"I went undiagnosed with severe ADHD for 20 years because another problem was complicating the diagnosis.  I had been taking various energy drinks in an effort to concentrate.  Just a few days ago, I was given a prescription for Nuvigil.

Wow.  This stuff hit me like a mac truck! It was unlike anything I have ever experienced.  For once, I actually had the drive and motivation to organize things and get things done.

I immediately proceeded to straighten every single thing in my room, down to the last bits of lint on the carpet.

I like the new me.  I hope it lasts."


"primary care doctor started me on effexor xr 75, increased to 150 after 1 month. I was still very depressed and went to a psychitrist, crying at the first visit. she said it was melancholic and immediately doubled the dose to 300/day. It worked very well at the high dose, which I took for 4 years. it was more effective and continued to be the whole 4 years. best of all i had tried (paxil, celexa, lexapro, wellbutrin). i seemed to be in remission, we began tapering down. went to 150 for 1 month, then 75 for 1 month then stopped.  i got the foggy feeling and "brain zaps" but a temporary increase in my klonopin dose for a week and i felt fine. i should mention i went through alcohol and opiate withdrawal before, so this seemed not that bad."


"I am 18 years old and just graduated high school, all of my life I have had issues with going to school and getting things done. Always had great grades the first months of the school year then they would drop to C's, D's or failing. I was put on Vyvanse 1 day before my 18th birthday and it completely changed my life. Not only am I a much happier person, but I actually take interest in things and like finishing things I start! I have noticed some weight loss, but my appetite is and always will be still there. I'd really love to thank whoever discovered the wonderful prescription Vyvanse!"


"I am 56 years old. I started out with very low Testosterone levels around 150.  Once on Androgel the level peaked at about 500 which was our goal.  At the higher testosterone achieved with 4 pumps I encountered a large weight gain (not all muscle either).  I also experienced an alarming amount of breast enlargement and breast pain behind the nipple. While on Androgel for only a few months I experienced an increase in libido and the return of night/morning erections. I also experienced a remarkable increase in muscle strength."


"I'm writing this for all the people that are about to give up hope.. it took me 3 years to find the right medication.. okay im not 100%yet but I'm getting there. Please do not give up hope.  I've tryed 5 diff types of antidepressents which all had bad side effects & when that keeps happening it makes you want to give up. I was not going to try another type  for months because I thought they was useless.Then I tried Esclitalopram and it saved my life and my sons. It really did. I was in a dark horrible place.My issues was mainly anxiety which then turned into depression, the tablets lifted my mood within around 4 weeks  which then abled me to take steps in overcoming my anxiety, 6months later I'm feeling so much better......You can get through this x"


"Though the medication helped my depression, I  (a 20 year old female) started having incredibly painful acid reflux and heartburn after just a month or 2 of taking it. The acid reflux has dissipated since switching to different medication, but I still have bouts of it from the harm it caused to my stomach. I had never experienced any type of heartburn or acid reflux before being prescribed this drug."


"I started Citalopram 5 weeks ago hoping it would help with my anxiety and depression. I also have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). At first I was terrified of the idea of going on medication, (I'm a nursing student and I would only take pills if it's absolutely necessary) mostly because of the side effects and the experience of other people. I tried everything to "cure" myself and I finally had the courage to talk to my doctor and we made the decision. I can honestly say that Citalopram saved my life. I now feel relieved, more relaxed and simply enjoying life. No side effects beside a little nausea the first week starting it (I didn't eat while taking it). I am on 10mg and I love it. I know it is not easy, you're not alone. Take care ❤"


"I was 20 pounds overweight, not much for some but for someone who has never been overweight. It was traumatic.  My doctor prescribed phentermine - 1 per day - 30mg capsule - for four days per week only for 12 weeks.  I also changed my diet, counted calories, eliminated breads and sweets, and added a different exercise 4 times per week. I lost 15 pounds in 12 weeks. I probably would have lost more but I went on vacation for three weeks during this period. I would recommend this medicine to anyone who only needs to lose a small amount of weight."


"Horrible, horrible experience.  I'm a healthy (no pre existing conditions, exercises regularly, maintains healthy diet) female in my mid 30s. Rarely take meds, especially antibiotics, so when I do they usually work well. I was a little nervous to take augmentin because the dose was so strong, but the doc was adamant because I had a very severe sinus infection. By the third dose my whole body was reacting. No relief from the sinus congestion, horrible headache, very anxious/nervous, nightmares, night sweats, zero appetite, insomnia, blurred vision, horrible horrible yeast infection (I have never had a yeast infection in my entire life). Called the doc hysterically crying and was told to stop taking it immediately. Stay far away!!"


"Today (1/26/10)- I've been using Byetta for just over a month (started on 1/1/10). I've been on a good diet and have lost 2 to 3 pounds. My sugar numbers stay under 120 - usually in the 90-115 range. If I take another med such as glipizide (4mg or less), my blood level drops too far down (65 to 80).  I had to stop using any other meds with Byetta. Also, you need to check you blood sugar level a few times a day until you find a healthy balance.

 My goal is to loss 20 pounds. I've had no side effects from the Byetta except a bruised area where the needle goes."


"helps with delusions and hallucinations with schizophrenia, it doesn't help anxiety but does aid sleep at start but now I can take 400-800 at night and it still won't make me tired just calms my schizophrenia down a lot. It is a very good antipsychotic not sure how people use it for sleep and it did help with sleep for the first week and now it  doesn't make me sedated or tired but sedates my mind."


"I have only been taking it for a couple of days and I feel better than I have in years.  I have to make myself eat.  My energy is great but no jitters.  I actually feel like doing things again. Great mood elevator.  Wanting to lose approximately 30lbs. I don't have much will power but I think this will do the trick."


"The citalopram finally made me start feeling less depressed. I was put on a low dose of 10mg daily along with bupropion. They work really well together, but sadly I couldn't afford to keep taking the bupropion."


"I have torn ligaments in my shoulder along with tendinitis and was prescribed 50mg every 4 to 6 hours.  I have received no pain relief from this medication."


"I can't say this drug has NO effect, but I'm a chronic insomniac and have been treated for it with Xanax or Klonopin for at least the last 20 years.  While mild doses of those drugs have induced sleep, when I've desired more sleep than those "benzos" have allowed me, I've tried Promethazine in varied doses, from 12.5 to 75 MGs and it just doesn't induce sleep like I had hoped.  It's very effective for reduction of nausea, but I'm lucky if it barely makes me drowsy.  Sometimes, even the higher doses had no effect at all. BOTTOM LINE: This med gets great reviews, so it works for some, but I'm proof that it's not effective for EVERYONE."


"A1c 13  a year ago. Taking 300mg Invokana alongside 2000mg metformin and 50u lantus once daily. A1c made it to 7.0. Very happy now. Lantus alone and lantus plus metformin did not help enough over the last ten years. Thirsty and sometimes tired (water and caffeine counters this). Also taking tiny dose of lisinopril to protect kidneys. No other side effects (never encountered any urinary issues)"


"Buspar was okay at first. I felt more relaxed and less tense. But I've had high blood pressure and headaches almost every day on this.

Dr is taking me off and going to try something else."


"I have been taking lortab-5 for a separated shoulder i received playing racquetball and it works very well to relieve my pain. You must follow the directions given by your Doctor, take exactly as directed. If you do not experience any pain to not take lortab, only take when needed please. I have no side affects with this medication which is good because many other meds do. Will only be on this medication for a short time. Please use with caution."


"After significant weight gain on depo and the Implant I told my doctor how I'm sensitive to hormones more specifically  progesterone. So this pill is considered low dose and is a mixture of progesterone and estrogen I decided tried it. Love the perks of clear skin and 15 pounds down in 5 months. Cons- nausea after placebo week, dark inner thighs, mild depression, and random head aches. Although I can't say there is a direct correlation between depression, head aches and the pill. Open to try extra low dose and see how it works for me. Positives out weight negatives at this point."


"I am still trying to find the right birth control for me but this IS NOT IT. I was an emotional wreck, constantly crying, fighting with my boy friend and had no energy whatsoever. Only pro is it made my bleeding become normal again, also had zero sex drive and my breasts did not grow like all other pills have made them."


"It made me constipated for 3 days."


"Made me very agitated for the first few days. Had lingering side effects on the dose I am on. Often times makes me lightheaded, drunk feeling, high feeling, and gives me blurred vision, HOWEVER, it controls my panic disorder. I am on 600mg 3 times per day, using Klonopin as well to control anxiety. It makes my body physically unable to panic, which quells the anxiety."


"10 days on Lunesta (generic).  Not sure why doc suggested I try it, as I'd been on same low dose of ambien for 3 years, good results.  Anyway, had the metallic taste, just annoying but I slept so ok.  After a day or so waking up more, sleeping less. Took an extra 1/2 last night -total 4.5 mg.  slept, but today all day major headaches and nausea. Not sure what to do tonight-wishing for backup benedryl.  Calling doc tomorrow-will request back to ambien."


"Good for easing pain but wears off quickly. No specific help in treatment as symptoms return quickly. I guess it depends on initial cause."


"Quitting is awful! Be careful and make sure to follow doctor's guidelines or you WILL be very sick. Other than that it kicks in quickly and really helped me get back on my feet."


"Trinza and Invega Sustenna have been the only medication that has worked for me. I had almost no symptoms for a year which was great. I don't know if my schizophrenia is getting stronger or if the medication is losing its effectiveness. I had to add a second antipsychotic (Latuda 40 mg) to manage the emerging voices and delusions. I'm giving this a 9 because it gave me the year I needed to put myself back together to be ready. The side effects I've had were only pacing back and forth and shaking my leg."


"Took away my ear infection but gave me. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, heart palpitations, anxiety, shortness of breath, diarrhea, dizziness, etc... So not worth it. I was less sick before starting this medicine."


"Been on Junel for over three months now, and I've noticed a huge change in my mood. I snap at the smallest things, have no remorse towards how I act, and then bawl my eyes out the next moment. It's to the point now I have called my dr and told them I don't want to take it anymore, but they said I have to finish this month. I'm dreading this month of what may come. I already suffer from depression and this is just making it much worse."


"I've used this medication for months and it saved my life! I used to have the heaviest periods. I would bleed through my pants almost everyday of my period no matter how much I changed my pad/tampon. With this medicine I never even have to worry about my period anymore! I have experienced no side effects or down sides to this pill. I absolutely recommend it for anyone who had a troublesome period. I love it!"


"Started more as supplement to wellbutrin.  But I got more from this so I quit wellbutrin and take this at 20mg.  feel great.  Calm and clear.  Focused and motivated.  Side effects were mild...vivid dreams and absolutely zero appetite.  Eat lunch and thats it.  Not hungry the rest of the day.  Great for motivation and clarity."


"5 years I took Junel. For the first year it was fine. Lighter periods and less cramps. Year 2 I started suffering from increased anxiety and what everyone else decided was depression even though I insisted it was fatigue. I was as tired as if I had the flu all the time and the week before my period I could not handle a thing. So I got therapy and started eating healthy to treat what my doctors insisted was not symptoms of the pills. I worked out, ate healthy consistently but the weight kept coming on at 5 to 10 lbs a year. My sex drive completely disappeared which doctors will blame on the depression. I finally couldn't handle it and went off two weeks ago. I feel like crying at how much better I feel. It's like I woke up from a coma."


"Happy thoughts once again."


"My 2 year old has been on this medication for 4 days and yesterday started having severe diarrhea.  Her little bottom is raw from it.  I have immediately called her doctor to have this medicine changed.  Apparently she cannot tolerate it."


"I've been on Mirtazapine for 10 months. It doesn't help to lift my mood but it was put in place to help with my insomnia I had from my CFS. I've been on 15mg, 30mg and 45mg none of these helped with my depression. But it did help me to sleep for 8 months on 30mg. Only bad side effect was it made me extremely hungry and I put on 2 stone. 15mg was the most sedating - although that's even stopped working for me now."


"This cream works wonders. I had very red, acne especially in my T area on my face and after a few days of using it, I noticed great improvements! My skin became less dry, I did not get fresh pimples everyday and the redness was starting to disappear. I've been using it for nearly 3 months now and my skin is actually smooth now, I no longer feel the bumpiness of having acne all over my face. However, when I first used it my skin dried SIGNIFICANTLY. My face felt incredibly tight, and I felt like I couldn't even move mouth because it was so uncomfortable! So I checked with my doctor and was told that it was normal, so don't fret if your skin starts to dry greatly upon first use. I definitely recommend this, my confidence has improved."


"I'm of the .02% that get pregnant on Mirena.I had my first five year run after my fourth child with no problem. Got my second January 2015 .It caused a lil weight gain( I went from 130 to 139 )I'm 5'6.Severe acne and oily skin almost over night,I had perfect model skin before.Mood swings.Then June 4 I have the worst shooting stabbing pain of my life,and my shoulder is killing me.I go to the hospital ,I'm pregnant in the largest part of my left tube ,the next morning ,they do surgery to take out the left tube and my baby I just found out about.After surgery I found out I was hemorrhaging so she had to do a c-section cut under my bikini line to get the clots out and I almost bled out .i was white.If I would have stayed home I would have died."


"Co Q-10 is a dietary supplement which must be used when Lipitor is taken. This combination will protect vital body organs (the liver)."


"A year in on Complera and feeling extreme fatigue and 3 times a day I become dizzy, that I have to sit and wait for the dizziness to go away. I express this to my doctor and he assured me it was the medicine. Now I am experiencing tingling, numbness in my hand's and feet. My balance is unbalanced. Not to scare anyone. I have been positive for 2 decades and started treatment a year ago. I hear a lot of news about doctor's saying it may be low B12 vitamin. However, I know for sure what is the cause, the Complera. I never felt these effect's before in my life till now!"


"I just finished my first month, and this is what I've found. No noticeable weight gain. The first week or so I was waking up nauseous, but since then it's gone away. I'm not pregnant. Continued to get pretty bad cramps the first day of my period. I do tend to be a little more tired throughout the day. Overall, so far so good!"


"Bad"


"Taking for 3 weeks now for long term Lyme disease. I've gotten nausea 3 times now. When I didn't have food in my stomach is when this has happened.  Also last year I took it in summer and got blisters on my hands and fingers from being out in the sun. I was wearing 75 sunblock on my hands and it didn't help. A week after taking it this year all my lymph nodes got very swollen and it hurt to put my right arm down from armpit lymph node. Also had a headache every day when lymph nodes are swollen. But this is a good sign that my body is trying to kill, flush out the bacteria and toxins."


"It works, but definitely has side effects.  I started in early December and quit on January 2nd.  I experienced the dreaming (kinda liked it), extreme nausea (didn't like that), and the mood swings.  I decided to stop taking Chantix as the mood swings were getting worse.  I still haven't smoked, which is a feat for me.  I think all I needed was to brake the repetition of the habit.  "


"I am 50 and had 2 heart attacks and 2 strokes. I cannot take any statins because of leg cramps. I have been on Livalo for 18 months my cholesterol is 183 from 329 I love it. It took the place of 4 different medicines that caused a mal-absorption problem. I go through patient assistance program but was told Lilly care doesn't carry it any more."


"After trying every sort of medication for migraines, my doctor prescribed amitriptyline.  My headaches were gone the very next morning, and they have been gone ever since.  Yes, I was groggy for about two mornings upon waking up, but that went away quickly.  I take amitriptyline at night and do not experience any fatigue at all the next day.  Thank you for this medication."


"I’ve been taking this pill for ~ 1 year and I can honestly say it’s been a good experience in general. I had some mild breakouts the first couple months, but now my skin is mostly smooth apart from getting a few hormonal breakouts in the week leading up to the placebo pills. Extremely light and short periods, no spotting unless I forget and take my pill too late, no weight gain, and no decreased sex drive that I’ve noticed. When I was prescribed this pill for my extremely painful cramps, I read the reviews for Junel and was terrified to start taking the pills, but I’m glad I stuck with it!"


"So I just took my first pill a few hours ago.  I just wanted to give people some warning that it can make you TIRED!  I feel like I am about to fall over I am so tired!  I am excited about all the reviews about how well it works.  "


"I have had acne for most of my life. I remember first getting spots when I was 9 years old. I am 25 now. I always assumed I would grow out of it but that just never happened! Although my skin is by no means the worst you will ever see, I was uncomfortable with it. My nose was covered in tiny blackheads, where you could squeeze anywhere and pop loads of tiny spots. I have only been using Duac for about 5 days now and there is already a marked difference. The blackheads on my nose are almost all gone and the regular spots on my cheeks are much better already. My skin has been fine in terms of flaking. After the first day of using, when I washed my face in the bath loads of skin came off but other than that it is totally normal."


"The best medicine if you are taking then smartly. Helped me a lot but I was taking them for too long and too much (24mg per day) and at the end I went on detox."


"While this product may work to treat the problem, the side effects are awful. I not only experienced itching like no other and burning that could only be relieved by finally falling asleep, but this morning I had sudden shortness of breath. I am not allergic to the drug and was not experiencing an allergic reaction. I did some digging and found a study that mentioned out of 167, 14 people experienced shortness of breath on monistat 1 and they all had depression. I have depression and was not aware this could happen, so long story short beware if you have depression and use this."


"I started on 10 mg of Prozac for 6 months.  After 5 mos I noticed getting agitated and very angry at my past childhood traumas, ruminating again and wanting to change my family name.  It got so bad that I went up in dose and now I feel it doesn't matter as much.  I am positive, sleep like a baby, have energy and enthusiasm."


"I started contrave in December 2015 and lost 42 pounds (200 - 158).  The first 3-4 weeks I experienced intense neasea and headaches, but they were gone after a while.  I lost 14 pounds in the first month - I used the LoseIt app on my phone and tracked my calories, but it was pretty easy to not eat much because of the nausea.  Apples - I ate a lot of them.  It helped me when I had nausea.

I've gone from a size 18 to a 12 and I look and feel so much better. I haven't started exercising, but I will do that while continuing to use the LoseIt app - hoping that my tummy will tone up some while I aim to lose 8 more pounds.

For the past 3 months, I have kept my weight steady and am ready to come off the medicine and see what it does."


"Taking this medication had extremely positive side effects that not only helped in losing 30 lbs but also gave me energy, decreased my symptoms associated with fibromylgia, and reduced my fixation on food. (It is my wonder pill)."


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


"Many of the symptoms described in these posts can be a result of the urinary tract infection itself. I had fever, the chills, nausea, vomiting, headache, and tender abdomen. As soon as I went on Cipro, most of those symptoms subsided.  I took a couple days to knock back the fever."


"this med did its job reasonably. Didn't necessarily keep me out of the dumps all of the time,  but I could cope with life better. Started with 37.5mg ER, then switched to sertraline for 2 weeks due to insomnia. Went back on Ven but now 75mg immediate release for 1 month, then 75mg ER for another, then 150 mg ER after feeling like 75 wasnt enough. Was only on 150 for 2 weeks after realizing I gained 15 lbs!! WTF?? I didn't eat a lot because it did suppress my app. But I was constipated all of the time. Just wanted to lay in bed most of time. Moved on to Bupropion, but thanks venlafaxine for being there I guess? You're like the brother who kept me company but never cleaned up after yourself."


"Switched from Topamax 15 mg to Zanisamide 50 mg for 1 1/2 month.  Had one migraine so far. Very bad upset stomach, acid, and burping sensation. Will hold on a little longer to see.  Topamax made me lose hair. Foggy memory from both medicines."


"ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE! I was hospitalized for a SEVERE migraine that has lasted a whole month now! Sooo irritable, sharp ovary pain, so much blood, don't waste your time! Disgusting excuse for birth control! DISGUSTING!"


"I was prescribed this as my first ever birth control, because I had horrible 14 day long periods. It got to the point where i'd end up dizzy & hyperventilating. So my doc gave me this, so far everything has been normal except my boobs don't feel the same. I've only been on the pill for about three weeks but my bras are all too tight now and the girls feel super heavy. Coming from a 16 year old who's had B cup for a while, this was a surprise. I haven't had any mood swings out of the regular and my acne is nonexistent."


"I had skyla inserted a month ago. It was slightly painful and I spotted for an hour. If you have had a child skyla procedure is a breeze. I had my daughter 3 months ago all natural and once you experience that pain NOTHING else can hurt you. My boyfriend felt the strings for a few minutes and then no longer. My cycle lasted a week with very light cramps."


"On this medication for 4 days and my blood pressure went down to 96/76. (I was in the 140-155 range). I felt so tired I didn't take it that night but have since restarted. BP is running 107-127 right now - I check it every morning and every night. Had a few leg cramps but drinking water seems to help. This is the only medication I take so this is all new to me."


"I used chantix 10 years ago when I had been smoking for 30 years. I did not really want to quit but felt I should with the health issues and all.  It worked for me without my having any willpower.  I had never before tried to quit because I knew I wouldn't  succeed so I was very surprised that this helped me quit."


"Works well but does not mix well with hydrochlorothiazide (water pill). Causes blood pressure to decrease too much."


"I had Taxol with Avastin for 6 cycles. Each cycle was once a week for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week off. A PET scan after the first 3 cycles showed significant success, but the PET scan at the end of the 6th cycle showed new growth, so we had to change medicines. I have stage IV metastatic breast cancer that is in the lymph nodes of the chest wall. It is triple negative, so harder to control."


"The medicine brought my wife's symptoms under control finally.  Was very sedating to the tune of her sleeping 14 hours per day.  We are trying Invega instead but Zyprexa is always the fallback plan because it works."


"I started taking Lisinpril about 2 weeks ago. It is slowly lowering my blood pressure. But I seem to be more tired all the time. I usually take the medicine in the morning and I am moving it to night time to see if that helps.  It has made me slightly dizzy upon standing."


"I had 3 miscarriages after getting the depo shot and I bled for 3 months straight.  I missed my window for having another child. So sorry I got this shot."


"I took propoxyphene several years ago for a neck ache and had good luck with it so when I developed a moderately painful shoulder pain that wouldn't go away I asked my doctor for it again. I am limited to what I can take for pain because I take anti-coagulants but propoxyphene does not seem to affect my prothrombin-time. It reduces my pain with no side effects that I have noticed. I only have taken it for short term use though, so have no long term experience with it."


"I have had Mirena for about 9 months now. I do love it! however, I bled for about two months straight when I first got it. I called the nurse and she said to just stick with it. and I'm glad I did because I have hardly bled AT ALL since then. All girls are moody so its hard to say that its the birth controls fault but I do notice a lower sex drive, although not much. And at times sex can be uncomfortable for me and my boyfriend. I love Mirena and definitely recommend it. I go in every three months just to check its still in the right place though. Oh and also the insertion part was very painful but its 10 seconds of pain for five years."


"I was prescribed Zoloft for postpartum depression, anxiety and OCD of contamination. I took 10mg of Zoloft for two weeks only as it was ineffective for me. I experienced no side effects, which was the only upside. All medications work differently for different people. I experienced postpartum depression and anxiety only one month after my first and only son was born. As a first time mom I thought everything I was experiencing was typical, until I began having suicidal thoughts and resorted to self harm all taking a toll on my relationship with my son and husband. Waited until my son was 10 months old to finally get help. I felt severe anxiety still while taking Zoloft. Again this is only my experience with this medication."


"Yesterday I was having some itching sensation so I decided to try monistat 1 . After 3 hours  my vagina started to burn and itch in the most horrible way . I literally wanted to rip it off my body . The symptoms got worse , no relief yet and every time the product comes out it hurts even more ."


"boyfriend and I had unprotected sex Nov 6. stupid idea. after we were done he noticed that he finished inside of me. I was beyond scared. we aren't ready for a baby. we went to CVS i took the pill less than an hour of intercourse. days passed no period. it was about a week late. I was really stressed I actually thought I was pregnant. one of the side effects is always being tired and sleepy. the 50 dollars is totally worth it!!!!!!!!!"


"I'm 34 and have had restless legs since I was a child. It's the most irritating thing. I do not get a good night's because of it and I practically always wake up in a bad mood. My doctor prescribed requip (generic) and was specific to tell me to gradually up the dose.  I started with .25 mg last night and will again tonight, then .50 for the next week and another slight increase. I'm hoping that's what will help me avoid the sickness. Because once I read some of the reviews, I was pretty scared to take it. So...I took it last night and I slept better than I have in a long time. I could literally feel my body relax and I barely moved all night, which never happens! I woke up in a good mood, well rested and not groggy!  I'm so thrilled!"


"I have had positive experience with Miralax, but I'm not supposed to use that long term. I tried Linzess for 2 weeks. I wound up with constipation, hemorrhoids, blood, and pain. Not fun! I'm back with what works for me. Linzess was a waste of my time. I'm now gun shy to try anything else."


"Been on 500mcg Tikosyn taken twice daily for 2 months.   Went into sinus rhythm after 2nd dose in the hospital.   Experienced headaches and some chest pressure.   After one month I began getting indigestion daily, gained weight while eating less, have daily headaches, exceptional thirst, and fatigue.   My cardiologist said to continue same dose, along with 25mg metoprolol and 20mg xarelto for another 3 months.   With the quality of life being less than before, I don't know if I can hold off that long."


"I used this one time and my skin looked better after"


"This is my first time getting a yeast infection. Inserting the monistat 7 day.. when first inserted the product it started to burn and itchy I even had tears coming down. I got paper to fan my vagina with . I eventually laid down and try to forget about it. It’s just how like a hot tingling feeling. Hopefully this works. This the worst like omg :_("


"Day two on Saxenda and major nausea . Haven't eaten more than 1 meal in 2 days. Going to take my next dose at bedtime too see if it helps with the fatigue and Nausea ."


"I have been on phentermine for 3 weeks now and have not lost any weight at all. It has not decreased my appetite at all, although I do eat a healthy diet for the most part. Only effects I've noticed is shakiness and a very dry mouth. I'm very disappointed because nothing else has worked and this was my last hope at losing weight."


"Long story short, I had been on Necon for 8 years with no problems (clear skin, regular period, no mood swings). Recently there was some big shortage on Necon so my pharmacy replaced it with Nortrel which gave me really bad chin acne. I went to my Dr and she recommended Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo and said it was good for clearing skin. The first 2 pill packs my face went NUTS. I had acne all over the place. I was so upset and wanted to go off it immediately. But, I read reviews online and people said to give it a chance. I'm glad I did. My skin is now better than its ever been after 4 months. I rarely ever get cramps and do not have PMS at all. All I can say is give your body time to get adjusted if you are starting off on this pill and not liking it."


"Started phentermine 37.5 on Feb 3, 2015 at 272lbs.  Currently at 258 lbs.  It was really exciting at first because I lost about 8lbs in one week.  Then I gained back 2lbs. (No reason, just did.)  Since then I have lost 0 to 2lbs a week.  I definitely feel that I am able to control my cravings and have some self control.  I love that!  What I did not love was the insomnia.  It was so awful that my Dr. presribed Ambien.  I am feeling much better with some solid sleep. I cannot express how much I hate using a drug to counteract a different drug.  I want to continue with the phen, I feel as if it is helping.  Hate that I have to pay a Dr. visit copay every month to get the prescription though.  Doubles the cost of the phen."


"I can say this medication hasn't worked for me, I still have the infection after taking the course, plus an extra course. What I did find was I became very dizzy, I got blurred vision, and nauseous, I suffer with vertigo, and this medicine made that worse, also I got constipation and lack of appetite. So it was not a happy experience taking this medicine."


"HAVE YOU FOUND THE REASON BEHIND YOUR ACNE?!???

Turning 28. Almost 5 months ago I got off the birth control pill. A few weeks after getting off the pill, my acne go terrible! I went to my dermatologist and he put me on 50mg of Spirolactone. It's been almost 3 months. My acne has gotten a little worse. But I have read it gets worse before it gets better. I was so fed up with my acne I went to my gyno to get my blood hormone tested. She came back saying I have high testosterone which is causing the acne! So after that result I went in for a vagina ultrasound and I was diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic ovarien syndrome). Symptoms are hair loss, acne, unwanted facial hair, obesity/weight gain and high testosterone.

GET TESTED FOR EVEYTHING!"


"Been on it about four months.  Getting it removed very soon. Bleeding on and off alot and have extreme nausea and migraines with it."


"I really liked the fact that I didn't have to remember to take a pill. I've had my Implanon since Jan. 2013. I loved it at first I had a one week period the first month. The last 3 months I've had my period non stop. I'm getting mine removed this week. "


"I am 26 and started taking classes again. I was diagnosed ADD at 9 and was off and on Adderall and Ritialin through high school. I would always take it in the morning of school days, and not take it on weekends. I'm on 70 mg Vyvanse now I've been on for 3 months. I like it because it suppresses my appetite the least of the 3 medicines. I'm getting concerned though, because with school and work I will take 2 a day sometimes. But I still don't take it on non work or school days, but my concern is I think I am feeling withdrawal effects. I took it 12 days straight between 70 and 140mg a day, and the first day I didn't take it I couldn't get out of bed and felt depressed and had no motivation. I'm on day 2 and my brain feels like mush."


"I've never been on a daily medicine for anxiety and was previously managing via eastern medicine (acupuncture/chinese herbs). My anxiety never completely went away but those methods prevented full blown panic attacks most of the time. My attacks started to evolve in the last 6 months and I finally talked to my doctor about it. She prescribed Celexa 20mg per day, once a day. It's changed my life. I hadn't realize how withdrawn I'd become from the fear of anxiety and panic. I had some mild nausea in the first 2 weeks but nothing serious. She also prescribed Hydroxyzine for panic attacks which is an old school sedative in the anti-histamine family. I haven't had an attack since I started the Celexa but the Hydroxyzine is a great sleep aide."


"Oxycontin helped me through pain from a recent auto accident. "


"I've been on Toviaz 2-3 years and so far is the most effective for incontinence & frequency. Over the years I've tried: Detrol LA (rubbish), Ditropan XL (not effective), Vesicare (very blurry vision), Enablex (worked for a while but not enough control), and now on Toviaz 8mg. It really cuts down on frequency. I only get up once in the night and can go 3-4 hrs without urinating (daytime). The incontinence is much better. Toviaz is expensive so I've been taking 1/2 pill/day. My problem is my brain sees the toilet and doesn't want hold off until I can get my belt and jeans down, and my ass on the throne (about 2-3 times/wk). My insurance won't cover Toviaz now I'll have to switch again. I've heard Myrbetriq works well? Probably can't afford it :("


"I've been taking rozerem for a few years now, pretty consistently. I'm surprised by the low ratings.

As one other reviewer stated, this won't knock you out cold. It's a helper. I take it 30 minutes before I go to bed. By the time that 30 minutes has passed, I'm drowsy and ready to sleep.

I can, and have, pushed through the drowsiness if I wanted to stay awake longer for whatever reason, and of course then it doesn't work. But if you go to bed and let it work, it does the job beautifully.

I have no side effects other than feeling well rested. No hallucinations like ambien. No next-day dizziness like Lunesta. Don't know what I'd do without it.

The only downside: It is crazy expensive."


"Though I still sense some of depersonalization and a few hallucinations from time to time I am grateful that this medicine has improved my overall sense of well-being, most notably a return to being interested in the things I care about!"


"So far so good at 8mg of Atacand."


"On day 3 so far mild headache til afternoon hours, kinda stay inside to prevent it from being worse, I hope this goes away. Other than that I feel fine. I like that I sweat more when I exercised, it's good to sweat n burn fat while you work out! I'll update Sunday at the time I do my weigh in for week one!"


"This pill was HORRIBLE. Although it did prevent pregnancy for the year and a half I was on it, it gave me THE WORST abnormal bleeding during and after sex. I would wake up the next morning and within seconds of standing up have blood pouring down my legs and no it was not my period. I would bleed on my partner during sex... How embarrassing?! I don't know if it was the birth control that caused this or the fact that the birth control did not have enough estrogen for me to not bleed abnormally... I switched to Sprintec and it is working great for me. Have been losing weight on it actually and no more bleeding!"


"I have been on 150mg of Welbutrin SR for a little over 2 years. If I could go back and do it over again I never would have started taking it in the first place. It wasn't until I was taking the medication for about 4 months that I really started noticing hair loss. It slowly started to get worse. On top of that I noticed ringing in my ears. The first few months were great, I had more energy energy, I lost weight, and I felt great. I have been trying to wean myself off of Welbutrin, however it's been extremely difficult because of the horrible withdrawal symptoms. Even tapering off a little has been extremely difficult. I wish I would have done more research on the side effects and possible withdrawal symptoms."


"I started this medication 12 days ago.  The first week I lost 5 pounds, next weigh in is in 2 days.  The first day I had a mild headache but I now avoid that by avoiding caffeine.  I do have dry mouth a lot so I keep water nearby at all times.  I haven't had any kind of appetite so I have to force myself to eat. I highly recommend this medication!"


"I started with a low dose and then took the highest dose. I noticed nothing for the first two months and then I felt suicidal, derpressed and it did nothing for my ADHD. It was costly even with insurance and I had to stop taking it. Now I'm stuck with my ADHD and never have I felt worse than I did on this medication. It messes with your mind."


"After quitting drinking about a year ago I developed severe migraine headaches. The Propranolol LA 160MG caps have worked very well and I seldom get migraines.  I decided because of cost and the fact I was having so few headaches, to try and wean myself from this medication, within 2 days the headaches were back.  So I'm back on the Propranolol and back to being headache free most of the time."


"I got it on 5/20/14-present . The  effectiveness is great. The 1st month was a 3 week light period and after that no period for 6 months but did get a light spotting period that lasted about 3 days the max. My side effects was I would get emotional and very sensative but I am not sure if its the implanon because either way I am a sensative person. I immediately gained 30 Lbs. in less than 4 months. That's a lot! Now I weight like 180 Lbs. Thats a lot for a 5'2 women thats 23 yrs. Old. I went to the GYM and did dieting during that time. But after going for 3 months , 6 times/week and 1 hr . I saw no results it was 176 and 180 like a yo-yo.

I was upset. Stoped going. Had low or no sex drive. Developed Hypothyroidism."


"Used for colonoscopy prep since it was the smallest amount to drink over the longest time. Tasted like sprite. Drank 7 8 oz glasses of water over next hour. 90 minutes and had 3 explosions. Then 2 more glasses of water until 2nd dose 5 hrs later. 2 glasses of water, 30 minutes later, awful stomach cramps, dizziness, numb fingers and toes, dry mouth. Thought I was going to pass out from the pain. Worse than labor pains! Took 30 minutes to pass. Went to bed exhausted. Definitely cleaned me out!"


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"I followed the directions my DR. gave me - 1 packet at 5 with 5 8oz glasses of clear liquid to drink in 2 hours after that.  Started going within an hour.  Took the 2nd packet at 10:00 and have been in the bathroom a lot.  No doubt I will be totally clear by the AM.  This is great.    I had $40 coupon for the product from the DR so cost wasn't bad at all.  Will use the product again the next time."


"I took Ella One approximately 8-9 hours after unprotected sex. It was around the time I was meant to ovulate, so naturally I was very concerned. There were no significant side effects in my case, only mood swings in the first day or two (can't say whether this was the pill or just me!). My period, however, arrived a few days late (4-5 days), so I took a pregnancy test in the meantime and it was negative.
All in all, I fully recommend Ella One as a convenient and highly effective solution in emergencies."


"I've had nexplanon in for the past few months with almost no symptoms. After having specifically asked if here was any connection between birth control and weight gain (and being told there is no correlation) I made sure to continue my regular workout routine and I have yet to gain weight. Every women's body is different, some react differently than others. My friend is on her 2nd round and 5th year with the implant and has not had any negative side effects. The insertion took 2-3 minutes and I have a dot of a scar but that's it! If you see that it is not for you then you can always get it removed easily. I was lucky to have the entire procedure and implant free under my health insurance."


"A nurse practitioner gave me samples. I took one pill, cleaned me out within an hour. After that I had watery diarrhea all day. My head felt weird and I don't mean lightheadedness, I mean like something was wrong, like I just got abducted by aliens and they were trying to read my mind type feeling. Also when I went to sleep I had a nightmare about my one year old drowning. The last nightmare I had was in 2010 so something is clearly not right with me being on this medicine. I have not taken another pill since then. "


"I started phentermine about 3 weeks ago and lost 10 lbs so far but may be more and definitely the inches are gone, but starting yesterday I started experiencing some chest pains and shortness of breath and its like a little pressure sitting on my chest/lungs. My doctor appointment is not until Tuesday but I will stop for now. I hate that because these pills do work, I have more energy, eating way less. I was just hungry all the time for no reason and it was hard for me to lose weight, exercising daily. My mom uses them and she hasn't had any side effects. She has lost 21 lbs so far. So my doctor may take me off, so if that%u2019s the case I will definitely have to buckle down and stay focused to lose the weight. Good Luck to everyone else."


"I was given Ativan before having an MRI done. I have extreme claustrophobia and was unable to get the MRI done even the open MRI type machine. I took 2mg. one hour before the test. Right up until the test I was terrified. However, within five minutes, being in the MRI machine, I was out! I mean out, in a different world. It was scarey. I had an IV placed and didn't feel a thing. The whole test (an hour or longer) went perfectly.
Here is the really scarey part. I came home and went about my usual business. At supper, read the paper, even drove in town. The next day I had absolutely no memory of the previous day. The Ativan caused severe amnesia."


"I have ADHD and Bipolar Type 2. I started seeing Depakote's first signs of mood stabilization after a week on 500mg daily (a very small dose). It was great to have a clear mind. At the low dose I've been on, I would say my Bipolar symptoms are about 75% under control, which is great. I can also sleep easier.

In terms of side-effects, all I've gotten are vivid dreams on a nightly basis (not nightmares, but sometimes uncomfortable) and very brief auditory hallucinations (hear a loud bang, like a door closing, stuff like that). The hallucinations happen about two times per night, but I've been through worse hallucinations on SSRIs, so I am not too concerned. I also take between 20 and 30mg Dexedrine ER per day for my ADHD.

It's been 3 weeks"


"I am 54 years old and have been using the Estrace vaginal cream for two months. It has improved my vaginal dryness considerably. "


"I've had headaches since I was little but once I got to college they progressed into intense migraines.  I tried Imitrex and other various painkilling drugs without any relief.  I am so thankful my doctor prescribed this drug.  It's been the only life saving relief from my migraines which include nausea, excruciating pain, sensitivity to light, sound and motion, as well as dizziness.  I take a Maxalt along with a 200 mg Celebrex and 2 extra strength Tylenol as soon as I can get to it when I feel the onset of a migraine.  It works in about 30 minutes sometimes a little longer if I wait too long to take it.  Anyone who is suffering I would strongly recommend talking to your doctor, as another wrote, "Well worth the co-pay!""


"I have been on Norco 7.5/325 1-2 per day for around 2 years. I feel so much better being on it when needed. However, my doctor does not want to give it to me anymore and wants me to see a Pain doctor. If something is working to take away the pain just fine, then why change it? Hopefully, this doctor will understand."


"I am on my second month of taking this pill and I am not sure I will continue. I have noticed weight gain and serious bloating. I eat pretty healthy and work out so gaining weight was pretty obvious to me. I went on this pill to save some $$ but I plan on going back on YAZ - my mood was better, periods were light, no weight gain, skin was better.  Plus my pills dont come with the sugar pills."


"So this stuff works but beware if you have sleeping issues  promise you it will only make it worse . And if you decided to stop taking this meds please I beg u go the doc so they can help lower your doeses bit by bit safely."


"I went for a consultation for Botox in my forehead ,my elevens, and ended up being told I needed much more! I was told I needed bellafill under my eyes. My under eyes were not a concern for me,but my so-called doctor told me I needed filler there!  She was just trying to sell me something that would make her money! A test to see if I had a adverse reaction to bellafill was to be given and I was to wait 28 days before a procedure was done, my doctor waited 10 minutes!  What really ticks me off that the sales rep for bellafill who was present, never stepped in to say no you really need to wait before giving these injections! But unfortunately I signed on the dotted line and today, after 7 months, I am disfigured from these bellafill injections"


"When I began the NuvaRing in 2007 or early 2008 I absolutely loved it because I didn't have to take a pill everyday and taking the birth control pill made me nauseous and I gained a lot of weight. With NuvaRing I gained no weight at all the first time around. I never really noticed but I had no sex drive. My boyfriend and I have been together since 2007 and we have had a lot of issues due to our sex life, but once getting off birth control and then beginning again I've realized it is not me or him it's the birth control. The NuvaRing was convenient and you can hardly feel it and neither can your partner most of the time. It can fall out during sex, and my cramps were awful. I also cried randomly about 2 weeks prior to my period."


"I am rating it a 10 because it provides you with what it says: protection against unplanned pregnancy. It is inserted in your arm and you literally forget about it. I used to love it, but I started noticing that I've been getting constant, raging headaches that can last for days with little to no relief, even with the use of pain meds. I also noticed that it has become very difficult for me to lose weight. I totally recommend giving nexplanon a shot, but due to these side effects that I've started getting, I will be getting it removed next week."


"Klonopin has totally reduced my general anxiety, especially in social situations, and when communicating to others. It can be somewhat sedating, and also makes a decent sleep aid, although I've had better ones. So overall it's great though. Better then Ativan in my opinion. I take 1 to 3 mg daily."


"I am a poster child for Ambien and have been taking it for 2 months now and it has been a life saver.  Without it I would average at the most 3 hours sleep and that was after fighting sleep for about 6 hours."


"I have been on Zoloft several times. The only side effect was the "runs" which is fine you can take anti-diarrhea medication.  I am also on Epilim, I was recently diagnosed with Bipolar which in itself is a good thing.  No antidepressant worked for me, I was always low.  And off them I was both hyper and low.  It was horrible, then the anxiety kicked in.  So that's why I am glad to be finally diagnosed as at least I can get help and proper treatment.  Zoloft is brilliant for anxiety, but it didn't stop the bad lows and I was so tired. But no side effects whatsoever, well only the runs - which you learn to live with."


"I have had depression as far back as I can remember,  diagnosed with GA and major depression along with PTSD due to two life changing events I went though. I've tried zoloft (did nothing ) Effexor XR ( Made me sleep 24/7) Celexa ( caused SEVERE anxiety attacks) and just started Cymbolta, on day 7 and I can't believe how much better I already feel at 30mg 1x day. I also just had 2 major back surgeries and am learning to walk again at age 35, yet despite my trials, I feel happier, positive, lowered anxiety etc. First day I did have severe throwing up spells, but that's gone, low appetite still but a good thing for me, INCREASED sex drive & sleep like a baby. I take it at 8 everyday.  Good luck, everyone's different!"


"I had Hep C Genotype 1a for around 40 years . I believe I picked it up in the 70s. I found out about it early 90s . I was tired and grumpy and had to push myself past exhaustion often. From then on I determined not to let it get me down, and to exercise, not drink alcohol, and do all I could to remain healthy. When Harvoni became available it was like a huge blessing, I was so grateful for the chance to get rid of HepC. I realised what a priceless  gift I was being given, went to bed by 9 pm every night, exercised and did all I could to help it work. I did not experience side effects, except of a positive nature. Thank you Harvoni, I am cured. Yay!!!"


"HOLY CRAP I FINALLY FOUND ME A HOLY GRAIL.I'm a teenager who doesn't really suffer from cold sores I've had it 3 times in my life.In 5th grade, 10th grade and right now.The other two times I had a cold sore were not that bad I recall. My lip was not as swollen as it is this time .I woke up two days ago feeling a tingling and seeing a few little blisters and thought yes I caught it right before it gets too bad.I found some lysine. I was sure by that time the next day I'd be all set to go to work and no one would even know I had a cold sore.Turns out the lysine was expired which I didn't know so my lip kept getting worse.The next day my lip was huge and I was in a bunch of pain after work I bought abreva and followed direction. Now I'm way better"


"Taking Lexapro was the best decision I've ever made!! I've struggled with anxiety and depression since I was a kid. I had never taken any medications for it until I was 24. The anxiety had taken over my life, I could barely go to work and I was up for most of my nights because my mind would be going 100 miles an hour and I couldn't get my mind to stop racing. I had a lot of social anxiety. Every single little thing would seem like such a huge task or issue. I felt completely exhausted all the time, all I wanted to do was sleep. After about 4 months of being it Lexapro I can finally say I am the happiest I've ever been! I've even started college which is something I thought I would never have the courage to do."


"I started with sciatic leg and groin pain 3 years ago, then after Physical Therapy and being on a traction machine, which felt great and helped with Degenerative lumbar disc disease, I started having Head to toes Full body Tremors. Well no Dr. that I've seen has ever seen anything like what my body goes through so My pain Dr. has me on Hydrocodone and Soma, Carisoprodol  2- 350 mgs a day I still have acute pain from bugling disc and DDD, but the Soma slows down the Tremors in 15 to 30 minutes. I am given only 2 a day/24 hrs but now I think I need one more a day because they only last about 6 hours. I am so relieved to have this medicine because the pain and burning legs an the Tremors muscle pain helps but reoccurs 4 x a day."


"I hope my information can help someone! Here's my story I was put on Bactrim for 7 days for a uti. It helped my symptoms but my urine looked off, I finished the course there was blood in my urine but no infection.  Uti symptoms back. I went to doc and begged for another course of Bactrim.  I had bladder spasms and that urine color came back. I thought I was doomed for IC. weird until I researched and found out that Bactrim can cause bladder spams and blood in urine! I stopped the antibiotic (ask doc first) and decided to detox my liver with tumeric tea(recipe online) currently symptom free!! Not sure why docs prescribe this if side effect is drug in urine could be dangerous if you think blood is from infection! (For me it was dark tea color"


"I used to have a habit that ranged from 200 to 350 dollars a day. It consisted of vicodin and oxycontin but when I brought life into this world, I knew something had to change. I found a doctor on the internet that ran a suboxone program. Since then my life has made a 360degree turn for the best but what people have to realize is that eventually they're going to have to stop with this too. This is a product used to get through an opiate addiction. It's not a replacement."


"I just start this pills this month and start my period the Saturday before Christmas and I'm on the white pill that suppose to start your period on and I'm still having it. If it keep's up I will all so be having my period for 2 weeks. I'm  getting tired of bleeding and the pain that comes with it. Thank you."


"I'm 20 years old, 6 months ago I did two testosterone tests and it was below 20mg yeah 20 mg. My doctor put me on Androgel 1.62% 2 pumps a day, after 6 months I feel a lot better, I have erections now. I gained muscles and hair all over my body, I started to grow a little beard and I feel that I have better energy, I don't have depression anymore, my libido became very high, I went to my doctor last week to check my testosterone that I did, my testosterone levels now are 1090 mg. He was surprised and he told me to reduce to 1 pump a day. And yes my voice became very deep."


"I have been taking this for a day now. And though helpful, it has not completely been the God send that others are getting. However I can report that the coughing rattle is gone, and the bouts are far less severe even hours after dose. I should explain though that I am dealing with a supposed bacteria infection in my lungs, and the cough is not my major concern. But it does give peace of mind to know that the coughing is lighter. "


"I have always had pretty minimal acne, thank goodness, but when I got pregnant and had babies, I feel like I experienced some hormonal acne during the process. After my second when my body was regulating all the floods of hormones that come with birth I gave this cream a shot because my breakouts seemed more than usual. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel, 1.2%/5% it made a world of difference for me! Because I read many reviews saying it could dry your skin out badly, after I rinse my face with cool water I would apply a small amount of moisturizer, then the gel right moisturizer before bedtime. I really like this product! It works great with my body chemistry."


"Was skeptical when doctors swapped me from endone to slow release (SR) tapentadol. Huge headache and nausea 1st week. Over next month felt like the twice daily 50 mg would wear off in 5 hours.  So specialist has doubled dose to 4 x per day. I feel a bit weird for the first hour after taking it but thats better than the up and down effect of endone. I feel like the pain is better controlled now taking dose 4 times per day. But general doctor was reluctant to increase, so very glad I saw the specialist and his recognized that pain that SIJD causes."


"I have been on Loestrin for about 2 months now and I am not satisfied with the result so far. I got on this pill to regulate my periods because I am 18 and wouldn't have a period for about 5 or 6 months apart and the pill has somewhat regulated that but my acne is absolutely horrible. I never had big problems with acne before just little break outs here and there before periods but now I have horrible acne on my cheeks, and its left brown spots behind. I am going to either get off the pill completely or change to another if it doesn't get better within the next 2 weeks. I have also gained 5 pounds, and gone up a cup size."


"Like many others on this site I have a terrible fear of public presentations that was only getting worse with time and it was starting to severely hurt my job path.  The fight or flight adrenaline rush at the beginning of a presentation was crippling.  Got prescribed propranolol and it saved my career.  I'm still extremely nervous before public speaking with clammy hands and a rolling stomach but it absolutely stops that adrenaline blast and I can speak normally.  Keys for it to work for me are taking enough of it long enough before speaking.  Caffeine appears to limit its effectiveness in my experience.  I'm a 34 year old male and take 60 mg total - 20 mg 90 minutes before speaking and 40 mg an hour before.  Been on it 3 years, love it!"


"I have been using this medication for the past seven years. It saved my life. I have been diagnosed with Restless Legs Syndrome due to a spinal injury and with sleep apnea. My legs no longer run at 100 mph while trying to sleep, no leg cramps, and I finally reach REM.  I have been sleeping like a baby."


"I've had an over active bladder  for years and have had several medications with little effect. Then came the suggestion of Botox.  My Doctor provided me with almost zero counselling on the effects.  THEN, just as I was about to be put under, she asked me how much Botox did I want her to administer.  Dah!....   should that be my decision????  I wish I had never heard of Botox.  I had the Botox treatment on July 1, 2016 and  it's now Jan. 10,  and I have not been able to urinate without a catheter since which OVER 6 months now.  Beware, Beware."


"I have to take 4mg ondansetron (Zofran) with this medication to control the nausea which works perfectly. I have been on antidepressants for about 30 years and this one has been by far the best. I feel like my focus is much better. I have had 3 head injuries with 2 loss of consciousness
 (LOC) so I was really fuzzy for a long time until I got this medication."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

"Its my third day taking it. I am very bloated and nauseous all day long. I also have issues sleeping, but nothing to be bothered about. On the other hand, I feel stronger than before."


"I am on 600 mg a day 2x300. It is being used to help with depressive episodes of bipolar which I get more than the highs. It seems to of helped stop the very very lows but I still feel low with little energy or motivation. My appetite seems about the same although I have put on weight but that's down to me not working now. Sleepwise I struggle to get to sleep but once I'm asleep I sleep for about 8 hours."


"I have been on heroin oxy, roxi and anything else i could get my hands on for 12 yrs. After I took suboxone one time I felt like a new person no more cravings and no withdrawls whatsoever. Now my life is back the way it was before the dope thanks suboxone you probably saved my life."


"I have been struggling with mild to severe acne since middle school. at the end of my senior year I started an accutane plan, 40mg for 6 months.

The beginning symptoms were exactly what I expected. Worsening of acne initially, then extreme dryness, and finally RESULT! My acne was vanishing I couldn't believe it! I was so excited and had the most confidence in forever.

That all came crashing down when the love of my life and girlfriend of 5 months tried to have sex on our 5 month , which was also valentine's day. Here we are, both virgins, about make love and I CANNOT GET AN ERECTION. I've looked into it a bit and know that the first time can be difficult for a lot of guys. But it just didn't feel right, so I'm posting a warning."


"Made me super sick. This was my first time trying it, I took the prescribed dose, and I've been trembling out of my skin for the last hour. My blood pressure is through the roof and my heart rate is 141 bpm right now. I'm also nauseous and would be at the emergency room right now if not so terrified I'd crash my car if I tried to drive."


"Can't use estrogen pills. This was my other option. Periods varied from 3 days to 3 weeks. After suffering from horrible depression, weight gain, fatigue, nausea, constant breast tenderness, unpredictabe periods and constant spotting, dizziness, trouble sleeping, and cramping. After a year of hoping this would get better, the side effects continued getting worse. I chose to quit using the pills. I will no longer be putting hormones into my body."


"I took this and it's the best thing I have ever tried. The first couple of days I went by the directions then I doubled the dose. And I lost 20 pounds in 2 weeks.  It did make me feel very jittery and my heart rate was going 90 to nothing but I was determined to lose weight.! And a little information DO NOT I repeat ( DO NOT ) take Fastin before you get in a tanning bed. Tan first then take it. It made me very very strange in a bad way.  I'm no doctor but when I increased my dose I had the shaking and the increased heart rate. But It never harmed me."


"I was on Beyaz before switching to Zovia. I switched because my periods were so light that tampons were painful and pads were too much protection. On Zovia, my periods are even lighter, lasting a max of 2-3 days with an extremely light almost nonexistent flow, larger breasts, oily skin on my face, weight gain in my abdomen and thighs, & constant bloating. However, my acne has not reappeared since being on Zovia. Thinking about switching birth control. These light periods make me fear I'm pregnant."


"I take this about three times a week to help me sleep. I have had insomnia for two years.  Even though I work 12-14 hours a day and jog 5 miles 4 times a week, I still could not sleep. Started taking this and it did not do much at first.  But now it really works! I can sleep about 7 hours and only wake once or twice and can go back to sleep pretty quickly usually. I wish I could take it every night but doing this lessens its effect on me.  I save it for 3 nights a week and struggle through the others.  Side effects are constipation, I never 'go' the next day.  Also, pretty bad rebound insomnia, I do not sleep well the night after I have taken it."


"Yaz made me a crazy person.  I literally felt out of control every few days and it felt like my emotions were not my own.  I basically destroyed my relationship and it's hanging on by a thread.  I stopped taking it in the middle of the month because I couldn't take it anymore.  I did a bunch of stuff I would never do normally and I am looking back on all of it and it feels like a fog."


"It's amazing how well this actually works. I thought I would be stuck with anxiety forever and wondered how I would ever be able to finish uni and find a job. This completely got rid of my social anxiety as well as all the physical symptoms that came with it. I can talk with people normally and for once have some hope that my life could actually turn out well. No more random panic attacks or worrying about minor things either.  No side effects of any sort. I wish I had taken this back in high school when I was first prescribed it but I was too anxious to try any medicine."


"Heavy bleeding and intense cramping were my primary concerns for starting birth control and since I still bled heavy on my first pill I was switched to Yaz. The good is that the mild acne I did have is now non-existent, no more cramps, and my cycle is the lightest it's ever been. I can actually *want* to do more than stay in bed during my cycle. The bad is the random spotting. Theoretically it's caused by not taking the pill at the same time everyday but I keep a pretty tight schedule so it sucks. The mood swings are also discouraging.  I feel myself getting mad or either sad about literally anything more often now. I've also picked up about 10 lbs despite the same eating habits and activity level."


"Suffered excruciating lower back pain and was taking Vicodin 2-3 x's daily for my Fibromyalgia. I've been on Pristiq for about 3 weeks.

Pain has diminished 98-99%. (Sometimes feeling 100% relief. However, miracles I don't expect.) Only on occasion did I take a Vicodin (and on that day only 1x). This was only due to lower back discomfort I didn't want to deal with, but not excruciating pain!"


"I'm 19 years old and have been suffering from severe testicular and groin pain for the past 5 months, due to a sports injury. It prevented me from doing the things I had previously loved doing, I couldn't go back to school, and I'd be in bed all day. But now that my pain doctor has put me on OxyContin 20 mg twice a day, I feel like I'm getting my life back. This medication keeps my pain at bay. Before, I'd be going through an average of 8/10 pain everyday, but OxyContin miraculously brings it down to a 2-3! I really mean it when I say OxyContin is a Godsend for a male who's going through testicular pain caused by numerous problems. Best of all it doesn't make me tired so I can properly function throughout the day!"


"I'm on 10 months in Suboxone program. I've weaned down from 2 x 2/8mg strips/day, to 1.5/day. Recently I went to 1 and 1/4 a day, and tried for 1 and 1/8 per day. That proved to be way to fast, and I was in bad withdrawal at work. I'm back to 1 and 1/4 for now. Doctor office scheduled me for 5 days AFTER script ran out. So I had to wean just so I wouldn't go without. My Doctor required that I see a psychologist, and psychiatrist. The CBT therapy is saving my life. I've learned why I abused these pills, and am learning how to cope without. I want off, but patience is a must. Suboxone is great, don't let others judge you. If your on it, you've taken an important step. Good Luck!"


"Was prescribed this for UTI, after only 2 doses all my UTI symptoms were gone BUT I had a bad sore throat, nausea 24/7, and back pain. I went to the doctor twice and they just told me to keep taking it but i kept feeling worse. Stopped taking it on my own. Hated every second of being on this antibiotic, never again."


"I has Mirena inserted when my daughter was four months old. Insertion was painful because I had a c-section and my cervix never dilated. I had moderate bleeding for about 7 days after insertion. However, I have not had a period since...no cramps, no bleeding, no headaches, no acne. I don't have to remember to take a pill everyday, and I have experienced NO negative side effects. I give Mirena an A ."


"I combine thid pill (20mg) with adderall 20mg and it has really helped me with the aderrall's withdraw (anxiety/desperation/bad mood/even suicidal thoughts). At first I didnt felt like it was doing something to me, but I have observed during this month that I no longer have panic attacks that adderall used to provoke in me"


"I am 18 years old. I took this medication for 2 years if I remember correctly, in elementary, yes it helped me focus better in school somewhat but at the same time it had taken my appetite away, gave me insomnia, stomach cramps, mood swings and hallucinations and if I skipped a dose, I would get physically sick. I would NOT recommend this mediation."


"I am currently aged 55.  I am a little overweight for my height but have always been very active and workout at least twice a week.  I have never had high blood pressure or any symptoms.  During my last physical, my blood pressure was in the 150/90s.  My Doctor prescribed 10mg of lisinopril. I was pleased to find out that it also had no side effects.  After only 2 days of taking the medication, my blood pressure was back down in the 120/80s range.  Seems to work for me so far."


"After taking Zocor for several months I experienced sleeplessness, indigestion and anxiety. Depression soon set in. Anti-depressants cannot be taken with Zocor so I stopped it. Antidepressants all came with side effects. So I stopped them too. After several weeks of counseling and breathing techniques I was back to my old self. Doctor put me back on Zocor and 2 weeks later sleeplessness, depression, indigestion are back. I am stopping this medicine."


"I have been taking quinine on and off for some years. I only take it when I get cramp in the night. It usually takes about 20 minutes for the cramps to ease off, enough for me to relax and go back to sleep."


"41 year old female that is furious I wasted my life so far without this little miracle pill! Spent my life terrified of public speaking—basically wasted my Ivy League college experience, avoided speaking at work as much as possible, limiting my professional opportunities. I even tried therapy, and the most useful thing she said was “you could try a beta blocker,” which I blew off because I don’t like taking drugs. After spending a week long training in absolute terror and humiliation over not speaking up, I decided to try it. I needed to get over my feeling that I should be able to do it on my own—blow that, for whatever genetics or childhood trauma some of us have to contend with this burden of worry over any public speaking. This is great!"


"Doctor started me on the 0.6 with instructions to increase to 1.2 after 1 week.  At 1.2 the side effects became so intense, went back to .6 and have done much better without the side effects.  My appetite has been a lot less and I can't wait until my next Dr. visit to check on the weight loss!!  Side effects have been tolerable on 0.6.  Very pleased with Victoza."


"Absolutely did nothing,Lunesta is the best for me"


"The Hep C was a total surprise to me . Discovered when my Doc ran some routine bloodwork . I had been tired for a couple years and lost some weight , but I chalked it up to getting older , I'm 67.
  I have absolutely no clue how I contracted the disease .
   The gastroenterologist told me I had likely had it for 25-30 years !  I have some liver scarring but no Cirrhosis .
  I've only been taking Harvoni for a week and I swear I feel better already . My energy level is improving along with my general feeling of well-being .
 So far , NO side effects whatsoever , except for the good ones .
  I am so grateful to the powers that be for this miracle drug. And thankful for my doctor finding it before I had any serious problems ."


"Glad to say , I am no longer taking this product that really never worked anyway. Have no symptoms for 5 years, everyone said I would be taking prescription medication for life.   I just change my eating and drinking habits  and you to can win the battle. Good Luck."


"At first, I had a few headaches and lost 6lbs in 30 days. But what is really amazing is that it made me nauseous to drink alcohol. After 4 weeks, I was to celebrate with a nice healthy dinner including wine but after drinking 1/2 glass, it made me feel so bad, I had to chug water to not vomit. Now, I can't even think about having alcohol because of how it made me feel. Contrave should be marketed for alcohol addiction! On a negative side, after 30 days, I have severe cravings for sweets which I have not had before. I plan to continue Contrave for the full 90 days, so time will tell if it is worth it. Stay tuned!"


"This medicine works wonderfully. Be careful when applying because the top will pop off if you squeeze too hard. The only downside is that it burns like crazy after the 3rd application or so."


"Ok I am extremely upset! I have been on/off this drug over a year, last yr around this time I got a horrible rash on my hands on the tops down to wrists, pain my my breasts that is unbearable with 4 swollen lumps, I was set to go for a mamo and ultrasound but my breasts hurt so much I couldn’t imagine them squashing my dense breasts no way! Then the depression the past year of wanting to hide away in my room away from my family and wishing I don’t wake up and no explanation as to why! I had Palmer pustular plaque psoriasis and psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis as well as fibro, well my last visit I told my Dr and he for the first time in 6-7 yrs was very flippant saying see my general practitioner which he knows - he is mine."


"Just took first dose.  Haven't felt this good in a long time.  Been on many medications."


"My son started taking this at 6, he was violent with family members, and would not pay attention in class, refusing to do homework, sometimes hitting other kids. He had never been  on any other behavior modification medication before. We noticed a big difference when he started taking Focalin XR. His teacher started sending home good notes. He was doing well in school, but by the time he got home the medication had worn off, and we were dealing with the same problems. Now he has been on it for 2 months, it seems as though his body has just gotten used to the medicine and his former behavior had taken over. Now we are consulting his Doctor to see if the medication needs to be increased, or where to go from here."


"I just finished my first month of being on the pill. I must say at first everything was going well. After reading some of the reviews I was a bit nervous trying this new method. I didn't have any cramping,nausea,fatigue, etc. Now that I'm at the end on the month I started my period (AGAIN) and I've been on for two weeks now. At first it started off as spotting so I didn't really care much (before being on this method my periods were horrible). Now going into my second week,the bleeding is heavier than expected. It sucks. I mean who wants to be on their period for two weeks and heavy bleeding at that. I guess there's no such thing as a perfect birth control method."


"MS since 2002- 58 year old with poor balance , weak right leg and foot drop, I use brace, rollator and wheelchair. Started Ampyra 6 days ago, the first 3 days or so I was mildly lightheaded and it seemed the neuropathy in my legs was increased, but I was also feeling sensations I haven't felt in long time! Day 4 I felt a surge of energy and was all over the house. Today day 6th  I was able to walk more than I have in years without crying of exaustion or my legs giving out, legs so much stronger! I am beyond exited that this is all happening so fast and very happy I got brave enough to try Ampyra. And yes around the 11th hour you know when medication is wearing off, so if you start Ampyra carry pills with you :). Good luck!"


"Tried Botox yesterday changed my life today, no more frequency or urgency and no more PAIN... i was urinating every 1-2 hours and now I am back to normal ."


"I use cyclobenzaprine whenever I strain or pull a muscle in my lower back. Typically I have to take one dose on two consecutive days before I can feel the muscles in my back, "unclench", so that I can straighten up and move without pain.

I use a couple of Ibuprofen also to reduce inflammation. The ease and convenience is second to none."


"I started taking Byetta 3-4 months ago. It has along with diet, metformin and amaryl, enabled me to stop all insulins, (which I was allergic to). My blood sugar has dropped from the 180-250 range to 84-120, which I am very happy about. I also was informed by my doctor that Byetta reduces fat deposits around the liver so for people who have liver disease it is very important."


"Took 100 mg of in vocals, great results.  Dr. Increased dosage to 300.  Blood sugar rose from 100 to 300-450.  Within 2 weeks, muscles lost strength, balance was off.  Blood sugar remained high.  Unable to continue hiking, exercise etc.  went off invokana.  Started physical therapy to regain muscle strength.  6 months later muscle strength back, blood sugar is between 300-400.  Never went back down.  I feel horrible.  Everything had been fine until invokana dosage increased.  I believe it did serious damage to my body."


"I have been on Victoza less than a week and at first my sugar went down from 160s to 109. Then it started increasing, back up to 160s. At the same time I started getting severe abdominal and back pain (maybe pancreatitis). I also have severe nausea and just the thought of eating makes my stomach sick. I'm not giving up but have to make a trip back to the doctor."


"This birth control has gotten bad reviews and it scared me when my doctor perscribed me to it. I've been taking it for a month. I'm moody but I haven't spotted or gained weight. I'm pretty sure my sex drive has increased. I haven't really gotten any side effects. I hope it stays that way."


"I'm 20 and have had acne since I was 13. I only started on this a week ago with the 50 x twice a day. But the first 3 days I missed at least 4 of the tablets. This has caused me to majorly breakout worse than before I started. I've had to drink lots of water because I have been getting bad headaches (nearly migraines). I havent had problems with dizziness or infections. Its probably too early to be posting but hope it helps."


"I was put on Wellbutrin for depression, anxiety, and ADD. Within the first couple of days I immediately felt better, like how I used to feel. It unfortunately didn't help my concentration, but it greatly helped my depression and anxiety. I was on 2 pills of 75 mg each for two weeks, then that increased to 4 of 75 mg each for four weeks. I didn't feel any difference after the increase, which was done in attempt to help my ADD. Unfortunately during this sixth week I had a seizure. After a MRI, fMRI, EEG and consultation with my neurologist, it was determined that the seizure was solely due to Wellbutrin. However I know this is rare, and I still highly recommend Wellbutrin. It really helped me before the seizure!"


"Im 36yr old woman who  has polymyostsis it been a struggle for the last 7 years ups and downs. I have relapsed very often. The acthar treatment seems to work I guess once it gets to your system. Side effects are kind of unbearable. I live everyday grateful but hoping it will go into remission. But from what my doctor says the acthar treatment help get my CPK levels under control."


"Took the pill about 1-2 hours after unprotected sex was very worried because I had just ovulated so I didn't think it would work but I got my period 2 weeks later! Did experience a lot of cramps and my period is pretty heavy but it did its job and I'm very happy! Try not to stress because that does throw off your period!"


"I too, wish I had read this site before I went on to follow Doctors recommendation.   I am 50 and had been experiencing heavy (blood clots type) irregular periods for about two years prior.  Was told by doctors that with Mirena, bleeding will be reduced drastically or even stop due to my age.  To me this was exactly what I needed cause the continuous bleeding was leaving me very tired and non energy.  It was effecting my everyday life etc.  and because of the irregularity and heaviness, had several embarrassing episodes. Anyway opted for mirena six months ago.  Bleeding still very irregular and heavy. Doctors say it’s early days and to give it a chance but it’s not easy cause apart from the great inconvenience, I have had weight gain  as well."


"Since I have been sick, I have been through tons of medication. Most of which I had bad reactions too. With my condition, my depression got worse and mood swings started to occur. My doctor had tried putting me on an anti-depressant before, one that landed me in the E.R. So I was skeptical about trying something else but, when I did decide to try the Pristiq. At least I had some side effect, nothing big. It was probably me just adjusting but, finally when I had. My doctor started noticing a huge difference and so did I. I smiled more and cried less."


"Throughout puberty I had always had mild blemishes. Usually nothing too serious, occasinally cysts around the time of my menstural cycle. However, I've always been very self conscious about my skin and I wanted a fix once and for all. I visited the dermatologist and was prescribes topical medications but they didn't really do anything for the hormonal cysts. So finally I went on gianvi and I am so glad I did. There was an inital breakout and it was terrible but after 4 or 5 months there was evidently a drastic change. I no longer get any blemishes or cysts of any sorts. I am a bit more emotional than I previously was but the clarity and overrall radiance of my skin is definitely worth it."


"Only thing that works for clusters. Within 15 miniutes pain is gone. Thank Goodness for this medicine. Only wish you could take more than 2 doses in a 24 hour peroid. "


"Awesome form of birth control. I been on its since December 2014. It has not failed me once. My periods with out BC are every month with BC it's every two to three months witch is great. Also I have noticed the only side effect for me is when I'm going to start my menstural I'll develop a little bit of acne otherwise great method and I'm going to renew it for another three years."


"I took Paxil for 10 years.  Started on 20mg and had intense anxiety, confusion, panic. Doctor insisted it was all in my head.  Therapist told me to cut the dose in 1/2.  Felt somewhat better. Went up to 20mg after a few months and began to get brain zaps. A close friend told me I had lost my personality. Slept 10-14 hrs a night and frustrated my partner because of sleeping, no sex drive and no ability to feel sexual pleasure.  Effects of alcohol intensified-  passed out from 2 drinks or became over-emotional.  Tapered from 20mg to 0 slowly over the 10 yrs.  Each tiny decrease resulted in ~2wk period of increased anxiety. I think overall it numbed the panic but CBT therapy and getting older may have been more or similarly effective. "


"Works very well, the only draw back is weight gain."


"Severe leg cramps in both calves- tingling in both feet"


"I've had Mirena in for a little over 5 months and I don't like it at all. In terms of a birth control it's great! But I have gained 25 pounds, have stomach pain all the time and take something for it everyday. I feel and look bloated and I have barely any sex drive and when I do most of the time sex hurts. "


"It has helped decrease the number of migraines, but it certainly is not perfect."


"My doctor prescribed me this gel for my mild to many spots on my face and back. The first day I applied it the next morning my face was almost clear of blackheads and I had noticed an improvement however I decided to do what may have been a really foolish thing. I applied it on all of my cheeks and basically most of my face, the parts which rarely had spots on. I woke up the next day to a stinging bright red face. My skin was so so dry. It was patchy orange and red, it was half peeling and it looked like I was wearing patchy foundation. "


"It's early days for me taking Valium but I have noticed a general sense of well being. I think that if you REALLY need this drug then it's a blessing. I was suffering from post operative depression and long term anxiety issues. I don't feel like I'm zoned out or in some kind of vegetative state. I'm functionally normally but with a greater sense of calmness. Before taking Valium it was like I had a million things bouncing around in my head or like I was in a sweet shop with a mind racing around as to what lollies I wanted. I have heard negative things about Valium but I am convinced that if you genuinely need this drug then it's a wonderful thing. I give it the thumbs up."


"I had my mirena inserted on July 20th, 2015 and since I haven't had any kids (I'm 18) and wow it was painful. The whole procedure was very quick! I waited longer in the waiting room. The first and second day were horrible, I couldn't do much because of the pain even after I took strong pain killers. After a few days I still had pain but not as much but oh my goodness my first period with it inserted was the worst, really bad cramping and I bled for like 3 weeks. Now after having it for 4 months I occasionally get some random cramps and some times some mild cramps after sex but my period is super light now and I like that part. I am debating whether to get it removed because I have gained weight and my sex drive is just so low now."


"I take 300mg Lyrica once per day b4 bedtime..along with 1000 mg aceteminophen (Panadol/Tylenol) 3 times daily for trigeminal neuralgia..it is a godsend..i love this regimen..works wonders for my severe facial pain..the side effects i will take gladly for my pain relief..side effects include unsteady gait which subsides once my body gets accustomed to the dosage n lowered libido which returns within a day or two of not taking this regimen..otherwise i love Lyrica."


"Rx for dysautonomia and possible neuropathic pain. Immediate reaction was an extreme dry mouth. So bad that talking my lips stuck to my teeth. Then the urinary pain and pressure. I thought I had a UTI so I went to Dr. UTI test normal as we were discussing possible kidney stones he read I just started this drug. Told me to stop and come back if no change. 2 days later those symptoms cleared."


"previously on pills and they were driving me mad and not working (severe headaches and cramps) so I decided to try the coil, afterall if it doesnt work I can get it removed. The first week was fine, I did end up with severe cramps but my doctor booked me in for a scan and checked it was fine which it was and we just put the cramps down to my body adjusting to the coil.

I had very light periods for around two/three months and then my periods completely stopped and have done ever since. i still have very mild cramps but nothing like what i had on the pill, I'm really happy with the mirena and would recommend but you need to be aware its not for everyone but worth a try!!!"


"For me, this medication did not work on a lower dose of 50 mg, 100 mg, or even 150 mg. My depression got better once I was increased to 200 mg, which is the therapeutic limit, but this may be because my depression was incredibly severe -extremely suicidal, and not functioning at all.

However, after taking this medication for a little over a year, I have come to the realization that it no longer is working for me, and I am experiencing what my psychiatrist calls a "poop out," which is apparently something most SSRIs can do. I would recommend Zoloft (Sertraline) to anyone who has depression. It has honestly been the best medication for me, but for now, I need to try something new."


"I took Klonopin for ten years. Worked great for a few years but I developed a tolerance and over time, I developed worse anxiety and panic while on a steady dose. "


"I have had hair loss since taking this medicine."


"I don't like SSRIs. The fact that Buspar can deal with serotonin receptors without causing the loss of libido, weight gain, and tiredness makes it perfect to treat generalized anxiety. Plus it's non-addictive like many benzodiazepine for panic attacks. I wish they made it in extended release form, though my doctor said it's okay to just take my full dose in the morning - and that seems to be working fine for me. It's the only medication that focuses mainly on the brain's serotonin levels that I like."


"It didn't work for me.  I was disappointed since I like the idea of a patch."


"I've been on resperidone for 3 months now and it is by far the worse medication ever invented. Hair loss, weight gain, loss of libido, fever like symptoms, fatigue, dry mouth and generally feeling like a zombie. I cant do anything on these tablets it feels like the life has been sucked dry out of me. No thoughts and psychotic visions which is the only plus side but I feel as though life cant get any worse than this. If given the option do not what ever you do say 'yes' to this drug."


"I have been using it for 24hrs on right side of my right knee. It works wonders.  So far no pain and it does last for 12hours for each application. I didn't expect it to work so quickly."


"Because I have kidney problems and reoccurring kidney Infections I'm often prescribed antibiotics causing frequent yeast infections. ..I use monistat EVERY time I've gotten a YI. Yes the burning and itching is intense but is much rather have extreme symptoms for 1 day than itching and uncomfort for a week from an untreated YI..     I even go to work With the ovule in ...its not that much more intense than the YI symptoms alone..and no I do not have a sitting down job,"


"Update to my weight loss experience, I'm 51, 5'5" female, 3 kids, started Qysmia 9/9/13 at 198 lbs.  This morning, Nov. 7, I weighed in at 173 lbs. Lost 25 lbs in 2 months!   Eating 1200 calories a day, drinking lots of diet tea.  Still have occasional tingling in toes, but thats it.  Weight loss is about a pound a week but thats probably the healthiest way to go and I'm not feeling hungry or deprived.  I eat what I want, just less, BUT drink a BIG glass of tea before eating!  Cost - yes expensive - but you're cutting back calories so it is the cost of one Big Mac Meal or its equal.  I'm VERY happy with my results!!!"


"This pill made the pain almost un-noticeable. It works wonders."


"I been taking this birth control for 2 months and I hate it, I am bleeding all the time, it's not helping with my periods and I get cramps so bad it hurts to move sometimes. Worst birth control ever"


"I am on methadone maintenance. I have been on  it for years. It causes serious constipation for me. I had to manually pull it out! pain, bloating, you name it. My Dr gave me samples of Linzess. I took it at 2pm, and just took a seriously satisfying poop . Miracle drug. No side effects, yet. I strongly recommend for anyone chronically constipated."


"Started with a chest infection, was on amoxicillin for a week and half. Then got a uti and was put on alprim. Also had vaginal thrush and currently treating it with over the counter stuff. Went back to the doctors as bad cough and sore chest got put on clarithromycin.

So night of day 1. Took 2 tablets in the am

With lunch and took 2 after dinner. It's been 5 hours since I've woken up 3 times with a horrible metallic/druggy taste in my mouth. So so so bad. Even had some toast and juice and water to try and make it go away. But nothing even brushed my teeth again. Still taste bad. Any one have any suggestions. I'll buy a probiotic Tomorrow.I've been on many antibiotics in the past but nothing compares to this bad on taste in mouth."


"I used this for a two weeks for a rash on my face (cheeks and nose). When using I found that it was brilliant and my rash disappeared quickly. However, the day after I stopped using it my rash had already come back."


"I had ringworm unknowingly for a couple of years. I thought they were fire ant scars. 5 day supply of fluconazole 200mg oral & econazole cream was prescribed. Day 2 of treatment the center of every site is almast back to normal. THANK YOU ECONOZOLE & FLUCONAZOLE!"


"I would rate this with a negative number if I could. I got the implant in October of 2015. I loved it the first month then everybody noticed my attitude changed for the worse. Along with that I have anxiety which I never had before, depression, and sometimes it feels like a panic attack. All of a sudden I will get this intense feeling of sadness and burst into tears, for NO REASON!  My memory is terrible now, I feel like I forget everything. After several break ups with my boyfriend he stayed with me but the mood swings are killing us. I just made my appointment to get it removed. I cant wait for the old me to be back!"


"I've been taking Lyza for almost year now and I've had the usual irregular spotting throughout the months! I used to be on Ortho Micronor and I had the same experience. The only difference I've noticed is that the irregular bleeding went from one whole month of spotting to every other week! Has anyone else experience this? Also, has anyone gotten depressed from this? I've been taking it for 11 months and up until last month it had no affect on my mood. But suddenly, I've been feeling pretty down and I'm wondering if birth control could be a suspect..."


"I have hep c genotype 1 and I've had it for many years I assume. Found out 13 years ago but suspect to have had over 20. I have wanted treatment for many years but raising a family and homeschooling my children I just couldn't imagine feeling like I have the flu for a year. I'm so thankful for this medicine. I've had headaches and tiredness some nausea but I also have many great days with lots of energy. I have 29 more days to go and I'm so thankful and excited about having this wonderful opportunity to get rid of this and only having to pay 5$ copayment.  I am 53. Today is 2/22/17"


"Pretty sure it cured the chlamydia, but I ended up in the ER. I guess I am very allergic to azithromycin."


"For over 20 years I have had chronic facial nerve pain from a surgery that was messed up. I  also had 2 additional surgeries to 'correct' the problem but they were not successful. My only success with managing pain has been with morphine. Unfortunately it keeps me awake if taken close to bedtime. I was given Nortriptyline to try for sleep and pain relief (so as not to awaken in pain), but it was awful - the couple hours of interrupted sleep I had were with very bad nightmares. I stopped taking this medication as a result and will continue to look for a "real" sleeping pill that works & that I am not tolerant of. In the meantime I would rather not sleep!"


"Started taking Lyrica yesterday for severe diabetic neuropathy in both feet and lower legs. I am currently on Suboxone for a 15 year addiction to opiates and was concerned that Lyrica wouldn't work because my body is so screwed up from all the years of opiate use and most medications do not work well for me. Thirty minutes after the first dose I noticed a significant improvement in the neuropathic pain. My bedtime dose was another 75 milligram capsule and I slept better than I have slept in months! This medicine has been a God send for me so far. Hoping that it continues to work well for me! Thanks Pfizer!"


"I got this for a UTI at the ER. The next day I had an intense sharp headache that caused me to throw up. I lost my appetite as well and hardly ate for two weeks because I couldn't stomach anything and ended up losing a lot of weight . I also broke out in a terrible painful rash. It was all over my arms, chest, face, and neck. After two days I had to go to my regular doctor for steroids and a change in the antibiotics. The absolute worst experience on any medication, really surprised it's still on the market after reading all the reviews"


"This is a miracle drug! I've tried all sorts of medicines over the past 30 some years and this drug is the only one that has ever stopped my migraines. If you are like me and have migraines often, then you got to try this drug, of course not all people have the same experience with medicines, but it is well worth trying."


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"I got the Mirena put in last month. And holy crap, it was painful. I've never had children, so my cervix was all "YOU SHALL NOT PASS!" I was dizzy for a few minutes and went home with a heating pad and pain medicines. At first I was in love. There was some spotting, but nothing I couldn't deal with. Pantyliners are my best friends. Anyway...I'm a little frustrated right now because my period started four days early and will not go away. Just when I think I can put my regular tampons away, it starts up again. (I'm over it).

Right now I just want my body to stabilize and figure out what the heck it's doing but otherwise, I'm happy with this decision. My sister just got hers yesterday (has one kid) and is doing great."


"I was in the hospital for appendicitis and I was given this to help with the pain and before the entire shot was inside of me my head hit the pillow and I had instant release of pain... Greatest pain killer I've ever had"