"i have been taking viorele for a little over two years. i started out with a prescription for kariva but cvs gave me the generic version which is viorele. i was really impressed at first because my face was very clear and my horrible cramps and back aches from my period went away. after a few months i gained 20 pounds and 2 cup sizes and became very depressed and anxious. i did not know that viorele was the cause of this until i went to my doctor. i just switched to a different birth control and i am waiting to see if there is a difference. overall this was great for acne and cramping but the depression and weight gain was not worth it."