"I have taken Lexapro for 3 years. Crippling episodes of OCD-generated anxiety and depression have been put to rest with Lexapro. I am taking 40mg/day, which is higher than typical 20 mg/day for depression. The OCD itself is essentially gone, and what's left of it (mixed rituals and obsessions) can be very easily controlled and does not scare me at all.  I have had no episode of major OCD/anxiety/depression for 3 years, which has never happened to before (I am 49). Lexapro, together with behavioral therapy, has saved my life. I am working a great job and enjoy my family life."


"I have taken Contrave for several weeks and while it diminished my appetite, I started to really not like food at all.  Mealtimes became drudgery (and I usually love food) and I had a constant upset stomach.  I felt so miserable, I missed my gym workouts.  I stopped taking it and felt fine within a day.  It's not for me.  It's important to feel good."


"Although Roxicet is identical to Percocet and Oxycodone made by other manufacturers, the tablet is not easily split into two along its score line, and, inconveniently, a sharp, heavy knife must be used if only half a dose is required.  Oxycodone marked 512 is easier to use."


"I got Nexplanon 6wks post partum. August 2014. I have loved it! No periods, no weight gain, no mood swings. I am back to my normal pre pregnancy weight. Best thing about it is I am still able to breastfeed! I have had no negative side affects. Definitely getting again if I decide to not have another baby."


"My God, people, how much are you taking?  More is not better! For me a half a pill gets the job done nicely and comfortably overnight without duress."


"This product needs to come off the market!

I landed in the hospital for 4 days with severe Acute Pancreatitis, Renal Failure, Liver Hepatitis, Oddi spasm, etc. I am 38 female, I don't drink or do rec drugs. After taking this, my liver & pancreatitis enzy. where over 10x the norm.

I had L10 stabbing pain, within 20-30 mins of taking Viberzi for the first time. I thought I was dying, I could barely breath & I buckled over in pain.  I took antiacid thinking it might help, but it didn't & with time the pain transformed to my mid back, my entire GI felt like it was on fire, & if My belly got touched it would bring me to tears, a fever started a few hours later.

I have had a MUCH milder pain belly reaction to Vicodine/Oxi, but never like this"


"This pill seriously makes you psychotic. Within three months I was crying and screaming at everything as little as somebody not picking up their phone. I am not an emotional being at all so this worries me. I would get severe panic attacks and break out in shakes and sweats whenever I started feeling anxious, which was daily. Stay away from this pill, it is probably better to get pregnant than take this."


"I'm writing a second review on Vaniqa.  I started using this in February this year. Twice a day although some days/times I do forget. I just want to say how delighted I am to have found this. It has totally and completely changed my life! I had terrible male pattern hair growth all over my cheeks, chin, upper and lower lip and starting to grow down my neck. I used to pluck for up to 2 hrs a time every 3rd day but was never hair free. I wouldn't kiss anyone hello or goodbye as even plucked the stubble could be felt under my skin. 3 months on im not scared of being caught in bright sunlight I pluck around once a fortnight and it takes around 10 mins. The hairs that are coming through are soft and downy. My life is transformed."


"Copaxone has been excellent, for me, as far as slow -> minimal progression. I hate injections. However, I much prefer the 20 mg daily injection over the 40 mg 3 x week. I have fewer localized reactions."


"It seems to lose its effect after long term use. I had my doctor change pain killers from this to another every other month and it seems to help much more."


"This medication worked wonders for my 17 year old. Caught it within 24 hours. She has PTSD, and is on other medication as well. Never seen aggressive behavior out of her at all. Every medication works differently on people. I paid 60.00 with insurance, but in my opinion it's better than thousands on an ER Bill, OR hospital stay. My daughter felt better after the 2nd dose. She's 5'6, and 104 pounds."


"Seems like it makes poison oak itch less, and reduces swelling/redness.  "


"I've had the skyla for about a year now and for the most part I love it.. kind of. The insertion was very painful, I left the office right after trying to bare the pain (I usually have a high pain tolerance) but driving home I had to pull over twice and practically curl up in the fetal position for a few minutes before I started driving again. First few months I had bad cramping, spotting, and a regular period for the most part. Since the third month I've haven't had any periods just some discharge.. I went to the doctors they assured the discharge is normal and can change due to the Skyla. Also I get more UTI and yeast infections since insertion (not sure if they're related).. I really want to take it out but I love having it usually."


"If you are prescribed Bactrim, take a probiotic with each pill and the side effects usually go away. Probiotics are over the counter. Before I could not take Bactrim or Keflex. Now no problem. I am on Bactrim for boils and taking the probiotic. "


"Does not improve my quality of life.  Depression continued and developed major cognitive disfunction.  I could not even communicate what was happening to me or for any wants or needs."


"I started this pill in May.  I have gained 12 lbs.  I can't stop gaining. Even exercise, diet, etc. doesn't help.  I lost 22 lbs on weight watchers and I have gained back more than 1/2.  I can't lose weight, can't stop gaining and my breasts went up a size and hurt.   I lost weight with diet and exercise on Yaz."


"I have suffered with anxiety and panic attacks since I was 7. I'm currently 33 and just discovered Klonopin. I was on Paxil for 12 years and it was a miracle pill until I built tolerance to it and it stopped working. I've recently switched to Zoloft and it's been a rough road. However my psychiatrist put me on klonopin to help ease the anxiety and it has been amazing. I only need .25 mg 2 to 3 times a day, but it gave me the ability to function. Even with withdrawal from Paxil and start up side effects from Zoloft, I can still keep my head straight. Anxiety and panic are dibilatating and when I weigh my options, I'd pick klonopin everytime."


"It does help me for my back but the only time that I can take it is at night because I fall to sleep right after that."


"I am female, age 58 years.  My bone density for my spine was -3.5 when I started Forteo injections in April 2014.  After 6 months my spine improved to -3.0.  I just completed by 11th month on Forteo and will have another bone density test at 18 months.  I have not experienced any side effects from this medication to date except for some minor back ache the first two weeks of starting the injections, which I am not sure were actually attributed to the medication."


"I used Natazia for 2 years.  I was with my boyfriend when I decided to use it.  He noticed my moods improve and more stable PMS.  Only got period 2 days, when I was used to get it for a week.. really light.  I was less anxious, and didn't gain much weight.  I actually lost weight on the pill with an exercise schedule.  Breast enlargement was extreme.  I went from a 34C to a 32DD --not right away, but within the 2 years.  The enlargement was unbearable.

I've been off of it for a month and I got my period back in 31 days.  Everything went back to the way it was before, weight still staying off so far."


"I have been on this medication for 5 days, since Feb 22nd, the first 4 days on .06 and 5th day 1.2. For the first 2 days I had no side effects and decreased hunger, and then it hit me hard,( Severe fatigue ). I could barely stay out of bed. I needed 4 hours sleep in the middle of the day and 12 hours at night. I also read the warnings about Thyroid tumors and cancer in bold print. NO THANK YOU. Any one who stays on this drug long term may be very sorry in the end. I'm done, I don't want cancer and although I did enjoy the sleep, I have to function and work, raise a child. Be warned."


"I have had my Mirena IUD for 2 years now. The insertion was something I was not prepared for. I wish I had been sedated. Heavy cramping and bleeding that entire night and next day. I am a RN so I wish I'd have been forewarned because I had to work the same day I had it inserted. Word of advice take the day off, rent a movie, and vegetate on the couch. I had to have an ultrasound because the strings vanished into thin air. But other then that no issues. I love it. I no longer have the crazy mood swings that I had with the birth control pills. I have no children. No weight gain I can associate from the IUD. I will occasionally have periods of spotting. No side effects. Worth it."


"I just started the Gel, which I choose because it does not cause high blood pressure and I did not want to take any more pills. So far so good. If you follow the directions, and rub the gel in until your skin is dry, there is no sticky residue. I then just put regular cream over the sight. I'm currently having some stomach cramping but I'm not sure if it is because of the medicine.  "


"I have nothing bad to say about this medication. It really worked for my pain. I have lots of culprits causing me excruciating pain to the point where it hurt to move, talk, or cry. I am in constant pain all day and night. At first the 5mgs every 8 hours worked, but as time went on the pain would come back sooner than the 8 hour time limit. Tried to tell my doctor but she always preached how she knew that I was hurting that bad. She kept telling me (she never looked or listened to me) how she couldn't justify going up on my medication. This drug really helps."


"I am currently half way through my 3rd month.  I was on the NuvaRing which made my skin immaculate, but because it caused low libido I stopped. After 4 months being off of the ring, I started getting acne again. I finally decided to try birth control again to help with my skin issues and my doctor recommended Junel.  My skin has gotten way worse than it ever was.  I am getting acne on my back and neck as well.  "


"I started taking Cialis when I reached 60 last year, when I started to lose my erection too quickly. As I have always enjoyed a good sex life, but suffer from diabetes 2 and high blood pressure, I consulted my doctor who prescribed Cialis 20 mg. The effect was nothing short of miraculous. I take it 40-60 minutes before sex. When stimulated my penis gets as hard as in my 30's. I last much longer, can repeat as needed, and the effects last for 24 hours so morning sex is back on the menu. My penis is also longer and more importantly has a bigger girth.  Now I am having lots of great sex with both my wife. Highly recommended."


"I am a male, 66 years old. Suffering from IBS/SIBO  for 20 plus years. Check out SIBO on google. Side effects for this medicine give me extreme headaches. I have started using my old standby Peppermint Plus with no LSD affects. I also take peppermint tea with ginger powder."


"This is my Wonder medicine for my 11 yr old Son. He hates taking the Pill's and they were making him sick so we went to Dr in Aug 2014 & I asked him if we could try the patches he said sure and I Love this Patch. Thank's for making this. And I did not know about putting the patches in the fridge because I do have a hard time peeling them so I'm going to give that a try."


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"Suffered depression symptoms, as I continued medication depression got worse. Stopped taking it and it took 1 week for depression to diminish."


"I love it honestly it's just that my skin is really irritated for the first couple of days. No matter where I put it I'm constantly scratching. It really is better than birth control pills because I only have to worry about it once a week. It's a myth about the whole use a patch on your patch free week if you don't want to get your period. I still ended up getting my period the next week so it's not like you won't get your period at all. I must admit that it did shorten my period and I don't really get cramps anymore. I still get acne during that time of month but I've always been like that so I don't blame the patch. Overall it's great I've been using it for over a year."


"Was prescribed Gabapentin for Neuropathy from Type 2 diabetes.  Developed swelling of feet and ankles, but did not help the "numbness" of my feet and ankles.  Praying for something that would help with the numbness without the swelling occurring!"


"I have been on this medicine now for 3 weeks. 1.2 dosage.  My blood sugar normalized almost immediately. Highest reading has been 137. Before this medicine I had been on 2 types of insulin for 2 years with very poor results.  Blood glucose readings all over the spectrum. A1C also poor at 8-9.
With Victoza I have lost 5 lbs. At first I was a little nauseous. My appetite has decreased. YEAH! The nausea has gone away now and my readings remain very good.
I had lost hope of ever regulating my glucose but now with the Victoza I have hope again. Thanks Victoza."


"I'm an aging jock.  I have many old injuries, but take Robaxin primarily for spinal pain - (L1-L2-L3) disk problems.   I start dosing 3 days before I am scheduled to do something stupid, dose through the activity, then wind down for a day or two later.  It makes my 60 y.o. body work like a 30 y.o.  Unfortunately, that doesn't always work out so well, but with an NSAID like Naproxin Sodium, and a muscle relaxant like methocarb, I can stay immature for many more years.  I find my only side effects come from playing too hard.  I have experienced no other ones."


"This drug was prescribed by a Dr to me to help me with weight loss.  Following the instructions to take the medication was to say the least was a problem. I had to get one of those pill boxes to make sure I did it exactly right.  About the third week I was not feeling very well and I had not lost any weight to speak of.  However I was feeling agitated and sleepy during the day do to anxiety when I would try to sleep. My Dr. didn't help me with this medicine and never talked to about side affects. I asked for some help with my weight during a yearly check up and she gave me this prescription and said to come back in 3 months. this medicine cost is very high. I came off of the medicine the same way I started taking it lowering my dose slowly."


"Quit in a month, side effects include strange dream every night and massive headache. Cut down to 1 pill a day due to massive headache after 3 week. Stop taking the pill, and stop smoking on the same day."


"Years ago, I took Zoloft while going through chemo, and it helped me cope better. I wasn't crying as much. But, now you can only get generic, so I tired Sertraline for depression and panic attacks. It wiped me out. I could not keep my head up unless I had slept about 12 hrs each night.

When I tapered off, I began to experience some cognitive issues. My typing speed dropped, and my error rate went up. I'd type things (words & phrases) I didn't intend to, and not type things I intended to. A neurologist said the med was likely helping my serotonin levels, but, when I tapered off, my brain was having issues. Varied doses didn't help either problem, so I tapered off. Tiredness stopped quickly. Typing issue slowly improved over 2-2.5 months."


"This was not painful to me and was told to be one of the best birth controls with very little hormones. I think the only reason it hurt is because I was thinking about it too much but honestly not hard at all. My doctor did a good job inserting it I'm 2 months post partum
C section baby . It was scary but honestly didn't hurt. No cramps no blood just easy 3 year birth control method"


"I was 24 when I was prescribed Wellbutrin supposedly to stop smoking. All I wanted to do was sleep and when I couldn't just sleep I was very moody, more so than if I would have just quit without the drug. "


"I bought Tiger balm over the counter to help ease my shoulder and neck pain and possibly to try on my back as I get stiff and feel constant pain due to a previous back injury. I use this ontop of strong medication (after consulting the gp)  to help my muscle pain. It leaves a cold tingly feeling if you use it on a large area but it doesn't last long, helped the flexibility in my back and eased off the muscle pain in my neck and shoulders. It lasts for a few hours and doesn't smell too bad. I have the red ointment one with cinnamon in and its not an unpleasant smell. The balm does stick to your fingers a bit and takes a bit of scrubbing to get off. But overall a very good option for topical pain/joint medication. Would recommend trying!"


"It's effective but it has side effects 1-It makes your face red 2- It makes wrinkles (benzoyl peroxide 5mg) but its better than have acne scars."


"I'm going in fellas just took the first dose. Will update shortly. Keep me in your prayers."


"Had abnormal bleeding after getting double dose that was a month before next dose"


"As a birth control, Mirena works.  But I had the most horrible and excruciatingly painful experience when my doctor inserted it. I was 40 years old at the time, have had no children. I learned after my doctor inserted it that it was less painful for women who have had children.  Had I know this prior, I would never have done it. Just be aware when you go in to get it inserted."


"I'm 30 years old weight 210lb and started using Contrave 8/8/2017. I haven't had to deal with all the negative side effects that come with this drug thankfully. I'm wanting to lose 60 pounds by May 2018. Don't know if I have lost any yet told myself I wouldn't weigh in till my doctor appointment on 09/05/2017. I do feel that it's working I don't feel like I have to eat all the time which I like because that is why I started taking contrave. All in all I'm liking contrave -  it's doing what I wanted it to do. Will update after doctor appointment. Good luck to the rest of you on your weight loss journey."


"Started with 48mg a day the fever start dropping down but still had chills after a week the pain was gone but I started being deaf on one ear, depressed, had tremors inside of me, sleepless nights, salty metallic taste in my mouth so I had to reduce the dose to 10-15mg a day for 2.5 month, the pain is back, the neck is stiff it seams like someone twisting my arms and shoulders ,have my legs swollen from night to morning,t errible stomach pain. I need to get off it. The only drug that might help is actemra, now waiting for insurance approval if don't get it will go on cannabis hopefully the law will get through by the end of Jan 2017 in NY. Suffer from terrible pain in my neck and both shoulders"


"My last hope! Catastrophic!! So much acne and blackheads (which I never had) after 4 weeks with soolantra. Worst worst experience ever. So, so sad!"


"My 25 year old son was prescribed this medication for his aggressive behavior and inablity to concentrate. As a child he was diagnosed with ADHD with aggressive behavior. His behavior only worsened as he got older and was not on any medication. He was unable to keep a job and was always in trouble with the police for fighting and just unable make good decisions. After starting Abilify he has had a steady job for 6 months and his agressive behavior is gone. I have my son back."


"I rated this Trinessa Low with five stars because this is my first month on the medication.  When taking the pill I did not experience any mood swings, dizziness, or sickness. I felt great...the ok only problem was that my face broke out like a pizza! I was on the shot 6 months prior to the pill and had very minimal acne. I'm hoping that if I stick with it, the acne will subside and I will be happy with the overall results!"


"I'm  on Day 11 of 84 (3 month treatment)...I take Harvoni at 6pm religiously and find that I sleep through most of the symptoms. First 3 days were hard...nausea , restless legs, fatigue, weakness and headaches...couldn't finish any gym sessions. But Day 4-6 were "miracle days"...I think my viral load dropped dramatically (Will find out Viral Load in week 4 and week 12 and at 6 months). Zero Viral Load means the Hep C is Non-Active...which is as much as being cured as we can get.

I have heard that a lot of patients are non-active in week 12 but are relapsing 6+months after treatment. To prevent a relapse...I'm taking Spirulina, Vitamin C & B Complex, Banana and handful of nuts and seeds every day. http://www.realnatural.org/chlorella-found-to-improve-hepatitis-c-infections/"


"I was in therapy for two years for anxiety,my anxiety got so bad I couldn't drive hated traffic,basically didn't want to leave the house only for business,I was so scared to take medicine so I decided to go get on meds I had the bottle for two days before I took it finally last night I took it guess what I'm fine no side effect .nothing!I worried for nothing so don't listen to all the negative stories try for yourself I'm very new on it but I had to write this review for someone who may be as scared as I was .I was scared I even was going to go the emergency room and take it and I wasn't going to sign in I just thought I would feel safer if I sat there  to take it haha Im on zoloft 25 mg if your wondering  and I'm so glad I gave  it a try!"


"Day two and I'm feeling a little weird but better than yesterday. I'm on 50 mg to start. I've been on Zoloft before and don't remember feeling like this. Last time I felt better almost instantly. I been off it for about 6 years. I'll stick with it this time because I know it does work."


"My son has been on since 3 he is 12 & this shortage sucks"


"I've been on Mononessa for about 5 years now. I started the pill because of irregular periods and extra protection against pregnancy. The first two to three months my body was adjusting to the change which caused nausea and mood swings but afterwards I was back to normal. My appetite has gone up, my sex drive has gone down just a bit but not to the point where I was worried about it. I have clear skin and my periods are shorter and lighter. By far the best pill I have been."


"I have been on Implanon for almost two years now, I was put on it after I had my daughter. My experience hasn't been great, my periods the first year started with a long period that I had for a month straight then no period for a year. But now going into my second year I have had a period every other week and I am currently on a three week stretch of continued bleeding. I feel exhausted all the time. I have also experienced weight gain and its been even harder to lose the weight which has affected my moods. "


"The worst experience of my life I was crying liters. This thing has me on fire burning itching. This is a piece of garbage beware of this horrific product."


"I've been diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder with a secondary diagnosis of Depression for almost 2 years. I used to be on 200mg of Wellbutrin, but recently, was switched to 300mg of the extended release due to a relapse in anxiety/depressive symptoms. I've noticed that I've had more energy since switching and my mood has been elevated. HOWEVER, be extremely careful with alcohol consumption!!!! My tolerance lowered and 8 hours after I stopped drinking, I ended up in the hospital for uncontrollable vomiting. Depressive symptoms and stomach issues persisted for 4 days after being hospitalized. For me, not drinking isn't a big deal since I don't really drink much to begin with, but if you're a huge social drinker, be careful!"


"Cataflam has helped but I have to take at least 4 - 6 a day to be able to survive the pain of my period. But once it starts working I feel so much better I have tried so much but only this works for me."


"Background: 18 year old, 5"4, 115 pounds and works out regularly. Overall I think it is good. I've always had clear skin so acne wasn't a problem at all. PROS: super light periods that only last about 5 days (sometimes so light I can't even put a tampon in), no weight gain, no acne, no pregnancies lol. CONS: discharge (fair-quite significant amount), back aches and sometimes I get moderate-severe headaches. Overall I would recommend this form of BC. One thing I did notice: I don't get my period until 4 days after I finish the birth control packs, is that normal? Considering some people get it at the same time every month and/or the day after they finish the pills."


"I had the Liletta IUD inserted on April 22nd 2017. I am 19 and did it mostly to not have to worry about taking a pill everyday. Insertion was extremely painful. Like a mix between losing your virginity plus the worst cramps you could imagine. Cramps were horrible after insertion. (DON'T GO BY YOURSELF TO PUT THIS ON). I almost fainted on my way back. I was dizzy, weak and in a lot of pain. Really painful cramps lasted 2 days after insertion  and then milder ones on and off for the first week, especially when I worked out. It's been about 3 weeks now and I have been spotting every single day which is really annoying, but I am a lot less worried about pregnancy and pretty much everything about my life is normal."


"It started to work during the two weeks I was one it. I was still going to the bathroom but it wasn't that awful urgent you better go now or have an accident. That two weeks was much better. However, once it was over I have been worse than I was even before the medicine. Now I have severe stomach pain, foul smelling gas and stool, I'm very bloated and when I get the feeling I need a bathroom I need to find one fact because it WILL come out no matter if I'm in the bathroom or not. I really had very high hopes that this would be just what I needed to help. I've had IBS-D all my life but it was diagnosed years ago when I was 16."


"I started Tirosint after Levoxyl was taken from the market. It is the best. I take this in combination with Liothyronine. Aside from insomnia, which I have experienced with every other medicine as well, and I've taken them all, this is the best I've felt in years. "


"I used it for about two weeks and it didn't really help my allergies but it made me sick to my stomach and it felt like I had to throw up. I stopped taking it and I'm back to normal"


"I have been on Latuda for about 3 years! I was struggling so much with other meds, I was either too tired, wired or depressed! Once I started taking Latuda I was feeling like a new person. I wasn't nervous or scared anymore it saved my life."


"I would rate this a 0 if it was an option. Biggest waste of money. It says 60 doses, but yet you have to spray it twice before every use to have a steady mist. That being said, you only get about 30 doses if your lucky. I have always used a afrin and I will continue to use it."


"I had the skyla inserted on 6/25/15. I was given a medicine to ripen my cervix, but since I have never had children, it really didn't help. The procedure took about 5 minutes because the doctor had trouble inserting it due to my cervix being curved. It was was high intensity pain while it was being inserted. Afterwards it was just regular menstrual cramping. I did take about 800mg of ibuprofen beforehand. The cramping subsided after about 3 hours after the procedure. No cramping or bleeding after that evening.
I had previously been on depo shot for about 16 years."


"I've been on Gilenya (Fingolimod) for 3 years through the clinical trial.  I could not tolerate the other medicines and have seen so much improvement with Gilenya.  If it came only in shot form I would still take it.  Being a pill is a plus, but the effectiveness and minimal side effects is what I've been impressed with.  "


"Helpful for preventing Migraine headaches. I am on Amitriptyline 20mg, 3 hours before sleep every night. It helps me to sleep well and also prevent headaches."


"I had a car accident 2013 Nov ..,concossion, ptsd , etc . and finally the best treatment is zolof ☺I feel better, ,,no panic attacks anymore and nausea almost gone, ,and frustration almost gone"


"I have been on Nuvaring for approx. 14 months, and have loved it. I am 23, no kids, and this is my first time using hormonal birth control. I was nervous at first about the hormonal side effects and scary articles online about the Nuva, but decided for it because of the convenience! Before taking birth control, I had regular periods and am not sensitive to medications.

Neither me or my partner can feel it during sex. Occasionally, it will slip down and I'll push it back up, but not too often. I brought it with me travelling. I don't believe I have had any side effects except perhaps slight dryness - but nothing abnormal or distressing. I use a divacup for my (now, very light and short) periods and have no issues with the ring). Recommend!"


"I took Paxil for about 4 years. It was truly a life saver from the horrible depression I suffer from. However, after about 4 years it quit working, and my doc moved me to Bupropion. Paxil was terrible about causing me to randomly fall asleep. I had to pull off the road and nap MANY times. Also, almost no sex life while taking it. "


"I have had rheumatoid arthritis now for about 4 years, mainly in my neck and shoulders. I'm a school teacher and it would be excruciating to raise my arms to write on the board. I'm also a musician with allergies. A year ago last spring I decided to get an allergy shot to reduce my allergy symptoms before a performance and was astonished to experience that my rheumatoid arthritis pain literally left my body. I didn't attribute the regression to the Kenalog but while talking to my doctor she made the relationship.  The Kenalog shot for allergies was suppose to be good for a year. A year later my arthritis started to seep back into my neck and shoulders.  I went back to the same allergy doctor and got exactly the same shot and my rheumatoid arthritis symptoms left again. My life has changed tremendously."


"Simcor 1000-20 is what I take one time a day at bed time. I have experienced side effects but the good out weighs the bad. Make sure you don't have spicy foods or peppers that are HOT. This will cause flushing. Also make sure you read all about the side effects like you can't have eat certain foods."


"I have depression and high anxiety, I have had these most of my life but refused treatment. Now having a son of my own I have realized I need to be better for him. I have only been on it a week and have noticed a lot of improvements!

I no longer feel upset about my life,I can talk to my child like he should be talked to and not because im stressed and anxious  all the time. I have had a few side affects  so far.

Weird dreams, headaches, muscle spasms, dry mouth, and tiredness. but to feel "normal" is worth it. I final feel like im going to be ok."


"I started Jolessa for severe PMS symptoms that border PMDD. I was extremely irratable and was depressed and anxious. My doctor recommended Jolessa to help with the mood swings i had during my period and I have had almost no issues since. Its not a cure all, but it has been extremely helpful. I havent had any weight issues and the spotting hasnt bothered me, its barely noticable."


"I have been on this medication for 9 years straight. I was prescribed it when I was 18 and had been having awful cramps and nausea during my period, as well as it being irregular. Since I started this birth control I have only had minimal cramping and have never been sick from my period again. I did not feel any different when I started it and I have never experienced a negative side effect. I have nothing bad to say about this medication; all I have gotten from it is regulated, shorter and lighter periods, pregnancy prevention and bigger boobs. All great things in my opinion"


"I switched over from Yaz to Apri and am on my 4th month. I was originally on Ocella which made me gain 20+ pounds. Yaz was awesome, but I lost insurance and the clinic didn't carry it so they put me on Apri.  So far I haven't gained weight, my periods are regular, but I have had an EXTREME decrease in sex drive, enough to affect my relationship."


"I suffered for 39 years of chronic anxiety. I've taken many meds (SSRIs, benzos) CBT, meditation, etc.  They helped to certain extend but the crippling anxiety was always there, waiting for me every morning. Anxiety affected everything in my life, the job I did, the women I dated, the manner I interacted with others and many other aspects of my life. Then I tried Lamotrigine and once I reached 100 mg I felt normal for first time in my life. This is a miracle drug. I'm currently taking 300 mg.I had a had a rash when I was in 100 mg. Many people overreact and stop taking it thinking there skin is going to fell off. I just went back to 75 mg for few more weeks and slowly increased the dose without any issues. 99.9 of the rash is innocuous"


"I got this birthcontrol Sep 2015; I took bc pills for 2 months before it but got sick and got the implant.

The first month I had my regular period. But for 5 months I did not have any periods or signs of it. Then in Feb 2016 I got my period again finally, I thought it was going to be a normal period that my cycle started again. But the period didn't stop. I went to my doctors and said it was normal. It is now July and it still haven't stopped. There has been a constant heavy period and I've lost 5kg in weight during these months. I'm going to the doctors again in a few days to see if I get get additional estrogen pills to get off this period. This has been a very good bc other than that. I have been active and it has been working well."


"Drysol actually works!!! Please give it a try before considering any surgical operations or botox injections. I've been dealing with excessive sweating for about 2 years and finally decided to do something about it. And by excessive I mean sweat running like faucets, my underarm sweat would run right through my shirt and big sweaters and I'd have to change my shirt 4-5 times a day. I've used other antiperspirants prior to this one such as certaindri but they had very little impact on this problem of mine. Yesterday was the first day I used Drysol and I did not sweat at all. I'm so happy I can finally wear t-shirts again and not have to worry about my sweat stains. I did experience some itchiness yesterday but not as much today."


"My son(11) was put on 10mg of Focalin for ADHD.  We have been trying different meds to treat his ADHD without making his anxiety/trichotillomania worse.  This med by far was the worse!  It did seem to help at school for focus, but he had extreme rage issues.  It got so bad that we called the police to find out what our options were if he were to actually hurt us or his little sister.  He never hurt us, but did break a window, the screen door, and throw objects.  Needless to say, we stopped the meds and thankfully we have our sweet son back (although he can't focus and is annoying to other kids in his class).  Please beware of mood changes with this drug."


"It has almost been two weeks since I started taking this. It was a rough first three days but after I hung in there, I started to notice some changes.  Today is day 12 and I came to work.  My boss gave me chocolate, and there were homemade treats in the break room.  Not only did I not taste them or eat them, I didn't even want to.  That has never happened.  I hope this trend continues but only time will tell."


"I was a long term opiate addiction, and even with this had horrible insomnia so would buy black market temazepam.  I am 3 months clean but still have crippling anxiety and insomnia.  This drug works wonders. Keeps my anxiety at bay and last night I slept for 9hours!!! Just scared they will try and change me to something else again.  Works wonders"


"This medicine is great. I have been taking Pain Medicines for 20  years and this is the best so far. I take 3 x 60mg in the morning and 3 x 60 mg in the evening and haven't been in pain for the last 2 years."


"It is prescribed to my father-in-law because he lost his legs in a fire. He has phantom pain and he was given Neurontin.  It doesn't really help his pain."


"I've had two shots already, and so far it's been almost perfect. I actually switched to this because I'm slightly underweight and I've heard many stories about women gaining weight on the shot, so I switched in hopes that I would. So far I haven't noticed any significant weight gain, the only side effects I've had are headaches for about the first week after getting the shot and I started getting acne on my face. I've never had acne, so this was kind of disappointing for me. It's nice not having to remember to take a pill every day and my periods are already almost non-existent. Plus my insurance covers this so the prescription is free and there's no fee when I go to get the shot!"


"I LOVE Cymbalta. I'm taking it for anxiety, depression and fibromyalgia pain. It is the best medication I have taken for depression. I have tried numerous other depression and anxiety medications and nothing makes me feel as good as Cymbalta. Do not miss a dose though the withdrawal symptoms are terrible!"


"My experience on Cymbalta has been rather a positive one.  As mentioned by others, in the first 2 weeks it does have side effects, I felt tired and was a little nauseous.  I was put on Cymbalta as the entire country that I live in ran out of my previous medicine.  I have suffered from anxiety, OCD and depression on and off for a few years.  Since the Cymbalta has 'kicked in'', I have hardly any anxiety and no depression.  I think clearly and rationally and not as emotionally as I always used to.  I still do not have an appetite and I have been on this for over a month now and when I sleep, I sleep soundly and am able to fall into a deep sleep as well.  I highly recommend Cymbalta and am very happy with the positive effects it has had on me."


"I am losing quite a bit of weight 65 pounds, but I do not want to lose my hair in the process of it. It is really falling out and I don't know what to do. I went to a dermatologist and after a few treatments and a biopsy she told me there was nothing she could do."


"I had been on and off this drug for years and it significantly improved my depression and anxiety. It also helped me sleep (I took it at night because it made me nauseous). Unfortunately, it also contributed to weight gain, so I switched to Prozac and it made a big difference. On Zoloft now because Prozac gave me fog and I think it's my happy medium for now."


"I am so grateful for tamiflu right now. I haven't been nauseous with the flu, but tamiflu (along with duraflu) has cut my symptoms by 80% in one day! The only side effect I have had from this medicine might be slight diarrhea, but nothing too bad! Definitely recommend! But Its very expensive without insurance ($160)."


"It was terrible! The beginning was fine I was having sex and wasn't pregnant so I was fine then 3 weeks into using the depo I was bleeding everyday !! Not even exaggerating it was so unpredictable I had maybe one day without bleeding a month and it wasn't a full day it was a half day! I was bleeding for 5 months and went to the doctors and they said I was anemic and gave me a hormone medicine to stop the bleeding I was still bleeding. Maybe around the 6 or 7 month I stopped and just gained a massive amount of weight I was 170 and went all the way to 250 while I was playing sports and working out. I finally got off and they told me it could be in my system for up to a year while I'm still trying to lose weight. I DON'T RECOMMEND"


"Terrible experience. Had sore nipples, tightness in chest; abnormal bleeding as well as loss of sex drive. Was on this  for almost 6 months and side effects did NOT subside"


"I just started my second pack of Lo Loestrin Fe and so far I like it. I haven't had any noticeable weight gain or acne. The first month of pills I did not get a period but I have had minor cramps around period time. No spotting either. I would prefer to have a period since I do worry about being pregnant but I think this pill is much better to my body than my previous birth controls. I will continue this pill. Initially I was worried about its effectiveness since its such a low dose but I'm glad my body can handle it better.
Also, I took this birth control for a month before taking Beyaz. I didn't have a period that month but got regular periods on Beyaz. I have heard that not having a period is very common so I don't think I need to worry about it."


"I started Chateal four months ago. Bad  idea, I've gained 20 pounds, something extremely unusual for me cause I had the same weight since I was 15 and I've been having acne episodes which is even more rare cause I never had it before either. No severe mood changes but I've been very tired and sleepy too.
Conclusion: This pill sucks I can't wait to change it."


"I started Norco 7.5 3 months ago for neck, arm, back and leg pain. I thought this was a low dose since I have tried much stronger medicines in the past i.e. Oxycontin, Roxicet and fentanyl..bad side effects.  Norco so far has sufficiently controlled my pain. Dose may have to be increased in future but now ok."


"Caused persistent coughing"


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"I took this exactly how the instructions show. I started at 4pm as told and still wasn't done with the process 6+ hours later! I will never use this product again! It is not worth it. It was so hard to get down and keep down as well. Very unsatisfied with this product!"


"I got nexplanon in August 2013, the procedure was not to bad it just felt like a bee sting. At first the bruise lasts awhile and I had spotting for 8 months after insertion which was fine except it made sex a lot messier. During this last 2.5 years I have been bloated had nausea and horrible IBS symptoms which I believe to be associated from the birth control. I had diarrhea almost everyday and I've had to call in to work sick because of diarrhea up to 15 times a day. I'm not sure why I'm getting horrible bloating weight gain or diarrhea. But aside from this my periods have stopped and it has been wonderful not bleeding but the diarrhea has made it almost worse than having a regular period. I would have kept this in if not for the diarrhea/weigh"


"I started 10mg of  brintellix over a month ago for depression.  no side effects or any issues,i feel great!"


"Pill worked well at preventing pregnancy but I would bleed for 3-5 weeks straight. It was awful and made me very very very cranky and moody."


"Had dark lines in my forehead from the clippers burning my skin. On my 8th day and the cuts have vanished about 70%. I used all types of creams and nothing worked. Triluma is the best. I would recommend this to anyone with dark spots. "


"Been taking Contrave for 3 weeks. Excellent experience so far. Down about 12 lbs in 5 weeks with the last 3 of those weeks on Contrave. Was very drowsy the first day, other than that the only side effect I've experienced is mild constipation. I take one pill in the morning and one at night, I will stay at the lower dose for as long as it works for me. It took about 2 weeks for me to really notice the effect, but now I am never famished, rarely hungry between meals, no longer obsess about food, get full quicker and find it easy to turn down my normal trigger foods and to stop eating while there is still food on my plate. I should point out that I am very motivated to lose weight which is probably contributing to my success so far."


"I'm not good with any Atypical-Anti-psychotics. After the third day I swelled up 7 pounds, my face, hands, calves and feet were swollen. I was VERY asthmatic. I'm Schizo-affective Depressive Type. Mentally, for three days on 5mg morning and evening I didn't feel half bad. But I got a little strange mentally that I cannot quiet describe. Almost as if it made me somewhat loopy. It never made my tongue/mouth numb, had a bad taste for about 5 minutes. I don't know quiet what happened but it was lousy waiting out the Half-Life to the drug. I don't know if it interacted with one of my other medications."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"The taste was ghastly for me--so salty, bubbly, and fake limish but not in a good way.  But it was effective.  One bottle at 5 p.m. and one at 8 p.m. with lots of water after each.  I wasn't expecting to have to go all night so that was jarring.  Followed all of the doctor's instructions to a t because who wants to go through this again anytime soon.  Ten years ago the prep lasted longer so I thought starting the prep at 5 was an improvement, but anyone who can figure out how to deliver this efficient of a bowel prep with a pill and avoid having to down nasty tasting stuff like this should earn the appreciation of all of us and the Nobel prize in medecine.  The prep is the worst part of a colonscopy--ask anyone.  But they can save lives."


"I just had my Mirena placed today. There was some strong cramping during placement, and that was it! I feel nothing right now. So far I think its great. I read alot of horror stories, and I assume its because only the people that have a problem with it want to post anything...I never had issues with my period in the past, or Birth Control Pills, and I have always been healthy, and do not have children. I think its great...and so far its totally worth it!"


"I am a 29 year old female that started to get acne about 8 months ago. After trying several different medications including antibiotics and getting no results. My doctor discussed Claravis (Isotretinoin). I was a little scared at first after reading about the side effects and the length of time you have to take the medication. But after no results using anything else and my acne getting worse, I started Claravis on May 9, 2009, 40mg once a day for 5 months. After only two weeks, I have already noticed a difference in my acne and have not had any breakouts since starting it. I had very oily skin before and now I am dealing with a little dryness around my forehead and eyebrows and yes very chapped lips. Overall, good results."


"Can someone help me?  I have been using Efudex once a day for 5 weeks and nothing is happening.  Wondering if I should try using it twice a day or wait untill I see my doctor?"


"It help with the palpitations cause by anxiety but the side effects are horrible .they includes being dizzy,upset stomach,tired and pain. Really trying to get off soon."


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"I took this for about four months and I loved it! I did not gain any weight at all. I missed maybe twice and did not get sick when I took 2 the next day. I did break out with acne at first and it wasn't the best while I took it but it wasn't bad. I only felt sick the first week I started and never to my knowledge had any abnormal mood swings. The first couple of months I did spot some throughout the month but I figured my body it just getting used to it. I had to stop taking it because it was $75 with insurance a month."


"I have trouble falling asleep, and staying asleep. I have tried lunesta in the past and it didn't work. It put a terrible taste in my mouth for days. I have been on silenor for 3 nights now, and it isn't working for me. I took 6 mg at 9 pm, and was still awake at 3 am this morning, hadn't slept at all. It has been this way for all 3 nights. I have again developed a terrible taste in my mouth, so bad that I am going off this pill."


"I had a major trauma happen in my life about 11 yrs ago. Although I have been depressed for most of my life I went to the doctor for extra help during this stressful time. My doctor prescribed Effexor XR and I was on 75 milligrams per day and then within the last 4 years to 150 milligrams. I truly do not know what I would do without this medicine. It really has improved my life, my mood and lessens the depression. I too once tried to wean off on my own and it was very emotional time. I will never do that again without my Drs knowledge and help. Effexor xr has changed my life and improved it greatly. I say try it and if it doesn't work for you, continue to consult with your Dr to find a medicine that helps your depression. Best wishes."


"I've been battling Depression for 5 years. It got really bad right after I gave birth to my son who is now turning 5. I would cry for no reason and get really upset over the little things. My depression got really bad last year and it affected my relationship. My confidence got really low and I would constantly put myself down. I had several bad Panic Attacks while at a restaurant which caused us to immediately leave.  I have a great support system with my boyfriend and started Lexapro two months ago.  I feel so Great about Everything! I'm currently taking 10 mg and I finally feel a better me and truly seeing life.  Thanks Lexapro!"


"I was diagnosed with H Pylori and I was throwing up and nauseated every day for an entire month finally I was hospitalized and they gave me phenergran and God Bless the person who created this drug. Even now when I feel the slightest bit of nausea I take it and it'll knock me out and wake up feeling great"


"I've been using it for 4 days and hasn't made the sores any better only worse . Waste of my hard earned money ."


"Redness, blured vision, pain in and around affected eye, feeling of something in my eye,  Have been on
Restasis for 2 weeks but felt the side effects right away."


"It made me tired all of the time and it was difficult to wake up in the morning."


"I've had Skyla for almost 3 months now.  The first month was bad with pain and cramping, constipation, and diarrhea alternating, and constant nausea and fatigue.  The second month my period barely showed up but I was stuck with all the cramping and spotting randomly.  My sleeping has gotten much worse.  I've been on ambien and lunesta and doxepin, nothing really keeps me asleep.  I find that when anything goes wrong I slip into a prolonged depressive state that includes me being on the verge of tears all day every day.  The cystic acne comes at all times of the month.   I'm getting this thing taken out.  Not worth it."


"The only side effects I get are stuffy nose and headaches. Stuffy noses are supposedly an unusual side effect, but I get one every time I take cabergoline."


"First time user...Never again!!! Never.

My yeast infection was very minimal. First night it burned like crazy, and itched to the point wear I had to soak in a bath tub to keep from clawing my  vagina off. Second night I had such bad cramps that I just stopped. Third day my discharge has increased. I made an appointment with the Gyno, & was cured with one pill."


"So I have had eczema hayfever and IBS. It's 2 days since I started this med and all of my systoms are 80 percent disappeared."


"Hello again everyone! I have been on Paxil now for 9 weeks and it has still been a very beneficial addition to my life. I've started to feel like the real me now. I don't feel subdued or Zombied out like some people report. I started on 10mg then my Dr. moved me to 20mg about 2 weeks ago. The only main side effect I've had in transitioning to the higher dosage was severe mania for the first couple of days. It wore off significantly as the days passed. As for the weight gain that "Paxil causes", I think it's just that I'm not so anxious to the point of nausea and disgust in food. I love eating and enjoy my food again! My biggest positive in Paxil is that my generalized anxiety is SEVERELY reduced. Panic attacks are down 85% and I feel great!"


"Controls pain in my hand, arm, shoulder and legs, due to stroke. Pain has definitely decreased."


"I've had horrible insomnia since I was a child. Diagnosed with severe sleep apnea a few years ago.  Ambien is not the holy grail.  You build up a tolerance over the years but 12.5 is as high as most doctors will go ) from 10, 8 years ago).  Pluses for Ambien - it will put you to sleep; no half-life so no grogginess in the morning.  Minuses- it will put you to sleep but generally not keep you asleep.  Thus the waking up wide awake at 3 a.m.  There is now intermezzo - and sublingual 3.5 dose of Ambien meant for  this problem - works for me 50% of the time- otherwise I just stay up.  Another minus - if you take Ambien on a full stomach IT WILL NOT WORK. I generally eat before 5 and allow 5 hours before I take it.  But in all - a savior!"


"I just wanted to add in my positive experience with Nuvaring also! I figured that the majority of women who were having a positive outcome werent commenting. After being on this for 3 cycles I have to say that I do enjoy the convience. I did notice in the beginning a little bit of acne but that was expected for the first month according to my Dr. I didnt experience any weight gain it was quite the opposite I have noticed that I am losing weight but in a healthy amount. I did experience some of the nausea the first week but it quickly went away with time. My aunt was on the nuvaring for over 4 years and she had great reviews as well."


"I've been taking 200mg Zoloft for the past 3 and 1/2 months (started 5 months ago) for (severe) depression and social anxiety disorder as well as other (less severe) conditions. I think this medicine is fairly effective for the long-term, but it was very hard for me to wait for it to 'kick in' after several months of taking it. I cannot compare this medication to other antidepressants, but it was pretty good; it was also much more effective (for me)."


"I am fifty-nine years old, I have been on 40mg of Micardis for over five years now, it does control my blood pressure, but the side effects include the following. When first subscribed Micardis, leg pains were like charlie horses, lasted about 7 months, mostly at night. For the last 2 years, my insomnia is getting worse, so I started taking 2000mg of vitamin D3 that helps with insomnia, now I'm dealing with the constant coughing mostly at night. I will meet with my cardiologist within the next week, will ask for another blood pressure med."


"I had severe headaches every day (Imitrex didn't touch them).  After starting this I became migraine free. It honestly felt like a miracle drug to me. I had to go off it to get pregnant and the migraines came right back.  I am counting the days until I can go on it again for the relief from the headaches."


"I have been using Zolpidem for about 6 mos for chronic nerve pain and anxiety. I take it before bedtime instead of another painkiller to help me relax before bed. You must be going to sleep at least 15-20 minutes after you take it because it will only initiate sleep, not meant to keep you asleep. I get at least 7 straight hours sleep without noticing my pain gnawing at me all night. It helps a lot!"


"Was in the hospital for AFib with RVR which came on about 3 days before an ablation procedure that had been scheduled for the AFib.  After two days of trying other drugs to keep my rate down and them working but barely the cardiac ICU decided to try this drug to break me out of the rhythm.  Apparently I'm allergic to it because within minutes of starting an IV drip of it I started getting flush and getting that same feeling as when you have the contrast dye for a CT.  Of course we immediately shut it off and there seems to be no lasting problems since I had so little of it.  Definitely can't recommend this drug unless it's an absolute last resort based on my experiences with it and everything I've read after the fact about the side effects"


"I just started my 2nd month of Zarah. I switched to this one because my precious BC was causing spotting. This is by far the worst birth control I've ever taken. I've been having severe mood swings and crying spells, which never happened before. I cannot take it anymore."


"I starting having seizures after a car accident when I was 18 (now 28). I was told by neurologists that may be the reason for the "trigger" of my epilepsy. I had 3 t-c seizures before being put on the max dosage of 1500mg 2x daily of the keppra. The side effects listed with the drugs usually happen to me but it wasn't hard to handle. Keppra worked for 2 years for the most part. Then it stopped. I began to have night time seizures, then partials, auras, memory loss, anxiety, double vision. You name it it was happening and it still is. I am now with a seizure specialist taking 3 different seizure medications and an anti anxiety as needed. 15 pills. Still having t-c, complex-partials, and partials with all the side effects. Can't work now."


"I would only recommend this for hormonal cystic acne, it did nothing for my blackheads and closed comodones and after one year I stopped taking it. There were a few side effects, especially lowered libido but nothing scary."


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"I'm 46 and I have been having menopausal symptoms although  I still get my period.  My doctor prescribed me camrese thinking that regulating my hormones into a consistent level would help,  and it would also allow me to have a period every three months which she considered healthy.  The first month was OK,  I even lost weight, I'm now into my second month and have been Spot bleeding for about 2 to 3 weeks. These last two days I have been extremely tired,  unable to concentrate, work, depressed and with a migraine that will not go away. I have read that these are symptoms of low estrogen. And I now Believe this medication does not have enough estrogen to deal with a perimenopausal condition in which you already have a low estrogen level."


"I switched to Aviane from Yaz, since the pharmacy told me it was the same but cheaper. It was not! I took Yaz for over 5 years and switched to Aviane, and have been taking it for about 1 year now. PROS: Short period, no mood swings. CONS: My acne is SO bad and getting worse. (I actually have a much more healthy lifestyle than before, so I don't know what else it could be). I need to switch back soon or else my face is going to be wrecked. Also, very low sex drive like almost non existent, which could be a pro or con."


"My 6 year old was prescribed this and when I found out the cost I googled coupons for it and got it cheap! Had the pharmacist try a few of the codes until it came down in price. Works great too!"


"I am 19 and started taking otezla 4 months ago. First 3 weeks had terrible stomach upset and loose stool. Also got headaches. Continued with meds as directed and to this day see no improvement. And still occasionally get GI upset. Now I am moving on to Stelara. I have severe plaque psoriasis and without the use of my creams I saw no improvement for otezla and only gained stomach problems."


"I tried Savella for about 2 days.  I had severe nausea, rapid heartbeat, and horrible hot flashes.  It also ran my blood pressure up.  Started with a 12.5, then the next day broke the 12.5 in half and still had the same side effects.  I have tried everything from Neurontin to antidepressants and I have bad side effects from them all.  So as of now all I'm taking is tramadol as needed.  I give up on all the other medicines."


"I'm 16 and I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome about 2 weeks ago. I was basically not getting my period. My pediatrician recommended Beyaz to control my Hormone level and some other things. I was skeptical about taking Birth control because of side effects such as depression and weight gain. I tend to be a very happy and energetic person and honestly I was scared to lose that, I was VERY SURPRISED THOUGH, Beyaz hasn't changed my mood at all, I haven't gained weight and overall I feel fine! Except for its made me TIRED. I work around that though and its no big deal. As for acne, Beyaz controls it amazingly. So far THANK YOU BEYAZ! You're really helping my future."


"I have been taking Vyvanse for 4 years now and I have been on the same dose of 30mg for severe ADHD. A lot of people have trouble staying on the same dose and need to increase because they get used to the drug. Just a tip: take as needed and when you feel the effects wearing off? Drink a one-shot espresso drink NOT an energy drink. Overall, if you are looking for a good ADHD medication I would recommend either Focalin OR Vyvanse. Best of luck!"


"So I started this birth control because my periods are so bad, I bleed a lot. This birth control made me extremely sick, I had to go to the hospital. On the first day, I threw up and by the next day, I woke up sicker than a dog, it was terrible. I was having trouble breathing, my chest hurt, I was throwing continuously, my breast ached very much, and my legs went numb, along with my arms. This medication has 60% more estrogen than birth control pills. I would not recommend this medication if you have any type of allergy."


"My second try to share what happened to me after trying this RX.  I have a nerve injury in my face and use oxycodone as needed.  I tried this patch and after a few hours my voice became hoarse, nose plugged, sore throat and minor wheezing.  I applied this to my right shoulder and my armpit swelled and became very painful!  After searching symptoms I found a long word that meant my lymph node had swollen and was painful!  I find it hard to believe that this thing would help anybody's pain."


"I've been on the patch for about 3 months now and I love it! My periods are shorter, I haven't gained any weight either. Only thing I'm on the edge about is that my boobs are more bigger and perky which I love, but they're more sensitive and sore. But other then it's great. Mood swings aren't that bad either. :) I recommend it, ladies!"


"I got my implant in late June of 2015 because I was told by a colleague that her periods completely stopped immediately after she got the implant. I was sexually active at the time, and the thought of not having periods intrigued me.

 I had my period the week before I got my implant. My period skipped a month after the implant. Then the second month, I was bleeding heavily and then it became spotty over the course of two months. Then my period stopped completely for 10 months until late Aug of 2016. Now I've been bleeding off and on for almost a month and I hope it stops soon. I haven't had acne or mood swings while on the BC. I did have weight gain (30 pounds)."


"I have M.S and a syrinx, have had neuropathic pain for 17 yrs. Neurontin being the only thing that helped, but even it didn't remove much of the pain.  I have now had Ketamine twice. The first time was I.V. It removed 90% of my neuroppathic pain and lasted for about 8 months. When the pain came back I was shocked at how bad it was.  I have just finished my 2nd dose this time I was given it subcutaneously.  I have only the smallest amount of neuropathic pain left. The whole thing went very well so now when the pain is back I will go back and have another infusion. This time I only have a very small amount of pain left. I feel this has been the biggest thing that has helped my quality of life. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others."


"I have suffered from moderate to severe acne for years. I have always had bad breakouts that coincided with my cycle in my teen years. I assumed this would go away once I got older. However, it seemed to get worse throughout my mid-twenties. I am now 28. I would get cystic acne mostly around my mouth & chin area. I always had 4 or 5 huge red pimples.  Not only unsightly, they were painful & would last for weeks.  I tried everything - cleansers, masks, creams, toners, diet, antibiotics, & bc (10 ). Accutane was the last on the list...until Spironolactone appeared. My doc prescribed me the min 25mg dose per day. The 1st week I noticed a change! My skin cleared right up & I have had ONE pimple in the past 3 weeks.  I am amazed.  HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"


"I'm so glad I stumbled onto this site and comments. This pill has been a nightmare. I bleed HEAVY constantly for weeks at a time. I'm now severely anemic and am going through iron (iv) infusions. YES like another commenter I have my period for weeks, last month I was on my period 3 weeks. I'm so tired and frustrated that I'm 38 and considering a hysterectomy. I started this pill 9/28/16. Every time I called about the heavy long periods I was told it takes 2 to 3 months for my body to adjust its now been 6 months and like I said I was on my period 3 weeks last month and just had my 1st of 5 iron infusion treatments. Nightmare.. AVOID THIS PILL :("


"I got it put in almost 3 years ago (my time to get it removed is November). It is very effective I've never had any type of pregnancy scare at all throughout the last 3 years. I did lose a lot of weight mostly in my boobs and butt, which was annoying but I guess better than gaining it. At first my period was very irregular I'd get it randomly for a few days then it wouldn't come back for months then I'd be on it consistently for months at a time. Now I haven't gotten one in at least 6 months. Overall, very effective and I liked it cuz it's just there you don't have to worry about taking a pill everyday or anything. I don't even feel it or notice it there, first couple days I got it it was really bruised but after that it's been fine."


"Was on Lo Loestrin till I changed insurance and they are making me take this new birth control pill. I loved the one I was one it helped a lot with easing my menstrual cycle. Now that I've taken this. I feel like I want to be sick almost every night and my acne is terrible.  My breast have never been this tender. I absolutely hate this product! Calling my doctor for something else especially after they said it was going to be almost the same. She described it like I was taking advil but now I have to take Tylenol. Well just like with Tylenol I can't take it."


"Very relaxing not something that will get you high but will ale the spirit lifted and relaxed safely...being an ex heroin addict my anxiety is always crazy kava does help significantly."


"Had sudden deep cyst acne - getting on face, arms, and even backside. I could not understand it- doctor prescribed minocycline and everything cleared up immediately.  Unbelievable results with not one pimple since.  Thanks to your notes, I now know why I have been dizzy and sick feeling lately.  I want to come off- also do not want discolored teeth as side effect too but will go back on immediately, if needed."


"I have Epididimitis- the doctor put me on Percocet 5/325 1 tablet every 6 hrs. If you have ever had this kind of pain it hurts. Percocet didn't help. I have an upcoming knee surgery in December and my surgeon usually prescribes Percocet. I have taken Lortab for months for my knee and its effectiveness has worn out. "


"Serostim worked for 12 years but does not seem to help now."


"First time ever having Chlamydia my doc sent script for two pill treatment took last night on full stomach has had diarrhea every since a good 2 hours after I took the pills..on the toilet currently really can't tell if there's a change or not I had no symptoms at all and I am like 11 weeks pregnant so maybe this has something too do with me having poop problems"


"This drug is totally ineffective."


"I had sex for the first time ever, unprotected, on my day of ovulation. He pulled out but I was still anxious because I knew that my sisters and I were all a result of the pull out method... So we got Plan B and I took it probably an hour and a half after sex. I was really worried because I had no immediate side effects and I had "the feeling that I was pregnant." (The only side affect that I ever got was bloody noses for about six days after I took the pill.) After reading the reviews on here  I felt a lot better, but the thought of pregnancy still nagged at me. A week after sex I took two tests, both negative. My period started about five days early. Try not to stress out, this pill actually works"


"I used it in the early days of my psoriasis and it worked wonders.  I use it now because I've tried so many natural & Rx meds that did worse for me.  It has cleared my plaque psoriasis totally and a trick I learned from my Dr. is put some water on the skin and it will spread more easily and you'll use less of the cream.  It doesn't take much to work.  Make sure if your taking supplements that you get off them. Especially vitamin D3.  You will notice deep dark scares from the plaques, but they will eventually fade over time.  I'll put up with the bruised look rather than the silvery, scales.  Also, you can use a foundation make up (yes I am a guy) to cover them up.  I got that secret from my wife.  Everything is fine and cleared up."


"Suffering from debilitating depression and anxiety for many years I've tried many meds that have very little effect and made me feel just emotionally numb. I tried Viibryd. My life has changed. The restless legs was definitely uncomfortable. But after being on it almost 2 years I only take 10mg every other day since it has had time to clear my head so I'm able to learn some life coping skills. Love me some Viibryd!"


"I've had Paragard since middle 2009  and we're now in middle 2016 so a total of about 7 years. I'm in a serious relationship and have intimate relations a lot and have not gotten pregnant at all. The first 6 months I had internal pain with my body getting used to a foreign object becoming permanently a part of me, but after those months I get my regular monthly cycles (sometimes they are off but that is normal) and my cramps are the same as before I got it inserted. I would recommend"


"I took 3 Diflucan for a yeast infection and used over the counter Monistat 3 day first on my own.  One month later I am still experiencing  burning tongue, metallic taste in my mouth, slight pains going through each breast, very tired and slight itch and burn on occasion in the vagina.  I took this along with HRT and have been reading about the interaction they have together.  All I have been told is that I may have overdone the treatment, had an allergic reaction, and killed too much good bacteria.  Will never take this drug again."


"At first I hated this pill but had a 3 month supply.  In the first 2 months I had spotting all the time, crazy mood swings, intense cravings and cramps around PMS time and was loosing a dramatic amount of hair.  On the bright side my acne was non existent and I noticed weight loss. By the 3rd month I feel most symptoms cleared."


"Malarone is as safe as you can get. I have used it for 12 months without any symptom at all from the medicine or the parasite. My wife has taken it for 7 months and likewise no problem at all. The best part, while 12 colleagues have fallen and become hospitalized with the prevailing malaria in West Africa they were not taking any anti-malarial."


"I took Cozaar 50mg drug for one week and yes it was very effective in lowering my blood pressure to normal.  However, it gave me terrible insomnia so if I got two hours sleep a night I was lucky.  Also upset my stomach and gave my heart a big 'thump' every now and again.  Also vision became fuzzy."


"My depression is more work related as I'm a happy camper when I don't have to work, but I get nasty and temperamental at work.  Also I wanted to quit smoking.  I take the generic brand since I'm VA so I have no choice but it works fine!  I am much easier to get along with at work, I have quit smoking (YAY!!) and I have zero side effects.  Some may say I'm sleeping more than usual, but I'm OK with that."


"I was diagnosed with chronic migraine at 18 yrs old and put on topamax which helped until recently. I am 23 now and was in a car accident several months ago  started having vertigo, dizzy spells before a migraine, and almost everyday is a headache day. I went to a new neuro who started me on 120 mg verapamil, increased to 180 mg,then 240 mg at 240 mg the side effects were too much and am back to 180mg daily. It has def helped reduce vertigo. I still get some dizziness and lightheadedness every now and then. The migraines ate still almost every day. Waking up with a headache and going to sleep with a migraine many days."


"The packaging is too much. Too much foil that rips and cut your fingers when you’re trying to tear one of the applicators off, which does not come off evenly ever. On at least two occasions there was no tablet in the applicator, therefore useless. One time the applicator didn’t have a plunger and I could not get the tablet out to insert it manually. Never ever had any of these issues with Vagifem."


"I like Microgestin. My doctor originally put me on Lo Loestrin Fe which caused me breakthrough bleeding everyday. Since Microgestin has double the estrogen if Lo Loestrin Fe, but still considered very low dose. Had minor spotting only in the beginning. No other negative side effects."


"My back and hip pain started back in 2001. I seen soo many doctors for it and was told I was too fat so I dropped 100lbs and the pain got worse. Then I was told I was pill seeking. Told that doctor if a fricken Midol took away the pain I would take that! Finally after 10 years of pain my gastroenterologist tested me for AS and it came back positive. I was diagnosed with Colitis back in 96 so I'm not sure why they didn't put two and two together and as a result since I went untreated for a decade my spine and hips are really messed up. I was on Enbrel which was amazing. Just switched to humira. Praying it kicks in soon!!! Tired of the pain!!!"


"I started using Epiduo in June and since then my acne has been improving dramatically. When I first started, I made my skin breakout for about two weeks, but from there my skin has gotten clearer and clearer. Although, everyday when I wake up I have a thick layer of oil on my face, but I just wash it off and its fine. I strongly do recommend Epiduo."


"Dried up the sinuses pretty well and helped me sleep"


"I started taking 50mg at night about a year ago. I love the sleep I receive on this medicine. I sleep deeply through the night without any crazy dreams.  I jump out of bed in the morning feeling refreshed and ready to start the day.  I only gave it an 8 rating because it has affected my sex life.  I cannot achieve an orgasm while on this medicine.  It is effecting my life tremendously. My doctor switched me to Ambien.  Hopefully that will help."


"I had it for four years already, at first it feels a little uncomfortable, but as time passes you don't feel anything and you live your life as normal. The only side effects is longer periods but is worth it instead of getting pregnant."


"I was taking cipralex/lexapro for a little over a month. It really helped my depression but gave me minor erectile dysfunction, delayed orgasm and blocked orgasm. This was not worth staying on the drug. I have switched to trintillex and now my mood is still great and all the sexual problems are gone, great drug"


"I had gingivitis it did cure it. I noticed every time I rinsed my mouth with Chlorhexidine my eyes would turn red. It also raised my blood pressure from 140/90 right arm and 130/85 left arm, to 190/96 on the right arm and 173/110 on the left arm. This happened not to long after I rinsed with it. It took 2 days for my pressure to go back to normal. Caution for people with hypertension."


"its helpful but doesn't cover the day"


"I started taking Tri Nessa in November and this is by far THE WORST PILL ever. During the first and second month of taking this pill I was super naseous and I experienced terrible ovulation pain if I did not take my pill at the exact time everyday. Currently, I have horrible mood swings, depression, and my skin is breaking out like crazy. The only thing this pill didn't do was gain weight. Going to my doctor next week to change my bc plan."


"I started taking this pill after i had my son, the dr prescribed this pill because i breastfeed. I have been on the pill for almost a year now and i have a period twice a month and im not talking about spotting or light bleeding.. i have a heavy period every time. I know everyone has different experiences but i would not recommend this pill."


"I've been on nexplanon for 6 years and had originally to go another three years but I'm getting tired of constantly bleeding, acne, weight gain and mood swings. When I got this put in I weighed 105 lbs now I weigh 145lbs and have zero confidence because of it other than that I'd probably keep using it."


"I NEVER write reviews, but after trying to use this product I felt a duty to warn everybody!! I barely had a YI, I had gotten it from the antibiotics I was on. Honestly within 10 minutes of having this in I was burning like a bat out of hell, I was so damn itchy . I rushed to the store to get the “azo yeast” to get relief from the cream that was suppose to be helping me. I am writing this now in my shower trying to get this product out. I wish I would have looked at reviews before I bought this.  WORST PRODUCT EVER. SAFE YOURSELF AND JUST CALL A DOCTOR."


"I've used a numerous of medicines over 25 yrs. Gabapentin helps but not the best. THE type of my insomnia is rare. Only 1 in 100 thousand have the type that I have. Been to sleep studies, programs, special diets and alot of therapy including psycho therapy. The sleep specialistat the university said there is no cure and best to fall asleep when possible. BUT that's very hard when trying to hold down a job and maintaining my family.

Since, well in certain states, including mine- medicinal Marijuana is legal....

I smoke Indica strains and if still having problems, I take a 1mg Klonopin or Xanax and lights out!

It's Nighty Night instead of Wakey Wake! Now it's trying to go pass out before I eat all my munchies for work."


"5 weeks after I started Nardil my life completely changed. After 15 years I could smile again.
I have tried every drug under the sun for my depression and social anxiety (SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, APs, benzos, opiates) but nothing has worked until Nardil."


"I am currently on day 5 of the patch and have had very very light spotting, but have been an emotional wreck all day. I think this is due to work related stress too though.
I thought it would be just another form of contraception that is useless to me, but after reading everyones reviews, I feel sooo much better!
I have PCOS, so I am using it to regulate my periods. I also feel better that some people got pregnant as soon as they stopped using it. "


"I have had constipation all my life I am now 31. When I had my children my constipation turned chronic. I tried all the normal things in the chemist. Agarol. Metamucil. Senna. Nulax. Movicol.....the list goes on.
I had a colonoscopy which confirmed nothing .
This was frustrating as I'm glad it was all clear but the nothing diagnosis didn't help me fix anything. The doctor said I have  lazy bowel as I never got the urge to go to use my bowels .
After the children I tried dulcolax which I wanted to try earlier but couldn't because pregnant.
My first time was horrendous haha the cramps oh my goodness but then the relief oh my was I cleaned out  felt amazing.
Unfortunately I take 2 every night before bed and have done every day for the last 6 years ."


"Made me very sick at my stomach"


"I was on Lutera before it was suggested that I switch to the generic form of Yaz in order to help clear up my skin.  so I did.  For the first weeks or so I was very tired and had excruciating headaches, both of which were very out of character for me.  This resolved after about a week.  As for my skin it took probably about 4 months to clear up, but after it cleared up it stayed that way, thanks to Yaz.  On the negative side, this pill brought my libido into the negative.  Also dryness became an issue which of course further effected my libido in a negative way, besides just being embarrassing in general.  Now my insurance has decided to no longer cover it so I am switching, I am worried about my skin, but excited to have my sex life back."


"I have been living with HIV for the last 13 years and currently been on Atripla for the last 18 days. I must say that it gave me very restless nights, insomnia. But the bright side is that it works perfectly if taken last in the night when about to go to bed. My question is, does this medicine also deposits fat from the hips to the waist? It's been working well as its one tablet a day. I thank God for giving me a second chance and praying that I will live to see the next 20 years."


""just stopped because I have been on it to long, it will cause bone loss"

-->Actually, this has recently been refuted! I almost had a hysterectomy last summer after my GYN told me I had to stop for bone loss & the surgeon's a leading expert in her field - told me to ride the Depo Train as long as it prevents my god-awful periods & then come back for the surgery.  She emailed me the studies, so I verified the info myself."


"Use with caution! I was stupid enough to take a whole pill and I thought I was going to die. My heart was racing even though I was laying perfectly still and the world was swimming like I was drunk. The effects have lessened over the course of a few hours but I will definitely not take more than 1/4 of one of theses pills in the future!"


"I'm 32 and have been diagnosed with depression since I was about 21. I know that I was depressed way before then but, did not have the diagnosis nor knew what depression was. I was on Celexa 40mg and lithium 600mg for about 4 years. I was functional but, there was a dimension of life that I knew was missing. I did not have a taste for life. A few weeks ago, I had another major depression episode and found myself bed bound. Could not get out of bed. Would sleep for hours on end; I no longer counted days. My trichotillomania had returned with a vengeance and it brought a binge eating disorder to boot. Psychiatrist prescribed Abilify. It has been 4 days since I have taken my first dose (2mg) and I already feel like I am healed. I smiled."


"I have had insomnia for years. In 1991 I had surgery for ovarian cancer. The chemo made me very nervous.  My dr. Prescribed this medicine and it worked great.  Since then, I have continued to take.  I have worked in a health food store for years and have tried all the natural supplements.  So far this is the best and safest medication I have taken.  I usually only need 1 mg. at night.  I also have irritable bowel syndrome and fibromyalgia and it works great for it also.  My dr. said this medicine is much safer than over the counter sleep aids."


"Mom is 98 years old, the Gabapentin Capsules was for her knees pain, 100 mg, twice a day. It did help for her pain relief, however we found  she started having bed side effect as dark urine, feeling tire, not hungry, feeling confused at night time, so we decided to stop the medication."


"I was diagnosed with IBS when I was 26.  I am now 37.  It has only been the last year and a half that my IBS decided to SERIOUSLY kick in.  I was going up to 7 days with no bowel movement and when it did come the only thing I can compare it to was labor pains.  My insurance finally decided they would pay for the Amitiza.  I have been on it just over a month now and the results have been WONDERFUL...I am more regular, the longest I go is 3 days but usually daily, and there is NO PAIN associated with it.  Thanks Amatiza you have been a GOD SEND TO ME."


"I smoked for 45 years, sometimes more than 2 packs per day. I tried just about everything and then gave Chantix a shot.  First I had the weird dreams (which I can still remember) and my cravings diminished.  Since I loved to smoke and still do, it took me over 3 months to finally quit.  However, I took it up again after 3 years of being smoke free.  Started Chantix again and now I'm smoke free.

All I can really say is that this stuff works but give it some time.  You need to remember than a lot of it is mental and breaking the habit and pleasure isn't easy.  I know that I'll never start again after my slip-up and having to do it over.  Do I still want a cigarette?  Yes, but only because I enjoy smoking.  It's not a physical craving now."


"I have a now 10 yo son that was diagnosed with ADD & ADHD when he was 7. His Dr. has put him on all  different types of meds since.  The only one we found that seemed to work for him, was Vyvanse, well now he's on Strattera 18 MG and I had to rush him to the ER because he was complaining about his chest bothering him, and I mean really bad.  They said he was fine, besides his heart rate,which was really really high, but they didn't see anything wrong. I mentioned he was on Strattera, and they said that the meds can be a big part of it.  I took him off of it for the next two days, and he was fine. Started him back on it, and a week later, (2/6/16) he was having pains in his chest again, so I've been trying to get a hold of his Dr to stop it."


"This medication has really helped me a lot! I feel energetic, happy and my mind is clearer, along with no more memory loss! It was rough the first day though. I felt drugged, restless and couldn't keep my eyes open. Now I'm on day 3 and the restlessness still remains along with hunger pangs and slight agitation, but overall I'm pleased with Saphris."


"I have been diagnosed with depression and panic disorder (for 20 years now). I learned over the years that if I could keep my anxiety/panic under good control I would be much less likely to go into depression (uncontrolled anxiety greatly increases the chance I will experience depression). Xanax works extremely well at keeping my anxiety (and hence depression) under control. These days I don't need to use it continuously because just knowing that Xanax is there and works so well if I need it has a calming effect. I didn't give Xanax 10/10 though because it has one annoying side effect for me: it kills my libido rather effectively if I take it for a few days. Apart from that, very tolerable - way more so than any antidepressant I was on."


"It worked very well for my allergies but the problem was I couldn't function due to extreme dizziness to the point of vomiting.  I cannot take it so I'm taking Zyrtec."


"Have taken the medicine for an essential tremor, in conjunction with primodine, and have found my condition to be stable."


"I have been on Suboxone for at least 4 years. I went from 3 times 8mg to 4mg 1 time daily and I felt just as a normal functioning person with regular feelings. Everything was normal. Now I am in a country where they don't have such a medication and I am back on methadone and feel as I felt before while being on heroine and other opioid substances. No feelings, no nothing. I can't wait to get back home to keep taking Suboxone because this is a miracle pill if you even decided to stay on maintenance. I felt just fine on 2mg 1 time daily but I tapered myself gradually over months. So I can just recommend for people who have opiate addiction problems to switch to Suboxone."


"I have been taking 8mg Suboxone for 2 years and switched to Bunavail because myinsurance would cover it. I am switchng back after taking it for 2 weeks because 4.2 mg of Bunavail does not equal 8mg of Suboxone regardless of what the manufactor claims. I started feeling bad around day 4 of taking it and have not felt better. I would not recommend switching to this brand."


"The only great thing about this is that I didn't get pregnant. Seriously I cry at everything and I have horrible depression. I get mad at my boyfriend for everything and I am always upset. Don't recommend"


"Well I am 23 and I have been smoking for 8 years, I have been taking Chantix for 6 days now and I have cut back to just 4 a day. I was smoking 1-1.5 packs a day. I have not had many side effects from taking Chantix so from, only some mild unusual dreams and some what irritated. I believe I will be done with smoking by the middle of my second week on this."


"Gained excessive amounts of weight. Made me feel catatonic."


"Vyvanse is probably one of the more successful attempts by pharmaceutical companies to create a medication for ADD/ADHD that doesn't carry the negative repercussions other, older medications have, i.e. anxiety, anorexia, insomnia, etc. It's amazing."


"Started xenical 6 days ago. As I'm a nightshift worker without bathroom conveniently available all the time I decided to start on days off & with some fat in my diet to see how severe the consequences maybe. Ate cheese salami & crackers and took a pill..thinking the effects would follow soon.  Some 12 hours later the oil / fat passed..& for 6 days that has been my experience. I've lost 2.1 kg so far I'm really happy but have been really thirsty. Which is o.k. Not hungry though.."


"Have chronic Lyme disease - causing depressed immune function. Ceftin eliminated my urinary tract infection in one week without any side reactions.  Felt better after first dose.  Love this medication!"


"Citalopram has literally given me my life back.  I have suffered, largely untreated, with mild-moderate depression for most of my adult life (and likely as a teen).  About 10 yrs ago, I had taken Zoloft, but hated the way I felt on it.  Since then, I had sworn off anti-depressants.  The past few years have been stress-filled and in the past year or so, I have been on a downward spiral.  I was holding it together well enough at work, but would crash when I got home.  I wasn't being the mother or wife I wanted to be (and knew I could be), and was likely headed for a divorce.  I was diagnosed with PMDD (though I think it is more general depression as well) and started on 20 mg of citalopram.  I am me again! (side effects=dry mouth, sweating, high sex drive)."


"I suffered terrible depression and anxiety after I had my son. It was the worst experience because I had no control over the worrying, sadness and hopelessness. I wasn't able to enjoy my newborn because I felt so down and anxious about everything. After I developed insomnia and would sleep for 3 days at a time I decided to get help. I felt embarrassed and shameful for feeling this way, but I can assure anyone dealing with postpartum anxiety/depression that it's NOT your fault! It's a very real disorder and can take a person's life if they don't seem help. Zoloft literally saved mine, I have been on 100mgs for one year and feel like the happy person I was before pregnancy. Best decision I've ever made!!"


"I'm on my 3rd week of bupropion and I have finally started seeing a difference in myself. It was a Thursday and I was in clinicals, I'm in college for athletic training, and I was just my normal friendly happy energetic self. Out of the three weeks I have had dizziness once and I have noticed some trembling but so far so good and I really feel like I'm getting back to my normal self. I had been down for so long I'm just glad I finally did something about it!"


"Finally, a medicine prescribed by my psychiatrist that is non narcotic and actually works. Due to a severe auto accident fifteen years ago, I am now 40 yrs old, and having suffered a closed head injury, fractured pelvis, 4 fractured ribs and tailbone fracture. I have suffered with chronic pain mostly my adult like. I have undergone nearly every pain management regime one can think of: Epid nerve blocks, rhizotomy, physical therapies and of course every narcotic medicine that was available. Yet within just a few months, and after all these years, Doctor and I have finally found a medication regimen that truly works! Lyrica 75 2x a day and MS 60mg 2x daily. And since starting Lyrica, my acute pain episodes are less frequent."


"This pill does work! Trust me. I took this pill literally 20 minutes after having sex and I had bad cramping and nausea and breast tenderness for about a week. I didn't get my period on time, I got it 5 days late. But hey, I got it! And I'm so glad. This pill really does work."


"Was only on this for 4 days. I yook 25mg in the mornings. The side effects were bad and got progressively worse. My head felt weird and also headaches that lasted hours on end. Took extra long to fall asleep the third day. I barely ate the third and fourth day because the naseua was so bad. I would eat something small then feel like vomitting. The last day I tried to take it before bedtime as directed to try to sleep through the bad parts, but ended up calling off work because of severe insomnia. I would not recommend this stuff for anyone. Stay away from this stuff!"


"I'm 21 years old and have been on this birth control for almost a year now and I absolutely love it. No weight gain, no headaches, no acne, no side effects really except I no longer have a period at all. Just to be cautious I take a pregnancy test every month, but so far there hasn't been a need for it. My sex drive is the same and hasn't changed at all. The pills are easy to swallow. I would never switch birth controls!"


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


"I've only been on this half a week, but I've already lost 2 lbs. I'm on the lowest dosage of 0.6 mg. I've had chronic weight gain for 2 years and lost 30 lbs last year, but in 2 months gained it back plus an extra 10 lbs (while still dieting). The doctors are speculating I have PCOS or it's birth control related as I am only 18 and this quite abnormal for my age. After my first shot I felt the effects immediately. I have 0 hunger and 0 cravings. I've been forgetting to eat actually because I always feel full. I do have some minor nausea which makes it hard for me to eat, but I think that's a plus because it's making it easy for me to stick to my diet. I'm on weight watchers and sticking to a low sugar high protein diet."


"I have been on opioids for 29 years now. About 10 years ago, my doses were so high and the constant pushing because of impact ion unless I was taking 10 laxatives at night to wake up with unbearable cramps to have diarrhea, then taking more laxatives throughout day cured the fecal impaction....but I ended up with a external prolapsed bowel that would come out even going tinkle. The doctors had never seen one completely outside, which I would have to manually push back in every time. Surgery was 10 nights in the hospital on one of those automatic beds that move position so you don't get bed sores. 1000+ stitches and staples and now Relistor....doesnt always work, but when it does....OMG! It feels like heaven...Yeah!!!!"


"I was prescribed 20mg before bed to alleviate the pain form arthritis in my neck.I took them and after the second night I slept good and awoke with very little pain in the morning.However after 5 days I was not sleeping well and was like a zombie in the afternoon/evening and became very short fused.I returned to the dr who prescribed Temazapan to help me sleep and he said to increase the dose of Nortiptyline to 25mg.I discussed it with my wife and she said she would prefer if I didn't as she was not happy with the side effects.I stopped taking them and felt "normal" again by the next afternoon.I have found that ibuprofen helps when the pain is severe although that doesn't happen so much anymore because I have discovered Gelatin."


"Since I have had this implant in my arm I have been bleeding for almost 3 months. I have also formed breast masses that have continued to grow and as of today I have an abnormal heart rate. I asked my doctor (whom I work for) if the heart condition is associated with my birth control and he confirmed that it is (through stat blood work and an echocardiogram). My body is now out of wack and I have to get it taken out 4 months after having it placed in my arm. It has made my life a nightmare."


"I have moderate acne, cysts blackheads white heads on cheeks and chin. Applied nightly to face for 6 weeks, no improvement noticed. Got the purging period I think, but it never got any better.

Am taking anti-biotics now hopefully those help instead"


"I've been on the medication for like 2 weeks and have seen no difference I hope it starts to work soon"


"While doing a twist in Zumba in January I felt a pop and terrible pain in my knee.  I was in great pain when walking, for a month, with a knee I have never had a problem with. When I went to the orthopedic Dr he told me I was bone on bone and a candidate for knee surgery.  I am 68 yrs old, very active and have never been overweight, I was shocked at the diagnosis.  Cortisone gave me no relief.  Starting in March I had one injection for 4 weeks, with minimal relief.  A month after the last shot (middle of May) I got out of bed with 90% relief and a bit more improvement for 5 to 6 days.  It is now 5 months and I am almost pain free!  I will have this again when it wears off."


"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.."


"It worked very good; however it lowered my blood sodium which can be dangerous so I had to stop taking it."


"It works well. The first day I notice itching and swelling around my vagina I went and got Monistat. The itching was getting worse, then day 1 I still had a lil itching day 2 no itching but still swelling day 3 no itching no swelling but the infection was coming out. Good to use"


"I do feel like this medicine calms me, without any side effects whatsoever. Not for someone looking for a mood change like with benzodiazepines (Xanax, Klonopin). I love that it doesn't make me tired or loopy feeling. That said, my anxiety is not as bad as some people have it, so maybe  this is not strong enough for others. No withdrawal or addictive qualities make it definitely worth trying before going to something stronger, though."