Vestura and Bleeding: What Users Say

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2021

For Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder "I am a 39-year-old woman. I started taking Vestura five weeks ago to help with extreme mood swings during PMS. It's been 10 years since I last used birth control pills. I skipped the placebo pills and went into the next pack of active pills as advised by my doctor, but a week into the new pack I experienced medium-to-heavy breakthrough bleeding, cramps, nausea, and emotional distress, including crying spells and passive suicidal thoughts. I do have a history of anxiety and depression, but I'm concerned about continuing to take this pill if there's a possibility it's bringing on these intense emotions. I've decided to stop taking it rather than 'wait it out' another few months."

• Ano...
• October 10, 2019

For Acne "I had terrible cystic acne in my 20s, and my OBGYN recommended starting on the YAZ combination pill. This was my first experience on BC pills ever. My insurance covered only generics, so I began on VESTURA. Tbh, the first 2 months on this pill were BAD. It cleared my acne, but it also caused me to have a regular period for 60 days. The constant bleeding caused extra fatigue, and depression followed due to the lack of energy. I voiced my concerns to my OBGYN, but she pressed me to continue the pill into the 3rd month and report back. I'm glad I did stay on it. Literally, on the start of the third pack (3rd month), the bleeding stopped. I had been on the pill for 2 years and never had any bad side effects. Some light bloating at times, but nothing else. Periods were always on time, with light to no cramps. Emotions felt more balanced. And effectively, no cystic acne, which was a relief."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2023

For Birth Control "I just got switched to Vestura 3 months ago after being on a different birth control for 4.5 years. I had to switch because my health insurance no longer covered a single penny of my birth control. The only benefit of Vestura is that it is 100% covered. However, since starting this medication 3 months ago, I have gained 10 pounds, I have debilitating migraines every day, I am constantly nauseous, I have acne worse than a prepubescent teenager, and I have hardly stopped bleeding since being on it. I have an extremely severe case of PCOS, so switching to a generic birth control like Vestura was definitely not a good idea."

• Ber...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2018

For Birth Control "Was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for four months, which gave me unbearable cystic acne that I've never experienced before. My cheeks/jawline became 80% swollen, red, and covered in painful acne. But now, after two weeks, Vestura has cleared my skin, just waiting for these terrible red marks to fade. My breasts have gotten smaller, which is a bummer, but so far, so good. No bloating or breakthrough bleeding! Everyone is different, so it's worth trying, even if something has been reviewed or didn't work for some people."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 4, 2023

For Birth Control "I started taking Vestura 2 years ago. I want to share my experience because it was definitely a challenge in the beginning. My GYN put me on this for acne, and it did wonders. It did take about 6 months to 1 year to fully clear due to scarring left over, but I’m so confident and happy with the results. Now, the one downside I have on this pill is the bleeding. When I first started it, I bled for about 3 months-spotting mostly, but a tampon was needed. I almost switched because of it. But, with patience, it started working perfectly. The only thing is if I miss one pill or take it 3 hours late, I’ll be spotting the next day immediately. Definitely sucks, but it helps me take it consistently knowing if I don’t I’ll be bleeding until my next pack. Overall, I do love Vestura because it boosted my confidence, and other than spotting I’ve had no other bad side effects."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 3, 2017

For Menstrual Disorders "I got switched to this from Yaz. The worst month of my life. Terrible mood swings, anxiety, not to mention I bled through the entire pack. I don't recommend this to anyone."