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Asenapine

bipolar disorde

"After 15 years of trying different meds, this is the first one to give me a positive change. I used to be suicidal everyday & had a hard time leaving the house. Everything was overwhelming. Since starting Saphris my mind finally feels like it has "brakes" and my thoughts feel lighter. I'm feeling true happiness, even happy to wake up. Little to no side effects 3 months in. I take it at night because it does make me sleepy. Sugar cravings I've noticed but an trying to control that because honestly this med is giving me my life back. Cons: 20 minutes of a nasty taste in your mouth because you dissolve it under your tongue. Sugar/carb cravings but no excess weight gain yet."

September 13, 2017

Invokana

diabetes, type 2

"Started taking Invokana 100 mg on 4/19/16. By 4/26/16 I developed the most horrendous yeast infection ever. I was then prescribed fluconazole 100 mg for 10 days. So far have not had any relief from the yeast infection. Brain fog and awful muscle and joint pain have also plagued me after I started taking Invokana. I have since stopped taking it, just not worth the physical pain or the mental disconnect that comes with it."

May 6, 2016

Vivitrol

opiate dependence

"Week three after Vivitrol. Still having severe insomnia, goose bumps, depression,lack of energy and weakness. It did curb my desire for cigarettes but because I feel so horrible for so long I am craving a fix. I'm only on the fence with this injection."

December 31, 2016

Contrave

obesity

"I am a 40yo female and took this drug for 3 mos for undesired weight gain as a side effect of another medication. I lost only 3 lbs and the entire time it was up/down lose 3 lbs gain 3 lbs. I stopped taking this medicine because it does not work. I exercise daily and watch my diet and the results are no different than if you don't do anything differently. Side effects at first were nausea and headache but they subsided. Maybe this drug works if the reason for your weight gain is excess caloric intake and/or lack of exercise but it doesn't help you lose weight when you're already trying to and nothing is working. Also the $ is conflicting. My first prescription was the price it should've been if you have insurance thereafter it was 3x cost."

October 23, 2015

Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide

acne

"I have tried multiple acne creams, medication and home made remedies there is. Epiduo truly cleared my face. My face has never been more clear/soft in my whole life. I HIGHLY recommend it!"

September 28, 2016

Amitriptyline

migraine prevention

"I've tried at least 10 different medications. I've been on Lyrica for 4 months, now on Elavil of 10 mgs. I try to take it at 9pm, it helps me sleep. I go to bed at 1am but not all the time. And it helps me a lot with my chronic migraines however when I wake up at 10am, go back to bed an hour later, then wake up at 3:30pm."

October 8, 2013

Etonogestrel

birth control

"I had got the Implanon back in 2008 until 2011. I loved it. Didn't get a period for a whole year. I would spot occasionally and maybe where a panty liner. When I did get a period it didn't last long, about 3-4 days not heavy. After I removed it I got pregnant 5 months after. Got the Nexplanon after my 2nd. I've had it for a year. Don't get much of a period but I get bloated and heavy cramps when I'm supposed to be on it. I've gained like 20lbs as well. And my hormones are all over the place. My first experience wasn't this bad. My self confidence has gone down so much, as I get bloated. I'm so tired and don't want to do anything and laying on my belly hurts."

July 6, 2013

Duloxetine

depression

"I suffer from major depression so the doctor gave me Cymbalta. The first days I was completely out of it. Didn't know what was going on so I quit taking it for a day and I went back to normal. The next day I tried again to give it time, well I have no memory of two days because I was so out of it and blacked out. I woke up in the hospital swollen up like crazy they told me I overdosed from the depression medicines but I only took 4, 1 pill a day."

August 17, 2012

Milnacipran

ibromyalgia

"The pain is down, but I am having trouble sleeping and hot flashes. At first I thought this was an effect of steroid injections, but I think it is this medicine. I haven't slept all night in weeks. I will be in contact with my Dr. about this."

March 5, 2010

Wellbutrin

depression

"I've been on Wellbutrin in combination with Prozac for almost a year now. When I began Wellbutrin, for the first couple of months I felt like I was on speed. I would constantly shake and my heart rate was pretty fast. For the first couple of months, I experienced very large mood swings that led to me making very irrational decisions. Despite this, I continued taking it, and after about 3 months I wasn't so shaky or moody anymore. When I began Wellbutrin I weighed about 115 pounds, and I lost 15 pounds over the course of 2 months on Wellbutrin, and have been stabilized at 100 ever since. Wellbutrin has caused me to be more energetic, happy, friendly. I definitely recommend it."

September 30, 2013

Alirocumab

high cholesterol

"I couldn't tolerate statins. Tried 3. Each one gave a lot of pain....liver and angina. I had to stop them. While off them for a month my Total Cholesterol went from 165 to 213, LDL's went from 65 to 110. Now my Total is 97 and LDL's are 24. I take Lovaza to keep my HDL's up at 45-49; they never were above 34 my whole life no matter what I tried. I have no side effects and I feel the best in 5 years."

July 14, 2016

Nexplanon

birth control

"I got this on Tuesday, took it out Friday! I have never been so sick on birth control ever. I was sluggish barely able to walk, dizzy, nausea was my best friend like seriously. Three days! "

October 5, 2014

Depo-Provera

abnormal uterine bleeding

"So I've been on depo for 2 years now. When I first got on it for at least a good maybe 3 weeks "at the most" I was on my period and I thought "oh no when is this going to end,"but after that first month I started spotting and now I have no period "at all." Although for me depo was effective I also gained 10 pounds ...YES! 10. It makes u very hungry I will eat a whole plate of food and either get stuffed quick or, not at all. My hormones are crazzzyyy I'm very moody. Its a great method but you just have to excercise know your body before you make the decision, and don't be afraid to ask your doctor questions about the best birth control for you. This is just my experience. %u263A"

February 19, 2016

Diclofenac

migraine

"This is amazing diclofenac really is, got it from my doctor. Have a muscle disease that effects my back as well. Always seem to be hurting somewhere all the time, as well as really bad headaches. Couldn't take the pain any more tried it. It was wonderful so fast 30 to 45 mins. I was so grateful I cried out of relief. Finally took care of all of it...you got to try it. Thanks so much for this medicine."

March 10, 2014

Saphris

bipolar disorde

"This is the only thing that has worked for me. No more voices and I don't feel sedated the next day. They do have it in Black Cherry flavor and it is better than the regular which is horrible. I know it taste bad but it is the best thing I have found."

February 23, 2011

Norethindrone

birth control

"Started this medication about 7 months ago. At first I loved it. The side effects were minimal and it completely ended my period. A few months in, I began to experience constipation. Then the bloating came. My eating habits haven't changed and I only put on 5lbs., yet my stomach is huge. It's uncomfortable and it's to the point where I'm so self conscious over it that I'm stopping the pill today. I look pregnant and my clothes aren't fitting properly. It's not a good look."

May 13, 2016

Clonidine

hypertensive emergency

"Clonodine has saved me more times than I care to remember from opiate to benzo withdrawal. I'll never understand why it isn't prescribed more often and why on earth benzodiazepines are given out so carelessly given they are nearly impossible to get off of after years of use and seizures-death are possible if quitting too suddenly. You can also experience withdrawal symptoms from benzodiazepines for up to three years. Rant over...."

October 4, 2015

Ortho Tri-Cyclen

acne

"I never really had acne until this stuff. Hard cystic acne all over my jawline. Terrible headaches and nausea. I've been on it for 2 weeks, but I'm about to call it quits. Too many side effects; it's us to not worth it. It's unbelievable."

November 2, 2016

Bupropion / naltrexone

obesity

"Hello, I started taking Contrave April 18,2017 The only side effects I experience was a nausea, a headace nothing major. I am down 4lbs which I am very excited about. For the nausea I take motion sickness. that helps out, I crew gum to offset it. I eat less. I work out three times a day. One thing I notice this medicine changes the way things taste. as for drinking fluids. it makes drinks taste flat. which is fine with me. I start my 2 pills a day tomorrow. I will keep everybody updated on my progress. After reading all the reviews I was very discourage about starting Contrave. I am so glad I am giving it a try. I keep jolly ranchers in my purse. my mouth gets really dry. I pray this Medicine works out for everybody."

April 24, 2017

Zipsor

pain

"I have suffered for several years with increasing pain from degenerative disc disease and fibromyalgia, and now I am starting with arthritis. My rheumatologist prescribed Zipsor for me at the end of May, and I felt the difference right away. Six weeks later I am comfortable, and many days pain-free, and I have more energy than I have had since my teens! (I am sixty-one now.) Zipsor has given me back my life."

July 15, 2010

Nexplanon

birth control

"Terrible... Gave it a 3 because yes it works but also gave it only a 3 because of the TERRIBLE side effects. Gained about 40+ pounds in 6 months which is crazy, mood swings, complete and total loss of sex drive, headaches and had a period for 3 weeks and it was completely irregular. The cons out way the pros here. Yes it works as a birth control but do you really"

April 25, 2016

Implanon

birth control

"I had Implanon inserted over 2 months ago and it has BY FAR been the best decision I've made. At first I was a little nervous because of all the bad reviews I read but went along with it anyway. The insertion procedure was almost completely painless. The anesthesia gave me this burning sensation. Other than that I felt nothing. I didn't have my period when I got it. It came about a week late and lasted about 3 weeks. But it was more like a normal period with 2 weeks of spotting. Since then I haven't had a period or any spotting or cramps. Nothing! I'm so happy. The injection site did itch for about 2 weeks and I did get a rash where the rod is but I used hydrocortisone cream and it went away. I haven't gained any weight either."

June 13, 2011

Risperdal

bipolar disorde

"Risperdal has helped control my moods and anger so much. I can tell right away if I have missed a dose because I immediately feel agitated. Unfortunately I began lactating and have not gotten my period since I moved up to a higher dose 2 months ago. I also feel rather sluggish during the day but to me the Pros exceed the Cons. Hopefully I will be allowed to stay on this."

July 1, 2011

Seroquel

borderline personality disorde

"My life has almost completely turned around.... in the best ways possible. Other medicines never did anything good or just nothing at all and they just kept upping the doses on me. Then they started me on this crazy expensive medicine and I tell you it's just amazing! It is totally worth it.... my social life is back.... I have my friends back.... and close family members. Well it feels like I'm loved again and there's nothing really to think and think and think over and over and over again anymore, and sleeping is good again. I can sleep and not worry or think. Just totally worth it. "

April 3, 2010

Tranexamic acid

melasma

"My GP prescribed this to me for melasma. Dosage was 1 a day. After a few months, results were apparent. It was fantastic. I have been on it for 6 months now and my menstrual flow has also improved and I experience less cramps compared to before I was on it."

November 9, 2017

Bentyl

irritable bowel syndrome

"This medication has been huge for me, I don't run to the restroom as often, my pain is way better, the only side effects I have are dry mouth, loss of appetite and blurry vision,"

February 27, 2017

Tramadol

back pain

"Been on it for three day, and feel like myself again. Decompression, fusion, injection therapy, muscle relaxers, opiates, nerve blockers, NSAIDs. Nothing has given me long term relief the way Ultram ER has. Aside from the dependence issues, I think I found my wonder drug. I have degenerative disk disease and spinal stenosis."

May 30, 2011

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

birth control

"This is the first birth control I've ever been on and it works great. I've been on it for about 6 months. My period only last 5 days now, with no spotting whatsoever. I've had NO abnormal bleeding - however when I'm on my period the first day, my cramps hurt a little more than usual. My minimal acne is about the same, but during the first few months I noticed that Aviane cleared my skin up quite well. During my periods when I stop taking Aviane, my acne might flare up a bit. Some days my mood swings get worse; I find myself angrier at small things or I get depressed for no reason. It's not a big deal to me. My weight also stayed about the same - I've lost almost 3 pounds, but during the first few weeks of taking Aviane I was hungry a lot."

January 12, 2010

Mirabegron

overactive bladde

"I have been taking Betmiga for 3 months now and haven't found it to work much. I'd say there has been an improvement in frequency, but it hasn't even touched my other symptoms at all. However I have found the side effects to be milder than previous medications I have tried (such as oxybutnin and regurin), but I have gotten UTIs roughly once a month whilst on this medication."

February 18, 2017

Naproxen

period pain

"Aleve is much more effective for me than Advil. Like everyone else I've been dealing with extremely painful cramps my whole life. I was taking Advil but would always end up throwing up and bent over in excruciating pain, switched to Aleve and at least now I can function during the first three critical days and not stuck in bed throwing up. I still get bad cramps every now and then so it's not perfect but at least Aleve helps me get through it. I usually take two in the morning; two at night. There should be a support group for woman that suffer from severe menstrual cycles. I feel like I'm the only one, but felt better after reading some of the other posts here; I'm not alone in my struggle."

August 7, 2016

Nexplanon

birth control

"It has been great! I have had mine in a little over 3 months now and I have no had ache, headaches or periods. However, I have had mood swings and every once in a while a little spotting whenever I wipe nothing crazy that's something I can handle. I love it"

November 2, 2014

Clomiphene

emale infertility

"I am having PCO problem for 2 years but when I started taking this medicine my periods were normal and I conceived within 4 months. The best medicine for women with PCO issues."

February 7, 2017

Amphetamine / dextroamphetamine

adhd

"I'm 18 and have been taking Adderall XR 30mg for 10 years now. When I take it, I can focus on school work and my job and actually succeed. I like being able to do well in school and work but lately the side effects have seemed to intensify like crazy. I'd always experienced the loss of appetite but now the sweating, anxiety and depression are all starting to wreck havoc on my life. I'm not sociable at all when I'm on this medication. I feel like I'm more of a robot. And if I get distracted for a second and start something else, I will focus on that instead of getting my work done. I've tried other medications in the past but none do the job like Adderall. "

April 27, 2010

Sodium hyaluronate

osteoarthritis

"I received my 1st Euflexxa injection today in my right knee. I'm only 30 but have had knee problems since I was 9. I'm now bone on bone in that knee, and my left isn't far behind. I can't have my Fulkerson until the last shot 6 weeks, so it's either do the shots or live with my pain. I must say, this 1st shot has left me in a world of hurt. The shot itself was pain-free (having used ethyl chloride numbing spray) and I walked out perfectly fine. Here it is, 8 hours later and my knee hurts worse than it has in a while. I hope after I hit that 2 day mark it will get better. Only time will tell though. I just wish they'd tell you the '48 hour pain' could be this severe."

June 17, 2011

Nexplanon

birth control

"Currently i'm on my second implant (4th year). I haven't had a single period since the day I got my first implant. I've only gained about 15 pounds in the last 4 years, but I can also attribute that to my father dying 2 months after I got my first implant, and I ate my feelings for the next year or 2. I don't have any unusual mood swings, and have not spotted or anything along those lines. I absolutely love Nexplanon, and will continue to use it as long as I need."

January 25, 2017

Bupropion / naltrexone

obesity

"I started Contrave on June 19th, 2015. Once I got over the side effects and dosage increase, I had no cravings for sweets or snacks at all. I lost weight very quickly. In the past month, I have noticed that although I eat less as a whole, I do find myself taking some sweets and snacking a little. I have lost 20 lbs, however last month, I did not lose any weight. Anyone else feel like you sort of build up a tolerance to the drug, and it becomes less effective? Any suggestions for me?"

November 5, 2015

Olmesartan

high blood pressure

"My doctor put me on Benicar HCT about 7 years ago. I was the type of person who hated to take medication so I didn't take it consistently. I think that is why I finally realized every time I would take a pill I would wake up during the night with severe leg cramps. I told my doctor about it and he changed my prescription to plain Benicar. After that I take it regularly and have no side effects or problems at all and it keeps my blood pressure level at 110/70."

July 5, 2009

Zithromax

otitis media

"After my son had the croup for three weeks and spent ten days on Augmentin and fighting with a two year old to administer it twice a day, he developed a severe sinus infection. The physician prescribed liquid Zithromax that had to be given once per day and only for five days and did not need to be refrigerated which was great since we were traveling and best of all it got rid of the croup and the sinus infection very fast - it's a winner."

September 2, 2009

Mirena

birth control

"I am kind of upset at the negativity that I have seen posted: bad acne, cramps, wt gain, low sex drive...all of which I was afraid of. However, I admit that I have been breaking out a bit more but I started washing my face twice daily and it has subsided a lot better with occasional breakouts. I was told in the past that chin acne is due to hormones. My cramps are bad only when I spot (only happens once in a while) I'm not saying they are comfy, but are better than before I was ever on a birth control tabs, I believe that I have actually lost weight, not due to mirena, but due to work, etc. You need to stay active anyways, so who can really say that it's the bc? However, I do believe that the nuva ring caused mine. My sex drive is actually increased too:)"

April 21, 2015

Atropine / difenoxin

diarrhea, acute

"I've tried everything over the years from Donnatol to Imodium and finally was prescribed Motofen. My trips to the bathroom have gone from 8 times to 1 a day. I no longer have pain and the medicine has reduced my anxiety and I generally feel better overall! Thanks Motofen!"

February 18, 2013

Macrobid

urinary tract infection

"Been on 200 mg day for 3 of 4 weeks. Restarted after first 2. Have my doubts I am winning the battle on this one. Test does not show resistance built up but when it comes toward time for the next pill the soreness and all start kicking in. Of course I think there is a stone a hiding some where - we will see"

August 14, 2017

St. john's wort

depression

"I took this on top of taking SAM-E for depression and fatigue. I'll put the good first. This supplement is amazing. Makes me feel much more confident, much less socially anxious, and more able to be assertive, and have no fatigue. AND I am interested in things again. I feel joy from looking at the mountains and such. It started increasing my facial twitches from SAM-E which also Ritalin brought out. SJW feels kind of like a drug like Ritalin but with a much lower up. I've got to say I feel pretty good taking it. I take 350mg once in the morning, a double dose at 2:00, and a single dose again around 6:00. Sometimes I will take another dose around 10:00 p.m. I feel like I don't need the SAM-E anymore. Highly recommend."

June 17, 2017

Sertraline

anxiety and stress

"I wish it could have worked but this is poison... only took one pill but it made me nauseous for 24h. And I'm not talking about a small discomfort but actual pain, wishing I could puke but didn't. I spent one of the most awful night of my life. My stomach was really upset, with any kind of food or drinks. I won't take another pill ever."

December 3, 2017

Xanax

panic disorde

"I've been taking this medication for a long time. 10 yrs..!! I wasn't warned about the memory problems, or any way of becoming addicted. I can happily say, it has helped me, I even went into agoraphobia stage. Also, from my own personal experience. Be very careful in taking this medication. I actually saw, for myself, how bad the memory problems can be. When I experienced that. I went to my Dr an said, I wanted ween myself off, but slowly, not stupid either. I've have been addicted to this medication, but u have to realize, our brain, our mind, is powerful than we give it credit for. I was using 0.5mg 6-8 times a day. I'm now, down to 3 & a half times per day, I'm getting better again"

September 27, 2015

Eluxadoline

irritable bowel syndrome

"I can not tell you how wonderful this medicine has been for me. I have suffered from IBS for probably 10 years, now I am able to have a normal life , free of spastic bowel movements every time I would eat, never able to sit thru a movie, NOW I AM FREE"

October 23, 2016

Meloxicam

osteoarthritis

"Miracle. Like others, was first prescribed for foot neuroma but it took away 90% of all other arthritis pain which for me is concentrated in knees, hands and feet. Went off it for just two days to take regular ibuprofen for something else and it was staggering how quickly and how severe the returning arthritis pain got. I hope I can take this until a cure is found. I detect no side effects. Try it!"

October 15, 2014

Ortho Tri-Cyclen

acne

"I started back in October after suffering about 6months with acne that just kept on getting worse.I had pus filled pimples and small cysts. I didn't see major results until about 2 months in and even then I was still getting one or two cysts. On my third month I wasn't getting cysts and would only get small pimples. I suggest if you start the pill and don't see results immediately to just stick with it for at least 3 months. After my pimples went away I got red hyperpigmentation (which alot of people have been blaming on the pill; its not its from the old pimples) so now I put a little bit of lemon on those parts to lighten them & its been working. As for my period it last for 4 days now instead of 7 but I still bleed alot."

April 25, 2015

Remicade

rheumatoid arthritis

"I was on enbrel for nearly 9 years before it stopped working and humira didn't work at all for me. I started remicade nearly 4 years ago, my Dr started me out getting an infusion every 8 weeks and over the first year he brought it down to every 4 weeks. It's been working great but after the first 2 years my knees started bothering me but after some injection at my orthopedist they have been under control. Now both my elbows are really bothering me, at first it was when I woke up but now it's 24-7. I go in for my next infusion next week and will talk to my rheumatologist about the pain. I was curious to see if anyone else has had knee or elbow pain after being on remicade"

August 17, 2017

Contrave

obesity

"I started Contrave July 10 and and I've lost 13 pounds already with little to no exercise. I'm at my second week of taking 2 pills in the morning and 2 pills at night. I have very bad side effects now, any time food touches my stomach I get nauseated or vomit. I'm constantly tired and I experience a little constipation. Ill be contacting the doctor to see if they will still be effective if I lower the dosage. I don't plan on stopping."

August 15, 2015

Paxil

panic disorde

"Hi, I'm 36 yr old male and never had panic attacks or anxiety. About about 3 weeks ago I had a massive panic attack and then I started having chronic anxiety attacks that would last for most part of the starting from the very moment I wake up. My heart beat was constantly at 90 bpm, I lost weight very, very quickly and and had no energy left. Doctor gave me Xanax but it just made me sleepy. I thought the anxiety would never go away and that I'll lose my job and home and my independence. I went back to my doctor and he gave me Paxil, reluctantly, I started on 10mg for a week. I up'd my dose to 20mg on the 7th day, and until the 14th day no effect (only side effects) but then a miracle. My anxiety is all but gone on the 15th day and no panic."

March 17, 2013

Acyclovir

herpes simplex

"I have breakouts on my nose, I used to dance and thought it would be cute to bend down, while on stage and brush there nose with mine. That turned out not so good, I wish I wasn't so nieve. I've been living with them for about 6 years and when they came out with sitavig, that's really good. I only breakout about every 2 years, when stressed or if it's really hot."

January 13, 2016

Senokot

constipation

"Omg awful tablets! made me cramp at 2am which woke me up and then the drama started. Drink water and try a more natural approach! ..No way I could take this daily! its not a nice feeling! and tad nauseated."

November 16, 2017

Oxaprozin

osteoarthritis

"I'm 73 and need a knee replacement. While I am waiting for it I am using Daypro. It's great for me. I was having a lot of pain at night and this helps during the day as well as night. I'm not jittery or "hung over" in the morning and yet I can sleep. Great."

January 24, 2009

Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol

birth control

"I've been taking reclipsen for almost two years. The first 3 months I threw up every morning. To this day, each pill I take I experience nausea. I hate it. I realize now it's not me and just the pill. I stopped taking it for a month and felt so much better. Also, I have no sex drive anymore so I guess it does it's "job.""

August 9, 2016

Solodyn

acne

"I was on Solodyn for 5 years. I am now 19 years old and just quit about 8 months ago. It made my skin FLAWLESS and got compliments all the time. Never any noticeable side affects, although I did quit because I was afraid it was killing my liver and being on an antibiotic for that long is dangerous. Also, the last 6 months I noticed my breakouts were no longer controlled, as if my body was becoming immune to the drug. Now being off it my skin is worse than ever with many, many cysts. Going back to the derm to hopefully find something else that perhaps is not as hurtful to the body (I can dream lol), overall a great experience with it, it just made me sick thinking of what it was damaging internally to my body. Best of luck!"

December 18, 2016

Etonogestrel

birth control

"I'm on month three following insertion. The first month I had no period or spotting :) The second month I had spotting that lasted 9 days, then had my period for 9 days, this was heavier & longer in duration for me than pre implant. Pre implant I would have my period ever 21 days and it would last for 4 days. Other than the aforementioned I have had no other side effects to date. I'll keep you informed if there are any changes. I hope you found this review helpful. xx"

May 10, 2015

Depo-Provera

birth control

"I took this because I worked such a crazy schedule and taking a pill at the same time everyday was impossible. So that's the ONLY perk with this guy. The side effects were so noticeable. I rarely ever stopped spotting. I'd have my period and then spot like ever other few days. It transformed me into an angry crazy person and took months to get weened out of my system. I would never take this again."

August 20, 2016

Bactrim DS

bacterial infection

"Hello, have been taking this medicine for 5 days for Cellulitis that developed on my leg below the knee. I had waited 7 days prior to seeking treatment. First three days after getting an injection type not known, thick solution and needle and taking Bactrim and Cephalexin showed little signs of improvement, 4 days showed signs of reduced swelling, 5th day swelling all but gone, reduced redness and warmth at sight. 6th day redness reduced greatly and leg feels normal. However, Side effects extreme fatigue, nausea, dry mouth, overall ill feeling. Overall benefits out way side effects."

August 12, 2014

GoLYTELY

bowel preparation

"I had stomach cramps within minutes of starting my first glass of Golytely and started my first bowel movement before I could even finish my first glass! Aside from the nasty taste and the stomach cramps, I have to say this really works. I think my colon will be completely clear for the colonoscopy tomorrow morning at the rate I'm going and that's saying a lot since I'm disabled and have zero control down there in that area."

December 27, 2011

Abilify

bipolar disorde

"I've been on Abilify for about 3 weeks, along with trazadone for insomina and anxiety, and tapering off Paxil. I've noticed a significant improvement in controlling my emotions, and for the most part am a lot calmer. Suffered some side effects such as restlessness, and the shakes but overall the positives outweigh the negatives. I started off on a very low, 2.5 mg, dose but expect to have this raised at my next appointment with the Doctor."

May 7, 2010

Natalizumab

multiple sclerosis

"I have used this medicine for two years and by far the best treatment for my multiple sclerosis. No side effects, and I don't have to take daily shots. I would recommend this to anyone who has multiple sclerosis. "

October 7, 2009

Ambien

insomnia

"I suffer from OCD. Sleep is a luxury. Ambein, is the first medicine I've taken that has offered any relief. I still don't sleep the entire night but 4 hrs is a Dod send. I don't understand why 2 can't be prescribed. I could take the second one upon waking and actually get 8 hrs sleep. I suffer no side effects from it."

November 18, 2011

Buspirone

anxiety

"I started taking this medication during a particularly stressful period in my life and continued it for about a year. It got me through a divorce and kept me within my stress threshold. I stopped taking it when I started feeling like I was on stable ground and had little if any withdrawal symptoms. After about a year, another stressful situation came up with my little sister tried to kill herself and I was in my first semester back to college with a full course load, trying to be a single mom to the best of my ability at the same time. It definitely doesn't work as strongly as it did the first round, but it makes the stress level manageable. It feels like he rock sitting on my chest has been removed, and then I can think through things"

November 30, 2015

Amoxicillin / clavulanate

strep throat

"So, got another strep infection. Haven't had one in a couple years. But you can always tell because you get fever and chills (like seizure shaking), pain when you swallow, and my tell-tale sign--dragon-hot Fire breath. Anyway, checked my throat out and it was bright red with white spots, patches of pus. I went to urgent care on my lunch and sure enough rapid strep test positive. I was prescribed augmentin 875 twice per day for 10 days. I just took my third pill and I already feel so much better. Wish I hadn't have waited 2 days."

April 16, 2016

Epiduo

acne

"I have been struggling with acne for 12 years, and have kept it under control after switching acne stuff every year once my skin get use to it. Now that I am 28 I am experiencing a different type of acne. They are little baby dots all over my forehead and I have oily skin. So I tried Epiduo a month ago. It broke me out the first couple of days and then it went back to the original state. It also broke me out around my jaw line which I didn't have this issue before. It cleared up a little bit around my eyebrows and stuff but not much. I am very disappointed and this is not the route for me. It didn't burn for me or dry me out except a dime size area below my lip ring. I am making an appointment to try something stronger."

August 21, 2014

Restoril

insomnia

"Been not sleeping for over 10 months now. Usually over the years just a week at a time. This time up 3-4 times a night. About 4 hours of sleep. Started Restoril last night. Slept straight through. Yeay"

November 23, 2014

Symbicort

asthma, maintenance

"I've always had mild asthma, but about 6 months ago, it got really bad and I was using my Ventolin like every 2 hours. Especially at night, I'd wake up almost every hour and need to have a puff of Ventolin. It was bad, I know, but I kept putting up with it. But last time I went to the doctor, I mentioned how bad it had got and she put me on another asthma medication called Symbicort. It's saved my life, makes it SO much more easy to manage. Now I never use Ventolin at all and I only have two puffs of this Symbicort at night... it's amazing. It's made my life so much easier."

December 30, 2012

NuvaRing

birth control

"POSITIVE REVIEW - I have been on the Nuvaring for 2 months – the only side effect has been increase of breast size, I am trying to persevere with it and do a lot of exercise so I don’t increase weight and hopefully maintain my breast size and I will take St John Worts if I feel a bit moody. The Nuvaring is great – 3 weeks in, 1 week out for your period and then the next cycle begins. If your partner can feel the ring while intercourse you can take it out for maximum 3 hours and then insert straight after. I know everyone is different but the Nuvaring is a low dosage of hormones and it is really working for me. So if you don’t want to worry every month if you are pregnant I recommend Nuvaring. It has been great for me."

January 23, 2017

Relistor

constipation, drug induced

"Constipation due to opiates has been extremely bad for me. Along with Relistor I'm still taking laxatives and suppositories. I'm on my second month with one shot every other day and only twice did I not have to use a suppository. Wondering if I have something else going on."

April 2, 2015

Lurasidone

bipolar disorde

"Started Latuda several months ago. I couldn't be happier. This medication is changing my life ( years of instability). Up to 80mg daily. The only side effect I notice is weight loss; which is fine by me."

October 15, 2016

Levetiracetam

epilepsy

"I've been on an ever-increasing dose for over a year now; this med doesn't want to stay in my system. I'm currently at 2k mg/day, and it still doesn't register in the blood test as a therapeutic dose. Despite this, even when I first started at very low doses, I had immediate reactions. Some very bad; killed my immune system and I got a cough so bad I cracked 2 ribs. Some very good; somehow, my long-distance vision improved. Neurologist suggested I'm in a state of "near-constant aura" from migraines and this med reduced that, along with some facial numbness I didn't know I had until it went away. Seizures are controlled while it's in my system."

November 6, 2017

Miconazole

vaginal yeast infection

"This medication had to have been made by a man. I'm older and recently got a YI after taking Augmentin for an ear infection. I have always used Monistat 7 in the past. However the one time I tried the single dose I literally thought I was going to die...never ever ever again. Now I get the same blinding pain with Monistat 7. I started texting my husband letting him know men have ABSOLUTELY no idea the literal pain women endure with a YI. Going to request the pill form tomorrow. Good luck everyone!"

December 1, 2015

Pregabalin

ibromyalgia

"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia when I was 14 and I have taken a myriad of medications to help with the pain. Lyrica although it does help with the pain, the side effects are just too much for me. I have been on it for over 2 years now and the water retention and weight gain is great. I weened down and stopped taking it a week ago and have already lost 10 lbs and the edema in my legs is gone. If I could take the Lyrica without the weight gain and water retention I would in a heart beat. Hopefully something else will work well for me."

August 2, 2009

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

birth control

"I'm 23 and was on Microgestin for 4 years. The only major side effect I experienced was not getting my period at all for the last 3 of those years. My doctor explained that it's not uncommon for Microgestin to thin the lining of the uterus so much that there's nothing left to shed, and although I certainly wasn't going to complain, it was still kind of weird. Zero cramps, headaches, nausea, spotting, mood swings, weight change, or change in sex drive. The only down side was that my face broke out about halfway through my pill pack every month; not really terrible acne, just annoying pimples. I've since switched to Ocella and seen a huge improvement in my skin, although I got my period again the first month I switched. "

November 12, 2012

Xanax

anxiety

"This works effectively for anxiety as well as sleeping problems. It doesn't impair my cognitive abilities. It is not addictive to me, however the only problem is getting off Xanax and the backlash effect it creates. I have successfully used Tranxene to bridge this gap and taper off safely. I rate it a 9 1/2; it has been a true miracle when I needed it most!"

April 2, 2014

Sertraline

depression

"This medicine completely changed my life. Before I got on it, I was in deep depression and had a horrible chemical imbalance in my brain. I have been on this medicine for 2 months. This is wonderful. Now I'm more happy, smiling, and the chemicals in my brain are balanced. I did gain 3 pounds since on this although it was supposed to decrease appetite."

February 13, 2015

Phentermine / topiramate

weight loss

"Great product. My doctor said "Have you thought about losing weight" on Jan. 26th. I said "okay". She said "can we try Qsymia?" I have been on the 7.5 dose and have lost 58lbs! I have not had any soda, cafeine, or fried food (once every two months I will splurge on chik-fil-a) and cut portions back. I have also started drinking over 100 oz of water a day. I have started exercising but didn't until after the third month of being on the medication. I don't know my highest weight because I didn't want to know but told the doctor I will drop 100 lbs and she said she would be very happy! It is a great product but is very expensive! The only side effect I have had is a dry mouth! Most important you must change your lifestyle!"

September 12, 2016

Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

bowel preparation

"This was the 3rd bowel prep; first time with Sureprep. It was also my worst bowel prep experience. I wish I had thought to look up reviews before agreeing to use this prep. The taste was unbelievably awful. It was all I could do to get it down. The effects after the first bottle hit me like a ton of bricks about 30" after getting it down. Quite frankly , it was so intense I did not make it to the bathroom in time. Needless to say I camped out in there the rest of the night. The worst however was the terrible burning at the rectum from the liquid towards the end of this bad experience. The other preps I was prescribed in the past were also not pleasant but these side effects were the worst. Belching and some nausea were also issues."

September 26, 2014

Buspirone

anxiety

"I have recurring bouts with severe anxiety. Six weeks ago, I was put on 30 mg's of Buspar to be taken in the morning and at night. I got "brain zaps" (similar to Paxil withdrawal) and nausea lasting about an hour after I took the medication. True to most other medicines for anxiety, I felt as though overall, my level of anxiety increased over the first 2 weeks although I would have periods where I was not anxious. After 2 weeks the Dr raised my dose to 60 mg's. I found it best to take 4 times a day because I definitely feel it wear off. While this has taken my overall anxiety from a 9 to a 7, it is still not enough."

June 16, 2013

Oxycodone

pain

"I have chronic thoracic back pain. I've been through nerve blocks, acupuncture, physical therapy, 3 chiropracters, 2 orthopedic surgeons, 1 neurosurgeon, 2 pain doctor's. Vicodin, Percocet, Kadian (very expensive). Insurance refused to pay anymore finally switched to oxycodone. Still have breakthrough pain with to much physical activity. "

March 22, 2012

Fluticasone / salmeterol

asthma, maintenance

"I was prescribed Advair in combination with Spiriva after a bad asthma type attack in 2010 (1 of 3, the 1st in 2001; 2nd in 2007). I finally went to a Pulmonary Specialist in early 2010. The inhalers combined with a series of oral prednisone helped me to recover fully. At the advice of my new doctor I continued using the Advair and Spiriva daily. In 2013 I developed Virtigo and continuous bladder infections, determined that was related to the Spiriva, so I stopped that one. Several times during the 5 years,I have attempted to stop using Advair. I think it is addicting in nature; I am unable to breathe without it! THAT SUCKS....Especially since I was doing fine without any inhalers prior to continued use of Advair."

August 23, 2015

Plan B

emergency contraception

"My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex and he had cum earlier in that day but had not peed yet so there could've been cum still in the precum. I was on a day when I could have been ovulating, I had it in 3 hours. I was thinking that I was really pregnant this time. I was getting cramps on one side and back aches, with w little bit of spotting and I thought it was implantation. Being only 14 I was super worried then today my predicted day of period. I got it!! I've never been happier in my life"

September 1, 2016

Qsymia

weight loss

"Starting weight was 173 (5'5), combined Qsymia program with up to 1000 cal per day (no exercise) - recording with my fitness pal app definitely helps!! I lost 18 lbs altogether in 6 months where majority lost in first 3 ms, maintained during rest with pills on/off. One thing I did not like about the medicine (especially at the first couple of months) is the side effects; dry mouth, anxiety attacks (which I never experienced before) & insomnia but it subsided after awhile. Regarding pricing, some insurance companies will allow for pre-authorization if you get your doctor to reason with them it is necessary for you; this way coupon you can pay as low as $35/ month supply. not bad program overall.."

May 28, 2015

Byetta

diabetes, type 2

"Started byetta in mid October 5mgs at first. Moved on to 10mgs from mid November. I almost finished that pen now but I have had no nausea or any other side effects, no weight loss, no difference in my food intake, no diff in my sugar levels. #sad face."

December 15, 2015

Diflucan

vaginal yeast infection

"I have been prescribed Diflucan in the past for yeast infections and it worked wonderful. Overnight relief. I have been prescribed this generic form the last few times I've had a yeast infection and find that it does not work nearly as well for me. Currently in day 5 after taking single dose and I am still having itching and redness. "

October 9, 2011

Ketorolac

pain

"This is my emergency migraine medicine. I am on propranolol daily, and take rizatriptan when I have an actual migraine. Once in a while, that doesn't help, and I have to go to my doctor for an emergency shot of toradol. I can have a migraine so bad that I can't open my eyes or speak, but this takes care of it in about an hour. The only side effect I experience is fairly severe pain at the injection site for about 5 days."

June 15, 2015

Etonogestrel

birth control

"Live in the UK. Got this because naturally my mood swings were crazy (very extreme & hormonally-driven) & I wanted to stabilise them a bit. I didn't take it for birth-control, happy with condoms. Took the same drug in pill form for 3 months to see what it would do to my moods. Naturally, I suffer from my hormones: grumpiness, sex drive and appetite are erratic, hated it. The pill did seem to stabilise my moods, so I had the implant put in. It has been 3 years, only side affect may be weight gain, unable to say if that's just me getting older (30 now). If you're not sure if you'll like it, why not try the pill version first before you get the implant?"

May 17, 2017

Budesonide

crohn's disease

"After taking it for a week, I have diarrhoe and cramps, I take one in the morning before breakfast, one before lunch and one before dinner. I better take prednisone. Wondering how many days it takes effect for before that I had three week flare now 8 days it flares and it is expensive too."

July 31, 2016

Meclizine

motion sickness

"I have a very poor vestibular system which causes severe vertigo, dizziness, nausea when travelling. I usually use gravol (natural product, 550 mg) and my travel bracelets for short flights (less than 2 hours), unfortunately, I was sick throughout the plane ride due to bad weather and seemed it set the tone prior to my first cruise. The doctor gave me meclizine which really helped, still had some turbulence in the stomach so I purchased "Motion Ease" oils (a drop behind each ear) when the seas were really rough! No motion sickness symptoms AT ALL during the 7-day cruise !!!! Only side effect (not sure if from the cruise or the pills ???) ...was that it took me four days to fully regain my balance (tipping on the right....was kinda weird)"

April 28, 2014

Mirena

birth control

"I have had the Mirena for 2 years now, and its one of the best birth control methods. I get more acne than I used to but its worth knowing that I'm unlikely to become pregnant. Over the time I've had it there has only been one bad experience over all. It was from the Mirena moving, and it hurt. Overall I would recommend the Mirena but not to anyone who is a teenager."

November 1, 2012

Prednisone

gouty arthritis

"I was dealing with a huge flare up for two weeks. It didn't seemed to go away until they gave me prednisone. It worked like a miracle. After not been able to walk on my own for almost two weeks, I was up and running the next day after taking this medicine."

June 6, 2017

Prozac

obsessive compulsive disorde

"I have Obessive compulsive disorder which causes a lot of anxiety and depression. Prozac has improved my quality of life I'm now a calm happy person with a great family of my own after being on Prozac a year. It really helps me focus on the real problems in my life and reaching a resolution instead of just feeling overwhelmed. It also greatly increases my energy and focus! It does not make me a zombie to emotion but it does prevent me from obsessing and lingering on how things make me feel. I still feel sad anger etc but in normal amounts like everyone else. Aside from very detailed dreams I've had no negative side effects. "

June 14, 2014

Pristiq

depression

"I have been on Pristiq for 2 months now. I have past digestive problems, so when I was diagnosed with Major Depressive and Panic Attacks, I was very hesitant to try any medications, especially with nausea and constipation side effects. Within two days, I felt tired but things began to seem not so overwhelming. Within a week, I was able to cautiously get back into work and life, and now, I have had only one panic attack, and have had nothing other than a headache if I don't take it on time. My energy levels returned within one week, and sex drive within two weeks. I have even lost 10 lbs. I never realized how bad depression was until I began to see colors again, smiling, and everyone kept asking me if I had grown and lost weight."

November 14, 2009

Varenicline

smoking cessation

"I am a lucky one that hasn't experienced any side effects. I am on my 3rd month and don't have any cig cravings. I think I will probably stop taking chantix before I am done with my 3rd month. I highly recommend Chantix to help you quit! I have tried everything else with no luck. Thank you Chantix for making my life and those around me healthier."

March 1, 2012

Augmentin

skin or soft tissue infection

"Overall, not too bad. Had some mild nausea and diarrhea the first two or three days, but then drank Kefir which helped immensely. Be sure to take as directed with some food (you don't need a whole meal) and eat yogurt etc. I highly recommend Kefir during Augmentin therapy. Began clearing the infection by the second day. Remember, most people have little to no side effects with these medications, so what you tend to read on the Internet is negatively biased."

December 27, 2014

Implanon

birth control

"My Implanon was inserted in September 09. When it was first inserted I had a very light period for 3 days and after that I stopped having periods until recently starting in January. I will bleed for about 2-3 weeks then a few days off and the bleeding starts again. This is the only side effect that I have and it is hard because I have a very high sex drive but other than that I must honestly say that I love the Implanon a lot more than Depo and the pill. With the Implanon I know its there and I don't have to run to the doctor every 3 months or I don't have to remember to take it everyday at the same time. So come 2012 I'm going back to get it reinserted but in a week my doctor will start me on estrogen. I was told that it helps with the bleeding."

April 28, 2010

Miconazole

vaginal yeast infection

"So I started noticing some symptoms of a yi right after starting amoxicillin (which was prescribed after having my wisdom teeth out). I went to cvs and bought the generic 7 day medication. Day 1, okay a little uncomfortable but not bad. Day 2, I had a terrible burning and itching after insertion and layed in bed for almost an hour before it went away. I'm on day 3 now and it's the same as day2. Itching worse than before and burning. Unsure if this is supposed to happen. Hopeful for the last few days"

March 31, 2016

Nexplanon

birth control

"I had the nexplanon put in June of 2015 and it has just gotten worse as the months roll on. At first the only side effect I noticed was a change in my mood swings. It went from pms right before my period to all the time. Then I started getting worst cramps then I had before, which were bad already. Next I started to lose more hair than normal and getting acne worse than I usually do. As of right now I no longer have periods and they weren't generally messed up timing wise when I was first put on it though. I am more generally mad that my ob did not warn me about these side effects in the first place though. I would love to get it removes but now my insurance no longer covers it and I haven't really decided what I'm going to do."

March 17, 2016

Etonogestrel

birth control

"After 5,6 months of implanon I gained 15 to 20 pounds. It is extremely hard for me to lose even a pound I joined a gym but after 3 months of going at least 4 times a week for 2 hours and no results I tried cutting back calories and nothing! Its very depressing because I'm not happy at all with my body and I feel so fat and terrified of gaining more. Even if I take it out it can take a year for your body to be how it was before I'm so stressed out and don't know what to do."

October 27, 2015

Rapaflo

benign prostatic hyperplasia

"I am 66 and have been getting up 6-7 times a night to urinate. Previously I tried Flomax, but this made me dizzy. My Urologist suggested Rapaflo which I have been taking for 5 days. I now go 3-4 times per night. No side effects, but noticed feel a bit lethargic and my nose is runny. I have been using only 4 mg size and may ask to try the 8 mg as I am a big guy (6'3" 205 lbs)."

October 8, 2013