Mini pill vs Birth control implant
Mini pill ingredients
Main hormones in Mini pill
progestin
Birth control implant ingredients
Main hormones in Birth control implant
What Lowdown reviewers say
24% very positive
35% stopped periods
41% no impact
53% no impact
53% no impact on skin
33% in 1 month
31% no impact on mood
56% spotting
42% lost sex drive
42% gained weight
39% no impact on skin
75% don’t know impact
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Real life reviews from people like you
Mini pill reviews
17 reviews
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
38 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 3 weeks ago
10/10 highly recommend. Stopped my periods which increased my quality of life!
Very positive mood
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 1 - 3 mo
25 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 30th Aug 24
I just feel as if Norinthdrone isn’t agreeing with me but this is my second time being prescribed this particular birthcontrol for my Endo since it’s progestin only and I’m trying to make it work to be healthy and no get pregnant but it’s really taking a toll on me and my new marriage…I don’t know if I should stay and deal with the side effects and Endo or get off of it and deal with Endo pain and maybe a pregnancy.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
14 years old
🇺🇸 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
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
38 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 3 weeks ago
10/10 highly recommend. Stopped my periods which increased my quality of life!
Very positive mood
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 1 - 3 mo
25 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 30th Aug 24
I just feel as if Norinthdrone isn’t agreeing with me but this is my second time being prescribed this particular birthcontrol for my Endo since it’s progestin only and I’m trying to make it work to be healthy and no get pregnant but it’s really taking a toll on me and my new marriage…I don’t know if I should stay and deal with the side effects and Endo or get off of it and deal with Endo pain and maybe a pregnancy.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
14 years old
🇺🇸 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
0 helpful
0 comments
Birth control implant reviews
36 reviews
Used for 6 - 12 mo
37 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 4 days ago
I didn't even want the IUD but my doctor kept pushing it so I just gave in and then after my surgery to get rid of my fibroids, I got constant night sweats EVERY NIGHT. I reported the side effects but they only suggested that I have diabetes or a thyroid problem. I did the tests, negative. Then they said they would give me a lower dose. I told them to take it out. Had to have another doctor to remove it.
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 5 yr
28 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 22nd Jun 24
To start, I gained about 20 pounds. My periods were sometimes non existent and then I would have a two week period, then two days of no bleeding, followed by another two week period. After a while the implant migrated in my arm and started to cause aches whenever I exercised. I could handle most side effects but the real issue was low libido. The implant made me actively avoid sex and even be a little repulsed by it. It definitely hurt my relationship. I did love the security of it and how little I had to worry about getting pregnant.
Decreased sex drive
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 8+ yr
30 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 21st Jun 24
I am approaching the removal date for my 3rd nexplanon. I’m researching alternative non hormonal options but may just go with another nexplanon as it has been nothing but positive for me for nearly a decade. I decided to leave this review to remind anyone reading that while reviews and the experiences of others are important, everyone is different and will react to birth control methods differently. The nexplanon has been extremely reliable for me with little to no noticeable negative reactions and it could be for you too.
Top side effects not reported
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 6 - 12 mo
37 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 4 days ago
I didn't even want the IUD but my doctor kept pushing it so I just gave in and then after my surgery to get rid of my fibroids, I got constant night sweats EVERY NIGHT. I reported the side effects but they only suggested that I have diabetes or a thyroid problem. I did the tests, negative. Then they said they would give me a lower dose. I told them to take it out. Had to have another doctor to remove it.
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 5 yr
28 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 22nd Jun 24
To start, I gained about 20 pounds. My periods were sometimes non existent and then I would have a two week period, then two days of no bleeding, followed by another two week period. After a while the implant migrated in my arm and started to cause aches whenever I exercised. I could handle most side effects but the real issue was low libido. The implant made me actively avoid sex and even be a little repulsed by it. It definitely hurt my relationship. I did love the security of it and how little I had to worry about getting pregnant.
Decreased sex drive
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 8+ yr
30 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 21st Jun 24
I am approaching the removal date for my 3rd nexplanon. I’m researching alternative non hormonal options but may just go with another nexplanon as it has been nothing but positive for me for nearly a decade. I decided to leave this review to remind anyone reading that while reviews and the experiences of others are important, everyone is different and will react to birth control methods differently. The nexplanon has been extremely reliable for me with little to no noticeable negative reactions and it could be for you too.
Top side effects not reported
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 5 - 8 yr
26 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 13th Jun 24
Somewhat positive mood
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 12 - 18 mo
22 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 5th Apr 24
This is a good birth control compared to the other options. I previously tried the patches and it gave me an allergic reaction. Anyways, It was uncomfortable when they first insert the implant into your arm but then you get used to it. I will say that it is different for everyone but for me it has given me more acne spots, regulatted my periods, and given me more facial hair. Those being the only cons.
Worse skin
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 6 - 12 mo
19 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 29th Mar 24
This birth control severely impacted my mental and physical health. This includes anxiety, depression, pelvic pain, irregular periods, heavy periods, spotting, headaches, laziness, grogginess, etc. Please do your research! Speak with a doctor you trust or multiple! Lastly, please consider if birth control is worth the side effects.
Very negative mood
2 more effects
2 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
30 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 19th Mar 24
I liked the first two years and now I have weird symptoms, on the flip side it could be a couple of other things
Worse skin
2 more effects
2 helpful
0 comments
Used for 12 - 18 mo
17 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 17th Mar 24
Know your body and know what’s going into you. Do your research and know the risks!
Very negative mood
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 5 yr
34 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 13th Mar 24
I like the efficacy and not worrying about pregnancy. I dislike the mood effects and weight gain.
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
32 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 12th Mar 24
While I did not get pregnant, the side effect of bleeding so continuously made it difficult to do daily things and enjoy anything because I was constantly needing to ensure I had supplies with me as well as discomfort, irritation, and rawness.
Somewhat negative mood
1 helpful
0 comments
Don’t keep it on the DL.Put it on the LD.
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