"Second antibiotic I've been on for this sinus infection (Z-pack didn't clear it up).  I am slowly getting better, but I have all the unpleasant but evidently not dangerous side effects, nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, sour taste in my mouth. I dread taking the pill, because for the next two hours I have to lay my head on my desk because of nausea and dizziness. Even at night, I go to sleep, but wake up three hours later feeling like I'm going to vomit."


"I just completed a 5 day pack of Methylprednisone 4mg and my neck pain gradually went away but I am paying the price because I have had upset stomach, diarrhea, etc. since the third day of the five day program. However the pain is almost gone. I hope my stomach restores itself soon because I don't remember feeling so bad. It's like a 5 day hangover."


"My 7 year old son was on this for a few months. It wasn't until summer and he was in my care full time when I started to notice his strange characteristics. He became more of a loner, didn't talk much with anyone, and started staring off with a fearful look. At my mothers I noticed he was staring into the bushes, rocking back and forth while standing. I asked him what he was doing and he told me he was seeing eyes in the bushes and they were all staring back at him. Well I immediately called his pediatrician and had him taken off that day. We started seeing improvements by the next couple of days. He became more social, wanted to actually get of the house and was my boy again."


"My son is 13 and he has tried several different prescriptions for ADHD. This one does seem to be the best so far.  I have read about the max of dose being 20 ml and that is what he is on. Once the medicine wears off he can be very difficult to manage with his attitude and behavior.  It is ends up being a very stressful situation when he gets this way.  "


"Savella has really improved my life. I am a nurse who works 12h shifts & before this drug I had to crawl out of bed, work my 12h shifts, then sleep for days until time to return to work again. Now, I have a new lease on life & this is the 1st time in 25 yrs where I dont feel as I was dragged under a bus all night when I get up. It has not been without side effects. Most notably rapid heartbeat (up to 125), sweats, hostility & irritability. Ive found that 6. 25mg daily is the most I can tolerate. It does not come in this dosage, but I break a 12. 5mg tablet in half. My pain is not totally gone, but the fatigue is remarkably better. A couple tylenols twice daily helps with the pain & stiffness. Keep trying to find right dose for you."


"hey everyone I weight 239 the day I started adipex its been 5 days and I just checked the scale I've lost 5 lbs! My first goal is to make it to 160lb being 27 and 5'8 then hope to get to 140lb! My mom refered me to adipex because she is 57 and with in less then a year on this she looks amazing . I have two children the youngest being 9 mths I've gained so much weight, but the news of already losing 5 lbs makes me hopeful!  I have dry mouth and trouble sleeping I'm making myself drink more water to help lose weight and with the thirst. I take a half with breakfast and a half at lunch and it helps a lot but my problem is with eating a dinner and eating a late dinner so I will work harder on will power."


"Worked really well for a time....

then life events happened. I might try something else. Everyone is a little different."


"While I was on Oxycodone I had wonderful success bringing my 10 pain level down to a tolerable level around 6-7. The only "Problem" I had with it was I had trouble with my bowel movements, I had constant constipation. This was easily treated with a daily stool softener.

After a year we always change up my pain management medications so as not to have to increase dosage with a different Class II medicine. We did this annually and I have been disabled for nearly 23yrs, with very serious illnesses.
I would recommend this to anyone who has Progressive Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis/Fibromyalgia/Avascular Necrosis as well as about 15 other diseases."


"This gel works great. I had a 3rd degree burn from a car accident on the inside of my left leg just below the knee cap. It started as a blister most likely (according to paramedics and firefighters) from the radiator hose coming through the fire wall and spewing my leg with hot steam, after a day or 2 in ICU I guess it apparently popped and turned into a 1 inch deep hole in my leg. Which fairly quickly became severely infected. I was scheduled to have the burn debrided and the doctor came in and covered the entire burn with this xylocaine gel. He returns approximately 20 mins later with some lidocaine to inject around and in the burn itself and I didn't feel a thing. Xylocaine did its job and did it well. Definitely use if you have the ability to choose."


"AWFUL.... This birth control was the first my 16yr old daughter has been on. After the first few days I noticed how irritable and moody she was. I called the doctor, she recommended to keep taking it and let her body adjust to it. 1 month taking this birth control She became very angry, aggressive towards people and friends, irritated all of the time, short memory and memory loss, irrational acts, very depressed, 3 panic attacks and suicide attempt. She thankfully is ok but very scary. She doesn't even remember her snap decision to take her own life. She just says she felt like everything was terrible and she didn't want to feel like that. This is an extreme reaction I know but wanted to let it known what happened."


"Made me very emotional and anxious, I felt like I was going crazy. It also made my periods irregular and gave me awful cramps. Only took for 4 months and it caused me to have 3 very painful ovarian cysts. Was not the right birth control for me!"


"It knocked me out."


"I was diagnosed with PCOS making it extremely difficult for me to lose weight which is why my doctor prescribed me contrave. I’m now on my third week of contrave and taking 3 pills a day.  The first week was pretty difficult with side effects, I felt nauseous and dizzy constantly.  The second week I also experienced nausea and dizziness but it was slightly better.  Now in the third week I’m not feeling any side effects of the medicine.  Thus far I’ve lost 4lbs, which for someone with PCOS is pretty good I think.  I’m doing weight watchers simultaneously which has been super easy.  Contrave enables you to stop eating when you’re full and doesn’t give you cravings for bad food, which has been great for me."


"Am a little late on my prognosis, by the next day the BV and smell was gone! Happy to say I didn't get nausea,or vomiting or diarrhea I did however get the metallic taste. I didn't feel weak or fatigued nothing all. It's great I like it better then the metrogel I hate using vaginal creams and this was great! Good yall"


"2 days into my 3rd week on Contrave. I've lost 9 pounds with no change in exercise habits. Not because the meds are controlling my cravings, but because I am way too nauseous to eat. I kid you not, the nausea is almost unbearable. There are days I can't get off the couch without throwing up. I am going to stick with it to see what happens when I get to the final 4 pill dosage and things become stable.  I'm not giving up but just wanted people to know to expect the nausea. Just looking at food commercials on tv makes me gag. Smelling the cat food when I feed them, sends me running for the restroom. And I have thrown up more meals than I've kept down...I feel like one of those bulimic supermodels."


"I have been using Olmesartan for 9 months.
I am a 63 year old male with no prior medical history. My lifestyle has always been healthy (intake-wise) but increasingly sedentary and stressful and I think these factors are what exacerbated my BP. Otherwise I was healthy: non-smoker, low alcohol, average weight etc.
My wife finally convinced me to get a routine medical check-up  (last check-up approx. 5 or 6 years previously) and the result was the doctor discovered high BP ( Systolic 190, Diastolic I can’t remember – but the message was clear – my BP was dangerously high). So the doctor prescribed Olmetec 40mg, once-daily at bed-time - and arranged a follow up appointment for a fortnight later. I went home and immediately ordered a BP monitor"


"Plan B works! I took it exactly 36 hours later after having sex (without protection).  Honestly I didn't get any side effects besides a heavier period.  My period came 2 weeks later after taking the pill and I also experienced some cramping. But that was it.  I'm so thankful for this pill."


"I rated this medicine a 10 because I suffered from migraines for about 5 yrs and really didn't know what they were till one day I finally saw a neurologist, he prescribed me amitriptyline, it worked immediately. I started out at 10mg nightly, it was a God send, a miracle medicine. I was completely migraine free for approximately 2 1/2 yrs while taking this medicine, I had no side effects really, maybe gained a few pounds maybe 4 or 5 during this 2 year stretch,  then all of a sudden the migraines started back again about 1 month age. I went back to the neurologist, he increased my dosage to 30 mg. I haven't really seen any improvement, have been on this for about 3 days now, was initially increased to 20 mg for 5 days previously.  I wonder what's going on."


"I have been taking Pentasa for about two months and my condition has improved.  I had to lower the dosage after the first three weeks, but am doing well now."


"This drug literally saved my life. When I was first diagnosed with OCD I took other meds for it with often very bad side effects. FINALLY I was put on Luvox.
I have been taking it for over 18 years now.
Like I said before it saved my life."


"Relpax 40 mg is my go-to medication when I have a bad migraine.  I have tried almost all triptans, and this works best for me.  If taken ASAP, it typically zaps my migraine within 60-90 mins.

Relpax makes me feel spacey, “floaty” and tired so I usually take it and then lay down for a nap.  The side effects disappear within an hour or two.  This seems to be stronger than Imitrex (sumatriptan) or Maxalt (rizatriptan).  Not sure if it is actually stronger or just works better for me.  It is quite expensive, even with insurance."


"I wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy. Weight gain, depression, hair loss, migraines, anxiety, cramps, non stop bleeding for 4 months now. Thursday it comes out and I can't wait. "


"Just started a month ago. My doctor prescribed Trinessa for my PMDD. I took Depo years ago, that's when my PMDD started. I was tired all the time, really bad mood swings & in pain, pretty much 3 weeks out of the month & this has been going on for years.The 1st week on Trinessa, I was tired all the time, bloated, feeling intense feelings of hunger & a bit emotional, although nowhere near as bad as my PMDD usually is. I read a review where someone's doctor recommend they start taking it at night. Wow what a game changer. I actually have energy now, still get a little bit in my feelings but compared to the Raging  Fit I was always on the verge of, I'll take it. Will update in a couple of months."


"I was prescribed Falmina bc I was having too many heavy periods and was anemic, and also because I always got bad cramps and headaches. The first month was fine but the second month it seemed to just stop working, I had horrible cramps, heavy bleeding and my hemoglobin (iron) levels have dropped. I'm constantly tired, and have lost all sense of self motivation. Also I'm getting significantly more breakouts than I ever have before."


"Cramps, nausea ,diarrhea 24 hours off hell explosive watery discharge do not take."


"I've had facial hair seen I was a teenager in 2007. I was told I have polycystic ovarian syndrome. I tried everything to get rid of the hair and used not want to go out I've only been using the cream a few days and I have seen a small improvement only time will tell."


"I've been on this birth control for almost three years now, and during this time I haven't had my period once. I love that about it. I started this pill due to daily nausea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome-Diarrhea. The biggest con to this pill is that I have ZERO SEX DRIVE. It is so frustrating. It's causing tension in my relationship and I will be looking to switch to another pill."


"I was prescribed meloxicam for sacroiliitis. It's helped make the pain a lot more tolerable. I'm still limited with what I can do, but it brought my resting pain level from an 8 to a 2-3."


"I was on this birth control for about three months. The only positive thing I have to say about this pill is my breasts grew a little bit. That being said I did not like this pill otherwise, it gave me bad cramps, my breasts were very sore, and for a while thought I was pregnant because of the side effects that I was having (I wasn't pregnant). The worse side effect though was my period. My period has always been normal and comes at the same time every month for about 5-6 days. This pill made my period come every other day for the three months I was on it , and when my period stayed I would have it for about 10-14 days which absolutely sucked. I have since switched birth control and will never take this again."


"I told myself that I would come and give a review of Take Action if it worked for me, and well, all I'm going to say is, BE PATIENT! This actually does work! I had sex with my partner on my ovulation day(March 28), according to my period app, and of course I began freaking out. About 30-40 minutes later, we ran out to the closest pharmacy and got the pill. I was extremely worried that it would not work because I had read that it didn't not work in overweight women and well, im 5'8" and 190 lbs.. I had taken Plan B before and everything had worked perfectly fine, but the fact that I took the generic brand had me freaking out. I had no symptoms AT ALL. Then, a week later, Aunt Flo arrived. I learned my lesson and I  couldn't be more happier!"


"I don't have a headache or dry mouth, but I am FREEZING cold!  I am usually just the opposite, my usual 70 degree thermostat setting is now on 75 and I'm still so cold.  Everyone else is complaining they are hot, so I know it is just me! Weird.... I gave it a 10, because I am not hungry at all, and since it is over 90 degrees (outside), being cold is a good thing ;-)  Certainly better than a headache or dry mouth."


"I've had IBS-C for at least 2 years. In the last year, it has become increasingly worse which resulted in me being diagnosed with pelvic floor dysfunction. Like most of you, I could barely go...nothing seemed to help: Miralax, Philips, etc. I was resuming to using enemas a few times a week just to get some relief. Because of this, I was feeling tired all the time, moody and having horrible headaches. It left me feeling awful. I recently started this medicine, and it has been a God-send. I went from never being able to go on my own to at least once a day. I take it with food and water. I read the reviews on here beforehand, so I made sure to follow what others said. The first day I took it, I felt a little nauseous, but haven't since."


"I have been on this twice now. The first time was for three months. I had this weird constant brown discharge, kind of like normal white ovulation discharge, the entire time. Constantly had to change my underware or use a lot of tiny pads a day. My boobs grew an extra size, they are already too big for me to be able to buy bras without tailoring them. I was constantly sick. I rarely was able to get out of bed. It did keep me on a strict period schedule and took most of my severe cramps and bleeding away, which was amazing. It made me have horrible migraines, so I stopped after the third month. Its been four months and I started back up again but this time I just have acne flare up and have to eat every few hours. Kind of iffy though..."


"I have taken this birth control for several years. The first side effects I had was just some bloating in the first week. Then I started to get really bad migraines. My doctor said I could skip it and go into the next pack. I did that for 3 packs and now I have had spotting off and on for 2 months and my face has broken out and I got another migraine. I didn't gain weight on this pill and it did lighten my periods and cramping which used to be unbearable. It also didn't help my acne and I get super irritable right before my off week. I am switching pills. The migraines are just too much."


"I have only been on Apri for about a month now and I love it. I have not gained any weight, my sex drive is the same it was before I started taking the pill and my insurance covers it. I get it for no cost at all. I don't know why everyone thinks that one pill is going to give everyone that takes it the same side effects. Every person is going to have different side effects and some will have the same but the pill is going to react different to every women who takes it. This pill overall is my favorite. I absolutely love this pill. It's effective and affordable."


"I was on 20mg for about 9 months for severe panic disorder. I was having 2-3 panic attacks per day. Once I was on the med for two weeks I was so much better. Unfortunately about 9 months in the panic attacks came back worse than before. Only side effects were mild nausea and sore leg muscles during the first few days."


"This with Benadryl knocks out most of my migraines where Imitrex wouldn't touch them."


"The worst yeast infection I have ever known."


"The first time I used this was for my last yeast infection and my symptoms were gone by 2 days. I'm allergic to flucanazole so I have to take other medications when I get these. This time I'm pregnant and am trying it again hoping for the same results as last time. I forgot how bad it itches when you first put it in but that goes away for me soon after. It's because the dose is so concentrated but it's worth it in the long run to keep it in and let the medicine do its magic. I've also tried the 7 day treatment of a different ingredient and it did not work for me after all that work."


"I had life changing PMDD.  I was out of my mind every month.  I switched doctors after my long time family doctor told me to deal with it many times and prescribed zoloft  for PMS.  Finally, a new OB/GY put me on Aviane to completely suppress my periods.  I am half way through my second pack and am feeling so hopeful that this might be my "cure".  I have actually lost 5 pounds which I attribute to not gaining my 5 lbs I normally gain just prior to my period.  I felt tired during what would have been my period but am feeling AWESOME now.  More energy, my outlook seems brighter, no PMS physical or mental symptoms.  She said I could do this for 5 years!  YIPPEEEE!!!"


"I've had unmedicated anxiety all my life which seemed to become worse with as I got older.. Though I lived with it. Also I experienced my first migraine which were followed by almost daily tension headaches. My doctor recommended Effexor. I was very nervous to try after the many things I read googling. I told her I was also concerned about weight gain and sexual dysfunction. I was a newlywed of 40.. Worked hard to loose weight. She still recommended it. In a few weeks I could feel better. I noticed as time went on I was calmer.. I wasn't having 10 thoughts at once. I felt at peace. I started sleeping better. Because I felt better and my mind was clear, I was more patient. Sex was even better. I did not gain weight. a little nausea at first."


"Besides getting dizzy haven't noticed any effect."


"I have severe endometriosis and a lot of scar tissue from laparoscopic surgery four years ago when they removed two large cysts that were wrapped around my fallopian tube, which I lost. Then last year my right ovary hemorrhaged and I bled internally for two days, two weeks ago I had a cyst rupture on my ride side. I am SO done with being in pain. I've been in non stop monthly HELL for the past 4 years! So I got back on the Depo-Provera shot. I took it when I was a teenager for two years for my endo pain. And I loved it. I am so glad to be back on it. I am also on a seizure medicine that makes birth control ineffective, but has no effect on the Depo shot, so that is another plus."


"I am starting tonight, I suffer  insomnia. Some times it is hard for me to close down. Stress and being a very light sleeper started effecting my daily routine. My active life is suffering. I feel lazy unlimited. I have 3 kids and need to keep up!! My doctor prescribed 50 mg half hour before bed I hope this helps!! Any advise??"


"I've been on the implant for two years now & the first year was smooth sailing but the 2nd year I started gaining a lot of weight & having uncontrollable mood swings. Also because of the weight gain it's hard to feel in my arm. I'm hoping to have it removed soon."


"General tiredness with the medication but no manic episodes. I guess the trade-off is fair."


"I was on azithromycin for 12 days to break loose my deep chest congestion however my body becoming resistant to this drug. I spoke to my doctor, she set me up on amox-clav 875-125 mg. 1 tab every 12 hrs for 14 days. I'm on day 4 and I'm drying out. I feel it not so much in my chest as I do my  overall body (sinus, and dry eyes). 10 more days to go. I think this get the job done."


"I got my shot in the middle of October and I don't like it. I'm not pregnant but that may be because my sex drive is completely nonexistent. I can't lose much weight even though I am breastfeeding and following Weight Watchers. I have random bleeding and my vagina is incredibly dry. Not renewing my shot next month."


"I have ran the gauntlet of ADD meds, starting with Concerta then tried Vyvance which worked well in the beginning,  then my Dr switched to Adderall XR,  then to I R, which works best for me I take 20mg twice a day definitely helps with non stop thinking,  racing thoughts,  and just simply getting motivated.  I have been on the IR for about a year and the highs are finally outweighing the lows. 39 years old and can see light at the end of the tunnel."


"I was in the original FDA FK506 study as a pre-transplant patient (Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis ).  I had been given 6 yrs to have a liver transplant.  My liver #'s were 3-4 digits and I was becoming very ill.  My dosage was stabilized at 3 mgs and my numbers have decreased to normal.  I have been on this medicine since 10 '92 and still no transplant.  The medicine has slowed the progress of PSC drastically.  I see it is used for Crohn's, but nothing is listed for liver diseases.  Did they ever evaluate the trial results from the early 90's?   My current insurance will not approve the drug for me for this reason.  This might be the result of the trial www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2982698/ or is a similar one."


"On June 1, 2009 I started taking Adipex-P 37.5 MG. I have now lost 15 lbs. Going from 196.2 lbs. down to 181 lbs. I was hoping to lose much more, but I also know that if you lose weight to fast you can put it back on fast. I work out 6 days a week for about 30 to 90 mins. I will be going to Doctors office on Wednesday for check up."


"These were awful for me!!  At first I felt like a zombie. I've lost all  all intrested and motivation to do anything!  I'm extremely irritable and have pretty well yelled at everone I've talked to. I feel I don't have any control. The only thing I want to do is sleep for 48 hours straight. I'll take a week with no sleep over this thanks!"


"I am 38 year old female who has suffered from severe insomnia for 6 years which has gotten much worse. I have been taking 10 mg of Ambien which worked well initially (about a year) until is stopped working. I wake up at 2:30 AM and cannot go back to sleep. I have also tried all typically prescribed sleeping medicines to no avail. I was diagnosed with depression. I am taking 20mg of Prozac and recently 25 mg of Seroquel. I was worried about those who gained so much weight on Seroquel as I am a fitness fanatic. 1st night I took it at 7:30pm, woke up feeling very groggy and out of it all day but did sleep better the first night. 2nd night, I took it earlier 6:30pm and noticed my legs twitching. Slept and felt better taking it earlier. Haven't noticed any cravings."


"I never really had bad skin when I was in my early teens, but when I was 17 it was as if over night my face went from clear to horrible cystic acne all over. I looked horrible people use to beg to know my secret of how I kept my face so perfect, to recommending product that could help. I went to the Dermatologist and was put on a antibiotic and epiduo. At first it was the typical side effects burning, peeling, redness. Then within a month my face was even better then before. The only thing is it didn't do is clear black heads I've always had on my nose and chin. My doctor said to try the peel away strips to clear my pores because the medicine can't get down past my clogged pore. Im going to try that and see if it works. This stuff works!"


"I have now had my Kyleena for a full month. The Dr gave me 2 pills to dilate me the night before, and honestly that was worse than the insertion. I was sick all night and had HORRIBLE cramps, but the Dr said that is normal if you have not had kids because of how shut the cervix is. The insertion wasn't my favorite summer activity, but it definitely was bearable. I'd say 2 minutes total with 3 sharp, deep pangs of pain lasting about 15 seconds each. Spotted for about 1 week and was severely bloated, constipated, and crampy. After that 1st week, everything went away and I have been feeling 100%. I feel great. I exercise regularly without pain. Minimal spotting. Minimal cramping only around my period, which was very light. Very pleased so far!"


"My main complaint is that the inhaler seems to be empty before the 200 puffs are used. It seems to help well for the first 150 to 175 puffs, then stops feeling effective. I carefully following how to use it & don't know why I am not getting the right dosage throughout."


"Works great! Slight headache to start.....which doesn't last. After 4 months 80% clear and I had psorasis over 75% of my body. Now after 6 months on it I am 99% clear. Unbelievable!!! This med has worked for me and I take/use nothing else in conjunction."


"I have been on Depakote for 13 years after I had 2 grand mal seizures in one year. After being placed on the Depakote delayed release I have been fine ever since, there was a time that I tried the extended release and my legs started to show some spikes so I switched back to be on the safe side which was the better call. I also use the sprinkles. As for the weight gain I never really gained more than about ten pounds but I stay active and mainly keep it off, my doctor also put me on Topamax which helps balance out the weight gain because Topamax makes you lose weight and Depakote makes you gain so they both kind of cancel each other out. Topamax also helps with seizures so it was an addition, and I have been seizure free for 13 years."


"Started in Jan. At first I loved it. Short,  predictable period and my breasts got bigger. Developed severe nausea and started gaining weight. Took a pregnancy test because that was the only logical explanation right? I wasn't pregnant so I decreased my daily calories even more, increased my workouts, and still kept gaining weight. I also had trouble staying asleep through the night. And now really dry patches on my face. I hate that I have to stop because I loved the short periods and the $0 copay but the side effects are too much to handle."


"It would be a mission to complete 6 week of dosage but eventually it will provide relief but long duration is a problem. You feel depressed and gait disorder is also there..."


"Started 20mg about 6 months ago with another AD, seems to take the edge off my depression better than anything else I've tried. I've been through the gauntlet was in 3 different hospitals and on a handful of different meds. I tried ECT twice and I think that made me worse...was approved for TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) did 45 treatments and still don't feel like my old self. I'm now on 40mg viibryd and 100mg pristiq and am relatively stable. I have to use the bathroom at least 5+ times a day the diarrhea side effect just won't go away. My doc doesn't want to try new meds anymore so I'm stuck on my current regimen till I find a new doc. I'd recommend Viibryd if you can deal with the side effects."


"I have been taking Klonopin for 5-6 years now. I think it is a wonder drug and I couldn't function without it. I have (social) anxiety disorder with a history of panic attacks many years ago. I generally take 0.25mg one to four times a day (as needed) and 0.5mg before bed as it helps me sleep. I cut my scored 0.5mg pills in half. My doctor has prescribed 2mg/day but I rarely exceed 1.5mg total and probably only average 1-1.25mg. In all the time I've taken it, I've never had a desire to increase it because it simply "works" and makes me feel 100% normal with no side effects. I took Valium (diazepam) for many years but I always felt anxious as it was wearing off and before taking more. Klonopin doesn't have that effect on me probably because of the long half-life and the way I space it out. I fully expect to take it for the rest of my life."


"I had a build up of fluid in my uterus from previous surgery (oblasion of the uterus). I went to the emergency room doubled over in the most extreme abdominal pain I had ever had in my life.  They gave me a shot of Toradol and within 20 minutes the pain subsided and was back to normal.  "


"I'm being treated for negative symptoms. It doesn't really help with motivation but I can think clearly. What I don't like is the sexual side effects and sleeping more and weakness. "


"I have been on the med (20mg) for about 3 week for depression. Luckily no side effects and already feel loads better . Don't get me wrong, I have had the odd really low day but don't we all! But positives feel I can cope lots better plus not eating for the sake of eating . Still got to help myself to get motivated. Wished I was honest with myself years ago and went on medication."


"50 years old, seven months post robotic prostatectomy, both nerve bundles spared, Gleason 6.

First dose, 500mg......no erection, some burning and uncomfortable groin pain."


"So I slipped up and allowed my boyfriend to finish inside of me in the heat of the moment. Right after I went to the pharmacy to get the pill. I took it the following morning, not even 24 hours later. 2 weeks later I found out that I was pregnant so I decided that I was just gonna keep the baby. Unfortunately because of the pill the pregnancy didn't take properly and I ended up having a miscarriage. Sorry the pill didn't work for me."


"Several years ago, my doctor prescribed Victoza for blood sugar issues.  I lost a lot of weight, effortlessly; I just wasn't hungry.  Then I regained the weight (probably double what I lost), and Victoza never worked for weight loss for me again.  My blood sugar issues weren't that bad, so the doctor took me off it.  I had hoped Saxenda would be the help I needed since it's the same med at a higher dose-- something that would just make me easily satiated.  I've been on it for five months, and I have only lost a few pounds.  I'm at the highest dose.  Very disappointed.   The primary side effect I have is heartburn, which comes way after I've eaten and therefore doesn't help curb my appetite."


"I was taking this for 1 year! this drug does miracles!!!!
I started with injection 50 mg every 15 days
Now I take only 7mg!!
I can lift weights again!!!!No depression or anxiety!!! Or paranoia!!!!"


"I am now 20 years old and have struggled to kick my heroin addiction for the past 6 years.  After four treatment centers and a ton of detox's my doctor finally told me about naltrexone.  I found a doctor right away and started getting my injections! I am now almost 6 months sober and recently found out I was pregnant.  So now I face the question of continue my injection or stop because of the complications it could have on my pregnancy.  Although their is no studies or information about it hurting my baby they also don't have any idea."


"My genius psychiatrist started me on this drug in the fall of 2008.  The first few weeks I felt even worse than before I had started taking the fluoxetine.  After many months on the drug I was eventually taking 400mg a day, and having manic thoughts & episodes.  My psychiatrist decided I was bi-polar and then started me on seroquel (rather than give me a break for my nervous system to re-adjust to it's natural state), which I also ended up taking for about 6 months and at about the same dose.  In retrospect I wish I hadn't taken either fluoxetine(Prozac) or seroquel(Quetiapine)."


"Helped healing and did give me a headache but with repeated use the headaches went away soon.
Overall Rectiv healed where nothing else helped, was worth the extra money."


"Been taking promethazine 10mg for years now to get rid of motion sickness. I can’t travel on public transport. But
Then I noticed after running out of my prescription that there was 25mg Phenergan you could buy at the chemist with 56 tablets. So
I saw you could take them to help you sleep so I started taking them with my zoplicone sleeping tablets which didn’t really work (shouldn't be taken together).  The usual dose for sleeping in 25mg to 50mg night but I have been taking more than that (which is dangereous)   . Some advice would be very much appreciated"


"I'm writing this for any woman out there that might be scared or anxious about this drug. I was just in your shoes recently and I just want to assure you that this medicine will work! It happened this past Month September 23 when my boyfriend and I did the most irresponsible thing, we didn't use protection. He came inside and we panicked, I'm young, 21 years old, I am in no means ready to have a child. I took the pill immediately within 1 hour after the incident. He was there through it all and he made sure I had everything I needed and was the one that purchased the pill. The waiting game was horrible, stressful and I experienced all the side effects that the pill said. I got my period after 2 weeks, so please don't stress ladies."


"I have rosacea triggered by heat/intense exercise. Went through 2 rounds of accutane in college, which helped for a short while. Got reprieve through my late 20s/30s, then it game back in my 40s w exercise. Tried to treat it naturally for two months, then gave up and saw the dermatologist. Started the doxycycline 1 pill 2 times a day and my face, which had virtually every pore affected with a bump --and under eye area affected, was almost completely clear in one week.  After 2 weeks I went down to one pill per day. On that dose I get a couple bumps after working out, but they go away in a day instead of 3 weeks. Also do the metro gel and sulfur wash. Been a month now. A little heartburn/sour stomach after taking it, but excellent results."


"I've abused alcohol for 12 years now. I just started taking lamictal the other day and instantly made feel so much better! I have not had any alcohol cravings either and I'm looking forward to the future. I'm so grateful."


"At first this pill made me miserable. I had the worst mood swings and took it out on everyone around me. I stopped taking it after one month, but then I tried it again a few months later and nothing bad happened. You just need to give your body enough time to get used to it. No weight gain, no mood swings (by the second month), no breast changes, etc. My face isn't totally clear of acne and my period cramps/flow is only a little less, but this is a good pill if you just want the basics without altering your body."


"Blood glucose and HbA1C were normal. LDL cholesterol and triglycerides were low HDL cholesterol increased. There was weight loss with metformin."


"I have been taking Exforge for a few months and started getting headaches."


"I have used this product for 15 years.  This product still relieves my Rhinitis symptoms."


"I had no major problems with this medication. My 2 year old daughter, my husband, and I all contracted swine flu and were all put on Tamiflu. After just 2 doses, my daughter was back to her normal self. Never suffered any side effects. It took 2 or 3 doses for my husband and I to start feeling better, my husband had no problems with it either. The only problem I had was vomiting 30 min-an hour after taking the medication. But once I started taking it with a meal, that stopped. We went from feeling absolutely miserable on Sunday to feeling pretty much back to normal on Monday night. It's now Tuesday morning, fever has been gone for 24 hours, weakness has subsided, aches are long gone, all I have left is a cough. Highly recommend Tamiflu."


"I am 28 years old. I'm a cook in an extremely fast paced, high profile kitchen needless to say celebritys love to have their weddings there. When I take my Vyvanse I can cook at a 100% capacity for the whole 8 hrs. Laser focused, good mood, feel I can do another 300 covers after we're done, don't need any help in the line. It's just wow. If you work in a place where you're under high pressure and quality is demanded this is your drug. I've always had ADD since I was small. My mother was too negligent to do anything about it I was a failure in high school and it really sucked. I would read things and be like " what?" Lol I was bad now I take 60mg I take one around 1pm to help me through my work."


"20mg/day of fluoxetine works wonders for my PMDD.  I found it to be so beneficial that I asked for a daily prescription, rather than 2 weeks per month.  Only drawback was inability to orgasm, which I felt was detrimental to my physical relationship with my husband.  I switched to Wellbutrin as a daily antidepressant. Found it to be very motivating and with no sexual side effects.  After 6 months on Wellbutrin, though, I started to notice that my PMDD was creeping back in, and I was more irritable/snappy than before on a daily basis.  Now I am experimenting with daily Wellbutrin plus 2 weeks per month of fluoxetine.  Last cycle went really well.  I think fluoxetine is a miracle mood stabilizer. If only it weren't for the sexual side effects!"


"I have been on Lexapro 5-10 mg for 15 years and it has kept my panic attacks and GAD at bay.  Only time I have a problem is when I decide I don't need to take the medication anymore and take myself off only to find my anxiety and panic attacks begin recurring. Dumb idea! For me, it's a long, difficult period of adjustment to get on Lexapro after getting off because of the side effects and the anxiety symptoms, (nausea, no appetite, nervousness, heartburn...) but, it's so worth it after the Lexapro begins working. Aaahh!"


"I was prescribed this after a nervous breakdown while an inpatient at the hospital. I have zero side effects, well perhaps I'm a bit more "flighty". It does not numb me like other meds have done in the past. I feel like I'm living my life again and enjoying my loved ones. I'm on 20 mg I hope the doctor will increase to 30 because I feel near the finish line but not 100% there yet."


"I liked Loestrin when I took it at age 18. I didn't have any periods at all for about 9 or 10 months after being on it for about a month, I didn't gain any wait, and it didn't mess with my mood too much. However, I wouldn't be in the mood for sex, which really upsetted my boyfriend, and when we did have sex, I'd get dry pretty fast. It worked well and did it's job, but sometimes made me depressed and have no sex drive whatsoever."


"I had the Paragard placed shortly after my second son was born. I was teaching at that time. I moved over that summer & worked in another edu related field. I started getting difficulties with focus & concentration. I developed anxiety and depression. I tried to teach again but my body could no longer handle stress. I went through years of therapy & doctors trying to give antidepressants & anti anxiety medication. I had the iud removed & was able to get pregnant after. Pregnancy holds onto copper & I had PPD after this pregnancy. Depression & anxiety worsened. It was affecting my nervous system causing electrical shocks in my hands & feet. I had high unbound copper & finally found the right DR to help clear the copper & decrease inflammation"


"I've been using the 7 day cream and it has been awful.  I'm on the 4th day and will not be finishing it, the first few days I didn't think much of the itching and burning because of the YI. But today I've not had any symptoms and as soon as I used the medicine it's nothing but itching and burning."


"I'm a 53 year old male, have had Ankylosing Spondylitits since I was a teenager, undiagnosed until a bout of Uveitis (inflammation in my eye) in 2010, the blood tests revealed I was HLA B27.  From there my illness steadily progressed until hospitalisation in 2016, by the end of 2016 I was having more frequent episodes of uveitis followed by debilitation reactive arthritis that left me unable to move. The last episode in Feb 2017 saw me hospitalised again, due to the pain of my ribs expanding when trying to breath. I received my first Humira injection pen injection the day after being hospitalised in Feb...... It's a miracle. Within 24 hours I was feeling better than I had felt in 8 years. Humira has given me a second chance."


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"I've been on this pill for over a year now. The first 5-6 months were great. All my problems went away, I had a light, regular cycle, face was flawless, I didn't bloat, no more back cramps like I used to get, it was great. However, for the next 5 months after the first 5 things went down hill. I don't know if my body is changing but it just doesn't work for me anymore. My mood changed like crazy, to the point where I was like Jekyll and Hyde when my period came around. I got cramps and bloating, gas, irritability and everything. So short term it worked for me...but after about 6 months not so much anymore. Also I did not gain any weight from going on this though my breasts got slightly bigger."


"So far so good. After total thyroid removal, had difficulty on just levothyroxine T4. Slept all day, irritated etc. the usual. Enough was enough, emailed my endocrinologist and he tried a different route. Its been a week and I already lost 6 of the 8 lbs I gained over a 7 week period. I have more energy and symptoms are gone. Continued exercise with high protein/ fiber shakes and never felt better. Hopefully it gives us sufferers what we are looking for and need!"


"Had restless legs for many years also had sciatica and was prescribed Tramadol and found that it worked wonders for RLS but doctor will not prescribe me Tramadol anymore as it's become a controlled drug now I have to take Ropinirole and the side effects are awful all they do is make me vomit all night. Suffering BIG time because I not allowed Tramadol anymore which worked perfectly without any side-effects. There needs to be ALOT of reviewing about RLS because it ruins lives. Tramadol should be prescribed for RLS no matter what."


"WARNING! I was prescribed a medrol dosepak a year ago for sinusitis. Everything was fine until about the 5th day. I slipped into a very deep depression for the first time in my life. I became suicidal and felt like crying 24 hours a day for 2 weeks. I endured the crisis and eventually the depression resolved. Through support and prayer I overcame but it was touch and go for a while. I developed an anxiety disorder after that event that still persists. Be very mindful of the psychiatric issues that steroids may cause. From my research, it is very common to become hypomanic and less common to become Clinically depressed. It will resolve over time. Just hang in there if it happens to you."


"I know I was very stressed and anxious when researching Plan B, so I made sure to come back to share my positive experience! I took Plan B approx. 9 hrs after unprotected sex. I got my period almost two weeks later (and two days early). However, I did experience minor side effects. I don't typically have to endure PMS or cramps during my period, but this time around I had tender breasts in the days leading up to my period and minor cramps during menstruation. Small price to pay for avoiding pregnancy! Good luck, and don't worry."


"It sometimes works when I take 50mg and sometimes I have to take 100mg. I am allergic to Tylenol and there are not many options. This medication makes me feel like I have a buzz and I can't drive when I take it. If I do drive I feel hot, heart starts racing and I almost black out. So I take it in the evening when I am home. I also itch all over. No rash or hives just itching. Sometimes it makes me sleepy and other times I can not sleep. To me as long as it helps I can deal with the itching and buzz feeling. "


"Psoriasis since 16 now 26 and tried everything! Humira was great it changed my life for better and with no major issues. If anything it made me lose weight. It lasted like almost 3 years. Obviously it's like any other treatments."


"Worst experience ever. First time on any form of birth control and the shot has scarred me to stop using birth control in any form. Took my first shot back in September 2016. Started spotting in late October 2016. eventually I had to stop using panty shields and start using pads.  I'm still bleeding ( January 11 2017).... I lost my bf bc sex has been so difficult and painful. Saw a gynecologist he told me switch to the pills it should regulate it but I just want to stop using overall and get my body back to normal. I thought since my 3 months r up the bleeding would stop but no such luck. I just hope that eventually everything goes back to normal. I miss my regular five days of my period.  I miss seeing my discharge."


"My experience with Epiduo has been nothing short of phenomenal. This year marks year 7 that I have been using this product. I would love to find the makers of Epiduo and truly thank them. It makes me emotional to the point of tears. This product has truly wiped away my SEVERE acne. I rate it a 9/10 only because it is not as effective at reducing acne scars."


"Do NOT drive after taking Zopiclone. You get several second blackouts constantly. Highly hazardious to do anything that could be dangerious after taking. Also I recommend not drinking alcohol at all when taking, heart might punch out of beat, and skips or beats out of rhythm. That is with the tablets and half a bottle of wine. Serious drug, but works for the purpose."


"this medication was a miracle in my life  but it cost so much I will have to continue to struggle with not eating outside the view of a restroom its a shame that the drug companies charge such a high price for something that truly changes your life when your on fixed income you cant pay 1,150 a month for a medicine no matter how good it is"


"I found tremendous relief during the past six months with Mucinex for fibromyalgia, however I was wondering if any other person thought that the Mucinex also caused sensitivity to sugar.  I also noticed that when I took the 1200mg of 12 hour timed release Mucinex I felt energetic, however my joints were extremely painful.  My shoulders and left knee were on fire, and my left leg was swollen.  I reduced the dosage to 600mg timed release.  Now I feel okay, able to function without the extreme pain and swelling, the sensitivity to sugar is still there though.  Also, I am premenopausal and was wondering if anyone thought that taking Mucinex made the symptoms worse.  Overall Mucinex works for me."


"I had tried Zofran and Ativan, to no avail.  I had dreadful vomiting and nausea from the chemotherapy, and was losing weight as everything I ate came back up again.  But once I was prescribed the dexamethasone, I was able to get both the nausea and vomiting under control, and start eating again.  It worked well for me!"


"Used twice daily for six months, NOTHING!"


"My wife has been taking this medicine for 2 weeks for C.O.P.D. maintenance.  It worked great for the C.O.P.D.;  she use to cough constantly and had a hard time breathing, even while on prednisone.  However within 2 hours of taking the Daliresp, she stopped coughing & began breathing well.  However, she developed diarea , then after coming off the prednisone got severe back pain, and was not able to sleep.   It seems to help the C.O.P.D. very well but the side effects may not be worth the breathing relief."


"I got the Mirena placed about a week ago. I am 19 and have never had kids before. I previously was on two separate birth control pills for two years but decided on something more long term. Prior to insertion, NOBODY informed me to take any pain medicine beforehand. Not only did it hurt worse than any pain I've ever had before, but I passed out and vomited immediately after insertion. After about an hour of drinking straight water, the cramps were hardly bearable but I went home. Moderate to severe cramping the first couple of days but have since subsided. For 5 years of protection the pain is worth it, just do your research and be prepared."


"I had seen everywhere that spotting was the worst symptom of this. Once I got the nexplanon my period stopped immediately with no spotting whatsoever! Yay! On the downside, I was a little emotional for about two weeks. Once that wore off, I became extremely exhausted and hungry all the time. The symptoms have eased up within about two months. I still get pms-like symptoms but no actual period. Overall I adore this birth control method! No babies and no having to remember to take a pill!"


"Ok so I've been on it for 6 months two years ago and I felt really confused, disoriented and fuzzy... So now I went on this birth control again and the SAME THING. Now I know what its from - its this birth control. I feel really weird at work I would get in this state where I'm just confused and I'm always sooo tired on it. Other than that it would have been a great pill to stay on because it didn't make me gain or lose weight and my periods were much lighter. Anyone else feel like this though? I'm going to stop taking it today"


"This is my Wonder medicine for my 11 yr old Son. He hates taking the Pill's and they were making him sick so we went to Dr in Aug 2014 & I asked him if we could try the patches he said sure and I Love this Patch. Thank's for making this. And I did not know about putting the patches in the fridge because I do have a hard time peeling them so I'm going to give that a try."


"I'm so glad I found this site because it is so uplifting and informative. I have been told that Buspar takes a while to start working but after a few days of 10 mg/day I can tell a difference in my attitude.  My neuro in FL that handles my SCA said to take this because it has helped with balance issues that SCA patients have. Haven't noticed yet but will see.  I do deal with some dizziness in the morning after taking it but that's it.  I love it so far.  Thanks everyone."


"After six years of such extreme constipation that I was going maybe once a week sometimes once every two weeks. Bloating to where it looked like I had basketball under my shirt and such extreme gass I don't even want to go into it.  And this was every day for six years. Every day. I'm scared to eat anything absolutely anything. Then after numerous doctors visits and numerous doctors. I was given Linzess samples.  For a month and a half my life was completely changed almost normal even. Then the samples ran out I went to fill the prescription, it cost $500 a month!! even after  The discount, and in the 300 range after my deductible was met. I can't even remotely afford this.  I'm devastated that I can afford this medication. Devastated!"


"Zofran worked wonders after my operation. Significantly decreased my nausea. It's a great medication in my eyes."


"Super bad reaction. TERRIBLE! High fever, loss of appetite, lethargy, brown urine, LIVER INFLAMATION. NO RASH. After 7 days on Bactrim DS, feeling beyond terrible, I did some internet research and suspected drug fever. Ceased taking. Went to my doctor who ran blood tests which confirmed my suspicions. Liver enzymes:

AST/SGOT	335  H (mine) 14-36 (unit/L) (normal range)

ALT/SGPT	581  H	         9-52 (unit/L)

Alk Phos	        307  H	        38-126 (unit/L)

Levels started to go down after I stopped taking it; it took 3

months for levels to return to normal. A lot of information says you have a rash with drug reactions. I did NOT. My skin infection did clear up. It wasn't that bad to start with. I asked him for something topical. Was not my regular Doc who prescribed it. My Doc said it was overkill. Just because the guy's a doctor doesn't  mean he is a good doctor! Be your own advocate. Another round of this crap--who knows! Sulfonamides are one of the drugs that can cause a severe reaction"


"9/28/15. I lost 10 pounds the first week, after 7 weeks 21 pounds total. (320 to 299). My problem really hasn't been eating too much, it has always been lack of energy and exercise.  I have more energy and have picked up the pace. I take the stairs instead of the elevator at work. Small things, but it's been successful so far. I don't crave food any more.  I really have to make myself eat.
12/23/15 - Update. Down to 288 (32 pounds in 12 weeks). 1 to 2 pounds each week now.  When I drink protein shakes for breakfast I lose more that week. The protein is vital. Eating low-carb and high protein seems to work best for me."


"I've had mine in for over six months now, and I love it. My periods were light before insertion and I've never had cramps. For the first three months after insertion, my periods were very heavy, but the blood flow has decreased every time. Still no cramps. Very painful first day of insertion, but 100% worth it. I also love how there are no hormones and its long lasting. Would highly recommend. But, if you don't mind hormones and have a heavy flow, go with the Mirena"


"This is my third colonoscopy. I absolutely hate this prep. The taste I can get past, though it is def not a latte ;). I can deal with bathroom visits, no worries. All of that works fine. It just really bothers my stomach. The first time I used it I wound up with a bleeding stomach (erosive gastritis). I am going to push for a different approach next time."


"Honestly this stuff is extremely effective and will make you poop a LOT, but I'm not sure if it's worth the awful pain in my stomach! :/"


"Medicine worked great to clear up my ear infection, but I had a severe rash as a side effect and had to stop taking it.  I had no respiratory reaction or other symptoms of allergic reaction."


"Love this stuff.  Week 6.  Transitioned from .75 to 1.5 last injection.  Love the appetite suppression.  After 1 month, A1C went from 9.4 to 7.6.  Expecting to be around 6.5, 30 days from now.  Lost 10 lbs so far (most of it in the last week).  Learning how to eat right with the drug.  Getting used to being happy with small portions.  Anticipation much weight loss.  Again, I love this drug."


"I've been on Minastrin since December 2014 & it has been amazing. I used to call in sick at the beginning of my periods throughout most of high school. They would last for at least 7 days and were extremely heavy - to the point where I'd use two super tampons an hour for the majority of the week. I'd spend my days in bed, curled up in the fetal position, taking 600-800mg of Ibuprofen with no help. Got on Minastrin and it helped so much. Side effects - I felt sick to my stomach the first week when my body adjusted to the pill and I'm bloated most of the time. But, I haven't had a period since I've started the pill & I've only spotted (so lightly) only once. My mood swings have decreased drastically since being on Minastrin."


"I was prescribed prednisone 20 mg for a swollen uvula.  I was supposed to take it for 4 days, however, on the 3rd day I got a terrible pain in my head and did not take the medicine for the day.  The swelling in my uvula is gone, however, for the past 20 hours I am still experiencing the weird pain in my head when I get up, sit down, or lay down."


"Due to early onset of osteoporosis (I am 55) I decided to try Forteo at my GYN’s recommendation. My bone density tests were -4 in the lower back and wrist. It is very easy to use if you don’t mind daily injections and it is pretty much painless. Insurance covered all but $4.00 with an Eli-Lily sponsored prescription discount card given to me by the doctor prescribing it. However I didn’t make it past six months on Forteo due to severe lower leg pain. Pain was severe enough that I had to quit. I also had an extreme hair loss that started 3 months in. Might try Prolia next. Good luck to all."


"I am on my fourth week of taking 40 mg viibryd and it seems to be working well.  I had very few side effects.  However, I am noticing severe hair loss on my frontal hairline.  I still want to continue taking Viibryd because it works well for me.  Anyone else having the same problem with hair loss?  If so, did you discontinue taking Viibryd or did you do something that alleviated the problem?"


"I started taking orlistat yesterday morning, and weighed myself this morning to find I'd already lost 5lbs. I'm actually amazed. I've had no side effects so far so I'm really happy. I have been exercising and eating healthy for the past two months with only minimal weight loss. I have to lose 7kg in 3 months for them to continue giving me this drug and so far I can't see that being a problem! Will update in a few weeks with my progress, very pleased so far"


"Well I have been prescribed this medication before and I have had to go through blood clots and heavy cramps . But this time it's even heavier cramps and blood clots and using about 20 pads in 2 to 3 days. I feel so weak and it feels gross to even move or go anywhere in public.  I'm also taking ibuprofen every 3 to 4 hours. What do y'all prefer on taking for the pain. Thank u everyone for your input. Have a great day."


"I started on this birth control when I was 19yrs old. I am now 22 and have gain 24lbs. This pill makes me tired and gave me the worst mood swing. I was a very active person but I don't feel like doing anything while on this pill. But this pill did give me regular period, no headaches, no aches."


"I started today at 189lb.  I found it made me really hyper in the morning but after a long work out I calmed down and was able to get through the day.  I am also really thirsty.  Good so far"


"I've been on Epitol for a little over 6 months and it has CHANGED my life. I had a hard time finding a medication that didn't worsen my condition or give me weird side effects and so far, I've had NONE of that from Epitol.  The first few weeks were a little difficult as it made me kind of tired but I quickly adapted and no longer get drowsy. (I still find it best to take it before bedtime). My depressed symptoms are all but gone and my manic spells are much more mild (though occasionally longer). This medicine was a God-send."


"Have been on Yasmin for over 4 months now to try improve my acne. I would say my acne has gotten 2-3 times worse than it ever had been in the beginning and I now have spots where I never did before (all along lower cheeks, near jaw area). I have been on dianette before and it was amazing so I shall be going back to it asap!!"


"Omg this is hell!!!! 1st night I was okay with it,i was like yes I don't have to go to the doctors this seems to be helping,nope 2nd night a little itchy...3rd night(right now) it is burning soooo damn bad I want to cry. I feel like it's itching,burning,and going numb all at once. Hell no I will never use this again. I will just be going to the doctors every time now,screw this!"


"I like Stendra, no headaches like Cialis or Viagra did. I am 80 years old and have tried all methods. Injections with trimix, vacuum pump, and cock ring. I still have to use a cock ring to keep it up, but stendra works best, keeps me up with no side effects. Keep trying, never give up. I hope I have sex until they put me in the horizontal position."


"The worst experience ever. Deep depression and I've never had issues with depression in my life.
I was seriously a mess."


"I got the Implanon about 6 months ago and love it! I had 1 light period the week after I got it and nothing since. The only side effect I have is itching. It always seem to have a deep itch around it but no biggie. Your doctor can take it out early if it isn't working for you. "


"I took Zovia the pink packet manufactured by Watson for 7 years with no problems. No changes in weight,  no acne, and less painful and shorter periods.  In early 2017 the manufacturer changed to Mayne the blue packet.  I only took it for 5 days then immediately stopped because it was causing acne. Now I am on Kelnor, which has the same main ingredients as Zovia, however Zovia (pink packet) is better in my case. Too bad it is no longer being manufactured....."


"I've been on the Nuvaring for about 6 months! Best birth control yet. My acne is cleared and I've lost a few pounds too. Only negative is partner says its uncomfortable during sex. Other than that I love it."


"Works well, Headaches gone in about 2 hours of taking it."


"Been on lyza since 8/16...have had a normal heavy period every month since. Except for 1 month it was surprisingly light. This month it's a week early and I'm annoyed. Lyza has been hell. My boobs have been sore, acne at first but that's gone. My appetite is out of control. The only reason I started was to stop my period. My cramps have been the worst ever and more clots coming out then ever before."


"I had torn my  meniscus in my left knee about 20 years ago. The Dr said he didn't recommend any  surgery unless it got so bad I couldn't stand it. Well I'm not weak when it comes to pain. So I lasted years without doing anything. But then the time came I needed help. So when I went in the Dr told me about the euflexxa shots. My knee was bone on bone. So I agreed to do it. I got relief the very first shot. You can get them every 6 months but mine last me for at least 2 years. So yes I have had them 3 times in that knee with excellent results. Now I'm having trouble with my right knee. First I had  bursitis  so I got a  cortisone  shot. Then my knee was swollen 3 times the size it should be. They then drained 40 cc of fluid from there."


"Chantix has been a great tool for me. My side effects at first consisted of ten minutes of nausea after taking the pill and wacky dreams. I learned that slamming about 8 oz of water, then swallowing the pill, followed by another 8 oz of water eliminates the nausea. I still got the dreams."


"I have severe herniated discs in my lower back and FINALLY a drug that helps.  Percocet is great for getting through the day with pain, but Zanaflex helps me sleep pain free all night and my back is no longer stiff with pain in the morning.  I only take it at night about 2mg or 4mg depending on pain and sleep like a baby. This after 10yrs of suffering with chronic back pain.  I am new to this drug about 2months now.. crossing fingers it will work forever..lol"


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"I had one area inside my labia that bothered me after sex. The dr said he thought it was Lichen. He gave me a sample of Estrace cream. I only massaged a small amount in the affected area. It took a few days for the discomfort to fade. After a week I noticed that my labia was tighter, not so flabby. My libido increased too. I wish I could bathe in this! It's a "facelift" for your vagina."


"I typically get two bad sinus infections every year and have tried many different antibiotics but this med. seems to work very well for me. After a few days I start to feel better but I must continue the Meds. for at least four more days or I will have a relapse to my sinus infection."


"I developed anxiety very fast and didn't know what it was until one day when my heart was beating out of my chest and I started worrying about my life changes. Went to ER twice in a month thought I was going to have a heart attack. I am 25 and I never knew anxiety can be this bad. I started taking Ativan and it's been 4 months now. I started with 2 a day and now I'm taking one a day. It's a great pill not many side effects, a bit disoriented sometimes but I can sleep better and eat more. I am planning on staying on it until my life gets back on track and once everything settles down I will get off of it. Anxiety is a hard thing to deal with on your own. Only if you have it you understand."


"Body aches, fever, chest pain, heavy chest, problems breathing, stomach pain."


"After a series of operations on my lower back the nerve scarring caused chronic pain. After being prescribed one pain medication after another I was finally referred to a pain specialist. In 2000 I was put onto Oxy-contin at 30mg twice a day. After less than 3 months I suffered very bad withdrawal symptoms after missing the morning dose. The pain during those hours seemed to increase tenfold. By 2003 the dose had increased to 60mg three times a day. I have now been taking Oxycontin for 9 years. I still have break through pain that keeps me from most activities and my heart and lungs have been affected. I would like to stop taking the medication but have bad withdrawals."


"As a chronic pain patient I use Methocarbamal aka Robaxin to temper my tolerance to my pain medications. I find it very helpful to identify just how much pain medication I need at any one time verses how much my body is wanting because of addiction. It's been extremely helpful post surgery to get off morphine, fentynal and oxycodone."


"I think there should be a rule that you can't review Nexplanon until you've had it in for a decent amount of time. When I got mine in about a year ago, all I could find was "I've had it for two weeks and it's great!". I regret getting it. I toughed out the spotty period issues for 3-4 months and was happy when my period stopped for good. But right around the 5 month mark I slowly started developing really awful acne. It scars and I'm constantly breaking out. It hurts like you wouldn't believe. I have seen 6 specialists who all said it was because of my implant. I've also experienced the mood swings and mild depression. I think I'm giving up on mine and having it removed. Not right for me."


"I don't know why I've continued to use this, for what seems like years. I stayed with the 5% gel. While it's worked very well keeping breakouts at bay and my shoulders and chest, it has been not good for my face. I just keep getting pimples and excessive oil saturation. I very recently was upped to the 7.5% and that seems worse. I think it just is too harsh or just not effective for my face. I tried just using it every other day, but it seems the morning after I've used it, there are new pimples."


"I have been on Opana Er 15mgs for 3yrs now. Was diagnosed with a herniated disc with an annular fissure at L3,4 and 5. Also have degenerative disc disorder, spinal stenosis, plus more back problems and diagnosed with fibromyalgia. All I can say is the Opana ER crush resistant are junk. I was prescribed Oxymorphone Hydrochloride ER  15mg a green pill, the pill form was a miracle for me I could get up and go to work 12-16hrs and they last with hardly taking a Percocet for breakthrough pain had my life back with the generic. The name brand Opana ER are junk. I always have an empty stomach when I take and not even an hr later my stomach is upset and always have diarrhea."


"Works great, but causes impotence."


"I have been on a number of pills in the past (aged 28, started 18) - I have been diagnosed with endometriosis so my reasoning for remaining on some sort of hormonal BC was vital to reduce the symptoms.
I was placed on Yasmin after experiencing major mood swings/depression on Yaz. Yasmin seemed to reduce these mood swings considerably. Since Yasmin my periods, although regular, have been light and cramping has been reduced/completely absent. Amazing! (5  years on it now). I have been getting migraines for the last 2 years so might have to change my BC again. One's body changes with age, I guess our meds need to too."


"I've been on Latuda for nine weeks now. My first week was 20mg, second week 40 mg, third week 60mg, fourth week 80 mg, fifth week 90 mg, and sixth week 120 mg.  I feel more upbeat. I don't worry like in the past about my job. I used to think people were saying things behind my back.  I lost a few pounds. I am more focused, kind of like being on adderral.  My dosage is at the sweetspot.  I find I have to take it late before I go to sleep otherwise I will want to go to sleep. I use this in combination with Wellbutrin 300mg XL in the morning with one 450 mg of lithium and two 450 mg of lithium at night with the 120 mg of latuda.  The prescription is expensive if you don't have insurance it is 1000 a month, otherwise with insurance its 75 mo."


"My new doctor just prescribed Neurontin.  For the first time in years, I had a good night's sleep and woke up with less pain and stiffness.  It's the first "Good morning" I can truly say.  Only 300 mg dosage.  Thrilled. My previous doctor tried other medications, always an epic failure.  My new doctor listened to my "story", paid attention, and believed me when I brought up my Fibromyalgia."


"I started the shot when I was 14 to regulate my periods and as I've read a lot of women say it made them worse, but for me the first few months made it worse for me I bleed for almost 2 months but after I got my second shot my periods stopped completely. It is also a great birth control, personally I gained only alittle weight (5-7 pounds) but I liked it because I'm considered smaller than average. My stomach gets bloated and my back hurts when I'm due for my next shot and I get a little moody but other than that it's been pretty good. My breasts and bum grew which is a plus. I recommend it for a birth control."


"I have read a lot of negative comments on the IUD insertion so I just wanted to share my positive experience. Before hand I took two Vicodin about 1.5 hours before the appointment. The actual insertion only took about a minute. And, yes it was painful but it was over so quickly that it wasn't that bad at all. I would do it again. The night I got it in, I had crams that felt like bad period cramps but nothing some Advil couldn't help. Everyone is different but it was not as bad as I was expecting."


"I was diagnosed with RA 20 years ago. Never had any serious issues that I could not easily live with until one year ago February. Had a severe flare  in shoulders, hands, wrists and other areas. I was put in methotrexate, sulfasalazine and prednisone  and plaquinel. Also had several steroid injections. I also needed to take Aleve on a regular basis. I started Enbrel 5 weeks ago. Remarkable results. Haven't taken an Aleve since. I have stopped methotrexate which was giving me a chronic cough. I feel much better."


"I get bronchial asthma every time I get sick and although prednisone does wonders and allows you to breath, I get bad nausea so the medicine itself is wonderful but my reaction is awful. Other medicines that are helpful are Pulmicort and Zithromax, an antibiotic."


"I am on week 2 of this medication.  I have lost 3 lbs. Only side effects are headaches and mild nausea. I am 38 yrs old 4"11 I need to lose 50lbs."


"I was given Prozac a couple years ago for depression and never really took them thinking I wasn't depressed. Now years later I ended up trying them again, and I will tell you that life is so much better! I was always stressing about everything and picking myself apart, my marriage is going through a rough spot on forgiving my husband. Without the help of Prozac I would dwell on things that made me upset, now I have a great outlook on my life and I actually can give a second chance to my husband that he deserves. I'm a much happier person, this medicine is wonderful and I feel like a new person."


"17 with no children. Had the Mirena inserted 3 days ago, insertion was agonising, had to take strong tablets to 'knock me out' so I could sleep. Had the next day off school and I am still on pain relief tablets. Went on a short bike ride today and pain returned. Can't wait for the pain to disappear. Hopefully the Mirena will help me to get on with a normal life."


"I was diagnose about two weeks ago and was put on Doxy. By the second week I could walk short walks without agony. My right arm that they were sure was a frozen shoulder and we're going to operate on, I can now raise it up. It may seem small things but for two years I had deteriorated so badly, I wanted to celebrate walking 10 yards and lifting an arm. I'm excited for the future and I haven't had that in a long time."


"well tolerated in torrette syndrome with quick results"


"I don't ever leave reviews for anything but I felt the need to leave this. After a few trails with medication that left me fearful to try more, I researched and tried this - mostly uplifted by the no side effects angle. It's supposed to take a few weeks to work but I noticed extreme results within a few days. It brought me out of my depression and quelled my anxiety so so well. I think I may have had a bit of insomnia due to it but this was cured by a cup of passionflower tea before bed. I had also lost my appetite for the better part of 2 months, losing 25 lbs. I am now eating as I had before! I did pair it with some light exercise and better eating but that was after. I just bought a brand from a local drugstore. A ++ for this"


"This pill was great for a while. I had one period every 3 months and it helps with mild acne. My only problem is the headaches! They are hell some have even brought me to tears. There's no stopping it with pain pills it just stops randomly. Also your sex drive will hit rock bottom."


"I started Deplin 8 months ago. I thought it was helping but I didnt notice drastic effects. I stopped taking it for 2 weeks due to the cost and quickly realized it had been working.I started feeling lethargic and unmotivated. Since I have been taking it daily I am much more active, energetic, less moody, and I am happier. I think it is a subtle change but over time it is drastic."


"I have a history of kidney stones for more than 15 yrs already  . and this medication  is far the quickest n effective  ..highly recommended. ."


"Been on Chantix 10 weeks, smoke free for nine weeks. This medicine has been a miracle for me.  I tried everything, patches, gum, lozenges.. nothing worked for me. It has been pretty easy for me, my dreams are vivid, but very entertaining, really no other side effects. I cut back to one a day after six weeks, seems to be enough. I plan on weaning myself off at the five month mark. I've actually lost seven pounds since I stopped smoking. As I said, this is a miracle!"


"I had been experiencing ovarian cysts for at least a year, but I didn't know that was the cause until about 5 months ago. I have been on Mononessa for three months now and I haven't had any cyst symptoms, also I am instructed by my doctor to only take three of the reminder pills before I start a new pack instead of all seven. My periods tend to be lighter and my face is clearer than it used to be. I have been on birth control for about seven years now and so far I am liking this one a lot. I haven't really had any of the side effects, no spotting, some breast tenderness but I have always had that. My appetite does fluntuate, I'm not sure if that is due to the pills or not, I am a college student so it tends to happen a lot."


"I have been taking 1600 mg for 35 years. It is the only medicine that my doctor tried that really worked to relieve my panic disorder. However, it is only currently being produced by one drug company, and they are really expensive. It is considered an "old fashioned" medicine. Right now my insurance is covering it with a $50 copay. I don't know of any other medicine that is similar, so I guess I'm stuck for now."


"Absolutely changed my life. I am a 20 year old female who has struggled with depression and irritability since roughly 13. I tried meditation, I tried the "power of positive thinking", I tried listening to podcasts, I tried counseling. Nothing helped me until zoloft.

I've been taking zoloft for 5 weeks. I had minor side affects for the first couple days (looser stool, headaches, stomach aches) but nothing I couldn't handle and they went away after 2-3 days as I got used to the medication. I'm currently taking 50 mg and don't plan on increasing.

I feel overall happier. I'm not as irritable and things that I used to hate (going to work) are no longer even bad. I feel more myself, and like I'm not afraid to be outgoing.

Highly recommended"


"Lexapro did help my depression and anxiety, but I had a lot of strange side effects while on it. I believe it made my blood read "pre-diabetic" when I never in my life had a history of that. As soon as I got off, my blood went back to normal. I also became severely anemic-again, could be a coincidence, but when I went off, my blood was fine. It also made me feel confused mentally. Some weight gain as well. I have tried so many antidepressants, and I  get so many side effects. It's a shame, because my depression is back with a vengeance."


"I'm not so sure if the medicine was bad, it just didn't work for me. I began to develop muscle twitching."


"Seemed to do the job."


"I have been taking Benicar 20mg. for 2 1/2 yrs. Dr. switched me from lisinopril hydrochlorothiazide after prostate surgery. My blood pressure has remained in the 120/75 range the whole time. The only side effects I have noticed is a change in my sex drive and leg cramps. The lack of sex drive could be from the surgery, Or the fact that I am almost 72 years young."


"Amazing.  I have had erectile dysfunction creeping up on me for the last 10 years and NO doctor has been able to help or tell me what was wrong. I am now 59 and always had a HUGE sexual appetite.  I was unable to maintain an erection and had hardly any stamina although I was completely turned on.  Finally a friend told me about Cialis so I went to my doctor and he put me on 2.5mg daily and within one day I was able to have amazing sex again, just as if I were 17, with rock hard very demanding erections with the most amazing orgasms. I feel incredible again and truly feel so much younger with amazing stamina. I HIGHLY recommend Cialis!  Speak to your doctor, especially a male doctor, they understand more than you think."


"I'm 5'3 and weigh 196lbs and I started taking Adipex on 4/5 and on 4/8 I weighed 193lbs. The first day it made me very jittery and have dry mouth very bad. I have also walked on the treadmill for thirty mins since I started the Adipex. I have lost a pound a day. It helps me to eat smaller portions. My goal weight is 150lbs."


"Tried the 20 mg 10 pack free trial... tried it 5 times and saw absolutely no results... woke up every hour and a half or so the entire night.  Did not feel foggy  in the morning.   With my insurance the Rx would have been $90 a month.
NO THANKS!"


"Did not work. Have vaginal itching, irritation from it and urinary urgency and frequency. Also, gave me a sore throat. Bacterial Vaginitis still present."


"I've often had gout.  At first, I didn't even know what it was.  I've had it mostly in my feet, but once in my elbow. My forearm looked like Popeye.  It usually lasts for a week or so.  Lately, my Dr. has prescribed Indomethacin, 50 Mg capsules.  The first time, I took one and it didn't do much.  I reverted to Advil.  The second time, I popped 2.  The pain was gone in an hour and the redness was gone the next morning!"


"I've been using Vesicare for approximately one month. It really does work; however, the side effects are too bothersome for me to continue using. My mouth is constantly dry, and I have a seriously terrible sore throat and hoarse voice. I could deal with the dry mouth, but not the sore throat."


"I have been on the nexplanon for two months. No major side effects and I haven't had my period since I got it inserted. The only thing is that it made me break out a little. I got this because the Yasmin gave me high blood pressure."


"I just started taking it for two day and I hate it the first day I started twitching and shaking and my stomach felt so uncomfortable.the second day it felt worse I had a dry throat, uncomfortable stomach, less twitching , I felt so useless.  The worst thing about it was a post to make me focus and it does not even help. I just hate how I have to lie about how I feel - I say I'm ok but I'm so for from being ok."


"This has worked great for me! After battling depression and other things for years its nice to feel some relief. I%u2019ve tried 3 other kinds of medicines and it hasn%u2019t worked at all. Its still new but I recommend it for people who are manic depressant. It works great with Abilify!"


"I'm 48 years old and had the Mirena for 4 years now, it totally stopped my period and I was very pleased due to heavy bleeding. I have had dizziness, weight gain, and lots of acne, hair loss etc. I'm getting it removed a year early. It took a toll on my body, but everybody is effected in different ways."


"Started this as a mood stabilizer for my bipolar. I've been on it almost 30 days now, it has stabilized my moods for sure! Usually before my period I'm a monster. A crazy hormonal mess. I feel normal, not "flat". It's a double win for my constant headaches and hormonal migraines that are now gone too.
Only side effects, minor pins and needle tingles in my toes and fingers which last seconds off and on and aren't even bothersome too me. It seems to happen with each increase I do."


"I was on Levora for 2 months and when I started taking it, my period was a month late, but I had some breakthrough bleeding. I would also get nauseous late at night. I did break out just a bit and my sex drive increased. I stopped for a while and started again, and have been on it for a month now. This time my sex drive is lower and I tend to get dry during sex more often. I'm an emotional wreck. I'm depressed and have lots of anxiety. And I'm always angry or crying. And I'm ALWAYS hungry and craving things. And my breasts are slightly sore. In the first couple of weeks I gained weight, then in the last two I lost weight. But both experiences were different. It does it's job of preventing pregnancy though."


"I used to get 4-5 urinary tract infections (UTI) every time I had sex, before I started taking Macrodantin. I have been on it for 5 years and I have never had another UTI. They are "the magic pills"."


"It has significantly approved my acne that I have been dealing with for over 10 years. I'm 25 years old. I have only been on it 3 months."


"This medication works wonders for those of us who work swing shift. I don't know how I ever lived before Provigil."


"It's 9:08 Central time. Trying to escape the vaginal discomfort I've been experiencing for the last 4 days, I decided to go for a quick cure of what has to be YI. Now, let the record show, I take great care of my VaJayJay; weekly grooming, daily baths; walks in the park-you know the usual. Anyway, it's approximately 15 minutes after application and Satans helpers have invaded my vagina! I'm afraid to move due to fear that they'll set more fires in and around my poor vagina! I wonder if the fires are keeping the monistat minions warm or are they providing heat to cook food!? I usually research reviews on products I've never tried but the irritation cause me to make a mad dash to the nearest Walgreens. REGRETTING THAT DAMN DECISION!"


"Taking clindamycin has been difficult for me. It's caused nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain. But it's also been the only thing to clear up my jaw bone infection. They gave me 2 other types of antibiotics before this and neither helped. If you can endure the unpleasant side effects, it's a good medicine for it."


"I've been on this for two months and it does it's job, but honestly I'm miserable.

My skin cleared up almost immediately, and I feel that I've lost weight (maybe that's just how my body looks because my hips and boobs filled out). It seems like every other week, however, and especially the first week of a new pack, my mood swings are a bitch. Since I started this pill, I've fought my boyfriend almost twice a week. We've almost ended it multiple times, but we know that it's just the pill. I'm switching off this week because I'm tired of hurting my loved ones. I only got really emotional and bipolar the week after I started taking this.

This pill just isn't right for me. The pain I'm causing others isn't worth my clear skin and weight loss."


"This is my first yeast infection. I was too scared to tell anyone. So I dealt with it for almost a week. But last night I couldn't handle it anymore. So I told my mum. She called. And the doctor sent in a prescription. I took the pill earlier around 1.30 pm.
It's now 1.41 am.
It took away a lot of the itching a burning when I pee. But it still slightly hurts to wipe. And it's slightly itchy.
I have another dose I can take. But I'm waiting to see if this will help. And clear up by tomorrow or get better."


"I have had the Kyleena IUD for about ten hours now. I was very nervous going into the procedure but happily surprised to find out that it did not hurt as much as I thought it would. I am 18, weight 130. I'd say during insertion the pain was about a 5/10 and it was over before I knew it. I had minimal cramping afterwards, no bleeding, and only some lightheadedness but only when I exerted myself. I haven't felt cramping in a couple of hours . I'm loving it. It is so worth it."


"This medicene worked really well on clearing up my skin and it was great because I am allergic to almost all other medicines and creams for acne.  The only bad thing is that my doctor stops prescribing it in the summer."


"40 yrs old & last year tried the progesterone only pill for just 5 months (ceased that pill 4 months ago) but ever since my once near perfect skin has been plagued by constant hormonal spots.  The doctor prescribed Duac & said it could cause redness & drying.  I used this for 2 nights only, last Monday & Tuesday, applying just a very thin layer to all areas affected by spots as per the directions. By Wednesday afternoon my skin had started going pink & itchy so I didn't use it again.  Woke up Thursday morning with red, itchy, burning patches all over, like port stain birthmarks, & it is still driving me crazy now, trying not to scratch, using moisturisers but to no joy - 5 days it has been like this, wish I had not used it."


"I've been using epiduo for around 8 months and have seen a drastic improvement in my skin. I've seen lot of complaints that the product is very drying to their skin and am wondering if these people are using it after 1-3 coats of moisturizer or gentle lotion. I use it at night with this combo and got rid of my horrible acne. I'm now after 8 months working more towards removing my acne scarring and using the epiduo as a daily treatment to prevent further breakouts."


"I was involved in an accident a few months ago that claimed the life of the person I was with and tried to rescue. Both of us had to be flown out; I made it, they didn't. I had prior, minor anxiety issues; but never had the need for medication or treatment. I was one of those people who thought anxiety/panic attacks were more of a mental/attention-seeking action. I was wrong. I now know what it's like to wake up at 1 am (sometimes reliving the scenario) and be in complete chest-pounding panic. I now know what it's like to have certain words or topics of discussion trigger major anxiety issues. I take this (1mg dose) med, as needed (post event, day or night), to help calm anxiety issues; currently 0-3 times per week (more a few months ago)."


"I took Amox Clav 2x day for 7 days for my urinary tract infection. On the 3rd day, I had pain in my right knee. 4th day right knee was worse and left knee hurt too. 5th day, other joints became warm and ached. 6th day I was limping from pain in right knee. 7th day, limping and knees were swollen. 8th day (today,) pain in knees and limping. Had to ice knees to keep going through the day."


"It's currently May 2017 and my three year mark is February 2018 so I'm getting there. Just last month out of no where I actually got my period. I haven't had my period in two years. I got the symptoms of back aches [WHICH ARE EXCRUCIATING!!!] cramps and extreme bloating but I never actually bled up until a little after 2 years. It lasted a week and stopped and then came back a week after and stopped and now it's back again. I read about the nexplanon's hormones are wearing off so it'll be irregular periods. Not a big fan of it because tampons are going by fast! (It's not a heavy flow either, it's just EVERY OTHER WEEK!) I've gained 25 pounds and it's all in my face and my 'pooch'. I'm switching to the pill!"


"I researched IUD's extensively before actually deciding to consult my gynecologist about getting one. I wanted to get off the pill as it caused me weight gain and water retention and the amount of hormones makes it hard for women to build muscle,& as someone who works out a decent amount, I wasn't seeing much progress. My gyno suggested Skyla, as it is a low hormone dose. I was reading horror stories online about the process & almost didn't get one. Thank god I didn't give into my fears because I love having an IUD. The process was not bad at all. When inserted, I felt more pressure than pain. I had cramps for the following 24 hrs, spotted a week,&my first period was the lightest its ever been. Based on my experience, 10/10 would recommend"


"After a little over two months taking 50mg of Zoloft, I feel happier, calmer, less anxious about things, I look forward to things again, I enjoy things I had forgotten I cared about, I laugh more, I enjoy sex more (when I am depressed my mind is on other things whenever I wanted to have sex). I sleep whole nights, I used to wake up in the middle of the night EVERY night, and stay awake for 1-2 hours before falling asleep again.

I wish I had tried it sooner. Part of me wants to quit taking it now to see if I feel better still without the side effects (such as crazy vivid dreams, lower libido than when I am not depressed, yawning, etc.) but I think I am fooling myself. It is not perfect, but so much better than I could've hoped."


"Zyrtec worked well to control my seasonal allergies as well as allergies to dust, cats, etc. It seemed to work faster than Claritin. However, when I stopped taking Zyrtec, I developed severe itchiness all over my body. It took a couple weeks to get through the worst of it, but I am still itching after a month. It seems that my skin has become hyper-sensitive to detergents, soaps, contact with clothing, etc. It seems that certain other people are experiencing this as well."


"After being prescribed this medication, I read up on it and was afraid to take it. It stayed in my drawer for three months. Recently my depression and anxiety has become serious as several difficult events on my life are unfolding. I decided to start it. This is my first day and though it may have been a placebo effect, I wasn't particularly worried. I functioned very well at work, even laughed a bit and smiled. I had no adverse reaction. I'm at the eight hour mark and still feel pretty good considering the stressful situations in front of me. I'm on 150 for three days then to 300. I hope this will give me my life back"


"Took for one month in the midst of a deep depression (2 weeks at 20mg, then 2 weeks at 40mg).  It flipped me into a mixed mania - even worse - so I discontinued it, but not before it jacked my weight up 15 lbs."


"I was prescribed this medication for insomnia and depression. It worked great for the insomnia the first six months but then it no longer worked. I'm too sensitive to ssris medication so I thought this would be a great match until it stopped working. Also makes you perpetually hungry and prone to gain weight"


"I've been taking Effexor XR for 15 months for treatment of depression.  Initially, I wondered if there was a point and if it was making a difference.  I was very skeptical when I ran out during a storm, didn't receive mail, and my mail service pharmacy prescription arrived late. I felt like my head was "sloshing" and I was very sick to my stomach.  Missing a dose was awful.  But about a year after I began taking it, I noticed that I was back in control of my life and I felt like me but better than I remembered.  My friends say they saw a difference much sooner.  I don't know if the passage of time, monthly therapy, or the medicine is what helped me get my depression. I'm giving credit to Effexor XR."


"I will be 47 in two weeks and have been smoking since I was 14, that's THIRTY-THREE years. I was up to a pack and a half a day. I was super skeptical and a bit leery after reading the bad experiences some people had when using Chantix. I experienced no side effects other than feeling SLIGHTLY nauseated one morning because I had not eaten anything before I took it. I LOST CRAVINGS, no desire for the morning smoke before and with coffee from the second day and the 'cheat week' was much more than I needed. Those two drags off a cigarette I would take every now and then were pretty nasty and I would brush my teeth immediately. It was far easier to quit than I ever imagined. JUST DO IT!"


"I've been on this drug since I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at around twelve years old. It hasn't done anything especially dramatic or life changing. I am able to lose weight and I am not tired and sluggish. I don't believe I have experienced any of the known side effects. This drug works for me, that's all I can ask."


"I ve been taking this drug since June, 11, 2016. started .5 a day because of lack of supply. now i take 3 to 4 .5 mg a day and  still have seizures, Black outs, Mass confusion. the other day I blacked out hit my head and have no memory of the "fall" just the goose egg oh my head to prove it. Definitely helps with my anxiety, but Im still in pain every day. seeing doctor on tuesday july 19, 2016 hoping for better answers. The type of seizures i am having are abdominal based but spreads to full blown seize. is the abdominal pain my aura telling me HEY SEIZURE.??"


"My Wisdom teeth started too hurt and before they got pulled I couldn't stand the pain and the only thing that made it better was 2 vicodin pills before bed. The pain went away. "


"I had skyla inserted 7 months ago. The insertion was a nightmare. Hands down the absolute most horrific pain I've ever experienced in my life. Cried & begged to stop. I almost threw up/passed out. Actually terrified now of having it removed. My fiance drove us home & I took 800mg ibuprofen. The pain was dull the next day but still present. I had my period for a month after insertion & then have not experienced one since. entire 7th month I've had pretty intense cramping of what feels like my cervix. I checked & strings are still in place so I don't really know what's going on. My entire adult life I've been 86lbs & since having skyla inserted I have shot up to 105lbs. My skin also breaks out at an insane rate now so it's harder to maintain"


"I've been on the NuvaRing for almost 4 years with very few issues. I've never had a pregnancy scare but have had a few issues with bleeding/spotting in between periods especially if I leave the ring in for 4 weeks and try to skip my period. Now I follow the 28 day cycle (leave it in for 3 weeks, take it out for 1 week then put a new one in) and have no issues. I have never had issues with mood swings, weight gain etc. If you pay attention and use the ring in the way that's best with your body (leaving it in and skipping your period or taking it out and having your period) you shouldn't have any issues."


"I am 5'1" and weighed 192.2 when I saw the doctor. Exercise and dieting weren't helping me and he was concerned the weight may be the reason why my blood pressure is high and why my PCOS has been acting out. So he put me on Adipex-P and so far so good. I have lost 5 lbs in 10 days since starting the medication. I feel super energetic too."


"Feeling Great and normal"


"I love this medicine. Started working the same day that I started taking it- I have been on it for years. I am finding that the generic version is not as strong as the name brand. I was cavity free for years, but after I switched to generic I am having dental issues again. Also, the dry eye is coming back. "


"I got implanon as a teenager. After insertion (which hurt like hell) i had constant light spotting for 6 months. When I tried to get it taken out, the doctor couldn't find it. I went in a second time to a different GP and again he couldn't get it out. In the end I put up with it for about 2 years, and had to go under general anesthetic and have an operation in hospital to remove it- it was deep in the muscle and curved around itself. I now have a nasty scar as a result of cutting into the arm several times to have it removed.

Now many years later- I have been trying to concieve for over 10 months without success. Whether or not this is related I don't know- but I wish someone had been there to tell my 17 year old self to stay well away"


"I took it in the morning an had no impact for any of my classes and after I talked to my doctor she said to double the dosage and still saw no difference"


"The best antidepressant drug there is right now hands down and I have been on all of them. I take before I go to bed and sleep well and wake up and can do the things I need to do that I couldn't do before this drug. "


"Have been taking this for over 5 yrs and have found it to be pretty good overall. Have had no side effects like the ones mentioned here by others so it's obviously very individual. Have noticed recently tho that its effectiveness has been waning so am now on Mirap to try to boost my depression   am completely drowsy nearly all the time!?"


"As a long time chronic pain sufferer who has tried every preventative drug possible. This medication, whether in the form mentioned here or without the tylenol gives by far THE best, and most all purpose relief - with no side effects at all. It's a pity the press has made many doctors reluctant to utilize this medicine which gave me my life back relieving the most physical pain, and having a good, and not at all depressing effect on brain. I am not speaking of a "high" just the reverse of the exacerbation of depression one often feels when medicines do not work, and have the effect of worsening depression."


"If I could have one wish I would wish this medication back on market. Zelnorm helped my condition as no other medication had or as of now. Nothing I do will replace the relief of Zelnorm for my personal condition. PLEASE bring Zelnorm back on the market."