Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
"I was on Alysena for PMDD and one month the pharmacy gave me Alesse instead. I don't know why, but I felt worse and it was immediate. Technically they are the same, but I can say that for me, I felt very paranoid and anxious. No thanks.

But please know that Alysena cured my PMDD. I was almost at the end of my rope when I started it, and then the emotional symptoms I%u2019d had for years disappeared. My particular hormonal imbalance was completely righted by this medication. I really hope other women out there who are suffering will consider it and get some relief."