"i was on loestrin 24 fe for 3 years with no problems. i loved it. my periods lasted less than 2 days, cleared my skin, and i didn&#039;t gain weight. then i was forced to switch to minastrin, which is supposedly the same pill, but just chewable. it&#039;s been a terrible experience. i&#039;ve had a chronic yeast infection straight through the 3 months i&#039;ve been on it and it won&#039;t respond to any prescription medication. i&#039;ve also had severe cramps during my period and acne. there is no way this medication is the same and i want loestrin back."