| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth control | 3 | 4 | |
| Ovarian cyst | 3 | 4 | |
| Endometriosis | 2 | 0 | |
| General health | 2 | 0 | |
| Migraine headaches | 2 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 2 | |
| Depressed mood | 1 | |
| Fluid retention (edema) | 1 | |
| Mid-cycle spotting | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 4 |