I've asked my gyne and also my derma to prescribe a birth control pill for me. But it's not for birth control purposes. I've read from somewhere that it helps to control acne breakouts. I've had problems with acne, especially during my pre menstrual cycle. Can anyone help me out? Thanks.
2007-03-24 06:24:17 · 7 answers · asked by KaTaRiNaDaL 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Be thankful they don't give it to you! A gyn put me on the pill at age 12 because I couldn't stop bleeding and now (age 34, cannot have children because of the 20 years on the pill)....
AGREE with poster above...do Tea Tree Oil or something natural.
Messing with your hormones will mess with you all your life.
:)
2007-03-24 06:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well birth control pills are meant for that purpose primaryl. Birth Control. Any side effects are just that. There is no guarantee that the "pill" would help with your acne. They are probably trying other methods that are specific for your condition first. If not, you can always seek another opinion from a different doctor.
Remember that the pill is a hormone. It's never a good idea to take a medication that is not specifically designed for your condition. Talk with your health care provider.
2007-03-24 13:36:08 · answer #2 · answered by TINA J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree. You won't get ANY real doctor to prescribe you something that you intend to use for another purpose. There are too many risks with bc simply using it as protection against pregnancy. You can't tell a doctor that you want to use a prescription med for something other than what it's supposed to be used for. You'll never get it that way.
2007-03-24 13:35:57 · answer #3 · answered by keipitright 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using the pill for acne is, in my opinion,a bad move. They can cause havoc with your menstrual flow. Get a natural product like tea tree if you can.
2007-03-24 13:29:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
doctors give you what you need..instead of what you want..
unless your rich and famous
if this doctor won't prescribe it..get another doctor...there are always more fish in the sea..tell them you want to go on the pill but also want the benefits of the acne control
2007-03-24 13:29:20 · answer #5 · answered by Jungleboy6996 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are not useing it for its intended purpose then you can get charged with a misdomenor. that might be why. it is supposed to be used as a birth control pill noit ache control. try the clearasol or ask your doctor for a prescripton for ache.
2007-03-24 13:29:36 · answer #6 · answered by Collin S 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It really depends on your age if they will give it to you or not. You can't be on the pill for a long period of time, it is not good for your health.
2007-03-24 13:28:23 · answer #7 · answered by missy b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋