The risks of Dianette are also clearly outlined in the leaflet that comes with it: The British National Formulary, the reference for all drugs, also states that “venous thromboembolism occurs more frequently in women taking [Dianette] than in those taking low-dose oral contraceptive.” The worrying thing is that Angela didn’t suffer from any increased risk of blood clots so Dianette was deemed safe for her. As long as women have been fully informed of the risks associated with this type of medication, they are more than capable of deciding whether or not it is worth the risk. http://mcs.open.ac.uk/nlg/old_projects/pills/corpus/PIL/data/Schering/Dianette/Dianette.html, http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2329609/Dianette-gave-stroke-Fit-healthy-woman-suffered-devastating-stroke-just-29-blames-contraceptive-pill.html?ico=health^headlines, http://www.medicinescomplete.com/mc/bnf/current/PHP4879-combined-hormonal-contraceptives.htm, http://www.medicinescomplete.com/mc/bnf/current/PHP7858-hormone-treatment-for-acne.htm, http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/sex-and-relationships/medicines/dianette.html, It is a big concern. Having a ruptured cyst that landed me in hospital for a week, extreme emotions I cant control, increased weight, aching and tiredness, itchy skin, migraines, no libido, amenorrhoea, fertility problems…. 6'/183cm. Thank you! Plus I have been really moody, paranoid and unmotivated recently, is this to do with dianette? The effects of the stroke still haunt Angela today as she no longer has the use of her left arm, walks with a limp and becomes easily confused. We will continue to provide information that supports healthcare providers and their patients in making informed decisions.” I know a few people who would disagree with this, namely Angela and Shannon’s family. Dispatched From A UK Pharmacy. She wants to spread the word of the risks she has seen first hand working as a med student and researcher for a UK based law firm. Despite all of this, she is still living life to the fullest and it hasn’t stopped her love for skiing and swimming. I have PCOS and took the pill for 5 years. It is common knowledge that no medication comes without side effects, but would you take a pill that had been linked to at least 4 deaths and many more cases of thromboembolisms or blood clots? I researched into it,and am now on ovranette. I put on loads of weight when I hit puberty. Prescriber on Hand. As I’ve mentioned, Dianette is a combined oral contraceptive pill, which means it contains both estrogen (in the form of cyproterone acetate) and progesterone (ethinylestradiol.) What should we do? I work on a stroke ward and DON’T WANT A STROKE. More patient posts reported that Dianette helped them when used for PCOS Doctors attempt to decrease the risk of their patients developing a thromboembolism by only giving Dianette and those OCPs with a high concentration on oestrogen as a last resort. Your treatment sent in plain unmarked packaging. The most important treatment strategy is to address the patient’s diet, activity level, and weight. I mean no disrespect to anyone who’s suffered negative side-effects from these pills but I am getting a bit sick of the fear-mongering in the media related to these brands specifically. It’s nice to see an objectively written article. The weight gain, acne and hair growth (but hair thinning) was too much to bear – I hated myself. The main treatment options are discussed in more detail below. Glug, glug, glug and glug … I forced 2 pints of orange squash down my throat at 2pm today, this is more than I normally drink in a whole day and I felt sick. Again, the anti-androgen hormone in Diane-35 helps regulate the hormonal imbalance and, consequently, may help women with PCOS conceive. Start by taking a pill marked with the correct day of the week. PCOS, March 2017 1 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) Approximately 1 in 5 women have polycystic ovaries. Not sure about the mixture of Dianette and metformin, but the Dianette is excellent for hair growth - and obviously for regulating your cycles. First they put me on … If you have no contraindications it is worth a try. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site. The older I am getting the more side effects i've been getting. I was just wondering if anyone on her could shed a little light on this for me, I came off Dianette/Co-cyprindol in august after almost 10 years of taking it for my PCOS. I wrote a review for dianette on this site a long time ago and feel compelled to write another because I think it might be helpful for some people if I shared my mixed experience of it. Also known as: Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella, Gianvi, Nikki, Syeda, Loryna, Jasmiel, Zarah, Yaela, Melamisa, Lo-Zumandimine, Zumandimine, Kemeya Kyra Drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol has an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from a total of 17 ratings for the treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. How to Use Dianette. Dianette made my skin worse than ever before! Its important to remember that this pill effects everyone differently but if like me you have tried everything else I would say give it a go as long as you are willing to experience the side effects and push through to at least 6 months to see if it can help you! I was just so happy that my skin improved. Dear Juwalker, I'm certain this pill made my symptoms worse. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be managed. if you know better! I am an otherwise healthy adult. Acne prevents people from facing the world and living fully. Before they prescribe it, they ensure that the patient does not have any risk factors that already make them susceptible to blood clots, which include: high blood pressure, previous history of a blood clot, family history of a blood clot, smoking, blood disorders and obesity. As w/all hormonal b ... Just ask the pharmacist to provide a low-dose ocp containing drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol: pharmacological names are universally recognized.We don't have crisanta on our formulary in the us so i can't look it up. I've just been diagnosed with pcos after my period didn't return after my miscarriage. Saying that. Nonprescription Treatments Are Better for Mild and Moderate Cases of Seborrhea since Their Side Effects Are Less Severe. You need to be a member in order to leave a review. I intend to have a baby next year and doctor said I should take the pills to ‘prepare’, I dont think you can comment on wether the risk is worth it unless hou have lived the pcos nightmare. Lifestyle changes. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that affects up to 1 in 10 women. Diane-35 is also often prescribed to women who have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Also I noticed varicose veins in my legs and other side effects like mood swings, anxiety and grumpiness. Also will it be easier to lose weight on Yasmin? Currently using. Step 3: review the result, and maybe amend the . Wow really?! “The review is expected to reach its conclusion in May 2013 following which recommendations will be made for use of theses medicines. The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. The truth is, no one can predict who will suffer from the effects of a drug like Dianette, and it was no one’s fault that Angela and Shannon were part of the unlucky few who did. i was on dianette for about 2 years, then came off it for a while, and i'm back on it again now; i think it does wonders for skin (essentially it is a treatment for acne but as a side effect it acts as the pill, so be careful if unprotected ladies, cos it's not meant for contraception!!) They also suggest that in some respects (Ferriman-Gallwey score and patient self-assessment), it is more efficacious than the standard treatment (Dianette). Diane pills have regular … As a PCOS sufferer this pill is a game changer. It's easy! And it’s FREE! It's poison. YouTube and Instagram are popular places to share, but anywhere is fine :-). This 2.5% benzoyl peroxide treatment is gel-based... Overly dry skin perpetuates the acne cycle... Glycolic Acid (a.k.a. This describes the appearance of the ovaries when they are seen on an ultrasound scan. I'd recommend girls to treat hormonal acne naturally with plant derived anti-androgens and exercise. Thread starter ruthiebusybee; Start date 6 July 2011; R. ruthiebusybee Full Member. In the UK it's not recommended for more than 2 years I believe. Angela was a fit and active 29 year old when she suffered from a massive stroke, which doctors say was due to her PCOS medication Dianette. The British Medical Journal from 2009  shows that OCPs as a whole increase your chances of getting a blood clot by a huge amount: almost 6 times in the 40-50 age group! For more info on the risks of the pill read my post http://pcosdiva.com/2010/09/5-reasons-the-pill-may-not-be-the-answer-to-pcos/. I was pretty reluctant but had been advised by my endometriosis specialist to try Yasmin instead back to back for 3 months at a time. Dianette. Sorry to hear you were depressed. Are There Any Safe and Effective Treatments for Seborrhea (Oily Skin). The changes are fantastic. Does anyone know the pros and cons of this? Favourite … Dianette is only supposed to be used for a short period of time (yasmin is another option), it can also take about 6 months plus to notice any difference as well. Take your Dianette pill at the same time every day. Even as the graph clearly shows, there are progestins that carry even higher risks than the progestins in Diane and Yasmin. The doctor will then council the patient on the risks and ensure they understand them before the treatment is commenced. Mine did get much worse initially but then 2-3 months later dramatically improved. Patient Login. I take microgynon which works well for me. thats so bad I dont care about my beard or acne. She is currently writing on behalf of medical negligence specialist solicitors in London. That can be tough to cope with. Relevance. Experience. I'm proud to provide the truth about acne, based on fully-referenced science, and I'm also proud to recommend a, GOT WORST BEFORE IT GOT BETTER - VERY HONEST REVIEW. and it did nothing for the facial hair. This cannot be stressed enough to the patient. My sister had a DVT after Dianette and I very recently ended up with a clot after Yasmin. Co-cyprindiol [ethinyl estradiol 35 µg + cyproterone actetate 2 mg (CPE/EE), commonly prescribed as Dianette ® in the UK] is an approved and effective treatment for severe acne and hirsutism which has been used in clinical practice for more than 30 years. I feel a lot more confident now and am hoping to stay on it for a bit longer whilst I am in my twenties. If you're considering changing the type of contraception you use, and want to ask others about their experiences with the Mirena, copper coil, Nexplanon or the pill, post here. Copyright © 1996 - 2020 Daniel W. Kern. I’m thinking about it too with my headaches, it cant get good. Have hope. I was prescribed dianette a few years ago for PCOS and acne. Oh my, this got me scared. Guest Post by Niqui Stubbs Niqui is a 4th year medical student with an interest in gynaecology and PCOS. Feeling very SW positive, but feeling a bit pooh about family planning. Angela was a fit and active 29 year old when she suffered from a massive stroke, which doctors say was due to her PCOS medication Dianette. Dianette for pcos A place to discuss contraception and sexual health with other Netmums. PCOS, Dianette and Babies. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome … Are you in USA or UK? I am still for some reason experiencing redness which almost looks like roscaea (especially when i exercise etc) I never use to get this before but I'd take that over acne any day. Here comes the honest part. Diane 35 vs Yasmin . 1 decade ago. Data is kept on our systems, private and is only used by our prescribers.