"I got my first Implanon at age 25 after the pill (many versions of it) failed me miserably for years in terms of side effects. I opted for Implanon because the hormones/chemicals are so different from the pill, so I was hoping for at least different side effects. Honestly I'm very happy with the Implanon and I've had it for 5 years now. It's done its job of preventing pregnancy perfectly.

As for side effects - there are side effects to ALL medication containing hormones, there are simply no exceptions, your hormone levels influence your moods, weight, appearance, everything. There's no way around side effects. I've had long periods and a bit of weight gain, that's it. I can deal with that better than with a baby so hey, I win."


"I originally has mild pustular acne. I used Veltin for 5 weeks before giving up.  My face became red, weeping, stinging, and covered in cystic acne while using it.   I used it once a night as prescribed and would use Cetaphil lotion on my face morning and night to try to hydrate my skin. It got to the point where I did not want to go to work because of comments. Just putting water on my face made me cry.  Within 2 weeks of stopping my acne is back to mild and my face is healing with 2 scars from where it was peeling and weeping."


"Pristiq was a miracle for me. I was originally put on the 50mg and my mood drastically changed from depressed and anxious to happy and functioning. Do NOT forget to take it, though. I forgot to take a dose one day and I was a mess the whole day, and then when I finally took it again, it didn't work as well so I had to have the dosage doubled. Then I ran out and couldn't get in touch with my psychiatrist so I spent about a week off of it. Was extremely depressed and had to be watched closely by my family and boyfriend to make sure that I didn't hurt myself. Tried going back on it but it no longer worked. I'm not sure if I hadn't had those mishaps with taking it if I would still be on it but it was definitely a lifesaver while it worked."


"When I was diagnosed with Sjogren's it was advised I start taking Plaquenil. I avoided it for months because I felt I had enough symptoms already without any side effects from medication. However it became quickly apparent that the fatigue and pain were not going to allow me to continue working being in my twenties at the time, this was NOT an option so I gave in and gave the Rheumatologist my consent.

6  years later, I have no complaints. I work full time and on the occasions that I forget to take my Plaquenil for a day or two, I notice a substantial difference; pain, unbearable fatigue, etc. and overall being unable to find energy enough to live my daily life. I am completely derailed without it."


"I'm on my first cycle.  I usually do not have problems with acne but with Quasense, have at least one pimple all the time.  When one clears, another one shows up.  I'm currently in the week with inactive pills and have noticed no new pimples this week.  Also, the first month and a half was okay, but then started spotting everyday that lasted until my period came during the inactive pills, so continuous spotting for 6 weeks.  Will try Trinessa next.  "


"I took Junel Fe 24 for a few months after switching from Lo Loestrin Fe. My periods were very irregular- maybe once every 3 months. They were light and usually only lasted like 2 days. They helped keep my skin clear which was a plus. My sex drive came back after I switched from the Lo Loestrin. My anxiety was still pretty bad. I had increased appetite and gained another 10 pounds. I was always bloated. I think I'm going to find another birth control."


"I have been on this for 5 yrs now. I have this eye tic, my joints hurt. I wish read up on the side effects earlier on."


"I have been on medication for a couple of years on and off. I don't really think I get the full effect of it because I miss doses due to me working midnight shifts and this drug makes you very sleepy and hungry."


"After 6 weeks of taking Dulera, I find the relief effect wears down towards the 10th and eleventh hour.  My dosage is 2 puffs morning, 1 puff evening.  I'm 78 years old, and an asthmatic for 76 of those years.

Compared to Symbicort, Dulera "wears off" (as above) slightly faster.   Each is a good maintenance medication."


"I went on this summer 2017.  Has done the trick.  Cigarette started tasting bad...Had a yucky taste when I smoked.  I couldn't get that relaxing feeling anymore.   Just made me smell bad.  I had quit before the month was over.  I wasn't a heavy smoker. Prob, 6 cigarettes a day. Hope this helps.  I continue on Meds because it helps my depression."


"didn't do much for my headaches"


"Was put on this after 5 days of no sleep with anxiety. It took week or two to kick in but has saved me.  I am much more level and less anxious, no sleepless nights although I do take phenergan (antihistamine )to help with that"


"Many men complain of mild stuffiness, headaches, nausea, palpitations, etc.
Advice: Try lower doses until the effect isn't enough.
Example: My Doc gave me a few 20mg Levitra to try out.  Did that. Love it but:
WHOA!  Way too strong for me. Stuffy nose, mild pulse racing, mild headache.
1. Cut dose by half, still a bit much for me, as side effects persisted to some degree.
2. Cut dose in half again, JUST RIGHT! Side effects almost un-noticible.

Same with Vardenifil. Sometimes all I need is a small 'chip' of it to get'er done. Dissolve under tongue. "


"Was given this medicine for upper respiratory tract infection. It helps the cough but makes you feel really out of it. With this prescription I have had headaches. I'm on the 12 hour/1 tsp dosage. I would recommend that this drug before you go to bed."


"Hi I just wanted to share my experience as I found these reviews extremely calming and helpful. My method of birth control broke and less than one hour after the accident I had taken the pill. I had sex around the time of my ovulation which was extremely scary and stressful. The side effects I experienced were breast tenderness, headaches, tiredness, acne breakouts, and occasional cramping. The stress levels of my boyfriend and I were very high and I had no idea what to expect and so I did a ton of research to calm my nerves. I marked the date of when my next period was to start and it came right on the day! To those of you who are where I was, stressful and nervous please relax because it works :) thank you all!"


"I have had good usage of this medication as it has helped to reduce my high blood pressure."


Bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline

"Had absolutely no side effects except for darkening of stool. Took pylera for 10 days with a full meal and a glass of water. Slept through all nights like a baby.

Will see if pylera was effective in killing the infection."


"I was given this for edema caused from side effect of meds and side effects of my disease, Sarcoidosis.  It was used to alleviate the edema and help flush calcium from my kidneys.  I lost 8 lbs the first 3 days on the lowest dosage and I was staying well hydrated.  The edema was so bad it was affecting my Blood Pressure (150/110) even though it was only mildly noticeable. Within 3 days I noticed fluid from my legs, back and even chest were gone....didn't even know it was anywhere but my legs.  I did notice a mild nagging headache but not sure if it was due to meds or seasonal allergies.  Since med could make me tired, I was cautious taking Benedryl (only safe allergy medicine I can take) since I also took Xanax and Percocet.  However, I feel energized."


"This was my first time buying Abreva. I am disappointed. It actually made my cold sore bigger. It also spread. Right when I thought it was over, one began in a different place! That has never happened before. I'm back to placing green tea bags on it."


"Honestly I was pretty scared taking this medicine after reading these reviews, but I took it and did not have one problem what so ever, also cleared my UTI right up ! Started off taking bacterium and had The WORST side effects, headache, dizziness, my body tingled, super bad headaches so they switched me to macrobid for 5 days and had no problems, ate with a healthy meal ever time I took it and drank lots of water throughout the day. Everyone is different, so I guess I found the one that works best for me!"


"I first started taking Toradol when I was in the E.R. for severe back pain back in 1992. In recent years my pain has gotten worse so I was put on it again. I do not take more than about one a month due to its side effects, none of which I have experienced. The doctor only gives me ten to last me at least ten months. All I know is without it I couldn't handle the pain. After about an hour it starts to work and I feel a lot better. I only take it when the pain is at its worse and I have trouble standing or walking. Just wish I could take it everyday."


"So I started this pill about 2 or 3 years ago and I don't remember my starting side effects then. But my first time around it was GREAT, I had really bad periods prior to starting this pill and lo loestrin caused me to not have one at all. I loved it and my sex life was flourishing with my boyfriend. In April of this year I had to stop taking it because I lost insurance coverage and couldn't afford it at manufactured price, instead I started taking a pill that brought my period back but it was barable. I started back on Lo loestrin in June 2017 and was already on my cycle from the last pill. I thought once I took my first blue pill of Lo Loestrin my period would begin to ease up but no, it's June 30th and I'm STILL bleeding."


"I rely on this medicine and although it is expensive, it is great!"


"This medicine was so bad. I gave it to my son for sinus infection. During 6 to 7 am he came to me and complained about stomach pain and then all of a  sudden he ran to the bathroom and threw up a lot 5 times. We found out about the side effects when we all woke up !! This all  happened and it was day one of medication. Please refer another medicine."


"Life long migraines that were becoming more severe and frequent with age.  I was getting up to 10 attacks per month and using Relpax to stop the pain.  Doctor had me try Topamax 2x per day everyday.  Attacks stopped immediately - it's been amazing.  There have been some side effects that took time to get used to, but as compared to the migraine pain I would take the side effects any day.  If you're a life long sufferer looking at a maintenance medicine, I would recommend trying it."


"My doctor prescribed xyzal after my regular allergy medicine became ineffective and I was continually getting sinus infections over a couple month span.  I couldn't figure out why I was still showing allergy symptoms and continuing to get sinus infections while taking xyzal.  I decided to stop taking the medication after reading some side effects included sinus pressure, stuffy nose, and cough.  Within a few days of stopping the medication, my symptoms disappeared.  I found it interesting that some of side effects I experienced was the reason I began taking this prescription in the first place."


"120mg of pseudoephedrine in one tablet is quite a lot and to be honest I needed to have a valium just to stop the jitters and extreme energy this tablet packs - I'm from Australia where codeine is sold over the counter and you can still get 120mg of pseudo in a tablet and it was definitely a case of the pharmacist making me out to be a criminal out to make meth....HOWEVER.

IT WORKS!!!!! amazingly. Absolutely no congestion, I could breathe well and I had no issues with a runny nose. Again, downside was I felt like I was legitimately tweaking a bit, but other than that okay. Definitely for a few days' use at a time only"


"Does it work?  You bet it does.  I have suffered from insomnia for 18 years so I know when I'm asleep or not.  This med is wonderful in keeping you asleep for 5 1/2 to 6 hours.  This med is also effective in getting you to sleep.  The downside.  My God is it drowsy.  I'm usually a guy who doesn't  complain but this med makes you super drowsy.  In addition to the drowsiness, it will make you irritable because you don't feel good.  In conclusion, I would recommend it because the psychological benefit of knowing you slept slightly outweighs its side effects.  I hope this info helps.  Best of dreams."


"I began taking this pill after I finished breastfeeding and switched from Micronor. I began having cramps to the point I wanted to curl up in a ball and not move during my period, and I had 2 periods plus spotting in one month. Add that to the emotions I was experiencing (anxiety, depression, very quick temper) and I stopped taking this after 2 1/2 months. My husband noticed a big change in my moods and anxiety levels on this pill. I recommend to anyone trying this pill to pay attention to your mental health as well as physical."


"I've been taking Tenuate for 2 months and I've lost 13.5 pounds! I don't have any side effects. My doctor told me to go at least one day a week without taking the pill and I've noticed that on those days when I don't take the pill I can eat like I used to. I'm kind of worried that when I stop taking the pill that I would gain all my weight back. I've read everyones posts and we all kind of have that same effect....you would gain weight back if you stop taking it. My problem is that I really like to snack ALL the time, but with taking this it really does suppress your appetite. If I eat a little too much I feel like I could throw up. So this pill really does work by helping you lose weight and to stop eating all the time. Try it!"


"My face has the acne. Dr gave me monicyline 100 mg. Use 2 times every 12 hours. After the 1st pill. I feel a lightly dizzy. I think it is ok. And i took the second pill after 12 hours, it made me more dizzy. And vomit too. I feel like flu. I cant walk around due to dizzy. Very terrible. I cant ues this medicine anymore."


"I'm 19 years old, have 2 kids. I have been taking Zoloft 25mg since June of 2010 for anxiety, stress, and a little depression. I LOVE it. Before I was on it I was really bad, I could not go outside of my house without having a anxiety attack, couldn't drive or anything!  I tried to get over it by myself but I couldn't do it so I went for it and the first day I took Zoloft I noticed a difference (usually it takes a few weeks) the only side effects that I noticed was that I cannot sleep like I used to. If you are thinking about trying Zoloft make sure its a good idea for you, talk to your doctor and be sure to get as much info as possible and remember we are all different. You may or may not have any side effects, but it doesn't hurt to try. Good luck."


"I was just put on this medicine about 2 weeks ago. So far it has helped a lot with the nausea and a little bit of the vomiting (so far). It has also helped with my appetite a little, seeing that I can seem to eat only one meal a day, this will be a welcome effect if it keeps working or even starts to work better for that.
The biggest hurdle or trouble I had was with the Insurance company not wanting to pay for it, I could not afford to pay it either (about ten dollars a pill, the entire 30 pills were almost 300 dollars). So after getting Prior Authuthority denied I asked my doctor to write a letter to the Insurance company stating why she feels I should be on it, it finally went through. So I would recommend this to anyone suffering! Stop SUFFERING."


"I'm 19 and have been taking this medicine for insomnia since I was 8 or 9 years old (It's been so long that I can't recall exactly when I started). It is the only thing that can put me to sleep as my insomnia is so bad that if I don't take amitriptyline, I will be up for days. The only issue is that it does make me very groggy in the morning, but that could just be due to the fact that I am a teenager."


"I have been on over 15 different antidepressants across every category. I have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (Ensam), tricyclic antidepressants, SSRIs (several - Effexor, Pristiq, etc.) and nothing worked. I'm taking Welbutrin 150 mg once a day (along with the Effexor XR still at 300mg) and it is incredible. I feel amazing. Unfortunately, after 3 weeks I developed hives all over my body that were itchy. While the itchiness went away after 3 days and the hives only come out at night now, my blood work shows I'm having a bad reaction to it. I also lost 14 lbs in 4 weeks (a good thing). I do feel extremely anxious and agitated at times and can't stop wiggling my foot, for example. Combined with the Effexor (which causes too much sleep), my sleep is at the right length now."


"I’ve suffered RLS for three decades. My father and probably grand mother suffered. My doctor, as a last resort, requested the Neupro patch. I’m at 2mg at 2 months, and it has changed my life. But it takes time! It did not work like magic at first. But following instructions and letting it integrate gave me that “magic.” I felt groggy for the first month, but that’s resolved. I sleep through the night, almost forgetting the violent RLS that lurks behind my patch."


"Lasted 7.5mo started July 2015. First couple months spotted every couple of days and spotty acne started. Period was normal for Sept, but then was non-stop for all four weeks of Oct. Serious acne formed into rough patches all over my face. My hair thinned out to maybe half thickness. Doctor said this is all still normal because it's the first time in 13 years I'm without a daily estrogen dose so it's normal to have pregnancy-like symptoms. Normal period in Nov. Two week period in December, skin improving after help from dermatologist. January I had three separate instances of facial abscesses!! As in dime-sized open infections on my face!! Also, my January period lasted for 6 weeks until I had it removed in February. Awful cramps too!"


"I've been on Belviq for months. I've had no side effects. I started at 250 and am currently about 218. I didn't want much in terms of food in the beginning but I find myself eating more now. Maybe it's because I've added a daily 3 mile walk. Maybe I'm just hitting a plateau. But I'm not gaining. Happy to be down 30 but would like another 50. Slow and steady! But feel much better!"


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I have been on this pill for 3 months going in 4 and have had my ups and downs with it. The 1 month I experianced intense mood swings, I was crying and angry all the time and just wanted to be alone. The 2 month I was wondering why my acne wasn't going away but my moods had improved. Although I was experiencing breakthrough bleeding for 15  days I continued to take the pill. My period also brought cramps like no other. The 3 months I have been feeling sort of depressed but I think that's due to life not the pill. My breakthrough bleeding still occurred (some days light some days none) and my skin has improved. I lost weight on BeYaz. I am looking forward to what month 4 brings and hoping all of the negative symptoms are gone."


"I suffer from anxiety to the point where I am scared of things. It was so bad I wanted to pull my hair out. I was adopted when I was just a few days old, My mother ( who adopted me) died when I was 16. Life just seemed so hard for me. I was prescribed Klonopin and Ativan before Xanax, now I take Xanax and Concerta together and it really has changed my life. I work two jobs and go to college. I have become a superstar at work, winning contests and getting along with everyone, I rate this drug a 10 it is incredible!"


"Having been using this on and off since I've bought it. I don't know if it's only me but it has made my overall skin VERY dry. I'm not complaining since I have naturally oily skin. However it is extremely tight-feeling and unusual. It also stings ALOT if you have removed hair on the day ie threading. I haven't noticed a difference on the thickness of my hair or any decrease in growth. After trading such positive reviews I do hope it works for myself and other women out there suffering! Really do wish this is the "miracle" cream it has been labelled since it was super expensive here in the UK"


"I started this pill a month ago and ever since then I've had spotting everyday bad headaches and oily skin. "


"I have used Epiduo in the past. Veltin appears to help many people and be a great product, it doesn't help me too much! It causes my skin to be irritated, and I automatically started peeling like CRAZY after one dosage. Everyone is different, but if Veltin isn't working for you, try Epiduo!"


"Amazing! Had bad spots for years finally went to the docs and got this. Within a week most of my spots have gone and my skin looks the best it has in years! Recommend this to everyone!"


"I have had anxiety, panic attacks & obsessive thoughts for years on and off. About 5 months ago I started to get horrible non-stop intrusive thoughts I knew the thoughts/fears/worries were nonsense but I couldn't turn them off. I was in a panic attack from the moment I woke up to the moment I fell asleep. I would wake up several times at night in full blown panic....it was horrible. I never ever wanted to take medicine I was so afraid of it not working or it making me worse. Zoloft has helped me so much at first I had a good day then a bad day  and I wasn't sure if that was normal. after 2 months the doctor upped my dose then a month later I felt better then 100% still a little anxious during my period  but very mild and manageable."


"I was prescribed Cymbalta for a combination of chronic pain from osteoarthritis and major depressive disorder with melancholia. I started with 30mg for the first two weeks, but had to stop taking my daily 1200 to 1800mg of ibuprofen and also quit drinking. For depression, it was amazing. I felt relief from my despondency within a handful of days, and that has continued through this, my third month. I had my dose increased to 60mg to try and get relief from the chronic pain, but it has not been effective for me in addressing that - thus my rating. For depression, I give it a 10, but for pain (my experience) I have to give it at best, a 3. After consulting with my doctor, he said I could resume taking ibuprofen at a much lower dose."


"I have had chronic pancreatitis for 6 years and have to be careful about taking pain medicines because I'm a recovering alcoholic. In fact have to be careful about taking anything at all. But I was living in pain regularly and needed something for the chronic abdominal pain and the medicines given were a slippery slope for me. I was referred to a pain clinic where they set me up with Avinza. It has been a true blessing! I have no euphoria, drugged feeling, cravings or any problems or side effects with Avinza. It takes care of the pain for the full 24 hours, and I do have Percocet as needed for breakthrough. I have been on the regimen for several years now and have not had to increase the dose. It has given me my quality of life back."


"On 20mg for about two months with no concrete signs of improving depression/anxiety. Dr. told me to just stop taking it as I hadn't been on it very long so didn't need to taper off. After not taking any dose for 3 days, I woke up in middle of night with excruciating stomach pain and vomited off and on for hours. Absolutely horrible. I also think there could be a negative interaction between this drug and Concerta. Just my own personal experience. I hope this drug works for you! If not, there's are hundreds others that will."


"I just started taking this pill. I love it. It gives me more energy during the day, my working out lasts longer and I'm not hungry. A "


"I took it for about 2 weeks  and one night I woke up around 230am with severe pain that radiated to my back with heavy puking and the pooping. Went to the hospital and they told me I had Pancreatitis and took me off viberzi. Spent 6 days in the hospital with IV Fluids and no eating . Horrible experience!"


"I've been using depo and I've had two doses of it. The first three months went fine. And I went back for the second shot and I've been bleeding non stop for 2 months. When will the bleeding ever end ???!?"


"Love this and its only been three days. I have had acne since I was 16 and just put up with it after trying Proactiv, Chinese medicine, every brand of stuff from supermarket and chemist (well almost) the Dianne contraceptive combination pill, changing diet, washing face compulsively and also washing face less often! Nothing seemed to work! After having my son 3 months ago and frustrated with my acne I decided to ask the doctor! I got a sample tube of this miracle cream and noticed a huge improvement on first application, after half a day my acne was less raised and my older spots were healed with just a little bit of redness! Into my third day and I'm so impressed, gained a bit of confidence back and feeling good about myself!"


"I have not had adverse reactions.  I find that it effectively drops my blood sugar significantly and effectively.  I also use metformin but it is the extended release type.  Linagliptin is great as I take it first thing in the morning before breakfast.  Metformin always needs to be taken with food which is not always convenient.  I know people on regular Metformin can become dizzy because their blood sugar went too low without enough food.
To anyone on this medicine, especially for the first month, I would measure blood sugar several times throughout the day to see if your blood sugar dips too low."


"I'm kinda surprised at some of the negative reviews too. I've had asthma all my life and this miracle drug put asthma in its place (not active). I get asthma from allergies and cardio exercises. Was given a sample by a doctor I used to work for because I kept using my ProAir every 30min throughout the day. After that sample of Symbicort, my life changed forever. I don't know what it is about this drug, but it only takes 2 puffs and BAM, my asthma isn't a problem until next year.

Can't live without it. Its amazing stuff right here. I live by this drug (unfortunately) but fortunate that it gives me freedom from asthma for almost a full year. Problem free"


"I've had implanon in now for about 4 months now. I have not gotten pregnant after numerous times of unprotected sex with my husband. I do however spot in between periods and as of recently I've been bleeding excessively to the point where I have to change my pad almost every 2 hours and it's completely full or has overflown. Im also experiencing large clots of blood during my period. This has been going on for 2 weeks now. I have not gained weight of had any changes to my skin. I do feel week from the extreme blood loss and will follow up on it soon."


"It killed my beloved mother in July 2014 she was suddenly rushed by ambulance early morning hours. She had several ischemia strokes and had  uncontrollable bleeding after surgery she died to taking xarelto. Now I've been turned down by lawyers because the death report said she died from C.O.P.D. and trying to find another law firm who will take my case the end results are death from this bad drug"


"I've been taking this medicine for 2 days and all I can say is wow! Is this what normal life is supposed to feel like? I was diagnosed with a chronic pain condition that is caused by a lifetime full of anxiety and the tightening and clenching of muscles that were not intended to be in constant use. The pit in my stomach is gone and I am actually looking forward to waking up in the morning and being able to face the day anxiety free!"


"I had terrible skin irritation and rashes from the patch. I still have some scars. I think it also caused weight gain."


"I've been on TriNesaa for two years. I take it every day at the same time. I've never missed a pill. It cleared my acne. I've not had a pregnancy scare and this is the only form of birth control my husband and I use. I have not gained weight. Sex no longer hurts due to endometriosis because the pill had reduced the side effects. My only complaint is my constant mood swings, which changes in a second."


"After I gave birth to my son (eight years ago) I began having major depression. I have tried everything. I went to a new doctor because the other one just kept adding more medicines. I was on wellburtin, serzone, prozac, cymbalta, seroquel,ativan,and celexa. So I tappered off everything except for seroquel to help me sleep. I only need ativan once in a while now, all because she put me on lexapro 20mg. This drug started working within 3 days for my anxiety. It does make me tired so I take it at 4pm and sometimes I don't even need my seroquel. I love this drug! I can't believe I didnt try this sooner."


"Minimized coughing which allowed me to sleep but did not stop cough. Also, diarrhea multiple times . Not feeling great"


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


Aspirin / butalbital / caffeine / codeine

"I use Fiornal #3 as breakthrough pain medication for my nerve pain in my back due to spinal stenosis.  I use this in conjunction with Avinza (Time release Morphine)."


"Got strep throat, the pain on my throat immediately disappeared after one day, and for the second the coughing stopped"


"Been on it for 2 months. Very depressed, no energy, don't care about anything, and so very tired all the time. Nothing new for me, so I will stay on it. Love that I don't need to smoke anymore."


"After a PCOS diagnoses camila was recommended to me to treat high blood pressure and regulate my cycle. It has dropped my blood pressure considerably but I either spot or have my cycle 80% of the time , I've gained roughly 20lbs in 6 months and am bloated beyond period bloating. I only had 6 cycles a year before so I was doing better without"


"This drug has changed my life. I take 5mg only in the luteal phase and it has completely cured my severe PMT symptoms, I was anxious, paranoid, angry and tearful. I was pushing my family and husband away and falling out with friends. At the point of suicidal thought I couldn't take it anymore and contacted my GP. My only regret is not doing it earlier. I began on 10 mg but it was too strong for me, I was dizzy and hyper. After halving the dose it was like a magic switch being turned on and I immediately felt like my own self. I have no side effects coming off the drug at the end of my two weeks and just a headache for an hour when I restart them. No weight gain either, I've actually lost 10lb cos I'm energetic enough for the gym!"


"Been taking 2 Simcor tablets daily. Was on 10mg Lipitor and 145mg Tricor. Cholesterol was okay but my triglycerides went over 500. Tricor has been added to Simcor now. LDL and HDL did improve."


"I am a 31 year old mother of a three year old and decided to get Mirena about three weeks ago because I am just terrible at remembering to take the pill.  I was completely panicked about getting it in but it was fine...a little uncomfortable but it was quick and definitely NOT painful.  I had it put in while I was on my second day of my cycle and the bleeding stopped two days later.  Everything was cool till about a week later when I began "spotting", which really just means I have not had light bleeding every day for the last 8 days.  Lame.  My sex drive is in tact, but I have had some light cramping and minor headaches (nothing too bad, I haven't even had to take pain killers)."


"Today is the sixth day of taking Harvoni. I have had Hep C for over 30 years, I am sure from  my wild days and sharing needles.

I feel like something must be wrong with me. I am reading all of the other reviews and everyone is reporting no or little side effects. I have been on this for six days, the first few days were a breeze, but, the last few... I am experiencing, diarrhea, nausea, I am so fatigued, I can barely get out of bed. I am weak and dizzy. None of these will make me quit taking the medicine, but, I wonder how I will be able to do this for 12 weeks. I really don't have a choice, my numbers jumped from 4,000,000 to 10,000,000 and have cirrhosis.

I hope I get to the part where I feel better and more energetic than before soon!"


"Please please read !!!! When I was younger my skin was good I would get a pimple here and there as a common teen, but later I broke out not bad don't get me wrong but I broke out on my cheeks,  a lot on my forehead. I would have tiny skin coloured bumps , they would go and come back here and there , so my cheeks I usually have got like at least 6 zits on them , my skin is soft but I have red spots all over my checks.  Anyway so let's get into tri sprintec I had gone to my  Dermatologist and he prescribed me some ointment and some sensitive skin facial cleanser and now I had been prescribed tri sprintec and let me tell you worst experience  EVER!!  I only last 2 days !!! Headaches and vomiting  ! Lost 12 p"


"I am so glad my doctor prescribed this for my severe anxiety and panic disorder. Finally some peace in my life."


"My 11 year old son has ADHD with anxiety disorder.  This medication has helped him manage his anxiety (he is much happier) and he is able to focus better on managing everything from time to his emotions.  He has better stamina mentally and can perform mental tasks for longer periods of time.  He is also acting more mature and being more responsible. He takes 2mg at night 1 hour before bed along with gummy melatonin to help him sleep.  He sleeps well and feels good during the day.  Overall this medication has helped him a great deal.  It's like it took him out of his anxious rut and gives him a better outlook."


"I have PCOS and hypothyroidism so losing weight is difficult for me. My Doctor prescribed Contrave 3 months ago. At first, the side effects were very difficult. I was nauseated and I felt really dizzy. At first, I didn't lose that much weight with it either; however, after about 2 weeks started losing weight and am currently down 25 pounds. I was very lucky as my prescription drug insurance changed at the beginning of this year and the new plan covers it with only a copay of $80 for a 3-months supply. I am thrilled with that. I have had constipation, but nothing that I cannot handle.  I would suggest this drug if you have metabolic diseases. For me, the cravings disappeared, but I feel my body is burning more calories in the process."


"This medicine only worked in the beginning. In the beginning it made me go like two to three times a week.  My doc increased the dosage to 290mg and I am miserable!!  With the 29g I am completely unable to go and extremely bloated and gassy. I look pregnant!! It is si depressing not being able to go."


"I am 25. I started using Butrans 3 weeks ago. It has been a life saver - I started taking it for pain after wanting to stop popping the Percocets. I was optimistic, but honestly didn't have much faith in it. To my surprise the Butrans has relieved my pain since day 1. If I do something that aggravates my back such as standing or walking for extended periods of time, then I get some back pain, but its really nothing compared to what I am used to. I am very thankful for having found out about this patch. It has influenced my life in so many positive ways so far. I was frustrated physically and emotionally prior to starting Butrans, I feel much more happier now. My pain is from spinal reconstruction to correct severe scoliosis - 2008."


"I was diagnosed with narcolepsy in 1998.  I have been on Cylert, amitriptyline, Ritalin, ambien, and now Provigil.  The Provigil is a life saver. I did lose weight on it at first, but have leveled off and have not lost any weight since then. I have taken Provigil for 2 years now.  It is not an "upper" and does not make me feel drugged.  I take 200 mg in the morning.  It does not wake me up, it helps me maintain the wakefulness that I need to get through the day. Without Provigil, I would not have a normal life. I am thankful to have found this drug.  I would, however, like a generic to it that would help to offset the exorbitant cost of the drug."


"Took 20mg during a summer of very bad allergies when claritin and other meds were not helping sufficiently. Worked excellently for me.

Only side effects I experienced were mild drowsiness the first few weeks on it and drying of skin and mouth, nothing extra water didn't fix."


"After 2 weeks of taking this medication I began an extreme itch all over my neck and body. This itch last about 3 week. Then severe back pain for 1 week. Weight gain. And extremely dry mouth and hair.  Had To Discontinue use. This medication scared me."


"I have been doing hours and hours of research on finding a product or solution to my cystic acne. watched everyone stories on youtube. I have tried everything like most of you, spent "


"I gave this drug rating of 5 because I have seen it do well for many people. However, I went CRAZY after starting this medicine. I watched 4 people take this medicine and do very well and quit smoking. If it was not for a friend that I had not spoke to in weeks calling me I would have done even worse. When she contacted me I explained my symptoms of fatigue, depression, and even crazier things. She then told me the exact same thing happened to her on Chantix. I have quit smoking before. My advice: Try this medication but HAVE SOMEONE WATCH YOU FOR SIDE-EFFECTS."


"I really like this birth control, which is a surprise after reading all the negative reviews. I just finished the first 3 month pack. I had absolutely no breakthrough bleeding, no crazy weight gain, and no other terrible side effects. It made me a little sick to my stomach the first week and that is all I have noticed. I would highly recommend this medicine to anyone who doesn't need a large dose of estrogen to keep breakthrough bleeding from happening."


"Diovan 80mg was prescribed to me. It did nothing for my blood pressure. I started on 160mg/12.5, this increased my BP from 140/90 to 160/107 and gave me serious side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, etc. My sister takes this medicine without any problems."


"The first few days I was on this medicine I felt I'll and sick and I thought it was the medication so I discontinued using come to find out I was coming down with the flu. So once I was over being sick I decided to give it one more try. I am so glad I did. Since restarting I have had no side effects what so ever. I have just started the full dosage and have lost a total of 15 lbs. so far. The only changes I have made is drinking water instead of sweet tea at supper. I live in a bad neighbourhood so I am going to buy me a treadmill so I can walk daily. The scale down program that comes with this is a huge help. I can see from day to day how my eating effects my weight. I would definitely recommend this medication to anyone."


"I was in the E.R. for pain associated with condition causing kidney stone {1 in each kidney}. I am severely allergic to all anti-emetic drugs (anti nausea/vomiting drugs) but I required a potent pain killer. I was given Dilaudid by i.v. having never been on anything stronger than Percocet pills the doctors were afraid that I'd become very nauseous and vomit profusely and unable to be treated for nausea. To my relief it did the trick! I only vomited once, was prescribed hydromorphone 2mg. NO SIDE EFFECTS! I was to sick to see the beauty in everyday life, until now!"


"I'm 19 yrs old going on 20 soon. I've been using Tri-Cyclen Lo for 3 months now and I must say that this is the best birth control pill out there! I've tried Diane before and I was nauseous every morning and I had to stop it before I could even finish a week. With Tri-Cyclen Lo I have not had any bad side effects, except an increase in breast size (Happy me!) I wasn't nauseous from it, didn't gain any weight, not much difference with my pimples, and most of all I haven't changed as an individual; no mood swings or change of personality. I'm more than happy with this! "


"After a year of taking this, I have trouble speaking at all, severe sedation and constant irritability.  Also a dangerous lack of care about my personal affairs and suicidal ideation.  I'm called 'stable', when really I'm frozen in depression.  I will never trust a psychiatrist again."


"I, have anxiety issues eversince my teenage years.

And I have noticed as I get older. My anxiety has gotten much worse.

 I have went back into the USAR. As of 2009. And my MDD, Panic Disorder and GAD (Social Anxiety) has shpwn it's ugly horns.

 I have missed taking an airplane for Annual Training.

Or have had numerous Panic Attacks while at the range.

 I was on Paxil 60mg for 3 months. The brain zaps. Didnt help. But still had debilitating PA.

 So I have been on Lexapro 20mg n Xanac 1mg. Have greatly helped. But still had racing thoughts. And couldn't goto sleep

  So, for 5 days while being on 15mg Buspar. Taken at night before bed. Has greatly helped me. With sleep.

  No harsh side effects. I take the lexapro, buspar, xanax. Everyday."


"I lost 10 stones in 15 months - the first 7 stone came off easily in 7 months.

I was following a healthy diet - but found it easy to reduce my calories. I had loads of energy and felt great."


"I have been taking this at 20mg for a week and have went from decent to violently ill ...vomiting, the runs, crippling headaches, muscle pain ... I stopped taking it today slowly starting to feel better..."


"I started off with the pill but like most teens couldn't remember to take it. I went to the doctor & she told me about skyla. Getting it was probably the most painful thing ever. My cervex wouldn't soften so I had to get the medicine to make it soften. I had really bad cramps for about 2 days & even missed a little bit of school but I hate pain & can not stand it. But I don't regret getting it because I really do love it. I still do get periods ever month but my Dr. said it was normal for Skyla. I love not having to worry about taking a pill or having to worry if something accidentally happens. I totally recommend this to every body,  especially teens!"


"I have suffered from Fibromyalgia for 20 yrs, diagnosed 11 yrs ago. I have been on Tramal SR for the past 8yrs. It allowed me to keep working although I now take the maximum allowable daily dose and sometimes have to top up with ibuprofen or codeine. If I miss a tablet pretty severe withdrawal symptoms but without it I wouldn't still be able to work. It saved my sanity."


"I'm taking Bontril now. Today was a week. I have lost at least 3 lbs, eat 1/4th of what I did, and am more focused. While taking this you should drink lots of water because your mouth will be dry."


"Gabapentin helps me fall asleep, but I wake up always eight hours after I take it. It makes me feel a little groggy, but I use it for when I get sleepless nights. Fall in love people, your insomnia will go away. Everytime my soulmate is close to me I sleep like a baby!"


"I have been taking methadone for chronic pain for a few years now and I have had great success. I'm so glad the doctor tried this on me."


"I started this birth control 6 months ago. In that short span of time I've had THREE yeast infections. I've never had one before and I have no idea what could of caused it other than this birth control. Only other downside is my period cramps are extremely worse than they were before I started the pill. Before it was 3-4 days of regular bleeding, with cramps on the first day. Now it lasts 2 days, barely any bleeding but the most painful cramps I've ever experienced. Whenever those two days come around I have to stay home and normally take pills to sleep through it. That's how painful it is!  Other than that everything else was fine."


"This cough medicine is AWESOME for the nagging cough that comes with bronchitis.  "


"Horrible! Had a period every 2 weeks the whole time! Spotting regularly, terrible cramps, repetitive infections."


"Propranolol launched my career! I suffered from severe fight or flight syndrome during presentations, interviews, meetings and even phone calls. Symptoms included rapid heart beat, shortness of breath, sweating, weak voice, etc. I started taking these almost a year ago and have since been promoted to a director position, I present to our entire organization and lead meetings with our executive team - symptom free! I use 10 mg for meetings and up to 40 mg for presentations and interviews. I have also used 10 mg before a golf tournament and the 1st tee box jitters were completely gone.. The rest of my game still sucked but it felt good not to dribble the first one off the tee!"


"It has been day 8 now and I have had NO Cigarettes, you also have to put your mind to it that you really want to quit. I have had some vivid dreams but no nightmares. No other major bad symptoms that I have noticed at this point. I feel so much better already and plan to quit forever! I am 56 yrs young."


"I am on week 4. I am proud to say I have not had any side effects at all. Right away I noticed the difference. I would eat all day if I could and snack as well. I had Gastric Bypass back in 03 and gained a lot of weight back so I had gotten to 240lbs from 159lbs back in 04 however I had twins a few years ago. I am down so far to 227 which is great for a little under a month (13lbs) I will add in exercise this month and change to a even more healthier diet to see how much more I can lose. I think this is the wonder pill."


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"No bad side effects so far."


"I have been taking Haldol for a long time and it has controlled my condition very well."


"Stay away from this drug it builds up tolerance and then you'll have excruciating withdrawals"


"I took Azurette for about 4 years. During the first 3 months I had terrible mood swings and acne. My sex drive also decreased significantly. I didn't experience any weight gain. My periods were light, lasted about 5 days, predictable, and no spotting."


"I was put on Multaq after 1 episode of afib.  Since then I have experienced nausea every night, loose stools several times a day and headache.  My out of pocket from insurance last year was $20 for 3 months from express scripts.  This month for a three month supply was $647."


"I am a 55 year old male with rare seizures. I have taken regular Tegretol in the past, but didn't like it because of the side effects with fatigue, confusion, and memory loss. I have been on Tegretol XR for the last five and a half months, and have been very pleased. The side effects seem to be much less and allow me to function much more normally. "


"I had extreme swelling at injection site, muscle , joint , nerve pain continuing and still there four months after injection. Very limited use and movement of the arm where injection was done. Inflammation caused plaque in arteries to break loose and clog arteries resulting in two stints having to be placed in heart. I still have pain in neck and shoulder muscles......"


"I was put on toprol xl 10 years ago by a cardiologist. The ecg showed all the problems I had. The doctor ordered toprol xl 25 mg. Within 10 minutes after taking it, my condition had stopped, the heart was beating normally."


"I had spent much of my time outdoors in the windy and dry plains of Co. My eyes stayed dry and painful. Eyedrops gave relief but symptoms would return so my doctor prescribed Restasis. It had the same results. I realized that even though I was no longer in a harsh environment my eyes had become conditioned and addicted to Eyedrops and Restasis! I learned that it is a very common addiction, including the body's craving and withdrawals from the substance. Restasis is nothing but an unnecessary addictive drug and the drug co. knows it. It should only be used while you have inflammation just like any other anti-inflammatory med. Overuse of anti-inflammatories is like overuse of anti-biotics. We know what happens when we do that. Effectiveness decreases"


"Had this drug with my colonostopy. I remember a tingly feeling in my arm before  fell asleep. Woke up 40 minutes later. I felt so good I asked the nurse if this stuff came in a six pack"


"I am only on my 4th day and am already down 7 lbs! Female, 34 yo, start weight 205. Current weight 198! I am 5'6". No major energy increase noticed. Some excessive sweating, Really great  moods! Less sleep requirements, need about 5-6 hours now when I used to sleep a minimum of 10. So far so good! Will update in two weeks!"


"Horrible abdominal pain.  I was only able to take 3 doses before I had to discontinue.  The abdominal pain was similar to my 5 day appendicitis pain that I had prior to having my appendix removed."


"I absolutely loved the Mirena and highly recommended it to anyone. BUT I have had some side effects which I am starting to believe they are from the Mirena. I have had it in for 1 1/2 yrs and now I am thinking about having it removed. Insertion was fine, no cramping, no acne. I did gain weight but can't say if its from the Mirena. You can't tell it's in, its a great birth control. I actually got it in because my periods were very very heavy and were out of control. I have been experiencing anxiety the last 6 months and I have no idea why and seems to be getting worse, I have seen my ob and family doctor and they said I should have no side affect like this (anxiety).  I saw a new doctor, and she said it can. Daughter thinks I've been moody since I got."


"I quit my birth control basically cold turkey which caused depression and panic attacks on a daily basis for over a month.  I couldn't get in a car without having an attack.  My doctor put me on sertraline and my depression lifted after about a week of taking it. It took a good month to actually work on the panic attacks.  I honestly did not think anything would help and that I would be reliant on my Ativan for life.  I haven't had to take my Ativan in about a week which is amazing!  The only noticeable side effects for me are restlessness and insomnia in the early morning.  The benefits far outweigh the side effects for me though!"


"Life changing. Amazing. I was doubtful having tried laser two separate times. I've been using this for about 2 months and it has reduced the facial hair growth so much I am shocked. I just got my second tube. It's expensive, and my insurance would not pay for any of it, but its worth it."


"I have been on Strattera for almost a year. This is the only ADD medicine I have tried so I do not have experience with others. It helps me focus in on one thing and gives my brain a rest from all the thoughts. It also helps me sleep at night because my mind is not wandering.
Some side effects I have experienced is weight loss (almost extreme from 120 to 100 in 5 months) although I have gained about 5 pounds back and am still working on it.
Also I am very thirsty all the time, so keep water with you everywhere! . Lastly I have to take it on a full stomach or else it will give me a severe stomach ache.
Overall, this medicine has really helped me be able to enjoy life and want to spend time with the people I love!"


"Best medicine around.  I have been in a trial study for 5 years with Stelara, it has been wonderful.  I have been 100% clear for the 5 years.  No real side effects.  I had my last study dose in September 2010, I broke out in January 2011 just a little.  I go to get my shot again in February 2011.  I can not wait."


"I have been having pain for 5 months now after a bad dental experience. I thought it was my teeth that was causing all of my pain. I felt hopeless with no other options left. No dentists knew what to do. I went to my doctor and said I possibly have nerve damage from the numbing shot (I have permanent numbing too).  This medicine has taken away my tingling feeling from the numbing (although it's still numb, it's not annoying).  The shooting pain through my jaw is gone and my throbbing is gone too. WONDERFUL. I do feel a little dizzy and loopy but I'm so happy."


"Just started taking this med again. I've been on more than I can count over the years. The only downfall I've had is the daytime foggy feeling which I'm hoping will subside over time. I've only been taking this less than a week and my depression symptoms have greatly improved as well as I sleep well every night. Appetite has gone up for me as well but not a concern for me at this point. Very happy overall. I will post again in a few weeks to give another update"


"I'm a 51 year old health professional. In 1983 at the age of 17 I had my gallbladder removed (cholecystectomy). Although my painful gallstone attacks ended, like others I began suffering irritable bowel symptoms for the next 25  years. These frequent bouts of cramping and urgent diarrhea impacted my work, travel and social life. In 2010 I changed my GP and he recommended the off-label use of Wechol as a solution to my GI problems. I cannot overemphasize the profound and positive impact this drug has had on my lifestyle. If you've had your gall bladder removed and are having GI problems, please talk with your doctor about this medication."


"I was only taking 600mg (2 x 300mg) an hour before bed. I overslept every day while taking this medication. I also felt groggy in the morning, stumbling to bathroom when I first wake up. Did not really help with anxiety or my mood."


"I have taken this birth control for several years now and I've never been happier. I do not get my period while I am on this pill, like at all. Not even a spot. I thought that was something to be worried about so I spoke to my gyno, and he assured me that it's normal for some women to not get their period at all while on lo lo. I didn't gain weight, I didn't get acne, and I didn't have emotional issues. The only side effect I've experienced is once a month my libido increases like anything for 2 days!!  That's it."


"First I tried Ambien, loved it! But after a week or so I started having a reaction of itching so they stopped it. Then on to Lunesta it gave me a headache every morning but it did make me sleep.  They stopped it. Then on to Temazapam 30 mg. It works within 1-2 hours. I sleep good for 6-8 hrs. Usually, sometimes I still will have trouble falling asleep or waking in the night but it's not every night so it's an improvement!"


"I took it for 5 months under prescription because of work related anxiety and developing sleeping disorder. The side effects: low mental capacity, low will power, emotionally dead, no libido, and memory and concentration impairment, and really feeling down.  My psychiatrist insisted that the side effects are actually manifestations of my anxiety. But my mental and emotional health were going down. "It will work eventually" he said on our last meeting. One day l  crashed my car against a wall. I stopped immediately the medication, went through one week or so of withdrawal hell. I quit my job, went on a holiday and never took a pill again. It took me two years to restore my abilities, partly because of anxiety, but mostly of Zoloft."


"I tried a cream OTC, which didn't work. So I called my doctor and he prescribed this. AMAZING medicine! Within 24 hours my infection is gone and I feel human again! I experienced no side effects. It's almost like a wonder pill!"


"I just got my Implanon removed today and I instantly felt better (maybe it's mental) but I had the worst experience with this birth control. I stopped getting the Depo shot after 2 years because it causes bone thinning and switched to Implanon. The insertion wasn't too bad. I had irregular periods at first and then I started getting really heavy periods that would last me 2-3 weeks. I ended up keeping it in for a year and a half because I thought it would start becoming more regular. I didn't experience weight gain although I was very depressed and moody, no sex drive which contradicts the point of having birth control! Also since I was bleeding all the time I was always tired. I feel so much better now switching back to the shot."


"48 year old firefighter (I'm not one to give up), dealing with Fibromyalgia symptoms for the past 5 years. Doctor prescribed Savella, been on it for three weeks and wow, what a noticeable difference when I miss a dose.  It doesn't completely take away the deep muscle pain and stiffness but it does help keep the pain tolerable so I can function, especially during cold wet weather changes.  The most notable side effect for me was the sweats (excessive sweating spells) and dry mouth, both are side effects I can live with."


"Lamictal has been a life saver. Started when I was 18, after 4 years of unsuccessful treatment plus 2-3 years of emotional instability not treated. Started lamictal and I finally felt like "the person I was always supposed to grow up to be". I do get the "morning woozies" when I increase the dose for worsening symptoms, but I have been more or less in remission. Very minimal side effects, and generally effective as stand alone maintenance drug."


"I've always been quite underweight and absolutely hated it, tried this years ago and quit a few pills in due to the tiredness caused. Gave it another shot 6 weeks ago and have gained a stone already (usually impossible!).

 I've been taking one a day which is a low dose and my appetite has easily doubled. I used to feel full half way through a meal and feel anxious going out for food in case I couldn't finish it. Definitely not a problem anymore. I've given it a 10 as it has made such a huge impact on my self esteem already, and unexpectedly resolved what I believe to be urticaria over night. The only downside is the tiredness; makes getting to sleep nice and easy but waking up is so difficult! Long way to go still, but very happy so far :)"


"I've suffered from insomnia for years, and have tried everything.  I take melatonin, neurontin for RLS, klonopin.  Now I've added Belsomra.  It's not magical, but it's better than the hypnotics:  Ambien, for example, had me awake and doing everything under the sun BUT sleep:  rearranging cabinets, cooking food, eating food, emailing things I didn't remember, etc.  What I like about Belsomra is that it does seem to KEEP me asleep; I don't wake up during the night once I am asleep.  It's definitely not worth the high cost--but I think the ridiculously high cost is because of the ridiculous way that it's packaged!!!!!"


"I started taking this because of the painful cramps I get once a month. I've only been on it for a little over two weeks, and my typically clear face is now covered in cystic acne that nothing seems to get rid of. I feel tired and just want to spend my days sleeping or resting (even when I get 7-9 hours of sleep at night!), I've gained a few pounds each week, and now I'm getting painful cramps (the reason I even started taking this stuff) weeks before my period is supposed to start. I went online and realized many women are having the exact same symptoms as me! I wish I would have read reviews before just doing what my gynecologist suggested. I do not recommend this to anyone!"


"So I got the liletta about September 2016 and the insertion was super painful for me, during and after. I got out the doctor and felt super light headed and the cramps were terrible I had to sleep for the rest of the day my cramps literally lasted 3 days. I mainly got it because I have fibroids so I needed something to make me bleed less. As I thought the liletta was suppose to give me less periods granted my periods are lighter before my periods would last 6 days but after I started this IUD they last for two weeks! I barely have any time to get intimate because I'm always bleeding and it's uncomfortable for me. I'm already going to have 6 months in and I think I'm going to remove it. Everyone is different, but it's a no for me."


"I was shocked when I woke up from my C-section and was very coldly told by my robot nurse that I was "allowed" 4 injections of TORADOL for having my gut ripped open and 2 children taken out. Please! Toradol won't even kill a migraine. Just because some big pharm study came out falsely proclaiming that an anti-inflammatory is more effective than IV opioids for post op pain is utter BS. I was miserable, crying and the hospital wouldn't even let me have 2 Advil except every 4 hours! there is something seriously wrong with our health care system when Toradol is considered first line pain control after ANY invasive surgery. are these people crazy? I left the hospital because they were simply making me more upset which aggravated my pain further."


"I have been taking Symbyax for 3 weeks. I cannot believe the difference its made in my life. I was always against anti-depressants since all I had tried made me feel worse. I haven't had energy or motivation like this in, I cant remember how long! It is hard to wake up if I take it too late in the evening. I'm afraid of the weight gain but I think it would be worth it. I am only giving it a 9 since it is so expensive and I have no insurance."


"Relief was immediate and dramatic."


"A few of my friends and I who are on it (we work in a hospital and all started taking it) plateaued at 25-27 lbs. So, a couple of us stopped taking it, maintained what we lost, and are going to start it again. The reason is that the longer we were on it, the less we felt that "I'm hungry but nothing sounds good" feeling that curbed our appetites. Will go back on soon. I went from 314 lbs to 288 lbs - maintaining about 291."


"I love this method of birth control.  I have had very heavy periods and cramping since I was 11.  Mirena has virtually erased my period.  I have had some light spotting on and off since insertion 2 months ago but that's a small price to pay.  Zero cramps.  Zero!  No crazy side effects like what I experienced on various brands of oral contraceptives.

I have 2 kids and that's enough so I'm happy that I don't have to worry about birth control for the next 5 years.

Insertion was a breeze.  About 30 seconds of heavy crampy pain and light headedness but then I was fine.  I didn't take any of the painkillers that my Dr. supplied me with prior to the procedure."


"This med is MAGICAL. I've expirienced really bad relationship with food and my body. Since I was 18 I used to gain weight and was trying to drop it sometimes with laxatives, sometimes with really awful diets that made me binge overeating all the time. I went to gym, working hard but then coming home and eat everything that I could find, even food that I dont really like, I was crying telling myself that tomorrow I'll change my live. It has been like that FOR YEARS. I hated myself, lost all my friends, never could build a relationship with men who loved me (I didn't believe that somebody can love me). Now (on 20 mg Prozac) I am happy, drop all the weight that I gained, I love a man who loves me and really enjoy my life. Give it a chance!XOXO"


"I have been using epiduo for two years and the key when you start is to ease into it using it every couple days and then every other day and then every day. This way it doesn't burn like hell. I'd say it took me about a month of easing into it before I used it daily. Also if your skin is really sensitive use all your moisturizers and creams first and wait ten minutes then apply epiduo last. It won't be as effective but also won't be as harsh. I like to use face masks for moisturizing so I use epiduo in the morning with a moisturizer and sunscreen. At night I use a sheet mask for moisture. It's a good balance for me. For all those starting out give it time and don't try to rush it cuz it will burn hard core if you use it a lot."


"I kept waking up"


"Was prescribed simvastatin, but after taking it for 6 weeks I became very ill (freezing cold and shivering) and not really knowing what was happening to me. After visit to doctors was admitted to hospital as emergency with liver problems. After blood tests the nurse confirmed it was the simvastatin that caused the problems. It made me diabetic, in fact caused everything in my body to malfunction. So pleased I stopped taking it immediately. It caused bile and biliribin levels to go through the roof. Happily after six months and operation for blocked bile ducts, everything has slowly got back to normal (not diabetic now either)."


"I am 25 years old. Just started taking loestrin 24fe. Took it a week before my peroid. It's been two weeks since then. No period yet. Haven't done the deed yet so I dont know how effective it is. Started taking it due to being married soon (next week in fact).
The problem Is I'm having shortness of breath and pain in my knee (thought it was pain due to walking home from work everyday, now not so sure. Could be a possible blood clot. My calf is hurting as well. I'm going to continue to take my pills but have compression socks on from now on to limit the clots if I have any.
I'm healthy (except I have synthyroid) only 25, so I shouldn't be having problems like this right? I'm keeping my legs over my heart as instructed to lessen the pain."


"I have been on 400mg of Seroquel XR along with my antidepressant for more than 1 year. Initially the medicine worked great for my Stress, Delusions and helped me sleep well in the night. Lately the anxiety has returned and I have severe anxiety during the day time. In the night I pass out so don't feel much in the night. However this medicine has caused me gain a lot of weight. I would say I have gained about 25 pounds since starting the medicine."


"Currently, I'm 26 and had a laparoscopy done in May, receiving my official diagnosis with endometriosis. Birthcontrol options like Seasonsique actually made the pain worse and I bled constantly so my doctor prescribed Necon non-cyclically: take it for three months straight and then have a period akin to Seasonique. It has worked wonders for me after four months: no spotting or bleeding in between, only minor cramps at beginning of my period, period is lighter, I haven't gained weight from it, and my acne cleared up by month 3 (full disclosure: it made it worse for the first month, then it cleared it up). It did negatively affect my mood for a couple months but I've bounced back to normal."


"My experience on Seroquel nearly cost me my job as it turned me into a ZOMBIE!. Since going off the drug I am fully functional. My head is clear and I have energy to do things.

I cannot believe my Dr prescribed me an antipsychotic drug such as seroquel. Colleagues observing me thought I had undergone a major personality disorder. I have been off it for a month now and not missing it one bit."


"I think this was the worst pill I could have ever tooken. It caused my periods to stop completely and also my sex drive was GONE. Cause issue with me and my husband and also caused hair loss!!!! Yes I'm 25 years old and my hair is falling out!!!! I'm talking about my hair is falling out in chunks! Not like one or two strands - no I can't even brush my hair anymore!"


"I have been taking Yasmin birth control since I'm 15.
There was a few times where I had stopped taking it because -life- couldn't afford it at a younger age and I am SO forgetful
I have 2 kids but I wasn't taking the birth control at those times. From me taking the pill till getting pregnant took about a year.!
Both times
I started taking it again recently and I've been losing weight. I have lost 10lbs.

It doesn't cause acne.
I don't feel lazy or drained taking it

I do recommend this birth control I think it works great, from regulating a period to not getting pregnant!"


"Absolute gold. "


"Mood swings 8-10x @day very bad to to the point checking out hit me 4-5 x @ day.NO THANKS keep it nucynta def not for me.?"


"I've only been on my first month of this patch. But I hope my review will still help. I usually put it on my butt-cheek and alternate sides each week.
The first week was fine, the skin around it after taking off was kind of irritating, but that was no big deal.
Second week, nothing unusual happened, my sex drive increased, but I would wake up in the middle of the night for some reason.
The third week was the worst week though, I had mood swing, light cramps and anxiety.
This fourth week, It'll be my off week, I hope my period comes normally (since I have been having abnormal cycle for the past 2 years)
So far, I am satisfied with Ortho Evra. I am usually forgetful, changing it every week is very convenient!"


"I have rheumatoid arthritis for the past 20 years. I used to take diclofenac sodium 100mg per day. When I got better I stopped for 3 years. Now again stated once in 3 days and now every night after food one 50 mg tablet. I have not experienced any side effects. Inflammation in many joints has reduced. I am 48 years old."


"I got my iud inserted on November 18 2015. I read all of these horror stories on this site and it got me freaked out to get my Iud inserted. I have had one child so insertion was absolutely painless for me. The procedure was quick and the doctor talks you through everything. Take some medications before and relax! I have had absolutely no cramping or spotting after my iud insertion. The only thing I have noticed is sometimes I'm slightly more irritable. Do not let these stories scare you into not getting an iud. Most people don't write about the positive experiences just negative."


"I started on the medication and it worked fine. A month later if i didn't take it i would get huge mood swings and usually start crying about everything. in those mood swings i usually felt like i was worthless and couldn't do any thing right."


"Hysingla really keeps the pain level from my fibromyalgia in check. I no longer feel I am on a pain scale roller coaster. I stay around a 3-4 most days. Others sometimes a 6 but no longer am I at an 8-20 on the pain scale. I also love that I don't feel dopey or tired from the hysingla version like with norco."


"Amazing. First one I used lasted for the longest time frame. Only thing was the shots were annoying.  After the Enbrel, each one I used or tried I had an allergic reaction to. About 6 different ones I finally gave into the prospect of having a premed to help accept the medication. Currently on Actemra with premed of Solumedrol. Helped for about 10 months the medicine was increased to maximum dose. 1st down and praying for continuing relief. I hope this helps. As each medication change the SULPHASALAZINE and methotrexate has always remained as a stable medicine treatment in my plan with only one exception."


"It truly is a miracle. Only thing I'll add differently, I wouldn't take it before an exam, as it kind of makes you a little foggy with the thought process. People can typically deal with this anxiety because its not speaking in front of people but definitely take it before speaking."


"Smoker of 35 years.  2 packs a day the past 2 years.  This product definitely curbed the urge enough to help get me off of them.  Did experience nausea and diarrhea the first 2 days.  Then trouble sleeping.  LOTS of trouble sleeping, still on the pill (1 month now) and averaging 3-3.5 hours a day at most, but WORTH losing the habit.  Rated this drug a 9 only because of the sleeping side effect.  It WORKS."


"This medication will help with my migraine headache for the day but I wake up and still have a terrible headache once the medication subsides.  I seem to get terrible rebound headaches and have to repeatedly take this medication hoping each day that I will be free of the migraine.  I am now on day number four.  I was told it was supposed to be better than imitrex because it would not cause rebound headaches but it doesn't work for me."


"I've heard nothing but good things about this form of birth control, so I decided to give it a try. It is implanted and lasts for about 3 years. Being a 21 year old college student, that was perfect. I'm going to warn you, the implantation process hurts. I have a high pain tolerance and it was painful. Not worth crying over, but definitely painful. My arm hurt for like a week after the initial implant. I kept my arm wrapped, for more cushion and support. If I would move my arm a certain way I would feel a sharp pain shooting in my arm. After about a week the swelling and bruising went down and no more sharp pains. I had no other side effects. No emotional changes, no weight gain, no acne, ect. Minor abdominal cramping, but that's it (:"


"I knew I wanted Nexplanon before I even had my daughter. I had the implant put in at the end of January  and I had a month long FULL "period" (post partum bleeding had stopped prior too). As of now, I am experiencing lighter periods, but I seem to spot every other week. I'm also experiencing the WORST mood swings EVER. It's actually scary. I'm not one who is usually sensitive to any med, but I'm on the verge of having this removed."


"750mg twice daily, had no effect on headaches. "


"My husband has been using this medicine (225 mg) for nearly 2 years now.  No side effects, but still has an episode at least 1 to 2 times a month.  His regular Doctor doesn't seem to know much about Rythmol, so thought about taking him to a specialist now that I read your other comments."


"I haven't had any increase in energy but my sed rate is lower and my renal functions tests are better.
"


"The only side effect I really experienced was extreme drowsiness. The first night I took it, it knocked me out and I slept all night. Waking up the next morning was a challenge because I was still so drowsy. But that only lasted for one night. I experienced minor nausea after eating one meal. That's about it for the side effects. It did lower my blood pressure dramatically though. Overall, I'm having a great experience with this."


"I have been on Tri-Cyclen Lo for nearly three months and I am VERY pleased with it. This is the first time I have even taken a birth control pill, and I was very weary to begin the pill after reading many horror stories online. I am very glad that I did not let my fears prevent me from taking the pill.

PROS:

-No weight gain

-No extreme mood swings

-No decrease in sex drive

-Easy to use

-Effective

-Less premenstrual cramps, shorter periods

CONS:

-For the first few days of the pill, I felt extremely nauseous. It was so bad that I considered giving it up, but I am glad I didn't as the nausea went away after the first week.

-I now experience headaches before my expected period"


"The month I was on Paxil was the worst month of my life. It made me even more depressed and I just felt an intense numbingness along with severe nausea and when I sleep I absolutely knock out for far too long. It also lead to crazy stomach pain that persisted for months until I took an antibiotic. Not for me or probably any one. Just terrible."


"I got the insert about a month ago after a friend recommended it. Everything was fine for the first week and a half then I started getting migraines. I have a pretty high pain tolerance so it shocked me when I couldn't function because of a headache. Not thinking anything of it, the head aches began to happen more and more often now I get them everyday. It's gotten to a point where pain medications won't work and I have to sleep the pain off. Not only that but I have been having crazy mood swings and depressive episodes. As well as I'm gaining weight and my face is breaking out. I am not a happy camper when it comes to Nexplanon I'd much rather use condoms or become a teen mom then to keep this implant in my arm . I do not recommend this"


"I have taken  methotrexate  for 4 years now and only when I was put on Humeria   did I get any relief . the side effect I have had are depression and sweating  but not hardly any stiffness and not much discomfort so for me the combination works for me ."


"Worse experience ever!!!! Burning itching. I could have kept the yeast infection."


"This medicine is amazing. I have taken this for three different urinary tract infections and it has cured them in only one day, seriously. I give it a rating of 11."


Reversal of Nondepolarizing Muscle Relaxants

"I found this medicine very hard to withstand. Side effects were bad. I hope others will benefit."


"I've only started this 3 weeks ago, however, I have seen a huge difference. Within the first couple of days it cleared all the redness and whiteheads. It did dry my skin out, and I had to double up on my moisturizer. Now going into week 3, the deep bumps that never seem to go away have started to subside. I accidentally skipped one night, and could tell the difference the next day, so it's definitly something you have to keep in the habit of."


"The side effects for this pill are horrible. I took it within 24 hours of having unprotected sex. It made me dizzy, nauseous right after I took i . A week layer, my right ovary starts hurting me and now I am getting awful hives all over my body, very itchy . I've been spotting for 3 days now. Waste of money."


"I have been on Depo on and off for a few years. I did experience some spotting but no heavy period. I have gained a good 15 lbs in the process. Coming off of Depo I gained an additional 10 lbs in 2 months or so. I had my last shot in October, it is now May and only had one short period that lasted for 3 days in March. When on Depo I have also experienced hair loss and difficulty sleeping, as well as a drop in my sex drive. "


"I took Biaxin as soon as I got home from the Doctor. I woke up the next morning feeling amazing, not totally cured but a great start after one day!"


"Oh man. I had this for a little over a year and it was awful, I had terrible cramps all the time and it made me bleed/hurt every single time I had sex. 0 sex drive. I really wish it had worked for me cause its just so much more convenient than an oral contraceptive but this is not for everyone."


"I took Lyrica for a couple of months. It helped with some of the fibro pain and I felt tired and a little dizzy along with having dry mouth which I expected as common side effects. What surprised me was I got new pains in new places--my big toe felt like it was on fire and my lower back hurt badly. I started weaning off of Lyrica and the new pains went away. I also had insomnia from weaning process. I think it does work to dull the fibro pain but not sure if it's worth it if there are new pains."


"I have had psoriasis since 1978. I had tried just about everything when my dermatologist suggested I take part in the study for a new drug, eventually called Stalara. It worked about 80% and left only two patches of itchy plaque - It has not increased (or decreased) since then. I went off of it (would not sign the papers to put my information in the cloud) in June of last year (2015).

Surprisingly, it has not returned any worse in the 7 months I have been off of the drug. The two patches remain the same and all other body parts remain free of plaque. I'm feeling pretty good about that - I hope it continues."


"I have had constipation my entire life (I'm nearly 64).  My father (deceased) was a Physician & kept things 'working' with various medications.  As an adult, and after being diagnosed with Lupus in '84, it gradually worsened.  I had tried everything.  My normal routine was a bowel movement every 5-7 days, and then it was difficult.  I have been hospitalized for impaction.In the more recent years I have been on a Miralax type product twice a day & 24mcg of Amitiza (once or twice a day).  Amitiza is the ONLY thing that has ever worked.  I can't remember how long it took to 'kick' in, but after decades of food not transitioning through my system, I was patient.  I couldn't function without it.  I feel somewhat normal now.  AMAZING!"


"I feel like I’m being a little generous by giving Vyvanse a 3 because it does work to some degree, but I have very unpleasant side effects from it. My doctor finally switched me to generic Adderall IR-thank God-and it’s fantastic. I must be abnormal with how I digest Vyvanse or something because I find it far more potent, and not in a good way. It gives me serious dry mouth, diahrrea, anxiety, excessive sweating, and depression. The effect was different almost everyday: some days were okay, a lot were terrible, and a few were good. It muted most of my emotions except a general sense of discomfort. But I could focus when it didn’t make me depressed. On the hand, Adderall IR is a cake walk and I feel great in general."


"Dry mouth."


"I started the shot August of 2014 and I'm still currently on it. My Dr. told me that for the first month I would bleed irregularly, which didn't happen. For maybe about a week I had very little bleeding to hardly any at all with my first shot. I had gained about 10 pounds since I've been on it. It has helped cleared my skin. The shot as COMPLETELY stopped my period. Which is quite amazing. The only reason why I'm not giving the shot a 10 is because of the weight gain. Because of it, it made it hard to loose weight and keep it off. I don't know if the shot could have caused this but I did experience insomnia,excessive oily skin, and out of control heartburn."


"I have used Lysteda 2x now with great success. It has slowed down and then stopped my menstrual cycle within 4 doses. I am a bit concerned that one of the possible side effects could be blood clots. I personally have not had any. However, because I am an RN, I have realized that the side effects of this drug could be scary if not used EXACTLY as the doctor has prescribed and at the time intervals prescribed. I have had headaches each time that I have used it but I also suffer from  migraine headaches. For me, the headaches are a worth the benefit that Lysteda provides. Just make sure that the directions for use are followed completely and report any odd/new symptoms to your doctor."


"This medicine started to wear off I think due to too many negatives over 1 month time and I was upped on my dosage from 20mg x2 daily to 40mg x2 daily 8 days ago for thoughts not right and anxiety plus depression. Everything is starting to lift finally and feeling great and happy. It was really tough 8 days so far with very LOW LOWS and I'm BEYOND happy with it. LIFE SAVER INDEED."


"I've been on this pill for a little over a month and I love it. (Knock on wood) but I haven't gotten any really bad side effects like most pills I've read about. On this pill I've lost my crazy appetite that I used to have, my breasts feel like they've gotten smaller, I don't have mood swings, or feel depressed or anything. The only negative thing is, even though I'm glad it made my hair longer, it made my hair in other places longer and it grows back faster (which I can manage but it's a little annoying having to do my eyebrows ever other day). I've also had headaches but not sure if its from the pill and I had my period for 2 weeks straight but my doctor said its because body is getting used to the pill."


"Gabapentin makes me feel better. I take it everyday, two times a day. I have bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and severe anxiety. Gabapentin, along with Risperidal, help me feel normal."


"Been on Nexplanon since April 2015. Positives: Don't have to worry about daily or weekly birth control regimens. No pregnancy.
Negatives: Bleeding! Bleeding and more bleeding. My normal cycle not on this drug was at most 5 days. When I first started on nexplanon my cycle was 7-8 days; which wasn't too bad. After 6 months cycle increased to more like 9-10 days and was more unpredictable. Now, almost a year in, I've been on my cycle for 15 days. I'm so over it! I really tried to give this drug a chance to adjust but it seems to just get worse as time goes on. Made an appointment for removal. Good luck! Lol."


"I was on the shot for 2yrs straight about 3yrs ago. I absolutely loved it and I would have recommended it any of my girlfriends. I didn't have one period and no cramping for 2yrs! Loved it!  Not even 2 weeks after missing my last shot I became pregnant. My daughter was born in 2013, and about 2months ago I started the shot again. Worst decision of my life! I have not stopped spotting! Every damn day for almost 2 months and I'm starting to get really crampy and I've have terrible migraines. I've been having mood swings and I've never experienced  anxiety so bad in my life. I would seriously consider looking into the side effects and reading up on the shot before you get it."


"I was diagnosed with extreme dry eye, in part due to past Lasix surgery, part occupational hazard, and part age related. My doctor put me on Restasis. It turns out I am allergic. I had none of the eye pain others described. But, my vision was very blurry impeding my ability to read and focus starting day 1. I increased my fluid intake, thinking dehydration. I had a "light " headache, sinus & throat issues getting progressively worse and I would suddenly lose my voice & experience dizziness. My blood pressure was elevated. My face became red & itchy.After feeling abnormalities in the blood flow around my heart, I stopped the Restasis. This all happened in 4 days.  Most of the symptoms left 48 hours after stopping. Restasis is not for everyone."


"Femara for 18 months no side effects for first 6 months, then joint and muscle pain, physical fatigue, bone density loss. Will continue for as long as it works, at the moment looking clear, I want to live."


"Changed my life. I'm almost 30 years old, and my life would have been so different if i had known about Hypercare growing up!"


"Not even finished with my first set of doses(probably around 80% of the way there), I started seeing major results. My skin is smoother and less breakouts even after eating fried chicken. Only side effects were trouble sleeping and breathing. I also had chapped lips. Not really much pyschological effects like depression or loss of interest."


"Seroquel was a God send for me.  I've been on it for 7 years and its the best medication I've been on for hallucinations and the voices I heard on a daily basis.  It does however make me extremely tired so I take it half hour before I go to bed.  I did get a little weight gain but I would rather have weight gain than hearing voices and seeing things any day.  Amazing medication."


"I have chronic pain and for the last 10 years have tried all pain meds and the ONLY one that works is 10MG percs. I take about 5 a day and I can work full time and live my life as it lowers the pain to about a 5. I just pray that they leave PM doctors alone with this new push to get rid of opiates. I need them!"


"I started taking this medication and was finally able to sleep. Prazosin has little side-effects and makes a huge difference with my nightmares and sleep disturbances.

I find the nasal congestion difficult to manage. I started taking nasal decongestant spray against doctors recommendations (due to risk of dependence) but it is the only thing that has helped me."


"I am a 33 yr old woman with Anxiety, irritabilty, ocd
. I have been on many different medications since i was 18. My new doctor finally sent me to a psychologist to see if effexor was the right drug for me after being on it for 18 months with some improvement but not great improvement. At the time I was on 75 mg a day. The psychologist upped my dosage to 200 mg a day. Since then I have had very slight anxiety, and only when even a normal person would have a panic attack. My OCD is manageable. And I no longer wish everyone dead. I have had 0 side effects what so ever.  Only thing I have noticed is when i miss a couple days, (mom of 3 it happens), all my problems come back 100%. I never take my meds at the same time and have never had withdrawal."


"I suffer from severe chronic cluster head aches that last 3 or more days at a time.I had back problems as well,at work one day I fell 30 feet & landed in a wheelbarrow.I hit my neck on one side and injured my L4 L5. I've been n pain management sense 07 long story short I ended up on 75mcg patches ever 48 hours. They did not last 72 hours for me.I was given 600mcg fentanyl lozenges they r fast acting.I was given 1 every 6 hrs. Best brake through meds I've use.u can suck on them 4 15 min.yet if ur pain subsides u can stop after 5/10 min they take 15 min to de solve.u can store what is left n the package n ur refrigerator n use it later when needed.pills don't always work rite away n some times u don't need as much."


"Love this medicine! Tried all the others, Vyvanse definitely works the best. I stay on task, focused, more organized and been moving up in my field. 29 yr old female, 30mg dose. The only negative is if I don't take it for a day or 2 on the weekends then start again is at first it makes me real jittery and makes me go to the bathroom until my bowels are essentially cleaned out, but that's really not a bad thing. Also I love the way it curbs my appetite and keeps me around 115 lbs without even trying(I'm 5'3"). A very pleasant side effect!! I was on 70 mg a couple years ago but I was getting a little too skinny(stable around 106-108 lbs), so decreased the dosage."


"I'm 16, just had surgery on a Fallopian cyst, and I was scared to get my period again (I was on depo for three years before hand, and no not because I was sleeping around at 13 to try and reduce the cyst.) so I decided on Skyla, my insurance paid for it all. I went in that day around 4 pm and sat on the table nervous as hell. Doctor told me for some people it hurts and some people it doesn't. So they started the process and she was very detailed. She got to my cervix and I passed out from the pain. Worst pain ever, and I have a high pain tolerance. I woke up confused and scared and feeling sick. I had my dad pick me up. Listen to every review and know you could react the same way. 5 days later slight cramping, but I'm okay!"


"Hello, I am currently taking chantix for the third time each time was very successful if only I would have followed through for the full period. I currently am on day 5 and no longer smoke. I went from a pack in a half a day to none in 5 days. Slight urges from time to time but its more of just being bored and thinking I need to smoke. If you follow through and ignore the urges by finding something to keep you busy you will be successful but like others have said you have to want to quit!! I am 29 years old with a 2 yr old and have been smoking since I was 12 or 13 if there is a better time to quit its now!! I will admit I have silly dreams from time to time like a shoe being bigger than the other or being in a circus just stupid dreams!!"


"I have been taking suboxone for about 3 years now and it always worked great for me. Well since my insurance will not cover it any longer, my doc wrote me out this new script of bunavail. I have to say this is the worst Meds I have ever tried. I still feel tired through out the day which makes my mind start to wonder into the wrong places. A huge con for me is how long it takes to dissolve, I held it in for 1 1/2 hours before I finally said screw it and dug it out. This is a pathetic excuse for a replacement. I will not be trying this again, come next week I will be paying for my subs, I don't care how much they cost. All this medication is going to do is get people using again."


"I was only able to make it 5 days.  I had nervousness from the time I woke up.  Sweaty palms, nausea, anxiety, vivid unpleasant dreams.  At times I would sleep for 12 hours and others maybe 3 hours.  I couldn't take it anymore.  I can't imagine dealing with those side effects for weeks.  I stopped and feel so much better.  It has taken about two days to feel better.  Good luck to everybody but that felt like pure poison to me."


"I took this medicine 3 times over the course of a few months, and each time I had very jumpy legs within about 20 minutes. It helped the nausea but I don't think I'll take it again."


"I'm 40 years old with two teenaged children. I was tired of taking a birth control pill daily, and had trouble remembering to take it sometimes. I had the Mirena inserted last month, and it was a painless procedure. I had some minor cramping for the first day or two, but no bleeding. I did not get my period this month and I'm hoping I don't get one ever again! I highly recommend Mirena."


"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."


"This medicine did its job. Took about a week for me to feel the actual effects. But I had to discontinue use because I developed a really bad rash around my mouth. I had to stop because the rash and other side effects. I wish those side effects never happened or else it would have been something that I would have wanted to be apart of my medication regimen. I also have Schizoaffective Disorder, it really helped me manage those unusual thoughts and behavior. Otherwise this would have been my medication of choice."


"As an upcoming psychiatrist and a sufferer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, I studied many ways to counteract the sexual side-effects caused by SSRI. Although this medicine is not commonly prescribed in the US, it's available in my country, and with a three times a day administration, it did increase libido and anorgasmia.
Nevertheless, some side-effects are very discomforting, and include diaforesis, anxiety and hypersalivation."


"I am taking tamoxifen for two months now. But is not easy due to so many side effects. You need a lots of encouragement  from family and friends to keep going. This medicine has so many side effects. Some of the side effects are fatigue, hot flashes, short temper, sadness, dizziness, anger and many more. The other day my son and my daughter came to me to ask if I was drinking. They said that I looked so angry the night before and they were worried about me. I never drink so I told them about the medicine."


"Was switched from Adderall XR to generic Dexedrine. I got an ineffective brand of Adderall (yes, some brands are better than others). The positive effects were gone and the negative effects were enhanced. My blood pressure was great, around 102-117 systolic and 75-85 diastolic but my pulse was way too high 110-130. For the most part I loved Dexedrine, it worked very well and without the L-Amphetamine in Adderall my pulse rate was good 85-102. My only complaint was that the length of time it worked was inconsistent. Some days it would last 45 min other days it would last 2 hours. After speaking to my psych doc we decided to switch to Vyvanse instead of having to take 3 or 4 Dexedrine pills a day. Other than length of duration this is great."


"I was on Victoza for about a little over a year. I had lost 128lbs . it worked great for me.  I went off to see if I would gain it all back.  To be honest I didn't add exercise to my daily routine as I worked in construction at the time.( I am a female) . I didn't diet. I am not the best example to learn from.  My weight loss was strictly from the effects of Victoza curbing my appetite.  Anyway..after agonist 3years being off...I didn't gain any weight back until my mother was dying and I think I was stress eating.. I gained about 60lbs.  I'm getting ready to start Victoza again."


"November 2007, I woke up one day and said to my husband, I am calling the doctor because I want to quit smoking.  I was up to 3 packs a day.  He told me to do what I have to.  Called the doc tor and said "Help me quit smoking".  He told me to be in his office that afternoon.  He gave me a perscription for Chantix.  My husband took the script to the pharmacy to get it filled.  The pharmacist the script and she looked at it and said to him "Do you realize that this will cost you $180.00 for each month?  My husband said, "If this helps her to stop smoking, I will pay whatever I have to."  With Chantix it took me 2 1/2 months to quit.  I had no side effects whatsoever.  I am now 9 years free of smoking.  Thank you Chantix."


"After a severe injury in the workplace, I hit rock bottom, depressed, suicidal, hopeless, really sad.
I didn't understand what was going on, like someone else was at the wheel and I had to go along on this scary ride.
I needed help so went to a psychiatrist who diagnosed clinical Depression, this was a relief to hear and separated me from the weirdo driving!
Took 2 years of counseling and different medicines to find the right one, for me it is Pristiq. I have been on it for 8 years and now work full time. I think it takes a while for the user to live with an anti-depressant medication, I read and hear of many who want out after 2-4 years, but I found that just hanging in there is the way to go.
I see myself as complete now, no side effects."


"Zyrtec has been a wonder drug. all of my life i have sufferd from allergies. its effected every aspect of my life from relationships to pets and school. ANy one with allergies knows when you wake up in the morning and as soon as you walk out the door you start feeling like you have the flu. Ive been using Zyrtec for 6 months now and i feel wonderful!!! i can play in the yard with my kids and stay outside as long as i'd like to"


"A word of caution.  I've noticed how positive these reviews tend to be.  You should look-up the withdrawal effects when coming of this drug.  I've been on and off medication for the last 20 years. When I came of efexor 15 years ago I couldn't walk for three days.  But that was nothing compared to seroquel.  And it takes 90 days for the withdrawal effects to begin to wear off.  Seriously, before taking this drug you need to do some research.  I would STRONGLY advise you to find another drug."


"I was prescribed 875mg bid.. It gave me strong side effects: heart skipping, dizziness and weakness. I reduced it to once a day to see if it would reduce any side effect.  It did reduce some dizziness and weakness.. But my chest pain remains. I stopped taking it. I am going to see doctor to find out why my chest hurts."


"Was put on pristiq around 8 months ago for severe anxiety/panic attacks. I couldn't even drop my kids at school without a panic attack and we live a minute from the school, I didn't wanna do anything go anywhere it was affecting my kids, my marriage, everything. Now I have my life back I put off going to the doc for a year, I wish I hadn't. I can function again. I did have to up my dose after about a month to 100mg and I still have a day here or there that I can feel my anxiety bubbling under the surface but it's nothing like it was it's manageable."