Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate for Acne User Reviews (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• October 18, 2016

"This cleared up my acne entirely! It took about 5 to 6 months before seeing results, definitely worth the wait. It's been 10 months, and my face is CLEAR. I get a few pimples here and there, but other than that, no complaints."

• Ale...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2018

"Well, my experience with Tri-Sprintec: I’ve been on it for 3 weeks now, almost on my second pack. I switched from Tri-Previfem to this. This birth control gives me horrible side effects. The first two weeks, I was nauseous all the time and having headaches all the time. This birth control is stronger because I am now growing a linea nigra, believe that’s the name. But on the good side, my period is not heavy. I’ve been having unprotected sex, and so far, so good. Other than the side effects, it’s good. This, but I’m on birth control for my skin."

• Lex...
• April 25, 2015

"I started back in October after suffering about 6 months with acne that just kept on getting worse. I had pus-filled pimples and small cysts. I didn't see major results until about 2 months in, and even then I was still getting one or two cysts. On my third month, I wasn't getting cysts and would only get small pimples. I suggest if you start the pill and don't see results immediately to just stick with it for at least 3 months. After my pimples went away, I got red hyperpigmentation (which a lot of people have been blaming on the pill; it's not, it's from the old pimples), so now I put a little bit of lemon on those parts to lighten them, and it's been working. As for my period, it lasts for 4 days now instead of 7, but I still bleed a lot."

• Anonymous
• December 9, 2019

"I originally started taking this birth control pill to help with my hormonal acne. Three weeks in, and I feel insane. I am incredibly depressed, having feelings of worthlessness and in such a dark place in my mind. I feel like I don’t know who I am, and I can’t control my thoughts. I cannot go a day without crying. I feel insane. Please, if you are feeling this way, know that you are not alone. I have stopped taking it, and I am hoping to get it out of my system soon. Can't the pharmaceutical industry make a pill that doesn't make so many women feel like rubbish and make them feel so depressed and anxious."

• Ano...
• March 23, 2014

"I have only been on this pill for one cycle, but it seems as if my acne is worse. I was put on Trinessa solely for my acne, and now I'm considering stopping. I have read reviews, and the vast majority of those reviews mention a huge flare-up in their acne, just as I have, which makes me think that this isn't unusual. I really want to stick with it, but I'm not sure my self-confidence can handle it."

• woo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 22, 2017

"I just finished my first month on this pill, and so far, so good. I was on Tarina FE 1/20, but it broke me out HORRIBLY, so my doc switched me to TriNessa. No weight gain, no stomach pains, no increase in acne, AND no baby. Hopefully, in a few months, it'll clear my skin. A lot of people are saying this pill made them gain weight, I actually lost some, and my boobs got a teeny bit fuller (not much though). Without insurance, I pay $20 per pack at PP."

• che...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 22, 2020

"I was prescribed this Tri-Sprintec brand of birth control to control my acne about 18 months ago, but I also use it for pregnancy prevention. I can honestly say that my acne has improved, and I only experience minor breakouts during my menstrual cycle. However, in the last 2 months, I have been experiencing extreme nausea and have been throwing up at night or in the morning for no apparent reason. I discussed this with my doctor, and they seemed to believe it was unrelated to the birth control, but on the pill-free week, I did not have these symptoms, so I am suspicious but can’t confirm. These symptoms did not occur until about a year after taking this pill, which is why my doctor doubted the sudden new symptoms being related. Up until this point, I have been very pleased with this medication, and it has made my periods short and mild, which has been really nice, and I didn’t notice any weight gain or mood swings like I have when taking other medications."

• gin...
• November 28, 2015

"Went on this to try and get my hormonal acne under control, and while it took about six months to get rid of my acne, I couldn't be happier with it now. (I've been on it for about eight months, and now I don't have any cysts or whiteheads. It feels like a miracle!)"

• She...
• January 18, 2016

"I started taking this birth control in September when my acne started to become uncontrollable. It has helped immensely with my hormonal skin issues. However, I started breaking out along my cheeks where I had never previously broken out before. I realized this area was related to stomach issues and read that birth control can kill the good bacteria in the stomach lining. If you're experiencing breakouts along your cheeks, I highly recommend taking a probiotic daily in conjunction with your birth control! It has helped immensely! My skin is looking so much better! However, each month I seem to get really depressed right before the week of the placebo pills and am hoping this side effect subsides! Just be very wary of this!"

• lan...
• March 26, 2017

"I've had terrible acne for as long as I can remember, always around my chin and cheek area. I felt so horrible about myself and finally went to the doctor and was put on Ortho Tri-Cyclen. It definitely did not work right away, but I did enjoy the light periods. I'd say after three or four months, my acne started clearing beautifully, and I've been on the pill ever since. No weight gain or mood swings. I felt like my normal self. Although, maybe two months ago, I forgot to get a refill and it took a while to get it, so I obviously wasn't taking it for a week or two, and my acne went crazy again! I also started to experience mood swings and was very tired. (For anybody thinking about stopping)"

• Kay...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 27, 2020

"I switched to this Tri-Sprintec birth control from Mylan from a doctor's recommendation. After taking it for 7 months, my skin has gotten much worse before my period, where I get painful cysts all over my chin and T-Zone (something that hasn’t happened since my teen years!). I was hoping it would clear up the few whiteheads I get before my period, but it only made it worse :( But other than that, it kept me pregnancy-free, and I had no other side effects."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 9, 2018

"For the first couple of months, I was so moody and irritable. It got so bad sometimes I almost gave up, but I stuck with it. My acne was not improving, but by the third month, I really started to notice a difference. Five months later, my acne is almost completely cleared up, and I don't suffer from the depression or anxiety I had before starting this pill and in the early stages. It also helped to regulate my periods, which used to be all over the place."

• DIS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2019

"I cannot leave the house without wearing makeup because my face is so scarred from the rapid outbreaks of taking Tri-Sprintec for 3 months. I stopped mid-pack because it became unbearable. It is heartbreaking to see so many other women being put through the same thing."

• Eli...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 20, 2019

"This worked wonders for my skin. I used to have bad cystic acne and tried everything in the book (except birth control). My dermatologist recommended it, and I have maybe had 2 breakouts in 8 months, and my skin is just prettier. I have gained a substantial amount of weight since taking it, but I am not sure if that is the pill or I am just getting older and my metabolism is slowing. If you struggle with acne cysts, I highly recommend this pill."

• kay...
• January 5, 2017

"This is my very first time taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen, and I love it! I asked my doctor for a good birth control pill that worked with acne, cramps, and periods, so she suggested this! At first, I thought about switching because my acne got terrible (worse than ever), and I didn't have a period for 2 months. I gave my body some time on it, and it turns out this pill is amazing! I no longer deal with bad acne or acne at all! During my time of the month, I will get a couple of pimples, but nothing too dramatic! I'm also using Clinique acne solutions face wash, toner, moisturizer, and mask. IF YOU ARE WANTING TO SWITCH, PLEASE DON'T. Let your body get used to the pill before you act on it. I am on month 2, and periods last 2-3 days, and I hardly ever get acne!"

• Est...
• March 18, 2019

"I was prescribed Estarylla by my gynecologist in an attempt to lessen my hormonal acne. That said, I did some research on Estarylla before I took it and came across an overwhelming amount of negative reviews. Despite that, I trusted my gynecologist and decided to try Estarylla. WORST. DECISION. OF. MY. LIFE! I suffered from minor side effects such as breast tenderness and back aches, all the way to more severe side effects like horrible mood alterations, paranoia, and heightened anxiety levels. My panic was so bad at one point in the day that I had to take my prescription anxiety medication to calm me down (which I haven’t had to do in months). I’m not saying “don’t try Estarylla,” as all bodies are made different, but please be careful and consult your doctor first!!!"

• rm1...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 19, 2016

"This birth control is the second brand I used, and I love it in comparison to the other one (Aubra) I used! Aubra made my acne worse and gave me horrible mood swings. I honestly thought I was becoming another person. Switching to Tri-Sprintec was a decision I do not regret. This medicine works like a charm! Cleared up acne, lessened my PMS, and so far no mood swings! Gained no weight, but make sure to exercise a normal amount a week and watch your diet while on this pill!"

• lll...
• December 11, 2016

"Before getting on this, I was experiencing severe acne after having tried a new skincare system and foundation. I didn't even know I was capable of having skin that bad. I was so embarrassed. I had never been on birth control before (I'm 21), but I was desperate. I had my doctor prescribe this to me. I would say for the first month or so, my acne got worse - especially around my chin area. I also had terrible mood swings and depression in the beginning, but I kept going and my skin started to get clearer. Then, right before starting my 5th pack, I broke out again. But it was like all the acne that had been underneath my skin came up and then disappeared. Now, on month 6, I'm pretty much clear besides hyperpigmentation. Be patient!!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2015

"I went on my first pack this month and am taking my third week right now and just experienced some major breakthrough bleeding (which I guess is normal, so we'll see how it keeps going), but as far as my acne, I used to have insane cysts on my cheeks and chin. Within one week, I had no cysts but just minor small pimples, which I'm totally fine with. So I'm on my third week, and I don't get the painful cysts anymore. I just had one or two small ones on my chin, but that's it! I would recommend it for acne, but the breakthrough bleeding scared me."

• Hol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 17, 2019

"I was on Trinessa for 10 years, the most recent time I went to pick up my prescription they switched me to this (with no warning). I have had the worst experience. I’m on week 3 and my face is inflamed with huge under-the-surface bumps on my cheeks. Haven’t had acne like this since I was in 7th grade & was prescribed Accutane. I am about to throw the pack in the trash and demand my old medication back... can’t take this. Also, headaches (constant) & weight gain (put on at least 8 lbs in the first two weeks)... but these issues are nothing compared to the breakout I’m experiencing."

• mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 15, 2018

"I started Tri-Linyah 3 months ago for hormonal cystic acne that was spreading and getting worse by the day. After 2 months, I noticed a difference, and now after 3 months, I am almost 98% clear. I think by month 4 I will be 100%. I only have some scars right now, but very little texture. I also have not gotten pregnant. I have had NO negative side effects whatsoever, in fact, I was extremely depressed, even suicidal, before taking Tri-Linyah, and now I hardly feel sad or emotional unless there is a good reason. Overall, very pleased!!"

• EJF...
• December 21, 2019

"Worst experience. Never had bad hormonal acne (initially took bc because of bumps on my chin and the side of my mouth), but this made my cheeks break out for months. I break out with hives when I have anxiety attacks - this made it worse. Became extremely angry, violently aggressive, irritable, zombie-like. Cried every day for the past year and a half. I'm young and married, but my libido was DEAD. No sexual desire for my husband. Actually made me feel VERY indifferent towards him. Suffered from severe depression before, and this year it hit me like a truck. No motivation, no energy, no drive. The past month has been the best month in just over a year - my skin somehow is the best it's ever been, and I can slightly control my emotions better. Still get angry and feel my body heat up. Still cry a lot. And still no sexual drive. Just started Microgestin yesterday, so hopefully, it's better than this."

• Anonymous
• October 17, 2010

"I'm 16 years old and was put on Tri-Sprintec for my terrible acne condition. I'm on the 10th day and have experienced little to no side effects. Although my appetite has increased immensely, and I have become exceptionally sleepy, the pill is sort of helping my acne. I also hoped the pill could increase my breast size, but no difference (YET). I started off the pill weighing 104 pounds, I'm now 107 pounds. No vomiting, but I get headaches constantly. No mood swings, but I do feel more antisocial. I take it at night, so it does its job throughout the night. I would recommend the pill to anybody."

• Mcs...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 18, 2018

"I started taking this birth control to clear up my acne because topical face washes and medicines weren’t working well. Tri-Lo-Marzia pretty much cleared my skin, I still get small spots here and there and usually right after my period, but it only lasts a day or two. My periods are right on time, and the bleeding is minimal, and I never get cramps. Though I didn’t really get cramps before either, so I’m not sure that’s the birth control. I feel like I retain weight, I gain a bit more, but I’m small, so I don’t gain weight that much anyway. Sometimes I get weird cravings, and it’s harder to get wet before sex, but that’s not so bad. Overall, this has worked really well for me."

• Ort...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 3, 2019

"I'm on my first pack of Tri-Lo-Marzia. I just finished the 3 active weeks. I was switching from Ortho-Tri-Cyclen-Lo, and my concerns were: * weight gain * acne * loss of sex drive * shift in mood. My skin was probably my biggest worry, but it's possible my skin looks better than it did with Ortho-Tri-Cyclen-Lo. I have not gained any weight. Really not feeling any different re: appetite/ water retention/ cravings. Sex drive - I did not need to worry about a decrease here. This may be the biggest issue - I always thought I already had a high sex drive, but omg, this pill is making me a little too feisty. Wondering if my hormones are adjusting. Mood... the first few days I was a little road ragey, but it's possible I may have been anyway, but I felt a little different/ more unstable. That seems to have passed. Overall, still feeling like my happy, sometimes anxiety-filled self, but just a hyper-sexual version of myself."