TriNessa User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Ano...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 28, 2013

For Birth Control "I've been on Trinessa for almost 3 years because my period is out of whack, it's the only thing that works. My period comes every 4th week of the month. The first week I started taking it, I felt like crap. I had almost every side effect, but my doctor told me to keep taking it. It helped with my migraines and cleared up my skin. The only side effects I have now are bad cramps and back aches, but other than that... LOVE IT! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND."

• Anonymous
• August 23, 2018

For Birth Control "First birth control I've ever tried and very pleased with it. Skin improved by about 90%, and my awful cramps are virtually gone. Have not experienced any type of depression or anxiety. If anything, I've had less because I'm less stressed out about my face and getting pregnant! May have slightly gained weight (around 10 lbs), but I believe that is more because of changes with my exercise at this time. Side effects with birth control are highly variable. Don't be afraid to protect yourself!"

• EER...
• December 31, 2014

For Birth Control "I switched to TriNessa after being on a lower estrogen pill for three months. The previous pill caused some irregularity in my periods. TriNessa did regulate my period. But the improvements in my acne on the other pill unraveled a bit. I get acne just like I did before ever going on birth control. Sex drive has decreased slightly, but nothing detrimental. No weight gain, but I do have one terrible evening of nausea once a month during the week before the placebo pills."

• yay...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 14, 2013

For Birth Control "Been on Trinessa for 8 years for mild acne and birth control. At first, it helped with my acne significantly, but it also made me gain 15 lbs (even though I was working out like usual); I feel like the medication decreased my exercise tolerance and motivation. Now that I'm in PA school, my acne has returned. Part of the weight gain was in my breasts, but also everywhere else. It also worsened my PMS symptoms, making me more emotional and irritable. Not fun to feel like you're always in a bitchy mood. Overall, it did its job, helped with my acne (at first), and was cheap, but the weight gain and worsening PMS symptoms were not fun. I recently switched to Implanon because I hate taking daily pills and want something more long-term."

• All...
• March 20, 2013

For Acne "I have been on Trinessa for six months and have decided to switch to Loestrin. I have the worst acne I've ever had, not just my face but my back and chest too. I get headaches all the time, and I've gained 20 pounds. It's like my appetite for food skyrocketed. My appetite for sexual activity, however, got depleted, which is frustrating."

• Mdy...
• April 13, 2016

For Birth Control "I began taking this medicine primarily to not get pregnant and a little for the acne part. I have not gotten pregnant, and it really didn't do much for my skin. You definitely need to have food in your system when you take it, I figured that out the hard way. My only complaint on this is I have TERRIBLE mood swings with this medicine, and it has worsened my already present anxiety and depression. I thought it was just me, but other women I know taking this have said the same thing. Going to talk to my doctor about switching during my next appointment because the moods are unbearable and affecting my relationships."

• Hap...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 14, 2012

For Birth Control "I've been on TriNessa for 3 years now, and I couldn't be happier. I always start my period on a Tuesday or Wednesday, and it only lasts until Sunday and is very light. It is also very inexpensive. I pay $4/month for a pack. When I first started, the only side effect I had was a little bit of weight gain (3-4 lbs). It definitely helped clear up my skin, but I do get the occasional zit here and there. I still have a little bit of cramping before my period, but the doctor says that is normal, and no pill can really prevent that. Just the natural part of the body. I haven't had any changes in side effects over the years, and it has definitely done its job of preventing pregnancy. I would highly recommend it to others!"

• Dil...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 29, 2017

For Birth Control "For anyone coming on here and reading all of the unfortunate side effects TriNessa has caused - don’t worry yet! It might work great for you. When I was first prescribed it, I read what the internet had to say about it and I was terrified! I’ve been on it a little over a year now, it cleared my HORRIBLE, PAINFUL acne! That was the original reason it was prescribed. On top of clearing my acne, it also shortened my cycle from 7 days to 4, a much lighter period that isn’t getting in the way of my life. This pill also significantly reduced the amount of migraines that I get. Good luck to everyone, hope you find what works for you! <3"

• Mer...
• April 26, 2016

For Birth Control "Ever since I got on TriNessa, horrible experience by far! I'm nauseated all the time, even with a meal, even changed times to see if that would help. Nothing worked, and I have anxiety, that went up so much ever since I've been taking TriNessa. I don't feel motivated to do anything. I just don't feel myself. I'm officially tossing this out, I have 6 more pills left, not worth it!!!"

• che...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2014

For Birth Control "I've been on Trinessa for almost 6 months now, and I haven't seen many issues with it. When I first started, I was a bit moody, but now that side effect seems to have gone away. Also, I've had somewhat irregular periods while on the pill. I've had no headaches, weight gain, my skin has cleared up a lot since starting it. I'd definitely recommend it."

• Run...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 22, 2015

For Acne "My dermatologist put me on this to regulate my acne, and I am currently on my third cycle using TriNessa. I had been on birth control for the same reason almost 2 years ago, but I had a 15 lb weight gain in under 4 months, which is crazy since I'm a runner. She told me these pills would not make me gain weight, yet I've gone up around 7 lbs and noticed that my boobs have grown a lot. The only other side effect I have noticed is dizziness and headaches. But as for its effectiveness: my period is very regular and light, and my face has completely cleared. I still get a few breakouts right before my period, but it's usually not bad at all."

• Oli...
• June 22, 2017

For Birth Control "I wanted to share my review with TriNessa. I came here to read some reviews about 5 months ago or so. I was scared to try this birth control, my insurance made me switch from Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (after over 5 years). The first month, I immediately started breaking out like crazy, and it only worsened as the time went by. By the third month, I did not want to go out and show my face, it was awful. But I did not want to give up on this birth control, it should be almost identical to Ortho, right? So why wouldn't it work for me? I almost gave up on it until the fourth month, my skin started to clear up. The redness is now completely gone, my skin is soft and glowing. I am going into my 5th month now, my skin feels amazing. I would suggest giving it some time."

• Que...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 22, 2018

For Birth Control "I have been on TriNessa on and off for about two years. I was on it for a year straight, and it seriously saved my life. Cleared up my acne, lost weight, no periods, didn’t ever get pregnant. This birth control is the best."

• Ano...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 10, 2019

For Ovarian Cysts "I took this stuff for 8 years. I have felt awful that long. I have thyroid problems, and so I thought the symptoms were due to my thyroid. I was depressed, lethargic, it was as dry as the Sahara down there, and I could hardly get out of bed no matter how much I slept. I stopped taking it 3 weeks ago. I feel human again for the first time in 8 years! Curse you, TriNessa! I give you a negative one million. Don’t make yourself suffer as long as I did. Stop taking this poison!"

• Ilo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 30, 2012

For Birth Control "I've been on TriNessa for almost a month now. I'm 18, and ever since I was 15, my periods have been outta whack! I skip 3 months at a time with no period. My doctor put me on TriNessa, and so far, I haven't had anything wrong! The only thing is I hate the placebo pills. My period has been terrible! I have terrible back and stomach cramps, but my bleeding isn't so bad. I highly recommend it to anyone!"

• Bly...
• January 18, 2019

For Birth Control "I like it. TBH, and I’m a very paranoid and picky person. I’ve been on it for 5 years, and I rarely get cramps or much PMS. I didn’t gain weight. Didn’t lose hair. I’ve always had depression and anxiety, so I don’t genuinely see a difference in that. The only thing is I didn’t see much of a difference in my acne."

• ano...
• October 4, 2016

For Birth Control "This birth control has done its purpose in preventing pregnancy, but my side effects are awful. In the year I have been on the pill, I have gained about 15 pounds, and my diet is very healthy, and I'm active. This made my acne worse, I have sleepless nights, and I constantly struggle with being down and not being happy. I have been waiting it out to see if this would shift back to normal, but it hasn't. This might work for someone else, but it has not worked for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 8, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I've been on this birth control for quite a while now, and it's made me very depressed. Especially when I'm alone and not doing anything, I feel very sad and depressed. And every other month or so, I'm bleeding abnormally. Though I don't have a period every month, I shouldn't be bleeding all the time."

• Tri...
• February 3, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been on Trinessa for years as the generic to Ortho Tri-Cyclen. It was free compared to the expensive version. I have not noticed issues with this pill at all, at least not that are very noticeable. I think the mood swings and emotional distress others are mentioning would happen with or without any BCP because of PMS. My skin breaks out only the week before my cycle starts, but nothing crazy. I don't have breast tenderness, cramps, or discomfort either. The periods are light and painless as well. I do notice the bloat like clockwork a week prior to the period, but it is what it is. I have not gotten pregnant while on the pill though my guy and I are highly fertile, so it's obviously working. Overall, I'm happy with it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2016

For Birth Control "Okay, well, ever since I have started this BCP, I have noticed a decrease in my sex drive, and I have lost my appetite. I am losing weight, which is really good for me because I could do with losing a few lbs. But, to be honest, I don't see the point in a BCP if you don't even have a sex drive anymore. I am going to continue with this pill, but maybe change after this month is over."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2013

For Birth Control "So the doctor recommended Trinessa because my periods have been inconsistent. So I have taken the first 10 pills for the pack, and the first 5 days felt great, never had any of the side effects. Then I slowly started to notice I would get hot and headaches out of nowhere. Then things got worse, I would start crying and getting extremely emotional for no reason. I would feel like I was in a dream with fever, no energy, headache, and cry for hours for no reason. My hormones are all out of control now from just taking the first 10 pills. I wouldn't recommend this pill, but then again, I'm sure it affects people differently, just like any other birth control pill. Just my first experience with the pill (Trinessa) has been terrible."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 1, 2018

For Acne "I’ve been on this pill for exactly a month. It’s my first time ever being on birth control, so I didn’t really know what to expect, but I’m very pleased with it so far! It’s helped my acne-which I’ve had since I was a sophomore in high school, I’m 21 now! Nothing I ever tried cleared it! And TriNessa has made it so much better in only a month. It’s also regulated my period. I do get nauseous and terrible mood swings, but it’s not anything I can’t put up with. Some days are better than others, though, lol. Overall, very pleased with this birth control! If you have acne and have had a hard time (like myself) trying to get rid of it-this is definitely the one!"

• It...
• November 10, 2015

For Birth Control "I lost 5 pounds after a month of using TriNessa. It was the 3rd or 4th birth control I tried, and the only one that keeps my period under control. With the other birth controls I tried, I had 2 periods per month! Not fun when you are a newlywed! I have been taking TriNessa for 4 years and have not gotten pregnant. The only complaint I have is a lower sex drive, but there are ways around that!"

• Mar...
• July 29, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been on all kinds of birth control since having my son 21 years ago. I got on TriNessa because my current insurance doesn't cover the Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo I was on before. I'm almost 40 and have had a problem with acne my whole life, even while being on the Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. Well, I am VERY happy with TriNessa because my face has cleared up and looks beautiful for the first time in my life! My periods only last 4 days, which is awesome. So far, I've been on TriNessa almost a year and will definitely continue it."

• Blu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 25, 2018

For Birth Control "THIS. PILL. ALMOST. RUINED. MY. LIFE. I managed to destroy countless relationships while on this pill - luckily, my mother (the only one willing to stick around when I became a sobbing, irritable, and unbearable mess) told me to stop taking TriNessa immediately. Within a matter of days, my dark thoughts (which I was having for the first time in my life) disappeared. Although my friendships have been mended and my mental state is now back to normal - I am still dealing with the embarrassment and guilt I have over the way I acted. PLEASE, SPARE YOURSELF! I do not want anyone to experience what I went through."