"I'm very pleased with Tenuate. It has changed my body completely. I have more energy and my body has stopped aching. I had back pain and knee pain almost every day. Since I started in February of this year I weighed 206 and am size 16. Now I am 164 and a size 10. I'm very happy yet fearful if what its going to be like when I stop taking it or will this be a life long struggle. To keep the weight off."


"Was slightly uncomfortable during insertion, but not unbearable. Experienced mild cramping afterwards and spotted for the next several days. Was ok in the very beginning and has since maintained it's contraceptive purpose, but spotting began again and never stopped resulting in having to use panty liners daily and dealing with it irritating the skin. On top of this is hair lose, bigger appetite, irritability, cramping, and fatigue."


"As I grew older my pains grew worse. Since I've discovered naproxen, I never worry about period pains anymore because it soothes the pain within 15-20mins!"


"I had my first general anesthetic yesterday, propofol, for a circumcision. I'm over 40 and procedure recently became necessary.I was nervous as never had general and also have asthma,various allergies and had a slight chest infection.Have to say it was really effective. Ihad needle put in, slight warm sensation,t asted it in my mouth, passing moment of dizzy,what's happenin feeling and next thing I knew I was in the recovery room. Woke up feeling fine, just like a nights sleep. Anyone going in for this has nothin to worry about"


"I was on Effexor XR for 8 years and I recently went off. I gave the drug 8 out of 10 because overall my anxiety and depression were greatly improved. I didn't have any sexual side effects and only felt dizzy when I did not take the medication at exactly the same time every night. I did lose a lot of my energy and was prescribed Wellbutrin to help out with that. However, the withdrawal, as others have mentioned, is terrible. My doctor prescribed a low dose of prozac (20mg) to ease the withdrawal and it really helped. If you are going off effexor, do it with prozac. I tried without it twice before and it was such a horrible experience that I went right back on."


"This medicine helps ease the pain, discomfort of temporomandibular Joint Disorder associated with these symptoms for me. Tightness in jaw and neck, pain in jaw and neck down to shoulder. Also helps with other symptoms for me that seem to be like fibromyalgia symptoms. I give this medicine a high score. I have no side effects, except that it makes me very sleepy. I take this medicine at night before bed as it knocks me out about 1.5 hours after taking it. I can not take it during the day as I would not be able to function without falling asleep, that is the only bad thing. Sometime only a half of the pill is needed and for others the whole pill. I stay sleeping all night long without any interruptions of discomfort or pain."


"It seems to be helping, but still some depression remains.  I have Bipolar Type 1, so I have struggled with mania, hypomania, mixed mood, and depression.  I do notice I'm more "even," which is what the medicine intends to do.  I take a combination of meds, so it could be difficult to tell which medicine is doing what.  All I know is that I have no side effects, which is good, because I requested a mood stabilizer that will not make me gain weight.  Overall, I'm satisfied with the way things are going (thank goodness, because Bipolar could be hell)."


"This gave me mood swings and insomnia."


"For all of you writing your bad experiences on here really need to rethink the purpose of your post. Writing about an experience that is short of something you would see in an exorcism movie (head spinning, projectile vomiting, sweating, hyperventilating etc.) Be careful. You are posting in a forum of people who have diagnosed anxiety and they turn to the Internet and read these posts, that more than likely are exaggerated, breeding greater anxiety or worse making someone not take the medication. The medication was prescribed for a reason with hundreds of millions of dollars in research spent in studying it. Ranging from bacterial study to small animal study to large animal study to human trials etc. This medication is very safe."


"Tinnitus that is constant. Loud all the time and gets louder occasionally. It drives me crazy to the point of wanting to get off zoloft. I ask every Dr I see if anything can be done for tinnitus. Answer is always no. Is it this medication? Anyone with tinnitus will understand.
I also have various problems urinating and sexual stuff.
Thank you for giving me this forum."


"Everyone talks about this amazing energy boost I have yet to experience that it does curb my appetite but it's also a lot of will power once some pounds came off I was more motivated in the gym I lost 30 pounds the first time around so was 230 stopped taking them and gained 21 pounds back but I also have pretty bad depression and was going though relationship issues and literally didn't step foot in the gym for months it works if you put in the work too"


"I titrated up to 75 and stayed there for about 5 weeks. My depression lightened a bit but it was not effective during my menstrual cycle. Eventually I started experiencing blurry vision and I read that was a common side effect, so I weaned off of it."


"Wonder drug for me. I have been on and off 10 mg Lexapro for 5 years. Went through withdrawals while weaning myself off through the beginning of 2 pregnancies. Withdrawals feel like you are coming down with something and the world is a scary unknown new place. Brain zaps are weird too. But I went back on the medication after giving birth because I truly am the text book person with generalized anxiety disorder. It consumes every part of my life. I was just upped to 15 mg a week ago because the 10 was just not quite doing it for me anymore. Life has thrown some serious medical conditions our way. My son was diagnosed with cancer, as was my father, and my other son has down syndrome so my anxiety really spiked. The 15 mg has been wonderful."


"I have been taking Lyrica for 6 weeks.The first 5 weeks I took 50mg twice daily.Literally at the 5 week mark I had significant improvement.My pain was at a consistent pain level of an 8/9 before starting and now a 5/6.I would like to note I had no side effects at this dose.My doctor increased my dose to 100mg twice daily a week ago and now I have side effects,headaches that last all day,everyday where as before I did have chronic headches that came and went during the day from fibro.

Also my fingers and face are very puffy to the point of being uncomfortable.And the worst part is the chronic dry mouth.I have to keep a water bottle on hand to sip on constantly!(Having a chronic dry mouth puts you at a higher risk of cavities.)And weight gain"


"I got switched to Gildess when they started shipping it to me. Ever since I've went from having a period for 3 days to hardly having one at all. I will spot a little once a month. I've also gained alot of weight. But I'm not positive it was all due to the pill or not. I have noticed low sex drove but I figured that just happened after getting married. Lol."


"chronic sinusitis, allergies and asthma"


"Uncomfortable in mouth, does not stick to cheek , little B.Vail packages create a huge amount waste and unwanted attention. Who wants open a wrapper marked clearly , and then stick a film to their cheek that will not stay. Will not dissolve in less than 10 mins. Defiantly better than being a junkie. Not much difference if you have to hide your meds,  you need .  All because of the strange and untoward delivery system really , can't they just make a pill that dissolves in the lining of the stomach  ????"


"I take 200 mg of Topamax daily.  I have tried Imitrex, Relpax and Maxalt.  Maxalt was okay. I have had no side-effects with Axert.  It usually relieves my migraines within 10-15 minutes maximum."


"I have been taking Desogen for almost a month and a half. I get dizzy, have severe headaches, cystic acne, extreme cramps, and the worst part of it all is my moods are awful. I get so angry and emotional at the drop of a hat. So I stopped taking it because I was tired of getting angry all the time and taking it out on my boyfriend. Luckily he's very understanding. My moods and acne have now practically vanished once I stopped taking it."


"I've been using Sprintec for over a year now and I honestly don't have too many complaints. For the first month my breast was tender but it went away. My period comes exactly the same time and day of the month. I don't usually miss a pill but the few times I did I ended up getting pretty sick at night for around 6 hours, I would throw up and have stomach pains; obviously this could have been avoided. My sex drive has not decreased, if anything it increased. I didn't have any skin break out issues that I know were caused by Sprintec, my face is usually clear with the seldom pimple or two. It's seems to be pretty effective in preventing pregnancy. I didn't experience any unusual mood swings or weight gain. Overall I would recommend it."


"I am a 22 year old male. Parents and Grandparents both had high blood pressure and passed it right on to me. I have been taking Bystolic for about a year now and had excellent blood pressure. HOWEVER, I am extremely tired all of the time. If I do not get at least 9 hours of sleep I am tried through the day. Before I started taking it I was fine on 7 hours of sleep. I even have to take naps sometimes because I just can't stay awake. I have chest pain about once a week that lasts for an hour or so. Doesn't hurt but very uncomfortable. Also have gained about 25 pounds in the past year. Blood pressure is good but side effects are rough."


"I've been on this medication for about a week now today is the first day I will be taking the one pill in the morning and one pill in the evening. So far I haven't noticed any severe side effects. A little constipation but so far so good. I've lost about 2 lbs this week. I have noticed an increase in my energy level it seems as though I've gotten a boost still to early for me to really tell how this medication is going to do for me but I'll keep posting as I go along! I had lost 70 lbs in my own starting at 324lbs I've been plateaued and hoping this medication helps me to continue my journey. Good luck everyone I'll keep you posted!!"


"Long story short anxiety took over my life overnight.  I was expediting looping thoughts, negative anxiety causing ones.  I am big on organic food/natural remedies etc.  I don't even like cold medicine so I went 3 months battling daily attacks.  Finally I couldn't take it anymore, Dr. prescribed clonazepam & sertraline.  It did take the full 5 weeks for me, but I got control of my thoughts right away, with in days! Amazing! I lost weight on this, but my appetite has now returned.  I feel great! Totally normal, 8 weeks in & forgot I ever had anxiety in the first place.  I feel 100% normal.  I wish I would have gone to the doctor sooner.  Hang in there, you can beat this!"


"I've been taking Linzess a little over a month now for chronic constipation. I used to have a bowel movement about twice a month. And it was like that for at least 10 years. I was taking Miralax and Phillip's milk of magnesia and magnesium oxide daily.  Now I go almost everyday. I'm noticing a little water retention, but as long as it doesn't get bad I'm not worried about it. I gained soo much weight from not going to the bathroom and am now in the process of bariatric surgery. It should happen in about 4 more months. But I'm weighed regularly because of it and I am still losing weight like I'm supposed to. So as long as that continues I'll keep taking it for sure!"


"I've been using this medicine on & off for 25 years. I get muscle spasms every few years & virtually drop to the floor with pain. 2 to 3 days with this stuff & I'm back swinging again. Better than Forte or Voltaren by a long shot."


"Ladies, if you're reading this and worried the pill won't work, relax and try not to stress because it does. And thank you to everyone who posted their experiences, reading them helped me not stress. My boyfriend and I had protected sex on Saturday and the condom broke at some point that I'm not sure of. I took this 6 hours later. I experienced light cramping and then got my period a few days early. I was also fertile when the incident occurred so I was extra nervous. If you take the pill as soon as possible and before 72 hours, then you will be okay!"


"I am currently taking Vyvanse and Intuniv. I am 16 years old and I have ADD. I am on week 2 of the Intuniv. I have noticed that every time I get up from sitting down or laying down, I get very dizzy. I haven't felt sleepy or tired, but I think that's just because I am taking the Vyvanse too. I am taking Intuniv to try to cancel out the anxiety side effect of the Vyvanse. I haven't noticed a difference at all. I am just very frustrated at this point. I have tried almost every ADD medicine out there. I still have impulses and still am a perfectionist. I am still hoping that it will improve over time."


"I was on it for a year and thought everything was fine. Lighter, regular periods with no cramping - it was doing the job. Until, I linked my 10 month hair loss to the pill. I stopped taking it and my hair started to grow back. I was never aware of this side effect, so I wanted to share."


"Took Ocella for 2 years. It cleared up my acne and helped a lot with period cramps. I never got pregnant and was sexually active the whole time. BUT I gained an insane amount of weight with little change to my diet or exercise. I gained about 30 pounds during that time and was super bloated with a lot of fluid retention. Looking back on photos I can tell when I was on it by how bloated my face looked vs when I went off. Didn't notice much change in sex drive which is good. Probably won't use again."


"No positive effect!"


"First birth control i was put on. The first couple of months were fine I was very emotional at times tho. Boobs grew for sure and acne has cleared up. The third month I started spotting for 2 weeks before I got my period and only had it for 3 days. I recently have noticed I've gained a lot of weight. Used to have great abs and now I have a muffin top and pudgy looking stomach, have been working out and doesn't seem to do much. Debating if I even like having these hormones in my body. I was fine before taking birth control, i went on it for acne and to regulate my periods but now I don't think it was really worth it, it's starting to make me feel like I'm starving like an hour after I eat a full meal."


"I have been using Belviq for about two years.  I went from 190 down to 165, and then it just stopped helping me lose.  The price is so very high and even though I use a coupon and go to Walmart, each month was a hassle with the pharmacist as to what discount, if any, I would be able to get.  I never heard of $25.00 per month with a voucher!!  I need to know where to get a voucher like THAT!  The last time I tried to use a company coupon, Walmart told me that it was no longer valid.  I've never gone back, even thou I have a prescription.  While I was on it, I noticed that my weight was no longer dropping, even tho I was eating the same.  Without a coupon, I won't be buying it any more....but where can I get a voucher and pay $25.00??"


"I've been struggling with severe anxiety and depression since I was a child. I've tried everything for anxiety: lexapro, Celexa, Effexor XR, Prozac, and Xanax. It's been the only medication that has really saved my life from this illness. Otherwise, if I don't take it, I won't be able work or live. I know that there is so much stigma about how it's addicting and it's abused. If you genuinely have a serious anxiety disorder, don't focus on the stigma. Take them! Or try to live the severe anxiety. You sort of have to pick your poison. I have never abused xanax. I started taking Klonopin for about a year, and was switched to xanax. I've always taken my medicine as prescribed. Right now, I'm taking .25 mg and it does wonders for me."


"I had a urinary tract infection so bad that when I pee it smells but when I started taking ciprofloxacin it worked it's a good medicine for a urinary tract infections."


"Great med if you can get it.  The back order crapola struck right at the beginning of my treatment with it.  I noticed right away relief in symptoms with it.  I now take a combo of Westhroid and Nature-throid.  Synthroid, Levoxyl gave me hell with side effects! Cytomel gave me vertigo, the naturals are GREAT!(Hashi's/hypo) worked up to 4 grains now."


"I was the one who posted below under "testing it out." Last I was here I was nervous it wasn't going to work. WELL, let me tell you. Just hang in there for the first three months friends because your life is about to get better. Literally right after my third period of being on Yaz I noticed an immediate difference. Acne has drastically reduced to the point of it basically being non-existent. My skin is finally starting to heal with the help of a dark spot corrector and my confidence is through the roof. THANK YOU YAZ!"


"I've been on this birth control pill since August 2014 and I will be stopping March 2016. I wanted to give it a fair shot to help my acne but I'm now making a change to ortho tri-cylen. It didn't help my face, in fact, I think I just had a horrible breakout when I first started taking this pill and it went away but just last month I was terrorized by a wave of cystic acne on my cheeks so it's time to move on to something else. Although it didn't help my face, it essentially cleared my BACK. Unfortunately I do have hyper pigmentation from all the acne that was once there but that's better than having red/yellow, bumpy crocodile skin on my back. I am 115lbs right now and went up to 129lbs when I first started taking the pill."


"I have a 35 year old whiplash, so the pain is fairly chronic, and settles in my neck but moves into shoulders and mid back. My pain seems to be skeletal and muscular.   Tramadol is excellent at handling the pain.  I want it to always work, so I never take it until after the pain has started.  Sometimes I can go 2 days without taking a pill; other days, I have to take 2 pills in one day."


"Periactin (Cyproheptadine) is amazing for weight gain! I gained so much weight and I looked amazing, however there were three side effects 1) I slept like a bear, I was always tired 2) I had really bad mood swings, and I was like a zombie 3) dry nose bleeds. However I reduced the dosage from 2 tables (one in the morning, one at night) to one a day and I felt much better. I recommend you take multi-vitamins and do lots of exercise. The results were quick and amazing, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to gain weight."


"I had very aggressive prostate cancer that lead to a radical prostatectomy but they didn't get all the cancer. Seven weeks of radiation and the PSA was down to .04.  It crept up slowly but when it started doubling ever 2-3 months I was put on Zoladex.  Although I have hot flushes and am struggling to maintain fitness and strength the side effects are minor compared to dying of cancer!  My PSA has now dropped back to undetectable."


"I have been take this for about 3 weeks and have lost 13 pound I really can tell its help me with my craving and I'm also doing the scale down program and its make me aware of my food choice daily . I know this isn't magic pill but I'm in my late 40's and need  that extra push in the right direction ..."


"So far so good. Helps with ADHD but less side effects .. Gonna keep using it"


"I have suffered with major depression for some 20 years, and took nearly all other antidepressants out there. Started taking 20mg methylphenidate CR daily plus 10-20mg Ritalin in the afternoon and never felt better.  Still can't work, and have a few side affects, but all in all things have improved."


"Made me very tired and sedated, slowed heart beat and felt like I forgot to breath. I took one 50mg pill and it didn't kick in for 45 mins. I'd rather take a 1mg Xanax for my panic attacks. Woke up in the morning extremely tired and foggy."


"I was on Augmentin for 10 days, did not resolve the sinus problem.  REFILL: Now I have been on Augmentin for 14 days and it has helped SOME, but the infection is still on the left side sinuses and tonsils.  Also, at times I experience feelings of light-headedness and I wonder if it is the medication or allergies.  My blood pressure seems to be up and down since taking the Augmentin and at times I have body aches and pains that make sleeping difficult.  I have increased my fluid intake to offset the dryness, but I wish that the antibiotic would cure the sinus problem.  I hope the doctor takes me off this and finds something that works."


"I had way too many uncomfortable side effects that caused me to stop taking the medicine. It did help with the "pain", but gave me a false sense of wellness and I would over do my ability to be active and suffer."


"This is my second colonoscopy but first time using Surprep, I was given pills last time. I didn't like this product because of the extremely nauseating effects. After I took my first dose at 5:00pm yesterday, it only took about 10 minutes to kick in. The medicine itself didn't taste bad with orange Gatorade, however I experienced terrible heart burn, acid reflux and nausea. Just as I began to feel back to normal, 3:00am was here for my second dose. I cannot even begin to explain the nausea this time. It was debilitating. All and all, I am ready to get this over with and EAT!"


"I started taking 150mg Bupropion SR twice a day for severe depression in January 2016 after being on 150mg Sertraline once a day for almost a year and having very little success with it. The first two weeks of taking Bupropion I was constantly dizzy and nauseous, but I waited it out and after two weeks I was fine. My depression didn't suddenly disappear like I hoped it would, but I found myself genuinely laughing and crying which felt so good. Now I've been on it for around 5 months and I'm slowly but surely getting better. I can function like a normal human and live my life now and it's fantastic. This medication isn't widely used for depression in NZ (which is where I live) but it's definitely worth talking to your doctor about."


"I have been taking Implanon since January 2012, the first 2 years it was wonderful. No pregnancy, I actually lost weight, I had a monthly "period" which consisted of minimal cramping and being moody, yet no bleeding. On the 3rd year though, during mid February I started having a period. It is now the beginning of April and I have had 4 periods lasting a week each! I cannot deal with having a period after not having one for over 2 years! I love Implanon but if I'm going to continue having a period every week or two I might consider something else or replacing it earlier than the 3 year mark if possible."


"Dry mouth, constipation, foul taste in mouth."


"Got my LDL cholesterol down but my muscles hurt really bad. Doctor switched me to pravastatin but did not control my LDL. I am on Livalo now and it is great...so far."


"Diagnosed with fibromyalgia and had tried so many different meds for it without any good results. Finally got prescribed Horizant and have been on it for 4 days now. Started at 600mg first night and had a bad experience . Doc gave me new prescription for 300mg once per day and slowly I believe it is starting to work. My pain has improved a little bit every day and my sleep is improving also. Since it has been only 4 days I'm hoping to see more improvement as time goes by. Doc wants me to stay on 300mg for a month then up it to 600mg. If I continue to feel better I think I will up it after a week and see what happens. I will post updates."


"I took Plan B 11 hours after unprotected sex. I had very mild cramps a few hours after taking the pill.  My period came 2 weeks after, heavier than usual and lasted 8 days. This pill really works. "


"I got a yeast infection and so I bought this hoping it would clear it up quickly. I usually take diflucan, but it was a weekend and I couldn't get to the doctor.  Inserted the ovule at 11pm and by 3 am my hoo-ha was on FIRE! It was the most excruciating pain and burning I have ever felt down there. I wiped it all away as much as possible and flush/rinsed with warm water. I took some Benadryl and put diaper cream on my inflamed lady bits. The burning has gone down quite a bit, but I am still in a lot of pain. I will never take monistat again! Their website says a "small percentage" of women are allergic. I think it's more than they are telling us! DO NOT use this for a YI. You will be sorry!"


"I gave it a 7 out of 10 because 1)I didn't experience any side effects.. so that is great and 2)I haven't gotten my period YET. I took Provera for 5 days and this is my 2nd day off of it. I feel something going on in there, so I have a feeling Aunt Flo will be visiting soon.. then I get to take my Clomid."


"Prescribed 50mg daily, First week I suffered insomnia so bad I had to get temazepam to sleep, after it settled I basically compared it to taking ecstasy without a comedown, be up listening to music, the flowers seemed to be more colourful, lost 10kilos (the 10 O put on when on another antidepressants mirtazapam i think it was) but yes pristiq was life changing, I do worry that being stimulated like an amphetamine, dilated pupils, smiling for no particular reason, confident will probably take years off my life at that rate, stopped taking after 12 months them to see how I'd go, second week clean, so irritable, angry, spiteful and nasty, just putrid mental state so started taking them again, and same thing seveer insomnia but worth it imo"


"Effectively and rapidly eliminates symptoms of my anxiety.  Also works well in calming my thoughts down.  Only downside of this medication that I can conjure up is a propensity to make me lethargic...but this is only a significant problem if I'm not engaged in some sort of physical or mental diversion."


"Took for 3.5 weeks, had decent skin with occasional pimple prior to starting, started to have large pimples on cheek and forehead at end of first week. After stopping the acne eased up, now treating scars and remnant marks on face that may take months, acne persists and skin is definitely in worse condition than before starting BC. Also experienced frequent mood swings, tearing up in the middle of the day/street. Not worth the side effects even though this is supposed be the 'lowest' dosage of hormones possible. Prevented pregnancy effectively but not worth it in the end, definitely wish I had never started in first place."


"I have suffered for 8 years been hospitalized and tried many different  meds with side effects varying and different levels of therapeutic results for my schizophrenia/bipolar disorders.  A few months ago I had a severe schizophrenic episode was hospitalized and went from a high dose of Seroquel to a high dose of Abilify.  Once home, I experienced severe muscle spasms, insane restlessness, and weight gain. I knew I could not tolerate the medication but I wasn't stable enough or even completely to a good baseline despite the high dose.  My doc introduced me to Latuda and it was a miracle pill almost immediately.  My weight continued to creep up on it but that is my only complaint. I take 20 mg with no nausea or side effects."


"Great med if you can get it.  The back order crapola struck right at the beginning of my treatment with it.  I noticed right away relief in symptoms with it.  I now take a combo of Westhroid and Nature-throid.  Synthroid, Levoxyl gave me hell with side effects! Cytomel gave me vertigo, the naturals are GREAT!(Hashi's/hypo) worked up to 4 grains now."


"After dealing with lice for over a year (my daughter has very long black hair), numerous OTC treatments, as well as prescription treatments, nothing worked.
I researched once again and came to the Sklice website, called my doctor and had a prescription in 3 days.
One Time, 10 minutes and VIOLA! No more lice, I am thankful that science is getting better at making a permanent solution to this hideous problem.
I recommend it to anyone who has been dealing with lice."


"Hello, I am healthy 26 old female as I mention earlier. I mistaken said toe but it is nail fungus on my thumb (only one). Now I'm on my last lot  this month, few days to finish. A healthy nail had already grown 80%. I'm hoping the medication to work for a few month after I stop taking it. Now my confidence of using my thumb nail is boosted. I  have been trying different topical creams including tea tree oil. None of them work except this. I am praying to end this medication with no liver damage even thou I'm already a hep B chronic carrier. I learn a lot about the medication by reading user comment and I hoped review helps someone too!!!"


"I'm on my third year with it and I love it! It comes out this November and I've had no issues with it at all. A lot of people have weight gain and bad period experiences, but me I've actually lost weight and my periods were normal. Not having to worry about missing a pill is pretty awesome!! Everyone reacts different to it, so try it and if it's a bad reaction get it removed!"


"I take 300 mg of time released effexor, a day and it has changed my life 100%

It has helped me to not worry about rejection if things don't go right and to give a speach in front of a audiance had always been frightning as well as any crowds with others. Or being preccupied with possible rejection every minute. I did not relize how much joy of life i was misssing,"


"My experience on Depo has been a nightmare.
I have been on it for almost a year, I will be bleeding for a month straight, then it will stop for a week or two (if I'm lucky) then its right back to bleeding.
I have also had awful headaches, bad body aches, severe abdominal cramping, mood swings, random depression and chest pains.
"


"I have been on this pill since June, I would have started the pill in May but my period was a month late. Before the pill I experienced heavy bleeding, paralyzing cramps and occasionally vomiting. Since I've been on the pill I have 3-4 day periods with little or no bleeding. The cramping has subsided greatly. I take the pill at night because it makes me feel sick to the stomach but I don't mind because this pill has done more good than harm for me."


"I've been on lexapro for almost a week... I've been through hell within these past few months with trying to get help. Finally got in with a new dr. & My dr. prescribed me lexapro & adderal. The lexapro I take at night, because it makes me tired. It has eased up my depression. However I have an upset stomach all the time now. But my anxiety is bad again. Uncontrollable crying episodes are back. Not sure if it's the adderal making me anxious... but it's hell. My clozapine isn't even working anymore like it was. That medication made me feel normal. Now it's not working. I was told lexapro would help my anxiety, & it hasn't."


"I started taking this medication for a scalp infection/acne about a week ago. At 1st my scalp seemed to clear up overnight and I was so excited and my acne is feeling better too. However after a week the side effects kicked in and I am sick to my stomach all the time, it's weird, I have this full feeling in my stomach like I am full of liquid and the medication is floating on top near my throat. I am hoping it will go away..."


"I'm 31 female and was waking up five times a night to pee..after taking this medicine it immediatley started working I can finally sleep. I take it before sleep 5mg it does make you tired and a little dry mouth but it's so worth it"


"I have fibromyalgia and couldn't handle the pain any longer. I went to the doctor today and they put me on Skelaxin. I took one pill and it was like a miracle. AWESOME. They also put me on Lyrica and I haven't taken it yet today. Hoping the 2 meds together will help."


"Been taking 0.6mg since Friday 27th January. The first dose was taken at 7pm as I had read that it does make you feel tired. So far, I have felt mildly nauseous and tired, but I tend to sleep it off so I am ok for the remainder of the day.

Now on my third dose and I decided to drink low calorie ginger ale to curb the nausea. It seems to be doing the trick. I do have a loss of appetite so I need to remind myself to eat so that I keep my nutrition up. I must admit that I did feel thirsty for the first couple of days and wake up in the middle of the night feeling a bit spaced out with a slightly elevated pulse, but this goes away by mid morning following a small snack.

Will wait and see if this results in meaningful weight loss"


"I had twins on April 8th. On the 11th of June I took my children to the doctor my 9 year old and the girls. The girls were receiving their 2mth old shot. All three kids left the doctors with a clean bill of health. Well that night my Autumn Rose passed away. I can't even describe the pain me and my husband and family are going through. Today is my 4th day taken 150 mg of this medication. I have noticed that I am becoming very angry for no reason at all. Last night was terrible I was freaking out throwing crap @ the house all because my husband and son woke the baby and she wouldn't go back to sleep. I don't know what to do it has only been 4 days and at times I feel so much better. I'm not walking and crying but I'm scared that the rage will not subside."


"This medication not only helped my mood to pull me out of my depression but it also decreased my migraines which could last for several days at a time."


"I've had great results with this medication with some of the side effects listed; dry mouth and  numbness (in my toes). This medication if used properly with help you loose weight and aid you in your journey. I best describe it to my friends as, "feels like you just ate a thanksgiving meal!" Everytime you take the medication. I suffer from migraines, and this medication has been the one that works for me! If you go to the Qsymia website, they offer a savings coupon, which works at every pharmacy! If you just eat junk every month and hope to loose lots of weight it won't happen! The healthier you eat the more this medicine will help you! Good Luck!"


"I have been taking Pristiq for about 3 weeks now, and I am extremely tired 24/7. Now mind you I do have a busy schedule (full time job and classes 24 hours a wk). I do notice however that things don't bother me like they used to and my crying has eased up a bit. I have started having some nausea, hopefully the tiredness and nausea will diminish the longer I take Pristiq."


"It first gives me the giggles.  It can put me in a good mood.  It however does completely kill my sex drive.  I have no interest whatsoever in my partner when on this medicine."


"I have been taking leflunomide for about 8 months.  The results have been very good.  It took about three or four months to kick in, but my pain is virtually gone.  Oddly, I have developed very brittle finger nails  and my hair has gone from straight to wavy.  The only other medicine I take is a blood pressure pill.  So I can only assume this change came from the leflunomide."


"Never took Yaz, but I have been on Gianvi for a month and I feel amazing. No weight gain, my skin has cleared up and my moods have definitely improved."


"I love this birth control. I've been on it for almost five months. I've been on two other pills before. They made me have severe mood swings and horrible depression, so my doctor put me on this one. I love it. My breasts have gotten bigger as well- which is a HUGE plus for me. Also, the only thing I use is these pills- no condoms or anything else, and I have a very active sex life, and I haven't gotten pregnant, so it is doing a great job. It has given me a higher sex drive too.  I have two problems with it, but the pros outweigh the negatives. Firstly, I get nausea when I start a new pack. It usually lasts 3-4 days. It also gives me heavy periods. Though, they only last 3-4 days."


"Today I started week 3 and here are the 3 biggest side effects I have been experiencing:
1. Nausea - Comes out of nowhere. It's comparable to mid-level sea sickness type feeling. At times I feel like I need to vomit; however, I came very close once and got past it.
2. Loss of appetite - I'm never hungry. Although, I have to eat, so I have made better choices when I do. My cravings for anything sweet has diminished altogether.
3. Heartburn - Just like the nausea; it comes out of nowhere and I want to drink of gallon of Pepto to help, which I did try once and I couldn't.
Overall, like with any medication, there are going to be side effects. Some more severe than others but try it and see how it might work for you. Best of luck!!"


"I started taking this drug prescribed by my doctor on 6/21/16. I had started a diet the previous week of only fruit and vegetables.  I dropped a good 8 pounds from that.  I started medication and it has helped my appetite control.  I took one full pill every day for a week.  I started walking a lot.  A good 2-3 miles a day.  I also kept with eating fruit in morning and low carb/protein during the rest of the day.  I have had to drop down to half a pill because of insomnia and have noticed constipation.  I am on weight watchers now and follow the plan.  I eat fruit and vegetables like crazy and I know it helps the weight loss.  I am down 13 pounds as of 7/8/16.  I am sure I will start to lose 1-2 pounds a week soon which is the healthy way."


"I was in chronic pain from a shoulder injury, taking massive amounts of other horrifying painkillers, ONE to a HALF an 8mg Subutex a day and I am 90% better than I was before! Able to work with minimal pain, and living a much clearer, cleaner life now! Thanks to Subutex!"


"Although very effective. I found the spotting a nuisance."


"I really think this is the best thing doctor's could have came up with. Out of everything that's out in our world today, I do believe this wonderful medication has a better chance on helping a lot of people. I thank the doctor's that came up with this medication."


"I started Contrave in October of 2015.   I followed a 1200-1500 calorie diet and walked for activity. I lost 60 pounds by July of 2016. I was taken off the medicine slowly and have since maintained the weight loss. I did suffer through some illness in the beginning, but I used bonine for the nausea. After two to three weeks I felt fine.  Contrave was a success for me!!!!"


"I have used this inhaler because it is over the counter and much cheaper than any prescription. It gets the job done, however it tastes horrible and sometimes causes a weird numbness in the throat for a few seconds. Thought it might just be me, but two other people agreed with me."


"I was on this drug after a traumatic experience that brought my anxiety up further than it ever had been. It helped take the edge off for the first few weeks during the summer, yet after a month into university when everything became stressful again, I stopped seeing results. I went up to 50mg after being on 25mg and I felt absolutely awful. I felt like I was trapped in a box but had to cary the weight of it everywhere. Functioning became harder and harder and I wasn't myself. I went back down and immidietly felt like I did after being on no medication. However at this point I started feeling depressed and suicidal, things that are not usual for me. Now I am beginning to try Fluvoxamine and hopefully it can fix what Zoloft caused."


"I have been taking Amaryl for 3 weeks and it has lowered my blood sugars 70 points.  I do have stomach problems since taking this medication,   I do find that I have to watch my sugars as after about 2 hours my sugar level drops."


"Yeah, Paxil definitely saved my arse really.  I tried prozac first and went totally off the rails with anxiety and 2 days on paxil and I slept and knew that it was the one for me.  I am a fool though because I keep trying to come off it because it works so well for anxiety.  I have been reduced to 10 mg's from 20 and have been enjoying that but noticed that my mind fluctuates between optimism and pessimism really quite quickly.  The mind is a strange thing.  Anyway, it keeps me grounded, no panic attacks, no anxiety.  Amazing how we all react so differently to these various SSRI's.  Pity about the sex drive with Paxil.  I fall in love still but I don't have that physical thing going off like people off antidepressants do."


"I have been on accuntane for just over 2 months so far, starting on 20mg a day, second month 40mg a day and going into my third month of 60mg. My skin is the worst it has ever been! I take comfort in the countless reviews that this medication does work and one day I will have clear skin! It's a small price to pay for a few months of hell to be acne free after years of putting up with it! The only plus side is the oily skin I used to suffer with is a distant memory! Dry lips are a slight pain although it's manageable, lipsticks stays on for a total of ten minutes. Dry skin and dry hair slightly also, the hardest part for me to cope with is the horrific breakout, however I'm assured that this is normal. Fingers crossed it works."


"Works great if you catch on early onset. Headache goes away in 2 hours. Using for years and it's worked the best."


"I have what my doctor calls a mild case of benign essential tremors, but when I'm trying to practice or perform with my guitar, or do electronic work with small parts, its become more than annoying. Proprananol works, but as an asthmatic I have to avoid it or I'll wheeze. Doctor gave me a small dose of primadone, 50mg, and told me to cut some pills in half and just use 1/2 for a week or so first). I don't know if I'd get used to this stuff over time, but unless I'm willing to forget about musical performing while I wait, I'm going to have to stop. I find my coordination, speed, concentration, ability to remember song parts and lyrics severely hampered. It does reduce (but not elimate) the tremors, but what good is it if I can't do my work?"


"Great for sinus infections and bronchitis, but it appears to lose its effectiveness after repeated uses. I had to try something else. Nonetheless, I particularly like its lack of side effects."


"I started a diet exactly 32 days ago. I went completely cold turkey, no soda, no sugar, sweets, or fast food. I worked out on my WII every night for the first week and got bored. Then I got a gym membership and I work out 1-1.5 hours every night. I ate almost every 2-3 hours fruits and veggies. I lost 15.4 pounds the first month on my own. I had a follow up with my doctor and asked him about Adipex. He seemed pleased with my question and wrote me a prescription for 30 days. I have now been on the pill for 3 days only, I went from eating 5-6 times a day and drinking 4-5 bottles of water and my 1-1.5 hour workout to now drinking 6-8 bottles a day. Already lost 4 lbs!"


"This worked wonders!"


"I was prescribed  LoLoestrin FE to treat very painful ovulation and ovarian cysts. The pain was unbearable and making my life miserable. I experienced no more pain as soon as I started taking these pills and haven't had any since ( 1 year ago). I always had heavy periods and now my periods are super lite for a couple of days. I've had no weight gain, in fact I've lost some.  I do experience some moodiness, sadness and low sex drive."


"I had horrible side effects of these pills

Nausea, feeling depressed, low sex drive, vaginal dryness, feeling bloated, cravings, long period (3 weeks.) I did not feel like myself at all. I was very down. My mind felt foggy. But the worst of all was my skin. Oh my goodness. It got so many times worse! I got huge red cystic bumps. They were so bad I did not want to go to work,and people would comment on my skin. I could not continue and decided to quit just after two months! I kid you not - my skin got better as soon as I stopped taking these! I have barely had a pimple since. I'm so sad that I started with yasmine as I have horrible scars now. The effect though is very individual and I hope you have a much better experience than me!"


"This medicine is expensive, but it works.  My son started taking this 4 weeks ago.  He has experienced no side effects and it is working like magic on his mania."


"Worst birth control I have ever had. It was also my first birth control I had ever tried. I was super emotional and super depressed. Cried over everything..so not like me. I gained a ton of weight. I am physically fit person who likes to exercise and this birth control was so not for me. My breasts always hurt, super bloated and I felt exhausted... only good side effects were no pregnancy's and breasts grew larger."


"The patch is hard to keep on for the 3 day period during the summer and doctors don't replace patches that fall off early. There was also a problem upon waking and finding  the patch stuck to the sheets or to my spouse. "


"I want to thank Merck and it's scientist that developed this patch and I am so glad it is Over the Counter now.  I have worn the patch for one month now.  I am on my second box and will be purchasing a third a forth and so on.....  Oxytrol has changed my life back to normal.  No standing up and urine flowing out uncontrollably anymore. No more 12-15 trips to the bathroom a day.  I travel  and now I can drive for 2-3 hours at a time without stopping for a bathroom.  Now I  change the patch on day 4. I did try to hold out for the 4th night and while i did not have the urgency problem I did have to urinate more frequently than if I go four days and three nights. The adhesive problems and the crinkling I DON'T CARE better then a diaper."


"I received a chemical burn from trying a home care for inner thigh bleaching. To make a long story short i my doctor took a look the next day and was shocked with the fleshy skin and a gyno recommended for me to use this stuff. I wasn't able to walk for a week because of the burns and my doctor believed it would have been longer if it wasn't for this cream. Great for burns even in sensitive areas."


"This medicine has really helped me. I have been on it for a bit over a week and I am already noticing a big difference- the racing thoughts have slowed, my paranoia is a bit more subdued, the auditory hallucinations have calmed, my mood has stabilized, and it has helped in being more sociable. One side effect I had was just dry mouth and possible cholesterol level increases. Not sure about that, but will ask my psychiatrist about such question. I am also taking citalopram for my anxiety and depression."


"I thought Belviq was the answer to my prayers.  I was on it for a week everything was going great other than a headache the first few days and then boom urinary tract infection. So I got some antibiotics, stopped the Belviq to fully have time to heal.  I restarted the Belviq several days later and again urinary issues severe ones such as bladder leakage, burning, pain, frequent urination.  Terrible.  I have been back off Belviq now for a day and the symptoms have decreased tremendously.  I hope they go away completely."


"I have a pinched nerve in my pelvis and for about a month I couldn't sit on the couch or a stool or even lay down in bed without severe pain in my lower back and even into my leg. My doctor put me on the tramadol and for the first time in over a month I was able to sleep with no pain. My only complaint is that it makes me feel incredibly itchy, I got great sleep, but I do remember rubbing and itching my face all night."


Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

"It's my life saver, I was bed bound and in a wheel chair before using florinef! Now I can do physio and live a almost normal life!"


"This was the 6th medication that my 6 yo son tried. Loved Daytrana, but the rashes were terrible and it took forever to kick in. Hated Focalin. He had no better of an appetite on it and most importantly, even though his symptoms were not resolved, he was a zombie on the lowest dosage - hyperfocused, irritable, NO sense of humor (and this is the kid that was always called "a one man show" in school). On to number 7 now...."


"I had used over 15 different medicines trying to control my high blood pressure. Either they would not work or give me undesirable side effects. Ever since my doctor prescribed Edarbi and Edarbyclor my pressure has stayed around 120/70, great news for me and my doctor. It had got to the point she could not find any other medication to prescribe.
Another thing I like about this is that even though they are relatively new, they are not as expensive as I would expect."


"I have Bipolar 2. I was diagnosed in 2009 but had suspicions long beforehand.  So was put on Prozac, Abilify. While I notice Prozac helping, especially when I don't have any and I begin having withdrawal, I've found that Lamictal really does the job! It's very subtle,  maybe because I'm on a very low dosage. Yet, I notice it. I'm more calmer. Not calm completely,  just calMER."


"I was having really bad back pain, it was hard to walk, sit, lay, or even move. Went to the Dr. and he prescribed me this medication. It helped me within the first dose. I couldn't believe it helped that quickly. Only side effect I had was a bit of sleepiness and they tasted disgusting. Take with milk or juice because it will linger in your mouth for a long time."


"I am 24 and my son will be 3 in June. I have had it since Oct 2009. I have been very happy with it. I had a few days of cramps and bleeding in the begining. But haven't had a full period since 09. Just about half way through my 5 years and I am contemplating having it removed. I have been depressed, gained weight, mood swings. I am thinking about removing for a few months to see how my body reacts and possibly putting it back in. "


"I was prescribed this birth control at a local health clinic. I've been on it for 2 weeks. I've been on birth control since I was 20. I'm currently 24 and this is my first time using this kind. I am not one to write reviews for anything! I feel like I really had to share my experience with this particular issue. How do I say it sucks kindly? Ever since I used this birth control I've been so emotional. I'm not normally an emotional person. This birth control makes me so needy and sad. My boyfriend even told me he thinks something weird is going on with me. I went back to the health clinic to see if I could get a different kind. They said starting a new birth control will effect me in some sort of way and that I should wait it out for 3 mo."


"This was a miracle medicine for me. I had extremely high hormone levels during my pregnancy and the vomiting and nausea were unbearable.  I lost 10 lbs in three weeks and could not even walk. My doctor prescribed Diclegis and within an hour or two of taking my first dose I was able to get out of bed. Within a day I was able to eat and function as a mother for my other two children. The only side effect I've had is fatigue.  I absolutely recommend this drug to everyone."


"Ignore all the negative reviews because this drug might work for you. I've had depression for decades and have tried 18 different drugs over the years.  Only 3 meds have worked for me, and Fetzima is one of them. This drug saved my life.  The side effects slowly went away over a 6 week time period.  Yes, it is energizing at first and you may need to take an extra amount of benzo to calm you down, but the side effects eventually go away for some of us, although it seems like they never will for weeks.  Give it time to work!"


"I caught my first cold sore in 3rd grade from a friend not realizing you shouldn't share water and am stuck with this virus for the rest of my life. Usually I'll get one annoying sore outbreak every 2-4 years (lucky I know but my immune system is strong and my behavior isn't risky for them) I was up late in my room on a Friday due to summer (aprox 1 am) and got that terrifying itch. Immediately I tore my bathroom apart looking for abreva. I put a bunch on but the sore still broke out. Since its summer I was able to stay home with no makeup and get lots of sleep. I put abreva on about 4 times a day along with sterilizing with rubbing alcohol and by Monday it was gone! Life saver if you have time to be antisocial."


"Has helped to slow down my racing thoughts and helped with some of my sleeping issues."


"I have been on many anti-depressants over the years. I have had depression and anxiety since I was 21 years old, and am in my late 40's now. Other anti-depressants caused horrible cravings for sweets and carbs. Plus the medications didn't work that well for me. I have been on Effexor for 8 months, 150 mg.  It works wonders for me. I actually like to be around people now. I go places etc... I have a life again, and noticed that I get excited about life. Also, I have lost weight on it. My cravings are gone, I feel full after a meal and full a lot longer after the meal. I am gaining back my energy. I am a woman who was so severely depressed, I couldn't even get out of my recliner, and didn't get dressed most days. What a difference!"


"I've been on 5 different birth control's, and this was the only one that my body accepted! No spotting after the 2nd month, period only lasts 3 days, it's really great. I just wish it was cheaper."


"I love the Implanon! I've had it for 2 years and have not had a single drop of blood since it was inserted.  I've had no weight gain and no mood swings.  The only bad thing is that I will get severe cramps about every month to two months.  But I recommend it!"


"Update: 7.5 kicked in, cravings gone, back to being full right away, and forgetting to eat..should keep a food diary. Now down to 163.
I took the 2 week trial and it worked great, no side effects, and I felt great, I went from 185-180 in the 2 weeks, I felt full right away, dehydrated so I was drinking ton's of water, craved no sweets, small portions filled me up fast, now I'm on the 7.5 dosage and I feel hungry all the time, don't feel as dehydrated and the cravings are starting to creep back up. I hope it's a minor set back and it will go away once my system get's used to the higher dosage; insurance didn't cover this so I just shelled out $145.00 for 30 days worth of pills so I hope they work"


"Great for nerve damage and back pain. Actually the ER pills didn't do the job, I took the Nucynta 100mg every 4 hours and that works really good."


"I was on a different birth control beforehand and I had every side effect possible, so my doctor switched me to Microgestin and I'm so glad she did! I haven't had a single side effect since being on the pill! I used to get terrible cramps and even after taking the pill for a month the cramps were completely gone. The only thing that happened was that my breasts got bigger, which I'm not complaining about!"


"I am on my 4th week...I do have pretty bad diarrhea, I think because I am taking 4 pills a day now. I have mild nausea, hot flashes but no trouble sleeping but do have dry mouth. I went from 246 down to 233 so far,  I can't wait to see how much weight I can lose!  I am not hungry in between meals and do not have any cravings, will up date in a month...good luck to you!"


"I have to admit I am quite surprised at all the negative reviews. I've used Monistat 1 every time I get a yeast infection and I never had any horrible symptoms as others described. I always feel relief within a few hours and my yeast infection totally clears up in no time. I'm wondering if the people who experience symptoms are not inserting the medication far enough inside. If you don't insert it correctly once the egg starts to dissolve the product could get on areas that are already inflamed/sore which could lead to more irritation/discomfort. Read the instructions to ensure you are inserting the product correctly!! I would highly recommend this product!! 5  stars!!!!!"


"I got my implant put in December 2013 since I was moving abroad and not wanting to deal with the time changes and figuring out ways to obtain bc while out of the country. It was painless to get in, just uncomfortable for a few days (your body is adjusting to a foreign object). I only had my period once from December 2013 to April 2014, and then not again until November 2015 (19 months later). I was beyond happy no longer having a period and not having cramps or mood swings. The only downfall is now (February 2016) I have had my period on and off for almost 3 weeks and hoping it stops since I'm over bleeding everywhere. Other than that this option has been the absolute best for me with the estrogen-only bc option and convenience."


"I am on day 4 out of 5 so I cannot say for sure that the ciprofloxacin has eliminated the bacteria causing my infection, but I have no symptoms of a urinary tract infection anymore. Before I started taking it I had painful and frequent urination, fever, and chills, and these began to subside after the second pill, the fever and chills entirely gone the first day. I'm taking a 500mg pill twice a day. Luckily I've experienced no side effects. I had a bad dream last night but I wouldn't call it a nightmare; it wasn't anything outside the usual dream realm of possibility. Grateful for this!"


"I recently came across a new product that's on the market called Lubricity and I LOVE IT. It's an oral spray & so far seems to last MUCH longer than any other dry mouth spray I have ever used. I suffer from dry mouth & have for about 5 years. I ordered this product online  since it's not sold in any stores near me. I came across it when doing some research online.

They did offer a coupon code on the website when I bought it, seems like they have a different % off discount now but always seem to offer something.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS!"


"My wife and I have tried the whole gamut of sleep aids.  Trazodone works pretty well.  It seems to cause 'funny' dreams, but other than that, it does make you sleep.  The only exception we have to most peoples experiences, is we find even 12.5 mg is 'too much', resulting in an over-sedated feeling the the morning.  We try to cut the tablet in 8 parts, but it is difficult.  So, a 25 mg, or even 10 mg tablet would be great."


"I am a male aged 48.  I was diagnosed with Type I Bipolar Disorder when I was 26.  In 2008 it was changed to Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type.  I had been on Depakote from 1994 until 2014.  The Depakote caused massive weight gain (I topped out around 240 pounds on it).  In April of 2014 the psychiatrists decided to try Clozapine (Clozaril) and discontinued the Depakote.  I lost around 70 pounds over 8 months.  I now weigh 160 pounds.  This is my normal body weight.  The Clozapine has been an excellent anti-psychotic and it works very well.  Even better than the Depakote.  The psychiatrists augmented the Clozaril with Metformin, which studies show can help lead to weight loss.  I am as happy as I have ever been on the Clozapine."


"I took 2 tablets. An hour later, I started to feel nausea and vomited.  It relieved consipation within 3 hours."


"I am 22 and have been using the Nuvaring for almost 3 months.  At first I loved it.  It was so convenient.  I always forgot to take the pill so I wanted to try something that I could forget about.  I'm not experiencing anything extreme but I am not a very emotional person but sense I have started the Nuvaring I am either extremely happy or something little will make me cry or want to throw a fit.  I realize it so I can usually get myself stopped but sometimes its too late!  Also I have been very tired.  I am not completely sure this is because of the ring but I think it is.  Also I am bloated all the time and I never used to be!  I wouldn't say this product is horrible but for me it isn't worth the inconvenience either."


"I was recently diagnosed with GERD.  Of course this was after a trip to the hospital thinking I was having heart problems.

The Doc put me on Protonix and after about 1 week it's as if my life was back to normal.  Unfortunately, my insurance doesn't cover it any more so I gave it a "9" instead of a "10" rating for this alone.  With many generic others costing only $5 for 60 days.

Anyway, I suggest that if you do try it, give it a few days to work."


"I started low dose 25 mg of Zoloft 1 month ago and it was increased two times.  The last time was 17 days ago to 100mg. I can't sleep, lost weight, my anxiety is tremendous and still depressed.  How long will it take to feel normal?"


"This medicine made me sick. I took one 12 hour slow release tablet with a large glass of water and it's a week later and I still feel nauseated.  "


"I have just started Latuda and I am so happy with it (I will update after I've been on it for a while).

I switched from Olanzapine and the difference is incredible. Olanzapine had me feeling groggy and tired. Latuda, from day one, has had my brain feeling clear and I've had my my energy back! My apartment is finally clean and I'm not losing everything all the time (seriously - I lost my phone daily before)

The only "side effect" is that I am super drowsy when I take it, which has to be with dinner, so the whole night I'm tired. I see this as a positive, because I used to be up all night on olanzapine.

Plus, I wake up in the morning and I'm wide awake! Latuda has been amazing!"


"I also found that Chantix was a miracle.  40  year smoker and 1 1/2 packs a day.  By Day 4 of starter week, I didn't feel the need to smoke.  However, I did seeing as I had the week to finish.  Have not had a cigarette since my starter week was over.  Do not have the urge at all.  I was one to panic when down to just a few cigarettes in my pack - but nothing.  I do have to admit I have gained 5 pounds in the three weeks that I have been on in it. That is to be expected.  No dreams or craziness.  I do have more gas than usual - glad that it may be related to drug.  Thank you Chantix.  "


"I am 38 and have had fibromyalgia since I was 18. I have spent the last 2.5 years recovering from 2 neck surgeries..pure hell. I am off all pain medicines finally. But I have constant nerve pain and nerve damage in both arms and hands. I controlled my pain via a personal trainer 3 times a week since the 90's. I am not the machine I used to be due to the neck injury. You all with fibromyalgia keep moving. The stronger you are the pain can be managed. It will not go away but you can get through it with more on your side. I am on my third week of Savella. 2 weeks no sleep, higher heart rate and I am anxious.  I have to keep going these things take time.  We all must give it a try everything takes work. Cymbalta, Lyrica helped a little."


"I've been using Methotrexate for about a year. Haven't had any bad side effects. But when I started using the Plaquenil (generic form), the side effects where awful. My hands became red and very dry, cracking to the point of bleeding. I could not stop from scratching. I had dry, almost psoriasis' like patches on my wrist and arms. Had to stop taking it. All that went away. I'm still taking the methotrexate without any issues. Just have to keep up with the blood work. Now however, the dr. wants me to start on Humira, and I'm worried about the side effects that might cause. So, please, I need some feedback on Humira. What type of issues have any of you who take it, have had? Thanks!"


"My husband (75) non-smoker was diagnosed with Stage IV NSLC in December, 2014 with Mets to the bones.  Fluid around the lungs had to be drained every 3 days.  Chemotherapy did not help as the cancer continued to spread rapidly.  Radiation done on his spine in early May, 2015 to help wth the pain from the cancer in his spine.  This was a disaster due to burns on his esophagus.  New mutation testing in May showed that Tarceva may help.  June 5th my husband began Tarceva.  It has been such a gift.  We asked for time for him finish his life well.  (He had not retired from banking yet.)  His last scan (September, 2015) showed that the cancer in the lungs had slowed with no new lesions.  Bone lesions increasing at a slow rate."


"I was on Yasmin for about 5 years had no serious problems with it and it worked great as a form of birth control. I gained weight but not sure if the pill is to blame. I had irritable mood swings but nothing too bad. The one biggest side effect for me that made me switch was the migraines I was getting while taking the placebos. Each and every month I would have migraines while on my period. But other than that I love this pill, my periods were always on time I had short 3-4 day periods with minimal cramping. I have just started taking Levora, which my doctor recommended taking 3 straight months and then having my period to minimize the migraines. So far I've had breakthrough bleeding and heavy as well for about a week. I hope it gets better."


"I am on Tivicay and Descovy now for 2 months ,I swapped from Atripla after 7 years on Atripla, this combination is the easiest I ever taken, only thing I noticed was I was constipated for 4 days on starting,totally normal now.

If your considering this swap go for it,I love this combo.."


"So I started using this cream on the Tuesday nights and it is Friday now, on the first night using it my skin did sting a bit but it was fairly bearable, the second night I used it all over my face as before and my skin stung so much I had to wash it off and it was still stinging it hurt so much I was close to tears. However I have now learnt to not put the cream too close to the corners of my nose and also not use it all over my face. I would say that my skin has cleared up drastically, I started using the pill on Tuesday as well and honestly my skin has cleared up like overnight and I had loads of tiny red angry spots on my forehead which have virtually disappeared with only a few left (touchwood)"


"Worse Decision I made. I got my first shot on January 6th 2017. Since then I've been bleeding heavy with big clots coming out at times. I've been having mood swings and no sex life. I've been spending so much money on pads. I should sue the company for reimbursement . I am in pads 24 hours a day that my vaginal can't get a break. It's ridiculous.  I regret even starting . I was supposed to go back for my second shot on March 30th 2017 but did not go and now still bleeding with no end in site. I'm super anemic . I can't take this any more. This drug is not a good choice for most women, some  women take it and it's fine but for the most part most have terrible reaction. I would not recommend trying it."


"I've been battling heartburn for over a year. I've tried diet changes, homeopathic remedies, OTC medications, you name it. My doctor had me on Protonix (maximum dose) twice a day as well as Pepcid (also max dose) daily, but I wasn't having any relief. I switched to a new GI doctor and he prescribed the Dexilant. Wow! The relief was felt after 2 days on the medication. I have been on it for about a month now, and I've only had 2 episodes of heartburn in that time. Amazing!"


"Absolutely did nothing,Lunesta is the best for me"


"I have been on Microgestin Fe for about 4 months. I got on it because I was getting the depo every 3 months and I stopped shedding my lining completely. So my Dr put me on this. It has its pros and cons. My biggest problem is how sore and tender my breasts get. Lately I've experienced nausea normally at night. My periods come with very heavy cramping. All though it has protected me from pregnancy which is an upside. This pill just is not for me."


"Was prescribed this form of birth control for the horrendous period cramps I've struggled with since first starting my periods back when I was 11, always has been a major issue, no solutions were able to be found regardless of all the 'natural' means I had tried. Very effective in eliminating cramps and lessening the flow, am not left only to lay in bed in agony, often forget that I'm having my period now. No real side effects besides muscle cramps at times and very sore breasts off & on, along with mood swings, but it has been very worth it, wish I had gotten on these pills sooner, quality of life is much better. Highly recommend trying them, it has been life changing."


"This drug was excellent for me personally. I gained 30 pounds in two months which was great. I highly recommend this medication."


"Twice within a calendar year I was admitted to the ER with gastric distress, accompanied with nausea.
Dilaudid was used the first time, the pain went quickly away and my nausea stopped.  The second time I was given morphine, but it did not work.  I asked for Dilaudid specifically.  It was given.  The pain and nausea went away.  I was able to rest/sleep, and after a couple of hours I felt fine, and played golf the next day.
For information, alcohol was involved with the first episode but not the last."


"I get cold sores about 1-3 times a year. When I get them, they are usually REALLY bad. I will not go out in public because my lip is the size of a grape for a week. I started feeling a tingle on my lip around 1pm yesterday afternoon and I immediately started to panic. I had a final presentation for a college class the next day at 3pm and I did not want to have to do it with my lip the size of a grape. I did not take my first dose (2 pills) of valacyclovir until 6pm. By this time, blisters were already forming and my lip was swollen. I took my second dosage at 6am the next morning. it is currently 10am and my lip already looks so much better. Swelling is down,a small scab has already formed. It is hardly noticeable. This stuff works wonders!"


"I have been on this pill for 8 months and so far i have nothing to Say to but positive things. The only bad side effect is that my appetite has decreased but I have not lost any weight or increased weight. My skin is actually very clear and the most important, no mood swings or depreassion if anything this pill keeps me very calm. However I used to drink a lot of caffeine but I notice that after taking this pill whenever I drink coffee I get very anxious and get mood swings so I decided to cut on the coffeine but I still feel great."


"I am 10 weeks into the 12 week treatment with interferon, ribavarin, and Sovaldi. This is my 2nd time around on treatment. My first was with interferon, ribavirin and Victrelis.  I relapsed  the first time and was very very ill during the entire 7 months. This treatment with Sovaldi is a cake walk. The side effects are so minimal compared to last time. I am ill, weak, have insomnia, bone pain and fever but I can do this for 12 weeks if it means a cure. I am so thankful for Sovaldi. I was very hesitant to start treatment again but I am so glad I did. My insurance covered some and Sovaldi covered the difference up to $5 per month. Thank you."


"I used this product a few days ago. I didn't experience any pain from it until day 3. The first 2 days just involved a lot of itchiness - extremely intense, like fire ants.

The third day was when I experienced pain. It was like a heaviness coupled with an extreme burning. It was very unpleasant, but tolerable.

I think the severity of pain and itching directly corolates with how bad the infection is, and I think a small amount of pain is to be expected. If it's serve though, do not continue it, just go see your doc. There are alternatives. Also,don't forget that some std's mimic YI's. If it keeps coming back, it might not be a YI."


"I normally take Tri-Linyah but my pharmacy was out so they gave me this because it is generic for it.  I've been on it for less than a week and my emotions are all over the place.  All I do is want to cry, my anxiety is crazy high, I am depressed.  Low sex drive, headaches, horrible nausea.  I have even experienced vaginal dryness.  Very irritable and horrible mood swings.  I've never had any of these issues before.  I know medicine affects people differently but I will not be taking this medicine anymore."


"I have battled Lupus since 2009. Went into remission and had a flare 2012. MY doctors have tried everything and finally talked to me about benlysta. I was very skeptical more then anything afraid of what this will do to my body. I have been on benlysta now for 1 year. I have no joint pain at all my blood tests are improving. Unfortunately there are side effects of the actual drug...My heart has randomly started beating insanely that I went to the emergency twice, they say I am fine and send me home, end of May this year I have started feeling this lightheaded feeling in my head and to this day don't feel normal..I had dizzy spells when going to bed where I would jump up and be out of breath."


"Good medicine but caused tachycardia, high blood pressure and panic attacks 2 hours after taking 300mg XR."


"It worked very good; however it lowered my blood sodium which can be dangerous so I had to stop taking it."


"This medicine was amazing for my acne.  It went away almost immediately.  For once I just didn't have to worry about it and it was great. I stopped wearing makeup altogether.  HOWEVER... it made me very aggressive and angry all the time.  It gave me severe anxiety, and made me very emotional.  I'd fight with everyone.  I even saw a therapist for my anger.  But once I got off the drug I completely calmed down. It took over my head.  I had no control.  My boyfriend almost dumped me.  My best friend hated me.  It was not worth it.  My acne came back and I considered it again... but with all those side effects... it can also give you arthritis and lupus with extended use.  I just don't trust it.  So now i only saw it as a temporary solution."


"I started this drug two weeks ago in conjunction with Chantix to stop smoking. I have lost almost 20 pounds already. I have felt like a zombie and out of sorts, but don't know which medication is causing me to feel like this - maybe the two together. I have been smoke-free and will continue the phentermine until I have reached my goal weight."


"I'm writing about my 18 year old daughter who is currently on Topamax.  She has suffered from migraines since she was about 12 years old.  They would take her out for 2-3 days each, occurring anywhere from 2-6 times a month.  When she was first given Topamax we thought it was the greatest medication ever.  Problem solved, she felt that the tingling fingers, and face as well as the flat soda taste was well worth not suffering from migraines.  HOWEVER - and I can not stress this enough  as she increased her dose, she exhibited personality changes.  She became depressed and overall just wasn't herself.  Thankfully we recognized this and are working with her Dr. to back off the Topamax.  We will be looking into other options.  Not worth it!"


"I have been taking vimpat with topimax for over 6 months and it's terrible. It makes me nauseas, I feel high after taking it, i have double vision, and it hasn't even touched my seizures. It's been causing severe depression as well. My doctor just keeps increasing the topimax."


"This medication is adequate compared to others in its class, despite it still causing significant side effects such as weight gain (which is very undesirable). At first, this medicine seemed very strong and made me 'zombie-like' (e.g. slow, unemotional, sleepy) but after a couple of days these were significantly improved. I was on a dose of up to 75mg, and as far as the effects of each individual dose; 25mg help with sleep and 'anger management', 50mg increased my hunger (a lot) and 75mg helped a little more with anxiety and emotional stability."


"I was on Nexplanon for eight months. It was the fourth form of birth control that I had tried because my body refuses to work with the birth control and I had very irregular and frequent periods. The nexplanon was only good for three things, helping my acne, protecting against pregnancy, and not having to take a pill every night. Other than that I got ALL the symptoms. I was tired, emotional, and angry all the time to the point I was always in bed so it affected my performance in school. However, my body doesn't react well to any birth control. I've now had it taken out for a week and feel so much better."


"Generic drugs can be produced by several different pharmaceutical manufacturers and more than likely, if you look up the ingredients from each one, you will find that they all use different binders/fillers and such. Because of this, your experience with these drugs may include nausea, nervousness, upset stomach, etc. so my suggestion is that if you take a generic drug and are having problems or it isn't "doing what it's supposed to do" you may want to ask your pharmacist to change suppliers for you. In regard to generic Percocet, I had this problem. Yes, they did relieve my pain but some did it better than others and several  made me 'nervous' and gave me an upset stomach. Most pharmacist's are aware of this difference."


"This cough syrup is no good, and is very expensive! It also gave me diarrhea.. So disappointing"


"I was a bit scared of using this gel at first as I read the reviews first. I went to a  clinic for an STD check which came back I had BV. The lady gave me a little chat and handed me a box called zidoval. The first night I used it it interacted with my bipolar medication and made me feel unwell. Fast pounding heart beat, nausea, dizziness. Then the next 4 nights I used it without and felt fine. I ate before using it which made a difference. As far as the BV symptoms no discharge no smell after 2nd night. Tonights my last night using it and I feel okay at the moment"


"I have taken many antihypertensive medications with an array of side effects none of which any of the 3 doctors I've seen discussed with me. Pseudo lupus is common with Exforge. Cough, bronchospasms, cold symptoms,sweating, feel exhausted, tired"


"I was diagnosed almost 3 years ago with RA ..I was in crippling pain I started on 20 mg a day until flares got under control .. I now take plaquenil and 5 mg prednisone and feel like a human again and my rheumy wants me off the prednisone..I don't get it a patient feels great why take the relief away...small things in life make me happy ..walking,working and getting out of bed on my own.. I think it is a miracle drug"


"Just started looking for advice"


"I really was looking forward and trying this new birthcontrol. The first month was fine with little to no side effects. However about 3 months in, it started to have a negative effect on my mental health. I didn't feel like me and became very sensitive to the smallest problems. As well as it completely messed up my menstrual cycle. Would I recommend it? No. Never."


"I switched from lo loestrin Fe, because it made me stop having periods and made me nervous that I was pregnant because I didn't get my period. I switched to loryna and my periods came back and weren't irregular anymore, fairly light and less cramps. I have barely any acne besides some occasional acne on my backside. I've been having mood swings, low and high periods that last a week or so. It started affecting my relationship in a negative way and I've had more anxiety attacks than I did without it. Didn't make me gain weight at all, although it did make my depression a bit worse. I recommend this birth control but advise to be careful and if you notice it taking a toll on your mental health then switch. I've haven't switched yet"


"I have been on this medicine for 2 weeks along with Janumet and I love it. My fasting sugars used to be over 300 now they are in the 100 range. I am happy with that. In two weeks I went down 8lbs, I can live with this. Sugars are great. No side effects and I'm losing weight. I was on metformin 1000mgs twice a day and I got so sick from it but I have not had a single side effect from my new meds and I like that."


"I have had anxiety for 10 years and had given up all hope for a normal life.  Last year i was prescribed Buspar 15mg a day and it did nothing for me.  On one of my many visits to the mental hospital I was told to try bumping it up to 40mg.  A week later I had my first anxiety free day.  It's now been 7 months and I haven't had a single anxiety day.  I have finally started to love again, I feel normal.  My doctor said that because it's not addictive and doesn't lose its effects over time like Benzos I can continue to take it indefinitely so I will.  If you're on it and it's not working perhaps you may need more

For me it's finally given me my life back"


"I have been using Estradiol for a week now and I only wish I would have gone and seen my doctor sooner.    After one day I could tell a difference with my moods.   I don't feel so wired or on edge any more.   I did not notice my mood swings but I'm sure my family did...lol  My hot flashes are gone.

Thank you!"


"Stage 4 HER2 positive breast cancer was found 2011.  After a double mastectomy, ( additionally 6 other surgeries due to Staph infection and failed reconstruction attempts) 6 months of 2 types of chemotheraphy,  including Newlastin booster shots after each infusion..  total of 1 year of Herceptin chemo infusions. 6 weeks of daily radiation,  then... 8 years of Femara.  Been taking this medication daily since August 2012...hot flashes/night sweats are awful. Anxiety occassionally.  Easily out of breath after any activity. Difficulty maintaining focus and frequent forgetfulness.  3years with this medication and chest, bone and joint pain is intensifying.  5 more years to go.  CANCER FREE STILL."


"My son is 9 years and  we just found out that he has ADHD but since he has been on his medicines he's been really good at  school. "


"Was diagnosed in 2001 with relapsing remitting Multiple Sclerosis - never had any major flare ups - took Avonex for 5 years - didn't notice any real difference - went on to Copaxone 5 years ago. What a revelation - major difference is it took my tiredness away. Painful injection and one incidence of 'heart attack that wasn't' worth it for the lack of fatigue.  Can now work full time - walk miles etc."


"I was prescribed Sprix for kidney stone pain. The first time I used it burned my nasal passage for about 3 minutes. Just when I thought the horror was over it started to run down the back of my throat and the burn and taste made me gag and nearly vomit. The pain I was experiencing from the kidney stone was pretty severe so the Sprix was not enough to relieve it. "


"I am in pain all the time having rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. And have been taking Lortabs to help with the pain. But recently suffered sciatica. The doctors ordered naproxen and methocarbamol for the sciatic pain. WOW! This medicine eased not only my pain from the sciatica but also pain from the rheumatoid arthritis and Fibromyalgia. It made me want to sleep a lot at first but I am getting over that as time goes on."


"I have been taking Ambien for almost 1 yr now and find it to work just well.  I sleep for almost 6 hrs but it takes almost 1- 1.5 hrs to kick in for me. I take it when in bed because once it's in and the effect takes in I fall right asleep and don't remember what time I fell asleep, I wake up right when my alarm goes off or if I need to use the restroom.  I don't wake up groggy and feel pretty great about my day, everyone I believe would like to sleep in more but 4-6hrs is good for me.  I have horrible insomnia which keeps me up all night until about 6-7 am then maybe fall asleep fr being a zombie.  Ambien definitely helps " me", but yes on a empty stomach is a must it else I can just say I wasted a pill.  Good luck with your experiences."


"It worked better for me than Lortab."


"I've had QVar 80 for 2-3 years and it absolutely AMAZING. I NEVER needed to rely on my albuterol inhaler after taking QVar. 10/10. Now, a message to people with the white spots-That is yeast infection. It specifically says you were supposed to RINSE YOUR MOUTH WITH WATER THOROUGHLY (don't drink the rinse water) to avoid yeast infection. "


"Would not recommend. My doctor put me on the patch because I had a hard time remembering to take the pill to help control my reoccurring ovarian cysts.  I am now in the hospital with severe blood clots from my belly button to just below my knee in my vein.  My leg is swollen and I am in horrible pain after 9 days in the hospital, so far. I would recommend NOT using this patch!"


"I have  seen that a lot of girls that took this had severe anxiety and depression which happened to me. While I was on it I had anxiety for a whole month and I was depressed, I stopped taking it about a month ago, I still have anxiety but not as bad as  did before. How long did it take you girls to feel "normal" I feel like its taking me forever :("


"31 days post-op from fusion in my neck & Microdiscectomy in my lower back.   Overall, surgeries were a great success and 85% of all pre-surgical symptoms are gone.  Still having pretty bad leg, hip, and pain around sciatic region as they were present five years and will of course take time to subside.  I was recently put on my second 7 day 4mg methylprednisolone pack and first 24 hours have been hell.  Level 10 pain in my leg where they made room for nerve and removed bone and sore hips. These pills suck in the first few days.  Having taken them before, I know they work wonders, but appetite through the roof, paranoid as I have ever been, can't sleep, and pain."


"My 9yr old daughter was on the Daytrana 10mg patch the last half of the school year. The daytrana patch did eliminate the spacing out, and she did excell in her classes the last quarter of the school year. She brought her D's and U's up to C's and B's.

I took her off the medication over the summer and now she's been back on the same 10mg Daytrana patch for 4 days. She has barely been able to eat anything. She cries because of the constant stomach pain. She's been complaining that her vision is getting blurry (which is listed as a known side effect) she has also been throwing up about once a day. I'm currently trying to work with the specialist to see if this will even out or if I should pull her off the patch ASAP."


"I started taking Phentermine 37.5mg, 1Tab 2hrs after brkfst and half tab 6hrs before sleep. First day I experienced fast heart rate, dry mouth and insomnia after a couple days it went away.I go to the gym 3x a week, have to remind myself to eat at times. I started on March 30 2015 weighing at 207lbs my current weight today 06/18/15 is 179.6lbs I'm really happy I don't think I ever weighed this much since JR high. Nothing has worked for me,but phentermine sure has, highly recommended."


"I have had the Mirena for a little over 2 years. At first it was a real pain! It hurt so bad to have placed and I had a heavy period for almost 2 months straight. But then the bleeding stopped completely. Overall, I really like having it. It has helped me have fewer migraines, it is so great to not have a period and love not having to worry about getting pregnant. However, I do have bloating, painful cramping every few weeks, and I've just started having some back pain which I think may be connected. Right now I can tolerate the side effects for the benefits it gives. I have thought about getting it taken out, but I really don't want to go back to horrible migraines or any other form of birth control."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Had several colonoscopies, endured dreaded gallon GoLytly, NuLytly, MoviPrep, OTC Mag Sulfate/water mixtures. Pros: smaller amt of bad tasting prep. Thats it for Pros! Cons: within a few minutes of starting to drink, got nasty chills; lips/face and progressing thru the body, inside and out. Finger tips and lips turning bluish and my teeth chattering! I'm 48yrs. 5' 10" and 135# active female with no fear of vomiting after going thru chemo...but this was tough! Felt like sudden flu! Wicked nausea, nervousness, muscle aches, freezing cold, cramps, and if i sat up...barf! Took 2 hrs to work aftr being on 24h liquid diet. No sleep, just projectile water-shoot-poop for 8 hrs. 2nd dose=water running out rear uncontrolled! Prefer old MoviPrep."


"It seems the only relief I have gotten has been with Percocet along with muscle relaxers and Neurontin for bee sting pain associated with the nerves."


"One each evening and I breathe free. Eliminates the nasal blockage side effect of Trazodone unless I drink beer in the evening!"


"I'm 52 years old and had a Grand Mal 4 years ago and have been taking Dilantin since without incidence.  No side effects.  The medicine is effective and relatively affordable."


"I've been dealing with anxiety for a very long time now, cried all the time, got upset over anything, always worried about something, had a horrible temper, and could never sleep or relax. I was always doing SOMETHING. I finally went to a doctor and told him everything that I was feeling and he prescribed me Lexapro 20mg.  I've only been on it for a couple of days and its making me VERY sleepy, and I feel like I'm not able to think. I'm not to sure if I like this or if its just side effects, or maybe I need a lower dosage.  My mother is on the same medication and told me she felt the same way in the beginning.  Hopefully it goes away. All  your reviews have made me feel better about this medication.  Lets see how it works."


"I've been on this stuff for about 3 weeks. Typically 250mgs 3 times a week. I took my last dose 7 days ago. Not because I wanted to drink but because the drug spaces me out a bit and I was putting it off. So yesterday I decides to test it and drink. Apparently every alcoholic eventually does.

Anyway even with a small dose and a 6 day gap, the liquor didn't make me sick but it was a very uncomfortable experience. Instead of that usual obsession where one drink leads to another to the point of total blackout, I actually poured my last beer down the sink.

With 4 years of doing everything under the sun trying to put down the bottle, for me a desperate situationeed called for a desperate measures."


"It was tough at first. I was constantly dizzy, nauseated and just not feeling the best. Driving was the worst. It took a very long time to get over those side effects and still feel some to this day. I've been on Contrave for over a year now. Supposedly, there is mild antidepressant in this mediation. It might just be in my head but I do notice my mood change for the worst when I miss doses. Also, I have absolutely no desire to smoke anymore.  I used to love smoking especially when I drank, but after finally getting my body adjusted to this medication, I can't even stand the smell of smoke.

You have to use the medication exactly as directed or it won't work. It doesn't make you not hungry, you just eat less."


"I have experienced some side effects otherwise I would rate this as a 10. Watch what you eat and pick the right time to take it. The first few days I had side effects that lasted for a few hours. After the side effects wore off, I felt amazing. I have Bipolar Depression that I feel is very bad. Most people think I am ok. However, there is so much going on in my head all the time. Latuda has helped me to feel good and stay focused. I am able to have more control over my life. I have tried different meds and this one has worked well for me. I have taken it and night, but switched to the day due to sleep issues. Sleep issues are better now."


"Excellent. The best antibiotic. My children respond well and it works fast."


"In the past I did use Xanax but  now use hydroxyzine. It does not make me as sleepy and can stay awake better."


"I've had Nexplanon for 2 years now. It's effective and don't need to worry about taking a pill. I only have periods about every 3 months. Usually really short and light, but lasted for about a month once. My acne is much worse, but that's my biggest complaint. It works and has few side effects."


"I have severe small nerve fiber disease. Besides taking Neurontin, I was prescribed Cymbalta. Cymbalta took away the burning pains I was having at night on my feet. I LOVE it. I no longer feel like someone put gas on my feet and set them on fire."


"I have been quite depressed with extreme anxiety, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, Extremely hard addiction to nicotine and some dissociative-psychotic features  since 2016 and tried a whole different variety of SSRIS, SNRIS, Mood Stabilizers, but this one at 225mg XL 7 Day is like a custom-made pill for me! 0 desire to smoke, 100 desire to live, socialise, feel empathy and have healthy relationships, the anxiety I can't say for sure it's completely away but i can say for sure that it has lowered at least 65% I feel like
I had gone to sleep in 2015 and waked up in december 2017, no side effects so far."


"I started using Saxenda in mid April 2916 and lost 10k effortlessly by mid July 2016. Experienced lethargy in the initial stages every time I upped the dose, but on reaching 3mg, I felt fine. I feel so much better since losing all that weight, have lost a further 3 kg over the past 3 months and feel encouraged to lose a further 8 kg. The  product is brilliant for losing the first 10% of weight, but thereafter  I know I have to make major changes to my diet and exercise to lose the rest, which I guess is the aim to start off with. I find Saxenda brilliant to give me a good head start though."


"I was prescribed welbutrin for depression, that in turn has a side effect of overactive bladder which  I was prescribed Toviaz for. the Toviaz DID stop the pain and overactive-ness of my bladder at night, however I also now have some pretty serious relentless heartburn that I can not get rid of from taking the Toviaz for only 2 days. I did not buy a full prescript, my doctor gave me a sample pack for 1 week, but I can not continue, the heartburn is too horrible, and NOTHING is taking it away.  I am also very constipated from it so I am  stopping the Toviaz and reducing the dosage of the welbutrin. HOPEFULLY this will help!! It really sucks getting pills that help with this yet you got to take more pills to counter act the side effects and it just seems to snowball."


"I have been on Darvocet N-100 for about 30 years for rheumatoid arthritis. It has controlled most of the pain except when I'm in a full fledged flare up. I take it with methotrexate (which controls my arthritis) and now my insurance company has denied to pay for it. I did send a letter from my doctor and they still denied it.  I know this drug works for me and they suggest I change to Percocet which they pay for and it doesn't work so guess I just endure the pain. Thanks Darvocet for the pain free years."


"I started taking Tramadol 3 weeks after my spinal fusion. During the three weeks prior to starting Tramadol, I was taking narcotics around the clock. Withdrawal from the narcotics was severe and a difficult process for me. Once I was finished with that process, I started taking Tramadol 50-100 mg every 4-6 hours for back pain. With Tramadol I am able to stay awake during the day and manage my pain. These two factors allow me to work on my muscle strength and stamina. I am now 5 weeks post-op and do not require around the clock doses of Tramadol. I am not experiencing any withdrawal symptoms."


"I have been taking Citalopram for over a year now, and at first once the medication began taking full affect, it was amazing. My anxiety, quickness to anger, and deep extended depression periods were lessoned. Now like a few have said on this blog, I have lost motivation, I feel like my body craves more sleep in addition to change in my sleeping habits, and I have also gained weight. I feel I have gained weight due to my physical inactivity, which is an effect of not being motivated to be active. I also have trouble concentrating on my everyday tasks and I do experience daily 'fogs' while trying to remain focused. I was taking Wellbutrin to try to counteract that lost "good anxiety" but stopped because it was interacting too much w/the Cit."


"For one.. do not listen to.all.of these people saying after 1 or 3 days they cant walk or remember what they had for breakfast because of 1 pill!! Everyone is different.I had Epidimytis but not do to sexual it was bacterial and after day 4 i was feeling much better.The only side effects i had were some muscle stiffness and jaw pain and a little stomach pain but for the most part not enough to cry over and was tolerable.The medicine does its job period.,why wait until you feel like shit to complain instead of reporting their bad effects quickly?"


"I have been taking 100 mg of Gabapentin three times a day for over a month and have receivied virtually no benifit from it."


"It does the job as far as not getting pregnant but I'm never getting it again!!! It will be 3yrs March 11 and I can't wait 2 take it out!! Anxiety is so bad, attitude is worse, I can't concentrate, confused, Moody, bleed and have some sort of discharge everyday, infections. I think it's old blood in me that's not coming out and causing a disturbing smell like a miscarriage smell..I know this birth control can cause blood clots so hopefully I don't have that going on. So I'm gonna get on pills or maybe nothing!  Been Celibate since I got it in (3yrs) DON'T GET IT PLEASE DON'T!!!"


"I have been taking 20mg of doxycycline for 2 months now, one in the morning, one at bedtime. If anything, I think it has made me worse. I wake up to wash my face and it looks like I have a couple of welts on my cheeks. And the redness persists."


"I've been on methadone diskettes for about 6 months now 200mgs/day. I feel so much better now that I'm not spending time and money on trying to score, I have a job, money, and a productive lifestyle. Methadone has saved my life. 25$/day is way less than my 150-200$/ day habit."


"I have had minor acne since sophomore year of college (now graduated). I'm afraid my dermatologist has not been good about following up with me long-term, so I've probably been misusing the medication for a while.
It clears up my clogged pores really nicely (yay!) but there are still lots of blackheads and sometimes the clogged pores stay there a long time. I'm a skin picker (bad) so that has aggravated my acne from touching my face and caused some minimal scarring which I can easily cover up with makeup. One of my least favorite things about this medicine is that, although it clears most of my clogged pores, I have noticed an increase in painful cystic acne around hotspots (potentially due to the onset of hormonal acne)."


"I was about to give up on getting rid of my acne, I was on antibiotics, prescription face washes, gels and masks. I finally went to the dermatologist and she gave me a sample of Epiduo - within 2 days my acne was already going away! it's like magic. I love my skin, I no longer gave to wear makeup everywhere I go. Best thing in the world. I gave it 9 stars just due to the fact of the irritation that occurs when it's applied, it's sometimes unbearable, it may just be my sensitive skin. It also causes your skin to peel a lot!"