Norethindrone for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 4)

• o4D...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2022

"HORRIBLE experience!!!! I’ve been on it 10 days, and the side effects are so bad that I have to stop immediately (my gyno agrees). On day 2, I started having bad headaches off and on daily. Then developed brain fog, huge mood swings with anger flares and depression, exhaustion/fatigue… and today, crying fits that now just won’t stop. I’ve never been unknowingly drugged, but I imagine this is what it would feel like – totally out of control of your body and emotions and so unlike yourself that there is no solid ground. I can’t believe how awful I feel and how quickly I’ve tanked. I wish I could report someone for making this drug, I feel like someone else completely, and people that know me well agree I am markedly 100% not myself at all. Trying not to interact with people so that I don’t say or do anything that I regret, and praying that my body goes back to normal soon. I’m an inch away from calling the crisis team."

• Jah...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 12, 2018

"I've been in all different kinds of birth control since I was 14. They have all had horrible side effects. I started this BC after having my first daughter because I was breastfeeding. I have never experienced a single side effect. Due to insurance issues, I wasn't able to get this specific one, and they switched me to 'the same formula just a different brand.' It was a no-go!! I had mood swings and severe depression instantly. I only took it for like a month. Anyways, got insurance all sorted out and was able to get Jencycla again. No joke, guys, my depression has actually IMPROVED since being back on this mini pill. And still no side effects. I've been taking it for about 1.5 years total, with a small 3-month break. 10/10 would recommend."

• HEB...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 17, 2013

"I started taking this after my son was born because I am breastfeeding. I've been on the medication for about 7 months now. Unfortunately, last month I had two periods! Two full periods, not spotting. This appears to be happening again this month, and I just can't have my period every other week. It's too messy and exhausting, on top of having a one-year-old."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 11, 2023

"This is awful. I am 25 years old, and this pill has made me gain over 20 pounds in half a year. I bleed every other week heavily, and it's never red anymore, it's always dark brown. I have terrible and extreme cramps, worse than I've ever had too! My acne is next-level bad, and a rash started appearing on my shoulders, chest, neck, and back. My skin is super dry and weird too. I had to go on this birth control because of my migraines, but I absolutely hate it. I have never had issues like I've had on this pill before. I will be trying to get on something else soon."

• Cam...
• June 8, 2016

"Before this, I tried one mini pill and had mood swings/breakouts. Then tried the combined pill (Lucette) and gained weight rapidly- even went up a cup size in a week. As a result, I felt depressed because of my weight gain. I then tried the IUD, intercourse felt like being stabbed internally, and I had bleeding every day for four months with flesh clots. Although my GP claimed this wasn't because of the IUD, they eventually removed it due to an ovarian cyst. Within days, all side effects stopped, but my GP put me on Cerelle, which made me have insane mood swings and depression. This is the first pill with no side effects other than light breakthrough bleeding every few months."

• Anonymous
• February 17, 2011

"I was prescribed Jolivette due to my high blood pressure, which was being caused by Ocella birth control. For the first 3 months, I did not experience any side effects besides the irregular period, which was advised in advance. After 3 months, I first noticed the side effects below: extreme weight gain (50 pounds!) and cravings for food that I had not previously eaten. Oily scalp and hair loss, this was a first for me and I thought that I was just getting older, but then confirmed that it was Jolivette! (I'm 30, by the way). Anger and stress to the extreme. Depressed for no reason (I actually thought I was pregnant and would take home and doctor tests, but they resulted as negative every time). Chest and stomach pains."

• gil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2016

"My doctor prescribed Micronor because I experienced depression and migraines with other pills. So far, so good - the first two months were totally fine, I didn't notice any changes to anything. This month I have had a little breast tenderness, but not significantly, and a couple of days of light breakthrough bleeding. I have regular unprotected sex and, so far, no babies... I'm happy with this drug and plan to keep using it until I want a baby."

• Wor...
• July 18, 2009

"Compared to the full pill, this is fantastic. Side effects are minimal and easy to treat. I experienced some decrease in libido and severe vaginal dryness during my first month, but Replens (available in any drug store) took care of that right away. Works like a charm. I also experienced some water weight gain during the first few weeks, but Diurex helped. My body has adjusted since then and do not need the diuretics anymore. Bottom line, I totally prefer these mild side effects than to deal with the worrying that I'm pregnant every month. But you HAVE to take it at the same time every day. I take it every morning at 7 am, I actually set my alarm. I keep a glass of water on my night table next to the pills. I love being worry-free."

• efa...
• May 21, 2014

"I have been taking Nora-Be for a year now and have noticed the following side effects: 1. I never knew when I would have my period. On this birth control, it seems to be every 3 months. 2. I have gained about 10 pounds even though I have maintained my normal level of physical activity and diet. Before starting BC, I had maintained the same weight for a number of years, so the weight gain is not welcome. 3. I have experienced minor vision problems. Mostly, my eyesight is blurry, and sometimes I have difficulty focusing. 4. My breasts have increased in size (probably due to the weight gain). Though I cannot really complain about the larger breasts, they are fairly tender-sometimes uncomfortably so."

• Kay...
• January 31, 2018

"The doctor prescribed me this birth control about 20 months ago so it wouldn't affect 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 of 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 taking it late. If I take it around the same time each day, I have no issues. My periods are now, on average, 3 days a month instead of 4-5 and are much lighter. I have lost 20 lbs since November 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 ;)."

• tde...
• April 10, 2017

"I've had trouble finding a birth control that wouldn't make me gain weight, give me UTIs, or make me depressed. I have finally found the one! This birth control has given me no issues at all. At first, my period was a little irregular when adjusting to this pill, but now it comes regularly and I have no negative side effects. You do have to be a little more exact with the time you take this BC, but I have my phone alarm set every day to the same time, so it's usually not a problem. The only time it is, is when my schedule is a little out of whack. Other than that, this is the best birth control I've taken and will continue to take."

• Anonymous
• October 30, 2011

"Started taking this 10 days ago, and feel terrible! Headaches, acne (and I have amazing skin normally), urine smells funny, and emotionally very unsettled. Will be going back to see the doctor ASAP, and exploring other options! Do your research before taking this pill."

• Hol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 3, 2013

"So far, so good. I've been taking this pill for almost 2 months (I know it's kind of a short time to claim results), but it's been treating me well. I made sure I put an alarm on my phone to ensure that I take it on time every day. So far, I have experienced headaches from time to time. About two times, I took the pill about 2 hrs late and had light bleeding from then up until a week, which is a pain. I know more time will tell for real results, but I just wanted to give a review of beginning side effects for me."

• ju1...
• May 9, 2015

"Started taking this pill in December 2014 and been on it since. I am not happy with it at all. I used to have regular periods, but Camila made it very irregular. I hate not knowing if I will have a period or not. My mentality changed as well; usually, I'm a very happy girl, but the pill made me into a raging mean lunatic. It gave me extreme mood swings, frequent migraines, problems with my vision, depression, hair loss, extreme bloating, no sex drive at all, vaginal dryness, increased acne on my chin, numbness in my feet, and lack of sleep. I am stopping this immediately. I do not recommend this. This pill is evil."

• Nec...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 29, 2016

"I got on this birth control at 47 because I was tired of having bad cramps. I don't have any feminine problems, so I really didn't need a cycle at all. I have been taking this pill for 3 years with no cycle at all. I did ask my doctor, can I get off at year 2, but she said if I'm not in menopause, my cycle could come down. It doesn't bother me to pop this pill daily along with my other meds. It did what I wanted-who wants to deal with a cycle at my age."

• ABC...
• June 12, 2019

"I started taking Camila six months ago, after having a medical abortion. Somehow in my late 30s, I have become quite fertile, and I was afraid to get pregnant again, so I went on birth control for the first time since high school. They would not prescribe me anything with estrogen because of past migraines, so I went on Camila despite reading all the reviews. I have not had any issues with mood swings. I did not get acne like some have warned. I still have a healthy sex drive. I always shed, so I don't think this birth control has made that any worse. I have definitely gained weight, but I could blame that on late-night munchies as well. The periods were all over the place. Sometimes I would get my period twice in a month. Then last month, I didn't get it at all. In fact, I got PREGNANT using this birth control perfectly! Every day! At the same every day! This was not supposed to happen. This birth control failed me. Approx 13/100 women will get pregnant on this pill. BEWARE!"

• Reb...
• August 23, 2020

"This birth control pill, Heather, riddled me with horrible acne. My skin was beautiful and clear, and now I can’t stop crying when I look at it. I’ve never had acne this bad. Not to mention, I had my period for a straight month and felt like my uterus was ripping apart. I’ve been off of it for almost two months, my face still looks awful and is clearing very slowly. Side effects were not worth it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 22, 2022

"I wish I could put a zero for the rating. Been on this horrible pill for 2 months, and the bleeding is completely random. I went from having a 4-day period to 10, just to stop bleeding for 2 days to start right back up. I am taking myself off of this pill. Horrible, and wish I had never taken it."

• Cob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2019

"I was on a combo pill for many years for possible endometriosis, bad periods, and pregnancy protection. Only one called Lutera worked like a charm for me. My OB/GYN said with me being 35 and a smoker, I needed to go on a minipill. She first tried me on Norlyda. I had a period every 2 weeks that lasted 9-10 days, and the issue never let up, despite never being late to take pills and never missing any. I called my OB/GYN. I told her about my issue, and I was willing to try another brand because the inactive ingredients are usually what cause problems, which she didn't realize until I explained that to her. She thought the hormones were just too low. So she tried me on Ortho Micronor, and so far no breakthrough bleeding. I just got my period the other day, no pain or heavy bleeding so far. I will post another review in a few more months as to how this pill is working for me. My only complaint is I seem to get diarrhea every time I eat a full meal."

• chr...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 25, 2015

"I, at 53, took Heather for birth control for the last 3 1/2 years. My doctor decided that I should not be on the pill anymore and I needed to stop taking them. During the time I was on the pill, I never had a period. I loved it, no weight gain, no side effects. Since I have been off of them, I still have no period. My doctor said I probably will have gone through menopause and never had the symptoms."

• Em3...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 5, 2016

"I have been taking this pill for the past 3 years. I had been on a different pill before that uses a different combo of hormones. I started Micronor because the other birth control made me have high levels of anxiety. Ever since I switched, it has been great! No pregnancies, and I honestly do not take it at the same time every night. Anywhere between 9 pm and 1 am. It has in fact stopped my period, which is worrisome sometimes because it tells you you're not pregnant; however, I was very irregular even before birth control. To everyone there, I love this product!"

• Bar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2022

"I just turned 49. I was experiencing heavy, painful periods with very large clots. I had menstrual migraines with aura. Upon testing, they determined my progesterone was almost nonexistent. All other levels were normal. I just finished my second round of Heather. The first month I noticed my migraines didn't show up until my period began. I bled about the same and had a 6-day length, clots seemed a bit better. This month my period reminded me of what my periods were like when I was a teen. My libido is back! No migraines! I did bleed, but about half the heaviness and clots smaller than a dime. 6-day length. My mood is great. My skin was very dry, and I think it's helping that too. I am hopeful that the next few months will continue the same or even improve more as my body adjusts. I really recommend it if you struggle with low progesterone!"

• Sca...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2014

"I like this birth control method because it's safe to use while breastfeeding (I am 5 months postpartum and have been on the pill since my period returned at 2 months postpartum). This is the only birth control I use. I have an alarm set on my phone to go off at 1 pm every day, and I take the pill at that exact time (or within 2 minutes of the exact time every day, literally). I don't mind that and don't find it a hassle. I like that it has been effective thus far (knock on wood). I do not like that I have my period every 2 weeks like clockwork. It's light and only lasts 4 days, but THAT is the hassle I find with this pill."

• cec...
• 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 anytime 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 were 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! (:"

• Kel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 27, 2019

"Like stated before, everybody handles birth control differently! For me, it has significantly improved my mood! I haven’t had the weight gain, if anything, I’ve lost. Periods can be a little off or nonexistent sometimes, but nothing crazy. (I enjoy the break from a period, lol.) Give it a try!"