Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate and Bleeding: What Users Say

• Liv...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2021

For Birth Control "I was so scared to start taking this pill because I came on here and read all the negative reviews. But what you have to remember is that everyone's body is different and will react differently on this medication. For me, I have not had any changes whatsoever. I am still completely the same person I was before I started taking Mono-Linyah. No mood swings, cravings, bleeding, depression, or anything negative like that. If you are about to start this medication and are worried after seeing all the terrible reviews, just remember I was scared to take it too and I couldn't be happier with it. I have nothing bad to say about it! Just remember everyone is different and if you have a negative reaction to it there are plenty of other options to try!"

• LAb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 3, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started out with Sprintec, and everything was fine unless I missed a dose. I got switched to Estarylla, and I’ve been bleeding for 4-5 months now. When I first started the Estarylla, I wasn’t bleeding, then after a while, I just started bleeding every day, NONSTOP."

• Liz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2021

For Birth Control "Horrible. My pharmacist told me it's exactly the same as Sprintec. I've been bleeding for almost two weeks and have felt so insecure and emotional with hormone swings. I just straight up stopped taking it. I have an appointment with my OBGYN on the 15th, and I'm demanding I get Sprintec back or to send me to another doctor who can give it to me. It's not identical, it's worse. I wish I never took Mili."

• Rev...
• January 23, 2020

For Birth Control "Everyone seems to only want to discuss the bad when reviewing different methods of birth control. Overall, my experience being on Sprintec for 4 months now has been significantly better than average. The only type of birth control I was on before was Depo, and Sprintec has been a dream in comparison. I love this birth control because I have absolutely no unexpected bleeding, significant weight gain, or complexion issues on this birth control. Since I started Sprintec, my acne-prone problematic skin cleared up in less than a month! No more quarterly trips to the dermatologist now that I am on the pill. Most importantly, I don't have to worry about pregnancy. I have not noticed myself being overly emotional or unusually depressed while on any type of birth control. My only complaint is stomach issues for the first 7 days upon starting and craving at the beginning of the cycle. I would definitely recommend this birth control for pregnancy prevention and acne treatment."

• Anonymous
• October 19, 2011

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was put on this pill to regulate my period, but I was on my period when the doctor gave it to me. I have not stopped bleeding for 3 weeks straight. I started the pill a week ago, and I find it gets worse - the cramps, the bleeding, and blood clots. I'm emotionally drained, tired all the time, and feel sick. I've been on birth control to stop bleeding before, and it worked within 2 to 3 days. I don't know when I'm going to stop bleeding, hopefully soon. I'm getting so tired of it. I just want to feel normal again."

• Jan...
• February 26, 2020

For Ovarian Cysts "I am finding through more and more reading of reviews is that a lot of these higher estrogen, progestogen pills ruin lives. This pill absolutely destroyed my mental health. I had dark thoughts, I was aggressive and severely depressed. I gained back 10 pounds that I spent the last few months losing within the first month of this pill. I bled for three weeks straight and had super dry, itchy skin. Plus, it made sex unbearably painful, which I have never experienced before. I was practically manic depressive and extremely anxious with migraines and didn't have the energy. I do not recommend this at all, and I am really considering stopping birth control altogether as I am about to start Apri, and they say the same side effects happen. If you are trying this and have any symptoms, especially emotional and the weight, and pain down there from dryness and sex being unbearable, STOP ASAP and try something new. Please take care and don't ignore side effects."

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

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This pill worked perfectly for me for the first month. Now it’s nothing but bleeding constantly, and I’ve been on it for about 6 months. So basically, 5 months of bleeding because of this pill and blood during intercourse when I get a day break from the bleeding. DO NOT RECOMMEND!"

• dre...
• March 10, 2013

For Birth Control "I started taking birth control pills a few years ago, but after trying 5 or 6 different ones, I started taking OTC. This is the ONLY pill I have tried that does not make me bleed through half the pack, clears up my acne to an extent, does not affect my mood, and makes my cramps basically nonexistent. It is a miracle pill for me. I think because it has varying amounts of hormones each week that mimic your own cycle, it works better for many women. I have not experienced any difference in my weight, I've started working out since I began taking this pill and have lost a little weight. The thing I am happiest about, though, is that I do not have breakthrough bleeding."

• Jhe...
• July 18, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have always suffered from heavy bleeding since I was 16, and now I’m 39. I was put on Mirena IUD but had to have it replaced since it fell out twice. Was put on Sprintec about 8 months ago and have been spotting nonstop straight like a stuck pig in a butcher shop ever since. There have been times where I have had to change my Super + tampon and overnight pad all at once within 15 mins because I bled so bad and almost fainted. I also have fibroids. I have not been able to keep my appointments with my gynecologist and have to keep canceling my ultrasound/consultation for a hysterectomy due to the bleeding. And on top of this, my new doctor said I should never have been put on Sprintec in the first place due to my high blood pressure. I hope this helps someone because I came here crying and fed up because I have no one else to relate to. Good luck, ladies!"

• lan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 3, 2020

For Birth Control "Alright, so when I was prescribed this, I was so scared to take it after reading some reviews. I just got on Accutane a couple months before going on Sprintec and was scared it would mess up my skin, but it actually helped so much with my skin. Another reason why I was prescribed it was before this, I got the copper IUD, worst decision of my life, and didn't stop bleeding for 4 months after I got it removed. I was still bleeding, then 1 week after being on Sprintec, the bleeding completely stopped. Don't be scared off from taking this medicine, everything works different for people. I also suffer from an eating disorder and was terrified to gain weight. It's been 5 months of me on this pill, and I haven't gained a pound. The only thing I have noticed is that my boobs and butt got way bigger, and my boobs are always kinda sore, but I'll take that over constantly bleeding all the time."

• tli...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 7, 2013

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "My doc prescribed Sprintec and said to use with the 'skip method,' where I skip inactive pills for a few months and only get 4 periods a year. Sprintec gave me horrible mood swings and anxiety attacks during the first few months. I was a nervous wreck, and my husband hated me. I hated myself. After that, it was good for a while. But now I've been spotting on and off for 3 weeks, with cramping and times of heavier bleeding. My sex life also is non-existent."

• Kka...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I’ve been on birth control pills for the last 10 years and never once experienced breakthrough bleeding until switching to Estarylla 3 months ago (I had been using Spintec for the majority). I’m now on my 9th week of nonstop bleeding. My mood swings and depression haven’t been this bad in years. I’m going to my doctor next week to talk about getting a different kind of birth control altogether (probably an IUD) because this experience has been rather traumatic for both my body and mental health. Please stay away from this brand of birth control pills."

• San...
• March 9, 2020

For Birth Control "This birth control worked amazing for me. I only got breakthrough bleeding once, which was annoying, but after a month it went away. My face cleared up real nice, and I didn't get my period until the last 3 days of the week. I never worried about getting pregnant. Without insurance at Walmart, it's only $9 a pack, and I would get a 3-month supply for $27. I highly recommend."

• Nan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2018

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I don’t really do this (write comments), but since I went through hell...I thought I’d share my experience. On my 3rd week of the pill, I started heavy bleeding and thought...OK, this could be breakthrough bleeding. But I began bleeding heavy - clots big as my palm. I became short of breath and felt a shock through my body and felt dizzy. I was going in circles. I got an appointment with OB/GYN right away. The doctor did an exam, everything was okay, but my pulse was 180! He sent me to the ER. They put me on IV fluids, exams, tons of blood work, and at the end, I received 2 bags of blood. They ruled it was the birth control that got everything so wacky due to all my labs and exams being okay. They advised NOT to take it again. I'm on meds now to help stop the bleeding and will have a follow-up with OB/GYN. I understand that the outcome of the medication is different for everyone. The reason I took this birth control was to regulate my periods. I would have heavy periods, but never this heavy. I hope this helps anyone looking into taking a birth control."

• Anonymous
• August 16, 2020

For Birth Control "I was on Sprintec for 10 months and got pregnant. I took the pill at the same time every day. I experienced breakthrough bleeding the entire time I was on it. I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone. Horrible product."

• Nat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 22, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started this birth control 3 weeks ago, and I have been bleeding every single day since! My mood swings are horrible. Let's just say I'm done! I refuse to wait it out, switching to another method asap! Would not recommend!"

• jls...
• December 22, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Sprintec sucks!!! The reason I got on the pill was so I could have sex and not get pregnant!! Well, it works because I can't have sex because I won't stop bleeding!!! I first started taking the pill in October, all was well. When I started taking the placebos, I started my period and it lasted for two weeks. It finally ended. I decided the next time to skip the placebos so I wouldn't bleed for two weeks. Well, I started to bleed anyway, and I've now been bleeding for probably close to a month now. It hasn't really helped with acne or anything either. IDK whether to continue to take the pill and hope for the best or stop taking it and maybe my bleeding will stop??? Ugh!!!"

• xAc...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 28, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have done nothing but bleed while on the Sprintec pill. I have bled, and bled, and bled, to the point where I needed to use bladder leakage pants to help with the bleeding, as I would go through pads and tampons like crazy. I used a whole box of 18 tampons in one day. (Super and regular) they were both dripping. (TMI, I know) Honestly, this is the worst medicine I have ever taken for birth control. Would not recommend to anyone. I don't even take the sugar pills!"

• Lil...
• March 14, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I'm starting my last row of pills tomorrow (the placebos), and I still have a period. I have been bleeding for three weeks straight, and I'm going into the fourth. My doctor said that it could take three months. If I still have a period on my second pack, I'm leaving this brand. This is ridiculous."

• leo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started taking these Tri-Sprintec, and I hate them. I'm going to stop today. I haven't stopped bleeding really heavily for more than 7 days now, and I have so many blood clots that are huge too, not to mention my cramps are worse than they were without birth control."

• Dan...
• February 22, 2011

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I'm not sure what's causing the abnormal bleeding, but I've been on my period for 20 days. Stopped the period one day and now bleeding again, this has never happened to me before when using any other birth control."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This has been the worst experience! I am 39 and just got put on birth control for the first time due to PCOS. I took Junel for 3 months with no major side effects other than almost constant bleeding, so I was switched to this to control the bleeding. I’ve taken this for one week and can’t get out of bed. I’m getting hot flashes/chills and very nauseous. I have no appetite, and thinking about food makes me gag. I’ve alternated between constipation and diarrhea. My anxiety is through the roof, and it takes effort to leave my house. I get dizzy/shaky and feel faint every day, and my heart is racing. I am going to stop taking this and hope I can get back to normal."

• Dee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 3, 2012

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "When I started Sprintec, a couple of days later I started having side effects. I started being really short with my kids. Then I started going into panic mode every time they went anywhere, and they both are teenagers. And I had nothing to worry about. Then I started spotting, which I know was going to happen from reading the reviews. So I didn't mind that. But the panic attacks got worse, my chest started hurting, then I started bleeding and clotting non-stop, headaches, lightheadedness. My MD finally told me to stop taking them. I was bleeding so badly I was homebound for weeks. And I'm still bleeding some. Went from having no period to bleeding non-stop. Thank God I'm a nurse, or I would be in the hospital."

• Lov...
• March 2, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been told I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, my period was never normal. If I go a year without bleeding, then all of a sudden I started bleeding for 5 months straight. Being overweight, my doctor told me I would have to take two Depo-Provera shots, so I did. I continued to bleed heavy and hard and very painfully, so I decided to find another doctor, and he prescribed me Mononessa. I stopped bleeding in one week, and when it was time to take the last 7 pills, I was nervous to take them because I didn't want to bleed, but my period came and it was so light, no cramps, just a little moody. So glad I finally found something that truly works for me."

• Jb0...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2014

For Birth Control "After years of having awful period cramps to the point of the first 3 days of it starting, I always had to call out of work because I could not do a thing but lay down. Heavy, very heavy bleeding. I have only been on this pill for a month, and my first period was actually wonderful. Very light bleeding and almost hard to tell cramps. I even lost 8 pounds without even trying. My face has also cleared up. I have tried all sorts of different birth control, with nothing working closely as well as this. I hope it continues to work this great."