"i have been taking this birth control for a few years now and have never had any issues with it other than my body getting used to it during the first month. i have mild cramps on my period, and my period usually only lasts about 2-3 days.. and it is also very light. i don&#039;t use tampons or pads on my period, only a panty liner is necessary. i gained no weight, had no mood swings, or any other side effects birth control normally gives. this has been the only birth control i&#039;ve ever taken, and i will continue to take it. my only issue with it is that i pay about 23 dollars a month for it (after insurance covers part of it), and i&#039;d like it to be cheaper as many of my friends have."