Dianette pill and spotting

How our community feel dianette pill has affected their periods

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Lighter

44%

No change

27%

Don't know

9%

Out of the 45 reviews for dianette pill, 4 people (9%) reported spotting.

Reviewers that reported spotting as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Used for 3 - 6 mo
28 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  6 days ago

I have been put on Dianette to assist with hirsutism, endometriosis and acne. It has helped with acne. I unfortunately have seen no change in endometriosis symptoms or hirsutism. I have experienced a massive increase in weight, particularly face, arms, stomach which has really impacted my confidence.

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Somewhat negative mood

3 more effects

0 helpful

0 comments

Used for 1 - 3 mo
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  11th Jan 24

Helped my oily cystic acne skin a LOT already and only been using for 2 months. Already feel less like a greasy chip pan. However during pill free week I’ve been getting horrendous uterine aching and cramping, feels so sore. Hoping it’ll settle


Somewhat negative mood

1 more effect

0 helpful

1 comments

Used for 6 - 12 mo
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  10th Jul 23

Really good experience. No negative side effects, easy to take, enjoying having more control over my periods and slightly less body hair.


Top side effects not reported

1 helpful

0 comments

Dianette pill common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

58% of dianette pill reviewers reported breast enlargement

44% of dianette pill reviewers reported tender breasts

31% of dianette pill reviewers reported vaginal dryness

27% of dianette pill reviewers reported headaches

24% of dianette pill reviewers reported period like cramps


Possible dianette pill side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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