Can You Clear Up Acne With Birth Control Pills

First of all there is alwalys one fact. You need to go to doctor.

The all you read on internet is side knowledge. You need to trust firstly doctor’s words.

Yes, birth control pills (oral contraceptives) can improve acne in women.

Though typically safe and effective, birth control pills for acne (combination estrogen-progestin pills) aren’t for everyone. Side effects can include headache, breast tenderness, nausea, weight gain, breakthrough bleeding and a slightly increased risk of blood clots.

Talk to your doctor about how your health history and age may affect your risks with birth control pills for acne.

Don’t take birth control pills for acne if you:

  • Are pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • Haven’t reached puberty
  • Are over age 35 and smoke
  • Have a history of migraines
  • Have high blood pressure and vascular disease
  • Have a history of heart disease
  • Have a history of breast cancer, undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding or liver disease
  • Have a history of blood clots