Junel Fe 1/20 and Mood Swings: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 21, 2020

For Birth Control "This birth control is horrible. I was switched to it from another and have had numerous side effects. Do not take this product. It has made me uncontrollably emotional for no reason and caused weight gain. Stay away."

• Ove...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 25, 2016

For Birth Control "Been on Junel for over three months now, and I've noticed a huge change in my mood. I snap at the smallest things, have no remorse towards how I act, and then bawl my eyes out the next moment. It's to the point now I have called my doctor and told them I don't want to take it anymore, but they said I have to finish this month. I'm dreading this month of what may come. I already suffer from depression, and this is just making it much worse."

• nkk...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 10, 2019

For Birth Control "This pill was not a good fit for me. I experience many side effects that I have never experienced before, at least not like this. I was on Lutera before for three months, then used Junel for four months. Immediately after switching to Junel, my libido was basically non-existent. I was bloated all the time and gained 5 pounds (even though I had been the same weight for almost 1.5 years). I was experiencing some mood swings in the evening, but not like when I was on Lutera. Junel claims to help with acne, but it did not help with my acne at all. While taking this pill, I experienced more acne than I had for like three or four years, but it did not affect acne to any extreme. I am switching to Ocella next week. Hopefully, that will be a better experience."

• Mar...
• December 21, 2020

For Birth Control "Junel Fe 1/20 was the worst experience ever. It gives me huge mood swings, including extremely easy to be irritated or very easy to cry over tiny details. What is even worse is that my period is now out of order. Sometimes I have 0 periods within a month, but I have two periods within a horrible experience. I talked to the Kaiser doctor several times, and they refused to change the prescription."

• Nic...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 10, 2019

For Birth Control "I started taking birth control because my cramps were awful, and my periods were very heavy. Junel Fe helped a lot with the cramps and made my periods much lighter, but it made me really depressed. I figured it was maybe just a rut, but it went on for a couple of weeks, and I realized something wasn’t right. I started to have awful mood swings and was crying at least once a day. This went on for a couple of months, and I ended up switching to a different birth control because the mood swings and depression were not worth it."

• Dog...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 25, 2018

For Birth Control "I’ve been on Junel Fe for about two months, and it has shortened my period and made my cramps easier to deal with, but I’ve experienced EXTREME nausea. There are certain days when all I can think about is how nauseous I am. I also have experienced mood swings, anxiety, inability to focus, fatigue, and almost constant bleeding all throughout the month. 6/10 sort of recommend."

• Moe...
• June 15, 2020

"I've been on this Junel Fe 1/20 pill for four months now and so HATE IT. The first couple of months were fine, I just noticed I was a lot more emotional, but I have NO sex drive at all, and I hate it. Even sex isn't pleasurable for me because I'm never horny ever."

• Han...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 24, 2018

For Birth Control "I have been on and off of Junel Fe 1/20 for this past year and previously took Loestrin, and before that Depo-Provera (worst three years ever!). I started taking Junel Fe back in January, and by the first week, I was already regretting it. I was eating everything in sight, having the worst mood swings, and 0 sex drive! I finished the first pack and gained 10 pounds in one month, and then took a break from it. Recently, I have had a pregnancy scare, which I resorted to getting another pack just to give it another try. Needless to say, my mood swings were awful, and my sex drive was nonexistent, to the point that sex hurt. Also, in trying another pack, one hour after taking a pill, I would feel nauseated and lethargic. Do yourself a favor and do not take these. They are a nightmare!"

• Sam...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 11, 2018

For Birth Control "At 18, I went on birth control to help with menstrual cramps that would cause me to miss school, they’d get too bad. I was on Microgestin for ten years and never had a problem. Last year, after switching PCPs, I was put on Junel Fe. I experience major mood swings, random emotional outbursts, lost my motivation to do pretty much anything active, and developed anxiety. The problems didn’t stop there. This past July, I was admitted to the hospital with a pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung) that almost killed me. All from switching to Junel Fe."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 25, 2015

For Menstrual Disorders "I have been taking Junel Fe for 1 complete year after switching from Loestrin because of the expenses. Personally, it did great for me for preventing birth control. But I gained 18 pounds and always have food cravings. My breasts gained 2 cup sizes and are always sore...it's hard to sleep. My emotions are all over the place, I can be fine one minute, then I am angry and crying my eyeballs out the next for no reason. My anxiety increased severely, and I was depressed. My acne got worse, and my periods were awful. Obviously, this pill wasn't for me. I am finishing my pack and then starting a new one that my doctor prescribed. It's the generic for Yaz, which has me worried. But I will give it a try since I know my doctor would not recommend it if not safe."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 14, 2020

"I started taking this birth control, which my doctor just decided to put me on since we are in the middle of the pandemic (don’t know why she couldn’t have a telehealth appt with me and ask me what I wanted), and I have only taken three weeks' worth of it, and I must say I ABSOLUTELY HATE IT. I randomly was driving one day and got so nauseous out of nowhere I had to pull over and just start throwing up. Secondly, I have been in the WORST moods. I am usually a very upbeat and happy person, kind of known to be nice, and I have mood swings and anger issues so bad it’s scary. I would highly NOT recommend this. I decided to not finish these pills and am demanding to switch because my husband and mother cannot take my anger and neither can I. I also wake up drenched in sweat, which never happened until I started taking this BC."

• Dan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 10, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been taking Junel Fe for about 3 months. I already suffer from anxiety, but after taking this pill, it has been so hard for me to leave the house or just do normal daily tasks. My anxiety has gotten so much worse. I have been moody and even meaner. I feel like I’m a completely different person. The only good thing about this pill is that my periods now only last about 3 days, and my periods are light and not heavy anymore. This was my first experience with birth control, and after these 3 months of anxiety, mood swings, and my sex drive completely disappearing, I decided to stop. My sex drive has gone down so fast. My husband and I have not had sex in a whole month, and I have no desire to have sex or do any sexual activities. I’m scared about the side effects of going off. I also started taking herbal remedies to help boost my sex drive, and they are good for women’s health. I have taken those for 2 days, and I already feel a little better."

• Hat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 15, 2016

For Birth Control "This medicine is horrible for me. The first time I took it, I felt it 20 minutes after. I had random spot pains all over my body, insomnia, throwing up, dizziness, my limbs went numb, and my already diagnosed anxiety and depression got 10 times worse. I could not rest, it felt like my body was going 100 mph. I had horrible mood swings, and it affected my relationship even though he understood. I felt very angry and hostile. I cried over almost anything, with terrible migraines and canker sores. I also got blood clots. I am 95 pounds. I would not recommend this to anyone."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2023

For Birth Control "I have been on Junel Fe 1/20 for almost a month now, and the side effects have been horrendous. By the second week, I started breaking out, leaving my face to become dull and dry. Spotting was coming and going, but the worst side effect is the depression and mood swings that come with it. This whole first month I have been non-stop crying day and night, and it's hard to find motivation for school in the morning. I do see that my appetite has increased drastically, which is a good benefit, but the fatigue is dangerous. I spend all day having to put my head down and take a break because I physically can't keep my eyes open :("

• 123...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 17, 2017

For Birth Control "I have been on this birth control for over 3 years now, and it has been amazing for me. I tried Sprintec and had crazy mood swings and depression. After switching to this, my life has completely changed. I have very regular periods (I know that I will start in the morning on Tuesday of my period week), and my periods have gotten much lighter and shorter. I used to bleed heavily for 7-9 days, so this birth control has worked wonders. I don't think it has made me gain weight, but it is hard to tell as I graduated college and took a desk job a few years ago, which influences weight as well. All in all, I have only gained around 10 lbs, whether it be due to the birth control or taking the desk job. I would highly recommend."

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 9, 2016

For Acne "I just completed my third month on Junel. At first, it made my skin experience the worst acne I have ever had in my life. I experienced tons of tiny breakouts all over my face and cystic pimples, both things I have never seen on my face before. I decided to give it time because many say your skin needs to get worse before it gets better; however, after three months, it never did. When I would go on my placebo weeks, my skin would clear, and when I started the pill, it would break out again. I would not recommend taking this medication for acne. In addition, I noticed terrible mood swings while on this medication. Many of my friends and family remarked that I was hostile at times. I felt deep depressions that I have never felt before."

• Che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 8, 2019

For Birth Control "It is horrible!! I’m on the 28-day pack & only lasted a week on it. I would have severe migraines & terrible mood swings. I’m not an overly emotional person, but I was crying because I couldn’t peel an orange. This pill makes me sad & sensitive… don’t recommend."

• Bab...
• June 25, 2019

"I got on Junel Fe 1/20 to try to get periods on track to become pregnant. The first day was fine. Second day I turned into a crazy, emotional, dramatic monster who hated everyone. I'm very bubbly and lovely even on a bad day. I didn't feel myself at all on this. I have horrible acne now, which I've never struggled with. Maybe a breakout here and there every few months. My breasts are so tender without even touching them. My back has been killing me since I started it. The nausea subsided after the first week, thank goodness, but the second week I began eating everything in sight. I've gained weight, and I'm so bloated it's ridiculous. I'm always tired and have no drive. And the everyday, nonstop headaches are awful. My anxiety is through the roof, which I had just gotten under control before taking this. I also have no sex drive at all. I am only supposed to take it for three months, but I can't even make it three weeks. This was a horrible experience with no benefit."

• Jas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 27, 2021

For Birth Control "I’ve been taking this birth control for about 4 months now. I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for about 7 months. Mood swings, acne, bloating, anxiety, you name it. I was advised to switch to a lower estrogen birth control, and that’s when I started Junel Fe 1/20. I’ve had ultra-light to no periods, and my mood swings, bloating, anxiety GONE! I’ve had the best experience with this birth control. I’ve been on the IUD twice, and nothing has been as good as this brand of birth control. I’ll get a cyst on my chin around the time I’m supposed to get my period, but other than that, everything has been great. I take my pill before bedtime."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 28, 2017

For Birth Control "Was switched to this birth control after my previous birth control was back-ordered at my pharmacy. Within 2 months, noticed extreme mood changes/swing, depression, severe anxiety-picking fights and crying for no reason. I've never written a review for anything in my life, however, this pill has affected me significantly different than the non-generic version (Microgestin Fe), despite being told it 'is the same makeup.' Everyone reacts to pills differently, however, be cautious if switching from the non-generic version."

• Anonymous
• February 2, 2021

For Birth Control "I started the pill over 5 months ago. I dealt with very long (3-month) heavy periods. My doctor prescribed this birth control, and at first, it was amazing, my cycles went normal, etc. Then, in the 4th and 5th month, I started having headaches, emotional issues, then very bad chest pains at night when I lay in bed. It felt like my heart was in pain. I started breaking out in hives at night. It was a total nightmare. I will not be taking these pills ever again!"

• Gem...
• April 4, 2017

For Birth Control "I started taking this pill in February, and I spotted every day for two months. After taking the placebo pills in month #2 after my period, the spotting stopped, and everything is back to normal. It helped lighten my periods and eliminate cramps during my period. However, I do get cramps after taking the active pills occasionally. I don't experience any mood swings, acne, or weight gain."

• Scr...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 7, 2019

For Birth Control "This pill is not worth it, EVER! I have PCOS and was given the pill to help it. I naturally am an anxious person, but the 6 months or so I have been on this spiked the anxiety! I was more emotional a day or two before my period than I ever was before I was on the pill! Then, there is the nausea right after taking it, which has led me to physically get sick from how it messes up my stomach. No appetite. Then, there are the horrible cramps and clot-filled blood, which was made WORSE by taking this pill. Nope! Never again! I was on Microgestin for years with minimal side effects. This pill has been 6 months of awfulness that literally only makes you feel worse the longer you take it. I cannot wait to finish the next 2 weeks of this pack. I'd rather get ovarian cysts than take these. Heading to my OB-GYN to switch back, ASAP! Ladies, if you find yourself anxious, stomach sick, PMSing, fatigued, crampy, and heavy bleeding while on this pill, you are not alone. Beware."

• sea...
• March 22, 2017

For Birth Control "This birth control is trash. Do not take, especially if you have suffered from depression in the past. I was extremely irritable and snappy. The mood swings, like I am crazy. Please avoid if sensitive to these things."

• Bri...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 26, 2018

For Birth Control "Wow, reading all of these Junel Fe reviews has answered a lot of my questions. I've wondered why I've had migraines out of nowhere and pressure in my head, feeling like I'm living with my head in the clouds. On top of that, the anger and the general lack of the ability to feel anything other than the depression, which has never been so bad before. And the breast pain, I get these lumps and they're so painful I can't even touch my boobs. I need to change my pills ASAP. I was also on Microgestin before this, and I mean, I had breast pain a little and mood swings close to that time, but nothing like this. It has literally made me despise my boyfriend and not want him to touch me at all. Zero sex drive. I cannot believe I didn't think of this stupid pill."