Lowdown26183

Joined at November 2022

9th Nov 22
Dianette pill

Was prescribed this pill as I struggled with acne after using Microgynon. Dianette cleared my acne, and I didn’t have any other major problems with it, however, due to the increased risk of blood clots I was recommended by my doctor to stop them.

 
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Time used

6 - 12 months

Stopped using

{2}

Impact whilst using

Mood

Very positive

Skin

Improved

Sex drive

No change

Weight

No change

Bleeds

No change

Don't know

Other side effects whilst using
 Headaches
Experience coming off Dianette pill

After stopping the pill I am now losing a lot of hair. Hair loss started 2-3 months after stopping all contraceptives, and has increased since. did get some spots, not as bad as when I was on Microgynon

Impact after using

Mood

No change

Skin

Got worse

Sex drive

Increased

Weight

No change

Cycle return to normal

I don't know / can't tell

Other side effects after using
Hair loss
Tender breasts
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