Nora-Be User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Wee...
• September 16, 2015

For Birth Control "Was put on Nora-Be because for some reason my doc suggested it even though I preferred the Implanon. First, I hate having to take a pill every day, so I probably am a little biased. Although I can say I saw a significant change in my mood. Usually, I'm a happy-go-lucky kind of gal, but since taking the pill for 2 months, my irritability level went from a 2 maybe to a 10. I knew something was wrong when I started having evil thoughts on hurting someone over something that could have easily been resolved, to ketchup! I usually brush things off, but being on this pill, I swear I wanted to kill someone. I was literally in a rage over ketchup! That was when I knew I wasn't myself. I completely stopped. Not a fan of this."

• Dre...
• May 13, 2016

For Birth Control "Started this medication about 7 months ago. At first, I loved it. The side effects were minimal, and it completely ended my period. A few months in, I began to experience constipation. Then the bloating came. My eating habits haven't changed, and I only put on 5 lbs., yet my stomach is huge. It's uncomfortable, and it's to the point where I'm so self-conscious over it that I'm stopping the pill today. I look pregnant, and my clothes aren't fitting properly. It's not a good look."

• Mom...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 12, 2019

For Birth Control "I feel like I'm always having a period on this pill. One week I have cramps, then I start, one week free, then cramps again. I'm having a period every 2.5 - 3 weeks. It's ridiculous! Still having cramps, heavy periods, and I've gained 15 lbs in 2 years of being on it. I want to switch, but with having a little elevation in my blood pressure, they say it's the best pill for me. I hate taking it. I want to switch it, go off completely."

• Kay...
• June 15, 2015

For Birth Control "I am 25 years old, female, no kids. Tried combination pill for 2 months about 5 years ago, absolutely hated it, so no BC other than condoms since then. I started Nora-Be a month ago, about a week after the end of my period. Waited 3 days before having unprotected sex, no problem. Just had my period as scheduled this past week, was slightly lighter but still lasted 6 days total as usual. Some cramps the first couple of days. The only obvious side effects the first 2 weeks were dryness/itchiness down there and a slight increase in moodiness, but all is good now."

• emi...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 29, 2016

For Birth Control "Horrible experience with this medicine!!! Now granted, I didn't get pregnant, so I guess you could say it was 'effective.' BUT the frickin' mood swings that go along with it!!! I was constantly worried about EVERYTHING. I would go from being in a great mood to down in the dumps, depressed within minutes. I would get so frustrated I would *embarrassingly* almost punch my husband during any tiny argument. I also had a headache almost every day. I have noticed a lot of reviews mention weight gain, I can't say I experienced that per se, but I do notice that after a couple of weeks off of it, I have stopped craving carbs as much. Good luck to ya if you do try this medication. Just monitor moods."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 9, 2021

For Birth Control "The worst birth control ever. Please read reviews and don’t be a know-it-all like me: 10 lbs, 100 mood swings, and 12-day periods later. This is by far the most awful experience I’ve had on birth control. I was encouraged to use this progesterone only because of my severe migraines and to prevent pregnancy. I would rather have the migraines and another baby than be on this pill. A man must’ve created it because it literally turns me into an angry fat mommy and spouse. Beware you’ve been warned!"

• JC8...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2023

For Birth Control "So, I was switched to this because I can't take estrogen due to migraines with aura. I was really hopeful this would be the pill for me after reading so many other reviews with similar issues and how great it is for treating symptoms. Unfortunately, I don't think that's the case for me. I am only on day 5 of my first pack, but I have had a constant headache since day 3 and my mood swings, anxiety, and depression are through the roof! I'm not going to just stop, but I will be talking to my doctor to see what alternatives there are for me. So happy for my fellow sisters who have found this product to be their perfect fit! It is really important to share how these medications impact our lives, but also to remember that this is science, not a one size fits all type of deal."

• Anonymous
• June 30, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "34 yo; overweight; PCOS: I went to the doc for BC because my PCOS was causing abnormal bleeding again. I wasn't prescribed a combo pill because I've had migraines before and was assured Nora-Be would stop the prolonged bleeding I was experiencing. Nope. My flow increased dramatically on day 3, I've had stronger cramps than I've ever experienced before, my whole body is swollen (feet and legs especially), my mood and energy have plummeted, and my frustration has increased. After much research, I've discovered that the progestin norethindrone is the worst kind for PCOS."

• Tay...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 30, 2017

For Birth Control "This is honestly the worst birth control I've ever been on. I've been on several types and have never experienced acne like I did on Nora-Be. I stayed on it for 9 months, hoping it would get better, but it didn't. It caused me to have painful cystic acne all over my face, the worst was by my mouth and chin. I had such bad cramps during my period that I was in tears. I just changed birth controls, and these symptoms have gone away completely. I don't know why I had such a bad effect from it, but please keep in mind you don't have to suffer for months like I did."

• Fur...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 4, 2018

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "First of all, everyone will have their own unique experience with birth control. My experience with this BC was pretty good. When I first started taking it, I felt a little dizzy and nauseous for about a week. I began taking this BC to treat heavy periods. It definitely reduced my bleeding, as needed. It also cleared up my acne and leveled my mood. What I didn’t like was the unpredictability of my cycle. Sometimes I would go 3 months with no period, sometimes I would have 26-day cycles. Sometimes I would go a month or two feeling great. Sometimes I would have PMS symptoms (mostly bloating, tender breasts, and some cramping) for months. Knowing this BC is not as effective for preventing pregnancy, several times I felt like I might be pregnant, and I stressed about it a lot. After 2.5 years of taking this BC, I decided I wanted something that makes my cycle more predictable and more effective. I’m now taking a low-dose conventional BC, and I feel so much better."

• Cas...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2020

For Birth Control "So my provider put me on this birth control 2 months after I had my son. After about 4 days of starting the pill, I have had heavy bleeding and severe cramps. It is now day 8, and my symptoms aren’t any better. I honestly am just upset my doctor didn’t warn me about the heavy irregular bleeding that this pill will cause, normally, I have very light periods."

• Jay...
• June 16, 2015

For Birth Control "My experience with this pill has been okay, but my periods do last longer now for about 8 days, and I also spot in between, which is very annoying. I also take the pill at the same time every day. I don't think I'll be staying on this pill for too much longer."

• Ivy...
• April 10, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Started Nora-Be, took 4 days and noticed a heavier period, horrible bloating. I have a heavy period due to fibroids, so was trying this to reduce the period. This made my period even heavier! Horrible painful cramps even with ibuprofen and huge clots, I had a very big clot and felt really shaky, horrible like the flu. I went to the ER! Pretty much saying I felt like rubbish from anemia, but I've had anemia a long time and just figured out I had it, always felt okay, not this horrible. Was afraid to quit taking it, so took two more nights and last night horrible cramping, hot and cold flashes so bad, felt like the flu and could not sleep. Noticed pains when I first started it, around the ovary area. The 2nd day was a headache, not bad, just abnormal and felt rubbish. Stopping today after 6 days. Going to OB-GYN in a few days. I will not try hormones ever again, wasn't on any for 15 years."

• Emk...
• November 6, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been on Nora-Be for about a year now, and there are a few things I can say. The first one is I am so happy to have found a birth control that (for me) has very little negative side effects. With that being said, there are two things I've noticed a few months into taking this. One is I have noticed an increase in pimples, and my skin has gotten a bit more oily, and the second one is my body hair (underarms, legs especially) seems to be growing much faster. All in all, these side effects barely bother me in comparison with what I've had to deal with on other birth controls."

• Cla...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 18, 2016

For Birth Control "After having my first son, I went on the mini pill because I was nursing him. I was on it for about two years, and the side effects were minimal. However, I'm on it again now while breastfeeding, and I've noticed a lot more side effects. The facial hair growth is ridiculous. I have to pluck my chin like once a week. I suspect it's also causing my moods to change. I feel manic depressive. I go from feeling great to feeling suicidal within the same two-hour period. Overall, it's doing what it's supposed to do. I haven't gotten pregnant. But maybe it's not worth it. Tracking my period and avoiding ovulation really isn't that hard."

• Bri...
• September 28, 2016

For Birth Control "I started taking Nora after I had my daughter. I started Nora because I decided to breastfeed. It's been 3 months, and I bleed like 26 days out of the month. I HATE IT! Major weight gain. I'm a few pounds away from my pregnancy weight at 8 months. I have never been this heavy, and I'm so uncomfortable. I decided to stop taking it yesterday :("

• Car...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2016

For Birth Control "Horrible birth control. I can't take regular birth control due to having breast cancer in my 20s. So they gave me this... severe cramps from the beginning and horrible back pain. It made me miserable, some say to wait it out, but I stopped it in the first week. I would rather run my risk with regular birth control than ever take Nora-Be again."

• Npa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 31, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I used this pill for 4 months due to experiencing abnormal spotting/bleeding. The pill did not work, and I spotted every day when I wasn’t on my period. My period also lasted for 7-11 days. It was the worst experience I had with birth control. I finally had to agree to get the IUD, hoping it works, day 2. I would not suggest Nora-Be if you are experiencing abnormal period/spotting."

• Hed...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2016

For Birth Control "I have taken Nora-Be 0.35 for 3 months. I have experienced heart palpitations and heart fluttering in my stomach. This seems to occur in the morning and evenings. My periods start on my second week of each new pack. I have had headaches behind my eyes and some weight gain. I plan to discontinue this medication to see if my symptoms go away. I'm 47 and seeking a better form of birth control."

• Jen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2019

For Birth Control "I switched from Lyza to Nora-Be about 3 months ago and was told it was the same thing. Same hormone, dosage, and everything. But it does not feel the same, and I can't figure out why. When I was on Lyza, I felt even better than without birth control. But once I started the Nora-Be, I started feeling depressed within the first few days, and it just continued to get worse! I thought I would level out after some time, but no, it's still continuing to worsen. It is like PMSing 24/7 (including the cramps). An emotional rollercoaster ride that just won't stop, along with unexpected physical discomfort like joint pain, bloating, headaches, and it's even messing with my blood pressure! If you react sensitively to hormones, then this one may not be right for you. Although everyone's body reacts differently! I would recommend Lyza instead as a similar alternative for a more leveled experience (especially emotionally)."

• Sta...
• May 24, 2020

For Birth Control "I stopped taking the depo shot due to the negative effects on my mood, weight gain, and sexual appetite. I was not on any birth control for about a year and then decided to try Nora-Be. I’ve been on it for about 3 months now and out of the entire 12 weeks, I’ve been bleeding for about 9 weeks. It is terrible. Not just a little spotting. No. BLEEDING. I’ve also had BV (bacterial vaginosis), which I’ve never had before. I also gained about 10 pounds in 3 months, which is scary. I am done with this pill. The only positive thing I have to say about it is that my acne has cleared since being on this pill. However, I also started taking a probiotic for the BV, so that may have been what helped the acne too."

• I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 14, 2016

For Birth Control "I mean I love the pill. The only problem I seem to have with it is headaches and trying to remember to take it every day at the same time. But I haven't had a problem with the other side effects at all since being on it and have only been on it for two months."

• Lil...
• April 8, 2016

For Birth Control "I'm 39. Have 3 kids. I had been using the NuvaRing for several years and loved it. No problems. But because of my age, having diabetes, my doctor put me on Nora-Be. I just got off my cycle, started this pill, and 3 days later I started bleeding again and have been for 5 days, and I mean extremely bad, going through a pad and tampon every 30 min. I have read other reviews and see this is common, but I have had mood swings, headaches, dizziness, cramps, bloating, increased appetite, and heart flutters. I'm not taking this BC anymore. I'm done having kids now anyway, so I think I'll just tie my tubes and not go through or worry about this anymore."

• Anonymous
• November 21, 2011

"I was worried about starting hormonal birth control because I didn't want to become all crazy with mood swings and such. However, I haven't had anything like that with Nora-Be. You have to take it at the exact same time every day, but for me, that's easy, I just set the alarm on my phone. The only downfall is that I've broken out with acne on my chest and somewhat on my face, not very attractive, but a small price to pay for not getting pregnant."

• Mic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 2, 2020

For Birth Control "I only have two side effects, but those two happen to be extremely annoying - I bleed for two weeks at a time, and I'm irregular. Sometimes my cycle is over 30 days, sometimes it's only 15. Hoping these symptoms get better with time because I can't live like this long term."