Xulane and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 3)

• sam...
• March 23, 2017

For Birth Control "Been on Xulane 3 months starting today. The first month went great, no side effects, noticed my boobs grew a bit. When the second month started, it was going well until I applied the second patch. I had terrible headaches, nausea, extremely lightheaded, and the worst part, extreme stomach pains. I had to remove the patch because of the pain. I almost went to the ER. I applied the third patch of the month the following week and still had some symptoms, but they only lasted 2/3 days. I applied the first patch of the third month this Monday that just passed, and the extreme stomach pain returned along with vomiting and headaches. I've overall decided I'm going to stop Xulane and hopefully find a birth control that won't send me to the hospital."

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2019

For Birth Control "Was on Sprintec, and it was horrible. I would be extremely nauseous, bloated, and all the other horrible things. I expected Xulane to be the same since I was completely off birth control for a month. That was not the case at all. I had little to no side effects. I have an occasional headache, but it’s nothing terrible, and my only concern is it coming off."

• NAa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 18, 2019

For Birth Control "The patch for me is honestly the worst birth control I have ever tried. I had it on for one day, and it was horrible. I knew the side effects and knew I would or could have nausea when starting out. Around 12 a.m., I felt very nauseous, and by that time, I didn't have any food in my stomach. I wanted to eat something but knew I couldn't hold any food down. An hour later, I just got worse, and my body felt so horrible with all the hormones from the patch. Throughout the night, I was nauseous, weak, vomiting, and dry heaving. Which was so bad to the point where I took off the patch. After taking off the patch, I still felt sick, but the vomiting stopped. One of the worst pains my body has ever felt. Maybe the patch was too much for me because I am 4'11 and weigh 85 pounds, but I'm not sure. I've read reviews that it worked for some people, but I will try another birth control."

• NAa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 18, 2019

For Birth Control "The patch for me is honestly the worst birth control I have ever tried. I had it on for one day, and it was horrible. I knew the side effects and knew I would or could have nausea when starting out. Around 12 a.m., I felt very nauseous, and by that time, I didn't have any food in my stomach. I wanted to eat something but knew I couldn't hold any food down. An hour later, I just got worse, and my body felt so horrible with all the hormones from the patch. Throughout the night, I was nauseous, weak, vomiting, and dry heaving. Which was so bad to the point where I took off the patch. After taking off the patch, I still felt sick, but the vomiting stopped. One of the worst pains my body has ever felt. Maybe the patch was too much for me because I am 4'11 and weigh 85 pounds, but I'm not sure. I've read reviews that it worked for some people, but I will try another birth control."

• I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 26, 2015

For Birth Control "I love the patch. I was on the Depo, and it made me miserable. I was bleeding for 3 months straight till I switched to Xulane. This will be my third month using the patch, and the only con is the nausea, skin irritation around the area, and having to reapply it because of clothes or showering. I have gained weight, that I don't mind, but I can't stop eating! I plan on staying with the patch. Highly recommend."

• Ann...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 31, 2019

For Birth Control "So I started back on the patch after being off all birth control for a year. I was diagnosed with endometriosis, and this does help regulate it. While my periods are still a week long, the cramping is so much less. I do get extreme nausea and sometimes vomit because of it, but I’ve also lost 16 lbs in 3 weeks, so."

• AKR...
• November 22, 2016

For Birth Control "Nightmare! I was on the Xulane birth control patch for 2 full months. I have felt like a complete zombie with no energy at all. I can feel depression, anxiety, and mood swings getting worse. I'm starting to get headaches and nausea, which I have never experienced before. The patch doesn't stick very well on the skin. I've gotten rashes, and it's always itchy at the site. I'm giving up on birth control because the crippling mental side effects are not worth it. I'm going back to condoms forever. BEWARE, the mental/emotional side effects sneak up on you over time."

• ver...
• June 26, 2015

For Birth Control "I could tell this patch wasn't for me after two months of being on it. I had every side effect you could think of: mood swings, depression, nausea, vomiting, stomach aches, chest pain, shortness of breath, headaches, tingling in my feet and hands, aching in my arms and legs. It got to the point where I was so concerned I had to go to the emergency room to make sure I didn't have any blood clots and that I wasn't in danger of having a stroke or heart attack. Turns out I was okay, but they took me off the patch immediately. I'm only 22, but I smoke, so I guess that could be why I had such a bad reaction to it. I'm disappointed it didn't work for me because the convenience of not having to take a pill every day was nice. Oh well."

• Mic...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 30, 2022

For Birth Control "Please do NOT use this method! I regret it... I've been on a different type of patch before, and it was amazing. However, switching to the Xulane brand due to them no longer giving the other brand was a horrible decision! Each time I replace the patch, the first couple of days are fine, but towards the middle to end of the days, I start getting nauseous, I can't eat anything, I start getting sharp period pains, I start getting real sick as if I am pregnant. I know the side effects, of course, but never heard of it actually happening. I plan to switch back to the IUD!!"

• Yas...
• August 11, 2016

For Birth Control "I switched from the Nexplanon implant simply because I heard of a recall on it, and I couldn't take the constant dizziness and headaches. I used Ortho Evra before, and it was lovely, but this isn't at all. The first night, I felt like I couldn't sleep. With that being said, I was up for 3 days with absolutely no sleep, walking around like an insane person. Severe pain (hunger pangs) that I think contribute to the weight gain, nausea, and breast pain. I took it off. I tried it again, and the physical side effects have faded somewhat, but depression, anxiety, and mood swings are back in my life 10 times worse..."

• Let...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 18, 2022

For Birth Control "This birth control will give you nonstop headaches (no med will take it away), a lot of anxiety and depression, loss of sexual desire, a lot of anger, a lot of thinking, moody, nausea, bloating… worst BC ever."

• Mad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 30, 2018

For Birth Control "I’ve been on the Xulane patch for 2 1/2 months now, but I just took it off this morning. When placing the patch, whichever butt cheek I would put it on, that leg would go numb for about an hour. I was having crazy mood swings. And every 1st patch of the box would cause me to throw up for a few days. The Xulane patch is not for everyone."

• Jen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2022

For Birth Control "So I’ve been on Xulane for a few months and been okay, but on Sunday, I put my two second-week patches on for the new month, and ever since Sunday, I’ve been having horrible migraines, nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, and high blood pressure. I can’t sleep at night, I’m always tired. I feel like I’m dying! So something told me to take it off tonight, so I did. I hope and pray I go back to normal. Today is Thursday, just FYI."

• Lei...
• June 11, 2016

For Birth Control "When I started Xulane, I had many reactions. I experienced severe mood swings, and Xulane increased my depression and anxiety. I also experienced redness and itching at the application site, which stopped happening about a month later. I experience nausea, headaches, and severe cramping during times of suspected ovulation. My breasts increased in size, and veins are more prominent. They are also more tender. Sex drive has also decreased. My period comes at the expected time and sometimes lasts 4 days to 6. All in all, I like the idea of not having to remember an oral contraceptive every day! I change it three times a month and the fourth week I leave it off. All forms of birth control have their weak points, but I think Xulane works for me."

• Cri...
• September 15, 2016

For Birth Control "This is the first review I've ever written in my life. I say that to say, this is how horrible Xulane is, so bad that I had to write a review about it. I started the patch 3 weeks ago. I was very excited because I didn't have to take pills, which means you have to remember to take them every day. With the patch, you just have to wear/change them once a week. First week of using the patch, I noticed a difference in my body. I was very nauseous, migraines were almost every day, and loss of appetite. Second week, I was very, very emotional, I would cry for no reason along with being very moody. I'm literally nauseous every day now, I have vomited a few times. Long story short, I have pregnancy symptoms. STAY AWAY FROM THE PATCH!! It's horrible!"

• no ...
• August 14, 2016

For Birth Control "I started Xulane in May 2016, all was good. I get very nauseous at times, dizzy, backache. This month I've been feeling very bloated and upset stomach. I took it off for a while because it made me very depressed, and a zombie. I normally have lots of energy, now I am a bum, lol. Ok, I have to force myself out of bed. Increase in breast size, that's a plus so far, but everything else I hate. Can't wait to get back on copper IUD."

• Che...
• March 28, 2018

For Birth Control "Before I explain my experience, let me first state that as long as you use this form of birth control correctly, it will work in preventing pregnancy. That being said, I did use this correctly for 4-5 months and did not fall pregnant once. I did, however, have some unanticipated side effects; after the first 2-4 weeks, I experienced extreme mood swings, more facial breakouts in between periods, an 8-10 pound weight gain/bloat (did not change my diet), my breasts were incredibly swollen, and as a result, I went up a full cup size, intermittent cramping, and the worst of all was the nausea-it was every morning and night. I felt like I was pregnant for the last 3-4 months while on this birth control. I understand that my reaction may differ from others' reactions, so don't let this one bad review keep you from trying it out. It works for many women, but I am not included in that group. I just took off the patch and anticipate going back to normal in the next 4-6 weeks. Good luck!"

• Kok...
• September 5, 2017

For Birth Control "The symptoms made me feel pregnant, constantly vomiting, always wanting to eat, always nauseous. Couldn't really do much for a week and a few days. My breasts became tender, didn't want to be touched, it made me feel horrible. After a week and 2 days, I took it off, couldn't bear with it anymore."

• Oll...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 12, 2015

For Birth Control "This is my first time taking any form of birth control, and I decided on the patch because it has the least invasive side effects out of all forms I've researched. So far, I'm enjoying it. I've had a few negative experiences. During my first three days, my appetite was demolished, mainly because any and everything I consumed made me nauseous, and I also had a pounding headache. Oh, and I bled for nearly a month. I might even be a bit bitchier. But now, everything is back on track. During my first cycle on this system, my flow was lighter and only lasted 5 days (typically it's 10 days). I also lost a bit of weight. My appetite for food reduced, and interestingly enough, my taste palette has been towards healthier options lately. I'm fine with this."

• ban...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been on the patch for a month. For the first 2 weeks, I was fine, it just made me extra hungry and tired. The patch was also placed on my right arm then. Later on, in the third week, it was the worst, I placed it on my lower abdomen. I was feeling so nauseous and sick to my stomach. I could barely even eat, so I took the patch right off."

• ban...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been on the patch for a month. For the first 2 weeks, I was fine, it just made me extra hungry and tired. The patch was also placed on my right arm then. Later on, in the third week, it was the worst, I placed it on my lower abdomen. I was feeling so nauseous and sick to my stomach. I could barely even eat, so I took the patch right off."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2022

For Birth Control "I'm 18, 5 feet tall, and this was my first experience with birth control.... worst possible choice. I put it on the day I started my period, as it stated in the official instructions, and I went to bed that night feeling just... off. A little woozy and very fatigued. I woke up that next morning sick to my stomach. I didn't even eat anything or even drink water before I started vomiting. I couldn't hold down water, tea, saltines, nothing. I kept throwing up for 2 hours before I took myself to the hospital to make the nausea and vomiting stop. I took the patch off before I went, and the next day I woke up feeling so much better. I thought it would be an easy method, just change it every week on the same day, but NO. I would not recommend this to anyone. The nausea, dizziness, and overall crappy body feeling is just not worth it. I could not imagine dealing with that for at least a MONTH after starting when I couldn't even handle one day. I am terrified of starting another birth control now."

• All...
• September 13, 2017

For Birth Control "Do not, I repeat, do not take this birth control. I read the bad reviews and figured it would not happen to me because I never have bad medical side effects. HOWEVER, I got sick to my stomach every time I put on a patch to the point of throwing up. I lost 10 pounds in 3 weeks due to this. I got severe mood swings and a lot of acne. Not worth it. I lasted 3 months and nothing changed."

• Man...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 2, 2022

For Birth Control "I just tried the Xulane patch for the first time, and I couldn't even make it through the first week, my symptoms were so bad. I felt overwhelming nausea, headaches, hot flashes, and gained 10 lbs in a week despite eating normally. I respect people who do fine with the patch, but it was not for me! I'd been on the pill and had Nexplanon before that, and while they both made me a bit moodier and full of acne, they were nothing like the patch. Next step for me will be trying the copper IUD, since hormonal birth control does not seem to be working well for me."

• Sai...
• October 3, 2017

For Birth Control "Currently on this patch. I'm on my 3rd patch. Patch placement was on the buttocks. The first week, got nausea and cramps. 2nd week, less nausea, more cramping. 3rd week (now), extreme bloating after eating. Was recently diagnosed with gastritis, so I don't know if that has something to do with it? Gonna give it one more month."