Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate for Acne User Reviews (Page 5)

• Lex
• April 25, 2015

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I started back in October after suffering about 6months with acne that just kept on getting worse.I had pus filled pimples and small cysts. I didn't see major results until about 2 months in and even then I was still getting one or two cysts. On my third month I wasn't getting cysts and would only get small pimples. I suggest if you start the pill and don't see results immediately to just stick with it for at least 3 months. After my pimples went away I got red hyperpigmentation (which alot of people have been blaming on the pill; its not its from the old pimples) so now I put a little bit of lemon on those parts to lighten them & its been working. As for my period it last for 4 days now instead of 7 but I still bleed alot."

• macy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2015

TriNessa (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I have had acne since I was about 12 and now I am 22. I have tried everything under the sun to try and stop the horrid look. When my white heads turned into cyst like pimples I knew I had to completely do something else. I never took birth control before, but my dermatologist prescribed me TriNessa and I bless her heart everyday!!!! I love that I can be 100% honest and say this birth control changed my life. I started it in the beginning of December 2014 and it is now February of 2015 and my cysts are completely gone! It obviously is not going to happen over night, so take the time and try it! I also didn't gain weight from it, that's always a plus. So, drink water, workout, and take TriNessa and you will be a happy, happy girl!!!!!!!!"

• ginnyoh
• November 28, 2015

TriNessa (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "Went on this to try and get my hormonal acne under control, and while it took about six months to get rid of my acne, I couldn't be happier with it now. (I've been on it for about eight months, and now I don't have any cysts or whiteheads. It feels like a miracle!)"

• Mez
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 21, 2018

Tri-Lo-Marzia (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "After my pharmacy switched me to this pill (insurance drama) after having my cystic acne totally under control on OrthoTricyclen Lo, I’m now a pimpled mess. I thought I had a food allergy or was stressed from switching jobs and then it hit me. I’ve been using the Tri-Lo-Marzia for two months now as I wake up EVERY day with a new cyst on my chin. They’re going in the garbage"

• DISCO...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2019

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) " I cannot leave the house without wearing makeup because my face is so scarred from the rapid outbreaks of taking Tri Sprintec for 3 months. I stopped mid pack because it became unbearable. It is heartbreaking to see so many other women being put through the same thing."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 28, 2017

TriNessa (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "Just finished my 3rd month, and I have not experienced any side effects besides a tiny bit of weight gain. It cleared up most of my moderate acne. Do not be discouraged by the dozens of terrible reviews, I felt the same way before trying it."

• hormo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2020

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I've been on tri-sprintec for 3 months. I used to have relatively severe hormonal, mostly cystic, acne. While I do still get some breakouts, I have definitely seen a significant reduction in the amount of new cystic acne that I get. So far it has worked well for me, but it might not be enough if I want to have completely clear skin."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2015

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I went on my first pack this month and am taking my third week right now and just experienced some major break through bleeding ( which I guess is normal so well see how it keeps going) but as far as my acne I used to have insane cysts on my cheeks and chin. Within one week, I had no cysts but just minor small pimples which I'm totally fine with. So I'm on my third week and I don't get the painful cysts anymore. I just had one or two small ones on my chin but that's it! would recommend for acne but the break through bleeding scared me."

• Juli
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 25, 2020

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "So I started Tri-Sprintec in August 2019 I started experiencing acne in September bad cystic acne. I never once had acne before so I figured it was the pill stopped it mid pack and went on nothing. Years prior I was on Tri-Sprintec and my skin was fine then but this time my skin was disgusting. Self esteem level went down I literally would cry at night because it would hurt to lay on the side of my face. I tried every medication and remedy for my skin. I went to the gynecologist and the dermatologist in the same day and they both did not agree with the reason with me having the acne was caused from Tri-Sprintec and both agreed I should be on it again. That it will help my acne now I haven’t used the pills I did pick it up from the pharmacy however but haven’t used them yet because I am waiting until after my period. But now I don’t even know what to do. I’m almost 30 and the first thing anyone notices on me is my acne."

• maria...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 15, 2018

Tri-Linyah (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I started Tri-linyah 3 months ago for hormonal cystic acne that was spreading and getting worse by the day. After 2 months noticed a difference and now after 3 months I am almost 98% clear. I think by month 4 I will be 100%. I only have some scars right now but very little texture. I also have not gotten pregnant. I have had NO negative side effects whatsoever in fact I was extremely depressed even suicidal before taking Tri Linyah and now I hardly feel sad or emotional unless there is a good reason. Overall very pleased!!"

• Shelb...
• January 18, 2016

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I started taking this birth control in September when my acne started to become uncontrollable. It has helped immensely with my hormonal skin issues. However, I started breaking out along my cheeks where I had never previously broken out before. I realized this area was related to stomach issues and read that birth control can kill the good bacteria in the stomach lining. If you're experiencing break outs along your cheeks I highly recommend taking a probiotic daily in conjunction with your birth control! It has helped immensely!! My skin is looking so much better! However, each month I seem to get really depressed right before the week of the placebo pills and am hoping this side effect subsides!! Just be very wary of this!!"

• lanah
• March 26, 2017

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I've had terrible acne for as long as I can remember, always around my chin and cheek area. I felt so horrible about myself and finally went to the doctor and was put on Ortho Tri-Cyclen. It definitely did not work right away, but I did enjoy the light periods. I'd say after three of four months my acne started clearing beautifully, and I've been on the pill ever since. No weight gain, or mood swings. I felt like my normal self. Although, Maybe two months ago I forgot to get a refill and it took a while to get it so I obviously wasn't taking it for a week or two and my acne went crazy again! I also started to experience mood swings and was very tired. (for anybody thinking about stopping)"

• Milit...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 21, 2013

TriNessa (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I've never had acne until I was 27, I thought it was from giving birth but even 6 months later I was still breaking out. I started Trinessa and took it for 4 years and never had a pimple unless I stopped taking it. I'm now on a birth control implant and was taking Trinessa at the same because I was breaking out again. However I had to stop taking the Trinessa due to mood swings on two birth controls. I am going to have to take out my implant and get back on Trinessa, I get deep painful pimples that last weeks."

• Anonymous
• December 9, 2019

Tri-Lo-Marzia (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I originally started taking this brith control pill to help with my hormonal acne. Three weeks in and I feel insane. I am incredibly depressed, having feeling of worthlessness and in such a dark place in my mind. I feel like I don’t know who I am and I can’t control my thoughts. I cannot go a day without crying. I feel insane. Please if you are feeling this way, know that you are not alone. I have stopped taking it and I am hoping to get it out of my system soon. Can't the pharmaceutical industry make a pill that doesn't make so many women feel like rubbish and make them feel so depressed and anxious."

• Vane
• December 29, 2019

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I was starting to have small breakouts so I went to the gyno and asked for the best acne birth control. I’ve been on it for two months now and never had such bad cystic and painful acne... all over my jaw and cheeks. I also cry for no reason. Went to my dermatologist and DO NOT try spirolactone if you have acne - it will be the worst mistake. Trying a natural method now and quitting these pills"

• Kelbell
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 8, 2016

Tri-Previfem (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I was told that birth control can take up to 3 full months to start working for acne & 4-6 months to see full results. I started to notice my skin clearing around 2.5 months. It's been almost 3.5 months now and my skin is 99% clear of active breakouts. This is the first birth control I have ever used and I have not had any negative side effects from this at all. The only reason I am not giving it a 10 is because it has not helped regulate the oil production on my face at all, but you can't win them all. Overall I am very happy with this pill and can't wait to see how my skin continues to improve."

• Anonymous
• October 18, 2016

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "This cleared up my acne entirely! It took about 5 to 6 months before seeing results, definitely worth the wait. Its been 10 months and my face is CLEAR. I get a few pimples here and there but other than that no complaints."

• ches
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 22, 2020

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I was prescribed this Tri-Sprintec brand of birth control to control my acne about 18 months ago but I also use it for pregnancy prevention. I can honestly say that my acne has improved and I only experience minor breakouts during my menstrual cycle. However, in the last 2 months I have been experiencing extreme nausea and have been throwing up at night or in the morning for no apparent reason. I discussed this with my doctor and they seemed to believe it was unrelated to the birth control but on the the pill free week I did not have these symptoms so I am suspicious but can’t confirm. These symptoms did not occur until about a year after taking this pill which is why my doctor doubted the sudden new symptoms being related. Up until this point I have been very pleased with this medication and it has made my periods short and mild which has been really nice and I didn’t notice any weight gain or mood swings like I have when taking other medications."

• Alexnae
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2018

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "Well my experience for tri-sprintec I’ve been on it for 3 weeks now almost on my second pack I switched from tri-prevem to this ,this bc gives me horrible side effects the first two weeks I was nauseous all the time and having headaches all the time and this bc is stronger because I am now growing a Linea Nigra believe that’s the name but on the good side my period is not heavy I’ve been having unprotected sex and so far so good I other then the side affects it’s good this but I’m on bc for my skin"

• Kayle...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 27, 2020

Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I switched to this Tri-Sprintec birth control from Mylan from a doctor recommendation. After taking it for 7 months, my skin has gotten much worst before my period, where I get painful cysts all over my chin and T-Zone(something that hasn’t happened since my teen years!). I was hoping it would clear up the few whiteheads I get before my period, but it only made it worse :( But other than that, it kept me pregnant-free and I had no other side effects."

• tttty...
• March 9, 2016

Tri-Previfem (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "Absolutely do NOT take this. I have never had acne and the second I started taking it my chin exploded into pimples everywhere!! Not to mention how depressed I was and the anxiety it gave me. I also had no libido whatsoever!! Definitely do NOT recommend this is horrible!!"

• elly
• March 21, 2016

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I never had acne problems just a few hormonal breakouts once a montb. I had taken another type of pill for 6 years before switching to tri cyclen at the suggestion of my dr. This has given me terrible TERRIBLE acne. There has not been one other change in my life with the exception of switching birth control. I'm in my late twenties and I am now suffering with terrible acne. I see that most people have positive results but if you are like me I want you to know you aren't alone and some of us just got a crappy deal here. I have decided to stop taking the pill and see what happens to my skin. I will consider another option going forward."

• Ngocc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 26, 2019

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I started Ortho Tri Cyclen 2 months ago and my heavy acne goes away quickly. I tried mostly all acne medication: doxycycline, tetracycline, isotretinoin,... but these antibiotics are more harmful. I decided to use Ortho Tri Cyclen after having a miscarriage, to prevent pregnancy and to clear up my acne. And it works ! Recommend. Bought it for CAD$10.50 at Planned Parenthood."

• Anonymous
• October 9, 2015

Tri-Previfem (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "I've only been on this for two weeks and my acne is a million times worse. I'm so embarrassed to go in public because it's never been this bad before. Is it normal for it to make it worse before better?? I also have not stopped bleeding since I had my period what is going on??"

• kay
• January 5, 2017

Ortho Tri-Cyclen (ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate) "This is my very first time taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen, and I love it! I asked my doctor for a good birth control pill that worked with acne, cramps, and periods so she suggested this! At first I thought about switching because my acne got terrible, (worse than ever) and I didn't have a period for 2 months. I gave my body sometime on it and turns out this pill is amazing! I no longer deal with bad acne or acne at all! During my time of month I will get a couple pimples but nothing to dramatic! I'm also using Clinique acne solutions face wash, toner, mosturizer and mask. IF YOU ARE WANTING TO SWITCH PLEASE DON'T. Let your body get used to the pill before you act on it. I am on month 2 and periods last 2-3 days, and I hardly ever get acne!"