Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 3)

• Lynn
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 24, 2019

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "This Vienva birth control has been great for me. I've taken Aviane which is the brand name for a year and I've been on Vienva for 7 years. I started taking birth control when I was 15 due to missed periods and horrible cramping. I took Lo Loestrin FE at first, that was awful for me the hormones weren't strong enough. Then my doctor put me on this and it's wonderful. The only side effect I ever had and only twice was horrible vomiting when I forgot to take a pill for more than 12 hours. That has not happened since and I've taken the pill everyday at the same time for at least two year now with no mistakes. Please note that EVERY WOMAN IS DIFFERENT. So many people on here are saying this is a horrible medication and it is not. It's what works for you."

• Nellee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 12, 2019

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I read the reviews of Vienva prior to taking it & was very anxious. I take the pill to regulate my cycle. Negatives: I had random sharp cramps the 2nd & 3rd week of taking it, which continued while on it. The next was my fault, I read online if you skip the placebo week you'll skip your period. I had a normal withdrawal bleed after the first pack. My next cycle was on my birthday, so I tried to skip. Every day after my birthday for 2 weeks I bled on active pills. I gave up & had a random placebo week & it stopped in a few days. I started up the pill again after & had very light on & off spotting, then ran out of pills from the 3 packs. My body wasn't used to the pill & it was too early to skip. Positives: nails grew really long, lost & kept off 5lbs. My mood changed for the better - less anxiety, didn't get as frustrated. My acne went from nothing to deep painful pimples here and there the first month, but afterwords it went away. Hopefully this review helps"

• Sw19s...
• February 23, 2014

Falmina (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I've been on Falmina birth control for about 8 months now and I love it. I have not got pregnant, and my cycles are much lighter, less cramps and shorter. My acne has cleared! I would most definitely recommend this birth control, only negative things I find annoying at times is breast tenderness."

• Oceanna
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 29, 2020

Seasonique (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I had a great experience on this birth control. I had no weight gain, no hair loss, my skin was generally pretty clear, and the best part were the 4 periods a year. My hair also grew very fast, and was super long and shiny. Only con was that if I didn’t always take it at the same time every day, I would get breakthrough bleeding."

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

Orsythia (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I was so scared to start this pill because of all the negative reviews, so glad I started anyways! I had been on the Mirena for 5 years and didn't want another so my Dr prescribed me these. First, they were free under my insurance. I have not gained ANY weight and have had zero side effects! Other then making sure to remember to take them, it has been a painless transition. Don't be scared of the bad reviews, what works for some may not work for others! These have been great!"

• worst...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 5, 2019

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Being in nursing school, I decided to try BC. I read the reviews but thought I would be fine. I took it in Jan. and had no symptoms but then noticed I was having severe anxiety. I had already been in nursing school for a semester before taking it and never experienced this amount of anxiety. I have always been an anxious person but never to the point of needing meds for it. I had to DROP OUT of nursing school and get on anti-anxiety meds(still on them). I stopped taking the BC after 2 months. It got so bad that I developed OCD anxiety and I have the worst intrusive thoughts that make me feel like I’m capable of doing horrible things which causes more anxiety/depression. The depression isn’t as bad anymore since stopping but it was so bad that I felt no emotion. I wasn’t excited anymore. It has been 4 months and I still don’t feel 100% but I’m a lot better. I have NEVER written a review before but felt like I needed to speak out. Please do not even try it!"

• I...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 27, 2013

Aviane (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "When I first started taking birth control, I was started on Aviane and I really loved it. I lost weight and I went from an A cup bra to a C cup bra in just 2 months. After a year or 2 I go switched to Lessina and I didn't like it! Got horrible headaches, gained weight, and cramps were horrible. After 2 years of Lessina I begged to be switched back to Aviane, and now only after 2 months of taking it I have lost 11 lbs and the cramps and headaches are gone. I do get tender breast while on my period but I rather have tender breast and moodiness and cramps! Oh and my sex drive is up the roof!"

• bella
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 23, 2020

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "So I have really bad anxiety and depression and I told my doctor this and told her I didn’t want a birth control that would make it worse and she put me on this birth control. I look up all the reviews and everyone is saying it made them depressed but I decided to try it anyways because I know medicine works differently on everyone. So I started the medicine and it made my depression and anxiety so bad I started getting suicidal and self harm thoughts which I haven’t had in awhile. I also have completely no sex drive and when orgasm was only small. I only took the medicine for 2 weeks and then I stopped it. I’ve been bleeding and spotting and I’m not on my period and I’ve been off of it for over a week. I don’t recommend you take this if you have mental health problems."

• Kome
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 24, 2022

Altavera (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Was really scared of weight gain and acne from reading the reviews, but did not experience any of that. My breasts were super sore but they also did go from B to DD in a span of few months. Only a bit of bloat but nothing that some herbal teas and work out didn’t fix. Also sex drive was CRAZY high on this! Ladies whatever BC you might be taking remember to take your supplements (B2, B6, B12, folic acid, vitamin A, zinc, iron) etc since BC lowers all that and it might explain symptoms. As always, you never know how your body will react unless you try it! Stay vigilant for symptoms but try not to be too paranoid or stressed. It is your own body!"

• Anonymous
• April 3, 2021

Lutera (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "If I could rate this medication a 0 I would. Ladies with anxiety and depression...PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS. I suffer with anxiety however (through years of practice) I have been able to learn coping mechanisms. I have taken birth controls for years but, after noticing subtle changes with Tri Nessa, I decided to get put on a different birth control. My doctor told me Lutera was a good fit and I took his word for it. After taking this for literally a week I noticed I was having really DARK thoughts. My boyfriend would roll over In bed and find me crying for no reason. I was having anxiety like I had never experienced before. For instance, I was shaking, feeling like a 10 lb weight was on my chest, and I was feeling like I was going to pass out. After putting two and two together and realizing the only new addition to my daily routine was Lutera, I decided to stop taking the pill."

• Jano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2021

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I saw a lot of negative reviews but gave it a go. I had a few headaches and crying spells; however, after my body adjusted I’m completely content. Don’t be too scared and try it once your period starts. I started to wear a pad after the brown discharge (breakthrough bleeding) started, but that’s the worst as it’s gotten. Expect some bloating, do your research, and stick with what your body accepts. Stay safe"

• Samansa
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 5, 2014

Lutera (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I've been on Lutera for about 4 years now and its been pretty good! No huge complaints at all here! My breasts definitely got bigger but besides that not much weight gain as others have mentioned. I do have mood swings ever since I started Lutera but I mostly just cry easier when I'm PMSing and that's it. As for effectiveness it works great and I pretty much have my period down to the hour at which I know it will start. If you take the pill as instructed, it works great!"

• Etna
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 23, 2018

Alesse-28 (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I've been off birth control for almost 6 years, I couldn't find one that suited me and didn't make me a bloated crazy person. I had tried yaz, yasmin, triciclyn lo and so many others. The only one I had not tried were the mini pills or alesse. Very hesitant because last time, I bled for weeks, I was depressed, anxious, vomiting a lot, dizzy, and felt like garbage. It took almost a year to get used to Yasmin and even then felt awful. I'm on the generic version Alesyna, and I've had ZERO side effects. I was worried about my sex drive declining and gaining weight as well as depression being on it, but none of that has happened. If anything, my sex drive is higher than usual, my periods are lighter and shorter, I overall feel extremely happy all the time. No mood swings. I was terrified by all the bad reviews, but like my doc said, every body is different and you just have to keep trying til you find one that works for you."

• Cobal...
• July 4, 2019

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Update from May review: I really love this Vienva pill. Out of all similar ones, this one is closest to Lutera. I did have some breakthrough spotting my 1st pack due to switching from a minipill. Once I had that 7 day withdrawal bleed my body reset like the nurse said and no more bleeding on active pills. I keep my pill pack in my wallet too with this being a low dose. My periods start 2.5 days into the sugar pills and are 6 days total with my 3rd day being semiheavy to medium and the rest light flow. I do get overly tired and moody with headaches 3 days before I start my period. But no angry random mood swings all month like some pills. Skin stays mostly clear except for a couple pimples before my period. Might have lost a few pounds too. My boyfriend and I both love that my sex drive is up and that this pill has given me pregnancy protection. This pill is worth a fair shot. If a pill doesn't agree with you after 2-3 months, call your ob and switch. I have been thru this many times myself."

• In Pain
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 3, 2021

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "First and last time using this drug. I just started my 3rd pack and have been bleeding non stop since week 2. It has made me emotional, sluggish, bloated, abdominal cramps, acne and bad gas with multiple poops a day. I’ve never felt this bad before ever. Stopping the pill today and hoping to get my life back. DO NOT take unless you like to be miserable and in constant pain."

• Addie
• April 12, 2019

Levora (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Been on Levora contraceptive pill for 3ish years! Beginning it was rough— spotted for a while and was very emotional and a bit depressed. However, once that period passed and my body was used to the hormones, my skin cleared completely. I lost probably 10lbs. Period went from 4 to 5 days long to 3 days exactly! Changed my life :,)"

• Anonymous
• January 16, 2010

Seasonique (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I've been taking Seasonique for 4 months now. I've had no break through bleeding, no problems with sex drive, no serious weight gain or acne. I've also noticed that my moods have become more level (as I was diagnosed with PMDD & my dr thought that leveling out the hormones for a longer period of time would help). Also, my periods only last about 3 days. Love this pill."

• Car
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 13, 2021

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Only pill I’ve ever been on. I have been taking it since November 2017. 4+ years on it and I can say I love it! My skin type went from combination to normal and it helped to clear it up significantly. In terms of my period, it kept my already regular period regular and even shortened it by a day or two. In terms of mood/anxiety… the pill stabilized my mood tenfold, I definitely have had depressive episodes the past 4 years, but I wouldn’t blame this pill for it. With my sex drive, it’s been great. For me that’s really dependent on my mental state so that’s that. For weight gain/loss — I have maintained the same weight since and I never saw big physical changes except maybe in my chest size. Find a pill that works for you! You’re doing the right thing looking up reviews and trying things out. My friends have changed multiple types and I’ve stayed on the one, every body’s different! I liked this because my body does and it’s low estrogen levels. Good luck! XO"

• jrhaney
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 4, 2014

Orsythia (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I have been taking Orsythia for about a year and a half and I have no complaints about it. After reading a lot of the comments I noticed people were only unsatisfied with it because of pimples and weight gain. Sure I get an occasional pimple or cramp but can we look at the bigger picture? It does its job in protecting us from getting pregnant. That's all I have to say."

• LexyC
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2012

Aviane (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I have been on Aviane for two months now. I'll be starting my third month in about a week. I have noticed a huge difference in my appetite. I've usually only eaten a snack after school and dinner but lately I seem to always have food in my mouth and I eat huge amounts. My stomach is constantly bloated. My mood recently started to change, I always feel down and in a "I hate everything" mood. I am normally a very happy non stop laughing person but now its an effort to smile. I've also experienced extreme fatigue, I have no energy for anything and all I ever seem to do is cry. I hope none of you are experiencing this."

• Arach...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 8, 2021

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I've been on this birth control for a year I got prescribed Lutera and Vienva is the generic brand I got . I love it, it helped with my acne and I didn't get any side effects. Its time for my yearly renewal and I'm 100% going to get the same one I highly recommend it."

• Riley
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 9, 2019

Ashlyna (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I’ve been on this pill for almost 2 years now , I love it ! I used to get very BAD , HORRIBLE period & I couldn’t stand it at all . I need something that wouldn’t give me my period or gave it to me every 3 months! So I got on Ashlyna! I haven’t gotten my period in 2 YEARS! Yayyyy!!!! Haha but don’t let people scare you , this pill works AMAZING!!! If you have Heavy painful periods I Would GET ON THIS PILL ASAP! ❤️ I hope this helped you girllyssss out"

• Janey
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 24, 2020

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I initially loved this birth control Vienva. My skin has been clear, no mood swings, and my sex drive was finally back up after getting off my last pill. Unfortunately my bloating and weight gain has been so excessive that I’ve taken several pregnancy tests just to make sure. I have been dieting and exercising 5 times a week for 3 months with ZERO weight loss! It is just so annoying considering every other aspect of this pill has been beneficial."

• morgie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 20, 2022

Vienva (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "Okay so let me say I was TERRIFIED of starting my birth control after reading these reviews. HOWEVER I’ve been on Vienva for about a month now and I have had very few side affects. I know it is still early in the adjustment process but I haven’t noticed any weight gain, my skin has actually started to clear slightly, and it hasn’t made me nauseous. I will say that I’ve been a bit bloated and my boobs are a little tender (and slightly bigger which is a win in my book) but nothing to bad. I promise you people are more likely to leave reviews when things are bad so I wanted to make sure and say how happy I’ve been thus far with this bc."

• Kris
• December 27, 2010

Lybrel (ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel) "I have been on Lybrel since it came out. It is an absolute miracle pill for me. I tell everyone about it. I have had no bleeding, no cramps since I have been on it. I used to have very heavy bleeding and terrible cramps. This pill has changed my life."