"Aubra has been effective for me, but I've had to become used to it, and learn how to curb side effects.

Pros: Not pregnant (!), Cleared up moderate adult acne, small and easy to take, no side effects when taken before bed with food, no spotting/cramping between "periods".

Cons: If taken in morning, I had terrible side effects all day. Became dizzy, faint, and would vomit for a good part of the afternoon. Only way to avoid symptoms was to eat constantly. All of this was fixed for me by taking in the evening with food."


"After a week and a half I noticed I didn't think about smoking as often. I had completely quit within the first 2 weeks. I haven't had an urge to smoke since. It has been 3 months and I have absolutely no desire to smoke. The smell is awful, but I can even stand to be around it with no urge to light back up. Chantix is worth every penny! Trying to get my friend to try it as well."


"OMG! What a life saver I have had migraines for years and the seem to be sinus related more often then not I wake up in the middle of the night so stuffed up I can't breath and my headache begins, a breath rite helps a little. But I have tried just about everything, Claritin, Allegra, Zyrtec, Advil & Tylenol Sinus, Nasacort, Rhino (something) and many others and nothing worked. The Advil Sinus and the old Tylenol sinus helped a little. My ear nose and throat doctor put me on Singular (pill). I bought this after see the commercials stating it blocks 6 types of allergies. Within in 12 to 24 hours I could tell it was helping by 48 hours it was a like a miracle! The pressure in my head, stuffiness, headaches (that were sinus related went away)"


"I was prescribed Stendra by my urologist.  I am 66 yr now, and never had erectile dysfunction problems until now.  I've been taking Stendra for the past two weeks and it has really not helped at all.  All I've had is a mild headache.  I am sad, because of all the pills for erectile dysfunction, I had my highest hopes on this one, but it really didn't work for me.  In fact, their own literature says it works on 3 out of 4 men.  I am so sad to know that I am that other one."


"I have been taking 50mg of Zoloft for a month now. At first I was nauseous everyday and wanted to stop so bad. I stayed with it and I can really feel a difference. I seem to be able to think more clearly and just in a better mood altogether. I have suffered from major depressive and extreme anxiety disorder since about the age of 13. I'm almost 32 now and for once I actually feel good. This speaks in volumes for those that know me. I'm not sure if I will need to increase the dosage ever but for now the 50mg seems to be the magic happy pill I've been looking for my whole life. Also I may be one of the few but it seems to have increased my sex drive. Weird huh!"


"As an injection in the ER, it did its job quite well."


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"Some pros: I grew 2 cup sizes, my flow is much lighter but no change in how long my periods last. Regular bowel movements and no mood swings. Cons: during the first pack I broke out like a preteen and now have to deal with (some) forehead and chin acne. Also experienced heavy uncomfortable cramping which eventually got better. Really sore breasts around the first week or two. I'm hungry all the time so I'm eating a lot more but no real change in weight."


"After fracturing my L1,L2,L3,L4,L5 in a car accident two years ago, Dilaudid 4mg three times a day plus Methadone 10mg three times a day has been the ONLY combination that allows me to have a life. I've been through so many doctors, it's sad. Believe me, if I could be pain-free without medicines, I would. My pain level now is a steady 4. Before Dilauded, nothing worked."


"Not worth it! There are other methods to clear up the infection. Try an antibiotic first. I have had to be on antibiotics for years now to keep the cystic acne manageable. I tried accutane and I regret taking it for the six days that I did. May have issues forever. Now I'm back on a normal antibiotic with zero side effects. Also, I started using a home made scrub my sister in law made me. :) hope this helps."


"On the package, it clearly states, that of the view of the medication does not like it shows in the booklet, then discard it. So far in 6 weeks, I have had to throw 2 pens away. A very expensive procedure for me. Is there a method to recover the lost money or replace the defective pens?"


"I had an immediate reaction to the medicine; passing out, loss of time, nausea, etc. It took 3 days for the drug to be expelled from my system."


"I have been suffering headaches for three years now. I have been told it is originating from my neck. Arthritis bone spurs and a nerve irritation. I would only need arthritis pain medicines but am allergic to NSAIDS. Tried Tylenol 3 hydrocodone etc. Have have an RFA and injected pain medicines, not much help. Finally put on Avinza 90mg and am happy with results. After three months on Avinza life is much better. I also take Percocet 10/325 for breakthrough pain, but am able to tolerate and work and most of all play golf again. No problem with the constipation as I drink lots of water all day. Love this drug. If you don't already know Avinza offers a discount coupon. New coupon due out in January to help pay. Cut my out of pocket expence by 90%. I pay $17.00."


"Very good medication. helps alot with the symptoms of psychosis. Its not a cure though I still had to work on my problems. -1 point because it gives me dry mouth and makes it so a cannot tolerate as much alcohol. -1 another point cause its not 100 percent effective but still works great. overall 8/10"


"Doesn't drain me at all, quite the opposite--once I got the dosage right I was more awake, motivated and out of the dreaded "fibro fog," perhaps from less pain that seems subtle. This medication does nothing for "as needed" pain, but without realizing it I dropped opiod pain medication use by 75% and enjoy a near-steady sense of calm. Be careful with ambitious dosing, 300 mg at a time really is enough, one too many pills in doctor dosing trials put me right back in a fog. Legs & arms no longer have "pins and needles," my body parts "fall asleep" significantly less, and that sense of widespread nerve pain has diminished. Looses some major points in its 3x a day dosing, I don't skip skip a beat, but nobody wants to be tied to a pill."


"I started .75 dose in November of 2016. It immediately curbed my appetite and helped me lose 37 lbs by Feb 2017. There is a little stomach discomfort sometimes but its not too bad. There is also constipation for about 3 days each week, but I believe its from the colon not moving anything. The med slows digestion. My experience with the med is positive, much more than with Bydureon. That's was a nightmare. I recently went to a low carb high fat diet and its working even better now. I hope this helps someone out there. PS, And don't let the doc start you on the higher dose. Ask for samples or rebates because most insurers don't cover it."


"I have used Aubagio for 18months after being on Avonex for 8 years. I love that I no longer have to stab my thigh with an inch and a half needle. I don't have any of the problems that others have talked about. I haven't had an MRI lately, so I don't know if things have gotten any worse. I feel ok but have problems with balance and walking which I had before starting Aubagio. I will continue on Aubagio."


"Made me nervous and fidgety. Took it for depression but it increased my anxiety. Then they diagnosed me with bipolar disorder and took me off this."


"Have been taking 10 mg for about 2 years, doctor recently increased to 50 mg, my legs are cramping up and are sore from where they have cramped. I am going to doctor tomorrow to see if dose can be reduced."


Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone

"After hysterectomy, the hot flashes and night sweats were awful, and I had no sex drive/sensations at all. The Estratest combination got rid of my hot flashes and night sweats and helped with the lack of sex drive and sensations. Also felt more clear-headed. I took the 0.625/1.25 dosage. I plan to reduce dosage as I can to eventually wean myself from the drugs entirely."


"Excellent anti-inflammatory/NSAID. Worked well on a sprained big toe that caused swelling in that area. It works better than the store brand generic. I know people claim they are the same, but I can tell the difference."


"I'm now on week 7 of my champix
I've stopped for over 5 weeks now I've felt good up until this week where I have been agitated nausea and headaches.
I'm going to cut down to one tablet a day as its after I take my night tablet I get these symptoms.
I'm thrilled I'm now a non smoker and the champix has definitely helped but I think  a lot is down to cutting out habits changing your daily routine which I have done.
Good luck to everyone if I can do it anyone can."


"I wanted to write this in the hope of helping others.  I've been dealing with chronic back pain that got a lot worse and intolerable the last few months. I couldn't sit, or drive without back spasms and shooting nerve pain. I was at my wits end. I tried a medrol 5 day pack, it didn't seem to help much. My doctor suggested a low dose 20mg of cymbalta. I was desperate so I thought I would try it and it's made a major difference- almost immediately. The side effects were bad for about 3-4 days, super tired, yawning non stop, very fuzzy, and no appetite. But I've been on it now for almost a month and I'm back to light workouts, and able to do mostly normal things. It does effect your libido though. My Dr also recommended Valium at night."


"I was prescribed this drug for occasional anxiety issues, related to pressure at work. I took it during an extremely stressful time where I experienced extraordinary anxiety. The first day it helped me quite a lot, by taking away the negative feeling in my chest and making me more relaxed and social. Later in the day, it made me very awake, without impairing my sleep. I took it for another 4-5 days every day in 2.5-10mg to try with different dosage. The positive impact faded and I got serious problems with side effects. I could hardly sleep any longer and the combination with diphenhydramin (sleeping pill) made it even worse, by excessively reducing my heart rate and respiratory condition. The last 2 days i hardly slept, due to 'hypnic jerks"


"Was put on amitryptyline (25 mg) to control tinnitus, had no effect on my pre-existing hyperhidrosis, which actually became worse while on the medication. Did not work at all for me."


"I have a heavy flow to say the least. I get horrible PMS as well and cramping that I believe is just not normal. It almost makes me pass out at times, the pill told me to start it on the Sunday of my period  and I did. I'm bleeding so heavy and the cramps are worse."


"Worked great for my sinus and allergies. Had head and throats issues so bad so the pharmacist recommended Claritin D 24 hr.... I made the mistake of taking it at noon and it is now 6am and I'm still awake. Wired and jittery and my anxiety is ragging. I can't stop still... not worth the lack of sleep."


"I am on day 2 of the 5 day dose pack. Relief from upper respiratory symptoms has been rapid and effective. 48 hrs ago I was having severe coughing fits, sneezing, painful sinus pressure, lethargy, blocked nasal passages, unable to lie down without inducing severe bouts of coughing. 36 hrs ago I took the loading dose, and 12 hrs ago the day 2 dose. My cough is all but gone, I am able to breathe normally, my  voice is back nearly to normal, the sinus pressure is gone, and I have stopped taking the decongestant I was using. This afternoon I went out shopping. I have noticed no side effects, others than a mild  nausea after the day 1 dose, which may or may not have been from the medicine. This is my second highly positive experience with this medicine."


"I've been relapsing since I started drinking 10 years ago. I tried Campral, but didn't bother to take it as prescribed, often forgetting. After my 3rd rehab, and years of AA and counselling, this has been the most amazing medication I've ever taken. I had zero hope it would work, given it didn't before (again, even tho I forgot to take it sometimes), but it has been a miracle. I mean a miracle. I can walk through the grocery store, see the liquor area, and not be have any desire to drink. I have a three particular triggers I cannot avoid, and have always relapsed due to them. However, I no longer feel the desire to drink now when experiencing them. I go to counselling and DBT, but nothing worked before. Do yourself a favor and try it."


"Lithium put me in the hospital for a month.  I was on a respiratory tube 10 days and in a coma for 2.  It really worked before this stay.  I was also in renal for 10 days.  Once I was released my doc tried Trileptal with an anti-anxiety med and I have been episode-free for almost 3 years.  Lithium is great but have your blood levels checked VERY frequently.  If you're having trouble with other medz, please consider giving this a try.  I feel like a different person!"


"I have had the nexplanon since June 12,2015... before nexplanon I was on depo.. since having nexplanon I only had mild cramping... I haven't had a cycle since my daughter (who is now 7) was six months old... I switched from depo to nexplanon because it just seemed easier than going to dr every 3 months for the depo shot... the mild cramping only last a few months and have had no other problems since... I would definitely recommend the nexplanon for long term birth control method.... sex has been great too... without a cycle I can have sex all the time and not worry about having another pregnancy..."


"Never take this drug.  There are other alternatives.  I am on my 6th day and I have numbness in my hands, diarrhea, headaches, nausea, extreme fatigue and now I am breaking out in acne all over my body.

Talk to your Dr about other alternatives.  This is horrible beyond explanation."


"I take dilaudid for a severe kidney stone condition.  I take the pills at home (4mg), although I start by cutting them in half and only take 2mg to start.  If 2mg don't help, I take the other half of the pill for a total of 4mg.  I take the dilaudid in combination with MS Contin.  Like many others have said, I have tried many other pain medications and dilaudid is the ONLY thing that helps me with my pain.  Morphine does not help (it makes me very sick - although the long acting MS Contin is ok).

When the pills are not able to control my pain, or after surgery I take IV dilaudid, and this is the best pain medication.  There have been times I've been curled in a ball in tears the pain has been so bad and this works instantly."


"I have had the Implanon in for almost 3 years now. I have had no problems with it that I can recall! I have actually lost weight being on it, after the first 2-3 months I did not get my period unless I was on antibiotics and the insertion was painless! It did hurt quite a bit for me for about 1.5 weeks after though, but I think that was because at the job I had at the time, I was lifting boxes and things like that on a regular basis (I worked at a liquor store). Since then the one thing that I noticed, and so has my twin sister, the more sex you have, your period will return with the cramping and all! I was not thrilled about that! "


"I was on this drug many years ago, and the side effects were terrible, couldn't drive, felt like a zombie, and slept most of the time. So was very reluctant to go back on it. I did give pregabalin a whirl and so far so good, I am supposed to be on 75mg 3 times a day, although due to my past experience will only take them at night so one 75mg, I am so surprised not any side effects like last time, although a weird sensation on my right cheek like a cool breeze feeling all the time, feels bizarre!"


"I am on day 4 now of the generic form of Flagyl and I think it's starting to clear up. My doctor also prescribed the gel in case it doesn't, but I haven't picked it up from the pharmacy yet. Day 1 I definitely suffered some nausea, but it seems to be improving. So far so good."


"I just turned 30 last month. I started Adipex in November 2012. Lost 10 lbs and thought I could keep going without the pills. Ended up gaining all the 10 back, plus another 10 after all the holidays. I was 230 lbs, 5ft 7 in. I got back on Adipex 4 weeks ago and I am now 210 lbs!! I only get to the gym maybe 3 times a week. I used to get dry mouth, so drank more water. I pretty much ate what I wanted, but a lot less of it considering the pills make me not hungry at all. So now starting strict diet, I should be able to lose more than 20 lbs a month!"


"This is the worst birth control. The cramps after getting it were similar to labor. I was always dizzy and got depressed. As soon as I got it out the symptoms disappeared."


"Sciatica pain and related SEVERE knee pain is almost completely gone after two days."


"I am a black male   50 years old 5'5 beginning weight 226 pounds. I started taking contrave 08/18/2017. Today is just about my 4th week taking it and I have lost 9 pounds. At first I thought is wasn't working but now I have to make myself eat. Only side effect I had when I first started was a little nausea an a few headaches. After two days the side affects were gone. I weighed 217 this morning and my goal is to get down to about 190 pounds. So far so good."


"I have been on this pill for a little over a year. When I first started it, I had my period for a month and a half. It was the worst. Everything was okay for a while. But now I notice I'm bloated all the time to the point where I don't feel like eating. It makes me very emotional too because I cry over anything. But it did make my breasts bigger and it made my acne go away also. It's a good pill for the most part but it does have its downfalls. And not to mention its the only birth control pill I've ever taken."


"I perforated a stomach ulcer, at age of only 33 y/o, and Protonix saved my life (after emergency surgery). ;-)"


"After surgery my uvula was SO swollen, so my surgeon prescribed this. It didn't help much though, as it took 3  days to get my uvula back to a normal size. Just my personal experience."


"I have been taking hydroxychloroquine for 6  Years.   I have primary sjogren's, hashimoto's. Before, I was tired all the time and could not lift a 3 lb dumbbell. Sometimes I could barely walk, my neck, knees, elbows, etc. we're always in pain. The bottoms of my feet hurt - I dreaded getting out of bed in the morning. Initially I took 2 of the 200 mg tabs/day.  Years later this was cut to 100mg/day.  3 weeks ago -- at my request - doc let me cut it in half to 50 mg/day. I am 58 years old go to the gym 4-5 X/week. Yesterday I did chest press w/ 60 lbs, heaved 50 lb barbell over head, did rows with 90 lbs... I love plaquenil."


"It's a couple hours into the first day of treatment and I feel like someone is ramming a flaming cactus up my vagina. Someone either murder me or tell me how to make it stop."


"I'm on 300mg 3x a day. It's my lifesaver for neuropathy and restless legs.  It allows me to sleep at night.  I find the only side effect is increased appetite."


"I have a cyst growing between my 4L and 5L, sitting on a bundle of nerves. Found after an MRI. I also have degenerative arthritis in my spine.  I started with 25mg three times a day, it didn't do much at all. Then was put on 75 mg at bedtime, again not much relief. Now I'm on 75 mg twice daily and a 25 mg as needed. I also take 2 extra strength Tylenol, three times daily.  Needless to say I'm in La,La, Land. My speech is slurred, I'm tired all the time, and my memory sucks, I have the shakes if I wait too long to take my medication. I have some jerking movements, and blurred vision. I'm afraid to cut back on my meds, and I'm having back surgery next month. So I will get back to you on my results with that. Surgery is my last ditch effort."


"I have used Ocella for years and have not had any major problems. The most I have felt is some breast tenderness close to my period which I have always had and sometimes some mild nausea my first 2 days or so on the pill during the first active week. I am happy with the effectiveness. I had irregular and very heavy periods that would last 11 days. This medicine has given me light and regular periods normally lasting 5 days. I haven't experienced any emotional side effects or severe physical effects."


"Went to rheumatologist for fibromyalgia symptoms and he prescribed Pamelor to help me sleep.  ?  He prescribed nothing for pain as he told me my fibromyalgia was very mild.  I think the doctor was a quack!   I took it twice and both nights I was up all night and completely zonked in the morning.  Only 10mgs and this stuff made me foggier than fibro fog. It was horrible. Do not recommend."


"Hey guys I'm back again I just finished my 1st week on Phen 37.5. And I have lost a total of 12.8 pounds. I did not skip any meals although I wasn't always hungry. I made sure to eat something. I was already a big water drinker before starting it just made me drink more because my throat was always dry. 270.1 to 257.3 from July 28th to Aug. 5th. I did experience severe constipation though but a little magnesium citrate fixed that up. Female 22"


"It's not working. I still stay up or get up 5 to 6 time a night."


"This is the worst thing. Have had nothing but horrible pain since getting it 12 months ago . Have had it removed today after being hospitalised for excruciating pain. They could not find any reason as to why and I have always thought it was this horrible device. A medical
Professional also told me hers was removed due to issues and she had met many others who have suffered. Do not do it !"


"I've been taking Seroquel (100mgs) for 2 months now.  It's been great.  I've had treatment resistant depression for years and have taken every antidepressant on the market with little to no help.  I was running out of energy and time.  After trying Abilify (bad akathesia), Lamictal (still taking), we tried Seroquel and within a 2 week period I was back in life.  What a wonderful gift.  I'm very thankful.  Also, I've had refractory insomnia that has been alleviated as well."


"Paranoia significantly alleviated and mind activity controllable with medication"


"I love my Loestrin. It was the first pill I was ever put on, and I was put on it at a young age (freshman year of high school) because my period used to be unbearable. I'm talking crippling pain from cramps, to the point where I couldn't go to school for days. I went off of it for a while, for no reason other than I was too lazy to get my prescription refilled (haha). I am now back on it as a freshman in college, and I fell in love with the drug again! My skin (which I've recently had bad acne issues for some reasons) is finally clearing up, I haven't gained a pound, my breasts are growing (thank goodness), and my period is light as a feather and only lasts two to three days. I highly suggest this pill."


"PLEASE DON'T TAKE LEVAQUIN  or any other fluoroquinolone.  It can destroy all of the tendons in your body and cause severe organ damage.  It has basically disabled me.  There are AT LEAST tens of 1,000s of people harmed by this drug.  The FDA put out a black box warning against this drug in July 2016.  Please read it!"


"Over the years I've tried a number of different medications. I tried switching to Abilify from Seroquel because of weight gain.

My mood on it was good, but the side effects far out weighed any positive reaction. I couldn't sit still and I felt like I was going to jump out of my skin. As far as all of my experiences with medications it's probably the worst I've ever felt. I literally did not sleep for DAYS, I couldn't concentrate, I couldn't get comfortable in ANY position (standing, sitting, or even laying down), and I felt like my thoughts were out of control. But it was worth a shot. I went on to a combination of Zoloft and Lamictal, which works very well for me. "


"I began using Nasonex to help with nasal congestion and snoring. Worked really well. I was also on Cymbalta and Lamictal for depression. About the same time I started the Nasonex, I began to suffer from acute, chronic migraines, as many as 20 per month. I went through 5 different neurologists/specialists during a SIX year period in which I was more or less bedridden. When the drug company stopped supplying it in September, I had to stop taking it, and haven't had a migraine since. Doctors need to be made more aware of the link between Nasonex and migraines. This condition is incredibly hard to diagnose and treat, as everyone has different triggers. Doctors don't know- for six years they got nowhere-- I was the one who figured it out."


"Two DVT and life situation had my docs place me on Xarelto. I've had all the side effects migraines non stop for a month. The lower dose helped but still vet them every couple weeks. Hair falling out in clumps dizziness at the start. Heavy periods but that ended with move to an IUD.

Still for the side effects the lack of blood testing and with my high stress life thankful for these meds. But look forward to being off them."


"I started using differin 0.1% in November 2016, fast forward to January 2017 and I couldn't be happier! I'm 26 and have been battling with acne since I was around 13. I have tried all sorts of products and regimes and sometimes had success but it never lasted long. I had tried differin before but never stuck it out long enough to see its full benefits, this time I did and my skin is thanking me for it. I've kept my skin care regiment very simple. I use a very gentle cleanser in the morning then a benzyl peroxide 5% gel then a moisturiser on top. In the evening I use the same cleanser then the differin cream, I always allow it to soak in for at least an hour then follow up with my moisturiser. This cream takes time to work but be patient."


"I wanted to try this pill because I was diagnosed with Severe Anemia. I'm trying to save my Hemoglobin not get rid of it. I didn't bleed for the first 3 weeks, now I can't stop bleeding... Huge clots, massive cramps, totally gross, and a continuous headache.  I can't sleep and I crave junk food all the time. I'm almost done with my 3rd month and I bleed every day. Pregnancy is not an issue in my case, I'm just trying another method in order not to have my period so much. Camrese fail!"


"I am taking Gavilyte now. I have drank 4 cups and that is all I can handle. If I try to do anymore I will just throw it up anyway. It seems to be working so hopefully 4 cups is enough. I sure hope they come up with a much better way to prepare for a colonoscopy by the next time I have to do this. This is awful!"


"This stuff works great.  Clear head and reduced asthma reaction to allergens.  The only problem is if I take it at night it is real hard to get out of bed in the morning and I am usually groggy for the first couple hours at work."


"I have suffered from menstrual migraines for many years. Was taking too much Imitrex (10x per month) so asked the doctor about a preventive, everyday. He prescribed 25mg of Elavil at bedtime. Makes me very drowsy but this month had only 3 migraines instead of the usual 10. So I'm crossing my fingers."


"Effexor was the first medicine given to me when I started having panic attacks. It helped me with my depression and stopped the crying spells. But I still continued to have panic attacks."


"Following the death of my 3 year old daughter I started taking this also Valdoxan at night and anti calm during the day I also suffer from anxiety , Prozac has helped me get up in the day time and go out and changed my attitude also obviously it's false happiness but it helps me forget my pain and have a giggle during the day it eases my pain"


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"I have been using this medicine for the last 7 to 10yrs and it has absolutely been a life saver. In the long agonizing minutes of a migraine, nothing can compare to the relief you will get when you take Midrin and the best thing is that it doesn't make you feel funny or bad afterwards."


"Asking my doctor about Zoloft was one of the best decisions for me. I have suffered from anxiety as long as I can remember. I feel like a new person now. I didn't even fully realize how bad it was until taking Zoloft. I didn't want to take meds, I thought my anxiety was just part of who I was and something I would have to deal with forever. Zoloft has changed my life."


"I recently bought the PS4 VR helmet. Almost every game made me motion sick. I tried Dramamine by taking it one hour before playing. Not one game bothered me at all. I played four straight hours and had a blast. I have only tried this once and had 100% success. Today I am giving it a go again!"


"Bactrim cleared my skin up in less than a week. I did forget to take it for a few days and it did come back, but cleared up right away as soon as I took it twice a day again. "


"I have read reviews below and noticed most people find those with low rating helpful. We should all remember that this is a birth control method and goes against nature. There will definitely be side effects and there is nothing that works the same for everyone. We all have different experiences and would like to write some more about the good things. I had mine inserted in March this year and can not be happier. I have used the pill and the IUD before. While on the pill, I got pregnant. I decided to use the IUD afterward. Took it out because I would bleed heavily for 2 weeks every month. With Implanon, I have not had my periods, no weight gain. Got some cramping and low libido, but I can live with it. Oh, and I am not pregnant. Give it a try."


"It is AMAZING.  My cycle used to be very irregular and heavy and I used to get very sick where I could not even move! This pill improved my symptoms within the first month the change was remarkable! I love it."


"Took for sinus infection in 2009. At the time I wasn't warned that strenuous activity could cause permanent damage while on this med. I torn a muscle so bad it wouldn't heal. Immediately began getting neuropathy. It progressed and worsened over time. Now... after 8 years, it's finally taken over my body's nervous system and enlarged trunk lines of nerve paths all over body. Hands are numb, feet are numb, sharp pains all over, torn muscle is now a grizzle and emits sharp debilitating pain. Polyneuropathy is progressing slowing but surely. Had to stop working because of pain. Taking Lyrica and NSAIDs... doesn't help much. At end of road! No cure... doctors says it reminds them of exposure to agent orange...  DO NOT USE THIS DRUG!"


"I had used testosterone injection therapy with mixed results.  My doctor was concerned about possible heart attacks in an article he read, so he switched me to Axiron.  I took it 4 or 5 months.  I did not find Axiron hard to apply other than waiting 3 minutes between deodorant and application.  Sometimes, I felt a bit warm as far as body temperature afterwards.   The problem was, it didn't work for me.  Sexual function got worse and worse, and I just had a blood test where my testosterone was 105, horrendously low for mid 40's person.  So basically, my body does not absorb it."


"I just started taking these today, hopefully I will have the same luck as some of you!"


"I was prescribed fioricet for migraines. Not only didn't it help the migraine, fioricet caused my heart rate to skyrocket (due to the amount of caffeine it contains) and gave me an absolutely WICKED rebound headache the next day. In fact, the rebound headache was worse than the original migraine. Needless to say, I threw the rest of the pills down the toilet.
Fioricet is also EXTREMELY addicting if taken more than 3 times per month. Astonishingly, I was prescribed 1 to 2 tablets EVERY 8 hours for migraines with NO WARNING whatsoever from my doctor about how addicting this medication is. Thank God it didn't work for me or else I'd be a fioricet addict facing withdrawal whenever the drug isn't taken. It should be taken off the market"


"The first two months were not fun but than it got better. I have been on it for almost 3 years and I'm very happy with it. My periods are regular and I have had no mood swings, cramps, or migraines. I love it. Only thing is it is expensive and my insurance only covers 10 percent but it's worth it because it works so well."


"I've been on Trinessa for over 7 years, and I've had no problems at all.  Very rarely, on weeks two and four, I'll get a blemish, but I barely even notice it.  No cramps, regular period to the 28th day like clockwork, and no pregnancy.  I stopped taking it for about 3 months and didn't get my period for the whole time, but once I started back, it went right back to normal."


"I have been taking Pristiq for 3 days now.  Some side effects I've had are dry mouth, dilated pupils, trouble sleeping (going to start taking it early morning now) and sweating during the night-time.  I just spoke to my Doctor who said to cut my 50 mg dose pills in half and start taking half in the morning to see if the side effects subside.  The good things are:  I have energy, no more food cravings, no more crying episodes and I  feel more at ease during stressful moments."


"I had my Skyla inserted in May of 2014. I have a condition that I have to take medication  which limited me from the use of other birth controls. Skyla gives me a lot more comfort because it is more effective than other methods of birth control. I do get cysts that grow on my uterus and rupture mostly before my cycle which is very painful, but the pain is worth the results! I highly recommend this birth control."


"I'm a 47 year old who started out with 4 pumps of 1% Androgel after a few weeks my levels went from 250 to 450.  General health I felt a lot better. Noticed improvement in my energy level. I was having a very difficult time motivating and always feeling weak. My energy level has come back. After about 2-3 weeks my doctor switched me to 2 pumps of the 1.62% Androgel.  I still have my energy, but now having some of the side-effects listed.  My urination is not so good.  Short streams and much more often.  Another side-effect is my breathing.  Seem to have a heavy chest and some difficulty breathing.  I'm going to see if I can go back down to the 1% gel to see if that helps."


"I was diagnosed with postpartum depression after the birth of my 3rd son. I'm on venlafaxine for the 2nd time. The 1st time I disliked it because it seemed to have weird side effects. Now, I'm almost 3 weeks into it and I feel like a million bucks! My depersonalization seems to be so much better, my mood is better, I'm playing with my kids more than I have been. Starting to care about myself, have motivation to workout, more patient and able to handle my kids again! Venlafaxine gave me my life back. Not looking forward to tapering but that's a long way down the road. But I've found taking it at night is the best. I don't seem to have any side effects beside weight loss but who is going to hate that!"


"This summer I decided that I was finally going to begin acne treatment for my face. Surprisingly, being in the sun helped a lot and then my doctor recommended epiduo. I was excited to finally have clear skin. Then I tried it out for two weeks. I noticed my skin getting progressively worse. Then after a while, I began feeling an odd burning sensation. The next morning I woke up to blotchy, painful, burning skin. Basically nothing could soothe it and I started school later that week. The burning was terrible and makeup couldn't cover it. I've tried various moisturizers but none helped. I was stuck with skin that was a lot worse than before I started, and a blotchy, burning, bright red spotty face. I don't recommend trying this product."


"I've been on this med for 2 weeks so far and will be continuing for about a month ...I have some bacterial acne since the birth of my second child :( and I couldn't handle it anymore !!) I feel so bad for all the people  with bad experiences but I have to say I've had none...and I take the full dose twice a day I have had a wee headache a few times but nothing an advil  didn't cure, so I guess use at your own risk? But working great for me personally"


"I was on this pill for two years. My periods were very light and I liked it a lot at first. Over those two years 20-22, I went from 119lbs to 145lbs. I work out five days a week and eat pretty healthy. I switched to Ortho-Cyclen six months ago and I'm back down to 127lbs without trying."


"The first day I took Tamiflu I Felt a little better, I took it after I ate a soup and a bowl of jello, and I didn't have nausea or vomiting.

The second day after I took the morning capsule (3hrs after), I felt very good and stay like that the rest of the day, a couple hrs ago took the night capsule after I ate dinner and I didn't feel any nausea or vomiting. Remember I ate a big bowl of jello.

I really can say Tamiflu is helping me to fight all the severe  symptoms of the Flu,  and I will continue taking it for the next 3 days of the treatment....

I will letting you know my experience after the 5 day..."


"Diagnosed with Crohn's at 42. Took Asacol till a couple years ago. It was no longer available. Now on Asacol HD. Works well and no flares in 2 years. Price is expensive. Our insurance just sent us a letter they will no longer cover it starting next month. Gastro doc will be switching me to another name brand (Lialda). I hope it works the same!"


"I have been through med after med with either they don't work, stop working or the side effects are too much for me to handle.  Now I am on Savella, at the 25mg twice a day in the tritrate pack and I have to say it is a God send so far.  Yes, the nausea is a bit harsh but Doc says that will pass if I can just give it a chance.  The energy and uplifting mood I have seen so far even at not full dose is amazing.  I have not felt this way in years and it feels darned good.  Yes the pain is still there, but a bit better.  Hope the med holds out and stays working, will update."


"There are a lot of horror stories out there about IUD's and I'd like to contribute to them because I was almost scared out of getting one because of stuff I read online. I got Skyla placed in December of 2016, which means I have had it for around 6 months. I would HIGHLY recommend Skyla to people that are looking for long term birth control. My doctor wanted to place Skyla instead of Mirena because of the angle of my cervix. He told me he had inserted many before, which was extremely comforting. The insertion was about a 5 on a pain scale, and the cramps after were pretty uncomfortable, but nothing ibuprofen couldn't handle. I have little to no side effects except nipple and breast tenderness and some cramping before periods. Get Skyla!"


"I took this for 4 months. It gave me awful almost dangerous constipation . I felt dumb most of the time. I was never sad nor happy. I wouldn't recommend this unless nothing else worked."


"I had unprotected sex and took Ella One on third day. I didn't get my period and fell pregnant. I had some implantation issues,  Vasa Previa (baby blood vessels blocking cervix). I can't help but think, although no concrete evidence that Ella One caused this. I now have a beautiful healthy baby boy which was born by csection due to this. Would change him for the world but wanted to say Ella One didn't work for me."


"i highly recomend the non-amnesic fentanyl instead.. see other review"


"I've been on nuvigil 150mg for over a week now, I work rotating shifts at work five days a week. I have had several side effects that was not the best, however the benefit have outweighed the risk. I have noticed that I can actually stay awake and not have the overwhelming urge to sleep. Which to me is wonderful to able to funtion like a normal person again, I'm still tired though, but functioning, and at the end of the day that is all I can ask for!"


"Although the drug's effects reduces symptoms rapidly (I felt better after the first day on it), I had extreme possible side-effects (especially vomiting, long after the illness had passed) which seemed disproportionate to the benefits of taking the drug.

This includes vomiting days after being on the drug."


"I was prescribed Avelox for 7 days for bronchitis, so far so good, the only side effect was a little dizziness and nausea."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation and Deficiency

"Bad hives. Vision blurrier. Floaters. Eye fatigue"


"taste was not bad. My doctor had me take a laxative the day before drinking super prep. It made a big difference. all told this prep is 1000 times better then drinking the gallon prep. my insurance cover total cost of the prep. do not believe all the negative posts"


"I'm a 33 YO female, and this is my first time being on any kind of anti-depressant.  I've been on Lexapro 10mg for about a month now.  I noticed an immediate increase in energy, and even felt a little jittery.  The doctor said it typically takes 2-3 weeks for it to fully kick in, but some people notice a change within 24-48 hours, which was me.  I have decreased appetite and a lot of foods upset my stomach, so I'm eating less as well.  Subsequently, I've lost some weight (which I like since I need to lose some!)  I feel like doing things again and actually have some sort of sex drive, which had been completely absent for a while with the depression.  I'm sleeping better, and it's easier to get out of bed.  So far, so good."


"Towards the end of the medication I was fine."


"Have been on Victoza for 6  weeks at this time, at the 1.2 dosage.  Experienced the nausea, however, it has subsided, no noticeable headaches, definitely lowered by blood sugars, morning and night times.  Have lost 22 lbs so far.  Am expecting to move up to the 1.8 after
2 months.  I don't miss the food, and definitely don't miss the weight."


"I have been on Bactrim for 1 week now and my skin is almost completely clear. I had a very bad infection across my chin and up to the right side of my nose, small red pumps, and and itchy rash that would peel over and got infected. Within 2 days I noticed a huge difference. This medicine saved my life for sure. Dermatitis and skin issues on the face can really do a number on your self esteem. I am back to almost clear skin and so so happy. A little tired and was dizzy at first but promethazine helps with that if your doctor can prescribe it, helps with nausea. other then that, this medicine rocks."


"I drank juice, black coffee, gator aid, orange juice, chicken and beef broth all day. Couldn't drink clear light grape juice, it was too sweet. Wasn't too hungry, but knew I couldn't eat anyway. The Suprep was hard to get down, could have been a bit smoother, got to work on the sweetness. It worked within 10 minutes, I thought it would take a few hours. It's 8:30 PM now and I feel pretty cleansed. Still drinking Gatoraid. I'll take step two when I wake up at 6AM, I have to be at the clinic at 7:30, I hope I can make the ride there without stopping or messing up. Glad I only have do this every 10 years."


"At the beginning, it caused a LOT of nausea. I would wake up in the middle of the night feeling awful. I'm about 6 months in now, and the nausea has almost disappeared. The only times it comes back are when I don't eat when taking the pill. I never get pimples or acne anymore and my periods are tolerable. It's protected me really well from pregnancy so far and hope it stays that way!"


"I am starting my 3rd week on Prozac, 20 mg daily.  I feel like a new person and am so grateful.  I agonized over this choice for weeks, but after 6 months of unbearable anxiety and sadness, then skyrocketing blood pressure, I knew I had to do something. I visited my GP - we did the physical, blood tests, etc. to rule out other factors.  It turns out empty nest   beginning menopause have done a number on me.  The medicine made me feel nauseous, sleepy, like being on cold medicine.  On the 10th day, my appetite returned! I don't notice side effects at all anymore.  The sadness - 97% gone.  The anxiety - 75% gone.  I also start visits with a therapist in 2 weeks.  Again, I'm grateful to get my life back."


"Not effective for me I think it's a placebo I experience severe headaches was really not effective for them"


"I had sex the day before my period and the condom broke. We immediately went to purchase the emergency contraception. The next day I went to Planned Parenthood to see if I should also purchase Ella. The doctor told me since I was a little above the weight for Plan B, I should take Ella also as a backup. The symptoms I received was Nausea, Fatigue, Excruciating Headaches.. And about a week or so after taking the pills, I received a horrible case of a yeast infection. Causing me to go running back to Planned Parenthood to get a prescription for Yet another pill. 3 weeks after taking Plan B, my cycle had finally came (4 days earlier than usual) and it was extremely light. The next week (today), to be safe, I took 2 ClearBlue Plus pregnancy test and they were both Negative!!!!!!!"


"I’ve been dealing with a lot lately that is out of my control and have admittedly been depressed most of my life (I am 29 years old). A breakup reeked havoc on my mental health and I consulted a psychiatrist. Was prescribed generic 37.5mg for 2 weeks then was instructed to double dose.
First pill took around 11am yesterday, by 2pm I was nauseous, dry heaving, had incredibly bad diarrhea, double vision, back pain, and was becoming very lethargic. My jaw was clenched most of the day and I was grinding my teeth all night. I didn’t sleep well, woke up pacicking and having racing thoughts.
Doctor said to quit taking it. One pill was enough. Never again."


"Just started 2nd week... no side effects... not losing weight yet... stay tuned"


"Worst pill ever!!! I started taking this pill to regulate my period, clear my skin, and combat night sweats. I figure at mid 40s, I might be just now losing to much  estrogen.

Within one week, I went from having a high sex drive to none. I had hot flashes all day and was sweating like a gross animal, which only increased my acne. The fun continued as I had day long anxiety! There was no way I was waiting to see if my body regulated.. This pill got the trash!"


"My son had a severe skin infection so my doctor gave him this medicine. He took it immediately on a empty stomach. He had just got home from Doctor's office. It made him sick so he threw up. I called the Doctor's office and told them what happeened and they told me to not give it to him anymore. It wasn't worth the side effect for my son."


"I experienced depressive episodes once every 10 years or so, 18 months duration. When my husband died suddenly of coronary problems in '89, I was in a down stage--which didn't change until the Dr. and I found Lamictal. Tried 11 meds before without result, still locked into depression. Was tired or hyper while we worked out the dosage. Very slight hair loss was a small price to pay for a new life! Friends even remarked on the favorable attitude change. I can't thank the developers enough and it's a shame it doesn't work for all bipolar II sufferers!"


"One negative thing, I believe it has decreased my libido. I was never one to have huge desires every single day but I noticed I have barely any drive at all. I've been on this for about 2 years. The biggest thing for me, it cleared up my awful hormonal acne. I used to be on Lo Lo-Estrin and that ruined my skin. I still have some scars. It hasn't helped a ton with oil production on my face either. I still tend to be oily. As far as weight gain, this pill hadn't affected me that way."


"I was put on Solodyn on Thursday ..And given a tazarac cream and face wipe . I use the wipe in every morning . I use the tazorac cream at night with a neutrogena moisturizer  and I mix it and rub it on my face . I do this at night . I first wash my face tho than apply medicine and moisturizer. ... Today is now Sunday and I noticed my face has made ally of improvement . I statedwhat I had been instructed . If seems like I'm doing it correctly because my face is much more clear.

However it's been 4 days and I noticed feelings a bit strange . I have a headache . I'm not at good at having headaches . I'm wondering if my headaches are  link to this meds .... I haven't noticed anything else besides headaches"


"I took Clomid for the first time last month. My husband and I tried for a year. I have a blocked Fallopian tube. I had to use estrogen medicine also because my uterine lining was too thin. Then my doctor had me use HCG shot to stimulate ovulation since Clomid can apparently mess up if/when ovulation occurs. I took the HCG shot over 2 weeks ago. I noticed some weird symptoms a few days ago and I just took multiple pregnancy tests. And I'm pregnant! So Clomid worked great for me so far. Yay!"


"I've been on implanon since Jan 2011 and for the first 6 months it was great. I didn't have a cycle or any side effects but then things went down hill. I have had back pains, headaches, my cycle is unpredictable I bleed from 5-14 days and have gained a tremendous amount of weight. I've been bleeding so much to the point where my blood count has been low and my doctor has had to give me a pill form to take with implanon to slow the bleeding. The only positive thing is that I haven't got pregnant. I get this removed Jan 2014 and can't wait. I'll probably go back to depo"


"Uncomfortable first day or two, by day three it starts clearing up, day four little to no symptoms, by day 5 completely gone. As a first time user I was cautious and hesitant about using otc medicine. If you can get past the uncomfortability of the first two days then you will do just fine."


"I was not on my period, had no medication to open my cervix, and had no numbing spray. The insertion was painful for about 30 seconds. I was sweating, had abdominal cramps that felt like I was going to have diarrhea, and some menstrual cramps. I had bad cramps for about 2 hours after insertion. I had no bleeding after insertion & didn't have a period until 8 weeks later. I recommend having someone drive you home & taking a heating pad with you. Take Motrin like an hour before you go. I would 100% do it again & hope that the rest of my time with it works out. So far I feel like my sex drive has increased which had always been a problem on other birth control. My husband cannot feel it my doc says the strings are wrapped around my cervix."


"I think I might be allergic to this medicine as I had the hives in the evening from my scalp down. "


"I just turned 17 and my GP prescribed me 10mg of Citalopram. I have not been taking it for long, only a week however I am seeing the benefits (and side affects) already. I feel less depressed, and my need for self harming as well as suicidal thoughts have decreased substantially in the week. My appetite however has disappeared, and the feeling for food often doesn't happen (I don't feel hunger pains). I suggest bringing snacks like nuts around to fill you up (A handful fills me up on this medication). I also have some trouble sleeping at night, but once I fall asleep I found I stay asleep. Overall I find the drug has helped me; however it has been a little bit of a hassle figuring out graduation plans (With drinking...)"


"Hello all
Today is day one and here are my stats
51 yrs old, 5'4" and 213 pounds
Have been struggling with my weight since quiting smoking 8 years ago, that combined with severe depression and stress has taken me from a weight of 150 pounds to 213
I am desperate at this point as I am always hungry, praying this works
I have just started to go to gym again 3-4 days per week
Will post again in 2 weeks....wish me luck"


"I started taking this pill a few months back. The first two weeks were really bad. I bled constantly, acted crazy and called my Dr to get off of it. She asked me to stick with it for a month. So glad I did! I haven't had a period since, which I love. I've lost 6 lbs with no change to my diet and my breasts are up a size! I have so much energy. This pill is amazing. Stick through the first pack. It's tough, but very much worth it."


"Given me a better quality of life"


"I have only used this spray for two days, but wow! I feel like I'm 30 again....I love it!! I didn't know I felt that bad, until my first dose. About 7 hours later, I felt like dancing, and I've been super happy ever since."


"I had shaky legs so bad and could not sleep.  My primary care doctor prescribed Requip, but I had awful side effects on Requip."


"I have been on the Nuva Ring for about two months and while I know it takes a few months for your body to get acclimated, this has been a nightmare. I have tried a variety of different forms of birth control and none have given me more symptoms than this. My sex drive has always been above average and since being on this birth control, I have had zero desire to have sex and when I do, it takes quite a bit of foreplay to get me only barely wet. On top of that, my mood swings are INSANE. I have been more angry in these last two months than in my whole 25 years of life. While it is great for convenience, I would not recommend this certain type of birth control to anyone."


"I took a generic brand 1 day miconazole. HUGE mistake. First came a terrible itch and for the past couple of hours I have been burning like crazy. Extremely uncomfortable. I've used it before years ago with no problem but I'd like to know what has changed. Please listen to the reviews."


"I've had Nexplanon since March 2014. At first I was so so so happy with it. It was so easy and I had no periods for awhile. After about three months with it in I started to get depressed and have anxiety attacks 24/7. I'm constantly hyperventilating. I couldn't figure out why it was happening until I did research on my birth control yesterday. I thought I was going crazy. My anxiety is so bad that it has caused 24/7 depersonalization. I don't feel like myself anymore and my acne is cystic and doesn't go away with any kind of face wash -even with prescribed face wash. I have my period 2 weeks to 3 weeks out of each month, which is irritating when you are in a serious relationship. So I made an appointment to have it removed, fingers crossed."


"I was given Linzess from my VA GI doctor. At first it didn't work and I had these explosive episodes of diarrhea, the Dr said to cut back on it which I did. All I can say is that it works for me. I haven't had any tummy spasms. I go to the restroom more often. After years of trying to figure out what was wrong I can honestly say I am happy with the results."


"After the results of the latest 10 year study came out in late 2016 claiming the safety of the product, I decided to ask my doctor to put me on it for my Osteoarthritis. It helped immensely! I am sure my pain was decreased by at LEAST 30-40% if not more!  When you're in constant pain and discomfort, that amount is a huge relief! I started just a few weeks before my hip replacement due to "bone on bone" caused by my osteoarthritis. ANY relief is welcome!  I would most definitely recommend this to anyone to at least try! I use the generic brand."


"EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT.  I had a great experience with Macrobid. I am actually allergic to a few meds so I was relieved to have one for a mean UTI I got over the last few days. I actually started taking it Macrobid, 100MG twice daily for 7 days, BEFORE coming to this site to read the reviews. Firstly, it says to take it with food or milk, so many probably didn't follow those directions b/c it will give you nausea/vomiting if you don't. The only side effect I've had is drowsiness. But my doctor also prescribed me with metronidazole 500mg, taken twice daily WITH the Macrobid to offset symptoms that can bring on a yeast infection etc.  I only get UTIs once or twice a year, but this one reared it's ugly head and Macrobid worked wonders for me."


"I only used Nuvaring for 8 days. I didn't have cramping or anything but in the first 5 days I gained 5 lbs despite exercising 5 days per week.  I also started salivating a lot more (on the verge of drooling), had a much increased appetite, was nauseous, and on the day I decided to remove it, I was very dizzy for most of the day, nauseous, and had a headache. I think I'll be going with a copper IUD."


"Started taking  generic Singulair  on 7/26/17 by 8/02/17 I started having vivid dreams only at bedtime and every night until today when I called my doctor and got the medication changed. For just under a week every single night I couldn't tell if I was awake or dreaming. The first night it happened I was cuddled up with my husband sleeping on his chest and I woke myself up snoring when I apologized to my husband for snoring so loud he said I wasn't snoring. I fell asleep again within ten minutes and thought I was still awake and I swore I saw a spider on the sheets by my face on my husband. I jumped up yelling spider woke myself up and freaked out my husband because there was no spider, I had dreamt the whole thing. It only got worse"


"I got my Nexplanon in December 2013. Two weeks after I got the implant I began bleeding. But not so much bleeding as heavy spotting. And it has lasted for months. It'd disappear for only a few days at a time and come right back. I think that's been the worst part. Now in June 2014, I think the spotting is starting to subside. Thank goodness. I've read a lot of reviews of girls saying they lost their sex drive. I think mine actually increased. I've also gained a little weight. 5-10 lbs. My breasts grew too. And they're tender a lot. A new side effect that's gotten pretty out of control lately has been my mood swings (I cry over any little thing, I'm emotional about EVERYTHING) and the nausea (NOT FUN)."


"Started to work the second day on it. I don't wake up with stiff hands and my joints hurt way less. I'm almost off the prednisone. I love it! Has worked better than anything else I've tried. Copay is covered through their assistance."


"I live a complete normal life. I found out after I met my soon to be wife ten years ago. We got married after and had children. She worked doing reasearch on std' s and she recommend lysine for me to take. I take 500mg a day and I increase dose if feeling of tingle starts. I encourage more people to share to help eliminate stigmatizm associated with hsv. I think too much alcohol is my trigger. I honestly think that the drug companies don't want a cure for this disease as well as others. So those that are stressed because of this should move forward and shift their focus on being positive and proactive against this virus. Please help others!"


"Since I start using this product I experienced change of vision and headaches."


"I started getting Restless Legs Syndrome in 2010, caught me off guard. I was taking Requip, and that worked for awhile, but I found that I was getting leg shaking during the day. Since I sit at a computer all day, this was very annoying and would actually interfere with my job. So I started taking the Requip during the day to alleviate the shaking, that made me very tired.

I went to a neurologist, and he changed my script to Mirapex. The 1st night was wonderful, the next full day, I was sleepy.

He had put me on 0.5 tabs 3x a day. I found that if I cut a tab into quarters, I could take 1/4 during the day with miminal sleepiness, and 1/2 tab at night when I wanted to sleep real good. So I end up taking the pill just 2x a day."


"I found Xanax to be the only thing to help me."


"Invega made me gain at least 20 pounds. I'm sure it helped with something but I gradually lowered it from 6 to 3 and now recently stopped completely. hoping to lose the weight after.....still get depressed"


"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!"


"I have minimal side effects and my sugar levels went down."


"I switched from Suboxone 16mgs to Bunavail 8mgs and I have to say that it hasn't been a great experience for me. After adhering the Bunavail buccal film to my cheek, they curl up and leave an unpleasant sticky substance all over my mouth. Now, just the sight of the Bunavail packets make me  feel like I want to gag. The half dose rule also really feels wrong to me. The first week took a lot of work to get used to. I am getting the Probuphine implant soon and can't wait until I don't have to get scripts filled anymore let alone use this cumbersome medication that is Bunavail."


"I have been dealing with IBS-D since I was about 13  years old - I am now 25. The uncontrollable cramping and diarrhea gave me no quality of life. I wouldn't leave my house or do anything. What kind of life is that for a young adult?  Back in December 2015 my doctor told me about viberzi. This has been a GOD SEND medicine. I have my life back!! The second week I started taking it though, I woke up in excruciating pain. I went to the ER and I had a spasm of the sphincter of oddi. I stopped viberzi for a few days, then went on the 75mg and I take it once a day. I FINALLY can live a normal life and not worry every 5 seconds about where the bathroom is."


"I've been using it for over a year and it is great.  My eyes feel much better.  But I would like it better if it didn't cost so much."


"After suffering from papule type rosacea for years, I finally have clear skin!  Within 2 weeks of using soolantra, my rosacea was gone. I've been using it for 6 months now (still same tube I started out with) with absolutely no side effects, just the disappearance of my unsightly red bumps! I don't use any other medication, this is all I needed. For the first time in over 10 years I can leave the house without makeup on & without feeling self conscious "


"I had unprotected sex on Wednesday and took the pill Thursday (today). I have done nothing but sleep since taking the pill and also have a slight headache. I am still very worried but after taking the pill my mind is more at ease. My regular period is due in 2-3 weeks (I'm irregular). I guess all I can do is wait and try not to stress myself out even more."


"I have had neuropathy for some time and tried a host of other medications before trying Lyrics. I was on it for slightly over 3 months with my dosage starting at 75 mg twice a day to 300 twice a day.  Initially the pain was approximately 7-8 and the Lyrics got it to about a 5 routinely with some days worse. However I suffered from some of the side effects stated by it's manufacturer including dizziness, being off-balance at times, problems with sleep and concentration, and weight gain.  (Approximately 20 pounds over 3 mos. and it's resulting effect on increasing my A1c.The) worst part was an increase in anger. After no subsiding of the side effects my Doctor suggested I cease using it. We are looking for alternatives."


"I was prescribed mivaso from my dermatologist for rosacea, I suffer from flushing / red face - especially my cheeks. I applied it at night to see how it worked and I was very impressed!! All the redness had disappeared. I continued to use it every day for about a week (only a little bit in the morning before I did my make up) I thought it was a miracle cream, every now and then I would have hot cheeks and redness but I put that down to my rosacea and being flared up by something like coffee.......But then I started having rebound flushing, my face felt like it was on fire, my cheeks were red/purple it was hard to work or function in life. I had never experienced burning and flushing like that before. Stay away from this product!!!"


"Works okay when nothing else is immediately available. Excedrin Migraine was no longer effective and I needed SOMETHING while at work and it helped."


"Awful medication. I was only prescribed 6 tablets to take and if I'd read on here about them, I would have stopped after the first 1.
Horrific headaches straight away, constantly nausea so much so I could barely eat to take my next tablet, drowsiness where I'm bumbling about my flat constantly, heat sweats, skin sensitivity. My neck is unbelievably sore making my headaches much worse."


"I am a 17 y/o boy and have suffered from sweaty armpits for 11 months now. My doctor prescribed me Hypercare and I cannot say it worked as well for me as it did everyone else. For starters, I could not for the life of me get the bottle to work. It has a poorly designed top/dispenser and had to resort to dipping it on cotton balls and then applying. When I did use it, the first night was no biggy. But the second night I applied it, about 10 minutes into bed, my armpits became EXTREMELY itchy, enough to the point where I scratched and scratched and said enough and wiped off the solution with a towel. I have never been able to use it more than one night in a row. I couldn't even apply deodorant the following day due to the itching."


"Been on Cipro 2x & Flagyl 3x for 7 days after diverticulitis attack.  Feeling hungry but don't want to eat.  Feeling lightheaded, a little nauseous at times, no energy, no ambition.  Flagyl taste is disgusting.  No way I was going to be able to take that 3x a day for 14 days so I cover it with peanut butter and then swallow (just like the dogs)!!  Pain was pretty much gone after a couple of days but hardest part is the bland diet and no or very little calcium.   Think some extra spicy hummus brought this on.  May have to give up the hot peppers."


"Started on Pristiq after my grandmother and father both died suddenly a few days apart.  Developed "shingles" --rash on my chin.   Doctor said it was from the stress and increased the Pristiq.  Got worse.  Doctor and my friends said it looked like a burn.

Finally reading blogs like this I guessed the Pristiq was causing the rash and burn-like symptoms.

Been off of Pristiq for 16 days and my skin is clear.  My head is better too although I can see the withdrawal will take many more weeks to subside."


"Having done this before I can say I wasn't looking forward to doing it again. I refused one appointment because they wanted me to drink a gallon of prep. Nope, not gonna do it. Suprep is bad enough.
This time however I did things a little different. I squeezed the juice from half a lemon into a small glass and set it aside. I mixed the prep with chilled water. I then plugged each nostril with a big enough piece of wet paper towel that I couldn't breathe through. Mixed the prep with chilled water and split it into 3 portions. Completely down one portion without breathing and take a small sip of lemon juice swirling it around. Do that with the rest of the prep and wash it all down with water. It really wasn't so bad this time. Do-able anyway."


"I was started on 60mg in hospital. I have a rare condition I am told. I was good until I dropped down to 30 mg then I was crying, mean, ill, swollen and couldn't walk on feet for the pain (swelling). Went back to doctor they were dropping me down 10mg every 7 days, my doctor has now upped the medicines and are dropping me down slower. I do not like the weight gain. I feel very tight and my face is very round. I am only 5 ft 2 and was 135. Now I am 145, and I can feel it. I am told that it may be 1 to 2 months before I am weaned off. But, I guess having the weight gain is better than the alternative, my doc also put me on Lasix and potassium."


"I was diagnosed with bipolar, PTSD and depression. I was put on lithium and seroquel about 5 months ago.
Lithium makes it so I don't feel .....anything. And seriously I take around 6pm and the next morning I feel like a zombie. Half the time I can't even get out of bed to go to work. All I want to do All day is sleep. I've told my doctor but he keeps telling me to give it some more time....... I have kids I have to take care of, but I feel so tired and lazy on seroquel. Only upside is it does help me sleep throughout then night instead of being awake depressing about my life. Lithium, not sure what it does to me but tries to block my emotional feelings which is good and bad at the same time. I still feel sadness though. Everyday."


"I have only taken Yaz for 1 month. I was having really irregular periods and so my doctor put me on Yaz because I had liked Yasmin in the past. My period that had lasted for three months nonstop ended immediately when I started Yaz, so I was excited. But, I began cramping everyday, for the entire month. For the first three weeks I had bad attitude and was depressed. I started breaking out, and I became very tired all the time. After reading some reviews of other women I decided to call my doctor to see if things were norm. He decided to switch me to a different brand. Use with caution and talk with your doctor if you begin to notice these same things."


"the alternative, which was 5 months of back to back Plan B, followed by a surgical abortion, which was followed by yet another dose of Plan B.

This is my first experience with birth control other than condoms. It's only been 2 months for me, but since getting paragard my sex drive is super high and I'm really glad I did it. I spotted for 2 weeks after insertion. Then 2-3 weeks later, my period came. My first period was long- 2 to 3 extremely mind bogglingly heavy days, 3 normal days, and 5 extremely light days (spotting). No cramps though.

My insurance covered the entire cost. My only concern is I'll end up being part of the 0.8% that gets pregnant."


"I was 28 when my doctor wrote my first script.  I had just had to put my mother in a nursing home and that did not go well for her or for me.  And I had just take a job 350 miles from home.  I started with a white cap, a 1.0  mg.  It worked great for me, but some people had problems with that dose of 1 mg and the FDA said doctors could not write anything above .50, or two white caps, .25.  When I had to reduce my dose, it took me 6 months to get my body adjusted.  So, 31 years later, I am 59 now and have to have the .50 to sleep.  All my insurance companies thru the years would pay for the drug as a bandage for my problem, but would not pay a penny for drug treatment to get off the halcion.  Yes,I know I am hooked on halcion for life."


"I have been clean since May, and it is a beautiful thing. To think that I was a college student, learning all these things, and the only thing I knew was dope. I mustered up some courage and after talking to the campus councellor, I called a specialist. After a long night of no sleep and cold sweats among other nightmarish withdrawl symptoms, I dragged myself to the doctor's with my loving girlfriend beside me. My life spun 180 degrees that day and I never looked back."


"I got the shot and my period went away for.the first 2 months. After that it came back again to never leave since (3 moths later and counting) . I used to have a heavy 4 day period or even less than that. Now it's really light but it hasn't stop . My doctor keeps telling me it's okay and she even said I should try to get a second shot . Now I am waiting to see my results because I might even have anemia now. I don't recommend this at all . The feeling of not knowing the consequences of having my period for such a long time it's devastating me ."


"I was prescribed this medication for my chronic insomnia. I took 8mg at bedtime without success. Never worked to allow me to go to sleep."


"I just started this medication about 3 days ago.  I have horrible, deep, pustule acne, with nodule and cystic acne as well.  Since i've started this medication, the inflammation is practically GONE...no new pimples have come up, and my face actually feels smoother, IN JUST 3 DAYS.  I'm in shock.  I just found out that i'm pregnant, as they were in the process of getting me started to try accutaine...i'm glad i was pregnant because, i'd rather use this stuff if it works first, rather than a harsh med.  So hopefully this continues to help, and i will be sporting beautiful skin in a month or so.  I've never had skin so smooth as it is already now, so i'm super excited. I've been suffering with acne for over 10 years, so this is really a relief"


"I am using Chantix and the gum. I am on day 12 of not smoking. I wasn't 100% ready when I started it, but being able to smoke for the first 7 days made it easier to try and less stressful about thinking about quitting.  My stomach felt a little sick for the first five days when I would take the medicine, but felt better as time went by.  I do dream a lot more than normal, but pretty much all good dreams, except for one and that was in the beginning. I haven't had any constipation problems or weight gain, but I have made sure to weigh everyday to keep in tune with that.  The first week or two I wanted to hide under the covers since I had just lost my best friend (Cigarettes), but it was the loss not the craving. I highly recommend it."


"I had the Implanon Implant put in October 2009 and have felt it has been the best choice for me. My period is irregular, I never know when I'm going to get it but so far that is the worst part I have experienced, my weight has stayed steady and have had no pregnancy scares, since my period has become irregular and sometimes spaced out by 5-6 weeks I will sometimes take a pregnancy test to make sure it is indeed working and so far so good, thumbs up from me."


"I like venlafaxine, although I think Cymbalta helped more with the pain of my fibromyalgia.  I'm hoping venlafaxine will start helping with the pain in the next month or two.  Side effects are little, and I tolerate the medicine well."


"It has worked well and I have lost some weight BUT I have been experiencing smelling nail polish remover (acetone) which even sent me scared of DKA to the ER!  Still happening and no explanation.  About to stop taking it because this scares me."


"I was given this medication to help my daily chronic headaches. Started it a little over a month ago. Three days in I had one of the worst headaches ever. After that the headaches started to diminish. I now have weakness and loss of feeling in my hands arms and legs and feet, seizure activity, confusion, and sleeping all the time. I don't feel like myself and I'm super miserable all the time. Dr doesn't want to take me off this medication but I cannot live life like this. I don't recommend this medication."


"Takes away Paranoia pretty well. Along with Paroxetine, Clonazepam, and Risperidone I feel way less paranoid. I think Risperidone is the main culprit at eliminating Paranoia."


"Well I've been on Prozac for 3 weeks now 20mg, and I don't know if its helped. My depression is still there, I'm still very anxious and most of the time  I can't stop shaking. But the most curious part is my bulimia that I've been dealing with for years on and off has come back to the point where anything I eat I throw up or I don't eat at all"


"2 weeks ago I thought my life was over with the diagnosis. My doctor let me know I am not alone and over 70% of people have human papilloma virus, its just a matter of who's body's can fight off the warts developing or not. I have been using Aldara for 2 weeks and have only minor side effects like a slight itching which not sure if just my brain thinking its bad or if it was. Apply to only the spots that need. I almost think those who complain of unreal side effects slathered this on without reading directions. The only other side effect which was odd was the first night I applied my heart rate was 100 beats per minute which was strange. Lesions have shrunk in size ten folds. I'm just super pleased. I feel bad for those who cannot afford Aldara."


"1/10/2017 I was ovulating. The sexual relations occurred that day. Plan b was taken 1/11/2017 around 6pm. On 1/21/2017 I got a positive pregnancy test. Plan b was not effective for me when taken during ovulation. If you are ovulating or near ovulation it is best to reframe from sex, get on birth control, use condoms, or any other birth control measure that would result in not getting pregnant. Placing your future in the hands of a pharmaceutical product is absolutely silly."


"Before tri sprintec I was on ortho tri cyclen lo. With ortho lo I had no side effects, light periods, and no pms. I got my ortho lo from a  family planning clinic that offered it for free to teens with no income. Upon moving to a different state that had no such program, I got a prescription and opted for the generic equivalent--tri sprintec. At first everything was fine and I did not notice a difference. After the first month or so I began experiencing noticeable mood swings that would occur during any time of my cycle. I also noticed an increase in nausea and acne. Part of it was the pharmacy's fault for not giving me the proper supplement (tri sprintec lo) and throwing me on higher dose, but I'd rather just pay more for the ortho lo."


"I had my mirena for 2.5 years before taking it out. I've gained about 20-25 lbs since I fist got it. The procedure was extemely painful and I was in pain for the rest of the evening after the insertion. I've experience mood swings, lack of energy, spotting after intercourse, lack of sex drive, no periods (good thing), and regardless of clean eating/exercising, I could not loose weight. Oh and really bad acne!!

Since I've gotten it out I feel a lot better and not as tired. My partner says I'm so different from when I used to be on birth control."


"Thank God I came across this website and many thanks to all the others who went though what I did.  For 3 years following my gallbladder removal I have IBS-D.  I tried to modify my diet, limit portions, herbal medications, remove certain foods from my diet, exercise more, ox bile, digestive enzymes, etc. You name it, I tried it!  The final straw was living on Imodium.  While Imodium helped, I realized it was not going to be a long term solution, so I began searching for another answer and thankfully came across this website.  High cholesterol was not a problem according to my recent blood work, so I would have never thought Welchol would be a solution.  Wow, was I wrong.  As soon as I took a print down of this paperwork to my PCP, they said"


"The explosive body movements while she sleeps is very scary. Nothing of the sort with Tamoxifen, had it only worked.   "


"After a few years of taking Crestor (which worked fine for its intended purpose), I suddenly developed a severe case of Sciatica. I couldn't stand, sit, walk, lie down, or any other activity without terrible pain up and down the back of my left leg. I was tested for everything including MRI and using novocaine and other pain killers. Nothing helped. After 5 months of constant pain, my doctor suggested discontinuing Crestor. The pain was completely gone within a week. Come to find out, my Sciatic nerve passed through my Piriformis muscle instead of around it like in most people. The Crestor had caused toxicity in the Piriformis muscle  which caused it to squeeze the Sciatic nerve continuously, causing continuous pain."


"So I was on the pill first, which was terrible because it gave me depression and I found myself sad all the time(Early 2015). So I switched to the Nexplanon since I thought it be easier than taking a pill everyday. Started that around April 2015? And well so far so good, in the beginning I spotted a bit here and there and now I haven't had my period since August 2015 I believe. What's concerning me now is I feel lazy to even exercise or do what I use to do, so I don't know if its giving me depression or I just need to take vitamins... Anyways other than that I think its great."


"This pill makes me so nauseated and ill feeling that there is no way this should have ever been cleared by the FDA. After 2 months of taking it to let it "kick in" I feel like I'm physically dying. I've taken other anti-depressants that were fine. This should be recalled immediately."


"So my Nexplanon has been in for a month. I am depressed, mean and always sleeping. I had one spot-ish period. One minute I put in a tampon it wasn't enough then I'd be super heavy the next minute. I developed acne, which I never had before! They even prescribed me face wash to avoid this and it's worse than when I was 15."


"Been on this for just a week now at 25 mg also on 50 mg of amitriptalyne  of a night. The first few days I felt really spaced out, but sort of kept coming in waves through the day. I also suffer from m.e as well but have found the past few days I have had lots of energy. I don't feel tired at all. Supposed to up dose to 50 mgs on second week, but I'm thinking may stick to the 25 for a little while to see how things go. No migraines up to now.
Reading all the reviews most of the side effects seem to come when the dose is increased. Really worried about the hair loss business, don't think I could deal with that one .
Think I'm going to give this a go for a few months and see how things go, it's all trial and error, or kill or cure."


"I have been on only 3 types of medications for MS and this (Tysabri) is the best of the 3. I have been on it since June 2010 and have had no ill side effects! I started this medication with a different Dr but once I became JC positive he wanted me to switch to a different medication. I was not happy with the choices he gave me and he was very adamant that I needed to change medications.  I did some research about another MS Clinic and made an appointment there. My Dr now is still very careful with me and keeps taking blood tests every 3 months to monitor my JC number. Last month my number was .65 and as long as it stays below 1.5 he is Ok with me taking it. This medication makes me able to be my husband care taker!"


"I have been using this product for years and absolutely love it! In school I used to wear sweatshirts all the time, and sometimes I'd even sweat through those. When I first started using this, it was Drysol, but there doesn't seem to be a difference between that and Hypercare. I hadn't used it for a couple of months before last night, and the burning/itching was almost too much to tolerate, but no sweating today. The negative about this product is that it now has a new sponge top that you apply yourself. When I went to push it on last night, I lost my grip on the bottle and dropped it, spilling most of the brand new bottle. How irritating! I wish it'd come "assembled" as it used to."


"The initial side effects were horrible. I felt exhausted and nauseated all the time. After a month I noticed a dramatic improvement in my mood. I had energy, I was less depressed and anxious. Prior starting Cymbalta had tried two different antidepressants which did not seem to be effective. The decreased libido with cymbalta is worth having my life back."


"My son is 12 and has been on this medication for about a year. His grades are very good and he is able to focus so much more than he ever did before. He started on the lowest dose and is now taking 36 mg. However, his anxiety is getting so bad it's almost scary. He is so nervous to do so many things he ends up vomiting almost once a week. He would rather be home with his parents than be with his friends and he wouldn't dare spend the night at someone elses house(even family members). I love that this medicine has helped him so much, but I think it is also causing a lot of problems within him."


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"I was told I could add the little packets of crystal light lemonade to the Golytely to make it more tolerable. I would put a packet with the glass you are drinking to measure the strength of the lemon flavor."


"I am on 1200mg a day to help regulate my moods. I am being treated for Bipolar 2 and depression. It has worked wonders. My moods are now under control and I am not cycling nearly as bad as before."


"Made everything intense. Had me sitting on edge of seat. Took it twice, 2 doses, had to call Dr told me stop it."


"Tretinoin increases cell turnover. For those who have an initial purge, where your acne is getting worse, stay patient!!!!! I know how hard it is to look into the mirror. It will get better. I use it every 3rd night and use cetaphil lotion after applying it. My skin is to sensitive to use it daily. I also take an antibiotic every day. It can take up to 12 weeks for a pimple to form; therefore it takes a few months to clear all the pimples up... Including the ones that haven't fully formed yet! Be patient!!!!!"


"Oh great.  No I find these reviews as I'm about three hours post insertion of this torture device. Oh the pain and burning. I mean right after I put it in!!!! Why oh why????? I didn't know. Now I do."


"I have had 24/7 severe Headaches for 7 1/2 years due to a condition I have called Occipital Nueralgia.  I have tried every kind of pain medicine and preventative medicine out there, NOTHING WORKED!  I am on 40mg of Opana 3x/day, and it is wonderful, I can function and work and play with my kids and be out in the sun for the first time in 7 yrs, this totally keeps my pain under control.  I love it.  I highly suggest that any one with chronic severe pain try it.  IT WORKS"


"Removed tonsil was very painful. By chance I found that Tylenol 3 and aspirin combined to remove ALL pain.

I take aspirin regularly but it wears off in about 4 hrs. So my first T-3 acted in conjunction with the aspirin, then wore off. So I took another T-3 and nothing happened. I realized I needed another aspirin.

I took another adult aspirin - the fire went away.

Then I called my Dr.

He said "We know that but we don't rec it because aspirin causes some to bleed.

You've been taking it a long time and you don't bleed."

Tylenol 3 will also stop a severe cough, where nothing else works, e.g., from bronchiectatsis."


"I have been taking 40mg Latuda for about 2 weeks.  No side effects and it does not make me drowsy. I take it with dinner and I'm fine until I go to bed at 9pm.  I fall asleep fine and wake up refreshed. I feel so much better - I have been able to stop taking Depakote and Ambien. Now, I'd like to get off the Lithium. I still have anxiety and irritability but now I can get ahold of myself and see reason and calm down on my own. I would highly recommend. It is expensive though."


"I have had the Liletta in for almost two months. I had clear skin before. Never in my life have I had such horrible acne. My skin is constantly oily. The texture of my skin is almost sticky and is not smooth at all. I have a mixture of blackheads, whiteheads every day. I consider myself to have high self esteem in general, but now I avoid the mirror and don't like people looking at me. If this acne doesn't go away in the next couple of months, I'm going to have the IUD removed. My gynecologist said the progesterone is local and doesn't have similar effects as the pill, but that's clearly not the case.

Other cons include daily breast tenderness, decreased sex drive, and weight gain. If you can be disciplined, use condoms, not hormones."


"It was time to stop the use of pain meds. However,  I was terrified of the possible withdrawals & I still needed something for pain. So my research pinpointed Suboxone as a positive option. The good seemed to outweigh the bad because I was also concerned about it itself becoming a problem.  So my pain dr agreeded it was a good option 4 me w/ so many issues (Fibromyalsia, Osteoarthritis,  PCOS, a botched c section incision w/ tramped nerves, a lower abdomen hernia, a torn achilles in left ankle, & tendinitis in my left elbow, just to name a few!) The hardest part was going 24 hrs w/o meds. It ended up being 36hrs. I started it monitored in my Dr office 8mg/2mg films. No precipitated withdrawals & I felt great. I feel like me again!  Lifesaver!"


"I've taken Prozac before and it helps with anxiety as long as I don't drink too much alcohol (which makes anxiety worse afterwards). The problem for me is getting used to the medication so I start on 10mg for a week then slowly increase the dose to 20mg. For a few weeks though I'm more anxious and at times suicidal and depressed so I take Valium while that's happening. This whole cycle is hard so to take Prozac is not an easy decision for me, but I'm keen to feel 'good' again so I'll stick with it."


"Have been on depo for about 9 years now and have No periods. When I first started depo I was bleeding for about a month til it just went away.

Probably gained some weight, I feel the depo has me very moody and also makes me feel tired, it gives me lots of nervousness but surely prevents pregnancy, I'm not sure that it's safe to be on depo for a long time because it can cause weakness in bones, so consult your Dr on how long you should use it."


"Works great on joint pain and helps balance your mood."


"I'm in high school, and just got prescribed to 30mg Adderall XR. When you take it, it starts to work in 30-45 minutes. You are supposed to be able to feel the effects for around 10 hours I believe, and I only feel them for 6 or 7. I feel the full effect for 3 or 4 hours and then they gradually weaken. I told my doctor that I get bored listening to the teacher talk for an hour straight, and get distracted very easily. I thought that the Adderall was going to make me pay attention and not get distracted, but the only thing I have noticed so far is that it makes me very neat with everything (which comes in handy at times). However, it seems like whenever I take it I'm in a good mood. Overall I like it."


"So far I am very pleased with my results from taking Bydureon for some 4 months.  I have lost 8 kgs and my Hba1C has gone from 8.9 to 7.   I have lumps but they do gradually go after a period of time, have had some bruising also.   My main concern is the nausea which I still experience spasmodically and absolute lack of appetite.  Certain foods I only have to look at and it is a real turn off.   But I will put up with all the above as I have finally lost some weight by eating minute amounts 6 times a day and my Blood Sugars are the lowest they have been for approximately 3 years and it is so rewarding to hear friends say "you have lost weight, you look great""


"I was on the mini pill for about a year and really didn't mind it at all. However I was weaning my baby and had some breaking out so wanting to try the regular pill instead as recommended by my doctor. One month in and so far it is TERRIBLE. I get terrible cramps now, nausea all day, headaches and my emotions are out of wack! I already have slight depression and anxiety, this pill made it SO much worse. My acne is the worst it's been since I first had my daughter especially around my jawline. I am going to give it two more packs and then switch to something else."


"Found out my boyfriend contracted clyamdia and knew I had to get checked. 21 years old going into my first gyno test terrified. They called me 5 days later stating I had clyamdia. They prescribed 4 tablets. Took all four with food. Felt good for an hour with no side effects. Then felt nauseous. Took a shower to cool down then having MAJOR runs, it was very liquidy. Knew that it must be working. Going to my check up soon. Hopefully don't ever have to take it again. Side note don't take tablets before school or work. I was lucky to have took them in my home in privacy. Also don't have unprotected sex unless you know his sex history.."


"I began taking birth control to help control my heavy bleeding and cramping. I was on a lower dose birth control, Norethindrone/eth 24 Fe, for 8 months and it was amazing until I started to have break through bleeding. My obgyn switched me to this to stop the bleeding. I'm a Sunday starter and the switch between the two was hard for my body and resulted in a full month of bleeding. The periods lightened/shortened with this pill, but I started getting a ton of side effects I never had before; such as nausea, headaches, constant aching during periods, bloating, weight gain around my stomach area, and constipation. The pill worked to prevent pregnancy (  condoms) and in reducing flow, but with the added side effects it wasn't worth it to stay."


"My neurologist started me out on 10 mg of Elavil and within a couple of weeks I began taking 25 mg. It took about a month for it to take effect but until then I had a headache almost every single day. After that, nothing. So, yes, it was very effective for me. The only side effects that I noticed were increased appetite (very much so) and weight gain. I gained about 12-14 pounds within the 4.5 months that I was on Elavil. Normally this wouldn't be a problem. To be honest the added pounds was worth being pain free, but my wedding was in a few months and nothing besides going off the medication would stop the weight gain. Now I'm taking Topamax, which is doing the job but the side effects are way more drastic than Elavil."


"I have been put on all types of pain medication and this one does the trick of easing pain.  I am highly allergic to the non-steriodal anti-inflammatory drug family."


"I am on my third box of Saxenda and I have not lost one ounce.  I had lost 50 pounds on my own but couldn't go any further.  My doctor recommended Saxenda.  I started August 22 and it is now November 16.  I went back to the doctor and he stated I am the only one who has not lost of the patients he recommended.  He even laughed and said I must be getting the fake pens.  He wants me to continue and stated he would ask the rep the percent who this has not worked for.  The company and the girl asked the batch number but I was at work so I did not have that information.  A nurse was suppose to call me after 3:00 pm but I have not heard anything from anyone and that was at least a month ago."


"Got prescribed this with an antibiotic for sinusitis. Felt better the first day but as i continued the meds, i noticed severe anxiety, moodiness and sweating.my brother also says ive been talking excessively, so the racing mind is probably a side effect.   I have 5 more days to go with the prednisone.  The prescription was for 10 days."


"I tried several different nasal sprays, all of them did nothing but worsen my problem.

Eventually I discovered the Flonase nasal spray in 2015  and in the first use it  worked for me in my best remembering."


"Made depression worst ,was not effective even at 150 mg. I got an understanding of why people become alcoholics or drug abusers on Effexor/Venlafaxine. I would lay in bed all day waiting for life to pass by. I never had feelings of despair so severe. If I mised a dose or waited for an hour later to take Effexor I had an intense "Rush". I would pace around like on cocaine or speed. You cannot stop taking this medication. I am still trying to get off it!  When I reduced my dose I had a drunk effect with nausea I just felt so awful. I consider this to be a drug that shoudnt be prescribed. Celexa and zoloft "robot drug"worked well on me for anxiety and depression but I do NOT recommend this medication.  Going back to Elavil"


"Have been taking Ambien as needed for about a month. It's worked almost flawlessly and very reliably each time I've taken it, and I've experienced no negative effects. It's a very calm, peaceful transition into sleep. I used to dread bedtime because my thoughts raced constantly, but this drug has provided a very satisfactory solution. All in all, a quite safe and reliable solution to insomnia."


"Didn't find it a whole lot different from SSRIs other than a couple weeks of jitters. Starts off with a contented, floaty feeling and then after a month subsides to having a minor, yet meaningful effect in helping me recover from recurrent depressive episodes. It helps, but only marginally. The withdrawal effects I've experienced going cold turkey off it numerous times are strange. A couple months of severe flu-like symptoms and I'll cry very easily over anything even remotely sad. Also causes me to start rapid-cycling between euphoria, mixed and extreme depression. Also lasts a couple months. Going off of it abruptly is quite terrifying. I recommend titrating off it."


"I have been on Contrave one pill a day for 1 week and have lost 3 lbs so far.  No lasting side effects except a bit of nausea one day...not sure why.  I have not had a problem with constipation. I think because I make myself Almased protein drink for breakfast every morning. As for nausea, a friend has told me to take Maitake mushroom supplement.  It has been know to help nausea and weight loss."


"I have had depression for years with obsessive compulsive disorder. I have been been on everything from Xanax, Effexor, Depakote, Prozac, Zoloft, etc. I started Viibryd 4 days ago along with ADHD medicines and anxiety meds and I have to say my brain is not running 90 to nothing I am not depressed and feel good. Yes my GI system has been upset and last two nights I have not slept well and I have had a mild headache but because everything is manageable and I mental feel better I am willing to tough it out and hopefully it will stop. Doctor gave me a free starter kit starting with 10mgs for 7 days then 20mgs for 7 days and 40mgs for 7 days so hopefully it will keep going this good or better."


"Took 4 pills for a grand total of 1000mg. No side effects, no b.s. - Im an entire 24 hours in and the burning has subsided by about %40. Sent an email to my doctor to ask about the appropriate time to retest, no response yet."


"Im 16 years old and I have depression, social anxiety, and bullimia. I was prescibed to take Strattera for my compulsive eating. It actually started working by the second day while on 50 milligrams in the morning. I also take 2 milligrams of Klonopin at bed time and just started taking 10 milligrams of Celexa at noon."


"I had the implanon for 1 yr and 11 months almost 2 yrs. This was my very first and only birth control I've used. Implanon doesn't have to be replaced until every 3 years but decided to take it out after trying it for almost 2 yrs. This birth control does what it's supposed to do it works plus you don't have to worry about until once every 3yrs . My experience was depression, weight gain, hair lost, anxiety, bloating, no sex drive and would get my period every 2 months and when it did it lasted up to 2 weeks. Took it out today hope things go back to normal. Any other birth control methods recommend?"


"Been taking benzodiazepines for near 10 years now. Started with 1mg of Lorazepam once daily, but it stopped working after about 2 years. I got prescribed Clonazepam 1mg twice daily.Worked like a charm for 5 years, then stopped having any effect. Still, Clonazepam is amazing compared to Lorazepam. This is an amazing medication. I was prescribed an up-dose (2mg three times daily, but I usually only took one pill a day or two, because 2mg is very strong). I was also prescribed Xanax to take along with Clonazepam due to having a panic disorder as well as generalized anxiety, but after about a year I decided that the Xanax was pretty useless (and tasted like wet chalk) so asked my psychiatrist to stop prescribing it. Just clonazepam. It's great."