I'm trying to determine some sort of pattern based on each woman'...

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Posted at 6: 1 PM on Jun 10, 2009 by kdb27, #42180

I'm trying to determine some sort of pattern based on each woman's experience with different brands (estrogen/progestin levels) of birth control... Recently my gyn prescribed Loestrin 24, I have yet to begin a cycle but am trying to gauge possible side effects. Generic Ortho-tricyclen: AWFUL!!! Reeked havoc on my emotional stability. Bitchy, moody, impatient, weepy (constantly), and weight gain. I did not notice any sexual side effects though. Yaz: Better than Ortho... Random periods (heavy one month, non existent the next). Emotionally and sexually I feel fine, but hard to measure after taking Ortho and Cymbalta. Please share thoughts and experiences

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Reply 4 months ago on Jun 13, 2009 by lazybean, #20582

I was on Yaz for 3 months (my first time taking hormonal birth control). It was horrible for me. I had anxiety attacks, crying spells, and depression. I had to use the bathroom constantly and I was dehydrated. I had no sex drive.

I switched to Loestrin 24 fe a month ago, and so far it has been a LOT better. My mood has improved, and I haven't been getting the anxiety attacks. My sex drive is not what it used to be pre-birth control, but it's definitely higher than when I was on Yaz.

I did have some breakthrough bleeding for about a week when I switched to Loestrin. I'm hoping that was just an effect of switching and will go away after a month or so.

Everyone is different, though. But so far I think Loestrin is good for me.

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