Norethindrone and Spotting: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Mlo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 22, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I started taking Lyza because my doctor said it would be better to get on a birth control pill with only one hormone due to a history of high blood pressure on my dad's side of the family. I repeatedly said I did not want to switch as my body was perfectly adjusted to the Aubra... but my doctor insisted I try it. I am 1 month in, and I stopped taking it last night. I refuse to take one more pill. I hoped this would work for me, but all I had were negative side effects that I have NEVER had (and I have been on birth control pills for 10 years!) I spotted the whole month... Continuous spotting. I was extremely bloated and gained 5 lbs since I started taking it. I had horrible cramps, broke out, was moody, and it killed my sex drive."

• att...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 18, 2023

Norethindrone "I take this to suppress my period. I have increased to a 10 mg dosage because recently I've had some spotting. I've found that I've had serious weight gain and changes in my labs because of it. It works, but these side effects are a little funky. I've only recently started losing weight, and that's when the spotting started. For the past 2 years, it's done what it's supposed to and stopped my period, but I'm still concerned that I might not be able to lose weight with this medication."

• swe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 13, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I recently was required to switch to a progestin-only pill (the 'mini pill') from a combo pill. I've been on Jolivette for 3 months now (about to finish my third month), and it's been a rough couple of months. The first 2, I was concerned about how heavy my periods were and had quite possibly the worst cramps of my life. I have a history of anemia related to heavy menstruation (which isn't normal), and I was beginning to exhibit similar signs. Same situation the second month. Plus, so much spotting between periods. Now, month 3, and things seem much calmer. THANK GOODNESS. Make sure you take the pill at the same exact time every single day to prevent pregnancy."

• BSF...
• September 29, 2014

For Birth Control "This birth control has been such a great thing! I am acne-prone and have broken out badly on every pill/ring I have taken before Lyza. This has made my skin so clear and smooth and has really helped my confidence. It also has stabilized my moods versus other birth control methods. The only downside is occasional spotting, but my overall period is much lighter with little to no side effects. Different methods work for different people, but if you have skin problems and haven't found a solution yet, try this!"

• Nur...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 23, 2018

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I used to be on birth control for years to inhibit the growth of ovarian cysts. I stopped and was off pills for 6 years. Unfortunately, I am still very fertile, and as a single mom in a committed relationship, I did not want to have more children, especially since I will be 40 next year. I decided to try the mini-pill to avoid the effects of estrogen. This worked in that I didn’t get pregnant while on it, but it caused me pretty much every side effect. I developed acne on my face, my mood swings were crazy and very negative, my appetite greatly increased and I gained weight, I no longer had natural lubrication since my vagina became very dry, I noticed an obvious decrease in libido, and my breasts became very sore and tender the whole time on the pill. I did experience some very light spotting, but I wouldn’t have a problem with that if it weren’t for the other symptoms. Unfortunately, I’ll have to resort to another method of birth control. I had high hopes for this pill."

• Mis...
• January 12, 2017

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I was put on Micronor 4 months ago because I had a headache with previous pills. I am about ready to stop this, also, last month I had breakthrough spotting for 2 1/2 weeks. This month, 4 days prior to the end of the pack, I developed abdominal cramps, I mean really bad, and a lot of breast tenderness. Now I've been bleeding very heavily with terrible cramps for 3 days. This is the worst!!! Confused."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 1, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Okay, so I was 18 when I started these pills, and I recently turned 19. I was looking at the reviews of many different pills before making a choice because I didn’t want to waste my time and energy trying pills, and then it doesn’t work for me, especially when you have dysmenorrhea... you need something to work NOW. These work for me. I have no side effects. Well, spotting at times, but it’s barely nothing, I just put a pantyliner on. First month, my period was 3/10 pain when it’s usually 1000/10. Second month, period came one week earlier, my fault I took the pills one hour late for a couple of days... pain still 3/10. 3rd month, period is late or may not even come at all... it won’t matter because my pain be 3/10. All I can say is you gotta try until you find something that works. My case, I was lucky. Lord have mercy you need to take this pill at the same time for real for contraception. Not even 20 or 30 minutes late, child, not even 5 minutes."

• Anonymous
• March 31, 2012

Norethindrone "I started this a month ago and have had very little side effects. If I take it an hour late, there's some spotting, and I've lost 10 pounds (not that I'm complaining)! Plus, I've gone from a D to DD. It's a pretty effective pill! The only downside is the occasional headache."

• Anonymous
• August 13, 2019

Norethindrone for Amenorrhea "I have been on Micronor for 3 years. I have migraines with aura, so this was the only birth control possible for me at the time. I was 16 when I first started the pill and got very light spotting at first, then everything disappeared. I didn't get my period for 2 years, no PMS, no spotting, no nothing. I didn't gain any weight, no acne, no headache. It was bliss for 2 years, then anxiety came by. I had nausea all the time, and I didn't want to eat, so I lost 15 pounds in one summer (I was 18, 5'9, and 125 pounds before). Then around November last year, I started having my period again. Before the pill, I was regular and had little to no PMS, but now I had crazy nausea, headache, sore breasts, and bloating for a week before I got my period. Plus, it lasted longer than before and hurt so much more. Now, I get my period every 4 to 5 days, and they last 6 days. I will be switching to Kyleena (an IUD) soon. I'm giving this a 9 out of 10 because it gave me peace of mind for 2 years and I never got pregnant."

• Dak...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 1, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I am on this pill for the fact my doctors won't put me on estrogen because I get migraines. I was on Yaz before they pulled me off, which Yaz was wonderful until they found out I get migraines. My migraines were definitely manageable on Yaz. In January, they switched me to this as I had no other option for my condition. They told me I needed to shed my lining. After 3 months, I realized my migraines were worse than ever, and still are, and I’m on month 11. From January to the end of July, I was spotting every single day to the point I had to wear a pantyliner every day, even with my bikinis, because it wasn’t enough blood for a tampon. In August, I completely stopped bleeding. I have not had a period since. I get cramps every day and have taken numerous pregnancy tests. Of course, everyone is different, but the mini pill should be a last resort or nothing at all. Not to mention my hormones are completely out of whack because of this."

• Mlm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 31, 2017

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I'm sticking it out with Lyza, though most times I don't know why. Everyone is different. So don't go crazy reading all these reviews. Try it and figure out for yourself if it is good for you or not. Unfortunately, besides an IUD or a baby, this is my only option for birth control. I have had very irregular bleeding. The spotting is enough to drive anyone crazy. My boobs hurt like crazy sometimes. I feel pregnant, but I am not. Maybe that's how this pill works, I don't know. Also, I scoured the reviews, so don't know if anyone has had this experience, but I have had lite bleeding during/after sex. Figure out what's good for you. I wouldn't recommend this pill if you have other options."

• gre...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 29, 2016

Norethindrone for Endometriosis "Due to blood clot and diagnosis of autoimmune clotting disorder (anti-phospholipid syndrome), I had to be put on a non-estrogen birth control to help with my endometriosis. The pill has caused me to spot just about every single day, and I have been on it for over 6 months. It has not been able to control the cramps, and I have to have 800 mg ibuprofen on hand at all times. It has cut down on my 7-10 day very heavy period, but since I spot every day, not sure if it's really helped with the blood loss and anemia. When I started, I had just about every symptom of pregnancy, but I was not pregnant. This went away after about 1 month of use. Unfortunately, this is my only option at the moment, so I'm kind of stuck with this."

• kyl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 21, 2017

Norethindrone for Birth Control "The pill is effective in the sense of I'm not pregnant, but I got a lot of adverse effects. I got switched to the Heather pill after my pharmacy didn't carry the generic version. After 2 months of use, I started to get some adverse effects. It started with random spotting every day, and I couldn't lose weight. They were irritating, but I continued use. It wasn't until I started getting headaches, becoming confused, and couldn't concentrate where it became a problem. I broke out in a rash for a few days, and I have been emotionless. I would say use at your own risk."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2015

Norethindrone for Birth Control "After an episode of erythema nodosum from my last birth control pills, my doctor suggested I try a 3-month course of Micronor to see how my body would react to the progesterone. Well, I've gained 5 lbs and had my period or spotting 27 out of the 42 days I've been taking it. My doctor wants me to continue on it to prepare for an IUD, but honestly, I don't want it if the breakthrough is going to be this problematic."

• Moa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 3, 2021

Norethindrone for Birth Control "Initially, it seemed like a great option for me, a 30s black woman with 2 children, taking the pill to prevent future pregnancy. I did rate it a 4 because it did prevent pregnancy, which was the main reason I took it. I have high blood pressure, so I can’t do the combo pill, but I took it for about a month and a half. The first thing I didn’t realize right away was the mood swings, irritability, and extreme depression - I’m talking about extreme depression, my thoughts were crazy, suicidal, fatigue, or not having energy to do anything. Then there was spotting for days at a time (started after week 1). Once my cycle started (week 6), I discontinued the pill 3 days into my cycle once I saw how much heavier it was. I’m now on day 7 of a med-heavy cycle (my cycle is typically 3-4 days long and light to medium flow). My hair is also thinner than usual. Do your research, ladies."

• Jus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2020

Norethindrone for Birth Control "So I’ve been on Errin for 4 months. I was on Trivora prior, but have recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure at 26, so I was switched. Anyways, the first month was spotty, the second month I noticed if I didn’t take it the same EXACT time, down to the minute, I would spot. The third month was okay, still spotting here and there, but didn’t have a full period. This fourth month has been ridiculous, I have been spotting since the time I was supposed to get my period last month. I’m calling tomorrow to switch back, I’m over this. One star for Errin."

• Jay...
• June 16, 2015

Norethindrone 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."

• Mis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 6, 2018

Norethindrone "I am taking Ortho Micronor for polycystic ovaries. I was previously on the combo pill, but estrogen does not work well for me since I already have problems with excess estrogen. My age also means I am at higher risk of undesirable side effects, and I have already been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Unfortunately, I will have to stop this medication as well, as I am having continuous spotting, which is annoying since I have to wear something at all times. It's also making my scalp flaky, my face oily, and I'm retaining so much water that the bloating is terrible. I am always uncomfortable. I feel the next step is a hysterectomy since I have painful cysts that rupture, and I have already had the precursor for endometrial cancer, which is in my family history."

• Lia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 12, 2018

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I started taking this pill in October of 2017. I was on it for about 2 1/2 to 3 months before I stopped it because I hated the fact that I bled and spotted for about 18 days. I started the pill again about a month or two later. I've been on it for almost 2 months now, and I'm still experiencing longer periods and spotting for two weeks or longer. I've gained a bit of weight, but not sure if that's from the pill or not. Overall, I don't have any side effects other than the crazy amount of time I bleed and spot and some bloating. I'm trying to stick it out for at least a few more months to see if the spotting will stop, if not, I'm definitely not staying on the pill."

• SDa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 21, 2021

Norethindrone for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been on this pill for 22 days for abnormal, frequent, heavy periods. I'm 44 years old. I felt much sleepier than usual (which I don't mind, as an anxious person!) and my breasts have been large and very painful the entire time. I started spotting on the 17th day, and by day 18, I started a very heavy, extremely painful period that is still going strong on day 6. I never miss work and was in bed almost all day yesterday. This is a worse period than my usual, but the PMS was less bad, and it came an extra week later, which was nice. Not sure if I can continue though!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 15, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "The first month I took this pill, I had extremely tender and sore breasts. I also had spotting and got my period 4 times in two months. I finally stopped taking it the second week into the 3rd month because I got terrible acne, like I've never had in my life, and my period, again. Worst pill I've been on."

• Ash...
• August 21, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I had to switch BC (Tribessa). They said I was high risk for a stroke, so I started using Lyza. It works, but I have had multiple periods in a month. I'll bleed for 4 weeks, then be off for 2 days and start spotting again. That turns into another full period. I don't know if my body isn't adjusting or what."

• Kea...
• June 3, 2017

Norethindrone for Birth Control "So, I'm 23 years old. I went to the doctor not only for birth control but for something to control my terrible menstrual cycle. I would bleed for 7 days straight, heavily at that. I was first put on Depo, which I absolutely adored! No periods, no terrible side effects like most people warn you about. Well, after 2 years, my doc tells me it's not good to be on Depo longer than 2 years, so I switched to a pill. I smoke, and at this point in my life, I am not ready to quit, so I take progestin-only pills. At first, starting Errin, I spotted for about 2 weeks, but I figured that was because of not having a period for nearly 2 years. Since then, I have a period every month, and while they only last about 4 days with moderate bleeding. Cramps are bad!!!"

• fan...
• January 15, 2019

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I'm 19, and this is my first BC experience. The first three months on this pill kind of sucked, but I expected that. Your body needs time to adjust. I had a lot of spotting and irregular periods (2 in one month, 8 days between cycles, etc.). But these are really the only side effects worth mentioning. I had lost some weight due to lack of appetite right before starting, and I'm since back to my normal weight, so I can't say if this is because of the pill or because I started eating normally. I've always had acne, and it's no better or worse than before. I'm into my 4th pack, and things have gotten much better for now. I haven't had any spotting in a while, and it looks like I'll be getting my period at my normal time this month. You have to take it at the same time every day. Consider your schedule/routine when deciding on a time. The pill is most effective for 20 hours, so also consider when you are most likely to have sex. 12 pm is perfect for me."

• New...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 18, 2016

Norethindrone for Birth Control "I started taking this when I was breastfeeding. My milk production decreased, but I don't believe it's linked to the birth control. Now that I'm no longer breastfeeding, my period is lighter than normal, and I have random spotting. It isn't much at all though, so I really don't have complaints. I have yet to become pregnant again (thank the Lord), and I haven't had any major issues, so I like this medication."