Switching From Loestrin 24 Fe To Minastrin

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I am 39 and Have been on loEstrin 24 Fe for many years to now find out that it's no longer being made and was being switched to Minastrin 24 Fe. After being on this pill almost 3 wks, I have been an emotional hot mess , I cry for no reason at all , have gained weight , have had massive headaches, my boobs feel a lot fuller and bigger , stomach tenderness and cramping. Trying to figure out what to have my doctor switch me to ... Help lol

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Hello, Funmomof2! How are you doing? I'm so sorry about the problems you're having.

It sounds like your just getting a bad hormonal balance from the Minastrin, from the symptoms you list, it's most likely too much estrogen.

Your should be able to suggest one you can switch to that has a lower amount of it and will be closer to the LoEstrin. If they really want you to have the extra iron a few days a month, then just ask about taking an iron supplement on your own.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been reading around and found out that Lomedia 24 Fe is the generic version of Loestrin 24 Fe and just came out this January 2014

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Have you been checked for endometrisis?

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Going nuts lol I switch from loestrin to minastrin because of the spotting and break through bleeding but still bleeding when is it going yo stop and do the four brown pills help it stop also

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