Lo Loestrin Fe for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 3)

• sxk
• October 13, 2011

"I've been on this for almost a year and I really like it. My old pills (Tried Ortho Tri, Nuvaring, etc. for around 5-10 yrs) lowered my sex drive and gave me other weird side effects. For the first few months I had some of the basic side effects, but now they're mostly gone except I never get periods anymore. I asked my doctor if that's normal, and she said it was fine."

• KJano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 21, 2019

"READ THIS IF YOU ARE SENSITIVE TO MEDICATIONS OR HAVE DEPRESSION! Everyone is different in how their bodies metabolize medications. I am very sensitive to side effects. My doctor suggested this pill with the lowest amount of estrogen in hopes that it wouldn't cause too many side effects. At 22 years old, I already struggle with depression & regular migraines. The only thing this pill did for me was decrease my headaches. I was on it for one month & my depression was seemingly worse than it ever had been. I had constant really dark thoughts life just didn't seem worth it. I stopped the pill immediately & was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. A couple weeks off the pill & everything went back to baseline. Even if you don't have depression, this is a MAJOR side effect that is not properly addressed. A lot of people have reached out to me telling me they had a very similar experience. Again, everyones experience is different, just be careful and do your research, as with any birth control."

• Shay
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 3, 2020

"I have been on Lo Lo for a year and two months and it is great! This was my first experience with birth control pills and it went perfectly fine. I used to have very bad/heavy periods, but now I get my period for maybe two or three days each month (no cramps!!). My body did take a while to adjust though, so I had breakthrough bleeding for the first 6 months or so. I had no other negative side effects other than maybe feeling way more emotional."

• Susie
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 3, 2020

"I’ve been on lolo since grade 10 to stop A 3 MONTH STRAIGHT heavy bleeding period. Once I started lolo for about a month I never got another period, which is great!! (Do you know how much money I’m saving not buying pads or tampons?? Or having to worry about getting your period??) I have now been on it for 5 years and it has been great with no side effects. I would 100% recommend if you have heavy terrible periods and want really light periods or no periods. Just remember every body reacts differently and sometimes it takes a couple months to start working!"

• Jess
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 16, 2021

"This pill was good in the beginning but after a few months I no longer got my period at all. Some may like this but I however prefer to feel like my body functions. My acne began to came back after 6 months and I have 0 sex drive which destroyed my relationship. Even with foreplay sex was painful and disinteresting. (For reference we'd once had a very frequent healthy sex life). Any combination pill is likely to kill your sex drive so if you don't have acne I'd recommend a progesterone only pill."

• Anonymous
• January 29, 2016

"I came on here to write a good review because I feel like people are so quick to put their opinions out if a medication is bad way before if it is good for them! With that being said, if you are on here because you just started taking this medicine or just prescribed it and haven't started it, its sooo important to remember YOUR body isn't like another woman's, birth control effects everyone different so don't let some of these scary/bad reviews scare you( you'll find them under every type of BC review). What may be great for you, might be horrible for someone else. This is great for me!"

• worst...
• September 2, 2020

"PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS BIRTH CONTROL. I literally have never written a review for anything in 19 years of my life, but I needed to warn everyone researching birth controls to steer clear from this medication, especially if you are acne prone. I am on my second course of Accutane because of this awful drug. It absolutely ruined my skin, and gave me the worst cystic, hormonal acne, which I have never had in my life. It also gave me the most irregular periods that would last for weeks on and off, and made me so sad, tired, and unmotivated all the time. My cramps and mood were affected in the worst way possible, the only minor plus of this is that I didn't gain any weight. I wish I never gave this birth control a try, and I really tried to push through and see if my body would get used to it, but after 5 months, it wasn't really worth it. Please don't let this medication do its damage to your body like it did to mine and many others. It's the worst."

• Shiva
• March 3, 2020

"I just start taking this birth control Lo Lo, and honestly I am so depressed I never felt this way in my life. I missed two days of work because I couldn’t even move from my bed I have been spotting since I’ve been taking the pills. I'm on my 12th pill I don’t think I’m gonna take it anymore"

• Bnwild
• November 19, 2011

"I am very sensitive to hormones. This pill is great ...no side effects. I am very active and in tune with my body. No weight gain, no acne, no bleeding, no change in libido. Great pill! Worth every cent."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 30, 2020

"I have been on this medication for almost 6 months. This pill finally stabilized my periods. Everything was going good until the 4-5th month I began experiencing a horrible increase in appetite. I noticed I gained weight on my face and that my acne got much worse especially on my neck (which I never used to get). Being such a low dosage, I didn’t expect for this pill to have such a high impact on my body but I was wrong. Birth control works differently on everyone but I still would not recommend this pill."

• CKNJ
• March 28, 2013

"I have been taking this for a year. I switched from another birth control pill, which I was on for 10 years. Since the switch my period has been non-existent. I have always been regular, but not with this pill. At first I was very nervous each month, even taking pregnancy tests. Other than the irregularity this pill has very little side effects. It has helped with mood swings I was having on my old pill. I have not gained weight, and my skin seems clearer. I saw my gyno today, and she said the Lo Loestrin Fe has the smallest amount of estrogen, so it makes the uterus so thin, it just doesn't bleed. She says it is perfectly healthy and normal, So I am ok with that. I just know the week I go on vacation, I will get a period!"

• niki
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 3, 2020

"I am only writing this review to let other women know that Lo loestrin fe gave me major depression and suicidal thoughts. It also raised my blood pressure significantly. If you have issues with mental health, I ask that you be cautious of this pill."

• Jenn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 31, 2023

"I came here and read the reviews after my doctor put me on Lo. I'm 27 years old with PCOS and this is my first time being on any type of birth control. When I read the reviews, I saw a lot of comments about women getting really bad anxiety from taking Lo. I have been diagnosed with anxiety and depression, so it made me nervous. I wanted to see for myself because I know I can always stop taking it. The first day I took it, I was fine for the first 2 hours, but shortly after my heart started to race and I felt anxious. My initial thought was that the reviews were right, but I noticed I didn't get the reaction until after I drank soda. I tested this theory and did some research to find that women on birth control are more sensitive to caffeine. The next day I took my birth control without caffeine and didn't have the same experience. I'm leaving this review for the next woman who reads the reviews and feels the same way I did."

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

"I feel like because there aren't many positive posts on here I should share one. I got on this pill because of reoccurring ovarian cysts and also to relieve some menstrual pain during periods. I'm on the third month and I have had no negative side effects. The only thing was I had black disgusting discharge for about a week at the beginning but it stopped. However, I noticed that if I don't take the pill at the same time every day or relatively close to the same time I begin having that discharge again. However, I have not experienced any mood swings, weight gain, or any other negative side effects. Every pill affects every woman differently so please don't get freaked out by negative reviews like I did, actually don't even read them."

• allim
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 22, 2014

"I never had a bad experience with this pill. I freaked out when I first started taking it because I didn't have a period. But I fell in love with it. I don't have periods. I don't get any weight gain or mood swings. I have been on this pill for about 4years now. It does take a bit for your both do get use to a pill. So don't hate it. It will take a month to a few. I haven't had any problems with it."

• samm
• January 3, 2015

"I switched to this pill after using Sprintec for years and had instant weight gain. I gained 20 pounds in the first three months. No noticeable changes in mood, sex drive, or acne. My skin stayed very clear. I also stopped having a period completely and although it was wonderful I could not get used to it. The pregnancy panics along with the weight gain forced me to stop taking these pills."

• Ems
• December 30, 2013

"I got on this birth control around 6 months ago. I had no problems. It took about three months to adjust. I don't get periods on it. Unfortunately after 3 months I began putting on weight rapidly (around 15 lbs in two months) which is a lot for my small frame. Despite working out 6 days a week and eating clean, I could not lose the weight. Other than the weight gain this was a great pill. The only reason I'm changing is because of the severe weight gain."

• Cat_82
• June 29, 2013

"I have been on Lo Loestrin for about 2 years. When I first started, I had pregnancy symptoms for about the first week: sore breasts, nausea, etc. - however that subsided. I no longer have my period which my gynecologist informed me is very common. Every now and then I'll have a month where I get cramps during the "reminder pill" portion of the pack but it's not common. I take my pill every day at the same time (before bed - set an alarm!) and always keep an extra pack in my purse in case. No weight gain, no acne. I'm very happy."

• Shleish
• July 3, 2013

"I started this pill 8 months ago. I got my period horribly the first month, maybe even the worst I've ever had it. It was heavy, painful, and I gained 6 pounds in water weight. Since then I have not gotten my period once. I will get some period symptoms around the time I would get my period and some discharge but no period, which is great for me. I have been on probably more than 5 birth control pills before this and this by far is the best. I've lost 10 pounds, no acne, and no depression which is the main reason I switched. The only negative about this pill is the crazy high price. Great pill!"

• Jasmin
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 15, 2019

"I was on Trinessa Lo for a year which was not the worst until it was discontinued and I was switched to Tri Lo Sprintec. The two should not even be compared. Tri Lo Sprintec turned me into a monster. I was on it for about 6 months before my boyfriend realized something changed about me. It made me so angry and destroyed my libido completely. It also made me constantly hungry and I gained around 15 pounds on it. My doctor suggested I try Lo Loestrin Fe. I have taken it for about 4 days and feel like a changed person. I finally feel like myself again. My libido feels like it’s coming back and I am no longer over eating or moody. The first day I had some stomach pain but after that it has been pretty smooth. The negative reviews freaked me out. I would give it a try if I were you. Everybody’s body reacts differently."

• Nikkip
• March 4, 2015

"Best birth control I've ever taken. No weight gain, no periods (due to low hormone, Doc said that was normal) However, why am I paying nearly $100 for this pill! I have insurance too! I want to continue using this pill because my body is taking it really well but I'm going broke!"

• Kenzie
• May 9, 2014

"I have currently been on the pill for over a year. After my daughter I tried the Depo shot it made my periods stop, and worked for a few months. But I became emotional and gained weight. For the last year or more I have been using the Lo LoEstrin Pill which is amazing. The positive thing about the pill is I have lost weight, my face has barely any to no breakouts, and best of all NO period. The negative thing about the pill is I do feel more tired then usual (I am also going to school for nursing, work 36 hours, take care of the lawn/house, and have a 2 year old) it could be my activity. Only $10 is covered by my insurance, which leaves me paying $82. My sex drive is balanced, I have not seen much change. Highly recommend this birth control."

• Aniqu...
• May 25, 2014

"Honestly I LOVE this birth control! I am very sensitive to birth control and this is the first one that has helped me. First off for anyone who doesn't have insurance GO TO THE WEBSITE! There is a discount card there that you can sign up for that works for 12 scripts. My monthly script is $30 now. First off my periods were AWFUL. I had cramps so bad. This has increased my breast size by a cup, cleared up my acne, haven't gained any weight (I am a very healthy eater although) my periods are light maybe lasting 3 days my cramps are very mild if any (Aleve liquid gels are the best). Be sure you take this at the SAME TIME everyday! Stay safe and healthy!"

• Anonymous
• June 19, 2011

"I've been on Lo Loestrin for 4 months. This pill is one of the best I've taken so far. No periods or crazy mood swings. Sex drive is normal. Only downside is that I have gained some weight and it's been hard to lose it while being on this pill. Second downside it's expensive, and my insurance doesn't cover it so its cost me 75$ per month. Overall, good experience on this pill."

• Ang
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 28, 2024

"This birth control is so good! 10/10 recommend, me and my boyfriend have unprotected sex all the time with no condom, and he finishes inside me every time. This pill has protected me so much and never had a scare, always get my period every month. My emotions are still the same, hormones are good as well, no side effects at all, my boobs got bigger; and no weight gain on stomach area, also my sex drive is still high and is the same. This pill is really good, of course some people react differently to it, but I have to say if you choose a pill it has to be Lo Loestrin Fe if it works for you!! Don’t let the negative comments scare you; if it doesn't work for you just don’t take it; and try something new :) Anyways so far an amazing experience."