"I have been on Brintellix for nearly six weeks.  I experienced severe nausea for the first 10 days but thankfully it subsided after that time.  The medicine has mellowed me out but I still feel very zoned out, tired and listless.  I don't have a "joy" for life with this medicine that I experienced on another antidepressant in the past.   My major concern is an increase in blood pressure.  I am an extremely healthy 35 year old female whose blood pressure has ALWAYS been 110/70.  Since starting this medication, my blood pressure has gone from 110/70 to 120/82, then 139 over 74 and now 149 over 80.  Nothing has changed in the past six weeks other than the addition of the medicine.  I'm hoping to find something that is going to work soon."


"I've been taking this birth control for about 7 months now. When I first started I noticed that my sex drive dropped A LOT. Every now and then I get emotional/angry over little things. This pill didn't make me gain/lose weight and it cleared my skin up but every now and then I'd get a pimple before my period. the periods lasted 4-5days no change in that. BUT the most upsetting thing was my hair got thinner! Maybe to others it's probably not a big deal but if you love your hair as much as I do, it's a problem. Believe me I never wanna be bald. After I finish my current pack I'm getting off this pill for good."


"I've been on Bactrim and Aczone 7.5% for about a month now and my face is completely clear! I started noticing less breakouts the second week and by the end of the third week I had no new ones. I apply the Aczone in the morning before putting on makeup and then again at night after I wash my face. I'm not totally sure if it's the Bactrim or the Aczone that's clearing it up (maybe a combination?) but it's improved so much that even my bf mentioned that he noticed a difference this past week. I've also experienced no major side effects. My only concern is that once I slowly start to come off the medication, will the acne come back. Definitely give it a shot though if you've been struggling with acne and don't want to resort to Accutane!"


"I have tried every medicine and NOTHING worked for my pain. I have been on Savella for a little over a month now and I am almost pain free.  Savella has given me my life back!  Doctor was very careful when upping the dose so I've just been on the full dosage of 50 mg. Twice a day for a week now.  No adverse side effects at all.  I am a 56 year old female.  The only other medicines I take is my 2 medicines for high blood pressure.  My blood pressure is being monitored and so far everything is fine.  I highly recommend this.  It is a miracle for me."


"My blood pressure was under control with Benicar 20mg with no side effects.  Irbesartan 300mg is not coming close to the good blood pressure from Benicar."


"Excellent product! I actually take it for MS. It is wonderful  to have my "want to" back if only temporarily. Unfortunately  Fla Blue will not cover for MS so hoarding is my  only  option. The result are worth it!"


"Denavir, for me, does not work. It does not stop the cold sore formation and does not heal it quickly. It has taken nearly 2 weeks for my cold sore to heal."


"I have been constipated for four days and my GP recommended I try Dulcolax.  I took it at noon and around 6.30pm I was in agony with my stomach churning. I vomited several times and was stuck with unproductive straining. I was having cold sweats and was very spaced out. When I could move to my medicine cabinet I took 10mg of Buscopan and some paracetamol which seems to have helped. I am not trying this again."


"I took my first pill last night, and feel better already!

I had never before suffered from anxiety, until I started a new and very stress-filled job. I held my own at first, but the past few months really took it's toll on my physical health. Yesterday, I truly believed I was having either a heart attack, or panic attack...I've never had a panic attack, never! Rushed to my doctor who looked at me and said- I've never seen you look like this before.

After explaining how my job was affecting my life, and talking about different stress/anxiety relievers, and making time for me, he wrote the prescription. I was hesitant to take, but slept like a baby for the first time in months!

I will check back as I continue with the medication."


"From 8 year suffering from allergy, asthma attack were normal for me. I had no control on them but when I started taking cetirizine I found a magic to control my attacks.
Now for 4 yrs I"m keeping this tablet in my wallet. Whenever I have any symptoms I take this. It really works like miracle.  Generally in a month I need this 6-8 times this tab. For me it is a life saving drug."


"I just recently began having panic attacks and becoming depressed (within the last 3 months). When I went to my doctor he put me on Lexapro.  Horrible! I took it for 3 days and it made me feel like a zombie. He then put me on Buproprion XL and I feel like my old self again.  It took about 4 weeks to take full effect, but, if you hang in there, it is a great thing.  I have had some side effects like dry mouth, trouble sleeping at night and really strange dreams, but, the longer I am on it the lesser the side effects are becoming.  I still have to take the occasional Xanax, but all around I feel great. I am so thankful that I didn't have to go through all the other depression medications to find the right one!"


"THE REVIEWS ARE TRUE!!! I normally take 12 hour Allegra-D (as needed).
When I took this  I immediately felt worse, nose wouldn't stop running, got very hot (red), coughing almost like it make it worse. I felt it kick in & got extremely heavy.
My nose felt like I was in the bottom of a pool, swollen, my eyes were puffy, vision impaired, had horrible nightmares, barely woke up when my alarm went off, felt worse than when I went to bed!!! Fatigued all day, bloated, headaches, swollen nose & MASSIVE sinus pressure when I looked down at work, felt like my senses were numb & I wasn't human. Everything everyone listed negative is true. I will NEVER take it again & I'm shocked it still available OTC & do NOT waste your money, it's total FRAUD."


"I'm 16 and I have been on the depo shot 7 months so yes I've only had 3,
I received my first in April, I was actually quite scared so my friend came with me but I didn't even know the nurse had finished then I received my second one two days late of when I was meant to, it was meant to be the Wednesday in July however I forgot about it and received it on the Friday 17th July for these I had no bleeding at all then in September I had this brown looking mark in My underwear and realised it's dry blood telling me I'm due my next injection soon. the nurse told me this could carry on a little throughout protection of this one and it is normal!  I had my 3rd one yesterday  9/10/15 and I was told this one may bleed but it will stop soon."


"At 29 weeks pregnant I had a fever. Thought I was leaking amniotic fluid. Went to the hospital and misdiagnosed with a UTI. Stayed overnight with IVF and antibiotics and checked, monitored and ultrasound before discharged the following day. 24 hours later still not having felt well went back to the hospital and rechecked, water broke dilated to 2 and Dr said she didn't think of it before, but was going to test and treat me for Genital Herpes. Right after the emergency c section. "


"I love this cream. My doctor prescribed this to me for acne (cystic, and blackheads). This was a dream cream for me. I am 23 years old and have been suffering from acne since about 14. Ive never had clear skin since using this stuff - and ive tried every product - even then expensive luxury products. This smoothed my skin after 2 weeks of use, made my hyper pigmentation from years of acne drastically improve. I do understand this is very drying, because it is speeding up creating new layers of skin. Because I don't want to be blotchy with dry patches all the time, I use this cream every other night, and moisturize thoroughly the next morning. I couldn't be happier with this cream because I'm finally able to not wear as much make up!!!!"


"DONT GO ON THIS PILL. I had horrible side effects the first month of this pill to the point that i literally thought I was loosing my mind. You will also gain weight using this."


"I decided to get Nexplanon after being dissatisfied with the pill. I got it placed June 2015 and Im very happy with it. Thankfully the only side effects Ive experienced are weight gain, 13lbs which was welcomed since I was a little under-weight and light spotting every now and then, nothing too bothersome. I love that I dont have to remember a pill everyday or go in for shots or replace a patch/ring every week/month, and I love that its effective for up to 3 years."


"I've been on this medication for about 9 years for Bipolar, even after all that time i still suffer from the exhaustion i NEED to sleep 12 hrs every night any less and a few days later i have to sleep for 14 to 16 hrs to catch up so it pretty much rules my life in a bad way but it has more or less stopped the manic [has or at least made them less severe, dosn;t help with depression. After six years off work I'm trying to go back but everything has to be planned around taking quetiapine, i can't drive after taking it and i need to take it about five hrs before i want to sleep so nights out are a no no as i'm too groggy the next day. If i miss a dose i literally cannot sleep, my jaw tightens and i get anxious, i take 600mg"


"Awful. Didn't help and made me feel so apathetic. My school performance significantly decresed. I tried weaning off from taking 20 mg, then 10mg daily, then 10mg every other day, then 5mg every other day and had the worst withdrawl symptoms ever. Increased anxiety and depression. I was crying all the time and sometime felt manic. I had more pain and also had a fever of +102.8 for three days. Would not recomend"


"This should be the first thing you take when you realize you have back pain. At the very least this will take the sharp edge off and give you enough time to get to Urgent Care or an immediate doctor appointment. I have noticed that for extended use (2-5 days) the pain symptoms slowly come back, but at least this is something I can buy OTC."


"I have been on this birth control for about a year now. It is until recently everything is coming together to only prove how bad this birth control is for me. I have horrible mood swings, nausea, depression, tired more, slight weight gain, thinning of my hair (used to have nice thick hair and now it is thin) and if I miss a day and take two together I get really sick. I can only say that I have not gotten pregnant and I have decent periods. All I know is that I need to change quick.Some birth controls work better for others but please listen to your body and watch for any changes etc."


"Helped me through alcohol withdrawal"


"I started 25mg of Zoloft two weeks ago. My experience is different because I started taking it after 6 months on Prozac. On Prozac  I ended up with paranoia, obsessive thoughts and certainty that I was going crazy, but didn't recognize it as a side effect of medicine. Finally, my therapist told me that Prozac must be making me crazy. As soon as I stopped Prozac and started Zoloft i felt better. I'm not yet sure if I feel better because I'm off Prozac or because Zoloft is working, but I'm calmer and feeling "normal". Still low and worried about everything."


"Worst bc out of all three I have tried. I switched because this pill was much cheaper, now I know why.I gained over 5 pounds in only one pack (month). It gave me cystic acne and before my skin was clean. No babies w unprotected sex but still, I will be switching back to my previous pill."


"Aciphex was a true dream come true for me. Ive suffered from savere reflux for 3 years now, because of a hiatel hernia, and this is the first and only thing that has completely stopped the reflux and pain!!!!"


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


"Been using Rogaine for about 4 months, experiencing scalp itch on the spot and behind my ears. Hope it goes away."


"I am 71 years old and both knees are bone on bone. Total knee replacements are not an option for me. I was getting Cortisone shots every few months and they were helpful. The doctor advised me Euflexxa may help me and I was given my 1st shot in the office but with every shot I felt worse, I advised the doctor that the pain was so extreme that I couldn't walk. 1 week after the 3rd shot I was given a Cortisone injection in both knees and 1 week later my left leg swelled up and I was admitted to the hospital with a flesh eating disease. I was close to 2 days from death and in surgery within a day to remove the bacteria. I was in the hospital and rehab for almost 4 months and am still in a wheelchair getting home nurse care and on antibiotics."


"I take it first thing in the morning with a full glass of water.  Seems to help throughout the day."


"Been on it a week now. So far no bad symptoms at all."


"I have been taking Drixoral since it was made.  It used to be by prescription only.  I was overjoyed when it came out over the counter.  This is the best allergy/sinus pill you can take.  Relieves stuffy nose due to swollen sinuses, sneezing, itchy nose and eyes, etc.  This is the only medicine that works for me."


"I've been using Duac gel for around two years now. I know it's supposed to be a 12 week treatment for acne however when I first used this I had acne and I used it for maybe two weeks and my acne was gone. Once I stop using Duac gel I get the odd spots so I just use it everyday to prevent my spots coming back and I take a two week break every three months. I live in the UK so I get this product prescribed to me and a prescription on the NationalHealthService here is "


"I definitely recommend plan b for any girls who have had unprotected sex and are scared of the possible outcome. My experience with plan b was both good and bad. I took plan b 5 hours after the condom broke. Unfortunately for me it was my predicted day of ovulation. At first I had faith in plan b but after reading hundreds of reviews I had mixed emotions. I have a 40 day cycle sometimes earlier, but never more than 40 days. The morning after taking plan b I got serious nausea and I was so tired, I slept a lot. My symptoms went on for about 2 weeks. I also was very emotional during this time. Plan b really messes up your hormones and I was so overemotional. Since the condom broke and he finished inside me AND it was on ovulation day I was freaking out. I also had tons of discharge. I kept thinking I got my period and would race to the washroom however, it was this clear discharge. I was very concerned and thought that plan b had failed. On the day I was suppose to get my period, there was nothing. A few days passed and there was still nothing. I was still very nauseous, my boobs were super sore, and I had weird cramps every so often. I was preparing for the worse, but finally a week after I was suppose to, I got my period. At first it was light and I was, once again, worried it was a sign of pregnancy; spotting. The day after I got my normal flow. Plan b saved me and I'm so thankful, I will definitely be more careful next time. All in all, plan b is very effective and I recommend it, however, the symptoms were pretty bad. Then again it is a lot better than being pregnant and not ready for the responsibly. I'm only 16 years old and definitely capable of raising a child. Avoid a next time, plan b should be used for emergencies only and not regularly. I read tons of things on the Internet about plan b and I wouldn't trust all of the feedback. Plan b DOES work during and after ovulation. I am very grateful for plan b and give it the highest rating for effectiveness."


"I have been using over 3 weeks with no side effects except a slight burning for a few days but even the burning is gone!
I have had severe dry eyes that made me miserable! I have plugs in all four tear ducts and the Dr., tried Restatis which did nothing! The Xiidra has been wonderful and my eyes feel like normal again!
So thankful for this medicine!"


"I have been using this drug for 5 days. I have pneumonia and bronchitis. My cough is better and I am beginning to cough up mucus. My only problem is that I am very tired and want to sleep a lot. I have 5 more days and we will see."


"I've been taking this medication for about 6 months now to help treat my insomnia issues and my migraines which have disabled me at 20 years old.. It's helped a lot. I only take 10mg because I am sensitive to medication and always have been... Because it's a form of anti-depressant I was stressed to try it because Zoloft made me insane and I was afraid I'd get the same way on this... To my surprise, after going 6 years without any medication, this has worked really well. No dizziness like other meds have caused. I do get slight dry mouth. If I wake up at night it's short lived and I go back to sleep. I don't feel 'doped' up when I wake up either just able to fall asleep again.. I would recommend this medication! side effects: Dry Mouth."


"Started wellbutrin 150 XL  once a day last year. Went up to 300 XL once a day. I felt very hyper, so went back go 150. Six months later tried above again. This time feel great. Very calm. Wonder why that is?"


"Not losing"


"I have been taking Apri for about 3 or 4 years now, and I am not pregnant! So that in itself makes it a good pill. However, my periods are still fairly heavy and the cramps painful, and I suspect that the estrogen may have something to do with the migraines I experience, but I'm not sure. "


"I recently started using the patch. I have had to wear a pad everyday prior to using it. I'm only on day 6, second patch, and I feel like my life has changed. I can walk, exercise, even sneeze and have no problem. I was concerned about the adhesive because I have allergies and sensitive skin, but I haven't had an issue. I place the patch on my lower abdomen off to the side. I removed the excess adhesive with baby oil and q-tips. It came right off. I'll definitely keep using this product."


"I have tried different medications (Diladuids, Percocet ) as I have had 2 knee replacements and another because 1 became infected. Vicodin has been better because of fewer side effects."


"Don't take this drug !! It caused me to have horrendously bad dreams. They were terrifying. My anxiety has worsened by 100 percent. I'm fearful of going to sleep. I've not slept more than three hours a night for two weeks. Another side effect I experienced was hair loss and vertigo. Thanks to my " doctor " I have regular episodes of vertigo which I had never experienced in my life. Stay away from this drug !"


"I have being taking Byetta & Lantus for 3mths, i'm allergic to metformin. my blood glucose has been very high 22.8 being the highest & average 12-13 now the highest is 18.2 average 10-14 fasting morning readings 9-10 which is still very high - i'm ambivalent with my feelings of byetta - i am disappointed as I really thought it would work brilliantly for me...i've always had nausea as the main side-effect it's severity varies somedays it's shocking other days dissipates with a ginger tea but it's never not being there! I have a review with my GP which will up byetta to 10mcg & then reveiw with endocrinlogist 2mths where he might restart me on a brand new protocol - - which might be a good thing - - as this clearly isn't working"


"Works great for schizophrenia like symptoms, still have some traces of voices however but the symptoms are VERY suppressed and not noticeable. The medication changed my aggression symptoms into neutral/muted emotions. Sex drive is completely gone. Cannot have orgasms and I gained 30 pounds in a month. I have a problem controlling my eating on this medication. I barely feel the sedation from whence I had first started.

I highly recommend this medication for psychotic symptoms. I am currently on 20 mg per day before bed."


"I was put on Celexa about 6 months ago for anxiety attacks and a little bit of depression. After the loss of my Grandpa, I cried a lot and couldn't even go into Wal-mart alone because I would have an attack and leave the store empty handed. This medicine has done amazing things to me, I am calm, in a better mood, and overall I don't worry so much about the little things that I can not control in life. I had a few small side effects, but nothing that was more horrible then not leaving the house because you would have panic attacks. I had dry mouth the first couple of weeks but overall I feel amazing and recommend it highly to everyone. Just remember that people's bodies are different, and it might just not be the one for you."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I am wondering if I should reschedule procedure for tomorrow. I did not drink the 2 16 oz glasses of water after my first dose.  Since my instructions were to take first at 6 p and second at 10 p i took second dose and am drinking the water after. Not much happening. Wondering what to do."


"I am at the end of the 2nd week of the starter pack, last 20 mg pill.  I feel so much better on this medicine. My depression started after some horrible things happened in my family and it paralyzed me.  I didn't want to do anything anymore.  I wanted to be left alone.  I finally feel happy again.  I have been on Zoloft.  That worked but I gained too much weight. Effexor didn't really help and Wellbutrin did nothing.  This one made a huge difference and quickly.  I had diarrhea the first day of each new dose but it quickly went away.  No other side effects.  I am also sleeping much better.  The bottom line is, everyone is so completely different.  It is all trial and error."


"I am 36 and in the past year began getting cystic acne on my chin, cheeks and temples.  The cysts were incredibly red, itchy, and painful. They never came to a head and seemed to never fully heal.  Because they wouldn't heal, I would pick at them.  Last week, I broke out with 17 at once.  I was very embarrassed,  got fed up and saw a dermatologist. He prescibed Doxycycline and Aczone 2x per day.  Amazing results in less than a week!  My 'wounds' are all dried up and I'm dealing with moderate peeling now.  It seems as though Aczone immediately remedied the redness. I only woke up with one new pimple, but it healed in 1 day."


"We switched on the advice of the then new ADHD therapist.  It took longer to "kick in" and build up than other meds we tried but it has been a God send.  His grades are WAY up and he's not as hot or cold as he used to be.  My only issues are he won't eat while on it...not even a tiny bite.  Dr is keeping an eye on the weight.  Also, to me, he's not himself.  I don't like the flatness because his personality is so big!  At least it wears off!"


"I honestly didn't realize I had a medical condition. I just thought my deodorants weren't working for me. I recently had a rash under my arm and went to the doctor and he said I had hyperhidrosis. For the past few years I'm am only to wear tank tops or black/white shirts to prevent the seeing of my underarm sweat, so terribly embarrassing. I would have such envy of anybody who could wear a clingy colored shirt! Now that I have been prescribed Hypercare it has only been one day and I wore a gray clingy shirt today with no armpit sweat stain! I feel so much more comfortable now, and I get too expand my wardrobe with clingy colorful shirts now! Thank you doctor!"


"Percocet is indeed a wonder medicine for pain. I take up to 5 a day and still have some pain, but at least it is dulled to a point of making my life worthwhile.
I am in late 70s and doctors have told me that back surgery at my age and my condition (Severe stenosis, herniated disc) is risky. I thought my later years would be enjoyable but back pain has made me lose interest in all the things that I looked forward to, travel, etc. It has placed a heavy burden on my wife to take care of me in my pain mode."


"Experienced a major, full-blown panic attack (due to stress and agoraphobia) while out with a friend. She offered Librium, two 5mg capsules. The hysteria subsided fairly quickly, but I could not stop crying, & could not breathe. Two more Librium stabilised me completely. When I told my doctor, she "told" me rather than asking me that I slept for the remainder of that day. Nooooo....I've been telling her for MONTHS that it takes high doses of 4 different meds for me to sleep. One of those is Klonopin. For 10 years I was prescribed 6mg at bedtime. New doc came in, cut me down to 4mg, upsetting my balance, making falling asleep a chore. I hope she will take into account the Librium'so positive effect."


"I sincerely recommend this product to any individual suffering from hyperhydrosis. All throughout my childhood I suffered from excessive sweating on my scalp and underarms. For those of you who've felt publicly victimized by this condition, you are not alone. WARNING to first time users: I would recommend using the regular 12% or mild 6.5% Aluminum chloride formula initially. I myself initially utilized the extra strong formula which contained 20% Aluminum chloride and during the first night of application I genuinely felt the most excruciating pain I have ever experienced in my entire life! Start off with the less concentrated formulas or start applying small amounts initially and gradually increase the amount being applied. TRUST ME!"


"Im writing this because reading this same page is what ultimately convinced me to give birth control a try for my stubborn, cystic, HORMONAL acne. If you've tried everything in the book for acne like I have, (antibiotics, prescribed antibiotics, every OTC cream and wash on the market, DIY...) and it's been as a relentlessly tiring experience- please try BCPs. After talking w my dr, she said that after a week I should see a difference bc thats when your body adjusts. After a week seeing not only no difference but seemingly worse cystic acne all around my chin (my number #1 problem area) I ended up back on here and countless other websites to refer to other people's experiences. And thank god I did- GIVE IT TIME!!!! That's the key to this."


"Advil is my pain reliever of choice, and I take it occasionally to relieve severe headaches; however, it is not without its (many) faults. For starters, it often takes as long as 2 hours to start acting. Also, it is VERY hard on my stomach—taking even the smallest recommended dose makes me feel queasy and nauseous. I actually prefer the children's Advil, as it has a similar pain-relieving effect without as much stomach pain.

Overall, Advil is a worthwhile pain medication, but I would recommend using it sparingly."


"I have loved this birth control for some time, but it has made me gain weight and enlarged my boobs which I hate. The last couple weeks, it has made me super depressed and have major mood changes which is why I am coming off this BC."


"Lost 55 pounds in 5 months on Belviq + Phentermine. NO side effects, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol"


"I am on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for acne and for pregnancy prevention. I started it on the first day of my period and experienced nausea for about the first week, gradually getting better as time went on. I am toward the end of my 2nd week of pills and so far, so good. I noticed my skin looks clearer already but my breasts have been ache-y and quite sore, and I have experienced some cramping/side/back pain as well with this. Had unprotected sex my 7th day of the pill (was advised that since I started the pill the first day of my period, it was effective at preventing pregnancy immediately, according to the FDA insert and multiple doctors), so we shall see what happens! No spotting or anything, which was a problem I had on the NuvaRing."


"I took this medicine for restless legs syndrome. About one week into the therapy, I started to notice my RLS was worse and started taking the medicine more often. It made everything worse, I had bad dreams, and a bad taste in my mouth in the morning. After just 3 weeks, I was no longer taking the medicine."


"I have had side effects of  nervousness and a few strong  anxiety attacks. One that sent me to the hospital thinking I was having a heart attack. I meditate now when I feel it coming on."


"I tore some muscle and tendon in my hip/leg. Had to get an injection when initially hurt and then went 3 weeks trying to deal with the pain using ibuprofen and it didn't take it down to anything other than than a 4 on my pain scale. This is awesome. It's taken it down to a 0 and I can walk without pain and sleep without waking up constantly."


"I'm uncomfortable reading the scare stories about this device. I don't think they're that helpful to women who are looking for a reliable contraceptive.
My experience with the implant has been wholly positive.
I first had it inserted in September '05. No pain, no funny moods, no bleeding at all! No babies either. I liked it so much that when I had it removed in '08 I had it replaced at the same appointment. Again, no pain.
I have just been to have my second implant removed, but not replaced this time. And again, no pain, no stress.
I'd recommend it."


"I posted below. Been taking since Sept, I take 50ml x3 at night although presp says 3 a day. Sleep like a baby, no pain still, and wake refreshed. At first it might make u feel little drunk in am, just silly, nothing bad. Still working and a lifesaver! I needed to update on the free prescription, it's Pfizer website and goto patient presp program. Fill out info along w required things, mail it, in 2 weeks u get letter if accepted, then prsp comes by FedEx! U have to call close to running out each month so that Pfizer can fedex u your refill! Got mine paid for a year! Otherwise it's $400 for 90 pills. I get 50ml free from Pfizer a 90 day supply! Thank you Pfizer!"


"I am 16 years old and started this birth control a month ago. Got pretty bad nausea and headaches the first couple weeks but it went away. I don't take the placebo pills for my period week because they make my period worse and going off the placebo seems to help. I started my second pack yesterday and took a double dose because I skipped a day. Woke up this morning, vomited profusely all day. If it gets worse, I'm going to the hospital."


"I had been prescribed this for pain but had caught a cold.  I read that hydrocodone is used for cough, so I tried it.  I had one of those coughs that just doesn't let up and makes you nuts because you can't sleep, eat, talk, etc.  Within a half hour of taking a Vicodin 10, I finally stopped coughing uncontrollably.  It worked better than the codeine I had taken years ago for cough.  I only needed it for 2 days for the cough  and it was a lifesaver."


"I've been on birth control for 7 years. Every couple of years I end up having to change it because even though it worked for a year I start bleeding all the time. I started taking sronyx about 2 months ago and I've opted to just stop all together while my husband is deployed. Since taking this I have been bleeding, my boobs hurt so bad even wearing a bra hurts, and I'm so nauseous I feel like I'm constantly running to the bathroom. I also have very bad acid reflux and heart burn which I haven't had in about 4 years. And after reading some of the other reviews realized how moody I've been. Not to my husband thank god but to everyone else. I have also noticed I want bad food all the time. I don't recommend."


"I was on this medicine for a little over a year and I gained almost 100 pounds. I slept all the time and my emotions felt numb."


"I've been on this 13 week birth control for 2 years now and have had no issues. My first pack did come with some irregular spotting, however after my second pack the spotting disappeared, and I have a regular period every 13 weeks as expected.

I've gone through 3 other varieties of birth control that left me spotting no matter how long I took them, but this birth control actually works for me. I have very painful cramps and a heavy flow, but it has reduced the mere 4 periods that I do have a year to very light and painless ones.

Only downside is my insurance doesn't cover it and it's crazy expensive, but I'm at least happy it exists at all."


"I started the pack this evening.  Within half an hour of taking the 4 pills, followed by a complete healthy dinner, my throat tightened up.  Couple minutes later I started to glow and had a warm sensation all over.  This turned to an aggressive itch and after about another 5 or so minutes I had trouble breathing.  The skin sensation turned into an unbearable burning sensation all over.  I ended up on the floor and my wife called 911.    Paramedics came, blood pressure and pulse went OTT.  Paramedics thought it was a allergic reaction, gave me benedril to counter the effect and about 15 minutes later my throat started to relax, the glow and red skin started to subside and he itching and tingling started to calm down.  Better luck next time."


"Since my doctor prescribed Dilaudid I can tell a world of difference. It actually controls my pain to the extent that I can carry out my daily routine. I am very pleassed."


"Severe muscle spasm in lower lumbar region, couldn't stand as I couldn't bear any weight without severe pain and would just collapse. Doctor prescribed me prednisone on a tapered prescription along with painkillers and muscle relaxants. Prednisone was fantastic within two days I was back on my feet and on sixth day managed a return eight hour flight home which I was dreading! An X-ray confirmed osteoarthritis in my lower spine. Prednisone gave me my freedom and future back.

ps I'm writing this at 3am as the side effects are that I don't sleep throughout the whole night. I will be asking my doctor at home for prednisone if this happens again as its more effective than painkillers."


"I was prescribed this for my anxiety disorder, and I'm really disappointed. It did absolutely nothing for me, which for obvious reasons, is frustrating in times of extreme anxiety. Taking a "rescue medication" and help never coming was hard for me personally. Others say it works great, but I suppose it depends on the person."


"Excellent."


"I have used this for years and it has provided much quick relief.  It far surpassed other "prescribed" asthma inhalers I have used."


"So far been on this for about 3 months now... And I've gained weight rapidly. My mood swings are way off the wall. I'm tired just about everyday even after countless hours of rest. My periods are extremely abnormal in which they never were before. Random spotting...which is extra annoying. My past period cycle was so weird because I've just gotten it and it looked like it was going away, even thought it was lighter it lasted a lot longer than usual. You definitely get pregnancy like symptoms...such has the bloating excessive eating, sensitive nose, mood swings and defintley lots of fluids real easing from you're body."


"I have been on this birth control since I was 16, I am now 21. I was not sexually active til 17. I didn't really have any interest in sex until I was 19, referring to sex drive.

Depo was the best decision I ever made the first 3 years, then my body starting having random cramps from time to time. I could be walking and I would have to stop for 2 minutes. I wouldn't move. I would have discharge. I had 2 day periods for 2 years every 3 months right before my next shot .. Now I'll spot for  a couple weeks. I started at 112 now I'm 121 . I never had a problem with gaining weight. I'm still not pregnant. So I'll stay on this because the pros outweigh the cons."


"I started using Ortho Tri-Cyclen about 3 years ago, which I had no problems with. However, 3 months ago I switched to Trinessa because it's much cheaper. The first few days I definitely felt on edge and "out of sorts," but I assume it was just my body adjusting to the medication since I felt better after that. I have actually experienced less mood swings than when on OTC, however I have noticed more bloating (no weight gain) and some new bumps on my face. I have never had a problem with acne, but I seemed to develop these tiny bumps as soon as I started Trinessa. Overall, the very minimal side effects that I have experienced are far outweighed by the benefits of a cheap and effective birth control. I guess everyone's body is different."


"I started taking Lyrica for pain from Hashimoto's disease. At first I had a lot of energy. Then, I leveled off and the fatigue is back. The pain is about 85% gone! I did experience a huge emotional roller coaster at first and even had suicidal thoughts for the first time ever. I figured it was just the adjustment period and gave it more time. It has been about 2 months now and I just wish I could figure out if it is the Lyrica causing the fatigue.  I ache too much without it to test the theory."


"I started using Zoloft one and a half years ago.  It definitely helped my mood, especially anxiety and depression.  I also have a much more stable mood throughout my day.  It did cause me to gain weight when I started taking it, but I was not eating enough prior to taking the medicine.  Occasionally, I would get headaches and after a while my body started having panic attacks again.  But for the first year at least, I would say it was the perfect medication"


"Advil is my pain reliever of choice, and I take it occasionally to relieve severe headaches; however, it is not without its (many) faults. For starters, it often takes as long as 2 hours to start acting. Also, it is VERY hard on my stomach—taking even the smallest recommended dose makes me feel queasy and nauseous. I actually prefer the children's Advil, as it has a similar pain-relieving effect without as much stomach pain.

Overall, Advil is a worthwhile pain medication, but I would recommend using it sparingly."


"Depo Provera was the first hormone birth control I used.  I only got it once.  Pros:  no pregnancy; no weight gain; no period; didn't have to worry about taking a pill everyday.

Cons:  was in tears for basically 3 months straight; sharp decline in sex drive; increased acne (probably from crying all the time); bleeding for 4 weeks straight when I got off it."


"Xarelto has been great for my pulmonary emboli.  It is easy to take without monitoring, as reduced the clots quickly and has little restrictions."


"Thymus tumor caused Myasthenia Gravis. Tumor was removed (thymectomy) but still have severe muscle problems, treated with pyridostigmine 60mgx5 and 5 mg prednisone x2. Which gives me about a 1-2 hour window of better muscle control per dosage. Often times causes severe cramping in neck, head, face, hands, legs.., I take magnesium to relax the muscle cramping. Also have less control of bowels and urinary. Not sure if meds help or hinder in that area. Food has less taste too."


"I'm 25, diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety Disorder and Idiopathic Hypersomnia. I've taken Concerta for several years for ADHD.  And was only recently diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia. For a while I took both concerta and Ritalin. While it helped to some degree with daytime sleepiness, I still found it impossible to wake up and would frequently crash before I could even make it to bed. Recently I was taken off of Concerta and Ritalin entirely and switched to Modafinil.

While wake promoting effects aren't quite as strong, they're much more consistent. I'm still tired, but it's much more manageable and easier to wake up. As a plus, since making the switch my anxiety is also much better."


"I successfully quit on day 6 and stayed for over a year and half with Chantix. I did have a few side effects nausea had to take half doses after day 8, vivid but pleasant dreams and constipation but not sure if that was withdrawal or the Chantix. I recently started back smoking around the anniversary of my husband's passing and started Chantix again 3 days ago. I can already tell the want and desire to smoke is fading and the taste is yuck. I would highly recommend Chantix to anyone that is SERIOUS about quitting."


"25, Male. I noticed the previous reviewer mentioned having ocular symptoms with Fetzima. I’ve also been having these issues. Specifically, I’ve had eye pain, a feeling of pressure behind the eyes and a tight feeling as if my eyes are about to pop out of my head. Other than the previous reviewer, I haven’t seen anyone else mention it, and it doesn’t seem to be an acknowledged side effect in the literature. I’ve had a number of other side effects, but they are manageable; this one is most troubling. I’ve been on the drug 3 months and I would have already quit except it’s the only drug (of many I’ve tried) that has helped my energy, focus and motivation. I will probably see an ophthalmologist before I decide whether to discontinue."


"I have had depression since I was a teenager. I have tried pretty much anything you could think of. Nothing has helped me like Xanax. The problem is that doctors don't like to prescribe this medicine. I feel so lost without it and I would only take it when I really needed it. Only 2 or 3 times a week. "


"It works great."


"I took many drugs and tried with different remedies but the only thing that actually helped me was a supplement named alpharise, it has zinc, saw palmetto, B9."


"This birth control was not good. I gained weight all in my stomach and had horrible horrible bloating before my period for about 3 days. It was as if I was 4 months pregnant - none of my clothes fit and I'd feel too uncomfortable to sit in a chair. Acne was more worse than it has ever been."


"I have been taking this for 2 whole wks and haven't lost no weight! Although I have all the side effects "


"absolutely loved this pill the first 5 months of taking it, light period, only 2-3 days. no cramps. Its very effective - pregnancy wise. but its been a year now. I haven't gotten my period since August 15 and it is now November 11th. Sure its nice but it is very unhealthy for the body. I am not pregnant if that's what you were thinking, the pill just doesn't give me periods. I have had terrible tension headaches all year, and all the sudden breaking out all in my T zone of the face. Blind pimples. & boils under my armpits. Along with nausea and drowsiness. I am 16 and don't wanna have to deal w all these side effects! not too mention the pill makes me feel sad and crazy sometimes. I definitely do not recommend it."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"These vitamins made me so nauseous that I had to stop taking them and switch to another prenatal vitamin.  As soon as I stopped taking them, the nausea subsided."


"I used Suprep. Yes the taste was slightly unpleasant, salty.  Previously I used Polyethylene Glycol 3350 (aka Peg-3350) that required drinking one gallon of liquid over a short period of time.  Suprep wins hands down."


"I got prescribed ritalin ir 5 mg for depression caused by fatigue (worsened by chemo). At first, I thought taking a pill whenever I was depressed or fatigued would be awesome, but it sucks. All it turns into is a schedule, and taking a pill 3 times a day on an empty stomach becomes difficult. When it worked, it worked well, but the crash was terrible. Even when it was working, I couldn't even enjoy watching tv. It was horrible.
Then, I was prescribed 20 mg of the slow release, which was much better. It lasts pretty much all day, there's no crash, and it gives me a little more energy to do things. It does decrease my appetite, but it's worth it. It does make it a little difficult to go to sleep on time, but it makes waking up early very easy"


"Klonopin has improved my quality of life exponentially. I feel as though it opened up this new world around me -- one that was always there, but I was just too nervous to experience it. It's also the only medication that helps me fall asleep fast without feeling groggy the next morning.

That being said, it is a benzodiazepine, so taking it every day isn't a good idea, and the potential for addiction and tolerance is there. In combination with talk therapy, this medication can help you live a life free of fear and worry."


"I have been using this product since it was made available without a prescription.

If you are going to use it, be sure to read the instructions and warnings.

This product has a period of time at the beginning of use that makes your acne worse and then clears it. I went through this process when I started taking Spironolactone, so I knew what to expect and I trusted that it would go away - it did.

My skin looks and feels fantastic! I still get an occasional zit here at there - I'm pretty sure it's my fault as I'm a toucher/picker/popper.

This is an easy product to add to your routine. Make sure to use it at night and wash off in the morning so you don't have to worry about sunburns.

I highly recommend Differin."


"I have  had moderate acne for 6 months now and I am 22. I am currently week one on doxycycline with with topical Retin A... I didn't actually read any reviews on this before taking it. Now that I have read it, I hope I don't get the horrible purging phase and really worried about relapse after stop taking it. At the moment I haven't had any new breakouts apart from one on my chin few days ago. There is a bit dryness  around my jawline in the mornings which is because of Retin A. But haven't had any side effects, plus some of my acne and acne marks have cleared.  Hopefully it clears up in a month as I have graduation... I will keep updating"


"I have only been taking this pill for 3 nights already....my appetite has gone down since I started.  So far, only side effect...hope it stays that way!  I don't get sick, just nothing sounds good and I am eating less."


"I just started taking 100mg quetiapine to help me sleep. Only been on it 5 days. I suffer from anxiety-sometimes severe, depression-sometimes severe & severe pain from severe osteoarthritis, severe back pain from multiple surgeries & degenerate disc disease. Anyway, thus far quetiapine seems to help me sleep somewhat. Still waking up too early, average 4 hours sleep per night & I feel real foggy. Not sure what to do cause I was taking trazadon which helped me sleep but nasty stuff. So from a lot of reviews I've read here it seems quetiapine affects a lot of people differently. I'm so scared of it yet I'm exhausted from lack of sleep which causes me more anxiety & depression. I've not gotten a decent night's sleep in months. Any suggestions?"


"I started taking this medicine for about 3 weeks now. It works like a charm when it comes to falling asleep, but the next day i feel like a snail and i also have severe confusion. I sometimes feel high too. If anyone has insomnia like me, try something else"


"Have been taking Trazodone for about 6 years and it works great. I take it for anxiety and it also lets me sleep. I  have Sleep Apnea and I take it along with a Benadryl and a calcium tablet (for cramps). It works and it's cheap."


"I wasn't even convinced I had a full blown YI, but with the irritation I decided to get the 1 a day. I used said product around 11pm - it is now 5am and I'm wide awake after sitting in a cold bath because I feel as tho I've been stung by fire ants. This is ridiculous I don't remember anything burning this bad. I wish I would've read reviews first."


"I'm using a small amount applied with a qtip on the red area quite effective.  I have a mild case of rosacea due to hormonal changes.  I don't use it daily, only when needed and again, sparingly."


"I had knee surgery.  I can't tolerate hydrocodone so the Doctor prescribed Nucynta 50 mg. Took two after coming home from the surgery and felt psychotic. It took several hours to get over it.  I've since taken one, and just had mild stomach upset.  From the comments posted here, it seems you need to take it for a period of time before it starts working well. "


"I had been to AA before and had five years sobriety before going back out for twenty something years. AA really works if you have the capacity to be honest. I was fortunate enough to go back to a 30 day inpatient program. My spirituality is my cornerstone, God and faith are the only things I can depend on for my sobriety."


"One every 8 hours dulls the pain but sufficient dosage to kill the pain elicits some skin and stomach side effects."


"I have been on Effexor for 15 years 150MG per day except for a 1 year period ending about 6 months ago.  It is very effective for me.  It made me tired when I first started it, but it was worth sticking through that.  For my time not taking it, I was on Zoloft which didn't work as well.  Effexor has kept me from depression but it does other things for me.  First, it reduces my inattentiveness to near nothing.  Therefore, I am very productive at whatever I do.  Second, it greatly reduces anxiety.  Stress does not cripple me any longer while on this medication.

Going off the medication has a weird withdrawal symptom that isn't painful, it's just odd.  Do not go off the medication without a doctor assisting."


"Very fast onset to terminate mania"


"I've been taking clonazepam 5 mg to 10mg tablets as needed for anxiety and nerve pain for 4 years now, and also have ADD.  As of lately I've noticed that about an hour after taking clonazepam I felt restless and tense, almost jittery and my muscles tightened up and I was wide awake so I basically got 2 hours of sleep at night.  I would say that after long term use, even if it is as needed, clonazepam definitely causes affects of insomnia and muscle stiffness."


"I have been on Zoloft for 2 months I don't have anxiety like I used to."


"I have been taking  Topirimate for complex partial seizures following my second sub arachnoid  bleed in 2005 but started to lose my hair so I am now taking Zonegran and since changing over I feel very well, and the hair loss seems to be  much improved and I am feeling great !"


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"Was diagnosed with pneumonia in March 2013 and HIV. Viral load was 16000 and CD4 365. July viral load was 7600 and CD4 735 without meds. Started Stribild August 2013, after 3 weeks I'm undetectable and CD4 765. Very pleased."


"Taking 600mg of Votrient. Taken at night seems to reduce the side effects significantly."


"I have been on this for 4 months now.  My A1C has come down 1.4 points.  I have lost 42 pounds.  I am on half the metformin, half the blood pressure meds, half the Levemir, and not using any Humalog.  I would really like to talk to somebody about their experience.
I pee all the time, every hour.  I have to drink continually or my mouth gets unbelievably dry.  I am also pretty incontinent.  It has given me sort of a food aversion.  For instance, I have been avoiding dairy including cheese because it just doesn't taste right.  Even the thought of things like cookies, pies, candy is nauseating me.  Craving salty things, low-carb.
The weight loss is great, rather unexpectedly fast.  "


"I've been on Savella this time for a couple of weeks, I've noticed I have constant "headaches" and constipation and that doesn't help,because I have IBSC.I do suffer with headaches, they are worse now along with ALL my other health problems and medications, I go back in a month to see my PCP, Savella has helped with my Fibro pain and I have lost weight%u263A, It's just the CONSTANT HEADACHES AND CONSTIPATION. I  hope my PCP will have a Solution, Because I don't want to stop taking it.I have tried Lyrica in the past, I couldn't take to Many side effects, Also took Cymbalta it worked good, My insurance stopped paying then I started reading about ALL the law suits for Cymbalta. So I hope my Headaches and Constipation gets Better."


"My husband has always what's called prostrating attacks, which is a form of a migraine that leaves him in so much pain he can't function at all! The only medication that has ever worked on him is the Imitrex. This stuff is awesome! The only thing that is irritating is every time I get his prescription filled the pharmacist try to give him the Sumatriptan (the generic version) which makes him so sick he will throw up nonstop for hours. So I always have to tell them he needs the name brand, and I have gotten into many arguments with pharmacists trying to tell me it's the same thing. IT'S NOT!!!! When my husband takes Imitrex his migraine is gone within minutes, he takes a Sumatriptan and I feel like I need to take him to a hospital."


"I have been on the Pill Yasmin for 4 years now and i am only 17. I suffered from terrible acne therefor the reason i began taking it and it has been wonderful. Took me 6 months to see a difference but its worth the wait really has changed my life. I can now go out without make up on."


"I was on Gianvi for two years and just stopped taking it because side effects were getting to me. PRO: cheap, cleared up my ache and prevented pregnancy. For several months it reduced my migraines and I felt no mood changes. CON: Over time, my migraines got horrible and more frequent, breasts increased a cup size, felt in a constant 'brain fog', had constant breakthrough bleeding that started triggering bacterial vaginosis infections and got vaginal dryness. I think this may work for you if you aren't sensitive to hormones."


"I started Phentermine and toprimate back in November 2016, I am down 46lbs. At first I didn't think it was going to work , I was suffering from mild headaches and some dizziness but after a month all those side effects went away.  I was doing nutrisystem 1200 calories along with the medication and the weight was just melting off.  I can't rave enough about it...good luck to anyone who tries it!"


"well I have been on this for probably a year an a half an was on a different one for 2 an ahalf years due to really bad mood swings an got switched to this about a year ago my doc asked about my weight gain an i told her it was from not being active as i was in high school with drill team now im thinking its not that. now im thinkin its my pills that are making me gain. i have changed my diet an so far nothing i used to be like 30 pounds lighter an now i have no idea what to do. probably will contact my doc soon cause im tired of the weight"


"What's worse than having to take this stuff?  Having to take the second dose!!!!  I got 3/4 of the second dose down before intense gagging.  NEVER AGAIN!!!!!!  The taste is like disgusting grape cough medicine.  After starving all day, the overfull feeling of this plus the extra water you have to drink in the hour is terrible."


"Apart from putting on weight - Lyrica has been great.  I sleep (a miracle in itself) and have felt no pain."


"I took Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for a year, during which I was having intercourse very regularly. It was the only form of birth control I used, and although I did miss a few pills, my menstrual cycle was always on time, although I often lightly bled during the third week as well. It had the added benefit of clearing up all of my acne, when previously I would get zits on my chin, forehead, and back. The side effects were mild; a nauseous feeling when I first woke up, and constant vaginal dryness."


"I'm a 25 year old male who has been on Zoloft for most of the past 4-5 years for anxiety. At times I took 50mg but mostly I took 100mg/day.

The drug's effects aren't as noticeable until you either stop and think about it or stop using it for a bit. I like to think of it as taking the emotional peaks and valleys in your life and compressing them. While that's a good thing for bad anxiety and what not, it also is a bummer that is works the same way with positive feelings.

Quitting the drug made me more irrationally irritable but not much else. My least favorite part of Zoloft is how it kills libido and makes it incredibly hard to climax. It's got it's upside but I am currently in process of trying something else"


"This product is amazing. Cleared up fungus that I've had for over 30 years in less than a year."


"My 14 year old daughter had been taking Vyvanse since 2010 - her current dosage is 50mg.  In the first couple years I believe this medication was a good fit for my daughter; however, It is my opinion she needs a change.  Also thanks to Obmacare effective 1/1/16 we are paying a copayment of $197 (from $40). Unbelievable for Vyvanse to NOT RELEASE A GENERIC until 2023!"


"So me and my girlfriend haven't seen each other and when I came over, we had unprotected sex which resulted in the pull out method. I was sure there was going to be precum (didn't ejaculate inside her) and according the a period tracker app, her ovulation day was the 10th of March and we had unprotected sex March 11th the day after ovulation . I freaked out cuz I'm only 19 and we both aren't ready to be parents. So about 27 hours later I bought her a plan b and she took it. The only
Thing that sucks is the waiting part. She kept on getting symptoms of pregnancy which scared me even more. But the day her period was suppose to come, it came! I say plan b is effective, but to be sure always use a condom. Don't stress it!!"


"To be honest, I don't know what I'd do if this drug didn't exist. Yeah, it's certainly got its risks, but if you've got sleep onset insomnia and the trazodone, antihistamines, and everything else you've tried has failed, don't be afraid to give Sonata a try. Even the smallest dose available helps me, which is kind of surprising, considering that doxylamine and hydroxyzine both crapped out after less than a month, trazodone barely did anything, and diphenhydramine always left me drowsy the next day and had a tendency to make me oversleep, not to mention that it takes 50 to 75mg combined with melatonin to do anything. Sonata works wonders for me. Just don't take it every night, since it can get less effective if you do."


"Been a paraplegic for 36 years. Lots of arm and shoulder pain from ruptures. Been on tramadol for 8 years now. 200-300mg a day. It has allowed me to have a good quality of life I would otherwise not have. Few to no side effects. An excellent pain control medicine."


"I took this for about a week. ONLY A WEEK. It broke me out right away, and I was absolutely crazy with my moods. I'm still suffering mild hormone imbalance and acne side effects after being off of it for 2 weeks, but I'm just glad to be off. I'm not sure if it would have stopped my periods or not, but I wasn't going to try."


"I absolutely hate this. I have been on depo for 6 months and I have bled the whole time. Non stop. No breaks. It's not light either. It's like being on the second day of your period FOREVER. It has also significantly worsened my depression. I had finally gotten a combo of meds and therapy that had me feeling relatively functional. I made the mistake of taking depo. It ruined all my progress and has me debating suicide again. I've gained weight and developed acne. This sucks don't ever take it. They'll tell you it can stop your periods. Don't be deceived!"


"I've suffered from facial eczema for many years now. Within 2 days of starting Elidel I began to see clearing. After 1 week my skin looks healthy again. Works Great and Stops the Itch!"


"I'm on day 5 and it's starting to become difficult to take.  I'm having quite a bit of nausea.  I'll try taking this with ondansetron to see if it reduces some of the nausea."


"Started phentermine January 15, so almost 2 months ago. I'm 5'2 and my starting weight was 151lbs. I'm now down to 126lbs! Lost weight really fast during the first month (about 20 pounds). Weight loss slowed during the second month but I wasn't eating quite as healthy as the first month. I'm trying to lose 10 more pounds, so we'll see how it goes! I have a little over 2 weeks of phentermine left, so hopefully it will help me."


"Its a great birth control method. I've been on it for a year, but sometimes I get my period and sometimes I don't. I don't like the fact that it stopped my Period for 3 months & then it came back but for a few weeks. Otherwise, a great birth control method!"


"Amrix did nothing for me...I had the usual side effect of tiredness after the first day but I was fine afterwards.  I took it for 4 days with no relief."


"I started Victoza approximately 6 weeks ago. No real side effects. At first, I couldn't eat at all.  No appetite whatsoever. I dropped about 5 pounds in the first 5-8 days, but then the weight came back. I wasn't eating much and still am not but my body seems to have gone in to starvation mode and is holding on to every pound. I also have felt very down and depressed. Don't know if it is from the Victoza or not. I also taken Invokana."


"I've had anxiety for a years, and panic a lot. I lost my job and partner in the same week (2 weeks before Xmas). Took my first tablet 4 hours ago and already I can think straight, concentrate, and I'm not up tight! Clearheaded."


"I have severe Lymphadima and venous edema with pitting. I made the mistake of taking the medicine at night and was up urinating every 30-40 minutes in large quantities all night. This medicine made me extremely thirsty so you have to be sure to drink plenty of water when taking this medicine."


"This medicine is a miracle, it has changed my life completely. Before Xolair I was being admitted to hospital via ambulance every 6-7 days, with ICU admissions, without this medicine I would not be alive today, as there was nothing else that would help. I have tried everything going, every attack via ambulance they were injecting me with adrenaline until they got me to hospital. "


"I have been taking it for 8 months.
I noticed a dramatic difference.
Most negative thoughts are gone. But I still have times.  A lot.  Where I think and feel the way I did before.
I know this isn't magical and going to take the pain away.
Just wanted you all to know that it helps a lot. "


"my husband had been haveing multiple hospitalizations 9 in 10 months once on a respirator for copd excallabrations his pulmanolagist put him on daliresp  and i must say i am  very impressed he has not had a flare up in 3 months and his breathing is seeming to stabilize , he does get headaches. but it is something that as he says he is willing to deal with if it means a more normal life"


"Started off with the "Purple Pill" effective but very expensive. Physician switched me to "Pantoprazole" (Protonix) - just as effective, a fraction of the price. My diet slipped back to pre-med carelessness (spicy food, garlic, onions, curries &c and STILL no problems. I did go back to sensible eating at the urging of my daughter!"


"I took zovia for one month. After one week of being on the medication, I  felt awful. I was getting headaches and nausea. On top of that I had nonstop cravings. I had to go off of it!"


"Osteoarthritis had destroyed my quality of life and Tylenol 4s have brought it back."


"I love this pill! I have been taking birth control for over two years now. The first few months I was on Lo Loestrin Fe, I wasn't crazy about it, so I switched over to Microgestin 1\20 Fe and my period is perfect. I know exactly what day its coming and what time its coming, it's like clockwork. I take the pill around the same time every day and have had no problems! I love it and highly suggest this birth control. Periods are two and a half days and its spotting."


"I have had numerous scopes done since 2006, this by far has been the most palatable. Still gross, but much better than all the other ones prior. I read the reviews hoping to not sway my decision in the negative since this was a new prep for me.  The tips that do help are making sure the drink is cold, using a straw, mixing it with Sprite/water also and having a slice of lemon to suck on between drinks as needed. After the first hour, plan on parking on a toilet! You will feel bloated, burps, slight headache and keep a supply of latex gloves and Vaseline nearby with non-scented wipes. And a good supply of TP! Good luck"


"At age 56, after testing to rule out other problems, I had Mirena inserted 8 months ago to control disabling periods that were interfering with work, travel, and exercise and causing anemia. Insertion was less noticeable than pap test, with minimal cramping afterwards. Periods now range from light to fairly heavy, but all are manageable. No weight gain (I am slim) and no other noticeable side effects except for near constant spotting, heavy enough to need a small tampon for all but about one week per month. Annoying but much better situation than I had before so I am very glad I did it."


"Was on Effexor for a little over a year and a half. I am a 25 year old female, approximately 5'5". When I began taking this medication I was sitting around 165, I was prescribed 37.5 mg after switching doctors due to moving, everything worked fine until I was on it for about 6 months, no side effects, no crazy reactions. After the 6 month period I began feeling slower, less emotion, yet increased anger at little things a couple of times a month. Forgetting this pill was never an option as the nausea and headaches were out of control. I finally went back yesterday to be switched off it to something different and was prescribed Wellbutrin, so today is my first full day off and my clarity is slightly back just beginning a day without it."


"I started Loryna for PMDD.

Started on a Sunday. By Tuesday I had 3 enormous, painful zits. By Thursday I was in severe abdominal cramping pain. Similar to period/early labor pains. By Saturday they landed me in the ER.

Every lab test and ultrasound/xray was normal so the only diagnoses that made sense was the pill.

I'm currently on day 9 of my period which would normally only last 5-6 days.

Needless to say, it's in the trash now."


"I have been on Orsythia for a little over a year now and my experience has not been good. Although I will say, this birth control pill regulated my periods with little to no menstrual pain as well as prevented pregnancy. However, the side effects were awful! I had very severe mood swings and anxiety attacks. Anxiety is nothing new to me but this medication made it so much worse. I am ALWAYS tired, no matter how much I sleep. The worst part for me was the headaches, I would get them daily and the pain was unbearable. Some headaches would last days and interfere with my sleep. I thought there was a more serious issue due to the intensity but everything checked out fine, it was the medication. I would not recommend this medication."


"I have peripheral neuropathy in both feet (no feeling). 10 mg Percocet is perfect. In the near future I'm going to 7.5 and then to 5.0 to ween myself down as to avoid bad withdrawals."


"I have suffered with chronic pain from staph infection for the last 30 years. I finally got relief with Medtronics Morphine pain pump. After trying Neurontin for break through pain I have high hopes to replace the Morphine with the Neurontin, which has recently been approved to be used in the pump by the FDA. After staying on the Neurontin slowly but surely all side effects were gone. Just the dry mouth continues but that's okay."


"I've been taking Zoloft for about 3 months. I've felt very little side effects, all of which I did experience was tiredness but other than that I went from a emotionless zombie to feeling great all day long."


"Taking this now for 5 weeks and I feel good but I have severe diarrhea so I have stopped and have an appt next week with my Dr."


"what a joke of a med, I had terrible experience.  I have been on oxycontin for 20 yrs and miralax everyday is wonderful, looks like a drug company is trying to recoup its development costs at patients expense, miralax is a miracle"


"Contracted GW and went to dermatologist who diagnosed them after one before misdiagnosed them. Had them burned (electrocuted off) and frozen. Had to return two weeks later as many more small ones had grown, same treatment again. I was then prescribed Aldara for a month, morning and night for 5 day stints (Mon-Fri). I kept up with this first week but second week I started just doing nights as twice a day seems excessive after reading everyone else's prescriptions. Things look much clearer but I got a blister which healed significantly after taking a break for a few days. This stuff takes a few days to kick in but expect to be pretty red and your scrotum to be sore if you're a guy. I'll repost in a couple weeks when I'm done my treatment."


"If my comment helps anyone not to take this drug Effexor then I will have helped many people. I have been on and off Effexor for 10 years I'm currently off Effexor I weaned myself over 6 months. I have not read any where and I have done a lot of research that anyone has written if they have successfully stayed of this drug for more than 12 months. So hear I am to tell you it's been 9 months and once the side effect of the brain buzzes nauseous aching bones itchiness have gone away

Life does begin to feel better I caught myself laughing and not feeling it was fake and crying at Tv shows Effexor gives you a fake feeling of happiness/sadness but after being on it for to long you just feel numb I believe this is why people end up wanting to come off it cause you have no emotion that and the amount of weight you will gain. 9 months and I'm probably back to where I began in needing this medication but I am trying everything I possibly can to stay of it

This includes:

Free hypnosis apps

Free mediation apps

Self help quotes

Vitamin b12

Iron tablets

The biggest one is when I mentally feel myself thinking negative I tell myself to stop and think of my daughters smiling face

I'm not cured I'm far from it but I will never take this drug again I was worse with it than without it

If I help one person not to take this drug the I will be a better person good luck"


"I couldn't tell much of a difference, but I didn't take it consistently."


"This is a miracle for me. I have experienced abrupt withdrawal, but that was my fault and all that happened was my vision was extremely blurred and I was in bed a few days. Do not drink with this medication, take it AS needed instead of all the time, then you won't have withdrawals if you forget to take it. I don't understand why this old trusted medication isn't prescribed more often, it never produced "euphoria" or anything like that for me or anyone I know on it - but it's dangerous with alcohol I guess and so many people drink. I've been on 6mg a day - which I found way too much and went down to 2mg on my own."


"I've been usung Minocycline 100 mg(once daily), Differen topical cream 0.3% and Clindamycin topical gel 1% for a month and my skin has improved a whole lot! I used to have acne all over my face and even under my chin, now It's just subsided a few bumps on the right side of my face. And the pimples under my chin are smaller!"


"It is the ONLY reason I am able to sit at this computer and type right now. 2 weeks ago I got a very very bad virus, was dehydrated & had my 1st migraine at 32 years old. I can't even begin to tell you the pain I have felt over the past 2 weeks with it not letting up AT ALL. I have had blood work, spinal tap, ct scan, mri, numerous pain meds while I was in the hospital 3 different times over the past 2 weeks. My doctor's office gave me a shot of this 4 days ago and it was the ONLY relief I had felt. My doctor gave me the oral form this past Friday and my headache is starting to break. This may not work for everyone, but for me it has literally been a miracle! I wish I could take it more than 5 days, but hopefully my migraine will be gone!!"


"I've been through sleep studies, medications and all. This particular prescription did NOT allow me to sleep on 50mgs 2x a day and 500mgs at night. The only thing it did do was wipe my memory of previous day."


"I had Mirena inserted 6 weeks ago.  I have never had a child, and I'm 27 years old.  I chose Mirena because I was starting to get bad side effects from birth control pills.  The insertion process was very painful.  I had only taken a few Ibuprofen and didn't take any medicine to help ease the cervix.  During the process my cervix did bleed, and my doctor put some medicine inside to stop the bleeding.  I'm still experiencing cramps.  At first it was constant, severe pain.  But now I get severe cramping like 2 times per week.  I'm guessing my body is still trying to get used to it."


"I got the implant in September and the insertion was very uncomfortable, but only for a few mins. I had a little bit of spotting, but I was also on my period. I spotted for maybe a month to two months afterwards but have not had any  periods since. I don't even get the cramps from when I am suppose to start. I would recommend this to any one"


"When I first tried it, my migraine was being relieved in about 30 minutes. Ten years later it takes about 11/2 hours. Previously, my headache pain lasted about 16 hours. Nothing over the counter ever worked. No unusual short term or long term side affects. Can make me a little drowsy sometimes."


"While the drug was effective in doing what it promises, I will never take it again. In prep for a colonoscopy, I took two tablets before bed. I experienced mild cramping, but nothing serious. At about 5am I woke up, barely made it to the bathroom, and had intense diarrhea. While I was on the toilet I started having the urge to vomit and felt very strange. Next thing I knew, I woke up on my bathroom floor, very confused, pants around my ankles, with a throbbing head. I can only assume that I passed out, fell off the toilet, and smacked my head on the hardwood floor. I now likely have a concussion, and a very swollen, bruised forehead."


"I'm 25 and never had any children. I've been on the pill and had Nexplanon in the past.
I had it inserted 3 days ago. I'm not going to lie, it is no fun at all. My doctor gave me a shot of what she described as "local Motrin" a half hour before. After it was over my blood pressure dropped and I threw up twice. I generally have bad reactions to all things medical and have been known to vomit for regular blood tests. I had mild cramping the rest of the afternoon, but nothing crazy. The next day I could only barely feel it was there and today I really can't feel it. I bled a little the day of, but that stopped on day 2 as well. I can't speak to how my period will be, but so far so good. Don't be scared! I would totally do it again."


"For the first few months, I experienced some diarrhea. Then this condition subsided.

For about a year, I experienced tingling in my hands and feet. Now, after about 15 months, this feeling is almost gone.

Lymphoma had been found in my small intestine. After 15 months of imbruvica use, I have gained weight to a healthy level"


"Excellent reaction! Helped me within 5 days.  Actually thought the smell and taste was fine."


"After taking this medicine for 8 days my blood pressure lowered by 10 units. From 160/100 it became 150/100."


"I was in love with this  pill bc I didn't  have a period  however  after no period  for  a year. I have  chronic  yeast infections.  Not happy at all. My  insurance  cost is 0.00 so I'm torn  about the side affect"


"I smoked for 48 years and like most smokers, quit more times than I can remember. I finally got tired of smoking and failing to quit and decided to give Chantix a try. Thirty days later, all the cravings were gone. That was two and a half years ago.
     Yes, I did have very vivid, cosmic dreams. I also found that giving up the habit, that is those times in the day when I would routinely "light up and live" was sometimes difficult. That much said, I am so very happy that I made it and am no longer a smoker.
     Bottom line, no free lunch here. But the end result is worth it and then some."


"I had a quickie n he decided to finish it off in me... Well IMMEDIATELY we went 2 our local pharmacy n bought this plan b 1 step pill.I took it immediately.2 weeks later,took a pregnancy test n got the world's BIGGEST POSITIVE. The small pill was $50.That was the 1st time in a year n a half that I had intercourse n the last after I had my first son. I honestly believe this pill is ineffective because they just want u to think it works when n reality, it would never work. Alot of women don't know their bodies when they ovulate so if your not fertile and he ejaculates n u and u take the pill n dont get preg., The pill is supposed to make u think it worked. DO NOT buy. Was NEVER effective. Thank u!"


"I have used the OC for 11 years. During that time I have only decreased my dosage. Now, the OP formula simply doesn't work. I take 2-3X the breakthrough pain medicines, I have added ibuprofen and naproxen to my regimen. I am going to have to increase my OP dosage on my next visit because it simply doesn't work. Thia new formula is ineffective. I'm going to discuss switching to a different medication, but the OC used to work so well. I was able to go canoeing and walking in the woods. Now I'm back to missing work."


"Have been on Imuran for 6 years and it has helped some off and on. In the beginning I went to the bathroom about 10 to 12 times in a day thus losing a lot weight which I didn't expect.  Now I go about 3 to 4 times a day and I do have a flare up every  now and then. Was finally weaned off of prednisone. Have gained some weight back. Overall the medication has helped though my immune system has been weakened."


"As the last reviewer said I have had increased pain, fatigue, constipation and anxiety."


"I have taken Bydureon about 3 months.  My blood sugar has gone from over 200 to 125-180 which is a nice improvement.  I do not yet know what has happened to my  A1c.  I inject the Bydureon  into my thigh.  I alternate sides each week so each thigh has two weeks to recover.  I have had no side effects.  I have been trying to lose weight in 2014. So far I am down 14 pounds from 179 to 165 pounds."


"I have had ZERO heartburn and indigestion with this medication!!  I am very happy with it and hope to continue to get the same results!"


"Hives and itchy skin and very bad hand itch that cased to to scratch. I used to get them every other day for 2-3 hours I used to lock myself in the room and itch and itch and itch then. I was told about Xyzal from my father-in-law. Life is so good with Xyzal. I only wish this medicine is known to more people who suffer from itch and hives that make life so painful. But when Medicine like Xyzal is created. It's very good medicine that can cure allergies or itchy skin.  I just take one tablet every 2 days and sleep like baby and feel the best next mooring."


"I have had the Mirena for 6 years now and I love it! I recently had to have my first one removed and another one put in place. I was so nervous to have it removed because with the first one it was pretty uncomfortable and I cramped up a little. The only side effect I have had was cramping the first few months when I had the first one placed. I have been cycle free for several years now and NO babies! It has been the best form of semi-permanent birth control and I will never chose a different birth control again. Its easy, insurance covers it and it can be placed in your regular doctors office! Beware that there will be some bleeding and cramping after its placed because they have to open your cervix. LOVE MIRENA!"


"I started this over a year ago because I have PCOS and before taking this  some months I would miss my period completely, sometimes I get these horrible excruciating 2 month periods.  Now after taking this I haven't had any new growths. I have sweet cravings but I haven't had my period in about 5 months (though that could be the PCOS). I haven't gained weight but I'm also working out and eating better. The main complaint I have for this is the gas and the constant nausea for me. I take this at 8:00 am and I still feel horrible 12 hours later. I've heard it helps to take it at night so I'll try that eventually. Still, not pregnant so."


"Would not quit this medicine, it helps immensely."


"Been using this product along with bactrum for about 1 week and already see in good results... had 3 big cystic pimples that was on my face for more then 3 months...and they have gone down in 1 week..can't wait to see what the next month or 2 brings."


"Had been taking citalopram for over a year for depression. I found i did have sleepless night and hot sweats and dizzy spells. but my mood was so much better that i felt it was worth taking them. I suffer constantly with pulsital tinnitus and suffer with labrinthytus which caused the depression, but i have got use to this now and it does not affect my life like it did at first. So stop taking it, have not had any for over a week so far and no side affect from stopping so far. I would recommend this medicine for anyone with depression and would not think twice about taking it again if ever i got as low as i was before taking it."


"I've been on Norco 10/325 for over a year.. it helps me be normal, being that I have a slipped disc, pinched nerve and stenosis. It doesn't take the spasms away, but I haven't found anything that does. If anyone knows of one that works please let me know I've tried them all. I just hate that because people can't see an injury they think you are not in serious pain, I hurt everyday and would love nothing more than to just be normal."


"Controlled blood pressure just fine. But the dizziness upon getting up was pretty bad. Had to urinate many times a day and during the night as well. "


"I suffered from chronic migraines misdiagnosed as tension headaches for 10 years before being sent to a neurologist who started me on topiramate right away. It was very hard at first to get over the fatigue but the immediate improvement in my headaches was a life-changing experience.  The weight-loss was an added benefit.  My hair's thinned a bit, the taste changes are mild as are the tingling in my hands and feet (a few seconds here and there like they fall asleep-except it's in the middle of the palm or the sole).  The chronic migraines (4-6 days a week) are now down to about of 3 days a month and the fatigue is no longer bothersome.  "


"I am a male, 71 yrs age and overweight. Began taking blood pressure meds at age 55. Suffered through trials with several beta blockers which made me goofy, weak and then a few calcium channel blockers which required high dosage levels causing flu like muscle soreness. My doc retired few yrs ago and his practice was taken over by much younger female. She put me on 150 mg Tekturna after hearing my complaint in 1st visit. Life is good again. Blood pressure dropped right into desired range with no side effects. Only problem now is finding pharma plan to help with cost."


"I have been dealing with symptoms of Meniere's Disease for 30 years and until three years ago no Dr. could properly diagnose the issue.
When I was 5 years old I suffered a concussion, when I was 13 years old I suffered another concussion from a 90 mph fastball to the head.  Shortly after the incident at 13 years old I started having intermittent & recurring symptoms of vertigo & hearing loss in my left ear (same side as both injuries).  My parents thought I was a typical stubborn teen until they took me to have my hearing tested and found I had 30db of hearing loss. Two years ago I started experiencing unexplained falls and roaring in my ear.  The Dr found 60 Db & said it is Meniere's. The Dr prescribed low dose Valium. It changed my life!"


"I have taken Tramadol of and on for 4 years.  I stopped taking it due to kidney pain on right side.  The Doctor insisted I take it for a back injury, told it him it gives me kidney pain and dismissed it.  Forward 6 months later when I took tram I would eat greek yogurt and kidney pain would go away, then one time had no yogurt took tram and pain stayed, increased and traveled to other side.  I went to Dr who  did urine test for infection which was inconclusive, 3 rounds antibiotics, an ultra sound, 2 CT scans, still no answers.  The pain has decreased by half as long as I don't stand long or do to much activity. Feels similar to menstrual cramps but only higher up and right where kidneys are at and like someone squeezing my kidneys, also sometime would feel like kidneys swelling up."


"I was recommended Mirena after I got a blood clot at 17 years old due to a protein s deficiency, Mirena was my only option. I decided after years of research that it was time to try it out. Having never had kids I was told the insertion and everything would be a little more painful than a mother would experience (my mom was on Mirena) the insertion was painful, but after I was fine. About 3 days later I was in so much pain that I kept throwing up and couldn't stand up straight, my gyno said this was normal... I've had my IUD in for 1.5 years, about twice a year a get pain like I did originally. I've noticed mood swings, weight gain and total loss of any sex drive. Only reason I've kept it this long is it's my only option"


"I have taken it only a month and have experienced bloating, nausea, breast tenderness, fluctuation in appetite, constipation, and I get mad at my boyfriend very easily. Plus all of these symptoms make me not feel like having sex. "


"I had my Mirena put in a little over 3 months ago. I'm 24 years old and have no children nor have I ever been pregnant. The procedure to put in the IUD was very painful for me and although it only took 10 minutes it felt like forever. That being said I feel like it would have been better if my doc would have told me that it would hurt worse than just "mild cramping" and I would have taken a better painkiller other than the 200mg of Advil she suggested. That first night was almost unbearable and the next two weeks were not much better. I spot bled for about a week until I got my period which lasted for 13 days. After that however, the cramps stopped and so did my period. I think it was worth the pain at first for the convenience of no pill."


"It started to help in the beginning then a month later I got the worst breakouts. "


"I took Stelara for plaque psoriasis for about four years and it worked very well----- until I had to miss a dose because I was having knee surgery. After 3 1/2 months I resumed taking Stelara but my body no longer responded to it and I started getting a lot of activity on my legs. My doctor suggested switching to TALTZ but I was put off by the initial starter doses and the monthly maintenance dose. (After all, Stelara is only one shot every 3 months.) Nevertheless, I decided to read online comments about TALTZ and was encouraged/ but skeptical about some people saying they saw improvement in days. Well now I'm one of those people. I saw improvement in just 4 days, I'm on week 6 of treatment."


"I just started Trulicity last Sunday, I went to a new endo doctor and told her that my A1c is not coming down, and my fasting blood sugar is up. So far the only side effect was dry mouth the next day, I did have a little diarrhea but can't say if its from the Trulicity or the metformin, because the metformin does give me GI issues. On a good note I'm down 3lbs and my fasting morning BS are way down. So far so good. I'll keep you posted."


"Great med, weight gain yes 50 lbs over 8 months started working out at the gym and watching what I eat and feeling good and hopeful for the future down 30 lbs does feel little of loss motivation at 500mg trying to lower dose to 300mg update later"


"I have taking Aciphex for about a year now and I can not live without it, forgot it on vacation and paid the price. Will not make that mistake again. I like many others have tried various prescription as well as over the counter medicines but nothing works as well as Aciphex."


"WOW! All the bad reviews I cant believe it! Im a 23 years old, I love this birth control so much! I have had all positive about this product (except the longer periods in the beginning but its like that with them all). For the women that hate this product try mirena It works for a lot of ladies!"


"This medicine should be banished from existence. I want to skull drag the doctor for prescribing it. I would rather have the sinus infection than feel the way I do now. If your doctor suggests this medicine,  walk off, but not before dumping this horrid medicine down their throats so they can feel it's wrath. I have just about every physical side effect you can get from this junk."


"Clonidine will prevent a migraine for me, if I take it as soon as the headache is starting, and sometimes even helps after it's under way. Of course, the drug does cause wooziness, so I have to be careful about standing up or making other sudden moves. It's very effective, and cheap. Give it a 10."


"Not quite strong enough for me by itself, but it helped me sleep easier during the roughest period of my life (losing my mother) when combined with xanax, ativan, Halcion, lamictal, and risperdal (though I did have problems with the risperdal - but I put that there)."


"I was feeling sleepy all the time and just didn't want to do anything at all. I went to my doctor and had my blood work done to find out my vitamin D was very low. She put me on Ergocalciferol vitamin D. My hair has stop falling out I stay on the go now and back to my old self. Thanks for blood work that tells the truth!"


Atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine

"I have used Donnatal for over 2 years mainly for Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  It works every single time I have a flare-up like nothing else I have ever taken.  Hands down the best medication in my opinion.  No side effects, reduces sweating but that also helps me since I tend to sweat a lot.  It also has helped me with anxiety as well as during weaning from opiate medications.  GREAT MEDICINE.  Only con is that not all pharmacies carry it anymore.  "


"Effective, however, the painful sensation of my knees is less than desirable!"


"I am 16 years old and I suffered from acne since I was about 12. I have a very special type of acne. Its very tiny and form in clusters and never come to a head. I had this all over my forehead and cheeks. They would look worse under some lighting and looked awful under makeup. They gave my skin a sandpaper feel. I also got the occasional pimple. I was prescribed this medication by my doctor . I was given a 0.05 tretinoion. My first month was awful. I got the purging and all the pimples were coming to a head. After a couple of weeks my skin was starting to become smooth and healthy! Don't give up on this drug! One recommendation is to keep it up! Don't stop!!"


"I take mine with milk and follow up with coffee or a caramel frappe from McDonald's"


"I have been on this medicine for about 2 months. My side effects were headache, thirsty, tired and wired. Felt kind of like I was stoned, constipation, insomnia. Most of the side effects went away after I got to the full dosage. Still a headache occasionally. And still feel wired sometimes. But I haven't lost any weight. I know it's a slow working pill but nothing. In 2 months. It has curbed my appetite and cravings. But no weight loss is frustrating."


"The doctor of my 13 year old autistic daughter put her on 5mg of Abilify last October.  The first three months were great. Her mood swings decreased. She was less destructive and it was a lot quieter at home and in school.  We started seeing the behaviors coming back a little at a time.  At month 7, the behaviors were back full swing and much worse than they were before she was put on Abilify.  She also gained 42 pounds and we couldn't keep her out of food unless we locked the cabinets and refrigerator. She has been off of Abilify since mid July and her behavior has turned around completely.  Now she is on an "as needed" medicine that we only give her when we see a meltdown coming, and that is not very often."


"I'm almost on month 3 of this birth control and I've not had any problems with it. I haven't experienced any acne or weight gain. I'm just still trying to figure my periods. The first month it came the day I started my first sugar pill. This month I'm on my 2nd sugar pill and no sign of my period, however, Overall I have been very satisfied with this bc."


"My neurosurgeon prescribed this medication for me after having a lumbar fusion. I was in so much pain, I wanted to cry!"


"Have been taking this medicine for the past 17 weeks with severe hyperemesis. Have been hospitalized 7 times with dehydration. This was mainly when I had the flu on top of the morning sickness. Zofran is a really great medicine, I'm on 8mg three times a day. Side effects include lack of appetite and constipation. But the benefits far outweigh the risk of not having it. I am able to eat and drink what I need to keep this baby growing and although I am still not able to return to work, I am able to do day to day tasks. In Australia this isn't covered by any insurance at all and for the 8mg they are $120 for 10 tablets so at 3 a day and not being able to work it is costing us a fortune but again on the positive side the baby is healthy!"


"This medication worked wonders for me. I suffer from panic disorder for a long time. I had been under control with Paxil, having no panic attack for over 8 years. Though I was cured. Suddenly it started to hit again and it was hell. My doctor said Paxil was not working any more and tried another medication. For 2 months the attacks wouldn't stop. I thought I was going to die. She decided to change the medication again and prescribed me Effexor 75. In less than a week the attacks were gone and I was back to normal. Now I'm slowly quitting Paxil. She says it will be at least 6 months until I'm totally off of Paxil. The protocol I follow to quit Paxil is that I alternate dosages, one day I take 12,5 and the other day I take 25. Working fine."


"This drug is perhaps saving my life,  but who knows - and at what cost? Right now I seriously question the value of treatment that has such violent side effects. I'm experiencing: bone pain, extreme hot flushes /cold shivers, chronic constipation, vaginal dryness and discomfort, cognitive impairment, inability to concentrate, insomnia, significant weight gain (18bs in 8 weeks), rapid aging, facial hair growth, irritability, depression (big surprise there). It really angers me to see the glib way doctors document their research on this drug, claiming it is 'well tolerated'. I'm sure there are exceptions but in my personal experience so far, every woman I have met who's taking it complains of similar symptoms."


"I suffered for 2 years with terrible dystonia and muscle cramping.  Within 1 week it helped keep it under control.  I take it 2 times a day and I am thankful that my doctor prescribed this. "


"I have suffered from fungal nails on my feet x over 30 years, I have removed them but grow with fungi again, just accept that there was no cure, but I decided to see a podiatry one last last time and she prescribed me Jublia, wao , Wao, wao, this product is expensive, but I am clearing my nails, thanks to GOD, I am 53 years old"


"Made a big difference in my hip and knee pain"


"Had surgery on both knees then the doctor said I need knee replacement.  That was 10 years ago. When knees started to hurt I started on Synvisc one for a few years. Than my insurance wanted me to use a generic version gel one. Both of these drugs worked fine for my bone on bone for both knees. Than my insurance stopped paying for any more shots. I looked for another treatment plan that would cover my shots. Found another doctor was going to give me orthovisc. I started the shots in June. The shots are given 3 times rather than once by the other drugs but still last only 6 months. My next group of shots are for December.  This drug works but takes almost 6 weeks for all of 3 shots . Great stuff does work hope my insurance pays for it."


"This medicine is terrible. In fact doctors are terrible for prescribing it. Thanks to a 15 min session of my psychiatrist nodding (while barely looking at me) then writing down a name of a pill to "fix me" my face has never seen such acne. He thought I was depressed before, now I don't want to even leave the house. DOCTORS OVER PRESCRIBE!!!!! Please trust me, go to your herbal neighborhood store and get things to detox from medicine. The pharmaceutical companies are making a fortune on society believing a magic pill will sustain our life and subdue our problems. You're smarter than that, right?"


"I have only been taking 1 pill 3x a day instead of 2 3x a day, and only on the worst days as soon as it's bad, which in turn caused it to shorten my cycle and definitely the huge clots were gone - what a relief!  I also take iron because of being tired.  Prior to trying this medicine, I had an endometrial ablation which failed and none of the birth control pills helped either.  My only recourse if this stops working is a hysterectomy.  I wish my menopause would start already, I'm done having children and have been having hot flashes for over 5 years now!"


"I have been smoking since I was 12. I am now 49. I never thought I would be able to quit, but I have been smoke free for a month now!! Chantix is a miracle! No withdrawal, and I actually sleep better because I don't wake up craving a smoke. Thank you Chantix!!"


"I did notice clearing of my hormonal acne (jawline, neck, and chest) within 3 1/2 weeks, but I developed stomach cramping, diarrhea, sleeplessness, and occasional dizziness.  This medicine wasn't the answer for me."


"I suffer from chronic migraines. Without a preventative medication (Topamax) I get them five to seven times a week. While taking Topamax I get three to five a month, so it is a vast improvement. Still, when they hit I need relief from the pain and Excedrin Migraine is NOT it.

I am leaving this review so that others who do not respond well to Excedrin know they are not alone. These pills don't even begin to take the edge off the pain and the caffeine dose only makes my nausea worse.

For the record, I experience two different types of migraine; one with light aura and one without. Excedrin doesn't help either."


"I've had eczema ALL my life and I was starting to think nothing's working from Hydrocortisone creams all the way to natural aloe Vera but my new doctor prescribed this and I've never looked better! The flare ups are under control and my skin is almost clear"


"Do Not Buy this!! 1 min after using the cream the itch started, then it turned to a terrible burning. This causes more pain and discomfort than a YI ever could. It feels like I put Nair inside me. The package says minor itching and burning. Nothing about this is minor!  I just want it this medicine out of me now!!!"