"first birth control medication i have ever been on, and it has turned out to be the worst experience for me! i got on it for heavy periods, which it has helped, but the side effects are not worth having a light flow for me! i have gained 20 pounds at least from this in two months (how is that even possible?), i have constant headaches and stomach cramps, and frequent diarrhea. also, i have never had a problem with acne in my life. i got on this, and within a month, my face is breaking out like crazy! needless to say, i am officially scared of contraceptives and i will just take my week long heavy, painful periods for the rest of my life."