"My 6 yo tried this after Intuniv failed. It made him constantly tired and irritable, and actually made his impulsiveness worse since he just seemed cranky and emotional all of the time. It also constipated him to the point that ended up with fissures.

It never made a meaningful dent in his ability to concentrate or sit still, and he became more argumentative in school and less willing to comply.

I've yet to meet anyone that these work for, but it sure would be nice if there were a non-stimulant that worked. We're on stimulants now and still haven't found a miracle there, either.

I will say that it didn't affect his appetite, which was nice."


"When my psychiatrist finally put me on 1 mg. of Rexulti, it was a life saver. My latest depressive episode seemed intractable until then, but a major drawback has been sleep interruption, often as early as 3 am. My mind races and it's often more fun to get up than to stay in bed. I rarely sleep beyond 6 am, no matter how late I go to sleep. My much valued afternoon naps have also become infrequent too. I also take Pamelor 75 mg. per day and Seroquel 75 mg. per day. Doctor said that I'd have to come off the Seroquel since it's the same drug family as the Rexulti. Well, I've decided to get off the Rexulti and keep my Seroquel since the Seroquel helps me sleep and wears off by morning. Rexulti is absurdly expensive."


"Ortho-Cyclen has worked incredibly well for me. It was the first pill I tried and I took it for about a year. When my prescription ran out I went to Planned Parenthood and was recommended Aubra, which did not work out for me, I had constant spotting, it significantly decreased my libido, and made me gain about 10 lbs. I have since switched back Ortho-Cyclen and have had no noticeable side effects other than my breasts growing by about a cup size."


"Yes, my BP went down a little but the side effects were so dreadful I had no choice but to give this drug up after 4 wks.  Almost immediately I began to feel lethargic and within days, despite also making me feel bloated, I lost my appetite and the reflux set in big time.  Eventually my urine turned a dark yellow, I often felt light-headed on getting up and my energy levels dropped so low that I could barely put one foot in front of the other on a trip to the city (I can normally walk/jog 3 miles for exercise).  I came off them 3 days ago and my energy levels are nearly back to normal but, because my liver was having difficulty processing the drug, its bilirubin levels remain off the scale (nearly 10 times the norm) and I now have jaundice."


"Good Morning Everyone
I am sacred  that I am dying, the Dr's tell me I'm not but my intuition and my body are telling me different. I have been suffering from acid reflux for a few yrs now not knowing it because I don't have acid coming back up or gas or any other usual symptoms. The symptoms for me is my breathing is getting increasingly more difficult and wheezing non stop and persistant coughing with constant chest infections because my lungs are drowning in fluid. This is how I was told I have Gerd .. Dr put me on Dexilant 60mg daily, have been on now for 7 days feel nothing .. no change what so ever except extreme shoulders and upper back pain cannot raise my arms to put a shirt on without it bringing tears. I'm 53 yrs young."


"I got the implant in January of 2015,  I spotted and had a light/medium period every day for about two and a half months which of course sucked but I thought it would stop once the implant "kicked in" and my body got used to it. I didn't have my period again until January 2016 they have been LONG, PAINFUL, and HEAVY. They last about 2-4 weeks and are irregular. Sometimes there is a couple months between periods but others only a week. I have become moody, and emotional. ALSO my arm is always PAINFUL and becoming NUMB and is covered in big blue veins. And I have cysts on my right ovary now that I have to get surgically removed. (not sure if that has to do with the implant) I haven't gotten pregnant. That is the only positive."


"I'm writing this to the ladies who are looking for some relief because I know how you feel! First off take a pregnancy test before you take the pill b/c it will NOT work if you already are pregnant! But I had unprotected sex on 11/1 , took the pill within two hours of the time & I got my period the 11/11 ! I didn't experience any symptoms the first couple days I took the pill but 3 days before my period I had terrible cramps & felt really dizzy. The thing is ladies do NOT stress AT ALL!! I kept myself occupied & didn't even think about it. I know it's scary but next time we all will learn to practice safe sex:) good luck to you all!!!"


"I am female and was 16 when I was prescribed Zoloft for my then undiagnosed bipolar disorder 2. Because I am bipolar I didn't find Zoloft helpful but one side effect I had was terrible nose bleeds. "


"Have been using Hytrin for about a year. It has lowered my blood pressure, helps me sleep and urinate and able to empty my bladder. Has not affected my sex life at all. Have woken and been dizzy, but I am able to slow myself and watch where I am going."


"At age 65 my cholesterol reading creeped past borderline to high. I was put on 5mg of Crestor.  After only one month, my LDL went from 167 to 79.

At first I took at bedtime but noticed some minor leg pain. I switched to taking with evening meal and pain stopped."


"I was perscribed this medication for a tooth infection and upon reading reviews I was TERRIFIED of it. So many negatives! I went ahead and took the advice of those who gave it higher ratings. I am on four 300mg doses everyday, so I take a pill at noon, 6pm, midnight, and 6am. I take it with 20 ounces of water and a small snack or near a meal. Afterwards I make sure to sit up or sleep a little elevated for at least the next 30 minutes. I also am taking a probiotic everyday to counter act against all the "good" bacteria this medication is also killing off. So far I've had ZERO side effects, my tooth pain has gone away and gums no longer swollen. I still have a couple days left but I am assuming it'll be the same."


"It's under my tongue right now, and it does taste terrible... This medicine has been the best at controlling the depression and hallucinations for me, and I have tried many different medicines. The side effects I have are involuntary tongue "flipping," it makes me extremely sleepy. (I have to work really hard to stay awake after I take it in the morning), and sometimes I get a sore under my tongue, or my skin peels in my mouth. I've had some really bad stomach/intestinal problems since I've started taking it, but I'm not sure if that is a coincidence or not. It's also hard to keep a pill under your tongue for ten minutes twice a day, especially if you need to say something. Better than the alternative, though."


"I'm thankful that I found a doctor that understood what I was dealing with and prescribed this medication. Without it I was just existing, and now have a full life. The 3rd day is tough when the medicine is wearing off, but by the middle of the first day of a new patch things are back in order."


"I have hashimotos/hypothyroid and have been on Tirosint after being on synthroid for the first 7 weeks of my diagnosis. I have been on it for 5 years and absolutely love it. No reaction as there are no fillers or dyes like the other synthetic drugs. Most recently my Doctor added a little T3 and I have never felt better."


"I used to take ogestrel 28 , which is a high dose .  I have been onogestrel 28 for over 5 years .  I am on the pill to help regulate my period . I  got a new GYN dr and he wanted to change the pill to a lower dose , so I started on cryselle. I gained 30 Pounds.  Diet , physical activity was the same as before , in fact I was more physically active but I still gained all that weight . My primary dr thought it was me that I was over eating or not active. That she doubt it was the pill . I went from a normal BMI to crossing the obese border, after starting cryselle.  I told my dr I wanted to change back to ogestrel 28. Within the first few months back on orgestrel I started to lose the weight."


"i tried it for two months and since day 1 I  suffered from major mood swings and low energy. I had frequent headaches and just felt depressed. I never felt like myself. But I just thought I had to put up with it so my body can get use to it but I couldn't handle it by month 2. Just pay attention to how you feel. None the less I  switched to another birth control pill. And feel great."


"It has a remarkable ability to decrease chronic pain and or withdrawal symptoms"


"My doctor prescribed me Lyrica for some trivially mild ulnar tunnel syndrome.  Within about a week of taking just 75 mg per day (once before bedtime), I developed horrible anxiety, insomnia, muscle tremors and suicidal thoughts.  My vision blurred as well, but it wasn't severe.

It's been eleven days now since I've stopped taking Lyrica, and most of the side-effects have gone.  The anxiety is still there, but it's no longer as bad as it was.

Had I known about any of this, I would have just applied hot packs to my wrist and waited for it to heal by itself.  The side-effects were totally not worth it."


"I suffer from persistent depression and generalized anxiety for as long as I can remember. I've never been into the idea of taking medication, however, both symptoms eventually got worse with age, especially my anxiety. I decided enough was enough, and accepted the fact that medication was probably my best bet at living a happier life. My doctor prescribed Cipralex, also known as Escitalopram 10mg to help both symptoms. With high hopes of finally "taking the plunge" with medication, it did not result in my favour. Within ONLY AN HOUR of taking a single 10mg pill, I was overwhelming tired and could barely get out of bed. I also began getting sick for 45 mins...out of both ends. I felt so sick and sorry I ever took this medication."


"I was prescribed 60 mg MSContin twice a day switching from the 50mcg/hr fentanyl patch because of side effects problems and the fact it only works for the first two days. I was diagnosed with fairly severe osteoarthritis and degenerative disk disease, last year at the age of 26.  After wearing the patch for a few months my natural pain tolerance nearly vanished.  Now taking this MS-Contin feels like taking aspirin or a small ER/CR hydrocodone dose.  "


"I've had the implant in for about three months now, at first I was very nervous about it since I've heard many horror stories about how it will make you bleed for a month straight, however, it isn't too bad. I've had spotting on and off since the third week of having it in, I usually have very heavy periods, but since I've had it in I feel they got rather light. Aside from that I've lost weight since its been in, when I had it implanted I weighed 147, I am now down to 134. Aside from the random spotting I don't mind it. It's the best decision I've ever made."


"I used tactupump while at home for a week and it killed my skin, it felt raw, was red and VERY DRY and literally felt like a bad sun burn, then I went up to my cottage and my cousin had the same perscription, so I just tried to use it again and IT WORKED WONDERS! For the week that I was there... Weird? when I got back home I continued the same skin care regiment I was using at the cottage AND AGAIN I HAD THE WORST REACTION! Like what? So I went to my dermatologist and she said to look into the type of water at my house compared to the cottage, so turns out we have a SOFT WATER filter at the cottage, and really hard water where I live at home, she recommended me invest in a soft water pump but they're around $900 :("


"Was prescribed Meloxicam for knee pain following two surgeries to repair meniscus tears.  It truly was a wonder drug - knee pain practically gone - mobility increased.  Took it for approximately 4 months - 1 x 10 mg. tablet with breakfast.    AND THEN ... three weeks ago I woke up - couldn't stand up without fainting and had a tarry black stool.  Rushed to hospital.  Blood transfusions ... endoscopy revealed a bleeding duodenal ulcer.   I had no symptoms - no pain at all.   Gastroenterologist confirmed how dangerous this drug is - side effect of internal bleeding is very real.  I should have done more research before taking.   This is a dangerous drug - that unfortunately worked great to relieve knee pain - but almost killed me!"


"That medication saved my life. I was having panic and anxiety. Ativan helps me to function normally. It a magic medication. All anxiety and panic disappear on it. I'm very thankful for that medication."


"I have been on Tamoxifen for 10months now..I have had hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, heavy menstrual bleeding, discharge, headaches and now back pain. But I want to decrease my chance of possibly getting invasive Breast Cancer or DCIS in my other breast..so will continue to take it."


"I was on Cymbalta for about 3 months.  I can't say that it really did a whole lot for me during that time.  I think it may have made me feel a little more energized but I vaguely remember feeling anxious and jittery along with that.  The most profound effect that this medicine did have on me was my bowels.  For some reason it gave me the worst smelling flatulence of my life.  It was literally unbearable and is the main reason that I got off of it.  Once I got off, the flatulence went away and my bowels went back to normal."


"At the suggestion of my OBGYN, for recurrent vaginal yeast infections that seemed to come 2 weeks after every single period for no reason. I decided to do the depo shot to keep my hormones high and potentially stop my period to hopefully end the yeast infections. I am rating this a 5. The yeast infections stopped, so it worked in that sense. However, the side effects are horrible! Weight gain, acne (always near the end of the 12 week mark when you're due for another shot ) and I'm talking cystic acne, horrible horrible acne. I'm 32 and my skin looks like I am going through puberty every time my shot is about to run out. I also get it on my back. Never before did I have that issue. Sex drive decreases. And, around the 12 weeks mark migraines"


"I'm 20yrs old, with one toddler. I read about this choice of birth control for weeks and finally got it today. The process wasn't to bad.  Cramping at first and slight dizziness afterwards."


"I was consuming 6 mg every three hours. I broke my pelvis in 4 places. Pain was okay as long as I was using this medicine."


"Would not recommend. A 20 year old college student who desperately needs sleep but hasn't because the label on the box forgot to highlight and bold "You won't be able to sleep!!" Took two pills at 10:30am and about an hour later I was very jittery, paranoid, anxious and my heart rate was going insane. It's now 10 pm and my eyes are still dilated and I still feel weird. Would not recommend the whole dosage, or just stay clear in general."


"I have used 3 different birth control brands (yasmin, ortho tri cyclen and yaz) before trying out the generic of seasonqiue. It worked great for the first 2 months , then I had some light spotting that got heavier every day until it was heavier than any past menstrual cycle. I bled (regular to very heavy) and cramped everyday for the next 4 months. Even when starting a new pack, taking it at the same time, at night, with iron-nothing I did made this bleeding get lighter or go away until I stopped taking them. Then I got my period normally every month but its been far heavier than it has ever been in my life. Last month, my period came early and this month it came only 2 weeks after my last period. This RX has my body all out of whack."


"First of all, I NEVER leave reviews ... So the fact that I'm taking time to write one should speak volumes. I absolutely love this medication and will NOT do without it!
Chronic constipation for years and years...I recently went 3 weeks without a bowel motion. I took every laxative and stool softner including giving myself suppositories and enemas. This is a miracle! I've been on it one week and I have had a bowel movement every single morning just a few hour after taking this medicine. No cramping, no bloating! Life changing.
I feel amazing and I will not ever go without this pill!"


"I used to be a 2-pack smoker. I had been smoking for 17 years since age 14. I had tried to quit many times with a limited success. Chantix is a miracle drug that helped to quit for good almost 3 years ago."


"I have had the Implanon for 8 months now and have had non-stop bleeding. I do love this birth control because it takes away the worries of getting pregnant; however might get it removed because they said the bleeding would stop after 6 months and it has not, it has gotten worse! I also have VERY low sex drive."


"I've been on Zoloft for 3 weeks (100mg) and it's done wonders for me.  I was always sad, uninterested in anything, quick tempered, very negative...you get the picture.  Within a week that changed.  I'm able to laugh, I want to do things again; best of all, my sex drive is returning!  My appetite has lessened, but I'm not complaining.  In the first week, I was taking Zoloft by itself; now I'm taking Seroquel XR in the evening in conjunction.  I'm sleeping like a baby the night through (first time in years, really!).  My family and friends are as glad as I am that I'm now on the right track."


"Numb head is better than pounding headache."


"Started Celexa a month ago. At first, tremors, dry mouth, shaking, and dead libido. After a week, my jaw was petrified, my teeth hurt, was always biting my tongue. My energy was gone. Was sleeping 9hrs at night, and 3-4 hrs nap in the afternoon. I was a zombie. I just switch to Wellbutrin, and I pray for better results. "


"Back pain"


"I was at age 50 severely depressed about my future because I had screwed my life up so bad. I was so full of fear and anxiety as well. I started addressing things in my life one at a time, and one of those things was finding a good psychologist. I chose to get on Wellbutrin, 300 day and like others felt it working by day two. Within three months it settled in and completely changed my life. I'm happy to wake up, I enjoy work, I take care of myself, people respond to me better. In not worried about the future. I like me again. It's been a miracle drug for me - all positive, no negative."


"My dr prescribed me different creams & pills but nothing helped to clear my acne. My dr then sent me to a Dermatologist who prescribed me Epiduo Cream. It took around 3wks before I started noticing the changes. Using the cream burnt my face a little bit in the first wk but has not done it since. I have now been using Epiduo for almost a yr. My face has never been so clear, and very rarely do I get a pimple. I found the best way for it work for me, is I shower ever night & only wash my face with Gold bar soap. I then dry my face & apply the Epiduo very sparingly. When I wake in the morning, I use a flannel and wash my face. I do not use any creams, makeup or moisturier."


"This drug has not been a good experience for me (I'm on Day 10 of 14) and I really hope it destroys the H. pylori. I've had gastritis off and on for years until an attack so painful I had to go to the ER. The taste is almost unbearable. It makes me want to eat just to temporarily get rid of the awful taste. Good to know I am not the only one who is creating a lot of foul saliva, too. In the first 2 days, I was very dizzy and, since this was one of those side effects we are 'supposed to contact' our doctors about, I called. Two days later she insisted the dizziness and nausea were due to a virus. Today I ordered some Neem & Aloe Vera Inner Gel because there is pretty good information on these two botanicals' impact on H. pylori. Never again."


"I am almost on my third month of my first pack of Jolessa and I have been bleeding for four weeks now. Spotting some of the time and full on heavy bleeding the rest. I like the weight loss and the fact that nothing seems to stress me out anymore but I would really like for this to stop. Plus the cramps were terrible at first but now they have kind of subsided. Hopefully the next pack will be better."


"I had a sinus/ear issue for some time now, worse at times. This last time the Z pack did not help, along with amoxicillin. Sinus always returned until doctor prescribed doxycycline which took about 5 days to get going - prescription for 10 days. The side effect for me was some chest pain and some anxiety taking into account I developed ulcer pain/problems. The chest pain decreased after a week or so. Will stick it out 10 days hope the sinus/ear infections don't come back."


"I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 5 years and switched to Loestrin (because of insurance purposes). As soon as I switched I got horrible acne. Although Loestrin gave me lighter periods, I was crazy, moody, and overall a terrible cranky person- haha. I gave it about 6 months to see if it would get better- it didn't, so I'm spending $75 a month for Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo again. Totally worth it."


"I'm writing about the overall insertion process as I just had my sklya inserted. I did not get it inserted during my period as I was due to get it while I would be away at school, so I got it a couple days before my period would begin. The overall process was not terrible. I took 2 Advils 2 hours before and then Motrin just before insertion. The doctor also numbed me before doing anything. The overall process was uncomfortable but bearable. It feels like the worst cramps of your life for 20 seconds then it's done. I felt nothing after it was put in and I've been doing fine ever since. I can't really say if I've had spotting or not since I got my period a day after insertion. For those scared, it's not as bad as people make it out to be."


"Efudex works great but is very painful and itchy after about two weeks. I tried many creams to relieve the symptoms between applications of the Efudex. One cream that REALLY helped was Traumeel. What a sanity saver. Just thought I would pass this on for others to get some relief. I hope it can help you too."


"I'm a 47 year old female, been on 10mg Lexapro for 5 years for anxiety and depression that I've had since childhood. I had to add 300 mg Wellbutrin XL after, due to feeling overly sedated, and low libido. This combination has worked well for me, since the Wellbutrin has an "up" effect, and helps with sexual side effects. Tried to reduce the Lexapro to 5mg this fall, but had some anxiety start to return, went back to 10mg recently. Maybe just holiday stress. I'm so glad these medicines are around! Wish they could have been available for my brother who committed suicide several years ago. Wish I could have had the Lexapro at an earlier age but thankful now!"


"I have had bad acne since the 4th grade. During my senior year in high school, I was put on Accutane which worked for the duration of time that I was on it (moderately, mild breakouts but the redness went away, a huge step up from my ridiculous acne!) but returned in moderation when I went to college in the fall. I waited until the spring to visit my dermatologist and she put me on two facial creams and Monodox. I tried the facial creams alone, didn't work. Then tried Monodox and within a week, I saw a huge difference. Not only did my acne almost disappear, but my breakouts were 1-2 mild, small pimples that went away leaving no scars in 2 days. I have been on it about 3 months and I couldn't be happier. My face is clear! Highly recommend."


"I have had severe insomnia that is very possibly related to Humira."


"Great pain relief."


"I started Contrave for the first time in July. I have PCOS and the doctor wanted me to try something that would help me lose the weight I gained from it. This wasn't his first choice but my insurance wouldn't cover any of the other medications and it was the only one I could afford out of pocket. I was only on it for three weeks because I was really sick from it. I was nauseated, tired and it gave me really bad headaches. It became too much so I decided to stop. I did lose 5lbs but I'm not sure if it was from the medicine or from being sick. I started again and only taking 1 pill. I still have headaches but I'm not as sick. I would take something else if I could but I'm doing what I can to have the ability to have kids when I choose."


"Okay ladies, I have taken this pill twice in the past 2 years..both due to broken condoms with hubby. Both times I took the pill within 3-5 hours of the incident and am happy to report Plan B was effective for me both times. I did experience a pretty nasty headache, dizziness and nausea for the first 48 hours. I know you must be very scared, but try to remain calm and let the medicine run its course. It is highly effective if taken within 24 hrs so DO NOT delay."


"My toenail fungus started in 2001.  But I ignored it for years, mostly because I wear polish on my toenails and never thought about it.  About 18 months ago, one toenail started to curl and they were both getting very thick and icky. I tried Lamasil (oral) and within days had a major allergic reaction, with hives everywhere and red welts on my face and neck.

My podiatrist wasn't hopeful about this being a cure.  But I had to try. I apply it every single morning.  I don't think I've missed a single day.  My toenails are about 2/3 grown out, the curl in the left toenail has flattened out and the nail has grown out enough so that the thickness is almost gone.  I'm very hopeful that by December 2016 it'll be all gone."


"I have osteomyolitis /MRSA .  This was Excellent... Great for nausea and definitely gives an appetite without upsetting stomach."


"I've dealt with chronic lower back pain and spasms  L3/S1 now mainly L5 avoided surgery then arthritis set in and am not a candidate for surgery.  I've done the useless epidural shots avoid those as they helping the progression of arthritis. Exercise and take your meds that's enabling me to do my day to day's. Keep a positive attitude and enjoy life as best you can. Don't let the pain win, never stop living"


"This medicine has changed my life. I am a very active teenager, with almost the worst asthma imaginable. I couldn't even run 100m without wheezing and feeling like I was going to have an attach. This was very hard on my competitive soccer as well. But last spring my doctor prescribes singular to me and everything changed. Now I can run for a full hour without coughing or wheezing, and I only have to use my fast active relief when I am sprinting. The medicine started working in just a few days. Best medicine out there."


"Very helpful.  I am mostly allergic to tree pollen (oak, birch).  Stings a bit and causes lots of tears after application but it goes away within minutes.  Took a day or so to become really effective - I started at the peak of the allergy season.  I feel like a new person!"


"Was on it and later Remeron for 3 months. Remeron was an near-instant help; Paxil did some good things. Apparently, a great anxiety med. Effects didn't really last and I got anxious/depressed to a large extent. Went off and had a hard withdrawal."


"I started taking Divalproex(Depakote)250mg on June 10th and than on June 17th I was admitted into a psychiatric hospital because of my bipolar.  I learned from the psychiatrist there that the dosage I was on was absolutely nothing and would have no effect on me.  The psychiatrist ended up raising the dose to 750mg.  I definetly can tell that my mood is leveled out for the most part. I would recommended this to people with bipolar and people with seizures(I was diagnosed a few years ago with non eptiletic seizures).  So far I dont see any side effects, thank God.  I take this medication at night along with:

Aripiprazole(Abilify)15mg

Trazodone(Desyrel)50mg

Hydroxyzine(Vistaril)50mg

Clonazepam(Klonopin)1mg"


"I was diagnosed with bipolar 2, bipolar with depression, bipolar without mania... The main thing I noticed about Lamictal is that it seemed to have helped with ADHD symptoms, that I really didn't know I had, until I read the symptoms for that. I was chronically late, my whole adult life. I lost almost every job I had due to lateness. I had other ADHD symptoms, but that was not my diagnosis. Guess I thought all those things were just character flaws.

After I started taking Lamictal, I was not late anymore! It seemed to have helped with depression, but any benefit from that has seemed to come back. I came to this site looking for extended, long range use of Lamictal."


"My son has suffered with major constipation for almost a year. He is 2 years old. Every doctor told us to use prunes, apple juice, no dairy... etc. we tried them all. BUT Metamucil has worked its wonders!! He poops everyday and does not have to strain so much. Its doing really good, we give him half of a teaspoon in his water once a day and he doesn't even drink all of it."


"My experience with Taytulla was horrible and it's only been on my first week. I felt nausea about 2 hours after I took it and I noticed I had yeast infection. I never have it and I knew something was wrong. I read about it online and it does cause yeast infection as a side effect to some people. It was not a fun experience. I had it changed and the doctor has me on Orsythia, no problems so far!"


"Prograf seems to have worked since my liver transplant 4 years ago, but it has also kept me broke, at $1641 for 60 5mg caps. I'm grateful to be alive but not happy about the what it has cost me."


"For birth control, it works wonderfully. As for ovarian cysts it seems to do nothing for me. I still get them as often as I used to and I see no end to it."


"I love the Implanon. I have tried all other birth controls except the ones you insert in the uterus or Mirena. Anyway, my period has been nonexistent since 2010 and my partner couldn't be happier. I do have sharp back pain and cramps including mood swings basically everything that my body would do if it was "pregnant" like the OBgyn explained. I have gained 20 plus pounds but I know a majority of it is my diet and exercise so I highly recommend this to women who want something long term."


"Did not work.  Made heart race."


"It keeps me calm and relaxed most of the time."


"I have been sensitive to several birth control pills, including tri lo Marzia which is supposed to be the same thing. On that one I bled for 3 weeks straight in the middle of a pack. This one has worked wonderfully for me and I have had no issues with acne or mood swings like I have with others. I do think every birth control works differently for everyone, so never take what one person says positively or negatively from a review!"


"Took the pills around 2 pm and then ate a full meal. 30 minutes later,  I experienced severe nausea for about 10 minutes but now I am just very tired. But this is the consequence for being stupid and having unprotected sex. I'll take the side effects over an std anyday. So far so good though."


"I started using Tri Sprintec 3 months ago. Within the first week, I noticed that my face began to breakout more than usual. I am now using medicated face wash to decrease the breakouts, so I can't tell if they would still be as bad after the first month. I have also gained a noticeable amount of weight since starting the pill. I eat relatively healthy, and I workout 4-6 times a week. However, I feel extremely bloated, as if I have a whole other layer of skin on. The weight gain and the inability to lose it has been unbearable, which is why I'm switching to a lower dosage pill. Overall, Tri Sprintec wasn't all that bad - no breakthrough bleeding, no moodiness, no nausea, etc. The only complaint is that it did make me gain weight quick."


"Has significantly slowed the progression and even improved sight in my left eye. This last treatment however, has left my eyes feeling sore and I have a small floater. It has been 4 days since my treatment, this is why I am mentioning it. To anybody considering this treatment, I say, please do it - there are more benefits than risks."


"I take Paxil 50mg for PTSD, OCD, anxiety and depression. No drug is a "wonderdrug" but for me, Paxil has been a life saver. No more night terrors, no more shaky hands and sweats. I have been able to function more normally than I have in years. No side effects that bother me."


"I cannot rate seroquel highly enough.  I was a mess with constant anxiety that just would not stop. I had tried so many things and seroquel literally changed my life.  I take 400 xr and don't really have any side effects, but even if I did I would put up with anything to be rid of the anxiety. I don't know how I managed to get through life before I started taking seroquel"


"I was on my 4th try on a antidepressant and was feeling very discouraged. I had many side effects from the other medicines such as sleepiness, headaches, overeating, agitation, and crying spells. My therapist gave me Pristiq. I read about the side effects and was not looking forward to headaches. I took it and had no side effects. On my second day I was doing a lot more things and felt a lot better. Thank God!"


"It worked good on my son."


"This medicine kept my Crohn's Disease in remission for almost 15 years."


"Dont have any side effects, only mild tiredness. Been taking it for three weeks."


"I just found out I have chlamydia. The doctor prescribed me four 500MG azithromycin pills. I've only taken two and I threw up within an hour and stayed on the toilet for about 30 mins. Now I'm scared to take the other two."


"I was on Benicar 40mg for 7-8 years. It worked great but last year I got pregnant with my first child and had to switch to meds that were safe for the baby. After my pregnancy, my doc put me back on Benicar and suddenly it didn't work for me any more. I started experiencing scary high bp's and side effects I had not had previously. My doc just switched me to Edarbi 80mg. I've only been on it for a week but so far it's working great. My numbers are even a little on the low side. The only side effect I've had is occasional dizziness when I stand up. I'm praying I don't get any other side effects. My doctor told me that it is pricey but he gave me a discount card to try. Right now I'm still using the samples he gave me."


"I am prescribed Xanax 0.5 mg twice daily. At 21 yrs old and have a speech impairment due to major anxiety. Xanax helps greatly to calm me down and be able to control my nervousness. I've tried Vistaril, Buspar, Seroquel, Paxil and nothing comes close to working as well as Xanax does! It works pretty fast when real anxious and makes me to be much much more outgoing and motivated throughout the day. I'm taking 40mg Celexa with Xanax which is a wonderful combination. I'm very fidigity and uncalm, but with Xanax, I feel how I should be. While being less anxious and more outgoing, I also feel a very floaty state of mind. Xanax helps!"


"I've been on this pill since I was 16 and now I'm 21. I take this pill as a continuous birth control and never get my period. I have nothing bad to say about this pill and will continue to take it as long as needed. It's great!"


"Stay as far away as possible from this medicine. I took only one injection Oct 11, 2015 during my cycle, with hopes of lighting my cycle, which was due to start on my wedding day Nov 21, 2015. I started bleeding approximately 1 week after receding the injection, it is now Feb 22, 2016, and I am still bleeding. Its a constant spotting, with a break through of extreme heavy bleeding, soaking a pad within an hour. I am a newly wed and unable to satisfy my husband, I surely hope he doesn't go out in cheat, due to this stupid shot, there should be some type of class action lawsuit. Depo Provera need to come off of the market."


"No side effects at all. No problems at all. Had two spots on my back that are gone. Thanks doc for recommending this treatment."


"Totally ineffective. Only giving it a 2 because of the lack of side effects, otherwise i'd give it a 1."


"I have always had really heavy periods and when I was in high school I thought I was normal even though I was changing a super tampon every hour. Turns out high school girls exaggerate about their symptoms. I went onto the pill when I was 18 to deal with the bleeding and upset guts. It helped a little but I still got upset guts and would bleed for a full 7 days (still using those super tampons). I have had the Mirena for 1&1/2 months Granted I have only had one period since its been put in but it was a grand total of three days and I barely needed a panty liner for it. I had no upset guts. The only thing is if I have too much sugar (chocolate bar and a pop at the same time) I will get really bad gas pains. So I guess I just won't eat that much sugar anymore."


"Started taking it today. Not really feeling any effects. Still hungry and Dr said would have lots of energy .... Not feeling that part yet lol I'm at a whopping 262 depressed and hope this works to help
Me"


"I've used this product over the years and have never had a problem until now. Having all the side effects mentioned here. It made the yeast infection worse - intense burning, itching, and redness. Something must have changed in the formula for so many to be complaining."


"I have been crying inappropriately since a stroke 2 years ago. Nuedexta has helped me keep my emotions in check. I still cry, but usually in more appropriate situations.  Recommend it."


"58 year old male 6 foot 235 pounds high blood pressure,and cholesterol. Three months experience 22 pounds and feeling fine. Sill want to lose 30 -35 more but need to get off the couch and exercise. My problem as the diet part is easily managed now. Thanks for the help and sending me on my way."


"I started talking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE about 2 years ago blood pressure was 138/79, i didn't think that was high if you know your body you know normal things about it as well, i exercised everyday, lost about thirty pounds, the doctor put me on this medicine at 25mg, as soon as i was on it for a week I began to have numbness in my hands and feet, i started having bad muscle cramps until i couldn't sleep at night, I am not saying for anyone to get off there Med. that is your choice, but taking a bunch of Medicine is not my choice of life, I have learned that this medicine also cause cramps even more when i eat my dark green vegetables, I have been keeping a record of these side effects for 30 days, have not had the cramps or the numbness."


"I have been taking Aridimex for 4.5 years, coming up on my 5 year post treatment check up. Side effects for me have been; hot flashes, neuropathy, intense joint pain, insomnia and 30% loss of bone density.  I take 2 ibuprofen daily to manage pain and power through.  New clinical data indicate staying on longer may reduce risk further.  I was so looking forward to getting off this drug, not sure how I feel about that."


"This product should be taken off the market.  After having surgery a week ago the anesthesia left me with constipation. I took one pill in the am and around 5pm the severe cramping and nausea  began.   I am still going through it as I type this from the bathroom with cold sweats and wishing I could just die.  If I had know this was the result of taking this  "over the counter " medication I'd have never willingly done so. Shame on me for not checking reviews ahead of time as it looks as if more people than not have suffered the same results. Why on earth would the FDA continue to allow this drug on the market, I have no idea.  I'm not even over my surgery yet, now add this to the mix?  I was looking for relief. This is the exact opposite."


"It took away my pain, but made me drowsy and depressed. Also, it made me retain serious water. I recommend only taking this as a serious last resort!"


"Taken with Cefadroxil twice a day for ten days. Got rid of the visible signs of the infection within one day. I experienced slight loss of appetite but other than that, I didn't experience any side effects. However, on the last day of taking this medicine I broke out in a rash all over my face, neck, arms and chest. I'm hoping that it will go away because now I'm done with the medicine."


"I've been on this drug about four weeks now, just gave my fourth injection yesterday.

First injection wasn't that bad, felt nauseated for two days, lost appetite had to remind myself to eat but I was fine rest of the week, and such a remarkable improvement on my blood glucose results.Second injection, was very nauseated but no vomit on first day, second day, woke up at 4am feeling  sick to my stomach, shaking, sweating, my BS was 130mg/dl. Vomited like endless then was fine again rest of the week. Third injection , felt much better a little nausea first two days then fine. I've lost 4lbs in four weeks, my BS number's averages 110's, A1C dropped from 8.4 to 7.2 in three weeks. It's a very expensive drug but I think it's worth to try."


"DON'T BE PUT OFF BY A BAD REVIEW! I took Accutane when I was 18, I held off taking it for a while as of all of the reviews. Me and my friend were both on it, she suffered with the dry skin and nose bleeds but its no where near as bad as it sounds. I never even noticed her dry skin and if you're good and slap moisturizer on you'll be fine! I threatened about the dry skin and I tell you I didn't have one side effect I just remember loving life! No more make up sliding off my face due to oiliness either. The side effects depend on your dose I was on 30mg but my friend was on 80mg and had side effects. You can take a lower dose but you'll be on the treatment for longer as you're given a certain amount depending on your weight."


"I found Flomax very effective for increasing the size of my urine flow, and taking away the uncomfortable pressure I felt moments before urinating. I take the lower dose of .4MG, and have found that taking it every-other day is as effective for me as taking it daily."


"I have been on Yaz for almost 5 months. Every month my doctor told me to try to wait one more month that my body would adjust. It has caused me to have extreme anxiety, gain weight, and severe depression. My poor boyfriend has had to deal with me for the past couple months and I'm nothing but depressed. But it has been great for pregnancy reasons. I'm only with one person so it's my only birth control and so far so good there."


"I have been on citalopram 20 mg for 2 months now. Overall yes I have felt better , my mood was happy , not easy to anger, and things that would normally stress me didn't as much.

I had a incident where I missed 3 doses , I was dizzy light headed and felt very unbalanced, took my evening dose and woke up next morning back to no side effects. Online search stated it was withdrawals.

Now since 2 months down, I have suddenly felt depressed , and anxiety a little more again. Going to call doctor see if its not working, I have a urge to eat more then before carbs and sweets."


"I took this pill for almost a year. I thought the symptoms I had would go away but they only got worse! Severe crying spells and extreme sensitivity to anything someone said to me and also mood swings with depression and anxiety. I am hoping a different pill will not give me the same horrible experience this gave me. If you are experiencing these side effects I encourage you to switch as soon as you notice them. They will not get better and it will effect your social life. As far as physical side effects I only had spotting the first few months which is normal."


"2 years ago I started not to sleep until mornings and my doctor gave me this medicine. It's supposed to initiate sleeping which I needed most and it was only for 2 weeks. After taking this pill my sleeping was awesome.. but after 2 weeks when I stopped it started again and I was awake all night. I couldn't sleep without pill and now its been 2 years. It helps me to sleep but bad that I can't live without it. "


"I have been on Advair Diskus for only 2 days and already I feel like I have much more energy, and I don't wheeze like I used too. Haven't had to have my inhaler in 2 days either. Time will tell lets hope I have found something that works and I can get back to a normal lifestyle."


"I recommend this medication and especially for women with PCOS. I started out at 220 pounds in feb 2015 and today Oct. 2015 I weigh 173!! The process has been a good pace and they would up the dosage if I felt like I needed them to. I've always had a very active job and lifestyle and I've always ate right with the occasional cheat meal. This medication is perfect with low carbs, lots of water intake, active body or exercise, small portioned meals, and if you have PCOS vitamen B! Make sure medication is taken in morning after breakfast on empty stomach but not to late in afternoon. There are some mood swings but just when I switched to a higher dosage and that would go away. Everybody is different too! Other then that enjoy the comments!"


"Responded well to this medicine, after failing everything, including Topamax. I had severe motion component with migraine. Could not stand, roll over or lean over without increased pain/pressure. Depakote finally worked after trying many medicines for 2 1/2 months.

just don't like the weight gain"


"This birth control is TERRIBLE!!! It increased my mood swings, made me feel as if I was on my cycle for about a week and a half (which only lasts normally 5 days), decreased my sex drive, caused me to discharge a lot, and caused a drastic weight gain (at least 15lbs)...only gave it 2/10 because I didn't get pregnant..."


"I have been off and on antidepressants the last 10 years and Wellbutrin did a great job after my son died. But I had terrible eye twitches and then bounced around to all the usual medicine. Viibyrd is amazing. I had some diarrhea issues, no restless legs or weird dreams but with the OxyContin and hydrocodone I don't ever have issues sleeping really. And Xanax for my anxiety I feel really sharp again focused on life not worried about what I can and can't do since my spinal injury. Life's good! Oh and the sex has been amazing! I would recommend this to anyone."


"Vistaril is a horrible medication for anxiety it does absolutely nothing benzos work the best"


"Been on Symbicort now for 15 years. Best thing ever, no side effects, clears my chest in seconds."


"I was out on fluticasone for a severe cold with ear infection and thick head congestion that was quite persistent.  The doctor felt giving it a go might get the nasal passages open a bit to help with sinus pressure and fluid behind my eardrum.  After 10 days on it, my symptoms worsened, severe sore throat,  white patches on my throat, bleeding nose, and tracheal spasms that put me into coughing fits so bad, I'd throw up and feel as though I would pass out from lack of air.  I chose to stop it 3 days ago. After 2 days, my throat pain improved and i felt more myself.  Day 3, the tracheal spasms, so far, seem to have ended. while the medicine helped with congestion overall, the side effects were too much for me and I couldn't continue"


"Yes, this medicine does work very well for paying attention. It also can be used when you need it and can stop and start use (you can just take it on schooldays even just important school days if you want). It's good that you don't have to ruin your weekend with the bad side effects. If you just take one like I have for five years you'll focus but by noon you'll be a zombie that hates the sound of people trying to make pointless conversation. "


"This is my second month taking it and my breast are so sore first month I took it I was fine I feel nauseous all the time I'm gaining a lot of weight it's sad never had I felt like this on bc  but only one more month left . Then I can try to have a baby been irregular all my life I'm 25 now still no kids ."


"I suffer manor depression anxiety and insomnia.
I was on trazadone 100mg, which I cut back to 50mg because it's very sedating.
I switched from trazadone 50mg to amitriptyline 10mg to start 2 days ago.
It is not as strong as the trazadone but does the same job, although I may need a higher dose eventually.
I don't wake up as groggy as with other meds and sleep well.
So far so good not many side effects but some dry mouth. But I am also switching from cipralex to Effexor so it's hard to tell which side effect is coming from which med.
But I do think this med is helping for sleep and anxiety. Btw I was addicted to benzodiazepines for years so this is a good substitute for addictive meds."


"Maxalt MLT works great. Gets rid of migraine within an hour.  Tried generic form but only reduced pain by half, plus migraine comes back within a few hours. Also side effects much worse."


"This medication is overpriced rubbish. Maybe it works well for those who absolutely cannot control their eating, but I feel that I over paid for this drug for almost three years before talking to my doctor about the expense, and then having them adjust me back to metformin and glypizide, separately. My costs went from over $400 a month to $8 a month, and zero change in my levels. This drug is a  scam by the manufacture in my opinion, and I'd like to rip somebody's head off at Merck. Do not fall for this; it's literally just a scam on the part of the greedy corporate drug companies"


"It works for inflammation from my neuroma/foot pain, however, it makes me tired all the time and I seem grumpier - LOL.  Also, after being on it for a month, when I decided to go off, my legs and ankles really really had major water retention.  So, maybe when going off of it, it's a better idea to not stop all at once, but taper off so the body can adjust.  The side effect of going off  of this stuff and the drowsiness is why I rated it low.  Otherwise, it does work for inflammation!!"


"I have been on bupropion SR 150mg twice a day for a few weeks now. At first I had weird feelings (side effects) very hot..a little trembles..nothing that I couldn't deal with. Dr. wanted me to take 1 pill twice daily after the third day. I did and it was horrible..so I remained taking the 1 pill until my second week and it was perfect. No side effects or weird feelings. Oh besides always being thirsty nothing major! I like the meds and I'm a much happier person unless I forget my second pill...then I'm back to my old grumpy rude self! Good luck to anyone starting this medicine!"


"I have tried just about every medicine there is to treat bipolar disorder, and Seroquel hands-down is the best one for me in terms of stability. However, the weight gain has been a problem. I gained 40 pounds on Seroquel. The good news is I've lost 16 pounds of that in 3 1/2 months. It's been hard work, but I am confident I can meet my goal of losing 48 more pounds over the next year."


"The depo shot went really well for me. The first time I got the shot I did bleed for about a month, but for the next year and a half I did not bleed at all. After that I never really had any cramping or anything like that. The only bad thing is that you can only take it for up to 2 years, so now I have to find a new birth control."


"So I've been on the Nexplanon for 3 years and 6 months. Had it for the first 3 years and I noticed that I had gained quite a bit of weight, roughly 50 pounds. My doctor recommended that I get it again because it was so effective, so I agreed. I'm about 6 months in and I've already gained 12 more pounds, mood swings, low libido, and sever depression. Oh and I also have an ovarian cyst, which I think was caused by the increase in hormones. This birth control is terrible I do not recommend it."


"I started taking Levothyroxine around 2 months ago ,building up from 50 to 75.

Recently had blood test back, and my results have come back as normal now!

I went from nearly collapsing whilst out walking my dog. Having aches and pains.

Brainfog, no energy at all...falling asleep at the drop of a hat!!

Fights with hubby ,because I was so fatigued!

Was going on like that for years, until Doctor gave me the bloodtest,and realized It was a medical condition..I thought it was me ,just being tired and irritable.

Now I am starting to recover, slowly ,,weight gain .Went from 9stone to 12.2.

3 stone. now I have to lose al this weight because of hypothyroidism..nightmare!

But I feel more awake , more energy ,hope this review helps someone!"


"I have been takeing Metformin for my PCOS since September 8TH. When I don't eat before I take it, I get headaches and tummy aches. I tend to get shakey and faint feeling. So I make sure that I eat first and never take them on an empty stomach. If I miss a pill or two I feel bad, sick like. I forgot I was not suppose to drink and had a beer, I became really tired and felt like I had a sugar crash, won't do that again. Other then that the only side effect that the pill gives me is a dry mouth. I am always thirsty. My face has cleared up but I have not lost any noticable weight at the moment. Take this medicine as directed. Rating this medicine as a 5 I have not been taking it long enough to see any changes other then a clear face."


"I find it to be very effective, but have very dry facial skin from it. I take 5 mg in the morning."


"I was prescribed 500mg 4 times a day for 10 days to treat my folliculitis after shaving with a bad razor. The first day I felt okay, but I'm on day 4 and I already feel like crap. I feel dizzy, extremely fatigued to the point where I feel like a lifeless potato, nausea, lightheadedness, and some mild abdominal pain here and there. I pretty much don't feel like doing anything. The folliculitis seems to be slowly improving, though it flares up again when I wake up so I'm not entirely sure if this antibiotic is working. Might discontinue it if side effects get worse and try to get a different antibiotic"


"Have suffered depression most of my life. Am now 50  and was prescribed Cymbalta after experiencing a debilitating bout of severe depression about 15 months ago. I was unable to function. I had been taking it for about two and a half years previously and decided to ween off it but after 3 months fell into the deep hole mentioned above. I take 60mg at night and sleep well, I have to watch my weight and I experience constipation. I find it hard to cry (better than the alternative right?) and also feel somewhat lethargic but overall it keeps me feeling 'normal'."


"I have been on Effexor XR for about a year, after switching from Paxil. It is a scary thing to read all these reviews, and question about whether you should or should not take it. I personally started for anxiety, and it has helped tremendously. To me having panic attacks is not a fun task, yes are there side effects but everything you put into your body does. Please try what your doctor recommends before you read all the reviews."


"Taken in combination with a stool softener. Long term daily use."


"please girls do not get this bc. I have bled for 9 months gained 50 lbs and my boobs have blowed up like ballons. just had removed and am hoping to get my life back."


"I have been retaining fluid really bad in my legs and hands.  I tried a mild water pill but it didn't work very well.  My doctor prescribed Furosemide 40mg along with a potassium pill. It has been working really well. I need to do a blood test in 3 weeks to make sure everything is okay."


"I am a young (22 year-old) female who has bursitis in my right hip. I'm anteriorally rotated, and have a gluteal strain, so it doesn't help my hip.  Physical therapy has significantly helped, but my hip pops every step I take, and often pops out of place. Again despite the physical therapy, the pain sometimes becomes unbearable. I have tried about 4 different drugs before Lortab. Lortab is the only medicine that eases the severe pain (when I'm between 8 and 10 on the pain scale). It is not to take for every day, but it is AMAZING.  For me, the downside, which I have heard from many people, is that it can leave you feeling anxious, and I generally can't sleep if I take Lortab.  I think the benefits far outweigh the negative."


"This was one of the worst experiences of my life, I had the copper IUD inserted about 5 months ago and got it removed today! Those were the worst 5 months of my life! To start off the insertion was extremely painful (I've also never had any children). From there all the awful side effects started. Periods from hell! I bleed like I've never in my life before, cramps were so bad I had to call out of work a few times and only laying in the bed with a heating pad helped them. I lost so much blood I ended up with anemia, and looked like a walking zombie all the time. & then after about 2 months of this my face began to break out with very painful cystic acne everywhere. (I've never had a problem with acne my whole entire life). Worst thing ever"


"I was on Humira for several years, and it worked great. Eventually though, my body started making antibodies against the Humira, and it started working with less efficacy. I then switched to Otezla. I once did a trial study of a pill version of a ps med (the only one I had ever heard of at the time), and it worked great, so I was pretty hopeful as I started Otezla.

For me, I could literally feel the Humira leaving my body. For those of you with bad ps, I started feeling those pins and needles again. I gave Otezla almost 6 months before calling my Rheum doc and asking if I could try something else and here I am. I'm not scaling a ton, but I'm constantly itchy (hard to sleep). I've tried a lot and some have worked. For me, Otezla doesn't."


"Worked great but after being on it for 5 years or so I got the side effect of twitching, feet would not stop twitching, moving on their own. I asked my doctor to please take me off."


"Taking medicine to many years in my opinion."


"Had the shot two years ago and loved it- no periods, no sure effects. I stopped it for a while and got another shot 8 weeks ago. Severe mood swings, painful acne, sore breasts, period pain and migrains! Spotting non stop for 3 weeks.. Will never take the shot again"


"I've been a dizzy person all my life and I just always managed it. Then in the last few weeks, it has been worse than I've ever experienced before: dizzy spells, sensation of spinning. Nothing extreme but enough to keep me in the house a few days.

Took a 25 mg pill. No quick relief, but within an hour, there was a noticeable difference. Basically the screws tightened up and I wasn't as dizzy. Then, after 90 minutes, the vertigo was mostly gone. After 2 hours, it was totally gone.

I'm still a bit flabbergasted. Did I just suffer all those years for nothing?

Cheap drug too. Easily accessible, even over the counter.

Only complaint: A little slow to work."


"Kills my migraines, but kills my stomach too. Sometimes I just have to decide which is the lesser evil. Intense migraines trump hours of burning stomach, but sensation of digesting razor blades trumps mild migraines. Know your body and medicate accordingly."


"3 kids already. Plan b worked for me. First time ever taking it.  We had a condom break and I took plan b 10 hours after. Bled for 5 days a week after taking and went to the hospital 2 weeks after condom break and blood test for pregnancy was negative. I totally skipped my next period so I took 2 more home pret tests were both beg. Now 44 days after consuming plan b I got my real period. But mind you I have worried the entire time. Not fun. It messed with my birth control free cycles and had lots of weird cramps. I never want to have sex again. Problem solved."


"It just did not work for me. So are many others that I have tried in the last 8 months. I do think it's just me because after all is said and done, only calcium channel blockers with their side effects seem to work for me. I am now back to CCB (from Norvasc and Nifedipine) and now Cardizem. Norvasc I used for about 15 years and when it stopped working well, I tried other types like ARBs, ACE inhibitors, Beta Blockers, etc without much help. Then I tried Nifedipine which worked but with bad side effects the worst of which was serious edema that left my leg's skin exfoliating when I stopped taking it. I hope Cardizem which already shows promise does not give me edema and other serious CCB side effects."


"Abilify has been a miracle for me. For 14 years I've tried to get relief from major depression, and until I got on this medicine nothing else worked. No weight gain a little side effect. My biggest gripe, TOO MUCH ENERGY. "


"I had the first one December 2011. No side effects what so ever. No period. Had only unprotected sex and never had a worry. In December 2014 got it removed and another put in. Same simple procedure, they just put it back into the "capsule" that your body makes with the first one. Again no side effects or period. We decided to have another baby so January 2016 got it removed, which I paid $200. As insurance won't cover it if it is before your three years. Had my first menstrual Feb. 26th 2016. And got pregnant instantly. Had my baby full-term November 27, 2016. And now January 20, 2017 got another one put in. Everyone's body is different and will tolerate birth control differently. None of the others worked for me, this has been MY birth control"


"I love TraZadone. I have always had a problem with anxiety and problems sleeping. My PA put me on 50mg at least a year ago. It was a miracle. I'm able to fall asleep and STAY asleep. Something I have struggled with all my life. I'm also a very light sleeper. But the real miracle came when it helped with my anxiety/depression. I'm a new person. I just recently asked for an increase. My PA was surprised I hadn't asked earlier. She upped the dose to 100 mg and I sleep like a baby. It's been a wonder drug for me."


"I've been taking it for two days now, I have one more day left to take this medicine. On the first day I got a pretty strong headache and took some advil which it did react to. Second day, this morning, I woke up with a migraine, took 3 advil. after a few hours migraine then degraded to a bad headache. UTI symptoms have gotten better, headache is getting worse. I've never had a migraine before today. The last time I had a UTI I was prescribed something different, I'm not sure what but I did not suffer any side effects."


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"I am doing the prepopik for the first time. I've done the golitely and the miralax/Gatorade preps in the past. The prepopik is tolerable. It's only 5oz 2x so it's not too difficult. I started feeling it work within the first half hour of taking the first dose. My stool was clear a couple hours later. I took my 2nd dose 6 hours later as directed. It felt like I was pooping fire. It was HORRIBLE take your breath away burning. I did remain clear yellow though. The biggest struggle for me was drinking the at least 24oz after the second dose. I couldn't take in anymore liquid. My stomach was a mess. I had mild cramping tons of gurgling and a very uncomfortable digestion feeling. This prep wasn't worse than any of the others."


"I've been in Trinessa for about 3 months now. I had SEVERE inflammatory and prior to getting on Trinessa. I've always had moderate acne but after my small pox vaccination (required by the military to deploy to the middle East) My doctor prescribed this pill solely for my acne.

It took about a month and a half of using it to really notice a difference but man when it kicked in it kicked in. I get maybe 2-4 pimples a week now vs 20  new ones. And the ones I do get are not nearly as big or as inflamed. Even when I'm in my period I get far less than I used to.

This was a miracle for me!"


"I recently switched from Xanax to Klonopin for panic disorder. Klonopin does help me get through the day but doesn't totally eliminate my anxiety. I like the fact that I don't get heavy rebound anxiety on Klonopin (as I did on Xanax) due to its longer half life. Overall quite long lasting, pretty effective, but in the crisis of a panic attack a Xanax is 1000X better for getting through it."


"I switched to this from Ortho Tri Cyclen six months ago to help with unwanted facial hair. It hasn't helped and it's made my hair and skin very oily. My skin hasn't looked this bad since I was sixteen. I'm using acne toner, spot treatment, oil-free moisturizer, and a foundation for acne-prone skin and none of it has made any difference. I have constant mood swings and cry easily. I'm switching back to Ortho Tri Cyclen next week."


"I'm 23 years old. I'm due for a 3rd shot the end of this month but I don't think I'm taking it. I've had severe headaches and backaches. My eyes hurt going outside so I have to wear sunglasses in winter!. I haven't had any periods just spotting now and then. I've gained a lot of weight well being on it because I seem to always be hungry. I have no sex drive what so ever. I'm extremely moody. I wouldn't recommend this shot to anyone. I've heard nothing but bad things about it since being on it. And I didn't know that this shot is also used for cancer patients too. I'm going to stop the shot because of the bone strength loss and possible infertility caused by this shot."


"This was the first pill that I've been on, within the first month I experienced terrible mood swings, and gained 10 pounds within the first three months. I had to get off the pill. Now I've switched to the brand name Loestrin. "


"I've been on Yaz for about 3 years now. I was initially worried about it due to the bad media, but I was assured those issues had been resolved and were rare. I was put on Yaz due to my bad acne. Ever since taking it my periods have been lighter, shorter, my acne has lessened (not disappeared), and have gained no weight (at least due to the pill). I do have major migraines, but its due to an eye condition. At first I had emotional issues I believe were caused by the pill and a low sex drive. But after 3 months of use everything leveled out and was eventually better than when I started. The only problem I've ever had was when I was taken off Yaz for about 2 months due to insurance issues."


"If I could give this a 0, I would. I decided to get this after being on the pill and then switching to the skyla IUD, which I also hated and led me to nexplanon. I was told by my gyn that this would take away my period and result in limited weight gain. I have had it in now for just over 6 months and I think there have been 4 days total over the course of these months that I haven't been bleeding. 80% of the time I'm bleeding so that I'm soakingthrough super tampons. My face and back have broken out in acne, something I never really had. I have 0 sex drive (thank god because I bleed too much to have sex anyway) and have gained a noticable amount of weight. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone. Stick to the pill!"


"Worst experience I ever been through, i got my implant a month ago and hopefully getting it out today. Since i got the implant ive been on my period heavy. I would get really bad headaches, mood swings are horrible and no sex drive at all!! When i would have sex im not really in the mood and its so painful, my boyfriend feels so bad that it hurts. I get really bad cramps and im always nauseous and ive been throwing up more than usual.. my anxiety is through the roof.. i was 120 pounds when i got the implant and now im 105.. im trying to gain weight but still losing weight, it does prevent pregnancy really well but the side effects are to much for my body to handle, every woman is different. Im going back to the depo shot hopefully today!!"


"I take 300mg of serequol xr at night time with antidepressants it puts me to sleep as I wouldn't be able to however I'm knocked out until the morning if I don't take it everyday I get major withdrawals symptoms even if it's on 48 hrs so will be interesting in seeing how I get off it over the next couple of years but has improved sleep and mood"


"This is the second time I've taken fluconazole for a vaginal yeast infection. I've had no side effects. This pill works so much better and faster than the OTC creams. Itching started easing within a day and was gone within a week."


"I took 100 milligram trazodone for the first time last night. It did help me sleep but I woke up with a terrible headache and around lunchtime I felt foggy and almost hungover."


"This works great."


"To bad people have to abuse medication that other people need. This pill seems to reduce pain better than any other with less side effects."


"I am 36 years old and had a lot of chemotherapy.  Now I have extremely bad electrical pain in my feet mostly at night but during the day too. Was taking gabapentin but I got really sick not sure if it was because of that but my doctor took me off it and put me on Lyrica 50 mg 2xday but I only take one at night because it makes me dizzy. The one at night works great. The pain before was so bad that I was starting to not be able to drive but now I am fine."


"By the third day I had lost my voice, developed pneumonia, been unable to cough out production from my lungs, scarred my lungs even further. I would expect this product to be removed by the FDA soon. If the condition lasts, I'll be seeking legal council."


"I just started my 4th month on Levora. I have not experienced any side effects besides CRYING. I cry almost everyday. I was not like this at all before. Yeah, I cried at the sad parts in movies, but that's about it. Since I started Levora, I cry over just about everything. It's really embarrassing because it happens at work and school, and my boyfriend is also affected by it, too. Other than that, no complaints."


"I have been on Diamox since 2004 when I was first diagnosed with a pseudotumor cerebri. I was hospitalized for 5 days after experiencing paralysis in my legs, severe headaches, nausea and visual impairment.  I have tried to stop taking the medication but had to return to it due to the severe headaches and cranial swelling.  I have constant problems with electrolyte deficiencies and have to take additional medications to alleviate other problems.  This is still the best treatment I have experienced.  In addition to this condition, I also have Lupus, HBP, Hypothyroidism and I am Bi-polar."


"Had my second infusion three days ago and had absolutely no side effects both times. Experienced dramatic 7-1/2% increase in bone density from the treatment after 8 straight dexas reflecting consistent bone loss. Could not be more pleased."


"Good stuff. Kept me awake for the first few nights, but it was well worth it. None of the other side effects,  just didn't want to smoke, mostly because I believe part of what this medicine does is makes cigarettes taste like yucky! My girlfriend still smoke's, and while I was taking it I couldn't be around when she was smoking, the smell almost made me sick."


"I took this drug as prescripted 1 pill once a day for 24 weeks. I did not have any side effects, a true miracle drug.

I have taken two other forms of treatments and the side effects were unbelievably bad and results were nothing! Except for having daily diarrhea for nine months and a heart attack which left me with A-fib of my heart."


"Just started on Prezcobix.  My Dr. moved me off of Isentress because it was causing me joint pain.  Usually I've done really well on my HIV meds. Been taking them since 1996.  Just getting started on this one though.  They are large, but sort of flat so somewhat easy to swallow.  Just pay attention to how you swallow them.  No side effects while first starting, so I was glad of that.  I'll do another review after I've been on it for more than 7 months to a year.  Thanks"


"I was first prescribed Adderall XR 15mg in 2009. I was so fatigued that I was falling asleep driving to work. This medication helped immediately; I took it first thing in the morning, and it would give me a burst of energy. All of a sudden I was able to focus, and I stayed calm and rational amidst the craziest chaos at work. I absolutely loved the way I was when I took Adderall. I always took a break from it on weekends to prevent my body from building a tolerance too soon. That it would happen I had no doubt about; but I wanted to enjoy it as long as possible. (If you know the movie "Limitless", then you know what I'm talking about).  I was still me, just better. Alas, I had to up my dosage to get the same effect. Now at 60mg."


"Didn't work. Put it on the moment I got a tingle. 2 days later I still broke out . Day 8 now and it's still here.

Waste of money for what you get."


"Worked almost immediately for spinal injection anxiety"


"This drug has been miraculous for me, it helps my fatigue and helps focus and alertness."


"I had extreme stomach pain within 1/2- 1 hour after taking Lexapro. I ended up in the hospital, dosage was 20mg.  I had taken Lexapro a few years ago with no side effects.  I have gained weight while on this. "


"I was on 25mcg/72 hours (then every 48 hours) for RSD/CRPS along with Norco for breakthrough pain. This medicine worked great for about the first month or two then stopped. For some reason my body stopped processing it properly and it quit helping me at all. And the side effects were awful (namely weight gain and HORRIBLE sweating!) Also, getting the patches to stay on, even with the overlays (sent free from Mylan- the brand my pharmacy stocked- just call Mylan to get them) was difficult, especially with all the sweating. Happy to be getting off this. Hoping to find something else that will work without the side effects of Fentanyl."


"I have been taking this birth control for two years now and I love it. I have never had any problems with it! It works great and I love that I only get 4 periods a year."


"It controlled my blood sugar, but I gained weight at an alarming weight. 40 lbs in 8 months. Plus my nose was always running, coughing and sinus problems . All this plus exhaustion.  Not worth it!!!"


"Hi I started saxenda on July 27,2016. In those 5 weeks I lost 13lbs. Starting weight was 229.  My common side effect is nausea and a little constipation. I would recommend this drug for anyone that trying to eat healthy, exercise and lose weight to get back on track. I was on dosage 3.0 for a week and had to drop back down to 2.4 because I was so nauseated. It does decrease your appetite but you still need to eat and make sure you drink plenty of water.  I don't like the fact when you injected the medicine in your upper thigh is leaves a bruise, never have a mark on my stomach. Good luck"


"I had bad side effect using this drug. All of the one's that my doctor talked about and more that I had to do my own research about. The medicine did moderately help the restless legs, but for me would wear-off after 4 to 5 hour. With an increased dose the side effects got worse."


"I've had migraines since I was 14, and now I'm 48. They have got progressively worse with age, although after giving birth was migraine free for a few years before they returned with a vengeance. I would have a debilitating migraines for 10 days solid followed by a few days break only to have another. I was tested for everything and they found no trigger. I have 3 Types of migraine, 1)wake up with them 2) visual ones where I loose my sight 3) ones that start during the day and work their way around my head for the duration. After many attempts with all sorts medicines. Endep has done the trick at 48yrs of age."


"I have been taking 50mg daily for around 2 years. Caused a 25 lb. weight gain that I can't seem to shake; other then that, it's worked well for blood pressure control. Good side effect - I no longer get migraine headaches nearly as much as I used to."


"I've had constant spotting for the last 3 1\2 months after I got it placed 4 months ago, and when the spotting stopped 2 wks ago and I have not had my period since having it placed, just spotting. I did talk with my reg doc, and she said a copper IUD can cause a hormone imbalance, and this is prbly why I haven't had my period and have had hot flashes, the way to fix this I would have to go on BCP, it completely defeats the purpose of having a non hormonal IUD.I have constant cramps, pain during intercourse, gained 20 pounds (in 4 months), hot flashes, I smell like stinky fishing bait ,and I'm positive I can feel it when I move the wrong way. I'm sick of smelling like an fish all the time. I need it out ASAP."


"I have racked my brain trying to remember the name of this birth control. Sad it is discontinued. My favorite out of five brands I have tried. Made me lose 5lbs/mo without changing anything in my life style, i never got pregnant and I never had acne."


"I have chronic nerve pain and RSD as a result of a failed multi-level cervical fusion. I was on narcotics for 2 - 3 years. I had an implanted pulse generator placed in my low back with the leads running up my spine to the area in my neck affected by the surgery. This enabled me to get off the narcotics, but I still have trouble with the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD). About 5 years ago, my doctor put me on Cymbalta. I now take 60mg each morning.There has been a marked difference in my pain level as a result. I have learned to regulate my activity as well to help keep the pain down. I still have moderate bouts of depression. So far, nothing has a lasting effect on that."


"I've been taking citalopram for about 8 months now for mild depression and anxiety. I started off taking 10mg and have slowly increased to 30mg. I haven't noticed any change in my low grade depression, but have noticed that I'm less anxious in social situations. I'm going to stop taking it after talking to my doctor because the side effects aren't worth it for me. I sweat profusely which offsets the social anxiety benefit as it embarrasses me to be so sweaty (it's summer in South Carolina). I'm also really tired all the time and constantly crave food. So far I've gained 15lbs since starting citalopram. Overall, the minor benefit doesn't outweigh the crappy side effects I'm having."


"I've only been using the .025 patch since yesterday.  I have not noticed any decrease in hot flashes yet. However, I am looking forward to giving the patch a try.  But, I noticed this morning that I have an allergic reaction to the adhesive.  I don't want to remove it but don't want to continue to irritate my skin."


"I've been on Contrave for a little over two weeks now and am very pleased with the results. At the 2 week mark I'd lost 18lbs. but haven't weighed the past few days. Noticing my clothes are starting to fit differently. I haven't had any issues with most of the side effects others have listed. No nausea, headaches, mood swings or dreams. The only thing I've experienced is having trouble sleeping at night which was never a issue before. Some nights I wake up every hour. Really hoping that this subsides as my body gets used to it. Cravings are almost nonexistent and I also find myself feeling full with half the portions. Excited to get up to full dosage over the next few weeks to see the results. Hope this helps"


"Been taking time release 2000mg at night for three years now, don't know why it's so expensive but it's the only thing that has ever raised my good cholesterol. If I wake up in the middle of the night, I do have the heat feelings but can live with it. Whatever raises my good cholesterol is the best I can do, since it's so low!"


"I have been on this medication for 4 almost 5 days now,I eat clean and exercise like clock work everyday,including doing 15-20 miles on a manual incline treadmill,I could not get anymore weight off no matter what I did,although I got off the insulin! My doctor started me on this medicine and in almost 5 days time I have dropped 7 pounds and my BS is 100 I am hoping it stays this way and I keep losing."


"Works very well for me. Obsessive thoughts occur very infrequently and when they do occur I am able to brush it off as the drug has reduced my anxiety.  My side effects of drowsiness lasted about one to two weeks.  I also find that the mineral magnesium is also helpful.  Daily exercise is also part of my treatment and is great for reducing stress and anxiety as well as burning off excess adrenaline."


"I have been taking Latuda 80 mg for 8 months and am on no other medications for medication induced bipolar disorder which was caused by antidepressants prescribed for anxiety.  Latuda should be taken with 350 calories but when I took the medicine with food I was completely engulfed in anxiety within an hour.  Now I take it at night with no food.  I sleep for 12 hours at night and feel pretty good but am easily irritated.  I had the genetic testing which indicated that I MAY be a rapid metabolizer of this medicine so I'm not sure if I am not getting enough of the medicine (because I am not taking it with food) and that is the cause of my irritability or if 80mg is causing irritability. "


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"I just tried these as one of the many samples I was given. This is my least favorite because I am burping a fish taste within two hours of taking them. I hate fish so to me this is very nauseating. I haven't had this issue with any others."


"Hi guys, I been taking contrave since 2/23/16 & started off at 243lbs and I'm  5' 1". I have lost to date 9.8lbs (233.2 lbs) and I think the low carb diet had a lot to do with the weight loss in 9 days too. Today I started doing an hour cardio at the gym & I couldn't believe how quick it went by I think im getting a boost of energy from the med. So far no side effects & im now on my 2nd week of meds 1 in the morning and another one in the evening. Hopefully this will keep up. I also use my fitness pal app to keep up with my diet and it's helped a lot as well. The medication was not covered by my insurance and it was going to be $150 but I signed up for the discount card which was great it saved me $95 plus a got a free scale from contrave."


"I was put on Viibryd for depression. My husband and I had a miscarriage and I became depressed and suicidal. That was my breaking point. My doctor put me on Viibryd and at first it helped wonderful. I have been on the 40 mg for 5 months now. I have headaches almost everyday, have gotten light headed a few times one day but my depression did get a lot better."


"Love this BC. I don't experience any side effects like migraines or weight gain or anxiety. Also, I no longer get my periods. Been on this BC for 1.5 years so far!"


"I have been using Androgel 1% for ten days (only). I feel much better already. Feeling better everyday. My T-levels were 88. I am 49 years old. Don't know what my levels are now, but I certainly feel good changes. Energy, sleep, erections, mental alertness: All better..

I go back to doctor next month. I will fill you in."


"It doesn't work even after upping the dosage several times"


"I am almost 20 years old and was diagnosed about 3.5-4 weeks ago. I got a lumbar puncture and then started Diamox and it has been an awful experience.The first week and a half I was severely  exhausted had nausea and the taste issue and basically wasn't functional. Then for about a week or so I seemed to be getting better until a few days ago when I've been very rapidly getting new symptoms/side effects like severe joint pain, itchy scalp, and waking up with my eyelids swollen half shut and then this morning my lips where extremely swollen. I had to go to the ER to make sure it wasn't an allergic reaction but it seems to be just a weird reaction to the meds (not allergic). I hate it. If I didn't have to take it, I wouldn't."


"I am a very small person 5 feet tall and I have never had a baby: It was PAINFUL folks. It may have just been worse for me because of my size and the fact that my uterus was definitely not prepared for something like that. I could barely even walk afterwards and had piercing pain all the way home.. So I laid down for a couple hours and went to work. Every since then I have random, crippling spurts of pain daily.. But they only last a few minutes. And I have also been feeling a lot of pressure where my ovaries are. My sex drive increased, and I have been having an abnormal amount of vaginal discharge. I have been checking my strings daily because I feel like the pain I have isn't normal, and I'm afraid that I have perforated."


"I'm 33 years old  5'5" and 164 lbs. This is the heaviest I've ever been. My weight keeps climbing and I keep justifying it by buying a larger size. I really enjoy Candy I was up to 4 bars per day not including the little single pieces in the Jolly Ranchers. I used to go to a weight loss clinic which gave me 105 mg it worked wonderfully. I would take 1 pill around 10:30 am and it would curb my appetite ALL day! For the first time I did Not Crave candy! They worked Great for me. However, It came at a high price. I was paying $50 per week. So this time I went to my primary Dr. and she was able to prescribe me the same thing and I spent $3.96 with my insurance . Awesome!!! It still works I've lost 6 lbs in 5 days. Love it!"


"It's a great  medication. It helps me out a lot, the only thing is the weight gain. I've gain 30 pounds being on seroquel, if only there's another medicine you can take with it so you don't gain the weight that would be great"


"I am 18 years old and have constantly struggled with my weight. My doctor recommended Mirena, so that I wouldn't have to worry about quite so much hormonal weight gain. I had the Mirena inserted on October 31st and it is now December 13 and I am still bleeding. This isn't spotting, it is full blown, blood clots and a super tampon and liner, period. The cramps, which have subsided were so terrible the doctor put me on a pain medicine to cease them. For some this works great, for me? I'm seriously considering having it removed. I'd rather go on the shot and gain weight, then have a constant period."


"I've been on Orsythia for about a year, and I've had mixed feelings about it. It started out really well and my periods were down to 1-2 days. However, it makes you feel tired and it's hard to feel as energized as you used to."


"I originally started taking this years ago and couldn't make it through the first 2 months due to the side effects. Mood swings, depression, low sex drive, etc. I decided to try this again after 4 months of being married to my husband. The first month was terrible. I was sick to my stomach every single day. I didn't want to get out of bed and was almost in a state of depression. Month two has been better as far as nausea, but I have NO SEX DRIVE.  It's already put a strain on my marriage. I'm emotional, anything can make me cry, and I continue to have frequent mood swings. I took it out a couple days ago because it was time and I doubt that I'll put it back in. I'm a newlywed and I'm supposed to be having lots of sex and be happy!"


"I LOVE this cream! I had acne when I was in my teens and this was the only cream that ever worked! My skin has been amazing throughout my early 20s however I am now 25 and off the pill and every now and again my skin seems to flare up especially around the "time of the month" which I know most people get however I went back to the doctors and was prescribed more Duac cream. I applied/apply this every night and already my skin is better. This is by far the most amazing acne cream. Couldn't recommend it enough. Thank you Duac!"


"I've only had this implant in for three weeks but I already don't like it. For six years I have been on the depo shot. My OB said he wanted to try something different because of my weight gain so I was all for it. In these three weeks I have had unbearable migraines I've had to call off of work or leave early several times, I haven't had a period in six years but I definitely got one this week and it has been a living hell. Plus I have been super aggressive and moody. Really thinking about getting it removed."


"This medication worked great for me in lifting my occasional depression and keeping me from slipping into a deep depression.  However, if I missed a dose or tried to ween off, it made me feel really weird sort of like a bad drug withdrawal.  I did not like this feeling."


"I have been on (or was on) orsythia for about two years. I took a break from it to try the Nexplanon implant, but came back after a few months. The first time being on it was so-so. My first period on it lasted about 3 weeks. After stopping and being on it again, they lasted a normal amount of time. This birth control never did anything to lighten my period, but it did help regulate it and my cramps stopped. I also never experienced any of the bad side effects that the other people leaving reviews have. However, I have not ever taken it late, nor have I missed a day, and I still ended up pregnant. I still give it 5 stars because of the positive experience I had with it before I got pregnant, but I guess it does happen."


"Works great but I get very stuffy for about an hour after I take it."


"I was withdrawn since my last psychotic break and this medication seems to be what fixed that.  There was no weight gain.  There was some trouble sleeping for the first two weeks.  Over all I'd say this is the best antipsychotic I have tried."


"I switched from the patch to Nexplanon in April 2014. The insertion procedure was pretty quick and painless. I did have a big bruise on my arm that lasted a while afterward.

I had some acne and an itchy scalp, but the worst side effect was the CONSTANT BLEEDING. I didn't bleed for two weeks after insertion, but then the bleeding started and rarely stopped. It was usually only enough for a panty liner or light tampon, but it rarely went away. The bleeding was unpredictable and so frustrating.

I gave my body time to adjust to Nexplanon. After one year the bleeding completely stopped for about a week, giving me hope... But it came back.

I finally had it removed today and got Mirena instead. FYI removal took much longer than insertion."


"Doesn't really burn me on the inside but when it leaks out onto the outside of vagina it burns for about 3 mins. Not like I wouldn't recommend this because it burns for just a min ...I think everyone on here is just being panzies. Its like peroxide it's killing infection it might burn for a sec then it's over. I just put in 2nd dose of 7. I have felt 90% better today than yesterday before first dose."


"I've suffered from panic attacks/GAD for about 10yrs. I'd manage them on my own but since moving cities they started back up again. I started having agoraphobia. I don't drink as my stepdad was an alcoholic and I became obsessed about checking ingredients in household/cosmetic products to ensure they didn't contain alcohol. If I found out I accidentally used something that had ethanol in it, I wouldn't leave the house for 2 days. I stopped driving and would cry everyday and have super anxiety. I went to my doctors and she prescribed me 5mg of Cipralex once a day and .5mg Klonopin. Less than 2 weeks on meds and I'm driving again and fear of alcohol is almost gone. Amazing medication. Minimum side effects. Please try it. So happy its working."


"I just started NuvaRing last month and am seriously considering not putting a new one in.  I have not been on birth control since College (I am 29) and expelled the Mirena three months ago.  It is convenient for not taking something everyday and my boyfriend couldn't feel a thing.  But my boyfriend may never want to come near me again because of my AWFUL mood swings.  I am typically a pretty happy person but I have become depressed, cry over ANYTHING am angry and seriously think I am going crazy.  I experienced some fatigue for a few days, a terrible headache for a few days and diarrhea this whole month.  I understand that some woman are just naturally more hormonal, in which case birth control makes you have TOO much hormone. So I guess this just isn't for me!"


"I have been on the Lupron shot now 5 months. I have had no periods or period associated pain since the second month. There is some minor pain and irritation at the injection site for a day or two after the shot. I have had pretty intense hot flashes and night sweats, minor joint and muscle pain, but the worst for me has been the massive headaches. I am taking another medication now to help with those. I would still recommend the shot if your endometriosis is severe, the side effects still aren't as bad as the pain I was in before. Trying to hang in there for another 4 months."


"I have dealt with chronic depression most of my life & I am 65 years young.  I have been on so many pharmaceuticals over the years; starting at age of 23 (Valium, Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Paxil, Buspar, Effexor, Pristiq, etc) and Cymbalta for 15 years.  Current dose is 90 mg daily (1-60 mg & 1-30 mg).  I went to see a Psychiatrist at my Family Practice Docs suggestion we felt I needed a change.  I have also had Fibromyalgia for 25 years plus & collected disability. Cymbalta has had the most longevity with me because it also managed my Fibro.  1 month ago I started on 5 mg of Trintellix.  No side effects for 2 weeks.  Then she bumped up to 10 mg & no side effects except exhausted.  Removed 30 mg of Cymbalta & its’ been 2 weeks & I feel great.  I feel blessed – no side effects except being tired."


"I had this injected into my right arm that had a complete shoulder replacement surgery two months prior.  I experienced very sore and stiff muscle tissue for several weeks, which effected my recovery in physical therapy. In hindsight I would have opted for an injection in another area of the body if it were offered at the time.  I didn't need this slowing down my progress at this time."


"I am only on Plaquenil a month now for primary Sjogren's Syndrome having been diagnosed in Jan 2014.  So far I am feeling much better in that I am sleeping so much better.  Before taking medication I would wake 5/6 times a night and found it difficult to go back to sleep now I only wake up once and go back almost immediately.  This is the
first thing that I have noticed and I know it is very early days as my Rheumatologist said it can take 2 months before any results."


"I just took mine out. I had irregular periods, always bled after or during sex, and I just genuinely feel like it really was messing with my whole reproductive system! No sex drive either, as in I could never have sex again while on this drug and I'd be fine."


"Chantix worked for me. I smoked a pack a day for 35 yrs. Neither patches nor gum was affective. They made me feel ill really. Less than month on Chantix made me a non smoker. That was 7 yes 7 grateful years ago. It is amazing how much I missed out on with family and friends because I was out smoking. Not any more!  I am now there to hear the  joke or the wonderful story and amazingly I am also there  to share my life. And I have moved into the present because I am present."


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"This was the first medication I received for my migraines, and it worked for 90% of my migraines.  However, the side effects left me dizzy, disoriented, drowsy, and just generally intoxicated and unable to perform normal work.  I switched to Fioricet, and it's been a much better experience since."


"I took plan b late July because like everyone, accidents happen.. A couple days later, I started to bleed (first a brown-reddish discharge, then it turned like a period) for a couple of days. It worried me because my period wasn't supposed to come until two weeks.. After the two weeks come, I missed my regular period.. I took about 4-5 pregnancy test, ALL negative. I began feeling my breasts become very heavy and I started to cramp and sure enough, I thought I was pregnant. I began a parsley regime to try to induce my period, but it did not work. I recounted the days I'm supposed to have my period, starting with the first time I bled, and my period came right on time after that!
Overall it works, you just need to be patient!"


"I have suffered from severe anxiety for about 3 years now. I've tried buspar for a little bit and it helped some but I didn't keep taking it. I just had to post what has taken 90% of my anxiety away and that's cardio exercise daily. I started going to the gym and riding the bike with the heart beat monitor on it.  I got my heart beat to 120 beats per minute and held it there til I got tired, then slowed down to rest a couple minutes then speed up again.. I'm a crane operator and mostly sit all day in my crane. The very first day I sustained a higher heart rate by exercising for 15 minutes my anxiety levels plummeted. Every day after that it has gotten better. Before taking drugs for anxiety try fast walking for 15 minutes. It will help!"


"I was diagnosed with hypothyroidsm and extremely low levels of vitamin b12 which were wreaking all kinds of havoc in my body, so my doctor prescribed me Propranolol for high blood pressure and rapid pulse/palpitations, and it did really work for both problems, helped a little with my anxiety too, but I quit it after ten weeks because I was so drowsy all day long, I also started breaking out pretty bad in the face, scalp and hairline, not sure if it's related to Propral, but at least the fatigue and general "depressive mood" subsided instantly when I stopped taking it."


"This is a magical medicine! Had a very bad bladder infection and couldn't get out of the bathroom! After 2 doses I had COMPLETE relief! Turns your urine highlighter orange but it's so worth it! I don't know how I ever got through a urinary tract infection without it!"


"I had toe nail fungus for 40 years. The left middle toe was the worst.  The rest toe nails all had fungus, but mild.   Nothing worked for me in the past, probably due to lack of persistence, because It is hard to apply medication everyday continuously for 1 year without noticing a difference, so you just give up.    I tried Jublia.  I noticed an improvement on one nail 3 weeks after I started.  This got me very motivated.  I started taking pictures everyday, and filed the nails to make them as thin as possible.  I never missed a dose.  Nine toe nails showed visible improvement after 2 months.  Finally the left middle toe showed an improvement in 5 months.  After 11 months, all toes were cleared. Yay....  I used 3 bottles of Jublia."


"I've only had 2 infusions of Tysabri so far.  My Dr. is planning on keeping me on the drug for 12 months.  So far, the side effects are min.  a migraine headache and extremly tired.  BUT those I can certainely live with.  Within 1 day after infusion they are gone.  This drug so far is much better.  I seem to be feeling better both mentally and physically.  I wish this drug was the first drug that I would have been given 13 yrs ago -- maybe then I would not have been classified disabled and still be able to work."


"I have been taking this medication for about two weeks now and notice that the my levels in the morning have drop from 170 to 118.  But the side effect now is itching on the penis area.  Will consult with the MD to stop taking it if the itching continue."