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

• E20...
• January 14, 2013

"I switched to Tri-Sprintec because I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, and it was getting too expensive. I was terrified after reading reviews, so I thought I needed to post mine, saying I noticed no change. I've always had blemishes, so I don't blame Tri-Sprintec for that. It's not any worse. No bleeding, period the same time and length and flow as before. No moodiness or cramps. My experience (two months so far) is that I feel like I'm still on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, my side effects didn't change at all, but I'm saving so much money!"

• Anonymous
• April 8, 2009

"Well, I'm an 18-year-old teen just trying to be safe and smart, but continue a normal life with little side effects, and this pill definitely did that for my twin sister and me. We love it. It's small and easy to swallow. No mood swings, no cramps, no sleepiness, or confusing abnormal bleeding that worries you for days. It's wonderful. We both recommend this to whoever is looking for a reliable contraceptive pill."

• Jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 24, 2020

"I’ve been on Tri-Sprintec for a week. No side effects (no acne or weight gain) except I have realized that I do get moody or irritated quicker, but I try to manage it. Also, the first 3-4 days of taking the pill made me really nauseous after taking it, but then it went away after I ate something sweet. I’ll update again once I complete the month and get my period."

• Nic...
• November 25, 2014

"I've been on Tri-Sprintec for years, and my period is extremely regular, and I get it on the same day every month. Acne has always been an issue, but it has definitely lightened up a bit since taking this birth control. If I miss a pill, my body lets me know. I get very nauseous and experience cramping just because I am so reliant, in a sense, on it. Also, I never had any significant weight change at all while taking it. I also have gone up a cup size too! I've had no trouble with Tri-Sprintec and would recommend it to others."

• BCb...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 19, 2016

"With every online review, you have to take it with a grain of salt. Everyone's bodies are different. I was prescribed Tri-Sprintec when I was 15 and have been using it for the last 5 years. I rarely had any skin problems, besides the monthly pop-ups everyone gets. Stress, food, genetics, and physical health are contributors to breaking out too. I didn't gain any weight, I didn't get sick (unless I took it on an empty stomach), and for being sexually active for a few years, with this pill, I haven't gotten pregnant. There are several reviews out there that are horrible, but my experience has been a good one. I am sorry for those who experience otherwise, but don't let all the negativity deter you from choosing something that could be good for you."

• Anonymous
• September 26, 2009

"This is my third type of birth control pill over the last 4 years. I've gone on and off birth control, mostly because I'm not sexually active very much unless I have a boyfriend. Currently, I'm on my 5th packet. Pros: CHEAP! $9 at Wal-Mart. No taste. Easy to swallow. Periods reduced to 4-5 days when they were lasting 7-8 days before. Cons: Bad nausea and headaches on the first 3 packets. Slight breast tenderness upon resuming a new packet. Usually only lasts for a couple of days. Delayed periods. On my old birth control, I would get them the next day after stopping a packet, but now it takes 3-4 days for it to start. Painful cramps for the first day of the period. Overall, I'd recommend it. All types of birth control will give you some of these side effects."

• Han...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 19, 2020

"So I've been on it practically a month, I have 5 pills left. First week, I was super emotional, so I decided to take it at night, and that worked a lot better for me. I stopped getting random mood swings. My skin is a lot clearer now. Downside is I just had my first period on it, and I've been bleeding for a week and a half. It was light at first, and then it got really heavy. I'm on my 10th day on my period, and it's like a massacre, it won't stop. I'm hoping it ends soon, and my next period isn't as heavy, but if it continues, I will probably switch. I've also had really bad cramps during this whole ordeal."

• Sha...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 3, 2014

"I love Tri-Sprintec! It has regulated my cycle and cleared up my skin. The first couple of months, I was a little nauseated when I took it, but that has gone away. This pill helped to balance out my hormones and actually helped me to lose weight. No complaints other than the 1-2 nights of nausea I experience when I start a new pack. Oh, and it's FREE."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 2, 2020

"I was switched from TriNessa several months ago. I know they are supposed to be the same, but where I had no issues on TriNessa, I experienced multiple issues on Tri-Sprintec. I really wish the company had not discontinued TriNessa and all the others. Tri-Sprintec is awful."

• 94c...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 16, 2013

"Been on this pill for 6 months now. Never had any problems like everyone else. I always had trouble with my periods; lasted 8 days, super heavy, sick when I started, and bad cramps. Plus my period lasts only 4 days. The only side effects I have are light cramps and not as hungry anymore. I weighed 160 lbs and now weigh 147 lbs. I love this pill and will continue taking it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 9, 2013

"I have been on this pill for about a year now, and I just cannot deal with it anymore! I used to be so happy, but lately, I'm a different person, someone who is not nice. At first, I thought just I hadn't gotten used to it yet, but as more time has gone on, I am hateful, severely depressed, nauseated, very tired, and constantly just an unhappy person. It has affected my relationships with everyone, and the next chance I get, I'm switching to something else. I'm not saying it will do this to everyone, but I know it has been awful for me. One thing it has done is what it was supposed to do, it kept me from getting pregnant."

• No...
• September 4, 2009

"I am 28 years old. I have never felt any side effects from any birth control I have ever taken. My doctor, however, switched me to this one because of the price, I assume. Since I began taking it a month ago, I have been extremely emotional, crying when I'm happy, crying when I am sad. My mood swings are having an effect on my relationship, my kids and husband, as I am less patient and more tired. My face is also breaking out, which normally only happens when I am PMSing the week before my period. I called my doctor today to switch me off of this. I am only stating my experience to reassure others if having the same side effects that it is not you coming down with depression. It is only the pill."

• Cla...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2016

"Please listen to your doctor and do not read reviews. I was scared to death when I was reading all these horrible reviews. I've been on this pill for a month now, and it's been wonderful. Not moody, I feel it has actually made me more relaxed and laid back. No bloating. Have not gained weight. Take it correctly, and take it at the exact time and every day."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 6, 2019

"Just like many things, everyone's experience will be different. It is my first time ever taking birth control, my boyfriend and I are very sexually active, so I wanted to be safe and get on the pill. We have unprotected sex all the time without him ever having to pull out. Despite all the negative reviews, I gave Tri-Sprintec a try. I didn't really notice the 'side effects' until the third month in, which is normal. The only negative thing I can say about this pill is that it has increased my appetite. I gained roughly 5-7 lbs, I found myself snacking a lot more and just having an appetite all the time. My boobs also grew a bit, and they're more tender. As far as acne, I haven't broken out at all on this pill. It works, and I'm not experiencing mood swings or anxiety, I take it at 4 pm every day."

• tim...
• August 9, 2010

"I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for nearly 10 years and hated the thought of switching pills (insurance purposes). I started Tri-Sprintec about 5 months ago, and I cannot tell the difference between the two. I was concerned with the nausea, vomiting, and weight gain that others talked about but had none. My face is still clear as ever, my periods are still very light, and I feel fine! Definitely worth the change!"

• ABQ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 25, 2014

"This is my second form of birth control, and I absolutely love it! My insurance pays for it, so it does not cost me one penny. When I did pay for it, it was less than ten dollars. I started on the Depo shot, and I hated it. I gained 40 pounds on it, and it affected me tremendously. Tri-Sprintec hasn't let me down. I have used it for a little over two years now. My boyfriend and I have been together for a year, and we have been baby-free. It continues to work for me. I haven't gained any weight. I don't get mood swings. The only difference I have noticed is a little bit more cramping, but nothing major. Cramps have been bearable. If you are looking for a steady birth control, then this could be for you."

• Anonymous
• March 3, 2010

"Tri-Sprintec was the first birth control pill I used. I chose it because I was told it would help with acne. (And obviously as a contraceptive). At first, Tri-Sprintec was good for me, it helped my acne (it didn't completely go away), and my boobs got bigger! And well, I wasn't pregnant. However, after two months, I began to notice myself having mood swings. This was so strange for me because I am such a relaxed, chill person. I couldn't ignore that I was moody. Little irrelevant things that happened with my boyfriend would make me very sad/mad, and well, I don't think I've ever cried as much as I did when I was on this. It was beginning to interfere with my relationship, so I stopped taking it. This was just me, so it may be different for you."

• Bri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 28, 2014

"I have been on this birth control for 3 months now, it seems to be effective. I am baby-free, and my periods are more regulated now. However, I have noticed that I am hungry ALL the time... all I want to do is snack and have really intense cravings. I haven't gained any weight because I try to keep that under control, but it is hard. I have also noticed that this birth control has helped with my breast soreness/tenderness before my period. Now they do not hurt nearly as badly, whereas before I was in terrible pain, so bad that it hurt to put a bra on. Oh, and this medication is free, so that's a plus."

• JDW...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 4, 2014

"I started Tri-Sprintec a month ago, not by choice but because that was the only thing the health department had in their inventory. The nurse told me it was exactly the same as the other pills. I could definitely tell a difference in myself, though, just after starting them! My emotions were out of control, and I kept going into deep depression mode! My appetite was pretty much gone too, so I wasn't eating. A good tip is to keep a journal once you start a new pill, so you can keep track of breakdowns, mood swings, and how often they're happening. I had a breakdown at work, crying in front of my boss and everything. I decided to stop the pill, and since then, I've felt great."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 17, 2019

"The first year of being on Tri-Sprintec, I did great. The second year has been rough. Bad anxiety, depression, and I'm just so freaking tired all the time, some days it takes everything I can do to just make it through an 8-hour shift and make it back to my bed. I've always been a very energetic person until this past year. I also haven't had a sex drive in forever, it seems like. And these mood swings, I can't even deal with. I've really been struggling the past year. Never really thought that it was the birth control doing all these crazy things to me."

• Jes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 15, 2020

"I’ve been on Tri-Sprintec for 6 months now. The first three months were awful, but now I really love my birth control. At first, I was having awful mood swings, depression, and random crying spells. I stuck with the pill, and then after getting married in December, all my bad symptoms subsided. My acne has gone away, and I’ve never had skin this clear! My periods are very manageable, and I can control my period if I want to. So far, no pregnancy, but I’m super religious about taking my pills on time and try to use backup prevention when on antibiotics. I completely sympathize with all the ladies who have put reviews on here, but thankfully my symptoms have gone away, and I’m going to stick to this pill. Best wishes!"

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 28, 2020

"I’ve been on Tri-Sprintec for about 5 months now, for bad cramping. I’d like to say that I am a lesbian, so this is not a contraceptive for me, it was just to alleviate my period pain and heavy bleeding. The first three months were the worst. I gained a little weight, was the most moody I’ve ever been, and was sad often. However, once you get past all of that in those 3 months, it's a lifesaver. My period pain has decreased so much that honestly I’ll forget I’m on my period, it’s made them lighter and shorter. My skin is clearer, the weight I lost from the first 3 months is gone, and I’m not moody anymore. However, it does kill my sex drive almost completely, so if you are worried about that, take it into consideration before trying this birth control."

• JC6...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 19, 2016

"I have been on this medication for over 9 years, and it works great for me. My periods are way lighter, and the pain is much more manageable. It causes no mood swings or weight gain for me. Overall, it works great and is very affordable; my insurance covers all of it, but even without insurance, it's only $9/month."

• mmr...
• April 23, 2009

"I have been on Tri-Sprintec for 7 years and have overall had no problems with it. I started taking it to clear up my severe acne. I had been to dermatologist after dermatologist and had been on every cream and pill to treat my acne, and nothing worked until I got on Tri-Sprintec. I did not gain any weight, my skin cleared up, my periods were regulated, and I did not experience any spotting or anything like that. I am changing birth control pills after this pack due to longer periods. My period had always been about 6-7 days, but the past few months it has been 10-12 days. I'm not sure if the lengthened period is due to the Tri-Sprintec, but I never had any problems with it until recently. I would recommend Tri-Sprintec to anyone."

• Lau...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 24, 2013

"I've been through the mill with birth control pills. I've probably tried and quit 10 contraceptives. I LOVE this pill, though. It helps with regulating my periods since I have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), and now I'm actually able to get pregnant. I might mention that I'm a decently sized woman, too. It completely stopped my acne. I've never, knock on wood, had any problems with blood clots, quickened heart rate, high blood pressure, headaches, increased appetite, decreased appetite, tenderness of breasts, or an increase in the depression I already suffer from. I would recommend this contraceptive to any woman. Get this birth control! You will not be sorry."