"was on for 4 months or so... it was ok. i didn&#039;t have any of the &quot;common&quot; side affects and my mood was good. my period was light with minimal cramps and pms. but-- i lost my libido completely and felt that i gained more weight on my thighs (and cellulite) despite eating healthy and working out-- never had this problem previously. i am having the iud skyla put in tomorrow. my doctor said that this should be &quot;it&quot;. minastrin may work for other women but the no sex drive and weight gain was enough for me to throw in the towel."