Levora and Weight Gain: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• April 11, 2012

For Birth Control "I've been impressed with this pill. It's been the best out of all the pills I've taken (Ortho Lo/Yaz). I've been on it for over a year now. I feel pretty relaxed mood-wise, light periods, haven't gotten pregnant despite occasionally taking it a few hours late. Also, I don't have any problems with migraines/canker sores/moodiness/weight gain/sex drive/urinary tract infections that I've had with other pills. Possibly a moderate improvement in facial acne, but I feel that back and chest acne sometimes gets out of control. Seems like acne gets worse though when I get less than 8 hours of sleep, am on the inactive pill week, or drink even a glass of wine. So, it might be better to take extra vitamins when on this pill due to decreased appetite."

• SaS...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 29, 2016

For Birth Control "I was taking Levora for a year and a half and am now switching medication. Since I started taking it, I am always tired, even when I sleep great. I have had 4 yeast infections... ew. Lower sex drive, don't self-lubricate, and I've gained about 50 pounds (although part of that could be bad diet; haven't changed my diet though). Everyone's different, and side effects aren't horrible, but I would not recommend."

• Ano...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 20, 2019

For Birth Control "I started taking Levora, my first birth control ever, 9 months ago. Although it is effective in doing its job, preventing pregnancy, it comes with a lot of side effects. I’m 20 years old and weighed 125 pounds prior to taking Levora, and now I weigh 145 lb! I gained weight tremendously. Mind you, my diet stayed just about the same, and I’ve actually INCREASED in activity and exercise, but the weight just keeps on piling on. I’ve noticed my forehead broke out terribly and has small bumps all over it - tried changing my hair products, makeup products, washing my face with cleanser every day, and even started drinking more water. Nothing worked, and it’s safe to say it’s the pill that’s causing acne all over my forehead. I’ve also noticed I’ve become an emotional wreck, the smallest things make me cry, and my husband has to deal with me being a crybaby 24/7. I’m definitely switching to another pill because Levora’s just terrible."

• try...
• January 2, 2012

For Birth Control "I gave Levora a 5 out of 10 only because for the five years I've been taking it, it has served its purpose. I have not become pregnant, I've had lighter, shorter periods, no acne (but this was never a problem for me), and only minimal weight gain. Other than that, I have to agree with most of the other reviews on this page that my sex drive has decreased significantly and I have become overly emotional. I started taking the pill right out of college, soon after I met my husband (before we were married). Before the pill, I had no issues with sex, dryness, desire, etc., but we've been struggling with it for the 5 years we've been together. After I finish this month's pills, I will be trying a new pill."

• Anonymous
• November 1, 2010

"The pill has served its purpose. I have not gotten pregnant while on it. However, I have experienced weight gain, very low libido, and more vaginal discharge than normal. On the plus side, my periods have been regular and I rarely experience cramps. When I do cramp, it is nothing like before I was on birth control."

• Anonymous
• November 21, 2011

For Birth Control "I actually like this birth control. I was on Ortho Cyclen Lo, and it gave me horrible mood swings. The only problem with this birth control was when I first started it, I did throw up a lot for no reason, but I have been on it for 6 months, and I love it. But I am switching to the NuvaRing because I can't remember to take the pill. The first time I went on this pill, I gained 8 pounds in a month, then I went off of it for a few months and lost all the weight. The second time I went on, I gained 9 pounds. I'm not complaining because I did want to gain weight. I started off at 104, and I want to be 118. This pill does make you hungry, and if you didn't eat, you might get sick. I got very moody a week before my period, but overall, I love this pill."

• Anonymous
• December 21, 2011

For Birth Control "The only positive thing about this pill is I didn't get pregnant. For the 6 months I've been on it, I've had 2 periods a month and cramped horribly every time. I work out a minimum of 7 times a week, running miles, weight training, etc., and I gained weight on this pill quickly. I just stopped taking it, it's not worth all the negative side effects."

• Anonymous
• July 7, 2012

For Birth Control "I was on Levora for 2 months, and when I started taking it, my period was a month late, but I had some breakthrough bleeding. I would also get nauseous late at night. I did break out just a bit, and my sex drive increased. I stopped for a while and started again, and have been on it for a month now. This time my sex drive is lower, and I tend to get dry during sex more often. I'm an emotional wreck. I'm depressed and have lots of anxiety. And I'm always angry or crying. And I'm always hungry and craving things. And my breasts are slightly sore. In the first couple of weeks, I gained weight, then in the last two, I lost weight. But both experiences were different. It does its job of preventing pregnancy, though."

• Gin...
• September 5, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been using Levora for about 3 months and finally coming around to reading these reviews. It makes sense why I've been acting/feeling so weird. I don't recall discussing any of these symptoms with my doctor, but it wasn't till the third month that I noticed the weight gain. Throughout using this pill, I have found myself way more emotional than I usually am. My anxiety has reached its peak. Even though I've worked really hard to keep it under control, I get irritated by almost anything. My sex drive has gone from 4 days a week to once every 2 weeks. Maybe. My partner and I are both very sad about it even though he hasn't left me. I feel like if we didn't come to this conclusion, he might have. Definitely switching to something different."

• Tl2...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2016

For Birth Control "This birth control is horrible. Every negative thing that people have been saying is true for me, besides the positive things (but everybody's bodies are different). I have never had acne before taking this medicine, and now my skin is horrible, my sex drive is lower, I've been super sensitive to everything, and I cry almost every day about literally nothing. I also gained 10 pounds in the 3.5 months I've been taking it. I'm getting a new prescription ASAP!"

• HOR...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 21, 2016

For Birth Control "These pills made me moody, oversensitive. I've had depression problems before, but this just made them come back for no reason, mostly at night. It cost me a very dear relationship. My skin got greasy, mostly on my face and scalp. I gained a lot of weight I'm still trying to lose, made me feel nauseous, and it messed up my liver. I have nothing positive to say about it. My new OB/GYN told me to stop them ASAP, and I did in hopes of seeing the change and getting myself back. Do not take this crap."

• not...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 19, 2018

For Birth Control "I’ve been on Levora for about 14 months. To be honest, I have no idea why I’ve been on it for so long. I experience severe vaginal dryness that makes sex painful during and after. This was not a problem previously; my sex drive is significantly lowered, and I gained some weight. I’m not pregnant, but I’m not satisfied. Switching this month!"

• Anonymous
• April 20, 2012

"I had been on Levora for about 5 years. My insurance put me on that from Levlen (which I had been getting at PP when I had no insurance). The first few years were great-didn't really experience any weight gain, acne increases, moodiness, etc., and it prevented pregnancy as it should. In the last year or little more, though, my experience changed. Levora absolutely started killing my sex drive to the point where I couldn't care less if I had sex, lubrication was very low, and it also took longer to climax. My doctor switched me to Junel Fe, and after 1 month, I'm far happier than on Levora. I'm not sure if my body changed, how it reacted, but it certainly didn't like Levora at the end."

• KKl...
• August 13, 2016

For Birth Control "I went on Levora because I wanted to skip and reduce my heavy periods as well as clear up my hormonal acne. At first, my acne cleared, but around 6 months later, my acne returned and seems to be worse, some actually cystic. My periods are still immensely heavy and around 6 days, but I skip my period for 3 months at a time, so I am thankful I have birth control to be able to only have it a few times a year. I get terrible cramps, and even my parents noticed that my moods are inconsistent and that my depression seems to have worsened. I have gained weight that is seemingly impossible to lose, and my sex drive is so low for a teenager. I'm going to stop taking it after this pack and see how my body reacts."

• Tin...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 4, 2021

For Birth Control "I have used Levora for 10 years now. Great birth control, and I am surprised it only has a 6.2 rating. I never really noticed any major weight gain. It doesn’t give me any headaches or symptoms. I have my period right when it says it’s supposed to come. If I miss a pill or two, I sometimes will start earlier, but that is my mistake."

• Avo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 7, 2016

For Endometriosis "For endometriosis, I was initially prescribed Lybrel. They stopped manufacturing, so I took Amethyst - the only listed Lybrel generic - for 3 years with side effects of breakthrough bleeding and weight gain. Three weeks ago, the pharmacy gave me this indicating Amethyst is no longer available, which isn't true. This med is horrible. I have been bleeding low flow for two weeks (no period in 5 years), cramps, abdominal bloat, and increased a cup for bra size. Quick changes! The intense mood swings - particularly into rage and depression - have been scary. By indicating Amethyst 'ONLY,' CVS will order and my Dr. called in today. Can't get off this quickly enough. Avoid if you can."

• Bri...
• May 4, 2016

For Birth Control "Non-cyclical breast pain, decreased sex drive, difficulty losing weight, discharge. Definitely not the worst I've been on, but the hormonal effects it had on me were not worth staying on it. It also did not do a lot to help my bad PMS symptoms like others I have been on."

• Kri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2019

For Birth Control "I've been on Levora for a month now. I have gained ten pounds, have acne on my cheek and back, and am experiencing spotting and cramps between periods. I can't stand this pill."