User Reviews for Nora-BE oral

I started on this pill for contraception and to calm my periods down, which it did, and it did stop me from getting pregnant. Sure. BUT... month one I had lots of pelvic pain, my acne got very bad and I had a few other minor side effects such as sore breasts but I still would take all that over heavy periods so I continued. 6 months later I started having panic attacks for the first time in my life. When I looked back I realized my anxiety started and had been increasing ever since I started on this pill. I was now at a point where I could hardly function because my anxiety was so bad. When I stepped back and realized there was a correlation with the pill I discussed with my OBGYN who said I should stop. Within 4 days my pelvic pain stopped, my acne was getting better and my mood was SO much better. I am now largely anxiety free (though a bit of hangover from it because I am a little traumatized by how bad I felt!). The bottom line is that pill did a number on my brain chemistry for sure. I wanted to come here to say that if you are suffering anxiety please talk to your gyn for an alternative. I'm now looking at other options for contraception but would take heavy periods over that level of anxiety any day. Read More Read Less

I have been on the pill for almost 2 years. I chose this one specifically because I suffer from chronic migraines. The first year I had no issues. I got my period regularly with no pregnancy scares. About 3 months ago I started spotting during my ovulation week. My doctor said it could happen but if It does not stop to let her know. That would be my only issue.

Nora-be is the first birth control I've used and honestly I really don't like it. Am I pregnant? No. But at what cost? Took me a while to get used to it but still not that happy with it. Made me extremely depressed for a while to a dangerous point and made my periods irregular and last forever. The only reason I'm taking Nora-be is because it is progestin only and it's unsafe for me personally to use progestin + estrogen birth control bc of migraines. Wouldn't really recommend especially if you're able to get combination. Read More Read Less

I was p/x this medication by my doctor after I gave birth to my baby girl since I would be breast feeding. After a week of taking it I had horrible nausea, stomach pain, head ache, and mood swings just as Doctor had warned me about. The other part of this medication that is not easy to take because I was told by my doctor that I have to take it at the EXACT SAME TIME everyday to avoid pregnancy. She warmed me to be very exact less than a 10 min difference. And to keep up with the same time everyday is stressful and just annoying. But after reading a few comments from others on here and seeing how they became pregnant while on this medication I wonder if they were given the same instructions as I got. Overall, this medication is not worth it for me. I’m 35 and have been on a number of birth control medication throughout my life and this by far is the worse one. I would not recommend this to anyone. Read More Read Less

Terrible, terrible pill, it didn’t help me with any of my symptoms. I was prescribed this pill to control my heavy bleedings lasting 7 days plus, causing me anemia. I took it for 7 months. It had no positive affect on my bleeding and my period was coming more frequently. My mood swings were terrible and depression was through the roof on top of that I gained over 8 pounds without changing my lifetime or eating habits. The worst side affect was on my hair. I used to have so much hair and now is gone. I am terrified that I am not going to have my hair back. I am so mad with my doctor who failed to warn me on any of these symptoms. Read More Read Less

I was given this medication to combat pre-menopausal symptoms. From the moment I took this medication my menstrual cycle never stopped. Finally I had to have a blood transfusion. On my own I just completely stopped taking the medication and within seven days my Menstrual cycle. Note: It was month and a half heavy bleeding every day . Please be very careful with this medication. pretty sure if I did not stop taking this medication I would’ve had to have had a second transfusion.

So, I’ll start by saying started this mini pill when I was breastfeeding my first born. Back in 2020, it’s was recommended by my doctor. She didn’t give me any other opinions. I guess I trusted her, she never mentioned any risk or side effects my taking this pill. I should’ve done my own research before taking it. We’ll long story short. The pill did it’s job didn’t get pregnant. But, i suffer the bad side effects. I had one ectopic pregnancy (very painful). I was try to conceive so, I stopped taking my pills. Then, suffer two miscarriage at a very early stage. Now, after doing my research and gone through so much disappointment on not being able to conceive. It all looks like Nora- Be has also made my uterus lining thin, to the point no fertilized egg will attach. I really wish my OBYN would of told to stop taking the pill when the ectopic occurred. :( ladies just be careful do your research, doctor are not always looking out for you and your well-being. Read More Read Less

8 month use with side effects: mastalgia (pronounced bilateral breast tenderness) for 1 week a month made bearable with use of a downsized supportive compression bra (D size)

Initially, I thought my mood swings and anxiety was triggered solely from work, but it just hit me that i'd started this Nora-BE birth control 3 months ago without realizing that it caused me to spiral out of control in temper. I've been more snappy and easily irritable than ever. Once I'd read all the reviews and consulted my doctor it all made sense!! Ladies- if you're reading this, please STOP using nora-BE and ask your doc for an alternative birth control. Mood swing is something we dont catch easily, until we have a meltdown. Read More Read Less

Iâ??ve been taking Nora Be for nearly 4 months now and so far so good. My periods are about the same (fairly light and about 3-4 days). I take each pill at the exact same time everyday and havenâ??t gotten pregnant so Iâ??m happy about that. I have gained 4 pounds so as long as I donâ??t keep gaining weight I donâ??t have any complaints about this birth control.

I have been taking this for 3 years. I was put on it after I suffered from blood clots in my lungs that nearly killed me. My periods are random and have a mind of their own. I get crazy PMS even if I don't have a period. I put on weight that I can't get off. I haven't had any pregnancy scares, so it does work.

I was put on this because I suffer from migraines and other pills have caused me to get them more frequently. I tried this pill for a month and began feeling extremely depressed. So I stopped using it but then found myself giving it another shot more recently. This time around I didn't get the depression side effects as much but now my period is extremely irregular. I have had stomach pains for about a week straight with dark colored bleeding, along with being very bloated to the point where even certain jeans don't fit comfortably! My normal period usually last 3-4 days and stomach pains/cramps last only for about one day. Overall I hate this pill and will be trying the shot. Read More Read Less

I started taking this medication two months ago. I already have had terrible side effects. Abnormal bleeding for over 30 days, bloating,migraines,nausea,back pain and weight gain.It has also made my depression worst. I have been off of the medication for about two months and I am still having abnormal bleeding.

Well, I've been taking this pill for 3 months and so far I'm having a lot of weird side effects. I haven't had my period or any spotting, which doesn't really concern me too much. My big concern has been the acne. I've never had skin problems until starting this pill. I also have a small patch at the corner of my eye that looks like a hive but won't go away. My doctor can't even figure out what it is, but it didn't show up until after I started taking this pill. I've also been starting to get the strangest bruises all over my body. I woke up yesterday with a huge bruise below my knee and no memory of how I would have gotten it. I know I've always been easily bruised, but not like this. I had a bruise just from falling asleep with my watch on. I'm stopping this pill and hoping the side effects don't stick around like they seem to have for other people.Read More Read Less

I've been on this medication for about 3 years now. My doctor suggested nora-be because my original birth control was a trigger for my chronic migraines. Initially like every woman, I researched and read reviews like crazy on nora be. Most were terrifying, but I more or less wanted the migraines to stop and not to get pregnant! A few months in I noticed pms was much more painful than ever before, my periods were much worse and erratic. I went from a normal 5 day cycle to a heavy full cycle twice a month. (At one point for 27 straight days!!) My anxiety went through the roof, my mood swings were awful and even my husband mentioned I was just not the same person anymore. But I continued to tough it out, bc I didn't want anymore children. The crazy periods continued, the oily skin/acne and weight gain were all still there. The crying and anger, yup..still there too. I finally had a break through and decided enough was enough! This medication was ruining my life. When my prescription for the year ended, my husband and I both decided we would take other steps in protection. He opted for a vasectomy, and I stopped taking birth control. I immediately noticed a difference. Only 5 days in my anxious, always stressed behavior has calmed. And I feel happy again. Maybe this medication is right for some, but for myself... it was a nightmare!Read More Read Less

I've been on this pill for almost a year & every 11 days I spot & bleed for 3 to 4 days some months I have 3 to 4 periods in the same month & I have mre anxiety attacks now than I did before taking this pill going to the doctor soon to get taken off this crazy stuff it's the worst!

I hate this stuff! Before my first child, I took a generic version of yaz, but when breastfeeding you can only use the mini pill like Nora B. I bleed constantly. There will be maybe tree days to a week where I don't bleed and then light bleeding for three or four days. Sometimes a full period bleed. I'm moody and depressed. You HAVE to take it at the exact same time every day; being off even 15 minutes guarantees i'll start bleeding again. I'm so done taking this pill.

I started taking Nora B because of my high blood pressure. When I started Nora B, I noticed I had my period twice a month. Some months I didn't have it at all but, I still had the PMS symptoms like cramping etc( I took a pregnancy test just to be sure, of course it was negative!). Some months I spotted for a few days then stopped, it was all over the place. I didn't have any mood swings or access acne I just found it to be more of a pain than anything. I have switched to a different pill and am having better luck.Read More Read Less

I am taking Nora-be to control cramps b/c I get them so horribly I can't walk, hardly talk, and I'm throwing up for over 6 hours. I have migraines with the Aura and I have a liver issue so it's the only BC I can use. I have been on it almost a month and I have gained a ton of weight. I would say I gained about 5 pounds. I typically eat fairly healthy to. I noticed I broke up w/ acne on my face way more than usual. Oh and not to mention I have been spotting on and off the entire month. This pill is not ideal. I might ride the 3 month wave to see if anything changes but if I do who knows how much I'll weigh by then!Read More Read Less

Nausea all day. Headaches ! I feel weird. Need to stop this pill ASAP.