Ortho Micronor User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

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

For Birth Control "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."

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

For Birth Control "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!"

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

For Birth Control "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."

• Lxr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 8, 2018

For Birth Control "I'm 19 and have been taking this for over a month now since I have signs of endometriosis. I haven’t had any bad side effects, except for mood swings. No spotting or periods. I’ve been taking it around the same time every day, most I’ve forgotten is about 45 minutes. Despite my insurance not wanting to cover it, I definitely wouldn’t change it. At first I noticed my stomach hurting a lot as it was transitioning from combo to mini pill, but eating something with it took that away. If you’re unsure, I feel like this is your best option concerning mini pills. A lot of others have awful reviews, and this has given me a seamless experience. Not pregnant either!"

• fhw...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2016

For Birth Control "This was great for me, didn't get any periods, and I didn't gain any weight. Only thing is I had a little more acne than normal, but I had no pregnancy using this. It's good if you don't want to get pregnant."

• Aba...
• January 27, 2020

For Birth Control "Don't let reviews scare you, everyone's body will react differently to different types of BC. That's why there are so many types. I have been using Micronor for 7 years. The first few months, I had the regular side effects your body has when adjusting to the hormone changes (cramps, bleeding, bloating, tender breasts, etc.). After 3-6 months, my body was mostly back to normal. You need to take the pill at the same time every day. If you don't take your pill on time, breakthrough bleeding could happen. This pill is not for you if you cannot keep a consistent schedule when it comes to taking your BC. Irregular bleeding and inconsistent periods will most likely happen. Personally, it made my periods better since my cramps before would cause me extreme agony. Coming down to sex, I have used condoms, pull out, or full unprotected sex and no pregnancy. The pill is 91% effective, not 100%, so don't be upset if you get pregnant. Having sex always opens the chance of pregnancy."

• Nic...
• August 9, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have taken the pill for 26 days. The 27th, I have decided to stop! I have been bleeding heavily for 26 continuous days, plus cramping, headaches, absolute lack of libido, bigger sore breasts, need to sleep 5 extra hours per day (naps all the time), extreme sadness, vaginal dryness despite the bleeding, heavy legs, general growing fatigue, and incapacity to function normally! I switched to another pill (Lolo from Actavis), and so far, so good. I am thankful for the reviews here because I did not feel alone or getting crazy with such painful side effects. The extreme sadness was really odd. Lolo is not a mini-pill, but it has a low amount of estrogen. I am hopeful. I could not move with Micronor despite being very active normally."

• Kat...
• July 16, 2015

For Amenorrhea "I have never reacted well to hormonal medication. Even on Mirena, I had serious reactions. I expected horrible things from Micronor. I was wrong. After 3 weeks of headaches and sore breasts, I felt better than normal. My skin has cleared up, I've lost 10 lbs, gained a cup size, and my libido has increased. Most importantly, my periods have become regular, lowering my cancer risks. While I wish it didn't function as birth control, it's an acceptable side effect for me right now, as there are no medications for this that aren't birth control!"

• APr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 25, 2015

For Birth Control "I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome nearly two years ago. I am also one of those people that ends up having every side effect possible. I haven't had one single side effect, which is glorious! I've tried Alesse/Alysena, Yaz, Tri-Cyclen, and some other kind, all with horrible side effects. It's been a week so far, and this is beyond the point where I would be searching for another type. Highly recommend."

• For...
• August 30, 2017

For Birth Control "Symptoms: Weight gain, weight gain, weight gain, overall body pain, bloating, dizziness, tiredness. After years of taking this medication, I became extremely miserable and had to backtrack to find the cause. I rated this a 10 because it is an effective birth control for many reasons. Plus side: Symptoms disappear after you stop this medication."

• Lan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 27, 2020

For Birth Control "Two months in, very pleased with Micronor birth control pill. I have been searching for a method of birth control that doesn't eliminate my sex drive or make me moody, and this one is gold so far. (Have tried ring and patch.) My period has changed, however - it comes every 2.5 weeks, as opposed to every 4. So periods happen twice as often but are half as heavy. It's worth it to me, period is still regular and predictable, my mood feels as stable as it was when I was not taking anything, and my sex drive is the same too! My partner and I are very fertile (2 abortions) and so far no preggos."

• Hds...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 1, 2016

For Birth Control "I've read a lot of the other reviews because I have been having trouble with anger and frustration, and it is over little things that shouldn't normally bother me, so I wondered if it was Micronor. I have been taking it for three months now. It's the first pill I have used for contraception, and like a lot of other women here, I was recommended this one because I have a history of migraines. My periods haven't stopped and aren't any heavier. I don't get cramps much anymore, so that's a bonus. No visible weight gain and no bad skin. The only thing I really noticed is breast tenderness for the first month, pretty much constantly, but it wasn't unmanageable. I think, give it time, it affects change over time."

• TTJ...
• December 16, 2016

For Birth Control "I am on this medication as I get migraines with an aura...preferred something I had control over vs. an IUD. No major issues-no acne, no weight gain, no pregnancy. Regular period. I have to take this pill at the same time every day (more than 15 minutes off can cause period to come early or not at all). That is my biggest complaint, however, set an alarm on your phone to remind you, and you should be fine. I notice my PMS symptoms are much worse since starting this pill (moody, nauseous, sore breasts, and bloated 1 week before period). My cramps are worse on this pill than before, however, completely manageable."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 9, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been on this pill for 2 months now (2 packets). I have had 2 periods every month, very angry, moody, no patience, and my boobs constantly hurt really bad. I will not be taking this anymore. I am on the 3rd day into the pill where I’m supposed to be bleeding, and nothing. But the first or second active pill, I will start bleeding heavily, so I am stopping. I am backwards, and I can’t deal with a period every 10-12 days. I know it varies per person, it is just not for me. Best of luck to everyone else and thanks for sharing your experiences."

• Ash...
• March 20, 2014

For Birth Control "I liked my Ortho Micronor. I first started it because I was afraid of the combination pill. I don't like the idea of taking estrogen. When I first started, I noticed my breasts were slightly sore, but nothing too uncomfortable. It has a more strict timeline than the combination pill, and you have to be sure to take it around the same time each day - a 3-hour window. The more inconsistent you are, the greater the chance of breakthrough bleeding/pregnancy. I still got a period while taking Micronor, which I was happy about. That's my one true HEY-IM-NOT-PREGNANT flag. I stopped taking Ortho Micronor just because I wanted something more effective and hassle-free. I recently chose an IUD. If I have any problems with this IUD, I would most likely return to using this."

• Jab...
• February 5, 2016

For Birth Control "I am not allowed to take a combo pill because I have migraines. I started Micronor, and it has been terrible. I get my period every two weeks, my breasts are extremely sore all of the time, and I'm constantly spotting. I am also irritable, moody, and have cramps all of the time. Before I started it, my period was always on time...predictable to the hour it started. I don't think it's worth bleeding constantly and being irritable and depressed...so I have stopped. Back to condoms it is."

• Bex...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 14, 2017

For Birth Control "Really happy with this pill. I had been on Cerazette, which caused 3 months of continual spotting. As soon as I switched to Micronor, it stopped, and now I only get 2 days of light bleeding a month, with no adverse side effects. :)"

• Ilu...
• September 19, 2009

For Birth Control "I experienced a heavy period and breast tenderness at first after I switched from Ortho Novum 7/7/7. After the first pack, the tenderness was gone, my period went back to normal, and my sex drive increased. I like it a lot."

• swe...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 18, 2016

For Birth Control "I have been taking this pill since fall 2012, no pregnancies, no side effects, no periods, well sometimes irregular (that I kind of worry about sometimes, but I was really irregular before the pill, so...) My BF and I have also been using the pull-out method all of this time to no pregnancies at all..."

• Tif...
• November 14, 2017

For Birth Control "I love this pill. I've tried several and always ended up with decreased sex drive, depression, and anxiety. None with this. After 2 months of taking this at the exact same time every day, my periods went away and stayed gone for years. Who the heck wants a period? Yay! The only reason I have to stop is because I'm having trouble fighting an infection in my mouth, and my dentist said progesterone can make that more difficult. It's very important to take this one at the same time every day - set an alarm and keep your pills in your purse so they're always handy. Taking these at random times will cause random bleeding or periods."

• Mic...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 26, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been taking this pill for over a year now, and I must say, out of three different birth control pills I have taken, this one seems to be the best! Skin didn't break out, and I did not gain or lose any weight. For months at a time, I didn't get a period, and that was awesome because my cramps during my period are terrible, so that was a plus. Honestly, it is probably different for each individual, but for myself, a 19-year-old girl at the time weighing 110 pounds, I felt great. I do recommend."

• Tar...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 21, 2014

For Birth Control "I love this birth control. With all 4 of my children, I start taking this pill daily 6 weeks postpartum. I've nursed all my children for over a year. With my first 3, I never had a period until my child weaned around 13 months old. My 4th is 10 months old, and I just started a period. Not sure why, but not worried about it. This time we also use condoms for extra protection, but we didn't with the other 3, and we never had any surprise pregnancies. Effective, and I've never had any noticeable side effects other than being less moody and more even-keeled. Normally, no cramping, spotting, nothing. Great method for us. I'll probably continue using it after my daughter weans and use condoms as well."

• KAM...
• November 13, 2017

For Birth Control "I have been on this medication for almost 2 months and am ready to stop! I have had 3 periods since October 13th, along with pain in my legs while walking and even laying down! The worst part is I am flipping out over every little thing, been fighting with my boyfriend since starting this pill because my emotions are way out of control. I am calling the doctor tomorrow to find another option."

• SAE...
• May 1, 2015

For Birth Control "This drug did do its job of keeping us from getting pregnant again. However, it had very bad side effects for me. It caused numbness in my feet and hands, and it caused severe mood swings, specifically deep depression, irrational thoughts, and anger. As my GP explained it, since Micronor is progesterone-based, my body is as if PMSing all around the clock because it thinks I'm menstruating around the clock from the pill."

• aa9...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 26, 2019

For Birth Control "I’ve been taking Micronor for around 4 months now, it’s the first birth control method I have ever taken and was prescribed it because of a close family history of blood clots (caused by Yasmin), so estrogen-containing methods were a no-go for me. I’ve had very minor side effects, periods are always on time and regular with little bleeding, no spotting during the month, and my mood has stayed stable. I have zero cramping on my period, whereas before I started the pill, I would have a few mild cramps. However, I have started to have more common instances of dry eyes and very, very painful back pain that makes me feel as though I’m suffering from osteoporosis, as well as very mild breast pain and growth. However, these are side effects of the pill and could be expected. All in all, I’m thoroughly glad I made the decision to go with Micronor, as the side effects are very minimal, and I have not gotten pregnant."