Yasmin and Sexual Dysfunction: What Users Say (Page 2)

• mim...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 17, 2021

For Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder "I've been on Yasmin for around 2 years now, and it has been such a lifesaver. Before this, I had PMDD and would only have 1 good week in the month, the rest of the time, I would be angry, irritable, and sad to the point of having major depressive episodes that really affected my relationships with people. I've noticed cumulative improvements with this pill, and now I'm much more stable and happy. I take mine back to back, so I have a period once every 3 months, and this works great for me! Things I've noticed: Good stuff: -No acne anymore -My boobs grew -Period cramps reduced (but mine were debilitating, so they are still painful) -Shorter periods Bad stuff: -Vaginal dryness -Lowered sex drive -Increased susceptibility to yeast infections"

• Lis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 12, 2018

For Birth Control "I started taking Yasmin about 6 months ago, and at the start, the only negative side effect I noticed was my skin broke out for about a month before completely clearing up. I didn’t have weight gain other than going up a bra size - so physically it looked like everything was great. HOWEVER, I have been extremely emotional, crying all the time over the smallest things, which is unlike me, and I find it hard to get in positive spirits once the mood swing hits. The most surprising side effect (which I didn’t link to the pill until recently) is my sex drive is almost non-existent, and when I do have sex, it hurts incredibly due to dryness. I am 25 and have never had this issue before, and due to the timing of it, I am confident that it is Yasmin causing these problems."

• Sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2018

For Birth Control "I changed from Yasminelle to Yasmin because of some spotting I was having, and after 5 days of being on Yasmin, I started to get extremely anxious and guilty feelings over small things. I knew straight away that it was the pill, so after about a week, I switched back to my old pill, and after a week, I felt back to normal again. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who already suffers from mild anxiety like I do myself, as it amplifies it to an unbearable level. I guess it does work as a contraceptive, but it decreased my libido so much that I didn't have sex once while I was on it. It did make my skin clear up nicely, but I'd honestly rather have a few spots over feeling awful about myself."

• Moo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 29, 2017

For Birth Control "I am 23 years old, and I took Yasmin as a form of birth control for 4 months. It caused me vaginal dryness, low sex drive, and pain during intercourse. In the beginning, I didn't make the connection, but the longer I took it, the worse my symptoms were. I didn't have any weight gain or mood swings, though, but overall, not a pleasant experience. I stopped it for a while now and noticed a lot of improvement."

• Moo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 29, 2017

For Birth Control "I am 23 years old, and I took Yasmin as a form of birth control for 4 months. It caused me vaginal dryness, low sex drive, and pain during intercourse. In the beginning, I didn't make the connection, but the longer I took it, the worse my symptoms were. I didn't have any weight gain or mood swings, though, but overall, not a pleasant experience. I stopped it for a while now and noticed a lot of improvement."

• 123...
• July 5, 2021

For Birth Control "Was fine for the first month, but started to notice my anxiety was worse, boobs grew (not completely a bad thing), gained about 10 lbs, no sex drive, and felt ill and awful about myself all the time. Do not recommend Yasmin for younger girls, especially in their late teens/early 20s. Have not felt like myself since, have found it’s made me more stressed and anxious 24/7. Took my last pill Saturday and am not taking the next pack, not worth all the side effects."

• Bec...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 18, 2017

For Birth Control "I've recently come off Yasmin due to reading about the increased risk of blood clots. However, I was on it for a number of years and had an OK experience with it. The positives were I had no headaches (I had excruciating migraines with Marvelon), and my skin was perfect - only the occasional spot before my period, similar to what it was like on Diannette. However, the bad side effects for me were weight gain, I put on roughly half a stone, which no matter what I couldn't shift, and I was tired all the time. I also had zero sex drive. I'd recommend trying Yasmin if you're concerned about acne, and particularly if you're looking to come off Diannette. However, as I say, it's not perfect, and everyone reacts differently."

• Kan...
• August 18, 2016

For Acne "I had horrible side effects of these pills: nausea, feeling depressed, low sex drive, vaginal dryness, feeling bloated, cravings, long period (3 weeks). I did not feel like myself at all. I was very down. My mind felt foggy. But the worst of all was my skin. Oh my goodness. It got so many times worse! I got huge red cystic bumps. They were so bad I did not want to go to work, and people would comment on my skin. I could not continue and decided to quit just after two months! I kid you not - my skin got better as soon as I stopped taking these! I have barely had a pimple since. I'm so sad that I started with Yasmin as I have horrible scars now. The effect, though, is very individual and I hope you have a much better experience than me!"

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2018

For Birth Control "Honestly, haven’t been taking it long, just about two weeks, but I have already noticed that it’s lowering my sex drive, making me drier than usual, and also I believe it is starting a yeast infection."

• Joe...
• January 11, 2018

"I’ve just started taking this about 8 days ago. On my 2nd-3rd day, I had bad nausea in the middle of the night. And then the symptoms went off. But I do notice that I’ve been feeling very depressed for the past week. On my 8th day, I noticed bloating on my tummy. After reading all the reviews, where the majority claimed that it causes depression/mood swings, I think I’m gonna stop it before the other symptoms, like losing hair/loss of sex drive, start appearing as well. Glad I read the comments by everyone."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2018

For Birth Control "It's the first time writing in a forum, but I can't be in silence now! I was on these tablets for six months. I didn't realize that panic attacks, dizziness, anxiety, and tears for little things were because of BC pills! My skin was brilliant, really! But it wasn't worth it - weakness and numbness of legs, arms, coordination problems, decreased libido, problems with digestion, emotional instability, depression! Be careful!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 30, 2021

For Birth Control "It’s disgusting that this pill is allowed to be given to girls. The side effects are a list as long as your arm, and half of them aren’t even on the leaflet. I have felt like I have been losing my mind. I genuinely have been worrying about being sectioned because of the insane mood swings, fits of rage, depression, anxiety, all destroying my relationships. Hair loss - my hair is almost gone, so brittle and so thin, and comes out by the shedloads in the shower. Also, brittle nails - they’ve just been snapping off completely, so I’ve had to wear plasters because it hurts so much. Had a blood test to see if I’m deficient in anything, but of course I’m not. Confusion and grogginess - my work life has taken a massive hit because I’ve felt so dopey, forgetful, and tired. Weight gain - a ridiculous amount. Sex drive - completely gone. This is the worst pill I’ve ever been on. Yes, your skin gets quite clear, but this is NOT worth ruining your life for!!"

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 3, 2021

For Birth Control "I was on Cerazette (Pop Pill), and I loved it, but my doctor changed me to Yazmin, as she said my spotting and irregular periods were due to a lack of estrogen. She said to take it for 3-6 months to regulate it again. I was only on Yazmin 6 weeks, and it had ruined me. I often suffered with my mental health, and I presumed it was bad until I started this pill. All I have done is cry and snap at my boyfriend and family. I have no sex drive and no desire to have sex, which is not like me, my anxiety is through the roof, and I've never been so depressed. I've been removed from it already. My migraines are back. They went while I was on Cerazette, but I can honestly say that I thought I knew depression until now. Constant intrusive and dark thoughts and a lack of motivation. I'm only 23... I shouldn't be this miserable. Do not take this pill!!! It is horrible."

• Eir...
• July 18, 2016

For Acne "I went on Yasmin to get better skin for an upcoming event. It was the worst decision I could've made! My skin has never been this bad! My chin is full of cystic acne. Big and red, and they leave terrible scars. I have now been taking them for 2 months, and it only seems to be getting worse. I also have gotten some on my back, which I normally don't. Also, I have had my period now for 2 weeks, with terrible cramps every day! Usually, I only have it for a day or two. I feel a decrease in sex drive and have felt low since I started taking Yasmin. So far, these pills have only been bad for me, but I do believe and hope that the side effects will wear off as I continue using them! Hopefully, this is just a horrible transition phase."

• Lis...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 13, 2016

For Birth Control "First pill I tried. It didn't really give me noticeable side effects, but not many benefits besides no pregnancy. It didn't decrease cramps by much. I still got wicked headaches that would make me nauseous, and it decreased my sex drive. Overall, when I stopped taking it, I felt like I had come out of a fog, as if the pill had been dulling senses beyond just my sex drive. Happier to be on Sprintec now."

• Ste...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 6, 2019

For Birth Control "I'm 30 and on Yasmin for acne. Since being on it, I'm feeling depressed, have a low sex drive, mood swings, etc. Still have the same acne after 6 months. Quitting tomorrow, can't take the depression any longer. I was experiencing anxiety before Yasmin, but we found out the root of my issue was vitamin imbalances. Yasmin has taken me in the complete opposite direction. I'm done with it. I had been off birth control for 3 years and will never go back again."

• Unh...
• December 24, 2016

For Birth Control "Going on Yasmin was absolutely horrible. I only lasted a week because it made me feel horribly depressed. I felt like crying all the time and just wanted to lie down and stare at the wall. It also made me nauseous all the time. Within a couple of days, I had multiple large zits, and I usually have minimal acne. It also killed my libido. After I stopped the pill, I had two separate periods within a week of each other, and it messed with my hormones so much that I cried every day for a month straight. I will never take this Yasmin ever again."

• Ase...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 3, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been on Yasmin for 11 months. I switched this year because on Yaz (5 years on it) I was spotting fairly regularly (more in the last 1.5-2 years). So we decided to try this one because it was the next closest to Yaz (just higher estrogen), and I did not do well on Mirena (18 months on it, and I got awful cystic acne along my jawline, I was losing my hair, and getting body hair in weird places lol. I'm not a hairy person, nor do I have acne problems). I love Yasmin, it stopped my spotting, but my sex drive is basically non-existent. My skin is fine, I didn't have any strange side effects other than the decreased libido. It isn't one pill fits all. Don't let the negative reviews scare you, talk to your doctor and pharmacist about what's best for you."

• Eir...
• July 18, 2016

For Acne "I went on Yasmin to get better skin for an upcoming event. It was the worst decision I could've made! My skin has never been this bad! My chin is full of cystic acne. Big and red, and they leave terrible scars. I have now been taking them for 2 months, and it only seems to be getting worse. I also have gotten some on my back, which I normally don't. Also, I have had my period now for 2 weeks with terrible cramps every day!! Usually, I only have it for a day or two. I feel a decrease in sex drive and have felt low since I started taking Yasmin. So far, these pills have only been bad for me, but I do believe and hope that the side effects will linger off as I continue using them! Hopefully, this is just a horrible transition phase."

• Xxv...
• August 28, 2017

For Acne "I would only recommend this for hormonal cystic acne, it did nothing for my blackheads and closed comedones, and after one year, I stopped taking it. There were a few side effects, especially lowered libido, but nothing scary."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 18, 2018

For Birth Control "It's the first time writing in a forum, but I can't be in silence now! I was on these tablets for six months. I didn't realize that the panic attacks, dizziness, anxiety, and tears for little things were because of the BC pills! My skin was brilliant, really! But it wasn't worth it for decreased libido, emotional instability, and depression!"

• cha...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 16, 2017

For Birth Control "I am 22, and I've been taking Yasmin for almost a year, and it's pretty much okay. My skin is clear, and cramps and PMS are a lot better than before. Side effects, though, are weight gain (around 13 lbs), along with bigger boobs and everything, which is really not great. Also, I have zero sex drive, which is making me feel bad. I am thinking about switching to a lower dosage pill, but I'm not sure about other pills because I have migraines, and I'm worried it'll get worse (Yasmin didn't really affect it)."

• mim...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 10, 2021

For Birth Control "Been on it for approximately 10 years. I had no crazy side effects. Maybe a bit of weight gain, libido loss. It took away the minimal acne I did have. One thing I have been noticing, maybe the last couple of years, is terrible migraines on the placebo week. Like constant, will not go away with 6 (spread throughout the day) Advil/Tylenol/Excedrin. Because of this, I am considering getting off of it and giving my body a break. But all in all, I wouldn't say this birth control was terrible."

• Mcf...
• December 10, 2017

For Birth Control "I’ve been taking Yasmin for 6 years now and have had no issues! I switched to a cheaper brand that was similar to Yasmin for a couple of months, and I started to get multiple bladder infections, so I switched back to Yasmin. Still no problems other than decreased libido."

• Bet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 18, 2015

For Birth Control "I went on Yasmin when I was 16. I hated it, the worst thing that I could have done. I was extremely depressed, irritated, bloated, gained 10 lbs, sleepy, no sex drive. I would have rather had a baby and 9 months of normal than go through that kind of depression. We used condoms ever since stopping, and now we are healthy, happy, and married with 2 kids. To this day, still on no hormonal BC."