Xulane and Weight Gain: What Users Say (Page 2)

• 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."

• Jaz...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 9, 2019

For Birth Control "The first few weeks on the Xulane patch were horrible. I’ve had heavy periods, bloating, and headaches. Now, there are no side effects at all, maybe a little weight gain, but I’m fine with that. The patch sticks with no problem (I wear mine on my buttocks because my 9-month-old baby likes to play with it if it’s on my shoulder or back, and it’ll loosen up). So far, so good, no pregnancy or anything. It’s the best birth control that I’ve had. I would say the first few weeks or month may be horrible, but once your body gets used to it, it will get better."

• 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..."

• 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!"

• Anonymous
• July 12, 2015

For Birth Control "I have been on Xulane for six months now, and I'm sticking with the patch. Before Xulane, I was taking the Depo shot, and I had my period for 3 months, it was horrible. On Xulane, I do get mood swings, and since I seem to be tired a lot. I've also gained some noticeable weight. These would be the only cons, besides that, I love the fact I only have to change the patch once a week, and my period always comes the week when the patch is not required. I've always got my period for nine days, now my period is only 5 days. I love it!"

• Ape...
• February 18, 2020

For Birth Control "I was on Xulane for 3 1/2 years. I had tubal ligation, and my surgery was only supposed to be a half hour, but it ended up being an hour and a half. My body was full of adhesions, so my doctor could not find my ovaries! I have been dealing with intestinal spasms ever since. Going on 10 months and still on medication to treat them. Xulane caused me weight gain, mood swings, and pain where the patch was. NOT A GOOD CHOICE!"

• 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."

• Ano...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 19, 2021

For Birth Control "I have been on Xulane since 2016. Works great to protect from pregnancy and didn’t fall off ever. I did not gain weight but had migraines every now and then. I have noticed my body odor changed, not that it was bad, but more strong. I never puked, and spotting wasn’t extreme. I did feel less fertile and more irritable, so I decided to take a break last year. Mentally, I felt more feminine and attractive when I was off. But then, the risk of pregnancy was a stronger disadvantage. So, I went back after a year break with no problem. It is definitely harder mentally, especially during ovulation on patch 2. Feeling like I’m going from zero to hero and back every 5 hours. Overall, I find it easier and better than pills and injection (gained weight on both)."

• Goi...
• July 6, 2015

For Birth Control "I started Xulane after Implanon and the NuvaRing. I had severe weight gain and depression on Implanon and some moodiness and breakthrough bleeding on NuvaRing. I've been on Xulane for one month so far, and I absolutely love it! I alternate from my abdomen to my butt every month, and it doesn't even budge or begin to peel off - it sticks! The only bothersome thing about it is I began to break out a little more - I've always had acne problems, but these have been more cystic acne than usual. It seems to be calming down though. Also, I get a lot of fuzz stuck to the adhesive on the patch itself, so I just pick it off if it gets to be noticeable. Best of all - my period pain has been non-existent and my periods very light."

• bri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2015

For Birth Control "I have not experienced any major negative side effects except for weight gain, some skin irritation, and premature period symptoms. I recommend rotating the patch placement every few weeks. My period symptoms usually occur a couple of weeks before my actual period. On the third month of usage, I gained about 5-10 pounds. It's very effective for what it's supposed to do. My partner and I have not used any form of protection. I like the patch due to the ease of it and not having to take an oral contraceptive daily. The pros outweigh the cons."

• Not...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 23, 2019

For Birth Control "In the past, I have tried contraceptive pills. The first one made me depressed, the second one made me really tired and nauseous. I went completely off birth control (BC) for several months after that, but after a pregnancy scare, my husband and I decided I should go back on BC. I wanted something that would be good for petite people and had heard the patch was great for small women. The first month was interesting, as I had nausea and I was extremely emotional. After a while, I wasn't bothered by the patch as much, and it helped my periods become lighter with less cramps, and I only have to change it once a week! The negatives would be that I feel fatigued most of the time and have had sudden weight gain. I still wish there were better birth control options out there, but this one has been the best for me so far."

• cas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2015

For Birth Control "I've been on the patch now for about a month and a half, and was previously on NuvaRing for birth control. Since I'm not a huge fan of oral contraceptives (I forget to take pills regularly), this seemed like the perfect option. Unlike NuvaRing, my libido hasn't disappeared a month into my new regimen, I don't seem to be gaining weight, and I don't have headaches. In response to the people who say the patch doesn't stay on, try wiping the application site with some rubbing alcohol on a cotton round. I haven't had trouble with the patch staying on once, and I'm six patches in. The only problem is that sometimes the adhesive around the edges gets some lint stuck to it, or the patch will wrinkle a bit in the middle, but other than that, it's great."

• Kay...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 21, 2018

For Birth Control "Worked well at preventing pregnancy, but horrible side effects. I have been experiencing crippling depression, mood swings, and anxiety, as well as slight weight gain. Up until being on this birth control, I was the happiest and most positive person, I was motivated and loved life... I recently got off and quit using it because I am realizing what it is doing to my body. The good does not outweigh the bad, and I will be quitting birth control for good."

• Sun...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 30, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been on the patch for months now. At first, there was stomach pain and nausea, which I still have sometimes, but now there's weight gain. I'm fatigued 24/7, and my menstrual cramps are 10,000 times worse than they were before."

• Din...
• February 19, 2018

For Birth Control "I have been on the Xulane patch for three months now, and I haven't had any major problems. I had nausea on the first day I used it, but it settled quickly. The only thing I will say is that it does get a bit itchy, and it peels a bit around the edges all the time, which gives me a bit of anxiety, but I haven't had any scares. My periods have gotten lighter, and the duration of it is less too. No weight gain, less acne, no mood swings - it's great so far! I'd recommend it if you're not prone to getting headaches or nausea."

• Coo...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 24, 2022

For Birth Control "I've always been sensitive to any hormonal birth control. I tried pills and the ring, both no good with horrible side effects like weight gain or mood changes. I was afraid of going on Xulane, but I had no other choice being this non-invasive, so I gave it a shot. I've now been on it for 2 years, no side effects except for dry skin on patch areas. The first month I had some sleepiness and a lot of hunger, but it went away shortly. Love this! Don't knock it till you try it. It's just a sticker. I recommend doing it on your lower abdomen and switching sides every week."

• Ang...
• June 2, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been on Xulane on and off as my postpartum method of birth control. I don't experience bloating, weight gain, rashes, or nausea, which is good. However, I noticed that after wearing a patch for 3 days to a week, I start to get yeast infection symptoms. I've gotten about three yeast infections while using Xulane. It works, I just wish it wouldn't give me an uncomfortable infection. I used to use the Ortho Evra patch, which is 20 times better and by far the best patch in my opinion."

• dot...
• March 31, 2016

For Birth Control "Before the patch, I was on the shot for two years. I decided to take it off after gaining weight (from 130 to 160), and I was experiencing really bad pain in my lower abs and back at random times. I went to the hospital, and they said everything looked fine, so I suspected it was the birth control, so I switched. So far, this is my 2nd month on this patch. Got my period when I was supposed to, and it is so light and exact timing! The only bad side effect is I get nauseous at random times, but once I eat, I'm fine. No more weight gain yet, my appetite seems to be normal, if not less eating than before. My boobs are always hurting, and it's annoying. Take my bra off right when I get home 'cause I can't take it!! Hopefully, that will end soon!"

• ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 17, 2021

For Birth Control "I recommend this birth control. I went through 5 different birth controls in 2020, and I finally found one that didn’t make me feel preggo! The only downside is that it makes you gain weight. I've gained 35 pounds in like 5-6 months! I'm switching because of that and also because of summer coming up."

• 22F...
• February 7, 2017

For Birth Control "I could even last two days with the Xulane. I had the Evra patch years ago and liked it, so I thought I'd give this patch a try. Literally, after having it on for a couple of hours, I got a migraine and then woke up to medium-severe cramps that lasted all day along with the headaches and then nausea. I literally felt sick to my stomach. After taking it off, I was able to feel a little better, no more major cramps but still feel sick. Hoping this goes away soon. I'm absolutely done with BC. Rather be celibate. Oh, and I forgot to mention I literally gained 3/4 lbs within 2 damn days."

• ang...
• June 8, 2016

For Birth Control "When I first started using Xulane, I would get really bad nausea for 2 months. Now I am on my 5th month using and still have spotting in between my period. Also gained 5-6 pounds so far. I hate this patch. Thinking of switching to something else soon. Only reason I chose this is because it's the easiest, I only have to change it once a week."

• I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2016

For Birth Control "I started using the patch around 2 months ago. I loved it at first. I needed the hormones because I have hypothyroidism, and I needed more estrogen. I mainly took it because my health condition caused me to have acne all the time, 2 periods a month, and I started growing facial hair rapidly. I tried this, and at first it was pretty cool, my hair stopped growing so fast, my periods were predictable, my acne was gone, and my small boobs grew. But all of a sudden, after 2 weeks, I started getting crazy mood swings and feeling sad. I was snappy and had so much attitude. Then I started noticing that sleep was getting difficult. And I ended up gaining weight like crazy the last 3 weeks on it. Itchy everywhere. Took it off today, and I feel very nauseous. Not worth it."

• AM1...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 2, 2015

For Birth Control "Been on it for about 6 months. Experiencing weight gain, low libido, still making me breakout often, chest pain since I've been on it, crazy hair loss. With Ortho Evra, never had any of these problems and was on it for about 3 years total. I am trying to find a different method, Xulane is not for me."

• Fun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2016

For Birth Control "I've recently started the patch due to health reasons - not contraception (although it is a win-win). I haven't been on BC in over 10 years, so I have nothing really to compare it to. However, I will say this: I've found that the Xulane patch makes me a bit nauseous at times, but those phases never last more than 10 minutes, although those 10 minutes can be very intense. It gets to the point where I'm salivating, extremely warm, and feel as if I am about to hurl (but I never do). That typically happens twice a day. I've also found that my usual problems with constipation have diminished since being on the patch (I no longer think that is coincidence). My breasts are also more full (plus for me, lol), but also more sensitive; minor weight gain as well."

• Lov...
• March 22, 2016

For Birth Control "I love it. This is my first time using birth control, and it does its job. My boyfriend and I had an unplanned pregnancy, after I lost it, I decided birth control was a good option. I'm 25, and I still get my cycle, and I gained a little weight, not too much."