"My doctors would always give me amoxicillin.  It never did anything.  I use to have a bad bronchitis every winter.  I had one that lasted months.  My sputum turned deep brown, my middle ears were so infected I could barely hear.  And I was not a smoker then.  I called my ENT office off hours.  I got another doctor on the call.  He was older and very thorough in trying to diagnose over the phone.  He said lets try a real old drug.  It was Sulfa not the combo Bactrim.  He called the pharmacy.  A friend picked it up.  the pil was huge.  I broke it in three pieces to get down with lots of water. Tthe next day was like a miracle, I felt so much better.

It seems Sulfa is all around gold standard antibiotic for me for any infection"


"I've been on Sertraline since march 8, I experienced horrible side effects including severe panic attacks and chronic anxiety the first couple of weeks. Right now it seem's to have stabilised my mood and functioning. I'm no longer lying and bed and feeling like i'm dying lol.

I'm going to continue taking this medication :-)."


"End of week 4 and mild side effects like fatigue and stomach cramps. Diarrhea subsided also, I feel pretty good but couple days out the week it feels like my heart is beating slow and I feel light headed, nauseous, headache and whole body ache."


"I have had mirena for 2 years now, and I can say that its the best birth control. I had minor cramping and bleeding when it was implanted. Nothing major. I love knowing its in there and I don't have to remember to take anything. I have no periods, maybe one really light one every 8 months, I do have breast tenderness and sometimes minor cramps. I plan on having one more child within two years which I will get it taken out. It was a one time cost and nothing monthly. My insurance did cover it so I only paid 35$ co-pay. But I would have paid the full price for sure. Hope this helps!!"


"I have a history of cluster migraines and occasionally have to make a trip to the ER when they become severe. The Reglan and Toradol combination gives me 100% relief, but learned the hard way, I need Benadryl intravenously or I'll suffer what some of you have reported (anxiousness, pacing, crawling skin, inability to fall asleep,  feeling wired). Suffering from the migraine is horrible enough, you don't want the ugly side effects, ask for Benadryl and this should also help you sleep. "


"I got Tri Sprintec as a birth control but I should have gone on it a long time ago to regulate periods. I love being able to predict when I'll start bleeding and I love that it has shortened my periods (Now it is six days).
I had been on doxycycline for acne but it conflicted with the pill so I stopped. The first month of Tri Sprintec I was worried because I didn't stop bleeding. After the first month though, I've had no problems and no irregular bleeding. I've been on it for half a year."


"This is a miracle pill.  Migraines used to ruin my life. I couldnt go out with friends or enjoy life.  I would be out of work.  I take this pill and within 45 minutes I am feeling great.  I even get this feeling of euphoria.  I'm just thrilled my pain is over!  I never have a side effect with this medication other than being a little sleepy which I definitely don't mind at all.  I have taken many other migraine pills and this by far has the least side effects and works the best.  I am so happy I found this pill."


"I have been on Cymbalta for over 5 years and it works great when I was taking it daily but due to my husbands new job(NC) and no insurance, I had to stop taking it for awhile. NOT good!!!
I started having headaches, feeling anxious, not sleeping, very sad and no energy.
I finally was able to get some samples from my Doctor thank goodness. I have started back up on it the last few days but really feeling the side effects of it again.
Nausea, tired, feeling like I have been run over by a freight train and just ugh. Also, noticing that I am feeling like crying all the time and for no reason.
I am sure once the medicine gets back into my system, I will feel myself again, but it's frustrating having to wait. "


"I have been taking lexapro for about six months now.  I was put on it for a panic attack and mild depression.  I am someone who never takes meds unless I have too and was very worried about being on this drug because I feared the side affects when it would be time to get off.
I decided on therapy and lexapro.  I am only on ten milagrams, 39 and petite.  I can't say that this drug has caused me weight gain but if I am extra hungry I choose a healthier snack.  I will say that the first few days of taking the med I did feel tired,  and tense in my arms but I will say the panic attack attributed to that.  I am doing great I am more relaxed and happier .  Therapy is key too.  Hang in there and talk to someone!!"


"I opted the depo shot when I was 16. I was horrible at remembering to take medicine on time so I chose the shot. This is my experience. I can only speak for me.
I got the shot in May 2006. Stayed on track of the shot due to the reminder I had a Dr's appointment on such and such day. I had light, 3 day periods. Never a day longer, never a day shorter. I had no weight gain. I had no cramps. I had no breakouts. I did not experience any dizziness, shortness of breath, or headaches. I didn't lose my appetite. I had no troubles.
Then, like a genius, when I turned 18 I chose to get off the shot which was due in February. By April I had a positive pregnancy test.
Wasn't hard for my body to change from even after almost 2 years."


"This is day two of taking 20mg twice daily of geodon. So far I yawn a lot and could fall asleep about 30 mins to an hour after taking it. That I really hate, because I was already always exhausted to begin with BUT I will say I have noticed I'm a lot less paranoid and can actually walk slowly without thinking im being chased, it is rather pleasant, now when I see or hear things I know its just my head and can leave it be and not go into paranoid mode, I really hope the sleepiness subsides"


"I have reoccuring UTI's and have taken several different antibiotics for them.  I was recently prescribed Bactrim DS.  After taking the second pill, the aching, pain and soreness was almost gone.  It works better for me than Cipro, but you should always have a urine culture to be sure which antibiotic is best for you.  Fortunately, I haven't had any terrible side effects.  The only side effect is feeling a bit fatiqued a few hours after taking Bactrim."


"I was addicted to Heroin for almost three years. I tried everything from Suboxone to methadone to tapering and even cold turkey but Subutex was the only thing that worked. Subutex has truly saved my life."


"I have been on Nexplanon for almost 2 years. For the past year I have had awful symptoms. Periods every other week. Extremely heavy ones! Gained about 20lbs. My eating habits have actually improved and I exercise. There is no reason in my life style in which I should have gained that much weight. I get nauseous, dizzy, head aches, cramps, and breast size fluctuations often. I moved and haven't found an OB/GYN to take it out! I am over feeling the way I do all of the time. And I'm tired of spending so much on feminine hygiene products each month. I'm spending double what I did before having nexaplon!"


"It worked for a while then it stopped working a few months later"


"I have both cervical dystonia and spasmodic dysphonia. I receive Botox injections in my neck, shoulders and voice box. The injections in my shoulders accompany the injections in my neck for cervical dystonia. The injections in my shoulders leave my shoulders feeling knotted and cause frequent headaches and muscle pain. My Neurologist told me the Botox should get rid of the pain and not cause it but in my case, the headaches and muscle pain are noticeably there. Does anyone else experience this problem?"


"Although no medication completely rids my migraines (I get stroke like symptoms with my migraines) aura with numbness on right or left side- depending on side of pain, dizziness and off balance. It's absolutely horrible! But when I take Cambia right away it relives the killer pain! I still get my warning signs but the migraine passes much more quickly with this medication! It does tend to make me feel a little weird-my nerves feel over sensitive. But I got a migraine around 8am today took cambia! And on my way to work at 12:30pm! Miracle!"


"I was prescribed this today and took it tonight as a "trial" run as the doctor advised. For years but especially after my second psychiatric hospitalization I started having panic attacks. First I was prescribed Vistaril which did nothing. So far the generic lorazepam I'm taking has worked well. I'm not anxious at all, though slightly drowsy."


"This always does the trick for my ear infections. I have ear tubes and Ciprodex is far more effective than anything taken orally. I don't get side effects."


"I have Bipolar-Mania for 2 years and have been using this drug for 1 year and it showed me realy positive effect. I am afraid liver damage due to this drug otherwise it is a very good drug."


"I have been taking this pill since April 21, 2008 when I weighed myself in at 191 lbs. On April 23rd I weighed in at 187.4 lbs and today on the 25th I weigh in at 184.7 lbs. The weight is coming off real well but my concern is the weight is coming off too fast. The pill is great. Overall my goal is 170 lbs I will be there in about 2 weeks if the weight keeps coming off like this - I will update!"


"I have chronic postnasal drip. I have had no success with OTC allergy meds. My ENT decided to try generic Singulair. First night I was wide awake all night and had uncontrollable muscle tremors & twitches. The next day I had headache,  stomach ache, heartburn, & terribly dizzy. Next night I had difficulty sleeping, terrible vivid nightmares, night sweats . Woke with low fever, as well as all those other symptoms,  Felt teary for no reason. Thought I had the flu but when looking up if 'sweats & nightmares' are Singulair side effects. I found ALL my issues were! Tried to stay with Sigulair as I knew it was one that needs to build up, but after a week & no effect on my drip it was too awful to bear any more. Was not good for me unfortunately."


"I've been on narcotic pain relievers for 10 years. I have a connective tissue disease causing major joint pain, herniated discs l4- s1, collapsing deteriorating discs. I have bone on bone contact left knee. Torn miniscus. Osteoarthritis both knees. Bursitis both hips. Sciatica. Neuropathy. I have always been on ms-contin for 12 hr relief with assistance of dilauded or oxycodone. After transitioning of those meds I was put on 20mg of suboxone. My new Dr put me on 10mc/h butrans patch. It does nothing for my pain I had to double up to 20mc/h. It mildly helped. But I have a very high tolerance. I also do not like the sticky residue it leaves on my skin. Buprenorphine. Is used to detox drug addicts.  Not effective for people in severe pain."


"Taken after laparoscopic ovarian cyst removal with torsion. I usually can only tolerate toradol for pain due to severe vomiting that occurs with strong pain meds. I took 4 mg of Zofran 15 mins prior on a full stomach and the incision pain lessened about 20 mins later, plus no intestinal side effects. Highly recommend taking with anti nausea if your stomach can't tolerate it alone."


"This medicine works.  Without it I feel like a walking heart attack. On it I feel swell. I can't believe the difference.  I have been on it for 2 years, 2 tabs a day."


"I have severe neuropathy in my feet, legs, and hands. Now that I'm on 800mg 3x a day my pain is not gone but it eases enough that I can tolerate it. I have no insurance and go to our local Health Department for. medicine so the Gabapentin is my only pain reliever. Thanks for this medication."


"Hi, I had started minoxidil 5 on 19th Jun along with dutasteride and follihair tablets. The results as on date i.e., 9th aug are visible specially on temples. Plenty of small brown hairs on both sides and on the forehead hairline. I am using it twice a day (Minza), 5 sprays each and taking the other medicines once daily.

In the mid, I used Tugain but because of the alcohol content it reacted badly on my skin, given rashes and swelling on face. Now, I'm back on 'Minza 5 - No alcohol' and this is fab. No sideeffects, except a bit of scalp irritation.

If one need, I can share the pics as well."


"On my 4th shot. I have had a lot of muscle pain, especially in my left leg. Major spasms. Doctors think it is a slight bulging disk, but they have never seen this type pain with a bulging disk. Still not sure if it is associated with Repatha. Anyone else had this kind of pain?"


"I only give it two stars because it did relieve some depression while I was on it.  After being on it for about 2 months, I realized that I wasn't feeling like myself at all.  I felt like I was losing my personality and ambition.  So I decided to taper off, and my doctor had me decrease 37.5 mg per week until I was off the med.  During the tapering I didn't notice anything major side-effect-wise, but the second day I was completely off of it, everything kicked in.  I felt like I was going to die, with major brain zaps and horrible migraines being consistent for a week. I also gained 15 pounds in what seemed like a few days.  It's now been a month since I've been off of this awful drug, and I still have brain zaps, and the weight gain too."


"My 78 year old mother was taking this and in her third month she had vomiting one day back and neck pain for 3 days, then passed away in her sleep, Didn't get a chance to lower the dose."


"At first I was afraid to take this pill because of it's side effects, and it was my first time. In order to regulate my long lasting periods, I'd taken Loestrin. I've been on the pill for a little over a week. And it has stopped my period, but I did get an yeast infection. I'm a tad bit more emotional than usual, but aren't all women that way? Overall, I like it so far."


"Worse birth control that I have ever been on. I am 30 and started taking Orsythia to help with pain before and during my period.  Shortly after starting, my face started to break out all over and then two weeks later I went to the ER for chest pain. Xrays and an EKG say that I'm fine and the doc said that it could be inflammation causing the pain.  My breathing is all over the place now when I exercise, I feel nauseous and want to vomit most of the time and now I'm getting anxiety from all of this.  I have three more pills until my period but I'm no longer going to take them. Setting up a doc appointment to get this cleared up."


"Zoloft treated my symptoms very well. The only problem was my inability to ejaculate. Need less to say, I had to discontinue this medication due to this side effect."


"I have been on this medication 2 mg a day - 1 at day and night. I'm hoping in the next few weeks it will change but I've been tired a lot lately

I've only been on this med for 3 days but its making me tired but the anxiety, mania and racing thoughts are gone completely"


"Hey everyone! I found all of these post super helpful! I just started phentermine 37.5 yesterday 04/12/2016 and I'm super excited to see how it will work for me. I currently weigh 248 and it drives me crazy that I let myself gain so much weight. I have always been smaller in size & I gained a lot of weight fast. I first tried toprimate but I took myself off of it because it made my face and hands feel like the pins & needles after your foot falls asleep! So far with phentermine I have had a super dry mouth, hopefully that is the only side effect I have to deal with. I will re post in about a month with my progress. Wish me luck!!!"


"I took this medicine while I was pregnant, it was difficult in the 1st 2 weeks. I had a lot of anxiety and I went to sleep really fast but after that the medicine worked perfectly and I was very happy with it. My baby was born full term and very healthy but now I'm nursing and I had to stop taking Latuda, that was a bad idea. I feel horrible right now, I need to go back on the medicine."


"I was prescribed 300 MG in the early stages of Shingles, for what I don't know. Since the Shingles kept getting worse, they changed my prescription. It started out as an "ear infection". It didn't do anything for or to me. Crazy....."


"I love Klonopin. When I was going through an extremely hard custody case with my ex husband, my doctor prescribed the Klonopin. She scheduled it up to 3 times a day.  I used it too. It helped me face my fears and stand up for myself for once. Once that was over she scheduled it on 1.0mg as needed up to.3 time's a day. I still have the script. I do use the Klonopin only when I'm in a situation that I need help relaxing. I know I need it at those times. When I take it, I would feel great. If I didn't need it but thought I did, all it would do is make me tired. It's been 3 years of PRN Klonopin & I know when I need it and when I don't. For those who feel this could be abused, my response is if the person really needs it, Misuse wouldn't happen"


"Have suffered intense hot flushes up to 20 times a day/night for the past 5 years am 49 years old and they were really affecting my life. I am unable to take HRT and was prescribed gabapentin by my GP gradually increasing the dose up to 400mg 3 x a day my hot flashes have reduced by 90% still having the odd one which is much milder than before so hardly notice it at all. This medicine to be honest has given me back my life I feel like a new woman. Sometimes I feel a bit lightheaded on these tablets but nothing to bad and now sleep like a baby. If you are considering giving these a try don't hesitate."


"I tried to quit on many occasions prior to using Zyban. My friend who smoked 2 packs a day quit using this drug which totally amazed me. I am a very cheap person and when a carton of generic cigarettes went up to $15.00 (which by todays prices is cheap, but not then) I swore I had wasted enough money harming my lungs. I started Zyban and set my quit date for 2 weeks. On the last day before that date, I was sitting around and realized I had not had a cigarette all day, and I haven't had one since. That was 19 years ago. I would highly recommend Zyban to quit smoking now before any more damage is done to your lungs. The cost of the medicine is no more than the cost of a carton of cigarettes for a month."


"I've only been on this for a few days, and I know my body needs time to adjust, but I just spent the last 4hrs (3-7am!) throwing up without cease. I have had horrible, horrible cramps, like, on-the-floor-screaming cramps (which is why I started taking these pills), but at least those only lasted an hour at a time tops! I'm worried about missing school, and I can at least try to manage my cramps like I have before. I can't vouch for its effectiveness, only the side effects I suffered, but I may consider trying it again during a break when my body has time to adjust without worrying about missing classes."


"I recentaly got an ear piercing called a snug. It became so infected I had to see an ENT. He prescribes me Bactrim and I have been on it for 4 days. He had to drain my ear, and it hurt a lot. I just came home from my second appointment, and he took out the packing he put in from draining it, and just put a band aid over it and told me to compress hot water over it for a while. Bactrim has given me no side effects, and it works amazingly."


"I have to say I didnt beleive when i heard this worked inmediately.....I am usually very regular but after 6 days of constipation I was in hell, being bloaded and gassy is not the most pleasant feeling. So after 3 days of looking at the bottle i was still afraid it would taste like cough medicine but i was desperate so just drank it.... no bad!tastes like soda.... so drank half of the 10 oz  bottle n then a bottle of water after 1 hour felt nothing but nausea since i drank it on an empty stomach at 9am....30 mins after i drank another 1/4... 1 hr later i thought maybe hot coffee will help.... i didnt even finish my coffee when i felt ready... so 1 hr n 30 mins for me!no cramps or anything.... better than pills! this stuff is magic"


"I tried this because hey, who doesn't love 5 year birth control that you basically forget about? It was absolutely awful. The insertion experience was excruciating for me. I passed out on the table and vomited.

I gained 35lbs in 7 months despite counting calories/working out. I had extremely bad anxiety/depression, I would walk into a place and immediately start pouring sweat. I got terrible acne all along my jawline & back. Extremely low sex drive & I was so emotionless I felt like a robot. I was on the IUD for about 7 months then decided I couldn't handle these issues anymore.

The removal was easy, I didn't even feel it. Since then I've lost weight, acne cleared up, sweating went away, and I have emotions again. Would not recommend."


"This drug has turned down the volume on a lot of my voices. Which is great. I sleep better and take more naps during the day. Also notice my appetite increased which is where I think people mean they gain weight on this med. I just exercise an hour a day. My mood is kinda flat lined."


"I have been on this birth control before (this time) and had no problems with it.  This time, when I started using it again my breasts were very tender the first two months. I have had no problems with my period coming when it is supposed to while I have been on Sprintec.  I am on my fourth package right now and only half way through the month.  Last night I woke up because of cramping was up for 1 1/2 hours with really painful cramps in my back and pelvic area.  I woke up this morning to discover that my period had started, a week and a half early.       I have also noticed that my skin has been much more oily this time around and I have been getting acne increasingly on my face and upper back."


"I took Roaccutane 9 years ago at the age of 30. Although I didn't have cystic acne, I had had persistent facial acne since the age of 12, and nothing helped. Initially the drug helped a lot, with the major side effect being severely chapped lips and dry skin. After several months of treatment my dose was increased. Within days I was depressed and miserable, with crying spells. It took me a while to put 2 and 2 together and consider the medicine as a likely cause. I dropped the dose down again and I quickly improved. However, I feel the damage was done and I gradually became more and more depressed and ultimately was taken of the medicine. For the past 9 years I have suffered depression and anorexia nervosa."


"The Paraguad was a nightmare! I wish someone told me of copper toxicity! I had the Paraguad in for 2 years after having my youngest son. I broke out with bad cystic acne all over my face. I bled every time I had sexual intercourse. I would cramp during my period and I never cramp before the IUD. Also I would beep going through a metal detector in the federal building when I never beeped prior to getting the Paraguard! Such a relief getting it removed. My face cleared but I now have the scars on my face to remind me of the torture I was putting my body through just using that."


"It is a wonder drug for me it saved my life. It is so worth taking if you use as doctor tells you and finish the program. And must have the will to stop opiates."


"I have been taking Tyvaso for approximately 6 months now and haven't had any adverse effects.  There are side effects of the medicine, of course, which include cough, sore throat, hoarseness, and occasional headaches and muscle ache, but overall it is worth it for me."


"I got my nexplanon may 14th 2015... The insertion wasn't as bad as I thought but when I got the shot to numb my arm , it burned pretty bad. After , I bruised for a week and could not hold anything heavy in my hand without my hand shaking and the item falling for about 3 days. I kept the gauze wrapped for much longer then 3 days. Once I removed it , I bruised again. (Then again I have a fairly light complexion) The week after I had constant headaches (I almost never get headaches) and frequent break outs, and mood swings especially with the implant and my period combined. One moment I'm mad and the other I'm laughing about it. But it's been almost 3 weeks and I no longer have headaches or break outs other then I normally used to have. But I have been having that "end of the period blood" for six days now. Extremely annoying!  The on the edge anger still remains but I think it's helped me speak my mind more easily lol I'm 19 and could never get past 120 lbs. , I now weigh 135. And I'm so excited for the weight gain, just hope it's not excessive!!!! Oh and I do feel bloated and tired sometimes..but I gave it a 9 for not having to remember the pill and 99% effectiveness towards not getting pregnant"


"I suffered from multiple sinus infections several times a year.  Since taking Zyrtec on a regular basis I have been sinus trouble free for over a year.  THANK YOU ZYRTEC!"


"I have had the nexplanon in for about 6 almost 7 months now. I think it works great, I like not being scared to forget a pill, I like how it lasts for 3 years, I like how its an implant that you don't have to worry about. This had one big con that was a deal breaker for me, the constant and irregular bleeding. For the 6 months I've had the nexplanon I bled for 4 out of those 6 months straight. and when I wasn't bleeding constantly, I would randomly bleed so I constantly had to have a pad for tampon in for 6 months straight. My doctor says this is really common, and I think thats something that needs to be changed. If I had a regular period, or no period this would have been perfect for me, but I can't have a period for 3 years. Its not okay"


"Helps me sleep, but I don't notice much relaxing of the jaw muscles. I only take 10mg as I don't like pills, so maybe that is why (says I can take up to 20mg). I haven't felt some of what others have said in previous reviews."


"Helps in-between flareups."


"Not that bad, really.  The lemony salty drink is best taken in the smallest cold 8 oz glass you can find.  I think it helps psychologically.  I tried it first in a big glass and thought I'd never finish.  A small 8 oz juice glass is easy to slug down.  I think it also helps to pour the stuff into the glass and chill it so it's as cold as possible. Take a slug of warm water and swish it in your mouth immediately after to remove the lingering taste.  I got into a routine.  Drink, wait about 5 minutes, head to the loo and repeat.  Wasn't as bad as the stuff they sprayed in my throat just before the endoscopy.  So man up and get it over with."


"Been on Latuda now for about a month.  I've had no side effects and definitely feel much better.  Haven't had any episodes and my depression has subsided.  Couldn't be happier."


"I've only been using Brintellix for 1 week but I am very pleased! After trying nearly everything out there with little to no benefit, and many many side effects - the first week on Brintellix has made me very hopeful that it continues to work!!"


"I have been on Seasonique for 2 weeks. I love this pill although I haven't been on it very long, I have noticed my increased sex drive with my husband. I haven't had any symptoms other then some spotting that happened once. I would definitely recommend this pill to every woman."


"I have taken it for 4 months so far. It is now down to 5 days instead of 7 per month. The shots are painful in several ways. Went to IV after a couple months. The only good result I've had so far is no transfusions. In the fourth month I developed flu like symptoms despite constant vigilance.  I have been down for 9 days with this."


"Worked like a charm, no problems associated with taking these injections, I took it for several years often experiencing lengthy periods of remission
After reading the side effects of other drugs, the side effects of the gold injections seem to be of similar risk"


"I've had bipolar for 10 years, and just recently (last 2 months) switched to Lamictal and am experiencing no side effects.   In the past, I have been on Depakote (5 years, bad blood counts) so switched to Lithium (tremors and shakes), and am now on Lamictal/Geodon."


"had a colonoscopy and right after awaking I have been sneezing and have a very runny nose! hope it doesn't last long!"


"I love Paragard! I had Skyla before this and Paragard has been SO much better. From the moment I got Skyla, I had nonstop cramps and bleeding. It was like I could constantly feel it even though my doctor insisted it was in the correct spot. I was scared to get Paragard b/c I thought it would be the same but it hasn't been at all! After the first few days I stopped cramping and bleeding and can no longer feel it at all. Before you get it, I would strongly recommend asking your doctor for Misoprostol to make the insertion less painful. I had it for Skyla but not Paragard and the insertion process was a lot worse."


"I have became extremely moody, not friendly with people and everybody has a problem except me."


"I was diagnosed with Barrett's Esophagus six years ago, and regularly used Prilosec for the past 8 years, but I occasionally still had severe heartburn.  Like the last post, I too was prescribed a higher and higher dose until I was taking 4-6 pills a day, still getting occasional heartburn.  Last year I started taking only 40 mg per day of Pantoprazole, and I seldom (less than once a month when I get careless with food and/or alcohol) have had heartburn at all.  I highly recommend asking your doctor about this medication, if you suffer from long term frequent heartburn and Prilosec no longer sees to work as well."


"I've had migraines on and off for over a decade, and they're increasing with perimenopause. My new doctor had me try generic Topamax, starting with 25 mg for the first week, then increase to 100 mg, half in the morning and half in the evening. The first week went all right, though I had a migraine all through it. I had a second prescription for Sumatriptan to help. But 100 mg was... horrid. Tired, could hardly get out of bed, brain fog, physical fatigue (very evident at the gym), thirsty. After only 2 weeks I'm tapering off and seeing my doctor again to try something else."


"My experience. Man I've used heroin since I was 16 years old. Finally found suboxone 7 years ago. Started at three 8 mg strips a day. I still used here and there. Two years ago I was put on zubsolv having weaned myself a lil over the years I was put on an 8.6 a day equal to a 12 and never used since being on it. I feel great, make 80 grand a year, have no side effects besides my teeth but now have implants. The world is an awesome place. Zubsolv saved me. I was still using 4 out of 7 days with the strips now I won't even answer my phone to old drug friends. It's a whole new life"


"I have chronic lower lumbar pain from a bone disorder that affects mostly my lower back. Pain can be excruciating at times. I was taking the tramadol 50 mg tablets for a few years they helped some but I had to take more and more of them. My doctor put me on the tramadol ER tablets so I take 1 tablet a day. It is great. With one 300 mg tablet a day I can function fine. It gives great pain relief."


"I had they skyla inserted 4/22/15 so it has been 6 months now I have a very high tolerance to pain and the insertion was not the best but do take ibuprofen before hand and you'll be fine. The worst of the pain is right before my period the cramps from ovulating and right before my cycle starts. I have had my period now for two weeks at a time every two weeks which is killing my sex life with my boyfriend and my pockets on the amount of tampons I am purchasing my acne is still the same I'm always bloated  and I'm shedding so much and have gained a ton of weight I wanted to at least try to give it a year to see if things were going to change but it's just so agrivating I know some love the skyla but it's not for me."


"During college, I did have a prescription for medication such as a few SSRIs epression and anxiety. I felt these drugs offered some relief from my depression; but they did little to nothing for my anxiety, and in fact I side effects that were unwanted (sexual, loss of interest in stuff, etc). I became interested in SJW after it was mentioned on a bodybuilding form as a supplement some people were taking. I read it helps with depression, and was generally regarded as safe, so I bought a bottle of the pills and took one. Within one hour, I immediately noticed a more 'calming' feeling. Considering it placebo, I ignored it. A week later, the effects are stable. Depression is gone, and anxiety is significantly lower."


"My mother and sister both suffered migranes. I am a 62 year old male who has had migranes/tension headaches almost as long as I can remember, even while serving in Vietnam. Years ago I carried an Imitrex self-injector so I could give myself a shot at work if needed. Fioricet has been the best thing I have found, even better than stronger medications. I do now have to take 4 tablets in a dosage after all these years, but some tolerance is bound to happen after 20 years."


"I had previously had a yeast infection a few months prior, so I knew what it was. Apparently my antibiotics caused as it is one of the side effects. Anyway, I called my gyno and he suggested I buy monistat, he didn't say which one specifically so I just got Monistat 1-Day because i thought it would only take "1-day" to cure... That obviously was incorrect. The first day it calmed the itching a bit but not enough, a lot of people say they felt burning, thankfully, I did not. The second day I had little to know itchiness but the third day in the morning it felt like the first day before i took monistat! Later that day i felt much better and no longer have any symptoms.... Good enough but many suggest the 3-Day & 7-Day, I would agree."


"I was on 37.5 mg for a week and had planned to up the dose to 75mg. I could tell it was helping with my postpartum anxiety and depression, but the side effects were terrible for me. Extreme fatigue and vomiting. Not good with two small children. We switched to another medication."


"It works quite well, just as the litterature contained herein suggests...!"


"About and hour and a half after taking one Mucinex DM I developed severe dizziness, drowsiness,  bad intestinal cramps, vomiting and diarrhea that recurred over a period of 2 hours.  It was the only medication in my system."


"Age: 25
Sex: Female
Build: Athletic, Muscular
Height: 5' 0"
Starting Weight: 178
Current Weight: 164
Time On Phentermine: 28 days
Progress: I have never been a smoker, alcohol or caffeine drinker, or red meat eater. For the past 8 months I do 3 days strength/weights &4 days cardio, spending 6-7 hours per week at the gym or outside activity like hiking. It was puzzling to me as to why I hadn't lost a single pound. Got bloodwork &results were PERFECT- no diabetes, no high cholesterol, no hypoactive thyroid, no high blood pressure. Doctor prescribed Phentermine & in 1 week I lost 11lbs! It seemed this was a "magic weight loss pill." Weeks 2, 3, and 4 I
only lost 1lb each, bringing my total 1 month loss to 14lbs. 2 months to go! "


"This pill was perfection the 1st year I was on it. Then over the past few months my PMDD got bad, I started breaking out, spotting between periods, migraines started kicking in and crazy mood swings. Overall nice pill that prevents pregnancy. The 1st year I was on this was great with no side effects and a period that was light and lasted one day out of the month was awesome. I wish the bad side effects never started because I loved this pill."


"CAUTION!  Used tramadol 50 mg for back pain. Started with 1 tab couple of days/wk, eventually up to a tab/day, finally tab/day and 2 tabs/day a couple days/week. Withdrawal would kick in about 18-24 hrs after last dose. Lethargy, tired, felt like the flu. Took tab, w/in an hour felt great. Read about this as potential problem, began to wean myself off. Took several months. Every step down resulted in above withdrawal symptoms (but worse), and the most horrible part was the restless body (RLS, but all over) at night when trying to sleep. Felt ready to explode. After taking 1/4 tab/day for weeks, used some leftover partial valium tabs to finally break free from tramadol.  Avoid tramadol if at all possible - withdrawal is absolutely horrible."


"My 13 year old son, and 9 year old daughter both have been diagnosed with ADHD. I, nor my husband could wrap our minds around our kids taking medicine, but were forced to give it a try. My son started taking Concerta when he was in 4th grade, and my daughter started taking Vyvanse in the 3rd grade.The results were amazing! Their handwriting went from sloppy to super neat, reading skills increased, grades were mostly A's...and many more great results! The bad part about the pills are that they have SO many side effects that were making them seem like totally different people! They were skinny, depressed, had Insomnia, headaches, twitching, and angry. We withdrew both from public school and started Homeschool. Now learning at our own pace!"


"I have been taking Sanctura for several months.  It is very effective.  I do have bad results with constipation.  I did not take the symptoms of constipation seriously and needed help from the ER at the hospital to get relief.  It is something almost all medicine stresses as a possibility, but for me it was a serious problem.  I watch it more carefully now."


"I would recommend this medication to anyone. My doctor advised me of the side effects, but I really wanted to quit. I have smoked for 22 years and I have a new grandson in the house. The only side effect I had was constipation, but it was something I could deal with. Always take this medication just after a meal so you wont feel sick. I learned that the first week. I have been quit for 34 days and I have been off the medication for 1 week. It suggests a 12 week treatment but I knew I was ready. All of the anxiety, mood swings and insomnia come along with nicotine withdrawals, but this medication makes them so much easier to tolerate. Hang in there, the first three days is the worst, but if you make it a week, don't turn back. GOOD LUCK."


"This birth control was alright for the first few months and then I started getting my period every two weeks, which wasn't a huge problem because I had zero interest in having sex anyway! I was so frustrated I finally stopped using it , switched to FAM got my sex drive back , and have regular periods."


"Rapaflo taken at bedtime has reduced night time urination dramatically. Daytime, not so much but I do drink regular coffee so that is an influence. Not too happy with my ejaculations while on this medicine. Orgasm is minimal in intensity and almost no semen. The ejaculate seems to be going to my bladder since it shows up when I pee. No problems with erection or performance."


"I and 3 other family members that have low thyroid and all  have found this works best. However at this time we are unable to get any and have been put on Synthroid."


"Im on my 3 week of clomid i ovulated  the 2 and 3 week and nothing no  baby yet"


"I was taking Oxycontin after 2 shoulder surgeries, then I was in a bad auto accident. Even upping me to 80mg 2 x daily wasn't enough. My doctor suggested the Oxyfast for breakthrough pain, so I tried it. This was the only combination that took away all my pain, so I could work and care for my family. Then Oxyfast was removed from the market and my doctor put me on roxicodone. It doesn't work nearly as fast as the Oxyfast which worked in under 10 minutes, this takes 30 minutes and works almost as well. At 29 yrs old I thought my life was over, but these medications gave me my life back. If it wasn't for these medications I don't know where I'd be now (10 yrs later). I have kidney and liver function tests done 2 times a year with no changes from day one."


"I was on Nuvaring for just over a year. On September 15, 2016 I was admitted to the hospital for a blood clot in my leg. I do not smoke nor did I do anything to injure myself for this clot to appear. It went to my lung as well. My doctor immediately told me to discontinue the Nuvaring. And I can no longer take anything with hormones in it. Fast forward to the beginning of November, I discovered a lump in my breast. After ultrasounds and mammograms and surgical biopsy, On December 8, 2016, at 34 years old,  I was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular Carcinoma, a type of breast cancer. Just saw my primary doctor today (01/18/2017). She believes the blood clots and the cancer are all related to the Nuvaring. Breast cancer does not run in my family."


"Love this Birth Control. I have been on it for a few years now, and take the pill consecutivly so i don't get my period (doctors orders) because my endo pain is so bad. i do have cramps once in a while, and some break through bleeding still. i have gained weight, but not sure if it's from the pill or just a different lifestyle (in college now / eating on campus). Overall, it has improved my quality of life because it has helped with my endometriosis about 95%. I don't mind gaining some weight if i don't ever have to experience my endo pain again. Very pleased!!"


"Have minor ED and have tried Viagra, Levitra and now Stendra.  I like Stendra best as there is very minimal side effect and it does it's job.  I am cutting a 100mg pill, so I am able to get by on $3 per dose."


"I cut off the meaty part of the palm of my hand and when I went to the doctor, I didn't think to bring that part with me.  It would not stop bleeding and it had to be treated like it was a bad burn, since there was no skin to cover the wound up. The doctor had me put silver sulfadiazine on my hand and it worked like a miracle. I must admit that my husband is a welder and when he gets a welding burn, we use this cream for those and it works fantastic!!"


"I love Avelox.  Every winter, I am sick for months.  I spend thousands of dollars on doctor visits, blood tests, chest x-rays. We go through rounds and rounds of antibiotics.  I used to have great success with Augmentin, but it doesn't work anymore.  Levaquin did the job one year, but hasn't been effective since.

Last year, I combed the internet and found people like me that had success with Avelox.  After one dose, I was feeling better (after being sick for 3 months).  It completely knocked out the infection and I was back on my feet the very next day.  I've been sick for 3 weeks and took my first dose of Avelox yesterday.  I am already feeling better.  I am so thankful for this medication."


"I'm 17 years old and have been battling awful cystic acne for about 10 years. As I've aged, it's only worsened, which I'm assuming is due to an influx in hormones. At first, doctors misdiagnosed me as having eczema. When I was finally diagnosed with cystic acne, my doctor prescribed tetracycline. I was on it for about 1 year, at age 14-15, and it helped a little, but not drastic changes. I noticed that it started turning my teeth brown, as if I'd eaten chocolate and didn't drink anything or brush my teeth afterwards. I was prescribed minocycline (Minocin) instead. It has helped my acne tremendously, but it is still turning my teeth brown, which is not flattering nor attractive, especially for a girl my age with dating and all."


"I have been taking 30 mg once daily for the last month. It's definitely doing something. I've broken out everywhere and I mean everywhere. Huge, gross, cystic and nodular pimple. BUT my dermatologist said that it has to get better before it gets worse. Where my skin isn't being overran by grossness you can tell that it is clearing up and looking healthier. Tomorrow I will start my new dosage of 40 mg twice daily(the first month you start with 30 a day and then after that my dermo said they figure it out with your body weight) Side effects: pretty bad chapped lips, dry wrists and arms, also always in the bathroom cause I've been drink between a gallon and half to two gallons of water a day."


"I seemed to catch everything while I was on this rx. First it was a really bad cold, next I could not seem to heal from surgery for deviated septum - my ENT was stumped, then later I caught the flu while the rest of my family seemed fine. Also during this 6 month period I had a couple of sinus infections. Eventually, I knew something was very wrong. I started searching the Internet for immunity issues and topiramate, and I got a couple of hits from blogs where women about my age (40s) claimed that topiramate had wrecked their immunity. Alas, my search (and problem) was over because I knew exactly what they meant by "wrecked my immunity". Within a few short weeks of ceasing the use of topiramate, my health returned.  Please beware!"


"Lexapro made me crazy. Everything from dry mouth, violent nightmares, violent kicking in my sleep, suicidal feelings, weird brain twitching, and many more symptoms. I started taking this medicine because it was deemed as the "miracle pill", however my experience was not pleasant. However, I have personally seen friends of mine use it and it has changed their lives.."


"I have been on an SSRI journey since I was 21 years old and am now 43. I was abruptly taken off of Paxil which was an absolute nightmare. However, I was consoled by the fact that Prozac was replacing it and have read that Prozac can actually be used to treat Paxil withdrawal. I am about seven weeks in and I feel like this might have been the right drug for me all along. My mood is level (if not maybe too up for brief periods) however my anxiety is way down and I find myself coming to be on a first name basis with all of the retail people I see on a very regular basis! This is huge for me as I have a thirty year history of social and generalized anxiety.

That being said, I am working as well with CBT and I think more importantly meditation."


"About a year after having my daughter my lower back and hips started hurting so bad (mostly from carrying her around) that I couldn't sleep.  Advil worked great! One pill and I slept all night."


"I have been taking 20mg of Brintellix daily with mixed results for my general anxiety.  I can go as much as 2 consecutive days anxiety free.  However some days I wake up anxious and then over the course of the day the anxiety will lessen.  Also the opposite happens, I wake up with no anxiety and then become anxious over the course of the day.  So far it seems to be somewhat inconsistent.  The best part has been that I have not had any side effects other than some slight constipation.  Also currently a generic does not exist so the medication is somewhat expensive."


"I have been on Lo Estrin 24 Fe or Minastrin 24 Fe for over 5 years now. Overall, I have had no problems with it. At first, I did gain some weight, but I was just entering high school at the time so it may not have been just from the birth control. Before, I had very irregular periods - with them coming about every 2 weeks and they were extremely heavy. Now I get my period every month at the same time for about 2-3 days and they are very light periods. Before birth control, I had a few cysts on my ovaries, which is why I was originally put on the pill and I have not had one in the last 5 years. I have never had acne either on or off the pill. I get very little cramps each month - usually only lasting a day."


"Just had to put the comment in here that the reviews posted had me extremely nervous about the insertion and while I cannot express my opinion about this device long term the insertion did not hurt AT ALL. It was placed during my period and I took about 4 advils before the procedure...I'm 26 and have 2 children."


"This medicine works great but the side effects was just to much. Gained 83 pounds in 9 months of being on it."


"My son had a cold sores out break, got a Zovirax cream as treatment. It works well but the cream ran out before cold sore. I paid $14 for a tube 2g of Zovirax, the amount of cream not even cover 3 days treatment. The tube with a size of lips sunscreen but the amount of cream inside is ridiculously tiny. Such a ripoff, please consider low income consumer with your products."


"I've found it very helpful."


"I have been on the Depo for 13 yrs and it has been great no periods not even spotting but I did however gain a lot of weight and I have experienced headaches but I just stopped because I have been on it to long, it will cause bone loss I probably experienced a lot of the side effects but nothing worse then bleeding and cramping for months at a time I would have definitely go back to it if I could."


"I've left an experience description on this site, on July 1, 2016. On the plus side, I'm still calm, socially acceptable, void of psychosis, anger, am kinder and gentler.

But I've and continue to do so, developed anxiety. It is accompanied by a strong depression. The quality of my life has taken a turn for the worse for the last two months or so. And it is constantly getting worse.

Today I took half a tablet of Clonazepam, as suggested and prescribed by my psychiatrist for exactly this reason. Anxiety, panic. And it helped!! But I resent to have to take a pill for such deeply disturbing and serious a side effect. Especially one such pill that is potentially extremely habit-forming, tolerance-developing, and dependence-training."


"I've been on Depakote for 11 years and it's worked pretty good. I was on Zarontin as well for a few years but I stopped that about six years ago. Just Depakote ER since then and I've only had 1 grand mal seizure. Works pretty well. "


"I started this birth control almost 6 months ago. I'm switching next week I can't take it anymore! I have experienced about 15 lbs in weight gain, I have horrible mood swings the week before my period & terrible cramping. I get very sensitive for about the first hour after taking the pill. My periods were shortened usually 3 days max....until last week I was spotting for about 2 weeks. The only positive, my skin cleared up, but broke out faithfully during period week. I would highly NOT recommend."


"I started taking this about 3 weeks ago and now I must say I love it! I have my sleep back, I go to bed at a normal time and wake up early and refreshed. The first few days I was groggy waking up, but once my body got used to it I never want to stop taking it. I used to have insomnia bad, once I couldn't get to sleep for days because of it. I take 50 mg of Trazodone and 1 mg of Risperdal for my racing thoughts and 40 mg of Celexa for my depression (all at bedtime) and this combination is really working well for me, I love it!"


"I'm 5'4" 45 years old, started at 225, took other meds got to 212, doc put me on these to help with cravings, and just being hungry all the time , started Dec 18th, I probably gained some over Christmas, this morning I'm 208, no major issues, definitely has helped being hungry, and cravings, on 2:1, Friday I'll move to full dose. I am more regular so no constipation, or diarrhea. I did wake up a few nights with heart palpitations, but I think it was from eating dark chocolate. Only reason I'm not giving it a 10 is I'm not on full dose, or long enough to know if it will stay this effective for me."


"I have my second dvt and have been on rivaroxopan for almost five weeks. I'm grateful my leg is less painful and I believe it's working however I have experienced bleeding of the gums unprovoked and also had my first ever nose bleed in the night, never had one in 48 years!! I'm on 20 mg once a day so I think it's making my blood too thin!"


"I have bipolar disorder that stays on the depressed side, so I also take 750 MG of lithium in addition to 60 MG of Nardil. I've taken every TCA, every SSRI, and SSNRI. I have AARP insurance, the add-on to Medicare. Nardil is a Tier 4 drug, about $95/mo. I've taken everything else, the drug was dropped to a Tier 1. I changed all my meds to Optum RX, and for 90 days of Tier 1 or 2 meds, I pay $0. Nardil is the most effective antidepressant I've taken. The dietary restrictions are not a problem, but I cheat and have coffee. The problem is the lack of coordination if you need elective surgery.  Communication between the anesthesiologist, psychiatrist, retina specialist/surgeon, and 3 RNP's is pitiful. Anesthesiologist refuses to meet with me."


"I have just started taking it, and I wanted to give a viewpoint from the beginning.  I have been on this for 4 days now.  The first day was really bad, but it is getting better.  My appetite is coming back now, and I am not snapping at my family like I was before I started Cymbalta.  I am still quite tired and nauseated during the day, and am still having some trouble sleeping.  Before this I used to drink a lot, and this has helped me lose the desire to drink, which in my case is a good thing.  I am going to stick with it and hopefully the rest of the side effects will go away slowly.  I already feel more positive and my family has even noticed a difference already."


Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IIa, Elevated LDL

"I have been using Welchol for several years since I cannot take statins.  I have had no problem with memory loss.  The ONLY side effect I have suffered is occasional constipation that is easily relieved with adequate fluid intake and fiber supplements.  It, in conjunction with my dietary changes, is keeping my cholesterol down adequately ."


"I have only just started taking the metronidazole with doxycycline 2 days ago and I already am in so much pain. My head is throbbing and I can feel the pulses, my ears have been aching, I feel so faint when I get up, I cannot sleep, eating is okay but I have barely eaten and when I do it makes me feel sick. On top of all this I have been going to the bathroom every minute to pee, and after I pee I feel like I need to pee again. My urethra  become so sensitive after I pee and it feels, like I said before, as though I need to pee again. I get hot flashes and had a temperature all day yeaterday and just last night I was freezing and slept with a jumper and covered my entire body with my blanket, even though the city I live in is hot"


"I could not find one cream, scrub, or cleanser that worked. I tried Benzaclin and it cleared my face up within a month and haven't had a break out since. It's amazing! I love it!"


"Was on Lexapro, but I was always tired. Finally I asked for something else with a little extra and I got Pristiq. Love it! Don't stop immediately though...withdrawals are really bad. Tightens my jaw, but other than that! It's amazing."


"I feel the need to write this review as I read so many negative reviews online of Cymbalta before I started taking it, and they really freaked me out. However, while I cannot negate what others have said as I know this type of medication varies for almost everyone, Cymbalta has been really great for me! I have mysterious chronic pain for over two years now, and after trying so many different things to lessen it (other medications, chiropractic, PT, supplements, acupuncture, stretching, icing....the list goes on), this has been the only thing that has really helped me. My pain hasn't gone away fully, but Cymbalta has made my life a lot easier. I have experienced no side effects so far."


"I took Plan B after a... mishap. I was a little nervous, since I had never taken hormonal birth control. I had a slight bit of nausea, tiredness, and dizziness shortly after taking the pill, but no other side effects. I got my period about a week later, so it worked. It wasn't heavier or more painful than normal."


"my child is almost 12 months and her doctor told me to get this medicine, my child has been awake for about 14 hours straight. so i would recommend no matter what your childs doctor says GO BY THE LABEL!"


"Simbrinza dropped eye pressure from 34 to 14 at 4 week check.  I have experienced no side effects from this medication"


"I had horrible mucositis during my first round of chemo. I was hospitalized for 30  days. Neutrasal mouth rinse has kept me from ever getting a big outbreak of those awful sores again. Neutrasal has been a "miracle" product for me."


"I have lost 5 pounds on this drug Tramadol.  I was on a weight loss journey and had lost 65 pounds on my own but as of recently, I have struggled with the last 40 until I started taking the Tramadol.  It will suppress your appetite and help with food cravings. I believe this drug is a great aid for losing weight if one uses it appropriately. This drug was not prescribed for depression nor weight loss but it is killing two birds with one stone in my life."


"Switched from Microgynon to Yazmin due to suffering with headaches, fatigue & loss of libido. However, yaz did not really help to be honest! My periods were heavier and more painful on Yaz, I was moody, had painful breasts but one bonus was they were bigger! Still got headaches too oh and I gained 5lb during 6 mths of using this pill."


"Started taking this pill yesterday (11/19/17) and about 2 hours after taking it felt extremely nauseous and tired. Came home and took a nap. Felt better when I woke up. Definitely noticed a difference in appetite. Wasn't hungry for anything. In the evening, I did recognize the cravings were coming back, but I steered clear of sweets. Woke up today with a horrible headache, not sure if it's related or not, but leery to take contrave again today because of headache. Will update later. But so far it is reducing cravings and can tell when it wears off. I'm sure when I ramp up to pills in afternoon, it won't wear off."


"I just started this medication..75 dose. I'm worried about the lab tests on rats causing thyroid tumors...anyone else know about this?"


"Update to my other review.  The Dr's office was able to get things straightened out and I was able to get Synjardy for free with the discount card after all.  I have been on it for about 9 months now.  I have lost around 30lbs, my A1C went from 11.5 at diagnosis to 6.2 at my last Dr's visit and could probably be better if I didn't forget my afternoon dosage all the time.  Average fasting BS went from 280's to 110's. I wish I could stay on this forever as it has worked great for me, but I'm sure the discount card program will end at some point. Have noticed increased urination, but nothing too terrible. My dosage is the 5mg-500mg pill twice a day."


"I was diagnosed with epilepsy when I was 12 years old (I am now 27). I have been on lamotrigine and topirimate (separately) in the past, and they both worked to control my seizures.

This year My neurologist has changed and she wanted me to try keppra but I was happy on the topirimate so I said no until I had a grand mal seizure. However, the seizures have got worse since taking the keppra plus the side effects are awful. At the start I was so tired I spent all day asleep. After the dosage has increased to 3000mg per day I have started to get mood swings, anger, depression, irritability, plus suicidal thoughts and have become a completely different person - I never used to cry but now I don't stop."


"I took this medicine for both my depression and anxiety.

In the first week I had a really dry mouth and was lightheaded and couldn't really concentrate on anything but that passed.

It just about cured my anxiety; I can't even express how grateful I am. While being on it (after the initial 6 wk period), the only time I really suffered from anxiety was in situations where any NORMAL person would start getting anxious and it never escalated to the point of tears and having to lock myself in a bathroom.

As for the depression, it helped a lot but after 18 months of being on the maximum dose, I guess my body has built up a tolerance to it and I now need to change over to something else. I've gone back to crying every day. Was great while it lasted."


"I am 21 and I had my Mirena inserted in March of this year. I had heard a lot of scary stories and people telling me not to get it. I continued anyway and had it put it. I had it inserted 4 months after my daughter was born. I personally think that having the Mirena put in was worse than child birth. I cramped for a couple of days and then it didn't hurt anymore. My doctor told me that my period may completely go away but she said most likely it would just slow way down. The reason I don't like it is because the removal strings feel like fishing line and haven't softened like my doctor said they would. It hurts during sex. Plus I have NO sex drive whatsoever. I just don't like it."


"I had to go off anti-inflammatories orally. This gel is what keeps me walking."


"I loved the shot as far as having no periods at all! But that was the only good thing about it. My hair fell out like crazy, lots of hair loss while brushing my hair, shampooing and just touching it. And it didnt stop. I have only had one shot which lasted for the 3 months and since day one of the shot my hair has fallen out. It used to be so thick, now my hair is thin. Not only hair loss, I had terrible terrible mood swings. Mad for no reason all the time. I have spoken to other people that took this and they said the hair loss never gets better, only worse. I did not gain weight, I was hoping to as I weigh 112, but I did not gain in 3 months time.  I am not going back for my second shot, the hair loss and mood swings is not worth it."


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"Today was my third colonoscopy; so almost a veteran.  First the good part:  this stuff is easy to use, no bad (but not good) taste, no side effects (no vomiting, headache etc), no abnormal discomfort and produced the desired results (no detail necessary) in a reasonably quick time.  The desired results were accomplished such that the doctor commented how squeaky clean my colon was.

The slight downsides:

- the split dose required doing this whole thing twice, including getting up at 2:30am (and of course not even thinking about going back to sleep right away) for a 7:30 am appointment.

-numerous trips to the bathroom for several hours after each of the two packets of stuff and fluids.

-out of pocket cost was $120, seems EXCESSIVE"


"My dermatologist told me to not expect results right away. He was wrong. I have been using this for 4 days and already see a big improvement in the size of my pores, and have not got a new pimple since. I have high hopes for Acanya gel."


"My brother took this and felt very anxious, my only side effect is feeling super tired and kind of out of it.  It really helped my cough and I think it is starting to help with my chronic sinus infection.  I am allergic to Levaquin so I was nervous taking it since it is in the same drug family.  I did not have the same reactions that I had when I was taking Levaquin.  I have had 5 sinus infections in the past 6 months and the Z-pac has quit working....so overall things are getting better."


"I had unprotected sex a few days before my period and took plan b the same day. I was freaking out from reading all these crazy reviews and stories of it not working. It worked for me I'm over 185 lbs and over the "weight limit" for effeftiveness. 2 days after the pill I had severe cramps and threw up, then the next day more cramps and a very heavy clotted period. Then a normal period the next month. Personally it worked for me but I took it the same day."


"It seems to be helping pretty quick. An hour and half later I have the side effects of dry mouth and extreme tiredness."


"Just want to share my experience. I had unprotected sex twice on "high fertility " ovulation days ( very dumb I know ) took a plan b approx 60 hours after the incident two weeks late I got a very short (two day) period which was odd my period is usally 3-4 .following month I got my period on time & full force . The pill does work ladies and I was ovulating at the time."


"I have been on tegretol for seven years now,I still have general pain with the occasional flair up of unbearable pain that I had before taking this medication.  I am also on a high dose of folic acid as I became very anemic, this caused tiredness.  It was just by chance I was diagnosed with TN after being in extreme pain for over 6 months, many doctors and tests one specialist just said it could be this, let's try this drug it may not work but if it does we are on the right track.  To be honest with you if she said I needed to cut off a limb to ease the pain at that point I would have asked for the knife.  I was miserable the pain was unbearable and so was I.  I do feel it is not working as well after all these years may be due for review."


"Day 1. Taken directly after eating as prescribed. Have felt so sick and the shoulder/arm pain is awful. I can't sleep and I'm as thirsty as ever. Not liking it at all."


"Great pain relief but having some facial numbness."


"Makes me feel very sleepy and spaced out but really helps with the pain. Also have an increase in appetite. Had total knee replacement three months ago and have a lot of post operative nerve pain that tramadol didn't touch. After many sleepless nights it has been a God send and have had my first night of more than three hours sleep since I had the operation."


"I find the drug good, my doses go up and down depending on how I am feeling. I have put on weight at 225mg and I was told that you are not supposed to exceed 225mg. I will go back down to 150mg for the summer. I usually go up in the winter months."


"I used Accutane for 3 months and my skin was flawless. Literally one of the best decisions of my life. My doctor told me not to drink but it was my senior year of high school so I still drank a lot on it. I seemed to get drunk quicker. I hope my liver is okay! My skin cleared up then it came back when I got to college, whenever I was stressed I would breakout, but whatever it's still better than it used to be."


"I never had an allergic reaction until I took this medication, now I learned the hard way I'm allergic to sulfa drugs. After one dose I had a lot the serious side effects: high fever, intense stomach pain, insomnia, hallucinations, anxiety, non-stop chills/shaking, vomiting, rash. Needless to say I ended up in the hospital for 3 days. I think my that you need to be careful when taking the drug and be aware of all the serious side effects."


"It doesn't work, this drug is a pharmaceutical scam to get money out of scared young women. Everyone who says it works likely would not have ended up pregnant whether they took the pill or not.  There is a very small window of time where pregnancy can occur and when taken during that time the pill will not work. My experience with it is this...unprotected sex, took plan b 8 hours later, ovulated the day after that, got pregnant with twins and miscarried both twins (one at 5 weeks one at 7 weeks). It's impossible to say whether the miscarriage was caused by the pill but I think it was. I knew I was pregnant before I got a + pregnancy test but I also knew something was wrong from the beginning, it all felt different then my prior pregnancies."


"I smoked for over 43 years & have quit numerous times it took a cancer scare to convince me to get serious about quitting I visited the doctor to get a prescription for chantix,the nicotine patch I used both products. The patch was used for 60 days,and the pill for an additional 90 days so far I have been smoke free for the past 2 years yes I experienced some of those side effects but I worked through them. I thank the makers of chantix for my successful 2 years."


"I had worked with Veterans who used to have back problems and had been on muscle relaxants. They had been using alcohol for years. I used to substitute the much stronger muscle relaxants with Baclofen with their Primary Care Doctors approval.

Results were great! My patients had double benefts: back pain/ spasm control and Alcohol consumption control.Some of them stop drinking , other continued use alcohol socially without problems,discovering the life again.

 I am happy hearing that people find Baclofen being helpful.

Good luck to guys.

Merry Christmas and Happy 2015!"


"My best friend had just got the Nexplanon put in 2 days ago...she is still getting use to it. She thinks now that she got the Nexplanon that she can have sex with her boyfriend with out condoms.  She told him that he can finish inside her with out getting pregnant is this true????? I would love to know because I am very worried about her and would love for her to look into it some more before doing anything."


"I am amazed.  After several months of acute pain, I felt better within a couple of days.  I love this medication."


"So, I would like to start by saying that I'm a 28-year-old female, about 150 lbs. and I'm usually VERY regular. I went from Friday-Sunday with NO bowel movements and felt the need to take this medication. I took it at 5:30 PM with two glasses of water and I was relieved for the first time at 12:30 AM. I then went to the restroom three more times, the last time being at 7:30 AM. Each time I went was like Harry on Dumb & Dumber LOL. I will say that I did not experience any major side effects, as other people are stating. I think the main thing is drinking water. I drank TWO full glasses with the two pills that I took. I then drank water as the night went on. I only felt a little crampy right before I went to the restroom and then I was fine."


"I've been on subs off an on for years my insurance recently made me switch to zubsolve and it SUCKS!!  I feel like I'm in withdrawal most of the day it has some good effects it dissolves quicker and not as constipated but as far as being better than subs no way I feel like I'm constantly craving one all day almost and if u don't take it the same time everyday your sick as hell till u do...."


"Doc put me on Metformin, which my liver didn't fair well with, and then tried the Januvia 100mg.  After 2.5 wks, I told him I was experiencing facial / hand / eye lid swelling and told him I felt this wasn't a good fit for me.  So, he prescribed Januvia 50mg, which after three days, caused nausea, upper abdominal pain, orange urine, and skyrocketing BG from low 120's to well over 200's after eating.  I immediately quit taking it."


"Been using Paxil for about 20 years, 15 mg daily. I suffered from lifelong depression and anxiety and can attest that Paxil probably saved my life as I contemplated suicide seriously on multiple occasions before taking the drug.

It's good about 100% for depression, maybe 75% effective against Anxiety. If I miss it for 2-3 days I start feeling down in the dumps again.

The side effects that some posters noted above are usually only temporary. Over time they all disappear-I had several of them in the beginning as well-not a big deal.

Love this drug."


"I started getting anxiety my first year of college. I had previously had mild anxiety, but it was not as debilitating. I was constantly worrying what others thought about me and had obsessive thoughts. I started on 10mg of lexapro and it completely changed my outlook on life. I did not realize how fun life could be before I lived it without the looming cloud of anxiety. It also helped tremendously with anxiety surrounding the intrusive thoughts. Some things that WORSENED my anxiety while on lexapro were birth control pills (hormone imbalance worsens anxiety) and hard alcohol. I take 1/2 tsp inositol powder (a type of vitamin) and probiotics that seem to help my anxiety and depression in addition to the lexapro."


"Have been using Metrocream for a week now and my rosacea is much worse then prior to using the cream. I had only redness but within days of using as I had a flare up and got bumps which got progressively worse and spreading. I tried putting a bit of Metrocream on a section of skin with no rosacea and within days had redness and rash pop up. It may be an allergic reaction but either way it I'm trashing Metrocream and seeking out more natural remedies and solutions."


"Side effects are nausea, inability to eat, dry mouth, however, as a grad student, this is an excellent medicine to take for focusing in studying and on exams.  However, when I am in the clinic I do not take it."


"I was sick for several weeks. I assumed it was sinusitis again.  I became more tired and feeling progressively worse. We had our annual physicals scheduled which was fortunate. I had pneumonia. I was given 7 days/750 Levaquan. The drug is very effective in clearing the infection. The easiest way to avoid sleepliness or disrupted sleep is to take in A.M. Given the efficacy of the drug, and the ability to minimize any annoying side effects, it is a good choice. While side effects are troublesome for some the results of untreated pneumonia can be far worse."


"I have been on the generic version of Wellbutrin XL since July 1, 2015. It took about a week for me to notice any change but it was definitely for the better. I started to feel like my old self again. Happy, fun, energetic, and social. Every once in a while I still have a bad day but it's much more manageable now. I haven't experienced any negative side effects and have actually lost 30lbs since I started taking it. Overall, I am doing much better now that I am on Wellbutrin."


"This is a great birth control method, at least for me anyway. I've seen a lot of negative reviews that scared me into getting it. I'm so happy I decided to get the Nexplanon. The insertion was nothing. Just a little stinging from the needle they numb your arm with. My arm bruised pretty bad but they are yellowing now. Sometimes when I move my arm a certain way I feel a slight pinch but I imagine it'll go away eventually since the area is still sensitive. So far no side effects. I lost a lb, no acne, no headaches and I haven't bled or spotted. Try it ladies! Don't be scared. Remember most people take the time to write negative reviews."


"I went to E R with a Migraine I had had for about 4 days. I was given this medication. I was in so much pain. I was so Anxious. I told them I was still in pain. My blood pressure was going up and down. I will never let the give this to me again. I was there 6 hours and let with no relief. I felt like I was tortured . Reglan and Benadryl"


"I suffer from slow transit constipation and can go three weeks without a movement. Dulcolax is the only laxative I have found to work but it's one hell of a ride. I've had two babies and the pain caused by dulcolax at times will rival labour. It's not always that bad, stomach cramps are a given as its a stimulant laxative but holy Jesus the sweats, shakes, palpitations and dizziness that can happen are an experience.

10/10 for effectiveness.....

Take a deep breath and remember in a few hours it will all be over"


"I've been on Synthroid (Levothyroxine) for about a year and a half now. They've changed my dose 4 times so far and I'm currently at 100 mcg.  Once they keep me on a dose for a bit, I feel okay, but with every change I have a few annoying side effects.  I can say that if you take it every day like you're supposed to, it will work eventually. You have to be patient, it won't make you feel great right away. It took me about 3 months.  But it helped with my lethargy, weight and even depression.  It's pretty good if you take as prescribed. If you stop taking it suddenly, the effects of hypothyroidism come back pretty quickly and severely so I recommend taking it as your doctor states."


"Used a new soap and it threw my pH off. Was at work when I got an insanely uncomfortable feeling. Bought monistat1-day on my way home. By the next morning I was relieved of my symptoms."


"I have found that Geodon has been the best medication, after trying so many different ones. It is helping me to lose weight as well, which is a plus because they tried me on Risperdal and I gained 30 pounds."


"It’s was amazing the first time I took it but after I was dying with constant yeast infection do not take"


"I got diagnosed after numerous tests.  I researched it and new I had Multiple Sclerosis, but Neuro just had to keep doing tests for months.  I would get double vision about once a month and my stomach and left leg would go numb a lot.  Finally was diagnosed and got on Copaxone and zero flare ups for 4 years. I also take multivitamin and 8000 IU of vitamin D per day. Get on Copaxone and take vitamin D if you get diagnosed."


"I have CPTSD. Currently taking the "California Rocket Fuel" combo of Effexor and Remeron. (Also taking prazosin, propranolol, lorazepam, and saphris)

I found that the Effexor helped with my anxiety/flashbacks/depression a little bit. I noticed headaches at first and an increase in blood pressure. I cannot miss my dose or I get bad withdrawal symptoms (headaches, flu-like symptoms, diarrhea, brain zaps, dizziness, weakness, and fatigue) which only subside 6 to 12 hours after I take the missed dose."


""I was recently placed on this medication for chronic pain due to a cyst on my lower spine. All the comments are true. Medication packet you will need scissors, wet buccal area of mouth and doesn't adhere as directed, doesn't dissolve, sticks to teeth, end up swallowing it. As for the pain, it remains. Very expensive with no rx coverage for Belbuca. Phone number on the card and brochure from my doctor, inaccurate, and one month free trial and reduced rate doesn't apply to me. Tried to get renewal from office but they are strict on pickup dates for Rx's, claimed I didn't call for renewal and once I was halfway home oh here it is. The pharmacy did not even carry it. I had to go back. So what do I do? I had most of side effects and withdrawal."


"I literally developed anxiety and intrusive thoughts over night. I kept telling myself that it was a phase, i was stressed, it will pass, 11 months later this was not the case.I tried all the natural remedies there are, and had no permeant relief. I felt so alone, as i hated telling the people i love how i was feeling inside, as it was so unlike me. I finally started taking Sertaline, and have been on it for 5 weeks now, the first 4 weeks I saw a MASSIVE improvement, it was such a relief, and i experienced no side affects, apart from slight difficulty reaching orgasm, im feeling my anxiety creep back in however, not sure if its just a blip or if i should put up my dose from 50mg. Im going to speak to my doctor but has anybody else had this?"


"I drank the first bottle right down, doesn't taste bad at all. It went down smooth.  I immediately drank the two 16 oz cups of water.  Felt bloated and a little nauseous but that went away.  It took awhile for it to start working.  Had lemon water ice and the taste goes away immediately.  I was extremely nervous about this because of the side effects more than anything.  Have some cramping.  Will take the next bottle at 10:00pm.  I hope it works faster and I can get some sleep.  7:45am procedure. I don't even feel hungry after the whole day of just liquids."


"So, I took the pill for a year before considering getting an IUD. I asked my gynaecologist about my options for an IUD and he recommended Skyla since I have never given birth. It was free with my insurance. If you don't have health insurance, I'm sure Planned Parenthood would be able to give you answers. The actual procedure wasn't painful for me. My doctor injected lidocaine into me cervix (which, surprisingly wasn't painful). He inserted the IUD, cut the string and was done. There was some pressure when he accidentally tapped the top of my uterus, but otherwise I was fine. Afterward is when it became painful (cramps), but I would just recommend taking Advil. I was able to go to school and work afterwards. I love it so far!"


"Klonopin is as effective as turning off a switch. I had no tolerance problems during 17 years of taking this drug, and no unpleasant side effects."


"I started taking Zoloft about 3 1/2 weeks ago. The first week I started to feel better. Though about 5 days in I had a really bad hotflash where I had to lay on the floor for about 5 minutes, and then I felt like I was going to throw up. Haven't had that sense. I do feel tired so I've started taking it at night. Also, I feel like I have restless leg syndrome. But other than those things I am now able to focus and my OCD seems to have calmed down a lot. I still get anxious, but it doesn't stick around as long and I'm able to move on from it easier. I feel like I can live in the moment and not worry about my past or present or what issue I need to stop before it happens. I am able to focus better at work too. I think my husband likes me now."


"Went to my PCP for an increase in Effexor as was not doing well at all.  Have had several terrible things happen in the last year and was actually feeling "crazy" suicidal.  Also found that I developed diabetes.  My physician said there had been a lot of success with Viibryd and gave me samples.  I have only been on the medication for 4 days at this time but can already tell such a difference in my life.  I am sleeping better, a little drowsy in the morning but that was happening already.  At the same time I started Metformin so the loose stools could be from either medication.  I can live with those since I am doing so much better.  In order to stop the Effexor, I am taking it every other day for one full week. "


"I have had a bad cough for over a week. The Doctor said it was bronchitis and prescribed this and Septra. It does dry you up and quietens the cough. I've taken this before but, don't remember it making me feel so loopy, even 12 hours later. Definitely don't drive and it would be advisable to have someone around."


"I have found Sonata to be highly effective. I take 10mg when I get in bed and have relaxed a bit. I sleep 7-9 hours without waking up in the middle of the night. No grogginess in the morning. I have Major Depressive Disorder plus GAD, so sleep is very important in managing the disease -- and I get that sleep with Sonata. I took Ambien for a year or so but stopped when I washed dishes and cleaned my kitchen without remembering (sleepwalking, etc. are side effects of Ambien.) Weaning off the Ambien was a horrific experience -- I had rebound insomnia and didn't sleep for 3 days. Anyway, I highly recommend Sonata."


"I started Habitrol because when I quit drinking alcohol, I started smoking and eating everything in sight.  The Habitrol not only curbed my craving for alcohol, it curbed ALL of my cravings for substances I've struggled with for years.  I stopped using the patch for 2 days, and ate a whole batch of brownies to keep from drinking or smoking.

Don't know how this story will end, but whatever is in this product is a blessing to those of us suffering with addictions."


"I have taken one pill, waited it said 30 minutes and I thought O better lay down then, four hours later I wasn't asleep I was wide awake and had a bad headache. Next night my Doctor upped the dose, still no sleep and another very bad headache. I'm done, I also felt very odd I can't explain it disconnected. I would not recommend this drug at all. It's expensive and does more harm than good"


"I have chronic urinary tract infections. Every time I know one is coming on, I go to my doctor and this is what is prescribed. This last urinary tract infection I couldn't get treated because I have no insurance and didn't have the money for the office visit. so I tried to wait it out or flush it with water. It eventually turned to a Kidney Infection and I was put on this medication. It does the trick within a day every time."


"Not as much mood elevation as I'd hoped for, but significant reduction of negative symptoms. No road rage, more patience and tolerance of difficult/unpleasant, but necessary tasks."


"i have lost over 10 pounds in 2 weeks and have had no problem with them at all... I am sticking to low fat labels and cutting out all the bad stuff, the tablets are great because it gets you in the mindset of knowing that theres consequences if you have a lot of fat."


"I really didn't feel any relief from this oval white pill called percocet,it was one I've never had before never even seen this kind from my pharmacy, they have made me sick and I've had different ones that are great. If I receive these kind again I'll not be doing business with same pharmacy. I mean really was there something different in this pill with a u on it. I can't remember the other numbers because it's time for my refill an b4 I get them I'll tell my pharmacy not to give the same ones. Just letting everyone know they aren't worth a penny..thanks"


"I was on Loestrin 24 FE for years until they stopped making samples of it, and it was too expensive to buy. My doctor switched me to this pill. I lost 15-20 lbs, moods have been more stable and my sex drive has increased dramatically! The only con was i did break out really bad when I first switched, but now I'm on my 3rd pack and I'm getting my breakouts under control. I'm amazed at the weight I lost and didn't realize I gained it from my old birth control.. This is my new favourite!"


"after the birth of my second child and moving states away due to husbands job change I had HORRIBLE anxiety, what I thought was ONLY anxiety. I wouldn't leave the house for weeks on end. Finally 6 months later my husband and I agreed that I needed to seek help, being on medication was not something that I wanted, but something that I may need. At my first appointment I was diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety. I was started in 37.5mg of Effexor and .5mg Klonopin! I'll admit! The first week ish, was hell, as it should be... For anyone to take a new medication to treat this type of issue its going to be tough. After those couple weeks I noticed a good change. Then it leveled out and I now take 75mg, this medication Is working so well!"


"I'm 20 and been on this patch for 5 months and love it! First week was bad because of bad headaches and nausea but that went away."


"Can't believe how well this worked. I've become so scared when a migraine comes on that I almost didn't try this new drug but am I glad I did. A little achy around the neck area and felt a small amount of heaviness in the chest area but those symptoms went away quickly. The amazing part is that the headache didn't come when I took it as soon as the aura came.  Will be asking for a script for this one. "


"It saved my life. No more sleeping at my desk. I have had very little trouble with side effects. I learned to make sure 2 hours lapses after I eat before I take It so it will work."


"Been depressed for the last 8 years· 32 female, just took 10mg Lexapro starting to feel slightly better. I pray it works for me, thank you all for your experiences!"


"I had always suffered from stress, panic attacks, fear of leaving my home or being around people. Fear of going to the grocery store or being judged, attacked in one form or another. I never felt comfortable or that I fit in anywhere. I have PTSD and severe anxiety disorder. I fear the worse all the time. I didn't get started on benzodiazepines until later in life and they helped me in so many ways. Xanax works best for me. They have made it so I want to live. They don't make me tired. I sleep at night without having nightmares and wake up ready to face the day. Yes, I have become dependant on them and what is wrong with needing a medicine that has such a positive affect on my life. My doctor is gone so I have no one to help me."


"I've been on this pill for approximately for 6 weeks and in the first two weeks I was getting cystic acne- the worst ever ! The acne was occurring mainly on my chin, around my nose and above my lips. Now I'm getting acne on my forehead, as well as weird cravings (which I have never experienced before). My skin looks far worse than before and much like a cookie."


"Am 77 and have leg pain in evening, which restricts movement, etc. This relieves symptoms and I am able to continue daily functions much longer in day and gives me whole new latitudes on what I can/cannot do. Great medicine for me."


"Have Cervical Spondylosis, was amazed how well this medicine works.  Tylenol, etc does not reduce the inflammation which is very important in pain management.  Take pills 75mg 2 X daily, for 2-3 days, then go off of them until I cannot tolerate the pain. Last time I took Voltaren was in mid March, now it's mid April. Very happy."


"Upon getting a phone call from an old hook up, it turns out she recieved chlamydia. Now I wasn't sure if it was from me or someone else since it had been over a month since the last time we hooked up, but I thought it would be good to go ahead and take the medicine as a precaution. I find out in 2 days of I have the sti, but regardless I took the medicine today. 2 pills at 500mg each. I noticed I started sweating after about 20 minutes of taking the pills. Then by half an hour I was sweating so bad that I had to wrap a towel around me so I wouldn't soak my bed. I also tried turning the fan on, but the only thing that seemed to help is if I layer completely still on my back. I can honestly say this is the worst I have ever felt off medicine."


"I have been taking Lexapro for three years now. It has been a miracle. I have not had any panic attacks in over two years. I have a great outlook on life and am totally  comfortable in my own skin. Before I started I had panic attacks regularly. They were so bad that I would have them while driving, at work, while I was trying to sleep. I was a mess. Much, MUCH better with Lexapro."


"I had knee surgery last week and I wouldn't be able to go through the recovery without Percocet.  Before the pain was really frustrating.  I would wake up at least every 2 hours at night because I would subconsciously move my knee.  I feel its effects within 15 minutes.  Although some pain is still there, it is quite minor, and very manageable. It works."


"This medicine only worked for the first month for me. I would take it as directed but then suddenly the pain came back with a searing vengeance. It may just be me because everything I have tried for the fibromyalgia has done the same thing. There were more side effects on the Savella then on anything else I have taken. It made me lose a lot of weight because I couldn't eat through the nausea, and the hot flashes were horrible. Overall this medicine has seemed to help a lot of people but it wasn't right for me."


"Suffer from severe headache and usually no medicine works- but by chance on holiday I had one of these that belongs to my mum and I couldn't believe how quickly it disappeared as soon as I feel a migraine coming on I take naproxen now and it goes quickly"


"75 yrs old and l thought that l had to learn to live with the constant ache and debilitating stiffness from osteoarthritis in neck, back, thumbs, knees and ankles.  After all, there are many more people worse off.  Mobic is a magic pill - only 7.5 mg once or 2xs a day and l have my life back.  I can exercise, do household chores, and stand longer than 10 or 15 minutes to cook or do dishes."


"I give this a 7 because it does work. BUT be very cautious of the side effects. I was on it for 2 years, first started on the regular dose, then switched to extended release as the medicine would "wear off" throughout the day. While it helped tremendously with my depression and anxiety (it was almost non-existent) the side effects alone were debilitating. I gained 20 pounds, would fall asleep midday (we're talking I had to pry my eyes open to keep from passing out in the middle of a conversation), I was tired ALL DAY. I sweat PROFUSELY and the dizziness I experienced from missing a dose by only a few minutes, plus the heart palpitations were enough for me to stop. "


"After several weeks I finally got the doctor to change my script to Armour Thyroid I have begun to feel better.  Now I have to convince him to increase the dose.  He first told me he would "get in trouble with the law" if he prescribed Armour but when I told him I would call a pharmacy to check what he said, he recanted and ordered me Armouor Thyroid 15 mg.  I have had Armour on and off through my life.  The lab tests were not right as they had the level ranges too high.  Now I am back to square one.  I am looking forward to feeling the way I should.  God bless Armour Thyroid."


"I had a lumbar discectomy and was in pretty severe pain with pain meds. After taking the first day's dose (6 pills), that night I was feeling much, much better!  It was almost like magic."


"Terrible joint pain after 4 days. "


"I am a chronic pain patient and have tried dozens of medications for my pain. Opana works wonders through an IV when I'm in excruciating pain, but the oral pills just don't help as much. My pain doctor switched me from Oxycodone 4 times a day to Opana 3 times a day and it didn't touch my pain. I did some research and it only absorbs 10% orally. It's good as an IV or injection medication but not as much as an oral pill"


"My doctor prescribed Protonix which worked most of the time and every now and then I would take a Tums.  Then my doctor left and I didn't request a refill soon enough, so I decided to try Prilosec OTC.  My GERD disappeared after the first day.  I took it daily for 14 days as described on the box and never had a problem at all.  My GERD pain is coming back though, so I will be buying another box."


"Been having sleep issues for years. Tried Seroquel/Quetiapine some years ago... but at too high a dose. Was a 'zombie' for hours after waking. Now I take 25 mg or 50mg (depends on how tired I am) and am getting good sleep but w/ VERY vivid remember-able dreams. Seems like a good trade off. Am curious if it has long term effects.... anyone?"


"I am a 21 year old female. I was on Prozac for ten years (40 mg at the end) before switching to Effexor (37.5 mg at first, 262.5 mg now) because I was having issues with anxiety. I was ok for a while then I became extremely depressed and suicidal. My doctor increased my dose and although it did take away the misery and suicidal thoughts, I wouldn't describe myself as happy. I feel constantly tired, sleeping up to 16 hours a day. I can't work and social situations exhaust me. It took me a while to realize Effexor might be responsible for some of these symptoms. I am talking to a psychiatrist about changing my medication but I'm very worried about the infamous withdrawl from Effexor."


"I have been using the pill for two and a half weeks now and absolutely love it. I had previously used Sprintec, a generic over the counter pill that was free, and prior to Obamacare was 9 dollars a month with my insurance. I changed pills after my insurance refused to allow me to take yaz and the next best option was this. My skin is more clear, my attitude is happier, my sex drive is through the roof, and I think depending on your natural level of hormones, this pill can do great things for you. I don't approve of the cost, but thankfully my doctor said he will supply me with free monthly trial packets until my insurance agrees to cover yaz."


"After suffering since 2008 a trip to the Emergency room Thanksgiving 2012 resulted in a prescription for Nexium. It has been a life saver, I have been on it less then a week. After having episodes of throwing up at least 5 times a week during the night and heartburn daily my throat was raw and I constantly had issues. It has been amazing to be able to again eat what I want without the repercussions. I was afraid to try it because of the cost pre-insurance but I printed a online discount card and used my insurance and it was very affordable and not to mention I am able to sleep through the night without having my head elevated and the other issues I was having. I have 7 ulcers diagnosed in 2008 and haven't had an issue all week. I LOVE NEXIUM!"


"While pregnant with baby #3, I started having joints pop out of their sockets (I've been diagnosed with EDS, but at the time my doctors had no idea what was going on). This caused extreme pain, especially when it was a hip.

My OB/GYN prescribed Tylox for the pain and it helped a lot.

After giving birth, I was prescribed Tylox following my c-section and breastfed my baby with no ill effects.

As for the "it is unknown if this medication passes into breastmilk"...that is completely untrue. Dr. Hale has studied nearly every medication on the market using breastmilk samples (& blood, plasma, etc). For any doctors reading this, or any nursing mothers, I recommend you look up "Medications and Mother's Milk"."


"I started Zoloft about a week ago. I think I feel better. My anxiety and the what if thoughts does not seem to bother me as much. I still feel sad at times. I am going to stay on it longer to get the full effect.  Side effects: loss of appetite, stomach pain, headache, mood swings.  I was in a bad place. My anxiety was terrible. Racing thoughts my brain just would not shut off. I had no control. Its just a really bad feeling. I didn't want to try any medicine I put it off for a week but my doctor kept calling me and convinced me to come in. She said PPD is a real thing and its nothing I did wrong. I felt ashamed of my feelings. I should be happy I just had a beautiful healthy newborn baby. All I felt was sad and worried about everything."


"I'm done with the first day of meds and I feel horrible. I got prescribed Flagyl (500mg 2x a day for 7days) due to having a Bartolin Abscess. Prior to the medication, the only symptom I had from the abscess was extreme pain where the abscess is located. So far, I have felt extreme fatigue, extreme headache, nausea, & sour taste in my mouth. On the bright side, the area where my abscess is located still hurts but definitely not as much. I gave it a 10 on the scale because the Flagyl is effective regardless of the worst side effects I've ever experienced. I've been on many different antibiotics before but none have ever made me feel like this. Definitely hoping I never develop a Bartolin Abscess ever again because Flagyl is not fun to take"


"I was a smoker for 41 years. Over the years more and more until it became a 3 pack a day habit. I started taking Chantix and after 3 weeks I was smoke free. Smoke free now for 13 days! After taking it for 3 weeks I was still smoking around 15 to 18 cigarettes per day. So I was really scared that it was not going to work for me. On the 22nd day I decided to not smoke for as long as I could that day and I ended up not smoking the whole day. So that was my start to quitting. Each day after that I just did not smoke. It really did not bother me! The first 2 or 3 days that I started taking Chantix I was really sleepy but after 3 days that went away. I take it with food and water and so far have had no side affects."


"I would recommend any one to give this Champix a try. After the first 4 or 5 days I had quit all smoking. No side effects that amount to any concern."