Loestrin 21 1/20 User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Gho...
• August 3, 2017

For Birth Control "Been on this birth control for about 6 months now. I had tried so many other pills, and everything gave me side effects like extreme anxiety, weight gain, high blood pressure, and breakthrough bleeding. When I switched to this one, the only side effect I had was weight gain, but now on my sixth pack, I'm starting to get really bad acne around my chin and forehead, and my horrible menstrual cramps are back. Thinking about switching again. My poor skin has scars now :( It does, however, work to prevent pregnancy, though."

• Daw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

For Birth Control "I was prescribed this pill and was happy to try it as it's a 'lower dose' pill. Well, after the second week of taking this, it triggered my migraine-associated vertigo, which resulted in me being dizzy for 4 days straight and being sick, so I came off it straight away. I'm not really sure why this was prescribed to me in the first place if one of the side effects is dizziness! Also, after a few days, I had breakthrough bleeding, which I've never had before on any pill. I wouldn't recommend!"

• Mam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2024

"I don’t know why I’m writing this really. I’ve never given a review on birth control (or any medication, really). It took me like 17 years to find the brand name of my med and then find reviews on it, but here I am. I’m done having kids and I’m primarily taking this to not have a period as mine is heavy and very painful. However, because I’ve only taken 3 packs of it and not faithfully, I’ve had some breakthrough bleeding, but it’s probably the most light period one could ever have, lasting for about a day to two days. I have not gained weight on this pill. My acne is the same / better. My hair is actually growing more? I feel like I have more of an appetite on it, which is good for me, and it’s caused me to eat more protein, so stronger nails as well. I have PMDD, and this has been a godsend. I do notice I still have some slight PMS symptoms as how I would have before a period would start, but I feel more rational and more clear in my head."

• Den...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 2, 2019

For Birth Control "I switched off the patch to this pill because I was spotting frequently throughout my cycle. Within the first month, I noticed some mild mood swings, second month, I couldn’t believe I was battling with extremely dark thoughts. The third month, my mood swings increased. I couldn’t recognize myself anymore. I can only attribute this to this pill. I’ve discontinued it."

• Chl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 28, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been on this pill for a week, and I've had to stop taking it. I had to swap from Noriday to this as I was having irregular bleeding and very bad cramps. First day, no side effects as expected. But from the second day onwards, my period disappeared, I started to experience horrendous dizziness to the point I would class it as vertigo, and at one point, I was sure I was having a heart attack because I had a very dull ache in my chest and my blood pressure was 172/151! Not to mention my moods are all over the place!"

• Abc...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 14, 2019

For Birth Control "I've been on this pill for 5 years. I went on it for birth control. It's great for preventing pregnancy and for setting your periods in a routine - you know when you're due to come on and can plan holidays, etc. around it... But for the past year or so, I've been experiencing really bad mood swings, dark thoughts, and it's causing relationship problems. I'm constantly up and down, I don't know when my mood will change... I've decided to stop taking the pill now and will consult my doctor. My periods are also a lot more painful now, even though the pill is supposed to prevent discomfort and pain during periods (that's how it was sold to me anyway). Overall, for the first few years, this pill was perfect, but since I hit the 3-4 year mark... it has caused me nothing but problems. As I'm in the UK, this is prescribed for free on the NHS as it's for birth control."

• Lad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2023

For Birth Control "I am 38 years old and decided to get back on birth control. The doctor prescribed Loestrin as I wanted to try something new. In the past, I had taken Ortho Tri-Cyclen for a short period. Anyhow, I started this new BC and had an unpleasant experience immediately. On the second day, I had cramps and dizziness. On the third day, I got a light headache which I figured would go away, and also felt dizzy and tired. On the fourth day, I still had a minor headache lingering and dizziness, and after I ate lunch, I felt sick. On the fifth day, I took the pill again and my headache became a migraine later in the evening. I took some Tylenol and felt my heart race a little and took a warm shower to ease the migraine. I went to bed and woke up at 4 a.m. with a migraine and had to shower again to ease it off. The next day, I decided to stop taking this birth control as I don’t feel I should have that many side effects with birth control. The only pros were that I felt my mood was better but not worth the side effects."

• sue...
• September 24, 2009

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Helps cut down on mood swings and hot flashes. Higher dose pills may make symptoms worse."

• Anonymous
• May 9, 2009

For Birth Control "This is my first time on any birth control, it was wonderful. Too bad it's so expensive, even with insurance - that would be the one downside."

• eva...
• March 6, 2008

For Endometriosis "I've gotten sudden outbreaks of acne with this medication, making it almost impossible to schedule activities without having shame!"

• kek...
• March 5, 2013

For Birth Control "My cramps got worse, my period got heavier and lasted longer."

• Anonymous
• November 1, 2010

For Birth Control "On for one month, my typically high-patience and calm mood changed to constant irrational mood swings, irritability, and mild depression."

• Anonymous
• June 29, 2019

For Birth Control "I took one month of this pill and immediately broke out with acne worse than I’ve had in years. I also had an early breakthrough period for days. Going back to my other brand."