Microgestin Fe 1.5/30 User Reviews & Ratings

• Dar...
• December 1, 2014

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I was put on Microgestin Fe 1.5 for multiple issues. My ovaries were enlarged, I had a massive cyst on my right ovary, hormones were out of whack, and I was in constant pain. My OB put me on this medicine to shut my ovaries down and level out my hormones. What I experienced with the medicine was this: increased energy, loss of appetite, weight loss, considerably less pain...and just feeling like a human again. I understand that most women don't have this type of experience with any type of birth control, but this was mine with this one."

• Chr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 25, 2019

For Birth Control "So far, I have not had any problems on Microgestin Fe 1.5/30 other than I did not have a menstrual cycle on my week off the pill. Prior to taking this, I was on a lower dose of this same med, and I also had Mirena (IUD). I was having constant breakthrough bleeding on those and very heavy bleeding once or twice a month or with sex. Anyone else experience no menstrual cycle? I am waiting to see what happens this month."

• Ivo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 18, 2013

For Birth Control "I recently switched from Microgestin 1/20 to the 1.5/30 (gynecologist suggestion). I noticed even less cramping, a less heavy period, however, I did get a few cystic nodular pimples around my mouth. I am not sure if it's because of the increase in hormones or something else, however, I will wait for a few more months (I've been on this new birth control for about 2 months) to see if it goes away or gets better. I may switch back to the 1/20 if the acne doesn't get better. I also noticed a few pounds of weight gain."

• tan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I thought I was the only one experiencing such negative side effects on this birth control, but after reading all the reviews, it makes sense to me. I was only on Microgestin Fe 1.5/30 for about three months, but I was the most miserable I have ever been. I had constant mood swings and was always crying. I had low energy, no excitement for anything, and angry for no reason! I would have headaches almost every week. Everyone could tell something was wrong with me, and I thought I was going insane, but really it was the pill. It made my periods more painful, and my cramps were worse. I would stay away from this pill."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2020

For Birth Control "First few months, it was great. No mood swings, periods alright. But after the third month, I now have mood swings so horrible I have a difficult time controlling my emotional state. Crying, angry, anxious, depressed. For no reason at all. I’ll cry at nothing! Get stressed over nothing. Anxiety is so bad I can’t even enjoy life anymore. I’ve also had a rash all over my body, and my face has acne since I started this too! I've never had bad acne. I’m getting away from this right away. It’s downright dangerous and scary. Would not recommend."

• MCJ...
• March 5, 2017

For Birth Control "I took this pill for a year and 9 months as I was about to get married. Do NOT take this drug. I have never had so many health problems in my life until this drug was brought into my life. I gained 30 lbs. I am very health conscious. I've always been no heavier than 147 lbs. I'm a 5'5 dense athletic build. I lift weights, run, eat very little to no meat. I eat a gluten-free, dairy-free, pretty much vegan diet. I have NEVER been overweight. I don't have any pre-existing conditions or anything like that. It gave me acne, HORRIFIC mood swings. Bottom line, I've been off of it since 9/16. I had my period the month after, it skipped 3 months, and now I have a period that I've been bleeding with huge blood clots for 3 weeks. You have been warned."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 12, 2012

For Birth Control "I'm 23 and was on Microgestin for 4 years. The only major side effect I experienced was not getting my period at all for the last 3 of those years. My doctor explained that it's not uncommon for Microgestin to thin the lining of the uterus so much that there's nothing left to shed, and although I certainly wasn't going to complain, it was still kind of weird. Zero cramps, headaches, nausea, spotting, mood swings, weight change, or change in sex drive. The only downside was that my face broke out about halfway through my pill pack every month; not really terrible acne, just annoying pimples. I've since switched to Ocella and seen a huge improvement in my skin, although I got my period again the first month I switched."

• Ama...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 27, 2019

For Birth Control "I've been on it for 8 years without any issues. I do not have a period while on Microgestin Fe 1.5/30, but according to my OBGYN, this is okay-plus, what's there to complain about?! It did not cause me to gain weight like previous pills I have been on. If you're looking to clear up your skin, this is probably not the best choice. I did not notice a difference while taking it (as opposed to other pills I have taken that have cleared up skin well). Overall, I am happy with Microgestin Fe 1.5/30."

• Ms...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 7, 2015

For Birth Control "I got put on Microgestin 1.5/30 to help minimize painful ovarian cysts that I have been experiencing. I usually hate birth control pills because I always experience miserable side effects. Microgestin minimized my ovarian cysts, and I'm no longer in pain. The one and only side effect I had was a yeast infection, but it could have just been a coincidence. I get slightly queasy, but it goes away quickly. I have not experienced moodiness, my face is super clear, no breakthrough bleeding, and no loss in sex drive or a dry vagina. Usually, birth control pills give me all of the negative side effects. I am 31 and have been on this pill for 2 months. So far, I give it a wonderful rating compared to other birth control pills I have tried."

• NoB...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 30, 2015

For Birth Control "I have taken this pill for 4 years now, and I have loved it. My PMS has decreased significantly, and my period cramps suppressed. Before the pill, those were the symptoms that affected me greatly. While on this pill, my breasts are tender right before my period comes, which lasts about 3-4 days, and it didn't do much to my weight. I gained a little weight (which I wanted), but I believe that just came with age (I'm 23 now). Oh, and lastly, my acne cleared up! I suffered from acne since middle school, and it looks as if I never had a bump on my face. Lol. Well, I give this pill an A+ rating, and I'm sure you will too, and love it as much as I do."

• Nat...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 23, 2017

For Birth Control "I went on this birth control for two reasons: acne and protection from pregnancy. Have been taking it for 6 months and always have sex with my boyfriend without a condom. I haven't had a single side effect from this birth control. Never any headaches, food cravings, significant loss or weight gain, bloating. Nothing. My periods have been always regular even before taking this drug, and they are still regular now. A day or two before I finish my active pills, I get mild cramps. Then, when I'm on placebo week, my period comes and is there for a good 5-6 days just like my period is if I were not taking the pill. I never saw any changes in my mood, I don't feel tired and have never been pregnant. I feel like my usual self on this pill."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 5, 2015

For Birth Control "Some personal background: I'm 22, no kids, 115 lbs, I work out 3x a week & eat moderately healthy, & my period has always been irregular. After 3 months of rarely using condoms & mainly relying on my bf's 'pull-out game,' I got tired of being paranoid every month about the possibility of being pregnant, so I decided to go on the pill. First month, it was great! No side effects. I loved it. 2nd month, bloated + boobs swelled/tender + constipation. 3rd, all same side effects from 2nd month + mental & emotional instability + gained 15 lbs. Although I never got pregnant & it regulated my period with perfect timing, I couldn't take it anymore! So I quit it after the end of my 3rd pack, & my body + mental health immediately went back to normal."

• Bru...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 4, 2017

For Birth Control "I started on this pill 5 years ago (at age 20) due to extremely painful cramps that prohibited me from attending class. 5 years later, and I still love it! I went off it once for a few months at one point to see if the pill had caused weight gain; it hadn't. I do not get acne outbreaks. I've only had a handful of times where I had to take two due to forgetting the day before, and have overall had a positive experience from this pill. Libido has decreased a bit, but that's the cost you pay to not get pregnant. My cramps are significantly less; perhaps every other month I do feel some pain, but it's manageable by over-the-counter meds, which before was not possible. I'll likely stay on this until starting a family/make the IUD switch."

• xne...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 13, 2015

For Birth Control "I had to switch from the patch to this, and that was the worst mistake. This pill had so many side effects that came very slowly for the 6 months I was on it, and acne started developing on my cheeks, my chin, and on my chest. The acne was purple and really nasty. I never had acne in my life before! My periods almost went away with this pill, which honestly was the silver lining, if you want to call it that. The worst part was that I had no interest in sex at all. Zero libido. So glad that I am off this pill. It was NOT for me."

• Piz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2019

For Birth Control "I am going on month 3 of this. I have gained 15 lbs, I am moody and unstable/irrational. I honestly was about to go to a doctor to get put on depression medication until I saw these reviews, because I’ve been through my fair share of stuff, and I have never felt this way in my life. I have no interest in things, and I have zero energy. I’m a registered nurse and am relatively healthy, but I am truly struggling to stay on top of a proper diet and exercise on this medicine. It’s crazy I go from being so nauseated I can hardly eat to binge eating enough for a family of 4. I’ve also never in my life had boobs, my husband can’t believe how big they are, but it’s not even like he’s enjoying them because they’re so sore I want to cry even when our dogs bump or hit them. I haven’t had bad skin since college (poor diet, dorm living, sleeping with makeup), and guess what? My skin is worse than it’s ever been before. I only have 1 week left on this, and it cannot come soon enough."

• 25 ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 21, 2014

For Birth Control "This is my first birth control pill and have been on it going on 3 months. Aside from the fact that it seems to be working well with lighter and shorter periods, there are some negatives. It gives me terrible lingering headaches, which sometimes turn into migraines. It also makes me very nauseous. I feel dizzy and squeezed at times. With this said, I take it in the evenings before I go to bed, so I'm not awake during the instant side effects. I realized I have also been a bit irritable, gained weight, and I have also been feeling very overwhelmed by things! With all of this said, maybe I will consider changing over. But each one has its new side effects, so maybe I'll stick it out."

• Ske...
• July 24, 2015

For Menstrual Disorders "I was skeptical of BC pills because of bad experiences with bleeding, weight gain, etc., while on it. My periods started to get extremely heavy and would last for 2 weeks due to cysts. I started Microgestin, and it has been great, no acne, and I have actually lost weight, and it suppresses my appetite. Nothing bad to say about it so far."

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 22, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been taking Microgestin 1.5/30 for almost 6 months, and so far, it is great. My main concern when starting birth control was weight gain and acne, but I was able to maintain my weight, and my skin has significantly cleared up. My period arrives at the same time every time it is due, which is great. Slight headaches and moodiness right before my period, although I experience moodiness throughout the cycle. This took me a while to get used to, but now I am able to control it. I do not use a condom when having sex, so this is my only birth control method, and so far, it has worked to keep me from getting pregnant. I did take antibiotics while on this pill, and it seemed to still work fine."

• 060...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 27, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I had been on my period for 3 months. The Microgestin 1/20 was causing heavy bleeding and blood clots. The doctor switched me to 1.5/30 Microgestin, and I stopped bleeding in 5 days. I was finally able to consummate my new marriage. So grateful."

• br4...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 20, 2015

For Birth Control "I have had the best experience of birth control on this pill. The usual side effects for me on birth control are weight gain, moodiness, no energy, and spotting. I have not experienced any of these side effects on Microgestin Fe 1.5/30. I cannot give it 10 stars due to the fact that I am not as interested in having sex as I was before taking the pill, which brought me down to a normal married person's sex life, really. It has actually made my husband happy on that (guys don't want to have sex all the time, it turns out). Note on acne: no effect. Things to consider: I am 24, I exercise, and I am a nurse, so I am constantly on my feet."

• Bam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2019

For Birth Control "I just finished my first pack of this birth control, and let me tell you, this has been the worst month of my life. The first week was fine until it was time for me to get my period. I expected some light cramping and bleeding, it being the first month. But I was way wrong. My bleeding is still going on, and my cramps lasted for days. Just uncomfortable enough so I couldn’t sleep. To add on top of that, my breasts have been sore every single day. My mood swings and anxiety levels have been unrealistically bad. I’m a happy and outgoing person, so this was extremely hard. Bloating and weight gain have made an appearance. I work out multiple times a week, and it really has done a number on my self-image and mental health. I have decided not to start another pack. I’m going to let my body reset and heal for a month or two before considering other birth control options."

• Gum...
• June 14, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been using Microgestin Fe 1.5/30 for a few months, and it's worked really well for me. I've had terribly heavy, painful periods for 20 years - heavy enough that despite using ultra tampons with maxi pads, I'd have to run to a bathroom every 2-3 hours. On one occasion, I ended up in the ER because I was going through super plus tampons every 20 minutes for over 3 hours. I was a little nervous to try the Microgestin, but my side effects have been minimal. A little bit of spotting, a little moodiness, a little acne, but I've lost a few pounds, and the bleeding is finally under control for the first time in over 20 years. I'm thrilled."

• M80...
• September 10, 2015

For Menstrual Disorders "I like that I don't get a period, but I'm having trouble losing weight. My blood pressure is up, and I have 0 sex drive, along with painful sex and vaginal discomfort. I've taken it straight for 2 years, and I'm giving my body a break."

• Sar...
• June 12, 2019

For Birth Control "I started taking this continuously due to horrible heavy periods that would leave me doubled over in pain and changing my tampon every 45 minutes. I spotted and bled every single day for the first six months on this pill. I finally just stopped taking it for a week when I started cramping and bleeding more heavily. I just let my body have a full period and then began taking it like normal, and the bleeding issues stopped completely. It has helped with my acne, and I have never had any noticeable anxiety or depression due to the pill. My biggest complaint is that over the course of eight months, I have gained over 30 pounds, and my diet and activity levels have actually improved since I began taking it. And it isn't just your typical bloating, I've noticed fat in places where I've never had it before in my life. I've found it incredibly hard to lose the extra weight, the only way to lose even a tiny bit is to basically starve myself for a week, and then it immediately comes back."

• ddb...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 2, 2016

For Birth Control "I have been using Loestrin Fe 1.5/30 since Sept 2012. I've been on various other BC pills since 1999, and this is hands down the best I've experienced. I have zero side effects. My cycle is perfectly 28 days (to the hour), my period is short (2 days) and light (I use light absorbency tampons or a pantyliner). I cannot recall the last time I experienced cramps, and I only ever have acne in places I touch my face. I love this pill."