I've been taking try sprintec birth control for 8 yrs (I'm 27) with no problems except the last 6 months my periods have been almost nonexistent and the last year my sex drive and ability to turn on (which is generally strong) is also totally gone. Could this be due to a change in my hormonal needs and tri sprintec is just too low dose?
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Low sex drive is a known side effect of birth control. This drug completely messes up your normal hormonal function and can also cause weight gain, depression, dry skin, and hair loss, and gall bladder problems. The sooner you get off this drug the sooner your body can regain normal balance, which includes normal sex drive. I would not wish this drug on my worst enemy due to these problems. Use another form of contraception.
Not having a period on low dose birth control pills is common and also a blessing, there is absolutely no reason to have a period unless you are trying to get pregnant. With regard to your decreased sex drive this also could be related to the pill because women on oral contraceptives have lower amounts of circulating free testosterone. However decreased sex drive in women can be caused by many issues such as fatigue, anger towards a partner and boredom in a relationship to name just a few. There are many birth control options that would not lower your testosterone levels I would talk to an OB/Gyn about them. Good luck.