Read user comments about the side effects, benefits, and effectiveness of Ortho Tri-Cyclen (28) Oral.
Overall User Ratings
112 Total User Reviews
User Reviews
Learn about
User Reviews
Reviewer: kshabare, 35-44 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
Today I will be starting Mononessa. I have been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for over 10 years now but am having break-thru bleeding and worse mood swings than in the past. It could be be the 40 year-old stuff though.
4
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I've been taking this med for a while now and have had no problems. The only issue I have which is probably normal are the mood swings and feeling tired about a week before my cycle. Good birth control though.
3
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: Jan, 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I have been taking this for three months now. I have gained weight since switching to ortho-tricylcen and my periods have been horrible! I have terrible headaches, cramps and extremely heavy periods now. I forgot to take my pill one night and less than twelve hours later, I was having a full-blown period - not just a little spotting. I gave it three months like the doctor told me to, but now I
...
Show Full Comment
1
person
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
Great overall, no side effects.
1
person
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
i have used this BC Ffor 12 years and for the past 2 years my cycle has gotten later and lighter, my doctor has put me on Necon generic) 1/35 28's, he thinks i need a higher estrogen level BC. Has anyone had this happen to them?
0
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
FDA Protect Your Health
Benzocaine and Babies: Not a Good Mix
Database Is One-Stop Resource on Kids' Medications
Explore our expanded FDA Center on WebMD.
Ask the pharmacist
Questions about medications? Get expert answers by video or live chat about allergies, pregnancy, sleep, and more.
See the Ask the Pharmacist event schedule.
WebMD the app
Get trusted health information. Whenever. Wherever... with your iPhone, iPad or Android.
Find Out MoreIMPORTANT: About This Section and Other User-Generated Content on WebMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatment or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.
