ortho tri-cyclen  Birth Control - acne?
813406
The pill is commonly recommended for girls with acne because it regulates the hormonal surges that can provoke breakouts.  When I first went on it, I was in my late teens, and had similar skin to yours... a few pimples here and there, but nothing to complain about.  The frequency of zits has definitely gone down since I've been on it (These days?  My skin?  Like fine silk, baby.) but I really think it was just getting older rather than the pill, since it was a gradual transition.
626462
Why dont you try Seasonale. It is a new type of birth control pill that allows a woman to only have 4 periods a year. For more information speak to your OB/GYN and look at the oral contraceptive's web site. \n\nhttp://www.seasonale.com/
766894
I was on the pill Yaz or Yasmin for about six months, and I noticed some pretty drastic changes. In the first place, I noticed that my cramps became much less intense and have continued to stay that way even eight months after I came off the pill. But while I was on the pill, I noticed that I was bleeding large clumps, not the usual flow that I normally have (sorry to be gross). I also noticed that I tended to be a bit grouchier as a result of some extra PMS. So it was a kind of trade-off: virtually no cramps and decreased acne, but I grouched at everyone within five feet of me. Yasmin was probably the best pill I've been on and I highly recommend it if you are considering it. Good luck!
418971
I was on ortho tri cyclin from the time i was 18 til i was 21, then i had to come off of it because i suffered a mild stroke :(\nBecarefull with what you are taking, do some research.
1044139
PLEASE do not use this form of birth control!  It is very dangerous and being taken off the market.  Everyone I know who has used it has gained between 30 and 60 pounds.\n\nThe pros are that it's easy - you only have to get it done once every 3 months.  The cons are too numerous to list.  There are so many options out there.  Please look at the others!
586072
I was on this pill for 1 year.  I had problems the 1st 3 months with spotting, & almost switched when it stopped. I had horrible mood swings & gained weight(it came off with exercise though) The mood swings were the worst though. Then in March I started bleeding again so I got switchd to Ortho Novum which is awesome (except for a few headaches). The thing is, every woman is different so pills affect everyone differently. You just have to try them until you find the right one.  And you are going to have some symptoms with any kind of pill.  There is a good website called www.askapatient.com that you can enter in any drug & read reviews from people that have taken it.
44834
Go to your doctor. Your doctor can prescirbe you with a hormone controlling pill that will balance your hormones. Acne is a result of hormonal imbalances. It doesnt matter that it is on your buttox. Taking the prescription will balance your hormones and rid you of any acne.
109280
yep. birth control throws off the menstral cycle and it can be irregular for several months.
1140563
Actually since you started getting this acne after you quit taking the pill temporarily, it's probably hormonal. I think your logic seems right as far as weaning goes, but that won't be effective towards a contraceptive anymore and you could do more harm to yourself than good. \n\nI suggest seeing a doctor and letting him know what happened, there could be something out there to help. I'm not sure what you were on, but I've also had a bad experience with skin senstivity and the sun while on the pill years ago. But also keep in mind, if you are 23, the road to 30 is going to be bumpy. Weird things will happen to your body and you can thank age alone for that. \n\nYou seem overall healthy and happy, but I'm just not certain that weaning yourself off of the pill will work effectively if it's a hormonal issue. I did have a friend who had a simular situation arrise after she quit taking the pill, but she went straight into taking the Depo shots and that seemed to work for her. \n\nHowever, while taking the shots you don't menstruate usually and when you stop taking them... your body is a mess, so I really don't think you should consider it too much. Her acne, migrains and swelling ceased but it left her with bad cramping every month and more than average bleeding. \n\nJust talk to your doctor about a hormone replacement in the form of something other than a contraceptive.
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The ortho tricyclen can be pretty effective in treating acne - especially if it's due to your hormenes being out of whack - acno on your back sounds like it wiould respond favorably to that pill.  As far as weight gain and depression go, that is different in everyone.  I have not heard of anyone who noticed depression after starting ortho tricyclen, but a few people have told me thay gained about 5 pounds.
893367
Depends on the type of birth control they have you on. Some of the placebos have iron in them as a supplement. Otherwise, the placebo pills are just that: a placebo, which is a big word for sugar pill. The reason they are there is to help you stay on a schedule so you don't forget to start the next pack when you need to. \nBirth control should actually HELP with acne, not cause more. Some may cause you to gain weight, but there are so many different types of birth control now that if you don't like the side effects of one, talk to your doctor. He/she can help you get one that works great for your body chemistry.
340254
yup. hormonal imbalance is a known cause of acne.
779678
Ive had mine 3 yrs and I can tell you my side effects\n\nI spotted for 3 months after it was inserted but mainly after intercourse.\n\nI havent had a period since (20% of women experience this)\n\nAcne not bad acne but a small amount that really never clears up (the only downside Ive had from it)
633179
I have been taking ortho tri-cyclen lo for almost a year now, and absolutely love it. Although the first month of taking it was not that much fun. I too got irritable and moody during the first month of being on the pill. However, after that month passed I had no further symptoms and felt great. I absolutely love ortho tri-cyclen lo it has made my life so much easier. So my advice is to stick with it for a bit longer. However, if it gets worse and does not go away go and tell your gynecologist. she is truly the best one to ask concerning your health.
732885
I've never had bad symptoms on the pill, so I can't tell personal stories.  I've taken Ortho-tricyclen and Ortho-tricyclen lo... I had some weight gain on the full-strength, but the low-dose has been fine for me.\n\nI've heard some good things about the mini pill (progestin only) for women who react badly to the combination pill (progestin and estrogen).
520044
I use Depo-Provera.  Ive been on it for almost 5 years.  Havent gained weight, no mood swings, no periods, just lots of sex.  It makes my hair shed a little but my nails grow beautifully now also.  It's every 13 weeks.  No pills to remember (or forget).  Wouldnt go any other way.
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I'm not sure which is better...everyone is different.  My sister takes Ortho-tricyclen lo and I am taking Estrostep.  I just started taking them (Estrostep) three months ago and they seem to work pretty good so far.  They have done wonders for me.  Everything is WAY better than it was, including the killer cramps that i would have.   It will take about three months or so before you will really know if they are working for you or not.  \nMy sister takes the other and when she first started taking them they seemed to work fine, now they are not working as well.  I don't know if she is taking them like she is supposed to or not, but she claims that she is taking them like she is supposed to.  \nLike i said everyone is different and the ones that you both are prescribed might work great for the two of you.  Then again they might work for one and not the other.  The only thing that you can do is try them out and you might like them (they will work) or you might not like them (they won't work). \n\nJust give them a try and see if they are right for you!  You can always try the other if they don't work.  I hope this helps...at least a little!  \nGood Luck!! :)