Progestogen-only / Mini pill and weight gaining
How our community feel progestogen-only / Mini pill has affected their weight
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
44%
Don't know
16%
Out of the 1388 reviews for progestogen-only / Mini pill, 491 people (35%) reported weight gaining.
Reviewers that reported weight gaining as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 3 - 6 mo
24 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 2 weeks ago
I tried the mini pill after experiencing migraines after 6 years on the combined pill. First I tried Zelleta which gave me such low mood and tearful all the time, as well as constant spotting. I wanted to try Norgeston as the synthetic hormone is different. My mood definitely improved (although a little more anxious) and I’ve had no spotting, but my periods are so irregular, really close together and so heavy I can get through more than 3 pads a day. I’ve had 2 periods a month for the last few months and will end up with an iron deficiency at this rate! Running out of options
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 8+ yr
33 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 3rd May 25
I would HIGHLY recommend this contraception. In my opinion it is one of the best, if not the best and has worked for me 100%
Somewhat positive mood
2 more effects
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
36 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 24th Apr 25
I’ve gained some weight but I don’t think it was the pill alone, other factors such as other medication and enjoying food are at play! I’ve enjoyed having a regular cycle (still ovulating) with less intense highs and lows emotionally but no impact to libido. Has been helpful for PMS overall. Some side effects are headaches and tender/larger breasts. I’ve adjusted the 3 hour window to take this pill a few times with ease too.
Somewhat positive mood
1 more effect
0 helpful
0 comments
Progestogen-only / Mini pill common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
50% of progestogen-only / Mini pill reviewers reported tender breasts
46% of progestogen-only / Mini pill reviewers reported period like cramps
42% of progestogen-only / Mini pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge
40% of progestogen-only / Mini pill reviewers reported breast enlargement
37% of progestogen-only / Mini pill reviewers reported vaginal dryness