Is heartburn (indigestion) a side effect of the pill?
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I'm not sure. Interesting question because I am on Apri tabs as well and I have also suffered from acid reflux and heartburn since I've been taking them. I've never even considered they could be the problem....hmmmm.
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They won't do you any harm and make the medication more easily absorbed - but don't take them if you have upper abdominal pain. That is a symptom of a bowel brockage and anything fizzy is bad then. But that is quite rare.
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Hi Lucky,\n\nI just started taking it today. I am approx 145 pounds at 5'3. When I first took the two pills with breakfast I was feeling kind of fearful because the pills made me loose feeling in my skin. Plus I read some article that chromium could be bad for you. Nevertheless, I still want to experiment. The pills won't take your hunger away completely I think, but it helps you have more control. I must say I had an explosion of energy and had to go work out on my treadmill till I burned 350 calories to get the pill out of my system. I think because I am such a small girl at age 33, I just need to perhaps take less pills. So, I am going to reduce the amount to just one a day. Because I think they are way too strong for me. I just simply could not concentrate after taking them, all I wanted to do was get rid of the strange feeling that overcame me. It sort of felt like I drank 2 cups of coffee and could not sit still, to me that was a bit scary but, I am going to get through it, losing 20 pounds means a lot to me. The directions state you should lose a few pounds after the first week and then, they should start falling off a lot after the first week. Did you lose any weight at all? I will let everyone know my results after my first 10 days. ...then 20 days...and then 30 days to see if this stuff really works...I will eat right, not overly so, and I will exercise to burn atleast 200 calories a day. Let me know how it goes, and if anyone is experiencing the same emotions as I when taking this pill.
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heartburn. If it happens frequently you may hae acid reflux disease (very corosive to your esophogus). If it serious, ask a doctor
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One of the common side effects of hormonal contraception is anxiety. It can be fixed by going off the pill like you have or switching brands. Interestingly though, some women like me find that their anxiety is significantly lowered while taking hormonal contraceptives. It really just depends on your body chemistry. If you choose to go on 'the pill' in the future, talk to your doctor about your experience with yasmin to help you find a brand that will work for you without the anxiety.
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A friend of mine had acid reflux, and she said that she took vinegar pills, and it went away.   Hope you feel better soon. Good Luck
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Hello:\n\nADVIL SIDE EFFECTS:\nUpset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and unusual fatigue may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: stomach pain, swelling of the feet or ankles, ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: vision changes, joint pain, muscle pain or weakness, easy bruising or bleeding, persistent sore throat and fever. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: changes in amount or color of urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin. If you notice any of the following unlikely but serious side effects, stop taking ADVIL and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately: black stools, coffee-ground vomit, persistent stomach/abdominal pain. An allergic reaction to ADVIL is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. \n\nGood luck.
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i know it can make birth defects and really bad ones . as far as killin it it very smile. it cause down sydrome. early birth and and low birth weight. if you are why are you still on the pill?
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Heartburn and indigestion-take a tums.
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Some negatives that can occur while taking the birth control pill would be Nausea(feeling sick to your stomach), headaches, bloating, spotting, mood swings. Risky for some women, especially smokers. Smokers have more chance of getting cancer if they take birth control pills. \nThe Pill doesn’t prevent sexually transmitted disease. \nThe Pill doesn’t always prevent pregnancy. \nIf you are too young you may be setting yourself up for acne yeast infections, which are difficult to completely cure. \nYou may gain weight - about 12 pounds. \nIt may cause cysts in the breasts and they may become tender and painful. \nBlood clots are possible. \nOther side effects include headache, irregular periods, fatigue and abdominal pain. \n and finally when you stop taking the pill it can take a few months before your period becomes regular again which makes it tough if you are trying to conceive.\nYour best bet would be to talk to your doctor to discuss the best option for you.
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I have taken orthotrycyclen for 6 years and haven't really had any bad side effects with it. It hasn't caused weight gain and only caused mild nausea for the 1st few days when I started taking it. \n\nThe good side effects that I have had with it though are that I haven't gotten pregnant, my periods are regular now  and it helped clear up my skin.\n\nThe only problems that I ever have with birth control is if I miss a day and double up the next day I get severe nausea in the morning.
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it can cause acid reflux
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It can yes..\n\nHow old are you?  I would definately get checked out for these symptoms as they are closely related to other diseases as well.  There are tests and then medication to control GERD, but I am worried about other causes.  Get a checkup ASAP!  Take care and be well.\n\nP.S.  I know it sounds awful, but try a teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar....I hear that works over all the drugs! :)
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very bad nausea, acid-ee throat\n\nthere's others, but this is what I had.  The warning label on the package lists about a million...\n\nGo to webmd and look up the drug lexapro and it should give you a complete answer
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The pill.Possible Side Effects\nThe birth control pill is a safe and effective method of birth control. Most young women who take the Pill have none to very few side effects. However, the side effects that some women do have while on the Pill include:\n\nirregular menstrual bleeding \nnausea, weight gain, headaches, dizziness, and breast tenderness \nmood changes \nblood clots (rare in women under 35 who do not smoke) \nSome of these side effects improve over the first 3 months on the Pill. When a girl has side effects, a doctor will sometimes prescribe a different brand of the Pill.\n\nThe Pill also has some side effects that most young women are happy about. It usually makes periods much lighter, reduces cramps, and is often prescribed for women who have menstrual problems. Taking the Pill often improves acne, and some doctors prescribe it for this purpose. Birth control pills have also been found to protect against some forms of breast disease, anemia, ovarian cysts, and uterine cancer.\nDepo provera\nSide effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Depo-Provera.\n\nBy far, the most common side effect of Depo-Provera is unpredictable menstrual bleeding. In fact, most women have some change in their menstrual pattern. For example, when first taking Depo-Provera, it is common to have spotting between menstrual periods, or an increase or decrease in the amount of bleeding when menstrual periods occur. With continued use, many women stop having their menstrual periods altogether.\n\nBy 12 months (or four injections), 55 percent of women report not having periods, and by 24 months, 68 percent no longer have periods. Going without a menstrual period is not an indication that something is wrong, however.\n\n\nMore common side effects may include: \nAbdominal pain or discomfort, dizziness, headache, nervousness, unpredictable menstrual bleeding, weakness or fatigue, weight gain or loss \n\n\nLess common side effects may include: \nAcne, backache, bloating, breast pain, swelling, or tenderness, decreased sex drive, depression, fluid retention, hair loss, hot flashes, inability to fall asleep or stay asleep, inability to have an orgasm, joint pain, lack of hair growth, leg cramps, nausea, pain in the pelvic area, rash, vaginal discharge or irritation, vaginal inflammation \n\n\nRare side effects may include: \nAllergic reactions (sometimes severe), anemia, asthma, bleeding from the rectum or nipples, blood clots, blood clots in the lungs, blood disorders, breast cancer, breast lumps, cancer in the neck of the uterus, changes in appetite, change in breast size, chest pain, chills, convulsions, difficult or labored breathing, drowsiness, dry skin, excessive growth of hair, excessive or unusual flow of milk, excessive sweating and body odor, excessive thirst, facial paralysis, fainting, feeling of being pregnant, fever, hoarseness, increased sex drive, infections of the reproductive and urinary tracts, lack of return to fertility, overgrowth of the uterus, pain at the injection site, pain during sexual intercourse, painful menstruation, paralysis, prevention of the flow of milk, rapid heartbeat, skin discoloration, stomach and intestinal problems, swelling in the armpit, thinning of bones, tingling or ``pins and needles'', toughening or hardening of the skin, unexpected pregnancy, vaginal cysts, varicose veins, yellow eyes and skin \n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Possible side effects include:\n\nheadache, agitation, depression, fatigue, insomnia, restlessness, dyphonia (Difficulty in speaking), horseness, throat infections, cataracts, nasal stuffiness/sinusitis, brochospasm, cough, wheezing, dry mouth, dyspepsia (Upper abdominal discomfort, often chronic or persistent, colloquially referred to as "indigestion." ), and nausea\n\nNo urinary hesitancy listed
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SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, nausea, flushing, constipation, headache, blurred vision, lightheadedness, dizziness or drowsiness may occur during the first few days as your body adjusts to this medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: fast/slow heartbeat, fainting, yellowing eyes or skin, persistent nausea/vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, mental/mood changes, clumsiness, trouble urinating, signs of infection (e.g., persistent sore throat, fever). This medication may cause your urine to turn green-black in color. This harmless effect is temporary and will disappear when the medication is stopped. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.