"i was taking this pill for several years and had a good experience with it. my periods were only for 3 days, if that. sometimes, i hardly bled. my dr. prescribed this to me because i had irregular menstrual cycles. while i was on the medication, my acne improved, i hardly had any breakouts, i barely experienced cramps, and i had a shortened period. it worked very well for me but apparently, they&#039;ve discontinued this product. minastrin 24 fe is apparently the bio-equivalent. i have yet to try that product or any new pills."