User Reviews for Ocella oral

I started on this pill because my breasts were as hard as a rock and my libido was low. When I started on Ocella my breasts went back to normal and my libido went back up but it causes me to have SEVERE reactions. I have colitis because of this pill as well as intolerance to carbohydrates, nausea, bloody diarrhea, and thousands of dollars worth of tests for the ER doc to figure it out. I HATE THIS PILL!! I have been on Yasmin, Orthtrycycline, and Apri tab and none have ever given me these kinds of side effects. And i also have endometriosis, and it states on the label if you have that diagnosis, DO NOT TAKE IT!! Why they pharmecist gave me this instead of Yasmin when the Doc prescribed me yasmin, I have no Idea. I want to sign a petition to get this crappy BC off the market because my sister is on it and she is bipolar and nobody told her about the side effects!! The doctor didn't even ask her therapist if it was okay for her to take that pill!! SCARY!!Read More Read Less

I ended up in the ER due to Angiodema; an allergic reaction that caused swelling of my face, throat and difficulty swallowing.

I have been taking ocella for about 2 months. I have a swollen left leg from top to bottom,i believe it from this pill. I had the same experience with Yaz.

I was hoping that Ocella (generic for Yasmin) would help with acne completely but it only helped some. I no longer break out, no weight gain has been noticed, I've never tried Yasmin but I am satisfied with Ocella, enough to continue.

It has been a long time since I have been on BCP. I have only been on Ocella for four days. My second day I had the worst case of diarrhea to the point a lost about 7 pounds. Now all I feel is heart burn which I never had before I started to take it along with felling nauseas. I am going to continue to take these BCP but if this feeling of heart burn and nauseas does not go away by the end of this pack I am getting off of this.

I've only been on this pill for 12 days and its been rediculous. I'm tired all the time, I've had cramps out the wazoo, my breasts are more tender than usual, oh! and my period has lasted for 12 days rather than the normal 4.

This pill has kept my from getting pregnant, but that's about the only good thing. After being on the pill for over 8 years I switched to Ocella from Yasmin. The first two months were horrible. I spotted/had my period for almost a full month. Doctor told me not to worry about it. I've also experienced extreme hair loss. Along with the Ocella I am also on depression medicine and in the past few months have been more and more depressed, really think it's from the Ocella. Also have had the feeling of being pregnant. The only good thing is my cramps have subsided greatly, but I'd rather have cramps everytime I get my period then continue to lose so much hair and be so upset all the time. Read More Read Less

I briefly took Yasmin before being switched to Ocella (probably due to insurance reasons). While I absolutely do not agree that generics are the same or always as good as the real thing, I have not had any problems with the change. I have panic attacks, but did not notice any difference in anxiety or moods. The only thing was that I get menstrual headaches on occasion. If I avoid alcohol and drink water, they are not an issue.

I was originally on Yasmin and was switched to Ocella 2 months in because it was "generic". I experienced a lot of the normal BCP changes when you switch brands, mood swings, bloating, fatigue, etc in the first couple of months. However two side effects that I developed after 6 months use have been a major issue. First, I developed a breast lump, palpable, did not show on any scans, so had surgery to remove it in Feb'09. It was an over growth of breast tissue, caused by, guess what, HOROMONES from birth control. Second issue, Recurrent stubborn yeast infections. I have had a recurring yeast infection since December 08. One week before period I get a yeast infection. If it doesn't "go away" with the medicine and period, it comes right back within two days of me starting the pill pack again. Again, this is caused by hormonal changes. Thankfully I go to see the obgyn next month and will be talking to her about coming off bcp completely to get preggers. One good point is that my skin has never been so clear in my life. But other than that I will be so glad to get off this pill!!! Read More Read Less

I am only on day 3. I have read the reviews ocella vs Yasmin. I was on Yasmin all last year and LOVED it. I have tried them all. Loestrin made me the most moody. So far, the only feed back in the 3 days that I can give is.... I woke up this morning to get ready for work and the first thought in my head was "OMG, look at my boobs". I have not filled my bra out like this since I was 20lbs heavier. I know its early in the pills, but so far I am loving Ocella. I may switch next month, however, since my insurance will cover more on the Yasmin and it actually comes out cheaper. Read More Read Less

My doctor recommended that I switch to Ocella when I complained that Loestrin made me overemotional. She explained that Ocella was cheaper than Yasmin and that it was essentially the same thing. I cannot emphasize enough how much I disagree. When I was taking Ocella, I was always exhausted and felt completely drained and exhausted. I had terrible sharp, pounding headaches. I constantly felt nauseous and had no appetite. In the last days I took Ocella, the only way I could make it through the day was to take Tylenol every few hours. All of this is uncharacteristic of me, as I am 19 years old and in good health. I have never experienced anything like this before I took Ocella. The Ocella did alleviate the moodiness caused by Loestrin, but only because I was too exhausted to really feel anything. I felt like a zombie. I switched to Yasmin, and this is only my third day taking it and I feel 110% better. I've been reading up about Yasmin and Ocella, and from what I understand there are a few major differences. Apparently, the active ingredients are the same, but the inactive ingredients and coating on the pill, etc, are different. Anyone is welcome to validate this, but I could believe it considering the complete 180 I experienced after switching to Yasmin. In summary, taking Ocella is probably one of the worst decisions you could ever make.Read More Read Less

I've been on the BCP for about 20 years, and Yasmin for at least 8 of those and love it. I decided to try Ocella a few months ago to save money. It's terrible! Bloating, breakthrough bleeding, etc... getting of it in 2 days and very happy about that. I've read a lot of similar stories on-line. Be careful.

I never had any of the negative side effects with this pill, actually the opposite, on yasmin i experienced terrible menstrual migraines, on ocella my periods were lighter, and my headaches got better. My weight stayed the same (i gained 10 lbs when i started yasmin)

It was terrible. I have had sore breasts and acne and headaches like terrible. My neck and back are so sore from when I wake up to when I go to bed I hate it....

My insurance switched me from Yasmin to Ocella. I take other generics so never thought twice about the change. I took Yasmin for 4 years and Ocella for 4 months and had to get off of it. I had to give myself time to adjust, I shouldn't have! I couldn't handle life anymore. I was depressed, had a very short fuse and constantly felt uncomfortable in my body. I started having issues sleeping, I would sleep only about 4 hrs a night but would sleep about 30 hrs on the weekends. Never more than 4 hrs at a time. Whenever I was awake I was "munchy" and everytime I would eat something I would pass out cold without warning. My periods were horrible, I cramped for 4 days and my actual period was 7 days long, on Yasmin my period started Wed and ended Fri. I have since changed to a new birth control and within the first week I noticed a huge difference. I am actually happy and motivated to life life again. My period is now only 2 days and no cramps or depression. I never knew how bad it was until I changed to something that really works for me.Read More Read Less

I started to take Ocella on the first day of my period. I was given this brand because its what my pharmacy gives first when there is a generic medication. Well the first three days I had a normal period but I'm on pill 11 and i'm still spotting this horrible watery brown stuff, its more like a light period. My hands, eyes, feet are swollen. I have a headache everyday and I'm nauceous almost always. It has given me a UTI and my pharmacist believes I'm allergic to it. So now I'm quiting cold-turkey and after a period comes, I will have to start Yasmin (which I never spotted on ever). I'm so digusted with this Ocella!Read More Read Less

I've suffered from severe PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorder for over 6 yrs and have been on Yasmin 28's for over 10 yrs. Yasmin never did anything bu assist in alleving these illnessess. 5 months ago,I was switched over to Ocella. EVERY single side effect associated with PTSD became inhightened and unbearable. I finally went back to my DR.and begged to be placed back on Yasmin. If you suffer from any sort of mental illness, DO NOT take this med. The anxiety and depression worsened 10 fold. Please don't risk it.Read More Read Less

I was put on this drug after being diagnosed with endometriosis. I have been taking it for almost 3 months now and since like 2 weeks into taking this pill i have had almost constant cramping, my breasts always hurt, severe mood swings, and a serious change in appetite both for food and sex.

I was given Ocella after taking Yasmin for one month because my insurance only filled generic. Witin two weeks of being on it i have gained at minimum 5-8lbs. Not to mention the absolute worst bloating I have ever experienced. I knew something was not right because I work out 6-7days a week, high-intensity cardio and lifting. I could not believe how bloated I still was even after I really watched my calorie intake. I knew it was something else and started researching and found many reviews complaining about the same side effects with Ocella. I will be switching back to non-generic asap.Read More Read Less