Conjugated estrogens / medroxyprogesterone

"I have been on this medication for 37 days.  My day and night sweats are no longer severe. I only toss my comforter once a night as opposed to many times.  My day sweats are no longer embarrassing, e.g. while talking with coworkers, I would without warning began to get warm, hot, and then dripping in sweat to include my hair.  My mood swings are gone, I am back to normal.  LOVING IT."


"It works. I went from taking over 160mg of oxycodone per day for years to 2 x 8mg Suboxone per day. 11 months later and I feel like I've been given a 2nd chance at life. Great doctor, great drug, I do my part. It works."


"I can't give this medication a 10 without being on it for a long time, but what I can say is that this medication was recommended to me 2 different doctors who also take it themselves. Also, I can say that my side-effects from my previous birth control are going away after taking Kariva. I had the worst mood-swings and anxiety from Ortho-tri-cyclen. I was always either angry and upset for or hysterically crying for no good reason. From the first time I took Kariva, my mood dramatically improved. I actually feel friendly towards others for the first time in months."


"Got my IUD last week. Insertion took about 4 minutes total. It felt like an extended pap smear with a few uncomfortable pinches and mild cramps. I had mild cramping for the next several days and no spotting. I found it uncomfortable to sit up for first 2 days so I was glad that I took the day off work to rest. probably the worst side effect has been the fatigue and feeling a bit more emotional than usual. I'm hoping that will lessen once I get used the hormones. One word of advice: Since you don't know how your body will react I think it's good to take the day off afterwards. If nothing else, it's good to pamper yourself for making a smart decision for your sexual health. Overall, this has been a positive experience."


"I was diagnosed with PTSD and anxiety five yrs ago, been on many meds for it, trying to find one that works for me better than Valium because of its addictive behavior. This Prazosin didn't work at all, I got severe headaches, diziness, nausea, and still couldn't sleep"


"I've had my mirena for 5 months now, I'm 23 years old with no kids although I've had a miscarriage. The pain lasted about 2 minutes while the doctor was inserting the Mirena, other than that no complaints. I don't have a period anymore (which is awesome since my period was heavy +++ before the mirena). My mood is normal and my sex drive actually increased. I would definitely recommend the Mirena to other women!"


"Broke my ankle in three places and all my bones.   Was given Lyrica for nerve damage.  BUT I HAVE SUFFERED WITH SEVERE DEPRESSION MY ENTIRE LIFE. Tried all anti depressants and they worked for a while.  STARTED LYRICA AND WAKE UP HAPPY.  NEVER FELT SO GREAT IN MY LIFE.  I FEEL THIS DRUG HAS REALLY SAVED ME AND IM 59 YEARS

OLD.  SO HAPPY NOW. GLAD I WAS GIVEN LYRICA.  DO EAT MORE BUT

ILL WATCH THAT.  BUT IF YOUR SUFFERING FROM ANXIETY PANIC ATTACKS. OR DEPRESSION. TAKE LYRICA. IM ONLY ON 50MG THREE TIMES A DAY.  SO HAPPY.  FEEL PRODUCTIVE AGAIN."


"I think this is pretty great but the constant spotting can get in the way of a lot of things and can get really obnoxious and a little weight gain but other than that I think it's cool"


"I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in September of 2008 and started the horrific process of finding the right medication(s) for me. Geodon worked really well but when my limited prescription plan runs out, Geodon would cost me $500.00 a month. So I asked my doctor to switch me to drug that has a generic. I started on Lamictal on 12-28-08 and it took until a week ago (February 1, 2009) to get to 200 mg. I have to take it in the morning as it is stimulating for me. A light went on when I hit 200 mg and I feel great. I am starting the process of going off of Geodon now, so I hope I still feel great when I am of the Geodon entirely."


"I have suffered resistant depression/anxiety on and off for 30 years and now I have obsessive compulsive disorder and intrusive thoughts. I started on Anafranil 15 days ago and my OCD/ intrusive thoughts have almost gone  I'm on only 100 mg per day and I'm starting to get my life back and the medicines haven't reached their full effect yet, so at this early stage I'm happy to recommend this medication and I hope this helps anyone that reads this, thank you."


"The loss of my best friend has changed my world. I have the worse time getting to sleep because I can't deal with not be able to talk to her anymore. I pray a lot and say thank you Lord over and over like my mantra and sometimes that works. Now Lorazepam has become my close friend as it puts me to sleep and stops the racinG thoughts that are RELENTLESS! I take between 2-3 mg one hour before bed time, because I also take it for anxiety in the day at times. Once in he ER I was given 4mg intravenously and it knocked me out. I had worked a 19 hour shift and my heart was racing. I love my Lorazepam."


"Ladies, please be smart and use BC and condoms! Plan B does not stop a pregnancy if egg fertilization has occurred.   I recently took a plan B 24 hours after having sex, but it was too late. Plan B unfortunately didn't work for me. Take immediately if you suspect you might be pregnant (don't wait!)an most importantly use all methods of BC!"


"It'd be nice if we didn't all have to explain to our small children what Viagra is every 10 minutes when watching t.v. DIY channel, sports channel, home improvements channel. Ffs can't you limit it until AFTER 9pm"


"I have been on Microgestin for a few years.  For the most part my experience has been very positive: I have not experienced unusual mood swings, weight gain or changes in sex drive.  The pill also regulated my period, which had been very irregular before, and my cramps became much less painful.  After long term use, my period became lighter and finally disappeared, which makes me paranoid about pregnancy, so I use an over the counter test every couple of months.  At the same time I also became drier and drier until sex became very difficult.  However, I have been able to combat the vaginal dryness pretty effectively by making sure to stay very hydrated all day long and especially where exercise or alcohol are concerned."


"This is the best medicine I have ever found to treat this disorder. I would not stop taking it even if the FDA tried to recall it. I can function like a normal person after suffering for many years."


"Pramapexole can cause fainting.
I had been quite please with the affects of pramipexole during the 3 months I had been on it.  However, for about 3-4 weeks prior to my hospitalization, I just felt out of sorts.  I began to notice a feeling of being lightheaded.  One morning I bounded out of bed - standing up too quickly - and woke up a few moments later having fallen against a wall. I didn't too very much enjoy the resultant scrapes.  (Neither did the wall)
After a visit to the ER followed by two days of very impressive detective work, the very fine doctors informed me that Pramipexole - also known as Mirapex - was the culprit.  Take this drug seriously.  I works quite well but at a potential cost.  Hope this benefits you all."


"I tried at least 15 different medications for severe neuropathy and sciatica pain. No medications help with my pain Nucynta has. I don't understand why is so hard to find, at least in my city."


"Excellent medicine in my experience.

I've been taking it about 6 months. I'm now working and going to school full time. Anxiety has improved significantly, almost to pre-illness levels. I feel great cognitively (creative, zero psychotic symptoms, memory seems pretty sharp).

Although I've never really gained weight on Risperidone for 2 years was relatively weight neutral. I've actually lost 5-10 lbs. since taking Latuda, pretty much without trying.

The one minor annoyance would have to be that it requires 350 calories for full absorption and it puts me to sleep about an hour after taking it. I end up eating a small meal/snack before bed every night (yogurt, nuts, etc.)."


"Today is my first day and so far I have eaten one low fat yoghurt, two apples and a big salad with lettuce, cucumber, sprouts, 1 egg, bit of feta and half a tin of tuna with a little bit of homemade dressing..yummy. If I can keep this up I will be over the moon."


"Took Rozerem last night for the first time and got drowsy and fell asleep, but my body twitched all night.  My sleep was not consistent and I woke up all throughout the night.  In the morning I slept well past 11 a.m., I felt like a ton of bricks and could not get up.  I am usually up and about and running around all day long.  Today, I couldn't even leave the house I was so lethargic from the medicine.  I stayed home, didn't even change clothes, and laid on the couch with my eyes closed for hours.  It's almost 9pm the next day and I still feel really weird and tired.  My mind was in a daze all day as if I couldn't get anything done as a result.

"


"I took this for 3 months following pregnancy and it was great at leveling my mood, and allowed me to lose weight, but was not very helpful in controlling my periods."


"I have adult ADHD. I'm 21 now and have been on Adderall 20mg 3 times a day for the past 4 years. It's really helped me if you just take it responsibly you don't have any real problems. The only thing I still get dry mouth. "


"Viibryd is pretty great. It is strong yet subtle. I've tried every antidepressant (SSRI/SNRI/SSNRI) and it is the only one that works well for me. I am having virtually no side effects except for tiredness but it has been getting better. I had diarrhea for the first weak but it was tolerable. It doesn't dull my emotions. It makes me feel normal and stable! Great medication for me and the only SSRI type medication that works. Maybe this has to do with it being a partial serotonin agonist as well as being a serontin reuptake inhibitor."


"Not every effective. Too expensive"


"Mylan your lidocaine patch do not stick. Please fix  or stop making something that is a waste of money and can not use.   Having pain."


"I had immediate  problems when I started taking this medication. Honestly, I thought it was a placebo, because I had all of the symptoms that caused me to take the med in the first  place. Definitely  did not work for me."


"I just switched to this pill from one that made me gain weight (all to boobs and butt so I'm not reeeeeally complaining but still.) This is my first period with this pill, and I'm rejoicing. I've always had extra heavy periods, and they usually last 8-9 days, so it was basically hell. I had gotten used to sleeping on a towel I always ended up leaking onto my sheets and ruining them, and I was resigned to a life of painfully large super   tampons. But today - I wore a regular tampon and didn't leak? And I can wear a regular pad and sleep without a towel? This is amazing and I love it. A   "


"I started taking Pristiq 50mg for Major Depression, major anxiety, Chronic pain. I took it first day and it was GREAT! First week sleep, headaches were rough but energy was good. Gradually started decreasing by itself as I kept taking the pills. 9 month's later I was still taking the pills but I was dizzy, getting brain zaps, CRS, tinnitus, major anxiety, non-stop migraine for 2 months, bed rest, and had to go to psych hospital. Psych. MD upped to 100mg  Pristiq that lasted a week. My whole spine was HURTING and now I am switching over to a new SNRI that I am not happy about. And still on withdrawal from Pristiq. "


"I am quitting Yaz after 9 months of taking the pill. Before I started taking yaz, I had no problems with lubrication during sex, or swelling afterwards. I had a healthy libido, and I didn't really think that BC could change that. Well, I sure was wrong.

It was extremely hard for me to get aroused and when I did, there just wasn't enough lubrication in order to have painless sex. Even when we used lube, I would experience painful swelling which would last for several days straight.  The only positive side was that my face cleared up, but I'm honestly better off Yaz."


"My mild anxiety had been building for yrs when I decided to seek help for it. At that time, I had only experienced one panic attack after a health scare (heart palps from over exercising). It wasn't until I sought help to control my stress that I was prescribed Prozac. Started having panic attacks and taken off. Started taking buspar. 1st few wks were really rough (brain zaps). It kept me from having panic attacks but I still experienced moderate anxiety every day. After 8 wks, I started to experience depression for no reason and intrusive thoughts. Nothing like I ever experienced before. So I went back down, depressive thoughts came back. Tapered off. Lightheadedness, ear ringing and brain fog persisted the entire 3 mo. I was on it."


"took week to work, probably because of benodiazipines"


"Diagnosed with IBS-C a few years ago. This is the only medication that has helped. I don't take it daily because of the cost but it's been just as effective every other day.

The first two weeks it caused severe diarrhea within an hour of taking it but then it calmed down to regular bowel movements once a day which is a far cry better than the once a week I experienced before the medication."


"This has worked great for my lower back pain."


"I had a complete hysterectomy over 6 years ago. It has been a real battle trying to regulate my hormones. Testosterone pellets helped some but not worth the beard that comes with it. I don't know what is in this exactly but it has done wonders for my libido. My husband wants to make sure I never run out..."


"Started taking it .04 but first retrograde ejaculation...

Then stuffed nose

Then constipation

Then flutter of heart

That was two weeks now

It did change my counts

To the bathroom from 6 to twice in one evening........"


"This medication has been a real life-saver. I had struggled with heavy depressions interspersed with hypomania for a few years before I was eventually diagnosed with Bipolar 2 Disorder, for which I was prescribed this. The initial 50mg did nothing except be an overrated sleep pill, but the boost to 300mg for bipolar depression helped begin to mellow me out, and a few weeks later I was starting to experience a life free of devastating mood swings. I've read horror stories online, but I experienced nothing of the sort (actually *lost* weight in the past few months). It's a shame there's risks with long-term use, I would happily take this forever otherwise - these past few months have been nice and happy and productive for me thanks to this."


"I have Angina and over the past year began a regime of Bayer (or Bufferin) starting at 500mg every morning. Things got a little worse after six months and I upped my dosage to 1000mg per day. This was all self medication without medical consult (I knew what the problem was). Finally even the 1000mg a day wasn't working and I went to see the doctor. He put me on 50mg of Lopressor per day and things turned around within 2 days. The pain is gone and I can get a whole nights sleep without waking up in the middle of the morning (usually 3-4am, when the incidence of heart attack is the highest statistically) in major pain. So far so good. If you have Angina then DO see a doctor. Get the tests! After all, it's really your life your dealing with."


"I have always had horrible morning sickness. This time around I am pregnant with twins and it was much worse. I started the medication and it stopped the ache of nausea all the time! The bad is it did stop the nausea but I had no signs when I was going to throw up. So you randomly throw up without knowing your stomach is upset..not fun at All. The bad thing is with the co-pay with my insurance was $160, so very pricy but worth it."


"I've been on seasonale for two years it it's the first birth control I've ever takenand I love the results!  My periods are shorter and less crampy, I'm also no longer a hag during pms because pms doesn't exist for me anymore :)
I do occasionally get breakthrough bleeding but that's definitely my own fault for taking a pill a few hours late.
My main complaint is that I cry way more now - watching cheesy commercials and when I'm mad - and that I've gained weight,  every time I restart my new pack I'm starving all week and want to eat everything in sight.  My boobs obviously got bigger too but I'm not complaining there.
Still a thumbs up from me !"


"I am having the same problems. Terrible taste in my mouth and after three days of taking the medicine I was up all night with horrible pain in the center of my chest and it is still ranging through the day. I had no idea what was happening until I read this site. I will be seeing my doctor today to change out this medication ASAP!"


"My 5 yr old started taking Vyvanse today and had a bad reaction to it while at school, severe itching with a twitch of his shoulder.  There was no outside signs of breakout.  Tried to contact doctor who prescribed and have received no reply, therefore after talking to pharmacist and school nurse, and health unit care provider, I have decided to stop Vyvanse, 30mg daily, until I receive some reply from his doctor. Then I am going to ask for something else.  If it works fine for your children, God bless, but please keep an eye on them for the first 24 hours; allergic reactions do occur, we were just lucky it was not more severe."


"I had really bad cystic acne and went to a dermatologist and the medicine they gave me didn't help much so I went on Cryselle. My face has cleared up SO much ever since I've been on this pill but I have been very moody. I'll be happy then sad to where I want to cry and then the next minute I'll be extremely happy again. I have not gained any weight while on this pill and I'll skip my period every 2 months and they're very light with no cramps. Overall I plan to stay on this pill until I can't deal with the mood swings anymore."


"So not worth it. I had all kinds of bad effects on the drug but I am here to warn you about stopping it. My doctor told me to stop it cold turkey. I figured since it was a selective SSRI I didn't have to taper. I have spent the next six weeks with profound problems with my heart rhythm.  Which my doctor thinks is unrelated. After 5 + weeks things seem to be calming a bit.  But not after all kinds of tests and a halter monitor and of course... that looks like your crazy.  I know it was this drug. The only time I ever had them before was after discontinuing Celexa without tapering. (when it was first introduced and they didn't know better).  I don't have palpitations normally.  There is no good information on this drug. You are just winging it"


"I have been taking Contrave for 4 days.  I am 5'2 1/2 and wgt 156.  I was taking phentermine but then I began to read about contrave and asked my Dr. for it. I have been taking it only four days I don't feel anything.  Does this medicine have to be taken for a while before it kicks in. I take one in the AM. I don't have any of the symptoms that I read about. I not sure about the cravings or eating to much because I feel like it may be a placebo effect.  Did anyone else have this kind of feeling.?  Should I just give it more time to kick in.?  Its not an inexpensive drug to keep taking if it doesn't work. I hope I am wrong and the weight loss will start happening soon as it did for some of the people I have read about."


"I've had insomnia for years. Finally had a sleep study done and it turned out I have moderate sleep apnea along with restless legs syndrome.

Was prescribed a CPAP and Trazodone. Currently taking 300mg per night. It puts me to sleep fast but I always wake up after 3 - 3.5 hours of sleep.

After reading others comments I'm considering trying 450mg to see if that will keep me asleep.

My wife can sleep 12 hours easily. Wish I could experience sleep like hers!"


"My mouth and teeth hurts so bad. I am on 70 mg I ask the  doctor he did not know and my dentist he didn't know. At bedtime I Am Still In Pain"


"I've taken this medication for about two years. Everything about it is wonderful, except the cramps I get right before my period are so intense. I wake up in the middle of the night throwing up from the pain. I've never been through or experienced anything like it and contemplate going to the ER every time it happens. It's like one intense cramp that won't let go for 30 minutes or so and typically leaves me in tears.

I've asked my doctor about it and he says it's normal, but after going through this every period, enough is finally enough. I'm going to ask to switched back to a typical 1 month dosage.

Otherwise, it's been wonderful only having a period every 3 months with little side effects!"


"I was on asacol for 10 years with no flare ups and leading a normal life. Then 2 years ago my insurance (BCBS) stopped covering it. My Doctor changed me to Lialda and I have had a nothing short of continuous colitis hell flare up for 2 years straight. 20 diarrheas a day. Stomach cramps, weight loss, explosive uncontrolled bm. My Doctor refused to write a letter of medical necessity to my insurance company so I could get back on asacol. So I was on continuous steroids which caused diabetes.
  Finally to the point of starting humira which caused e coli, c diff, nor ovirus. Recent hospitalization which I was able to get back on asacol while in the hospital. Now discharged and unable to get asacol approved for use outside of hospitalization. "


"This pill made me absolutely crazy. I'm a generally happy, outgoing person and Larin made me super depressed and I never wanted to leave my bedroom. I can't remember a day that went by that I didn't sob uncontrollably for absolutely no reason. I stopped it taking it, needless to say. It did regulate my periods and controlled acne, but other than that my life sucked. Depends on the person though."


"Diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder & GAD, I started taking this medication at 150mg. After 4-5 weeks of dry mouth, headaches, night sweats, abnormal dreams, and a slight head jerk every now and then, my anxiety had almost disappeared. I lost 10 lbs the first 2 months but eventually gained it back which I didn't mind. WB has made a huge difference with the physiological symptoms of my anxiety, meaning that I no longer feel physically uncomfortable, especially in social situations. My doc has increased my dosage to 300mg after being on 150mg for 8 months. So far after one week on the new dosage, all the initial side effects I had when I first started taking WB have returned, but with the addition of dry eyes & blurred vision."


"My acne was cleared. Extreme depression began."


"My experience with the implant has not been the best but it had done the job. I got my implant April 2015 and soon after I got it started my period and it ended like normal. 5 weeks into the implant I started my period again and this time it wasn't going away my period last 4 months and first 2 weeks were heavy bleeding and then the next few months were light bleeding and spotting. This affected my sex life as I didn't want to have sex on my period or even when I had spotting.  My situation now is I refuse to take it off as I didn't experience any weight gain depression or any other weird mood as that is caused my my family. Now about 1 year and 4 months into the implant I still get prolonged bleeding bleed for 2 months  & spotting 1 month."


"A week after I had the H1N1 "swine" flu, I was having trouble breathing (bronchitis or pneumonia?) and the ER doctor prescribed 400 mg Avelox for six days.  By the third day I was breathing much clearer, and now at day five it seems I can breathe deeper than I think I have in years.  In fact, I think my lungs are a little sore from the good deep-breathing exercise! A great benefit has been that the Avelox has also been clearing up a chronic sinus infection that I've had for years (even after surgery) - the pressure headache is gone, and the post-nasal drip is barely noticeable now.  I am not having any side effects that I can attribute directly to the medicine that I know of.  So far so good; thank you Avelox!"


"It's been okay it hasn't lowered my blood pressure as much as I had hoped it would. I am still having headaches due to high blood pressure. I am hoping it gets better."


"I will add it to the list of items called  things I'm allergic to. My wife had to stop the car for me to throw up beside the road. "


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"I was diagnose MG for three years, having plasma weekly but still not response. Currently taking cellcept, it seems response well within two days. Hopefully it help my symtoms so I don't have to have plasma weekly"


"I have been on Januvia 100 mg for about 1 year, 1 pill per day, my blood sugars ran from 124 to 138. The past 4 weeks my doctor increased it to 3 times a day, because my blood sugar started to go up to 152-240. I wish I knew what happened. My diet is the same and at first I lost weight and now am at a stand still. Maybe I should change. I have trouble sleeping and take something for that. Hope it will change soon."


"I have never experienced any hallucinogenic side effects from this drug, but I admit I've developed a nasty dependency to 100 mgs/night. It is the only sleep aid that doesn't give me cotton mouth or drowsiness the next day and works like a charm every single time.  Nothing even comes close to its effectiveness. Note:  It IS imperative that you take it at once you are in bed and ready to sleep.  After that you aren't going anywhere, no sleep walking, driving or binge eating."


"I was a major pill popper. Popping 10-15 Oxycodone HCL 30mg a day. I should be dead by now, but by the grace of God, he gave me a 2nd chance.  I have been taking Suboxone for 2 years now.  The amount and the time you need depends on each individual.  It is a miracle drug.  I can wake up in the morning now just feeling normal. I used to envy people that could do that because I knew I couldn't with out popping the 30s even before I drink my coffee.  My life was unmanageable.  I have 2 kids to live for and a family that loves me to death.  They know the real me, so kids and adults, don't think your family doesn't see the changes when you are taking pills(oxy's, Roxi's, Vics, Loracet, Loratab,Pers! Try Suboxones it really works Miracles."


"I started phentermine 37.5mg in March 2011 and weighed in at 180. By the end of April I was down 20lbs to 160. It gave me energy and really suppressed my hunger, but I had horrible dry mouth, constipation, irritability, and had to force myself to eat. Since I stopped, I have gained 10 lbs back in 7 months and is entirely my fault. I have started it back up again because to me the side effects are worth the outcome. It loses it's potency after a couple of months, but still suppresses the hunger more than without it. As long as I am dedicated to the program, I should be able to take off the 10lbs I gained and then some within 2 months time. My realistic goal weight is 145 and is totally doable with healthy habits."


"This was by far easier than the Miralax I had to do for my first prep. I read a lot of reviews on how to make this prep easier and I will for sure share what helped me.
1.) refrigerate it
2.) use water to mix as instructed
3.) add crystal light lemonade packet
4.) drink through straw. Don't chug
5.) bite a lemon every few sips to clear the taste
It started working within 25 mins.
The flood gates have opened"


"Gain weight so much, feels like I'm always hungry.... Waited too long to switch I was 123lbs now 151 ......."


"I have been on this drug for about a year. I went up to the highest dose I could (225mg). A year later, I started feeling better. Little did I know, that this drug would give me bad headaches, night terrors, constant over sweating and weight gain. The over sweating is unbearable, if its hot outside, don't bother wearing make up, it will come right off. You'll be sweating buckets while no one else has shed a single drop. The weight gain ruined my self esteem as well. If I would have known these side effects, I would have never started it. I am currently going off the drug and I am bracing my self for the days following my dose going to 0mg."


"I was diagnosed 13 yrs ago my doctor at the time told me to take Valtrex for a year. I did and have not had an outbreak in 13 yrs. Neither did my ex from 10 year relationship get the disease. I believe if one eats healthy, tries to stay stress free you may not need to take it daily for your entire life. But that is my experience. It is a truly wonderful medicine!"


"I  started  Wellbutrin ER a few months ago for depression. I had no energy and wanted to do nothing.  It has helped so much with the depression but my hands tremor.  I tried cutting back to once a day and couldn't tell much difference in the tremors. I asked my doctor to give me the XR (150mg)  so that I could take it just once a day. I  felt like I was going to jump out of my skin. I could even feel my lips quivering.  I like that it makes me feel better but don't like the tremors. I can't find anything documented as to whether they will go away in time or continue as long as I take it. I haven't taken it today and I have no tremors."


"I started on the Depo shot right before I entered college and it has been the best experience ever, mainly because I don't have any more periods. For the first 6 months, I had lighter and shorter periods without the awful cramps. And now after being on it for almost 2 years, I haven't had a period in a year and a half! I only went on birth control because I was scared of getting pregnant in college, but I would truly recommend this to anyone who is fed up dealing with period cramps and other inconveniences. Also, for any other college students, most universities will only charge $30 for the shot and injection, but since I already had the prescription from my doctor and my insurance, they only charged me $10 for the lab injection."


"I'm on Faslodex and Ibrance. My cancer was in my lymph nodes near my clavicle, on T10, T11, T12, L5, on my Sacrum and spread around my pelvis in a lot of little spots, plus it was in my hip joint. My organs were spared, but it was scary since it was in my lymph nodes. I've been on Faslodex since August 2016 and I started Ibrance in September 2016. In just two months, all of my lesions have shrunk and there's no new metabolic activity surrounding what remains. I take my Ibrance at night and don't feel dizzy or nauseous. I don't feel too great if I eat too much, but as long as I eat light meals, my energy is good and I feel normal. I do feel fatigued from time to time, but a quick nap leaves me feeling refreshed."


"I got it in August 2011 and I never had any serious issues other then irregular periods but now after my 3 years is coming to an end I am in so much discomfort. I have literally been cramping for a week straight, I have no appetite, and I'm also nauseous. The signs I have you would think I was pregnant. I've read from many sites that its common for women to relate their experience to feeling like they are pregnant. Well I find this to be so bad that I will not get it again which is sad because I love it for the last 3 years. Needless to say despite the negatives it does the job and I never had a scare in 3 years it is seriously worry free."


"I have bad side effects from all antibiotics, which is why I ended up with a long-standing urinary tract infection. I was given Bactrim DS by my doctor. I was really afraid to take this medications, so I cut a pill in half. I also took 1/4 of a Phenergan to help with possible nausea. I was fine all day. No side effects at all until about 4 hours in. Then I developed extreme body aches, especially stiff neck and a low grade fever (which lasted 3 days). I didn't take another one, checked my urine with a dipstick and it was clear. Unfortunately the urinary tract infection came back the next day because I didn't take enough. I tried 1/4 of a pill and had the same side effects 4 hours later. No more of those for me. Going back to the doctor for something else."


"I had chronic insomnia and the Doctor tried Ambien, Lunesta, and some other hypnotic which the name escapes me right now. Those drugs (for me anyway) are worthless. I would get up in morning and find a mess in kitchen, (I live alone) and no memory of fixing food. Furthermore, began having terrible dreams/nightmares. So Doctor tried me on Dalmane, he said it has been on market for many years. It worked great. No 'hangover'. Slept 6 hours straight for first time in months."


"I took this pill about 20 hours after "unprotected sex". I had absolutely no side effects for about a week, but then my breasts hurt and became enlarged, I was constantly bloated, constipated, and had horrible back pains and cramping. I was completely stressed out and scared I might be pregnant after freaking myself out reading about pregnancy signs. However, my period came today and I've never been so happy! The flow is normal but with more cramping than usual. Overall, I am very pleased with this product! It is way less expensive than a baby, and I am never having sex without protection again! But don't worry ladies..It'll be ok!"


"Psychiatrist put me back on 25mg ER per day, after using all the others. Xanax withdrawals were the worst. Diazepam for me is much better. Fish Oil capsules help a lot. Prozac caused hair loss. Zoloft horrible. Extended release is the way to go.
For sleep I prefer temazapam.
Never use diazepam to sleep."


"I've had Skyla for 4 weeks now. Yes insertion is very uncomfortable but it is worth it. I only had cramps the first 3 days after insertion and yes those were uncomfortable too but they stopped. I spotted for about a week after insertion and I have not had any bleeding since. I also have noticed a serious improvement in lubrication (I was on nuvaring) so sex is more enjoyable. Overall, I would recommend! Also, my boyfriend cannot feel the string and I can't tell it's there."


"Can't lose weight on Levoxyl. I sweat profusely, have brain fog, fatigue and so many symptoms of hypo. "


"Both of my parents suffer (ed) from Alzheimer's.  My mother died last summer, 8 years after her diagnosis and never took any medication except for Lorazapam.  My Dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 6 months ago
 He began taking Ariecpt in November and Mamantadine in December. In five moths he has degenerated so rapidly that he is functioning at the same level as my mom was at in her last year of the disease. Every time the dose is increased he gets exponentially worse its noticeable almost daily.  I am in the process of titration him off both. I wish I would have research it better. I thought that was the doctors job. This is the first online review I have written. Grateful to hear that I'm not imagining these side effects. Thanks"


"Hey ladies,
My first pregnancy was a breeze! Then I got pregnant with this one and at 5 weeks we found out because I was so sick I was vomiting at least 5 times a day. I finally asked my Dr. for help due to being concerned about my baby getting nutrients and food. He prescribed me Reglan 10mg and I take it 4 times a day -30 minutes before I eat and IT IS AMAZING! It does take about 25/30 minutes to kick in. I dont have any side effects yet and I hope it stays that way. So far I have been taking it for almost 4 weeks."


"This gel was prescribed to me to help wean me off of strong dose of anti-inflammatory.  I have a bone bruise on my knee and the orthopedic doctor said it will take a year to heal.  I am unable to do my usual 4 miles on the treadmill or even walk around the block.  When I ease off the anti-inflammatory medicine, my knee swells up and I can barely walk.  This has not helped my knee that much. However, I have started to use it for some swelling/pain in my thumb and I also have some lower back and neck pain and it helps."


"Honestly, this medicine has been life changing for me. Before I used it, my acne was awful, mostly on my forehead but all around the rest of my face, too. My dermatologist prescribed it to me and within a month of using it my acne completely cleared up. Now three years later, I still use it and my face remains acne free!"


"I suffer from cold sores once a year usually October or  November but I find Abreva works well when first signs of cold sore appear. I can't ever seem to catch it at the "first tingle" usually wake up with one trying to pop out. I immediately throw on some Abreva then take some lysine pills and some Vitamin c. Seems to heal it fast . In like 3 days. If the blister sadly appears I use Abreva every other hour and take 2 lysine pills every other 4 hours. "


"I was diagnosed with MS at 41 in 1998..I was relieved when my doctor recommended the once a week shot Avonex thinking it would be the  easiest.  Not so...bad side effects.  I went from cane to walker to wheel chair to hospital all in the few years I was on it. Just before I  went into the hospital I went on 20 mg seven days a week of copaxone. It gave me my life back.  I then went from wheel chair to walker to cane and then nothing in about two years time.. I've now been on it for 17 years with no major relapses. Not a day goes by that I don't feel the effects of MS but nothing compared to what it was before copaxone.."


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"I have been suffering with insomnia for quite some time and have taken Ambien then finally Lunesta. The medication just didn't agree with me. I would often wake up in the middle of the night with a bad taste in my mouth and a nasty headache. When I did sleep, I would be washed out the morning after and very angry, irritable. I was becoming a different person and felt very sad. My fuse was short. Ask my family. I asked my doctor about Silenor and he gave me 3mg sample to try. I have never slept better in a long time. I woke up feeling fresh without the drowsy symptoms I had to put up with while taking Lunesta. No more attitude problem. Family loves me again. Also, I was a nut while on Ambien so forget that. I will stick with Silenor now."


"I've been on Trinessa for a year now. I went to the doctor because I had horrible cramps. The pain from the cramps made me vomit and have diarrhea. In the first 2 months or so of starting Trinessa I had spotting. After this it was gone. My period came every 31 days or so (which was how it was before birth control) for 6 months. After six months on being on Trinessa my period regulated to exactly every 28 days. Triness has definitely made my period cramps lighter, which is great. I just take two Aleve before and during my period and I feel better. I have not gained any weight from it. But I have noticed my sex drive is way lower. If you take two pills at once because you missed one, be careful! You may get nausea."


"Clindesse didn't work for me -- and it sure was expensive!  My doctor prescribed it rather than a less expensive alternative because it's a one-dose treatment.  Worked for about a month the first time, then back to doctor.  Second time it worked for a week.  Wasted a lot of money."


"I've been on Lexapro for two weeks now and I can definitely say that my life has been so much better. I'm on 10 mg and I take one every day. I haven't had any negative side effects expect on my first day taking it I felt dizzy and a little spaced out but they subsided by day 3. Lexapro saved my life! I use to cry everyday and think so much but now all of that has stopped. I'm feeling better, sleeping better; life is just better. Give it a try if you have depression/anxiety."


"I love this stuff! I am a smoker so am prone to getting bronchitis more.  Getting sick stinks but when i get bronchitis which is almost every year i get this med and by the 2nd or 3rd day am feeling much better and by day 4 I don't really feel like am sick anymore but you need to finish the meds! That is the must.  A have also been told that it might not work the first time around so you need to take a 2nd round of the meds. I call it the miracle drug!"


"This has helped me A LOT!"


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


"Barely stopped symptoms then two days after ending RX came right back."


"I've got very mixed feelings about my implanon.  Had it in for over 6 months and not a hint of a period. No spotting or bleeding whatsoever = awesome!  I'm more emotionally stable - no more crying every month with my period = great!  However, I have put on approx 8kg despite no change to eating habits or exercise = depressed! Plus it hurt for a few days after it was put in.  Previously I was on the pill for 25yrs and my weight was mostly stable I wore the same size work uniform for 7 yrs - but now I've had to go up a size and the new uniforms are getting tight already.  I love not having to remember to take the pill, but I'm seriously considering having the implanon taken out and going back to the pill.  The weight gain is just too big a pr"


"I have GAD, PTSD, Adult ADD, Bi-polar & crippling panic attacks aka Panic Disorder. I was diagnosed with panic disorder at the age of 7. It ruins my life. I took klonopin for 7 years threw middle and high school. It worked okay but I always felt like something else could work better. I have been on Prozac, cymbalta, latuda, visteril, lexapro, Effexor, amnitriptalyne, celexa, Paxil, lyrica, neurontin, depakote, seroquel and risperdal. Nothing EVER worked. I finally am on a routine of; 40mg Prozac, 25mg amnitriptalyne, 40mg adderall a day, .5mg klonopin 4X daily, .5mg of halcion for insomnia. My doc recently changed me to 1mg Xanax 3X daily and it has been a lifesaver. I don't feel like a zombie and my mood has evened out!! Love it so much."


"Doctor put me on depo provera to try and help with my heavy periods. I bleed constantly. Doctor then gave me another shot 10 weeks later saying it should get better now. Well she was wrong it was the worst bleeding in my life so heavy huge clots nothing would stop the bleeding after 6 months I had to get an ablation done. It saved me for awhile but I ended up with a hysterectomy which was the best decision of my life but wouldn't of had these decisions if I didn't have the depo shot. Was the worst experience of my life and from it ended up losing my fertility by age 37  luckily I had already had my kids. Hey everyone is different and reacts differently.  But my experience with depo was very traumatic worst thing in the world."


"I got my skyla IUD inserted today! It was nothing like I had read on the reviews. I had read that it was very painful, that I had to take ibuprofen before I went in, etc. Well, I remembered I had to take ibuprofen once I was in there. (It was too late so I didn't take anything) my DR. Told me he was going to take a look at my cervix & honestly that was the most painful part (which wasn't even that  painful) It was like a very slight cramp. The procedure took about five minutes and I was out! Very fast and I'm safe for the next three years! Woo hoo!"


"I have been on Visitril for a little over a week now and I have to say that it has been an overall therapeutic and positive experience. I was on Lexapro (escitolopram) for almost 3 months and found that the medicine would make me pretty anxious though did level me out during a very rocky time in my life . I chose to start taking Visitril since the lexapro wasn't effective in ways I wanted and now on 50mg to 100 mg a day, I can say that it is easier to be focused on things that I really care about and I can usually notice the subtle change in my body when it stops working (in my stomach primarily) and I'll pop another one and will stay pretty level as long as it is in my system."


"I have been on Mirena for 4 years now. It has been good so far, I have not had a period or spotting in almost 4 years. I haven't gained any weight (but I do feel bloated from time to time). The only down side is my sex drive has nose dived. I used to ALWAYS be ready to go another round but now I have no interest which causes me to get a little moody but the positive out weighs the negative."


"Best drug I've ever tried for anxiety, took lorazepam for a while which completely eradicated my anxiety whereas this just brings it down so low my anxious thoughts come and I'm able to deal with them by myself in a rational way! I'm waking up happy and refreshed and I'm sleeping better and even having less headaches and period pain. Do not know what I did without this drug. Absolutely amazing."


"I have been using the medication for almost 3 weeks and have lost 10 lbs. I'm also doing cardio every other night for 30 minutes, and dumbbell/weights every other night (but that's a fairly light routine).  I'm also eating a LOT of protein and have cut out simple carbs/sugar entirely. Will slowly bring those back into my diet next week.

I did try the HCG diet (along with a VLCD) a few months back and lost over 20 lbs, but that was a HARD diet. This is much easier to manage and doesn't intrude on your lifestyle to the same extent.

Since I'm only now 12 lbs above a BMI of 25, I'm sure I won't be able to take it for much longer...maybe another 3 weeks), as i will be on the high-end, but still in the "healthy" range within 3 weeks."


"Got great relief after about 5 days. Don't know how I would have survived back spasms without it.

To protect your gut from ulcers etc, you need to ask your doctor to also prescribe a drug called Nexium and take that in the morning and take the Mobic in the evening with food.

Shame it is not good to take this drug long term though."


"I felt better right away on 10 mg. My problems were not overwhelming me anymore. I stopped obsessing. However, side effect was not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep. I am now up to the 20 mg dose. Still doing alright. Doctor prescribed Ambien. When I skip a day of Viibryd anxiety and agitation comes back. I am in a bad marriage and am contemplating divorce after 43 years.  No wonder that I have anxiety and felt like I was falling apart."


"This medicine was the only effective aid I ever tried while quitting smoking.  I previously used the patch, cold turkey, step down method, candy, nicotine gum, and Wellbutrin.  I smoked for over 20 years and none of those other things helped.  I quit after using Chantix for two months, and I have only had two cigarettes in the last six months.  I still miss smoking sometimes, but even after those two I had recently (while out drinking) I haven't felt COMPELLED to smoke like I was before.  Be warned: the few times I took the morning dose before eating (at least an English muffin's worth of food) I felt awful.  Also, I LIKE vivid dreams so they didn't bother me but they were VERY vivid and could have been disturbing but I knew I was dreaming."


"I got the Implanton ... The insertion wasn't too painful the numbing stuff they put in first hurt the worst! I had a lot of spotting at first but now I don't really have a period at all. I have noticed a little weight gain but nothing too bad. The worst side effect is my loss in sex drive. It is GONE but I'm hoping for my boyfriends sake it comes back. All in all I like the Implanon and think that it is a great choice for someone like me who will not remember to take a pill at the same time every day."


"I've been on Lamictal for 8 years and am seizure free with no side effects. The only problem I encountered was that I had a seizure the day after my daughter was born because my dosage post-pregnancy was too low. For those planning to have children, I'm happy to say my daughter had no birth defects. However, I chose not to breast feed her because the medicine would pass to her body. Overall, I'm incredibly happy."


"This was a horrid purchase.  I so hope other women read the reviews before purchasing!"


"This makes the acne into white heads
and then the next couple days it vanishes. Be sure to clean face with dove soap before and only use Epiduo every couple days."


"I was on it for 18 months. It was like taking a shot of the flu every week. The side effects never got better. After massive amounts of research, I finally went to supplements, healthy eating, mindfulness, taking toxins out of my daily life, exercise and of course prayer. I still live with my MS symptoms, but, I will work out at the gym, I will ride my bike 100 miles this week and continue working  productively.  Don't ever give up!"


"In 2013 summertime, I have "Repair of Ascending Aortic Aneurysm" operation.  The 50 mg Metoprolol is one of the main medication that help me in heart rate and hypertension.

The Norvasc and Hydrochorlthadize are other medication that cannot without it .  But the Diovan makes my heart uncomfortable. It took me a year to figured out.//"


"I should give it a 10 rating for effectiveness. I've been feeling sick yesterday and the doc gave me this to release whatever was in me. I took one pill around 4pm. An hour later, cramps, nausea, diarrhea. Until today, thanksgiving. Every drop of water is just shooting out of me again. I had a banana for breakfast but the pain almost killed me. There is no way I get to eat anything of the thanksgiving dinner today. Thanks!!

So far I've been running to the toilet every 30 minutes, even at night. Thanks again."


"I have a bulging disc @ L5 & S1, also causing sciatica pain. The disc is impinging on a nerve causing numbness and tingling in my lower leg and foot. At times there are spasms that can hurt so bad I will actually jump up out of my chair or sit straight up in bed out of a dead sleep. I have been on pain medicines alone, pain medicines along with muscle relaxers and muscle relaxers alone. I prefer the muscle relaxers alone because they don't seem to make me feel so bad during the day and I can still function and take care of my household. Guess I will find out if that still works after surgery, that is if they decide I need it, I really hope we can find another option to "fix" my back for now."


"I'm eighteen, and I've had bad acne for all of my life; constant zits around my mouth, on my chin and forehead, and lots of blackheads on my nose, and my skin type was really frustrating; oily and greasy, yet dry all the time. Wash your face with water as hot as you can stand it for a while, or try steaming it, then slap some of the Lady Soma "Antioxidant Berry Masque"; it's incredible.

It will dry on your skin;  then wash it off.  If you have red irritating pimples, you'll notice a change overnight; and if you use it every night, your skin will rock. The cool thing is, Accutane also shrinks and minimizes the little pocks that zits leave in your face; I used to have them really bad under my eyes, they're almost non-existant now."


"I have been using Tretenoin for almost 3 weeks. My face is getting worse, I really don't know what to do? My derma told me this is only normal. What I need to do now is to calm myself and be patient. God heal me. "


"Suffered from chronic sinusitis for over a year. Couldn't breath through my nose and daily headaches, brain fog and congestion plagued my life. Numerous antibiotics didn't work.

Got given 5 days of this tablet (30mg) and within hours it works. The swelling reduced, I could breath and my sinuses cleared in 3 days!

The downside is it sent my anxiety through the roof and I didn't sleep for a week but after a year of chronic sinus problems it was nothing!!

Try it :)"


"Started phentermine on September 6, 2013 weighing at 183.5lbs. I had my appointment at my doctors today and I weighed in at 164.4lbs. I have lost close to 20 lbs in 1 month. I am taking the 37.5 mg pill in the morning and 1/2 at noon. Side effects are dry mouth but I drink lots of water, which is good for me anyway. My goal is 135 lbs and I work out 1 hr 5 days a week."


"Hello! I am a nurse and I suffer from anxiety and depression from very early age. I used many antidepressants through the years, but nothing was as helpful such as diazepam. It's a miracle drug.Finaly, maby in first timemy life l am filling calm and so secure   Because I am a nurse I was very afraid to take this kind of drugs, because I listened many times that this kind of drugs, called benzodiazepines can create an addiction  in a very short time, but my psychotherapist told me: "yes, that's kind of drugs can be addictive, but who cares if it make you to feel good? It not working such narcotic drugs- usually you don't need to take larger amounts of drug through the years in order to receive the same influence.""


"I have been using Epiduo for 10 weeks now along with Solodyn, a slow release antibiotic for adult acne. The results have been pretty good. I do see a big change in my skin. No more big gnarly looking zits on my face. The cream seems to be removing dead skin cells so the gunk that has been deep in my pores can surface. The first week or so of using this cream my face felt so greasy. I just figured it was bringing oils out of the pores. During the first month my skin did burn off and on. It did not burn when I put it on, it would burn later or the following day when I would try to moisturize. The burning did get a little intense but it was totally tolerable. To this day I still have issue putting moisturizer on around my eyes."


"Saved my life. Struggled with opiate addiction for years, and now I no longer have cravings, and a bonus side-effect is that it helps my chronic (fibromyalgia) pain. Only side-effect that is really bothersome is constipation."


"I have depended on opiates  for 16 years. I learned to shoot up my pills after about 2 years of snorting them. I continued this IV use for the last 7 years I used. I was just about totally broke. I lost my home & everything I worked all my life to attain. I was tired of having to worry about getting dope sick. I tired of the constant search for pills or heroin. I was easily using 20 pills a day. I was going through a much as $600 every day. I thought I was too far gone to ever get back & last a normal (ish) life. I thought I'd have to stop breathing to stop using. After a failed suicide attempt, I went to rehab. Today I am 3 days away from 900 days clean. It's a miracle!"


"My doctor explained everything and I read a brochure before receiving the implant. It's a personal decision I made and when going into it I knew that every women reacts to it physically and mentally differently! I wish there was a way they could tell you how your body would react to it before hand but they can't lol! I recommend giving it a try but it's not for me , I had it removed 6 months in. The number one reason why was because I bled since the day I got it put In, and that is just NO way to live . I had happy moments and really angry moments on it , I started getting acne on my face which I'm not use to , my anxiety was off the roof and I gained at least 15 pounds which I didn't need considering I just had a baby at the time!"


"I have been taking Requip for almost as long as it has been out. Yes, it is a God send for me. My RLS was so bad I would cry myself to sleep and if I was in a movie, church, or at a play I could not sit through the whole thing. I just only hope someday they will find out what causes this. I have to take 4mg a day. I take one in the morning and 1 in the mid to late afternoon and then the other 2 about 30 mins before going to bed. It feels so good to sleep all night but now I also found out peripheral neuropathy and have to take medication for that too. But as long as I take as the doctor orders I do fine. I feel for everyone who has RLS."


"After two valiant attempts to get past the adverse effects, I'm finished with Depakote. The first attempt lasted a week; as it can exaggerate the effects of other meds, I became so drowsy I couldn't drive. For the second attempt, it wasn't combined with any other medication and lasted 3 weeks. I felt continually agitated and anxious, began to quickly gain weight, had terrible gas and was going to the bathroom 4-5 times a day. Additionally, my hair began to fall out so quickly, even my husband noticed (and he's NOT very observant!). The most disturbing symptom was the frequent presence of pronounced, irregular heart beats and at least one near-syncopal episode. All this in just 21 days-
 thanks but no thanks!"


"I have used anything from chlorpheniramine to claritin to zyrtec and then telfast by far telfast is the only one that didn't make me overly drowsy.

Just this morning I woke up feeling miserable stuck nose and sneezing like over 10 times and heavy headed. I popped a pill and went to work and within an hour I was almost good as new. Throughout the day I was very productive and not once dozy. With my nose not running a bit, I even had the energy to run a 10km in the evening myself!!!"


"I have been taking this pill for a good 4 months now. My breasts were very tender for the first two months and mood swings were horrible. I snapped at my boyfriend about everything. Periods do come within a day of when they are supposed to which is a plus and knock on wood I am still not pregnant. Also... my acne is NOT gone! It hasn't helped my face at all! My back and chest are much better but my face hasn't gotten any help. One other thing...it didn't seem to help any with cramps but mine were always mild in general so I don't know how much more it could be reduced."


"I have suffered with sciatica and spinal stenosis for over 6 years. I have a pinched nerve and have a numb left foot and back of leg plus pain all the time. I also have TMJ and developed Trigeminal Neuralgia for which my Dr prescribed 2.5 mg Diazepam. Not only did it help with that problem but has given me relief from my back pain. My only regret is no doctors suggested this to me years ago. They could have saved me years of pain and misery. I just hope my Dr will always be willing to prescribe this for me."


"I've been on this medication for 4 months and it has been awful. I originally got on it for my horrible stomach cramps and my irregular period. I will say that it has regulated my period and even made it light which has been great. But I have been sick almost daily. I have gained a bit of weight since I started taking it 4 months ago. I have awful headaches every day as well as stomach cramps. I would not recommend this medication at all!!!!!!!"


"I had to go to the ER due to horrible stomach pains and was told I was 'plugged up' and needed laxatives. The ER doctor prescribed me Miralax and so far it's done nothing. Literally. It's been the three days they speak of on the back of the bottle, and I still can't go properly. I've been guzzling water like crazy, and not only does that make me nauseous (plain water is so freaking gross) and apple juice. I was told by the ER doc to take it once a day, then I called an gastroenterologist and she told me to take it at least 4 times a day.
We'll see, but so far this product has done nothing for me."


"GREAT, no problems at all and the medication works like a charm."


"25yr. Female. I started taking 10mg of Celexa after experiencing severe depression. I was having harmful thoughts, insomnia and anxiety in all aspects of life. I finally succumbed to the fact, I needed to take medication because therapy, exercise, positive thoughts and other outlets were not working. The first few weeks sucked. I had severe insomnia, couldn't eat and felt ramped up and clenched my teeth when I did sleep. I never had the zombie experience though. But a few weeks later, the world seemed more clear & happy. Celexa did nothing for my anxiety, I had to add Klonopin, but it worked for my mood swings and depression. I would go on it again if I had to. Just remember everyone has different brain chemistry."


"I took My Way 24 hours after intercourse and still got pregnant. I had no side affects. It was like I had taken nothing at all."


"Despite all the side effects that are plaguing other users, I believe Cipro is worth a try - it is the most effective antibiotic I have been prescribed for UTI, and I experience little to no side effects. The only time I tried to take Macrobid, I experienced fever, nausea, muscle pain, dizziness, and had to call in sick to work last-minute because I'd slept through the whole day prior. So considering alternatives, I trust Cipro for MY use."


"I have diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis with 24-7 all over pain. My lower back pain is very severe and cannot be helped by surgery due to the extent of damage there. I am usually unable to walk due to the pain in my back, hips, knees and leg muscles. I take Ultram 100. My doctor prescribed it starting with 1 at night for 3 days, then 2 for 3 days, then up to 3 per day. I do fine with 2 and received an amazing amount of relief and sleep. I am very sensitive to pain medicine, very hard to take.

I prefer to just take 1 now mostly and also take Ibuprofen during the day as well. It helps excessive pain and headache. "


"Avoid this like the plague! I have had irreversible damage to my metabolic system because of this medication including my thyroid. Evidence came out after the medications release that they hid these symptoms to get a quick release. Gained 30lbs in 2 months on this. I weaned off 10 years ago and am still dealing with the ramifications of this drug. Not worth it."


"After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's (awful ideopathic urticaria/welts from being touched), I was told to try generic Synthroid.  My rashes disappeared.  Months later, I did a self-trial and came to find out it caused my awful acid reflux (so bad I was screaming and wrenching in pain), so it was a choice of off Synthroid totally or try Tirosint.  My TSH and other levels are great and no more daily acid relux.  Thank you, Tirosint!"


"Cymbalta literally saved my life. After going through 6 psychiatrists and countless other antidepressant attempts, this is the one that finally worked. I promise that if you hold on and keep fighting something will work for you and you can heal. Depression is never permanant."


"I went from a virus load of 70.000 to 0 within only 3 week.

I recognize no side effects."


"Stelara was just as effective as the other Biologics (Enbrel, Humira), a bit inconvenient is the Dr. visit for the injection, but it is better controlled in this application.  Great medicine for psoriasis, been on it for 3 years and just recently getting headaches (5 days since injection)...I'll give another 48 hrs, then I'll check in with my Dr.  I am still sold on this medication, wonderful break through."


"Having started on the mini pill about 6 months ago my acne reared its ugly head very badly again, I went to the doctors and was put on antibiotics for a few months, this worked amazingly after a couple of months and I was thrilled. However I started having bad side effects from being on these for too long so stopped the treatment, within about two weeks I was having major break outs again, so depressing!! I went back to the doctors, she prescribed me epiduo. I was initially nervous about this treatment from reading reviews, but the doctor told me to start by only applying the cream a couple of times a week to let my skin get used to it, and to make sure I moisturised. It worked from first use pretty much and I'm so happy!!"


"im on day 22 and am now smoke free. Within 1 week I weaned myself with the help of chantix to appx 5 per day compared to 10-12 daily. Weeks 2-3 I only smoked 4 on a bad day and 2 on a great day. I'm not moody and crabby at all and no physical withdrawal symptoms. Only mental, which I'm overcoming everyday."


"Have had no hot flushes since using Climara. Skin looks better. Noticed all tissues were thinning out after hysterectomy  and all have returned to normal. My patch stays on all week now that I have had time to figure out best method. Apply to clean dry skin, put patch on, press firmly then make a circle (using fingers) around and around on patch. Once I have pressed it stays on all week. Takes about 40-45 seconds to make sure it sticks. Very simple."


"This is really good"


"To the person who recommended NeoCitran, do not take NeoCitran if you're taking Paxil or any other SSRI, unless the form of NeoCitran doesn't contain Dextromethorphan. These two medicines have a major interaction that could cause serotonin syndrome, which is relevant to my review of Paxil.
My experience with Paxil so far hasn't been the best. Side effects have been pretty bad, and as I also have ADHD, taking both Paxil and Vyvanse has lead to some serotonin syndrome-like symptoms. I got mild serotonin syndrome a few days after I started taking Paxil, because I had been taking both Paxil and Vyvanse in the morning. I find that if I take Paxil at least 12 hours after Vyvanse, the side effects are minimal and haven't had any further problems."


"Okay so this is my first time having a YI I'm 17 and I was so scared at first! I told my sister my situation and she recommended the monistat 7 saying the others didn't work. Well I'm on night 4 right now and that pain is so horrible! The fact that you have to take the cream before bed makes it really hard for me to fall asleep. The pain gets so bad I have to distract myself so I won't burst out into tears. This has been such a long week and I dread every night I have to go to bed "


"My doctor has just started me on Tizanidine. I can tell the difference already. I have already tried several different medicines for my lower back problems, but Tizanidine has eased the pain well enough for me to get to sleep at night and wake more rested in the morning."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I was on Safyral for 4 month. I had a break-through bleeding the first month, then it stopped (Which was very fast for me! It was great). However, my acne increased and I was tired all the time. Also, I had terribly sore breasts and white vaginal discharge every last week of active pills. My periods became much lighter with less cramps. When I stopped taking the pill, my acne was 90% gone the next day! I couldn't believe it! My face looked cleaner than before I started this pill. I was off the pill for a month, and my acne still is very small (Which is good, because I used to have bad breakouts). Couple of days ago started taking LoEstrin 24, will see what it does."


"This medicine helps me relax won't feel drowsy at all the next day or feel honesty rested the next day"


"After 2 days of treatment on Geodon I started to hallucinate and panic.  I was so scared that I was going to stay that way permanently. "


"I have no clue what is wrong with me. After three months I am still suffering from constant urge to pee / frequency.  I had the sensitive urine cultures and oddly enough bacteria was found. Funny how you can't find any bacteria with a regular test. I don't have pain yet just frequency and no leaks!  So I'm going for another opinion because all bacteria is gone. Doc says just residual inflammation. Come on now! I doubt it.  So I take pyridium whenever I flare bad. It helps cut the frequency to 1 time every 1.5-2 hours or even longer. It's amazing. Yes I pee less and love it!  Without it, I go 5 times in one hour. Makes me so sad"


"I was given 5 mg to take the night before a dental visit as I have severe anxiety and 5 mg to take an hour before the appt. I took the 5 mg of Valium in place of my Xanax and within 4 hours was throwing up and having the worst panic attacks. Had to call my doctor for Phenergan to stop the vomiting."


"Due to start second cycle of injections. Still get hot flush (blasting), headaches, extreme fatigue, very sore bones as well as difficulty in sleeping. I was diagnosed with CMML approx 2 yrs ago and now at next stage phase 2. The azacitidine is a 6 month trial and if not positive in results then its a bone marrow transplant.  Fingers crossed."


"I have been on this pill for about 8 months because I had very bad cramps. It made the cramps completely go away and my periods only last 3 days. However I gained 10 pounds because the pill has made me have a larger appetite and makes me crave food all the time. I eat very healthy and exercise but the weight just wont come off. My doctor also told me this is because this pill makes you retain a lot of water which makes you bloated. "


"I have been on this for 5 weeks. No side effects. No benefits whatsoever."


"For me personally, the weight gain WAS dose-related. I gained over 200 lbs. by the time I got up to 600mg a day.  Even so, it does wonders for my schizo-affective and depression disorders."


"It was the best."


"I have been taking this medication for 3 weeks and I have not notice any changes. I was on phentermine 37.5 and had much better results. I think I am going back to phentermine. Besides this medicine cost way to much...."


"I hate this thing I been bleeding for months now I have never had acne and now its terrible! MY hair is falling out, I gained so much weight and I am so unhappy. I am taking it off in Friday  i do not recommend  this  method!"


"On Aubagio for 18 months. My rating is for oral use and no new recent lesions on MRI results only. Had MS for 12 years, I am 49. Started on Rebif 3 yrs, then Copaxone 1.5, had horrible skin irritation on both so then Tysabri for almost 8 years. LOVED Tysabri!! Unfortunately tested JC Virus + and had too many risk factors so had to go off of it. I am not a fan of Aubagio. All these symptoms are since starting Aubagio: Numbness/tingling in hands/arms, legs/feet, bladder issues, vision issues (can hardly drive at night anymore), no energy, headaches, and overall just do not feel like myself. So far no new lesions, but a host of side effects. Not sure it's worth it. Do your research!"


"I had allowed to let alcohol take my life from one that most would kill for and  now into the hell I knew 6 months ago. I had lost just about everything so that I could drink alone and keep getting that feeling feeling of ease that alcohol brought me. If I  had I not been prescribed antibuse and started taking it I am confidant that I would either be dead or in jail right now.
I have been taking the medication now for 6 months and have not drank. This miricle medication combined with AA and spiritual fellowship have very quickly turned my life back in the direction that it should have been going for the past 2 years.
I have suffered no major side effects other than a lack of cravings."


"I had the Mirena 1st inserted with great pain in 2006.  After the initial pain of the insertion it was a miracle!  After a lifetime of heavy and irregular periods I actually stopped having periods.  After 5 yrs I had it replaced.  My new Dr. did the removal and insertion of the new Mirena under general anesthesia.   For the first year all was great. Then the unexplained spotting began..I was told it was stress... then bleeding and cramping for months that finally ended with bright red blood loss during sex... scared the heck out of my boyfriend and me... again dr told me stress was to blame.  I changed Drs and was informed that hormone changes which cause the bleeding during sex.  I am having it removed.   Too much at risk the 2nd time around."


"Got this for chronic sinus infection, works great! Took it because I couldn't breath which in turn means I couldn't sleep. But now I can't sleep because of insomnia, chest pain,  & heavy chest. Not sure I would have started this had I known."


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"I am 20 years old and have been taking this birth control for about 2 years now. In the beginning it helped my skin look very good, and I suffered from acne before getting on the pill. I did not gain any weight, maybe helped my breasts grow a little bit (half a cup size) but not too much. I have not had a period in about 5 or 6 months. I have not gotten pregnant. The doctor said it was normal for this pill because it stops the body from producing an egg and over time stops producing a lining in the uterus, therefore, with no lining or blood to shed, you do not have a period anymore. The doctor also said that it is safe and as soon as I get off the birth control I should get my period back, so hopefully there wont be any problems later."


"I was prescribed Adipex by my doctor 9/18/17 and so far so good. I do not own a scale so I am waiting on my monthly doctor visit so that he may monitor my weight loss. The first day I felt like I could run a Marathon and I did not at a thing that day, but drank a lot of water. The next couple days to a week it evened out a little better not as hyper, but enough energy to function. I am taking the 37.5 I take a a half of a pill in the morning and a half in the afternoon as prescribed by my doctor. Your doc may prescribe differently, but this does make the effects of the drug easier to handle. I started off at 250lbs ( I hate to admit) and being only 5'3 I feel terrible about my weight. I want to be at 130 when finished"


"I had almost immediate relief within 1-2 hours. Never experienced any itching and burning with this, it was the best YI medication I've ever used"


"I've been on Sprintec for almost 3 months. I have unprotected sex and I haven't gotten pregnant. It's really reliable and my periods aren't painful. Highly recommend!"


"I used this stuff on my sprained ankle after my uncle told me that his doctor recommended it for pain and inflammation. I gave it a go and I found after about 10-15 minutes the pain I had been experiencing was virtually gone. I also found that it helped heal the bruising on my ankle as well. I have fibromyalgia as well and never thought to use it on my joints, I'll for sure give it a go! The only downside to this product is it smells really bad."


"Viagra = strongest one  but terrible heartburn, watery eyes, stuffy nose and general bad feeling for about 12 hours.

Cialis = you are ready for a good 6-12 hours but 12 hours later terrible back and hip pain, stuffy nose and the symptoms can last for 2 days.

Stendra = not as strong but no side effects, everything feels more natural, a winner for me since I am married and use it twice a week.

Other thoughts:

If I was single and had a "first night date" I would use Viagra.

Never fails and it's almost "automatic rock hard" as long as you get the 1-4 hour timing right.

There is something about Cialis that helps you prolong things.

If you need help in that department give it a try, the downside is that it feels less natural."


"I used Malarone for two years in Uganda and found it to be very effective and with minimal side effects. Having used other prophylactics against malaria in other African environments long term I would recommend it for those who do not like the side effects of Lariam (mefloquine). "


"I went through 4 days of hell coming off of a 7 yrs of Percocet and 9 months of Fentanyl. I decided to check in to medical detox and they used Suboxone. Instantly all withdrawal symptoms gone! I only used it in detox and it was a Godsend! I recommend using for a very short period!!"


"No problems. I still menstruate here and there. But overall no cramping..maybe some temporary gain weight during menstruate days like usual. But overall great. I got pregnant as soon as I removed it and put it back after my second baby. And still no problems."


"I had to get on here and post my intense side effects that I haven't read anywhere as being all that common.  First of all, I'm only on day 5 and still smoking as usual.  But the past couple days I've been in soooo much physical pain its almost unbearable! My back, neck, and knees hurt so bad since starting chantix and this isn't listed as a side effect, but I've never had this problem before and I'm only 31. Also, the fatigue is so bad I'm nodding off while reading, watching movies, even driving! I'm really trying to stick it out and telling myself it's just my body adjusting to a new medication, but I'm not sure how much longer I can deal with this!"


"I am 18 years old and have had Nexplanon in for 6 months now. It is great! I always forgot to take my pill and had my hormones all over the place. When I talked to my doctor at Plan Parenthood they told me about this. My insurance at plan parenthood covered it. It only hurt for a week. This is the only birth control I use. It's great. I do now get thick periods. As if it was my discharge and period mixing. Never has happened. Has it for anyone else? Only last about a week then I don't bleed. I recommend this to any young girl who can't remeber to always take that damn pill(:"


"I am a 40 year old male who has been subject to moderate acne my entire life starting at age 13.  It has never been debilitating but it has caused certain self esteem issues (rather it has exacerbated self esteem issues).  In an effort to make this as concise as possible, 99% of all that is on the internet will all the "bad stuff" written about this drugs are NOT true.  Although my experience is one case, my case is a solid and reliable example of the true effects of Amnesteem / Accutane.  The biggest issue with this drug are the insurance companies and the constant monthly battles to get them to cover it.  Remember folks, having insurance is not the same this as having access to proper care and insurance coverage. BEST DRUG EVER!"


"I used the patch before having kids. I have now been on the patch for 2 1/2 years and LOVE IT BUT I haven't had a period in 3 months now. All Pregnancy Test Are Negative and This Is Starting To Worry Me."


"I felt obliged to review Eutroxsig, as majority of the medicine reviews you see on the web are negative. I get that certain drugs affect people differently and we want to talk about our experiences - the good and the bad.

Eutroxsig for me, has been great. It took a few months before I could notice any difference. I used to feel tired every day with an awful "hangover" feeling - and I really haven't had a day like that since. I take 50 micrograms each morning before I go for a 30 minute walk. I wait another 30 minutes before eating breakfast, and I don't take any vitamins until I've eaten lunch. I found that it makes me constipated, however taking Metamucil once per day really helps with that.

It's so good to feel normal again."


"I had sinusitis since I was in high school. My doctor prescribed me this, it took 2 weeks before it works. This medicine was great!"


"I've been taking Tri-Sprintec for 3 years and I don't have any complaints. I can predict when my period is going to come almost up to the hour so it's very nice knowing exactly when I'm going to start. Also, my periods are much shorter (4-5 days) and lighter (I only need a regular absorbency tampon on my heaviest day). I virtually have no cramps and slight breast tenderness each month. Most importantly I've never gotten pregnant and I've been sexually active the whole time I've been taking this pill. "


"Overall I've had very minimal side effects with this pill. I just finished my first pack and the only two side effects I experience were spotting (1 for about 4 days and was almost full on bleeding, and the 2nd was only about 2 days and was very light) and weight gain. I am 20, 5'1 and normally weight around 107-109 but have been weighing around 111-112 ever since starting the pill. I'm hoping the weight gain/ bloating and spotting subsides in the next 3 months of me trying this birth control but other than that it seems to be just at sufficient as any other birth control I have used."


"I've been on several medications for my ADHD and Concerta is by far the best I have tried. Ignoring the slight sleeping complications I have and the lessened need for food, this medication works well. I've found that while Concerta is in effect I'm less fidgety and anxious, and I can concentrate for longer periods of time. I really do prefer this medication over any of the others I have had."


"My 4 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD and we began the journey to find what would help.  We have tried many medications but due to his young age and small size it was hard to find anything that did not come with bad side effects. We tried Metadate 10 mg and he did REALLY well during the day but at 2 it would wear off and we were in for a rough night, the doctor tried Methylin 5 mg, but that just kept him up all night, so we started giving 10 mg of Metadate in the A.M. and a 2nd dose of 10mg at noon. It was like finding the holy grail of medicine. My son is now a funny, loving, calm little boy who the entire family (including our poor dog) loves to be around."


"I started drinking this tea when I found out I had stones in my gallbladder. Drs wanted to remove my whole gallbladder but I didn't like the idea of surgery or removing an organ. I haven't had any pain in fact I believe I passed stones in my stool. I have also lost weight since drinking it. It cleaned me out good and keeps my system clean and running. Even though its a nasty tea it has definitely helped me."


"My PSA was going up, it was up to 381.2 when I was put on Zytiga within a 2 month period my PSA was down to 2.2
some side effects, swollen legs, some loose stools and hot flashes."


"It's first time taking birth control, so I wasn't completely sure what to expect. I've been taking it for two weeks now and it has made me extremely emotional, nauseous every morning (I take the pill at night), I have no appetite, my boobs are very sore, and I've had spotting after my period for about a week now. I'd say the worst side effect is my emotional state. I went from being a completely optimistic and happy person to feeling depressed and off balance every day. I've cried almost every single day and for no reason. I hate this feeling. I don't feel like myself at all. I'm going to continue with the first three months (unless the effects worsen) only because I already paid for it, but I'll be talking to my dr about switching."


"I started Qysmia 3 days ago and I am down 3.2 lbs. The only side effect I have is dry mouth which is great because it makes me drink water all day long. I am not exercising just using my fitness pal and following a 1200 calorie diet."


"For many years I have been impulsive and that impulsiveness has led to a lot of serious problems in my life. (Some of which were legal) Seroquel has installed a "buffer" between the impulsive thought and the words/actions that come as a result. I am now able to fully analyze a thought process and decide whether or not to act on it. I have noticed a profound change in all areas of my life including my musical abilities. My family and I are now benefiting from a more calm, and appropriate person."


"I have been on Lamictal for almost 2 years. I've tried various anti-depressants to help stabilize my mood disorder, but those always seemed to make my depressive episodes worse. Lamictal gave me back my personality. I've recently lost my insurance, and cannot afford my Lamictal, and I've rapidly noticed my moods changing once again. It's a horrible feeling once I've discovered what it was like to not have constant mood changes... Lamictal is a wonderful mood stabilizer!"


"Been using for 4 years. Tried cold turkey, got through it and went back. First day of Suboxone and its great. Have my energy without needing the pills and no withdrawals. Definitely recommend."


"I started taking phentermine 37.5mg on May 5 and I have changed the way I eat but mainly just portion control and no sodas and a lot of water. I don't eat after 8pm and I have lost 6 lbs so far. However I am not experiencing the energy or the appetite suppressing that everyone says. I seem to still feel hungry even after I take the pill. I'm not going to give up - I will give it at least 3 weeks."


"Doctor said my eyes were dry and scratched.  Said to use Systane.  Now my eyes are dry, scratched, puffy, and red.  Eyes worse now then before Systane.  Will never, ever use this product again.  Into the garbage go these overpriced  eye drops.  They said other drops were all marketing - guess what, my eyes didn't get puffy and red. "


"I started taking Vicodin in 1995. Eventually I started taking Norco and Oxycodones by the handful. After 15 years I would rather live in pain than live in the opiate hell I had created. I tried the "rapid detox" program my doctor offered. It's kind of funny that a pain management MD would give you opiates for years and then try to sell you a $25k rapid detox service. Thank goodness I discovered Suboxone and a good doctor. I started at 8mg and I have tapered down to 2mg. I feel better and better every day. You have to want to be clean but the Suboxone will help more than anything available. The best part is you feel so much better after your very first dose, more energy, a better outlook and it works."


"This medication is amazing if used as designed. For years I have suffered with gripping panic attacks that turned into seizures if they were real bad.  I got to the point that I couldn't ride in a car with someone. It was bleak. I'm a young guy and avoided going out with people even girls. Lorazepam paired with (more importantly) CBT. Has turned me about 80% back to "normal" use it as needed. Do not rely on it. Was going though 30 a month, now it's 30 a year. Be responsible and talk to someone. Medication is a way out, not a crutch to use forever. Cognitive behavioral therapy is where you make real strides!! Sorry to get preachy but I dislike drug "abuse""


"I've had the implant for about 3 months now. It's worked since clearly I am not pregnant lol. That being said, I've only had 1 period since I've had it and it lasted about a week and a half. Before I got that period I had the worst cramps I've ever had. My other side effects were right after I got it I had heartburn for about 2 weeks and I was nauseous at night for a couple of days. But I powered through that and I have been completely normal now except no periods. I'm very happy I made the choice to get this implant.

Side note- I'm not a doctor and I don't know this for sure but I've kind of noticed from the many reviews I read that the majority of women who have had bad side effects are women who have had a baby and then got the implant"


"I been taking this medicine for about 3 weeks and it barely works for me. It actually caused severe drowsiness, dry mouth and dizziness. At first I chalked all that up to pregnancy till I figured it was the medicine causing this. I accidentally missed one dose and I felt horrible. The one of not many good things about this pill is its so small so it doesn't interfere with inability to swallow huge horse pills. I will be asking my obgyn for another medication so I can at least be awake throughout the day"


"I have been taking zyprexa 5 grams...a day..and I don't get any affects from pill? It keeps me mellow but not tired like everyone says? Kinda helps with mood swings..but not really! At least not for me?"


"An amazing drug

FINALLY relief! Have had shots, lidocaine pads, OTC, scripts NOTHING really provided RELIEF! Can't recall the last time I was pain free! Podiatrist prescribed for plantar fasciitis

Relieved it as well as OA in knees....small amt. twice per day, pep in,y step...finally!!"


"I chose to write this review because I read through these before I got my liletta put in yesterday. I had a baby 6 weeks ago and I felt absolutely nothing during insertion. I was on my period when I went in to have the IUD put in and it has completely ended. I had no cramping and bleeding stopped overnight. The string did bother me for a few hours mostly when I walked but I can no longer feel it when I move. I have previously used the pill and the depo shot (absolute worst decision I've ever made!) and so far after just one day this is definitely better! Everyone is different and I do tend to have a high pain tolerance, but it will also depend on the doctor. The whole procedure took 10 minutes once the doctor came in and then I was leaving!"


"Today I had some very severe back pain and after trying some other medications that did not work well at all, they gave me i.v. Ativan and the spasms stopped almost immediately."


"Took Ortho Tri Cyclen LO for 3 years, and at the same time I started it, I became engaged. Went from semi normal emotionally to severely psychotic- depression, anxiety, thoughts of suicide, etc. I chalked it up to marriage jitters. I suffered for about a year after that before I read something about birth control causing mental problems so I stopped the pill altogether. A month later I started Aviane because I was paranoid I'd get pregnant. Miraculously the bad thoughts and depression/anxiety disappeared within 2 months.  The downside is my skin is horrible since I started this pill. I had flawless skin on Orthro Tri-cyclen LO, but I will take zits over anything. If you struggle with depression I'd give this pill a try."


"Been taking for years for nausea from Irritable Bowel Syndrome etc. Works great and quickly! Get restless legs next day but that ends quickly. Heard that if taking it regularly long term you should have liver and kidneys monitored as it can do damage to them!"


"After battling insurance to finally cover this med, I can't say the improvements in depression are worth the 1,000 price tag. After trying numerous medications for over 17 years to help with depression, I was really hoping for more. I would say that as an add on to Prozac, it is only somewhat effective. At first I was pleased by the lack of noticeable side effects compared to other antipsychotics. It didn't make me groggy during the day, nor did I experience any muscle twitches. However, at about the third month on 20 mg, I began getting severe akathesia shortly after ingesting. It manifested with inner restlessness (not normal for me), anxiety, and inability to stop moving. For me, this has gotten so unpleasant that I've decided to stop it."


"I have severe bruising on my arms from very thin skin. I have debated for a long time about taking Plavix. I started taking it 9 years ago when I had a very mild heart attack and a stent in a 90% blocked artery. There was another artery that was 60% blocked which they told me should be watched. 6 months ago , I had a heart catheter and they said the blockage was gone, and they didn't know why.  My Doctor said that I should continue taking Plavix, and that stopping probably wouldn't help the bruising and thin skin.  So that is what I will do."


"So, Saxenda was effective for me for weight loss but the side effects I cannot tolerate.

 I was SO tired I could not stay awake when I get home from work.  I actually started to think something serious might be wrong with me to be this fatigued. So I stopped Saxenda and then I felt normal again --so realized that Saxenda was making me so that fatigued, I realized I don't want to feel this way to lose weight.

My insurance did not cover either.  $$$$$$"


"It worked good on my son."


"This is an update, now completed four weeks on Saxenda and experienced a 27 pound weight loss. Began at 284lbs, now 257lbs.  I'm a 55yo male and 6' tall. Now on full maintenance dose of 3.0. Still able to get through the day without feeling hungry and finding that two or three small meals per day satisfy what little appetite I have. The worst thing for me was the sensation of nausea over the first three weeks, but that has now disappeared. Still feeling a bit lethargic, hoping that will abate in time also. The cost in Australia for this medication is $380 a month and not covered by most insurance companies. I get a real boost when trying on new clothes, now one or two sizes smaller, a definite sign the medication and effort are working."


"I first was prescribed 10 mg of Belviq and was happy because none of the other pills I went on worked.  I took my first pill in the morning and it did not affect my appetite nor did I have any side effects.  After one week with no changes I started on 2 pills twice a day.  Unfortunately for me I still did not have a curbed appetite and no side effects.  I am wondering if anyone else took these same pills with no affects at all?"


"I was prescribed this medication after I  already tried lithium and seroquel. The lithium helped me a lot & the seroquel gave me bad headaches. So they put me on abilify. I could not sleep no matter what I took to help, I was restless , I threw up , my body temperature switched from hot to cold rapidly. I couldn't stand without being dizzy. It was the worst experience. My depression was better but my anxiety was insane. Definitely not worth the side effects"


"So for constipation, 10 stars! It worked fast too but if you are not taking your pain pills, do not take! I thought I'd be ok with the fentanyl patch in my system as I had not needed one of my oxycodone that day and I had horrible side effects of withdrawal symptoms, fever, chills, couldn't get warm then would sweat real bad it was terrible. I thought I had an infection again because those side effects mimic infection too. Today I really want to take one but am scared, should I take it BEFORE I take my pain pills? What works best? I'm already constipated, don't need to be feeling sick also! Thanks!"


"Hands down best BC ever for me. Have my sex drive back. Occasional breakthrough bleed but that happens with a lot of bcs. It's awesome."


"Had  good redults form Clobex. However, after two years of using it my skin is starting to thin so I can not use it no more."


"During my periods I had intense cramps and heavy bleeding.That's why I chose the convenience of this birth control.I got my inplant put in July 31st 2015. Midway in August I experienced intense pain while laying down, as if I literally was stabbed. As soon as I got up I had major shedding of my walls.September 8th I started my period, ever since than I have been bleeding. During April I went to my gyno and she ran a test stating it could be an infection. Results came back that's not the issue. I have gained almost 30lbs during this time. I'm extremely irritable and get upset over the smallest things. I'm no longer am able to self lubricat, which makes intercourse painful. Overall for me it isnt worth it."


"Love it. No period. I have gained weight but need to change my diet anyways. I have PMDD and this pill really has changed my life for the better."


"I am currently sitting on my bed with an ice pack on my vag. I used the equate brand cream. I inserted it and within 5 minutes, my vag was itching HORRIBLY! Then came the burning and this is 100 times worse than the yi. How is this even sold to the public without a warning??? DO NOT BUY THIS!"


"I found the reviews helpful,  In March I had a shot of Cortisone in my right knee.  It was effective for 5 months.  When my pain returned the doctor recommended Ortho Visc.  I had 3 treatments, each a week apart,  I had relief after a few days, but it didn't last.  I had the final injection on August 30th.  It really hurt, and I was light-headed afterwards, and could hardly walk.  The PA that gave me the last treatment had me rest until I felt OK to walk and drive.  He told me to mark 3 weeks on the calendar, at which time I  would feel no pain.  (Did that mean I would be dead?!)  After 8 days I am almost pain free!  Now to see how long it lasts."


"I started this birth control after getting into a serious relationship with my current boyfriend. The first month, my breast were so sore and tender I could barely touch them but they did get bigger! My periods became really light (very happy about) and lasted like 3 days and I only had to use a panty liner! The down side is I'm gaining weight for no reason! I'm not eating bad and I've been exercising more and I'm still putting on weight! I'm changing birth control to MicroGestin Fe."


"I've been getting Orthovisc knee injections for over 11 years, although not last year, 2015 due to no work time off.  Recently moved to Charlottesville, VA and just had my 3rd, final, injection today, 8/4/2016 (good for 6 months).  Found best orthopedic yet (I have a steel rod, torn ACL, no cartilage, bone on bone, bone spurs, left leg, started in '98 with broken tibia).  The PA at UVA, Nick, best yet, yes stings, and you feel the pressure of additional fluid for first day.  Well worth it and looking forward to wakeboarding next week, and longer hours on the slopes snowboarding this coming up ski season.  Makes a huge difference, and has always.  I'm 51, too young for full knee replacement, and not sure I want to go through that anyway."


"I had spinal fusion in lower lumbar region 9 years ago.  I was fine until August '08.  I had such severe sciatic pain doctor progressively put me on Ultram ER 200mg 1x / day.  It worked great.  Pain went away after 4 months.  I stopped taking Ultram and now I am dealing with withdrawal symptoms.  PAY ATTENTION to warnings about long term usage."


"This medication was God awful to me. I was on Lexapro for 3 years when they suddenly switched me to Effexor while slowly weaning me of the Lexapro. The first few days were hell. I couldn't sleep for more than a few hours each night and became irritable and physically ill because of it. When I finally did sleep and wake up I had one of the worst panic attacks I've ever experienced in my life. It was to the point where my family and I were afraid I would need to be hospitalized. I will NEVER EVER TAKE THIS DRUG AGAIN. I had only been taking it for 3 weeks when I had the horrible panic attack, the worst one I've ever experimeced and which the meds were supposed to be helping me with, and I am back on 20 mg of Lexapro."


"I'm starting my sixth month on Sprintec. The first month I had a decreased sex drive, and my acne basically disappeared. From then on my sex drive has increased dramatically, and the only time I might break out is the week of my period, which lasts for about three days. I didn't gain weight, get bigger breasts, nor have yeast infections or urinary tract infections. For me, this pill is amazing, though every woman reacts differently to different birth controls. I love this."


"I was on this medication for about a year and I had horrible side effects. "


"I have been on this birth control going on 5 years this May and about 2-3 years ago I noticed that I have been discharging severely (yellowish liquid) almost everyday.  Does anybody else experience this while on this BC?  Also the mood swings are terrible as well."