returned home I began experiencing shortness of breath. I ended up in the hospital ICU for three days with many peripheral blood clots in all my lung lobes, but one, and will be on blood thinners indefinitely until I finish my work up with Hematology. I realize everyone is different but just exercise caution and weight your options!!"

• leaf
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 28, 2021

"I took Mono-Linyah for almost a year and a half with no negative side effects. However I wasn't taking it to prevent pregnancy, I was taking it because I experience incredibly painful period cramps for unknown reasons. It helped clear up my acne, stopped my cramps almost completely, and I think it might have helped alleviate some of my general anxiety but that's just my own theory. I stopped taking Mono-Linyah for a few months and when I started taking birth control again they randomly put me on Sprintec which did horrible things to my body. So if you're in a similar situation to me, maybe try Mono-Linyah or ask your gyno about something similar."

• Dooby...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 28, 2021

"I was prescribed Mono-Linyah over a year ago. My periods were generally light, minimally painful, and on average lasted a full week. After starting this pill, my periods are debilitating. The cramping is so severe that I will vomit for the first 2 days and I bleed through super tampons every 3 hours like clockwork. Not one over-the-counter pain medicine, herbal supplement, or home remedy has ever helped relieve the pain or bleeding. Doctor and I ran multiple tests to rule out any reproductive issues, so I know it’s not any underlying condition that is making this worse. I would give this 0/10 if I could."

• Rachel
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 5, 2021

"I was on this for 2 months. I wanted to give it a chance. Immediately upon taking it I was extremely fatigued. I spent most days in bed and was unable to care for my kids. I did bare minimum. Usually I’m bursting with energy and would describe myself at a super mom. I gained over 10 pounds, I constantly looked 4 months pregnant and was extremely bloated. My clothes were tight on me. I was irritable and felt depressed. No libido. My placebo week, instantly I felt great. The dr said I was imagining it. As soon as I started again I felt awful. One week after throwing them away, I lost 5 pounds and my energy has returned. I feel great. It WASN'T all in my head."

• Kb12
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 5, 2022

"This is the third pill I’ve been on and it is definitely NOT my favorite. I will say it has made my face extremely clear, in the 6 months I’ve been on it I’ve had maybe 5 or so pimples. I don’t have acne but normally around my period I’d break out in a few spots, and I have not experienced that. Now, this pill has made me gradually gain weight I’ve gained like 7 pounds but it’s not even about the number on the scale it’s that I feel bloated all the time. I feel like it makes me retain water so much, no matter what I eat. My eating habits have not changed and I’m a pretty active person. Also, the biggest reason I’m getting off of this is because it has made me SO irritable and anxious about a week to week and a half before I started my period, & that isn’t normal for me."

• Disap...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2022

"I took this for 5 months. I had severe cramps, nausea, heavy bleeding (with many blood clots). The symptoms got a little better in 3 months, so I kept taking it. Also, I noticed body hair decreased so that was a plus. However, within the last week, I’ve experienced severe anxiety with racing thoughts to where I have discontinued this pill. My head is foggy and I feel tense, with a general unwell feeling. Hoping this will ease now that my period is here. I let the nurse know and she took me off of it. I know this will effect everyone differently but if I can stop someone from experiencing this than I’ll be happy. I do not recommend. I gave it a 2 because I did not get pregnant and the decrease in body hair growth."

• Cynthia
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 29, 2022

"I’ve bled non-stop for 3 months on Mono-Linyah. I’ve gained a substantial amount of weight (15-20lbs) in the last 3 months despite doing absolutely nothing differently besides taking this medication. The healthcare community can lie and say it’s impossible but if everyone has similar experiences, are we all just delusional? I’m discontinuing use today. I’d rather have a horrible period once a month than bleed for 3 months straight and get fatter, thanks."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 8, 2022

"I started mono-linyah back in January 2020 and I had no problems until around September or October of 2020. I ended up developing gallstones from this birth control and in a matter of a month I was in the emergency room getting my gallbladder removed. Haven’t really taken it since."

• Ive...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 14, 2022

"I’ve been on and off birth control for 10 years. I’ve several pills including Sprintec and the Nuvaring. Sprintec made me gain weight and the mood swings were awful. Nuva ring gave me my period for 3 weeks in a row. I’ve been on mono linyah for almost 3 years. It’s been my favorite thus far even when I decide to cycle on and off if it, my body never rejects it nor do I have weird side effects. I’m grateful this birth control hasn’t caused any adverse reactions. BUT it did take me a few to find a good one that worked with my body and not against it."

• melody
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 1, 2022

"This was the second brand of birth control I've tried after the first one made me feel horrible emotionally. However, this one isn't that much better. It started out fine during the first pack, but then it started making me so nauseous that I woke up to throw up in the middle of the night. This also happened a different night on the second pack. It hasn't happened since, but now I occasionally feel like throwing up or have other pain in my stomach area. The other issue is how much it makes me sweat. Before trying the pill I would have the occasional anxiety sweats, but nothing unmanageable. Now, sweat literally DRIPS down my arms, especially during the placebo week. I can't get my body to a comfortable temperature on my period and it makes an already hard week that much difficult. I don't think this pill works for my body at all, so I will definitely switch. It is very effective though, I will say."

• Missy
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 6, 2021

"I’m satisfied with Mono-Linyah. I have been using it for two years now and it certainly has decreased the length and volume of my periods and made them less painful."

• Apples
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 16, 2020

"Mono-Linyah does its job as far as birth control. However, periods are awful and extremely long and heavy bleeding. Even if you miss a dose, the bleeding is heavy. Would not recommend!"

• Steph...
• August 3, 2017

"I have been on the pill for a month now. I've been experiencing headache's for the past week and been very nauseated. I will disregard the pill until I have a talk with my doctor."

• tee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2019

"This pill is ok. I'm taking it now but I don't like it because my period is usually 5-6 days, but since I started this medication I'm bleeding way to heavy. I'm done taking this medication."

• gabby
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 25, 2020

"I started my period while on the active pills, got the worst cramps and back pain. Experienced blood clots, headaches and became super moody. Would not recommend other than it did what it needed too."

• lola
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 19, 2022

"Mono-Linyah is the best birth control I’ve tried by far. It cleared my acne, helped with pcos pain, caused weight loss."