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Mononessa User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

Mononessa has an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from a total of 245 reviews on Drugs.com. 45% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 27% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Mononessa

  • Karen...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 24, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been taking these pills for abnormal cycles. I've had an ultrasound and a biopsy and doctors couldn't find anything. Have to take 3 pills a day just to slow up bleeding. Has anyone else had this problem if so did they finally get some relief."

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  • Serraya
  • Taken for 5 to 10 years
  • April 6, 2017

For Birth Control "I have been on this medication for 9 years straight. I was prescribed it when I was 18 and had been having awful cramps and nausea during my period, as well as it being irregular. Since I started this birth control I have only had minimal cramping and have never been sick from my period again. I did not feel any different when I started it and I have never experienced a negative side effect. I have nothing bad to say about this medication; all I have gotten from it is regulated, shorter and lighter periods, pregnancy prevention and bigger boobs. All great things in my opinion"

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  • Aleenuh
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 30, 2017

For Birth Control "I hate it so far. I'm not one to breakout and suddenly I have acne. These random pimples are on my back too! So depressing. My anxiety spiked, dizziness, and I feel at times I'm going to faint. Seeking new birth control asap."

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  • Ivyie
  • April 7, 2017

For Birth Control "I have started this about a week ago, and so far its not been too bad! I did experience nausea if taken on an empty stomach. At the same time I would experience headaches and dizziness. I have not noticed wanting to eat more than usual, I have noticed not having much of an appetite anymore. Which is a bit odd because Im always down for food. I would DEFINITELY recommend to make your daily time to take the pill at night around dinner time. Its a little more convenient so you're not going to work or school having to deal with any side effects."

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  • Girl...
  • April 23, 2017

For Birth Control "I started to take Mononessa on the first day of my period and I bleed for 3 weeks, got really nauseous for a week and gained 3 pounds in 3 weeks. I had cramps during it all and my doc told me to the 800mg of ibuprofen 3x a day to stop the bleeding. It didn't work. I stopped the pill after the second week because on top of all sides affect, it made me feel apathetic. Now on the end of week 3 my bleeding has subsided and I feel back to normal again."

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  • Cantt...
  • September 13, 2015

For Birth Control "The very first 3 days of taking Mononessa I always feel very nauseated. Mood swings aren't that bad. I crave a lot, breasts are always sore. Period's are pretty normal, cramps are kept to a minimum. I am sexually active and so far no pregnancy. I've noticed there's more vaginal discharge but my sex drive is pretty low. I told have as much acne. So far this pill has been going great for me. Side effects depend on the person."

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  • Cindy...
  • February 13, 2017

For Birth Control "Been on mononessa for 3 months now. Starting on the first month, on day 3 of taking the pill I started having INTENSE migraines & also vomiting a lot every single day for about 2 weeks. I had another gf on this pill for 6 years & she told me after awhile you get used to it so I figured I'd give it a try. Month 2 of the pack came & again from day 3 for about 2 weeks I was so weak I couldn't leave my bed, my migraines got worse making my vision blurry and intense vomiting. Started month 3 yesterday & already throwing up so I'm stopping them now. Only positive I can say is that I had no spotting in between periods, my periods were the exact same light and fast, no weight gain. Girls be careful trying this one out."

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  • LilyK
  • March 22, 2015

For Birth Control "I've been on this birth control for 6 years now (I am 19). It has definitely decreased my cramps and pain as that was the original reason I was put on birth control. I work out often so I don't have to stop running anymore from pain. Now that I've become sexually active, my periods are always on time so I never worry. My mood is crazy but at the same time i have anxiety problems which I take a low dose of medication for and I went through middle school-currently college on this stuff so I think overall it's not the medication, it's me haha. I have always been very slender. I notice I always bloat and have a little belly that never seems to go away but it's not a big deal. IT CAN make you nauseous...but the trick is to eat a lot with it."

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  • Mmaya
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 25, 2015

For Birth Control "I started this birth control about two months ago. My periods are light and quick. I also haven't gained any weight. I don't experience any side effects other than vaginal dryness and uncomfortable sex. I am married and sex is kind of important so I am thinking about switching."

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  • Dhayw
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 16, 2015

For Birth Control "From the reviews, I think this pill gave me a more rough experience than others. The day after I switched pills I had a dull headache and slight nausea. It faded after a few hours and I didn't think about it again. Later that night, I experienced the nausea again and it quickly progressed to violent vomiting. Every time I took the pill, regardless of the fact that I'd taken it on a full stomach, I would get a debilitating headache and nausea. It felt like I had the flu. Today was the first day I haven't taken it (4 days in) and I feel great and was able to carry on my day as usual. I changed to this BC because my insurance covered it, but I'd rather pay for my old stuff that doesn't make me sick."

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  • Kcran...
  • May 22, 2015

For Birth Control "So I have been taking it for almost a year now, I am thinking on switching. I have gained 20 pounds over the time I have taken it. Can't lose the weight either! My cravings are really bad, which also does not help the weight loss. I get super moody at times and I'm always tired. The first few months taking it, my sex drive plummeted. I didn't want my man to touch me, look at me, I was so moody. My acne before and after my period is horrendous. The only good thing about this medication is my period is lighter. I received this medication from a Planned Parenthood clinic, I will definitely be going to a GYN next month to change this."

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  • AbadP...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • August 9, 2018

For Birth Control "I absolutely would NOT recommend this unless it's a last resort thing. My first month I had to quit all of my new medications (I take Mirtazapine for anxiety and depression, Pantoprazole for recurring anxiety-induced gastritis, and my doctor and I have been testing new medications to possibly replace klonopin). I was SO sick I went to three different doctors over a course of two weeks who could find no other reason for my phantom illness, and I ended up hospitalized anyway after the constant vomiting caused a severe gastritis attack. I'm now on month two after taking a month to recover from being sick, only to find that I'm now experiencing the same symptoms. Extreme morning sickness lasting all day, no relief even with Zofran, very severe diarrhea, dehydration as a result, and more frequent gastritis attacks due to the rise in stomach acid. I will never take this poison again, you couldn't pay me to."

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  • Yasss
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • August 22, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I'm 19 and I've been on mononessa for about two years now. I originally started it to help with extremely heavy periods, but it has helped with so much more. I don't get ANY acne anymore, periods are so much lighter, cramps are almost completely gone, and cravings and mood swings are not near as bad. I highly recommend!"

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  • GradT...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 14, 2016

For Birth Control "I am 26 and have been on this birth control for 4 months. One of the main reasons I am on birth control is for acne this pill has cleared up my face. My periods are lighter and over all my mood is stable, a little more needy and cry a little more (con). And I have noticed I am darker skin tone since I've been on this pill (tan with out tanning, this is a plus and this is a listed side effect) no weight gain. The Cons- my hair on my head has thinned out alot and I have noticed more facial hair(some neck hairs and a noticeable mustache that weren't there b4 this pill), I even bought nioxin for my hair. My sex drive isn't horrible but it has decreased for sure. Switching pills."

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  • S046
  • July 3, 2016

For Birth Control "I went on this bc my period was so irregular and it was getting out of control. When I first went on this bc I threw up for the first 3 days and then after that I was fine. 2 weeks after I began my mood swings increased a lot, it was really unpredictable what my mood will be like. I've also been throwing up ever since I went on this bc. My appetite has decreased, I've gained weight, I always feel bloated, my mood is terrible and everything makes my stomach feel sick. I hate throwing up so this pill has been the worse to me. Definitely a waste of my time."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 17, 2016

For Birth Control "This birth control seemed fine at first, but 10 days into it I started feeling not like myself--bad mood swings, feeling breathless or winded even when sitting, my blood pressure would spike for no reason, and I felt extremely sluggish. One day I even had mild heart attack symptoms. My body definitely did not react well to this medication."

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  • Cassa...
  • August 16, 2016

For Birth Control "I was prescribed Mononessa to attempt to get my hormones back in check. As if I wasn't already feeling bad before...boy did this birth control make me feel even worse! Constant nausea, stomach pains, hot flashes, headaches, insomnia, weight gain, bloated, the only positive it gave me was a lighter period but it wasn't worth it with all the side affects. Stopped it today, and I can't wait to start feeling better again."

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  • Beast...
  • January 31, 2016

For Birth Control "I've been on this BC for 3 months now and so far it's not horrible- only a few bad things are.. I am extremely tired and not in the mood for sex! I have 2 young kids so being tired/lazy is not really an option. I was never like this and I was never not in the mood for sex. I also get a little dryness. On a good note, I do have short periods. The first month it was really light the second month was kind of heavy but short so I'm waiting to see how this third month goes. If nothing changes far as tiredness and not wanting sex, I'll switch. I currently do not pay for this BC because my insurance covers it 100% but I rather pay $5-$10 so I'm not always tired and wanting to have sex with my husband more."

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  • UTica
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • August 10, 2015

For Ovarian Cysts "This medicine has made my periods a lot better. They are no longer irregular so I can definitely time them accurately and I am never surprised. However, I do get really bad mood swings, I am very irritable at times. I have definitely gained a lot of weight since I started. My breasts size fluctuate and my nipples are tender majority of the time. Besides those things, I am very satisfied with this medication."

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  • Jayjay
  • January 8, 2016

For Endometriosis "Took this pill for one week. I was so nauseated, dizzy, and had a headache I couldn't get out of the house or even look at food. I have been on several other pills before and none have affected me this badly"

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  • lexirod
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 22, 2015

For Birth Control "hey guys took this pill as a birth control option and I could not even last three days. Honestly I know I should have given it more time, but I know my body and the way I have felt has been extremely miserable. Nausea, headaches, aches, and depression. The site or smell of food made me so sick. I am not in a relationship, but was seeing this guy for 3 months and was having sex, but not on a frequent basis (we used condoms), so I feel this may best for girls who are really active. Our bodies are all different, but I have high stress levels as it is being a full time college student with work. Like I said we all are different, but I just could not handle the side effects. Hope it works for other girls, but as for me I am staying away for now!"

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  • Baseb...
  • Taken for 5 to 10 years
  • August 30, 2017

For Birth Control "I've been on Mononessa about 7 years now I believe and absolutely love it. I first went on it because of heavy periods. My periods are now very light and last about 4 days. I don't remember any crazy side effects when I first started taking it."

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  • Liv
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 16, 2018

For Birth Control "I have been using this for a month now and do not recommend to those with body issues. (Little background.... I workout everyday (hard) and still have low self esteem. Despite low self esteem I am a very outgoing and calm person). For my 18th birthday I asked my mom if I could go on birth control before going to college next year. My weight before beginning was 114.4 pounds. Now, a month later, my weight is 124 and I practically cry myself to sleep every night because of it. I hate my body and I am so moody all the time and it’s because of THIS pill."

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  • kay
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 19, 2015

For Birth Control "The pro of this pill is it did regulate my period, but that's the only pro. I was on it for 6 months and stopped. It made me sick all the time I gained 15lbs if not more and stay bloated. My mood swings were out of control and I'm a pretty chill person. It may worked great for some but just not for me."

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  • Blanca...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • October 24, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Im only 15 and the doctor prescribed me this to regulate my period bc i would only get it once every 6 months and it was making me gain a lot of weight. I gained 20 pounds in less than a year. The pills have worked on getting my period monthly and at a decent flow. The only thing is im worried this is causing me to be depressed. I'm normally really happy and fun to be around but for about 2 months now my mood changes from mad to sad. Its rare when im happy. I dont know if it's just bc im still young and im having the typical teenage mood swings or if im actually getting depressed and it can be a serious problem. Im very concerned about that."

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