Also known as: Cryselle, Elinest, Lo/Ovral, Lo/Ovral-28, Low-Ogestrel-21, Low-Ogestrel-28, Ogestrel, Ogestrel-28, Ovral, Ovral-28
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Lo/Ovral-28 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel): ive gone thru about 15 different types of bcp's all with neg results from being a bitch 24/7, being depressed, sore breasts, skin discolor, weight gain, uti's, u name it its happened. this is the only one ive taken that has not had any effect on me physically, emotionally, or even persona wise. i love it and have been on it for 2yrs with no problem. i would recommend it to someone whos had as picky as a body as i do.
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Lo/Ovral (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have tried a few types of birth control pills before this, but Lo/Ovral has been very effective as far as period control is concerned. I usually skip the week of placebos and jump straight into the next pack to avoid having periods altogether, and this is the only birth control pill that doesn't cause breakthrough bleeding as a result. It has been an effective contraceptive.
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Low-Ogestrel-21 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have tried several different birth controls. They all gave me major mood swings. This birth control is the first one that I have been able to take successfully.
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ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: I've been on many birth control pills as I am 35 years old. I had the least side effects with this one. No mood swings, no break through bleeding, and no nausea. My doctor told me that this brand is no longer available. I hope this is not true. I am researching now.
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Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: My face is a little blochy, red, oily and I am breaking out pretty badly now, since I started taking this birth control.
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Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: This pill has done nothing but cause me problems. My skin is oily, I have really bad mood swings, I have gained 6 pounds and I'm constantly crying over any little thing. I find a reason to argue with my boyfriend over ANYTHING. I'm seriously thinking about stopping the pill.
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Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have been on Lo/Ovral since I was 18. I was taking the other generic, Low-Ogestrel, up until last month. The pharmacy switched generics. Ever since I started taking the Cryselle I have cramps constantly and always feel bloated.
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Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have been taking this for 3 months. My doctor said I could take it and skip the last row of pills in the 1st 2 packs so that I will only have a period every 3 months. I can tell you that has not been the case. I have been spotting irregularly ever since I started taking it. Sometimes it's for 3-4 day sometimes it seems like it is for 2-3 weeks on and off. Sometimes it's heavier than normal. I am asking to be changed to something else.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel): I like this pill a lot. Before this I tried the shot and it was terrible. My face is clear, my boobs have grown and for some reason my tummy is flatter. I will continue to take it.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel): I really like this pill. At first I noticed my skin become more oily, but then that went away. I have had no other problems so far and it works really well for me. My skin has actually cleared up more. I have not gained weight and my periods are now regular and lighter. But what might work on me might now work on others.
Lo/Ovral-28 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: Before I got on the pill, my cramps used to be horrible. I started the pill a year ago and haven't had any cramps since. I love it and don't plan on getting off until I'm ready to have kids.
Low-Ogestrel-28 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: Been on this pill going on two and a half years now, no problems so far. I have rarely had bad cramps and I have had no issues with spotting to date. Overall, a gentle but highly effective pill.
Low-Ogestrel-28 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: Been on this pill for about 6 months. Went on it for two reasons:
1) Irregular/missed periods
2) Contraception Purposes
It has been very effective in regulating my periods. I get them on the third placebo pill, every month, like clockwork. They use to be horribly painful, and I now only get occasional moderate or light cramping, with much lighter and shorter periods (3-4 days).
So far so good as a contraceptive. I am in a monogamous relationship, and therefore this is my only means of protection. The only issue I've had is that it caused some nausea, particularly when I haven't been RIGHT on time with it (few hours late or something). Overall, a very good pill.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: Since starting this brand of birth control two years ago I have gained forty pounds. During the two years I exercised thirty minutes a day seven days a week. Despite the weight gain this pill worked very well for me and I never had any other problems.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have been taking this birth control for 5 months now! And ever since I started taking this birth control I have gotten an odd abnormal redness to my face, Gained 15 pounds, and haven't had anything but spotting for the last 4 months.
Low-Ogestrel-28 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have been on this pill for a year now and I noticed my skin is getting progressively worse. I never had bad skin before and now even on Proactive it's bad! I also have very dry eyes from the pill. My Doctor even put punctual plugs in my tear ducts and my eyes are still dry. I also noticed that it makes me sweat a lot more than I normally do.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have had the worst experience with this pill. My face, chest, and back are CONSTANTLY breaking out. I've never had this problem until my doctor switched me to Cryselle.
Cryselle (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I have had a fantastic experience with Cryselle. I take the pill before I go to bed every night, and have never had a side effect. I have been on Cryselle for 26 months, and have never gotten pregnant. Prior to taking Cryselle, my cycle was random and rarely hit at the same time each month, but since being on the birth control, my cycle is constant. I highly recommend this birth control.
Low-Ogestrel-21 (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: It is the only medication that controls my period. I am 50 years young and my period should have stopped. After trying many things I am taking this even though I can no longer have children. I have been on it for a year and have gained some weight but I don't know if that is the pill. I exercise regularly and eat healthy. I would recommend anyone to try it.
Lo/Ovral (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I felt very nauseous the whole time, and suffered from a hyper sensitivity to smells which only compounded the problem. It happened from the very first day that I took the birth control and lasted a few days after I quit.
Lo/Ovral (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: Unfortunately, this Birth Control pill gave me the worst headaches! I think I had at least 2 per week. Some were migraines. I was also more emotional but the headaches were the reason I stopped using this. No weight gain or acne.
Lo/Ovral (ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel) for Birth Control: I've been on this pill for 10 years now and it's been great up until about a year ago. I'm 33 year old now and have experianced depression and angry mood swings a week prior to my period. 1 week after my period I experiance increased libido, 2 weeks after I break out, then the cycle repeats all over again. I have never had acne, not even as a teen. I believe that my hormones are just changing due to aging and I will speak to my doctor about slightly increasing my estrogen level through a different pill.
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