Contraception Reviews

Mini pill and lighter periods

How our community feel mini pill has affected their periods

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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7%

Out of the 31 reviews for mini pill, 6 people (19%) reported lighter periods.

Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Mini pill  
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
37 years old
🇺🇸 US
  •  15th Aug 25

Mini pill  

I am on Slynd for heavy period and clotting. It stopped the heaviness and clotting. I do have some dryness in my mouth and apparently my vagina. It may have contributed to acne but not sure.

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Somewhat positive mood

2 more effects

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Used for 1 - 3 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
  •  16th Apr 25

Really love it! I can skip my periods, don't experience migraines and my acne cleared up!


Improved skin

1 more effect

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Used for 3 - 6 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
  •  3rd Aug 24

I’m on Desorex and I’ve had no changes to my body at all or no life threatening things (e.g. blood clots). I feel the same and i’d definitely recommend if you’ve spoken to your GP or sexual health clinic about family history!


Very positive mood

2 more effects

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Mini pill common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

1

Headaches

55% of mini pill reviewers reported headaches

2

Tender breasts

42% of mini pill reviewers reported tender breasts

3

Breast enlargement

39% of mini pill reviewers reported breast enlargement

4

Period like cramps

39% of mini pill reviewers reported period like cramps

5

Vaginal discharge

36% of mini pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge


Possible mini pill side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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