menstrual disorders
"I was 46 when I first started taking Loestrin 24, primarily because my periods were becoming heavier, more irratic, and with more cramping, basically premenopausal symptoms.  I've been taking it for about 4 years now, and I have to say this really took care of all of those issues and as long as I take it every day at about the same time I have no troubles. If I do get offtrack, worst case is a minor yeast infection for a week or so. I totally appreciate the fact that I now have almost no period - just spotting for about 3 days. It also mellowed out my PMS mood swings.  My only gripe is cost as my insurance isn't covering it..  I totally recommend Loestrin 24 FE"