Yaz for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder User Reviews (Page 4)

• Great...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 13, 2021

"I've had a v positive experience with Yaz (Eloine in the UK) which has completely cleared up my previously debilitating PMDD. All of my symptoms have gone: the fatigue, nausea, difficulty concentrating, depression, anxiety, foggy-headedness, bloating, water retention, cravings, muscle aches and insomnia. I've been taking it continuously for four months and, although for the first few weeks I noticed some of the side effects mentioned on the leaflet, such as tearfulness and breast swelling (also, I was hornier than usual!), these went and left me feeling really good. I don't notice a single side effect now, and I have more consistent energy and happiness. Also, no weight gain to speak of: I just had some fluctuations in water retention during the first month, and my shape has slightly changed (a little less fat on my stomach/more on my hips), but it's not extreme and I feel good. I definitely recommend trying Yaz for PMDD, and I hope your experience is as good as mine!"

• Pray...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2018

"On my 2nd day of YAZ and I’m already quitting it tomorrow. It’s currently 4:09 in the morning and haven’t slept since taking the pill 2 days ago. My hearts been beating rapidly since I started and having palpitations."

• AMAZING
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 6, 2022

"I don’t ever write reviews but I need to help some girl who is potentially going through the same situation as I was 4 months ago…! I was very on and off about whether or not I wanted to try Yaz as I had heard good reviews but then very horrific ones about blood clots that scared me so bad. I went to the doctors twice in one week as I was having the worst panic attacks due to me thinking I would get a clot, however I tried again and the first 2 months I was quite short tempered and very tired and my skin also got worse, however I persisted and the only negatives now 4 months in is that I do tend to get tired more often and sensitive to sad things, along with a lower libido, butttt the pill has completely gotten rid of my PMS and I feel so much more level headed and calm. I also don’t get severe sugar cravings like I used to and have actually lost some weight, my skin is clear and periods are pretty much gone in 3 days! (Also no pregnancy;)"

• Cano
• April 28, 2018

"I started taking Yaz about 6 months ago. I suffer from very severe and painful PMDD & periods (I bloat for like 10 days before my period), have had a fibroid removed, ovarian cyst ruptures etc etc (just bad luck overall with my reproductive system). Docs have put me on a lot of pills in the past. I have to say Yaz is the only pill that has ever helped with my physical symptoms. But, it has also had the most crippling effect on my mental health. I've experienced sadness, anxiety, hopelessness and worthlessness like never before. I cry at the drop of a hat (not normal for me), I can't focus (and I'm in grad school), if my boyfriend doesn't text me back for a couple hours I'm basically on my death bed. It's crazy. I really thought I was going super crazy but I'm pretty sure it's this pill. I'm going to see a doc about it to see what they have to say. It sucks what we have to go through - choosing between pain and discomfort or damaged emotional health!"

• Anonymous
• August 15, 2008

"I took Yaz for 6 months with good results, but not complete relief of my PMDD. Due to an insurance goof up I was unable to get my medication for 2 months (it is more than I can afford out of pocket). During those 2 months I realized how much it had been helping me. My periods were much lighter and the bloating and tenderness were much worse when I was off of them. I'm am back on Yaz now and my doctor has combined it with Zoloft so hopefully I will be back to "normal" soon."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 20, 2018

"My period used to be 7 days, with 3 really heavy days where I would have to change a S+ tampon out every 4-5 hours & had cramps that would double me over & send me to the bathroom with diarrhea. My breasts would become sensitive & swell & I would just feel generally disgusting. I only had 1 week/month to actually enjoy life without period-related issues. Now, the only time I cramp significantly is the first couple of days of it, but even then not much. I also might get a single pimple. My period averages 5 days & a regular tampon is sufficient for at least 4 hours even on the heaviest day. It took about 4 months for my body to start getting used to it & now it's been 7 months & I think I've fully adjusted. The only negative side effect that I've noticed is that I have to take it at exactly the same time every day or I'll spot until my next period. I may be able to take it an hour late once, but I once took it a couple of hours late 2 days in a row & I spotted every day for the next 3 weeks."

• Cali
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 28, 2021

"Yaz completely gave me my life back, I had/have really bad PMDD that was affecting my life heavily. I wish PMDD was a more commonly known thing it so easily it gets brushed off as PMS or moodiness as I did for about a year. I didn't know it existed until a few months ago hence not looking for a cure. I think I'll take this forever the improvement is unbelievable PMDD is all but gone. Also worth mentioning I add vitamin b6 in the PMS period but it's definitely predominantly the yaz that's fixed me."

• texas...
• February 19, 2012

"Started taking Yaz for heavy periods and very severe PMS/PMDD. Two weeks in to the first pack and I started bleeding. Not just normal but really bad bleeding. A week later and I was in the emergency room being admitted for severe blood loss and had 3 units of blood transfused."

• pmsin...
• June 19, 2015

"Well, this was a last resort for my PMDD, which is pretty much destroying my life. I was VERY nervous about taking it - not interested in hair loss, weight gain etc. But I gave it a chance. 3 days in, developed a cluster of hives on left hand, and one on right hand. Extremely itchy. Absolutely no other changes in my products/lifestyle/food/etc.. So I know it's Yaz. Also all over burning/itchiness. Sun & showers make it worse. On day 4, realized I felt less..calm.. more anxious. Also finding it difficult to sleep. Doc claimed 'unlikely Yaz causing this'. Yeah, right. Told me to take Zyrtec for symptoms. Nope. This isn't working for me."

• Anonymous
• December 2, 2011

"I have been taking Yaz for roughly around 7 years, it was a miracle pill for my PMDD when I first started taking it. Over the past 3-4 years I have not been feeling up to par. Severe allergies, fatigue, mouth ulcers, no interest in sex, moodiness and stomach pain are just a few of the things I had been experiencing. After a bout of moodiness and having to be talked to twice at work (this never happens, I pride myself in my work ethics) I finally decided to check into the background and rare side effects of Yaz, I have been experiencing all of them! I'm not suggesting this will happen to everyone but if you start to not quite feel yourself it never hurts to check into your medications background. I will stop taking Yaz!"

• Anonymous
• November 12, 2009

"I took Yaz because of my problems with tiredness and heavy mood swings. While on the pill and I noticed it made them 1000000 times worse. However, it did make my periods light which was super nice for a change. I took this pill for only 3-4 months then had to switch because my boyfriend and family were sick of me being moody all the time."

• Sadee
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 15, 2018

"Yaz improved my PMS symptoms however I noticed a dramatic increase of melasma (dark spots) on my face. After researching I found this to be a possible side effect. I stopped taking it approximately 6 months ago and the spots have been fading gradually. Personally I think there are too many potential side effects to risk taking this medication."

• guit4...
• March 27, 2013

"I loved this pill. I was taking it for PMDD as well as very painful and heavy periods. I took or for about three months with no side effects except my breasts grew a full cup size and were incredibly sensitive. Then on my fourth month I had breakthrough bleeding the whole month! I wish this hadn't happened as I was really happy with Yaz. My doctor just switched me to Yasmin, so we will see!"

• emmast
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 2, 2021

"It’s been 2 to 3 years since I have PMDD. I had terrible anxiety, crying spells, I felt rejected and I had insomnia every month and never really realize it was PMDD, but about 6 months ago, I talked to my mom about it and she told me it was probably PMDD, because she had the same thing. Yaz was the solution for her. So, I tried it with hope it would work for me. Unfortunately, it didn’t help me. I believe it even made it worse, I had anxiety panics during the night which I rarely had before. Also, it really affected my libido and I never wanted to have sex with my bf. I was really feeling desperate and feeling that nothing would work for me until I tried antidepressant Citalopram. For me it was life changing, I take 10 mg every day and I have almost no more symptoms of PMDD, it has worked really great for me. So, I would say, try Yaz first, because it worked for my mom and it worked for a lot of women and if it doesn’t work, try citalopram! It is really life changing for me:)"

• kaylart
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 7, 2023

"Yaz literally saved my life. I'd been suffering from PMDD for several years without knowing, and after a lot of digging later, I discovered I might have it. I genuinely could not live the way I was anymore and was about to end my life. I was desperate for anything to make it so I could breathe again (I was so incredibly depressed & anxious I'd have panic attacks for hours every day multiple times a day and couldn't get out of bed to go to the bathroom, I couldn't stand in the shower without sobbing, etc. for 3 weeks straight each month. It was impossible to function. I tried this. It took about 2 months for me to start feeling alive. I have to be VERY rigid about taking this at the same time every day, if I am an hour or two off for 2 days in a row ALL my symptoms come back in full swing and usually stay for at least a month straight and there is nonstop bleeding/spotting. The only side effect I have experienced so far (it is been about 13 months) are minor headaches every once in a while. It saved me."

• PMDD...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2023

"I have tried every single birth control out there, the depo shot, mini pill, ring, patch, sponge, you name it, I’ve tried it. They have all made me feel like I was losing my mind or would affect my moods, severely. I gained weight on the depo which didn’t help with my mental health issues. I finally saw a doctor and told them all of my concerns. They told me I was suffering from PMDD and everything made sense. A couple weeks before my period, I would turn into Wolverine. It wasn’t good for me or my family, especially my partner because I would pick fights, literally for no reason. I have been on YAZ for one month now and I was hesitant because of some of the negative reviews. But I took the risk and am so glad I did. I did not get my period, my acne is disappearing (I have severe bacne), I can speak calmly to my kids if they’re acting out, and I haven’t argued with my partner. I can sleep again! You just need to try everything until you find the perfect BC. It’s YAZ for me."

• Anonymous
• December 5, 2008

"I have taken other BCP's over time, but Yaz is the best. After 2 years on it, I no longer have a period, no cramps, and my face has cleared up. But also, it has helped with my mood swings and irritability. I am worried about the blood clots and cancer stuff as I get older. I am not a smoker, but my sister was and died from a blood clot. She was on birth control, but not Yaz."

• Trouble
• July 22, 2009

"I've suffered from severe premenstrual dysphoric disorder my entire adult life. Yaz has been wonderful for me. I began taking it nearly 2 years ago. It took some time for my body to adjust to Yaz, probably more than 6 months. The main side effect for me was heavy bleeding. I've found the Yaz to be wonderful as long as I take it religiously the same time each day, within 1-2 hours. And deviation seems to bring on side effects. I recently switched from taking it before bed to taking it in the morning. The PMS mid-cycle was terrible. I may have to add a low dose of Prozac to help me through the adjustment."

• macnc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2022

"I've only taken it for a month so far, but I do notice a positive effect. My PMDD made me near suicidal, crying a lot, etc. to the point where I would just isolate myself from others to hide it. I didn't notice any of those problems this first month on this pill. I didn't even bloat or have oily skin like I used to. The first few days were weird, just adjusting to a new med. I got headaches for a couple of days. I've had consistently weird dreams and issues sleeping while on Yaz. I've had more of an appetite, but that may just be from going to the gym more recently. I didn't notice any real weight gain. If weird dreams is the price to pay for this drug, its worth it. My mental health definitely in my control now. I hope this drug continues working."

• tiger
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2022

"I was a little nervous to start Yaz because I had a bad experience with Alesse years ago (it made my mood a lot worse). I started Yaz due to irregular periods and significant PMS symptoms. I take it with no breaks (no placebo pills) as per my Gynecologist and it has made a significant positive impact on my life. I had noticed that my mood is generally a lot stable during pregnancy and this is very similar since I do not ovulate. I'm happier, feel more even keeled and it has even increased my libido. I haven't noticed any side effects and my weight has been stable (I'm on the 3rd pack currently)."

• mrsmp
• June 29, 2009

"I've only been taking this for one month for premenstrual dysphoric disorder and haven't even had my first period on it. So far I have felt generally more level and have found I have more energy. I take it at 10pm so any nausea is whilst I sleep. I have been waking at 5am but slowly things are improving on that front. I used to have joint pain with my PMDD and my knee joints don't hurt anymore. I have gained 2 pounds but I have also been eating winter comfort food so it could be that! I plan to exercise now my energy is returning so hopefully I can start to lose all my pregnancy weight from 2 pregnancies. So far so good - actually interested to see if my periods are lighter as they were awful before."

• Joce
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2018

"5 months on YAZ. Honestly I’m on this drug because of Acne, PMDD, and to prevent pregnancy. So all of it LOL sooo annoying. It gives me a light period and I can also skip my period now! My period is a nightmare. Anyway my skin is not better so that sucks. It might even be worse? My boobs haven’t stopped hurting. I have to put heat on them sometimes and some days it’s worse than others. Ugh my boobs aren’t even bigger and you think they would be since they are so swollen. I’m have very tiny boobs. It’s honestly hurt everyday since I started. I don’t know if this is bad or not. It also has changed my libido. So yeah that is my experience. Also I have been on 3 other birth controls and they did not do the weird boob pain. But yeah!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 20, 2022

"I did have stubborn acne and hair loss for years and I was diagnosed with PCOS but never considered OCP as my period was "regular" when it became irregular for 2 months I considered Yaz, and this is a lifesaver for me. It improved my skin reduced my hair loss, my period became lighter, and that severe chronic pain is gone (which, to my dr seemed to be endometriosis as the pill improved my chronic abdominal pain ). I didn't know that I have PMDD, but after reading I knew it, I will get severely depressed and suicidal in a cyclical way, and have zero energy, but now am way much better. I know it has risks but what I was going through was disabling. For side effects; I had spotting for a whole month then it improved to few light spots, I had headache, nausea and breast pain for a month then all improved, so you have to wait and see how your body reacts to it."

• MRSGU...
• October 5, 2009

"Yaz was great for the first 4 months. I then had a huge jump in my blood pressure. My doctor took me off of it immediately. After one week my blood pressure started dropping. PLEASE CHECK YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE! I had no clue. I have never had a problem with high blood pressure before taking YAZ."

• Zara
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 8, 2020

"I started Yaz a month and a half ago and the first month was great I almost thought this will be it but suddenly my head started to fog and I will be unfocused and tired everyday for no reason. Other than that the constant cramps, back pain and decrease in my libido made me realize this was not good for me. I had high expectations that weren't fufilled I wish for new users to find this helpful."