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Ortho Tri-Cyclen for Acne User Reviews (Page 2)

Ortho Tri-Cyclen has an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from a total of 80 reviews for the treatment of Acne. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 30% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Ortho Tri-Cyclen

  • kay
  • January 5, 2017

"This is my very first time taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen, and I love it! I asked my doctor for a good birth control pill that worked with acne, cramps, and periods so she suggested this! At first I thought about switching because my acne got terrible, (worse than ever) and I didn't have a period for 2 months. I gave my body sometime on it and turns out this pill is amazing! I no longer deal with bad acne or acne at all! During my time of month I will get a couple pimples but nothing to dramatic! I'm also using Clinique acne solutions face wash, toner, mosturizer and mask. IF YOU ARE WANTING TO SWITCH PLEASE DON'T. Let your body get used to the pill before you act on it. I am on month 2 and periods last 2-3 days, and I hardly ever get acne!"

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  • Maggie
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • December 23, 2018

"I am on my fourth month on the pill. I’m mainly taking it for acne. I’ve used Xulane before with no improvement on my chin acne. I must say, I’ve always tried to stay away from dairy or sugar but I would always still break out on my chin, and it didn’t matter what day of the month. I always had acne on my chin. Starting off with the pill, I had about 8 painful zits on my chin. I noticed it beginning to clear after the second week. By the time I hit the sugar pills I began breaking out again on my chin and oddly in between my brows. I continued on to the second month, always breaking out during period week. By the third month though, my chin has been clear. I did get 1-2 tiny pimples during the week of my period, but they weren’t painful like how they used to be. I’ve never seen my chin clear in almost 8 years. No weight gain, but I was a bit moody the first month. Can’t tell if that was due to my recent breakup or hormones."

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  • Canad...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • January 27, 2017

"Ortho tri cycles saved my face! I've dealt with cystic acne flare ups for years. I experienced HUGE cysts that would distort my face. I've tried EVERYTHING to rid myself of them (even did a round of accutane 10 years ago) but they persistently return. 7 months ago I switched from Alesse to and it's made an incredible difference. The first 4 months were really rough (I broke out A LOT but noticed the cysts were actually coming to a head and draining for the first time ever). I almost gave up out of frustration but I'm glad I stuck it out. My face has been totally manageable, just the small NORMAL occasional pimple around my period. No weight gain, no mood swings, no adverse effects. Also loving the shorter, lighter, less painful periods"

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  • Anonymous
  • November 30, 2015

"I have delt with acne since I was 15, Throughout high school it was here and there. After high school it got worse and worse. I am now 21 and just finishing my second month on being on Ortho tri-cyclen and my acne has increased since using (which I was told and aware of). I was very hopeful but I'm starting to get discouraged and starting to dread looking at my face everyday. I'm going to continue using it and hope for the best. I really hope this works for me."

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  • Savan...
  • November 21, 2015

"At around 14, I went from beautiful ice white skin to a horrible battle zone on my face. My forehead and chin were covered in severe acne. I tried everything. Murad, proactive you name it. I wouldn't take pics, I was so ashamed. Hard enough bein a teen! Long story short, I researched And found that ortho tri cyclen was affective. I requested it before they were gonna put me on Accutane (noooo!) & within 3 months my skin was CLEAR and still is. I was 17, now I'm 22. Sometimes you have to research for yourself and be your own advocate with doctors. If not, I would of been put on accutane. The first week you will be a little nauseated on the pill, but it goes away and your periods are only 3 days long with no cramps! Life saver"

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  • Ccano
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 24, 2019

"I started taking this pill a little over 3 weeks ago for my acne because since October I’ve been breaking with cystic acne on my chin and around my jawline. I started taking this and the first two weeks my acne got worse and I was nauseous breast was tender and I felt pregnant and I almost gave up. It was very discouraging but I decided to stick it out and my face has cleared up 95%. I’ve had no breaks and I was getting at least 2 bumps a week. I’m not sick anymore and now I’m just trying to get rid of the acne spots. I’ve been on this pill before and it has ALWAYS worked you just have to give it time and make sure to use a face cleanser and make sure to exfoliate a couple of times a week . Out of 10 I give it a 10"

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • March 11, 2016

"I went on the pill for my acne and I have to say that for that IT COULD NOT BE ANY BETTER. I used to have horrible cystic acne and it was constant but after starting the pill my face is consistently clear. The downside, CRAZY moodswings. I literally burst into tears for no reason all the time and I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression which I never had before I started the pill. I can go from having the best day of my life to not moving from bed for two days in an instant and that scares me so I will be choosing not to take the pill anymore as even though I love having clear skin, I dont want to sacrifice my sanity."

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  • Lex
  • January 31, 2016

"I've had issues with acne since around middle school and have literally tried everything from different topical creams to antibiotics. Unfortunately antibiotics were not a safe long term fix so I initially started taking Beyaz and was on that bc for about 4 months. My acne did not improve that significantly so my dermo switched me to Ortho Tricyclen about 3 months ago. I think that you should be aware that your acne will probably get a little worse before it gets better. I had a horrible break out like 2 months in and I got super frustated but now my acne is so much better on my face and chest so I think it's working! I have also been taking spironolactone as well."

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  • Sweet...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 30, 2018

"I'm a 21 yo female always struggled with huge cystic acne breakouts. I'm talking mountains on my chin since I was 16. Tried differin and made it worse, loestrin and brevicon was horrible. The first week on Ortho Tri-cyclen my skin cleared up faster and in the first month I had no breakouts, in my second month and I've had minuscule pimples on my chin which go away quick and aren't noticeable. I workout lot s so no change in weight or boobs and regular periods so far. Super happy and finally experiencing clear skin!"

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  • mcleev
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 23, 2019

"After battling severe acne for around two years, I was prescribed ortho tri-cyclen by my doctor as I was weary of trying accutane (due to the side effects). When I first started this pill (mid June) my face broke out the worst it had ever before. I was so upset and felt so defeated but I continued to take it in hopes that the reviews of it working after a few months were true. Well, two months later my face is the clearest its been in SO long. I finally feel comfortable enough to go out without makeup. I went from have thirty zits covering my face to four-five. And even then, these are calming down. I can't wait to see the results from more months taking the pill. There were some side effects (depression, anxiety, nausea) but they lasted about two weeks and for me were bearable as I would tell myself, "it's just the medicine". I also switched skin care products to VivantSkin which have also worked wonders."

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  • 27 St...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • December 4, 2016

"3rd month, 3rd post I am happy to report that the getting 1-2 pimples every single day, HAS STOPPED! I am so happy. I originally started this pill to get less break outs/nopregnancy. I went from getting 2-3 pimples before my cycle break out to getting 2-3 EVERY day the moment I started this pill. Has been very difficult, but accepted that the pill is a shock to your syndrome and it takes months for your body to adjust, to just stick it out. I am on my 2nd wk of month 3 and I have only gotten ONE new pimple. All the red marks left on my face from the constant breakouts, are almost completely gone. Not to mention, I have always considered myself very emotionally aware/stable, but this pill has mellowed me out to a whole new level. Love it!"

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  • maddie
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • May 1, 2019

"Ortho Tri-Cyclen did wonders for my severe acne! Although it took about 6 months to fully clear up. Just be patient before you decide it doesn’t work. Unrelated to acne, it gave me way lighter periods."

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  • Lea
  • June 15, 2017

"I switched to ortho tri cyclen from seasonique because I started getting acne. This completely cleared up my skin in a matter of weeks. However I ended up with break through bleeding for 2 weeks followed by a heavy period with painful cramps during the placebo week. It also got me extremely nauseous and dizzy. I'd rather have a little acne than have to deal with those side effects."

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  • Melissa
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 17, 2016

"I switched from Yasmin to tri-cyclen because my acne was so bad. I'm 26 years old and have been on some type of birth control since I was 18. I have had the worst experience of my life being on tri-cyclen. I was on it for a few months until I started to have very severe panic attacks. I didn't know what it was until after a few months of going through this hell I stopped the pills. As soon as I stopped them I haven't had a bad panic attack like that since and it's been 8 months."

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  • 56482...
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • December 1, 2016

"Took this for a year with no problems or side effects. It was amazing. I stopped taking any form of birth control for about two years. I took this again for a year and that's where all the problems came from. I started breaking out more and more each month. I had a rash along my hairline, my jawline, my back, my cheeks. It was terrible. It clears up a little during the "fake" pills week, but it's the worst acne I've ever had. I stopped taking it for 2 months and my face cleared up, so I knew it was the pill. I'm looking to switch to something new asap."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • October 1, 2018

"I went on this BC because I was previously taking Lolo estrin since that one made me feel like I was pregnant EVERYDAY. I have pretty acne prone skin but nothing horrible mainly my forehead but my cheeks were typically pretty clear with the exception of a few pimples every so often. Well when I got off Lolo I wanted something that could prevent pregnancy and clear up my skin .... NOPE NOPE NOPE. This BC broke me out in places I NEVER had issues with before! Now I thought it was my body adjusting so I gave it 6-7 months and still nothing! Broke me out so bad, constant red inflamed skin it was horrible and I was miserable and for my wedding day my skin was so bad. As soon as I got off it my skin cleared up a bit but it just hasn’t been the same since taking Ortho tri cyclen. Everyone is different but just didn’t work for me."

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  • Grace
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • August 23, 2018

"I went on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for acne after trying everything in the book to try and clear my skin. I absolutely love the outcome of being on the Ortho! My skin has never been this clear and I am incredibly happy with my results!"

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  • Moder...
  • March 30, 2016

"This is my 3rd week on this bc pill! So far I've been quite moody but nothing that has gotten out of control. I've cried for no reason but I'm naturally an emotional person so this doesn't surprise me haha. No weight gain, some headaches and fatigue but nothing intolerable. I had to take Tylenol like 2 or 3 times and every thing was fine. HOWEVER, I am have a mini cystc constellation on one side of my chin :( hoping this will be better and wont happen again. I also got a random cyst on my fore head. I normally only break out on my cheeks."

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  • 27 St...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 14, 2016

"I am only on my 3rd week and I have gotten 2-3 pimples the week of my cycle since I was 13 with maybe a few more throughout the week if I was stressed. My acne has gotten very consistent, which I understand to be a normal response until your body adjusts to the hormones. I also understand that everyone react differently, but this BC is used a lot for treating acne and is my first time using BC. This has severely discouraged my confidence, Im contemplating misses an important baby shower just to avoid people. I get a new pimple every single day, luckily each one is gone within two days, but my chin and for head are just rough, I'm just not used to not feeling confident. I sure hope it improves, or I will stop using all together."

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  • sarah
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 28, 2016

"Im 14 year old girl & I'm on ortho tri cyclen (which is basically the same thing just cheaper) it's been 2 months & it's been the same.. hasn't gotten any better. I have tiny little pimples on my forehead WHICH HAS NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE. And more breakouts on my cheeks. But I haven't gave the medication enough time, I'm gonna give it 1-2 more months like people/Doctor are saying & report back.!! Side note: drink a lot of water, workout, eat healthy, sleep well, and change pillow cases. Don't touch face, stick to a routine, don't put 10000 products on your face, try not to stress, and smile more. ( if you already do all of the above then your acne is hormonal and its out of control like mine.. Which is why I started taking birth control"

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  • em1999
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • July 8, 2019

"This birth control Ortho Tri-Cyclen helped me clear up my acne soo much, I had moderate-severe acne everywhere all throughout high school and I noticed this pill really helped clear it up in about 4-5 months. I finally had clear skin, I never had any breakouts until I switched to a different bc, I'm planning to get back on ortho asap."

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  • Kim
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • April 19, 2019

"I was using the Kyleena IUD for a year and I would constantly have acne my skin was terrible. So I switched to Ortho Tri Cyclen (the generic brand) and I couldn’t be happier! My skin has cleared up in 5 weeks. I do get nauseous in the mornings & my mood was a little up and down in the beginning nothing crazy, So overall I definitely recommend!"

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  • Molli...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • October 6, 2018

"I was previously on trinessa prescribed by my dermatologist as my acne wasn’t fully cleared up. I just had a couple bumps on my face nothing crazy. The bad thing about trinessa for me was that I was hormonal and depressed and I was always tired. I hated it then I went to my gynecologist and she switched me to orthocyclen and so far I’ve noticed that my mood swings and fatigue improve drastically, but as far as acne goes it hasn’t changed much. I’ve only been on it for three weeks the right side of my face is completely clear but the left side has a slight break out but that is the side I sleep on so that might have something to do with it. So far I’m not too upset at the results but I’m only three weeks in so I will be sure to keep everyone updated!"

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  • Mich
  • November 29, 2016

"I'm sure i'll have a different opinion on the pill months from now but so far I've been taking Ortho Tri Cyclen just over a month. My dermatogolist perscribed this to me for my acne. I've never had any problems with my skin until I was 23 (my age now). Since September, my left cheek was the worst I've seen! Cystic acne all in one cluster but nowhere else! The weirdest thing. My doctor also prescribed me Minocycline to help with the acne and regulate my hormores (with b/c). So far, all the cysts have gone down and are now flat but I am left with acne spots. I really hope they do not scar. I've also been putting on tretinon cream to help with inflammation and scars. Does anyone have any suggestions on acne spots/lightening treatment? Thx!"

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  • Lille...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • September 4, 2016

"Gave me cystic acne and it was so frustrating because it is suppose to help with acne. I usually get one or 2 regular white heads that go away in like 2 days but this one gave me horrible acne that wouldn't completly heal in like 2 weeks. If you want something that help if you're having this problem go on the patch (Xulane) it made my skin so nice and my boobs grew a full cup size lol! :) no lie"

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