Pirmella 1/35 and Weight Gain: What Users Say

• Nur...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 29, 2019

For Birth Control "I’m a new nurse and have been taking this medication for 5 months. It started out with some little heart palpitations and full-blown anxiety. To the point where it affects my life negatively. Along with awful weight gain and acne. Would never recommend."

• Lex...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 22, 2020

For Birth Control "I have been on Pirmella for about 4 months now. My periods are significantly lighter and then have stopped altogether now. I’ve been taking them every day on time. Pros: My skin is flawless, short/no periods. Cons: My moods have been up and down, I’ve gained weight. Overall, it’s a pretty good birth control to be on. Please remember that everyone is different, and everyone’s bodies respond differently to birth control. I give this a 9/10 so far."

• Mam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2019

For Birth Control "I started this pill because of heavy and out-of-whack periods. I'm all for something that's going to make my periods lighter and more bearable. I started this pill on the 8th of this month, it's now the 24th with no sign of my period stopping. I've gained 15 pounds, I can't sleep, and I've been on a full-fledged period since I started taking this pill. My acne has gotten worse. I've been having nausea and cramps like you wouldn't believe. I would not recommend this for anyone. I am beside myself and very disappointed with this current situation."

• Jam...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 19, 2021

For Birth Control "Have been taking Pirmella 1/35 for at least six months. Keep in mind I've tried Cyclafem 1/35 for an entire year, gained 25-30 lbs and stopped after 3 months because of weight gain, and switched because 1 year later, both hormones interacted and I bled heavily for 3 weeks. I've also tried Alyacen and my body didn't like it. Hormones affected my moods terribly, pharmacy switched it without telling me. These are the same generics of each other if this extra information helps. Pirmella did well for me. Because I've already had Cyclafem, it was good. No weight gain, nothing. But I'd get depressive and insecure before and during every period. I was breakthrough bleeding or having mid-light periods every 1-2 weeks while trying to skip pills for my Pelvic Congestion Syndrome. So now I'm heading towards Nortrel. Hope it works similar or better. Scared of the weight gain."

• ab6...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2019

For Birth Control "I have never struggled with acne... until now. Ever since starting this BC Pirmella 1/35, I have horrible cystic acne around my mouth, chin, and jawline. I have also gained weight - despite my normal workout routine. I would not recommend."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 10, 2020

For Birth Control "Would not recommend this birth control if you are looking for something to clear your acne. I was on Zarah for about 2 years with no issues and clear skin until I read there were some health concerns about it (and Yaz, Yasmin, etc.). It was a big mistake to switch from Zarah. I would say I've put on a little weight, but really nothing noticeable to anyone but myself (probably no more like 4-5 lbs), and I do a vigorous HIIT workout 4x a week, so there is really no other reason I should have been gaining weight. I am switching to Beyaz next week after my inactive week. I am getting married in 6 months, so clear skin is a must. That being said, everyone's experience with birth control is different! I cannot stress that enough! I have tried 10 different brands of BC (a lot on the recommendation of other women) that did not work for me but others raved about. You just have to try out one until you finally find one you like. Praying Beyaz is that one for me!"

• pea...
• April 11, 2019

For Birth Control "I have been using this birth control for over 2 years, and at this point, I feel like I have seen no new side effects. I like that it has made my period very light and lasting only about 4 days, and that it has cleared my skin. I came to realize recently, though, that my 30+ pounds of weight gain has been due to the birth control— I never had that big of an appetite before taking this and now it is never satisfied. It also has not helped my terrible migraines that I get while PMSing. On my period, I tend to be depressive and get into a really dark place. I know that medications affect people differently, but if you’re prone to those kinds of thoughts, I would definitely avoid this medication."

• Kel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2019

For Birth Control "Have gained 12 lbs the past four months on this! Pharmacy switched it on me. Finally had enough! Going back to Necon 777 or whatever I can get closer to ASAP!"