Falmina and Acne: What Users Say

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 2, 2020

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I was really hesitant to take this birth control after reading the reviews on here. I have been on a variety of BC, including Aviane and a bunch of others, but none have stabilized my moods as much as Falmina. In the first month, I definitely had an increase in breast size and a little bit of weight gain. Acne hasn't been that extreme except for one zit on my chin (spironolactone helps with that), but that's minimal in comparison to PCOS symptoms in general. I've had a really good response to the medication, and I have had the most emotionally stable month I've had in a long time. Please try it for yourself before freaking out about the comments. I know how anxiety-provoking it can be to be switching hormones up."

• MsI...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2020

For Premenstrual Syndrome "I’m starting my 3rd month on this pill and am using it to treat PMDD. I take the pills continuously, only the active ones. The first two weeks I had a few mood swings (nothing like PMDD, so manageable), chills, and nausea rarely. I used to get menstrual migraines every month and still do, but am hoping those go away as my body adjusts. I’ve been spotting for 2-3 weeks and hope that will go away too. Most importantly, I haven’t had PMDD in two months!! This is life-changing, and the side effects of spotting and one pimple here and there are 100% worth it to me."

• Oka...
• February 24, 2020

For Birth Control "My acne is the worst it has ever been due to this birth control, Falmina. Since I’ve started taking it, my acne has progressively gotten worse and worse over time. This birth control was originally prescribed to help with acne prevention, but has proven itself otherwise."

• Mat...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 7, 2019

For Birth Control "I’ve been on Falmina 28 for 4 years with no issues. I started using it at 15/16, and I’m now 19, graduated from high school with my first full-time job. I haven’t had any pregnancy scares, cramping, etc. HOWEVER, immediately following graduation, nothing changed in my life except the fact that I now have TERRIBLE cystic acne. I wondered if anyone else had the same issues and has any suggestions for me."

• Kal...
• December 18, 2019

For Birth Control "On Falmina for about two years, stopped taking it after I missed a week due to my doctor failing to update my prescription, been off for two months. My acne was okay, but it used to be pretty clear before I went on it. I'm sure other factors mixed in, but I gained over 60 lbs over the course of the last couple of years, which was abnormal for me. Since going off of it, I've already begun to lose weight, and I'm not exercising at all and eating about the same as I usually do. Since Thanksgiving, I've lost 10 lbs, which is fast for me, which I didn't even notice till I happened to weigh myself a few days ago. As for my periods, they were short, like 4 days max, always landed on the Wednesday night/Thursday morning of the placebo week pills, and ended Saturday night/Sunday morning about 98% of the time. Super light most of the time and rarely any cramps, and if I did, it was like once during my period for a few minutes, and it wasn't ever so painful I couldn't move. I hope this helps someone."

• dog...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 18, 2017

For Birth Control "I've literally had the worst experience with this pill. I had been taking another birth control that got replaced by my pharmacy with this pill, however, this one had a lot of side effects I had never experienced. I started experiencing major headaches, getting acne, becoming extremely depressed, having no sex drive at all, increased anxiety, and I was just overall moody and irritated at everything. I wish they would've never switched me to this generic version of the drug because this is way worse. I have never experienced such a terrible medicine. I do not recommend it."

• Sar...
• May 22, 2020

For Birth Control "I started taking this birth control to lessen my migraines and anxiety, and I’m 100% better. I haven’t had any pregnancy scares, thank gosh. I haven’t gained any weight. But my acne has gotten a little worse. I used to have pretty clear skin, now my skin feels more textured. Otherwise, I love everything about this pill!"

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 13, 2021

For Birth Control "This medication was prescribed to me because it is the generic version of 'Lutera.' I was taking Lutera for over a year without issue, no weight gain, no acne, nothing. Then I got Falmina one day and that all went out the window. I got horrible cystic acne all over my chin, cheeks, and chest that I have never before experienced in my life, and I gained over 15 lbs in about 6 months without any dietary or lifestyle changes. I was extremely moody, anxious (heart palpitations came back on this), and I was frequently feeling rather sick. This medication is awful, please do consider the differences between generic and brand name. The hormones are the same, but the filler ingredients make a huge difference."

• Izz...
• March 26, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was prescribed Falmina because I was having too many heavy periods and was anemic, and also because I always got bad cramps and headaches. The first month was fine, but the second month it seemed to just stop working. I had horrible cramps, heavy bleeding, and my hemoglobin (iron) levels have dropped. I'm constantly tired and have lost all sense of self-motivation. Also, I'm getting significantly more breakouts than I ever have before."

• jay...
• October 31, 2019

For Birth Control "I hate this birth control, Falmina! I was on Mirena before this, and my periods were almost a month long while I was on that, so my doctor changed me to Falmina to make my periods more regular and shorter. It did not work. It's my second month on it, and my first month was the heaviest my period has ever been, it was also almost a month long. On month 2, I didn't get my period till week 3 of the pills, on the last pill for that week. Also, my acne is out of control, and my nipples and breasts were so sore and painful for weeks! I will be switching back to Mirena."

• Haz...
• December 6, 2017

For Birth Control "I have been on birth control since I was 16, I am now 24. I switched to Falmina about 5 months ago and immediately noticed an increase in acne. I never miss pills and got pregnant while on this pill. Highly recommend avoiding this drug."

• ale...
• March 18, 2017

For Birth Control "Okay, so I just wanted to update. This pill is killing my face. I literally have over 30 pimples on my face that are huge, red, cystic, and definitely 100% because of this pill. I never had acne like this. Also, it gave me gingivitis. I literally have gum issues because this pill is so wacked out. I am a very mellow person, and recently I have been having the worst anxiety, and it's definitely because of this. Today was my last pill, so hopefully everything will start to go back to normal."

• gen...
• December 19, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have always had the most irregular periods since I first got mine in 7th grade, with rather heavy bleeding and the absolute worst cramps. I always just dealt with guessing when it would come and stuck it out, however, the idea of birth control had always been in the back of my mind. Once I became sexually active, however, is when I decided that it would be the best time to go on it. As for the actual birth control part, I never had any pregnancy scares (luckily), and the flow became lighter, and the cramps became more bearable. However, once I started taking it, I have had the worst acne I have ever had, specifically on my chin area. I just recently switched to a different brand due to it. I highly suggest avoiding this brand for that reason."

• MGZ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 29, 2017

For Birth Control "I had a terrible experience with Falmina. I moved to a new area where they didn't have the brand of birth control, Aviane, so they switched me to Falmina. I had been taking Aviane for more than two years without any problem. Since starting Falmina, I've had terrible cystic acne all over my chin (I usually have clear skin). I've experienced terrible dryness and itchiness down there, and pain during sex with my husband. Emotionally, I'm usually very stable, but I have been sluggish and feeling down since starting to take this medication. Since I put the pieces together, I've decided to get off this medicine. I don't feel like myself at all!"

• BXL...
• July 1, 2017

For Birth Control "This is effective in terms of keeping me from getting pregnant. I was a little upset my pharmacy gave me something new without telling me, but I tried it anyway. My previous birth control didn't make me lose weight or gain weight. Made it constant unless I worked out. This new birth control I've been taking for three months now made me gain back weight that took me a long time to lose. I'm pretty upset. It makes me act out and feel more depressed than I am at random times. I'm more upset about it making me gain weight. I also break out a little more than usual. I already have bad acne, but I noticed I get it more often now. Other than that, no baby. No other side effects I noticed. I will be asking my pharmacy to change my birth control when I am done with my last one."

• Dal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2017

For Birth Control "I'm 18 years old, and I started this birth control 3 months ago. I went on birth control specifically for my acne and my irregular periods. This birth control did the exact opposite of helping my acne. In the beginning, I broke out extremely on my forehead and hairline. They aren't even pimples, just huge bumps, and you can't do anything about it. It is my 3rd month taking it, and I'm still breaking out. I absolutely do not recommend this birth control for the use of acne. However, this did make my period very consistent, extremely light, and barely any cramps."

• Dal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2017

For Birth Control "I'm 18 years old, and I started this birth control 3 months ago. I went on birth control specifically for my acne and my irregular periods. This birth control did the exact opposite of helping my acne. In the beginning, I broke out extremely on my forehead and hairline. They aren't even pimples, just huge bumps, and you can't do anything about it. It is my 3rd month taking it, and I'm still breaking out. I absolutely do not recommend this birth control for the use of acne. However, this did make my period very consistent, extremely light, and barely any cramps."

• Ash...
• June 27, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I had a D&C surgery done due to a miscarriage. I was in so much pain and was bleeding for 2.5 months after. The doctor who did the surgery wasn’t my regular doctor, but someone who was available the date I needed, and she claims everything went fine with the surgery. What confuses me is with this surgery you're only supposed to bleed a few days, max 2 weeks, and for me, no, it was a long 2.5 months of maybe 8-hour breaks here and there of no bleeding. Reminded of losing my baby, and not to mention doing everyday life, working, being a mom, etc., with heavy bleeding with blood clots sometimes sizing in 4 inches big and going to the bathroom all the time to change myself. Anyway, I want to say Falmina has balanced my body out and I feel great. Being on Falmina has balanced me out emotionally, stopped my bleeding completely from only a week of being on it and no breakthrough bleeding, it started to actually clear up some of my acne on my face and overall has me feeling great."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 6, 2018

For Birth Control "I had severe cramps and leg pain to the point I had to sit in very hot baths and burn my skin to feel better. With Falmina, the first year not bad, I was up and walking with a super mild cramp. BUT, I started losing hair, gaining weight, depression, mood swings, and panic attacks. In year two, I noticed I started to get pimples (I'll get a pimple once every four months, maybe), and my leg pain came back, and I would get the pain before my period."

• Ale...
• March 10, 2017

For Birth Control "I have only been on Falmina for about 2 months, but I'm switching soon due to the ridiculous amount of cystic acne it has caused. I'm prone to acne anyway, but this put it through the roof. I never got chin or cheek acne until this product. The upside is besides that, I have no other side effects. My mood is good, no nausea or headaches, and I think it's slowed my hair growth. Most of the problems I've heard about this birth control have to do with skin, so if you're not acne prone, then I would recommend it."

• Tat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2023

For Birth Control "I find Falmina to be an effective birth control medication for me. I have tried others but have experienced anxiety. I had a bit of breakthrough bleeding but needed nothing more than a panty liner, and my period is now regular. I notice I get slight headaches here and there, especially during my period, but not bad at all. I have gained about 3-5 pounds, but that could be life. I have had no acne either."

• Del...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 15, 2018

For Birth Control "I got Falmina to help with my periods as I used to have awful cramps and mood swings that could murder you with a glance. I've been taking this for about 3 months now. The results are: My cramps no longer happen! I still get mood swings, but now they're more crying instead of yelling and snapping at people. The rest of my side effects include my breasts being sore the week before my period, discharge. I both lose and gain weight, it depends on what kind of day it wants to give me. I've been getting more blackheads and a couple more pimples than usual. I have not used this birth control for sex yet (just want to wait just in case of pregnancy as I've heard multiple people have gotten pregnant with Falmina.)"

• Del...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 15, 2018

For Birth Control "I got Falmina to help with my periods as I used to have awful cramps and mood swings that could murder you with a glance. I've been taking this for about 3 months now. The results are: My cramps no longer happen! I still get mood swings, but now they're more crying instead of yelling and snapping at people. The rest of my side effects include my breasts being sore the week before my period, discharge. I both lose and gain weight, it depends on what kind of day it wants to give me. I've been getting more blackheads and a couple more pimples than usual. I have not used this birth control for sex yet (just want to wait just in case of pregnancy as I've heard multiple people have gotten pregnant with Falmina.)"

• Fed...
• September 7, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I've only been on Falmina for 3 months, and I'm on the fence about it. I'm having abnormal periods. They last almost two weeks now. My period comes the last week of the active pills and will last almost all 14 days. Acne hasn't been that bad so far, but the nausea is pretty terrible. The doctor said to give it at least 6 months, so we will see."

• Gui...
• September 7, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been taking Luterra since 2014, then went to the generic brand Avianne 28. Last month, my pharmacy switched it to this brand. I haven't had acne since my teen years, and this brand caused me to break out. The second side effect I experienced was, if not every day, then every other day, I'd get very bad migraines. The only way I was able to connect my migraines to this brand of birth control was being on the 4th week/sugar pills. During this time, I did not experience a migraine. I called my doctor, told her my experience, and found it's when the pharmacy has run low on certain birth control. They use what's in stock, and I called the pharmacy and told them of my experience. The pharmacy made a note and is able to divert that from happening to me again."