User Reviews for Loryna (28) oral

This drug will either make you a fire breathing mad woman OR a clear skinned, big tittied angel... Test your luck...

When I got prescribed this, I read reviews and they scared me to death. I originally wanted birth control for my acne. I've been on this for 5 months now and my acne is completely gone. Obviously everyone's skin is different, so it just depends on the person. But for me, it has been a MIRACLE. Also, I wasn't sexually active when I started it. However, I am now, and after 2 times of unprotected sex, I would say this drug is effective at preventing pregnancy. Also, I haven't gained any weight. I do get mood swings but I'm usually aware of them and just have to keep reminding myself it's the hormones. Nothing too unmanageable. Basically, don't read reviews and get scared. Birth control works different for everyone and this particular one has been the best thing to ever happen to me. Read More Read Less

I had been on yaz since the age of 15 due to being diagnosed with PCOS in my early teens. I had been through several different pills suffering clinical migraines, heavy bleeding and constant nausea. Yaz seemed to be tailor-made for my body as I had no issues with it for the next 8 years, until it simply became too expensive and I switched to loryna. 17 days after the switch, I was hospitalized after waking up to the pain of a ruptured cyst. After spending about 5 years worth of yaz pills on my hospital bills, I decided that, perhaps because the cyst was quite large, it was already there and ruptured from the switch. However, for the next month and a half, I experienced bloating, dryness, spotting, excessive hair loss (but only on my scalp as I grew a few dark whiskers on my chin and my bikini line seemed to migrate down my legs at an alarming rate), and probably worst of all, I became reclusive and my mind would wander into very dark places! I wound up switching to Gianvi (which I have been on for about 7 months now), and my bikini line has thinned back out as well as my hair regaining its sheen and a new crop of baby hairs all over my scalp. I apologize for the long post, but I only want to give you a full picture of my experience. Perhaps loryna may be alright for some ladies who want a contraceptive that will clear up their acne. I'm sure that if a hormonally healthy woman were to take it, things might be different. I have PCOS, so I don't make nearly enough of my own estrogen, making me a good candidate for this type of synthetic estrogen. If you have a similar problem, my experience leads me to suggest trying Gianvi first if you can't afford yaz. My Gynecologist said that loryna has inavtive ingredients that may cause a much quicker absorbtion in some women possibly causing spikes of high testosterone, even though the active ingredients are identical. If you're worried about side effects, keep in mind it is best to stay active and hydrated while on yaz.Read More Read Less

I have been on Loryna for going on 3 years now. I have gained no weight, it has actually helped my acne(besides the usual PMS breakouts), and it has not affected my health over all. I really love this birth control. It is easy to use, and it has been extremely effective. Once your body gets used to it your period will only last 2-3 days. Which is awesome! I would recommend.

The only reason I am giving this a low rating in satisfaction is because it's causing cystic acne all around my nose and on my forehead. I've been taking it for a few weeks and it's only getting worse. I've tried washing my face more but nothing helps. Since its cystic they pimples can't be popped either. They just look disgusting and it's been diminishing my confidence since I've been on this pill.

this has been awful for me Have bad cramps which effects me mentally

First time I took this pill it was incredible! My skin cleared almost instantly. My skin was the best it's ever looked and stayed like that for a year until I went off. I decided to go off because I didn't like the constant flood of fake hormones in my body or the loss of my sex drive. What I found when I went off is that my skin broke out BAD. On the plus side my sex drive did come back in full force! My skin is so important to me though so I decided to go back on. I am 2 months in and my skin still looks crazy but I'm hoping it will even out by 3 months like everyone says. Right now I'm seeing skin doctors, staying healthy, and waiting for my hormones to even back out. Wish me luck :) I hoped I helped you guys out!!Read More Read Less

I had good results with Yaz, Beyaz and Gianvi, but when I switched to Loryna as the generic for Yaz, my acne worsened. I always have mood changes with my period, but the changes to my skin have been terrible in the three pill packs I've been taking it. Acne disappeared on Yaz, Beyaz and Gianvi. On Loryna, acne came back with a vengeance. I've had large cystic acne along my jawline, cheeks and chin since being on Loryna, and I don't understand why doctors and pharmaceutical makers allow this drug to be a substitute for Yaz. It's ridiculous what we have to put up with as women, the lack of medical attention and solutions to health problems! Filling out this review in the hopes people will remove this drug from their formularies!!Read More Read Less

This was my first birth control I have ever used. In terms of effectiveness and ease I think it's as easy as it gets. BUT it has turned me into a different person I have extreme mood swings, I cry at anything from a dog commercial to something that's actually sad. My anxiety is also crazy. Since it was my first birth control I thought I was just going through something and my body was changing, but after reading all the symptoms and most common symptoms I am most certain this is what is causing it. I'm changing or going natural literally today. Read More Read Less

Ok-I never leave reviews but felt that I needed to take a minute and write this quick review. about 1.5 ago I got off my birth control (Diane 35) because I thought "This can't be good for me-I've been on it for 10 years, since I was 20. My skin went thru hell, literally. I am 31 and had the worst skin of my life. Embarrassing, painful cystic acne everywhere on my face-like I never had before, not even in my teens. I've seen multiple dermatologists and tried antibiotics and topical creams, nothing worked. Then I went to my lady checkup and asked my doctor for help. She prescribed me Loryna in October and I was starting to see results about 2 months into treatment. Now, almost 5 months later my skin has been cleared for solid two months, looks better than ever before. Sometimes, I wear no makeup, I know, and BB cream is all I need on most days. I was so discouraged after reading some reviews when I got on this bc. Please know that it can help. Again, for me was a miracle. Definitely worth a try. Only side effect, now I get two day headache with my period but I'll take that anytime over embarrassing cystic acne. Read More Read Less

I just started taking this pill and now that I know after reading some reviews that I'm not going crazy!! I have terrible nausea, bloating, and my emotions can change in the span of a half a second -- I can go from being okay to just completely bitter and rude to crying uncontrollably the next. I hate it. I thought there was something wrong with me. I've stopped immediately. I just want a pill where my cramps aren't ridiculously painful and my period is actually regular so I know when it's coming. Read More Read Less

I have been on Loryna for five months, and It's worked well for me. I started taking it mainly because of my acne, which it has helped. I no longer get major breakouts when I get my period, or any other time during the month. I have experienced some breast tenderness, but no weight gain, spotting, or significant mood changes.

I was on gianvi and was switched in March 2015 to this pill because the Gianvi was $60 with my insurance and the Loryna was free. I had no problems with the Gianvi. But with the Loryna I began to gain weight, become bloated, I had no energy and was tired all day. I gained 25 pounds in 7 months and never gained weight the 3 years I was on Gianvi. I would not recommend Loryna to anyone.

This is my first experience with birth control, I've passed the trial period with it (3 months) and everything is going just fine. I take it at the same time every day, never skipping doses and so far no bad side-effects! At first I had some breast tenderness and I was a bit moody, but once I'd been on the pill a full month, things went back to normal and I'm feeling and acting like myself again. Importantly, I'm also not pregnant, so it works for this intended use. My advice is really make sure you're consistently taking the pill at the same time every day, set an alarm if you have to, but forgetting and having to take one late/take two on one day can cause some nasty side effects, though they're nothing to panic about and should go away. Read More Read Less

Switched from Beyaz to Loryna after my pharmacy told me Beyaz was back ordered for months. It's been 4 months now and I'm experiencing the worst acne I've ever had. No weight gain, but I also work out and eat well. I have cystic acne all over my cheeks and jawline. Previously, I suffered from moderate adult acne, but Loryna has ruined my skin. Period is super light but I do spot occasionally. Not used to that. Switching to Gianvi and hoping for the best.

I have always had an acne problem and I was too old for it. After some blood work I have a hormonal problem and was prescribed for Yaz. At the time I didn't know my doctor would automatically send it it a pharmacy which I had picked at random (CVS) because I never go. Instead I got loryna with my insurance, as with the rest of the reviews, I have been bloated, always hungry, boobs sore, my low drive became non existent, I gained weight, been tired all the time, more moody, my stomach is always hurting from cramps, my lower back is killing me, been having diarrhea, and toto it all off this was supposed to regulate my periods which I spotted, I have most likely been getting those minor yeast infections which I never had in my life, and it made my acne worse! It got rid of my large painful cyst like pimples but i have even more pimples than before and in other places i never get them. If you are prescribed something for the first time, just give me what the doctor ordered because now I don't know if the formula is wrong or if it is just this brand. I am starting month 2 and I hope this levels out, if this continues I do not think I will ever want to try birth control again. When I was 19 whatever one I was on made me bleed for a month back then and made me really crazy. I would rather deal with my high testosterone levels rather than take this if these symptoms continue which they appear to for many reviewers.Read More Read Less

I like many others was on giavani and absolutely loved it worked great for my skin,mood, and regular periods life was good. Then cvs gave me loryna which after they told me it was the same I just believed them and started my pack like usual. Little did I kno that it was going to be a big mistake my skin started getting small break outs again and after having perfect clear skin on giavani I was so frustrated but they were small break outs so I just lived with them my sex drive was little to non I was miserable ! After 2 plus years of taking loryna I finally had enough! There are more bad reviews about this drug then good why is it on the market still and all I have to say to anyone thinking of taking this type of birth control please read all of these reviews and seriously reconsider another type of birth control and don't make the same mistake I did and get off it now ! Read More Read Less

I am thuroughly pleased with this medicine so far. It is my third month taking these pills and I have to disagree with a lot of these reviews. I have not experienced any weight gain, acne, delayed/missed periods. In fact, I have taken 3 different pills prior to this and it happens to be my favorite one. I have my personality and good mood back, my skin is cleared, and I am not pregnant so I really cannot complain. Before judging your decision whether or not you should take this pill based on other reviews, give this a shot. Everyone's body reacts differently. This could be the perfect fit for you!Read More Read Less

I've been on Loryna for about a year and a half now. My doctor prescribed it to treat my PMDD, and it has done wonders! I have noticed a slight drop in my labido, but nothing extreme. All in all, I've had a great experience with this product, however, it's the only BC I've ever taken, so I have nothing to compare it to.