"i have been on lo loestrin fe for about 3 months now and i have not had the greatest experience with it. first off, i was getting 2 periods a month, one being in the middle of the second week and the other during the week i was supposed to, and both periods were extremely painful and heavy. i told my doctors of my troubles and she ensured me that it would probably get better and to give it a couple more months before switching. it has gotten a little bit better but i ended up having to switch anyways because my insurance doesn&#039;t cover this medication since it is not generic! other than the 2 periods a month, i did not gain weight or breakout but it did take me forever to adjust so good luck to anyone who goes on this pill!"