Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Liz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2019

For Birth Control "My experience so far with Isibloom is the opposite of other users, I find it great. Three months in and I have no complaints. No periods anymore, which is a blessing since, as a hemophiliac, mine are dreadful. As a normally small-breasted woman, I also appreciate the extra cup and a half I've gained in bra size! The only thing I've noticed is an occasional increase in appetite, but so far no noticeable weight gain. No mood changes. All in all, a great experience for me so far!"

• Kit...
• February 8, 2014

For Birth Control "The first thing to remember is that everyone's body will react completely differently to different types of birth control. It all depends on your body. I was on Reclipsen for one year. I'm a pretty upbeat and happy person, but literally, as soon as I started taking Reclipsen, I fell into depression. I hated it. I wasn't myself, I was moody, irritable, I lost confidence, and I was really, really sad, which is not like me at all. I also gained a ton of weight, which didn't help with the whole self-confidence thing. The only good thing I have to say about it is that I didn't get pregnant, and my periods were shorter."

• Sha...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 26, 2017

For Birth Control "A lot of the reviews on here are scary, but I think it must be personal chemistry that decides if this medicine will work for you or not. I've been on it for 2.5 years, and I didn't really have any physical side effects. I maybe had some breast pain when I started it, but cutting down on caffeine cured that. I do have anxiety, but I don't think I can blame this pill for that, it's kind of just my personality. Overall, this pill has just done its job for me."

• Eri...
• November 15, 2014

For Birth Control "I switched to Reclipsen three weeks ago from Ortho-Tri-Cyclen, and my skin has cleared up considerably. I haven't experienced any of the painful cystic acne that I was getting on Ortho-Tri-Cyclen. I haven't experienced any negative side effects from it either. Fingers crossed that it stays that way!"

• Dan...
• December 26, 2016

For Birth Control "I was a bit on the edge to start taking this pill because of how poorly it was reviewed. I'm now a couple of months in, and I have no complaints. My mood has stayed as positive as before, and I have had depression before, but no signs of that came back. My sex drive was pretty high before, and is now the same, or even more now that I don't have to worry about getting pregnant. I haven't gained any bloating, or gained weight, but that could be because I exercise and have a minimal decreased appetite since I've been on the pill. My acne has been clearing up as well. The only weight gain I have noticed is that my breasts grew a whole cup size. Nothing but positive effects from Velivet!"

• Sha...
• November 27, 2010

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I have been taking Apri for the last month and a half, and I like it. I am 19, and this is my first time on birth control, I am using it for PCOS, polycystic ovarian syndrome. I have lost five pounds, and my acne is starting to clear up. The only issues I have are the munchies since I'm trying to lose weight, but I just eat fruit or salad when I get super hungry like that. Hopefully, things stay as great as they are. Wish you all the best of luck."

• Nik...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 31, 2017

For Birth Control "I really don't understand the negativity this birth control has. I started this in July 2016 and have had pretty much a standard experience in terms of taking BC. This isn't the first BC I've been on, but it's definitely the best. I suffer from PMDD, so this BC is a life-saver. No longer am I on the floor in crippling pain, unable to move and/or walk. My periods are a lot lighter, as are the cramps, back, and breast aches associated with it. I don't understand 'this birth control made me gain weight!' It's been proven that birth control isn't the cause of weight gain. I'm still the size I've always been. I did, however, gain two cup sizes, but shopping for cute bras is okay with me. It does its job; unprotected sex with the fiancé and not preggo."

• che...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2019

For Birth Control "A lot of these reviews are bad, but of course, if you have a bad experience with something, you’re going to write about it, and contradicting that, with your good experiences, you will most likely not leave a review. This birth control pill is very tiny and easy to take, and I have been on Isibloom for a month through an online pill subscription, and I have very few side effects. My age is 18, and the only side effect I’ve really only experienced is tender breasts and slight breast size improvement (maybe a cup?). Although I’ve had mood swings and I’m very emotional, getting frustrated and annoyed very easily."

• Ken...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 9, 2018

For Birth Control "I only have 3 weeks on this pill, and I’ve noticed a change in my body. I gained like 7 lbs., and my pants fit so tight. I’m a very active person and go to the gym on a regular basis, so I know it’s not because of my diet or exercise routine. I eat pretty healthy, I give in to cravings here and there, but I know it wouldn’t be to the point of gaining so much weight. I’ve also felt so sleepy, cold temperature-wise, and unmotivated. I took naps after work, which I don’t normally nap. I keep feeling weird tingling sensations on my arm and sometimes leg. I don’t have the same energy as I did. My sex drive is not as high. I’ll still have intercourse but won’t get so turned on."

• Rel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 1, 2020

"I have been taking Isibloom a bit over 30 days only to put my cycle back on track. Will completely stop taking after next month. Pill is okay. Causes nausea. Intercourse is not fun, there's a loss in your sex drive and natural wetness decrease. TMI, lol."

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2020

For Birth Control "I've been on Viorele for about three weeks, and I can tell you that this has definitely caused side effects of a big spike in my anxiety, terrible mood swings, and acne. Did not work for me, hopefully, I can find a brand that works for me."

• MEC...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 9, 2013

For Birth Control "I was prescribed Kariva after another birth control became too expensive. I was afraid to try it out since there were so many negative reviews, but I am happy to say that this is a magical little pill (so far). I have not experienced any weight gain, moodiness, or low libido. My acne cleared up (I'm 27 and have always battled with acne) for the most part. The only drawback is some mild discharge, but nothing to worry about. I LOVE this pill!"

• Bro...
• May 21, 2015

For Birth Control "Overall, I feel that this birth control does a great job. I've been taking it for 3 years to regulate my period and prevent pregnancy without any problems. I've never experienced any of the side effects, or at most they were on such a small scale that I didn't notice them. The only thing I dislike is that I don't usually start my period until 3-4 sugar pills in. I don't know how common this is with other women, but that has been the case for me since I began taking it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 30, 2019

For Birth Control "After 10 months of debilitating night sweats and sleep disturbances, my doctor finally pinpointed it to Apri. Apparently, this is a very common side effect of this medication. It also gave me horrible anxiety. There are plenty of other birth controls out there. Steer clear of this one!"

• TLF...
• May 1, 2016

For Birth Control "I have been on Apri for almost nine months, and it works great for me. I was 135 pounds when I started taking it, and I am now down to only 117 pounds. Also, my period used to be heavy, and I ended up getting it twice a month, but once I started Apri, I now only have it for five days tops, and it is absolutely fine. I used to break out really bad, and my face would get really red, but thanks to Apri, I only get a pimple every now and then, and my face is no longer red. Apri works great for me, I love it."

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

For Birth Control "I was on Isibloom for almost a year. As long as you are within the weight guideline or BMI, it works. I took mine at night around 9 pm so I wouldn't get nauseous. The pills are super small. I didn't have insurance, I got a 3-month supply for only $15.90. They are amazing to work with."

• LC7...
• October 8, 2014

For Birth Control "Reclipsen has worked perfectly for me. It has not made me gain weight, hasn't made me moody, and it controls my period. I haven't gotten pregnant while using it, and I've never worried that I have been pregnant. I would recommend this to anybody that wants to go on the pill."

• Bew...
• June 9, 2015

For Birth Control "Beware this drug! I experienced the most horrendous mood swings and extreme anxiety while on this drug. The side effects took a while to develop, but once they did, it was truly unbearable. I had no idea why my personality was changing so drastically. It was truly terrifying. I wasn't making the connection between this drug and my highly elevated emotions. I told my doctor on a whim about my terrible anxiety/mood swings, and he immediately took me off of Kariva. Within a week, I was feeling back to my normal self. It has now been 4 months off of Kariva, and I have not had one mood swing or case of anxiety. I would never recommend this drug to anyone. As far as I'm concerned, it should be taken off the market permanently."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 10, 2016

For Birth Control "I took this BC for a year. My main reason for taking it was due to recurring ovarian cysts that ruptured every month, and it worked wonders. As an added bonus, it did its job as birth control and without any side effects. I had no weight gain, no acne, no babies, and no cysts. I didn't lose my sex drive. And when I did stop taking it, I was pregnant the second month after. So it didn't affect my fertility, which is a huge thing for me, considering I miscarried after being on Depo for 6 months."

• cta...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 30, 2014

For Birth Control "I've been on Reclipsen for about a month now. This is my first oral contraceptive. I love this birth control. I used to have severe cystic acne, but this stuff keeps my skin so clear. Another thing I love about Reclipsen is that it levels out my mood, and I don't have mood swings like I used to. Also, I've noticed since switching I've been in the 'mood' way more. I did gain 5 pounds, but no complaints here! I am very thin, and the weight has filled out my body! My breasts are so much perkier and larger, which is a plus for me! I also think this made my hair grow. I've had a sudden growth in my hair, and I have done nothing different to it. Only downside is it causes me to lightly bleed."

• cai...
• February 25, 2012

For Birth Control "I went on Kariva because I was told that it helped with acne, along with being an effective birth control method. I've tried several other birth controls (including NuvaRing, Tri-Sprintec, etc.) and had VERY intense side effects from them. I finally happened upon this miracle that evened out my mood swings, gave me a shorter, lighter period, and gave me clearer skin than I've had in 10 years. I have ZERO complaints about this medicine."

• Kay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2013

For Birth Control "Effective at preventing pregnancy. My skin was perfect on this pill. However, I was very tired, moody, and had increased amounts of discharge, which is finally what made my doctor switch me to a new birth control pill. Didn't affect my sex drive though."

• Kat...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 4, 2019

For Birth Control "This pill makes my anxiety spin out of control. I don’t get panic attacks like I do with other pills, but I worry nonstop. I worry about everything from my dogs to getting in a car accident. I will lay awake at night worrying about one thing after another. I always feel a sense of doom. It also makes me feel very tired and almost drugged... it’s hard to get out of bed in the morning. I haven’t gained any weight, I lost a couple pounds but also changed my diet, so not sure if it was the pill or not. My boobs are always extremely sore. It cleared my skin aside from the occasional zit here and there. This isn’t the worst pill I’ve ever taken, but anyone with a predisposition to anxiety should watch it carefully. I get panic attacks on other pills and feel almost on the verge of that with this one."

• jac...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 14, 2013

For Birth Control "I decided to give Apri a 10/10 score because I've been on this pill for 11 months now and had absolutely no issues with it. As for clearing acne, my acne was already starting to fade away before taking the pill, so I haven't had too many issues. I still break out sometimes before my period is due. My boyfriend and I have not used any backup method of birth control, and I haven't gotten pregnant... so I suppose it's doing its job. But of course, I realize we still SHOULD be using a backup method. Before getting on this pill, I used to have horrible cramping and very heavy periods, lasting as long as 10 days. Now I have short, pain-free periods that last usually from Thursday to Saturday (or very light on Sunday when I begin my new pack.)"

• lyl...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 29, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been taking this pill, Isibloom, for about 9 months now. Despite all the negative comments on this medication, it has helped me with my mood swings, acne, painful periods, and painful intercourse. Everybody is different, and everyone can react differently to the pill. I will say though, missing even just one of these pills can increase your chances of pregnancy. So be careful!! I suggest using a period tracker, e.g., Clue. This has helped me see when my next period will start, how long my period will last, AND the most important thing I get from this app is you can input the days you've taken your pill. Then, if you miss a day or take your pill late, it shows you how many days you need to use backup protection during intercourse. Isibloom is an AMAZING pill, and I have barely no side effects!!"