"i was switched to this medication after finding out that gildess fe 1.5/30 had been recalled. i feel so much better on this pill compared to gildess. i&#039;ve been taking blisovi for about 8 months and have periods that are light and last 2-4 days. cramping is more mild compared to not being on birth control while the bloating i have in my lower body before periods is comparable to not taking birth control. i experience slight breast tenderness toward the end of the pill pack and headaches for a couple days when beginning a new pack. all the side effects i have had are mild and easier to deal with than not taking birth control, plus it prevents pregnancy."