"in my 20&#039;s i used several kinds of birth control, and this had the least side effects, so i stayed on it for about 5 years, then went off birth control and became pregnant. after pregnancy my obgyn put me back on this birth control (9 years ago, age 28; used various brands based on insurance) and overall i didn&#039;t experience any negative side effects. it keeps my period regular (as long as i am consistent with taking my prescription on time each day), and i don&#039;t have acne issues.  i did gain a few pounds when i went back on it, but that is typical with any birth control. the only thing i have noticed in the last year (age 37 now) is some heavier periods and some cramps i didn&#039;t have before, but that may be due to my age. hope this is useful."