Norethindrone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 7, 2013

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been on this pill for about 9 months now, and while I love not having a period and no mood swings, I've had terrible acne, breast tenderness (to the point of walking being painful), and I've put on about 15 lbs. I've even increased my exercise and gone on a diet, and I'm still putting on weight."

• col...
• June 10, 2010

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I had been on the combined oral pill for many years and had tried many different kinds. I have experienced every kind of mood swing possible, severe cramping and abdominal pain, headaches, nausea, heartburn, moodiness, and had severe irritability, and uncontrollable bursts of tears before and during my period! As well as a decrease in libido. I felt out of control! I went to the doctor, she told me I was experiencing PMDD, which is much worse than PMS. She put me on Nora-Be since it only has a synthetic progesterone and no synthetic estrogen (which apparently increases all of the craziness). Only taken for a short time, but better already! I have more control of my emotions, and my libido is back in overdrive! Breasts are tender though."

• aml...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 15, 2013

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been on Micronor for about three months now, and I really have no complaints. I haven't noticed any negative side effects. The only changes I've noticed, though I'm not sure if they have to do with this medication or are just from stress, are that my breast size has decreased and I have almost no appetite. No complaints, though! It has prevented pregnancy so far, which is why I'm taking it! Also, no periods or spotting to speak of."

• Ber...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 26, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been on this pill for 1 year now. I agree with previous posters that every woman is different and we all will have a different experience. I personally loved this pill. I'm not breastfeeding, and I've never had any side effects. My partner and I use this as our only form of contraception (meaning no condoms or withdrawal), and I haven't gotten pregnant. (Though please do your own research and assess the risk before deciding to do this because the mini pill is slightly less effective than the combined pill.) I would also like to note that I have suffered from anxiety my entire life, and I haven't felt any different since starting the pill. This pill has been perfect for me, and I will continue taking it."

• mac...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 7, 2022

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been on Jencycla for probably close to 2 years now. I was taken off of regular BC because I was prone to migraines. My old pills were perfect, did everything they needed to do; lessened cramps, regulated my period, and helped with acne. Since being on these pills, I feel like a different person. I have major mood swings, become super moody, my anxiety is at an all-time high, I have bloating, 0 sex drive, and my periods are all over the place (missing a period one month, then having three the next). I experience period symptoms all of the time (cramping, spotting, nausea), my hair is thinning, and I am always tired. I've talked to my doctor about other progestin-only options, and none of them sound any better. Honestly debating going off them altogether because the only benefit this pill has had is preventing pregnancy and only because I take it at the exact same time every day."

• Cia...
• December 21, 2019

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I started these birth control pills Norlyda 2 weeks ago. After the second day of taking them, I started a period that lasted for 8 days. It stopped and came back 4 days later. It has now been on for another week and still hasn't ended. It’s heavy, and I’m going through tampons like crazy. I have to wear a pad as well because the flow is so heavy. The cramps are horrible. I’ve been on birth control pills before and never had an experience like this. I’ve contacted my doctor and was told that this is normal because my period has to regulate and that it can take up to 3 months with these pills to regulate. Meaning that I can be bleeding like this for 3 months. There is no way losing this much blood for all these days is normal. I will be contacting my doctor again to see if they can prescribe me another kind of pill because I cannot deal with all this bleeding and cramping. Also, these pills don’t have placebos. You never know when your period is going to arrive. I do not recommend these."

• Kri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2019

Norethindrone for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Okay, so I have been on this for a week now. My face hasn’t broken out more than usual. I have insanely irregular periods, and literally the day after starting this, my period ended, and it hasn’t started up again. Before, I would have maybe two days of no period, and then it would hit me like a freight train again. My body feels much better than it has in years! Again, I have only been on this for a week. I haven’t had any weight gain or random spotting... yet? Idk. Before I got put on this birth control, I literally bled, had intense cramps, mood swings, and migraines pretty much daily. I’m not saying it’s good for everyone, as everyone’s bodies are different. It has worked wonders for me. I will post another review as time goes on. I also haven’t had any issues with my hair falling out or being dull. It’s so nice to not be so damn hormonal every day. I feel so much better health-wise now. I think it’s honestly balancing out my chemicals, but I’m not a doctor."

• KIa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 18, 2020

Norethindrone for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I’ve been on this pill for 2 months now because I couldn’t take the combined pill anymore due to elevated blood pressure. I absolutely hate this pill and am switching to the implant next week. I am on my period all the time (like 3 weeks out of 4) and get terrible cramping constantly. I also get nauseous and feel like I am losing hair. For me, this pill is just not working."

• Anonymous
• March 23, 2009

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been on this pill for 4 months. On the plus side, I've had no period since I started. However, I feel nauseous every morning and sometimes during the afternoons. The worst are the night sweats. I take the pill at 9 pm and am awakened every night at 1 am, extremely hot and sticky."

• Uns...
• June 13, 2020

Norethindrone for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Errin is awful! So I had my IUD removed and was put on Errin. First month was fabulous, one regular month lasted 6 days, but my normal was 4. Still not a big deal. So, month two, first week not so bad at all, and then the rest came. It’s been about 3 months, and I have bled every week for 3 weeks. It’s great for preventing pregnancy but costing me a fortune in feminine hygiene products because I just can’t stop bleeding. My skin stays broken out, my breasts are constantly tender. The second month I bled, with a 3-day break following, and I have been bleeding since, and it’s not just a light flow. I’m talking if you feel the need to change your product, you better run to the nearest restroom. For me, it has just gushed, and I can’t quite understand why. I contacted my OBGYN and was told to stop taking it immediately, but if I had dizziness, shortness of breath, or a racing heart, I needed to get to the nearest emergency room. Apparently, it’s a common side effect but not a good one and not right for me."

• Kik...
• July 18, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Took for 1 month. Spotting day 2-30. Terrible!! Do not take this pill!! My doctor prescribed to lighten my period. Terrible decision! Spotting every other day for over a month! I told my doctor about spotting while taking it, and she thought I was crazy! I am so annoyed!! I asked 4 times to get off of these crazy pills, and they thought I was crazy! Now reading reviews, I see I am not alone! Something needs to be done about this pill! It’s supposed to be birth control for me as well. Well, there you have it, folks-I’ve got birth control, all right-I have heavy spotting every other day, and I have been off of the crazy pill for almost 2 weeks! Shame on the manufacturer and my doctor for not hearing my concerns. I can see you gals and I are not alone-I’m sure they heard this complaint before! My question to all of you is how long it is going to be before I stop having spotting every other day. I have not taken the pill for almost 2 weeks and still have crazy spotting. Smh in Texas."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 8, 2020

Norethindrone for Birth Control "Ok, so weird experience. I switched to Errin after using Lutera, which made a benign lump in my breast grow. I decided not to mess with that and switched to progesterone-only Errin. When I first started using it, every week I would get really sad and moody. I also was pretty nauseous around the same time every day, and my boobs were really sore and bloated. Also, it stopped my period for two months, which was spooky. So after two months, I stopped using it for a month. This was also when my boyfriend and I got separated due to quarantine, so there was no need. I started it again a month ago, since I was going to see my boyfriend again, and absolutely no mood swings, no nausea, no painful breasts. I don’t know what happened, but I’m thrilled! Also, my breast lump hasn’t grown or changed at all, so no scares there."

• CCa...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 7, 2019

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I started taking Nora-Be over 7 years ago after having my baby. I was breastfeeding at the time, and going on this mini pill made sense. Throughout the past 7 years, I’ve gained 37 pounds. I didn’t change my diet or exercise. I had horrible migraines and sensitivity to light. My hair was falling out like crazy. My periods were so irregular. I would have random bleeding and spotting throughout the month. I had horrible mood swings and anxiety. I would feel sad and stressed out for no reason. I had bad insomnia, and my blood pressure also increased. I never got pregnant, though. I never ever made the connection that Nora-Be could be the reason why I was experiencing all these issues. I kept going to the doctor throughout the years, and no one made the connection either. I finally stopped taking it 3 days ago. I hope it gets better for me. I’m in the process of losing weight and just being healthier. Everyone is different, but I wouldn’t recommend Nora-Be."

• Emm...
• December 5, 2014

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I have been taking Micronor for almost a month now. I used to take Yaz for 2 years but had to stop due to migraines. I've honestly had 0 problems with Micronor, much to my surprise after reading so many negative reviews. I do not have spotting, weight gain, etc. It doesn't help my acne, but I don't think it's making it worse. I think people may be having issues with spotting and heavy bleeding because they are not taking the pill at the exact same time every day. I take it at exactly 6 and have had no problems!"

• Ali...
• November 6, 2020

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I don't normally leave reviews, but I definitely felt obligated to share my experience with the Heather birth control pill. This is a mini pill, so of course, I was taking it after I had my son, so I could continue to breastfeed him. Not only did it make me gain all 30 lbs back that I initially lost after I had him, but it completely wrecked my normally clear skin. Aside from physical issues, the reason I really wanted to leave this review is because of the mental side effects it gave me. I am regularly a very happy person, however, this BC made me extremely depressed, which is definitely not good for a woman who just had a baby! I don't believe it should be prescribed for women, period, but most definitely not for new mothers. It did its job of allowing me to not get pregnant and still breastfeed, so I gave it a couple of stars, however, other than that, I would recommend something else."

• GPi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 25, 2023

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I've been using Camila for a couple of months. My doctor prescribed it due to cramps, pain during period, irregular period, and fibroids. I'm a 43-year-old female and had one vaginal pregnancy (full term) 16 years ago. I have no complaints, so good, so far."

• Bit...
• July 29, 2014

Norethindrone for Birth Control "So I have been taking Lyza for 5 months now. If I am 1 hour or more late on taking my pill, then I will automatically start a bleeding cycle for at least 5 days. I have no clue when my period actually is anymore. I also have had a 15-pound weight gain. I have also been losing hair, been depressed, and other odd things. I do not like this birth control at all, it does not work well with my body."

• Rah...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2019

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I have been taking Errin for a week now. I started it the first day of my period. I usually have a 2-3 day period, but it stayed on for 6 days, it wasn't heavy. I get emotional due to the pill, I have lost weight, and I also notice my bottom is getting rounder! I'm experiencing light cramping, my hair is still intact, and no acne. I will follow up with you guys in about a month if there are any changes..."

• Be ...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 28, 2017

Norethindrone for Birth Control "You should be very attentive to your body and well-being when taking this medication. It can cause significant weight gain, it can cause overall body aches and pains (headaches, sciatica pain, ankle and knee pain, muscle pain, tingling sensations from your nerves), tiredness, dizziness, and moodiness. If you start getting these symptoms, I would recommend that you stop this medication immediately. From my experience, I can tell you that your symptoms will only get worse the longer you take it. Ortho Micronor made me feel like my life was spiraling out of control with health issues. I was unable to sleep at night due to the pain shooting down my leg, my ankles felt like they were going to break when walking, and I gained a good bit of weight. I was absolutely miserable and at my breaking point when I decided to stop this pill. Note that it was my choice, not my doctor's choice, to stop this medication. They never worried about this medication causing issues, and no questions were ever asked on what could be the cause of my problems. On the plus side, I did notice a significant difference within two days after being off of this pill. I had no more leg pain or ankle pain. I'm not gaining weight any longer. Overall, my health is improving, and I'm working on losing the weight I put on from being on the pill. I would recommend you pay very close attention to your symptoms and not let them get out of hand as I did. You are the only one that knows your body. I truly feel this medication would have continued to cause issues (if not killed me) had I stayed on it."

• Lau...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 29, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This medication saved my life. Norethindrone acetate/generic Aygestin, 5mg 2x a day. My periods have always been extremely heavy with debilitating cramps 24/7, so much so that I could do anything but lay in bed. Took various birth control pills for years trying to find a solution. Nothing worked, so I went to the best gyno in town, and she prescribed this; I was so desperate and didn't have a life anymore. It took a few months to a year for my periods to completely go away. They gradually lightened, and cramps stopped; I could hang out with friends and go to school again. The root cause of my abnormal bleeding was a bicornuate uterus and heavy lining, and I had a procedure for that before going on this medication; it helped, but the bleeding was still debilitating, so I have Aygestin generic to thank for everything. I'm happy again, and I look forward to my life because of this medication. I will never be going off it. No side effects."

• Xan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 4, 2019

For Endometriosis "Norethindrone is an absolute nightmare of a drug. Started at 5 mg, and immediately after starting dosage, the insomnia started, and when I could sleep, I would be woken up by extreme night sweats (think stepped out of the shower soaking)—I get daily hives, the most insane mood swings I think I have ever had, and extreme depression. Do not take this drug!"

• blo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 10, 2018

Norethindrone for Endometriosis "Taking this medicine is a severe mistake. This drug does not at all reduce cramping, bleeding severity, or promote bodily menstrual regularity. Instead, after only 2 months of using it, my hair is falling out in the shower, my acne is severe, I've gained 11 pounds, and my anxiety is unbearable. This drug has caused me to have a period every 2 weeks since being on it, and with each period, I am vomiting and swelling up. My breasts are so tender that I cannot even put a bra on. I am entirely exhausted all of the time - something I never had an issue with until taking this medicine. I have an appointment first thing tomorrow to come off of this drug - what a nightmare."

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2020

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I’ve been taking Errin for about 5 months now, and I love it! The first month, I had a normal 5-day-long period with no issues, and I haven’t had a period since then. I don’t get any spotting if I don’t take it on time and no breakouts. I love the smaller amount of hormones too. Totally recommend."

• Zoe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2015

Norethindrone for Birth Control "As someone who has a needle phobia and a history of factor V in my family, I opted for the mini pill. I also have chronic migraine headaches, occasionally with auras, so that limits my options again. Upon reading Errin's reviews, I was nervous. However, a month and a half in, I have no weight gain, no moodiness, the only negative thing for me was my periods. Out of a month and a half, I have had 3 weeks of bleeding, however, it is lighter than usual and took my period down from 7 days average to 3-4 days average. I take my pill at the EXACT time every day, I recommend setting an alarm. Also, I have been diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (a form of depression) and generalized anxiety disorder, and Errin has had no effect on my mood."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 16, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I have been on Errin for about a year now. I chose it because I had just had a baby and wanted to be able to breastfeed. I've had a great experience with it. No moodiness or weight gain. I've been on other birth control pills that were combo ones, and those I could tell changed me emotionally, but I haven't had a problem with this one. I can't relate to others who have mentioned having a period for 3 weeks straight because my period didn't come back for about 9 months after having my son. But now I seem to have a period every other month, and it's only about 3-4 days max and not too heavy. I would recommend it to anyone, especially if you are sensitive to meds or just had a baby and want to nurse."