Oestrogenic and Progestogenic side effects

Oestrogenic side effects:

  1. Bloating
  2. Breast swelling and tenderness
  3. Nausea
  4. Headaches and migraines
  5. Leg cramps and DVT
  6. Melasma
  7. Increased risk of breast and uterine cancer
     

Progestogenic side effects: 

  1. Bloating
  2. Weight gain
  3. Mood swings
  4. Fluid retention
  5. Acne and greasy skin
  6. Decreased libido
  7. Decreased bone mineral density

Note that progestins can cause breast tenderness.