Camila for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 4)

• Jazsm...
• October 1, 2019

"I love this pill. I was on Sprintec before this and that one of terrible! This pill has been good for me. I’ve lost around 10pounds.. I was 124 when I started it and 7 months later I am now at 116. I have no acne (only on my period) and my skin and hair look the same. My cramps aren’t as bad and I only get my period once a month between day 27-31 and it only last for exactly 5 days. At first I have irregular periods for about 3 months and now it’s getting on a schedule. I don’t feel depressed or sad or annoyed. I actually have PMDD and this hasn’t made it worse, it’s helped if anything. I do get massive migraines but thats nothing medicine can’t fix or a nap. I do get tired a lot and I haven’t been eating as much as I used to. Over all it’s a great pill choice and I recommend for anyone whose body can’t take estrogen like mine."

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 16, 2019

"Before you read this just remember that everyone experiences different things when it comes to hormones! I have been on Camila (POP- progestin-only pill) for 5 months after using a combo pill for 5 years. I have high blood pressure so I had to switch to a mini pill due to risk of clots and stroke. I have actually lost weight and gotten a period again (I lost my period a couple years ago and wanted one back). The only problem I have had is some major hair loss... I have long thick hair so I’m used to losing some every day but this has gotten bad enough to the point that I’m going to try another brand. It’s really sad but I choose my hair over everything else lol"

• Rita
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 23, 2018

"When it comes to birth control, it's different strokes for different folks. I'm over 35 y/o. I switched from combo pills to Camila 6 months ago cause of the terrible side effects. Ever since I took Camila, I haven't had bad effects. No more high blood pressure, no migraines, no crazy mood swings, no skin rashes, no cramps, and period is 3-4 days instead of 6-7 when I was on TriCyclen. The only side effect from Camila is the weight gain. I'm definitely keep taking Camila."

• Anonymous
• January 25, 2018

"I see so many bad reviews on here but I really have enjoyed being on this pill. Only a few negative side effects but they are definitely manageable. My skin got significantly more oily in the first few months, but with the right skincare routine and waiting it out, everything’s settled down. My period has been irregular, I now get my period every 2-3 months. The unpredictability of it is kinda annoying, but not unmanageable. When I do get it, it is still average duration and flow. Give it a chance, and wait at least 6 months for your body to adjust to it."

• Happy...
• June 16, 2016

"After having awful hemiplegic migraines with aura (which mimics a stroke and is really scary) on the combined pill, my OB prescribed this instead. I have not had one of these debilitating migraines since. I do notice some hair loss but it's not noticeable to anyone else but me. I rarely get breakthrough bleeding (but I never had heavy periods to begin with, just really painful). The tradeoff is so worth it. This pill has made my life so much better."

• Teesa
• May 30, 2016

"Love it. No period. I have gained weight but need to change my diet anyways. I have PMDD and this pill really has changed my life for the better."

• Anonymous
• January 5, 2012

"I use birth control mainly because I have irregular periods. I switched from the Nuvaring (not sure if the bad mood swings, multiple yeast/UTI infections, and INSANELY low sex drive were because of the ring or because of a really bad relationship), and it's been great. I really dislike the 3 hour window (I forget pills). But I'm giving it a 9 because I haven't had ANY of the side effects that tend to come with other methods. I feel really great and aside from light spotting, I can't really tell that I'm on the pill. If you don't mind using backup methods with sex then it could be really awesome to use."

• Stella
• September 29, 2011

"So far, so good. I'm using this so I can continue breastfeeding and not have another baby yet. No side effects, and I have not had my period, which is nice. My baby is 8 months old, and we're both happy!"

• Female
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2023

"(22, F) I’m here to post the positive review you’re probably looking for. I’ve been on a few different pills (with estrogen) of course and have dealt with migraine headaches, mood swings, extremely low sex drive and depressive episodes. This birth control has eradicated all of these symptoms for me. I am so thankful my doctor prescribed this for me. Hopefully, it works for you too."

• McLove
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 17, 2022

"As someone who’s always suffered acne, heavy periods, etc…this is the first time my acne disappeared. I’ll get occasional bumps here and there (normal) but not like before. Also, my periods are lighter and I don’t feel cramps. Only negative thing about it is I have to take it at the exact same time everyday and occasional spotting. Which is fine. I never really was a fan of birth control before until I got on Camila. This pill works wonders. I haven’t gained any weight either."

• Missy...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 25, 2021

"I loved Camila was on it for 5 years however I gained 55 pounds and never gained weight ever before unless pregnant and mostly all birth control made me lose a lot of weight. Secondly I ended up with high blood pressure which led to a stroke I am 40. I was immediately taken off it so I recommend if you have history of heart disease in your family watch for your blood pressure and if it’s high get off Camila. My OBGYN ignored my high blood pressure due to my anxiety I almost lost my life for listening to dr when everyone said it was not right. I have high blood pressure. Just be careful and pay attention I don’t blame the pill it actually worked great I used to bleed bad for 10-14 days I barely got a period and it was spots here and there for 2-3 days. So it can be a benefit, I also had absolutely no sex drive my husband finally gave up trying he got so frustrated and we were very sexually active."

• cece
• October 14, 2020

"I'll preface that I know every woman is different but I LOVE Camila birth control pill. This is the first birth control I have tried and I do not plan on switching to anything different any time soon. I have been on Camila for about a year and 3 months now (I'm currently 20) and the only side effects I have experienced was a slight libido change when I first went on it the first week. I'm currently on my 3rd period cycle (I had a period in April, June, and now October) which does not bother me too much since my gynecologist said irregular bleeding is common on "minipills." I also cannot take anything with estrogen because I get migraines with aura, so I was happy to find a pill that seems to work for me and help with my migraines! Just take into account the time sensitivity of minipills, and how important the timing of taking the pill is as this could lead to pregnancy as I've seen in other comments. If you are thinking of going on Camila, I definitely recommend it since the side effects are very minimal and it gets its job done!(:"

• Brinahh
• September 21, 2020

"I have been using for 2 years.I Love it."

• Jackie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 2, 2020

"So I have experienced being on both Camila and Mylan brand. Camila was the first birth control I was prescribed. For the first few months, my hair was falling out. But within a year, it grew back. Other than that, it is an amazing birth control. Better than all of the others I've tried in the past. Best of all, I didn't get a period, which I have a history of extremely painful periods. But due to insurance reasons, I recently was switched to Mylan brand. I'm 2 months in and am requesting to go back on Camila. I get periods again, but the pain is terrible also cramps, acne, depression, sore breasts, and really bad muscle pain that keeps me up at night. Don't get sucked into believing that generic vs brand name drugs are the same. There are inactive ingredients that many people experience with generic. This isn't the only medication I have problems with the generic version of."

• Angela
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2020

"I started taking this after my daughter was born 7 years ago. I‘ve always had negative experiences from estrogen based contraception. I’ve had no symptoms whatsoever with Camila...other than it (or breastfeeding) caused me to miss periods. I quit it after my tubal, but recently started again due to recent abnormal cycles "

• Shae
• March 18, 2019

"I have been on and off with the mini pill, switching between pills to see what works best. I haven’t been consistent until just now starting in January. I constantly bleed. Either its every other week or every other two weeks. My period comes every 28 days but I always spot in between and it’s bothersome when you think you’re done bleeding for the month and then out of nowhere start bleeding again. When my period is about to come, my breast hurt super bad and I get real nauseous. It made me think I was pregnant , until the test was negative and my period came on the 28th day. I get terrible cramps when I’m spotting and also when I’m on my period. It protects you for sure but it’s a hassle to deal with constant bleeding. I also break out when I’m on my period and my face does clear up tho after my period ends. I crave things sometimes and mood swings. I get irritated more quickly and I’m super tired most days."

• KaylaN
• January 31, 2018

"The doctor prescribed me this birth control about 20 months ago so it wouldn't effect my breast milk. Overall, I love this pill! I didn't start my 1st cycle until my baby was almost 15 months old due to breastfeeding. You must take Camila around the same time every day within a 3 hour period. Now, if I was past that window time by several hours, I did have an actual period between cycles. That has happened to me twice. I take the blame because I was late taking the pill by 9-10 hours each time and that is an actual side effect that I read happens if you end up taken it late. If I take it around the same time each day, I have no issues. My periods are now on an average 3 days a month instead of 4-5 and are much lighter. I have lost 20 lbs since Nov from only dieting. My cramps no longer require me to pop ibuprofen like they are M&Ms and I hardly feel any pain. My sex drive has remained the same but I did notice that I am dryer when I'm intimate. Buy some lube and problem solved ;) ."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 8, 2015

"A LIFE SAVER. I have never been able to take estrogen combined pills. Always had bad side effects. Once I was put on Camila it was totally different. I had irregular bleeding at first but now all is well. I love this pill. Its the only one my body has tolerated. We are still being careful because of the less efficiency of combined pills. But I give it a 10 because its the only one for me!"