Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"Overall I have had a pretty good, kindoff mixed experience with Lo Loestrin. The side effects weren't too extreme. Like others said, I've had random spotting here and there that gets annoying, I have definitely noticed breast tenderness and swelling (I've always had bigger breasts, lost some weight last year and was finally down to a smaller cup, only to now be back to a somewhat bigger size). I've  been a little more on the emotional side but nothing overly noticeable or crazy. Haven't lost my sex drive but sometimes experience vaginal dryness which had never been a problem in the past. The biggest pro is a SUPER light period which is amazing and the #1 reason I've stayed on it. Don't let bad reviews scare you away, try it out for yourself"