Norethindrone and Sore Breasts: What Users Say (Page 2)

• 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!"

• Mom...
• January 17, 2019

For Birth Control "I’m breastfeeding, so my doc gave me this med as birth control. I’ve been taking it for almost 2 months. During that time, I’ve been extremely gassy, gained about 20 lbs (after losing almost all the baby weight!) with no change in eating habits (generally eating healthy and balanced and exercising), and have felt “blah.” I have not experienced any bleeding-no period, no discharge, no cramping, or abdominal pain. I do have breast tenderness. No emotional side effects like mood swings. At first, I didn’t realize what was making me feel this way. Thought it was the stress and business involved in taking care of 5 kids. Then, when I was taking the pill one morning, my husband suggested maybe it was the reason. I went online to see if others also had similar issues. Needless to say, I’m making an appointment with my doc to see if she can switch to something else that is safe to take during breastfeeding. Hope this feedback helps."

• 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."

• 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."

• 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."

• 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."

• Jen...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 13, 2021

For Birth Control "I never post here, but after the nightmare this BC put me through, I had to. Started Errin in 4/20, the doctor refused to give me any more combo pills due to high BP. I was put on Errin. 6/20 came around, I noticed my periods were lighter, but my cramps were crazy. I dealt with it and thought it was that one time. THE NEXT FEW MONTHS are a BLUR. I was out of it most of the time when my period came around. Pain in breasts, moody, 30 lb weight gain, bloat, nausea, dizziness, headaches, but THE PAIN in my ovaries back and uterus-out of control. I stayed on these for a year, until 4/21, I couldn't go to work because the pain went from happening during my period to EVERY DAY. I was miserable and felt majorly depressed. I was scared. When the doctor suggested I switch to Slynd after not finding anything wrong, I decided to give it a go, thinking Errin wasn't the problem. 3 months later, the pain is gone. I should have known. I went to the ER for this 5 times. I do NOT recommend. If in doubt and you feel off, check your BC."

• 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2012

For Birth Control "Just started my 2nd month. The 1st week and a half, I had light bleeding every day. Then, the next week, my nipples were so sore. Now, this past week, I've had on-and-off light bleeding and cramps during the last week of pills. I have no side effects emotionally, which is great, because everything else makes me go crazy. But, I have noticed a little weight gain and craving food all the time, and I jog 3 to 4 times a week. I am 24, no pregnancies ever. I'm not sure about this pill yet. I'll give it another month and see how it goes. I don't even want to be on birth control, but my cramping and periods are so terrible without it."

• Kri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2012

For Birth Control "I was on a hormonal birth control pill for many years. I could set a clock by my periods... start on a Tuesday, off by Saturday. It was great. I turned 35, and my doc would no longer prescribe the hormonal pill. So, enter Jolivette. The first two weeks, my nipples were so sore, and I was so bloated that I thought I might be pregnant. Then, my period started 1 week early and lasted for 9 days! A very heavy 9 days as well. 1 week later, heavy bleeding again. I don't think Jolivette and I are going to be friends."

• Mel...
• January 17, 2020

For Birth Control "I started taking Errin over one year ago when my doctor recommended me to get off the combination pill because of migraines, my age, and high blood pressure. All I know is that since I’ve been on it, I’ve gained 10 to 15 pounds that I cannot lose. I work out, I eat right more than I ever did before. I don’t know if the pill is contributing to it. I also have mood swings. I normally do not get my period, but though last month I got one, and it was pretty heavy. I do get the breast tenderness, so I’m not sure if I want to stay on it or not. The weight gain is what’s really bothering me."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Well, ever since I was 13, my periods were not normal, they would last for more than a week. I would get horrible side effects, such as nausea, cravings, cramps, you name it. I got extremely tired of it, and I was prescribed Nora-Be. It's been good to me. I started it while on my period, I only bled for two days! Not even bad! It was a small spot and done. I felt so relieved!!! I noticed no weight gain, and I felt great. I get no side effects from it, but if I do, which is rare, it's breast pain. I recommend this, but of course, everyone's body is different!!! P.S. I've been on it for ages."

• Spe...
• April 30, 2014

For Birth Control "I've been on this medication (Nora-Be) for a little over a month now, and my only complaint is that I have no idea when I'll get my period, the random spotting, and the length of the period. Each time I have spotting, I'm not sure if it's my period or spotting. Then when I finally got my period, I had no idea how long it would be (still having it 6 days later). One of the main reasons I went on birth control was to control my period, since I have migraines, however, I'm no longer allowed (per PPNE) to have estrogen in my birth control, which takes out that ability to control my period. Beyond that, no other side effects (i.e., weight gain, breast tenderness). I'll report back if that changes over the next few months."

• Sly...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 26, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I've been using these pills for 3 months now. I've had very heavy bleeding for so long that I welcomed a change. The first two months were awesome. My cycle was very light and lasted the normal five days. No cramping, very little bloating. This third month, my cycle came like clockwork, lasted five days, then two weeks later returned. My breasts have been very tender, and although very small, they feel heavy. I'm not giving up yet."

• Man...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 14, 2014

For Birth Control "I've been on Lyza for a month. I've had one period since then, and although I didn't have horrifically heavy flow the first 2-3 days (part of the reason I wanted to be on birth control again), my period was a little longer. I have less appetite, which I guess is OK. I had less horribly painful cramps, it didn't wake me up in the middle of the night like it usually does. A little breast tenderness. I had really bad headaches for a long time, and this seems to have helped. I was prescribed this particular one because combined pills make me nauseous. Seems OK thus far."

• SDa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 18, 2019

For Birth Control "Started taking Nora-Be (norethindrone) about ten months ago after having a serious DVT and pulmonary embolism with lung damage. I had been on NuvaRing prior to that for over a decade without issue, but after DVT/PE I can only use birth control methods without estrogens. Overall, I am satisfied with Nora-Be and haven’t had any pregnancies while taking it. When I first started, I did notice my breasts were more tender, periods were less regular/reliable, and I had some hair loss (although I am unsure of whether taking this caused it). Those have all resolved. It has to be taken at the same time every day, so I set an alarm and am pretty good about taking it on time. I take a pregnancy test now and then if my period runs late. There has only been one month on this pill that I did not get a period. It can be less convenient than other methods (at least at first), but better than nothing for those of us who have limited birth control options due to health issues."

• 25y...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 26, 2016

For Birth Control "I have been on Lyza for 6 months. I got my period the first month after beginning and have not seen it since. I was not having any side effects until recently. I have been having very tender breasts, mood swings, and bloating. I have taken two home pregnancy tests, and both came up negative. I have gained 5 pounds since beginning Lyza, and I do like it, but not menstruating is scary, especially when other symptoms begin to show up, similar to pregnancy side effects."

• Nae...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 7, 2023

For Birth Control "I love this birth control pill (Lyleq). I have a period like every 3 months, now it will last a week, but I’m fine with that, considering it’s not every month. I experience my breasts getting tender a few days before my period. I’m still fine with that. I actually lost weight once I switched over to this pill (Lyleq). The depo shot had me fat."

• 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."

• Vno...
• January 21, 2017

For Birth Control "I'm 42, started this pill as a birth control method and also to hopefully reduce my heavy monthly periods. Two months in now, and my experience is horrible! I have one week left of pills, and I'm not going to continue to take them. First month started pack on Sunday after my period was finished. After another seven days, approximately of taking the pills, I have another full 6-7 day period. Then after that, around day 21 (which should have been when I was supposed to get my period), I got it yet again. I'm on pill pack two now. I'm now due for my period. I've had breast tenderness for two weeks and horrific cramping every evening (I take the pill in the morning), accompanied with nausea. Side effects make it hard to tell if it's the pill or pregnancy."

• Cys...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was given this birth control for PCOS after my previous pill (Diane 35) caused blood clots to form in my body. The only side effect I had is extreme boob tenderness and tightness that went away after a couple of weeks, though my nipples still feel sore. If I miss even one pill or am late more than an hour, I get a period. I didn't have a period for a whole year, and even on Diane 35 I wasn't getting much, but boy did Jencycla turn that around!"

• Jus...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 1, 2019

For Birth Control "I am taking Micronor for over a year now. My doctor prescribed it because I have bad migraines, which get worse with combination pills. I was super happy in the beginning because my migraines stopped completely, but over time the other side effects became worse and worse: my breasts are extremely swollen and painful, my husband cannot hug me, it really hurts, terrible cramps, spotting for 15 days nonstop, and mood swings. I had to stop, unfortunately. I'm not sure if Cerazette could be better, but it looks like it is about the same."

• Ste...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2023

For Birth Control "I have been on Jencycla for 4 months, and I'm about to throw it away. My periods have been all over the place. The first month was a normal period, the second month was very light, then I have had some sort of period (bleeding or spotting) about every 2 weeks. It's so unpredictable. My sex drive is ZERO!!!! I have always lost a lot of hair, but I lose so much hair since being on this. My skin has always been normal, but now it's so oily. I feel like I've had a huge zit somewhere on my face for four months. I feel like I've gained weight, but the scale has stayed the same. I always feel bloated. It did help with cramps and breast tenderness, though. I think I’m just going to go back to the pull-out method."

• LCa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 4, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I was prescribed Sharobel for abnormal bleeding and because I can’t take estrogen due to clotting problems. It started out rough - the cramping was severe and my periods were heavier. I had horrible breast tenderness. There are definitely pros and cons to taking this pill. I’ve been on it for a year and it hasn’t regulated my cycles. I sometimes have two a month, sometimes I’m very late, or sometimes I just have spotting. I’ve gotten some acne and minor hair loss. However, I used to have chronic UTIs and that stopped after starting this pill. My cycles are also now extremely light and here and there, no cramping and really no PMS. I’m staying on it."