Started on ginette pill for my skin,its 1st month,however i have more breakouts now than i had before,should i continue using it? i am a 34yr female

BCP for skin issues: Give it some time. the full effect of birth control pills for acne or other skin conditions may take several cycles to have full effect. The cyproterone component is the anti androgen component. Since it is a birth control pill you shouldn't be smoking and obviously shouldn't be pregnant or trying to get pregnant while taking this medication

Acne & Birth control: The ovaries and adrenal glands produce a low level of androgens. Higher levels of androgens can lead to excess sebum. Taking birth control pills that contain both estrogen and progesterone lowers the amount of androgens in your body. This results in less sebum and less severe acne. Initially, a flare up of acne is a common occurrence when starting pills. Stick with it, things will improve. DrG

Ginette/skin pblms?: Many women on low dose bcps do not take them at the same time every evening. The dose is low in estrogen, so in some cases, the estrogen is gone by the time the next pill is taken, causing estrogen withdrawal, which could activate skin problems. Take the active pills within the hour taken the previous day, and in the evening, so you don't run out during sleep time.

Continue: Combined Oral Contraceptives (COCs) are very effective for treating acne (if that was what it was prescribed to you for). However, it usually takes at least 3 - 6 months for significant improvement. Initially some women notice an increase in skin breakouts, which is why I usually combine COCs with Retin-A or equivalent, and Benzaclin if acne is moderate. Continue COCs and give them 3-6 months.

Yes, however,: I suggest a dermatology consultation.