What are the reviews about Drovelis tablets?

Drovelis is a combined contraceptive containing estetrol and drospirenone. When used correctly, they are characterized by high contraceptive effectiveness. Drovelis contains 24 active tablets and 4 placebo tablets. When using placebo tablets, so-called withdrawal bleeding should occur. During the first few months of using the drug (usually 3 - 6) there may be irregular bleeding and spotting, which is associated with the so-called adaptation period to use the drug: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/111326/drovelis-tabletki-powlekane/ulotka Any drug used may cause side effects, but this does not mean that every patient will experience them. The most commonly reported side effects of Drovelis are, m.in, mood disorders and impaired libido, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, acne, breast pain, painful menstruation, weight fluctuations. If you observe the occurrence of side effects of the drug, I encourage you to report them. Reporting side effects allows you to increase control over medicines available on the market. We wrote about how and why to report side effects in the article: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-i-dlaczego-zglaszac-dzialania-niepozadane I encourage you to read additional materials that may be useful: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/antykoncepcja-hormonalna https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-prawidlowo-stosowac-antykoncepcje https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jakie-leki-oslabiaja-skutecznosc-antykoncepcji

Up to @Alis:

Spotting before starting placebo tablets while taking Drovelis is normal and may occur in some patients.

Scanty spotting, described as mucus with a slight admixture of blood, is usually not a cause for concern. This is often associated with fluctuations in hormone levels in the body. If the spotting is scarce and is not accompanied by other disturbing symptoms, it can be considered normal.

However, if this phenomenon persists or additional symptoms appear, it is recommended to consult the attending physician to rule out possible abnormalities. If you are not able to make a face-to-face visit, I attach a link to the online teleconsultation:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-ginekologiem

I've been taking drovelis for two years. Is it normal that I got spotting (mucus with a slight admixture of blood) before the placebo? I will add that the spotting is scant.

I'm on the 9th day of taking this drug, I started this drug after pregnancy (2 months ago I gave birth), I still have heavy bleeding along with clots, to this bloating, everything itches terribly, my face is the worst, calf pain and generally feeling bad, the doctor said that there may be mood swings in the first month, but I didn't think I wouldn't recommend it so much

Hello, I have tried more pills, but none able to stop me the continuous losses of every day of the month, I tried klaira and also Naomi, but nothing, I was prescribed Drovelis but nothing, it was even worse, continuous bleeding, blocked intestine increase in kg, exaggerated bloating, mood changes, for me very NEGATIVE experience

I've been taking the Droviles for 1 year and 8 months now.
I never had any problems with it at first and considered myself really lucky. However, for a few months (1-2) more and more bleeding has been occurring between them, which is associated with pain... I am now almost at the end of the blister and then stop taking it.

Hello. I started taking Drovelis. Menstruation was throughout 1 pack. Now the 2nd pack has gone and on the 2nd pill the menstruation has ended. I wanted to know, when will they begin again? My husband and I are going on vacation, we would not like to get an unexpected. 🩸

I have been taking Drovelis on the recommendation of my gynecologist for a month and a half. I felt good for the first month, but my period lasted twice as long as usual (two weeks). After that, I didn't have a period for a week, and now I've had heavy bleeding for three days. I went to an emergency center yesterday for this reason. I was prescribed tranexamic acid to stop the bleeding. Unfortunately, I am still bleeding profusely, so I have to go to the check-up tomorrow. I don't take the pill anymore because the bleeding is too heavy.

To @Elly:
Yes, Drovelis can cause vaginal dryness.

Side effects observed should be reported to the doctor, who will decide on further treatment. We write about why adverse drug reactions should be reported here:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-i-dlaczego-zglaszac-dzialania-niepozadane

If you are unable to consult your doctor, you can use the teleconsultation here:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja

3 months. ABSOULUTE CATASTROPHE.
Gained 9.5 kilos !! Trombose suspected by the internist, since then support stockings!! Severe flatulence !! Severe chest pain!! Extremely bad mood throughout. Consistently sad !! Just horror. I have aged by 10 years in 3 months.

Can the Drovelis pill result in vaginal dryness?

To @Santapunk:

Abdominal bloating is an uncommon side effect of Drovelis tablets and affects up to 1 in 100 people. If the bloating has not disappeared within 4 months of using the drug, it is worth contacting a doctor.

I've been taking drovelis for 4 months and I'm noticing a growing problem with my intestines. After almost every meal, I get bloated, I fart so disgustingly that it's a shame. I have a healthy diet, I know my stuff, I'm a dietician. Will this symptom pass or is it better to talk to your doctor about changing your medication?

Hello. I've been taking drovelis for 3 weeks and I felt tumors in my breast, I don't know what it is and I'm scared

To @Anastasia:

Yes, the spotting after the 23rd day of the cycle described by you is normal and can be expected while using Drovelis, at least for the first few months of use. This is related to the phase of the body's adaptation to new hormones.

However, it is rare that such bleeding continues after 5 months. Usually, spotting should stabilize after about 3-4 months of regular use.

If spotting is very bothersome for you, I encourage you to consult your gynaecologist again to explain the cause of the persistent bleeding. It may make sense to switch to a different pill that contains a different combination of hormones. The final decision is up to you and your doctor. However, it is advisable to carry out a medical examination, as persistent spotting must be explained.

If you have doubts about this situation, it is always worth consulting a doctor who can provide more personalized advice. If you are not able to make a face-to-face visit, I attach a link to the online teleconsultation:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-ginekologiem

I have been taking the Drovelis for 5 months and every time after the 23rd day of the cycle I got spotting that lasted until the pill break, is this normal and can I do something about it? and please don't tell me that it can take up to 6 months for my body to get used to it....

Hello I read negative comments about drovelis, I'm a bit scared and a week that I use it and I have spots on my face never had, is it due to this? Because I have always used briladonna and it has never given me problems of these spots, pimples advice

The first 8 months of use were great. I've only noticed more hair on the floor, but I'm also taking ozempic so it could have overlapped on both sides. On the 9th month, terrible pain in the lower abdomen, spotting continuously for 2 weeks. Is this normal after taking the pills for so long?

I have been taking lutiz for a duration of 10 years for polycystic ovaries and then acne. I felt good, perfect face and hair. On the advice of the gynaecologist I changed it to DROVELIS because it is of the latest generation but I noticed a worsening of the skin and hair loss. However, I noticed a reduction in my body weight. Frequent headaches, zero sex drive. Back to lutiz.

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I switched from the yaz pill to drovelis for two months the cycle came back the next two months no period I stopped taking it for 20 days but still nothing what should I do? Faith

To @Anna:

Yes, you can combine Drovelis and Asertin tablets with Liporedium 40+. These medicines do not have clinically relevant interactions with each other that would preclude their combined use.

I encourage you to inform your doctor about all the medications and dietary supplements you use, which will allow you to choose safe and effective pharmacotherapy. Only your doctor can judge whether a combination of these drugs is safe and appropriate for your current clinical condition.

If you are concerned about this situation, it is always a good idea to consult a doctor who can give you more personalized advice. If you do not have the opportunity to take advantage of the advice, I am attaching a link to the online teleconsultation:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/

Can Drovelis I Asertin be combined with Liporedium 40+?

I take the pills for half a year at the beginning of abdominal pain, nausea, weight +7kg, swollen breasts and aching, mood swings, complete lack of desire for sex, painful menstruation. My doctor said that it was definitely not from the pills, I would like to add that I do not have an increased appetite, I eat the same all the time, or even less, because for 2 months I have been trying to lose what I gained in the first month of taking the pills 😅. I'm finishing the packaging and thank you already for this product.

To @Kaśka:

This is an individual matter - usually side effects disappear within 1-2 weeks of discontinuation of the drug.

Hello, I have terrible headaches and mood swings. On which day after discontinuation of Drovelis will the side effects pass?

is drovelis effective after opening a new pack on the second pink tablet and after using it for 3 months

To @Anna:

If you forget to take your tablet at the same time, you do not need to change the time of your next dose.

I'm taking the third pack of Drovelis. I forgot to take the pill in the morning at 7:30 I took it at 14:00, can I take the next day at that time what I was taking all the time at 7:30 ?

To @Anna:

Mid-cycle bleeding usually occurs in the first months of use and stops over time.

I'm taking Drovelis in January for the second pack. After the 16th pill, I started bleeding. After each package, can it be?

Hello. I took Drovelis tablets for 11 months. Libido did not drop. There were many other side effects, the worst of which was hair loss:(((

Terrible! I lost all my hair because of Drovelis! I have always taken care of them and now they are very few and unwatchable!

I'm attaching a link to a similar thread on the forum:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/opinie-i-pytania/82440/diane-35-czy-wypadanie-wlosow-przy-tabletkach-drovelis-ustapi-z-czasem

Can Drovelis pills cause hair loss? Has anyone encountered such a side effect?

I've been taking these pills for 2 months, the weight has dropped, libido has not changed, so it's still high :) I feel good, I switched to drovelis after I got a spill on my face after Aktywia Daily. they work great for me

Doctors should not assign these pills !! The side effects outweigh the benefits by ten times. I read about anxiety when you take placebo pills feeling like you have a deep depression. Unfortunately, everything is confirmed in my case. Libio zero. Breast pain, bloating, spotting, no bleeding. I'm waiting to finish the second pack and blacklist it.

To @ilari:

I encourage you to read the article "Should you be afraid of adverse drug reactions?": https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/czy-bac-sie-dzialan-niepozadanych-lekow

This is supposed to be my first contraceptive, I start the first box at the end of the month and I have some fears about the side effects even though I know they are subjective. Recommendations?

To @Mama:

If you have concerns about the birth control pill and its potential effect on blood clotting, I strongly recommend that you consult your doctor.

It is also worth considering alternative contraceptive methods that may be more suitable for your condition.

If you do not have the opportunity to take advantage of the advice, I am attaching a link to the online teleconsultation, e.g. Through the Gdziepolek.pl portal:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-ginekologiem

Hello. I have been taking the pill for 4 days now. After my second birth. Before, I had the IUD. now I read that there may be problems with blood clotting ?! My gynecologist knows about my platelets that are too low. I'm thinking about it now. I've had my period for 5 days since today. I have to fight with nosebleeds from time to time. From an early age. And today was the case again. Now I'm unsure about the pill? Does anyone have a clue.

I'm on Drovelis for 12 days but I won't continue taking them. I had terrible unusual side effects, already after fourth pill I had chest pain, it felt like pressure. It stopped after few days but then my legs started to hurt. I have calf cramps, yesterday my right ancle and foot started to hurt, my skin is very dry which was never the problem, I always had oily skin all year long. My doctor doesn't think these symptoms are caused by the pills. I don't take any other medication and started taking Drovelis because of ovarian cysts and pain during ovulation. I am in the ovulation phase right now and pain is worse than ever before. I had few anxiety attacks in these 12 days and my mood is getting worse. I really thought these pills will help me with my health issue but it seems like they did more damage and I hope everything will go back to normal when I stop taking them.

Terrible pills, the worst I've taken so far. I take 2 months and want to wean as soon as possible. Insomnia, restless legs syndrome in the evenings, aching breasts, spotting, massacre. Nevermore

Good morning, I'm 44 years old, I have not used contraception 15 years, the first 3 days fatigue slight dizziness, after 3 days everything is fine, breasts are larger and tender but it is not strong, I lost 2 kg, I have less appetite, a period of 4 days, I start another package, it feels different - but it's hormones ... Something has to change . I'll see after 3, the body must have time to adapt. After 1 is good

the worst birth control pills I've ever had; Weight gain, water retention, cellulite, broken capillaries on the legs, migraines, acne, aching breasts, bloating are just some of the side effects that, as I read the comments, affect most women who use this alleged miracle of technology. In addition, the price knocks you off your feet - over PLN 50 for ONE PACKAGE; No wonder they are so eagerly prescribed by all these greedy people...

I lasted 3 months, a period throughout the entire period of taking pills, sore breasts, now I have a lot of broken capillaries on my legs after these tablets

I wrote an opinion two months ago: " Magda (anonymous, 178.16.114.) 54 days ago I've been taking drovelis since March (it's June) and the first two months have been hard, mood swings, terrible migraines. Then it's downhill, I really feel good on them and I can recommend them without remorse. Period from 3 to 7 days max. Nothing hurts, I haven't gained weight, zero problems." However, in mid-June everything I read on the forum began. Daily bleeding, a very strong "period", uterine pains, nausea, headaches, bloating. Visit to the gynecologist - change of tablets. The daily bleeding lasted nearly 3 weeks because we had to finish the blister to change the pills. Something terrible, I do not recommend

I have been taking pills for half a year, these are my first birth control pills in my life. From the beginning of taking medication I noticed a lot of breast pain, which stopped with time but the feeling of swollen breasts remained, depressive states, irritability, a month after use I gained 10 kg! Libido has completely decreased, at the beginning of spotting, slight bleeding during menstruation, currently no bleeding or spotting for 2 months. Swollen legs and menstrual pain despite the absence of menstruation and endless intimate infection. I reported it to my gynaecologist, I heard 'something for something'. However, I think I will stop taking this drug.