Which pill to take?

iVillage Member
Registered: 12-08-2003
Which pill to take?
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Fri, 07-23-2004 - 9:05am
I stopped taking estrostep because of dry eyes. Does this mean I need more, or less, estrogen in my next pill? I also have a very weak stomach, and could not take Alesse because it made me really naseaus.

I took estrostep for two and a half years. It was Ok for awhile but lately my eyes got very dry. My skin was dry too.

I ask the gyno for advice but they don't seem to have a clue. Please help- I don't want an accidental pregnancy, and right now my DH and I are being celibate because I'm not on the pill. NOT fun!! I need advice ASAP.

iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 07-25-2004 - 12:02am
Hi penguins24, welcome!

I think your problem may have had more to do with the type or amount of progestin in your pill. You might want to talk with your doctor about a pill with a progestin of a different family than the one in Estrostep. Cl-judie_rae will be better able to advise you on this problem. I hope you find a pill that works well for you. You’ll let us know how you’re doing, right?

Good luck,

      Jill