Ok, I first started bc 6 years ago. I started on the Depo shot and did fine for about 2 1/2 yrs...then I started having constant bleeding and excessive weight gain. Since then (about 3 yrs) I've been on the Nuvaring. Well, I'm 5'8" and weigh about 185 lbs. I've been eating healthy and excercising 3-5 times/wk and can't lose a single pound! Plus the low sex-drive, discharge, mood swings, etc. I've also experienced severe acne that's gotten worse over the last year (something I've never had before). Today, my doc switched me to Ortho-Lo and said I should lose weight and my face should clear in 6 months. If anyone has been on one or the other or both and could give me some extra insight, I wuld really appreciate it!!! :)

Please, someone, give me some experienced insight!!!!

I cant comment on the nuvaring, but I have been on ortho-lo for almost a year now and I really do like this pill. I have been on the regular ortho tri cyclen and gained about 10 lbs, so when I was put on ortho-lo I was worried about the weight gain, but I have done really well, maybe the dreaded 3 lbs but thats all. My face stays very clear and I only get a few minor pimples around that time of the month. My periods last only 3 days and mood swings are minor, not bad at all. I would be very sad if I have to change pills because I have been very satisfied with it. I did spot on and off for the first 3 months, but it did stop in the 4th month, so If you try this pill give it atleast 3 months. Hope this helps.

i've been on the nuva ring for 8 months now and have yet to have a single problem with it....way better than the patch and trying to remember a pill in my opinion

thanks for the help ladies!!! :D

I have been on Ortho-Lo for a month, and I love it so far! Previously I was on Alesse (for 6 months), and I gained 10-15 lbs and was a constant emotional wreck. On Ortho, I think I've allready lost a few lbs, and I'm back to my chipper self. :) Both Alesse and Ortho-lo increased my cup size. Before bcp's, I was a C-cup, and now, after 7 months of bcp's, I'm a D-cup. Everyone's body reacts differently, but I hope you find something that works for you!

I can relate to the lack of sex drive on the Nuvaring. I'm also having funky things going on after trying to come off to get pregnant. I didn't think I'd have so many issues with it being such a low dose. Maybe it's just me! good luck with your decision.