Aviane and Bleeding: What Users Say

• KD2...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2022

For Birth Control "I have had a great experience with this medication so far. I started Aviane (Levonorgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol 0.1mg/0.02mg) a little over a month ago. I was prescribed by a telehealth care provider and was initially very skeptical because of all of the negative reviews here, but so far so good! I did get bloated the first 2-3 weeks and gained like 4 lbs in water weight, but I drank lots of water and ate clean and exercised regularly; now I am at my normal weight again. The first week I started, I did get some headaches, but nothing too bad. During the placebo week, I decided to skip the placebo pills and move on to my next pack to skip my period, but I started bleeding anyway and bled for about 10 days. I know that breakthrough bleeding is one of the side effects, so I was not too alarmed. My sex drive has been way better and my mood swings have kind of settled down. Please do not let these reviews scare you; try it for yourself. Each body is unique and reacts differently."

• Anonymous
• June 10, 2010

For Birth Control "I have been on many different birth controls, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Yaz, Yasmin, Mercette, and this is by far the best. Initially when you start it, the first few months you may experience breakthrough bleeding, but this stops by month three. I usually take it around the same time every day, which prevents spotting. It has cleared up my skin for the most part, besides that occasional pimple before my period. My mood swings are the best on this pill, and there is absolutely no weight gain or off-balance of hormones where you feel the side effects of taking hormones. I recommend this birth control to anyone, but just be patient with the adjustment it takes to get acclimated to your body."

• rai...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 3, 2013

For Endometriosis "I suffered from endometriosis for 5 years or more. I was in my early 20s when I began to be unable to so much as get up from the bed. I was sick to my stomach all the time and in constant pain. I was prescribed a great deal of pain medicines and shots. I went to a different hospital one night, and they got me into surgery a week later or so. I found out mine was stage 4 (my organs were attached to the left side of my body, squeezing my organs with the scar tissue). The surgery took hours. Then I got a Lupron shot for 7 months and then was put on Aviane. I had a little breakthrough bleeding at first, but the massive pain stopped after I was on the Aviane and Lupron treatment path. Aviane is great, but it must be taken at the same time every day. Thanks."

• Anonymous
• April 1, 2010

For Birth Control "After being on Ortho-Tri-Cyclen, which gave me every possible bad symptom in the world, I asked my Ob/Gyn to put me on Aviane after reading some good things about it. Aviane has been a godsend. I have been on it for about a month now. No/very little weight gain. Hardly any mood swings (nothing abnormal from when I have my period). No breakthrough bleeding and no acne. I am on day 2 of my period now, and it even seems a lot lighter than it normally was. Aviane is amazing!"

• Kan...
• October 23, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I am on my 2nd pack of Aviane and will be starting on the sugar pills tonight. I love this pill! I do not have as many side effects as I used to have with other pills. I had a few headaches and some nausea in my first month of using this, but those are gone now. No breast tenderness, no noticeable weight gain, although I have an increased appetite, but I try to balance it with a healthy diet and exercise at least 3 times a week. My previous one (Sprintec) caused me to spot, and I was having a period for 3 weeks straight. On Aviane, I have no spotting, and my periods last for only 7 days and are light. I used to have really heavy bleeding, which caused my iron levels to be depleted. I develop pimples here and there, but they are manageable. I do not have any mood swings on this pill, and that is just wonderful. I just feel happy every day! Aviane is a game changer for me, and I am so glad that I found it :)"

• Lin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2019

For Birth Control "At 35, I have tried many BC pills out there. I post reviews, good or bad, to let people know of possible benefits or side effects. Low dose levonorgestrel has been the best pill for me. Always the least side effects. Inactive ingredients played a part in how each brand affected me as far as spotting or not. I was switched back to this type of pill after 3 weeks of straight bleeding on a minipill that only got heavier. This pill slowed a lot of the bleeding, but I still have some light spotting. The nurse said once I have that 7-day withdrawal bleed, I shouldn't spot any longer on active pills next month. She most likely is right because any pill I have ever used that has less than 7 placebos or is designed to eventually stop my period, my body retaliates and I get breakthrough bleeding until I switch over to a brand with 7 placebos. Hope this helps any of you ladies having BC pill issues."

• Lin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2019

For Birth Control "At 35, I have tried many BC pills out there. I post reviews, good or bad, to let people know of possible benefits or side effects. Low dose levonorgestrel has been the best pill for me. Always the least side effects. Inactive ingredients played a part in how each brand affected me as far as spotting or not. I was switched back to this type of pill after 3 weeks of straight bleeding on a minipill that only got heavier. This pill slowed a lot of the bleeding, but I still have some light spotting. The nurse said once I have that 7-day withdrawal bleed, I shouldn't spot any longer on active pills next month. She most likely is right because any pill I have ever used that has less than 7 placebos or is designed to eventually stop my period, my body retaliates and I get breakthrough bleeding until I switch over to a brand with 7 placebos. Hope this helps any of you ladies having BC pill issues."

• lal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 5, 2018

For Birth Control "Aviane is the BEST birth control pill I've tried, don't let the bad reviews scare you! I've been on so many: Microgestin, Azurette, Apri, Trinessa, and Tri-Lo-Sprintec, to name a few. I've had side effects with all of those. I had things like breakouts, bloating, insomnia, constipation, mood changes, breakthrough bleeding, so I was nervous to start this. I have not had a single side effect on Aviane! I was worried about maybe having breakouts since I have sensitive skin and was previously on Accutane, but my skin has been smooth and clearer than ever since starting! No bleeding, bloating, or mood changes. I wish I had started it sooner. And my doctor said it's a great low-dose pill. If you have tried them all and lost hope of finding a good pill, try this one, trust me!!!"

• Sam...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 29, 2014

For Birth Control "I have been on this birth control regularly for almost a year now. I am very sensitive to the hormones and experienced extreme sickness, I mean to the point I was throwing up every morning and on the verge of passing out, no matter what I tried to prevent it. I learned that taking it in the morning solved this problem. Negative side effects are that I have a huge appetite (thankfully a high metabolism), constant headaches, worse PMS, no motivation, tiredness, irrational mood swings, and last week I noticed breakthrough bleeding and cramps halfway through the pack. But all in all, my periods are short and I'm not pregnant yet! Remember, every woman is different."

• Hal...
• April 26, 2021

For Birth Control "Worst medication. It did what it was supposed to, but the side effects aren’t worth preventing pregnancy. It was okay, but I bled for the first month. Then my skin broke out, then was fine after the first month. Then the severe water retention and weight gain happened. Started at 120 lb and am 170 lb now. The premenstrual symptoms were insane. Like I had mood swings, anxiety, and depression. I’m a year in and have had serious suicidal thoughts. I never had mental health issues prior to this medication. Out of the whole month, I only felt mentally stable one week. That’s so crazy. Please don’t take them. Your mental health isn’t worth it."

• jen...
• November 5, 2013

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been having a hell of a time finding the right b.c.! Major mood swings, cramps, nonstop bleeding, no sex drive, but so far I like Aviane. I'm on my second month. I am no longer bleeding (first pack I did for a while, but my body had to adjust). No mood swings, normal sex drive, breasts a bit tender and larger (not mad about that), appetite a bit bigger, but for me that's good. I need to gain weight."

• Anonymous
• April 23, 2011

For Birth Control "Granted this is one of only two different birth control pills I have ever used, but it has been extremely easy to deal with. I have not gained weight, yes, there can be a little bit of breakthrough bleeding in the first few months, but that is completely normal for acclimating physically to the pill. This pill is an example of how great it is to take a low-dose birth control pill. All the effectiveness without the awful side effects. My periods are regular on this pill to the point where I can predict what day and even time of day each month I will get them. I have been on Aviane for 7 1/2 years now and would never switch."

• C P...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 3, 2017

For Birth Control "I began this medicine because I had trouble with regulating my cycle. Biggest mistake ever! I have been bleeding nonstop going on three weeks, and the cramps and abdominal pain are unreal. I couldn't even finish a whole month because of the side effects. I do not recommend this product at all."

• Dol...
• November 11, 2018

For Birth Control "Aviane is the first birth control pill I’ve ever taken. I’ve been on it for 11 months now. The pros - my skin has cleared up a lot and I barely break out. I haven’t gotten pregnant. I have lost weight, 12 lbs, but I do work out and diet, so that may be why I lost weight. The cons - I’ve had abnormal bleeding since I started the pill. I thought it’d be gone by now, considering “breakthrough bleeding” is very common, but it hasn’t. I don’t think I’ve gone a full week without bleeding, but it’s not like a heavy period. It’s more of spotting, and I wear a tampon so I don't have to deal with the blood. It’s very annoying, and I’m debating on switching BC pills, but I really don’t know how my body will react to an alternative brand. Moods - I don’t really get moody, I’m more blah and laid back. Actually, my moods seem stable now, I used to PMS bad. I would recommend this pill minus the ANNOYING SPOTTING, but I will give it a chance and hope it goes away completely."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 18, 2018

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was on Falmina for three years, but when Walgreens bought Rite Aid, I was given Aviane, exact same low dose as Falmina but the generic brand. I've never had breakthrough bleeding on Falmina, but with Aviane, I bled EVERY DAY of the pack. Also, I've had terrible anxiety and mood changes. Never taking this pill again."

• Mrs...
• January 24, 2018

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was put on this birth control about four months ago. My skin is dry, itchy. My breasts are tender. I feel fatigued most days. Let's talk about periods. My first period on this pill was fine - less pain, less bleeding. I thought, oh my goodness, I'm going to love this pill. Then, bam, massive blood clots, heavy bleeding. Now I'm having my period twice in a month, about 7 days apart! What!? I'm in my early 40s, this is no good for me. I went through a large pack of pads and an entire pack of tampons in two days! Then it appeared my period was black, not red, but black! I told my husband we have given it 24 hours before I was going to the ER. I'm constantly hungry and thirsty too! I really think this pill really needs to be evaluated again!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 8, 2013

For Birth Control "I am 24 and have been on the pill for 3 weeks. I have experienced heavy breakthrough bleeding during week 3, with painful cramping as well. My skin has broken out substantially, and I have an increased need to sleep. Mood swings are minimal, but are nonetheless still there. I hope this is just my body adjusting, as it is my first time on the pill."

• 246...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 7, 2017

For Birth Control "This is the second type of birth control pill that I've been testing out. The first one that I was on gave me severe headaches practically every day. Luckily, with Aviane, my headaches are gone. This is my 3rd month on Aviane, and it's been okay. I've been having breakthrough bleeding and a few pimples here and there whenever I am about to start my period. Also, whenever I am about to start my period, I get depressed, and I get really bad cramps. I am most likely going to switch to a different pill. Hopefully, I find one that's right for me."

• BAD...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 1, 2022

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "After having a baby, a nurse practitioner prescribed this to me, and I am on day 15 of my period. I called, and she told me to continue taking it and that my body is just getting used to it. Well, there’s no sign of my period ending, so I stopped taking it, and now I’m bleeding even more! Not trying to gross anyone out, but it’s dark black and seems as if it’s never going to end! This pill is the worst, but I know everyone’s body will not react the same. It’s awful, and on top of all that, I’m anemic, so this is no good for me."

• sam...
• April 13, 2021

For Birth Control "I’ve been taking Aviane for 5 months now, and the first few months were great. I had no problems whatsoever, and I would only take the orange pills and skip the last row because I don’t have to take them. I feel that it has made me gain weight, and I see myself constantly snacking, and I know I didn’t use to do that. It also doesn’t give me any energy, and I always find myself feeling down at times. Also, for 2 months now, it has caused me to breakthrough bleed, which the amount of pads I've been using is insane. So this time, I started to take the last row of the pill pack to see if it could stop my ongoing period. Hopefully, it works because honestly, I think that’s the only problem that I’ve had with this birth control, and it’s my first time taking birth control as well. I’m just so tired of wearing pads every single day for 2 months now, so I’m hoping it works as a birth control."

• Wor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 3, 2018

For Birth Control "I started this birth control about a month and a half ago. The first 2 weeks weren’t bad other than pretty bad nausea that would last all day! It just got worse, though. I definitely have a much larger appetite, and I crave sweets all the time. It also has severely affected my mood! I’m extremely emotional and crying for no reason or extremely irritated. Not only that, I’m also constantly bleeding! It’s not just spotting like breakthrough bleeding, it’s like I have to wear a tampon every day!!!!! It’s beyond frustrating!!! I’m now in the process of changing to Yas."

• Anonymous
• September 21, 2011

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I'm twenty years old and was prescribed Aviane for my anemia. I was so low in hemoglobin because I had heavy and frequent bleeding (2 heavy periods in a month!). It's only been a month, but so far, ZERO weight gain (I'm a model! I take my body image very seriously), no breakthrough bleeding, no nausea, no breast tenderness, and my skin is so much clearer. My period lasted 4 days and was manageable for the first time in my life. I'm hoping that I don't develop side effects later on. I'm very satisfied, and I'd like to stay on this product, I don't want to switch!"

• Unk...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 7, 2018

For Birth Control "Update: I made a comment on here in November, 2 months after taking Aviane, and it was good, but now I’m on month 5 and I do not like it. I am constantly spotting and having breakthrough bleeding after my first week of active pills, and it lasts all the way 'til the first week of my next pack. I had terrible acne last month, which I never had before this pill. My moods are always changing, and I get mad super easily. I would be able to deal with it if I wasn’t constantly spotting and bleeding randomly, but I’m going to switch because it’s driving me crazy."

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 30, 2021

For Birth Control "Let me start off by saying that everyone's experience is different, and we all use birth control for different reasons. I'm not sexually active, but I use birth control for my acne and excruciating periods. My periods were so bad previously that I've fainted before at work. Aviane has been a lifesaver. I skip the placebo week and haven't experienced any breakthrough bleeding or cramps. I can finally work out without having to worry about being on bed rest due to my cramps. My skin used to break out in giant cysts every month, and now my skin is clear as day. I get so many compliments on my skin now. Remember that this is a low dose of birth control, so the side effects shouldn't be as bad as other prescribed pills. I can't speak to the effectiveness of preventing pregnancy, but this has been a game changer for my skin and body in general. Would HIGHLY recommend."

• Anonymous
• August 8, 2011

For Birth Control "I've been on Aviane for about 8 months, and it's the only birth control I've ever taken. Overall, it has been a positive experience. I had breakthrough bleeding the first month I was on it, but it stopped after that. I did not experience any weight gain or change in the length of my period, cramps, etc. I do get more acne on my face during my period now than I did before, though, and mood swings during week 3 can be extreme: crying for no reason, feeling anxious/overwhelmed, getting unreasonably angry and upset. After experiencing this several months in a row, I'm now often able to take a step back and say to myself, 'Okay, it's week 3, this is the pill, not you,' but it's something potential users should be prepared for."