I have been on Mircette for quite a while but since I work for a private school, my insurance doesnt cover it. Its costsing me $50 every month to fill it. My dr. told me o save oney she would prescribe the generic brand which is called Kariva. I had no side effects from the Mircette at all. Was wondering if anyone was on Kariva what your opinions were? She told me if I dont like it I could go back to Mircette.