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Dretine pill reviews

2.8

15 reviews

Dretine pill has an average rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars from a total of 15 reviews when used as a contraceptive. These are self-reported reviews where users of Dretine pill review their satisfaction with this contraceptive and any side effects they feel they experienced whilst using.
The Dretine pill is a combined pill with a standard dose of oestrogen and a progestogen called drospirenone. It can be used to treat acne, mood problems, and some symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and some research has also linked it to increased sexual enjoyment. Compared with other combined pills, it has a slightly increased risk of blood clots and is also a more expensive than other options like Microgynon and Rigevidon, therefore it's usually not prescribed as a first choice option.

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91% - 99+%

Effectiveness

Increased

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None

Effect on fertility

Dretine pill

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2.8

15 reviews

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
26 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  2 weeks ago

Dretine pill  

This is the worst thing I’ve ever done and I’m not exaggerating. Constantly up and down with my emotions, although mostly down and uncontrollable crying a lot of the time. Had a huge panic attack 2 weeks in, had to call 111 as I thought I was having a heart attack. Made me binge endlessly and uncontrollably. Made my muscles ache and made me more susceptible to injuries, and as a regular gymgoer, it significantly affected my training and fitness and I couldn’t understand why, but the longer I was on it, the worse I felt. Decided to come off after 2 months. Would HIGHLY recommend avoiding this pill. It really? really did not agree with me.

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Very negative mood

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

Dretine pill  

I went on this pill to sort out mood swings before my period and it absolutely sorted that out. I only took it for about 3 months though, because I had some dizziness and nausea while I was on it at random times which was bearable but not enjoyable so I switched to a different pill. I now take Milinette 20/75 and the lower oestrogen dose (20 vs. 30 with dretine) sorted out the nausea.


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Combined pill  
Used for 12 - 18 mo
20 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1st Dec 25

Dretine pill  

This has by far been the best pill for me I love how confident and comfortable I feel


Very positive mood

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Combined pill  
Used for 3 - 5 yr
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  12th Jul 25

Dretine pill  

My boobs have got so much bigger but my skin it completely cleared my awful awful acne and I have the clearest skin now.


Improved skin

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
43 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  18th Jun 25

Dretine pill  

Low mood, caused depression anxiety and lethargy


Very negative mood

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Combined pill  
Used for 3 - 6 mo
19 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  30th Mar 25

Dretine pill  

Cleared my skin up really well after suffering with acne for years. Thought I’d found the perfect pill until it made me feel severely depressed and constant mood swings. I have been taking this pill for 7 months and no improvement on mood just cleared my skin well


Somewhat negative mood

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
21 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  23rd Mar 25

Dretine pill  

I was initially prescribed Yasmin to help with low moods/depression before my period. However, I was then switched to Dretine without explanation and told it was the same as Yasmin. Since taking it, my mood has been all over the place- very sensitive, sad, depression-like feelings, anxiety/overthinking a lot more than usual. I'm switching back to Yasmin as I had a positive experience with it in the first place.


Very negative mood

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
21 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  7th Feb 25

Dretine pill  

I was initially really scared to start taking Dretine, but now that I’m on my fifth packet, I’m so glad I did. My mild hormonal acne completely cleared up after taking two packets, and since then, my skin has been super clear. I still get the occasional pimple, but it’s rare, small, and not inflamed at all. It’s made such a positive difference, and I feel so much more confident in my skin!


Very positive mood

1 more effect

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
21 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  14th Jan 25

Dretine pill  

It’s okay. The positive is that my cramps are less. I experienced thrush for the first time in my life. I am more weepy but not depressed. I have acne on my lower face after a few weeks that is starting to clear now and I can see my hair is thinning. I also feel very sleepy on this so I am planning to change.


Somewhat negative mood

1 more effect

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Combined pill  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  12th Nov 24

Dretine pill  

I’ve been taking this for over a month and I’ve had terrible skin, I’ve never had spots in my life and I’ve got so many. I’ve also rarely ever had thrush, which I have now read is a common side effect. Also some hair loss. Not a great pill at all, have stopped taking completely.


Very negative mood

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Dretine pill benefits

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Acne or bad skin

Heavy periods

PCOS symptoms

Period pain

PMS and PMDD

Dretine pill ingredients

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Medium oestrogen

Anti-Androgenic progestogen

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