Errin for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 5)

• Jes...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 19, 2022

"It’s been over 5 years since I’ve been on Errin, and I’ve seen a change in my weight. I got off the pill for 6 months, dropped the weight, got back on it, and came right back. Love the product, but I can’t keep this weight, I’ve done everything."

• Lel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 18, 2020

"I started Errin at the suggestion of my OBGYN, but after a month and a half, in which I developed a rash near my mouth and hadn't had a menstruation, I stopped taking it. Not having a menstrual freaks me out. I'm not a 28-day cycle person, but I do have a menstrual once a month. Not having one alarmed me (my youngest is 8 months) because we're not trying to have any more children. I've taken a pregnancy test, and it came back negative, but here I am, a month since my last pill, and still no menstruation. My doctor had prescribed me a different mini pill that I was supposed to start after the Errin pack ran out, but I haven't started because I'm waiting on my menstruation. I don't like the lack of a period or the rash (which went away after I stopped taking Errin). Those were the only 2 side effects I had from this pill."

• KCa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 4, 2019

"I was on Errin for 1.5 months and stopped due to side effects. The first few weeks were fine, but things quickly went downhill. I was exhausted. I could get through work alright, but then passed out when I got home. I have never had bad acne, and my chin line exploded with small pimples. I have really bad cramps with my period that usually subside with BC, they were back and with a vengeance. My period was also really heavy and longer than my usual periods. Thankfully, my pharmacy let me switch back to the Norethindrone pills that were unnamed. (off brand?) I had been on them for a year and a half before my insurance changed it to Errin. I am very excited to be switching back!"

• Edy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2019

"I have always taken Loestrin for the last 20 years. Three months ago, they decided since I am 50, I cannot take a pill with estrogen. I actually am 54, so obviously have been taking it. I am now having heavy bleeding, when I didn't bleed at all with Loestrin. And I bleed for 7 to 10 days and have two periods a month."

• Jac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2021

"I've had my period nonstop since June. It is almost December. The period is also incredibly heavy, bleeding through every tampon within a few hours. Cramps are an absolute nightmare. My doctor randomly switched me to this for no reason and won't switch me back to the Isibloom, which was working fine for me for years. DO NOT get this one. It's not worth it. I thought after 3-4 months it would settle down, but nope. Almost 6 months now and it has made my life a living hell. And I didn't even ask to be put on this. This is making me debate stopping birth control altogether because I'm over it."

• lwt...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2021

"I have been on Errin for one month now and have mixed feelings. It has cleared up my hormonal acne, given me more energy, and evened out my mood swings, but I do have breakthrough bleeding. I take this every day at 9 p.m., I set an alarm, and I would say that if I miss it by 30 mins, I will get cramps and then a little breakthrough bleeding the next day. I had horrible cramps before this, and still do on this, with my normal period (hoping it will help once I get adjusted to it). I am going to stay on this for a couple of months to see if I can get adjusted with the bleeding. It has not led to any weight gain either, which is a plus. Also, no pregnancy. I cannot take normal pills due to the risk of blood clots and migraines, so the mini pill has been very decent as a replacement so far. I would recommend it, but am going to see if this breakthrough bleeding gets better or worse, it is really the only downside."

• Kri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 24, 2021

"Before starting Errin, I had the Liletta IUD. For some reason, I was having anxiety/panic attacks, although the IUD is considered low hormone. My doctor recommended the mini pill, as estrogen-based birth control pills have tended to cause depression symptoms for me. I have been taking it for 4 months. I think the worst annoyance with this pill is the constant bleeding. Like, I really don't know when I'm legit having my period. I will bleed for 5 days with cramping that is worse than before I started birth control. Just when I think I am in the clear, my 'period' starts again and is typically heavier the second go around. It's not worth it to me to have a period 2 weeks out of the month. Maybe my hormones are still regulating, but it's getting ridiculous. Also, I am so dry down there during intercourse. I feel like I have lost all feeling down there, honestly. I have decided to try the Annovera birth control ring. I don't have high hopes for it either, but it's worth a try!"

• She...
• November 4, 2014

"I immediately noticed (day 2) small problems, but by day 4, I was feeling very depressed, my hip joint was hurting, I had abdominal pain, and I was crying so much. My blood pressure also elevated, so I had to stop taking it."

• Lys...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 16, 2020

"I switched to Errin due to bad side effects on combination BC. I didn’t get any breakthrough bleeding and only got periods when expected, lasting 6 days. One downside is having to take it within a 3-hour window, and missing results in spotting. However, I do think it was worth not having the mental side effects. Also, my skin got quite a bit worse. I broke out with whiteheads (no change in cystic pimples) a lot more, especially around my period. I am seeing a dermatologist to correct this. I’d also like to note, TMI, but I had noticeably less annoyingly thick discharge on Errin. Overall, if you think you might have an estrogen sensitivity, it’s worth trying. My libido went back to normal, don’t need naps, and I don’t experience mood swings anymore. I will say, you have to know yourself and whether you’d actually be diligent about taking it in the 3-hour window."

• Unk...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 31, 2020

"Started taking Erin in February. Stopped having a period for 6 months, then all of a sudden I’m having either a period or spotting every 2 days after it stops. Example: started my period or spotting on Sunday and lasts about a week and stops, then starts again 2 days later. The doctor refuses to give me any other birth control, and I’ve gone to her many times asking to change it. So I’m just dealing with nonstop periods/spotting. I cannot afford insurance and am on the Healthy Texas Women, which is why I haven’t gone to another doctor."

• bea...
• May 7, 2013

"I haven't really experienced anything negative with Errin other than not knowing when my period is going to show. It's a surprise every time. But I just always carry something in my purse, so it's not a big deal for me."

• Cry...
• January 18, 2017

"I am looking to get off of the birth control Errin because I have had 3 periods in one month! I have never experienced this before when taking a regular hormone birth control. I plan on getting my old birth control back immediately! I was only taking it to breastfeed, but I am not breastfeeding anymore and can move on to the regular birth control."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 27, 2023

"I was really scared to start Errin in the beginning, having read quite a few bad reviews, but I’m glad I did! It has been an effective, fairly non-disruptive method for me. Please remember that everyone responds differently to different methods and has different experiences. At first, I experienced some bad headaches that went away after about a month or so. My PMS was quite bad before starting this, and I haven’t noticed much difference either way after starting Errin. My periods became shorter for the first 6 months or so, but now they are back to my previous length of 5-6 days. Errin definitely messed up my previously VERY regular cycles, and now I often go 40 plus days between periods. I honestly really wanted it to stop my periods, but having them less often isn’t so bad. I do occasionally experience 2-3 days of spotting around ovulation, which isn’t very heavy and is definitely manageable. Overall, for me, Errin has been a good birth control method."

• Tgl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 15, 2020

"I started taking Errin birth control close to the end of February of this year. I only took it for about a month and a half, decided I didn’t want to take it anymore, but while I was on it, I spotted for almost a week in March. I stopped taking it on the 13th of March and haven’t had a cycle since. Is this normal? I’m thinking it is because I did spot for a week, but I haven’t had a cycle yet."

• Mot...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 26, 2023

"I started this birth control about 4 months ago because I have a heart condition and can’t have estrogen birth control. In the beginning, it was fine, and I had slight headaches. After the first month, I started having clotty periods and severe breast tenderness 2 weeks prior to my period. It also gave me bad anxiety and caused some depression. I couldn’t function sometimes at work due to anxiety. I took it every day on time. I never got pregnant, but I recently had to stop it because anxiety and depression started to get bad for me, and I’m usually a happy person. This birth control didn't work for me, but it could for others."

• Nav...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2015

"I was recommended the Mirena or Errin because they were non-hormonal 2 years ago. I chose the Mirena and hated it. I decided to end it with that, got pregnant with my 2nd child, and decided to get on another non-hormonal method because I'm breastfeeding. This time, I chose Errin and love it. The first 2 months, I would get 2 periods instead of 1, it is the same length (3-4 days) and flow since I was younger. As of this month (July), I have not had a period."

• Rep...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2016

"So... I had my 2nd baby and followed my same routine as before... had my 6-week checkup, got on the mini pill b/c I am breastfeeding... then started having sex and going to the gym again... YAY!!! I gained 16 pounds in 3 weeks taking Errin. I finished my 1st pack and never picked up my next prescription. I have an appointment to meet with my doctor to discuss taking other pills or the Depo shot. I have since lost all the rapid weight I gained."

• Cor...
• June 29, 2017

"I'm 20, 5'5", and 155 pounds. While taking Errin, I finally stopped getting my period and got my appetite back. I was on the combination pill, which made me nauseous, tired, and in the end, I constantly kept spotting and getting my period along with worsened cramps. HOWEVER, while taking Errin, I have gained two or three pounds so far, and my skin is breaking out. I'd like to say on the bright side I don't get a period, but let's be honest, I'd rather be off birth control. I've been on Errin for 1 month and 1 week. Good luck, ladies."

• Kra...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 18, 2022

"6 years and my bleeding has finally stopped! I have been severely anemic due to massive bleeding since I was about 16. I have had to get multiple transfusions and been hospitalized over and over. Until my doctor suggested Errin! My CBC labs are finally fixing, and I am no longer freezing 24/7. It feels awesome after 20 years of the same mess and no real answers."

• moe...
• May 13, 2015

"I was taking Glidess for about a year and needed a refill. Accidentally asked for Errin, which was my old birth control pill. I've been on it for two months and feel like I'm absolutely crazy! I'm crying all the time, feel bloated all the time, angry about things that don't matter, and depressed. I don't feel like myself. I don't feel like doing anything. I just switched back to Glidess and am on my fourth day. I still feel crazy, but hope in another week or so I snap back to normal."

• Luc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 18, 2021

"I was prescribed this BC because I was having high blood pressure. Before Errin, I was on the patch for 3 months. I started Errin, and it was going well. For the first 2 months, my period was light - didn't need any super tampons. But around month 3, I don't know if it was because I missed a pill, but I ended up having 2 periods that month! I kept taking the pills, and now I have been on a period for 2 weeks! I also have been having lower back pain, and I'm going to see a doctor for a cyst I feel (not sure if related). I have stopped taking Errin. I would rather just be celibate than to have bleeding almost every day! I will look into a different BC, even if I have to pay out of pocket. My insurance covered this."

• Sur...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 9, 2016

"Errin was great for me for 9 months until I stopped breastfeeding my son. He just turned 10 months, and I just found out I'm pregnant! I've always taken it at exactly the same time of day and haven't missed a pill without using a backup method of protection."

• Dij...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 7, 2021

"Awful. The moment I tried this medication, it gave me nausea, vomiting, back pain, and stomach ache. I am over 35, that is why the doctor prescribed this to me, but I developed a cyst. I had to go to the ER, my pain was so unbearable that they gave me ketamine for the pain. Surely, the worst birth control ever."

• Wei...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 10, 2025

"I've been on this birth control for about a year and a half, and overall it is a 7/10. I did experience weight gain, and I thought it was because I had two kids, but it was definitely the pill. I gained 30 pounds, and my periods are actually a lot heavier than they were before I started taking this pill. Also, sometimes my period does not come on, or I'll spot before it comes on, so that's a con, but overall I didn't get pregnant on it, so that's why it's a 7. Now the doctor is switching me to the Milli pill, so I hope that one is OK when it comes to weight. I don't need any more of that."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 23, 2025

"I have tried a number of birth control pills over the course of 11 years, and this is the only one that has not caused me issues. Lutera helped clear acne and lessened the pain of cramps, but lengthened my period and caused consistent severe morning nausea. Tri Lo Mili also caused nausea and seemingly some hormonal effects (energy depletion, GI issues, mood swings), and consistent spotting for about 2 months. Errin has not helped with anything, but it has not caused any issues. It is more time-sensitive, so do not start this unless you can guarantee taking the pill within the same hour each day. As that has worked for me, I have not bled now for 6 months and have found my body functions otherwise as if it were not on birth control."