Mini pill and weight gaining
How our community feel mini pill has affected their weight
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
44%
14%
Don't know
6%
Out of the 36 reviews for mini pill, 13 people (36%) reported weight gaining.
Reviewers that reported weight gaining as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 12 - 18 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
• 2 weeks ago
I had break through bleeding for about the first 4 months. After my period stopped completely. I'm a bit more tired, but no depression or mood swings.
Improved skin
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
25 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 2 weeks ago
I do have a heart problem hence as to why my obgyn has switched me to a progestin only bc. I do like that i dont get my period anymore but i HATE the vaginal dryness. Im considering moving on to something else because i cant take it anymore honestly.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
39 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 10th Oct 25
I gained weight on slynd when I stopped nursing my baby. I gained weight in areas I normally don't gain weight in despite dieting and intense workouts. Weight is not really coming off despite being off the birth control.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
1 helpful
0 comments
Mini pill common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Headaches
50% of mini pill reviewers reported headaches
Tender breasts
42% of mini pill reviewers reported tender breasts
Breast enlargement
36% of mini pill reviewers reported breast enlargement
Period like cramps
36% of mini pill reviewers reported period like cramps
Vaginal discharge
31% of mini pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge

