ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN Reviews (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE)

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ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN  (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE):  This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: a progestin and an estrogen. It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. If a fertilized egg does not attach to the uterus, it passes out of the body. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills may make your periods more regular, decrease blood loss and painful periods, decrease your risk of ovarian cysts, and also treat acne. Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia).   FDA Approval Date: 1992-07-03 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 5  To help regulate my periods I absolutely loved Ortho Tri-Cyclen when I was on it before. I took it for eight months before I finally decided to come off of it. The only problem I had was occasional headaches and nausea (nausea was within the first few months) but everyone's body reacts differently to different hormone levels and treatments. I took it to help regulate my periods and I had 29 day cycles on point and I could always predict when I would get my next period. I just got off of it because I wanted to see if hopefully my periods would remain regular while off the pill. F 21 8 months
15 MG
11/16/2016
 5  Birth Control Some weight gain Slightly worsened acne 2-3 days each cycle of depression Overall introverted feelings Lowered sex drive The pill obviously worked as intended, because after 1.5 years of taking it every night, I'm not pregnant. The side effects took about 3 months to calm down and become predictable (I knew when my bad days would be as far as minor depression or mild cramps just before period). I'm a naturally introverted person, but I think this pill made it even more pronounced. I didn't mind being on it, and I'm only changing pills because of insurance purposes. Everyone's body chemistry is different, so I can only say this pill worked for me; I recommend giving it a couple months to adjust your body's cycle before dismissing it. F 25 1 years
10/15/2015
 5  Prevent pregnacy nauseous I have been on this pill for two years now. I am 19 years old it has worked great for me. When I first took it, I was nauseous for the first 3 months on and off. Other then that, no weight gain, mood swings, blood clots, nothing. My period went from 7 heavy days to 2 heavy days and 3 light days. It is easy to take and very affordable. I would recommend it to anyone. F 19 2 years
1X day
1/7/2015
 5  Cramps, acne, heavy flow NONE! I was on this pill for 15 YEARS (yes, years), had twins when I went off, and now I am back on (I am 37 years old and do not smoke). I was on the real-deal Ortho Tri-Cylen (not the generic version or the 'lo' version). This stuff is a Godsend! My periods were only 4 days long and not heavy. I also do not have cramps when my period comes. My face is clear as a bell. I did not gain any weight, and if there was water retension, it went away after a couple months after I adjusted to the pill. I did not lose sexual desire nor did I lose or gain my appetite. It all stayed normal. I also did not have mood swings or crazy thoughts. I love this pill! F 37 15 years
1X day
6/6/2013
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 5  Birth Control none Works well. Extremely light and short periods. F 43 10 years
1X day
5/9/2013
 5  Birth control, acne, hair growth. Weight gain (5-10lbs) F 19 9 months
30
2/13/2013
 5  prevent pregnancy, clear acne I had terrible acne and out of wack periods and cramps before i started taking the pill six years ago. Since then my acne has cleared periods r normal and only four days ( heck yes!) And minimal cramping. However i just realized today i started my period 11 days early! When i started this month i was hunched over n pain from the cramps and period has lasted 4 days and still counting :( im def. Worried but not sure why or how after six years this happened? Any ideas F 22 6 years
12/20/2012
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 5  endometriosis No side effects at all. I would marry this pill if it were legal. F 26 9 years
10/3/2012
 5  Regulate Periods, help with acne When I first started taking it a couple of years ago, I had some nausea, but other than that, I don't think I can link any side effects to the birth control. This birth control has worked well for me. My face is clear 90 percent of the time and my periods only last for about three days, light flow. My GYN wanted to switch me to Tri Sprintec, but I've read many bad reviews for people that have switched from brand to generic, so I am uneasy about switching to generic and I would like to stay on what my body is accustomed to. For me, Ortho Tri Cyclen works very well and maybe it will for others. F 25 2 years
8/22/2012
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 5  Ovarian cyst, & Irregular periods. I got prescribed Ortho Tri-Cyclen, & I've never been happier. My acne went away, I see a little increase in my boobs, I still have cramps w/ my period but now there regular. But, I have a lot of cravings but, haven't gained weight. Oh, & at time's I can be emotional, beside's those small negative's I highly recommend Ortho Tri-Cyclen. 16 2 months
35 MG
8/13/2012
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 5  Birth control Increased sex drive and extreme wetness F 16 4 weeks
1 pill/day
8/11/2012
 5  Pregnancy Prevention/Lighter Period In the beginning my period was a bit scattered for about 2-3 months, however nothing really. I still have horrible back pains, however I adore the pill! My period is always right on the dot on time, & it's always 3 days long. Better than 9-10 ( what I used to experience) love this pill! F 19 2 years
28 pack
8/4/2012
 5  Acne, Pregnancy prevention. Lowered sex drive This helped to clear up my moderate to severe acne. Besides a lowered sex drive, I have not noticed any negative side effects. I really like this pill. F 17 3 months
1X day
7/26/2012
 5  Birth control, reduce pms symptoms This was my first time ever using a birth control. I was always a bit apprehensive but i must say that this is a miracle drug for me! I did not have any noticeable side effects as others have noticed other than very slight nausea. I love this pill! I used to have such horrible cramps, mood swings, bloating, etc. This month, I got virtually none of those symptoms. I barely noticed I had a period because it was so light. I also did not go through depression or " crying spells" as I did before. I had very, very slight cramps( which is a welcome change). I would recommend this to anyone. F 27 1 months
1X day
7/18/2012
 5  Pregnancy prevention Breast tenderness and slight weight gain but overall I love it F 20 1 months
6/20/2012
 5  Birth control and regulate periods Regular Ortho made me nauseous each morning for about 10 minutes then it went away. Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo didn't bother me one bit. Tri-nessa made me wacky! I liked taking this form of the pill. However, when the pharmacy switched me to generic, that's when I started having wacky crazy issues. So I switched to Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo and I didn't have any problems or symptoms. My periods have been very light and they are on time each month unless I'm really stressed out. Otherwise than than, proper diet and exercise and eating healthy, you won't have many issues. I'm guessing some folks have BC Pill issues cause they have other issues like READING THESE POSTS!! Get off the NET and stop over reacting!!! F 35 28 days
1X day
3/11/2012
 5  Prevent Pregnancy When I first started taking the pill, I gained about 2 or 3 lbs. But since then, I've had absolutely NO issues with it! I finally have a regular period thanks to OTC!!! I switch to it from the Depo shot because the shot was making me super depressed and irritated all the time. OTC has been a God-send!! F 21 2 years
1X day
2/1/2012
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 5  fertility control None. This medication stopped my severe premenstrual cramps. My mild acne disappeared and I no longer have mood swings before my period. I did not gain any weight or have any other side effects. I highly recommend this oral contraceptive (especially in the affordable generic form), though as a medical professional I know that what works for me may not work for others. F 25 5 months
1X day
1/11/2012
 5  Birth Control Took it on/off for months at a time. Not only is it a good combination with condoms, but it also cleared up my acne. Only downsides are having to take it around the same time every day and a much lowered sex drive. F 21
1X day
10/5/2011
 5  Birth Control > NOT PREGNANT!! > regular, light period. > some cramping. > PMS similar to severity prior to taking the pill. breakouts are about the same as prior. So my doc prescribed me ortho tri-cyclen for bc purposes. Unfortunately, I am a full time college student and my budget was only big enough for the $9 WalMart generic (TriSprentic). My doc mentioned that it may help with acne, it would regulate my period, and help me with the excrutiating cramps that I suffered from. She also advised that I remain on the pill for at least 3 months to allow the hormones to regulate within my system. I am now on my 5th month, and I AM NOT PREGNANT!!! I'd really like to emphasize that point!! My acne didn't clear up, my period IS regular and not as heavy, and my cramps have improved substantially. As far as moodiness and depression, I experienced some serious lows around my 2nd month on the pill and I was also having really sharp, intense headaches between my 1st and 2nd months. But these subsided considerably after after 3 months. I'm still moody starting around the week prior to my period, but it's nothing I cannot handle or had never experienced. Also, my breasts have gotten about a cup size bigger and my sex drive has not changed at all (I asked my boyfriend to confirm). Overall, this pill is GREAT!!! I AM NOT PREGNANT!!!! && my life has not been changed to any great extent!! I do feel bad for some of the women who have experienced negative side effects, but honestly, this is a hormonal regimen that is altering your body's natural hormonal rhythm, so it should be expected to have some type of side effect. F 21
1X day
7/19/2011
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ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN  (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE):  This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: a progestin and an estrogen. It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. If a fertilized egg does not attach to the uterus, it passes out of the body. Besides preventing pregnancy, birth control pills may make your periods more regular, decrease blood loss and painful periods, decrease your risk of ovarian cysts, and also treat acne. Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia).   FDA Approval Date: 1992-07-03 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

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