Birth Control
"I have been on Kariva for about five months. It is my first experience with the birth control pill as I am getting married on September and wanted to be regulated by the wedding. The first couple of months, I experienced mood swings, headaches and weird appetite.  However, my side effects have leveled out.  I no longer have any side effects.  In fact, it has cleared my acne up some. My periods have never been bad but they are now only about 1-2 days long.  I would say my cramps may be a little worse, but since the period is shorter it evens out.  I have not gained weight from this pill.  In fact, along with diet and exercise, I have been able to lose weight while taking this pill.  I would recommend Kariva."