http://www.medications.com/effect/view/28325 I had taken Loestrin for almost a year until about two months ago when I decided to quit. I suspected that this birth control had something to do with my intense headaches, weight gain (I was a size 4 now I wear a 10), and a non-existent period. I also have Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:57:37 -0400 http://www.medications.com/effect/view/28325?item=6406 I have eczema too!!!! You are right about headaches. No period is not a relieve! It's a hassle! I run to buy tests which all come negative but it's a stress! And I'm also very-very tired and sleepy! And dryness is a problem too. http://www.medications.com/effect/view/28325?item=6406