"Beware if you are on pain medicine. Sometimes it doesn't always work. After suffering from constipation, sorry if this is TMI by the way. I took 3 tbsp of MOM. Nothing happened, the second day I took 4 tbsp and that night suffered severe cramping. I also had a little stool come out with blood..needless to say I went to the ER as the pain grew and I couldn't go. I waited 4 hours, mind you I live in Canada. And there was a poor little girl who stopped breathing. I ended up leaving and purchasing a enema kit and also ducalax suppositoties just inbcase. I got home and within 5 min I had relief. Moral of the story: IF ON PAIN MEDS HAVE A BACK UP PLAN!"


"I am greatly disappointed that they are going to take Midodrine off the market.  I have taken it for about 8 years with fantastic results.  Without it I have syncope often, I am really researching what to do because I rely on this medicine for help with my hypotension.  Tried to go off of it once, passed out in my bosses arms - that was embarrassing - got back on it and not a problem since.  Even on medication my blood pressure runs 100/70....but off of Midodrine I have to work to keep at 88/60, sometimes I am less than that and syncope is definite.

I WISH they would reconsider taking it off the market."


"I took the pill before so I decided to try the same one again since it worked really well for me before. I have been on it for about 3 weeks this time and I feel great. A little sore but lil bit bigger boobs, slight nausea but eating fixes it, less appetite, a couple tiny headaches and some cramps for two days in the first week but nothing after that, spotting for two weeks straight basically but very light, skin already looks clearer I think, more energy. I think my hormones were messed up from stress and messing with my skin and cycle. I'm hoping that it continues to get better with this pill."


"OMG!  This is the first time I have ever seen anyone else besides myself have an issue like this with Reglan.  The first time I got it was while waiting to have surgery and the longer I sat there, the more panic stricken I became til I was just sure if I stayed I was going to die in surgery so I pulled the IV, got dressed and went home.  When it wore off I felt crazy so called nurse at ay surgery and she said it happens frequently and we should try again using plain saline, not even ringers solution.  I was fine the second time around.  I also get it from Compazine, phenergan and ativan.  They call this reaction Akathesia.  ER gave me Cogentin and a couple of xanax and it was gone in 15 minutes.  AWful, awful feeling!"


"My husband just started taking Lithium last week and we both have seen a HUGE difference. Yesterday he told me he feels 'fine' and not like he doesn't want to be on this earth any longer. He's been on multiple antidepressants over the years...none of which have worked. His new psychiatrist seems to have found the right drug. I hope he continues to improve. We both thought Lithium was for people with very serious disorders, which we didn't consider him part of that group. No matter...if it works it works! Take care."


"Before I explain, let me start off by saying; I do not take meds, not even for a headache.. this is a very rare circumstance. My Dr knows this and will ask me if I'm going to fill the prescription as to not waste either of our time. I usually say no and we discuss non medicinal ways to cope.

This time I said yes and got .5mg lorazepam and in the 3 days I've taken them I'm more anxious!"


"I suffer from Combat related PTSD, Depression and Panic Attacks. Have been taking Ativan for several years with Wellbutrin SR. I still take the Ativan to control the anxiety, but since my doctor added Niravam, it seems as soon as it dissolves on my tongue, I can feel almost immediate relief, and it stops the panic attack in no time at all. It's truly a miracle medication."


"For more than 2 years I have had pain in lower back and left shoulder. It was VERY uncomfortable to sleep and experienced major discomfort when rising. My back orthopedist told me not to worry about this. I applied a 1/16" dose of my wife's Voltaren Gel to the affected areas a week ago, and have been pain free the entire time. Miracle medicine. "


"I have been given a 500mg 2 times daily for 7 days. I have found the taste to be repulsive but take it with ORANGE JUICE and it will kill the taste. Milk also works but I found orange juice works the best for me. Be quick though. I did however experience dry mouth and a bit of nausea. But its worth it in the end."


"I have been on Levo for almost a year. I feel awful. My levels are never consistent. Leading the doctor to keep increasing the dose. Last time this caused severe dizzy spells that wouldn't go away. I still have bad hashimotos symptoms. I just had blood work done my T3 is low, my TSH over 4. She raised the dose again even after I refused. I want to try a different medication. I am going to a different doctor in a couple weeks. That can't come soon enough. My legs, knees, and ankles ache constantly. I'm in good shape, I exercise daily. It's so hard now that my legs hurt. I hate this medication. I've heard that the pharmaceutical companies really push this medication over other thyroid meds. This stuff is awful."


"I experienced mood swings and anxiety due to this prescription ... would not recommend."


"Hello:

I have been using the Inova Pads (BP 4%/Salicylic 2%) for one month. I highly recommend the pads. In conjunction with the Inova Pads, I am also using the Obagi cleanser (Clenziderm wash) and Retin A Micro .004%. The pads are not only great for delvering acne medication, but the pad's fabric gives you effective and gentle exfoliation. You can see the dead skin on the pads!!! You will be amazed. The excellent exfoliation better aides the Retin-A to be delivered deeper and mroe effetcively. It is a wonderful product. There are some possible, yet very mild side effects. One side effect is that there will be quite a bit of redness. Therefore, there have been times when I have skipped the salicylic morning treatment."


"Thanks to all the reviews on this site I went out and got a propranolol prescription. Have always had crushing anxiety any time I felt I was being evaluated. Shaky voice, unable to breathe or speak freely, the works. Had to present my work to 8 executives of a major potential client today, to do with a contract that could turn into millions of dollars for our little company.  No pressure.  Have been dreading it for weeks. Took 60mg an hour before.  It's strange because the usual internal panic I've become so accustomed to just never came. I could have been chatting to my mum, I was that relaxed.

It went so well that afterward, when on my own, I nearly cried out of sheer elation that I had found a solution. 31 yr old male"


"I have tried what seems like every medicine for my depression and have only experience temporary minor relief of symptoms.  My psychiatrist wanted to try ECT because nothing else was working and I was tired of being in the hospital, but I refused.  She then mentioned that MAOIs(monoamine oxidase inhibitors) can sometimes be helpful for those who don't respond to other medicines so I agreed to try it. It has been a miracle worker for me! I have been on it for about 10 months and I have not had any severe depressive episodes and find myself going through the day without all of the terrible thoughts and cravings that used to haunt me.  I went from extremely suicidal to functioning normally.  I didn't even know I could feel this way!"


"I have terrible anxiety and was very afraid to take biaxin because I'd never taken it before. I worry about crazy things like having an anaphylactic reaction to medications, throat swelling shut, not being able to breathe, hives ect. I was on a triple antibiotic treatment of Biaxin, Flagyl, and Prilosec  twice a day with Protonix taken alone every morning.  I always ate yogurt twice a day with the medication as well as a meal so I my stomach wouldn't hurt or be upset. I never took the medication without food as  instructed so I never had any stomach problems at all. The only side effect I had was an odd taste in my mouth but it wasn't overwhelming or bothersome."


"I have had cyclic vomiting for five years and nothing seemed to work. Anytime I was in a social situation, or somewhere new, or had something stressful going on (the list goes on and on), nothing seemed to help. I was also taking 4-5 meds just for CVS alone. Once I was prescribed this med, everything changed. I am finally back to my old self and can eat food without worrying about nausea/vomiting. I am so thankful for this med!"


"I was on a gel before and I'm going back. My doctor thought this one would be easier for me to apply, but the application process is a mess. Plus it takes longer for me to apply and sometimes gets on my hands anyway, so whats the point? My levels aren't any better than they were before. Plus I had to pay $25 for the script. "


"Starting off with my condition before LoSeasonique... I had heavy periods, by the time I turned 20 my cramps were so bad that I had to rest a day and apply a heat pack. My skin was always breaking out and it was only worse in the summer.

I went to my doctor and he offered me three options: herb supplements, hormone pills or BC pills. I chose the last one. I'm not sexually active but college worries me so I figured better be safe than sorry.

After starting it, my skin was clearing up, my periods are still existing but are so light that I usually don't have to wear anything and my cramps are very mild. The only thing I recently experienced was 2 week period and some spotting, but as I said, it was very light. I'm glad I chose option three"


"Took this 12 hours after thr bf ejaculated in me on day 15 of my cycle...one of my most fertile days.....the day I took it the cramps got so bad I almost vimitted, I got so dizzy and weAK from it.by the next day I was fine. i wouldn't recommend this torture...then four days later my breasts became sore....and i have been getting every pregnancy or pms symptom  since (sore breasts, cramping, upset stomach, nausea, lower backache, headaches)....I am due to start sat 4/30.....I took a prego test and came back negative.....this is the longest pms and worst symptoms I have ever had. I think I would have rather taken my chances."


"I take this for my Spina Bifida. Helps so much!"


"Great! I did the 3 ovule treatment and it was noticeably improved after day 1. This stuff is expensive! The applicator doesn't work; the ovule gets stuck.
I was very happy w the results! I don't know if it will reoccur, but time will tell. Going to attack my diet, I wonder if that may make a difference."


"I've been on the shot since december 17th 2015 and I started bleeding on the 3rd of janurary and I havent stopped yet idk what to do"


"I was on Loestrin for a year and I loved how light my periods were and how much less my cramps were. Within a month of not taking it, I could tell what a difference it made. My acne didn't really change much. I will say though that it did mess with my mental status. At random, I would get depressed for little to no reason. Then at my most recent doctor appointment, I was shocked to realized I had gained around 20 lbs. I had become well aware of my constant bloated stomach but I had no idea I had gained so much. I loved how light Loestrin made my cycles but I won't take it due to all this weight retention. I've even been working out more than before I started the pill!"


"Took this for severe nausea after starting an SSRI - got rid of most of the nausea but made me incredibly dizzy and had low blood pressure and tingling limbs. Very uncomfortable!"


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"I have been taking Tekturna HCT 150/12.5 and finally my blood pressure is getting under control.  It's been approximately 5 years of taking various medicines, and I am so happy."


"Prescribed for high blood pressure. It did drop my blood pressure but the side effect of dry coughing has stopped me from taking this medicine."


"No side effects(nausea, headaches,etc)

Regulated my period"


"After years of all the other opioid pain pills I was put on Fentanyl 25mcg. Initial problems getting patch to stick, I contacted the manufacturer and they were very helpful. They have supplied Askina film dressings to cover the patch and they never fall off anymore. TegaDerm patches work very well also.  I was also increased to one patch every 48 hours since it seems to wear off long before 72 hours. I do leave them on for 72 hours, but alternate locations every 48 hours. What a difference. Very little pain if any and I'm no longer loopy or half asleep all the time. Fentanyl has been a blessing for my lower back and leg pain. By the way I suffer from lumbar spinal stenosis. Hope this is helpful to others."


"I have been on this birth control for a little over a year now. I originally started because my periods were so painful I would pass out and overall it was irregular. The first week I was nauseas and really really sick. I have also lost ALL sex drive and my boyfriend thinks I'm not attracted to him anymore. My skin became really sensitive so ever time I'm exposed to the sun for long amounts of time I will develop a rash. It also took my body some getting use to; lots of spotting the first fue months. Overall, I think this drug does it job, but the side effects are just too much for me."


"First prescribed Baclofen orally for MS. Legs are turning into concrete. I was a zombie for about a year. 7 years ago I made the decision to have a baclofen pump implanted with meds going directly to my spine for my legs. Totally changed my life. No more zombie and spasms under control.(also had dilaudid in pump). Much smaller, concentrated doses going where they need to.It is now time to have surgery to implant another pump, 7 year battery life. I will have to go back on oral doses until healed from surgery. After that refill once a month and good for another 7 years. MS is getting worse but planning on giving it a hell of a fight....lol"


"Killed my sex drive (the only remainder of my life without fibromyalgia) and gave me terrible dry mouth that did not go away as my doctor said it would.  After six months of dry mouth and no libido, along with no symptom relief, I said enough was enough and quit cold turkey.  I experienced no withdrawal effects, and thankfully both the dry mouth and lack of sex drive went away soon thereafter.

I feel like this medication made me more depressed by decreasing my already low quality of life.  It also made me feel as though my emotions were non-existent, which some may view as a good thing, but I prefer to be able to feel and experience emotions."


"I have just started Savella about a week ago I am praying this will work for me. I have gained about 80lbs on the other (Lyrica and Nerotin) ). I know it has helped with the pain already, I am hopeful and the only thing I noticed so far is I think my restless legs are doing a little more jumping. I guess time will tell."


"48 y/o male with blood pressure averaging 156/102 with spikes to 200 /110 . This medicine helped stabilize my blood pressure to about 115/65 now. No major side effects but need to watch my glucose level since its a Beta blocker."


"I have suffered with migraines for years; with them comes nausea and vomiting. I have just started taking,"zofran", twice. Thank goodness it has helped. I was tired of suppositories."


"So first off I got the paraguard inserted in which was very painful, but fast. I ended up have extreme cramps a couple days after getting it causing me to miss work. A month after after everything seemed great sex felt normal and it seemed like it wasn't even there. But once my first period came I had the worst cramps of my life to where I felt dizzy almost to the point of passing out! I was so freaked out I ended up going to the emergency room; because it was the weekend and I didn't want to wait to see my gyno.I had bacterial vaginosis  it was extremely painful so I realized I had to get it taken out and as soon as I got the paragard taking out the dizziness is gone the nausea was gone I had no more symptoms I do not recommend it!"


"I was taking Yasmin mainly for birth control as I was sexually active. But after about 2 months (3 packs of Yasmin) consuming it due course, I realized that it wasn't only for birth control but it helped my acne as well, and after 3 months, my face was clear off any acne but a few pimples (one or two) here and there but that's easy to treat. When I stopped taking Yasmin for about 3 months and my acne came back and now I'm actively on Yasmin again for contraception and also acne.

I have tried many useless treatments and antibiotics and creams and gels that the doctors suggested but to no avail. And like what one said, "it works inside out"."


"This has literally been a life saver.  I tried to taper off it twice and my mood became very volatile, that resolved once I went back on it.  Latuda in combination with lamotrigine has improved my quality of life immensely."


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"After having a baby my anxiety increased dramatically. Anxiety attacks all the time. Didn't want to be around people and was super paranoid about flu season and the baby. Terrible moods and could go from ok to angry in minutes. I would have panic attacks if I had to leave the baby and was extra particular about cleaning and routine, to the point of ridiculousness. I have been on 25mg of Zoloft for 1 month and I can finally relax! My mood has improved greatly. I've been able to go to work, socialize,and grocery shop. Zoloft has not helped with sleep. Even on 0.5mg of clonazepam at night, it still takes me hours to fall asleep. Having vivid dreams/nightmares and restless sleep. Hope those stop because I feel like myself again taking the Zoloft."


"This is my third type of birth control, and I was scared to try. The other two left me depressed and overly tired. I have found the side effects of Tri-Sprintec tolerable.
1. My skin has cleared up.
2. I have gained weight as upon starting this birth control I was ALWAYS hungry, but going to the gym has started to help in losing it.
3. I suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, and have not had issues stemming from that problem since starting Tri-Sprintec."


"I have a spinal cord injury. I'm 7 years in this year. The only thing I feel below my waist is nerve pain, its really bad in my feet. If it wasn't for the Neurontin and taking Cymbalta together I wouldn't be able to function because of the nerve pain. It does help but for me I cant take the generic gabapentin."


"I have BiPolar II and have been depressed/dark/worthless/in a hole for a long time. I asked my psych doc if I could try lamotrigine since nothing else helped/worked.  We gave it a go and it has made my life so much better! I feel like I have been given a gift. The gift of peace with myself and the world around me."


"Long story short I finally felt compelled to try anti depressants.
I had experienced depression for a couple of years and had bouts of anxiety. Last straw were symptoms similar to bipolar disorder. Like mania. I had been so reluctant to try meds.
But man I'm glad I did. I'm sad I didn't try them before. My life these couple years would have been so much better, less traumatic.
I started 50 mg of sertraline in July.
Right away I noticed my mood improved.
I used to be short tempered.
Now I am more patient.
I stopped crying every two days out of frustration due to my sons tantrums or misbehaviour.( challenging toddler) or from feeling overwhelmed with house work.

Little by little that fog of depression started to dissipate.
I am happy now."


"I took Effexor for the first and last time yesterday around 7:41 am . At first I couldn't feel my arms or face and then it felt like fire works were going off in my head . I yawned all day long and each time I did I felt like my own tongue was gagging me . The worst of it was around 3:45 am I woke up shaking uncontrollably falling over couldn't see straight it felt like I was being electrocuted it was to the point I either wanted to be knocked out or die . My husband found me shaking and rocking back and forth in our living room floor . This drug for me personally was horrific ."


"I started taking Sprintec at 15, and have been taking it for a little over a year now, because my dermatologist recommended it, and said it would help regulate my period and stop cramps. And it did just that! I have not had sex yet, so I have no personal experience for pregnancy prevention, however I hear it works very well. I had no side effects except a little weight gain in my breasts - I went from a 34 B to a 36 C. But every birth control has different effects on different girls. Don't be afraid to give this one a try."


"I have suffered migraines since l was a baby and have been put on all sorts of medications with no success. My migraines have ruled my life as the pain is horrific and I have had to live each day in fear of the next attack. As nothing worked for me l would end up in hospital having pethadine and morphine injections that only helped sometimes. Just getting to a hospital whilst going through an attack is horrific as the pain and vomiting is like nothing I can describe. A new GP recommended Relpax and it has changed my life, I cannot recommend it more highly. I take the 80mg as the 40mg did not work for me. I can now take Relpax as soon as l feel a migraine coming on and within 40 mins l am pain free. Relpax is life changing."


"My doctor recommended this for my pre-menopausal symptoms as well as anxiety.  At first I was thrilled with the results but about 3 months into it I realized the insomnia was not worth it.  I have sleep apnea so this medication was not a good choice for me. My doctor increased the ambien dose and that wrecked havoc with my system.  I have stopped taking both and hope to feel better soon."


"I started this medication tonight and I'm still awake.  Started with 15 mg after 20 minutes took another one and I'm still awake.  Frustration.  All it has done is make me relax."


"Paranoia significantly alleviated and mind activity controllable with medication"


"Very positive experience for me. Sick of taking Hydrocodone all day and night for chronic pain. Still taking Hydrocodone for breakthrough pain once most days, twice others but that is a big decrease for me. I am not nearly as sluggish and feel generally better."


"Couldn't live without it. Didn't discover it until a few years ago."


"It helps with my anxiety"


"This is my 4th colonoscopy/bowel prep:  First dose and fluids went down ok despite some nausea.   Second dose made it down followed by some water.  But 20 minutes later when sitting on the throne the nausea welled up and I started vomiting.  Did manage to catch some in the waste basket next to me.   Dr. did not complain about my preparation so I think it was fairly good despite losing most of the second dose.    However the Prepopik I took for a previous prep was much easier on me and was also deemed a good clean prep."


"My lower left teeth were in pain and my left jaw became swollen, I was in terrible pain and went to my dentist for an emergency. Turns out I had an infection. I was prescribed tylenol 3 for pain and boy did it work wonders, also the codiene helped to relax me from the facial pain. I recommend this to anyone who like myself, doesn't take pills on a regular basis. Some people have a tolerance to low dose pain medications, so I think this why T3 gets the shaft from heavy pill takers."


"I got my period august 4th-8th, a week later i had unprotected sex with a dude I had barely met , eventually some things led to another and it was literally a 5 minute thing! In the end I was not sure if he came in me, obviously every guy will say no but I still was not sure, I took the pill about 1 hour after it happened , I bled about 1 1/2 week after taking the pill (which you are suppose to & no it wasn't my period which I thought it was). I was expecting my period in the beginning of september and it never came... I was afraid with a thought in the back of my head telling me yes he came in me, no this pill didn't work, yes I'm pregnant... Luckily today i got my period! Take the pill even if you aren't sure about it! & don't stress!!"


"I'm a Filipina 44 years old and was diagnosed  of crohn's in 2014. I've been taking pentasa tabs and suppository as well.  My first 6 months was four  pentasa 500mg tablets twice a day and 1 suppository before bedtime. There was an improvement I had less  diarhea and crampness of stomach. I maintained taking pentasa for 2 years and reduced the dosage until I took two 500mg pentasa a day and 1 suppository. Since I feel better. I decided to stop taking med. Now  I'm 3 years with out taking any medicine and starting again with diarrhea with a bloody stool. Maybe I need to start back on pentasa again.."


"The pill worked wonders for me, after being diagnosed with PCOS when I was 17. I was overweight, pimply, and struggled with chronic depression. I was originally prescribed Yaz but then began taking the generic, Gianvi, because of insurance reasons. I personally couldn't tell any difference between the two. This pill cleared up my acne, improved my depression, gave me light, short bleeds every month on the clock (as opposed to heavy periods every 4-6 months lasting 10 days to two weeks!) and it helped me lose a lot of weight over the course of a year. Unfortunately, I haven't been taking it the past couple years, and it's been rough. I greatly look forward to going back on it soon."


"I got mine inserted yesterday. I’ve read so many bad things about insertion, but it wasn’t that bad. It just felt like a really deep cramp, but then it went away. The procedure was done within 5 minutes. Today, I’ve been having some cramping, but I’m also on my period, so I’m not sure if the cramping is due to the IUD or my period. I’ve never had a baby before, but I’m sure that the pain from getting an IUD placed is nothing compared to giving birth. I would totally recommend!"


"I took ONE pill in the morning and had severe anxiety, insomnia and hallucinations in the evening and throughout the night. I have never experienced any of these issues before - either with medicines or without - and it is very scary to me that one tiny pill affected me so dramatically."


"Took 500 mgs once a day for a severe sinus infection. By day 3 my nasal passages opened up, sinus pressure and pain eased up. On day 5 I felt 90% better. Infection gone by day 8. Only side effect was I slept alot but that could be because I was sick."


"I've been on this pill for about 4 months now and have had 0 side effects. All the reviews terrified me but like I said I'm totally fine."


"I got Hep C while I was at Bible school  in 1978 and so I never really found out how I got it. I did give blood for money in bible school ...anyways I did the Pegasus Interferon and Ribavirin combo and I was so ill it took me years to feel better. I did clear the virus but it came back with a vengeance. I was really sick at that point...I did have some mild side effects with the Harvoni like fatigue. I got my three month clear. My doctor feels that I will not have to deal with this again. I do have cirrhosis of the liver even though I have been a health nut all these years. I am thankful that the pharma industry gave us a cure. Thank you."


"I switched from synthroid to armour last year and felt better for the first couple of months. I've had an on again off again scalp itch/rash that I could not figure out for the life of me. About 6 months into armour I was overwhelmed by all my sympotoms, fatigue, depression, low libido, joint pain and the scalp itch/rash just would not go away. My endo let me try a 30 day supply of Tirosint and the rash went away and I felt so much better. Just to test my theory I went back to armour after the 30 days. Very quickly I realized it was DEFINITELY the armour and I'm going back to tirosint. Armour is SO much cheaper but not worth it!"


"I started taking Zocor about a week ago. I have had no problems. There is a numbness in my upper left leg on the outside of the thigh. Anyway, have had no other problems so I am rating it a 10."


"I am going on a 14 hour plane trip and wanted a sedative. I hate flying especially on LONG flights across the world . I got Ativan.  I took one (.5) before bedtime before I left home to see how it worked and how strong it was.  Sadly I got zip out of it.  I am super sensitive to meds.. I take an aspirin and I know in 5 minutes I am 'medicated'. SO I am majorly disappointed. Now I am even more anxious about my trip. ugh."


"I live in Ireland, coming from the States. I've had 2 lumbar disectomies, which both left me with the same intense pain, have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. I have noticed a difference being only on them for a week. My pain is far from being gone but, knocks it down to about a 5, where I can meditate and relax and not laying in bed or sofa waiting for night to come to go to bed.  I am hoping with more time, this will be a God send since I am allergic to 99% of the medicine here.  Only negative is I get a mild headache, but fingers crossed!"


"I was debating on doing laser (PAINFUL) treatments or using this gel (non painful) and went with this gel, not sure if this would work.  My scars are all over 5 years old and after 3 weeks, I noticed that the scars aren't standing out as much as they had been.  I feel confident that in time, not that much longer, that my scars won't be noticeable."


"I was put on Seroquel 300mg it worked great but after a few months started having severe constipation and bloating around the time I took it. Now on on another medicine to see if this resolves. Pray it does."


"Venlafaxine is a good drug.  It helps with depression and anxiety.  What it doesn't work so well with is the mania.  If anything, it can make the mania worse.  I find adjusting my dose works the best.  So anywhere from 150mg to 200mg.  I know that is not the wisest course, but it does help keep the mania from being too strong.  Olanzapine also helps me."


"I take  2 50 mg of tramadol at 4 PM for backaches,thought they would be like an aspirin but wow no pain in the evenings! and I realize I have a calm mind  not wasted or anything just a feeling of calm,can stand up right away without pain in my lower back and I only need tramadol during the middle of the weekTuesday to Thursday or Wednesday to Friday,if you don't want to be a druggie use tramadol."


"I hopped on the depo August 2012 after having my child on and off untill April 2015 I had no bleeding in the time I was on it, until beginning if August 2015 I started bleeding went to the doctors they made me do s.t.i and s.t.d checks everything came back negative for anything but still bleeding , but then I found out I had to have minor surgery for cervical cancer so doctors assumed that , that could be the cause of the continuos bleeding I've had the surgery done but still bleeding I have no idea why, I've gotta go back to the doctors once again so they can send me for some type of scan to find out why . Has anyone else had this problem ?"


"I've been using Qvar for about two weeks. I used Advair before for years, and though it was extremely effective in treating my asthma, it kept making me lose my voice, so my doctor suggested trying Qvar.

I happen to be out of my Albuterol inhaler until I see my doctor later this week, so I'm experiencing Qvar with no backup system, and I find it to be very ineffective against my asthma. I'm using it twice a day, two puffs each time, as prescribed, and though it doesn't make my asthma worse, it doesn't appear to improve it either. Except for short spurts during the middle of the day, which might just be incidental. Anyway, I'm going to ask my doctor for another alternative to Advair because Qvar's just not working."


"Review is about insertion only. I've never written a review in my whole life but hopefully this can help other women. I just got the skyla inserted about an hour ago. Took 800mg of ibuprofen an hour before. Inserting the speculum wasn't painful just like a routine gyno check. It hurt the most when she clamped my cervix.  It was intense cramps. She measured it then inserted it and it was all done in a matter of 30 seconds. I just laid there for about a minute to let the cramps subside. Overall was not bad at all. Yeah cramps are never comfortable and it feels weird knowing they're in your cervix but it's over so fast. Period cramps last forever. This took 30 seconds. I'll write back in a few months about how I like it so far!"


"Recently given this medicine by my neurosurgeon. I am fused in my neck from C-3 to C-7. I get SEVERE headaches in the back of my neck down in to my shoulders occasionally or daily if my discs are herniating again (have degenerative disc disease).
These help me very much, sometimes it just takes the edge off, then with a second dose I am able to function again. More effective than Oxy and non-drowsy as well. Definitely worth trying."


"I had my first shot on June 7th, to help with the severe heavy bleeding of my period. I started bleeding the next day, and have not stopped. Sometimes it is heavier than other days. The reason this is birth control, is because sex is impossible. I will not be getting a second dose. I hope the bleeding will stop soon. I would not recommend this at all."


"I am sorry to hear of those of you for whom Avonex hasn't worked.  Either I am in a minority or just lucky with how it has helped me,  I have been on Avonex for almost nine years and he first month was a challenge....shivers and aches shortly after my injections.  Ever since, however, it has only been a minor inconvenience.  I take two Advil an hour before my shot and only experience what I call a bit of a "funk" 24 hours later, other than that, it is a breeze, thank goodness!

My biggest challenge was the 1-1/ 4 inch needles so I changed to 1 inch.  Much less daunting!

I have never missed a shot in almost nine years and don't plan to miss one going forward.

Best to all of us MSer's!"


"I wrote a review yesterday, but there is limited type space and wanted to add some things. Like I said, the facial helped avoid the purging phase & I also had derma planning done where they remove facial hair which helps skin absorb products. When I use the Ziana gel at night, I use one drop to cover my whole face. The first two nights I made the mistake of using about 3 drops & it made my face red. Use a washcloth to cleanse/exfoliate-this will help the peeling, drinks tons of water, use Cetaphil lotion 30 min to 1 HR after Ziana application and you should be good to go. It's been one week & my face looks great & is hardly peeling. You can also apply more lotion to the dry areas. I pat in the lotion instead of rub to help with absorption."


"You want to die. Honestly I don't even know why I did this. Just trying to save money so I don't have to pay for a doctors visit. I mistakenly took the 1 day with the idea that hey if it's going to burn at least just for one day but WOW. I AM CRINGING FROM HOW BAD THIS BURNS. I wish I never had lady bits to begin with. This is horrible and I'll never do it again even if it does work."


"I was so excited for the first two months. Two 10mg tabs before bed with my Prozac (which is also supposed to help my migraines) and month three they are back and worse than ever. I take relpax for migraine as needed but cannot take more than  8 a month. I'm already at 11. It's the only thing that helps. I do love the sleep from elavil though, just haven't found help with migraines"


"Day 1, five hours after taking it the only side effect I notice is being very thirsty. Diagnosed 10/2010 with a VL of 184 and CD4 ~1000. 7 years in, my VL is under 3000 CD4 ~700 with never having taken any HIV meds. Genvoya was prescribed for me a few months ago but I have been dragging my feet.  Will update occasionally since it's only day 1 and not much to share yet. Best to you all!"


"Have had problems with social anxiety since I was a teenager and I must say after trying Paxil, Seroquel, Zoloft and Wellbutrin, Paxil is by far the best. Only big catch is don't miss a dose you will have a panic attack."


"Diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder I was very hesitant at the start to try medications and thought I'll battle through with the help of therapy. 3 months later I gave in for medication. Couldn't get through a day without my anxiety being an obstacle. Was prescribed Zoloft for the first time at 25mg. For the first week things were fine just the usual upset stomach and dry mouth nothing I couldn't handle but surprisingly it made me depressed (never was) but anxiety DID settle a little (hence 5/10). Then was pushed up to 50mg... the upset stomach stopped the dry mouth decreased but restlessness and insomnia kicked in including the zombie feeling. This went on for over 2 weeks but had to stop, it was affecting my work. Withdrawal symptoms, depression."


"Been incredibly frustrated with a virus that turned ugly and a strong , intense cough that caused pulled muscles, raw throat and coughing up blood . This drug was prescribed with decongestant,  and antibiotics. I still cough occasionally,  but this is a huge improvement from the intense non stop barking cough, and gave my chest a chance to heal."


"I had Heptatitis C 1A at a level 2.  I was not experiencing many effects except becoming fatigued occasionally . I had limited side effect of being somewhat tired and forgetfulness during my work.  It was not extreme. I am very happy to be cured."


"I started taking Saxcenda 4/1/16. It has only been about 3 days and my starting weight is 240. So far at 0.6 mg, I have no side effects at all. The big difference is noticing that I have no appetite for food at all and no cravings for anything! Forget about 3 meals a day, I am thinking about maybe only doing one or very little at each meal. I can understand why my appetite is suppressed because the drug is supposed to play games with your brain, well I guess it is working just fine. I have to start incorporating the treadmill in with this injection along with the low calorie diet. I hope I still feel this good when I start bumping up the doses in the coming weeks, we shall see. My insurance covers this drug with a 10 copay and 10for needles"


"I was on Zoloft for about 3 years when I was a teenager. It tremendously helped my depression. There were side effects however. My doctor told me that it metabolized slowly and takes a few weeks to notice results.. so in my ignorance, I thought that that's how long it takes the body to metabolize the stuff. For at least a year there would frequently be times where I'd forget to take my pill in the morning.. sometimes for a few days in a row. So when I remembered that I should take it, I would take 2,3, or even 4 of them to make up for days where I skipped. Like I said, this is only due to my own stupidity. I would end up being awake ALL night long.. completely stung out and not knowing why. I developed Insomnia and pretty much went crazy."


"This medication was prescribed to me for my anxiety (pretty extreme), panic attacks, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia. It does a really good job of quieting my mind so my active commentary is pretty much gone, but I do have moments where I go numb and moments where I kind of "come to" while I'm awake. I am still adjusting to the medication though, but I am very hopeful."


"I've been taken Chateal for 7 months now. It's been effective the whole time I've been on it but it's been a horrible experience overall. It did not help with my period in any way. My periods are still the same length, they're heavier and my cramps are worse. Acne never played a part in this as a side effect since I've never had a problem with acne. Taking Chateal literally made me feel insane. I have never in my life felt so sad and angry and depressed for no reason. I used to only cry getting close to my period and now I cry all the time the whole month about anything. I constantly felt depressed without a way out because I couldn't figure out why I felt this way. No one should have to feel this way."


"I have been using Implanon for over a year now and I really like it. I only got my period the first month when my body was getting used to it and have not had it since. I have gained about 8 pounds in the last year but I'm not sure if it was from the Implanon. Either way it is not bad.  I like Implanon because I don't have to think about taking it. I used to have the NuvaRing and would even forget the dates for that so it is nice to have a birth control that I can't forget to take."


"I have had restless legs syndrome for many years.  The first medicine I started to take was Klonopin which worked okay, but about 10 years ago I changed to Mirapex. It is such a great medicine for this problem that if I happen to forget to take it, as I do a few times a year, I totally freak out and panic.  Once I was on a trip and realized I'd forgotten this medicine and was in a panic.  Without this medicine my nights would all be a nightmare.  With this drug I have no problems with my legs and no side effects. Thanks to whoever came up with this miracle."


"Have been an on and off smoker for more than 30 years. Just started with the lozenges. They work fantastic. I only take them when I feel a craving coming on. I do not need 1 every 1-2 hours. Definitely give these a try. I had started my commitment the first of the year ... cold turkey. I was really having terrible cravings. I didn't want to fail at this so I purchased the lozenges. They are just enough to keep me from buying that pack of cigarettes. Day 19 ... smoke free and have saved approximately $54.00 so far."


"5th pill in 2 years finally one cycle per month!"


Herpes Simplex, Mucocutaneous/Immunocompetent Host

"I pop one of these, "Valtrex" 1grm and not long after I notice a change in my cold sores.  AND I GET THEM BAD.  ....so bad that I can't eat things like chips, salty things, candy, etc. It's miserable.  If Valtrex didn't exist, I would be in quite a lot of pain and discomfort.   I carry extras in my locker at work in case an outbreak hits again."


"I am a 22 yr old virgin, so I've never experienced child birth and don't want to anytime soon. I just got the Skyla iud inserted today at about 1pm and before getting it inserted I did my research to make sure it was the best and safest option for me. My overall experience with the insertion was not bad to be honest I know everyone has a different pain tolerance and honestly I'm a wimp with pain but if you remember to take ibuprophen before hand and stay calm and positive, the worst part is the part where they measure the size of your uterus to be honest it felt like a piercing pain near my stomach and I felt cramping it lasted for less than a minute and then it was done you may feel light cramping afterwards but honestly it wasn't bad"


"I have had psoriasis for like 5 years. Nothing has worked. I have had it in some spots on my body, my ears, and on my scalp. I used this medicine one time in my ears, and some on my scalp and i saw a HUGE improvement. My ears are pretty much cleared up, and my scalp is on it's way! Best topical I have ever used! I highly recommend it!"


"Lexapro has changed my life. I'm now out of a 2  long year depression, and have no more anxiety, no more ruminations, nothing. I feel at peace with myself, I'm feeling happier about my life every day, and have learned to forgive, love and accept myself as I am. I no longer feel shame or guilt for mistakes or my flaws. I feel incredibly positive and in control of my thoughts and feelings. Everyone will have a different experience, but at last I have found something that has truly changed my life for the better."


"I've struggled with binge eating every since I was in middle school and I'm now 33. Nothing ever worked for me until Vyvanse. The biggest thing for me is that I no longer obsess over food. I would think about food all day long and all night until I managed to fall asleep. I never knew what hunger truly was because I always used food to control my emotions. Vyvanse controls the compulsions and obsessions I once had over food. An added plus is that I've lost 8 pounds in about 3 weeks since I've started taking it. I no longer binge and its the strangest yet most incredible feeling in the world. I would have rated this a 10 but I'm only 3 wks in so hopefully the effects are long lasting."


"Me and my boyfriend had sex WITH a condom but this time the condom broke. He pulls out before ejaculating, even with a condom on because we are scared to death of pregnancy.  I wasn't sure if it got in me, but I wasn't taking any chances. I took the generic Take Action pill but was worried it might not work then got ANOTHER pill, (plan b one step). I took both within 24 hours or the sex (I know this isn't recommended) this was on october 3rd and usually my period comes at the beginning of the month, so i was more afraid that my chances were bigger. I had no side effects so I was scared that it wasn't even working. Today, October 12 I got my period. DON'T WORRY, it will work."


"I have been using sominex for a long time, I asked GP about it and he would rather I take it than prescribing me sleeping tabs, it works well for me, I take it at least an hour before bed, fall asleep easily and can still wake up for the bathroom and go straight back to sleep, feel fine on waking with no after effects, a great over the counter product."


"I've been on Cymbalta for about 4 months and it has greatly helped my ADD.  I'm able to concentrate much better and my mood has improved dramatically. It quietened the negative thoughts in my head and my depression is much better too. Unfortunately, it hasn't helped my Fibromyalgia pain all that much. Just started on Lyrica today... we'll see how that goes."


"I have been treated with Lexapro, Zoloft, Pristiq, Klonopin and lamictal and none were effective. I have been taking Cymbalta for about one week now, and still don't feel any different. I wake up every day feeling 100% anxious and find it extremely hard to get out of bed. It has been this severe for about two months now where I feel totally incapable of living. Doctor said to stay on Cymbalta and see if it changes anything. Feeling hopeful!"


"Works fast. After 2 hours will make your mind clear. Like you are a different person."


"I am young and have been suffering from severe to extreme neck pain resulting in debilitating headaches for as long as I can remember.

I have done every natural therapy known to me including myotherapy, acupuncture, deep tissue massage, Bowen therapy, chiropractic and osteopathy therapy, etc.

The therapy alone was costing me $800 a month plus pain killing medications. I started to believe I was addicted to codeine because I associated it with withdrawal like symptoms.

I then went back to my GP and was told to have X-rays including an MRI after seeing a rheumatologist specialist.

Diagnosed with cervical osteoarthritis and also osteoarthritis in my hip. Last winter I couldn't even put on my undies.

Naprosyn saved me! Simple."


"Wow, a lot of people have had experiences with this. I've used this product once before years ago and it worked fine then. I've never taken any other medication for a YI aside from a 7 day treatment. I switched to a new brand of soap (ULTA brand shower gel) and my vagina wasn't really the same. After using wayyyy too much other scented soap (dumb, I know) I realized I had a problem so I bought the Monistat 7 day. I get a lot of itching shortly after application, but no burning or discomfort. Sometimes it itches through out the day, but it's nothing unbearable. As far as I can tell, everything seems to be working just fine. I don't think I'll ever take a 1 or 3 day application. I'm 27, never had kids, have sex about once a month."


"My 11 year old son was given Keppra due to a dual concussion that lead to seizures in 4/2010. He hated the way it made him feel.  His neurologist put him on extended release Keppra which cause him to loose 30 pounds within a 3 month span.  He was rushed to the hospital due to high sugar - 564 dl.  In ICU, he was given Keppra at night, during his sleep,  his heart rate would slow down to 50 and set off the heart monitors all night. The cardiologist said there was nothing wrong with his heart after running numerous test.  The medication compromised his system, caused Type 1 diabetes and triggered irregular heart beats.  I weened him off Keppra against doctors wishes 10/2010.  He has had no seizures since, but still has Type I, he is 17 yrs ."


"First, I want to say how terribly saddened I am to see the comments from so many women about endometriosis and taking birth control pills to "cure" it. It goes to show how severely inadequate and ignorant our health care system is when it comes to women and this debilitating disease. Birth control does not fix endo. It does not cure it. The ONLY treatment that has a chance of curing endo is expert excision surgery by a skilled surgeon.  Laparoscopy is just a diagnostic tool. Not a treatment. Birth control can help some of the symptoms for some women. But it does nothing to actually fix it. Please ladies, ask questions, research your disease. Most doctors still don't know the basics of endo, which is frightening!"


"After 6 weeks on Doxycycline & Prednisone for pneumonia, I got a mild YI. First usage felt like someone had doused my lady bits in lighter fluid & stuck a grilling match up there. OMG the burning and itching!!!

Treatment 2, same thing. The burn and itch are insane!!! It feels as though Satan himself has taken up residence in my vagina and ripped my vaginal walls out to replace them with fire & brimstone.

NEVER AGAIN!!!"


"Tramadol has been little short of a miracle for me. Was first prescribed in mid-90s for painful back injury. Used it off and on since then when pain flared up. For about the last 4 years, have been taking Tramadol daily, either 50 or 100 mgs. Have never had need, urge or whatever to increase dosage. "


"I was a little weary of trying it out because even after insurance it was $55 for the tiniest bottle ever, but I thought hey if it works then it might be worth it. I've been using it daily and have not noticed a change in the redness of my eyes. It has helped at relieving my eyes from being itchy, but I still notice that my eyes are red and veiny. I would not recommend it, I'm sure you can get another eye drop that works just as mediocre for much less!"


"Very effective. I am recommending it to everyone. First time I took it 12 years ago while having a very bad cold and after 2 days I was okay. Since than we use echinacea as a preventative measure against colds and have not had one cold."


"Just started a week ago.  Was nervous regarding side effects but bit the nerves.  Notice there is no flaking after one week.  Although still itchy hopefully that goes away.  Just felt like I was exhausted faster but want to keep giving it a try.  Tried everything else."


"After suffering from persistent acne for 7 years I asked my gp to refer me to dermatology (after trying everything from my docs). I first went in Oct 2014 and was put on doxycycline. Not sure why as I already tried this from my Gp but the dermatologist was adamant not to put me on roaccutane as I have suffered with depression for years! Had my review 2 week ago and I seen a new dermatologist as the previous one had left (thank god!) she wanted to put me on roaccutane with no hesitations. Had my blood test done 20 minutes later then picked my prescription up the next day :) soooo happy already! I'm already seeing results and I'm just about going into my second week. My face is so much clearer. I would recommend this treatment up to now x"


"Noticed a difference within the first week. I missed one dose and took it the next morning (10mg) and ended up with a migraine that day.  It has been 9 months with only that migraine."


"I've been taking this for almost a month now and I am not happy with it. My breast are always aching, I'm always hungry, and for the life of me I can't stop crying. The smallest things make me cry and I am usually not this emotional. Not only that but I feel sharp stomach cramps. I thought my body had to get used to the pill but I'm coming off now."


"I can not take this medication due to the fact that you use dyes, I am allergic to them and can not take them, yet manufactors seem to think there is no problem with using dyes. Why not use natural materials like beet juice for color, get away from the dyes, they are not healthy for us."


"I have had the Mirena for almost 3 years now.  I had it placed about 6 months after having my daughter and had no pain at all. I did spot for several months and then it almost completely disappeared.  I now go without periods except the occasional spotting (I would estimate this at 3-4 times a year). It has been great. I have not gained weight or had problems with acne.  I do still have the PMS symptoms every 3 to 6 months that last around a week.  Sometimes they are worse that others.  I almost always spot after the PMS symptoms.  I have also gotten 2 ovarian cysts since the placement that lasted several weeks and were painful.  I did not get these, at least not painful ones before the Mirena.  Other than those few things it is a great!"


"Works great. Always eat when taking a narcotic of any sort to prevent stomach ache. My cough went away nicely. I can breathe again."


"I had the implanon about 7 years ago and had it taken out after only a year (not the 3 its allowed).  This was a horrible experience for me. I didn't have a period he entire time, I gained almost 50 lbs, had the worst mood swings, I could feel myself becoming angry/crazy even though often times it was not that serious. Everything made me mad, or made me cry-- just horrible. after having it removed, it took almost 2 and a half years to start my period again and another 2 for it to become regular! when I did first get it, I had a period every 4-5 months. Now that it is a bit regular, I still can not seem to get pregnant. worst decision I ever made was getting the implanon. NEVER AGAIN, nor do I recommend to anyone"


"I'm currently starting my second pack so I can't give a long term review of Mononessa but I still have some pretty important feedback. I'm personally taking Mononessa for contraception but mostly for my very irregular and heavy periods. Within the second almost third week I started bleeding dark brown blood but only a small amount. As the week went by it got heavier and red. I am currently still bleeding and its been 2 weeks which is frustrating since my periods usually last 2 to 3 days. What is really nice about this pill is that my body hair has stopped growing, or least grows very very very slow. It's not spectacular so far but I'll have to leave a review in 6 months to log some more long term progress."


"Alesse was the first birth control pill I tried. Prior to this pill I had Depo Provera (there was about a 3 month gap in between these contraceptives) and it was such an awful experience. I was so scared to try any birth control cause the last one made me feel so incredibly crappy. My nurse told me to try Alesse because it was the lowest dose of hormones (according to her) so I reluctantly tried it. Its been 9 months and I haven't had any problems. Periods are only 3 days and they're extremely light. No depression, no major weight gain (I work out regularly so its hard to know for sure), no complete loss in sex drive, no spotting. Only con to Alesse that both my friend and I agree on is the facial acne. Try Alesse if you need birth control!"


"For the most part I liked the mirena. The only problem I had with it that I see no one mentioning is that I had heavy discharge to the point of having to wear a pantiliner everyday or it looked like I wet myself. On the pill now and the discharge is normal again."


"I was welcoming to a 3 day cure. I was looking forward to getting home, and starting the journey to get rid of the recent issue. It was my first serious yeast infection. I showered. Waited for bed to insert the first application. At 10 I was well now is good as ever. I inserted it. Hard to do because it hurts to actually put in. I'm not sure why, could be it awfully dry. You'd think they'd consider that. But let me TELL you, a discomforting insertion was nothing for the hell I was about to endure. It's a terrible burning sensation. It literally made my legs twinge. It'll fade out and it'll come right back. Fingers crossed it gets the job done with one application because I don't think I can endure another. Good luck to all you ladies!"


"Tramadol is a very good medication for moderately severe pain. For Bad Pain, taking it with an NSAID markedly improves it's effectiveness, as you are now acting systemically on both the inflammation and neurologic components of pain. Taking it with a caffeinated beverage, (such as cola, or coffee, etc), can also help, as can B Complex & Magnesium.  Hot or Cold packs to the affected area (depends if the painful area feels Hot or Cold, one will make it better, the other one makes it worse usually in my experience). Also massage may also help. Acupuncture works synergistically I have found. Note: There are many "Generics" for this Med, Only the original "Brand" & The Mylan Generic really work the same in my experience."


"Did absolutely nothing for my son's acne."


"Been taking paxil for years. Started having hot flashes and they continue,  Paxil has not effect on them."


"It is a great medication I've had no seizures and my back pain is little to none"


"So far I am not impressed.  On the first day I had a dizzy headache, but from the second day on I have had no bad symptoms at all.  That's the good news!  The bad news is I have been on Belviq for 6 days and I have GAINED 1 pound each day I have been using it!!  On the first day I cut down all portions, ate a salad or small cup of soup for lunch and a smaller portion of dinner--yet each morning I have gained a pound.  It is absurd!  I plan to take the full regimen of pills I bought (and what a bill that was!!), but I don't know if I will make it to my next doctor's appointment in 3 months with good news.  I have not been hungry at all, so you'd think the weight would at least stay the same or go down.  Very depressed.. :-("


"I had back pains for three days and unable to sleep comfortably. By the four day I couldn't even take a deep breath. I tried  Salonpas along with back massagers and soaking. Nothing helped! I went to the E.R. urine test revealed elevated white cell .They prescribed me cephalexin 500 mg three times a day. I was in so much discomfort I started the medication immediately!  I felt 100% better the very next day. I have been drinking water and cranberry juice."


"I loved Chantix the first time that I used it!  I told everyone how wonderful this drug was.  Unfortunatley, I started smoking again and decided to use the Chantix again.  Shortly after starting the Chantix, I experienced my first migraine.  It was so scary because it had neurological side effects as well. My vision was blurry and my left arm went numb.  I stopped the Chantix and called my family doctor.  She did a neuro exam on me and everything was okay.  I had an MRI which was negative.  I decided to try the Chantix again after not having another migraine.  Guess what.....my second migraine happened.  I was shocked since I had taken the drug before with no problems but now I am convinced that it was the Chantix that caused this."


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


"I am 37 years old and was finally diagnosed with Adult ADHD almost 2 years ago so I was put on 20 mg Adderal XR and it worked great. But I did start to notice that I would get pretty irritable on it mostly when it was wearing off. So I wanted to try a different medication to see if there was one I wasn't so grumpy on. So I started Metadate CD and I was not irritable on that one at all :) But it seemed to wear off within 4 hours and made me soo tired. So now I am on Aptensio and it has been pretty good so far I have only been on it for about a week and it really does last a long time and I am able to stay focused. I don't feel a crash like Adderal. I would just recommend taking it early in the morning so it can wear off before you go to bed."


"You need to check your hormones with blood work to make sure they are all level. After using depo tesoesterone for a while.you will start feeling side effects you never got before. Also you might have to donate your blood testosterone will give you a high red blood cell count which it's not good. When you notice your test shots are not giving you the most like it used to you have high estrogen levels and prolactin levels too. you will need to take arimidex to bring it down. You will know when it's time the side effects are terrible. vitamin D is recommended while taking depo testerone it's a must."


"My daughter started taking this medication because she was having urinary incontinence and over active bladder symptoms during the day time. She wouldn't know when she had to use the restroom (couldn't feel the urge or full bladder feeling when she had to pee and would wet herself). Very embarrassing for a pre-teen girl! Once she was taking this medication (5mL once a day) it seemed to help her greatly, no more accidents. Then Dr said we could start weening her down on her dose, and even skipping a day in between if my daughter felt comfortable with doing so. Accidents came back on every single "weening" regime. Side effect for our daughter (now 12yrs old) is she has memory loss on this medicine, to the point that this medicine is just not worth it."


"I have been taking Synthroid for about eight years now.  I have tried the generic Levoxothyrine and it makes shaky all over even at the same dosage.  My history has been going from hyperthyroid, caused by thyroiditis, to hypothyroid afterwards.  I take my dose religiously every morning 1 hour before breakfast.  Even in light of this I seem to have great fluctuations in my levels.  I assume this is more a physiological problem than that of the medication.  When we get it leveled out, I feel well."


"I think xanax really helps me with my panic attacks and anxiety, and would recommend it for anyone with similar issues."


"I've taken Cataflam for over 10 years now. I make it a point to take it on the first day of my period and I never feel any cramps or pains. I do have a pretty bad dysmenorrhea. Cataflam's great and makes my period so bearable."


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

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"I had this injection earlier today; it was no more uncomfortable than the annual flu shot that I always get - just a slight stick.  I have no redness or irritation at the injection site, and I am experiencing no side effects whatsoever.  I've had the 'other' (PPSV23 pneumonia shot and with it I did have redness and soreness around the injection site, but it went away after a few days.  I've had pneumonia about 10 years ago, and I don't ever want to go through that again.  The pneumonia vaccinations are the way if you are 'at risk', as I am."


"Very effective in the purpose. My weight gain since the implant (April 2015) until now which is 6 months later is almost 20 pounds. I like not having cycles and painful cramps. But the weight gain I could not take. Just had it removed yesterday so I can work on getting the weight back off.  Good luck to all that have the implant."


"In a waitress and have osteoarthritis on my knee and moderate foot pain due to over use on days l work. I love this stuff and call it my magic gel. It doesn't take the pain 100% away but it reduces it to a low enough level that I can sleep. Without it I am up for hours twitching and wiggling trying to find comfort after s a long dayday. The scent is mild after a few minutes, and so is my pain level. After a particularly painful day I may apply twice. I don't need this every day so a tube will last me several months, at $30 each tube it does add up but since I don't need it nightly I manage the expense."


"Efficacy never in doubt with this fast acting benzodiazapine. Alprazolam works on the neuro-transmitter GABA to induce calming effects. It is useful to many patients who try it and is preferred over similar medications because of its relative safety. Regardless of how it is used, it is very potent and may be habit forming. A typical dose for a recreational user or someone addicted to this drug may be many times what would be considered safe. If taking Xanax more than 4 mg per day then slowly taper."


"Most of the negative reviews on this pill didn't give it enough time to get used to. You have to remember that you're causing a disruption in your bodies hormonal cycle, and that's going to cause slight discomfort on any pill. ALSO birth control pills are different for everyone. Bad reviews doesn't mean that this pill won't be a perfect match for you. The first three months of this birth control were a little rough, mood swings and heavy periods. BUT by the fourth month I stopped having periods altogether. I now haven't had a period for almost a year and experience no complications. My sex drive is normal , and I have gained no weight."


"I don't know about others, but this is a god send to me.  I have very, very bad asthma. Walking up a few stairs can wind me, as can walks (which I love doing), and exercising is extremely difficult. The pains from asthma problems can hurt quite a bit. I got on Advair and my dependency on my albuterol inhaler dropped from 2-3  times a day to maybe once a week.  I was off of it for years because of insurance companies dropping it, and then not having insurance.  I'm back on it now (after Primatene mist went off the market), and I'm doing great again.  It hasn't kicked in to effect fully, but I can already feel its effects.  The side effects can be bad for some people, but I'm a testament to how awesome it is."


"Getting nexplanon means getting stabbed in the arm. It hurts a bit but better than getting a metal spring stuck in your uterus I say. I have been period free since day 1. That's right, no period. I also have not gained any weight, and have had no issues with acne. The thing lasts three years. THREE YEARS! I am worry free, side effect free, and baby free. What more can you ask for?"


"I had this Euflexxa injection back in 2015, and it work excellence for me, haven't has to do any injection in my knees since. No swelling nor fluid since, yes I have recommended this injection to several of my friends, because it work for me."


"I am really glad that this product is working well for some women, I wish I were one of them. I had Mirena placed at my 7 week check up after my second son and everything seemed fine at first, I spotted the first 6 mos like the nurse said I would, she said my periods may even go away. They are worse than ever, no cramping but heavy bleeding for more than a week, every month! I have no sex drive and my weight has plateaued! I've been up and down 5lbs since I got it in. My PMS has been horrific, mood swings, depression. The worst part is I never even considered that it was the Mirena until I started reading reviews. Thank you to those who have posted good and bad! My yearly appointment is next week and I can't wait to get this out!"


"This medicine and I did not mix. I was really sick the whole time I took the medicine. I swelled up on my hands, feet and ankles. I was nauseous, extremely weak, my extremities were either numb, burning or painful. I heard my heartbeat constantly in my ears and had this awful crawling pain up my the back of my neck, itched, sweated and froze constantly, stuffy nose and so much more that I actual could not sleep. No, this is not a medication for all people. Dose changes did not help since the low dose promoted the majority of my ill effects. This medicine does well for some but, do speak up if you do not feel well on the medication."


"38 year old femaie, working mom and wife, 3 year old son, years of depression and anxiety augmented by C-section/spinal surgeries beginning 2006.

Lexapro - Prozac - Wellbutrin -- all failed. Pristiq broke through the darkness ... but after a very rough period of uptake. Took three weeks -- almost to the day -- to achieve a positive impact. Continued Wellbutrin with Pristiq 50 mg 1xday morning dose. Also Suboxone for opioid dependence management 8 mg daily.

I used to have suicidal thoughts, anxiety, sweating, fatigue, inability to focus or concentrate ... THEN one morning things were different, I felt better, I felt like me again! Pristiq works, but buckle your seat belt while it gets into your system."


"I have been on this birth control for one year exactly and I mainly went on this for my skin but I didn't notice anything different with my acne when I was on it compared to when I didn't take birth control. The only thing I can say was that around the time I got my period, my face was the clearest it ever was and then as soon as my period stopped, I began to breakout again. I think with this birth control I did gain weight, probably around 15-20 pounds. It also made me very moody. I never got so upset/mad as easily as I did when I was on this. I felt like an emotional wreck at times because I would get mad so easily and I hated it. I decided that this birth control, while effective for preventing pregnancies, was not for me."


"I experienced a LOT of breakthrough bleeding in the beginning.I also experienced mood swings. The breakthrough bleeding has stopped and my mood is better now. I have experienced no weight gain.I've actually lost 10 lbs but I am trying to lose weight. My boobs got a little fuller. I had a little bit of acne at first but nothing terrible, I just rarely get breakouts. Periods are a little lighter, a little less painful but last about 6-7 days. Sex drive has plummeted."


"After being diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy 6 years ago, I have tried many different types of drug and other therapies to ease the burning, tingling chronic pain that I have. Neurontin seems to work the best for me. I take Neurontin in order to manage my pain. However, if I have an especially painful episode, an extra dose goes to work quickly - within 30 minutes or so.  The one draw back for me is the it causes me to gain weight. 5 lbs the first month, and within 6 months approximately 10 lbs total gain. I know that is a side effect for me, because I have been on and off Neurontin 3 times in the past 6 years and have had this same side effect.  I am currently taking Neurontin and will continue to do so because of its effectiveness."


"I had tried other medicine for HIV and they worked but they also made me sick and depressed. I stopped taking them. Genvoya is the best! After I started taking it I got a night sweat here and there but that was about it. My viral load went from 123,000 copies to 122 in a month's time. Cd4 went from 173 to 364. Genvoya is not for everybody but if your doctor recommends it, get it!"


"It was pretty good overall.  It did make me feel very lethargic, I was very content to sit on the couch and stare at the wall or watch mindless tv."


"I've been on Reclipsen for about a month now. This is my first oral contraceptive. I love this birth control. I used to have SEVERE cystic acne but this stuff keeps my skin so clear. Another thing I love about Reclipsen is that is levels out my mood and I don't have mood swings like I used to. Also I've noticed since switching I've been in the "mood" way more. I did gain 5 pounds but no complaints here! I am very thin and the weight has filled out my body! My breasts are so much perkier and larger, which is a plus for me! I also think this made my hair grow. I've had a sudden growth in my hair and I have done nothing different to it. Only downside is it causes me to lightly bleed."


"This is the BEST antibiotic on the market. I have taken it several times and I love it.. Works fast with NO side effects..... Love it"


"To bad people have to abuse medication that other people need. This pill seems to reduce pain better than any other with less side effects."


"I recently did the Suprep in preparation
for a colonoscopy. I read all the reviews and
Was so nervous about taking Suprep.
It tasted so much better than my past preps,
Golightly and Movi Prep. The taste was not bad at all and it was so much better than
Ingesting Golightly.

It was suggested on this forum to taste a banana popsicle in between gulps with a straw  and that worked well.
I would recommend this prep. The Doctor’s Office said I had to mix the SuPrep with water."


"I am a 23 year old male suffering from occasional (about once a month) migraine attacks which are often accompanied with uncontrollable vomiting. My neurologist prescribed me this medicine saying that it is the most advanced one currently available and made specifically for migraines. Unfortunately, after taking the medicine several times during various attacks, It had about as much effect as an Aspirin and it stop the pain or the nausea.

My mother, who suffers from more often and severe migraines then I do, got prescribed the same medicine, but it didn't help her either. I ended up switching to Ketoprofen based painkillers which have been most effective for me, but don't work during the worst attacks."


"Halcion has been very effective for me.  The only problem I have noticed is if I eat late the medicine is not effective.  I take Halcion with trazodone and never had
to increase dosage on either medicine. I have been using this combination for 5 or 6 years. My insomnia was a result of menopause."


"I have been on Topamax for a little over a year now to treat severe migraines.  I started from 25 mg and slowly went up to 150mg.  I used to get 3-4 migraines a week and now they are down to maybe once a month, if that.  For that it has been a life saver, but there are a few side effects. The tingling in the hands and feet went away completely after a few weeks on the final dose. but the mental fog is a side effect that stayed.  I still have trouble concentrating and remembering things, especially details & sometimes have trouble finishing a sentence. I am a student and I use to get A's all the time and now I can study for hours and will not get anything higher then B.  To me this is a price to pay for being migraine free."


"Works well for moderate pain, works in 30 minutes or so."


"This medicine allow me to be less paranoid and this helps me by eliminating all my hard feelings about my life. The only side effect that I am getting from this medicine is oculogyric crisis."


"Champix absolutely worked for me. After the first 7 days on pills,  quit and now has been 3 weeks with no cigarettes.  Do not crave it, think about it fleetingly about once a week can think about something else and forget about cigarettes so easily. Don't know if it works this way for everyone, but it absolutely worked for me!"


"I was on the depo for 5 year an it worked wonders with no periods side effects etc i came off 2 year ago to have my lil girl and went back on to it 8 weeks after giving birth and never again would i recomend it i had my lil girl and depo injection in 2013 its now 2015 an iv been bleeding the whole time since"


"An absolute 10! I use to have the most awkward, painful and random pain when urinating. I could never commit to anything because I never knew if it would happen. Finally I noticed really really hot water helps and alleviates the pain so I actually carried a little campers thing with me. About a year ago, well 2 years ago, I met with this Urologist, probably the 12th for that year. He told me about Elmiron. It is expensive, but if you take it everyday I haven't had the problem since."


"Prescribed Macrobid after misdiagnosis. 2nd day, I was yellow, vomiting, dizzy, weak. Hospitalised at hospital emergencies. Took doctors one week to confirm Macrobid was the reason for my liver failure. Almost lost my life."


"So after having my son in 2012 I decided to go on the depo. No one bothered to tell my it would kill my calcium levels. That my hair and teeth would start to fall out. And that after going off the depo not only would I bleed for 55 days after going off of it but that every month after, I'd have excruciating cramps severe hip and pelvic pain. And have to change my pad/tampon every hour or else I'd be sitting in my own blood. Its not been a year since going off of it and NOTHING is any better."


"A few years ago I would have given this medicine a 10 but lately for me it has not been as effective as it used to be.  I got a breakout a few days ago and treated it with a Valtrex 1 day cycle.  Today I broke out with another cold sore even though I just took the medicine.  This has happened before too.  I will do another cycle but I don't know if it will help.  I will say that the sores are smaller when I take Valtrex but still last about 7 days.  Supposedly you cannot build a tolerance to this medicine but I seem to have."


"I have suffered with major depression my whole adult life. Have been on several types of antidepressants all of which left me feeling like a zombie. The first time I took Effexor I noticed a major swing in my moods it has been a total saviour for me. Two weeks ago I was in bad shape, today a week of Effexor I feel on top of the world . This medication with the help of family friends and councilor had without a doubt totally turned my life around now everything in my life is happy and positive. Without this medication my future would've been bleak to say the least."


"I started taking 30 mg once a day of Cymbalta 4 weeks ago for Fibromyalgia and what a huge difference it has made for me. At the suggestion of my pharmacist, I take it in the morning after eating breakfast (helps prevent nausea) and I am more alert, aware, awake, able to function with less pain and fibro-fog and I'm now sleeping better at night. I still wake up at 2-3 am but am able to fall back to sleep within a short time. On its own it has not taken the pain fully away but on most days it has brought it down to a level that is manageable with other techniques for dealing with pain (capsaicin rubs, Epsom salt baths, Tylenol, electric heating blanket). It has decreased my appetite and for me that's another plus!"


"I really like this pill. At first I noticed my skin become more oily, but then that went away. I have had no other problems so far and it works really well for me. My skin has actually cleared up more. I have not gained weight and my periods are now regular and lighter. But what might work on me might now work on others."


"Have suffered from eczema all over face, neck, upper body. Nothing worked, and I had to moisturize every 15-30 mins throughout the day.  2 yrs ago, I stopped using topical steroids and had a serious rebound effect of worsening eczema.  Since then, it's been manageable, but has never improved. I've tried changing my diet, going organic, different moisturizers, bleach baths, Bactroban, etc. It was hard to get the prescription as this is a product that not many Drs are familiar with. In 2 weeks, I almost finished the 90g tube, but my skin improved so much! My face is baby-smooth. I could go for  8 hrs without moisturizer! I finally have hope again. It still itches, but the skin quality has drastically improved. No side effects. And no more steroids!"


"Hello, I was diagnosed with narcolepsy when I was 12 years old but it was discovered during a sleep study in 2010 out at  hospital in denver colorado.  I was told I had probably had the disorder my whole life. I am 18 years old now and struggle with this disorder everyday. Provigil has helped quite a bit but does have some cons. The lack of appetite will happen anytime you go off the medicine for even a period of 4 days then go back on it. I also have built up a tolerance to the 200mg so it has started to wear off about 4 hours after taking it and is a very hard medicine to get the dosage upped on. Insurance co will fight you the whole way. Also lost a substantial amount of weight when I first started the med."


"My experience with birth control in general is crappy. With depo and nexplanon I bled everyday for six months each, among many other side effects! They ruined my sex drive (so has Skyla). The IUD is my last shot.

I continued to bleed daily with no cramps for the first few months. My period are becoming more normal, but I'm experiencing much worse cramping than my periods before it! The pain has left me unable to work, and it comes and goes like contractions in childbirth do. I have to do breathing exercises to get through it because painkillers like ibuprofen do nothing!

The pain is like when I had it inserted. I was warned I may have "slight" cramping, when I had severe cramping for 17 straight hours! It only stopped when I went to sleep."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I had no problem drinking Suprep when I took the first dose at 5pm 2 days ago, and I did not have any nausea or extreme cramping. It did work to clean my bowel, however within minutes, my heart started to beat very forcefully and in an irregular manner, I started shaking uncontrollably and I was struck by a sudden extremely painful migraine. My blood pressure rose to 211/108 and I ended up in the emergency room. This would have been my 3rd colonoscopy over the years and I never experienced something like this before. It was the first time using Suprep. It has been 2 days now since I drank it, and I still have a migraine. Beware of the side effects, you might be better off with the previously prescribed gallon of laxative !"


"I have taken Yaz a little bit more than a month. I got bad chest pain every night and it hurt when I was breathing. This side effect was unacceptable so I decided to stop it after I talked about it to my gynecologist. I also have discovered that I am very sensitive to hormones so the dosage was too high for me."


"After taking one pill within a half hour I was erect and hard, had sex and could keep going to her surprise. Deciding to continue to fool around, I found it easy to become erect when aroused by her, and this continued all day into the night and into the next day. I was very happy with the results. Again that is after taking one pill not half."


"I'm 22. Had been suffering with depression and a little social anxiety since I was about 12. I finally mustered up the courage to talk to a doctor and he prescribed me Prozac. I have been on it a month now and I'm doing a whole lot better with the depression but not so much my anxiety. The first 2-3 days were the worst I have had in a long time. But after those I started feeling great. It makes me drowsy and I'm able to have sex normally but I can never finish."


"I've had the implant since January. I love it. It works well against pregnancy. I barely have periods , every now & again I'll have one but not every month. Only problem I have is the weight I've gained."


"I have been on savella for 5 months now and it really does work. It doesn't make you pain free but it has helped me 75% from where I was. It didn't work that well for me at first. It took about 8 weeks then I started felling a real difference. The worst side effect is the sweating. The others I had is gone. I am going to try a natural herb for that. I take a good multivitamin and b-12 complex which helps me with the fatigue. I have had chronic pain from fibromyalgia for almost 10 years. Took all the medicines. Like others said your whole life changes. You hurt all the time can't get out of bed for days at a time. Try it for awhile, give it a change."


"Hives after taking for 5 days, otherwise worked well at relieving pain"


"Milk Of Magnesia is great. The only complaint for me was that the dose of 1 cup didn't work within 6 hours as advertised. It took about 10 hours instead. As time went by I had forgotten I took it; I went to a party and of course it started working there. To be predictable (2-3 hours) I have to take about 3-4 cups. The only problem with that is that you keep going once it starts working, even the following morning. However, it's very gentle, no cramps. When I need it I just plan on being home. It's the best."


"I have been on Chatael for 12 months now. I did have mood swings and did cry a lot the first week I was on the pill just because my body was getting used to it. By the second week I was perfectly fine. I did not gain weight and my skin has been perfectly normal. My periods are light to normal and last only 3-4 days and come like clock work. I got it from planned parenthood and the only reason I'm switching (to Levora) is because at planned parenthood it did cost 27$ for each pack. Overall very happy with it and I'm hoping Levora works just as well for me and doesn't give me bad side effects or I'll definitely switch back."


"Ovide is the best thing ever! 4 years ago and after a crash course in head lice the Dr prescribed RID. After 4 months, countless hours combing, washing clothes and $500 later to treat 4 children and the sprays for furniture, every week these roaches kept coming back (this amount don't include the extra expense that we incurred replacing clothes that finished in the garbage can after being washed in hot water). Finally I went back to see my children's Dr. and she prescribed Ovide. After the first treatment, no more head lice! 3 months ago my son got them again and off course my choice was Ovide hands down! Don't waste money on other products."


"I have suffered with constipation and ibs for awhile now, and I found out about Metamucil. I purchased the capsules for convenience.I have been using it for 2 days and can tell a massive difference. I have not been bloated at all, which means I have more energy. I used to spend 20-30 mins in the bathroom, now I spend a few mins, a lot easier now. I only use 4 tablets per day, and working well.I would recommend to people with constipation or those who suffer from bloating and abdominal pain due to ibs. I will repurchase!"


"I felt the life was worthless, close to suicidal. I tried different medicines, without any result. The Wellbutrin changed my life. I have been using it for 2 years. In the beginning 150mg made a big change. After some time I used 300mg. Now I have stabilized in a pretty good mood and energy with only "filling up" with Wellbutrin two or three times a week. No side effects. Try it, it is nothing to lose."


"I was suffering from being a slave to my negative thoughts, making assumptions about my relationship that my partner was cheating on me or having a secret life, constantly being controlling over where things go in the house, how things should be, really severe mood swings and ridiculous anger which I would ignite a lot of arguments and have the urge to get physical and just completely lose it and not think rationally. My marriage was on the verge of failure due to my negative actions and my husband was at his breaking point. My doc prescribed me 50mg of Zoloft and I finally started it, I'm on week 2 and I feel incredibly calm, content and full of life again. I feel like I can handle situation in a positive manner."


"Since my first year of college, I started breaking out badly. I would get so frustrated that I would pop my pimples, and so I would get countless acne scars. After three years of adult acne, I decided to finally go to the dermatologist. She recommended me Epiduo. At first, it really dried out my skin, especially around my nose. However, after a week or so, the over-drying of my skin subsided. I would actually wake up with really oily skin, and I still do (but that could be from a lot of different things with my skin). After using it every night for three months now, my skin has changed dramatically. The only reason I didn't give this gel a 10/10 is because my skin isn't perfect, but whose is?"


"Second month update...I lost 8lbs this month. I was hoping for more but I have not been able to get up to go to the gym due to insomnia.  I am a morning workout person (before work). I have no problem falling asleep but usually wake up after only 3 hrs and then I cannot fall back asleep until right before it is time to get up. As exhausted as I am my next dose of phentermine gets me through the day but it has become a vicious cycle.  Today I skipped phentermine for the first time as my body needs sleep and I plan to resume tommorow.

Another side  effect I have experienced is constipation but a stool softener took care of that for me.

Overall phentermine has been very helpful . I have been alternating my calorie consumption ."


"I had zero side effects and it was easy to take.  While the symptoms relaxed a bit, they never went away and came back just as they were before.  Gyn (GP prescribed) told me that this is because the antibiotics I took wiped everything out and that I needed stronger topical medicines.  "


"I started Saxenda with the trial box on July 20th. My first t week I lost 8 pounds. My insurance covered me for the full dosage. I'm now less than a month in and I'm down from 260 to 245. I get full very quickly and have slight nausea some days. Dry mouth is my major issue. I no longer feel the need to snack or crave junk food. I can say I'm happy with my results so far. Remember everyone is different and body reacts to things differently. Don't get discouraged it will pay off."


"took it after baby was born in September 2015 felt normal again in December so I decided to get off. Felt fine until about a week ago in April. 2nd day on it. Makes u feel jittery and crazier for a few days but I know it will get better if I stay on it. definitely recommend not being alone first week u are on it and make sure u have some help!!!"


"Took Topamax for headache prevention. Made me so sleepy I was sleeping through my 11 am classes, then coming back from class and sleeping through lunch and dinner. I did lose 20 pounds due to sleeping through meals and the extreme anxiety caused by Topamax, but the second I stopped, I gained it right back. I have been off of it for months but am reviewing today because I am still getting the "pins and needles" feeling in my hands, even about 9 months after quitting cold turkey. I hated my experience with Topamax, it negatively affected my grades and did not improve my headaches."


"Extremely effective.  But now a major inconvenience and expense as have to have a doctor visit monthly to obtain prescription"


"I find when I do take Percocet for my back problems they really help. Stop taking them when I'm not in pain was an issue also. For the withdrawal I would take a few tylenol #2 or #3. Really helped. After a week it was all good and not much withdrawal at all."


"I used restasis for several years and it worked.  My insurance stopped covering it which forced me to switch to xiidra which they do cover.  Xiidra doesn't work well and is very gooey.  Makes my vision blurry for up to an hour and irritates my sinuses due to the viscouness.   I think it's a placebo and a marketing scam.   Does not work well.  Insurance should stop practicing medicine."


"Relief without the overwhelming fatigue and nausea some medicines give me. Loved it! Consider it part of my miracle."


"I had anxiety so bad from work I felt like I was going to have a heart attack. I didn't take it until I got home from work because it made me sleep. I was on it for 6 weeks and I noticed I had an addiction to it. I was hurrying home after work to take it (no, really doctor, I can stop it any time I want to). My doctor said to stop taking it. I was awake for 3 days but I did it. I know now that I needed to reduce it a little at a time because I had been taking a high dose for a while. It's a life saver for bad anxiety, just watch the dosage and be careful about how long you are taking it. If you keep those 2 things in mind it's the best anti-anxiety medicine."


"I have been on this for 3 weeks and I had nausea and diarrhea on the second days of the injection.
I have a dull pain in my lower left abdomen. My sugar levels have gone down but it wears off towards the end of the week."


"My doctor prescribed 10 mcg vagifem,then another doctor after hearing my complaints of leg cramp and other vague problems told me to stop using it.

But there is nothing out there which works for me,Premarin cream is not for me,combipatch I gave up long ago,so 10 mcg vagifem seems to be my only option.

all the other non hormone lubrications do not work.

So if you are taking it,watch closely for side effects,10mcg is the lowest dosage,25 mcg is not allowed by FDA in USA."


"I had a very bad migraine today, and the butalbital only took away the aura and a small amount of the pain.  I drove in pain 20 minutes to UW Health Immediate Care which was the closest clinic.  The doctor saw me and decided to give me a shot of Toradol.  I received the shot in the left hip.  It hurt for a minute or two, but my migraine was much better in 15 minutes, had no side effects, and vitals post shot were fine.  This is a great in emergancy situations."


"my mother was taking this drug at 10% with her nebulizer treatment of 3ml albuterol bronchodilator and it was working well. But now hospice has sent the 20% for her to use and it is NOT breaking up the mucus as well. They say that the drug is on backorder for the 10% and she is suffering by what seems to be by using the 20%. I was told by a pulminologist that it must be diluted with a bronchodilator  which is the albuterol but in switching to the 20% I'm not sure what the mixture should be."


"The taste is awful and does last for hours . I was also given the sample without prior knowledge that I should not be driving after use. I feel so out of it , drowsy, slight nausea. I'm still waiting for my insurance to let me know if this medication is covered and how much it will be even after the coupon card . At this point its not worth purchasing . Haven't noticed any positive change either in my sense of smell or nasal breathing ability."


"I started buspirone two days ago.  I have diagnosed social anxiety and I think I have GAD as well. I felt a difference right away and a positive one.  Its like I had my hand in an electric socket and was able to let go. Like sitting still in an old car with a running motor and being able to finally switch off the engine. The constant fear, worry, stress is very much reduced. The side effects I have is nausea, dizziness and a mild headache. They start 10 minutes after you take the pill and go on for about an hour. Not sure if they are permanent or not. But for now I really feel I need buspirone to get a grip over my anxiety.  I am not any more terrified of my boss at work or feel general dread!"


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"Of all the SSRI's, Lexapro works best for my OCD at 30mg/day.  I take Wellbutrin SR 100mg 3x day to combat high-dose sexual dysfunction.  70% reduction in symptoms."


"I'm 26 and I switched from a combination pill to Nora be and I hated it. I was on it for 7 months and at first it was ok for the first 2 months then I started having 2 or 3 periods in one month for 7 days At a time. I have had extreme mood swings,depression, and major weight gain. I don't use scales because they are discouraging but if I had to guess I would say I've gained 15 to 20 pounds if not more. I eat healthy and exercise at least 2 to 3 times a week. I have decided to try out a diaphragm. I'm done with hormones. Ladies these hormones are no good for us. Even though they are effective for birth control its not worth emotional and physical distress. My advice try a non-hormonal method."


"I was first put on this med in 1995 to deal with my OCD which manifests itself in compulsive negative thought and inability to overcome negativity, as well as occasional wishing I would die and suicidal thoughts (never acted upon).

Due to frequent professionally-caused moves around the world, periodically Luvox was unavailable to me, so I was placed on alternatives such as Zoloft and others, all of which had heavy side effects.

The best thing for me about Luvox was my ability to cope, no sexual side effects, and also the ability to still feel, all of which other drugs (especially Zoloft) prevented, leaving me feeling like a zombie. Luvox let me be me without my OCD and generally with it, I am a happier, more positive and creative person."


"I went yesterday to have the Skyla inserted by recommendation of my gynecologist and my Mother. I was looking for a much lower hormone dosage option, after coming off the depo shot. I was told to take 600 mg ibuprofen beforehand. The insertion and cramps afterwards were some of the worst pain I have experienced! The insertion took only 1-2 minutes, but my cervix had to be dilated with a metal instrument and it was painful! I could literally feel the Skyla being opened in my uterus, it was a VERY uncomfortable and deep pressure. Afterwards I quickly felt very intense period cramps, which lasted 3-4 hours. Today I feel much better, but I am still experiencing slight cramping. Hopefully there will be no pain in the following days!"


"I’m coming close to the end of my birth control. 4 months left & I would get it again. Me and my mom both tried it. She was either always on her period or spotting & she developed alopecia. But for me in year one I didn’t have my period for months. Year 2 my period came every 2 week then off two mths plus weight gain. Year 3 normal period & weight loss. I’ve experienced some depression & mood swing throughout

But overall I love it even with the side effects. It’s expected to have side effects. These bc are producing fake estrogen hormones to keep us from getting pregnant"


"I just was put back onto Wellbutrin after attempting 3 other antidepressants.  It was only after being off it that I realized how good it worked for me. I was taken off of it because it caused me to have some issues with irritability and according to my family- short tempered.  I was put on Cymbalta, but I enjoy a drink or 2 a day with my wife (Cymbalta and alcohol will destroy your liver- very well documented).  Zoloft made me feel completely despondent, and I felt life was no longer worth living, not to mention made me not even remotely think of sex.  When I was put back on Wellbutrin, I felt like life WAS worth living, and I feel happier and euphoric.  Now I take Lamictal with Wellbutrin 150 mg in the morning.  Avoid the XR- causes insomnia."