ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN Reviews (ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE; NORGESTIMATE)Average Rating: 2.8 (1491 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR ORTHO TRI-CYCLE | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 4 | BIRTH CONTORL, ACNE | DID ANYONE GO ON GENERIC TRINESSA AND GAIN WEIGHT? IF SO HOW LONG AFTER GOING OFF DID IT TAKE TO LOSE IT? THANKS | M | 34 | | 5/2/2005 | 3 | Birth Conrol | None for the first 2 years, then after a 1 year hiatus and 3 months on ortho tri-cyclen lo, I returned to it and experienced severe mood swings and depression, also complete loss of sex drive and severe vaginal dryness. | It worked well for 2 years straight, no side effects or problems. Returning to it from the lo version was a nightmare though. | F | 22 | 2 years | 4/29/2005 | 5 | birth control | Ortho tri-cyclen was wonderful for six years-- no side effects, no pregnancy | Three months ago I started taking Tri-Nessa because the pharmacist told me it was | F | 26 | 6 years | 4/26/2005 | 5 | Birth Control, Acne | No side effects with ortho tri-cyclen. Terrible side effects with the generic - tri sprintec 28. | I was on ortho tri cyclen for about 5 years with no problems and then switched to a generic - tri sprintec 28 for a little over a year. I wish I would have know there was a difference between the two. I was engaged and we actually put our wedding on hold because our relationship was destroyed with everything that happened over the year that I was on the generic. I had terrible, terrible mood swings, anger for no reason, and no sex drive whatsoever. My doctor recommended I go back on the brand. I did, and I feel like my old self again. I wish I would have known before it was too late. Don't take the risk! Don't go on the generic! | F | 25 | 5 years | 4/26/2005 | 5 | Birth Control | Was taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen for 2 years -- little to no side effects. (Generic Tri-Nessa another story...) | My insurance company switched my prescription to the generic Tri-Sprintec. That was fine & I had no problems. Then my insurance changed and I was given Tri-Nessa. I experienced awful side-effects on Tri-Nessa, including weight gain (10 lbs in 2 months)& bloating. I've taken various pills for the past 10 years and never experienced anything like this. I'll pay full price before I continue taking this drug! | F | 28 | 2 years | 4/26/2005 | 4 | birth control, acne | I had no side effects on Ortho-Tri-Cycline...loved it and also had no problems with generic tri-sprintec. However, I was recently switched to TriNessa, and just realized that it is to blame for my lowered sex-drive and mood swings. I am switching back immediately. TriNessa is the only one I have ever had a problem with. | F | 22 | 5 years | 4/26/2005 | 5 | birth control | none | I was on ortho for almost 10 years, took alesse fro a while cuz it was cheaper and got pregnant. then tried to go back on ortho but dr gave me trinessa. fater 2 weeks i was in horid shape!!! weigth gain mood swings, bleeding too early. i called and got my pharmacy to give me the real deal -ortha tri and I am happy again!! | F | 32 | | 4/23/2005 | 3 | prevent pregnancy | I have gained 5 pounds in two months. I am working out everyday and eating healthy. I have also been very moody and emotional. | DO NOT TAKE ORTHO TRI-CYLEN LO! I was on it for about two year. I took it at the same time everyday and did not take any other medications with it. I recently became pregnant while on it,I know this has happened to several other girls, so I just would like to warn you all! | F | 21 | 3 months | 4/22/2005 | 2 | pregnancy prevention | Migrane Headaches, Yeast and Bacterial Infections, Weight Gain | I started taking ortho tri-cyclen a few years ago and I gained 20 lbs in like 2 months. I stopped taking it and went on the shot for a few years and was fine until all the sudden I was getting my period all the time. I switched back to a different pill Ortho tri-cyclen LO. Ever since I have been on it (4 months)I have had either a yeast infection or a bacterial infection constantly. I only had one yeast infection my whole life before that. I have had at least 1 migrane per month and hadn't had one for like 5 years before that. I have been to 3 doctors and they don't think it is from my pill even though it is on the info leaflet. I am stopping all birth control pills after this pack is gone. | F | 23 | 5 months | 4/21/2005 | 4 | birth control | i had no side effects on the ortho tri cyclen | i was on ortho tricyclen for about 3 years, i stopped and had a baby. at my 1 year post check up i was at my pre pregnancy weight!! at that time my doc put me on trinessa. After reading this board i now know why i have had No sex drive, bloating, weight gain, ( i weigh 15 pounds more than my 1 year post op check up), moodiness!!i thought i was crazy. i am getting off of it today. | F | 34 | 1 years | 4/20/2005 | 3 | contraception, acne | mood swings, depression, headaches, breast tenderness, sore back, fatigue, difficulty sleeping. | Many people have great results from this drug, but I've been taking it for about a year and my mild acne has not gotten any better or any worse. I've experienced emotional disturbance and headaches on this pill and I'm switching to another pill soon. Orthotricyclen made my emotions uncontrollable. Many of the people I've talked to have experienced similar mood disorders while they were taking orthotricyclen. | F | 19 | 1.5 years | 4/20/2005 | 1 | Birth Control | I took Orth Tri Cyclen for several years and had to switch to Trinessa when my insurance changed. NOT GOOD!! I have become so moody and unbearable, I can't stand to be around myself! The worst part is my sex drive has completely vanished! I have decided to pay the extra money and switch to Yasmin. | F | 27 | 2 years | 4/19/2005 | 3 | I don't like any birth control pill at all, but I accidentally got pregnant so I have to take it now. I was on regular Ortho for a few months and I was nearly suicidal. Now I take Ortho-low and I don't feel as crazy but I have alot of the same (common) side effects, just not as severe. Is there anything I can take that I don't have any symptoms? Or is birth control just not working with me? OR, do I just have to deal with it? | F | 23 | 60 days | 4/18/2005 | 5 | Birth Control | None with Ortho Tri-Cyclen OR with the generic Tri-Sprintec. I LOVE both of them! | **But** The generic Tri-Previfem (Treva) made me start my period a week early, so I was having my period for a week and a half every month!!! Talk about a bummer! I've since switched back to Tri-Sprintec and the problem is gone! | F | 30 | 3 years | 4/17/2005 | 5 | Pregnancy Prevention | None. | I took Orthotricyclen for several years and have since switched to Tri-Spritec. I switched to save money and so far it has been ok. | F | 30 | | 4/15/2005 | 5 | Birth Control | Once in a while, suffer from really bad migraines. But, no other side effects. I love Ortho Tri-Cyclen! Have been taking it for about 14 years. | HOWEVER, I recently switched to the generic brand, Trinessa, because my health insurance didn't cover Ortho Tri-Cyclen. I HATE IT! DON'T TAKE IT! Pay the extra money to save your sanity. I have my husband convinced that I am going crazy - terrible mood swings, depression, hopelessness, tender breasts, insomnia, night sweats, uncontrollable anger, feelings of isolation, dizziness...Thank God I found this website because I really did think I was going crazy. I had to recall what in my life had changed to cause all this craziness and, it dawned on me, I had switched to Trinessa! If it costs me $100/month to be on Ortho, I'm switching back. All my best. | F | 33 | 120 days | 4/13/2005 | 5 | Birth Control | No side effects from Ortho Tri-Cyclen....But Trinessa is another story....do not switch!!!! | I was on Ortho tricyclen for about 6 years, which was great because I did not experience any side effects. However, my doctor recently switched me to the generic brand, Trinessa, and it has been a disaster. Depression, no sex drive, breast tenderness...I just called my doctor requesting a switch ASAP!!!! | F | 28 | 2 months | 4/12/2005 | 5 | Dysmenorrhea (Severe Periods) | A little bit of breakthrough bleeding the first couple of months, I AM STILL OVULATING (Yet, since I wasn't using this to prevent contraception it doesn't bother me any), a bad headache the first day of my placebo pills on the first month | I still ovulated on these pills, I am guessing it is because of the lower hormones and my body needs a higher dosage in order to prevent it. HOWEVER, keep that in mind if you are looking at this to prevent conception--it does not work for everyone. AMAZING at decreasing my cramp pain, and very clear skin. Lovely pill. | F | 18 | 9 months | 4/9/2005 | 5 | not get pregnant | no side effects-loved it! | DO NOT TAKE TRINESSA!!!! Insurance companies who make you switch to generic brands should be sued for the increase in ortho-tri-cyclen price. Trinessa gave me dizziness, nausea, headaches, moodswings, depression, and cold sweats to the point of almost passing out. I'm going to stop taking it right now!!! | F | 22 | 14 days | 4/8/2005 | 2 | Pregnancy prevention | My periods have reduced in length as well as weight of flow, I hae less cramps, and my skin is very clear. I hardly ever experience breakouts. However, I have gained probably about 15 pounds over the past year and I have never weighed this much in my entire life. I also have no sex drive at all. My poor boyfriend practically has to beg me to even kiss him. It's terrible! If you want to ruin a relationship then Ortho Tri-Cyclen is for you! | Don't tak this pill if you want to gain weight and lose your sex drive! | F | 20 | 11 months | 4/6/2005 |