Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Asked 5 months ago

Does norgestimate ethinyl estradiol cause weight gain?

I just started taking a new birth control pill containing norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol. My friend told me some pills can cause weight gain, and I'm quite concerned about it. Has anyone experienced significant weight changes while on this combination?

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Deepika Shah Deepika Shah Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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I have been researching this specific pill because my gynac suggested it for my irregular cycles. Most medical articles say that modern low-dose pills like this don't cause major long-term weight gain, though some water weight initially is quite common.

Smita Gawde Smita Gawde Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Haan na, starting new contraceptive pills always makes us worry about weight. In the beginning, there might be a little bloating or water retention because of hormones. But it usually settles down in a few weeks, don't worry too much.

Lata Krishnan Lata Krishnan Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Back in my days, the pills we took had much stronger doses and did cause some heaviness. But today's medicines are much more balanced. Just keep eating simple home food and don't stress, your body will adapt to it fine.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Don't worry too much! It is mostly just temporary bloating and goes away quickly. Just focus on your health and keep smiling.

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Kalyani Sen Kalyani Sen Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It is completely natural to feel anxious about physical changes. Just monitor how you feel over the next few weeks and keep your doctor informed.

Sudha Murthy Sudha Murthy Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

I have seen many young girls in our community ask this exact question. Mild fluid retention is a common response when you introduce external hormones, but it is rarely permanent fat. Give your body at least three cycles to adjust before making any decisions.

Manjula Rao Manjula Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My daughter was prescribed this pill for her severe acne and we were also very worried about weight issues. Fortunately, she did not face any noticeable weight gain at all. Just make sure they eat healthy and stay active.

Preeti Sandhu Preeti Sandhu Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan, initial days mein thoda heavy lagta hai body, but vo pani ka weight hota hai, fat nahi na. Kuch months wait karo, body apne aap normal ho jayegi. Dr. se consult karke chalna hamesha.

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Neha Malhotra Neha Malhotra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Look, clinical studies show that significant weight gain isn't a direct side effect of this formulation. If you notice any major scale changes, it might just be increased appetite. Keep your portion sizes in check and stay active.

Pooja Patel Pooja Patel Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Hormones can increase your cravings, which is usually the real reason behind any actual fat gain. Try tracking your daily steps and keep your protein intake solid to manage those hormonal hunger pangs.

Riya Kapoor Riya Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

OMG I was so scared of getting bloated when I started this pill last semester! Honestly, I barely noticed any change other than a tiny bit of breast tenderness in the first week. Just drink lots of water and you will be fine.

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