Combined pill and weight loss
How our community feel the combined pill has affected their weight
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
48%
Don't know
17%
Out of the 2503 reviews for the combined pill, 102 people (4%) reported weight loss.
Reviewers that reported weight loss as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 6 - 12 mo
33 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 10th Oct 24
I was prescribed this by a gynecologist to treat PMDD. It has worked amazingly, my mood has been very stable since I started it 10 months ago. My symptoms are gone, my energy levels are normal, I’ve been more patient with the kids. The only issues are hair loss when I started (which sorted itself out after a few months), low sex drive (but it was low any way). The only issue is the slight clotting risk due to oestrogen, it fills me with fear. It is supposed to be lower than other combined pills but due to my age and other risk factors it concerns me. I am considering trying Slynd to see if it has a similar effect, but I’d happily go back to this if need be. A very good pill!
Very positive mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
23 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 16th Sep 24
This was the absolute perfect pill for me. I had no side effects other than slightly sore breasts in the first couple of months.
Lost weight
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 1 - 3 mo
19 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 27th Aug 24
This is the third pill I’ve tried and I’ve finally found one I want to stay on. I lost weight, my skin cleared up, my bra size has gone up in cup in 3 months, I’m much calmer on this pill I’m someone who is neurodivergent which causes me lots of anxiety and this pill has made me a lot more optimistic and relaxed. Only been on it 3 months if anything changes I’ll update!
Very positive mood
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Combined pill common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
53% of the combined pill reviewers reported tender breasts
48% of the combined pill reviewers reported breast enlargement
47% of the combined pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge
44% of the combined pill reviewers reported period like cramps
39% of the combined pill reviewers reported vaginal dryness