Larissia and Acne: What Users Say

• 21...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 7, 2021

For Birth Control "Going on month six of the Larissia birth control, and it is the best birth control I have taken. Before I started it, I came here to read reviews and got very nervous based on the negative effects people were experiencing. All I can say is you have to try it for yourself because everyone’s body is different. I have experienced no crazy mood swings, no depressing thoughts, and no high anxiety. Unlike the other birth controls I have tried in the past that make me lose my sex drive and become dry, this one increased it!!! It feels like I’m not even on birth control. I’ve had no pregnancy scares (I do take it daily and don’t miss a day) and have had no problems with it. The only negative I can give this pill is that it didn’t take away my acne but definitely didn’t make my acne worse. Don’t let reviews scare you away from trying a birth control because it could work the best for your body!"

• nik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 7, 2019

For Birth Control "Larissia is the best experience ever with this birth control. Ever since I started taking it, I felt happier, less anxious, and depressed, except for when I’m on the non-hormone pills. My face has cleared up a lot and I get only 2 or 3 pimples right before my period. I have no cramps during my periods or feel nauseous any time while on the pill. I was most scared of gaining weight while on the pill, but so far have not gained any, which is the best part!"

• efa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 22, 2020

For Birth Control "It's important to realize everyone has different experiences! I started this Larissia pill before traveling abroad for a few months, so I was extremely nervous about taking it while handling such a drastic life change. But I noticed no mood swings, no change in weight, no acne, and, above all, I actually had increased libido! I went off of it for a month because I considered getting an IUD, but I did notice that after going off of the pill, I had a bit more hair loss, and my libido went back down. I'm contemplating going back on because I realize I might not find another BC that works as well for me."

• Lau...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 22, 2019

For Birth Control "I love this pill! I only had spotting the first week of taking it, and my hormones were a little whack at first, but they went away very quickly. My period is very regular, and this helped with my acne a lot. I’ve been on this for almost a year, and I’ve never considered switching to another pill."

• Jan...
• December 21, 2020

For Birth Control "I started taking Larissia last month, so I’m on my second pack. I took it to help with spotting, which is a symptom of the Nexplanon. I haven’t noticed any change in my mood and behavior. I haven’t gained any weight, I’ve actually lost some weight. It also didn’t do much for my acne, I still get some acne, but it’s nothing I’m not used to. Overall, I like the birth control. All I will say is everyone’s body is different, and just because someone had a bad experience on birth control, it doesn’t mean you will."

• Vir...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 15, 2020

For Birth Control "I started taking Larissia in 2019 and had a good experience. I did not get acne or any bad side effects, but I had 2 instances where my breasts got bigger all of a sudden, and I thought I was pregnant, but wasn't. If you do not take the pills of the last week and skip straight to a new pack, you will not have a period that month. I don’t recommend doing that, though, because it felt weird not having that monthly cleanse. My hormones remained the same as far as emotions, no irate mood swings. It exceeded the pre-bias expectations that I already had about birth control."

• kek...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 28, 2020

For Birth Control "I switched from Microgestin FE to Larissia. Microgestin FE gave me terrible anxiety and depression and made me feel like I was an alien in my own body. Switching to Larissia, I definitely had some cramping, breakthrough bleeding, mood swings, and acne during my first 2-3 packs of this pill, but after a couple months, all of those symptoms went away. My first pack, I could tell that my boobs were bigger, but that went away as well over time. I haven’t gained any weight on this pill (I was actually hoping that I would) and have less acne than I did while on other pills. I would recommend this to a friend."

• La ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 13, 2020

For Birth Control "This is the first type of birth control I’ve ever been on and NOT a good experience! I am currently on the placebo pills, so the last week of the first pack. (1 month total of medication) I already struggle with acne, so when I first started taking this pill, it got worse! I have acne all over my chin, lower cheeks, and forehead! My acne is the worst it’s ever been. On top of that, I started my period today, it’s already heavier than normal, and I had to call off work today because as soon as I got up, I immediately felt nauseous and faint. I started seeing black and yellow spots and heard ringing in my ears. I have a piercing headache. Again, do NOT recommend! I am calling my doctor this week and getting off of this pill!"

• Kel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2019

For Birth Control "I have never in my life been so miserable. Please don’t do this to yourself. I have acne everywhere, and I’ve never had acne in my life, and it’s ALL OVER. Huge red bumps. I’ve never been this depressed in my entire life."

• Ris...
• February 19, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been taking this for a month. I have headaches every day for the past week. I got a little bit of acne, and I don't know if it's just me or not, but I don't ever want to get out of bed in the mornings. I called out of work even because I just couldn't and didn't feel like it. I've also had breast pain since week one."

• Kay...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 22, 2020

For Birth Control "Larissia is the worst birth control I have ever been on. I was taking it for about 4-6 months and then off it for about 3 weeks (due to issues between my gyno and pharmacy). When I was finally able to get back on it, I noticed I was starting to get horrible red acne on my cheeks, and it progressively got worse over time. I have never had acne all my life until now at the age of 23. Neither I nor my dermatologist could figure out why all of the sudden I have these horrible breakouts, but since reading all these reviews, this has confirmed it, especially since it started as soon as I was back on Larissia. NONE of the creams he has put me on are working either, so I will be switching as soon as I possibly can. This has shattered my confidence for sure, and I’m scared that I will have scars. I have also gained some weight while on it. As far as preventing pregnancy, it has been great, so I will give it that. Please do yourself a favor and do not take Larissia!!! Definitely not worth it."

• Cas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2020

For Birth Control "At 41 yo, I recently asked my doctor to go back on a low dose BC despite having had my tubes tied after my last child’s birth. I was suffering from heavy bleeding and cycles ranging from 22 to 32 days and just wanted some predictability. I took Larissa for two packs back-to-back starting off... no real side effects to start, but by week 2, some pimples. They eventually cleared up, but by then the crazy bloating/constipation/weight gain had kicked in. My face was puffy, and I didn’t fit in a single pair of jeans despite continuing my usual workout routine and not changing my (healthy-normal) diet. I ended up gaining 12 pounds over 6 weeks, which is a lot of weight for my petite frame! After the 2nd pack, I had a period that was light, but still not worth starting another pack."

• Jam...
• January 23, 2021

For Birth Control "I started Larissa 2 months ago and recently stopped because the side effects are horrible. The first two weeks I had horrible mood swings and was very depressed. It made my cramps more painful and my acne much worse, to the point where I’m breaking out all over my face and have no more self-confidence. I do NOT recommend."

• Lar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 10, 2018

For Birth Control "My pharmacy randomly switched me to Larissia. I’ve been taking it for 3 months. Within these 3 months, I’ve been breaking out like crazy (generally pretty clear skin), got canker sores (never get them), have had awful mood swings and hormone imbalances, my face has been swollen, and during my last couple of periods I’ve had cramps (which is the whole reason I started birth control so long ago). I’m actually livid at this brand, company, and my pharmacy for randomly switching me to this stuff. At first, I thought it was cute since the brand on the box is my name, but it’s the worst birth control I’ve ever been on. Not even worth a 1/10."

• car...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 30, 2021

For Birth Control "Been on it for almost 3 years and have not had a bad experience! I do think it helped with acne a little, although I still get the occasional zit, especially around my period. I don’t think I’ve gained any weight because of it, and it’s made my periods super light! Seriously, I only use the small size tampons and panty liners now! I still get cramps and mood swings around the start of my period, but this was something I dealt with before going on the pill. As for my sex drive, I do feel it’s a bit lower, but I’ve been on the pill so long that I really can’t remember! Finally, my partner and I never use condoms, and I’ve never had a problem or a scare. My cycles are generally consistent as well. Overall, a good experience compared to some horror stories I have heard."

• MMI...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 11, 2019

For Birth Control "WORST BIRTH CONTROL ever! I was using Sronyx, and for some unknown reason, they switched me to the generic Larissia, and not even a month after I started, I began to break out. I was a person who, not even on my period, would break out for nothing. I went from that to my cheeks and my chin covered in huge bumps that hurt like crazy. I couldn't even wash my face without feeling pain. In the second month, my period lasted 3 days with the worst cramps EVER!! I know everyone reacts differently, but most reviews say the same as what I experienced. So I suggest not to try this, it will mess up your face!!"

• Don...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 4, 2021

For Birth Control "I had been on this pill for years and dealt with anger, weight gain, acne, back pain, and headaches. I stopped it and switched to another pill that kept me in the bathroom all the time, so I decided to switch back to Larissia, and that’s when I noticed how much it actually changes me. I am so angry and can’t even stand myself. After reading these reviews, I’m quitting it. Not worth the hassle, can’t lose weight at all, either always bloated, literally makes me think I’m crazy!"

• Ale...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been on Larissa for almost 3 weeks now. This is by far the worst birth control after I switched from Taytulla because my insurance did not cover it anymore. My doctor gave me Larissa, and ever since I took it, I have had terrible acne like never before, my back always hurts, I am ALWAYS bloated and look fat. I have the worst stomach pains, cramps, and I’m very bipolar. The back pains truly are the worst as well. I do not recommend."

• Cai...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 1, 2018

For Birth Control "I have been on this birth control for 3 months. I was originally on Orsythia, which worked well for me, then my pharmacy gave me Larissia instead since they are both generics. It gave me cystic acne the first month, and now I have not had a withdrawal bleed for 2 months, which made me think I was pregnant when I really wasn't. I also had cramps all throughout the last 3 months."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 9, 2022

For Birth Control "Larissa had too many side effects for me. While it did help ease my period and make it lighter and more regular, I developed back acne, had weird dreams EVERY night, and completely lost my appetite. The side effects of this pill were worse than the symptoms for why I went on it."

• lil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 25, 2018

For Birth Control "This was the first birth control I’ve ever tried, and I absolutely hated it! I took it for 2 months and got terrible nightmares every night. Also, it gave me extreme anxiety, and I suffered from heart palpitations. My mood swings were terrible, and I gained a bunch of weight. I was also bleeding for 3 weeks, but I think that’s normal for the first few months. Also, my acne got worse too. Do not take this drug with antibiotics because it gave me the weirdest delayed nervous system feeling and extreme nausea. I didn’t get pregnant, though..."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 27, 2017

For Birth Control "Took this for 1 month and experienced no major mood swings or nausea. However, immediately, I got canker sores (I never get these) and pimples (when my complexion is generally clear). Then I had light spotting for a few days about 1.5 weeks prior to when my period should have come - then it was followed by heavy breakthrough bleeding. Can't recommend this if you're trying to regulate your period. Will be switching to a different brand."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 13, 2021

For Birth Control "This is the worst birth control I have ever been on! I was recently put on Larissa in January, and I have not been myself since. I’m a nursing student, and last year I had a 3.6 GPA. Since being put on Larissa, I am failing 4/6 of my classes. I see no reason to live anymore. I cry every day, don’t go to the gym anymore, have no motivation or drive to do anything, and have pushed my friends away. Not only all of that, but I have NO sex drive, and I’ve been experiencing hormonal acne WORSE than I ever have in my entire life, to the point it’s painful most days. STAY AWAY FROM LARISSA."

• Kde...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 10, 2019

For Birth Control "I’m on the placebo week of my first pack, and I’m already thinking of switching. I’m having the worst acne breakout I’ve ever experienced, I’ve had spotting the entire 3 weeks leading up to the placebo week, and the breast tenderness doesn’t go away. I’ve never experienced such a long episode of spotting, and it’s highly inconvenient, to say the least. I’ve never had such a terrible experience just starting out with a birth control pill before."

• Emm...
• September 16, 2019

For Birth Control "Great for controlling PMS/PMDD. However, severe hormonal acne around my mouth, on my neck and chin. Something I’ve never had! And I’m gaining weight. I’ve tried cutting calories or carbs, working out. Nothing helps, and it started when I started Larissia about 6 months ago. It’s not a considerable or noticeable amount to others, but enough for none of my pants to fit. Between a rock and a hard place because it’s great with my mood, but the weight gain and acne aren’t really worth it, because I end up moody about that anyway."