Anyone switch from Tri-Cyclen to Cyclen?
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Anyone switch from Tri-Cyclen to Cyclen?
| Tue, 04-20-2004 - 1:34pm |
I've been on Ortho Tri Cyclen for about 8 years. I've recently had some spotting and my doctor wants to switch me to Cyclen. I've done some research, and both are almost identical except the dosing is even throughout the cycle as opposed to varying between weeks. The hormones are the same, and the amounts are almost exact (progestin is slightly higher for two weeks, about .07 MG).
Has anyone else switched from tri to cyclen and if so, what was your experience? My main concern is the control of my acne, which I've been always very happy with on tri cyclen. My doctor said it should be fine since they are so similar, but I was just wondering what anyone else experienced.
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| Tue, 04-20-2004 - 6:04pm |
I used ortho tri cyclen for a long time. I switched to Ortho Tri Cyclen LO, bled like crazy for 3 months, and now I'm on Ortho Cyclen. I hate it, to be honest with you. I have gained 5 pounds, I feel hungrier, I have lost my sex drive, I'm moody (not as happy, cry more often), and my acne is back (or worse). I am in my second cycle of it, and I am ready to get back on Ortho Tri Cyclen. Maybe it will work for you, but I don't like it! Hope I helped!
