Marvelon pill and weight gaining

How our community feel marvelon pill has affected their weight

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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48%

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17%

Out of the 84 reviews for marvelon pill, 27 people (32%) reported weight gaining.

Reviewers that reported weight gaining as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Used for 3 - 5 yr
23 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  6 days ago

I have tried about 4 different types of birth control. This one is the only one that has not made be spot for months at a time. This is the first time in my life I have a normal 5-7 day period once a month. My cystic acne has also improved a lot. My boobs did get bigger and it’s more difficult to maintain my weight but with more effort the weight gain is only minimal. Cramps were only bad the first couple months starting it. I also get a headache the entire time I am on my 7 days off the pill. I also get depressed close to my period. Overall the side effects are bad but better than any other I’ve tried and it actually regulates my cycle. I can’t wait until I’m old enough to get my tubes tied because I am over pumping my body with hormones

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Improved skin

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Used for 1 - 3 mo
21 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  26th May 25

Overall, Haven’t noticed any changes to mood, it’s definitely made me gain a little bit of weight. However, My period i had when coming off the pill was in one word…. Excruciating. I’ve never had bad period cramps but with this pill my period came out in massive blood clots and it was very very painful.


Somewhat positive mood

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Used for 6 - 12 mo
32 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  10th Jan 25

Overall good but feel like unable to lose weight and slight dizziness.


Improved skin

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Marvelon pill common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

51% of marvelon pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge

49% of marvelon pill reviewers reported breast enlargement

46% of marvelon pill reviewers reported period like cramps

44% of marvelon pill reviewers reported tender breasts

37% of marvelon pill reviewers reported vaginal dryness


Possible marvelon pill side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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