"i have been on a yaz/yasmin generic for about 1 1/2 years now. i originally started taking it to deal with constant and stubborn acne, which it slightly improved. once i started taking spironolactone to supplement the birth control, acne ceased completely. however, the weight gain, bloating and insatiable appetite i have experienced on this birth control pill is intolerable enough that i have decided to stop taking it. since i was already on an antidepressant, i didn&#039;t experience the common mood swings associated with this pill. i would caution future users to keep close track of their weight and drink tons of water to curb the bloated look, but that can only do so much. for acne, i recommend just trying spiro."