MICRONOR Reviews (NORETHINDRONE)

Average Rating: 2.1 (709 Ratings)

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MICRONOR  (NORETHINDRONE):  This medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It is often referred to as the "mini-pill" because it does not contain any estrogen. Norethindrone (a form of progestin) is a hormone that prevents pregnancy by making vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changing 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. This medication also stops the release of an egg (ovulation) in about half of a woman's menstrual cycles. While the "mini-pill" is more effective than certain other methods of birth control (such as condoms, cervical cap, diaphragm), it is less effective than combination hormone (estrogen and progestin) birth control because it does not consistently prevent ovulation. It is usually used by women who cannot take estrogen. To reduce the risk of pregnancy, it is very important to take this medication exactly as prescribed. Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia).    (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 3  Birth control Lost at least 2 inches of hairline, continuous acne (never a problem before for me), loss of sex drive that continued to dimninish, depression and mood swings, migraines (which also never had before). After almost 4 years, I am just stopping it. I figured out about a year ago the hair loss I was experiencing was most likely from the androgens. And I figured maybe no one has a sex drive with a toddler around. And I was just too scared of getting pregnant (which I still am and will be) but it just isn't worth it anymore. I don't even remember the person I used to be before this pill. F 30 3.5 years
1/18/2009
 3  birth control Im 22 and have taken Ortho tricyclene for 4yrs. I got off last year because of the INTENSE mood swings, and was put on Micronor. I used it for 1 week and stopped using it. that was in april of 08 and didnt get a period til october 08 and none since then. I used micronor in oct and was diagnosed with depression that month. but with no period, theres no depression or ANY symptoms for that matter. i dont use this medicine regulary. i havent even completed the first pack i opened a year ago. I dont have a problem with micronor. i have no periods and no periods for me means no intense mood swings and no depression with thoughts of suicide. if i began taking it on a regular basis and still continued to not have a period, then i would definatly continue to take it. F 22 2 times
1/17/2009
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 2  birth control/breastfeeding Extreme depression, anxiety, paranoia, not just the "baby blues". Several uncontrollable crying jags and a constant overwhelming feeling of worthlessness. Absolutely no orgasms at all in 3 months; extreme vaginal dryness and a lot of pain during intercourse and after. (Lubrication doesn't seem to help much) Moderate abdominal bloating, pain after eating. Minimal appetite; moderate weight loss. At 3 weeks postpartum I was all over my husband; couldn't wait to get on the pill so we wouldn't have to worry about pregnancy. Not worth taking this pill; I rather worry about pregnancy then my irrational fears taking over my mind. Switching to condoms for now. F 40 3 months
1/13/2009
 2  Heavy, painful periods Considering why I was taking this pill, I've had nothing but trouble. The first three of the seven months I took it my period was slightly lighter, but since then I've been starting another full-blown period within days of finishing the last. They have been just as painful as before - my situation has actually got worse from taking this pill! The practice nurse I saw for a checkup agreed that by now the side-effects would have disappeared. I am waiting for an appointment to get my prescription changed. F 21 7 months
12/28/2008
 2  birth control I hate this pill!!! Was on Depo shot for 10yrs without any side effects at all. Dr Sugeested I go on the pill to see if it would bring on a period. Since I tarted this pill 3 months ago I have been depressed, antisocial & miserable in part to the 6lb weight gain & feeling bloated ALL the time. I am an avid runner & work out 5 days a week & eat very healthy so there is No other expination for feeling this way other than this pill...........stopping it today F 31 3 months
12/27/2008
 4  Migraine headaches Mild acne (which I never had on regular combo pills) and lack of a true period. Overall, I am VERY happy with this pill (I'm on Jolivette). I tried about 4 different low-estrogen pills before this, and each one gave me horrible migraines, to the point where I missed work several days a month. My only down-side to this pill (as many people mentioned) is the fact that in 3 months, I still haven't had a real period, only light brown spotting. I've taken a pregnancy test each month, just to be sure! I set my cell phone alarm to remind me to take it each night, and I've been late a few times, but no biggie - then my husband and I just abstain or use condoms for a few days, like the instructions say. I've had mild acne on this, but mainly just the few days before the "light brown spotting" period, and often when I'm stressed at work! For those of you complaining of depression, you might want to look further into it before switching pills. If this NON-estrogen pill causes depression, you'll probably get it even WORSE on a combo-pill, since estrogen is usually t F 34 3.5 months
12/11/2008
 1  blood disorder I was on the combo pill for 8 years with no issues, was moved to the mini pill bc of blood clotting isuues and it made me a crazy person. I am not a moody person but i felt like a ticking time bomb... crying and getting mad all the time. I lasted 3 weeks and got off. Within a week I was back to feeling like a normal person. F 28 3 weeks
12/4/2008
 5  Birth Control After only three weeks, the depression is out of control. I was neveer told that this could be a side effect. I am on the generic Micronor, Errin but today I am going to stop taking it. This is ridiculous, I work out 4-5 days a week, and have never felt like this before. I was on Ortho-Trycyclan for over ten years before and never had a problem. NOt sure what to do now, since high BP prevents me from taking progestin. Too many side effects with the other alternatives as well. F 34 23 days
12/2/2008
 1  birth control Extreme moodiness, severe depression, thoughts of suicide, anxiety, stressed out and worrying over nothing, crying all the time, decreased ability to reach orgasm, lower sex drive, acne EXTREME moodiness - getting mad over nothing, crying about nothing, stressing out and worrying about nothing - none of this is like me. My poor bf wanted me to go off the pills and take our chances it was so bad. Depressed and sometimes having suicidal thoughts - I wasn't like this before taking Micronor. Lower sex drive and inability to achieve orgasm most of the time which is also causing problems and frustration in the relationship and was never an issue before. I think I am just going to stop taking them and try to find something else. Maybe Mirena. I was put on Micronor instead of Ortho Tricyclen Lo because of migraines with aura but I just had a migraine with aura 3 days ago. Last period was a week late, causing stress about pregnancy. I don't need any of these negative side effects. There was also considerable acne before my period started which I also don't want. Periods were either extremely heavy (and causing dizziness all day on day 1) or extremely light. These pills suck.. F 37 3 months
12/1/2008
 2  Birth Control I started taking micronor about 4 months ago after being off bcp's for the past 4yrs. I originally went off the bcp in my 39th year (due to my age and being a smoker). I have quit smoking since then, however have gotten into another relationship where I have had to choose birth control again. The first month of being on this pill was ok, though did not get a period for the first 2 months. Month 3 I started feeling tenderness in the breasts which now seems to have lasted straight through the past couple of months. I also wake up with pins and needles in my feet, and feel very restless when I sleep. All of these symptoms could be coincidental, as I am also going through a very emotional time in my life, so have been experiencing depression and being very fatigued. Unfortunately, I am now on day 13 of a period, and came in here to see what information I could find about taking this pill. I am now thinking about other options for birth control. F 43 4 months
11/30/2008
 1  same exact as below same exact as below couldn't have said it better myself!!! F 26 6 months
11/27/2008
 1  Can't take estrogen Hair loss, constant bloating/cramping, irritability, fatigue, depression, water retention, swollen/sore breasts, constantly feeling like you are about to start your period, not knowing when to and when not to wear a tampon, sporadic bleeding DO NOT take this medication if you don't need to. I naturally have fine, thin hair and started losing significant amounts on the top around my face. I truly believe a lot of it has to do with this medication. I officially stopped taking it today. I was on it for 6 months with no relief from side effects. F 33 6 months
11/23/2008
 3  birth conttrol breast feeding bleeding first 2 weeks on and off, hairloss, depression, nausea(like morning sickness) 14 week old baby ,Breastfeeding, had no period since 2 weeks post partum, wanted to be normal again, now sexually active and worried that i might fall pregnant due to the vomiting. I can't have IUD due to retroverted uterus. F 28 20 days
11/20/2008
 1  birth control-have migraines w/aura weight gain, long, frequent periods, loss of sex drive, tender breasts, some acne I just stopped taking it. The side effects were too much to handle. I'd rather take a chance without it. M 19 2 years
11/14/2008
 3  birth control no real side effects. I did get preganant while taking micronor, but that was my fault for missing one pill. I first started taking micronor 8 years ago. I had previously been taking tri cyclen then cyclen and I hated them both. My body does not like estrogen pills. Micronor was great the first three years I took it. Then, I got pregnant. After i was finished nursing, I didnt go back on it as I wanted to have another baby. Im now done nursing my second child and decided to go back on micronor (after five years). My body is not responding to it at all! Its like Im not even taking a pill. So I just tried yasmin for two months, horrible, I hated it. Now Im back to Micronor and its not doing anything. My periods have been the heaviest theyve every been in my life, Im soaking through super tampons every 30 mins, now Im anemic, I dont like estrogen, Im going to go crazy. I think Id just rather have a hysterectomy :( F 31 30 days
11/13/2008
 3  Birth Control, Progesterone Only acne, no period yet After a year-long battle with a non-existent sex drive, I finally talked to my gynecologist about it. I stopped taking Ortho Evra (the patch) because she said it may be because estrogen binds with testosterone (decreasing the amount) which in turn will lower sex drive. After being off BC completely for about 5 months and seeing no improvement, I went back and the doctor prescribed Wellbutrin. This is an anti-depressant which has a track record for increasing sex drive in women. I took the Wellbutrin for a month or so and finally started to want sex sporadically. I figured it was working and since sex was back in the picture, I needed contraception. Started taking Micronor (the generic Jolivette to be precise) to ensure that I wouldn't get pregnant but I'm not entirely sure that it hasn't undone what the Wellbutrin helped me achieve - a libido. I'm a little frustrated that my sex drive has decreased a bit more and the acne is more frequent. Plus, I've been taking it for over 30 F 24 30 days
11/13/2008
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 1  after child birth severe headaches, mood swings(pretty severe- I couldn't stand anybody!), dizzy spells, started bleeding heavy after 1 week of taking it. I was exclusivly breast feeding and I was disappointed to have so many side effects. I do not think this should be after child birth. It does past through the breast milk and there are no studies proving that it's safe for the baby. Why would this be prescribed? I would rather go without sex than continue with the side effects. F 33 13 days
11/8/2008
 3  Nursing I am in my first month of taking Micronor. My baby is 6 weeks old this week and I have yet to get my period yet, although I stopped bleeding from birthing about three weeks ago. I got cleared to have intercourse today, but am nervous I will get pregnant although I am taking micronor religiously and exclusively breastfeeding. F 26 25 days
10/22/2008
 3  nursing depressed. tired. HUNGRY ALLLLLL THE TIME. I have noticed a MAJOR decrees in breast milk instantly even though my breast are swollen. When i pump i dont even get enough to give my daughter a meal. it takes me 4 pumps to get a full meal. Before starting this pill i had more than enough milk. I am frustrated! I am stopping this pill tonight and using condoms (not that i have a sex drive) F 24 3 weeks
10/16/2008
 3  Birth Control Acne, fatigue, tender breast, mood swings, heavy bleeding, nausea, excema, I have been on this medication off and on for about 10 years. If I was not using this I was on Depo. I am a migraine sufferer and cannot take any pills with estrogen. I have had enough!!! My cycle has gone completely out of control, my face has so much acne, and now the new thing is excema. WTF!! F 31 10 years
10/14/2008

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