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Reviewer: Girl, 19-24 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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I began taking this BC about 5 months ago. I noticed during the third month that I became increasingly agitated and moody. Currently, my mood swings have increased dramatically, to the point where I am having difficulty being productive and am avoiding contact with people. I plan on talking to my doctor tomorrow to see if I can switch to a lower-hormone pill.
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Reviewer: Reitelle, 13-18 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)
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It has been effective in preventing contraception, however, I have been experiencing mood swings, randomly crying, and small bouts depression at least twice a month.
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Reviewer: Care Bear, 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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HORRIBLE! I had an awful time on this BC. I am 30 years old, and I had previously been on Mircette for 4 years, took 2 years off from BCP, and then started on Low Ogestrel, as this was on my insurance. Emotionally I was extremely moody - very anxious, then angry, then crying and I had no idea why. I also had alot of bloating, nasuea, and swelling. I was so uncomfortable and driving my poor boyfrie
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Reviewer: ahollowcut, 19-24 Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
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I have been taking Low-Ogestrel for over 4 years, and never once had a problem. Within 2 months my irregular period was now like clockwork. Had no side effects, no weight gain, mood swings etc. If you are a scheduled person (can take the pill at the same time every day) this will work well for you.
Plus it comes in a different package than those stereotypical pale pink circular containers,
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Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)
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