"xulane has been effective as far as keeping me from getting pregnant. however, i have an appointment with my obgyn to switch to a new method asap. i was on ortho evra for about 14 years and absolutely loved it. i experienced no side effects. when i was switched by my insurance to xulane, the symptoms have multiplied. started with lack of sex drive and intermittent bleeding. more recently, the cramps have become debilitating and i have them 2-3 weeks a month. i feel bloated all the time these days. and upon reading everyone else&#039;s reviews, i am beginning to wonder if these extra 5-10 lbs are the result of this medicine as well since i haven&#039;t been eating anymore calories than normal."