"My wife has pulmonary arterial hypertension along with COPD and Lung cancer. The results of my wife using Tyvaso was truly remarkable. She showed improvements in a very short time frame. She has progressed to 9 puffs 4 times a day. She has had very light side effects, i.e. sore throat and mild cough during treatments. The sore throats have diminished drastically when rinsing and gargling with warm tap water between puffs and after treatments. The coughing is mild and only presents during treatment. The positive results were noticeable as early as 6 weeks and have been amazing. She looks and feels better than she has in a year. Her stamina has increased by approximately 25%. Tyvaso has given our family hope and the strength to fight her other major health problems! Thank you!"


"I was given this drug 2 years ago for insomnia after withdrawal from drug/alcohol abuse.  This drug has changed me so much I don't ever want to get off of it.  I take 100-150mg every night experiencing deep sleep with weird dreams that I like.  A calm hungover feeling in the morning which dissipates into just a calmness for the rest of the day.  I think well, have lowered anxiety, and a positive feeling toward life.  If you really want to be your old self you can still muster it from within when needed though, then return back to the comfortable altered state afterward when you want to.  "


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"Was given this for a colonoscopy prep. Drs orders said to begin prep at 4pm and second round at 8pm. Colonoscopy was scheduled at 8 am next day. I started it at 2pm and did second round at 6pm. Had no idea what to expect so wanted to get it over with. Had only heard horror stories about people having to redo the whole test because prep didn't work. Didn't want to go through it again. Took about 40 min for it to work. Didn't have to go running to the bathroom. Also, drinking the 5 glasses of water after, wasn't so bad either. Have to say that the second round worked better than the first. And, it doesn't taste bad either. But colder is better. Finally "ran clear" by 10 pm and was able to sleep. Colonoscopy went well too."


"Pristiq gives me energy and brings me up from the deep depression when no other anti-depressant can.   I haven't had to take a huge dose to get that effect either, which is fantastic."


"On this drug for 2 weeks, had severe side effects, swelling of both hands, rash,and small bubbles started appearing (pop it like water). now its on both feet,arm pit. I had to stop taking it."


"I also am having trouble getting out of bed and getting motivated and terrible dreams that make me punch and kick. I even had the police called on me for dreaming. I used to not have these problems also. I've been taking this long term and now has manifested into this the last 6 months. For some reason after taking this for long time it changes and now I have to stop taking it again."


"For years, I have had L1-L2 pain from a compression fracture and moderate disc degeneration. The pain relief from this is so much better than anything else I have taken, and I can go about my normal life without feeling drugged up like Oxycontin or other narcotic pain killers.  Not 100% relief yet though.  I've only had it for a few weeks and my doctor and I are still working to find the right dosage.  I'm on 15mg every 8 hours at the moment and will probably move up to 20mg soon.  It's very promising though."


"Champix is beyond impressive!  I was advised to become aware of those "triggers" that drove me to reach for that cigarette in the first place before starting Champix. Stress is notorious for that, as well as that after meal cigarette. I came  up with many different positive ways to get around those triggers by switching them up. By day 3 in my 2nd week of taking Champix, I could only smoke half of a cigarette because it tasted and smelled that bad! One smoke that day is all I had. Side effects of nausea don't last for long for me. MAYBE up to a 1/2 hour at most, but not a craving for nicotine since I started my 2nd week. This is what impresses me the most! I'm starting week 3 tomorrow, and becoming smoke free with incredible ease."


"I'm 18 and have been on Cryselle for around 3 years. I have 3-4 day periods that are generally pretty light and manageable. No weight gain or mood swings, but I've suffered from acne since I hit puberty and recently realized that my skin completely clears up during my placebo pill week. I really think that the hormones in Cryselle are what's been giving me such bad skin. Although I really like everything else about this pill, I'm switching to another next week that will hopefully improve my skin."


"Helped tremendously with motivation, concentration, mid-morning fatigue, and overall feeling of well-being. No direct side-effects other than occasional itchy/burning forearms (which may or may not be attributed to the drug - possibly a pinched nerve in neck.)"


"I have been on Nuva Ring for about a week now. I was on birth control pill and I found that I hated taking a pill everyday, so I did some research on the ring and decided to do a three month trial and so far I love it. It's nice to not have to worry about taking a pill everyday. I love it!"


"I started Adipex in 2006 weighing in at 215lbs and used it for 2 months, got down to 185lbs, which is less 30 lbs. I stopped taking it and gained 15lbs, give or take. I started it again 2 days ago at 196lbs and weighed in today at 189lbs. The positive thing is I crave water, and since I am never hungry I eat healthy because I don't want to eat anything. "


"I got side effects of numb feet, hands, and lips, does not work longer than 6 hours. Causes sleepless nights, and anxious symptoms. Itchy nose area."


"When I first started taking invega it took away the voices and delusional thoughts better than the other injection I was receiving. Weening off of it was not hard but I was also taking large doses of niacin and lithium at the time. I had a manic episode that lasted 3 months after withdrawing. After that, one injection brought me back to reality in less than a day. I have extreme weight gain on invega, drousiness (sleep 12 hours a day) and decreased sex drive. Though it is important for me to point out, like I said, no mania or hallucinating. I function well on the injection. It is the side effects that I have troubles dealing with."


"I've just started on paxil. Doctor said take in morning but I've been horribly groggy and depressed. So I switched to taking it at night and there's an amazing difference! I'm energetic and I feel good this far. I can organize My thoughts and anxiety seems to be down abit but like I said just the begenning.

Weight loss- paxil curbs my appetite!! It's great because I need to lose a lot of weight. I've lost about 6 pounds so far but I am also dieting, exercising, and actively trying to lose weight the appetite suppressant affect just help me a lot!"


"I began .06 dose on November 9th at 8:45 pm. So far so good, as I do not have any side effects that were reported by others. Saxenda has definitely suppressed my appetite. I have to make myself eat. I eat small and often. I’m so excited about this journey. I am 5’8 and weighed in at 244 lbs. I will keep posted my progress. Good luck to everyone!"


"I have PTSD with flashbacks/anxiety and don't want to take benzodiazepines because I'm also an addict.  While Vistaril doesn't work quite as well, it does help and I feel better about taking it."


"We all have challenges in life. I suffer from PTSD and depression. Over the years I have tried a few different medications. My fantastic physican based in Phoenix, AZ recommeded Cymbalta. It has really made a positive difference in my life.

I have noticed that I'm doing a lot better in life. First my body pains have decreased. Followed by I'm more happy and positive. I'm more active in the local community through my commitment to a couple different volunteer organizations.

If it wasn't for my caring and magnificent physican and NP I wouldn't be where I'm at today. I'm grateful for their support and on how well Cymbalta works. My quality of life has improved. Thank you for your time."


"I started this on 8/11 at 274.4 lbs (female 5'6") and today I am down 4 pounds to 270.4lb. The first day I felt like a tweaker, and had nausea in the morning but I realized it was another medicine I take also making me sick, so today I felt fine. I got a normal lunch portion, and 1/4 of the way through I was done. I haven't thought about food at all. I've made a conscious effort to lower my carb intake to try to get the best results. I had already changed my lifestyle before starting this medicine which I feel will continue to give me better results. It will make you very thirsty so plan on spending a lot of time in the bathroom and refilling your water. I will check back in at the end of the month! Super excited for this little boost!"


"Self administration of intramuscular injection three times weekly for major depression. Improvement to major depression has resulted in  obvious improvements after 5+ years of unsuccessful treatments by multiple medical professions.
Undesirable requirement is giving a self-injection!"


"Beginning month 2 of Zohydro. Cannot believe the negative press! It is a long overdue blessing to chronic pain sufferers. I have multiple back issues and surgeries. The Norco 4x a day was causing about as much issue with my stomach and intestines as helping with pain. Finally asked, is there an option? Pain clinic Dr said good results with Zohydro! As we are adjusting the dosage, I take 5 mg of norco for breakthrough pain, but consider that temporary. Me, my back AND stomach are much better and much more level pain relief.  Thanks again!!!"


"Absolutely LOVE this pill. I had major issues on other pills with being irritable, irrational, emotional and feeling symptoms of withdrawl during the placebo week. Decided to try the lower estrogen with only 2 days of placebos and I've had no issues. Periods are wierd on this pill. Sometimes I get them, sometimes I don't. Sometimes they are in the middle of the pack. They are very expensive but completely worth it. I feel great on these pills."


"I started feeling the calming effects of Lexapro after about three weeks. I'm high-achieving, driven, and I love being productive and challenged. Episodes of depression have made dealing with everyday life somewhat difficult, mostly due to the insomnia that comes with depression/anxiety. I was having difficulty sleeping for about a week when I broke down and spoke with my doctor. I was prescribed Lexapro and my symptoms are almost entirely alleviated. I work midnights so I take Lexapro at around 3:00 PM. The first week I had very bad headaches and felt dizzy. I took 5 mg instead of the 10 mg which decreased the intensity of the headaches, and again, the side effects subsided pretty quickly. In addition to this, I lost eight pounds."


"Was sick on Friday then took Tamiflu at night didn't sleep very well but felt 80% better next day. Just eat something with it. It works pretty good."


"I was once you, anxiously reading reviews for Lexapro. I began getting severe anxiety and mild depression and my doctor recommended 10mg of Lexapro. I have never liked taking drugs, but I felt like it was my only choice.

The first 2-3 weeks my experience worsened. Every side effect you could have, I had. Drowsiness, sleep problems, nausea, vomiting, decreased libido, constant yawning, the list goes on. However it started to lighten up every week. By Week 6, every side effect was gone.

11 months later and I'm still on 10mg and I can't explain how much my life has improved over the past year. My life is back. I'm happier than ever and enjoying every aspect of life again. It may be hard at the start, but it's worth it. I believe in you! peace"


"This medication made me very aggresive, hostile and just plain angry.  This is after only taking it for a week and a half too."


"I just renewed my prescription today so I have been on Lutera for a year. I consider myself a low maintenance person and Lutera fits well into keeping me that way. I have not noticed barely anything changing while I am on it except I went up a cup size. I don't necessarily like that, but my periods are normal and it has worked to prevent pregnancy. I take it at 10pm every night. I don't have any complaints and have been truly satisfied with he results especially because my insurance covers the cost 100%."


"Been on it for ten years sugars are normal now. Plus the first seven months  I lost 100 lbs. In the 10 years     since  weight has stabilized  at 90 lbs   loss. NEVER came back. 5'7" 148 lbs, can eat too!"


"I have had Implanon since I had my daughter in March of 09. I have had no problems, not one.... no weight gain, no headaches, no pregnancy and most of all since then I have had 3-4 day periods!"


"I got Skyla inserted almost a month ago. My cramps and lower back pain were bad for a few days, and 1600 mg ibuprofen daily didn't help much. (My periods are usually heavy and painful; I had vaginal delivery without anesthesia. The pain from the Skyla could be compared to my worst period cramping.) By the end of the first week they became tolerable, but I was still spotting. There were 2 or 3 days when I didn't spot, then I started having bad cramps again + spotting, and a long and painful period followed that was a little lighter than usual.
Well, I'm still spotting/bleeding and having cramps and obviously not pregnant because I have no mood when I'm in constant pain.
I'm willing to give this method another 2 months..."


"After switching from Linzess, I’ve been using this meditation for about 2 months. Definitely a much more tolerable drug to use than the leading brand."


"I started taking this medicine to quit smoking and I haven't had a cigarette in over 6 month's the best thing I could have ever done. I thank God every day for giving me the will power. Yes I was moody AND all the side effects that are listed but I really wanted to quit smoking. I smoked Newport 100s and a pack a day. I feel great and I really didn't gain any weight maybe a few pounds but I made sure I kept busy. Thankyou sincerely I'm so grateful."


"has anyone heard of bladder cancer as a  result of taking Jardiance ? I am been treated for early stages of it"


"I LOVE IT! Can't rave enough about it. No mood swings, no strong appetite, GREAT SEX DRIVE. Super quick and painless to get put in, lasts 3 years! I have had it in for 10 months now and have not had ONE period. I also LOST weight on it. Before when I was bouncing from pill to pill, my weight would fluctuate and no amounts of the gym would ever help... now I am doing my same regimen at the gym with results (not saying this is because of the pill) but my appetite is not as STRONG as it was on the pill. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT."


"I'm 32 and have 1 kiddo who is 7. I'm been on the birth control struggle bus for years trying to find something that didn't make me unpredictably moody. I've tried almost all birth control pills under the sun and nothing seemed to work. My doctor took me off of birth control completely  for 3 months and I felt great. He told me about Liletta and that the hormones would stay centralized (meaning it would not affect my mood). So I opted to get it inserted. Insertion was god awfully painful! But a day later I knew it was worth it. 3 days after I broke out into hives! I was allergic and had to get it removed today. Quick and painless for removal. I wish it had worked for me."


"I have been taking Librax during periods of high stress when my irritable bowel syndrome would flare up since the early 1980s. I don't take it as prescribed - it's too much. I take one capsule when symptoms flare up and I usually don't need another one. 30 capsules can last me 6 months or until they expire. Librax can cause cotton mouth. I've tried Bentyl and Levsin and they don't work nearly as well on the spasms. I also get esophageal spasms and the Librax does a nice job of stopping them."


"I've had the Implanon since November. I was on my period when it was inserted, and I've pretty much been bleeding nonstop since. On most days it's just moderate spotting however it does get quite annoying. Despite this minor inconvenience and a few slight headaches, I really don't have any major complaints. Overall, I am very satisfied."


"I have been prescribed Dyox for the lyme disease tick bite. Ya it messes with my stomach a bit but I don't have Lyme disease. I have been bit and red circled 7 times, NO LYME."


"started the patch this month, am on 4th day of the patch free week and spent the last few days terrified that i might be pregnant - today I got my 'period'  aka BC withdrawal bleeding but have been nauseous all night. so, still not sure where I stand on the pregnancy thing. have also noticed:
sore breasts
weight gain of around 5kg despite no increase in appetite and sometimes even eating less than usual (not fun since I'm already overweight to start with)
strange dry itchy rash on my lower inner thighs
some vaginal dryness
overall I don't have much confidence in this... even if I'm not pregnant it's scary to see the edges peeling off or a regular shower loosening the adhesive.
switching back 2 condoms pill and will save for an IUD."


"I was on 16mg of suboxone for about 3 months before I switched to Bunavail. On Suboxone I just couldn't maintain a normal life. I had such terrible headaches I relapsed every week. I couldn't keep switching from the medication to my addiction and I was sick of it all. I thought I was doomed to be an addict. My doctor suggested I switch to Bunavail and started me at 8mgs a day. It was, for me, a life changer. I wasn't experiencing the terrible headaches and I didn't keep relapsing. No cravings! Now I'm tapering off, I'm down to around a half mg a day. I don't think this was even possible for me on Suboxone."


"So you find out you have herpes, now what? I've read so many stories on blogs and different websites about how people disclose the topic to potential partners and their fears. Here's the deal guys, if you use Valtrex and a condom, the chance of you giving the infection to the other person is less than 2% (assuming you aren't having an active outbreak). If a girl/guy has an issue with the fact and can't see you anymore because of it than good! It's better you find out they weren't that into you this way than 6 months and countless dates later. A cure is right around the corner if you follow the updates in the medical community so hang tough and forget the stigma!"


"Just finished my second course of two weeks on/two off/two on.  I pray this works! The side effects I experienced were between moderate  to severe (flu like, headache, upset stomach). My nose looks like I burned off the entire end/tip.  It is very sore, crusting, oozing- very ugly. But if this is the price I pay for the medicine to hopefully work, I've sucked it up!  I had MOHS March of 15 and the new treatment spot is adjacent to the old scar.  Praying this works..."


"I take 50 mg nightly, and will continue to indefinitely, because I get 7-8 hours solid sleep. I never take it until I'm ready to lie down in bed. After a few minutes of reading, drowsiness sets in and I sleep soundly all night.

My only complaint is that, even though I am aware of dreaming, I'm unable to remember them even after only seconds of waking. I'd like to remember my dreams, because they likely serve a purpose, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make. For me, with severe insomnia for 20 years, it's been the only thing I could count on to work with no discernable side effects. A life-changer for me."


"I was given 20 mg of Vyvanse for Binge Eating Disorder 4 days ago. I have suffered with BED for over 40 years. Been to therapy for 30 of those years and never really helped. I am 59 yy and exercise regularly, eat right don't smoke or drink or drug. But I binge and have always been 15-20 lbs overweight.
Well the first day I took it, I DID NOT OBSESS OVER FOOD which I have all my life. Weekends have been hell especially when dieting, which I am constantly doing. And when not dieting I'm bingeing-classic BED. So I eat a regular meal then A piece of candy or sweet not he whole bag! And then I don't obsess over the next bag. I think that's how "normal eaters" do it. Truly amazing! I hope it lasts. Weight loss is bound to happen, but more importantly, no obsession"


"I have been on Belviq for 2 months now. So far, I've lost 17 pounds. I started at 240. I am in my late 30's and have struggled with being overweight since I started working in the corporate world. I've noticed that I don't have the late night cravings that I used to have and I feel full after dinner up until the next morning. I used have the need to snack before bed, but that has gone away since I've been on Belivq. No side effects expect a dry mouth the first week or so. I also used to drink a six pack of beer on the weekends but I've noticed that I don't feel the urge to binge drink anymore.... and I feel great!"


"I take Prevacid twice a day, and never have a problem"


"I lost 70 lbs in 6 mos. on Phentermine 37.5 . I had to have surgery and the surgeon required me to come off of it 3 weeks prior to the surgery and 3 weeks post surgery, then I had some complications following my surgery... I gained 23 lbs back which was very disappointing.

I just picked up my new prescription today and can't wait to get started again!
The only side effect I had in the past was the first 3-4 nights I had trouble sleeping.After that no problem!But the main key is drink plenty of water !
It does really work and you are not hungry!"


"I've been prescribed to take this medicine twice a day for 15 days and have really bad cystic acne. I'm about a week in and I think I'm in the purging period. All of the deep cysts in my face are becoming nodules!! I hope this goes away fast. I suggest not using many other products with this as it makes your skin super sensitive and I've been having a really red face if I use anything too harsh."


"I had initial T-cell count of 175 (full blown AIDS) & viral load of 220,000 almost 4 years ago. I began Atripla and within 6 months my numbers were sensational; T-cells 600  and viral load was/is undetectable. The crazy dreams were minimal. I miss solid bowel movements but that is a very low price to pay for my health and peace of mind. I went back to college a couple of years ago and I can not take the medicines and stay up really late to do homework because it feels really weird and my head spins but if I take it and go right to bed then I feel nothing unusual. I have never paid attention to the not eating for two hours guidelines and have noticed no issues. I am eternally grateful for Atripla."


"I suffered from chronic sinusitis had a deviated septum,  using Afrin daily for over 30 years.   Multiple ENTs over the years tried to help me break the Afrin habit  was various medications and sprays to no avail.   My sinuses with swell up, and I would be unable to breathe, and run to the store to buy more Afrin.  FINALLY, a new ENT suggested Qnasl, and within days of using it, I was able to breathe through the night without having to use Afrin.  QNASL IS A MIRACLE MED!!   The cost is high and out of pocket for me was $39, but it was well worth it!"


"I have been taking this on a weekly basis for the past 8 months but I noticed that in the last three weeks it's been giving me diarrhea the moment I take it. It just goes right through me.

This medication is effective, but you have to make sure your body can handle it.  I did, for a while, until recently."


"I have been on Effexor for 18 years.   Yes, that's right: 18 YEARS.  It saved my life and then some.   I had very severe clinical depression back in 1995.  I was suicidal and anxious to the nth degree.   Effexor has brought joy back to my life and has enhanced my creativity and sexual desire.  I have been blessed with this medication.  It was the first anti-depressant my doctor prescribed and most likely the last.   A match made in Paradise: Effexor and I."


"Hello, I had posted on here a few months ago (scroll down to see it)  but I had my dose upped and honestly I take a total of 600mcg a day, and they DO work! The first month was spotty but now at my higher dosage I feel great, I think its a good start at least for some of you, but it can get pricy. Look out for 75%-90% off coupons for any medicine. Just remember it is for chronic long term pain and the more you take it (as prescribed please!!! It is still addicting despite its dosage) you realize it does help, it does make you want to get out bed, and honestly it takes away my chronic pelvic pain better than anything except oxycodone 30 mg, but I cannot get those. I'm proud to be the first patient in my doctors office to be on this"


"Worked the first time!"


"This caused me severe muscle pain and cramps ."


"Have been taking for over 1 week now and after have all over fibromyalgia pain as well as night sweats, I am sleeping much better and my pain is 1/2 what it was. I was told to give it 60 days to really work but I felt better after one day."


"I took this drug for about a week and it did relieve my constipation due to suboxone treatment. After about a week I was going into withdrawals, had to leave work early and was a complete fucking mess by the time I got home. I'm going back to Miralax because it worked, kiND of. Had such hope for this medicine but once it built up in my system I was having full on with drawl. No thank you. Overpriced anyway."


"It seems to do a better job than other anti-inflammatories."


"Started on augmentin the day prior to a simple tooth extraction. It gave me a slightly upset stomach but quickly subsided with yogurt/probiotics etc. Took more augmentin after extraction, no upset stomach but noticed tiny bumps on lower half of face and neck. Started to feel hot and kind of itchy, very shaky. Shortly after I started burping and felt hungry like I hadn't eaten in days. An hour after 3rd dose was like a scene from the Exorcist. Never vomited so hard in my entire life, it was painful. Doc said to stop taking it - no duh. Stopped taking augmentin but nausea and exorcist vomiting still here. Face still hot and bumpy, skin itchy. Never allergic to reg. amoxicillin. I want this new med outta my system! NEVER AGAIN"


"I got the Mirena about 3 weeks ago, I'm 21 and have 2 children. The ob told my husband that he would feel the strings and no intercourse for 2 weeks. Well the bleeding has been nonstop, slightly heavy. I'm not really sure if I like it or not. My ob, by her own choice had to numb me and give me a shot for pain right before I had it inserted.  I'm not really sure if this is normal. I have acne now haven't had it since I was 18, I've gained weight and I get sleepy very easily now."


"I suffer from this type of schizophrenia since the late 1900's early 2,000's and nothing worked for my depressive episodes.
I spent the last two weeks in bed because of a depressive episode and my family was ready to take me to the psych. hospital again.
I did not want to be hospitalized, I have been hospitalized aproximately 14 times in the last 10 years with no improvement until I found this a sample bottle of Wellbutrin XL in an old medicine box that I have next to bed.
This medication took me out of bed within a day, literally, so I called my doctor and told me about it and he couldn't believe it either.
Before this medication I felt useless, now I am getting back in track like I used to be many years ago. Side effects will go away soon."


"My OC switched me from letrozole to exemestane because I was having some bone loss. I was a little more tired and achey on the Letrozole so assumed the same from exemesterane but oh my gosh what a difference. I gained 6Lbs in a month, horrible headaches, pins and needles in hands, back pain, fatigue, waking up in the middle of the night, hot flashes, ring in my ears and blurry vision.  I'm switching back to Lettozole at least the s/e are tolerable. I guess everyone is different if it works for others awesome but not for me. These reviews are so needed in our for-profit health-care system. Doctors  won't tell you or don't know about all the side effects and who even knows about long term ones....."


"I have been on the same dose of tapentadol and tramadol for 2 years for atypical trigeminal neuralgia with no development of tolerance. Limited gastrointestinal side effects and no CNS side effects. The medication has not lost any efficacy and has been more effective for my pain than Duragesic (fentanyl) 25mcg patches. With the Nucynta savings program I pay only $25 a month for 120 tablets."


"I have been on Celexa for nearly two weeks and it has been a huge help. I can finally get up, bathe, get dressed, and go out. I am able to take my children to school and actually function. This is my first time taking meds but I am open to them since I have educational background in mental health. I am a grad school student and was first put on Prozac but after nearly two weeks I went from severe anxiety to falling into a deep, terrible depression that left me unable to function. My Dr. immediately switched me to Zoloft but after only 4 days I became severely nauseated, so once again I was switched to Celexa, and finally I can say that now I have gotten some serious relief. Only side effects are itching and dizziness. Good luck to you."


"I have been on Tenuate 75mg since March 9th.  I have dropped 20 lbs in approx. 9 weeks.  My calorie goal is 1100-1200 although some days I am lucky to reach 600. I am just not that hungry. I also changed my eating habits.  Grilled chicken vs fried and lots of salads with reduced or fat free dressings.  Tenuate and My Fitness Pal have been my "crutches".  I still have a long way to go but I am determined to do it!"


"Contrave gave me heart issues and it makes you feel really sick.  Needs to be off the market"


"Ok I'm on my second day of this stuff. Last night being my first night was absolutely miserable. So much so that I had to go to sleep to forget about my discomfort. Within 5 mins of inserting this it makes my vag feel like it's in fire and makes me want to itch like crazy. After the itching somewhat calms down then the burning ensues. The only reason I am using it a second night is that I have read that if you can grin and bear it that it does help so I'm trying to just push through it, but next time I'll be doing something different and it won't be this stuff....."


"Have had propofol twice now (once for flexible sigmoidoscopy and once for a colonoscopy).  It worked wonderfully for me - woke up feeling like I had a long refreshing nap.  I tend to be super sensitive to drugs and usually suffer side effects from them so I am amazed at how good I felt after the propofol.  No lasting side effects at all.  Sorry to hear it was unpleasant for some!"


"Was only on it for 4 months to regulate my period. Started out okay and period were light and on schedule. The last 2 months I was on it I had my period for two weeks!! Also made me very depressed, I gained weight, craved food 24/7, and retained water and felt bloated all the time."


"It helped me to calm my racing thoughts and get to sleep and stay asleep."


"Back pain 7 yrs ... Spinal Stenosis and Degenerative Disc ... Once I was prescribed Opana ER I was also prescribed a companion breakthrough medicine taken 4 x daily, these have been rotated every few mos. Dr. started Opana 10 ER 2 x daily, then Opana ER 20 twice daily. I'm now on Opana ER 40mg twice daily.

I'm seldom pain free but with Opana ER 40 and a breakthrough medicine I'm more comfortable.  I can now stand and do tasks for short periods, then sit until the pain subsides.  This method has allowed me to cook, do laundry, raise tomatoes, etc.  I know that sounds limited but before I was pretty much chair bound.  NOW FEEL I HAVE MY LIFE BACK.

SEVERE CONSTIPATION only reaction but I've had that with every pain medicine prescription."


"For the last few years I starting having trouble keeping my erections starting causing issues in my relationship so I finally asked my doctor about e.d. meds and he prescribed cialis 20mg . And the first time I took one took about 30 minutes and WOW I couldn't believe how good this worked rock hard for the first time in about 3 yrs great confidence booster ! The  effects lasted about 2 days this stuff is awesome !"


"I have been taking Keppra for 1 week now and have only had the side effect of drowziness and dizziness but there is one thing that's not on here that I have and it's a bad taste in my mouth. All the time a lot of things will make me sick if I eat them like chicken and pork they have a sewer taste in my mouth no matter how bad I brush my teeth it wont go away. I don't take any other medicines besides keppra. I have epilepsy and used to take depakote but was taken off of it when I was 18 because of weight gain. I have not had a seizure in 5 years then I got them again the doctor put me on keppra and told me it will help."


"How often do you find a product that really does what it;s supposed to? Never. But this stuff really works 100%. I wouldn't say I had severe sweating problems, but my underarms were wet constantly. I was constantly uncomfortable because of it, always felt this nasty wetness and could never wear any shirt more than once. Wearing slim fitting tops was out of the question and I can't tell you how many silk blouses I've ruined after only 1 wear. This product worked instantly, I applied it overnight and the next day I didn't sweat AT ALL, not even a tiny bit. I now apply it twice a week and I forgot what sweating is. I can wear anything and feel comfortable all day long. And it's cheap too! $10 without insurance, can't beat that."


"I'm on my second month of taking this bc and noticed in the first month my face was very dry. Had a few small breakouts. This could also be contributed from using Glycolic Acid Cream. But I have had some pretty bad bloating and terrible gas and constipation. Though it did help the length of my cycle from 10/15 days down to 5/7 days. Cramps are a breeze compared to before Aviane.  Sex drive isn't high but I had issues with my sex drive before taking Aviane. Pretty bad breast tenderness and growth. If this bc is not the reasoning for my tummy issues then I would recommend it."


"Used to get hallucinations at times in the night after using pioglitazone. Scary side effect. My doctor changed me over to a different combination."


"Oh my god took 4 white pills (250mg) about 2 hours ago and my stomach is cramping so bad! I just want to sleep and I can't, I just want to be sick and I can't! When will it end?! Bad diahorrea too!"


"The one medication that has helped so drastically with depression and anxiety but so addictive if other methods can be found I suggest going down another road"


"I gotten my first shot around Sept/Oct of 2015 and I bled ALL THREE MONTHS . December of 2015 I was due for a second shot and I decided not to go get my second shot . And ever since then I've been bleeding off and on . It would stop for couple hours and then back to bleeding . I had a typical white discharge one day and when I went to go shower I was bleeding through my pants . And I'm only 18 YEARS OLD !!! The depo shot has completely ruined my periods . Does anyone know if you can get an infection from nonstop bleeding ?"


"I was on 50mg first...I was crazy then I went on 100mg. Changed my life.  I was actually living! ! When I missed a few days, I thought it was making me sick,  but never missed any doses. Then my doctor cancelled on me 3 days in a row . At that point it was 6 days,  so I said screw it, I'll stay off them  and I did fine. Wasn't sickly...didn't go crazy. I was fine.
This past 3.5 years of being off it, I've gone way down hill.  So I'm excited about going back on them and getting a life back.  I tell you,  before I went on them I was in a really bad place.  PTSD,  from my child hood, my brother killed him self, had none in my life.  Got on pills started jogging and working out, eating good, because I felt good for once. Lost 50lbs. Getting back"


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"I am half way through this treatment of IV infusion of Ferrlecit. Each time after the infusion, both arms break out in terrible rash, and swell alot. The IV arm is much worse than the opposite arm. I also have chest pain and general malaise. I am taking histamine blockers at the time of the infusion to help but it doesn't help much."


"Developed memory loss, (MMSE 16/30) , developed total body neuralgia, developed instability, developed cogging (regitity of muscle tone), developed Parkinsonian symptoms,"


"I had my mirena placed at the end of May. An hour before my appointment I took 800mg of ibuprofen and ate a small breakfast. The pain during the placement wasn't bad, some cramps for maybe a minute (but I also have a child). I was on the last day of my menstrual cycle and barely had any bleeding from mirena. I went off birth control pills because my mood was horrible, I was always on edge and since switching I feel more like myself. My acne has gotten worse and I just finally saw a dermatologist. I got 2 creams and spironolactone to help with my hormonal acne. If you've had acne previous to placement I would recommend seeking treatment from the start instead of suffering to see if it clears as time goes on. Other than that I feel great!"


"It is absolutely amazing the way it works."


"Yummy and good"


"Started 7/9/16, it's morning of 7/18. So far I have lost 11lbs. Just recently started week 2 and I'm feeling the sleepiness and nausea it's not horrific, concerned I might have to go to 1 pill again but for 11lbs in 9 days I'll try to stick it out. I'm not sure if it's all in my head but my cravings have pretty much gone and my portions are incredibly small and I'm really not hungry at all any more. I've also been more interested in walking which before hand if someone even mentioned they were going for a walk I would want to throw up- I've even started to add 5-10 push-ups after my daily walk. Super thirsty all the time but I haven't retained any of the water and I try to mix it up- put some lemons or cucumbers in the water for added boost"


"Overall, this medicine got me out of the hospital in one day with a large clot in my calf.  Much better than the IV drip option.  Shots in stomach aren't too bad if you go slow...let the medicine work its way in slowly.  I did experience small bruising at each shot location, and significant abdominal muscle pain.  The muscle pain was a unique side effect from all the sites I searched, but I was very careful not to inject into a muscle."


"Zoloft, for me, has been a wonder drug.  It worked incredibly well for me in combating anxiety associated with Post Natal Depression.  Initially I had the shakes and dry mouth and a little dizziness, but that passed after a couple of weeks.  I highly recommend sticking with the side effects and trying it for at least 8 weeks.  From being almost bed bound, I completed a nursing degree, got a great job and am raising 2 kids as a single Mum.  I found keeping busy the helps with my anxiety.  CBT and Zoloft were, however, the most effective treatments for keeping panic at bay."


"I've had psoriasis for 35 years and  arthritis for perhaps 30.  For about 9 years I took Enbrel and methotrexate with very good results.  Despite my long-term success with this combo, about 6 months ago I decided to replace Enbrel with Otezla, primarily because I wanted to decrease my use of immunosuppressants and because of the cancer risks associated with Enbrel.   For the first 2-3 weeks I had the expected side effects, the worst being having to move my bowels 5-6 times a day.  Also some headaches.  Now, six months in, I think I am ready to go back to Enbrel.   My scalp psoriasis used to be almost non-existent but is now getting bad.  Same for my elbows/forearms.  I also have many aches and pains that I've never had before...."


"I have been taking Latuda now for 3 months and it has really helped me. Before I was very angry and had hallucinations and that is minimized now. I also started taking Viibryd at the same time and was on it a month with the Latuda but the Viibryd made me extremely manic so I was taken off it. Now with just the Latuda I am very calm, still get a little angry and blow things out of proportion but otherwise it is making me feel really good. I have started journaling and reading a lot more. I have high energy and have started walking a lot more. The only thing that I noticed was when I was on both medications that I ate a lot. But with the Latuda I am great and love life."


"I lost 10 pounds prior to starting Contrave. I only needed to lose between 15-20. However, after starting the medication, I gained back 5 pounds. It actually made my appetite worse. Now that I am off it, my appetite feels back to normal. Also, it made me incredibly sleepy and tired at my most productive time of day. Also, like most everyone else here nauseous as well."


"I am 23 years old and have been on Concerta for over 2 years. I can tell you, as all of you have mentioned, that the first initial response my brain had to this medicine is efficiency. I went from not knowing if I could make it through school, to getting myself back into school after a year or so off. I went to college, and started taking Concerta. I had straight As for quite a while. I went from 18 mg, to 27 mg. I have noticed, within the past two years, that my brain has become very used to the drug. I have tried not taking it for a few days, because I don't want to depend on the medicine. However, I do notice after a couple days off of it, that my mind doesn't work at all. I feel like my brain is non-functioning; like I can't do anything."


"I just started this pill on day 3. Not sure if this is part of it as I was tired before but do feel tired and my eyes feel heavy. Do tend to feel hungry after 2 hours but eat and get full pretty quickly. No issues with focusing. One thing is I have to use the bathroom more often, probably because of the water intake."


"I took aftera on the 27th of March after having planned unprotected sex with my husband. I didn't really experience any major side effects other than headaches and cramping here and there for 2 days and then after that it went away. I still haven't had my period and I'm 3 weeks late. Took a pregnancy test a yesterday and it came back negative. I haven't had any symptoms of pregnancy but it worries me than my period should have come by now and it still hasn't. I have a doctors appointment set up for this Friday hopefully I'm not pregnant."


"Horrible side effects. Been on this pill for almost 8 months and the bloating/ cramps are just getting worse and worse. Put on about 10 pounds even though it's water weight - it did NOT go away!! Worsened my anxiety and depression , made me so tired could barely do anything all day I felt like I was on morphine. I feel like I have to pee 600 times a day because of how bloated I am. Terrible terrible pill. Do not recommend."


"I have had such a horrible experience with this birth control. My anxiety has really spiked as well as depression. I cry for little things and my emotions are all over the place. My face is turning into this blob of break outs that I can't even get control with facial treatments. I have been on my period for months until I was given a birth control pill to regulate it. It has suddenly stopped working as effectively as before and I am spotting every other day. I don't even feel comfortable in my own skin anymore. I really liked the idea of the implant, it was an option that I thought was convenient to me and less risky like missing a pill or the condom breaking (like it did before), however, I am starting to feel that the cons outweigh pros."


"This drug has been miraculous for me, it helps my fatigue and helps focus and alertness."


"I started taking this when I was just about 18. Wanted to quit using condoms with my boyfriend and just go on this. First month or two my periods were irregular and I got extremely moody, but I just thought it was me getting used to it. 9 months into using it and my moods, anxiety and depression have gotten horrible! To the point where I was crying or getting depressed at my boyfriend simply not texting me back. Moods so bad affected my relationship. Other than the moods I have little/no period, no acne, no weight gain, no cramps. Overall the moods were so bad I could not take it anymore even though everything else was great."


"I was perscrbed Voltaren for knee pain. It seems when the surgeon replaced my knee he damaged the nerve badly...I had been in pain for a long time...thanks to this product I can sleep at night now. It worked well for me."


"I was prescribed it because I was suffering from very bad cramps. This did not do anything to relieve the pain. It turned me into an absolute wreck where I was crying all of the time, from the very first day. It affected my sleep. As well as this my breasts were unbearably painful and they ballooned in size.  This pill also made me break out on my face. In short, taking this pill was an absolute nightmare."


"I've used several different prescription creams for my eczema.  I have continuous outbreaks under my eyebrow, and below my eye, near my mouth, my arms and occasionally outbreaks everywhere else.  Protopic is the only cream that has worked so far but it was extremely greasy so I only used it at night (or I covered it). It only provided temporary relief  (a cycle of relief, then misery) and it caused keratosis throughout my entire eyebrow.  I had my eyebrows tattooed over 10 years ago. I have only used Protopic for a couple of years now and we believe the cream reacted to the ink in my skin by growing keratosis."


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"Does not control or reduce outbursts of anger. Original dose 20mg, eventually doubled. Doubling had temporary short term benefit. However, there are no noticeable side effects."


"I had terrible rheumatoid arthritis for almost 2 years at a young age. I had it in both my knees and feet and it was going into my right arm. I was so miserable I could barely leave my house for school during the winter. Driving and running were impossible and walking even a short distance was extremely hard without Advil. I started Enbrel 2 weeks before my 18th birthday. The first day I took Enbrel I felt better. I was able to go to my senior prom without pain, it was great! I have been pain FREE with no side effects. I was skeptical at first but I'm SO GLAD I took Enbrel. The shot is painless too! I can't guarantee that it'll work as quick as it did for me, but if you suffer as I did, TAKE ENBREL. It has saved my life and I can finally be a normal teen again."


"I want to start off my review by stating that everyone is different; so what worked for me may not work for you. With that said, I was suffering from severe MDD, anxiety, OCD, border lining on psychosis after I had my son last summer. I was so miserable for his first year of life, and then I was finally put on Pristiq after trying about 10 other anti-depressants/anxiety meds. I seriously feel like a normal person again. I can enjoy my family and friends, and am able to maintain my relationships with them. This has been a literal life saver for me, and because of this, I don't mind that my insurance doesn't cover it."


"Love only having a period every three months."


"I have had the implant for 5 months now and have not had any bleeding, acne or weight gain once. It would be an absolute dream if it didn't give me constant anxiety attacks. I am getting it removed tomorrow. But everyone is different so don't let the reviews completely put you off, but do bear in mind that any depression/anxiety/crying IS definitely caused by it. its a VERY real side effect

Avoid if you have mental health issues!"


"I started this on July the 6th of this year (2017) I'm completing a 6 month course it finishes next month in Jan :) it took like 4 months to show a dramatic change ! It's def getting there I wanted to make a comment before but wanted to wait !! So I have had toenail and fingernail fungus since I was 12 from working with plants and what not . I never ever showed my feet to anyone so embarrassed lololololllll . Anyways then my fingernails got infected !! N I was like noooooooo so my mum never took me as a teen I waited till I turned 19 and went to the doc myself . Got prescribed terabinafine 2 years ago  for 3 months and it got rid of my fingernail infection and I didn't tell the doc I had toenail fungus cause it was soooo bad . Part 1"


"Definitely research before you start this. I didn't because my dr prescribed it and I thought they wouldn't give me something this awful. I've gotten 4 shots and am just now realizing all the issues I've had are because of it. I have no sex drive extremely moody and have had weight gain and eat right and work out daily. I'm a happy person and have been irritable and short tempered since I've been getting the shot. I highly recommend researching anything but especially shots because once you get that shot its in your system and you have to wait for it to get out"


"I've been on and off birth control for 5 years and I was on Levora for a couple of months before I decided I didn't want to be on any birth control. I recently started taking Levora again, but I quickly remembered why I stopped taking it before, HORRIBLE breast tenderness and swelling, to the point where I'm constantly thinking about how bad my breasts hurt, it's hard to concentrate or move or do anything because they're always hurting, just wondering if anyone else experienced this and if so, if it goes away at some point? If not, I have to get off of this!"


"I've been on this pill for about 8 months now. I started when I met the most amazing man in the world. Unfortunately, we're in a long distance relationship so the small amount of time we get every 2 weeks, he of course wants to have sex. Before I started Levora I would have sex with him 2-4 times a day, it was the most amazing sex of my life! Ever since I started the pill I don't even want to kiss him. He thinks I'm not attracted to him anymore because I NEVER want to have sex! If he wasn't so in love and patient with me I know that he would have been gone by now. I absolutely hate how much this has affected my sex drive, it's caused me to gain 10lbs, and sometimes I get overly emotional/depressed."


"I've been on nortriptyline for close to 15 years now for migraine treatments after a significant head injury. Before being put on the medicineI'd get migraines that would put me out for days at a time. After starting out a low dose it helped control my migraines and has continued to do so over the past 15 or so years (though with increased dosage). The most common side effects have been drowsiness, dry mouth, quivers in my hands along with adverse reaction to prolonged periods of being in the sun. I've also put on a few pounds over the past few years, but that may be the result of moving from an active job to a more sedentary one and not the medication. Overall nortriptyline has been great at controlling my migraines without too many negatives."


"I had been on orsythia for over 2 years with no problem before being put on lutera, which I told was just another generic form. WRONG! Lutera has made me moody all month long, my craps are bad. I've been on lutera for about 4 or 5 months. I've talked to my pharmacist to give me something else."


"This generic brand is nothing like the brand name. Something is definitely different. I spot regularly during the 2nd week of pills every single month.  I think you need to pull it off the market. I will be discontinuing my use."


"Tomorrow will end out my first full week on Belviq and since I read every single one of these reviews before asking my doctor for it, I thought I'd better add mine to help the next person out. :) I'm female, age 41, T2 diabetic. I started last week at 187 (5'5" tall) which puts my BMI at just over 30. I weight this morning (would have been five full days) and am down four pounds to 183!! I haven't lost my appetite by any means and could still easily overeat it I wanted to. What it has done for me is to help me feel full faster. It's still on me to make healthy choices, the difference is that now I can eat at appropriate portion and be satisfied. I have been averaging 1200 calories a day. No side effects for me. I'm thrilled!!"


"Hasn't caused many problems for me. May have made me get more pimples than usual but nothing horrible, no bad breakouts, etc. My sex drive is still healthy. My weight is easier to maintain and there has been no hunger increase. Also my periods are a lot shorter, going from about 3 days of moderate-heavy flow and 3 days of spotting-"pantyliner" flow to about 1 day of heavy flow to 1 day of "pantyliner" flow and can always be predicted within 2 days after I stop taking the hormone pills. I really don't have much to complain about this pill."


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"Don't know what the problem is with taking it.... Yes it isn't pleasant but it does what it says on the tin and that is the reason you have to take it. The hardest thing for me is the hunger I can't wait to have food after my colonscopy tomorrow ."


"Today is the day after insertion for Mirena (first time user) and have 3 kids.  In advance, the doctor's office told me to take 2 Advil before arriving at appointment.  I barely felt the insertion and had to ask if it was inserted.  I felt an ever so slight cramping for 2 hours afterwards (maybe because I was very aware of it and looking for some symptom) and then haven't felt anything since that time yesterday.  I have a small amount of spotting (using a small pantyliner, but not enough for a pad). The doctor called to follow up today and stated some women do not have discomfort, especially after having 3 kids but to call back if I had any questions.  I will update a review if any issues arise but wanted to post b/c read all experiences!!"


"I have been taking citalopram 60mg for about 3 years.
At first it was working great, I was smiling more and laughing from the bottom of my stomach instead of just my throat. Now though I feel like it has completely stopped working. I have mood swings, anxiety, fears, not sleeping, waking up before dawn, etc. I don't know if it's just me or is my medicine telling me it need's a change. What else can I try? I need my life back, my children need me."


"Been on sprintec for a year. Past 3 months no period. Just brown spotting and mood swings and food cravings"


"Severe diabetic neuropathy in hands and feet.  Severe nerve damage in the fingers of my right hand.

Lower back pain with spinal stenosis.

Started on Gabapentin 4 months ago after hand surgery.  300mg taking 3 capsules 3xday for a total of 2700mg per day.  No side effects whatsoever and no reaction being used with all of my other meds.  I find the drug to be effective for severe pain, not only for neurological pain but for musculoskeletal  pain as well.  I was able to get stop using narcotic for pain which was truly an asset."


"I have been on and off Paxil CR several times over the past 3 years.  It has been a life saver!  I am able to be myself and enjoy life everyday instead of focusing on my Anxiety.  The first few weeks can be a little challenging adjusting to the medicine but it is totally worth some nausea and sleeplessness."


"It works. Very good product"


"After taking one 500 mg. clarithromycin in about three hours became dizzy, uncomfortable in the head and short of breath.  Am afraid to take another although it was prescribed one every 12 hours. Have spent most of the day with head reclined and eyes closed.  Had same reaction to 500 mg.. of Azithromycin but could take 250 mg. with no problem.  Shall I ask the doctor to prescribe a smaller dose.  Am very fearful of another like this."


"I was in a car wreck with whiplash. eye sensitivity, pain from mid back of head down spine to below shoulder blades, and out to both shoulders, and involving full lumbar area. Doctors put me on this stuff for the intense pain. I took it for two days, hoping it would help. OMG it double-downed my pain. I wanted to kill anyone and everyone, walls, sheets, everything that got in my way or accidently pissed me off. Called the doctor and literally growled at her about how much I hurt. I expected double pain to some extent after that kind of a shake up but this was beyond acceptable and as soon as it was out of my system I still hurt but was back under 10 on that 1 to 10 scale."


"Imitrex would eventually stop the headache but like others have stated, my heart feels like its about to jump out of my chest and I would get a worse headache before it got better. "


"My wife started taking Adipex in December of 2014, she finished it up through April 2015 and went from 187 lbs to 152 lbs.  She kept to the same 1200 calorie diet she has always done for almost two years, and she works out on a variety of fitness classes to running an hour on a treadmill 3-4 times a week.

It is 6/14/15 and I weigh 288 lbs and I am 5'10". I work out 4-5 times a week doing exercises like basketball twice a week for two hours and running two other times a week and lifting twice a week. So I am at the gym 5-6 times a week.  Now that it is summer I plan on working out for an hour in the morning 3 times a week of cardio and lift at night."


"I do not recommend this type of birth control unless you want to have 4 week periods and counting. Everybodys body is different but the side effects suck.I had mine inserted November 2015 three days after giving birth. I bled for 8 weeks after delivery then it stopped for the 26 days and now I've been bleeding since January 26th and it is February 18th now with no signs of it stopping soon it is very heavy and I made an appointment for the 22nd and I'm getting it removed. They are right about not getting pregnant on it because your bleeding damn near the whole time and your sex drive is out of whack along with mood swings from not getting any lol"


"I was diagnosed with Diabetes in February 2010 after I passed out in my office and my blood sugar taken at the time was 580. My doctor initially out me on Metformin but it was not controlling my blood sugar. He switched me to Janumet and now my reading are consistently in the 90's and I have suffered no side effects. I started working out and eating nutritiously right after being diagnosed and I have dropped 100 lbs."


"Jolessa is my favorite birth control so far.  I have tried many, including Yasmin, Depo-Provera, the patch, NuvaRing, and Beyaz.  None of these helped my acne and a few had horrible breakthrough bleeding. However, since I've been on Jolessa, I haven't experienced any negative side effects, and surprisingly my breakouts are few and far between.  When I do breakout, it's usually one pimple at a time, and heals much faster than before.  No weight gain or increased appetite and my sex drive is thriving.  No breakthrough bleeding what-so-ever.  Love it."


"This medication gave me severe anxiety and disassociation-like feelings. I felt as if I was being dragged from reality. It was used as an antipsychotic for my bipolar disorder. I highly recommend you try Abilify instead if you have similar symptoms like I did."


"I'm having the worst gastrointestinal problems and I'm only on day 3/7. I have extremely constipated, I have gas and bloating and I have nausea right after I take the pill."


"Had migraines since I was 13. Thirty years later and they are worse. Have tried Maxalt, Treximet, butalbital, Excedrin migraine, and Zomig, to name the ones I remember. Tried a sample of Sumavel DosePro this month. It is the only medication that stopped the pain 100%. Took 10 minutes to stop a bad migraine (8 on a 10 scale) and another 10 minutes to be back to functional. Was a bit disoriented and dizzy for that first 20 minutes. Relpax is my typical drug of choice nowadays but it doesn't stop the bad ones. It only stops the ones that I catch right away. But this Sumavel is my new knight in shining armor. I don't know how expensive it is yet but I'm headed back to the doctor this week to find out."


"Where to begin...I have had cold sores for life. All year round, at least a few each month. Parents told me I have suffered from them when I was only 10 days old. They took me multiple times to emerge due the overwhelming appearance that you can imagine on an infant face. Growing up it never got easier. I had multiple blistering cold sores all around my mouth and also all around my nose even in my nose. There are many things that would trigger it such as stress, fever, dehydration. My skin was very sensitive to the point that when the dentist used to stretch my mouth to clean it I would get it. I have tried everything possible and only Valtrex worked for me. Now when I get it, it's once in a blue moon (when I'm dehydrated)."


"I was not diagnosed with RA for 6 years due to being overweight. So, after all the agonizing daily pain I went thru, I finally found a doctor that listened. Actually, I found a nurse practitioner that listened! So on went a 2 year stent of trying methotrexate/steroid combo of what came with no results. I was given Enbrel and a next option. It changed my life!!! By the next day I had 50% pain relief. I have been taking it for a couple of years now and I would say I'm about 80% pain free. I don't have joint swelling at all. But the main affected joints hurt when pushed past their limits. I was taken off enbrel for a short time due to insurance and put on Simponi. Within 1 week all the pain and joint swelling returned. I have no s/e also!"


"I was at the end of my rope I had come to the point where I hated getting high. The only reason I used was to take away the physical pain. So yes I agree Suboxone IS a miracle medicine. "


"Excellent mood stabilizer, it takes a while to kick in but it's worth it."


"I started taking Gianvi about a month ago and have nothing good to say about it. I read the reviews and thought I would be fine but I have never cried so much in my life. Things that never bother me break me down to tears and its starting to make me crazy since I was never an emotional person. It's putting stress on me and my boyfriends relationship because we fight on a daily basis now when before nothing was an issue to slight arguments. I feel depressed and it takes everything out of me to get out of bed in the morning. I'm never happy but haven't gained weight and haven't gotten pregnant but that's the only positive thing. "


"My worst nightmare started with uncontrollable sneezing in the evening which later developed into severe throat pain and musculoskeletal pain with temperatures shooting up to 103.  The physician (whom I consulted in the absence of my family physician) prescribed cefixime and Azithromycin (200 500) combination twice a day, but the progress was very slow with the temp remaining high at 103.  Fortunately, my physician returned and I consulted again and was prescribed Augmentin 625 twice a day for 3 days.  Within a day, I found excellent improvement and the second day the strep pharyngitis completely subsided."


"I've been on Byetta for a month now and have lost 15 lbs.  This is great.  My sugars have gone down as well.  My only problem right now is getting used to the nausea."


"The only reason I gave Pentasa a "9" rating instead of a "10" is due to my having to remember to take 8 capsules a day.  This medication has allowed me to live a normal life again...no more excruciating gut pain & no more daily  diarrhea.  I can actually eat at restaurants now, without worrying when the pain & diarrhea will hit me.  I have had no side effects from Pentasa.  It has given my life back to me."


"I decided to get the Mirena after my son was born because the pill they gave me really messed me up. Also the thought of not having to worry about getting pregnant again was awesome. Having it put in was a little painful but overall pretty fast. It makes you have a very dizzy feeling right after but I drank some water and was fine. I have not had many cramps but I have been bleeding off and on for the past 6 weeks. It's not very heavy but would be nice if it stopped. I thought I have been having some mood swings but I have a 7 month old so its hard to tell whats stressing me out. No weight gain, I go to the gym and i have been losing all my baby weight. So I would say for me its worth it so far."


"Took Yasmin for 6 months now and had some nausea in the beginning but I think my body is getting used to the pill. Overall, my mood has gotten better, I used to experience mood swings.
I'm switching to Microgynon 30 and see how it works for me now."


"Worked great from day one. Unfortunately, does not come in a generic form so can be very expensive. My doctor recently switched me to Methylin ER since it comes in a generic form and is much more affordable.  Sometimes I can't even tell I have taken the Methylin ER, the performance is so sub-standard to the Ritalin LA.  I am starting to think a normal life might just be worth the extra $60 a month my insurance doesn't cover on the Ritalin LA."


"I was taking this pill for a month and I started getting very moody, tired and then I started getting very depressed. I was depress to the point that I used to start crying suddenly without no reason. I am usually a very happy and positive person. "


"Started 7.5 mg of Mirtazapine on June 3rd for anxiety and depression.  My episode started in the begging of May and I was having good days and bad days.  After starting the mirtazapine, I still feel general sadness and not myself.  I had moments of clarity but just wasn't feeling enough affect.  After three weeks, I upped my dose to 15 mg.  I immediately felt better and like my old self.  I was so excited but that only last for a week.  The last two days the depression/sadness has crept back in along with the worrying.  I called the doc to see about upping my dosage to 30mg.  She wants me to give it another week and then go back and talk about upping the dosage or trying a different med.  I can't do SSRI's.  they sent me off the deep edge."


"I have been smoke free for 20 months and I believe I am safely past relapse.  I smoked at least one pack a day for 25 years.  After using every smoking cessation product known off and on for ten years I finally gave Chantix a try.  I smoked my last cigarette on day 8 on April 26, 2011 and took it for 3 months.  I took my first pill of the day when I woke and second pill 8 hours later and had no bad dreams.  I am lucky, the worst side effect was gas that could clear a large room, small price to pay.  My insurance covered it 100%.  I am so ecstatic that I am smoke free and know that I am a non smoker for the rest of my life."


"I got the Nexplanon October 2014 and I could say that for the most part it works. I get my periods about every 2-3 months but the cramps are horribly painful. What I do not like is that I have gained 60-70 lbs since I've gotten it. I'm considering taking it out or just keeping it until the 3 years are up. I really don't like how much weight I've gained from it."


"I've had the Implanon since August 2007.  No pain when inserted.  I've been having my periods twice a month for 7 days each time since I got it.  I've gained 25 pounds and have hair loss.  I get headaches, and back aches around time for my monthly cycle. LIBIDO is gone, no desire to have sex.  Needless to say I am now single.  It's time for it to come out, but I'm thinking about getting it again because the reviews I've read for other birth controls have me scared!"


"This works better than anything I've tried. I was doing well with Strattera for 4 years then it stopped working. I did well on Wellbutrin many years, it stopped working, etc. With Fetzima I get up easily in the morning because I lay in bed for at least 15 minutes, I pet and play with my cat, have quiet time saying things I'm grateful for and sometimes I get guidance for information for my day. I don't overeat anymore, I get full fast, can only eat 1/2 as much as I used to because I get bloated which helps. My headaches went away after 2 months and my sweating is almost gone away now after 3 months. I feel good and motivated to do things. I'm not hyper like with Wellbutrin."


"This helps my vertigo quite quickly but, leaves me very sleepy after a short while. I can only take half of a 25 mg tablet at a time."


"I had my first 3 injections 5 years ago and helped me for 5 years of pain free knees. Now 5 years later I have had my first injection yesterday and the next 2 in the next 2 weeks. Hope this one will also do the job for the next 5 years. Had no side effects whatsoever. I had a great doctor who did my hip replacement and also did the Synvisc injections. The key is to get a good doctor to do the injections. I highly recommend this injection."


"I have taken this pill for 4 years now, and I have loved it. My PMS has decreased significantly and my period cramps suppressed. Before the pill, those were the symptoms that affected me greatly. While on this pill my breasts are tender right before my period comes, which lasts about 3-4 days and it didn't do much to my weight. I gained a little weight, (which i wanted) but i believe that just came with age. (I'm 23 now). Oh and lastly, my acne cleared up! I suffered from acne since middle school, and it looks as if i never had a bump on my face. Lol. Well, I give this pill an A+ rating, and I'm sure you will too, & love it as much as I do."


"This medicine has been a lifesaver for me. After 10 years of anxiety and 2 years of being practically invalid due to generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks with depression, I'm finally having a medicine that works.

Neuroleptics like ketiamine just made me gain weight, Cipralex was a little help, but not really adding quality of life. After 5 days on Buspar I'm clearly better. Sleeping is in place, I'm feeling more functional and positive and my ability to go out and even exercise has come back. I have now been on this medicine over three months and every day my life gets a little bit better."


"Very effective on infection but stomach severe pains in the upper stomach had to stop taken it severe dirahea non stop to the toliet may need to see dr now and i stopped taken it an stomach still hurts"


"I have been taking birth control on and off for 10 years. For the last 5 years, I was on Yaz (which worked wonders for me, I loved Yaz), but came off of them. After a year of taking no pill, I decided to give Lo Esterin Fe a chance, and my body has never acted so poorly to a birth control pill. I have never experienced any of the symptoms I am about to describe on any other birth control pill. You have to take the pill on Sunday, 4 days after starting the pill, I woke up 4 consecutive nights with piercing pains in my stomach, and a severe migraine. On the third day of pain, I started bleeding heavy, and 4 days later I am still bleeding, am in tremendous pain, and decided to discontinue Loesterin Fe. I literally stopped this pill 9 days into it."


"If you're not having severe cramps, it takes most of the edge off. Severe, go with a prescribed medicine made for this."


"For over 5 years Provigil worked very well. It would appear I have developed a tolerance as within the past 6 months I have had an extreme decrease in efficacy. "


"Very effective but the side effect are bad if I don't take it correctly. I think there are ways you can reduce the effects( getting correct dosage of course)
Before you consider going up a dose its worth considering. When you take them? I began taking  mine at night, but have since taking  through the day avoids headache, vision blurred, tremours. I take more last dose, breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Do you take them food?I take them with food, I defiantly feel side effect, every time if I don't eat properly and skiip a meal
Are you on any hormone treatment hrt/pill? I have found that there is a, as I call it, lower absorption rate as I'm on hrt and my consultant phy agrees, so I am taking a high does.What dosage?
Even 25mg makes a difference."


"Venlafaxine can give you a false positive on a drug test. I'm in the military going on 17 years and I failed a drug test because of this medication. The military made me aware of my positive drug test and I gave them a list of all my medications. They were able to reevaluate my positive drug test and break it down further which showed it was in fact venlafaxine and not ampthetimines, like cocaine or meth. As for your job, I'd take them documentation and show them were venlafaxine can give a false positive and demand a review or ask to do another drug screening and have them do a full panel work up. Good luck. Hate that happened to you. Don't stop fighting till you get your job back.  That's discrimination if nothing else!"


"I suffer from chronic migraines and every dr wants to give toradol shots to stop them.  Toradol is not FDA approved as a treatment for migraines.  It does not work."


"Well, I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease at age 29... but the doctors thought I had it before then but I was pregnant and it laid dormant for about a year. My intestines burst one year ago and I had to have bowel resection...20 inches and my appendix. After all that, they put me on steroids and pentasa two 500mg, 3 times a day. At first I did ok with it but I'm horrible at taking medicine so I started decreasing the amount that I took. Doctor is not thrilled of course but now that I haven't taken it for a while, I feel no different than when I'm on it. I have diarrhea anytime I eat and occasional gas with pain but that's it... I'm lucky I know and still not sure if I'm making the right choice but meds are $70/mo"


"It's literally saved my sanity!!! Haven't had a hot flush since I commenced Efexor, and I was getting at least 12 to 16 daily."


"Used the patch for my first cruise as I normally suffer from motion Sickness..I only got dry mouth and blurred vision but most people think this is from the patch when in fact its from your fingers after you have touched it or placed it you must always wash your hands as people do tend to scratch or touch eyes and the medication is transferred that was far more than a side effect via the application. I would never go on a cruise without it..Works a treat and can easily last for 4 days. I would highly recommend it."


"I have had the Implanon for almost 2 yrs now and I wish I would have never had to switch from the patch. When I was on the patch I had NO problems, no weight gain, VERY regular periods, no acne. I had to switch to Implanon because I can't use a birth control with estrogen. Since starting Implanon my periods are very irregular. In fact, I bled for the first year and a half with maybe 2 wks of a break TOTAL. The only good thing I can say about it is, I haven't gotten pregnant. My skin also changed, I have never had a problem with acne and now my forehead is oily and constantly breaks out, as does my back.  I have also gained a total of 10lbs which I can't say it totally caused by Implanon. I plan on taking my Implanon out soon and finding another method."


"MAJOR CHOKING HAZARD!
I've been taking the pill version, instead of the liquid, for a few months. I literally almost died twice from choking on this pill. What they don't tell you is that as soon as you put the pill in your mouth, and it hits moisture, it swells. Put it in water and watch. Because there's no coating, it's hard to get down. This leads to choking until it starts to dissolve. DO NOT take this while you're alone! Other than that, it works well, lol.
Dissolve it in a cup of warm water then chug it. I wouldn't split it in half because it's more likely to get stuck because of the sharp corners."


"I am a 42 year old mother of three and I have been having issues with eczema for the last 4 years. It covered  75% of my body. Just like one of the posts on here, I tried EVERYTHING!!! I took all the medications, creams, light treatment, I was willing to try any and everything. I went to several doctors and they just could not offer me any help, until my last doctor. She did all the usual testing first, then she suggested the dupixent. She said that it was new and I was like, sign me up. I have been on it since June and I cannot be happier. My skin has cleared up 85% and it's getting better by the day. I am more than satisfied with the outcome and I highly recommend it! Give it a "shot"!"


"I was prescribed 250 mg, but to take three times a day (every 8 hours).  I don't think that's really too high.  Perhaps it's because I was on such high doses of other things in my past--who knows.  So, to me, my body is used to truly high doses of such medicines.  Either way, 250mg of Depakote DR is the lowest you can be given, and that will only carry you through part of the day.  This is why the doctor has to make you take it three times a day.

I haven't had practically any side effects, except for a little "wet noodly" feeling, but none of the side effects (yet) that are listed.  Guess it's different for everyone."


"I've had the Paragard in for a month. I read the reviews and was royally freaked out about insertion. In real life, the procedure was quick, mildly uncomfortable, and as soon as the IUD was in, I got a dull, period-like cramp that stuck around til that night. That's it! The next week: light spotting. I was also freaked out about my period being horrific, BUT I've always had heavy/painful periods, and I suspect most of the reviewers complaining about this side effect had easy-peasy periods pre-Paragard. On the IUD, mine lasted a few extra (light flow) days, and only on 1 of them did I need painkillers for cramps -- normal for me! The IUD affects every body differently; so far I'm really happy with it as an effective, non-hormonal method."


"I had my gallbladder out 3 years ago and have been all messed up since then. I hadn't went in 3 days so I got the dulcolax for sensitive stomachs and took 2 at about 7pm. At about 10pm I was in so much pain I couldn't stand it! I was doubled over for 2 hours and did not have an easy BM. I tried to lay down to sleep at about 12 but was so dizzy and still feeling cramps that there was no way I could sleep. Sensitive stomach my ass! I will never take this again. It is not worth the pain."


"This medication did help improve my mood slightly, but had interactions with other prescription medications I was taking at the same time.  It is very important to inform your doctor about what medicines you are taking and it is also VERY IMPORTANT TO ASK if there are any contraindications with these medications.  This should not be a problem if you have a good relationship with your doctor."


"I suffer from bad anxiety and panic attacks pretty much 90% of my day. I suffer from the fear of throwing up which makes me nauseous all the time, and Ativan really helps relax me and helps with my nausea. I take 1 mg 2 times a day and helps me take the edge of feeling sick and worried."


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"At age 79 and put on Eliquis 5 days ago--I have had such bad dizziness and nausea--and because of Meniere's also, the ears ringing has been awful and added to all this.
I have chronic a-fib and have two cardio-versions. I was previously on 2 baby aspirin daily. Couldn't tolerate either of the other newer meds either.
Everything seems to increase my dizziness due to Meniere's and adds to nausea and even confusion and etc. So--I just told my doctor--no more of this drug. I want to stay with the 2 baby aspirin daily. No history of stroke in my family--nor have I had any. I just don't do meds well 'at all'."


"I have been on Myrbetriq since 2/29/15, I take the 25mg as I am only 4;11 and 90 pounds. I was taking toviaz before that, and trospium chloride before that. Myrbetriq is a miracle drug for me I was going 40x a day...I now go about 10 on a good day and 18 on a so so day if I grab a cofffee. I have tried things like bladder trainning, that didn't work for me. I was dx with oab in october I am a 32 year old female. I try also to stay away from bladder irritants. Sometimes I want to see what the 50mg do but I think for my weight that maybe too much. I noticed a diffrence at about week three. It also got me through a colonoscopy too I was so scared to drink all that water."


"I can no longer get Cafergot since they stopped making it.  Migergot is just as good, but is so expensive in the U.S.  I need it very much and I take it with Phenegran so it does not make me sick.  Half in the morning and half in the evening.  This prevents most of my migraines with the exception of wind migraines which nothing can help for those kind.  I hope that Cafergot will be made again or Migergot was cheaper."


"Works pretty well"


"I was considering changing over to the implant because the insertion process sounds easier but after reading THOSE reviews...I think I'll stick to my Mirena.

All in all I love my Mirena. It will be 4 years this month since I've had it. I haven't had a period in over 3 years. Occasional spotting. Rare cramps. I haven't noticed any mood changes or acne or anything else people are reporting. My bf has never noticed when we have sex and there is no discomfort for me before or after. The ONLY thing I would say was not very pleasant about the Mirena is the insertion.  Probably the most painful thing I've ever experienced thus far (32 yrs old, never been pregnant/given birth). Lasts a sec tho. All in all, highly recommend :)"


"Took it the right way and didn't have any children"


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"I had ablation surgery three weeks ago and have been on Pradaxa 150mg twice a day ever since.  During the first week, I had a constant sour stomach and my surgeon suggested Prilosec. It takes a few days before Prilosec kicks in so I took Mylanta until it did.  My second and third weeks were much easier but now that I'm starting my fourth week, the constant sour stomach is back.  I still take Mylanta between meals but it only helps a little.  I take Pradaxa during meals with a full glass of water.  I have to stay on this medicine five more weeks.  Any suggestions would be appreciated."


"It has really helped my condition. I used to have sudden jerks and involuntary leg movements until my Doctor prescribed them to me."


"It made my hair fall out."


"46 YO Male 195lbs with 10 weeks Use: Suffered from anxiety and surely some depression due to prolonged anxiety. Started with 10mg at bedtime. No show-stopping side effects. My side effects were: anorgasmia, tinnitus, constipation, yawning, muscle tension in my neck, lower spine and stomach area, weak erection (initially), some lethargy and having to urinate in the night. At 10mg, anorgasmia was overcome after 14 days and at 20mg dose it took ANOTHER 35 days. I feel happier, more patient, less obsessive, and with reduced anxiety. Side effects now are: mild tinnitus, mild muscle tension in stomach and nightly bathroom run. My advice: Be VERY patient and get your brain chemicals stabilized before you worry about the sex. Your body will adapt again. I'll use it for life. Good luck!"


"My Dr gave me a sample pack to try, she asked me to start with 5mg and work my way up to 20, I'm up to 10mg but have terrible gas and diarrhea, thinking about going back down to 5mg since I did feel better, unfortunately no one ever feels good when you have gas and explosive diarrhea.  Also my sex drive is back to normal which was a great surprise. I'm going to stay on it a little bit longer and just stay on the 5 mg hopefully the bad side effects will go away if not I will have to stop taking it."


"I was prescribed 3 400mg tablets a day orally for a week. I am now on my 7th day and the only symptoms I experienced was tiredness on one day but that may of been from the medication. For women who are worried about the nausea and vomiting, I think the reason I did not experience that was because I never missed a dose where I didn't eat with a substantial amount of food close to a meal. Make sure you eat when you take it and not just a snack! Also try and regulate the times you take them everyday , try and make it around the same time. The smell went about day 3! Hope you all get treated and your issue resolves!"


"Hydrocodone has bee very helpful for me in many ways. It helps my irritable bowel syndrome, migraines and all of life's other little pains. Very good medication. Not so strong that you don't know your name, yet very effective as a narcotic analgesic."


"A little known and rare side effect of this drug is a condition that would probably be called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). This describes a serious depletion of platelets in the blood. The blood will not clot properly and an injury can be life threatening due to uncontrolled bleeding. It's rare but if it happens and the cause is not figured out by your physician(s) this is a big problem."


"Changed to Effexor XR 75mg about 2 months ago from Celexa 20mg.  Having some dizziness and tiredness, maybe not feeling quite myself, so experimentation with the dosage is probably in order.  Otherwise no problems.  Serious diarrhea side effect from Celexa stopped immediately upon changing treatment.  But I am disturbed by some of the comments on this site about withdrawal from this medication. I have had no problem drinking in moderation while on this drug."


"Received a one time shot (somewhat painful), and was feeling better inside of an hour."


"I've only been on Metformin for about a month and a half, I've lost about 12lbs, which is pretty cool, because I've never had any success with calorie counting or different diets. I do have stomach cramps,  occasional diarrhea,  and dizziness but nothing too bad. Im only on 500mg twice daily. I'm actually really amazed with this medication,  it makes me feel fine, I have my energy back, not constantly craving sweets and caffeine,  overall I have to give it a ten."


"Before I begin..... I will add the fact that this would be the second time I tried Plan B! The initial time.... 7 years ago, my current boyfriend and I had unprotected sex and he came inside of me. I took the Plan B literally 20 minutes afterwards. I ended up pregnant. The worst experience ever! This time, the guy and I were not dating and it was completely unexpected. May I remind you that now, I am gay and have not dated or had sexual encounters with a guy since my x 7 years ago. So this was a horror for me. We went out on July 17, in which the main event occured. Condom broke. I saw residue all over my inner-thigh and freaked out. It took me 30 min to get to nearest Walgreens. I took pill 5 mins after getting it. I am not preggers!!!"


"I have been taking singulair on and off for years.  In the last two years I have had 4 severe asthma attacks and the singulair has not helped.  It may have helped my allergic rhinitis.  But it does not help my asthma.  I will probably stop it."


"If i could rate this a 0 i would. Worse thing ever! I have been spotting for a month and no sign of it going away. I have crazy and horrible mood swings, i feel depressed most of the time (I've never suffered from depression) i feel tired and sick all the time,constant headaches and weight loss. I will never again get this shot it is THE WORST and should be banned. Its killing me and ruining my life. I can't wait for the 3  month effect to be over so i can go back to normal again"


"I have been taking this for 2 years now and have found it helpful in a few ways it has stopped my panic attacks for the most part, get a few here and there. My over thinking has stopped all together. The only thing I don't like about this medicine is that I have to be asleep in 30 mins after taking it or I will be up all night, for some reason it causes my brain to become very active after 30 mins. When I do go to sleep I have very vivid dreams seems almost realistic."


"I have had the implant for roughly a year now and I CANNOT wait to remove it finally. I haven't got pregnant and had no actual period. However- I have not been happy or motivated since the insertion. I am constantly depressed, not in a typical way I mean I do not value myself at all anymore. I have gained a ridiculous amount of weight (45lbs) since having the implant and have found it near enough impossible to try and lose it, regardless of which diet I am using or exercise. I have been so angry and moody towards everyone, including my partner. I have next to no sex drive at all which has put a little strain on my relationship as we have probably had sex 5 times in the last 7 months. I have had spots and bad odour since having the implant."


"I am 52, and had the Mirena put in to help with heavy bleeding. In the month that I had it I gained 5 lbs, had headaches every day, was nauseous and felt like I was 3 months pregnant, could not sit comfortably, I experienced irritability. When I went to the clinic to have the IUD removed my blood pressure was high and I have never had high blood pressure. I would not recommend the Mirena to anyone."


"Today is my first day on suboxone. I have to say this drug is a life saver. I was taking 20-25 tabs/percocets a day for 3 years. I have been wanting to get off them for a long time. After reading all the posts on here I finally got the guts to just go do it. So far I haven't had any side effects with it and I fell great. If you have a problem I promise this will help you get your life back. I was spending all my paychecks and doing whatever I needed to do to get them. Finally I am done chasing it and it feels great. You wont regret it. Good luck."


"This drug was terrible, I would take it at night and fall right to sleep and when I get up in the morning im completely exhausted and dizzy. My balance is off and feel like im in a daze. I was extremely irritable. The entire day I was depressed and in a very very bad mood. Everything bothered me. My anxiety was terrible. Tremors in my hands and just feeling kind of loopy. Nightmares when sleeping. This drug did nothing of any benefit for me. I was taking it to help with my social anxiety and panic attacks."


"Works great for my pain."


"First week 7lbs, a lot of energy and fall right to sleep at night and stay asleep. Only negative is I can only take one or I experience urinary tract infection like symptoms. I'm excited to weigh in the morning, it will have been 14 days. I LOVE Belviq!"


"I am a 45 year old male who has has been diagnosed with GAD that has been bad for about three years. I have tried Paxil, Prozac, Effexor, and one or two other drugs that I could not tolerate. The side effects were worse than the anxiety I was trying to help. Seven weeks ago my P doc suggested trying Viibryd. I reluctantly started it. I am highly sensitive to medicines af any type, so my doc started me at 5 mg and moved me up to 10mg at 4 weeks. The first two weeks were great with marked improvement, and then my anxiety spiked up pretty bad. My doc encouraged me to continue and that this can be normal. I had a rough time until week 5 when things started to level off. I'm now into week seven, and I feel great. Stick it out!"


"1st Botox shots 11/2015. Wasn't able to get another tx until 10 days ago. The 1st time it was great! Migraines down to about 2/mo. Loved it! This time the day after I woke w/back of neck very painful. Worse was pain in the back of head. Felt like hit w/a 2x4. Very bad headache too. It was horrible. I get pain med for other issues & it did nothing. Head swolIen, tight glasses. Some pain in my L shoulder down arm. It asted 5 days, in bed w/heating pad. 7th day worst pain gone but need hand under chin or on back of head to control head movement due to weak neck. Don't wake w/neck pain, but it starts after moving a bit. If I'm on my feet, dizzy. Weak jaws when eating or drinking. Head turns only 2" to L or R side. Weak upper arms. Never again."


"Seroquel has helped to reduce my post traumatic stress disorder symptoms by 3/4's. I am mostly living a "normal" life again and the anxiety, fear and psychosis is nearly gone after one and a half years on it. It is working for me and I am on a low dose of 40mgs per night. "


"If you're bleeding for months straight you might want to go to a doctor because I've had this for almost 3 years and I haven't had a period since my first month I got it."


"I have been on this pill for about a year now and I just cannot deal with it anymore! I used to be so happy but lately I'm a different person, someone who is not nice. At first I thought just I hadn't gotten used to it yet but as more time has went on I am hateful, severely depressed, nauseated, very tired, and constantly just an unhappy person. It has effected my relationships with everyone and the next chance I get I'm switching to something else. I'm not saying it will do this to everyone but I know it has been awful for me. One thing it had done is what it was supposed to do, it kept me from getting pregnant."


"My first shot was in junior high I was on the cheer team and very athletic, a few weeks after the first shot I was always dizzy, bright lights made my eyes tear up for no reason, I had horrible headaches that I still have today, I was and still am always tired for no reason. I have auto immune problems ( lupus sle has been suggested ) I have horrible GI problems which I pay out of pocket for every 3 months to see my GI. I have bleeding ulcers that have been treated and tested but don't go away. I constantly have diarrhea, severe upset stomach, I have mild tremors that has been related to my head aches. My youngest son was born with stomach problems now ( hasn't been proven to be related to gardasil ) I'm 24 with all these problems"


"I was prescribed this drug for panic disorder and was on it for 2 weeks. I have never felt wise in my entire life. I did bit eat or drink unless forced, spiraled into depression, and just was not the excited loving person I normally am. I world go home and state at the wall for 5 hours then crawl into bed and sleep. I had nightmares each night. I felt dead and like I was floating above my body. My friends and teachers became more worried than before. I had to get off that pill"


"Trileptal 600mg TID
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Trileptal seems to be the topic at hand.
I was on Trileptal years ago and then went off my meds altogether for a few years. Upon restarting my psych meds my prescribers tried me on several meds all the while I kept mentioning that trileptal had helped me immensely in the past. Finally, out of frustration if I had to guess, I was put back on Trileptal. The climb back up the ladder to find my dose has been long and unpleasant, but I have found a place finally where my thoughts have slowed enough to think straight, and my manic highs have been brought down to a more manageable base level."


"This is my second time on Zoloft.  The first time it was recommended and prescribed by my physician for Hep C treatment.  I had CRAZY side effects but back then I could not distinguish which medicine was causing this. I could not eat, trembling, sweats, etc.  Two years later and Hep C cleared (ya-hoo) I found myself anxious and severely depressed.  I was prescribed Zoloft 50mg and I have been taking it for two days.  I have lost two pounds cannot eat, sleep and my head feels likes it going to explode with worry and pressure.  I called my doctor but of course he was not in, so I got a professional opinion from a friend who told me to stick it out that the symptoms would subside.  "


"I have suffered with sciatica for years. I have done physical therapy out the wazzoo. I have had injections. Nothing helped till Lyrica. It took a little trial and error to find exactly the right dose for me, but my pain is managable without narcotics for the first time in many years."


"Tenuate Dospan, was brilliant for weight loss.
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"Always had negative side effects and weight gain with SSRI's. SSNRI's didn't realy do anything either.  I am not a depressive person by nature so was not really sure why my General practitioner prescribed those.  Saw a psychiatrist who was a lifesaver in recommending and prescribing Buspar for me. I am not worrying or irritable only after 3 days.  He has me on 1/2 a pill in the am and 1/2 at night and is still slowly increasing it up to an ideal dose of 30mg a day.  Thank you Buspar."


"I have just decided to stop taking Zyrtec. It worked well on my allergies. However I have had increase in back and joint pain i.e. knee and hip the past two weeks. Not sure it's Zyrtec but felt I'd eliminate it to see if symptoms resolve."


"This medicine really works for me and has really improved my quality of life and perspective on things. I'm 18 and I have been on this for a little over 6 months and I would say the only bad side effect is dry mouth, but if you just drink a lot of water you'll be fine. I like it because it has helped me stop "binge" eating, I don't have cravings for food or cigarettes anymore, I completely stopped smoking. I'm never tired anymore, Wellbutrin definitely gives you energy in a good way. Sex drive is completely normal and I still have normal emotions unlike when I was on Celexa or Prozac where I felt so emotionless. I lost 20lbs but I am healthy and fit and a lot happier with myself."


"This tastes like someone dumped the entire salt bag into bad lemonade. If you can hold your breath while drinking, do it. If you can slog it down in 7-8 large gulps, do it. The sooner you get it down the better. The 16 ozs of water at the end really tastes good. As for effectiveness, don't stray far from the toilet. And try to wipe gently because by the time you get to the end result of the second liter you'll be tender."


"I have moderate RA with sacrum fractures due to my low back fusion and hardware.  I have cervical fusions as well with scar tissue and pain.  I was taken off my current medication for pain (been on for 6 years) and was put on the Butrans patch 20mcg/hour.  I became very ill, extreme migraines, stomach pain, fatigue to the point I could barely concentrate on anything.  I literally felt like I had the flu.  After a 2 week period on the patch it did very little to control my pain, and made it difficult to be active during the day.  I couldn't take this medication after the two week period.  I do not recommend this medication for people who have moderate to severe chronic pain."