"I have been taking Viibryd since 1/2012. At the time I was prescribed Viibryd I had been on every SSRI antidepressant available, none of which helped the depression. Viibryd has lifted the depression. The only side effect I have is that I no longer have any emotion, although in the last 6 months I have been able to find some things funny. I am now able to function."


"I was on loloestrin for two years and it was wonderful no side effects no periods until earlier this year I had severe mood issues. My doctor put me on Sprintec in April, it's been almost six months in the pill. Since taking it I suffered from extreme nausea and bleeding irregularly followed by cramps that didn't seem tied to my period. This pill did clear up my skin but unless you like throwing up on the regular, losing weight (loss of appetite), and feeling nauseas all the time don't bother with this one. I just saw my doctor to switch me off the sprintec. Worst experience ever with a birth control."


"I've used about 3 different brands of birth control and this one is by far the worst. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. I took a break from pills for a couple months and when I started back up, I started using Lutera. I've been using it for 4-5 months and I feel horrible. I CAN say that It does a great job at protecting from birth and my periods haven't been a problem at all, but I feel horrible. I don't feel like myself at all. I feel disconnected/groggy almost all the time. My libido is completely gone now. Mood swings. I've been so unlike myself for the past few months so I've decided to stop taking them."


"I've been taking this medication for 30 years after my thyroid removal and it is great.  I take a pill every morning and I feel good all day."


"I was prescribed flexeril 10 mg twice a day as needed after experiencing lower back pain resulting from epidurals (I did not take this while I was pregnant or nursing).  My discs would slip out of place and pinch the nerve(s) in my back causing me great pain.  I would get adjusted to get the bone alignment right, but the swelling and pain was still there.  Flexeril worked great for me.  It is great to take at night; it helps you sleep. But, I have also taken it during the day if the pain was bad enough.  I will drink a 5 hour energy or something equivalent to help me stay awake and function at work.  I definitely wouldn't take this if I were driving.  This medication in combination with an 800 mg Ibuprofen is wonderful."


"After I had my daughter, the doctors really pushed and recommended that I get the Nexplanon over a typical daily pill. Ever since I got it implanted, my periods have been extremely irregularly. At times, I would go 2-2 1/2 months without getting my period, but when it finally came, it lasted weeks. It's really a win-lose. Although you don't get your period as often, it sticks around longer. I have experienced no side effects until lately. After a year and a half of having it, I started getting pregnancy symptoms (nausea, bloating, headaches, back pain, etc.). And I worried that much more because since my period is so irregular, it makes no sense to try to track my periods so I didn't know if I was pregnant or not due to my lack of period."


"I was given this for my horrible migraine and for my insomnia. I was prescribe 20 ml every night and I must say is a life saver, I'm a full time student and I had a tumor removed from my spine and after that i wasn't able to sleep like before and my migraine went five level up, horrible, but this medicine is the best thing ever. The first week i tried it made me SOOOO hungry so i stopped it for like a month but my migraine was killing me i started it again no more side effects, I have energy for my day, it worked out great for me"


"I've had respiratory problems since birth (I am now 25 years old) and have always used Albuterol to control any flare-ups I've had. As I've gotten older, my allergies have gotten worse and so has my asthma. I was using Asmanex until I caught RSV and bronchitis. Even with Albuterol and Asmanex, my lung function dropped to 70%, and I ended up at the ER 3 times. Dulera has made the world of a difference - I'm no longer short of breath, coughing non-stop, or feel like I've got pressure on my chest. I feel like my quality of life is back to "normal". The only drawback is the cost-- my insurance won't cover it."


"Hello, I wanted to come here and give my insight and story. This has worked 2 times for me.Hopefully,it can calm or help how you or someone you know deal with the stress and anxiety that this brings!! The man I'm dating ejaculated in me and I believe it was right after ovulation. We immediately took action and I took plan b within the hr. The pill made me tired, mood swings,anxious, cramp,acne, discharge and bloat. The pharmacist said these are common symptoms. I cramped pretty bad, 5 days later I spotted then the 6th day I started my period! As long as you take it within the 3 day window you should be fine. Plan b is a true lifesaver! Thank you so much plan b,you have saved my life! Take a deep breath and try to be calm."


"This drug has changed my life! After being on it about 10 months, I don't have to worry about where I'll be if I have to go to the bathroom or if I will be driving (I drive a lot for work). I ALWAYS take it with food and I feel like that helps with any side effects a lot!"


"I take for sciatica, ruptured L4/5 disc, osteoarthritis in knees, hips and spine. Tramadol and Neurontin for pain and maintenance dose of 750mg. Methocarbamol 2X daily for spasm. The combination is excellent and helps restless leg syndrome and parenthesis too. I was able to reduce daily sleep medicine to usage 'as needed'. Side Effect: Exacerbates urge type of urinary incontinence, drowsiness."


"Had nexplanon put in a month ago been feeling very depressed and anxious. Easily irritated with my son. The fatigue makes me unable to care for my baby properly. I can't get up in the morning having to leave him crying. I'm going to have to have it taken out. Plus had weight gain in belly, and dryness and no sex drive."


"I was prescribed Inderal to help with Primary Ortostatic Tremors. I did not get any relief with this medication for that condition. However. I discovered that whenever I stop taking Inderal, I end up with a migraine headache. I take 20 mg at bedtime. It makes me sleepy and gives me nightmares which continue to this day. However, the side effects are tolerable and well worth putting up with to prevent getting migraines. I highly recommend this medication for preventing migraines."


"I took the strongest available dosage, so I felt the the effects right away. I only ever had one side effect, and that was insomnia. I would wake up every night at 2am and not sleep any longer. However this went away after 3-4 weeks. Cymbalta works well to eliminate depression, however you shouldn't drink while on it. The only other negative about this medicine is getting off it. Do not, under any circumstances stop taking it immediately. It swings you into an extreme depression. So if and when you stop, try cutting the pill in half for a while to lower the dosage and ease yourself off."


"Suffered from headaches for 4 months as I tried Topamax which did not work, and with horrible side effects.
Been on Neurontin for 10 days, 300 Mgs 3xday. Headaches are virtually GONE.  Kidneys functioning better now that I'm off of Topamax.  Increased appetite and slightly blurry vision are manageable side effects. My life is back. So far, the headache suffering is OVER. 4 months of hellish headaches ended in one week."


"Almost no side effects, easy to take and VERY effective."


"Have been taking Belviq for three weeks and I've lost six pounds!  This is awesome because I've been stuck at the same weight for about a year, never budging even a pound!  I suffered an ankle injury and the resulting ankle surgery and was unable to restart Spinning classes until recently. I can't wait to see what happens now that I am mobile again!"


"I am a 31 year old female at 200lbs I do not have diabetes, or any other health problems.  On the first day my stomach felt like it was on overdrive tensing up.  I actually managed to have some old period blood come out.  The second day I had a light headache, but nothing too serious.  My third day I had a salad with vinegar and oil.  (Your appetite is cut dramatically on this pill btw.  You will end up eating less than 1,000 calories a day.  ).Ended up getting the chills and migraine until I vomited my salad.  This pill works, lost 5lbs in 2 days. Do NOT eat oily or fatty food. You will get sick."


"I have been on Vistaril for about a year now and it has helped my anxiety greatly. Not to mention no side effects at all. It also helps greatly with itching and extreme tension. I am taking 200 mg per day in two divided doses.  I am very happy with this medication."


"Been taking 25mg zoloft for 2 weeks. Due to non stop over thinking, paranoia and constant checking up on suspected cheating partner. This drug has enabled me to think clearly again and be able to end an unhappy relationship that I could not end before. I don't react or panic at the thought of being on my own anymore. Its great to feel balanced and even keeled with my thoughts. No real side effects, although I am more motivated at home and don't seem to have a huge appetite so lost some weight. I like this drug, its given me some sanity again however I am worried about the symptoms returning if I stop taking it."


"Zero to a few side effects! Great alternative to Levoxyl if you have an upset stomach or nausea with any other thyroid medications."


"I've only been known diabetic type 2 for 6 months now.  I take Janumet, invokana. The only side effect I have is frequent urination and lots of gas and really lot sounds of digestion.  Anyone else?"


"I got the mirena coil inserted against my better judgment.   Had it for 2 years now for heavy frequent periods.  Although it mostly became lighter I still get  a period every 10 days which lasted 9 days.  Nightmare!  Every few months I get a very heavy bleed which lasts for 2 weeks with clotting.  Have asked my doctor to take it out but I kept getting told that it would settle down.  Last straw was when I started bleeding 3 weeks ago non stop.  Some days so heavy I can't leave the house.  I went to doctor and demanded it be taken out.  She tried and couldn't get it out.  She has referred me to a gynacologist which may take a while to get an appointment.  Meanwhile I keep bleeding heavily.  Would never recommend this product."


"I got the nexaplanon insert put in on May 30, 2015 after my boyfriend at the time sat me down and told me it was the best option because he did not trust me to take my birth control pill every night.
Fast forward to the doctors office, quick, easy, painless procedure however expensive.
Now I get a regular period every month that lasts about two weeks. I spot, I cramp, I PMS, and I get headaches or erratically and more than ever before.
However, I have severe clinical depression and general anxiety disorder and nexaplanon has greatly leveled out my mental issues. Anxiety attacks are now something I can easily work through and my depression has been almost non existent.
It's been 11 months now since I've had the implant & I've gained 13lbs"


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation and Deficiency

"Take with food and you may not have stomach upset."


"I have found sandostatin very helpfull in treating Diarrhea due to Crohn's Disease and short Bowel Syndrome"


"I suffer from pulmonary fibrosis and acquired haemophilia as well as RA..Rituximab  has almost completely knocked out RA and has assisted the other 2. I don't take methotrexate, but 10mg of prednisolene per day. Interestingly, I had sweating disorder pre infusions, but the drug seems to help alleviate. I started with 4 infusions a week apart, which became ineffective after 6 months (Factor 8 levels dropped and RA flared) and my latest dose was given over 2 infusions at a different hospital 6 months ago and hasn't yet become inneffective (am being primed for further infusions). I had absolutely no problems during or after infusions."


"Previously on Rozex which worked well for reducing flushing and worked a little for bumps but still had lots of bumps so GP prescribed Soolantra. By day five my skin was really revolting with lots of spots which I’ve not really had had & I was flushing terribly again. By about day 7 my skin began to clear and has continued to improve. My skin is much smoother and blackheads which have plagued me for years are almost totally gone and pores are defiantly much smaller. I’m on week three and am happy with progress so far BUT I am struggling to control the flushing again, which Rozex seemed to take control of. I’m going to give it a full three months and if I don’t see an improvement in flushing too I may ask my GP if I can use the Rozex too."


"At first I felt better, but it didn't last.  I still had that nasty taste at the back of my throat.  I've had a quick response to Augmentin, after one tablet and overnight the nasty taste is gone."


"I was put on Alesse 28, it's the first birth control I've been on and my overall experience has been good. When I first went on it I could barely keep my hands of my boyfriend but I blame it mostly on having a slight hormone imbalance. I also experienced an increase in breast size but I was told that it was a possible side effect. Then I missed a pill and even though I followed procedure it triggered my period. Then after that I kept spotting and was getting really frustrated. It would stop for a couple days then start up again for a couple days, then it magically stopped and I didn't have any problems after that. I found out later that you can have spotting within the first three months. Other then that I have less acne and lighter periods."


"I'm 42. Never pregnant.  Got my Skyla end of May. The insertion was crazy painful for me. I did not take any pain meds before hand though. For the next week I was in so much pain 800mg ibuprofen and a heating pad couldn't even touch it. I had to sleep sitting up on the couch, because it hurt too much to lie down. After about 2 mos I finally could no longer feel it in my body and could lay on my stomach. It's now November and I still have pelvic pain. I'm nauseous a lot too. I have PCOS and my dr confirmed I have a sizeable cyst on one of my ovaries now. My period stopped completely by mo 3, although it has always been extremely light. I don't think I will get it a 2nd time."


"Accutane gave me completely clear skin after 7 months of using it and 4 years of severe acne. Even though people say they got horrible scars from the zits they had during their treatment, I have very few and they're small enough that you can't see them unless your face is right next to mine. I got a dry scalp, lips, and skin, but it was never enough to prevent me from wearing contacts like some people warn. To help with dry lips, get Dr. Dan's Cortibalm. It's the best chapstick out there. I got minor to moderate pain in my knees too, but it wasn't anything I couldn't put up with. And that horrible breakout that they tell you you're going to have when you first start? Mine was barely noticeable."


"Initially helped with lethargy and apathy, never got over 150 mg or 3 months, began having electric shock like feelings, tingling.  Had to discontinue."


"I have been on Cymbalta for 2 months and it has really help my back pain.  I have had chronic back pain for 3 years due to a fall.   I have had my back MRI and I have no disks problems, so it is muscle pain.  Cymbalta has really helped.   It does still bother me some days but not as much as before.
In the beginning I had a lot of nausea with Cymbalta but that went away after about a week, I was determined to give it a chance.  With some of the side effects it is easy to give up, but it does get better.  Now I have no problems, maybe a little less of an appetite, but that might not be such a bad thing."


"Surprised at results so far. I travel and eat out often so I cannot prepare my meals very often. I have lost 15 lbs in 7 weeks which for me is unbelievable. I never felt better ever. I can't explain the burst of energy I feel. I know it doesn't affect metabolism and there is no increase in heart rate or blood pressure so that can't be it. With my hectic lifestyle, dieting has become so very easy. i have recommended this to my wife and friend!"


"After using tramadol, these had an immediate effect, arthritus, MND problems controlled, chronic pain daily can be quite bad, but this helps along with Nuroxen makes it manageable"


"This has Been The WORST birth control i have ever been on , It has darkened my skin , gave me the worst mood swings & lets not begin on irregular periods. Being on this seems more like a burden, stopping pregnancy is really not worth all the hell you go through on these pills."


"I take 0.25mg whenever I feel anxious with some propranolol to calm down my heart rate (sometimes feeling my heart beat fast can cause anxiety), and it usually does the trick. I'm switching to 0.5mg in hopes that I can just take one 0.5mg pill without the propranolol. Just so you know, the half-life of this medication is 18-50 hours, meaning you'll feel some of the effects for that long, which is really nice when you have a stressful few days."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"Awesome! Been on for 6 months now. Currently VL undetectable CD4 in normal ranges.  At diagnosis VL 100,000 CD4 400 and 21%.  First 2 weeks were tough for me, fatigue, nausea, out of body feelings, diarrhea.   Slowly all side effect resolved after about 8 weeks.  Now no side effects at all, all lab results normal. Kidney, Liver, Blood.  Life is truly back to normal except 1 extra pill with my  Vitamin each morning.  Don't delay start treatment as soon as you can!"


"My original post was 10/2/16-had great results immediately on 50mg daily. I am able to hold down a full time job that I love, which was impossible prior to Zoloft. Rarely have anxiety anymore, my relationship with my husband has improved, and the constant "internal storm" is gone. At 51, I finally feel HAPPY!!! Keep trying everyone!"


"This is a fantastic medication. It is far less sedating than Clonazepam, and it also doesn't cause the "loopiness" that Clonazepam does."


"This medication worked amazingly. I have a chronic pain condition called "Interstitial Cystitis", also called "Painful Bladder Syndrome", and I take a slow release opiate every 12 hours, and an immediate release opiate medication for breakthrough pain. This medication reduced breakthrough pain instances to around 5% from 40-50% of the time. Unfortunately, it is not FDA approved and my new insurance won't pay for it, which is a huge bummer.

One of the benefits was that since it was a suppository, it stayed local and I didn't feel drowsy from taking it. I really wish I could still get it. I made a 30 day -60 suppository prescription last by not taking it at night since I felt my night regimen was working fine and I was asleep."


"you will poo your pants within 1 hr of taking this product"


"This was the only pain medication that took the pain AWAY.  No side effects.  "


"I have OCD-induced anxiety and depression, for which I was taking the SSRI Luvox. Luvox caused me sexual dysfunction (difficulty reaching orgasm and delayed ejaculation), so my psychiatrist prescribed 5mg of buspirone to take 3 times a day. This medication works well to boost desire and makes the orgasms feel good. I have since stopped taking Luvox, and now rely solely on buspirone for my anxiety. This medication generally boosts my mood. That said, I am surprised by the number of people who are prescribed this medication "as needed." This is not a benzodiazepine, and in order to feel the anxiolytic effects, it is necessary to take buspirone 2-3 times a day for at least two weeks."


"I started Qysmia in October 2014 with the free two week starter pack lowest dosage and then moved to the next dosage level . It Immeadiately began to work. I did experience dry mouth, a very slight tingle in my fingers and confused thinking for the first month. Those side effects where all temporary and did pass. As for my appetite it has changed considerably. It is under control, I eat what I decide to eat! Im not hungry, not thinking about food & not overeating. I am 53, had not been excercising and have lost 14lbs in 2 1/2 months. However I am starting my excercise program today because I do want the full benefit of both the weight loss and to be in good physical health. My goal is to reach 127lbs by May of this year, good luck to all!!"


"My son's gastroenterologist prescribed Miralax for him stating that it would help with the discomfort caused by his extreme gasiness caused by his Aspergers syndrome, it however about a half hour after taking it caused him to have SEVERE gas pains and he "Tooted" about 60 times before his belly felt better."


"I've been on Orsythia since January. Ever since I've basically completely lost my sex drive. I'm never in the mood and I have terrible sleep and very irritable. I thought it was just me but reading the reviews and people saying basically the same things I'm having makes sense. The only good thing is that Ive barely had any cramps."


"Ok so I'm just tossing my 2 cents in. I had my liletta inserted 7 Days ago. I'll start with my best friends good luck text as I walked into the exam room "enjoy those 2 little contractions once it's in" (She is the only person I know who has had an IUD). On a scale of 1-10 this was a solid praying for my own death 15! (I have broken bones that have hurt less, not to mention 8 tats and a body piercing). I screamed out loud! And almost passed out twice once on the table and once on my way to the car. The cramping died down at day 5 it's random now, the bleeding is down to spotting.
But the BLOATING is insane.. I almost look pregnant. (5'10 175 lbs before insertion, I have not stepped on a scale since.) I fear it will not go away."


"This has been a miracle for me. I suffer from extreme OCD that had left me at times in a state of paralysis and constant fear. This medicine gave me back my life. It will not get rid of all of the OCD for you, but it will make it 90 percent manageable. The Dr who gave it to me was old school. None of the SSRIs worked for me. They were like sugar tablets. This one does. Highly recommend you speak to your physician about it as an option."


"I was put on Ability to help with Major Depression/Clinical depression, and anxiety. The side effects were life changing. Just horrible. I was put on it at 15. I had hallucinations, pass out spells, times of absolute carelessness, and increased suicidal thoughts. I also became very hateful and paranoid. I developed unexplained muscle twitches, so my doctor finally took me off of it. I also had constant migraines and increased irritability I was just a mess on this medication! I still have the muscle twitches, and it's been 5 years since I had Abilify."


"I take this for Irritable Bowel Syndrome control and it works very well. In most cases 2 x 2mg capsules does the job, however sometimes a further one or two are needed for more severe cases."


"Keflex is the greatest , I have been using it  for 50yrs, until recently some people have polluted doctors minds that antibiotic use can be bad I,ve used it for 50 years it has saved my life more than once,recently my doc of 50 yrs retired,and I had to get another doc,its one of those that go by the stupid books,most are garabge,now I cannot get this medicine no more,so I have been sick now for 3months thanks to these idiots that don't have a clue what they are talking about."


"I just started pack 3 of Sprintec last night and love it. I started taking this pill due to me already having 2 kids and I don't want any more any time soon. I haven't had any side effects but being nauseous on the first and I'm losing weight, sometimes I feel myself being a little nauseous at times but nothing major and periods are regular as normal. I would highly recommend this birth control."


"Secondary Amenorrhea - I was put on this medication because I lost my period due to intense athletic training.  It brought back my period and I did not experience any strange side effects.  I was worried about weight gain but I believe that pill had no effect on my weight.  In the time that I was taking it I actually became more lean (but this may have been due to my training).  I also noticed a more stable mood and a better control of my blood sugar levels.  In addition, my doctor has told me that studies show that athletes with amenorrhea who go on the pill have a reduced risk for low bone density later in life (although the ideal situation is to get your period back naturally).  Overall I was satisfied with this medication."


"I am fairly new to this medication. I am only using it for a week  The first pill I took late afternoon until I realized I should be taking it in the morning.  However the first pill worked like a charm and the ones I took in the morning have had little to no effect."


"I found ever since I've been on tegretol my seizures have stopped"


"No relapses. Extreme hair loss.  Annoying flushing side effect BUT it working."


"Bf and I had sex May 7th, the last day of my period. We were safe yet the condom broke but he noticed before anything happened, but we went the next morning to be extra safe and to calm my nerves since I'm not on BC. Had a mini period a week later as suspected but then waited a MONTH+ for my real period. It just came today, June 23. I didn't take any pregnancy tests because I knew I was fine given we had sex way before my ovulation. The moral is don't stress over timing because this is a powerful drug that really offsets your hormones and regular cycle. It came, but it is the most painful period I've ever had and mine are normally light to mild. So just be aware, but over all, I think this is a good measure to take for when accidents happen"


"I'm fifteen and my doctor prescribed this for me because I have no health insurance and am unable to afford to take the proper tests to figure out the thing that is wrong with me. So far it's been okay. I'm on my second month and I have experienced spotting in the first month but I was also on antibiotics so I don't know if it's from that or not. Overall I really like this pill, it made me start my period on time and although I had painful cramping it only lasted for 4 days and was a lot lighter then usual. I'm not using this as a birth control so I can't say if it's a good contraceptive."


"I started Harvoni on 2/23/15. I'm on my 6th week. The side effects are headaches, brain fog, body ache, tiredness. My  first lab results I received on 4/1/15 my doctor read the report to me and it showed no detection of
Hep C. I was so excited I hugged my doctor. I had Hep C for 30 years. I've tried other treatments and they failed.When I started Harvoni on 2/23/15 my HepC levels were over ten million. I have 6 more weeks left to go with treatment. I'm getting through this by pushing myself and being active, it's very hard but you have to push. That's how I'm overcoming the side effects. Thank You Gilead, for making this drug possible and effective for a cure for Hep C."


"Instead of helping my headaches, cymbalta made them worse. With each dose increase, the severity of the pain increased, and so did my weight. In the year that I was on cymbalta, I gained sixty pounds. When I passed my pregnancy weight at nine months, I had finally had enough and took myself off. Never again!"


"I have been using Benadryl for the past 4 years and I never leave home without it. I have sneezing fits both indoors and outdoors and Benardryl is the only allergy pill that works for me.  It works fast and stops my runny nose immediately. Although I do feel sleepy (most of the time), I can't be without it. "


"Love Alprazolam.  No more sleepless nights, no more anxiety right before bed.  Keeps my anxiety attacks minimal to non existant during day to day drama."


"UPDATE: 9/09/2014....It's been 8 weeks since I started Qsymia July 13, 2014, I've lost 13 pounds.   I started at 241 and now weigh 228!  I honestly have to say I have never weighed past 230 since I had my third son who's 13 years old!  I'm happy to say the scale does not go up as it would when I've tried everything else!  I love Qsymia and hope I can convince my Dr. to continue to prescribe this pill till I reach my goal weight!  I am so happy!  I will scream when I get to 225 or 220!  My goal weight is 175.  Just in time for the holidays!!  I feel great and lighter!  Drinking plenty of water, coconut water and walking!  Will continue to keep you all posted."


"So far this medication works , some days I feel cured; other days are not so good. No bad side effects only insomnia , Now  I take it in the morning 25 mg.,other than that I do not have complaints."


"It works!!! Same ingredient as plan b, better price. No side effects experienced."


"I believe it work and control my fluid, and keep swelling  around ankle .I do have leg pain."


"Although only taking it for 3 months now -- I basically feel a lot better and the sugars are at a moderate level to lower. I do not feel as hungry as I usually do. There has been some problems with constipation, though not bad."


"I take Percocet for moderate pain, because I had liver transplant. Only problem is there may be minor danger to other organs, but with a proper dosage I will be just fine ."


"Been on 240mg once a day for about 4 years had good results. They changed from a solid to a time released capsule. Results are not good now. Not sure why. May have to change meds"


"Totally awesome. I was diagnosed over 25 yrs ago with Crohns. I take 1000mg 3 times a day of Pentasa and 50mgs of mercaptopurine once a day and I have only had 2 flare ups. With proper diet exercise and medications taken as directed daily on a regular schedule remission and normal life is possible."


"I did a google search for being on Cipro and Flagyl for diverticulitis for a few days because I was thinking there has to be a reason why these meds make me feel so bad and there has to be someone else who has shared this same Horrible experience! And then I read all of your reviews and as awful as these meds are they do actually help to make the pain go away and it's nice to know I'm not suffering alone! :)"


"I had been taking Junel Fe for three months until I was switched to Microgestion 1/20 without notice. The first week was fine, my sex drive was normal and did not feel depressed. However, once I started the second week I felt extremely depressed and not motivated at all. My breast size has increased which I am not happy about. I haven't noticed much weight gain but the depression is enough to make me call my gyno and switch back to Junel."


"After fruits and veggies, strong coffee, flax, big meals (those usually facilitate things quickly), glycerin suppositories, bisacodyl sodium suppositories, I was convinced that magnesium citrate would not have a major effect on me. I downed the whole bottle and patiently waited for about 5-6 hours. And then the fireworks began. Some people are lucky to be relieved from the first round. I've been running back and forth to the bathroom for about 12 hours now.  This 98 cent bottle from Walmart has cleaned me out better than anything else I've tried. Read these following words slowly: you. Are. Not. Immune. To magnesium citrate. It doesn't matter who you are or how constipated you are. It WILL work."


"I had been suffering from severe back pain for a couple of years due to spinal stenosis and get flare ups a couple times a year. After numerous failed physical therapy treatments I was finally given a Toradol shot. Within 30 minutes my pain was relieved. Love this shot! Can't believe I was not offered this medication 3 years ago. The only side effects I had was minor stomach discomfort."


"I was previously on Adderall XR before going on Vyvanse. My reason for switching was because I suffer from BED as well, which this drug is basically a miracle drug for. As far as how this drug functions as an ADHD med, I do not think it is as effective as Adderall but it does last for a really long time, which has its pro's and con's. If you take it too late, you will have a hard time sleeping and if you want to go to happy hour or grab a drink that day, because this drug takes anywhere from 9-11 hours to leave your system, you won't be able to feel the effects of alcohol or the effects of the alcohol will all kick in at once Vyvanse leaves your system (be warned). But if you want to get a lot done during the day, its good."


"Side effects for the first five weeks were unpleasant for me. I would get extremely tired and irritable and it upset my stomach.  Then I started to feel great after about 8 weeks at 20mg and I was always extremely happy. Then at around 10 weeks I leveled off and just felt normal. My moods were blah and still are. But I must say I have come a long way and it is working. Would like to come off of it just to remind myself that I need to be on it."


"Changed to Effexor XR 75mg about 2 months ago from Celexa 20mg.  Having some dizziness and tiredness, maybe not feeling quite myself, so experimentation with the dosage is probably in order.  Otherwise no problems.  Serious diarrhea side effect from Celexa stopped immediately upon changing treatment.  But I am disturbed by some of the comments on this site about withdrawal from this medication. I have had no problem drinking in moderation while on this drug."


"He was doing so well on this treatment. But then he had a sudden cardiac arrest. It took 16 hours to get his heart to stabilize. He was shocked more than 20 times. He remains in the hospital three weeks later. His heart, brain, lungs are damaged. He cannot walk. He is a father of 2 teens and had just celebrated his 47th birthday."


"At theage  of 53, I have been suffering from depression for about 10 years now and have tried most of the common antidepressants. The only one to help for a while was Venlafaxine. Have been on Brintellix for a year now, but only because my doctor doesn't know what else to try. No noticeable effect on my depression; restlessness and sleeping problems as side-effects if taking the full dose of 20 mgs. No effect on thinking and concentration either. I am rather disappointed."


"I have been on this medication for over 6 years now, 150 dose although it does help quite a bit if you're forgetful like me and miss a dose you're going to be in a world full of trouble even one day will make you feel sick although I still get panic attacks now and then. I find it does really help."


"I have taken Savella for 5 weeks, 50 mg bid.  It definitely has helped decrease the pain and helped me be able to live again.  The first few days on it I experienced some agitation, but after that it was good.  The only negative that I have noticed is that I have gained 2.5 pounds every week since I have been on it and have had no changes in appetite which is very discouraging."


"Omg I've been taking it for less than a month and had enough of it already. I turned me into a monster! I'm yelling at people, crying all the time, kicked out one of my clients from my office during our meeting, I've been having suicidal thoughts and been super depressed. Also I have an uncontrollable appetite, I've been stuffing myself with white bread for days. I don't eat white bread! I'm not supposed to! But I just wake up in the morning and have these insane cravings for croissants. Yesterday I had 4 of them. Surprisingly I haven't gained any weight but my skin is breaking out due to my gluten and dairy allergies.
It's been a nightmare and I don't know what to do because I've tried all kinds of BC and my body rejects everything."


"My first experience with this drug absolutely  horrible! Dr.prescribed me Cymbalta for  mild  depression and sleeping disorders. So,In first day I start feeling a little chills, then hot flashes..back  and forth...Woman  my age 52 I thought it's just  menopause..  But really heavy one, .. then something happened to my brain, everything ..my thinking, my reaction, even my speech became really slow,...I hardly drove back home from work, feels like I was drunk. But it got worse, I get more  anxious and depressed  and I haven't slept the whole night. On the second day when I went to work... my  workers thought, I'm coming down with a cold,because I was looking absolutely sick..then my face and neck turned red, then I knew ...it's side effect"


"I only lasted 6 weeks on the nuvaring. I experienced several side effects. Vaginal discomfort, headaches, ache, depression, fatigue, mild nausea, complete loss of sex drive, and a weird sense of feeling unbalanced, but not quite dizzy. I also experienced an uncommon side effect where my cervix became so swollen I thought my uterus was prolapsing. After 3 weeks I started spotting. I switched it out at 4 weeks for a new ring and had breakthrough bleeding. I finally decided to just take it out because my swollen cervix was really freaking me out and I'm now on day 20 of a messed up period. I passed a large amount of tissue a couple days ago and had a ruptured cyst this morning. Neither of those have ever happened to me before."


"I'm going on two years now with almost no pain. I see stairs and try to figure out where the elvators were, curbs were also a challenge. I never experienced pain during injections and noticed immediate relief even walking back to my car. By the 3rd injection, I was thrilled ! So happy with this."


"I thought Zyrtec (cetirizine) was great at first because it worked so well on my allergies. I have gained 15 pounds over 1-1/2 years. I didn't think it was related to Zyrtec, but recently figured out that it is. I am an extremely healthy eater (no processed foods or white flours/sugars), a runner and triathlete without weight issues before Zyrtec. I attributed the weight gain to age, hormones and finally my thyroid. Blood tests ruled out the hormone and thyroid issues. I only take HRT & Zyrtec. I stopped Zyrtec 3 days ago and have lost 2 pounds without any changes in diet. I am willing to suffer with allergy symptoms if I can lose this weight."


"F...ing great.   It is great not to smoke. I have been smoking for 40 years and now I no longer need to  I'm so happy to be free from it"


"Prozac feels like poison being put in your body"


"Loved Tegretol, kept my moods stable, worked well, felt calm and happy and in control for the first time in years,
Until a Dr decided it was ok to mix this with antibiotics along with the pill, and sinus medication, I suffered from TENS, after being told 3 times it couldn't be that I was so suck ended up in hospital for 2 months.
Now I remain untreated due to fear, however, what works or some doesn't work for others.
This worked for me until my body decided I was allergic to it and everything else.
Please be mindful of what you take any medication with!"


"Alprazolam has allowed me to regain my social life. I was imprisoned in my own home by anxiety attacks, not able to spontaneously go out for a meal, a movie, etc. Now I can go out and not worry about having an anxiety attack. It has literally changed my life, and I am very thankful for it."


"I've had Mirena for 3 years now and love it. It is so convenient that the minimal side effects (mainly some acne) don't bother me at all. Still have light periods every month or two, but they are very light and all if my previous cramping is gone."


"I have used Metamusil and a variety of such aids in the past to help my irritable bowel and related issues of constipation and hemorrhoids. None of these compares to the efficacy of Konsyl.  It isn't carried everywhere, and it can be pricey, but it is available online and it is far superior to any other product of its kind that I have used."


"I have diabetes and have had severe constipation for over a year. Went to the doctor and had a few tests done. My doctor put me on Linzess and it has saved my life. I am still sick but without Linzess I would be much sicker than I am now. If you have any problem with constipation talk to your doctor about Linzess it works."


"I would rate this medication a 4. It did clear my acne for about 9 years- I took it while I was in high school. I am a petite, small female and may have been perscribed too high a dose. I experienced thoughts of suicide (extremely out of character), depression, VERY dry skin, aggrivated acne and scarring that was much worse than I ever had. This medication should be prescribed VERY carefully and should be a LAST resort. Patients s/b monitored closely while on this."


"It took a while, but Zoloft has been a total lifesaver for me. I had severe OCD/anxiety and later on depression as well. Anyone who's ever had crippling anxiety knows what mental torture it is. I was so afraid to try Zoloft but finally gave in when I felt like I had nothing to lose. I was on 50mg and the first few days I only felt a little dizzy but nothing else. On day 11, I first noticed some kind of shift. I remember looking at a tree and for the first time in years feeling joy, like I felt as a kid, and just enjoying its beauty vs fearing getting killed by a falling branch. About 6 weeks in I felt less tense overall but still felt it could be better. Started 100mg and my anxiety is gone. I feel normal again! Please give this a try!"


"I switched from Microgestin to Generess Fe last month.  I no longer have extreme mood swings, no more painful cramps, and I can't believe it! The only side effect for me is weight gain, which is actually a good thing for me because I'm very active."


"I've been having migraines since I was a little girl. I've been on all sorts of migraine meds over the years.  Imitrex, triptan, neurotoxin,  and even Xanax because they thought it is being caused by anxiety.   About 2 years ago I was in my classroom and had a wicked migraine.  A sub told me about fioricet. I asked my doctor,  mind you I was being seen by my doctor for this problem. When I arrived at the doctors that day.  I couldn't even open my eyes. She prescribed it to me before I went over for another CT scan of my head.  It worked so fast and I got relief before I left from my CT scan. It was a miracle.  Nothing worked liked fioricet. But I've had other types of migraines,  other then ones coming from my neck, it didn't work the same."


"I've been on Brintellix for four days now after switching from Cymbalta and I am completely regretting it. I felt great for the first day but now feel as bad as I did when I first sought treatment. I'm dizzy and nauseous, I've had trouble falling asleep, I'm constantly hungry, I itch everywhere, and I feel like I'm always about to start crying. I've had suicidal thoughts of a severity and frequency I haven't had since before I went on Cymbalta. I very nearly contacted a crisis help center last night, I felt so bad -- and I don't even really know what triggered it. I'll discuss it with my therapist tomorrow but I really want to stop taking it; I'm actually nervous about trying to hold out for a month before I see my psychiatrist again."


"I used to honestly be completely against  pharmaceuticals in every sense, until I developed panic disorder. I have intrusive thoughts, and experience hypochondria and dissociation literally for hours on end or off and on throughout the entire day. It's nearly impossible to even live a normal life feeling this way. After talking a .5 mg xanax, within 10 minutes, all of those negative feelings start to dissipate. It has truly been a miracle drug for me and has changed my life for the better."


"51 yr old female. HCV   since 1985 when it was called Non a Non b Hepatitis. Have done three other tx's in 12 yrs, interferon and riba then peg interferon and riba. Anaphylaxis to pegylated. Stage 2 fibrosis pushed to cirrhosis. Ten yrs later got a place on Abbvie trial, 2015. Lasted 3 weeks until hospitalized with liver failure. Since then FDA have slapped drug protocol for these meds with a caveat that no one with decomp cirrhosis, Child Pugh score more than A should ever be treated with those meds. Harvoni has had its bad luck cases but nothing like what happened to decomp patients on the Abbvie protocol. Began Harvoni three days ago with justified trepidation. No sides at all first two days, very slight nausea and chills today."


"One of the worst experiences I've ever had. I'm 38 and have never had skin issues. Well, now my skin is worse than my 14 year old daughters skin. Within a week of going on this pill, the left side of my face developed cystic acne. A full month in and it was all over my face. I attempted to stick with it to see if I would adjust, but it has gotten worse. Today is Wednesday and I quit taking the pill on Saturday; I'm hoping to see an improvement soon. I'm not sure if it was the pill or my skin, but I'm also pretty depressed and have lots of anxiety. I'd really rather have another baby than deal with the results of this pill."


"Took for the twelve weeks and was cleared of virus that I have had for almost 20 years. My viral load was in the 2 million range and no side effects at all. It has been 4 months now and still clear. My Doctor chose this treatment over others because I was treated in the early years with the interferon/ ribarvarin, and  it did not work for me."


"I was put on this birth control when I had to go to an army hospital and they didn't have the one I was already taking (Minastrin 24, which was great)! The doctor said Syronx was the same as Minastrin 24, which was a lie. The first month of the syronx was okay, just a little more moody than usual and I thought I can handle that. The end of the second month was HORRIBLE. My acne was the worst it has ever been. I got acne here and there, mostly around the time of my period. This was something else, they were inflamed, painful hormonal acne all on my jawline and neck. My moodiness increased so much to the point my husband and I were arguing about the littlest things and he didn't even want to talk to me anymore and I kept bawling my eyes out."


"45 year old, Healthcare Professional, Low Testosterone for about 3 years and have tried injections and Androgel with limited success. Started Testim in May and my numbers have actually been so high that I had to cut down dose or dose every other day.  Huge muscle mass gain and weight loss, > 35lbs in 3 months with diet and exercise, (I'm sure the Testim helped), no after work naps anymore.  Be sure to check T and E2 levels regularly but this is the THE best topical testosterone you can get as far as absorption. Smell is a complete non-issue and most who even smell it, love it.  A bit sticky but easily, easily manageable. First T levels were 1100 with a free T of 250, (both too high)."


"A 1-pack smoker for 50 years. Legal professional (not an atty). Lung cancer operation coming up on 7/8/15. Pretty healthy otherwise - Stage 1A or 2A. Nicotrol prescribed by my Providence primary. Both my Providence pulmonologist and 30-year cardiocthoracic surgeon are fine with my taking Nicotrol even going into a lung operation where the lower half of my right lung will be removed in robotic surgery as nicotine itself is not a carcinogen. Upon my diagnosis I stopped inhaling cigarettes and switched to only 1, yes 1, Nicotrol cartridge per day. More and I would be dizzy, etc. No crankiness or cravings, not even right after a meal. Nicotine intake can be controlled with this product. Highly recommend."


"ONLY thing that works after I've had a migraine for a while and when Tylenol Migraine or Imitrex don't work. Love it because it doesn't make me feel loopy or drowsy. Can take it and still work and most of all because it works."


"I have a very stubborn sinus infection. I have had 2 rounds of a z-pac, biaxin xl, Augmentin, and no success whatsoever. I'm currently on day 3 of Bactrim DS, and I'm also taking a probiotic, as well as a b complex vitamin with vit. c. in this short time, I am feeling so much better. No side effects at all, not one complaint. I am so happy to be on this, it's actually working for me!!!"


"I've found DEMEROL given through IM and IV, to be one of the MOST effective narcotic "PAIN RELIEVERS" given to me after a very traumatic accident and a broken neck"


"Yea! Lets put Antifree in our body! Doctor want me to take it. Look up the inactive crap your putting in your body What are the ingredients in Victoza? Propylene glycol! Phenol (paint stripper) No thanks. Its all money and killing us!

Active Ingredient: liraglutide

Inactive Ingredients: disodium phosphate dihydrate, propylene glycol, phenol and water for injection"


"7.5 mg dosage has done nothing for me.  I think I should be trying the max dose of 15mg as I had taken the max dose 4mg of Detrol LA"


"I was prescribed this medicine because of heavy bleeding due to uterine fibroids. I HATE it! It made me feel crap!! I wanted to sleep all day (though I couldn't of course) made me weak and achy. It does slow down the bleeding but it wasn't worth it with the awful side effects."


"Caused high heart rate, chest pains and weight gain."


"I have been taking this medicine for 2 weeks now and I feel much better.  I was extremely depressed and unmotivated.  I tried taking Lexapro and the sexual side effects were severe and the benefits were not worth the trade off so I stopped taking it.  My psychologist recommended Wellbutrin as an alternative and I am SO glad that I tried it.  I am more focused in school, exercising, and have an overall more positive attitude.  The only problem that I have experienced is that I have a very hard time falling asleep and staying asleep at night.  It is VERY annoying, but worth it to me. No sexual side effects and no weight gain."


"Evekeo has been great for the first Time I am doing a lot better in my school and I understand it better. When it comes off its smooth and I don't stay up all night . I use the discount for my prescription and my insurance card and it is not that expensive. But without all of that it definitely will be"


"I am so grateful to have a very good chance to clear this disease. If I had known all the side effects, physical and mental, I would have made a better plan of action. You will read basically no side effects from Harvoni. NOT TRUE. Before you commit to 8-24 weeks you must read the hepmag.com support group's post. I wish I had."


"I had been on Haldol before which I am allergic to and it caused wasting away disease.  Invega was my last option and it helped fix what Haldol seemed to have ruined and took away a lot of the scary stuff I was dealing with like seeing people in my room.  The only thing is I am still hearing voices but they are mostly nice.  I am on 234mg a month."


"I've taken this medication for a month and I can say it has changed my life:  more energy, more sex drive and losing weight.  Only drawback was I get migraine headaches when I don't drink enough water.  Drink lots of water with this medication."


"In September 2004 I had been an alcoholic for at least 30 years and been attempting to control my drinking for 10.

I was forced by my partner into taking Campral, I was sure it wouldn't work, that it was a waste of money, but after 5 weeks when I was being asked what I would like to drink I suddenly realized that alcohol no longer held any attraction for me that was 9 years ago today and I have never drunk, or even been tempted to drink since then.

There is an open bottle of wine in the door of our fridge, there is plenty of other drink in the house, I see it, but am never tempted to drink, the strangest effect is that when I sitting with people who are drinking, I am not envious, I don't want to join them, I don't feel left out."


"Savella has helped with my muscle pain, frequency of migraine headaches, brain fog and energy.  I haven't really had any major side effects.  This medicine has helped me more than anything I've been prescribed so far....and that is a pretty long list!"


"I just finished 10 day. It was really hard. Tested positive for h.pylori after endoscopy, as well as, gastritis. No ulcers. Pylera really wrecked my stomach. Side effects for me: Metallic taste, nausea, dizziness, acid reflux, lack of appetite, excessive burping, sour stomach, gnawing gut, dark green stools. Recommend asking doctor for anti-nausea meds which helped a bit. Did not eat dairy, took probiotics everyday. Force feed yourself plain meals to help with meds. Also took omeprazole twice a day. Hope it gets better - so far I feel awful!"


"After having poor results with several antidepressants, I started Viibryd. I only need 5-10 mg to feel a profound result. I eat really clean and exercise every day, so that may be part of why I need less. My doctor actually became emotional when he said he thought this was the right drug. I was suicidal and getting up in the morning was a monumental task. I couldn't focus on my family and social anxiety was high. I prayed that my body could adjust and it has. When I occasionally up my dose I have severe diarrhea but I just take an OTC to treat it. Insomnia was a problem at first but no longer is. I don't feel totally like myself, a little drugged, and my short term memory is very challenged. But it's worth it. I can function fully now."


"If you are addicted to narcotic pain killers I would definitely recommend this drug to you."


"I've been taking lisinopril 5 mg once daily since April of this year   In July my endocrinologist increased me to 5 mg twice daily.   In October I started getting headaches    At first I thought it was just seasonal allergies and sinus problems    The headaches have gotten horrible I can barely stand them and sometimes they make me dizzy   I haven't really noticed a big difference in my blood pressure either  so today   I'm contacting my endocrinologist today to see if she can make a recommendation for something else     I didn't realize that headaches were a side effect of this medication until I logged on to find out if it was possible it could be the lisinopril    I have never experienced headaches like this"


"This medicine saved me life! After just 3 weeks of use I started noticing a major difference. I did experience really bad side effects at first such a nausea, insomnia and loss of appetite. But after 4 days, these side effects started to subside and after the first week they were completely gone. I can't even remember the last time I felt this good! I would recommend it to everyone."


"I promised myself I'd come back to this site and share my experience since it has helped me so much. About four months ago I had my first panic attack, a week after a very serious surgery, my doctor suggested it was from the anesthesia. Went two weeks without another one, then boom, full blown panic disorder. I thought I was losing my mind, I had to drop out of school and take off work. Went to see a psych who gave me Zoloft, started on 25mg (2weeks) then 50mg where I'm at now. I've been at the full dose for 2 months now and I finally feel "that switch" that people talk about go off. The side effects? HORRIBLE. If I didn't need to stick with it I wouldn't have. Headaches, insomnia, palpitations, excessive yawning. They go away."


"Adderall has made me successful at work.  It allows me to dominate. I am the hardest worker. I only want to work and get ahead, but not socialize."


"I love the fact that I only get my period a few times a year. I was on the name brand version of Jolessa, Seasonique, for 6 months and when I would get my period, I would have terrible cramps...even when I wouldn't get bad cramps before being on birth control. I would spot a month before i was supposed to get my period. My twin sister started taking Jolessa and told me to try it. I love it. I rarely spot, and if I do it's a few days before im scheduled to get my period. I highly reccomend it."


"I have been on and off Cymbalta for about 3 years. Just today after visiting with my Doctor and with my husbands honest feedback (he was there with me), I realized that I have to go back on it. So I'm going off Wellbutrin, which had worked great in the past. Cymbalta really is the best anti-depressent that I have tried, and I have tried a lot.  The only reasons I ever went off it in the past was the bloated feeling I felt and weight gain.  So I am committing to eating better (watch calorie intake and get off the carbs) and excercising.  Going to go buy a treadmill tomorrow. Keeping my fingers crossed that I'm able to stay on it for good this time."


"I completed the series of 3 Orthovisc injections Aug. 15 and sadly not noticing much improvement.  I read from one comment that relief wasn't noticed till about a month so I am hoping like crazy that it will work.  After the first injection it seemed like there might be hope for my knees and I gave a 10-15% improvement but nothing after the first go round.  Had a good Dr. that used an ultrasound so the needle wasn't too bad.  More pressure then pain but I am disappointed with the results so far."


"I had terrible periods with excruciating pain and HEAVY bleeding. No birth control pill worked. I was depressed every other two weeks. It was a nightmare. I thought maybe I had endo, but a friend suggested Natazia. She had been taking it for a year and her symptoms went away. I asked for it, and my life changed. I tell people that Natazia healed me - no period symptoms, no mood swings, no migraines, no pain! The fact that it's not one does of hormones for one month makes so much sense - why did it take so long for them to develop this! It has different levels of hormones for each part of your cycle, giving you what you need or don't need! Dont give up if you don't see changes immediately- give it at least 3 mos!"


"I have been on Implanon for nearly two and a half years now.  I had been on the Depo before that for about five years.  My biggest concern was not getting my period because that was the whole reason I was originally put on birth control.  I essentially cannot function when I get my period and with the Implanon I have not gotten it once.  I gained a lot of weight on the Depo, but once on Implanon I lost 20lbs. Although I was exercising regularly as well.  The only negative side effect I've experienced is a lowered sex drive.  Other than that I love this birth control.  I think people just need to realize that different bodies respond differently to medications."


"I suffer from obsessive compulsive personality disorder.   It makes me not want to be around other people so I stay in all the time, which leads to extreme lethargy.  I just lay in bed all day and spiral downward until I have no energy to do anything at all.   Fastin gives me the energy psychologically as well as physically to get out of bed and start doing things.  It does cause some side effects, but these are to be expected with something that works so powerfully.  Only this or Zoloft have helped me to lead a productive life.   With doctors for zoloft, I have to make appointments, pay for insurance, a doctor visit,  the prescription, and wait in line at the pharmacy, none of which I can do after I run out of medication.  Thank you Fastin"


"Strattera has proved to be quite beneficial for my cognitive performance. It has increased my memory, attention and organization of thinking. The side effects I've had have been nausea and trouble sleeping but as I keep taking it in sure it will subside more. I currently take 40 mg and working up to 80 mg."


"Had active life style was able to do 40-50 min tread mill workout (Run/Walk) and was able to participate in outdoor soccer. Lost gf, grandmother died , horrible boss in new job in 3 month  = 189/125 diagnosed accidentally

First 20mg (85% effective) , then 40 mg worked

Blood pressure: Normal , weight gain 30 pound added

Other impacts
Cramps while playing soccer. Enhanced sensation of muscle fatigue (post hitting ball) or muscle in body. Next day feel effects.

Stopped running / bike- ride rowing ok

Flaky Rash on elbows dime size /now double (Use moisturizer / Nivea aftershave on it works).
Weight gain depression
3 hours after taking Meds, lazy
Potassium sports drink helped muscle recovery feel good (Doctor say don't take potassium"


"I used capsaicin for relief of neck pain (eventually resolved by surgery) & now for very painful arthritic knees.

It was very effective for the neck pain AFTER i slowly built up to effective dose.  Currently trying to reach therapeutic level for knees -- slow going due to hot weather & sweating.

Capsaicin can cause very bad burning pain if it gets wet during bathing or sweating before one has built tolerance.  In fact, i swore off it twice due to agonizing burning before learning to manage the early months of use much more carefully & start low & slow (as I'm doing now with knees).  However it's a great pain treatment once you learn to use it carefully & build tolerance.  Wash hands twice or use gloves to avoid possible eye contact!"


"I have been taking this pill for almost a week now and I am experiencing very bad headaches, stomach aches, drowsiness, moody, and depression. I have tried the bc shot, and about 4 other different kind of pills. Birthcontrol pills make me ill to say the least, but I will keep taking microgestin for a month to see if it will magically not make me feel sick. So far not so good. My family already think I should quit taking it because I'm feeling sick and they don't want to see me go through that again. I'm 18 just graduated from hs in June and for prom and grad night at Disneyland I was completely sick from the pills stomach hurt BAD. So I'm hoping my body adjusts well to these new pills  praying . Everyone has different side effects."


"Being on this medicine for the first 5 days was hard, felt sicker then ever with symptoms of mild diarrhea, some hives, worst nausea, fatigue. This started to improve day 6. After being on it for a week am almost back to normal. Felt like the drugs had to work on the H.Pylori, then the body had to work on getting the drug out of the body."


"I started on this medication just 3 days ago at 2 mg. In conjunction with celexa  40 mg and 90 mg cymbalta. I have noticed some mild nausea but nothing else yet. To the 12 yr old girl, my doctor and pharmacy said this medication abilify should not be taken by anyone under 18 years."


"I started on the treatment 10 days ago! I have had Hep C for 27 years! Slight nausea first few days! Last 2 days feel absolutely amazing! Heaps of energy and no brain fog hallelujah! Am so excited! What a wonderful drug for a hideous virus!!THANKU!!"


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"One month with this pill, since I started it. I have a lot of mouth dryness, nausea. I prefer taking this pill before going to bed that way I don't feel anything else, but it bothers me completely to have dry mouth the whole day. Hopefully gets better."


"I was suffering really bad with my sinuses over the weekend and could find any relief. The doctor told me in the past to take Claritin, but it has never helped. I was at work this morning and my co worker told me about Zyrtec.  Actually she had one for me to try and within 30 minutes, I could feel the pressure letting up in my
sinus areas and what a surprise, I could breathe so much better, no sneezing, dripping, coughing, horrible pressure in my sinuses.
I was astonished that this little pill could work so effectively. I have to say that I feel like a totally different person today, thanks to Zyrtec. If you haven't ever tried it, be sure to, it is the best of the best. I love you ZYRTEC!"


"I had this implanted so that I never had to think about taking a birth control at a certain time and everything like that, so in that respect it is great. However my periods have become virtually untrackable. At first I had no period for like three months and then all of the sudden I had light ones for a couple of days, within a week of each other. This happens all the time, either I have a period or I don't; either its super heavy, and I feel awful between bloating, headaches, body aches for a couple of days; or I have a very light and spotty period for a week and a half where its impossible for plan for. I have had no consistency with periods which is very tiring, annoying and frustrating. I also sometimes get a pain around the area."


"I've been on the patch for 8 years. Took it off 2 years ago to conceive my 2nd child and had no problems whatsoever. It does take 3 months to leave your system so keep that in mind before trying to conceive. After those 3 months... BOOM! We were pregnant! Got right back on it after my 2nd was born and have been good ever since! No side effect, I like the fact that I can control when I get my period by removing the patch the week that I want it or putting on a new patch if I don't want it that week. No weight gain, nothing. A  in my book!!"


"I have been taking Buspar for a week now, and the next day I felt a difference. Actually the next three to four days I felt a difference. But after that I started having some anxiety again and irritability. I was concerned that it had stopped working. I went to my doctor and she told me to keep up with it. That it takes some people 2 months to start working. I said well I have been waiting my whole life for something to work so 2 months is worth the wait. So if you are new to trying the this I recommend waiting. The side effects for me were pretty bad. I had flu like symptoms, constipation, insomnia, the shakes, muscle spasms, but for the most part they have started to go away. I have found being very consistent with taking it helps."


"40yr old female!  I have Hoshi thyroid disorder. Had a hysterectomy in my mid 20s which is the cause of my osteoporosis.  I have been on this going on my 4th month so far no side effects.  Small bruising at injection site. I'll have a new scan in about 6 months I feel very hopeful for improved results."


"I got on Skyla when I was 18 after I had a miscarriage back in December of 2015. Insertion hurt like crazy, as if you were having period cramps that would make you want to double over in pain and go to the hospital. After having it inserted I started gaining weight, I was constantly depressed, I would want to eat more, periods would last for two weeks at one time minimal. It felt like I was on a constant period with all these mood swings. It's now August of 2016 and the pain is ten times worse, I go to the hospital about the situation and they tell me I'm a month pregnant. I do not recommend Skyla to anybody."


"I used this medicine just for three days for fibromyalgia.  I had immediate relief. I did have to stay in bed with a hot moist heating pad."


"LoSeasonique works fine as birth control. I didn't get pregnant while on it but it didn't keep my period at bay for the 3 months as stated. For me, this pill actually worked the opposite way. I had a period for 3 weeks then nothing for 1 week rather than the other way around. And it wasn't just light spotting, I had bleeding similar to a period. I gave it a chance the first month and the second month, but after that I called it quits. I will have to try something else."


"I have been off anti-depressants for about 7 months then I needed to go back on when I entered a very heavy ward (I'm a nurse) because I was becoming very anxious and could not work as well as I was. I WAS on Zoloft but now am trying Pristiq. I have been on Pristiq for 2 weeks now, the first few days I had side effects - increased anxiety, insomnia, nausea and increased sweating but all side effects have now subsided.

Positives:
- I have not had any anxiety this week and have been confident at work
- No depressive symptoms
- I have lost weight (not meant to be good but I'm happy about it).

Negatives:
- I have noticed a slight decrease in libido which might turn out to be a problem and that's what I was scared of."


"I'm just on day 2 of a 10 day script and seems to work. The fever i fought for 5 days is gone. However, it feels like needles poking me all over my body. Also i wish i had known before not to lay down for at least 30 minutes after taking. I had THE WORST reflux pain I'd had in 3 years last night. Also some chest discomfort. All after 2 doses. Happy it's working on the infection causing the fever but alot of discomfort. Jury is still out, hopefully the side effects are short lived."


"Makes you feel really sleepy and tired in the morning"


"I am a healthy, active, college student, and I have experienced no negative side effects from this pill. I was scared to start it because so many other users gave it bad reviews, but I've been on it for 3 months and I've had no bad side effects at all. I'm also not pregnant so the pill seems to be working correctly. Micronor hasn't changed my moods or made me gain weight. The only noticeable change has been my breast size. Within the first month of taking Micronor, my bra size increased from a C to a D. I use condoms with Micronor to be extra safe, since it is not quite as effective at preventing pregnancy as other birth control pills."


"I didn't feel this drug did much of anything to lessen my depression. It did give me night and day sweats, dry mouth and a foggy mental state that offer made clear thinking more difficult"


"I had the implanon inserted over a year ago.
I gained 8kgs in less than 6 months,I always had the perfect skin but the implanon causes me to have spots everyday.
I have irregular bleeding sometimes 2 - 3 weeks at a time and I am heavily bloated all the time.
I am very emotional and sometimes just get angry over nothing.
I get bad back pains and pains in my legs .
I have been heavily dieting for the past 3 months even using duromine to help me,which makes me feel worse.I have lost only 2.8kgs in 3 weeks.
The implanon is definitely effective and I really don't want to fall pregnant.
I suffer from severe anxiety and I am afraid the anxiety will get worse if I remove it.
I suffered for at least 4 months to overcome some of the anxiety symptoms"


"I have had knee pain for many years and after 2 operations it got worse. Sleeping was a problem with severe sharp pain. A new doctor recommended to me, found I had severe arthritis after an MRI and put me on Mobic and wow! Why had no doctor ever prescribed this before? Pain relief within the week was amazing and my sore back improved also. I have a new life and no side effects to date and I have been taking it for 10 months. I'm 50 and feeling 40 again instead of 70."


"My gall bladder was acting up and the pain was terrible.  I took a Protonix as soon as I got out of the doctors office (with a sandwich and doctor pepper) about 15 seconds later I was burping like CRAZY.  Viola!! The pain subsided considerably in less than 3 minutes.  AN hour later it was like I never even had the pain!  I felt MUCH, MUCH better."


"Been taking 1000mg a day for about a week. No side effects and my blood glucose levels are around 150 now. I'm Full sooner and hoping for some weight loss. Took Trulicity prior and was sick an entire week from one shot!"


"This product is a God send. Minor burning sensation after applying and in the morning until I shower, but you have to weigh the positives with the negatives. I used to be drenched under my arm pits but now I can go a full 8+hr shift without even noticing any sweat."


"This is my 3rd month on this birth control and so far my breast has gotten bigger, they have been sore, I happen to be hungry all the time and have gained a good 10 pounds. Other than the weight gain, being hungry all the time and soreness in my breast, this birth control is pretty good. Hey, only 4 periods every year! I think I'll stick to this for a while. I'll just have to exercise and have self control on what I eat!"


"It really does its job of keeping the water retention down in the body."


"I am one of the few that have not had a good experience.  High anxiety because my heart won't slow down, bad headache, little nausea, and loose stool. I'm going tomorrow to get different antibiotics."


"I used a Monistat 3-day when I got my first yeast infection a few years ago, worked great with no discomfort. Figured out I had another one a few days ago and inserted the first dose after my shower tonight and immediately felt horrific burning and itching. Googled it and found these reviews. Pushed and scooped out as much cream as I could, now it's only burning up towards my cervix. Also, it's my birthday, so this is fun...Will be calling my doctor Monday morning to seek alternate treatment."


"I am a 30 year old married female.
I took biotin for 5 days, 5000 mcg 2 pills a day and now my period is 3 days late (And counting.The pregnancy test is negative fyi).
 I found many posts online by users saying their menstruation cycle started later rather than sooner and they weren't pregnant. I just wanted to mention this possible side effect. Also this pill gave me pimples."


"I am a 21 year old female and I had Skyla placed in two weeks ago. The process itself was not comfortable and involved some pain, but afterwards I had a couple hours of slight cramping and then I was fine! I bled for the two days after it was implanted and then it stopped. I just finished a period that lasted three days :). My period prior would last for more than 7 with severe cramping. I'm already loving this."


"I'll admit, at first I was extremely skeptical. I had heard about all of the nasty side effects that occur with this medicine. 5 months ago, I had cystic acne SO bad that each side of my face on my cheeks looked like I had a big, inflamed, rash on them. I was embarrassed to leave the house and I had to cake on the makeup, and even then you could tell I had a big problem. Within the first three months or so, I had been on it and while it got better, I was sure it would never get really better because I kept breaking out. Well, I am officially on my 5th and last month and I haven't had a new pimple in over a week, I am 100% clear. This stuff WORKS. Don't let people scare you, the side effects are really not that bad. Life changing stuff."


"My sinus infection was hard to diagnose. Thought allergy meds were causing post nasal drip. Then my lungs were inflaming to the point I couldn't play racketball. Got to my allergist, it took a week. By then I was contemplating getting on oxygen by going to the hospital, but prescription finally came for Doxcyclin. Though 22 days of 30 It eased things up. Started the Biaxin just a few days after the end of the Doxcyclin. Dr warned me of aluminum taste Pharmacist warned me of needing food. Never noticed any stomach upset. Stopped taking with food, but always with a big glass of water. Only noticed metalic taste a few times waking up with foam in the back of my throat, but by the 3rd day that was gone. I'm on the 2nd week and starting sprints."


"I definitely noticed a difference while taking Strattera. The symptoms of my ADHD have improved indefinitely. I feel less withdrawn from reality, increased self esteem and better focus. The 25mgs gave me insomnia. With the 40mg I stopped noticing the benefits of Strattera and noticed more of the side effects (dizziness, hot flashes, etc). 60mg seemed to be the most effective for me. But after a week of taking the 60mg, I didn't go a day without nausea. The nausea was so bad that it practically cancelled out the benefits of Strattera. This is just what happened in my case. I would recommend this medication in hopes that the side effects aren't as bad for others."


"I have taken medications for 10 years, and they have, basically, helped me cope

with depression.  Effexor is outstanding.  I take it in the morning, and it helps all day."


"I was on Lyrica for a total of four days. It got rid of my pain (almost completely!) but the side effects were terrible. I got anxious, depressed, confused, blurred vision, and a general "high" (not a good high) feeling. I felt very dumb and had a lot of trouble articulating my thoughts. Overall a terrible drug for me. The side effects out weighed the benefits of this medication.

"


"I've been on Tri-Sprintec for 3 months now and the first two months were great. My period was short and light, breast grew a little, no cramps, maybe a little bit emotional but for the most part great. This month I've started bleeding for the 2nd time and it is the heaviest flow I've ever had. I usually have a heavy flow for 1 or 2 days but have been very very heavy for an entire week. I'm starting to feel very weak and achy. The first two months were great, but maybe this side effect just affects me."


"I'm beginning to feel the effect of the medication after days of taking it.

PS Complete the course of the medication (Under doctor's advise)"


"I was prescribed this medication every 6 hrs for a severe tooth infection that was sore to my neck. It's been 3 days and the pain is subsiding a bit, very little heartburn, but I also am on prescription Prilosec. You cannot take any heartburn meds for 2-4hrs before and after taking clindamycin. My dosage is every 6 hrs. So far my worst side effect is the stomach cramping and I have the absolute worst metal taste in my mouth. Nothing seems to take it away. I suggest definitely following the directions exactly, especially with drinking water and NOT laying down for at least 20-30mins."


"Would have been a miracle if it weren't for the time-consuming bouts of nausea that accompanied each dose."


"Was on the shot for about 2 years. Loved it. Not bleeding, no cramps, and I still had my very active sex life. Towards the end of that 2 years I realized I gained about 20lbs!!!! That's a lot for me. I have very high metabolism. Then my hair started to thin out. I had to stop taking it.
I can't seem to lose the weight, which is annoying. Now I'm on birth control pills. I don't like it at all. No sex drive and some acne and serious mood swings. Did I mention no sex drive! If the pills don't work after 3 months I am going to consider going back to the shot."


"This is an awesome medicine. I am so happy to have been able to use in pregnancy.  I was on it from 20 weeks to 36..they say 12 days after you stop the shot you go into labor, that was true for me as well. This is the only medication that helped me complete a pregnancy.  It's awesome! Yes the shot in the butt hurts and you stay sore about 4 days. But it was totally worth it."


"I have tried all the fad diets to no avail.  I've tried over the counter weight loss pills and nothing has worked since stacker 3 original formula was banned.  I was told I would only get Adipex for 3 months.  My third check up is tomorrow and I've lost 50lbs so far.  The pill is starting to feel like it's losing it's effectiveness.  Tomorrow I am going to start a 10 day break in hopes that when I start back up it will be as effective as the first month.  I've got another 40 to go, so hopefully it works.  It's been great, though.  50 lbs in 2 months when nothing else helped before is very impressive.  It's nice hearing all the compliments on the weight loss too."


"I'm on my second day. Still smoking, definitely not as much. I'm a pack and a half to two packs a day. Been 33 years now, I'm 44. Anyways, first day not much different and I feel like I smoked more then normal. But today I smoked about 10, which is a drastic reduction for me. They taste awful and I actually can't stand the smell. I'm still on 150 mg, I start 300 mg in two days."


"I was always smart, but my career has accelerated rapidly thanks to this drug.  I have the stamina and focus that I just would not have otherwise.  I had trouble  with concentration in college and it wasn't until I started taking vyvanse that I finally was able to complete tasks in a reasonable amount of time.   My GPA went from a 3.3 to a 4.0.

 All the positives aside,  I missed the pill today and basically ate the entire house.  Withdrawal effects are Brutal."


"I truly believe it works at stopping leakage.  I thought I had found a miracle cure, but I seem to be allergic and can't take the burning redness and rash. I have gone through a couple of boxes because it works so well but six days after only a 24 hour use I still have a terrible itchy red rash.  I will still consider using for special occasions.  And I must agree it is expensive."


"Using this product completely changed my life. I used nicoderm CQ exactly how it stated on the directions. I haven't smoked in 7 weeks. I knew I couldn't quit with out help and after reading all the reviews decided on the patch. I started by cutting back each week the amount of cigarettes I smoked. Finally I was down to one a day. I smoked one a day for 10 days on the 11th day I put on stage 1 of nicoderm CQ. I didn't like the patch on my arms so I put them on my thigh alternating each day. The cravings were less and less each day. I found that drinking ice water through a straw everytime I had a craving helped so much. It kept me hydrated (which eases the amount of cravings) and the straw acted like a cigarette with the sucking."


"This medication made my ears ring which they have been doing for about 20 years now. My Doctor advised that this is a less than 2% side effect. Never the less, be careful."


"The first drug I found to really rid an on coming migraine with no side effects. Problem now is that AARP Medicare Advantage and Aetna Advantage does not cover it. "


"I have tried a dozen different medications but none as effective as this. I tried Celebrex last year and was in so much pain after three days I went back to my Voltaren. I take 100mg twice a day that helps me work and function normally."


"I love it. My doctor advised me, it's best to take right before bed. I get extremely tired 10 to 15 minutes after I take Xzyal. I also have to sleep for more than 8 hours, if I don't sleep more than 8 hours I feel drowsy all day and feel the need to take a nap."


"I have been using EpiDuo for three months now.  I was not seeing the results I wanted at first.  My face was still breaking out and was very oily.  My dermatologist told me to use a pea sized amount for my whole face, as did the website. I read on the EpiDuo site that using more would not help. So I kept using the pea sized amount and kept breaking out.  Last week at month 3, I was ready to give up and say here is another product that failed to cure my acne.  Instead I decided to try using more of the product before giving up.  Now I am using 4 pea sized drops on my face.  What a difference that made. For the first time in years I am totally acne free.  So yes 100% it does work, just don't believe everything you hear I guess. "


"I've been taking it for a few years, so far it's done what it's supposed to. Only side effect I've experienced is an increase in yeast infections (about one a year) since I started taking it."


"I was on Paxil for over 10 years and they slowly started to stop working to the point of my previous agoraphobia returning. I tried augmentation with Abilify but the side effects were horrific. I was terrified nothing would ever work again as I tried a few other meds like Remeron which did nothing. Then my Psych decided to start me on clomipramine. I started very slow due to fear of side effects. Its been 5 weeks and I'm currently on 87.5mg. As of 5 days ago I started to see and feel the benefits! It's really amazing! No more daily anxiety to the point if panic. I have started to leave the house alone and go to the shops or for a walk which I hadn't been able to do for many months. This drug quiet ls your mind and gives you confidence!"


"Delighted to hear others have benefited by taking Mirapex, I have had very mixed results. It certainly has alleviated my symptoms connected with Restless Legs Syndrome. But the relief came with a price. I became so nauseated that I was up all night, so after three nights I had to stop taking the medicine. I found Percocet the ideal replacement."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for several years now. It works great for me. If I don't take it I cry. I take 60mg/day. It helps with my fibromyalgia also. I had tried many other medicines like Lexapro and nothing else worked for me."


"A costly and largely ineffective drug. Beware discount cards that refuse to honor their promises for low co-pay and further discounts. After having one 3 month shot priced at $2,500 and feeling little to no relief from a reoccurrence of Endometriosis I ended up getting a full hysterectomy anyway."


"I took Lunesta only for a few days because it gave me unpleasant taste. It was really bad. Then I switched to Ambien. It was better than Lunesta, but there was a residual effect that the medicine made me irritable and anxious next morning. My doctor gave me Silenor. It is better than Ambien CR. I do not feel anxious or irritable next morning and I can sleep 8 hours. The only side effect, though very minor, is that it makes me sluggish a little. But, overall, Silenor is better than Ambien CR. "


"I've had Implanon for 9 months now and have considered taking it out a couple times. I do think you should do your research before deciding, everyone reacts differently, but I've had several inconvenient side effects. I rarely bleed, and if I do its only for a couple of days and very light, but that's a plus! I've always had migraines so its hard to say which ones are caused by the Implanon, but I do see an increase in them and consistency (although they don't always last too long and not always as intense). I do experience horrible cramps though, which I never had before the Implanon and mood swings accompanied by a bit of depression. I'm keeping it in until the 3 years have past, but I'm not sure if I will get another one."


"I'm on my fourth 800/160 pill of bactrim treating MRSA infection which has also caused my lymph nodes behind knee and groin to swell and  hurt.  I initially took doxycycline for about 4 days with worsening infection.  Bactrim worked day 1.   The infection started to clear and lymph swelling and pain is going away.
Unfortunately I had severe anxiety including shaking tightness in chest very dizzy and feelings of doom.  It's possible this was brought on by me overreacting to a slight side effect but this is a very strong antibiotic. It works but you might have to suffer through it.  Not fun"


"My asthma attack and fever of 102.6 started suddenly 1/18/2010. I went to my pulmonary doctor 1/19. I received a Solu-Medrol dosepak. The first days dose is the heaviest. I took it as directed. I had taken 2 doses on the second day when I developed severe chest pains. I returned to my doctor and was admitted to hospital for cardiac work-up. Within 24 hours of tests, I was discharged. I never had any more chest pain after stopping medicine. I must have developed a sensitivity last May when I had pneumonia for 16 days in hospital. My body is very sensitive to medicines. I liked Solu-Medrol. Maybe I have to take it with Benadryl.  I don't know until I speak with my doctor on my return visit."


"So I am a new nurse but have overcome a lot of health problems. Due to wearing a girdle to support my large hernia and lack of water from rushing around the ER, I became suddenly constipated. For three weeks it was wait until my days off and stay in the bathroom in agony. So I went to my doctor and they gave me this, it was actually sweet! I took a shower and by the time I was done so was my problem! I am amazed and my IBS even seems to be calming down!"


"Took two tablets at 11 pm and woke up at 3 am with horrible cramps. The cramps lasted about ten minutes (felt like ten hours) before I finally had one of the worst BMs of my life. I was sweating, nauseous, and crying all while trying to finish going to the bathroom. After about 15 minutes, I'm back in bed but I feel the cramps coming back and am scared that this will be forever. Pretty sure I know how the people on Oregon trail felt when they died of dysentery."


"No problem with the medicine - don't know yet how effective for bone density but it has helped my back stop hurting!"


"This is the only med that actually helps me sleep. I had tried melatonin, zopiclone, lorazepam and temazepam, as well as every natural remedy I could get my hands on and then my doctor suggested quetiapine. I take 25mg about an hour before going to sleep and usually by the time I climb into bed I can hardly keep my eyes open. I'm also taking bupropion (which is technically contraindicated with quetiapine) which may be why I feel so sedated on such a low dose. The only downside is that I don't fully wake up from it until I've been physically awake for at least an hour and it makes me really thirsty. But that's a small price to pay for getting a good sleep after struggling for years. Also it makes orgasms less intense for me which sucks!"


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"This is a wonder drug for me.I am allergic to both codeine and hydrocodone and yesterday I had to go to the ER for an extremely infected hair follicle. I was in such horrible pain my blood pressure was through the roof. The doctor gave me a Percocet before he applied lidocane to my follicle. I didn't feel a thing. Not even when he said the lidocane would hurt. He sent me home with a 5mg prescription. It did make me somewhat nauseated. I took a phenergan with it and was able to rest. I really recommend this medicine."


"I was unsure if Citalopram was working, so I slowly tried to come off them. This is when I realised they did work for my depression and anger."


"After 3 years of crippling lower back pain and radiculopathy from L-5 spondylolysthesis, I tried 60 mg of cymbalta : complete game-changer. I experience slight nausea a few times a week, but that's all. I'm back to being a happy, nearly pain -free dad. If I hadn't tried this, I would be facing  surgery by now.  What a blessing."


"I am a nervous flyer and my anxiety has been getting particularly bad, so I decided to go to my family doc and get a prescription. My doc gave me ativan and said to take 1 mg 1 hour before the flight. I took 1 mg exactly as she told me and then another 0.5 mg midway through the flight.During the flight, I felt completely calm and at peace, which has never happened before. Highly recommend for infrequent fliers with anxiety"


"Viberzi was given to me for ibs and I took 3 pills and ended up in the hospital for a week. I honestly thought this drug was going to kill me. I had severe pain in my chest and could not take in a full breath. The hospital doctors said my pancreas was swelled really bad and putting pressure on my lungs and it was because I had used viberzi."


"I've recently got my second implant inserted. I loved the first one. It hurt going in but to not worry about buying and taking birth control for 3 years was worth it to me. I was also one of the lucky ones who didn't have a period for two years. Then the final year I did start having a period once a month. It lasted about 4 days but I was pretty sick those 4 days. I'VE gained a little bit of weight and my acne has been pretty bad, but it was the same as other birth controls. Now this second one has given me extreme moodiness, hot sweats and cravings. Still no period so far but I feel like a bat outta hell lately. I didn't experience this with the first one. I just had it done a few weeks ago though. All this said, I like the implant for me"


"I wanted so badly for this stuff to work. I'm a 59 year old woman. I've had thin hair all my life but still had a full head of hair. When my hair started getting noticeably thinner with balding patches  I was desperate to do something about it. My biggest fear starting it was the warning of initial dread shed. I haven't got enough hair to spare. Well the shed never happened and after a full year of faithful application, nothing else did either so I give up. Also worth noting I had terrible bouts of nausea and vomiting which has ceased since I quit the minoxidil. That's no way to live. This is not usually talked about as a side effect but I can only associate it with the use of minoxidil since I no longer have it."


"I started taking belviq twice a day faithfully , first week no change in appetite ,cravings or weight. Second week I felt like I gained weight still no change in appetite ,GAINED 3 LBS. So upset after spending $88.00,I abruptly stopped and made Dr. Aware. She never said to wean off. Within 2 days major withdraw, Had abdominal cramping, nausea and vomiting all night until I took another pill. Then decided for the next 4 days to slowly wean off which I did. This is a strong as medication. Don't stop abruptly! Didn't work for me."


"23 year old here, had the nexplanon 3 years before just having it removed. I absolutely loved it, I don't have a thing bad to say about it"


"My sleep cycle got disrupted due to stress.  Was not happy with ambien or lunestra, I felt like both knocked me out and I would not know if the house was burning down.  Take 30mg of elavil.  Now I just sleep like a regular person.  I can wake up, take a leak, go back to bed, sleep away.  I regularly sleep 8 to 10 hours with this, which I never had previously in my lifetime.  I do get super sticky tongue  due to the dry mouth.  However, that is a small price to pay to sleep.  I am extremely happy with the medicine.  I have been to Europe twice from the west coast with the least amount of jet lag ever.  I actually slept on the plane!

Works for me."


"I am 27 and have always suffered from acne. I tried everything and was always disappointed as my breakouts continued. After a short stint with Spironolactone, my dermatologist said she wanted me on a topical and introduced me to Atralin. It took my skin a few weeks to get used to and probably 2 months for my breakouts to completely clear up. I haven't had a pimple in months. I finally feel comfortable enough to wear my hair up in public and can even go with no makeup. Great skin can really change your life!"


"Well, the pain on the nerve goes away pretty quickly after taking 150 mg of Trileptal, which I just started taking this year, because when I was told that I had trigeminal neuralgia last year, I didn't find out until the pain was almost over, but the medicine only lasts about 4 hours or so.  At first, I got a headache, which didn't last too long, so I didn't take anything for the headache.  What concerns me the most is that lately I have been getting pain on my ankles the next day after doing a 45 min kickboxing work-out and it's not going away, which I never had before. Today for the first time in my life I had a terrible pain on my pelvis that I couldn't hardly walk .  Hopefully the pain goes away soon, and I won't have to take anything, 'until next year'!"


"36 y.o. Was prescribed prepopik for prep for colonoscopy. I was suprised that it was only 2 ,5 oz glasses of prep when everyone complains about drinking a gallon. After one 5 oz cup it took 90 minutes for first BM. I could easily make it to the toilet. I had 3 watery BM then it stopped. 5 hours after first one I took the second dose. No BM till morning. It wasn't very bad so I was worried it wouldn't be clear for the colonoscopy, but it was great. Very easy . The drug cost me 100$ after insurance."


"I'm 19 and have been using epiduo for just less than a week. I have never had acne but for some reason within the last 6 months I have started to get it on my cheeks. I obviously have put to much on because for the past two days my face has been flaky and dry, and is currently very red. I'm hoping the redness goes away soon."


"I'm fairly new to yeast infections. This is probably my third or fourth ever. Besides that I'm sensitive to just about everything unfortunately. I didn't want to go and be prescribed diflucan again. (Diflucan worked like a charm by the way). I didn't read any reviews or I wouldn't have bought it. But I took it around 9:38pm and went to bed. I promise you at 11:00 the burning woke me up. On the inside and out so I  tried baby wipes, nothing. I decided to lay down. I couldn't take it. I got in the bathtub removed as much as I could and I lathered a loofah with summers eve sensitive wash and I scrubbed like hell. There is way less burning inside. And no burning at all on the outer skin. Maybe I didnt have one at alI idk. Hope this helps."


"I've been on Contrave for about 11 months now and have lost about 30lbs due entirely to the medication. I mean-its the only thing. I used to work out w a trainer 2-3 times a week for years and I stopped going to the gym entirely and still lost the weight. I order the same food but eat only a 1/3. Now I can stop obsessing about what to eat! I will warn you that I CAN NOT DRINK AT ALL ON CONTRAVE!! If I have 2 glasses of wine -which I am offered often since I'm in the wine biz and I'm throwing up all night and have a 2 day hangover. When I know I'm going to have some drinks I skip the afternoon does or if I'm going to a wedding or on vaca I stop taking. I don't notice a huge change in my eating when I skip a day."


"I have had the Implanon for a year now and really like it.  I only had one period about a week after insertion and haven't had one since.  When I was on the pill I had mood swings so I switched to the Implanon. I haven't had any problems with mood swings since.  Also, not having to remember to take a pill everyday is a big advantage.  The only bad thing is I had a slight increase in acne, it is subsiding now.  This was only a minor annoyance to me in comparison to the good aspects.  Overall, I am very pleased with the Implanon and glad I switched from the pill."


"Didn't help and left me tired and with a metallic taste."


"Overall, it is doing okay. I do sweat alot and it does interact with other medicines which I'm on."


"I have chronic inflammation of my lungs and get bronchitis easily.  I recently had the worst episode .... I took 17 days of Avelox. I am finally feeling human again.  I don't like the side effects too much, but mitigate them by taking potassium (orange in the a.m. and banana in p.m., sometimes a 99 mg supplement).  I also eat yogurt with extra acidophillus in the evening and take calcium/magnesium/Vitamin D before bedtime to prevent cramping. That along with potassium prevents cramping. "


"I'm halfway into my second month. I've been on my period for more than 2 weeks. My acne is horrible now. Worse than ever. I hate this pill. It does keep me from getting pregnant, but that's not what I wanted completely. I have endometriosis and acne prone skin. My gyno told me it'd help, but it totally hasn't. Can't wait to get something different."


"First - diagnosis is mild ADHD. 11 years old. 50mg. Our experience with my son and vyvanse. He was on this medication for approximately 9 months. For the first few weeks, he was sort of hyperfocused and had difficulty with transitioning from a task if he was fixated on it. He transitioned well to middle school and achieved great grades. However, he lost a lot of weight. About 15lbs. He had horrible insomnia. He slowly became very emotional and depressed in the afternoons and evenings. We decided to stop the medication. Within weeks he was back to himself and his doctor advised him to stay off the medication."