"I started using Paroxetine after I received what was the most traumatic news of my life, and it caused my anxiety to go into complete overload. I started having bad panic attacks and terrible anxiety. I also started suffering from really bad obsessive thoughts! My doctor put me on Paroxetine and I have been on it for about 4 weeks now, along with Xanax for short term use until the paroxetine really kicks in. Well I must say that I do feel ALOT better, but not as good as I did before all this started. I'm being a little impatient? I'm told that the Paroxetine takes at least 3-4 weeks before it really starts to work and as I said, it's only been 1 month since I started taking it. I just want the way I used to love life to come back!"


"Began taking this medicine when I was in pain for a strong UTI. This medicine has made me feel the worst I've ever felt in my life. Constantly throwing up, extremely high fever (104), dizzy, confused, blurred vision, chills, insomnia, and the most painful back, ribs, neck, and leg pain. As well, it makes you urinate less frequently and that put together with not being able to hold down water, how is this supposed to make me "better"? I have never been one who is sensitive to medication but due to the amount of dehydration and pain I've been caused I'm currently sitting in a hospital hooked up to an IV. I wouldn't suggest this medication to anyone, ever."


"I was on mirapex for RLS for about 11 years.  At first it RLScgot much worse.  I had uncontrolled arm and leg movement when relaxed or sleeping.  I did not get sleep.  Finally went to a neurologist.  He started me on 300mg of Gabapentin and worked up to 1200mg at night and 300mg at morning and afternoon.  Then I started to reduce mirapex.  I went through severe withdrawal for 5 days and moderate for another 5 days.  I now can sleep and the uncontrolled movement is minimal.  My neurologist said that mirapex was the cause of my worsening condition"


"I was put on minocycline for my acne. About 2 weeks later, I woke up and could not move a bone or muscle in my body. I went to the doctor and they did not know what it was. My acne cleared up however, this pain in my bones was horrendous. I was told I was just stressed by one doctor, had arthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis. I am a very active 20 year old girl. It actually got to the point where it was ruining my life. I went to TEN doctors and I finally figured out myself I had drug induced lupus from forums like this which the doctors agreed. It took me a year for me and doctors to realize. I was injected with 2 cortisone shots in my buttocks and feel better but still not 100%. This drug has ruined my body. Please be careful."


"I had the implanon put in June 2012.. was the best decision of my life. In June 2015 I had it removed an th e nexplanon put in. Still a good decision... no periods since June 2012 spotted only twice no cramps no real mood swings.. but a little more acne and a lower sex drive are the faults.. but hey I'll take that deal if it means no stress about getting pregnant"


"Just started on complera a month ago. This is my first medication and I have to say I am very happy with it. Like others I waited over a month after I got my first prescription before I started taking it. I was more scared of the medication then when I first found out six years ago I was positive. The first couple of days I had some dizziness and fatigue and I have experienced some gas. However they have all subsided. I have read a lot of people have problems taking it with a 400 calorie meal. I was never a breakfast eater but decided I would take my pill in the morning. I have half a whole wheat bagel with two tablespoons of peanut butter 325k and half a cup of cottage cheese 110k for a total 435. Very light meal but provides the calories."


"I'm on Wellbutrin already and was recently put on Lamictal, it stabilized my moods a bit, but I stopped taking it due to the horrible insomnia and very vivid dreams.  Every time I went to bed and managed to sleep I woke up exhausted due to my brain consistently running through the night. I had to stop it, I was tired all the time because of the horrible insomnia."


"Elavil is also great for preventing migraines. If taken on a daily basis, you will experience less headaches. It is also great as a sleep medication and for nerve pain."


"I highly encourage anyone struggling with acne to ask their dermatologist about accutane. I've struggled with mild but persistent acne for years. I was placed on an antibiotic for almost two years after trying topical treatments. This antibiotic worked for me for a few months but I still had breakouts. I have just finished my 6 month round of accutane. I am honestly in love with this drug. My skin is flawless and I am happier with it then I have ever been. The only side effect I had to deal with was dry lips which wasn't bad. My skin never felt dry, it actually feels softer."


"I'm 24, and have PTSD, bipolar and anxiety disorder. I have recently had the scariest panic attacks, 911 calls and ER visits. So bad I thought I was dying...every night. I took klonodopin and it didn't help. My doctor prescribed this today and I haven't feel this relaxed or not in fear in a long time. I'm thankful to this medication. I couldn't handle it anymore. Nothing else has helped."


"I am 45 and I kept getting anxiety meds, but couldn't figure out why I was so reclusive and unmotivated. I called my doctor myself and asked for hormone test. Turns out it was low and she prescribed "Lo Loestrin Fe.". I never knew 45 was average age that pre-menopause starts (best kept secret).  I started it 6 days ago and am noticing some more motivation.  I realize most people write on these pages with problems. Here is hoping that what I'm feeling gets better and better. Sex drive is way up already! I got three months of samples from doctor so remember to ask."


"Strong."


"I used to be a 2-pack smoker. I had been smoking for 17 years since age 14. I had tried to quit many times with a limited success. Chantix is a miracle drug that helped to quit for good almost 3 years ago."


"As someone else pointed out that they have like 0.02% of side effects. That's me... my psychiatrist has to look up my side effects because they are so random and uncommon. I tell everyone Cymbalta saved my life. I have battled blood pressure for 10 years and have been on 27 different medicines for it. Although, I luckily do not have a severe case of blood pressure, I do need to learn how to handle stress better and went on Cymbalta after a nervous breakdown that put me in the hospital. Was put on Cymbalta and Depakote, the best medicines ever. 16 months later and 70 pounds heavier, I am doing great. Weight gain was from Depakote, and so I got off of that 3 months ago, but Cymbalta is still keeping me afloat."


"I was first put on wellbutrin at 300mg then 450mg but that kept me up and I really wasn't feeling much of a difference. The doctor added Prozac 20mg. For the first 3 days I could sleep. After that if feels like I'm coming off a caffeine high as I get very tired but I never experience a high in energy. I get hot flashes and sweat about 25-30mins after taking it but then it goes away. I yawn all the time. Another thing I've noticed since I've been on it was decreased sexual mood and ejaculation feels weird, just weird. I'm not emotionless but sadness, depression and anger seem to not be present. Decreased appetite and lost a little weight. No other side effects experience."


"Anything that can get me back on track while I deal with my very occasional anxiety issues.  Xanax helped me out a lot 4.5 years ago and I am in need of it again."


"Taking Prozac for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder is a miracle! But when I hit forty it really got worse.. especially at period time, my thoughts were so messed up, I would think things that I knew wasn't normal and cry because of the most ridiculous reasons or just non- stop crying for no reason. Irritated beyond expression and like my body was on speed. But all out of my control, I could not get in control of my moods or thoughts. So last year at my Gyno appointment I mentioned this bizarre experience I would have prior to my periods!
She explains PDD and prescribed Prozac. I take mine 14 days prior and every other day or every third day because it makes me feel draggy! Just depends how it affects me that month. I take it before I go to bed. Works great! New life!"


"This birth control pill has me constantly  on my period. I was on my period for 35 days straight when I first started taking it. I've been taking it for almost 4 months and I've been on my period for at least half of the time. Absolutely horrible since I am a newlywed."


"I've been on Loestrin 24 Fe for about four years now. When I first started taking it, I did gain about 15 pounds or so. Other than that, it has been good. My periods only last 2-3 days and they are light enough that I can wear a small tampon or a panty liner. I had three ovarian cysts burst before taking Loestrin and since I've been on it, I haven't had any cysts burst. I would recommend Loestrin, except for the weight gain."


"Middle Back Pain and knee Pain . Yeah work for sure but need too double the daily usage"


"It's only been a month so I can't guarantee any of this is the pill, but I switched over from Yasmin. Since I have started this pill, I have been in a way better mood. I have started losing weight (5lbs so far). My complaints are that I am breaking out! On my face, back and chest. Right before my period started I got sick. I thought I ate something bad but then I got my period the next morning. I was one for very painful and nauseating periods so I hope this is just a first time occurrence because I really don't want to switch pills AGAIN!"


"30 years of Xanax at 1mg 3x a day. I miss the passion that my husband and  I have but my body is numb. I have a my perfect husband so I pretend. Xanax will RUIN your sex life and take a lot from you if you take it for years like I have. They hardly work at all now and I am having lots of problems trying to stop. Beware because at first they are wonderful. "


"I've been on this pill for three months now and I like it a lot. This is my first time ever being on bc and I'm 17 so I was looking for something simple and easy to handle and this pill was definitely good for me! I didn't get my period the first month and the only side effects I get are sore boobs, cramping (during the same time every month), and minor mood swings. The only negative aspect that I didn't like was that I had spotting in between periods on the third pack (the one I'm on now) which made me nervous since I didn't get that the first two months. Other than that I would highly recommend it!"


"My Dr. in NYC took me off of Halcion (which worked great!) and put me on Ambien when it came out being touted as a "miracle sleep aid". Doc told me that it was non-habit forming, if it worked for me I wouldn't ever need to use more than the 5 mg. tabs (sounded like she had just memorized company literature). Anyway the .5 mg. Ambien worked great for a while, especially helpful as my work schedule(s) varied so much. I'd sleep and wake up refreshed. But after 7 or 8 yrs. of taking .5 mg several nights a week, I needed 10 mg. to get & stay asleep. Then it stopped working. Fact is, you have to go off Ambien for a while until your "tolerance" goes away & I'll bet that's the case with all sleep aids - it's back to Halcion for me!"


"Used it with mianserin (another AD which helped a while in the sleeping). I guess things looked a little less gray with it, just a little less. Stopped it because the effect was not very relevant and my psychiatrist told it was a very expensive drug so if it wasn't very effective I should not spend money on it. Now I continue with mianserin and started topiramate (a mood regulator)."


"I've had my nexplanon in for 3 yrs. I've had great experience with this except I have extreme anxiety and depression which I am on medications for that now. But it's past my 3 year mark and my doctor will not take out my nexplanon. I told her it was expired and even showed her the little card they gave me when They put it in that showed the expiration date. She said it can still be working for another 2 months. I asked her I said but doesn't it lose its effectiveness and she said yes and said but it could still be working I was like well how do u know??? And she just changed the subject. Then I asked her well can't it get stuck in your muscle and tissue and she said yes but it should be good for another month or two."


"I'm so grateful I read about Oxybutynin for hyperhydrosis on drugs.com 3 weeks ago it has already saved me so much anxiety, discomfort and embarrassment. I can't believe I can feel confident and comfortable in public now. THANK YOU! My crazy sweating began 2 years ago from Opiate Replacement Therapy (an extremely common side effect of methadone & Suboxone) Even in winter, just grocery shopping left me covered in sweat but since day 2 of Oxybutynin NOT ONE BEAD OF SWEAT I feel so lucky! I haven't tried exercising on it yet but I'll update when I do :)
In addition to Methadone 50mg, I take Lexapro, Norimin, Ritalin & Serequel 25mg which would increase my side effects so far of dry mouth and 3 headaches but small sacrifice!"


"I started taking Lupron in November, 2014, and I am currently still taking the shots. I have had almost no side effects except for occasional hot flashes. I was put on Lupron because of heavy bleeding, due to my large fibroids. I am extremely happy with the results. My fibroids have shrunk to the point that I can now have a laparoscopic hysterectomy, rather than the old fashion full abdominal surgery. I haven't had a menstrual cycle in 9 months."


"Super effective and VERY strong.  It's the only medicine that I've nodded to period.  Use for bad pain with care. It works wonders, instantly.  Couple of sprays and you're just fine (totally crushed...but not feeling the pain)."


"My doctor recommended the Nuvaring to me after I told her how I didnt like taking birth control pills because I forget and also I had no sex drive while on the pill. I put the Nuvaring in and within 24 hrs I had severe vomiting, fever, & muscle fatigue. This was literally the worst experience I have ever had with birth control. At first I didn't understand what was happening to me till I looked at the side effects on the pamphlet my doctor gave me. I immediately took it out and within 8-10 hrs I stopped vomiting but still very weak and frail. I had a severe allergic reaction to the Nuvaring and later found out that my body reacts negatively to estrogen and progesterone from my new Doctor. I'm going to try the copper IUD."


"I am age 24, I believe I contracted Hep C through IV drug habit. I thought my low energy and brain fog was because of the many drugs I have done. I had the virus for 2-4 years unknowingly. I finally got a checkup and came back completely healthy except for having Hep C. I workout and eat healthy all the time. My viral load was under 15,000 (very low).

 I was put on harvoni 8 week and was tested the last 2 weeks of treatment and came up negative.

The medication eradicates a resilient virus from your body. Harvoni definitely has side effects do not let any doctor tell you otherwise. The medication is extremely effective however and the trade off for mild discomfort is well worth it.

I am now a few months clean of Hep C after taking Harvoni"


"This is ahorrid med. Made me hallucinate and tons of other stuff"


"I'm in my fifth week taking injections. I've been on 2000mg metformin daily for 4 yrs but my A1C has been creeping up over the last year (7.3 ) and my fasting blood sugars (morning) had averaged around 160 and almost never registering below 150 and too often above 170. Over the last 4 weeks my fasting sugars have steadily dropped. Last week they averaged 116 and this week they are averaging 107. I've experienced sporadic mild nausea and a reduced appetite (not as hungry as often and I fill up much faster). I'm not a fan of the injections but they're tolerable . I've not followed my weight (definitely not gaining) and we won't check my A1C for a couple more weeks."


"This medication was not good for me. I had a lot of severe joint pain and I was sad all of the time. I cried at the drop of a hat and this is not my normal personality at all. I always felt as though I just wanted to curl up in a ball and stay under the covers. I lasted 2.5 years. All of my joints hurt. So, now I am trying letrozole. So far, it seems more of the same...sigh."


"I have taken Lexapro for depression and anxiety for over 10 years-beginning in my early 40's.  I have tried to change to other medications without success. But, I had the side effects on Lexapro of tiredness, lack of energy, and apathy. Maybe related to those side effects, but I believe also separately, I gained a lot of weight since I started the medicine.  The trintellix is the first medicine that not is working on my mood and anxiety and my energy and get up and go has returned. I feel 20 years younger! For the past 6 weeks, I have taken 10 mg of Trinellix, while titration slowly down on my Lexapro (had been at 30 mg for years). I was less than hopeful, but am so thrilled to have this successs finally. I do have some stomach upset-not ba"


"I want to warn you about watching what you drink and other medicines you take.  It turns out that even a little alcohol (3 drinks a month) and Motrin (6 pills taken over one week) will hurt your liver while on Cymbalta.  I found this out through a routine blood test.  "


"I was placed on 150mg x2 a day Wellbutrin & 0.5mg Klonopin X 2 a day. Wellbutrin gave me the initial energy I needed to stay awake. At one point I didn't have enough Klonopin to get me through so I cut my dosage in 1/2 for the Klonopin to 0.5mg. Wellbutrin was overpowering it made me too hyperactive and made my anxiety rage so I stopped taking it and it helped calm me down. My depression disappeared and my anxiety leveled out. Since, I%u2019ve been back on 0.5mg x 2 a day, extra as needed and stayed off the Wellbutrin. The depression hasn't come back yet. If I forget to take Klonopin for more than a day I start losing my thoughts mid-sentence and I forget everything that I%u2019m trying to say. Then my anxiety comes back and I%u2019m a mess until I take it."


"I will be turning 18 in a month and I don't have any kids. I was previously on the Nuvaring and I usually had 3 day periods with just one super tampon a day. I also never cramp and whenever I did they were just slight cramping in my hips. I got the skyla inserted yesterday afternoon and I took a tramadol before. The insertion is quite uncomfortable, just a lot of pressure that I got through with deep breaths. My cramps about 30 minutes after were breathtaking but nothing too bad. I was on the fourth day of my period when I got the insertion and I have light spotting today. The worst part of the entire thing was the dilation of my cervix. Besides that I am quite pleased"


"Since being put on jolessa by my gyno about a year ago I have experienced mood swings, increased appetite, excessive weight gain, and most of all, extreme fatigue. No matter how much sleep or rest I get I am ALWAYS tired. I actually only feel well rested and energized when I'm on my period (which makes no sense!) Needless to say I won't be using this birth control much longer. The only good thing that has came out of my experience with jolessa is lighter periods. My horrible cramping is still the same though. Heavy periods and horrible cramping is the reason my gyno put me on this birth control! VERY disappointed."


"Im a 54 year old male, 5 11" 300 lbs.

Been taking it for 3 months; lost 30 lbs. Have lots of energy for yard work and exercise. I was a compulsive eater, but now I can walk by donuts with no pain. made progress eating better and less.  I Take it first thing with water, then don't eat till late afternoon.  Seems to reduce my desire to eat. Makes me appreciate lighter foods over heavy foods.  I have more physical and mental energy.  Only negative is makes it a little harder to sleep.

Its actually possible, some day I will not be the fattest guy I know."


"I was originally prescribed this pill to help with fainting spells on my period, irregular periods, severe cramps, and the impression that I might have had endometriosis. Shortly after starting, about a month in, my mood severely changed. I would get anxious very easily over little things. Within the past month(I haven't even been taking this pill for 2 full months), I have experienced insane emotional breakdowns resulting from either overthinking situations, or no trigger at all. Within the past 3 weeks, I have cried nearly everyday. Although, I have not experienced any pain from my period, it is virtually nonexistent. As for other side effects, this pill, despite popular belief, has NOT a learned my skin."


"I had bad cystic acne around my jawline and cheek bones so my doctor put me on doxycycline with Tazorac cream to use at night. I have been on it for about 4 months and have improved but I am definitely not clear (which is the ultimate goal obviously). I didn't experience any side effects but was disappointed with the results."


"2 weeks in, my experience

The good:

Clear focus

Appetite suppression

Increased libido

Calm demeanor

Lower anxiety

Able to get out of the house and interact with people

The bad, but have subsided

Dizzy

Nauseous

Insomnia, now i take it around 2pm vs before bed

Drug is always unavailable when doc refills .

Expensive without insurance

Better than wellbutrin, Lexapro and abilify.

So far so good"


"I've been on this pill for about 6 months and I didn't experience any weight gain. My only issue with this pill is that I get very emotional during the third week of the pill. Doctors recommend taking a B-complex vitamin at the same time. I didn't know this at first but once I started doing this, I noticed a positive change but still had that mood swing in the third week. I would just get a little obsessive and cry easily. Just remember that each pill works differently for everyone. So a pill that makes one person gain weight might make another lose weight."


"I have only experienced a handful of migraines as an adult (had them often as a child but they ended with puberty), but frequency has increased to 3 within the last year. This was the first time I have had migraine medicine to take. Dr. gave me a few different samples - Maxalt 10mg was the one I took. It was really AMAZING that within 5 minutes of taking it the vice-like pain was gone. I did experience extreme fatigue, some nausea, diuresis (clammy & sweaty), and some muscle pain, but, to be honest I just tried to sleep through most of it. I woke up about 2hrs later feeling better and able to function again.
Next time I will ask for a prescription for 5mg, which may decrease the side effects."


"Besides childbirth, I cannot thing of a worse thing to have ever happened to my vagina. I inserted this stuff at midnight and essentially had a fire crotch until 5 the next afternoon. Never buy this."


"This is horrible. Instantly burning! Pain is much worse then the yeast infection symptoms! Is there a recall on this? Find it very strange that so many people are having issues. Used rx and other monistats in the past and never had issues."


"I am 24 years old, I had to stay awake during the nights of the last week due to a university exam. four days after the exam is finished i can not sleep well because my bed time has changed. and i feel so tired during the day. last night at 2:45 am I took one (50 mg) Tab and after 30 - 40 min i slept deeply. At 9:00 am (after 6 hours) I woke up feeling little bit heavy and sleepy, so I went beck to sleep for another 2 hours. After that I woke up feeling fresh and energetic like if i had a good continous sleep through the night."


"I have been an asthmatic for most of my life (I am now 38 yrs old) and have tried many medications.  Before I lost my insurance I was on singulair and claritin and still struggling.  Several times I woke up gasping for air.  So when I was able to get insurance again I requested to try something else since I was hesitant to say the least in taking singulair again.  My Dr. suggested I try Dulera and Flonase.  Since starting these medications I have not needed my albuterol inhaler once and its been about a month.  I went from using my inhaler sometimes several times a day to not at all.  My mom has osteoporosis (excuse the spelling) and that concerns me for my own health but my breathing is ultimately more important."


"I developed Serotonin Syndrome.  Diarrhea (to the point of leaking), drowsiness, increased body temp, very blurry vision, looked & felt drunk, bloating, weight gain, dry eyes, red bumps on face, feverish, felt like I was getting the flu, gas, heartburn, craved sweets, no concentration or focus, forgetful, clumsy, insomnia, etc.  Four symptoms showed up during the first week on 10 mg, the rest showed up during the second week (20 mg).  I've been on many anti-depressants over the past 17 years (Zoloft, Effexor, Lexapro & Wellbutrin XR worked the best) but they would all eventually lose their effect.  The only other time I've ever felt this bad in relation to a medicine was when I was going OFF of Lexapro.  Viibryd is a "no" for me!!"


"My food cravings are so bad that I've gained 9 lbs in 14 days.  My memory is horrible.

Went to the post office and 2 minutes later I forgot I had gone to the post office.  Went to Walmart and forgot what store I was in.  Blurred vision.  Had to hire a driver.  Dizziness.  Yes, it improved my mood, yet I'm getting off of it!"


"I took reclipsen for 2.5 years. It was wonderful! Only now that I haven't been taking it have I had acne and weight gain. I just refilled my prescription for it! I do a 9 week cycle. 9 weeks of active pills then a period week and repeat. Wonder wonderful. Also, it did not decrease my sex drive in any way. Maybe it even boosted it? Works amazingly. No pregnancies and much better periods. Mine were 13-16 days long and so heavy that in the first few days I would often fall back down after standing. With it they were about a week long and manageable."


"I took Mucinex along with Xopenex. I had a terrible feeling for about 6 hours.  "


"Prescribed Ocella for POCS (polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) which can cause severe cystic acne that I had. Have been on it for 10 years. It was a miracle, acne is gone.  To prevent the mood swings and acne flare ups during the inert week each month, I had my OBGYN write prescription for 3 months straight. Now only have period & mood swings 4 times/yr instead of 12.  Other pills caused anxiety attacks, I have felt most normal on this pill.  The downside is I have no libido, but I am 40 so I guess I should expect some decrease at my age anyway."


"Worst experience!  I went to an obgyn last year (for the first time) due to very bad periods (I'm 37).  She never did exam me and gave me this.  For the next few weeks my bleeding got worse than it was!  I informed my dr about it and they told me to stop taking it.  So I went back to that obgyn and she once again never examed me just told me to stop taking it until she does surgery.  (Crazy!).  Never went back to that dr and went to a new one and got something different than this pill that did not work at all."


"The only real way to see if medication works is to ask the people you live with. I've been on Cymbalta for over a month and have had no side effects. My family can testify that I am a so much more calmer and less reactive. In fact my 18 year old daughter happened to be with me when I went to the doctor and he asked how I was going. My daughter replied for me and told him, "I don't know if it's all in her head, but she is amazing now. She used to be so irritable and grumpy. Now she's really nice."  How's that for honesty? Like they say, "Out of the mouth of babes!" I really, really do feel happier and it's great knowing my family can see the difference. I remember saying to my doctor "I'm not coping", but I truly don't feel that way anymore."


"It may take almost 2 hours, but it always works!
This medicine has never failed me, and I'm using it for almost 20 years.

Side effects - Sometimes nothing, sometimes extreme fatigue. My recommendation: go take a nap 45 - 60 minutes after taking it. You'll wake up with no remains of the migraine attack."


"1.5 months along with Skyla. Had a pretty bad insertion experience due to my "unexercised cervix" I tried mirena and it would not fit. After 15 min of agony went with Skyla and it was still a little difficult but finally got it in. I was having uterine spasms and could always feel the IUD inside me for about 3 weeks after insertion. I found out ibuprofen was to blame. Since I stopped taking ibuprofen the pain has subsided to right before period cramps and sometimes when I'm aroused or after having an orgasm. Another downside was the initial bleeding for 2 weeks straight. Then I had one week of spotting, followed by one "spot free" week and back to a full blown 7 day period. Besides the daily spotting and spotting after sex skyla is ok."


"I've been on Doxy for about four days, and the nausea is horrible. Today I had to leave my final exam because I was afraid I'd vomit. It's been that way since the first time I took it. I tried not eating with it, since that's what the bottle instructs, but the nausea isn't so bad if I eat. I have noticed improvements though. I'd had a bad respiratory infection for months but didn't know what it was. Finally got diagnosed and got this, and now I don't feel like death, but I do have a horrible headache. Didn't realize it could have been a side effect of it, but that makes sense now. Basically, it's a good cure for the respiratory infection, but the side effects are bad.
On a side note, it'll be cool to see what it does with my mild acne."


"Cymbalta worked somewhat on my obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety and depression better than other medicines. However, I felt like I couldn't do much. I had zero energy even though I took my dose (60mgs) at night. It became too tiring to even make myself something to eat. I did not want to go anywhere or do anything because I didn't have the energy.
At higher doses (90 mgs), I had stomach upset and pains if I did not take my dose with food. I would also have diarrhea/loose stools at the higher dose.
Sexual side effects were decreased interest and desire in sex. Could be attributed to just not having the energy to enjoy it.
It did help with my OCD and lowered my anxiety but did not help my depression."


"I had gotten this as "samples" from an obgyn I saw for the first time.  From the day I started taking it; it was "not bad" but with in a week my period came back in a horrible way with the worst cramps ever.  I even began having bad side effects on the left side of my abdomen, and still have them to this very day.  I notifed both the obgyn and my doctor about it - and they told me to stop taking the pill.  Have not been on that pill since January and saw a new obgyn and gave me a new pill than this one.  (No side effects yet).

Never again taking this pill - glad this was not a prescription to me."


"This medication is working for me.  I have lost 8 pounds in just over 3 weeks.  Unfortunately, because of misquoted pricing from my pharmacy and absolutely no additional financial assistance from the manufacturer of the medication, I am unable to financially continue with the program.  Its a terrible shame that greed gets in the way of human compassion.  I tried to get further assistance in paying for this drug.  I guess $1000+ per month is way more important to the manufacturer of this drug than the person who truly needs this medication to get healthy."


"It worked well but horrible horrible Sexual side effects. No more ejaculation for man. Not recommended."


"I have been taking Ranexa twice a day for 1 1/2 years as l have Prinzemetal Angina. I am unable to function without it. I also find the following tablets very effective Adalat and Dipen which widen my arteries. I getting swelling so l take Lasix for that."


"Got this IUD inserted February 2016 it's now July, still bleeding, very bad diarrhea, cramps, acne, weight gain, anxiety, and probably the WORST and most often migraines I've ever experienced in my life-like every other day I have bad headaches.  Getting it removed this week, can't wait."


"I've used Aviane for about 5 months now.
I switched from Tri cyclen lo (great skin, bigger boobs BUT cramps) to Avaine because my cramps were so bad.
My cramps did disappear, I did not gain weight & had an increase in sex drive, however, my skin got terrible! So bad that I'm thinking about going back on Tri Cyclen Lo and dealing with cramps, OR switching to Yaz, which my gyno recommended!

Every birth control effects everyone differently so, reading reviews may not tell you how it will affect you. I'd say ask your doctor and try what ever they offer out!"


"In '97 I was suffering from depression so badly, I entered a clinical trial for antidepressants. Specifically, Effexor XR. I had never been on antidepressants before and I was astounded at how much better I felt. Then in '06, after the 2nd work supervisor said I had "no sense of urgency" I decided to switch medicines. My doctor said so many patients became apathetic after long term use. Getting off was a nightmare! But now I'm on Lexapro. It hasn't lifted me up like I'd like either, but maybe that's the way it's going to be. I experienced weight gain with Effexor and actually lost weight since I've been on Lexapro, which has been for about 2 years now. Would like to get off all medicines period."


"Hi how long have you been on them? and how long was it before you felt the benefits?  I'm on week 3 and still get thoughts and still a bit depressed can you let me know asap please"


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


"Have been using Xiidra for 6 weeks and have noticed a marked improvement in my eyes. I have blepharitis and meibomian. I also wear gas perm contacts and was down to being able to wear them for 2 hours a day and now up to 10 hours. Still using warm compresses and lid scrubs but since using xiidra I have noticed a marked improvement in tear production and eye oil production. Stinging has decreased to a few seconds and bad taste lasts only a minute or less. Cloudy vision can last 5 to 10 minutes...sometimes none present."


"Having nauseous feelings, dizziness, clouded distorted head as if hung over, every day at noon time and lasting rest of day!

Just started taking 30mg at night along with Wellbutrin and trazadone that I have taken for a couple years now.

Not a good feeling. Going to call Dr to see what I should do."


"I have now been using Nexium 24 for only 4 days but I am seeing the effects already!  I have been able to enjoy many foods I have had to avoid in the past with little to no burn.  I absolutely have hope that Nexium is the answer to all my problems and that in time it will eliminate the problems all together.  I was lucky enough to receive my Nexium free from a mission and now I'm a dedicated customer.  Thank you so much for this awesome product!"


"let you know this week.  Start taking tomorrow.  Looking for reviews before I start."


"I was very nervous about getting my Skyla inserted after reading negative blog posts all over the Internet. Overall, the insertion hurt for a maximum of 3 minutes and felt like a typical exam. I gripped the table tightly anticipating a huge pain and then was surprised at how easy it was. My doctor measured my cervix first to make sure he was putting it in properly to prevent any pain. From what I understand the pain is largely based on the doctor's experience with it - mine had placed hundreds. I did have cramping the first day that made me a bit nauseous but ultimately ended up feeling well enough to have intercourse that night.

I have had VERY minor spotting but it hasn't been enough for panty liner. So worth it for the peace of mind!"


"Spent over 2 years trying to find eye drops that I did not have a negative reaction to and at last these drops did the job without pain or redness."


"I have had this birth control since april of 2012; having it changed last year. I have my own bouts of anxiety and depression so that may contribute to some of my issues. But I can say that; I have gained a lot of weight since being on this birth control; even when I was walking 10 miles a day and barely eating I only lost like 15 pounds at most; I started off at 155 with this implant after having my son. Once I started being more active I made it to 140; Now, after just 4 months of not walking 10 miles a day but still being active I am up to 171 lbs. It's ridiculous. I plan on having the copper IUD inserted soon. I also have trouble with breaking out a lot, mood swings, and a non-existent sex drive."


"I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 2 years ago. At the same time I was in early recovery for addiction to pain killers (prescribed for pain,if your pain never stops you continue to use as prescribed and you are addicted). I had to have something so my Doctor told me about tramadol. I take 4-6 50 mg a day for pain. No side effects. Don't know how I would have got along without it."


"I took this medication for 1 week while is was detoxing from methadone. It did not help with the withdrawals. It just made me a little drowsy."


"I have had implanon for about 3 months. It was very sore for about a week after insertion. It has also moved almost the full length towards my elbow so I'm am going to get it checked. I have not had a period since I got it inserted. I have ups and downs with mood swings. The first month was the worst. Since then I will randomly get upset or mad and have recently been breaking out a lot which is not normal for me. I also have had bad headaches. It is very convenient but there are a lot of side effects. I am going to put up with it and see if they improve after 6 months. I prefer the patch which I had no side effects but it was more expensive."


"I had begged my doctor to switch me from Amlodopine and Lisinopril which caused me to retain a lot of water to Verapamil which I had taken in the past.  However the Verapamil was useless this time and caused swelling and pain in both legs so my doctor switched me to Cozaar/Losartan which I have been taking for only a couple of days and my bp already dropped from 140/105 to 130/82.  Swelling in legs and excruciating pain in my tendons have subsided.  Overall I'm not feeling perfect or even near but way better than I was and hopefully on my way to better ways."


"I recently changed my diet and have been eating more protein which has seriously backed me up.  I hadnt pooped for 4 days and felt nauseous after eating and bloated and gassy.  My stomach was rock hard with no relief from senna, essential lemon oil, digestive enzymes, probiotics, colon cleanse, and smooth move tea.

A friend recommended mag citrate.  I had never heard of it before.  Went to store and bought it for 1.99.  Sour Lemon taste.  I drank half a bottle and nothing.  Drank the other half and 16 ounces of water (maybe more) and the magic started happening.  I'm still sitting on the toilet with my pants around my ankles hoping for some more movement.

This stuff works.  Be patient.  It took me 1.5-2 hours for the first movement."


"I had skyla inserted a few months ago all I have to say is don't believe what other people say everyone is different and have different reactions to stuff and different bodies i was also afraid to get skyla because of what people had said about it but I definitely didn't want to go in birth control pills knowing I was going to easily forget to take them knowing me lol I did have a few cramps and I have not had any spotting I went to my last appointment everything was all good I'm also a breastfeeding mom and it did not reduce my milk supply at all witch is one of the reasons I also didn't want to get skyla because I was afraid to loose my milk supply but I didn't. also was afraid to gain weight I have not gained any weight at all it worked"


"Don't just pull any pill off the shelf. Get plan B. It's always on point. Take action,is the worst I've experienced. Took it December 31st and the days are still going with no spotting,no period,no signs of it. "


"I absolutely loved this medication.  Within a few short weeks, for the first time ever I was able to complete tasks I never thought I'd finish.  In one day I excitedly completed 6 projects that had been sitting around unfinished for months.  Sadly for me, I got a horrible rash and realized I was allergic to it.  I've tried a few other medications, but for me, nothing's ever come close to being as effective."


"I hate this BC!. I used ortho tri cyclen lo for most of my 20's without issue. Now in my 30's and lo loestrin is what most doctors seem to be pushing on patients. I have all of the symptoms: horrible deep acne, headache, nausea, mood swings and the constant spotting!! Its been 3 months now and my body does not seem to be adjusting. Plus I found it costs $97 without insurance! Why?!"


"Started Yaz a little over a week. I decided to go on for birth control reason, but also to help with what I think to be hormone related acne. I would get a few pimples here and there, sometimes some bad breakouts around my period but nothing too drastic. My skin was clear when I started the pack, but the very next day after taking the first pill I started to breakout. I got large, painful cysts on my left cheek and some smaller pimples on my chin. It started with just one but it seemed as though a new cyst was forming every day. I have been drinking as much water as possible, eating lots of fruits and veggies, no dairy, limited sugar, to try and help with the breakout. So far no improvement. "


"Worked well on me but made me a bit woozey, effective for short term pain relief but be carefull not to exceed dose, morning, lunch, evening and just before bed is enough, then see a dentist."


"I have had the Paragard IUD for about seven years now. The first few periods where really tough. I considered removing it. After a few months my periods were no different than how they were before. I can understand initial heavy cramping and bleeding that a few have mentioned. For me it did subside. My periods are relatively regular give or take a few days and last about 5 days. Not having to even think about birth control is such a luxury for a married person who does not want to become pregnant. Depending on the time of the month the string can hang a bit out of the cervix which can be bothersome (yes I check) otherwise I have no complaints. I'm afraid it will hurt during removal though. :/"


"Having used Axiron for 20 months, I thought I'd let you know of my continued good feeling, no adverse effects, most things seem beneficial.  I seem to have gotten a bit thicker in size, no increase in length however.  My testicles, which shrunk in size at the beginning of treatment, seem to have returned to their original size, thankfully !  I now have a hairy belly, above my normal pubic area up to my navel... this area prior to treatment was as smooth as my palms and now I'm developing a happy trail.  Perhaps I went through puberty with Low T levels.. my numbers have gone from 293 to 554 to 570 and last was 663.   Two squirts daily, one applied approximately 7am after showering and again at 7pm."


"I've only been on the patch for a couple months now but it is going well so far. The only downsides are that I had fairly heavy spotting for almost 3 weeks after my period but I haven't experienced any spotting since. The other downfall is that I get really lightheaded when I first put the patch on after my period. Other than that, there haven't been any noticeable changes"


"I have been on Armour since October '13. I was diagnosed hypothyroid. I have steadily gained weight ever since I started. 20lbs. It has not helped with my cold hands or feet, dry skin, or fatigue. My hair has stopped falling out so bad but that is about the only thing good I can say about this. Also, Im not sure if its related  but I've had serious worsening of lower back pain since starting this. "


"I recently started lexapro for generalized anxiety disorder, severe panic disorder, and social anxiety.  It has worked wonders for me.  I feel so much better and experience limited anxiety now.  However, I just went up to 20 mg and now I can barely stay awake.  I am tired all of the time and easily could sleep through the day.  It's very difficult for me to get things done and it is getting in the way of my daily activities.  I don't want to stop this medicine because it's working so well, but I am at a loss and don't know what to do."


"Taking Flexerill gets results for pain relief especially when taken with Tramadol, but I have started having severe pain and pressure in the very low abdominal area like a very painful bowel movement.  Starts in the middle of the night and lasts for about an hour.  I only use once or twice a week and only at bedtime, but now I am thinking this may not be the drug for me."


"It is currently 3:50 am, I just used this product last night as a quick fix to get rid of my very mellow symptoms of a YI. My down stairs lady part is so swollen and in pain. Do not recommend this product!!! Not able to sleep or even get up to use the restroom."


"It does lower my blood pressure. I went from 170/110 to 140-119 over 90 to 80 . My blood pressure doesn't stay anywhere near the numbers. That is why I posted it that way. But, yes I get dizzy, when standing, or walking fast, I also get a slight cough or a tickle in my throat. The dizzy seems to be worse in the hot weather."


""Had a partial nephrectomy of the right kidney in 2005. The tumor was papillary renal cell. In Jan. 2016 the cancer reoccurred in several locations in the omentum. Surgery in June 2016 removed a portion of the frontal omentum including papillary renal cell tumors. Multiple nodules still remain in the omentum on both sides of my body. Have been taking 600 mg of votrient since Nov. 2016, now 8 months. Shrinkage by as much as 50% have occurred in some tumors. None have increased in size during the period. Some initial side effects, hypertension, nausea and weakness, have improved during the period; others, diarrhea, taste and poor appetite, remain. At the age of 87 I am trying to stay active. Praying for improvements for all of us."


"This medicine is very good at keeping my blood pressure normal and I have no complications. My pressure has gone from 151/110 to 117/75 which is good, with the only caveat being that I urinate more often than before I started taking it, especially in the morning after I take it."


"I felt constantly dizzy and nauseous for the first two months I was on this pill. It caused me to gain ten pounds, and I went up two cup sizes. It helped with cramps, but after being rushed to the ER for possible DVT, I decided to stop.

Since then  I have had terrible anxiety and panic attacks, likely as a response to the lack of hormones supplied from the pill. I wish I had never started taking this medicine."


"Have been taking Klonopin for nearly 20 years. At one point my doctor was prescribing 3mg per day. The past couple years I've been taking .25mg (1/4) mg per day. It has been very helpful in preventing panic attacks and reducing my anxiety in general. My only side effect has been mild drowsiness.

My doctor has tried to help me go off this medication completely on 2 occasions. The 1st time I developed muscle spasms throughout my body including rapid heartbeat. The 2nd time I became unable to sleep and anxiety attacks resumed. Both times my dosage was decreased gradually over a period of 2 to 3 months after I'd been taking 1 mg per day. Since then, when my doctor suggested trying to ween me off it again I reminded him of the prior problems."


"Been on regular seroquel for 4 years fine. Started this for mania/depression and paranoid thoughts. Awful. Weaned up from 50mg to 450mg then back down to off in 1 week. Stomach pains. Out of touch with reality. Groggy. Weight gain immediatley.

It helped the symptoms, but no way to live."


"I'm on Prednisone for a deep sinus infection and fluid behind my ears. But!!!!    It is also  truly helping a huge flare up in my legs from fibromyalgia !!!!!"


"I got this implant in Nov 14 after previously having implanon twice with no problems... I have started waking up stupidly early (no matter what time I go to bed) with terrible feelings of anxiety (despite never suffering this ever before)...and am very tearful and have mood swings. For past 12 weeks or so I have experienced 'spotting' of brown, red or pink nature but only light enough to be seen when I wipe... This is more or less every day. My sex drive has also gone COMPLETELY. I am going to visit my doctor tomorrow to have the implant removed as reading everyone else's comments today I believe my current problems are down to this. I would not recommend."


"Terrible birth control! I do not recommend at all. Everyone reacts differently but my experience with this pill gave me irreversible effects. I had perfectly clear skin before taking this pill not one mark on my face but within the first month I got HUGE cysts all over the sides of my cheeks it killed my confidence. It also made me extremely moody I would cry all the time. Hopefully this doesn't happen to you but I just wrote this review as a warning!"


"I am in my second pack of Loestrin and its awful. I had just ended my period when I first started taking it, then I started it again after my first week of pills. I have currently been on my period now for 4 and a half weeks. Not only that, but I have gained 5 pounds since I've started. I'm an extremely active person, but this pill has made me so tired and hungry all the time. I've had the craziest dreams and it just hasn't been a good experience at all. I just can't get over the fact that I've been on my period this whole time and that I've gained weight (and its noticeable). "


"I was very impartial to this birth control after being on it for 5 months because I was gaining weight and I had not been on birth control for years. I went to the Nuvaring, then to Lo Loestrin, and back to Loestrin 24 Fe because it was the best for me. At the beginning it makes my period last a little longer than usual but does make it lighter in flow and duration time. So I recommend LOESTRIN 24 Fe (little weight gain)."


"I have had IBS D for 20 years but controlled with immodium and bentyl..Three years ago it was uncontrollable.Could not leave the house Stool cultures ,colonoscopy , blood work ,xrays and scans due to pain all negative. Immodium didnt work.Doctor termed as unspecified colitis and IBS D. Now taking lomotil, hyoscyamine, donnatol, and cholestyramine.This makes life bearable.Tried xifaxin and did nothing.Now got the 100 mg viberzi 2x daily. Took one pill with food yesterday morning. Within 15 minutes my legs turned to rubber, heart was racing, cold sweat, and difficulty breathing. The heart racing and breathing went away within half hour but the rubber legs lasted about five hrs.Severe abdominal pain, gas,metal taste til last nite. No more."


"I started with taking the two laxative pills on the instructions said at 3:30 then drink the solution that I mixed with Gatorade and that took a couple hours. It was a 64oz bottle then took the last two pills at 8:00. Well the taste was ok, but I had heartburn and was nauseous the first three hours. Now it's 12:51 and still going every half hour. I'll be glad when this is over. My mom passed away from colon cancer. Everyone should have this test done. It's worth the trouble to save your life. Good luck everyone."


"I started taking Ativan about 3 months ago for extreme anxiety. I couldn't sleep, eat, or get anything done. I was seeing a CBT therapist but even my therapy wasn't helping. My doctor prescribed Ativan and my dad, who is a psychologist, agreed. It's for the worst moments when I feel like I'm either going to go to the hospital or just completely go crazy. For that purpose it works very well. I feel relaxed in about a half hour and can function again. I don't take it every day or every week but I can't imagine being addicted to something if it makes you feel normal. I don't feel high or anything. I'm so glad I was prescribed this and decided to take it."


"Wow, is all I can say. Was hospitalized for extreme depression after trying to take my own life and all I can say is that this drug change my life. It has been one year on it and I am so much happier. I have no side effects from taking this plus I have so much more energy."


"All branches of the Trigeminal firing with chewing, talking, brushing teeth, etc.  Neurontin works wonders. I'm taking 400 mg every 3 to 4 hrs...with relief after 3 doses. HAVE TO TAKE IT REGULARLY. Have taken even higher dose when I had very painful bouts (for 10 yrs) and also had glossopharngeal (9th nerve) neuralgia. Breathe and exercise to keep centered and balanced. No bad side effects like many other medicines I've tried. "


"The first month on Sprintec was really difficult to get through. I was extremely emotional with bloating and mood swings. After the third month things got a lot easier. My breakouts have decreased a ton besides a few before my period. Period is a lot shorter than it ever used to be which is great! Unfortunately this made my cramps worse the week before my period but other than that it's been great!"


"The packaging is horrible!!!!  The company obviously did not think through the way it is packaged-impossible to break apart and the pills come out of inserter and end up on floor....or worse in the toilet!  It is frustrating enough to make me consider switching to another option.  Generic is great but not at the expense of making them extremely difficult to use.  And it still is quite expensive!!!"


"I've been on the patch for 2 months now, and I love it, the only downside to the pill it my periods have became more heavier and I have spotting in between by periods! On the up side by breast are growing, but tend to be sore a week before I get my period. So far it's kept me protected and I love it"


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"Been on this RX since its release, prior to that Provigil. (I've also had 5 OSA corrective surgical operations that weren't mindblowingly successful for 4+ months of downtime & in-&-out of the hospital with complications for a month.). I take 500 mg/day in 2 doses split by 5 hours, each dose with 20 mg dexadrine. (Plus a 3rd 20 mg dose of dex) To be short, I couldn't have the energy to write this message let alone work or at times even drive. For me its all about the timing of the doses, took me years to find the RIGHT way to take this RX for ME. 250 didn't work, 2 different insurance companies approved 500. Be prepared to fight for approval, don't give up, I got used to hearing no until I followed all insurance steps for complex approval"


"I had skyla put in exactly a year ago. Insertion was a bit painful but only lasted seconds. I was in and out of the doctors within 10-15 min. Procedure was 1 whole minute probably. 3 weeks later I went to the ER because I couldn't stand the pain and I knew something was wrong, found out I had an STI and it was a STI that the doctors were supposed to test for before putting in the IUD. Long story short, once all those were cleared up, the pain was fine. To this day I still have a bit of cramps often but nothing too bad and my periods are much lighter. Overall I am very happy with skyla. If it wasn't for the issues at the beginning, which was the doctors fault, I would rate skyla a 10!"


"In my experience this medication is pretty good but the only problem I have is, it makes me itch. My pharmacist says its not an allergy because I don't have a rash. I have found, if I take it soon enough after pain starts, it does pretty good at controlling it."


"I'm 23 with no children, and got Paraguard inserted a little over a year ago. I'll start with the cons. Insertion process was quite painful but the pain only lasted about ten minutes afterwards. Since having Paraguard inserted I went from having no cramping at all around my period to having one or two instances per month of pretty painful cramping. My PMS is also pretty bad the day before I get my period but I think that's because I'm not controlling it with hormonal BC anymore. My period went from 5 to 8 days and is heavier than it used to be. Despite all of this, the side effects I've experienced do not outweigh the benefits of having Paraguard. I had way worse side effects when taking the pill. 100% happy."


"So I began the pill 3 months ago and all was well for like 3 weeks then once it came time for my period it lasted 17 days, no joke. It was horrible, no pain really but just way too long and annoying now on the 3 month mark I have been having symptoms of IBS and acid reflux so nauseous all the time and very bloated and crampy, not to mention my anxiety of pregnancy has sky rocketed due to these side effects and the fact my period is so light and only last 4 to 6 days, with no symptoms. It is nice but how am I supposed to know I'm for sure not pregnant. It is horrible can't wait to go to my appointment. I also have gained around 5 pounds that I cant drop in only 3 months. It is horrible for me at least"


"I have polycystic ovarian syndrome and have heavy bleeding. I didn't notice any side effects but it didn't stop the heavy periods. Took it for almost 3 years."


"age-28 female

Starting weight- 199.4

Started back on phentermine 37.5 on Monday 4/26 at 199.4 on 4/27 down to 194.9

On  4/28 193.0 -- that's over six pounds in three days !! My goal is 150 range. The only issues with the meds are insomnia / dry mouth and I've been very irritable but that could also be due to pms!! The dr is keeping me on for three months id love to be close to my goal

Then !  Good luck to everyone !"


"Be positive. If you're in your forties when your pain starts you are very very lucky, I'm 24.  So far I have had one shot in each knee.  They were both painful, but nothing I can't handle because let's face it, we're getting these painful shots because we have a yet more painful condition.  In the end, mine were fine, but my doctor DID use Lidocaine which he injected first.  I have already had the cortisone injections and trust me, these Orthovisc ones start working a lot faster (but you REALLY get out your cane the first two days after the shot I warn you). "


"People often feel inclined to share negative experiences so I thought I would add my positive one in case anybody feels encouraged. I have Fibro, POTs, scoliosis, complex regional pain syndrome and a few other minor issues. I work part time and am a single mum (not all partners wish to hang around once you get poorly lol).

I spent many years struggling with my symptoms but a new Dr invited me to try Gabapentin. I worked up to a dose of 900mg twice a day and 1200mg at night. I have to say I would not be without it. Gone are the restless legs which kept me awake at night, gone is the interminable insomnia, irritable bladder, IBS flares.. My pains are dulled. I didn't get headaches, I don't feel dizzy beyond my normal POTs symptoms. I rate it!"


"Depakote does wonders for me but have heard it's not well for others. I don't get many of the side effects except for the weight gain. But let's face it, why am I gaining weight? Because I'm not as stressed out anymore. I try and use it to my advantage being a weight lifter/exercise nut. Which is also a good thing for someone dealing with anxiety and depression by the way. I do have to say when I want to read something I can without having to go back and read it over again because I just had 33 1/2 things run through my head during the last sentence. I'm not saying it is for everyone but for me it is life changing. I hope this helps in your quest for finding the right script. I know it can be hell working it all out, but trust me you will get there!"


"Best birth control I have every been on. I was on Seasonquie before the patch and I had my period for a month straight. I have been on almost every birth control. This is by far the best birth control I have ever been on. It also helped with my acne. I only break out maybe two pimples before my period now. It also cleared up my acne I had before going on this birth control."


"I got a tattoo on my lower leg. An area of it that was directly over my shin bone  became an open wound after the skin peeled off.  My derm gave me samples of Biafine and told me to apply it twice daily. I am amazed at the healing after only 3 days of application! The cream soothes the pain and promotes healing rapidly! I think whoever invented it should receive an award as I have never had such a rapid and significant response to a medication.  I highly recommend it.....ask your derm about it. ( P.S.- I am an RN with 35 years of experience.)"


"Really worked for weight loss. You have to remember to eat. This medicine totally suppresses you appetite."


"I would not use this medicine for more than a year.  While it was effective - the side effects -  began to be more problematic than the
medication was worth.  Wish I would have stopped it much sooner than I did and one must wean off  - not go off cold turkey.  My doctor apparently did not know this."


"I must say, having tried Lidoderm gel, lidocaine patches, and many others. I have to be honest, these patches are amazing, I got a real mad torn meniscus & was in unbearable pain. Pain meds didn't even help, but this patch was amazing in it's effectiveness. I got a sample from my pain management Dr., & just decided to use it thinking it can't hurt, so glad I did, MIRACLES. Note: the pain med was only Lortab but it most definitely aided in the dealing with of the pain.
The only draw back, which was a big one, but pain is under control but you cannot mix other NSAID w/ this like Advil, aspirin, etc..
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
I'm scared to find out their cost, I have a script for them but if the lidocaine was exactly 10$ each patch, likely more $"


"I was diagnosed with diabetes insipidus a little over a year ago.  This medication is absolutely a life saver.  I love this medication and it's the only reason that I can live a semi-normal life!"


"I've tried this twice, once for allergy related coughing and bronchitis.  For some reason, for me, this medicine always makes me cough more than I need to.  It does thin the phlegm and helps make my coughs productive, but when I need to sleep this isn't the medicine I can take at night.  I use Robitussin DM for nighttime use."


"I was on Humira for 6 months to treat my severe Crohn's Disease.  Because of it, I now I have psoriasis.  "


"AUBAGIO was very easy to take. That was the only perk of this medication.

It did not help any of my symptoms or prevent any relapses.

It caused extreme bowel upset for months and I lost over 3/4 of my hair. It's side effects said hair THINNING not hair LOSS. I had extreme hair LOSS. When I called to talk to someone all they wanted to tell me were the statistics from their studies. They had zero interest in documenting the real world results and my issues. They had zero desire to help me either. Just kept telling me it would get better. If I would have stayed on the medication I would be bald.

I was extremely disappointed in the help (or lack there of)."


"I would like to lodge a complaint. I came in for surgery on 12-17-16. I told the anesthesiologist that I did not want memory blocking drugs. He told me I would be given Propofol which was fine with me I had that before with good results. When I woke up in the recovery room and was having issues blurred vision, double vision, sensation of spinning, and loss of balance; my husband stated this had not happened before with Propofol.  I was told I was given Versed (a memory blocking drug). We were told the procedure went well, so I do not know why this side-effect inducing drug was administered. I was sent home while very unsteady on my feet with sensation of spinning, and loss of balance. I do not believe it was safe to discharge me in that condition. Indeed my husband called my son to help him get me into the house. Most of all I feel my trust was violated, and my wishes were not followed while I was in a vunerable position, and this greatly concerns me. Next time do I need to request that my husband stay with me through the complete procedure for my own protection from the staff?"


"It worked."


"I had been on the pill since I was 14yrs old for excruciating period cramps along with extremely heavy bleeding (I could go through a super plus tampon in 20min!) Now, at 23, on May 9th I had the Mirena inserted. The procedure was extremely painful to the point that I felt like I was going to pass out, my hands were clammy, and I had a death grip on the sides on the exam table. (I don't have any kids). To date, I have gained 30 pounds and nothing I have done to lose it has worked. I've lost 40+ pounds twice in my life, so I know how to lose it. I'm also tired ALL the time. I can literally nap at any point in the day. And I have painful ovarian cysts (which I knew was a side effect prior). Seriously considering taking it out."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I'm in the middle of the process right now!  I didn't find the taste all that unpleasant.  I drank it all at the same time which MIGHT have been a mistake because I then had trouble drinking the additional water (but I DID drink it).  I just figured it would be best to get it all down in one shot.  It began working in around 30 minutes and I've already gone to the bathroom at least six times.  With each bathroom trip, everything is lighter in color and clearer which I suppose is the goal.  I'm just now feeling that I won't be going much longer...it has been 1 hour and 45 mins since I started the prep.  I've not experienced pain or nausea.  Although I admit I'm not looking forward to doing this again tomorrow morning.  :)"


"Contracted herpes from my cheating lying ex boyfriend, my mother found l-lysine tablets and recommended I try them, I take one 1000mg every day and haven't had an outbreak since, until I was unable to take them due to throat problems. But these are honestly brilliant, I live by them."


"I sympathize with the anonymous user who has been on the patch for only one month (comments dated 4/24). I have been on this patch for 8-10 years now. Sadly ... Long story short, I went through a lot in the beginning too. I am one of the small percentage of people who needed to change the patch every 48 hours instead of 72 because I was experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms (which is what you are describing) whenever I waited 72 hours. The 48 hours made a difference. However, it isn't a perfect system, there are problems, sweating it off during summer, no more pool, etc. It's not perfect and breakthrough medicines are needed in my case. Long-term use gets tricky, be careful and good luck."


"I've been on Nuva Ring for about 6 years. No complaints or side effects. Sex drive is good, acne cleared up for the most part, no discomfort, & no weight gain. Easy to use & I just set a reminder on my phone to take out every 3 weeks. I used to have awful problems on various birth control pills such as Yas and Yazmin such as cramps and random spotting. Haven't had these problems since I switched to Nuva Ring."


"I was tappering off of both MS Contin and Percocet and developed diarrhea. I started taking Imodiun and started itching  and a rash. It did help the diarrhea but I am one of the people that had a reaction to this medication, unfortunately. I also had cramping, and sweating as well as lightheadedness."


"I was having trouble even functioning due to the spasms and chest pain I was experiencing.  I experienced immediate relief when prescribed Ranexa.  I can not describe the change I have experienced in quality of life.  I had a heart attack five years ago at the age of 34 from a spasm that went out of control.  I don't want that again!  The spasms are much more controlled now, and I hardly ever have one that requires Nitro."


"I have been on this medication for one month. I was switched from Levora to this because the medication is supposably the same. Not the same side effects for me! Levora was perfect, but this pill has given me 10 extra pounds. . . In one month!!! (My weight has never been this high) Plus my mood has been horrible, no sex drive. Only reason I am giving this 2 stars is because I am not pregnant."


"When I was 13 years old, I started to develop severe acne. From 13 to 15 I tried many medications over and under the counter, but nothing seemed to have much effect if any at all. Finally, I was referred to a dermatologist who prescribed me Accutane for 3 months. My brother (a year older than me) was going through the same thing & was also prescribed Accutane, but for 5 months. We both experienced ineffably dry lips (like a desert) and our skin improved immensely. By month 2, I had very good results and only dry lips as a side effect. I'm now 24 & today I have about 5% of what I used to have, but I'm getting on Accutane again to get rid of it once & for all. Overall, Accutane was great for me & my brother & I'm very happy with the results."


"Doctor prescribed this medication for bacterial vaginitis 3x a day for 7 days well I took my 1st dose no problem except a little diarrhea. Took my second dose and went to bed.  A few hours later I'm awakened out of my sleep to a tingling face.  My right side of my face is swollen."


"on 1/24/2017 I started taking 1 pill of Adipex 37.5mg once a day. I started at 262lbs. As of today 3/8/17 I now weigh 247lbs. It gives me energy without the jitters. I also suppresses my appetite I force myself to eat 5 small meals a day.  I also do at least a 30 min workout 4 times a week. Adipex works! My normal doctor will not prescribe this medication so I see a weight loss doctor. I pay 100.00 a month for the meds."


"Hello all! I am sharing this because I want to reassure everyone that this drug does its job extremely well. I recently had gone off the pill and hadn't had sex in a month due to me and my long term partner being split. We decided to get back together and have sex, however, it was unprotected and his sperm did go inside of me. I am almost positive I was on my most fertile day but here I am, 12 days later after taking the Plan B and I am not pregnant. I took it within two hours after having unprotected sex. I had lots of breast tenderness and swelling, mood swings, and right now I am experiencing heavy cramps. But I do want to ease people's minds that this medicine is highly effective and it has relieved me because I am not ready for a bab"


"During the nine months I was on the shot I had a constant period, sometimes heavy, sometimes light. I was tired all the time and began to have suicidal thoughts, which I've never had before. I had crazy mood swings and would start crying for no reason at all. I switched to Nuvaring and all my symptoms have gone away. I know the shot works for many people, but clearly it's not for me!"


"I have had migraines since the age of 27. Now 62 and still get them. I have been taking Zomig for the past 10 years and they are the only tablet that have helped me. At first the dosage was 5mg. and was bought down to 2.5mg as the side effects made me feel as though my arms and chest were really heavy and was accompanied by a very dry mouth and was not able to drink anything hot. Sometimes I get very tired the day before the migraine hits and I know its time for a Zomig.  I still get these sensations but not all of the time. I pay $36.45 every month 6 tablets, expensive but it works.  My only worry now is that after the age of 65 it is not advisable to take them. I wonder what am I going to do?"


"I had taken Adderal for years.  90mg daily. It was suggested by my psychiatrist to start taking the Vyvanse.  I have really noticed a decrease in my energy level, and sometimes I struggle with motivation issues.  I take 70mg daily. I sometimes have to check to make sure that I did remember to take it that day."


"This is the only medicine that has really helped me. Love it but so expensive and insurance won't pay. Luckily my Dr. gives samples to tide me over until I can afford.
Bad taste is worth the restful sleep. "


"Before taking this, I had general anxiety, worries, a little bit of OCD, a lot of social anxiety. Here is my experience:
First month or so: LOTS of side effects. Massive sweating for no reason, insomnia, weight gain, I can't even remember what else, maybe GI issues.  It doesn't matter, after I made it through that period, things began to get much, much better.  Does what it is supposed to do: take away the anxiety. Amazingly. I am a different person.  Only drawbacks are: decreased libido, weight gain, and a little bit of a subdued feeling. Not sure how to explain the subdued feeling, maybe that the highs aren't has high and the lows aren't nearly as low. Actually, the lows aren't a big deal at all, which is a good thing."


"Im gonna give my whole story because I know when I was reading these reviews that's all I wanted to hear just to comfort me but in a short version because the limit of words...
-Had my period on June 23-26
-Had protected sex but the condom broke and my boyfriend came in me on July 3 which was 5 to 6 days before ovulation
-Took the pill 30-45 minutes after the incident
-I had severe nausea, dizziness, breast tenderness that hurt to the touch, fatigue and slight cramps for a week and a half
-On the second week July 17 I started bleeding brownish at first that turned into a dark red and bleed for 5 days (TMI I know I'm sorry) but the pill works! I started a week before my expected period so don't worry girls you'll be okay!!!"


"It works! I've been on Contrave three months and I have  lost 27.5 lbs. My beginning weight was 219. The key is to drink plenty of water at least 80 oz a day, eat small healthy meals and please don't eat high fat foods. If you should over eat expect to pay for it. The food does not stay down and you will feel sick. I take the pills as prescribed by my doctor to reduce any side effects. This is a life change for me and I will not go back to eating heavy meals ever. I do plan to add an exercise program or start  walking  every day to maximize the weight lost."


"This is my second time on Wellbutrin XL. I took it once when I was 14-15 with no negative side effects and I'm now 18. My doctor started me on 150mg and then bumped me up to 300mg and it helped so much. This time when I started, I got headaches for the first 10 days which were pretty bad sometimes but it was worth sticking them out (I had headaches during depression anyway). And for a period of 1-2 weeks I would wake up in the middle of the night for no reason but I could usually always go back to sleep. I have more energy and I don't dwell on things as much. Overall, very satisfied."


"Before starting on this drug I was going through a nasty cycle of UTIs & thrush. I would get a UTI due to intercourse, & after taking antibiotics to treat it I would then develop thrush. The cycle happened about 7 or 8 times over the course of a year, even though my husband & I were taking every preventative measure possible and following drs advice (wash before and after, pee within 5 minutes, drink lots of water etc). I even saw a urologist to try & get to the bottom of it. I couldn't break the cycle until I was prescribed this. I don't take it daily; after we have had intercourse I take one as a preventative. Since starting this medication I have not had one UTI. I have no side effects. It has greatly improved my quality of life."


"Been on this med for a year. Haven't ended up in the hospital since for panic disorder and depression. It makes my mood stable and gives me energy and motivation to live life. I'm in my mid 20s and am lucky how much this drug has helped me. My anxiety and panic disorder can be frightening, plus the depression aspects can make for a scared and crying disaster. The negatives I've had on this was when I first started I could not eat. But that side effect did go away after a few weeks. The other side effect is not being able to fall asleep without some sort of drug to slow my brain down. I've been on a combination of mood drugs. I plan to stay on Prozac."


"I am 24. I had been getting more anxious and depressed from my senior year of high school. It got to the point that I was having panic attacks on a weekly basis my second year of college. I was very wary of social situations,  barely slept most nights, and just felt negative all the time. Originally I was put on lexapro and tried it for about 6 months during my student teaching semester of graduate school. The panic attacks did stop and I felt less anxious but I also felt like my emotions were way off. It's like that were trapped in a box and while I want exactly sad, I was never happy. Doctor switched me to sertraline and lunesta, then upped the sertraline after a couple of months. Now I feel the best I've ever felt in my life!"


"I am 21 years old, I was first put on microgestion at the age of 15, my freshmen year of high school because my anxiety was so bad. When I graduated high school 4 years later I tried another pill- made me gain weight, Nuva ring made me nauseous every single day for 3 months, then another pill. Then I figured I'd just go for the IUD. Worst decision I ever made. Getting it inserted was the most painful thing I've ever experienced and for 3 days after I literally had "labor pains" I stayed with it for 6 months and completely lost my sex drive and when I got it removed I had my period for 3 weeks. I went back to microgestion last week and it's the best decision for me and I've never had a single problem or scare. I love it!"


"Me and my boyfriend  ended up having unprotected sex i and wasn't sure if he pulled out in time. So he bought me this product the next day. I'm reading the box and I kinda refused to take it because I hate pills and the effect it said it would do, but I took it. Became dizzy and that was it. But I am still waiting for my period!"


"My 78 year old mom we have bin taking her to the doctors for the last 5 months with what we thought was or doctors thought were UTI's no its yeast, no its bladder, no just lots of sugar in the urine but she's not eating sugar. Yesterday the doctor called me to say stop giving her Invokana she was urinating every 10 min and so called infections she's had for 5 months couldn't believe it. No body could figure it out I told them she's dehydrated he looked at her today and said yes .This was yesterday"


"I took this when my jaw and face muscles were hurting, and Advil itself was not taking it away completely. I took this with 400MG of Ibuprofen, went to sleep, and woke up and the pain was completely gone. It did give me weird dreams, but it's worth it to me to get rid of the pain finally.
It also makes me tired, so I only would take it at night, or when I know I don't have to drive or do anything for the rest of the day."


"I'm 20 years old and have had issues with my bladder for about a year now. This is the first medication I've taken and it has done nothing for me. Didn't get any side effects but didn't see any improvement in my frequency or urgency. Complete dud."


"300 lithium, klonopin, 20 Latuda...I took the latuda for 3 weeks. With in 2 days it made me emotional.. I cried about everything. I thought maybe it was a temporary side effect.. after 3 weeks I quit taking it, I couldn't handle being so emotional. I've been off 4 days and I feel like I have regressed."


"I had Mirena inserted at age 21, no chidren, had preivously tried every birth control under the sun. Insertion was very painful, i nearly passed out. Severe cramping lasted for 2-3 days, I was not able to stand up straight due to pain. After that, I cramped for about a week and a half. Spotted for the first few months, but it was tolerable. Periods had all but completely stopped after 6months. Around 9 months iIstarted to see an increase in acne. After 1.5 years the acne turned into severe rosacea and cystic acne. I didn't want to even leave the house - my skin was unbearably flaky and red. I was convinced it was the Mirena, though all doctors disagreed. I had it removed and a few days later the rosacea was almost completely gone."


"I have suffered from TMJ issues for many years and was prescribed many pain meds but the narcotics made me very ill.  I started taking Ultram ER 200mg and for once I could actually function in the real world!  I recommend anyone needing long-term pain relief to look into Ultram ER"


"Saved my life. Saved my family. Find a doctor that understands addiction and take the step. It works."


"I have ulcerative sigmoiditis & proctitis. I couldn't retain rowasa very long. The GE switched me to sulfasalazine, first 4/day which worked for a few months, then 8/day which worked for two-three years. I still had flare-ups a few times per year. Then he upped it to 16/day, but that only worked for about a year. I was having flare-ups all the time, I was tired of taking pills, so I asked my PCP to try me on another drug, Apriso. I was in the middle of a flare-up, so it took a few weeks to kick in. But that's the last flare up I've had. It's 4 capsules only, once per day, and I haven't had a flare-up since I started taking it about 5 years ago. I have not noticed any side effects."


"I left a review once before, but have to add to it. I took this medicine for awhile & it helped stabilize my mood. Everything was great, until one day I noticed I was secreting breast milk. The doctor checked my prolactin level & it was very high. It was in the 100's. I had to stop taking this medicine, which is unfortunate."


"I've been on NR for about three weeks and I just took it out. The very first side effect I noticed was acne. I've never had acne before until I started this. My face was covered! I had brown discharge after the first week, which I know was normal, but I occasionally got this foul smell and more discharge. It hurt too much to have it in during intercourse and it bothered my boyfriend too, it never stayed in good, I could always feel it at the opening of my vagina, but what made me take it out is the itchiness and burning feeling I get from it!! I couldn't take it. Honestly I felt gross the whole time having something inside of me all the time."


"I am not stranger to antibiotics for U.T.I. infections. Just 2 weeks ago was subscribed Cipro the normal is 3 day. This medication did not help me I even got worse with the spasms, frequency and burning. I'm not saying the medication made it worse just saying it doesn't work. I'm on something different and waiting on a culture since my problem got much worse."


"I feel taking this medication was a trade off, I exchanged pain reaching from my lymph node to the top of my head for frequent bowel movements, nausea, severe sleepiness, irritability, weakness, headaches and loss off appitite.
The first two days everything was going okay and the inital pain I went to the ER for had subsided. On day three, the side effects started kicking in. I don't think I have C-Diff based on the symptoms but the side effects have me feeling totally out of it. Almost comparable to a dream state.
It seems to be doing it's job but with other problems arising."


"I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 2 years ago and this is the 1st medicine I've tried and hopefully the only! I've only had 1 relapse since I've been on it and only side effects I've had (other than the after shot reaction which I've had 2 times, and isn't as bad as it sounds if you know it can happen) are redness, swelling and itching at injection site and weight loss (which I'm not complaining about). Sure everyone's response will be different, just like MS is different for everyone, but I'm very happy with this therapy and got over the fear of needles quickly. Actually I feel empowered when I take my injection."


"I have been given the 290 samples and I'm usually tied down to the toilet for about 3 to 4 hours afterwards. I've only been on the 290mcg for three days. I called my doctor to see if I could get the 145mcg and I am starting those tomorrow. I do have to say my cramps have gone down tremendously even though I get then here and there. But nothing what they used to be. Here's to hoping the 145 works better!"


"First time using BC and the procedure wasn't too bad. Just the initial pain during insertion hurt pretty bad but just for 45 seconds. I cramped for about a week. I then haven't experienced a heavy period, just spotting and light bleeding. My only issue with this is having some symptoms of pregnancy which is common but I am a bit paranoid all the time that I could be. I've just got married 3 months ago and had liletta inserted 4 and a half months ago. My husband and I started using condoms as a second form of protection.  But we are not sure how long we will use it for, we really are not trying to get pregnant."


"I was addicted to the most powerful opioid carfentanil unknowingly and the withdrawals are so bad that they can be fatal. The first day I tried to quit I took an 8mg sub and it didn't even help and I had to be rushed to the hospital. So I relapsed the next three days. Then I finally found out what I had been taking and decided to go to ER the next day and tell them. I told them to keep me cause I didn't know what would work. The doctor told me he'd prescribe clonodine and send me home. I never heard of that and didn't think it would work so I pleaded with him for me to stay. That didn't work. So I got them filled and took them and they kicked my withdrawals ass. Way better than a suboxone."


"I'm a 52 year old women, moderately active through golfing and walking, and a relatively healthy eater who never has dieted and didn't need to.  Menopause, age, activity level and metabolism has each contributed to a 35-40 lbs weight gain.  After a year of increased activity and reduction of calories and carbs such as pasta, potatoes and breads, I was not able to really maintain a 5-10lbs weight loss if I didn't walk at least 5 miles each day.  I noticed there was an overall reduction in energy.  My doctor had been on this journey with me; food journals to now Phen. 37.5 mg.  In 12 days I've lost 8.6 lbs.  I do have a dry mouth and a suppressed appetite which I hope over the 3 month prescription will help me to reduce portions considerably."


"I tried compounded creams and they didn't work for me. Only one week on this patch and my hot flashes are almost none and I'm sleeping much better."


"I have been taking Keppra for 4 years. When I keep up with 2000mg dose daily I rarely have seizures anymore. When I go off the medicines they come back. I would have to say it does the trick with minimal side effects."


"I had been on another birth control pill for a very long time and switched to Sprintec because of insurance.  After starting Sprintec I had breakthrough bleeding for about 2 weeks before my regular period was scheduled to begin.  I have been having breakthrough bleeding (which started similar to a very light period and is now down to some spotting) for about 2 weeks now.  "


"I am constipated due to 6 auto-immune diseases and all the medications I have to take.  It was first time I ever needed this type of medication.  I have a high tolerance level but something told me to try a half dose.

I can say it 100% worked and worked too well, quick too.  I would make sure I have a night with the only plan is to take care of myself."


"This only drug, after my doctor tried several, that works for me. The packets are the best but since Medicare supplements rx does not want to cover the price went up to 3000 for 90 days. So I'm on the generic pill because of the expense. Since this drug puts me in donut hole with medicare a month supply of this generic drug cost over 400 dollars. So you pay.  We suffer the affects while these drug companies are make a killing.  This a really really good drug for stomach suffers."


"I don't recommend this shot to anyone!!!  Especially, if you plan on having kids in the future.  It caused my daughter to become sterile.  At the ripe age of 19 years old, she is told she is going through menopause and will never have kids on her own."


"I've been on sprintec for close to two years now. As of late, I have experienced horrible side effects. I have had major constipation that has caused severe anal fissures. I have had heightened anxiety and depression in the last 8 months. Abdominal pain, bloating etc. I seriously thought something was wrong with my health. I had abdominal and vaginal ultrasounds, urine and blood tests, STD tests and everything came back fine. Yet, the symptoms still continued. I was scared and hopeless, as these were things I had never experienced in my life. It wasn't until recently after doing research and talking with my friends, that I realized sprintec was causing these exact symptoms I was experiencing. I decided after my last pack to stop the pill."


"Clonidine has been very effective in reducing both the intensity and frequency of my hot flushes and night sweats.  At first I thought the drug would not work for me.  It took a full month to see an effect as it is very subtle at first.  Initial fatigue and dry mouth were troubling, but both have resolved themselves.  Nice to get a proper night's rest again."


"It is fairly effective if taken in time. Usually with a nausea medication too. Doesn't fully resolve symptoms but takes the edge off and helps with vomiting. It is also very expensive medication."


"I might as well take niquil or Benadry! It doesn't work AT ALL!! Garbage!!!"


"I initially went on Paxil 13 years ago after suffering from major anxiety/depression. Worked great and within a month I was back to work. It gave out on me and I would get my dose increased and would than feel better once again. I made a horrible choice of stopping it cold turkey last summer and I am still paying for it now. Been back on it 20mg for a week and already feel better. This is after trying Lexapro and Prozac with negative results after approximately 6 weeks of each. I am a example that if something works and plateaus don't stop taking it, make the necessary adjustments. Paxil has saved my life once and it appears like it is again after trial and error with other drugs and treatment alternatives. Paxil is great for anxiety."


"I have done a month of this birth control, I am okay with taking the pill but something like a Nuvaring, or the Implanon would be easier for me. But this pill made me sick when I missed a day and took two so I took some Tylenol for my horrible headache (I believe that was also from Loestrin24). I haven't had any noticeable weight gain. I also have no other complaints other than the mood swings I had been throwing at my boyfriend and my family. My doctor switched me to Lo Loestrin because it is a lower dose. We will see how that goes and I'll make sure I leave a review with all that I try. Thanks for all the reviews I have read!"


"I have been in total agony with a pain that felt like I was going to be giving birth to an elephant, plus pains in each side of the abdomen and pain coming out in my lower back and rib pain. The pain made my moods and emotions full of anger, sobbing, outbursts, I felt non-human. Just no control of myself. I tried Dilaudid, and Tylenol 3's nothing worked and while in emergency I was treated with several drugs, the pain remained. Finally Dilaudid with a shot of Toradol and it took the pain, what a relief. I felt human again, I felt focused and I could see life and what was real. "


"This birth control pill has it's advantages in the fact that it gives you a very predictable period, and that's it.

The side effects outweigh the benefits. I started getting acne at 23 when I hadn't had it for years, my skin became oily, I started getting headaches that persisted all day, my appetite increased, my sleep was disrupted, and I became depressed.

The depression is the worst part. I would wake up and be horribly angry or depressed, without cause.

I'm switching back to my old birth control."


"I love Aleve, but people should talk to their doctor first.  I have sometimes severe pain in my toes and severe headaches from TMJ, and the Aleve significantly cuts down on my pain from both.  Don't forget to talk to your doctor because risk of stomach bleeding and risk of heart attack rises with some users."


"I was taking Flexeril for muscle spasm's in my back. It would reliave the pain a little bit, but when I did my exercises and took Flexeril it helped. For severe pain I had to take Percocet. The two worked well together."


"Okay I just finished my first month and in that month there has been maybe  2 days that I have went the whole day without bleeding heavier then my normal period. My hair is like 3 times thinner and getting progressively worse. I'm calling my doctor on Monday to switch.
I would never recommend this to anyone. Also everytime I eat I feel awful like my stomach hurts, my head hurts and I'm always tired with absolutely NO sex drive. My breasts got a little bigger but my acne got worse. Overall this pill is miserable."


"I've tried 20+ meds over the last 30 years to treat depression. I've had wonderful results with Fetzima and Trileptal. I've been on the medication about 18 months now. Some GI issues, some sweating, though not as intense as others have mentioned. As I've increased dosage I definitely experienced rage, but it subsided within a week. I've had an increase in blood pressure, but it was already high & a med adjustment solved it.  A weird side effect: I talk a lot more than I did before. I can stop myself, but the tendency is new.  I can deal with these side effects. They've not been intense or long lasting. My depression was horrible for 7+ years. I've gone from failed suicide attempts to feeling good again. I'm very grateful for this drug."


"I have been taking Restoril for about a year and I'm taking 2 30mg at night, and it did work for the first 5 years, but after trying everything else I can't complain.  I have a very hard time staying asleep so for me I don't mind the "hangover" feeling when I wake up because sometimes that allows me to go back to sleep.  So in short - nice medication."


"I have severe dry mouth from radiation treatment, resulting in severe tooth decay. Salagen has really helped soothe my mouth and gums"


"I took the pill around noon today, less than 12 hours after the incident. I ate a small lunch after and I feel absolutely no side effects. I'm a tad tired but nothing out of the ordinary. My period is scheduled for next week. I'm impatiently waiting."


"I had some minor itching and then soon realized it was a yeast infection. I've had one before, but I had prescribed medicine for it.  This time I decided to try the over-the-counter monistat and oh gosh was I wrong! Immediately after inserting the cream I got the worst sensation ever.  It felt like I sat in a fire ant pile!  I tried walking it off. After that didn't work, I tried everything I could to get the cream out.  Sitting in a warm bath was no help.  A cold bath is what eased the pain, but as soon as I got out the pain started again.  It had me in tears.  I wish I could get my money back for this horrible product."


"My hashimotos with benign nodule was found after losing my twins to early delivery.  Endo believes this was a missed factor in my loss. My TSH was over 4. Started on levothyroxine 100 mcg was great for 2 months but by the third month my blood sugars dropped, heart was racing (palpitations ), body itching like the burn you feel after a workout, my hair was falling out, severe anxiety and I was losing 2 lbs every few days (that part I didn't mind).  I was insistent to check my TSH and it was 0.27 adjusted down to 88 mcg with an extra half tab once a week. My TSH is now 2.2 but I feel the depression and fatigue. Adjusting back up to 100 since it's been 3 years. At least now I know what to watch for. I no longer experience PCOS OR DM 2."


"I bought this gel a few years ago and stopped using it as it wasn't that effective on my skin. However recently I started applying this along with a few other products and it was great. For me, I find it most effective when I apply it twice a day on the painful cystic pimple (normally on my nose). I wash the acne prone areas on my face with a wash that has salicylic acid 2%, then use a toner with witch hazel or a cotton pad soaked with pure green tea. I apply retinoid, let it sink in and then I apply Epiduo on those areas. I think it's important to use it as spot treatment if you're overly sensitive like me. If you're feeling dry I apply a cream with hydrocortisone over it at the end. My pimple bump disappeared in two days."


"This drug made me feel crazy! Increased hallucinations, delusions and paranoia! Wouldn't recommend to anyone, stay away from this med!!!"


"I have a problem with recurring bronchitis because of asthma. When this happens I cough a lot. The Tussionex is a life saver for me. It stops the cough that nothing else has ever stopped. It makes me sleepy, but the cough is paralyzing so it's well worth it. The price makes me very thankful for my health insurance."


"Was getting severe migraines.  Tried aspirin and Motrin.  Both didn't work at all.  I needed something stronger.  My doctor then prescribed Sprix nasal spray.  She told me to spray to the outer part of my nostrils and to only breathe through my mouth (do not breathe through nose or sniff otherwise you will feel a burning sensation like others I've read on here).  I did exactly on how she instructed and AMAZINGLY the migraine was gone in 5 minutes. And there was no burning sensation at all.  I love Sprix.  It's now my go to medicine to relieve my migraine."