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 2482 reviews for the combined pill, 101 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 18 mo - 3 yr
23 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  2 days ago

This was the absolute perfect pill for me. I had no side effects other than slightly sore breasts in the first couple of months.

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Lost weight

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Used for 1 - 3 mo
19 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1 month ago

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

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0 comments

Used for 3 - 6 mo
22 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  22nd Jun 24

I noticed no side effects on this pill and was pleased with my experience


Increased sex drive

1 more effect

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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


Possible the combined pill side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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