"i was switched to this pill from ortho tri-cyclen lo automatically as well due to it being the less expensive option. i have not had any problems. my periods still begin on the same day and i have not gained any weight since i have switched  (8 months ago). i can say that i never had cravings before taking tri-sprintec. now the 3rd week of pills i seem much hungrier for things i didn&#039;t eat before."