Slynd for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 2)

• jessica
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 6, 2021

"I’ve been on this for a little over a year and my period has pretty much disappeared. It only comes once every 6 months (as of right now) and it only lasts 3 days. My period is super light and my only effects with my period is tiredness and a little bit of cramping but it’s so little it’s hardly even noticeable. My periods used to be miserable and so I'm glad I chose this. I don’t have any side effects at all aside from my nearly gone period. I love it"

• Belle
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 1, 2020

"Hello! I wanted to see how everyone else that has still been on Slynd has fared? I just started my first month on this and started bleeding more than spotting for sure the second week into this pack. It hasn’t really let up! I called the doctors office and they just said break through bleeding and spotting can be normal and just try and continue. It’s really discouraging as I don’t want to experience this bleeding for the next two months or so to adjust to it. Has anyone else had their bleeding in between improve at all? I’m getting frustrated! I also have some light cramps otherwise nothing else but the bleeding is very frustrating. Hoping it’s normal!"

• Kait
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 19, 2020

"I have been on Slynd since last October (about 7 months now). I am 24 and was prescribed it because I have high blood pressure. Since I started the pill, I haven’t had a period or any spotting and I am taking the placebo pills every month. However, this doesn’t seem to be the case for everyone else! I also didn’t notice any weight gain, I think I actually lost weight when I switched from the combination pill to this one. My acne has also gotten better on my face but I did break out pretty bad on my back which I thought was strange. Overall, I’ve liked it and haven’t had many negative side effects, but it is concerning every month when I don’t get a period!"

• Squir...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 29, 2021

"Slynd is the **ONLY** non-estrogen pill available in the US that works for me! In many other countries you can get Desogestrel, which for me is very similar. No break through bleeding and of course no weird estrogen side effects with either. I've tried a bunch of different B/C for my PMDD and this is by far the best one, though I still have symptoms, unfortunately. I was extremely bingy and gained so much weight with estrogen containing pills. I lost the extra weight and this pill works well now."

• KLaw
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 14, 2022

"This medication has been LIFE CHANGING!! I am 47 and was having horrifically heavy periods every month (sometimes more than once/month). They were causing me grief and wreaking havoc on my daily life. I had tried multiple pills before Slynd and was considering a hysterectomy. My doctor had me try it in a last-ditch effort and low and behold IT WORKED!!! Took a few cycles, but after about 3-4, my periods are GONE!!!! I might have one day every few months that I spot, but that’s it! Truly life changing!!!!"

• Zoe
• October 1, 2020

"I am finishing my second pack and I am so so pleased with the birth control. I was switched for being at risk for stroke with my other birth control because of my migraines. I was super nervous to take a POP because I forget to take pills all the time but I have an alarm and I think being so scared has made me more responsible. I haven’t had a period but still get period like symptoms around the time I should have it. I used to get really nauseous from birth control and I don’t feel that way at all with this."

• Mattye
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 1, 2020

"Slynd was NOT for me. After a decade on Yaz my Ob Gyn switched me to Slynd. This was during the quarantine and highly stressful timing in hindsight I should have not agreed to change over to something without more research. My side effects began in the second half of first pack. I began dropping weight and developing acne on my back, neck, and face (I’m almost 40). My anxiety hit an all time high and by the first week of the second pack I quit after having an episode where I had thoughts to harm myself. For reference, I have NEVER experienced that in my life and it was such a red flag I called my doc to switch back to my old pill. The nurse made a comment about weight loss not being associated with this pill and was cavalier about it. I was upset that this pill is so new with limited research and reviews and I had been prescribed it simply because I was approaching a certain age. It was not a fit for me."

• Val
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 11, 2023

"So I have been on this pill for a year now. After three to four months of finishing packs, I stopped having my period... which is convenient, but seems like it can be a common thing. I was also previously diagnosed with PMDD and this has made those issues almost nonexistent at this point. Would definitely at least give this pill a chance... it might work for you as well!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2023

"I would not recommend this pill to anyone. Tried it twice and both time experienced severe sleep disturbances. Woke up many times a night, night sweats, and many nights I couldn't sleep at all. Breakthrough bleeding that was pretty heavy also occurred."

• mscott
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 11, 2021

"I’m really enjoying Slynd! I was on Lo Loestrin FE & came off because of migraines & intense anxiety on placebo pills. My NP advised me to take this continuously so no placebo, & my moods/emotions are so stable and I don’t get a period! I had some very, very light spotting for two days during pack three but nothing worth doing anything about. My skin has cleared up so nicely & I haven’t gained any weight. I think its worth a try if you struggle with panic disorder!!"

• Bri
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2021

"Worst birth control I’ve ever tried. I’m almost done with my 3rd month and I’ve bled almost every since day since I started my first pack. I’ve never ever had problems with weight gain in the past (I have two kids always remained at 120 after having them). I got on Slynd 9 months after having my daughter, I was already back to my pre-pregnancy weight then. NOW, I’ve gained 15lbs. I’ve never been this heavy. None of my clothes fit. I’ve always been active and have worked out since I was 16, I’m now 26. I go to the gym 3-4 times a week and run a mile a day and I CAN'T LOSE THE WEIGHT. I don’t eat meat, I’m pretty healthy. I’ve literally never had this issue before and I am sooo upset. My mental health has been rough since starting this birth control too. I’ve been having such bad depression"

• Rachael
• May 5, 2021

"I was prescribed Slynd due to an underlying heart condition. The first month I took it, 10/10 no complaints whatsoever. It even made my period nearly non existent. Unfortunately, my second month on it has been torture. I have had breakthrough bleeding every single day, nonstop. My skin was just about perfect before I switched to this pill, now it is absolutely horrible. Everyday I wake up with around 5 new breakouts and nothing is seeming to help it. It is turning into cystic acne I think. I cry at the drop of a pin. If someone looks at me the wrong way, or makes a joke that I didn't find funny, instant tears. I have noticed slight weight loss on this pill which I am not too angry about. I am hoping to switch off of this pill and go back to combination pills ASAP. Although, my gyno recommended that I wait to finish at least 3 months worth, which I am dreading. If you don't mind acne, constant spotting, and unexpected crying - this is the pill for you!"

• Slynd...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 21, 2022

"I started this at 40yrs old to help with PMDD, painful periods and heavy bleeding. The first 4 months was rough because of the bleeding but then stopped around month 5 and so glad I stuck it out. I’m on month 9 and my moods are so much better, more consistent, and I don’t have those horrible bad days anymore. I chose this over surgery and antidepressants for PMDD and so glad I did. My periods are very short and much lighter with some cramping randomly but not that bad. I was also able to stop taking spirolactone for my acne because this cleared my skin up. I thought I gained weight but I’m really the same size almost a year later so I think it was just my body adjusting. My advice is try it but give it at least 4-5 months."

• Alyssa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2020

"My gyn gave me 4 packs of this pill for free. Goal was to prevent pregnancy but also to get some relief from heavy monthly bleeding/cramps. I’m on pack 4 and still have breakthrough bleeding, it just happens unexpectedly and can last a week or more. Cramps have improved and haven’t gotten pregnant, but I’ve had major cystic acne and dry eyes so they’re bloodshot all the time. No weight gain which is a plus. I feel like a guinea pig since this pill was literally just approved by FDA and there are no patient reviews to be found. Not sure if I will continue taking, I can only imagine what the monthly price will be on a brand new pill on the market with no generic available."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 31, 2023

"I started this medicine to help lighten my periods. I started bleeding the day I started the pill and have been bleeding since - 2 plus months now. I've gained weight and the mood swings/anger are off the charts. I would not recommend this to anyone. I'm done with it!"

• Kat
• November 24, 2020

"I’ve been on this pill for about a year. I’m insanely frustrated with the constant bleeding. I actually ended up googling it because although my doc insists that breakthrough bleeding is normal, I’m over it. I skipped one month when my husband wasn’t home anyway and didn’t have any issues with my cycle. I had my period this month for about 8 days. Once I FINALLY stopped bleeding I was able to have sex for about 4 days before I started bleeding again and this time it’s been almost 2 weeks of breakthrough bleeding and clot passing. It gets lighter some days and I think it’s almost over and then BAM it’s heavy again. Not to mention the insane and constant low back cramps and what feels like ovarian cysts or something, I’m constantly taking ibuprofen and Tylenol for the back pain."

• Mom
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2020

"I unfortunately did not have a good experience with Slynd. I bled significantly for the 3.5 months I was on it. It was originally prescribed to help with my migraines but was not successful. I stopped a few weeks ago because it was wasn’t worth it for me. I wish there were more reviews when I started this so I hope my review is helpful to others."

• Lily
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 15, 2021

"I’ve always had issues with birth control prior to Slynd. I’ve been on 2 different combination pills as well as the Kyleena IUD. I’ve had all sorts of side effects: recurrent yeast infections, dryness and acne. I changed my gynecologist and told her my past issues, and she recommended Slynd. My skin has improved significantly and I hardly ever had a pimple since I’ve been on Slynd. I basically don’t have any side effects. The only thing is, my period had pretty much disappeared after the first 3 months."

• Count...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 18, 2020

"I have been trying different bc pills every four months for the last five or so years. I’ve finally found the one that works for me is Slynd, and I’m at my lowest weight I’ve ever been. No side effects at all, except for continuous bleeding for the first two weeks. I skip placebos and haven’t had a period at all in six months (I skipped all of my placebos including my first packs, not Dr. recommended but it didn’t have any negative effect). I took one month off all birth control before starting Slynd and I feel exactly the same as if I wasn’t taking anything at all, except my skin is more clear and again, no periods. This won’t work for everyone but I was about to give up altogether. Estrogen was the problem for me, now that it’s gone I have never felt so “together” and happy."

• NLG
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 15, 2021

"I have suffered from long extremely heavy periods since I was 11 years old. At 38 with my tubes tied and 3 kids, I was at my wits end. Being anemic due to my period had taken its toll. I went to my dr asking for a hysterectomy. He recommended Slynd. I argued, since I have taken other birth controls in the past with no help to my bleeding. But he said he wouldn't recommend a hysterectomy without exhausting all efforts. Now a year later I am soooo glad I found Slynd. I only spot on my 2nd day of placebo and have little to no cramping. Also my hormonal acne has all but gone away as well. I do have some negative side effects like bloating and weight gain (10lbs in a year) but for the first time in my life I had labs done and I am no longer anemic."

• hello
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2022

"I'm a month into using Slynd and I have had no issues. Due to constant headaches and migraines, I switched from the combo pill to Slynd with the hopes it would help with my headaches. I've had no headaches since starting (although I have still had my usual monthly intense migraine but I didn't expect birth control to fix that). My head feels much clearer (I'm not sure how else to explain it!) now that I no longer take a combo pill. If you have headaches/migraines and are looking for a birth control with no estrogen, I would highly recommend trying Slynd. I've had no acne, no spotting, no weight gain, and a drastic difference in the amount of headaches I have. We will see how the next few months go, but so far Slynd has drastically improved my quality of life with no side effects."

• Londie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 23, 2020

"Hey. I started Slynd 3 months ago. I’m a little concerned. My first month on the pill I got my period for almost 7 days. My usual before was only 3 days. I’m not on my 3 pack and still no menstrual since I first started. For the last two month I have gotten the menstrual symptoms but heavier than normal. Bad cramping serve back pain but no flow. I’m not sure if this is normal."

• Torres
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2022

"I’ve been taking birth control pills for a few years now . I’ve never felt so emotional drained in my life . From the day I started taking this I was sad ,and mad every single day . I cried for no reason , and had crazy thoughts running through my head Very UNLIKE me . I’m so depressed, because I can’t stand going another day just crying myself to sleep . I am so miserable , and can’t wait for my OBGYN to call me tomorrow to get these pills changed . Not happy , I also started to break out and have rashes on the back of my neck ."

• Happy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 2, 2023

"Just dropping in to be another voice that's not scary. I just finished my first month of Slynd. It hasn't changed my life nor ruined it. I felt crummy the first couple of days, then everything balanced out. I was terrified to switch after reading all the reviews. I had to change due to being on a combo pill and having migraines with aura. Everyone responds differently, but it's possible for it to have little to no side effects with this drug."

• notfo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 17, 2020

"I have been on BC pills in the past, I have always felt super nauseous and literally felt pregnant. I just had a baby 4 months ago and my OB put me on SLYND right at my 6 week post partum checkup. I have PCOS and suspected endo as well. He said this shouldn't make me feel ill. The first month was good, except I had break through bleeding. I am now ending month 3 and going on BC permanently. My sex drive, which has always been extremely high, and never affected on other pills is literally at a 0! I am constantly bleeding, periods are SUPER horrible. I am nauseous every single morning that I wake up and headaches all day. I also feel super moody, tired, and my "always low" blood pressure seems to be on the rise. This just was not for me."