Tri-Lo-Sprintec for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 2)

• Adi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2019

"This is my second week on this birth control, switching from the Paragard IUD. The pros about this brand are that I don’t have any mood swings (which were really terrible on other birth control methods), my skin looks flawless, and I’ve lost a few pounds (mostly from lack of appetite due to headache and nausea symptoms). I’ve also noticed a decrease in vaginal discharge that I always used to have. The cons are definitely the intense headaches that are debilitating on some days. A lot of fatigue, nausea, and lack of appetite symptoms. The side effect that concerns me the most is the chest discomfort. It almost feels like I’m short of breath with the occasional increased heart rate. It also feels like bad heartburn. It’s hard to explain. I’m going to go through the pack and see how I feel. Hopefully, these symptoms are just from my body adjusting to the pills. We will see."

• MRK...
• September 19, 2017

"THIS IS NOT THE SAME AS ORTHO TRI CYCLEN LO!! I do not care what pharmacists or doctors say. I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for 15 years and loved it and had NO side effects. The 'generic' was given to me because my insurance stopped covering birth control, and obviously, the generic is cheaper. Within 2 weeks, my moods were INSANE - I can't stop crying, and I am just an emotional mess. My boobs are huge and hurt so bad, and I have horribly painful cystic acne all over my face, chin, and neck. It also made my sex drive literally nonexistent. This is the worst thing that I have put in my body. I do not recommend that anyone take this. What's more upsetting is that it is acceptable to tell people that it is comparable to the real medication."

• NYB...
• September 5, 2018

"My insurance switched me from Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo to Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I wasn't a happy camper that they did this, I was told it's basically the same thing. Little did I know those additives were not the same thing. I took Tri-Lo-Sprintec for 2 years, I developed anxiety and was depressed pretty much the entire time I was on this pill. I was having really depressed thoughts and felt like I was going crazy. I've never had a panic/anxiety attack until I started taking Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I've been off it since Jan 2018, and I don't have those depressed thoughts, my anxiety has immensely decreased, and I haven't had a panic attack since. Do NOT let your doctor give you this stuff. I told my Gyno I ONLY want Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo and no substitutes. Usually, insurance companies will cover this product if your doctor asked for strictly that item. Don't let your mental health decrease so insurance companies can save money. You're more important than that."

• Mal...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 31, 2019

"I have been on Tri-Lo-Sprintec for a little over 6 months now. After trying the progestin-only pill, which caused side effects such as anxiety, depression, nausea, and headache, I then was switched to Sprintec, which caused abnormal bleeding for nearly three months. I love Tri-Lo-Sprintec! It took a while for my body to adjust. I had some weight gain. No other major side effects. It tremendously helps with irregular, heavy, painful periods and all other PMS symptoms. My mood is also much more stabilized on it. Everyone is different. Do not let the reviews from others scare you from trying this one. You'll eventually find one that works for you! This one just happened to be the one for me."

• BTa...
• September 21, 2020

"I have had severe cystic acne for all my life. I am 22 now and have been on Accutane twice, which only fixed my hormonal area around my jaw for a year. It has been a month since being on this Tri-Lo-Sprintec birth control, and my acne has significantly cleared. The inflamed bumps have gone down, and I feel much more confident. I have read the first month would be a nightmare, so I was prepared. It was! I have major depression and extreme mood swings. I have lashed out at my boyfriend multiple times, almost causing a breakup of our six-year relationship. I have zero interest in things and slight water retention, especially in my stomach region. I have been working out to maintain my weight, but I feel swollen most of the time. I will stick out this birth control solely for the acne improvements."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 9, 2017

"I was nervous to start this after reading such horrible reviews! I got this from Planned Parenthood and am about to start my fourth pack. This is the only birth control I've ever been on, so I have nothing to compare it to, but so far it has been very good! No pregnancy, haven't had too many side effects. My periods have gotten shorter and lighter. No spotting in between. The only side effects I have noticed are some slight vaginal dryness, but nothing too bad. I did get a few headaches and nausea here and there during the first pack, but again nothing too bad. My body seems to have adjusted fine, and I'm so happy for the lighter periods! I started my first pack the Sunday after my period ended, so this worked out well."

• SUZ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 10, 2019

"Tri-Lo-Sprintec is an effective birth control, but awful side effects. Just like many reviewers, I have been on Ortho Tricyclen Lo and subsequently Trinessa Lo for years... and loved it. Both are manufactured by Janssen, and both have been discontinued. So I was defaulted to Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I hate this drug. It should not be considered an equivalent to the Janssen brands. I have been dealing with acne, weight gain, and zero libido. I gave it 3 months and do not see improvement. I'm hoping there is a better alternative to the Janssen brand after speaking with my doctor. Good luck, gals!"

• TEL...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2016

"Tried to make a longer post but had to cut it short. I have been on birth control since around age 21, originally for acne. I've been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Yaz, Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. My doctor advised me to go back on BC for at least 3 months after returning from a Zika zone. I was sent Tri-Lo-Sprintec from my mail order pharm. NEVER AGAIN! In no particular order, I have extreme irritability, extremely sore boobs, INSOMNIA, experienced my first panic attack, ZERO SEX DRIVE, vaginal dryness, and the worst acne I have had since age 13. This med is NOT the same as Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, so make sure you insist to your doctor that you do not want it. In all my years of taking BC with little side effects, this has been the worst 3 months ever."

• Ast...
• March 25, 2019

"After reading these reviews, I realized I have gone through the same thing as so many other people on here. I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for years and absolutely loved it. My insurance stopped covering it, and I got switched to Trinessa Lo. Trinessa Lo was great, and I didn't even notice a difference. But now, both Ortho and Trinessa are discontinued, and I was forced into switching to Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I was really hopeful it would turn out okay like it did with Trinessa. NOPE! Tri-Lo-Sprintec was awful! I only took it for a week before I had to absolutely stop taking it. 1.) I broke out in acne very badly. 2.) I got bad headaches and slight nausea. 3.) I had pretty annoying mood swings, but the worst side effect for me was the absolutely crippling depression and feeling of sadness and absolute dread. I was paralyzed with depression and sadness on this pill and cried every single day. I couldn't even give the pill a chance for a full cycle because it was just too awful."

• CCa...
• November 20, 2019

"The birth control Tri-Lo-Sprintec worked because I did not get pregnant. I believe this pill was the worst thing to happen to my mental health. I used to take Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, and it was perfect with no side effects. I lost my health insurance, so I was put on a generic brand. I tried to get back on to Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, but was told I could only get the Tri-Lo-Sprintec and was told it was the same thing. I started in March, and at this same time, I was going through troubles with my relationship, very anxious, panic attacks, didn't eat for days, nausea. I thought all of this was stemming from past trauma being brought up and just relationship stuff had caused me to mentally snap. Eight months later, I have full-blown depression, dark thoughts, and life is a trial. The past eight months, I thought I was going crazy, and I started seeing a therapist. I was just having side effects from my pill. I have stopped taking the pill and already feel better, I feel like myself again."

• Kit...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 22, 2018

"I started this birth control while in high school as a normal contraceptive. After 3 months, I began to notice a serious difference in my mood. For the first time in my life, I experienced anxiety so severe that I could not leave my house in fear of everything. I cried day and night over absolutely nothing. I was scared all the time and sad all the time. I immediately stopped the medication after I began to feel this side effect, and it still took me 3-4 months for my hormones to balance out again. This experience was years ago, but I have been traumatized from it, to say the least. I am writing this review to warn some of those who have anxiety and are worried about enhancing the severity of it. I do not suggest taking this birth control."

• DOR...
• October 5, 2017

"I've been on Trinessa (my favorite), Lo Lestrin Fe, now Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I have had bloody discharge for the past two weeks. I have had days of depression where I feel like I cannot move from my bed. I have literally given up on eating healthy, as soon as I got on this, I do not care about anything I eat. Mentally, I'd say I'm not normal. I could sit on my bed and just start to cry. My boobs have grown... like a lot. Nausea usually kicks in at night before bed EVERY NIGHT. I have heart palpitations, and I began to feel like I need to take a deep breath, when I try to, I feel like I am suffocating and can't breathe. I understand I should be taking this for at least three months, but hell no."

• Ano...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 4, 2019

"Have been taking this for about 8 months now. Today is the day I stop, the side effects are horrible. The first few months, I was getting a very heavy period in the middle of my pack, lasting two weeks. I decided to keep taking it to give it a fair shot and have noticed how depressed this birth control has made me. I cry extremely frequently and feel crazy, which is not normal for me, and I do not have any major changes in my life. This has also given me daily migraines, to the point I’d be throwing up at work from nausea and unable to sleep at night. It has somewhat cleared up my acne, but the side effects are not worth it. I’m done with Tri-Lo-Sprintec."

• Mrs...
• September 27, 2016

"I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for 10 years and loved it and had no side effects. I had to switch to Tri-Lo-Sprintec 2 years ago after my insurance wouldn't cover Ortho anymore. Since switching, I have gotten horrible acne, and I never had acne before, even as a teenager. I've also become very moody and have no sex drive. I've also gained between 5-10 pounds that I just can't get rid of. After reading other reviews on this pill, I was finally able to put the pieces together and realized the pill seems to be the culprit for my issues. Once I finish this pack, I'm getting off of it. Stay away from this birth control!"

• lau...
• March 8, 2017

"So far, I've been on this BC for about two weeks, and I can tell you I've actually seen my acne looking way better and no bloating whatsoever. Many reviews were negative, but just letting you guys know, don't listen to them all! Everyone's body responds differently to medication. No pregnancy, which is awesome. The only downfall I've noticed is I'm tired a lot. I recommend this pill to anyone, this being their first BC, it's mine, and I'm 18, and it's great."

• BKa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 20, 2019

"After not feeling like myself for months, I decided to research my birth control (Tri-Lo-Sprintec) and see other people’s reviews out of curiosity. I was shocked to find that many people experienced the same symptoms as I did. After a couple of months of taking this pill, I experienced physical and mental health issues including depression, heart palpitations, shortness of breath that sometimes felt like I was about to have an anxiety attack, irritability, and mood swings that made me angry and later regretful, breast soreness, feeling unmotivated and extremely tired, as well as feeling weak overall, and a noticeable decrease in libido as I got into the 3rd and 4th month of this birth control. Birth control affects everyone differently, but with so many similar reviews on here, I thought I would share my input and strongly guide everyone who reads this to look into another alternative for birth control. I will be getting off of this Tri-Lo-Sprintec ASAP as I feel these symptoms are related to this pill!"

• Jul...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 13, 2019

"I've been taking Tri-Lo-Sprintec for over a year now. When I first started taking this pill, I did have heavy mood swings, I was sentimental and very easily angered, but after the first month, I felt okay. I also experienced a very intense craving for chicken nuggets, which is unusual because I am not really a fan of them. I did notice it cleared up my acne, and I cramp way less. My periods are lighter but last the same amount of days as before I started taking this pill (4 days). As far as weight gain, I have not noticed any substantial weight gain. It works well for me and is very effective."

• Dup...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 12, 2016

"My insurance switched me to Tri-Lo-Sprintec about a month and a half ago without me knowing. I decided to give it a shot since it was free and I was paying $100/month for Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo previously. On OTCL for 2 years, I had no negative side effects, which was a relief after trying everything under the sun (most recently Microgestin FE, which made me incredibly depressed). The 1.5 months since I have been on TLS, ALL of these negative side effects: irritability, depression, weight gain, depression, headaches, lethargy...you name it, I have it. I am SO upset that I finally found something that worked and insurance dictates what pill I should take. I'm speaking with my doctor to fix my Rx ASAP. Not staying on TLS no matter what."

• Pri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2016

"I've been using Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for the last two years. I absolutely love the pill; it got rid of my acne, and I never experienced negative side effects. That being said, I can't say the same for Tri-Lo Sprintec. Recently, my insurance only covers Sprintec. My doc switched me and assured me it's the same exact pill. I've been using it for a week. I'm beginning to break out on my face, which I could live with. What I can't live with is the relentless and extremely painful abdominal cramps and bloating I'm experiencing. These are the worst cramps I've had in my entire life. After doing research, I've found many women share a similar experience to mine. Also, Ortho and Sprintec aren't exactly the same. So, beware of switching to it."

• NOO...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 29, 2016

"I was on the Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo all of my high school years. Never had acne, 3-day periods, no cramps, no bloating, and actually believed it was impossible to gain weight on it. Coming to college, the price of $110 was too much, so I went to the generic. 2 months in, I've gained 20 pounds, horrible cramps, and have horrible acne. Switching birth controls after this pack."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2021

"I’m 21, and I’ve been on this birth control for about 2 months. I’m trying to stick it out to see if I’m one of the lucky ones like some other reviews I’ve read and my body will just get used to it. Since I’ve started taking this, I quit my job, sleep most of the day, never want to get out of the house. Showering and brushing my teeth is even a chore now. I’ve never felt like this before. I was taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen at first, and it cleared my skin and never gave me any side effects. I was on that for 3 years, and I swore by it! The pharmacist and doctor both said this was the same thing, just a generic brand. I can assure you it’s not. I’ve noticed a little change in my sex drive. I have no appetite and can barely stomach anything. I’ve lost weight. Depressed state of mind all the time. But none of this even compares to how bad my acne is! My jawline and all around the sides of my cheeks and face. I never even broke out in these places, and now it’s awful!"

• Job...
• May 12, 2016

"I had absolutely no problems with this birth control. No nausea, spotting, mood changes whatsoever. It reduced my menstrual cramps. Also made my boobs swell, but I think that's a good thing, haha. Anyways, I switched to Trinessa (another generic for Ortho Tri-Cyclen) because it's free with my insurance, and it gave me migraines with aura as well as mood changes. I really wish I stuck to Tri-Lo-Sprintec."

• Ver...
• May 7, 2016

"I wish I could give this medication a ZERO. I had been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for 8 years with no side effects. My insurance switched me to Sprintec, and I only took it for a week when my entire face broke out, which never happens to me. I had horrible headaches and developed an ulcer, which I'm not sure is related."

• MPa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2019

"Switched doctors and started taking Tri-Lo-Sprintec. I was breaking out so badly, like never before. I even switched my face routine and eating habits. After the third month, it cleared up my face so much I was amazed. Still have light scarring, but it feels so good to be able to not wear makeup and have a clear face. Don’t give up, it just takes a while to kick in and get hormones balanced."

• Anonymous
• February 18, 2019

"I was taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 5 years and loved it until I got switched to Trinessa Lo due to having to pay cash for it. I was nervous, but fortunately, the transition was unnoticeable, and I continued to take it for 5 years. In December 2018, my pharmacy switched me yet again to Tri-Lo Sprintec, and I did not know until I got home and couldn't return the 3-month supply. Let's just say, I was right to be nervous about the switch... I HATE IT!! It's been 2 months, and I have been eating everything in sight, which in turn makes me feel bloated all the time. I've never experienced such crazy mood swings, I feel depressed and not like myself at all. I was hoping to just suffer through the 3 months and then try to find Trinessa Lo again. After looking around the Internet, I just found out it's been discontinued. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo too!!! Now I don't know what to do because I'm afraid to try another BC and risk having worse side effects than I have right now."