"It hasn't helped my severe COPD & acute exacerbations. My Dr. gave me samples to try but so far nothing. I will continue to take until all is gone then I have to call the Dr. about the results. I have extreme sweating & was sick to my stomach the 1st wk but now it's just every so often"


"After my inpatient hospitalization. i was stabilized with trileptal. no other medicine was able to minimize my mood swings. mentally i feel very clear. the only drawback i can say is slight weight gain; however, i'd rather deal with weight gain than ups and downs. thank goodness for the medicine."


"My mother is 84 and was given this drug for a mild UTI.  After 2 doses, she became so confused she didn't know where she was or who I was.  Her muscles were so weak she could not move or stand.  She was paranoid and manic at times.  Her potassium dropped very low.  She was in the hospital 4 days.  They immediately took her of it, gave her IV's and potassium.  Tested her for stroke and dementia, which were negative.  She is home and better but it took several weeks.  Not a good drug, especially for elderly.  She now takes D-Mannose 1000mg/day, 2000mg for any UTI symptoms."


"This drug saved my life. If taken as prescribed, it will help you with your opiate dependency. You will not feel withdrawl symptoms, and you will soon find yourself loosing the desire to use illegal drugs. I was a heroin user for 15 years, until my doctor recommended this drug along with a 12 step program. My life has changed for the better. I recommend this as a last resort. If you have tried every other option to get off opiates, and failed, you have nothing to loose. If you try to abuse Suboxone, you will get sick. Again, this medicine saved my life."


"I'm 44 and recently asked my doctor to test for testosterone levels.  It turned out that I was 218 on a 338 to 1000 scale.  My urologist started me on Testim trial pack, but insurance only covered for Androgel and Foresta.  Switched to Androgel 1/2 way through the trial pack.  I could tell a dip in energy when I switched to Androgel.  At 2 pumps per day for a month T-level 238 - feel better but not as good as Testim. From what I can tell, it depends on the persons absorption level.  Some people are better with one medicine over another.  I'm going to try Foresta at next Dr. visit since I'm not seeing a difference with 3 pumps."


"I am starting my 4th year on Arimidex and have had wonderful results.  I have had no side effects at all.  I am now over 70 and am active and otherwise healthy.  I am looking forward to many more years of continued good health."


"I was recently put on percochet for back problems. I have periods of feeling bad but once I take 10/325 it really helps with the pain. Still havin issues with waking up in the middle of the night. I actually can live a normal life now without being in misery."


"I have microscopic colitis. Lialda works great but the only major drawback is the expense. $191 every two weeks. My insurance dropped me and that cost is with a local pharmacy prescription discount card. At this rate I will be unable to keep up with it."


"Before I started on methylphenidate I was using strattera 80mg, but I only got the side effect and

sweated all the time even when doing nothing, also had dizziness and panick attacks.

When I got offered methylphenidate I could concentrate alot better and all the side effects never came, the only side effect I have is maybe sometimes palpitations but not as often. good medicination for ADHD."


"I am no stranger to yeast infections. My grandmother made me use a suppository egg when I was about 12. Needless to say I was a virgin so that was definitely a no go. That was a bad experience so I've always gotten the off brand suppository creams because they were the cheapest, and they worked great. However, tonight I tried the Monistat brand for the first time. As soon as I inserted it and laid down it burnt like hell all while I'm trying so hard not to scratch  my vagina. I immediately googled my symptoms and here I am writing a review. The pain lasted for about a good hour, but dying laughing at most of these reviews helped me cope with the pain."


"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 was put on Sprintec a month ago to help regulate my peroid and help with the severe cramps. In the last month I have had a loss of appetite, lack of energy, two UTI's, a yeast infection, and severe cramps. "


"I guess Bayer dosen't give a damn about its consumers. There still selling the afrin with the bottle that can't be opened."


"I hated this medication. it gave me no mood, no feelings, not able to cry or a supposed flat mood my psychiatrist said plus it made me gain tons of weight in plus of the clozapine I used to be on that gave me seizures and made me break my ankles and it was completely useless cause I never needed it even though they thought "nothing has ever worked for you". I was only on it because they forced me to take clozapine and it was giving me seizures and the clozapine wasn't even good cause I didn't make any friends and I didn't really like anybody. ever since I've been on Lamictal 300 mg and Invega 12 mg I've felt more normal and I'm able to cry and feel true feelings like I used to."


"At first I hated this pill but had a 3 month supply.  In the first 2 months I had spotting all the time, crazy mood swings, intense cravings and cramps around PMS time and was loosing a dramatic amount of hair.  On the bright side my acne was non existent and I noticed weight loss. By the 3rd month I feel most symptoms cleared."


"I've tried all other drugs and prescription drugs..Temazapam hands down 30 mgs. However I have a high tolerance to these sleep aids"


"Every time I tell someone about this miracle medicine, I am hoping that they are listening to me. If you get cold sores this is ESSENTIAL. I never leave home without it. I use it in combination with L-Lysine to reduce symptoms. I am getting one right now and did not feel the tingle so I am hoping it will still work. Sometimes there is just no getting rid of a nasty tough one. I am 23 years old and when I have a cold sore I absolutely obsess over it and I try to hide my face as much as possible. I hope they someday find a CURE for this virus but in the meantime Valtrex is amazing!"


"It's a very useful drug for Bi-Polar Disorder, but it can make you very drowsy and fatigued; also, it affects your concentration and speed of doing things"


"Worst experience of my life on this implant. I finally got it taken out today after 7 months of chest discomfort, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, horrible mood swings, crazy anxiety (for the first time in my life) and panic attacks. I saw multiple doctors multiple times and all dismissed the implant as having any of the negative effects I was experiencing. My doctor even wanted to put me on an anxiety med. When I looked it up for myself I was shocked and saddened by the amount of women that have experienced the exact same things. Don't do it, so not worth the risk of going through the hell I've been experiencing. I cannot wait to get these hormones out of my system and feel better :("


"I started taking trulicity 6-8-16. I have been sick every since. Lost ten pounds.can't eat. Have a hard time moving at all. I'm tired all the time. Dizzy and lightheaded. Now a yeast infection.  Been coughing too. I'm not taking anymore until I go to Dr Thursday. I believe it works but I can't take feeling like this.  Feel too weak."


"I have been on this medicine for 4 years and it continues to provide excellent results, relief."


"I only just started the NuvaRing about 1 month ago after getting my Mirena taken out. So far I already thought I was pregnant because I had nausea and extreme salivation. Headaches, and oh my gosh the back and and stomach cramps were almost as bad as when I had labor pains with my son. "


"Husband and I prescribed Tessalon Perles. He has bronchitis, I have a lung infection. Prescribed different antibiotics. Neither one of us feel the Perles work one bit.  I notice increased saliva, dizziness, and he has a headache and chills since taking.  Going back to doctor to complain, need relief.  Nyquil works better if you ask me."


"suffered from gout and joint pain.Took one 50mg tablet  and experience pain relief within a  few hours and was able to walk freely"


"my bf had hives for 3 weeks.  more often than not.  claritan did really nothing.  Allegra nothing.   benedryl helped some.  I was scared he'd have a anaphylaxis reaction.  I bought him vit.  c, b, d, quercitin, probiotic.  a dao enzyme.  and nothing was working great.  today is Monday 611 pm.  he started zyrtec sat at 11am.  he has red huge hives on his back and legs and arms .  well I'm happy to say...the zyrtec seems to be working..  they are gone.  we've  even eating normal and he's even had a couple of drinks.  also he's taking pepcid.   but it's been over two days of no hives.  I think the zyrtec is a miracle."


"This is really strange. My mom, who has Alzheimers was given this drug to help her recover from a hysterectomy.  We have found a definite connection between Tylox and her Alzheimers- it's greatly improved! She regained about 18 months of mental deterioration from the Alzheimers after taking this drug. No one can understand why there's a connection. When she stopped taking Tylox, her Alzheimers once again became worse. When we restarted Tylox, once again, her mental capacity improved tremendously."


"I have been on Lyrica for only a few months for neuropathy pains. I also have lupus, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and gastrointestinal issues. Lyrica worked excellent the first few weeks for the neuropathic pains. After a while I noticed I started to have more lupus flares and joint irritations. It is causing me to gain weight which is a plus because my other medicines was causing me to loose weight. I have tried a lot of medication including gabapentin (3600mg daily) and Lyrica worked best overall."


"After taking Lexapro for around 2 1/2 years I weaned myself off about 4 months ago.  The biggest side effect while going off of it was a feeling of electric shock in my head.  It was a super fast thing and only lasted for a super short second, but it would occur at random times throughout the day.  After awhile though, I got used to the 'shocks' and knew they would be over in a short second and just lived with it.  I need to state that I did this very slowly, gradually decreasing my doses over a period of about 3 months.  NOT a quick process.  Initially I felt WONDERFUL after discontinuing this drug, but now, months later the depression has crept back."


"Hi, I'm 28 yrs old and got 3 kids already. I've had the IUD for about a year now, and I'd have to say that personally it has worked wonders for me.
I'd encourage women who have had the IUD inserted to got for an ultrasound at least twice a year.
I had my second scan last week and the device is still intact where it should be, with no abnormalities found.
Yes I did experience cramping a few days after it was inserted, by after that I did not experience any complications.
Although I don't think it should be recommended for all women, I really depends on how each individual reacts to the method and whether or not she is comfortable with it."


"I find out I wasn't  ovulating at 24 years old,it was very hard for me and never thought at this young age I will have issues getting  pregnant. I had an issue with my period too so my GYN prescribed clomid 50mg to take on day 4 of my period  for 4 days. I took Provera to induce a period before taking the clomid. I looked up reviews on the medication  and it was a success for others and not a success for some women. My period came on Thanksgiving November 24th I started taking the clomid on November 28th and did ovulation checking from day 12 day of my period. At day 28 nothing happened  but my doctor encouraged me to keep tracking my ovulation  and come see her at day 35 if I don't  get my period. Find out I am pregnant on December 27.  Wow"


"I had a propofol infusion for a 40 minute operation today and had no problems whatsoever. Like many "reviewers" here, it was my first time undergoing general anesthesia and I was quite nervous as I did not know what to expect. However, if I knew beforehand what I know now, I would not have worried a single bit.

Once the line was in and the infusion began, the doctor said I would start to feel sleepy soon and within 10 seconds I was asleep. There was no discomfort or unpleasant side effects. I woke up feeling happy and positive, just thirsty and slightly groggy, which passed quickly. Within 30 mins I was dressed and I left the hospital within an hour. I have felt relaxed all day.

Marvellous medicine and experience, I will not worry next time!"


"Started on  brintellix 10mg for depression/anxiety, three weeks ago. No side effects at all,apart from some difficulty sleeping. I think I am feeling clearer, but can't say I feel less depressed. Maybe a little calmer,but still having some anxiety."


"I quit on week 3 on the tablets... am now a month smoke free. I haven't had any urges to smoke. I smoked 20 a day for 15 years. These are the dogs balls. Only side effects is waking up in the night and dreaming mad crazy things which seem so real ! I like the dream's !! Also a little wind. Ha. But stick with them !"


"I got this implant a few days after my period, Oct. 7 .. then 2 weeks into having the implant, I got my period again. So I had 2 periods within a 2 week span. The period with the implant, lasted almost 2 weeks. It went away about a week ago, but I now have the feeling like I'm going to get my period again. Ladies, you know the feeling you get in your lower stomach when that time of the month is coming. But I don't understand; like am I going to keep getting my period every 2 weeks???? Nobody wants to deal with that. Another side effect I got is an increase in my appetite. I eat ALL day long. Needless to say, if I get my period again within the next week or so, I'm going to make an appointment to have this removed."


"I have taken Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, and then my Doctor Put me on WellButrin XL 150 in the morning and that was helping me but not in the evening so she increased the Wellbutrin XL to 300mg in the morning and 150 in the evening and that was working, my mood seem to be great! But then I learned since I take the 300 and 150 that there was a new formulation on the market called Forfivo XL 450 and I take that once a day in the morning along with some Lamictal 100mg and I feel GREAT. I don't have the worrying I had at work with coworkers, or the mood swings I had while I was at work or being with family. I still take Klonopin 1mg three times a day for my anxiety and panic attacks and I take Klonopin 1mg at bedtime and Elavil 50mg to help me sleep."


"I have been on Aviane for about a year and a half for dysmenorrhea, and it's great.  I get a bit moody/sad the day or two before my period, but that's the worst of it.  It's helped a LOT with cramps.  I get by on 2-4 Midol per month now!"


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"At first I was in love with my implant birth control... it started with bleeding for a while and really randomly (for about six months), but not so much it was causing problems. I got it to regulate my periods (not for birth control as I am not sexually active) and with my first implant it completely ended my periods. After the three years was up, I was told that we were switching from implanon to nexplanon and thats when things started to go downhill. I've had the nexplanon for about a year and a half and the weight gain is what is making me get rid of it. I thought at first it was simply the freshman 15 since I went to college, but after making serious diet and exercise changes after first semester I've continued to steadily gain weight."


"Switched from deposit shot to seasonique after my sophomore year of college. My doctor said I would have one week of bleeding at the end of each pack. But for some reason I end up spotting heavily the WHOLE third month, with a heavier period during the "bleed week". I am very consistent with the time I take it and I don't miss a day. But yet I'm still stuck with a month long period. Not sure if I should switch bc methods because of this. The only reason I was sold on seasonique was because I was expecting one NORMAL period once ever 3 months."


"I purchased this medicine for my little girl because it was doctor recommended. It was a need base purchase to reduce her fever and some of the discomfort that she was having. They stated that it would be the best in reducing her fever. I purchased the medicine and shortly after her fever was gone and she was resting. She slept well through the night. Children%u2019s Motrin is a name that I trust. Therefore, I was not hesitant at all when my doctor recommended that I purchase this product. I have also used other fever reducer products for my little one, such as Tylenol and it did not reduce her fever at all, so Motrin was the choice brand. Motrin allowed her to sleep through the night and she did not spike a fever the next day. Motrin did the job."


"I had an outer ear infection..These drops made my left ear feel clogged up and ringing in my ear and ear pain. I would not recommend this medicine.  I'm hoping it is temporary. .."


"I liked Ortho-tri-cyclen better, but Tri-Sprintec way worse! I experienced heavier and longer periods while on it and mood swings sometimes (could just be the norm for a 25 year old female though!). I switched to Tri-Sprintec and experienced extreme nausea, although the pharmacist insisted it was the exact same medications, just different manufacturers. I will be going back on Trinessa next month."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Taste is absolutely awful. It's extremely salty and bitter. Took me more than an hour to gulp down just one dose (16 oz), and I would recommend sucking on a lime or lemon slice in between sips to help with the taste. In terms of effectiveness, it really worked! Everything came out like a liquid waterfall after around 30 minutes after each dose."


"I was administered this drug at the beginning of a 28 day residential detox/rehab for alcohol.

It stopped the tremors and shakes. But not the other withdrawal symptoms such as the sweats which did subside. However, it took slightly longer to bring back the co-ordination in my legs. I was advised that this had something to do with the receptors in my brain repairing. Until it was brought to my attention I didn't know how much alcohol affected the brain and it's normal function with the rest of the human body."


"Too much weight gain though."


"Taking my 14th pill today. No side effects so far!"


"Hello! Well... I've never had an acne skin. I have a mixed-oily skin and I have some acne when I get stressed. That' s the reason why I visited a dermatologist. The doctor recommended me to use epiduo (every night), after I wash my face with a foam (I use the same foam in the morning with a gel cream after it and a moisturizing cream, as many times as I want). Doctor informed me that this cream may affect me (redness, itching, drought, pain) but my face got like sunburned and it was scratching me so much. I was afraid and I stopped it yesterday. I don' t know if I continue using this cream."


"Kept getting Cipro for UTI's. Would go away and resurface 6 weeks later . Then began the excruciating pain in legs and ankles, brain fog, a whole list of things going wrong. Do your research and only if you are on deaths door agree to take this poison .  It may work at first but you are likely to pay months and years later. So not worth it!"


"This has been a horrible experience. I have been on this for 6 months. It was effective for one week. I felt fantastic for that week. No pain at all. But since then the constant aching in my legs has progressed to keeping me up most of the night practically in tears. Now I am stuck in the fun task of getting off the medication."


"I've had hives 4 times now.  The last time they lasted 1 entire year.  Nothing worked.  My allergist said that the doctors had failed miserably at keeping me comfortable during my ordeal.  I tried Zertec this time.  My hives are totally gone.  My skin crawls and tingles when it is about time for another dose, but the new dose takes care of it.  No complaints at all.  I do have crazy dreams, but that is a small price to pay in exchange for no itching, etc."


"Dosage was 500 mg for 10 days. Stopped after 2. Feet and ankle pain and swollen knees, hands and fingers that do not stop aching. Also lower back pain. Headache is almost constant despite Tylenol every four hours. Cough has lessened but feel overall much weaker."


"Horrific experience. Was only on it for 1 week (40mg). Muddled thoughts, numb tongue, restlessness, severe insomnia, nausea."


"I've been on Paxil for almost a year now. My panic attacks where so bad, as soon as I wake up boom panic attack almost all day! It was bad guys Paxil is a God send."


"I had the Implanon put in in April of 2011, it is now December 11 and for the last 8 months I have had nothing but problems. I have gained about 10lbs and I rarely ever quit spotting and when I'm not spotting I'm bleeding. They said this might be normal for the first few months but like I said its going on 8 months and I just can't do it anymore. The bleeding has gotten so bad lately I have to make sure I have panty liners in just in case and the cramps seriously feel like I am being stabbed. I was on birth control pills before this and NEVER had any of these problems EVER. I'm due to go to the doctor this week to get the Implanon removed. I would much rather be on the pill. When I was on it before I never had cramps, only had slight bleeding for 3-4 days."


"Started 12 weeks ago on 50mg stuck it out for 7 weeks - not much change and decided to step up to 100mg - 5 weeks later can say a change has arrived in the last 10 days and I am over the moon.

I have refused medication all my life - this was a massive decision for me ... I wish now I'd done it years ago.

Critical voice gone, anxiety close to gone, depression lifting, motivation returning - hope and dreams coming back.  I now laugh, play jokes and manage stress 'normally'.

I have to take care to get enough sleep - some days I am still really exhausted, but that is lifting.

The side effects were as expected, dry mouth, need to eat regularly, headaches and perhaps a little sleep issues - but compared to life before they are well worth it."


"I have taken many, many times for my chronic sinus infections and it seems to be the only thing that ever gets rid of the infection. I do get stomach aches from it, and nausea but it does what it's supposed to."


"So far so good. Im on my 2nd day. NO side effects..that I am aware of. I did sleep a little harder last night..lol. I just found this and read some of the other reviews, but I honestly haven't noticed anything real abnormal. This is my 1st time taking it. I am usually given bactrim for uti's because I am highly allergic to penicillin. I usually dont have fever or severe pain with a uti, but I think I have had one for a while now due to other uti symptoms. So i dont think bactrim has been working. I do not have a regular doctor (cant afford it), and I feel awful having to constantly go to the ER...only to end up STILL having a UTI. I just hope this finally gets rid of it. Im tired of spending $$ on antibiotics only for it to not work."


"I felt better right away on 10 mg. My problems were not overwhelming me anymore. I stopped obsessing. However, side effect was not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep. I am now up to the 20 mg dose. Still doing alright. Doctor prescribed Ambien. When I skip a day of Viibryd anxiety and agitation comes back. I am in a bad marriage and am contemplating divorce after 43 years.  No wonder that I have anxiety and felt like I was falling apart."


"*7 month update*
I have gained like 6 pounds since I got it inserted, I feel hungry all the time. But since the insertion I've only had my period 3 times and it has completely stopped which is great! Beware that it does make you moody and grumpy. I have noticed that I am more tired lately I'm not sure If it has to do with the nexplanon but I hate how moody it makes me. Otherwise it's an okay birth control. After insertion I had minor headaches for a few weeks which is rare for me but they went away, and my periods got lighter and lighter till they stopped. This is only my personal experience and you will never know how well this will work for you unless you try it yourself."


"I love Zyprexa (Olanzapine) it has calmed and removed my insanity. I now longer have panic attacks and irritability. I work in retail and i have been in trouble several times with my managers because i snap at costumers. But with Zyprexa it all went away it was amazing........BUT!!! i have to stop taking it because it caused SO MUCH weight gain. I use to weigh 170lbs and within a year i weigh now 226lbs. I don't even eat that much and i still don't lose weight. there's no point going to the gym and doing cardio because the pill prevents me from losing it. So now i have to ask my doctor to give me a medication that doesn't cause weight gain for i can lose the weight. I am so depressed that i have to stop taking it. it has worked wonders 4 me"


"I've been using this medication for my rosacea and it isn't helping. My face has never looked worse. It's ok when I first put it on but by the end of the day my face is spiralling out of control. Right now I have huge acne blemishes all over my face. I'm making an appt with my doctor this week to try and change it. Very disappointed."


"I was asked to try Benicar and to stop taking Clonidine. That was the best move my Doctor made. I feel 100% better and my pressure is also 100% better. Thanks to the maker of Benicar."


"My son has been on several different ADHD medications.  He had been on one for a couple years and it wasn't having the effect it should after so long, so they changed him to Daytrana.  He was so out of control on this medication.  It actually seemed to make his impulse issues and attention worse. We discontinued the patch after the 2nd week.  Hopefully it's positive for others, just definitely not the one for my son."


"I used to take famotidine 20mg 2 x daily and it did the job.  Now I need it every 5 to 6 hrs for relief.  So I decided to use Pepto-bismal yesterday morning at 8 and it worked very well and lasted until about 9pm. Then I took a Pepcid that night, but it doesn't work for me like it use to."


"The very next morning after I started taking this birth control I started very heavy bleeding which was accompanied by big thick clots.  I started it at my 6 week post partum appaointment after seeing Dr and every thing was clear and looked good. I had not been bleeding at all. I am exclusively breastfeeding so only reason I decided to take this one.  I have no doubts of its effectiveness of preventing pregnancy, but I have only ever had a baby when trying. I think personally for me the side effects were too much. I was effected by so many of them in such a short time. Increased hunger,  non stop bleeding,  sore breasts, breaking out on face,  and I'm 30yo, don't need that. Seen dr again and no problems still, just pill.  I stopped and very next day bleeding stopped"


"I started on taking citalopram 4 weeks ago for anxiety.
I felt rubbish with symptoms of dizziness, fatigue, nausea for 9 days then I started to feel so much better.
This is the best pick up I have had in ages. My husband said why didn't you start them sooner. I feel so much better.
Give them a go....."


"I've been on several medications but lexapro is the only one that has helped. ive suffered from severe depression, anxiety,panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder and ive had suicidal thoughts since is was 9 years old. lexapro has helped with all of this. i still have "down" moments but nowhere as severe! i am able to face reality better and was able to return to school."


"This drug is HORRIBLE!!! For the entire month I was on it, my blood sugars were never under 200. I was on Trulicity before this, which is a wonderful medication that is the same type as Bydureon, but my insurance said it wouldn't cover the Trulicity for me anymore unless I tried the Bydureon first (?prior authorization). Well...obviously it sucks so thankfully I'll get to go back on the Trulicity, which made my blood sugars extremely steady (around 110) and I was losing weight...like 2 pounds per week. The Bydureon also hurt horribly to inject and always made me bleed, and the mixing it was a pain in the butt. With the Trulicity, it's all done for you and is almost painless, and I never bled at the injection site."


"I've been taking 10mg nortriptyline now for 5 weeks for severe anxiety and depression. Very happy with results. Still have some depression but it kicked butt on the anxiety. I can function normally again. No side effects at all."


"I love Jolessa! I hated it at first. During the first pack I bled for about 9 weeks. It was awful. Some days heavy, some days light. I talked to my doctor and decided to hang in there and try the second pack. I am so glad that I did. I had finished bleeding a couple of days before I started the second pack. The second pack worked perfectly. The third pack, which I just finished worked the same. This period is super light. I kept waiting all week for it to start and finally on Friday it did and it's Sunday and it might be gone already. I knew one of the side effects was abnormal bleeding that diminished over time.....it took 9 weeks...but I would do it all again for the only having 4 periods a year. I love Jolessa!"


"Easy to take, inexpensive, and no side effects. Has a moderately positive impact by lessening frequency (2-5 fewer attacks) and severity (average intensity brought down from 7 to 5)."


"For over twenty years I've had issues with my stomach. Mainly constipation in spite of drinking plenty of water and high fiber diet. I've relied on eating five servings of fruits and three veggies a day and of course lots of liquids. I've been seen by lots of specialists until recently I was prescribed Amitiza 8mg. I tried it for two weeks then tried the 24mg as instructed by my doctor and found that the lower dose works better. I'm able to defecate at least once a day now,  but I have experienced headache nausea and slight dizziness. Overall I do recommend it."


"This medication works so well. The depression just goes away, and stays away. I wouldn't and don't ask for anything else."


"I had Mirena placed after the birth of my second son and have had it almost two years. The first year was fantastic, I had little or no bleeding at all. Now, I have longer, heavier periods; excessive moodiness; and bleeding between supposed regular cycles. I think it may be time to remove it."


"I have been on Duragesic for past 2 years. I'm on a dose of 150mcg every 72 hours. I have Sickle Cell Anemia and have intolerable back pain on a daily basis. These patches work wonders for my pain but I am a girl who loves to take baths. Just letting you know that you should not take really hot or really long baths while on the patch. I did and I thought I was going to die. My heart began to race and I had trouble breathing. After I struggled to get out of bathtub my husband snatched the patches off, scrubed the area they were at and I started feeling better in about 10-15 minutes. I love it for the pain but hate it for my baths."


"Due to blood clot and diagnosis of autoimmune clotting disorder (anti-phospholipid syndrome), I had to be put on a non-estrogen birth control to help with my endometriosis.  The pill has caused me to spot just about every single day and I have been on it for over 6 months.  It has not been able to control the cramps and I have to have 800mg ibuprofen on hand at all times.  It has cut down on my 7-10 day very heavy period, but since I spot every day; not sure if its really helped with the blood loss and anemia.  When I started, I had just about every symptom of pregnancy; but I was not pregnant.  This went away after about 1 month of use.  Unfortunately, this is my only option at the moment, so I'm kind of stuck with this."


"I'm unsure as of yet whether this horrid medicine has helped or will help, but I wanted to add to the numerous warnings from others like me. If you're reading this before buying, DON'T DO IT! The discomfort and irritation from the infection is a cake walk compared to what you will feel after inserting this into your most delicate of places. The pain and burning was so intense that I'm quite certain the inner walls of my vagina were melted through. Never in a million years would I have imagined that I would contemplate stuffing my hoo-ha full of ice. Please, heed these warnings, its not worth it! And if you're one of the poor souls desperately trying to determine how long your torment may last, unfortunately several hours. Good luck!"


"This medication has greatly improved my quality of life.  Had many failed therapies. Now life is not 100%; however, it is in the 90s.  I am grateful for this medication.
Another issue:  I take 2, twice a day.  Cigna changed their prices from 50 copay each 90 day supply to 100 copay.
Nevertheless, this medication is excellent.
"


"This medicine is great switched from 8mg Suboxone to this and I love it, its easy to use and no awfully orange taste plus you absorb 33 percent less naloxone which is always a good thing."


"Used with oxycodone Norco has helped. Norco is not that great by itself."


"I have experienced flu symtoms within the first 48 hours, and severe joint and bone pain.  I feel much worse than before I started taking Boniva. "


"The day that I'm writing this review, I was switched to Prozac by my doctor. Luvox for around 8 months worked wonders for my OCD. I was basically symptom free during that time with very little anxiety and worry. After the 8-month mark, it slowly started losing its effectiveness. My doctor bumped it from 150mg to 200mg, but that made everything worse. I wasn't falling asleep until 7am, I had no energy during the day, and my OCD symptoms were basically completely back. I was also on Zoloft for around a year, and the same thing happened there. Everybody is different, though. If you have OCD and haven't tried Luvox, give it a try. When everything was going well, I still experienced sexual side effects like low libido and delayed ejaculation."


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


"I have just started week 3 and still continue to smoke. I have no real desire to quit other than to be healthier for my children. During week one I noticed my smoking decreased from around a pack a day to a half pack a day, week two I still had some urge to smoke but could not stand more than 3 cigarette's per day. I just started week three and so far have not had a desire to smoke. This drug really works and I think if there is some willpower and want to succeed in place it works very well. Another plus to this medication is it reduces my desire to eat as well, so far I have lost 6 pounds. The negatives.... trouble sleeping, nausea, constipation, fatigue."


"I am on my 3rd week - first two at 20 mg and now upped to 40.  Should be at 60 (max) after the next follow up with my doctor at the end of week 4.  I'm 45 and have struggled since the age of 8 with weight and depression.  I get by - it's like I'm a high functioning depressed person who works her ass off to try and be healthy and happy.  I was tired and broken when my doctor suggested this drug.  Her daughter has similar issues so obviously it's personal for her too to understand people with these issues.  My experience has been great - I don't feel the urge to binge and my appetite is suppressed.  I feel hungry when I should and don't overeat.  I  love the feeling of being alert.  I work hard and these meds have helped me immensely."


"I smoked for 16 years! Chantix has giving me a second chance and possibly years on my life. I have never reviewed a drug in my life but this drug gave me a life and for that I am forever grateful. 50 days smoke free!"


"I started by getting sick after eating, then nightmares, sleeplessness, panic attacks, agoraphobia, high anxiety, and being diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. I was put on different medicines by different doctors and nothing worked.  The different meds made me gain 40lbs, gave me diabetes, dyskinesia, and SSRI's have horrible withdrawal symptoms when you run out of medicines. A new VA doctor recently prescribed Prazosin. After three days, I no longer felt like I was constantly shaking inside me. I don't feel like a speaker reverberating through me when I hear a loud or sudden noise. I went from sleeping 4-5 hours per night to double that. I don't have nightmares anymore, and I stopped getting sick from anxiety. Prazosin is a miracle to me."


"I went through surgical menopause due to a TAH/BSO in July 2010.  Withing days I was having 24-30 hotflashes/night sweats every 24 hours.  Because I had stage IV endometriosis, HRT was not advised.  I read about clonidine, and asked my doctor if I could give the clonidine patch a try.  It has worked very well for me--I'd say I've seen a 70% reduction in hot flashes.  I no longer wake up at night and those I do experience during the day are definitely less intense than before the clonidine."


"I got the skyla iud since I'm a diabetic every other birth control were raising my sugars. I had tried the implant several years ago and I had month long cycles I got it removed after a year and a half. I started taking the pill my sugars went through the roof. So we said we'd try an iud and it's definitely going very well, so far! When I got it placed, I was given 3 advils prior, than they also numbed my cervix and I just felt a slight sting from the needle, but I didn't feel anything afterwards. But once I got home I was told I'd cramp I did, and I also bled. It's been 6 months, now, the first 5 were pretty heavy but not a lot of cramps. This last month I had slight bleeding I didn't need anything because it was only when I would wipe."


"Some slight tingling at application around the nose, otherwise excellent results at almost eliminating breakouts. Now I only get 1 or 2 sores when I am under very extreme stress."


"I have never had a problem with acne until I got into college. I am 20 years old and my acne got so out of control I would never be seen leaving the house without tons of make up covering my blemishes. I tried almost every over the counter acne treatment on the market and didn't notice any difference. Some of them would make a few pimples go away and I would just get them back a couple of days later. I went to the dermotologist and she prescribed me Onexton. This stuff is a miracle! After only using it for one night, I already noticed a significant difference in my face. I've been using it for a week now and my face is almost 100% flawless. It will make ur face dry so make sure to keep moisturizing."


"I had Implanon inserted in July '12. It has been just about six months, and I am probably looking to have it removed. The insertion was fine- I thought it was painful but I didn't find it unbearable. At first, I was SO happy with not having my period. But since Thanksgiving - over a month and a half - I have been bleeding! It is light, but constant, sometimes brown, sometimes red. I have never had acne like I have experienced with Implanon as well. I would be able to deal with the acne if I wasn't bleeding for weeks. "


"HORRIBLE. Had it for a year and almost never stopped bleeding. Period every 5 days but now I have it for a whole month. I am getting removed today an getting mirena instead"


"Great Med for lower back issues such as mine(Sciatica w/radiation) Also works well for anxiety issues too. I recommend speaking to your doctor about it. However being a controlled substance some doctors will not write it or will be skeptical of prescribing for long periods of time."


"Turns it into something to fear!"


"I have been on Percocet 10 for a month and have had more good days than I was having on Lortab.  I think Percocet is wonderful.  I have had no side effects at all."


"I was on Nuvaring for 3 years then stopped to have my son. After he was born my husband and I were worried about long term cost of birth control. We decided to go with Mirena.  Let's just say, going back to Nuvaring was the best decision we've made. Been back on it for 3 months and just like before, no negative side effects what so ever. A little more discharge but no problems and its very effective. Only method we use and have never gotten pregnant while on it. I absolutely love Nuvaring and would recommend it to anyone. May not be for everyone but definitely right for me."


"I was freaking out about how Suprep would taste. I have my procedure tomorrow, so I'm going to comment on here as time progresses.

I put both bottles of Suprep mix in the fridge last night. Pharmacist suggested I mix it with ginger ale or 7 up. So I decided to mix it with 7 Up. Honestly, it was not that bad..Everyone makes it out to be the most vile thing they've tasted ever. Was it delicious? No,It was just really sweet, syrupy with a little bit of a bitter after taste.I chugged it. Couldn't do it with a straw, was taking too long. I drank one 16-oz water right after... Felt nauseous and full but not from the Suprep, but from the volume of liquid. So far so good... Will check back in a few hours..."


"I experienced absolutely no side effects with this medication."


"My 8 year old son has taken it for two months now. It has helped out a lot in school and with his social behavior. However he has gotten depressed and we have just taken him off it."


"I've suffered insomnia for the past 2 years, the doctor wanted to take me off Ativan, since I've been taking for a few months now.  I could not get any sleep at all, when I did get to sleep, I would have nightmares.  It did not work at all."


"While under this medication I have experienced very weird side effects including the fact that I "sleep dial". By which I mean I dial my phone and call people in my sleep. Weird, and it only happens when I take the pill before bed."


"I have had chronic constipation for twenty years.. I have tried everything. Zelmorm was the only thing I ever found that worked. As we all know they took it off the market in 2007.. I have been suffering ever since. Until now! I have only been on Linzess for two days and have had 3 bowl movements with no bad side effects. I'm excited about this new medicine. I'm hoping and praying it continues to work. Give it a try its definitely worth it. Good luck."


"Alleviated depression quickly.
Best antidepressant I have ever taken (Paxil, Wellbutrin, Prozac and Effexor).
Effexor was agreeable to me but extremely strong withdrawal (even when slowly decreasing dosage)."


"Please read! There are so many scary and terrible reviews on this drug. Before going on this drug, I read reviews and became stiff with anxiety. I actually took a brand names Zenatane, which is the same thing just a little cheaper. LIFE SAVER. I had to come on here and write a glowing review for everyone who was in the position I was before starting. My flare up began the summer of my senior year of high school and got so terrible when I moved away for college. It was so bad and I was so embarrassed that I moved back home. Huge hard cyst type zits all over my face with redness. No amount of makeup could hide it. I finally made the choice to just do this treatment. It's the best choice I have ever made. I have actually been off of it for almost two years now and still don't get much... a few every now and then but small and hardly ever. The side effects- NOT THAT BAD. Yes I had very dry eyes... but nothing some good drops couldn't fix. I also had a dry nose but nothing some good spray couldn't fix. Towards the end of my treatment I even started my outdoor college soccer practices. I was in the sun, I was running and out of breath, but everything was just fine! The worst part about this drug for me was taking the pills. I have a fear of swallowing pills but I did it with some yogurt and it's no big deal. Here's the thing... FOLLOW THE RULES. My sister took this before me. She ruined it for herself. She decided smoking while taking it is no big deal... wrong. It ruined her breathing to a point where she had to stop the drug... and her skin was much worse than mine. 5 years later she is on it again and doing great. So don't listen to all the scary reviews. You will be fine! You can manage the side effects. You can get more help from your Derm. YOU GOT THIS."


"Been on 50mg for 2 days now (started for a week on 25mg) and now that I take the higher dose my mood is a bit better but my social anxiety it loads better, the feeling of making people laugh is amazing when you are not afraid to speak,
although maybe not drink on this? I had 3 drinks and became so upset and depressed."


"Was prescribed the generic for Wellbutrin, and the first day I felt great. But when I woke up the next morning and went to school, I was dizzy, nauseous and anxious. I had to go home early, and it felt like I had zero energy. Barely left my bed. I took it again and symptoms didn't seem to ease up. Now on day 3 I have been throwing up, and weak. I didn't feel like I had depression before, just anxiety. Now I have symptoms of both. Pharmacy told me to stop taking it."


"I am 17 and have been on the shot for a year now. I already have 2 kids and this form of birth control seems to be very effective. I can't remember to take the pill so the shot is great for me. The only problem I have with it is I can't seem to lose the pregnancy weight from my second child. But I rate it a 10!"


"I found this the only thing that really helped me. Have been on 20mg on and off for past 7 years. Unfortunately my system has now built up a tolerance so I have to change but for anyone with anxiety or depression or panic attacks. Give this a go and give it time to work.
I had no luck on 10mg or 15mg but the 20mg was a life saver."


"I have had Irritable Bowel Syndrome-chronic constipation since 2001. I have been to hell and back. Been in the hospital SEVERAL times for being so "backed up". I have been on several different meds and OTC things for constipation. My gastro doc finally told me one of the reasons I suffer gas (can't burp) is because of being backed up. She put me on Miralax LONG term. I take it once a day. If you suffer or know anyone that does get on Miralax and never be without it."


"After biopsy revealed it was tiime to consider Hormone Therapy. I was started on Lupron.  I came back in for a three month check and my PSA had not changed that much and my Testosterone was still high. I did not want to add another pill to my "diet" so Urologist tried 3 months of Firmagon.  Wow!! PSA down huge and Dr says I'm completely Test-Suppressed."


"Update:  I'm on my 4th week of taking contrave 2 pills am and pm.  I didn't have any nausea weeks 1-3 so not sure if I need to be on 2 pills in am and 1 pm.  I have lost 11.3 lbs so far so that's great!  I do exercise some as well.  I'm grateful my insurance covers this at 100% as others stated it's an expensive rx."


"I have dealt with ups and downs, anxiety, social anxiety, depression etc. etc. for years.  My life overall is normal and I managed the episodes but I always knew they were there and didn't like feeling that way. I am married we have children combine that with everything else and it times it was just too much. The doctor suggested the Zoloft.  I was nervous at first and really didn't know what to expect. In fact I waited a month or two to even fill the prescription. The side effects  we're obvious at first. Dizziness, tired, minor confusion. I don't want to scare anyone because I still functioned , Still was able to work, I was able to take care of the kids,  everything was pretty much normal but I could tell my mind was a bit off.
After about a month the side effects faded away from me. After two months my mind became clear and my attitude towards life improved dramatically. Little things didn't bother me anymore. I started working out and that didn't bother me anymore. My wife would argue with me about normal marriage stuff but I wouldn't yell back. In fact I was able to see how foolish most of the fighting was and how pointless it was to yell back. My work life improved. My conversations with other people improved. I found myself more interested in what the person was saying and focusing more on what they were saying.
At a follow up visit with my doctor he asked if I'd like to stay on the medication. I told him that my life has never been better and my mind never more clear so why would I choose to stop. He agreed and was happy with my progress. He initially prescribed 100 mg but I found 50 works well for me at this point. So every night before bed I take my pill and wake up the next morning feeling ready to go instead of wanting to stay in bed.
For those just starting or thinking about starting this medication I can honestly tell you it has changed my life for the better. Initially it was rough but after a while all that fades and your left feeling really good. For me it took about two months for others it may take longer or shorter.
I hopes this helps as I read a lot about this medication prior to starting and found a lot of the write ups were negative. I honestly think those people may have other issues or conditions that this medication can't help or they may have not been able to get through the initial break in period."


"This is the best medicine for tension headaches bar none.  Big pharma has tried to get it banned for years because it is so cheap and effective which is a treat to their vastly over priced, dangerous and ineffective alternatives..  IF YOU HAVE HEADACHE OF ANY KIND, I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO TRY THIS MIRACLE (FOR ME) MEDICATION."


"I am on day 10 of taking Chantix.  It has slowly made cigarettes taste awful.  I feel like my mouth tastes like an ashtray.  Tomorrow is my quit day and I feel like I will do just fine as long as I keep taking the Chantix.

The side effects for so far, have included;

1. Weird dreams the first week or so.  (some examples: I stabbed someone & then the mafia chased me, I made out with a coworker, and I shot a man who was raping my friend.)

2. Slight nausea (note; I can't eat much in the morning, after eating more later I tend to feel better.)

3.  Everything seems to smell like b.o."


"It took a few days for me to feel any noticable difference. Once it worked its way into the system, it acted as described and provided relief with almost no side affects.  The one thing I can not stress more is to make sure it is taken consistently (same time every day) for maximum effect and relief."


"I started Biaxin for Bronchitis 3 nights ago. By the next day I noticed some improvement in my chest congestion, but it's been 3 days and I still have a congested cough. I would have thought it would be somewhat better by now. It's the weekend so there's not much I can do. If I still have the chest congestion on Monday I'm going back to the Dr. Overall though there is an improvement."


"I went on this BC because my insurance stopped covering Loestrin. So far I am on month 3, and I am trying to stick it out but it has been terrible. I usually get breakouts right before my period, now I have them constantly. I am  constantly depressed and fatigued beyond belief. I also have bloating, gained weight(though I admit there could be other causes as far as the weight is concerned), and I have constant cramping(though it is minor, it is daily and noticeable). I've also had severe migraines and I only just now put it together that the migraines started when I started this pill. Also I am 26,non-smoker and take the pill continuously(no periods)."


"It did stop the uncontrollable panic from post traumatic stress disorder, but the side effects were unbearable for me. I had loss of appetite, uncontrollable weight loss, stomach pain, memory loss, headaches, dizziness, urinary pain, thinning hair, bad acne, depression, and constipation. It was so difficult to taper without severe withdrawals that I needed a 6 month tapering schedule. My dose was 1mg twice daily. I find that Valium or Xanax have less side effects."


"Works instant, better than any other meds"


"OMG!! I've been taking singulair for one week. I haven't received my advair from the mail order pharmacy....but, singulair is a miracle. I had shortness of breath (SOB) and tight  chest - it felt like I was having angina. Really after the 1st dose I noticed I coughed less. Today I walked all the way from the back parking lot to my floor without stopping or SOB.  Didn't even have to use my inhaler. Amazing!"


"Have applied for three weeks once a day. Increased to twice this last week. MY face is quite red and sore and I am amazed at how many spots have come out. Will continue for a few more days. This site has encouraged me. I wasn't sure whether to keep going."


"Helps with maintenance and if I forget to take it, it usually starts working relatively quickly after I have taken my normal dosage."


"I took 5mg for three weeks and the upped the dosage to10mg. That was 7 weeks ago. I had very few side effects with the initial start up or when the dosage was upped. The reason I upped the dosage was because I read where 5mg was not therapeutic. My anxiety has disappeared completely. However, I am having a problem with the fatigue. I am going to talk with doctor about taking it at night instead of morning. Possibly need to lower the dosage. My biggest fear is insomnia. I can deal with other side effects but insomnia makes me crazy. The fatigue is not every day but hit bad this afternoon. I am also weaning off clonazepam. I took .5 every other day for four months. This month was .25 every third day. Next month .25 every fourth day."


"I have 7 Immediate Family members that had Alzheimer's and died except my younger sister, Debra Age 61. She resides in a Nursing Home and was admitted 1/13/13. My Dr. put me on the Exelon Patch around that time. I have enjoyed extra energy. I have been diagnosed with mild cognitive loss. I am 63. No adverse side effects from the Exelon Patch. Don't like black gummy circle it leaves on skin.  9/20/2015, I went to my Pharmacy for my Exelon Patch. The script they gave me was for Rivastigmine, with bright RED sticker: A GENERIC EQUIVALENT DRUG has been dispensed of the same QUALITY and at a LOWER PRICE. UNTRUE. It falls off and sticks to clothes. 1st script at generic price, 2nd and on full price of EXELON. Ins won't pay"


"I am stopping this pill today. I used to take Ortho Tricyclen Lo. Took it from age 16 to 27 but Planned Parenthood decided to stop carrying it so they told me this one was the next best thing they carry. I expected my body to be a little out of whack the first month or 2 but this is ridiculous. I've held out for 5 months hoping I would eventually adjust. Every month my periods have been all over the place starting anywhere from a week early to 3 weeks early with every single pill taken at night right on schedule!. Also heavier bleeding, intense cramps, intense breast tenderness, breakouts on chest and shoulders, no sex drive at all, lethargy. I am done. I'll pay more to get ortho from a regular pharmacy I cannot do this to myself anymore."


"Lamictal has done so much good for me, especially now that it's being combined with a low dose of Zoloft. I'm not depressed, I'm not manic. I'm just content with life now. My only complaint is that it can reduce the effectiveness of the birth control pill. The risk of pregnancy is a non-issue for me right now, but in the future, I really don't want to take that risk. But overall, I'm very happy with it."


"Really wish I would have read the reviews before I bought it. The most horrible experience ever! First and last time using it! I hate medicines that are counter- productive. Before I started taking this I merely was uncomfortable and now I have full on pain. The itch is unbearable. I had to attempt to wash it out but even that didn't fully work. Moral of the story....always read the reviews "


"My husband just completed a 3 year study. He had significant improvement. He was able to read several new lines on the eye chart. Initially when we started we had only hoped to stabilize and prevent further loss of vision. It was a blessing to have so much improvement. The shots do hurt and sometimes cause a very bloodshot eye, better that though than vision loss caused by laser treatment."


"I took Wellbutrin for about 8 years, it was wonderful, kept me motivated, optimistic, helped me lose a bunch of weight but I think it caused my tinnitus so I'm switching to Prozac."


"I like the convenience of it being a pill.  The other medications I've taken for ME have been injections.  Problems I'm having are thinning hair & hair loss."


"Was on victoza 4 years ago and lost about 48 pounds, had an A1C of 6.8-7.1.  Switched insurances to one that didn't cover victoza.  Had to go on insulin instead, 70/30 55 units before breakfast and dinner.  So I gained back 40 pounds in about 10 months, A1C has been as high as 11.2 and as low as 8.0.  Have had to deal with hypoglycemia several times.    Just got new insurance this month, began Victoza last Thursday, and took my insulin that day, too.  Glucose dropped from high 200s average to having a 104 and a 118 that day!!  I haven't seen numbers like that in a couple of years!  Friday, I skipped my insulin dose.  glucoses are staying in the 100s, appetite is much less, and I am INSULIN FREE, which will help in so many ways!"


"Update:
I have been on Abilify 2 mg. And 45mg Remeron three months and still doing good. Have gained 10 pounds but needed it. A little tired at times, but we'll worth it. No sexual side effects.
Hoping for long term success!"


"Definately works on nasal and ocular symptoms and works really fast!!!!"


"I got Implanon because my best friend recommended it to me because she had no problems with it. Me on the other hand had all the problems in the world. Some days I would just be crying and couldn't understand why, or I had really bad back pains. I had frequent headaches, and no appetite. I also bled almost everyday I had it. I felt like I was on my cycle for 3 weeks and off for 1 week. It was crazy. Don't use my rating to decide if you are going to use it because everyone is different. "


"I had my gall bladder removed in 2007. Afterwards life was miserable! My GI dr had no real explanation and after few tests put me on cholestramine powder and life was good. But after 10 years and i am someone  who travels frequently and also a volunteer firefighter it was bothersome to have a juice and bottle to mix the powder every morning. Also the meds didnt always provide 24 hr relief if i wasnt able to take dose at the same time everyday. I finally checked on welchol and although pricey after just 2 wks and 1 pill daily its almost like a miracle pill!! I can now say life is great!! No break through random episodes of diarrhea!!! Im now more relaxed to travel and enjoy not worrying if ill have an accident!!!!"


"I have had the Implanon for almost 3 years. It's almost time to have it taken out. I have loved Implanon all 3 years. I have only had spotting when I was extremely stressed, other than that, no periods, no mood swings, no side effects. It's great for busy people who can't remember a pill. If I wasn't planning on conceiving in the next year, I would get another one. The only downfall is you have to be certain you want it, being as it is a surgical procedure to put it in and take it out. Which by the way was not bad at all. They numb you up and all you feel is slight pressure. Before you know it, it's finished. I recommend Implanon to all my friends who need birth control."


"This drug works great"


"Requip was prescribed for me for "break-through" symptoms related Parkinson's Disease.  I could not tell that it made any difference at all."


"No periods in three years. Doctor said this is a side effect. Worked incredibly well for me. Have just got another inserted."


"I don't know if it's me or what but I was given Demerol (along with Vistaril and Vicodin) after my ankle surgery and it hasn't helped at all. I was admitted to the hospital twice where I received Dilaudid. That did the trick. I had a screw removed from my ankle, which had shattered and the doctor drilled through my fibula bone. After I was released, I was given Vicodin to be taken one hour after my Demerol and Vistaril. That seemed to work. I was surprised that the Demerol needed a "kick" so to speak. I would definitely ask my doctor for something more again if I ever had to go back on it."


"I'm not one for hyperbole but genuinely think its a miracle.

I've just had a proper good sneeze. Full inhalation, full 'James Brown' "Owwww!" At the end.

First time in over a year not been halted mid-sneeze by the pain of the inhalation or having had to control the sneeze to a mild 'heeewwwwww-Ouch'

Sounds ridiculous to those who've never felt that way, but in addition to the normal yada-yada-yada of  being able to stand up and walk etc a proper sneeze or laugh or cough is priceless."


"Been using a couple times a week for 4 years for DDD pain.  Some days it works, some days it doesn't. No side effects."


"I'm using Canesten which uses Clotrimazole instead of Miconazole and having the same reaction listed below. Woke up in the middle of the night with terrible burning.  This can't be good."


"I had very little side effects, yawned a lot and dry mouth but the difference in my mind and wellbeing was significant.  I am so much better, I have hope, enthusiasm, my concentration is back, I am sleeping all night now, rarely wake up and if I do I can get back to sleep.  I really appreciate what this drug has given me back."


"I've had this birth control since April 2013 and I have not had a single period. I've spotted a couple of times but never an actual period. I also notice a significant weight gain was wondering if it's because I don't get a period and what can I do? Other than that it's the best birth control I've used."


"Ahhh LUNESTA! I absolutely love this stuff. I started taking it when I was put on an anti depressant that gave me severe insomnia as a side effect. That went away as my body got used to the AD, but I do get insomnia here and there and Lunesta is my drug of choice. I used to use either Benadryl or Melatonin for my occasional insomnia, however, I find Lunesta is the best at putting you in a nice peaceful sleep, and not make you too groggy in the morning. Most people criticize Lunesta for it's "metallic" taste, but I have a ridiculously simple solution: Don't let the pill touch your tongue! I fill my mouth with water first, push the pill through my closed lips, and then swallow. Never had the bad taste since doing that! Try it out!!"


"I have been having recurring urinary tract infection and was put on Cipro....not working also bladder feels like it's not emptying."


"My arm was bruised after getting the implant for about a week, my period came whenever it wanted and stayed for up to 14 days at a time. After about 6 months my period had completely gone away. I had horrible hormonal changes and mood changes, I gained almost 50 pounds very quickly after getting the implant inserted.  This birth control is UP TO 3 years, after two and a half years I got pregnant. I knew it had worn off because I lost weight and felt more like myself. After finding out I was pregnant I made an appointment to get the implant removed so I could have a normal pregnancy. But I ended up having a miscarriage from the implant before I could get it removed. A big weight was lifted off my shoulders after getting it removed"


"I have been taking Trulicity for 6 months.
I started on the lowest dose for 2 months then increased to a double dose for the next 4 months. I thought it was working great until 2 days ago and I got numbers in the mid 500's the past 2 days. Talked to another person using Trulicity also and the same thing happened to him. Neither one of have changed our diet or have done anything differently. It's a mystery.  I'm wondering this was a bad batch or if it just stops working after a while. At $250 a month I can't afford something that works this ineffectively. Any others have this problem?"


"I also have a long family line of bad skin. My doctor put my on Retin-A and Yasmin and my skin has never looked better!! I now get compliments on my skin. Yasmin rules!!"


"I had mine put in July 2009. I love it because my sex drive is way up. I don't have to worry about taking a pill and I don't have to use condoms with my husband. I haven't had any side effects. It actually helped me lose my baby weight. I would recommend this to anyone. Its a really great product A   ."


"I started out on Yaz and Yasmin. I have been losing my hair ever since. Suddenly I was switched to Ocella with no warning. I experienced the most beautiful skin and 2 day periods, but the hair loss did not stop. I was tested for PCOS but that's a negative. I have not experienced nausea, headaches, and definitely no decrease in sex drive. My PMS has always been terrible and that hasn't changed either way. I asked my doctor about the hair loss and was told that it could not be the birth control. Unfortunately I lost my job and my insurance. I was without birth control for 4 months. During that time my hair started to grow back. I am now back on Ocella and my hair is still growing back. I am 30 yrs old, I have been taking Ocella since it came out. I'm a fan."


"I had unprotected sex on Friday. I took the pill around noon the next day. The next few days were unbearable and I spent each minute overwhelmed with anxiety and panic. Six days after I took the pill, I finally got my period. This experience has made me realize how important it is to practice safe sex.  If you are freaking out like I was about not getting your period, PLEASE do yourself a favor just don't psych yourself out. Until your period comes, there's nothing you can do but wait. "


"I have been on Topamax twice now. I don’t typically write reviews for medications, in fact, I never have.

I took Topamax at 100mg along with Lamicital 100mg for Bipolar, I slowly titrated off my meds because my doctor and I thought I possibly could function without them. Bad idea. I spiralled into a terrible manic episode where I was sleeping less than 2 hours a night, even on high doses of Ambien and Lunesta.

I finally was put back on Topamax 200mg this time and it has saved my life. I feel better than ever. Initially I was put back on 100 mg and I felt better, began sleeping 3-4 hours a night within a week. Went up to 200 mg and within 2 days was sleeping 9 hours a night and my racing thoughts and anxiety had completely gone away"


"I have been on Arimidex for 4 years 4 months. I have had the hot flashes, vision issues, bone density weakening, joint pain and stiffness, depression, mood changes, insomnia, back and bone pain, thinning nails (of already thin nails), weakness in hands and now, my hair in breaking off and drying out. My doctor wants me to hold on to the end of the 5 years. Not sure I can."


"It worked great for 12 years. Than I decided to stop taking it and deal with some emotional issues. Bad idea. Incredibly difficult to get off of. Nausea for a month and after that I was dizzy for another month. Fell into a horrible depression, saw and felt the gates of hell. Ironically, I'm now taking 3 drugs to deal with my depression, lexapro, lamictal, and seroquel. Dealing with my emotional issues, but I definitley would do things differently if had to do it over."


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"I first started taking this when I was 18. After taking it for over a year and still not having my periods regulated I decided to get off of it. I got on it again a year and a half ago (I'm 21 now) and I'm still not pleased with it. If I forget to take a pill one day I'll spot for up to a week. My periods are really light every 3 months, but they can last up to 2 weeks. I've gained 10 lbs while being on it. I'm just finishing up my last pack and am getting back on Yaz."


"Overall this medication has been absolutely wonderful.  Our 12 year old son was diagnosed at age 7 with ADHD. We did try another medicine, but it stopped working after about 2 years. We have been on the Focalin XR since.  Our son takes 25 mg, 2 times daily about 6 hours apart. It has helped a ton. He does have the appetite issue, but we are sustaining it, and when it wears off at nite, he eats great. The mornings are the worst part before the medicine kicks in.  Our son has improved so much in school and in his extra curricular activities.  He is a total joy when the medication is working. We do try and give him "drug vacations" on the weekends and during the summer which helps maintain his weight."


"Chantix is amazing. I got whooping cough & had to quit. I had tried everything to quit prior to getting whooping cough, but nothing worked. Chantix did. It massively decreases the urge to smoke. Love this. For all those claiming to experience nausea with Chantix, I did too until I started taking Chantix after eating and with a full glass of milk. Take your Chantix with food/milk & this should eliminate the nausea side effect completely. That's how I take Chantix and I no longer experience nausea. I also experience intense dreams, but they're not nightmarish, just very wild, illogical, and just plain silly dreams!"


Herpes Simplex, Mucocutaneous/Immunocompetent Host

"This works great, if I catch it in time (I am usually able too) there are no visible symptoms.  If I am little late (rarely) outbreaks are small and brief."


"I have been taking Yasmin for the past month due to my dermatologist's recommendation to my mild-severe acne condition. I had never taken any form of birth control before so I had been warned about nausea, headaches etc. However, to this day, I have yet to feel any of those symptoms. I began on the Sunday method and so far I haven't forgotten a day. However, since the first week, my acne condition has totally accelerated for the worst. Where I used to be clear, I now breakout daily. I continue to wash and treat with my doctor's recommendation daily/twice daily, and yet no results. It's aggravating, but I am hopeful that this will only be a phase and soon everything will improve."


"Tried Tylenol with codeine, physical therapy (14 sessions), and cortisone injection directly into left sacroiliac joint.  No relief from severe night pain in left lower back and buttocks until Celebrex.  2 days of 2 pills/day, no more pain.  A true miracle!  I feel like 'me' again!"


"I use klonopin for panic disorder and RLS.  It works amazingly for my panic, but it has actually worsened my RLS!  It does make me sleepy, but every time I'm about to doze off, the kicking and terrible feelings come back in my legs.  I can't stop moving them for at least an hour.  I'm glad it works for some people, but it doesn't work for me. I'm on 2 mg a day."


"Initially I started taking Citalopram because I began feeling depressed, first 10mg and then 20mg. As the months passed and the side effects diminished I noticed improvement with self-esteem and I began to realized how severely obsessive compulsive about things I was. What was so strange I could even feel tension leaving my neck and shoulders that I hadn't noticed before. My emotions no longer control me and I am not paranoid. I never realized how tense and anxious I was about almost everything. My only regret is waiting so long to get help. I didn't even realize that depression was only one area that I needed help in. I've given the boot to negativity, and I am feeling confident that I am on the right track now."


"Very sick and dizziness"


"I've had Kyleena for about 10 days, and I can't say enough good things! My insertion experience was much less painful than I expected (I'm 30 y/o, no kids). I took 550 mg of naproxen an hour before insertion, and I only had two sharp cramps, both of which only lasted a few seconds. I had some moderate cramping that evening, and otherwise it's been great! I'm expecting my first period with it in the next day or so, and I'm having more cramping than usual, but I understand that's pretty normal for your first period with an IUD. Don't let nerves dissuade you from getting one!"


"I am fighting constant itching on arms. I can't stop itching. is this common"


"Periods now occur on-time, every month (sometimes I don't have one, but generally I do), whereas before I never knew when it was coming and went as long as six months without one only to have the bathroom looking like a horror film for weeks on end when it finally came.

My facial hair hasn't gone away, although I have noticed the stuff that grows back isn't as bristly."


"Started taking this when I found out I inherited my Dad's crazy cholesterol issues.  I was only mildly overweight at 5'7" and 170lbs.  In the past 6 months I've dropped down to 140lbs without changing anything.  Stayed on the lowest dose.  Only side effect is tingling in hands now and then.  Cholesterol issues are now gone and I get non stop questions about this medication.  I can't say anything bad about it.  If you don't have a secondary condition where you insurance will help pay for it, it is quite pricey however."


"Had really bad sinus infection, tried Augmentin - didn't help. After that my dr prescribed Ambroxol AL (available in Germany - combination of ambroxol hydrochloride (secretolytic agent for mucus) and doxycycline 100 mg - after only two days I started feeling much better - my nose and ears were clear and I felt much better in general. No side effects, since I took it after meal (not on empty stomach)."


"Suprep tastes BAD. The worst part was choking it down. It smells like cherry cough medicine & tastes like hell - sweet but vile & nothing like cherries -nor did I find it salty - just VILE. I wish it had a lemon citrus flavor as I think that would have been easier to take. I tried mixing it with very cold water for the first dose and it gave me cramps and I felt ice cold and really nauseous. I had to chew some mint gum to keep from throwing it up. Within 20 minutes it was working - and by 1 and a half hours it was done. I did the 2nd dose at 5am and mixed it with room temp water and it was just as hard to choke down but I had no cramping or cold sweats. Everything was easy and it seems to have done its work quickly and stopped. I feel fine."


"after 18 if 24 wks on Harvoni I had to stop treatment.

Had second gastric bleed due to required reduction of Protonix meds.

My kidneys declined 5 mo steadily to alarming 4b status.

New rounds of fatigue and painful joints & muscle cramps.

After 2 wks I'm finally having more good than bad days and mental clarity improving

I only hope my next test still shows remission."


"Horrible side effects;  irritability, headaches, malaise, did not help me with depression as a result."


"Works great and fast"


"Hi. I am diagnosed with MDD, GAD panic disorder w/ agoraphobia, and borderline personality. I currently take Prozac/Fluoxetine 20mg a day, Klonopin/Clonazepam 1mg twice a day. I have always had trouble sleeping due to my conditions, especially anxiety. I have tried ambien,  seroquel, remeron and Restoril.  I got prescribed trazodone when I went to rehab for Heroin. I'm now 1 1/2 years clean, and trazodone has been a miracle. I take 100mg of it at bedtime, and it makes very relaxed and sleepy. I sleep for 6-8 hours, it boosts my Prozac to work even better, and it gives me back my sex drive. Only cons are it's a little rough starting it, and it gives you dry sinuses. I would really recommend to any insomniac who also has depression/anxiety."


"I was afraid to try this stuff, but not so bad. Just finished my first round- 2nd round 3:00 am! The good thing about it is that it works without cramping. I didn't even have to race to the bathroom. I put both bottles in the fridge yesterday. I bought 2 bottles of Mexican coca-cola and opened them up and put them in Mason jars to let them get flat and chill. I mixed the 6 ounce of Suprep with 10 ounces of Mexican cola. My instructions said to drink 4 ounces every 10 minutes. I held my nose and used a Bubble Tea straw. The stuff tastes like salty metal but it was tolerable. Bit into a lemon slice after each 4 ounces. The lemon takes away the taste. After I finished drinking the Suprep I was instructed to have 32 ounces of clear liquid, too."


"Works better than Oxycontin. I have chronic chest pain from pluracy and this medicine allows me to be pain free most of the time. Recently I ran out for 3 days and I had terrible withdrawal symptoms. I have been on it for 2 years and I don't abuse it. I only take 1/2 a pill about 6 or 7 times a day to decrease the sleepiness. It like all other controlled drugs is a double edged sword so be careful of withdrawal. "


"Atripla made my treatment very easy, and I'm undetectable for over 3 years now with minimal side effects such as headaches that are a little more frequent."


"I was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 7. I started with Concerta to treat it but as time went on the side effects and the dosage being 135mg was getting annoying. I have noticed that Focalin XR has fewer side effects than Concerta. Also, I eat a good deal more and I can sleep when taking it. I also read in the comments that the maximum dosage is 20mg? I take 35mg and will probably up my dose. Other than that it is a very good medication."


"I have been taking Seroquel For a while now, A side from being extremely hungry when I wake up, groggy, and the weight gain. It is a really good sleep aid. I am currently on 200mg. Not only am I less stressed and anxious but it slows me down to a point where I can actually think clearly rather than having racing thoughts and it tones down the late night activity greatly. I still work out and am very active but it is a lot less extreme thanks to Seroquel."


"I have been on Venlafaxine for 20  years started on the tablet then changed to the MR capsules. nearly gave up on them as side effects were bad but stuck with them and they were a hugh help specially the slow release capsules, now however my gp change me back to the tablets as the capsules were too expensive for the practise to prescribe. I'm now on 75mg twice a day and I'm finding that for a couple of hours after taking I'm on a high and everything is right with the world but the hours between are really bad, also if you forget to take a tablet the withdraw symtoms are horrific stomach cramps, vomiting, migraine headache, shakes to name a few.  No such problem with the slow release capsules so if your Dr prescribes venlafaxine ask for the MR"


"I have been using this since Nov. 2013 I have a love hate relationship with it. 1st let me say it does prevent pregnancy well. BUT... like I said I have had it for 2 years... The 1st year was crazy bleeding and very VERY painful back pains (I still have back pains to this day). Sometimes 2 weeks every month. I never skipped/ missed a period. It took maybe 8 months to regulate. After six months of being a regular cycle (lasting 4-6 days a month), the crazy bleeding came back. April 2015 my cycle lasted 16 days. I the spoke to my OB and gave me BC pills for a month to help reset my system and help with the back pains. Didn't really help much. Now Oct 2015 I have had 2 cycles this month, Throwing up, Headaches, BAD acne, Sore breast!"


"Had a chronic cough for 1 month  that over the counter medicines wouldn't stop and even prescription syrups wouldn't stop. I went through 4 bottles of syrup before going on Tussicaps - stopped my cough in less than 24 hours. It came with a side effect of drowsiness which was fine for me because I hadn't slept in over a month due to the cough. Great medication."


"Experienced extreme hair loss. At first sex drive was through the roof. After six months it dropped to zero. I have lost at least 1/3 of my hair and started having really bad cramping and abdominal pain. It comes out on Monday thank goodness. Would NOT recommend this but everyone is different."


"I have generalized anxiety and panic disorder, I have since I was a teenager. In the past, I took Xanax as needed but it sometimes made me depressed and I worried about developing a tolerance or addiction. After less than a month on Buspar, I have already seen a major improvement. I ruminate less, my body is less tense, I am considerably less fearful (which is saying a lot because I was becoming fearful of leaving the house), I am able to tolerate stressors in a rational way, I am no longer depressed. What remains of my anxiety is manageable and it no longer interferes with my life. I began on 10mg and after a couple weeks bumped up to 15mg. I experienced insomnia the first couple days but that went away. Take with food for nausea. "


"I have Crohn's disease & was prescribed metoclopramide a while ago for nausea. However I've not felt nauseous for a while. Last night I felt awful & remembered I had these tabs. I took one 10mg tablet. It did stop the nausea & I didn't vomit but I had the worst nights sleep with hallucinatory dreams, feelings of anxiety & restlessness. I have been in bed all day today feeling drained but still restless."


"I had paragard placed over 2 years ago after constantly experiencing negative side effects from ALL other forms of birth control.
Insertion was awful. AWFUL. It felt like I was in labor all over again and missed a day and a half of work because of how severe the cramps were.  The side effects I noticed right away were VERY heavy periods and VERY painful cramps. Then, within a year, I noticed I had become very restless, moody, low energy, and constantly bloated. Thinning hair, tired, some weight gain and unable to sleep.
I just had my paragard removed over a week ago and already notice a huge, positive difference in my body and mind!!! I didn't hate paragard, but definitely won't get it again."


"Took the diflucan one dose on monday night its now thursday and I still have the infection and am still itchy. This is on top of canestine for the outer symptoms. Have to go back to chemist and try something else. Waste of $20 :("


"I had my Mirena inserted Friday, 3/27/15 (27 year old, parous female), by a very competent doctor. Cramps were intense during measuring and insertion to the point where I almost felt faint. I didn’t take much ibuprofen prior to the procedure, which could have eased some of the pain. Manageable cramps and light spotting followed the appointment. Saturday, some cramps, hardly any spotting. Sunday, there was nothing at all. It may be that I’m already anticipating the relief from not being on my previous bc (gave me irrepressible emotional issues), but I finally feel normal again. Please do not let negative review-laden forum(s) dictate your healthcare decisions for you."


"I've used Lexapro on and off for a few years and it has been great.  When getting onto the drug the side effects are minimal and were completely gone for me in a short period.  Good exercise nutrition are also essential for depression or anxiety."


"I am SO happy with this medication! I've struggled with chronic constipation for so long I forgot what it feels like to have a "normal" BM. My constipation was so bad that I've had frequent visits to the ER for severe abdominal cramps (comparable to labor pains), and each time I was told I had severely dilated colon and impaction. I've been on lactulose, Mirilax, Go-lytly, laxative teas, and even drinking a bottle of Magnesium-Citrate. NOTHING worked. Now I'm on a daily dose of Linzess and I HAVE to share my success story with others. It worked! And I couldn't be happier!"


"I also have knee pain, shoulder pain, elbow and hand and finger pain.  Norco seems to work best on the knee pain."


"I've started Escitalopram 10mg 2 weeks ago and felt great on day 3 & 4, after that It stopped working. I'm having a hard time dealing with that, because the feeling It gave me on day 3&4 was the best I've felt all my life. I upped the dose to 20mg now it's day 3 on 20mg and still nothing."


"I had a hysterectomy in 1998 and was on Premarin 0.0625 for many years then Doctor decided not good to prescribe anymore. I was so very miserable! If have to live like that -don't want to. It was terrible. No doctor knows your body like you do! And just for the record, one of my sisters is 73 yrs old aznd still has terrible hot flashes! Sometimes it looks as if she just stepped out of the shower! My mother was the same way! I am not willing to live like that! There are pro's and con's on everything!"


"I've been a active alcoholic for 10 years. Started socially. I went through treatment once and relapsed. Alcoholism for me has given me depression, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, stress, and the worse of them all racing thoughts. Classic right? I'm on day 4, but noticed the difference RIGHT away. It made me a bit queasy and in a daze of some sort, but I slept wonderfully and woke up at EASE and I have been everyday since I started. I have NO cravings whatsoever for alcohol, the thought of it actually repulses me. Anyways, I agree with everyone saying that this medication is God sent. Remaining steady with my thoughts has helped me already socially, with my kids and my job. I have happy tears to of finally found something that held onto me for YEARS"


"Two weeks ago my boyfriend and I had a condom slip, we both panicked. I am no longer on birth control so there was a problem! I took Plan B about 22 hours after the incident. I only got minor side cramps and back aches. It was a long wait but after 6 days I got my period! And I am over the "weight limit" that people say it won't work because of. But it does! I am writing this for all of you scared thinking this pill doesn't work, don't sweat it. Relax, it really is magic"


"I am 33 and and using Retin A. I have found the product to work wonders while using antibiotics as well. The cell turn over rate is so much faster and heals the acne like nothing I have seen. There is some dryness in areas, but overall has been my magic in a tube. LOVE IT!"


"I started this last week because doctor recommended it, they recommend it cuz I've had horrid anxiety and panic attacks. This has helped me & has calmed down my nerves so much and I'm on the lowest dose. To best honest I'm gonna stay on the lowest dose because this medication makes you feel really floaty and like stuff kinda goes in slow motion, is the only way I can explain it. Hopefully this helped someone."


"In the beginning it worked fine, I was switched to it because Ortho Tri-cyclen was getting costly and some of the other genetics were making me constipated. . .joy. Anyways I have been on Tri-Sprintec for almost a year and it doesn't regulate my periods in fact I seem to be getting periods whenever the heck it please and they last forever. My normal cycle is 3 days and I always knew by
Thursday of the sugar pills it was coming but this pill just doesn't seem to be working. On top of that I'm always nauseated, sometimes I get extremely depressed for no reason. I have panic attacks and just feel horrible at the most random times. I can't wait to switch."


"I have had the Oxytrol patch on for only about 24 hours and understand that it takes between 24 and 48 hours to notice any improvement, so I have noticed no improvement yet. It does not stick well and I have had to put adhesive tape around the edges of the patch to keep it on.   I don't know if I picked a bad spot (middle of my stomach) but certain ways it turn, it seems to pinch.  I used nicotine patches years ago and it seems that if these patches were smaller and less rigid, they might adhere a little better.  I like the idea of a patch lasting 3-4 days, but I would prefer using one smaller patch a day if they stuck to the skin better."


"I have been on Westhroid for two weeks versus Synthroid off and on for four years. I was diagnosed with Hashimotos this month.  Westhroid had me feeling like myself within a week. Synthroid had me miserable, nauseous, constant headaches. Westhroid is for me.
I am glad I went the biologic way and I am taking my health back."


"I've being taking Synthroid for 3 years now. It was hard to reach the right dosage since I used to take Puran T4 (NOT marketed in the USA) 75 mg and had to adjust the Synthroid to 100mg instead. I've being feeling great since!"


"I have had sleep problems for twenty years now due to pressure of work & probably a predispostion to insomnia. Have used various sleep aids benzodiazepines, diphenhydramine, etc. I am affected by both difficulty going to sleep & staying asleep. Recent reports concerning sleep aids & Alzheimers put me off using. Melatonin not implicated as far as I know so I have turned back to that!! Dosage 6mg slow release one hour before bedtime. As on previous occasions it is mild with no noticeable side effects. Worth a try!"


"I am 27 years old and have had fibromyalgia for 5 years.  I've been to many drs and always left feeling crazy or like they didn't believe me, "I was too young to feel that way."  I've tried numerous drugs related to fibro and nothing has helped.  I felt as if I was getting worse and got almost every side effect of each drug I tried.  I was giving up.  I switched to a new doctor last year and she is amazing.  She hasn't given up on me.  She told me about Savella and asked if I'd be her guinea pig.  This drug has changed my life!  I can get through the day normally now.  At first, I had some hot flashes and nausea but they subsided after a few weeks.  I still have a little pain but nothing like it was.  I am so thankful for my doctor and Savella."


"This is a miracle for me. I "throw my back out" about once a year. When I do it I am out of commission. Only 1 or 2 positions are tolerable and those require laying down. After 2 days of the dose pack I can walk again. After 3 or 4 days I am pretty much back to normal. My only issue with this is I have to get a script from the doctor. This usually leaves me at least one day on my couch in immobilizing pain. I wish I could keep a few of these packs on hand for emergency purposes."


"I have used the paragard twice now. The first time I had it inserted was a month or so postpartum. The insertion was painful of course and I ended up hyperventilating due to the pain. The device was very effective though and I didn't get pregnant the whole time I was on it. I had regular periods, but of course they were heavier than normal and more painful than normal. As time went on the periods got more and more painful. I started having severe back pain. I'd get these horrid back cramps that got worse and worse every period. Eventually I couldn't take it anymore and had it removed. I just used condoms for a while afterwards. A few years later I decided to give it another shot. My experience was Identical again and I had it removed again."


"I have been taking Actos 15mg for about a month now, no ill effects like I feared. I keep watch for edema and so far nothing. My insurance would not cover the Januvia I used to be on- and for me Actos works better. My numbers are normal now (90-140) and they were high normal on the Januvia. I would recommend this medicine to people who cannot afford the DDP-4 (Januvia class) drugs."


"It made me feel like my heart was going blow out of my chest."


"I had a choice of going to the ER or taking the pill. I took the pill and 30 minutess later the pain was gone. Then came the side effects, weak, pressure in the shoulders, speech and memory were difficult and little pressure in the chest. All were gone in less than an hour. I was so happy with the results. Living without migraines is priceless to me."


"Despite my weight/exercise habits, I have genetically high blood pressure and cannot take birth control with estrogen.

The first two injections are the most difficult due to the spotting and bloating - seems to be the case for many. What I found to help is incorporating a large amount of soy/flaxseed into my diet - it completely stopped the spotting. I suppose the plant estrogens in both help when you're not getting estrogen from BC.

I haven't experienced any moodiness or hair loss like some complain about.

I take extra calcium/magnesium/vitamin D as bone density is a concern on this shot long term."


"Started up Zyprexa 5mg along with 80mg of Prozac and 200 mg of lamctiI don't remember the last time I have felt this good.My family feels like they are living with a different person.I feel like a different person.My does of Prozac was upped and the lamctiI the same day they added Zyprexa.I feel wonderful but gaining weight.Even if my stomach feels full and bloated I sometimes still want to eat.Afraid to stop the Zyprexa because my life was a living hell for me and everybody in it.I never want to go back there.I could not survive such a deep dark depression again.I used to believe all the good years were gone and I was just existing.But I am living and loving it!!!!But extremely worried about the weight gain.Already have type 2 diabetes."


"I got the nexplanon in June 2016. I experience a few headaches and abdominal pain.

Today is July 19, 2016 and just got my period.. But its very light. Nothing heavy.

I'm drinking advil to calm the crams and make it my period stop. It really helps."


"I had my first Lupron shot on August 10, 2012.  I started bleeding August 21, and it is now September 29 and have been bleeding ever since.  I've had a problem with anemia due to two fibroids.  I had my second Lupron shot on September 10.  I'm not sure I should continue this because I'm scared I won't be able to have surgery on November 2 due to anemia caused by blood loss.  Overall, Lupron is not working for me."


"Overall no major side effects but I do think I've gained weight. I am very active -strength train 5 days/week & run 20km per week and eat quite healthy around 1500 calories/day and cannot shed this extra 10 lbs. I think it's the Zarah. As far as acne goes, I have mild acne & have not noticed an improvement."


"I have started taken yasmin after reading reviews about how good it is for acne and PMS , and I had very frequent periods that I needed to regulate ,   but soon after taking the 1st tablet I had severe nausea that lasted all day , 3 days down the line I became very low in mood , I was very tearful , the slightest things would irritate me , I had never felt like this in ages, I was  taking accutane at the same time , so I attributed the low mood to accutane. Since I couldn't tolerate the severe nausea , I stopped taking yasmin and strangely my mood suddenly changed , I was no longer depressed or tearful and I was still on accutane. I think people react differently to medications , but I am sure yasmin wasn't the right OCP for me."


"I suffer from depression. This drug not only worked quickly, but didn't have any of the sexual side effects I was concerned about in other types of anti-depressants. It also helped concentration. I've heard horror stories in psychology literature and through friends about anti-depressants causing more depression than originally because of the substantial changes in personality. Wellbutrin did none of that for me, I would recommend it to anyone suffering from depression."


"Have had sleep problems for 30 years or more.Of all the meds that the doc's gave me  I do think the temazepam 30 mg works best for me. As some others have said that it should be taken at bedtime...not be on computer or tv..i will nod with the tv on but find that i fall in to a more restful sleep when i turn it off. Also for me it does not last long. 2 or 3 hours. I don't take extra doses to get back to sleep .Have been taking this for 5 years with no brain fog in the morning. Occasionally i substitute Ativan for a short time and then go back to taking temazepam . For me this seems to work well and the temazepam seems to remain quite effective."


"Nexplanon was overall good. I got lucky and my periods stopped right after insertion, which was amazing. However, the implant made my almost-perfect skin significantly break out. As a birth control method, the implant was very effective, but sometimes my arm would randomly hurt around where it was placed."


"This drug has helped me a lot. I have a very dry mouth from it but it is helping so well that I over look the dry mouth."


"I have been trying other medications to no avail.  Talconex is truly amazing."


"So it's been about 2 months now. And through the entire experience I haven't had any side effects. I just had blood work done about a week ago and am awaiting to see where my viral load is at. So I'll post again when I find out."


"If you cant find it anymore Check out the ingredients of:
CLEAR EYES "MAXIMUM Redness Relief" (ONLY)
not the other CLEAR EYES eye drops
The ingredients are almost identical."


"I have chronic migraines and am on all types of medicine for them. Sometimes every month or so I get one that'll last a week. Yes a week. And I go to my primary doctor and he give me Nubain. It really is a wonderful drug for migraines I have been using it for three years now. It's completely non addicting. And it takes away my severe migraine in just 15 minutes . Weeks of pain gone after one shot ."


"Been diagnosed with Hashimoto's for over a decade, and started out taking 90 mcg of levothyroxine.  As my disease progressed I had to take more and more, and was up to 150 mcg when I started feeling bad: sick and depressed had trouble sleeping.  Blood tests showed that my t3's were low, and I had been flogging my t4's to produce more t3's.  This may be one of the symptoms of Hashimoto's: an inability to convert t4 into t3.  Not a doctor, don't know, but switching to Armor a month ago has made a huge difference in my health.  I am not getting those cramps in my hands and feet at the end of the day, and my energy has gone way up.  It's still too early to know for sure...one month isn't much....but so far so good!"