Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
"I've been on Loestrin for about 9 months.  The first several months my flow was significantly reduced which I liked. I did experience some moodiness.  ONE moody episode was worse than my prior pills but I decided to stick with it and see what happens.  I'm glad I did.  After several pregnancy scares because I didn't get my period, my doctor reassured me that it was normal and the pregnancy tests were all negative.  Now, either my flow is panty liner light or I don't get it at all.  I don't mind it but I would like the reassurance of my period to prove I'm not pregnant.  But I really like the pill.  I don't have any more moodiness at all. My skin cleared up amazingly and I rarely have any bloating. (Prior brands: Estrostep Fe, Tilia, Trilegest)"