Will taking weight-loss pills or other supplements cause my birth control pills not to work?
969300
NO. I think the only herb/supplement that will make the pill ineffective is st. john' s wort. I don't remember why, but I know I read it on a medical site. Ivillage.com I think. I took hydroxycut for months while on the pill, and I didn't get pregnant.
922529
It might, and I stress might, work in the short run, but pill, never work in the long run.  Stick with diet and exercise and that weight loss will be sustainable, not to mention you'll feel better.  Also, the safety of those pills cant be determined to YEARS later.  Some over a decade.  Most of them are not regulated by the FDA.  I would stay away from them in general because you dont know what kind of bad things you can be doing to your body.
242238
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637248
Did you actually work out when taking this pill, or did you just take it hoping it would melt the fat away? Diet pills aren't a cure, just a jumpstart to a diet. You can't get around a healthy diet and exercise.
162259
diet pills, even if they say they are all natural, are not "natural" for your body.  effects of diet pills ranges from diarrhea, dehydration, headaches, feeling of dryness in the mouth and eyes, and in worst cases, poisoning.  there are diet pills that are supposed to aid in metabolism, and are supposed to suppress your hunger, but different people have different body chemistry, therefore the pills have different effects on people.\n\nif you do want to aid your weightloss, consult a doctor.  not only can they help you in choosing a diet pill with low side effects, they can even test you on some ingredients of diet pills so as to know whether or not your body will accept or reject them.  PLEASE DO NOT TAKE DIET PILLS WITHOUT MEDICAL CONSULTATION.  even OTC drugs have side effects.\n\nthe best way to lose weight is for you to incorporate a well balanced diet and good, regular exercise in your daily life.  a low fat, low carb, high fibre diet is good for almost everyone; and jogging, biking, swimming, even walking to the bus station and doing chores around the house is good exercise.  not only will this aid in your weightloss, it is very easy to maintain and incorporate in your daily activities.
507145
Yes I have.  I have seen no difference..........BUT...... I joined a gym for the exercise and watch my food intake.  I have lost 76 lbs in a yr and half.  No pill can do that.  Stay with the natural...no meds!
936511
My doctor told me that the hormone in birth control can alter your weight by 5-7 lbs.  I asked because I was concerned about gaining weight.  If you gain or lose more than 5-7 lbs, then it's something else, not the birth control.
871641
Birth Control Pills can do alot to your body and make you have symptoms like your pregnant... The perpose of the Pill or birth control in generial is to fake out you body in to thinking that you are pregnant so that way you dont get pregnant... So all the symptoms should be fine but if they do cause a problem or get very uncomfortable then talk to your Obgyn!!
982595
I've tried a few of the diet pills out there, and I've gotta say none of them worked for me. Although a friend of mine has tried the very same pills and it worked for her. We have the same activity level, we walk daily and lift light weights. So I really think it depends on the person taking them, every one has a different chemical make up so the reaction will be different. \nIf you want to try one, I'd suggest SlimQuick, that's the one that works best for my friend.
669696
Since most diet pills are unnatural, they unnaturally boost your metabolism or prevent fat absorption from within.  Unless you plan on taking diet pills for the rest of your life, it could end up a disaster once you achieve your ideal weight.  Your body may become dependent on these pills and go coo coo after you stop taking them, causing you to gain more than you loss.  It just contributes to the yo-yo dieting routine.  If you follow the daily food pyramid you shouldn't have to pop in any pills except daily vitamin supplements or a Tylenol or two for the minor soreness you get from just starting to work out. Good luck.
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).
770784
Yes, as that is how the pill works.  You get fat, and then nobody want's to have sex with you.\n\nKIDDING of course.  \n\nHowever, my ex-gf was on the pill and gained about 20 lbs.  When she went off, she lost the weight.  My wife and I have had a lot of luck with the IUD that DOESN'T emit hormones.
987259
be careful with diet pills, they do contain side effects and not all show right away
382353
One of the side effects of taking birth control pills is weight gain.  Sometimes the generic pills aren't exactly like the name brand, but they are close enough to be called generic by FDA standards.  If there are no other contributing factors to explain the weight gain, i.e. recent inactivity, increased caloric intake, etc. then we can only assume the weight gain is from birth control pills.\nI never really minded the weight gain when I was on birth control pills because I preferred a few extra pounds to having an unwanted pregnancy.
217535
This shouldn't be a problem... although you may need to take a 2 week break before starting the new pill. My advice check with your doctor!
443647
none.  ive taken diet pills and they never worked for me.  my fiancee took Carb curb and said that it worked well for him.   but diet pills always make me feel gross.  i took trimspa and follwed it as the directions stated and didnt lose a pound.  i found exercise and a healthy diet worked good.  stay under 1500 calories and you'll lose weight
284481
Diet pills could help you lose weight for a short time, but it is not a permanent fix. Also, diet pills usually have negative side effects. You may lose weight using them, but the moment you stop, the weight will be right back on. The most effective way to lose weight and keep it off is with diet and exercise.