"The reason this shot is such an effective form a birth control is because it keeps you from sex. THAT'S RIGHT! The bleeding is so on and off that it's kept me completely abstinent! At first I thought this shot was the bomb, but seriously? I keep telling myself my body will adjust but I feel like I'm constantly on my period. It's messed up"


"I spent nearly a decade of my life in and out of rehabs and programs, losing jobs, ending up in hospitals, basically not being able to take care of myself and taking anyone who cared about me down with me.  I was usually sober but when I relapsed I would do so much damage in such a short amount of time it really didn't matter. I was recommended Naltexone.  I've been sober for almost 2 years now. Allows your mind to think rationally as far as alcohol and drugs are concerned. "


"No help with pain."


"I have been an Alcoholic and chronic relapser for over a year. My cravings never allowed me to put my 12 step program to work. But after a week on Naltrexone 50mg and my cravings have totally disappeared. NOTE: I still think should I have a drink but my desire to drink says nope I really don't need one. This medicine coupled with support is a win-win for me. I thank God for this medicine to allow me to decide I don't want a drink vs. making me throw up and be "punished" for drinking. "


"Just had a baby aug 11. I had the mirena put in oct 6. There was barely any pain. My Doct did tell me that women who have had a baby are able to have it done with a lot less pain."


"My Dr split the 2 meds up since my insurance would not cover Qsymia.  I took it for 8 days and decided I needed to stop.  I lost a few lbs but it wasn't because of appetite loss.  I was hungry all day.  I made myself choose to eat correctly.  On top of this I has HORRIBLE side effects.  It started with day 1.  I didn't feel well, extremely tired and could not get my thoughts together.  This continued each day along with dry mouth and dry itchy eyes.  My vision was weird and my eyes seemed to be extremely light sensitive.  My coworkers made comments to me every day regarding my eyes and why I kept making mistakes.  My brain was not functional.  I stopped taking topiramate and felt better the first day without it.  Had to have eyes checked"


"Implanon is very effective! This will be my 3rd year having it. Worst part is the irregular bleeding, sometimes I'll go 3 months no period & then the next 2 months I bleed a bit every other week.. And I would say my normal PMS is a bit worse & my breast are awfully sore but its bound to have some side effects. None of them are long-term issues but very unpredictable."


"I have been on Paxil for 13 years. This medication has saved my life. I was prescribed the medication for depression but recently, I was diagnosed with PTSD due to some things that took place when I served in the Marine Corps. I would be dead without this medicine. I am now on 60mg."


"I've been on nuvaring for almost 3 years and it has been the most convenient, with the least side effects. I've have lighter periods especially in the last yr or so. I know others say it helps with cramps as well, but my pain hasn't decreased as far as I can remember.

My husband says he feels it when we have sex, and when we get really energetic it tends to bruise him. I do find that the week before my period I get nauseous on and off during the day but that's may have nothing to do with the nuvaring at all.

Outside of that it's been a real awesome experience for me. No serious side effects."


"Worked at first reducing need for insulin.  However, never lost any weight. Started to have terrible pain in joints and back. I think there is some temporary worsening as I have quit it now."


"When I was seeing a doctor I would get 30 mg in the morning 30 mg in the afternoon and if I needed it 30 mg at night between those times I took 30 mg of instant release morphine three times a day if needed. This was better than just the methadone .I had no pain at all with with the methadone and no morphine with it I would say 1 to 10 I give it a 7 or 6 and that's the diskets I found that the liquid did not hold me as long and within 8 hours I was back in pain at least my pain is tolerable now"


"I was prescribed to use this once in the morning everyday and here we are 3 months later with no progress."


"This pill marked R351 amphetamines/dextroamphetamine doesn't have much effectiveness if any. I'm prescribed 2-20mg a day. This brand doesn't last very long maybe 1-2 hr per 1-20mg."


"I've had the skyla for about 3 months now. When I got it inserted I couldn't even go to work; it hurt so badly. The day after, the pain got imensely better. The only reason it hurts SO badly is because you are putting a FOREIGN OBJECT in a place where it doesn't belong. Afterwards I've had no problems with it. I get random (little to no) spotting and no prriods with this. I highly reccommend it."


"I went to the ER for a migraines I had for three days. I was given this medicine with Benadryl. What I noticed was the nurse gave me the Benadryl first through IV then Reglan. It worked really fast. No extra side effects. I also was given Toradol, it worked as well."


"I have always been anxious at public speaking, I was recently asked by a close friend to speak at his mothers funeral, I couldn't refuse but as the time came closer the anxiety was unbearable and I knew I couldn't go through with it without major panic and possible failure. I read public speaking tips and stumbled across reviews of medication. I went to see the doctor and asked about propranolol. He said I could try it and prescribed 10mg and advised me to try it to get the feeling and take up to a max of 40mg 2hrs before the funeral. I am so glad I did, this stuff is amazing, I only needed 20mg and it made me so calm, I was still nervous but only perhaps 4/10 instead of 10/10. I got through the speech without a problem and am so pleased."


"I was in a large amount of pain because of a bruised rib cage, it hurt to move, breathe, walk... well do almost anything.

I don't like narcotic drugs because they just mute pain, and pain is your body's natural feedback loop, saying "Hey, don't move that way... I'm still broken"

I am on a 75mg dose, and within hours I could breathe and move much better- magical stuff. Pain is still there, but more like a sore muscle at this point... not like the sharp barbed wire in my chest feeling it had been.

I have been eating with every dose, the doctor told me that this can be pretty harsh on your stomach if you are not careful.

Hopefully I can decease my dose in a week.

This is like a sledgehammer to inflamed tissue. No ill effects."


"Sex had become so painful and no matter how much lubricant we used it just did not work. I dreaded sex and had no desire for it. I suffered for 3 years. One my yearly exam with Gynecologist she told me I was fire engine red down there so we discussed Osphena.  After three days I noticed a difference. This is hard to share but I know feel like I am 30 down there LOL ( I am 50) . I have sexual urges again. I get lubrication just thinking about sex. My husband is thrilled and said its like before my menopause. I have nothing bad to say about this. It has given me back my sex life. I must admit I am worried about the side effects that can happen. So, I want to keep check ups regularly. I have heard some gain weight on this. I have not."


"After being on the pill for years, I decided to try the implanon for two reasons. 1: you don't have to remember to take the pill every day and 2: it is so much cheaper than the pill in Australia. The implanon was about $30 once off for three years and the pill costs me $75 for three months. At first I thought it was great because I didn't my period for the first two months. Then it became once a month, which I thought was still fine. But a year later I had it taken out because I was bleeding about 50% of the time in an almost 1 week on / 1 week off pattern. In addition, my skin broke out on my back so badly that my doctor put me on Minocycline. So I had to remember to take daily medicine anyway, and I've never had acne before."


"I've been on it for a month now and am just now starting to see some change. I don't "ruminate" on thoughts in my head over and over like I used to. Anxiety is cut in half. As time goes on anxiety lessens. Yet to see an instant weight change, am starting weight watchers and the gym so that will help, can't say that the medicines are doing that. One big downside is I don't like taking it twice a day. Around the timing of dose #2 I feel a little dizzy. Still, trying to hang in there for a bit to get the full effects of this medicine!"


"I was 49 when I began taking Accutane for moderate acne. My insurance company only approved 5 months treatment.  My dermatologist generally recommends 8 months but I was satisfied with my results at the end of my 5 month course.  I had the common side effects of chapped lips and dry itching skin. It's been 4 months post treatment and I'm still clear of bumps.  I don't regret my decision."


"This is a miracle product. I used to sweat through everything, work shirts, T-shirts, sweaters, you name it. I would have to take breaks throughout my day to dry my pits! I heard Drysol was good and it didn't disappoint. I can now wear whatever I want whenever I want with only one application per week. Furthermore it doesn't really itch or burn unless you massively over apply it. If you sweat a lot just get it dealt with with this."


"I had blissfully forgotten how much pain I had been living with before taking Cymbalta, until I ran out unexpectedly. Pretty short half-life. The pain was debilitating and constant; much worse were the very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms which took hold very quickly - won't list them as they probably were related to my brain trauma. Obviously it's best not to run out, but if so, be aware of the withdrawal symptoms and pain returning. The good news is that all that unpleasantness is gone relatively quickly: 2-3 days.

Another point: not covered by my insurance, and I take 90mg/day ($$$), but my G.P. spoke to Lilley (manufacturer) who agreed to provide me with 6 months worth at a time - gratis! Worth checking into."


"I have done this Efudex treatment three times over a 20 year time span. It is a hideous process but it beats the alternatives! KNIVES cutting you up in particular. I use and recommend AQUAPHOR instead of the expensive prescribed cortisone cream for a quicker more effective healing process. I think EFUDEX is Great!"


"I've taken other birth control pills to treat my acne, and this one is the worst that I've been taking so far and I hope to stop it as soon as possible.

The pills significantly decreased my menstrual blood flow. However, I've been bleeding straight for half a month.

I doubt if this works on acne. Immediately after taking my first pill, I had another severe acne breakout. I was at my home on spring break and I'm sure the breakout isn't from stress or the lack of sleep."


"I have been on this drug for a month or so now because of daily/ chronic headaches that started after I was in a motorcycle accident. 8 years of my life spent every moment with a headache and I have been everywhere for help even to the Mayo clinic and no one could find a medication to help me. Finally this was prescribed as a last attempt since it is not FDA approved to treat headaches and since I have had at least 2 weeks with a headache that is much more improved than before I can actually function most days now. This medication causes me to have severe muscle aches, weakness, fatigue, tingling in hands, feet and face along with nausea but its still better than how I was before."


"I started my Byetta experience in August of 2012 wearing a size 18/20 and standing at 5'2. Before April of 2013 I was wearing a size 14. I was feeling good, looking good, and energized! I had nausea but it didn't last it took two weeks to go away.  I experienced the thinning of my hair and hair loss with a different texture so I stopped Byetta because that was a No No for me to lose my hair. When I stopped the Byetta I gained more weight than I lost but my hair grew back and the texture was never the same again but I tell you this; I choose Byetta over hair loss,  I just wear a short pretty hairstyle. On Byetta, my A1C has gone from 8.4 to 6.9!"


"I have just started experiencing migraines and thought my life was over at first. Nothing was working and I couldn't be a wife to my husband or mom to my five year old daughter. Since starting this miracle drug as we call it, I am myself again.  The only side effect I am experiencing is having to pee a lot. I don't know if I am alone in that matter, but I would gladly substitute spending sometime in the potty then spending a whole day in the ER or in the bedroom in the dark."


"Worst mistake of my life!! I had one 3 month shot when I was 17 and I'm still regretting it (I'm 21 now). I was pretty much paralyzed while on it. I couldn't move on my own. I needed help to even sit up in bed. I missed so much school/work and cried almost all day every day. I was in so much more pain. I was constantly sick (vomiting, nausea, painful bowel movements, headaches, joint pains) and the menopause symptoms were absolutely crazy. I still to this day have stomach issues I didn't have before. I have bone density loss as well. I will never recommend this drug to any woman. It is not meant for us."


"Very bad urinary tract infection. Was given Septra after three days still not better.  Dr had me in office for IV Rocepehin. Problem cleared up within hours!"


"I've had 6 spine surgeries in 5 yrs. I suffer from neuropathy and nerve pain to severe levels. With this new trend, by an insensitive Congress, to take away opioids I couldn't imagine being without Lyrica. The only side effect is memory loss, only short term memory. I don't mind. If you suffered my pain you wouldn't either. I've never felt high and taken it for 5 yrs. 75mg x 3 daily. I'm grateful for it. I would suffer so bad w/o it."


"I am taking Lexapro for depression and bulimia. The first week of taking Lexapro my doctor had me on 10mg. Didn't have any negative or positive side effects. I was then bumped up to 20mg. After taking one of the 20mg, the next day my vision was very blurry. It was also getting difficult for me to urinate. (Didn't hurt, but felt like I needed to go ALL the time) I talked to my doctor and she didn't think Lexapro had anything to do with my vision so went back down to 10mg for a week. No negative side effects so went back to 20mg (hoping my body got use to it). No blurry vision this time, but it was still difficult to urinate. The doctor had me get off of it and not even 3 days later I was back to "normal" when it came to using the restroom. Depression was better though. Bulimia..no effect."


"I've been taking Doxycycline 50 mg once a day for my acne for about 3 weeks now and I'm finally seeing results. My skin is looking so good and better than ever. I'm so happy I can cry. The first 2 weeks seemed to almost make it worse but I didn't give up and I'm glad I didn't. I recommend it!"


"I had been on Saxenda for about 7 months and lost 40lbs.  I didn't experience the nasty side effects until I nearly died from pancreatitis.  My lipase shot to nearly 24000 and the pain was worse than anything that I ever experienced.  Please understand that this is possible and weigh that carefully into your decision."


"I have been taking this medicine since before Christmas and the side effects are awful from feeling sick, really eggy belching and really bad wind that keeps me awake as anyone else experienced this and how long did it last ???"


"I hated this birth control!! If you already have had experience with depression steer clear away from this!! It will mess with your entire emotions! If you do have this already and are experiencing depression it's not yourself It's the birth control do yourself a favor and get rid of this pronto! The sooner the better! I was a mess while on this and right when I got it out it I felt so much better!"


"I got the Mirena about a year and 1/2 ago, and everything started out great. I had a couple periods and then they stopped, which was nice! The only downside was at about a year in I started to get very depressed and have anxiety attacks. They just came out of nowhere. So I got the Mirena taken out about a month ago and the symptoms have gone."


"I have taken off/on for several years, no problem, but recently I took because I had Crab meat and than few days later a hamburger; I don't these very often because of gout.  I took the medicine for the crab meat and awoke with severe itching in my hands and some swelling.  When I had the hamburger I again took the medicine, this time not only did my hands itch and swell; my entire body did, including my tongue.  Apparently I can never take this medicine again, just have to stay away from any of the foods on the no-no list."


"Took this for several years whenever I was younger.  Worked perfectly, no problems.  Was able to get off of medication due to lifestyle changes.  After about 3 years, I had to get put back on it and it didn't interact well with me at all the second time around.  After 3 days of taking it, I would start to get a pain in my stomach that was so severe, I could barely stand.  It lowered my blood pressure, but the pain was intense.  2 days after stopping taking it, the pain would go away completely.  Tried a few times to start retaking it, but every time met with the same results."


"I have used stayxn for 2 yrs the last 2 times it has not seemed the same, poor results.  The pill seemed different, it dissolved much faster and got a poor erection.  Have they changed anything?"


"This is the worst experience in my life!!! I thought I'm dying when I put this Miconazole suppository!!! I woke up at 3 am and everything was itching and burning so terrible!!!! I washed it away. And on the second day my labia became swollen and red!! And huge!!! I took prednisone and used hydrocortisone cream because it got worse and worse."


"The NuvaRing is a great contraceptive if you don't like being yourself. My mood swings were unpredictable and nasty. It was very effective due to the fact that the ring started causing abrasions in my vagina, making it nearly impossible to have sex; it hurt so bad I was reduced to tears several times. I lost my sex drive almost completely and seven months later I am still struggling to get my sex drive back. In addition, my hair began falling out in a patch by my forehead. I would not recommend this to anyone. To me, it's not worth the risk of the side effects you could face."


"Took a 50 mg last night before bedtime for the 1st time. Woke up like a zombie, my top lip numb, in a fog, soda taste metallic. I can't function on this medicine. I function better with migraines. I am a receptionist, and about to fall asleep at my desk."


"No experience yet I barely started taking it-  last Sunday. They prescribed Lyza due to I'm diabetic T2"


"Here we go again.

I switched off generic Seasonale to Sprintec because I had constant breakthrough bleeding. I'm advised to take Sprintec for 9 weeks and then go on the placebos. 3 weeks after starting the actives, I start spotting. Last cycle, I bled the entire time after that 3 weeks and went through panty liners like toilet paper. The cramps were constant as well as the bleeding.  I'm considering staying off birth control because I am sick of bleeding all the time.

Also, Sprintec really screwed with my emotions. I cycle between being normal and being depressed and it's putting heavy strain on my relationships.  It makes me incredibly apathetic and zaps my energy so I don't even feel like showering."


"40mg for Schizoaffective Disorder: Somewhat improved my paranoia, insomnia and intrusive thoughts. However it made my body feel extremely tense and agitated. I can hardly describe how horrendous this feeling was, like every cell in my body was screaming, like I needed to physically explode. I would try to pace around to relieve it, but nothing worked, and I felt exhausted at the same time, so I would lie down, but the feeling was unbearable so I would get right back up again. It was maddening. My pdoc gave me a beta blocker to make it go away, but that didn't work. After a month on this med I just quit it cold turkey as I was terrified of it, felt like I could not handle one more night of feeling that way."


"My boyfriend and I had a drunkem night of sex (oops) and I took this as soon as I got up and out of the house in the morning. My period did not come immediately, but it did!!! And a very painful one. Aftera works like a charm! Same active ingredients as plan b."


"Suspected for months if not a couple of years low levels of testosterone (I am 46). Anyway, was tested a couple of times and levels were slightly below minimum. Got started on 12/30/11 with Testim. I am pretty self conscious of the scent. Anyway, I found myself wanting intimacy for the first time in months and we were both home! This took place a few hours after my first application. Could it be placebo effect? Anyway, managed to feel good the remainder of the day and into the evening. Had a big meal and found myself polishing off a dish that previously I would have not finished previously (interesting). I woke up two times after falling asleep to empty my bladder which is a rare event but noted side effect. So far so good!"


"I fell back in 2007 and did a lot of damage to my neck and back.  Since then, I've suffered tension headaches that are absolutely debilitating.  I have to curl up in a cold, dark, quiet place and wait for them to end, like others, usually between 3-6 days.  I've tried everything.  Heat, ice, physical therapy, trigger point therapy, visualization, exercise, core strengthening, significant weight loss (100 lbs), relaxation techniques, psychologists, and medication after medication.  I had a doctor prescribe Fioricet a couple of months ago.  My headaches aren't "cured," but I can definitely function if I have to now.  I only take them when I have to though.  No withdrawal symptoms yet at all.  I do get insomnia though."


"I got nexplanon in June 2015 because it seemed like it would be easy and private rather than having to take the pill every and not having to carry it with me on vacation with family members and such. My gynecologist told me it would stop my period after 6 months and it would be slightly irregular until then. Well 2 weeks after I received it, I started spotting nonstop for the next month. I then stopped for 2 weeks again but then I started spotting again and have not stopped since. Also, I have gained 6 lbs so far. I was at 154 and was able to maintain my weight for a whole year until I began this birth control and it seems no matter what I can't get this weight off. I do also feel bloated ALL THE TIME. Needless to say, it's coming out soon."


"After 13 years of suffering chronic pain and exhausting a lot of other pain meds including Norspan patches, I was prescribed Tapentadol SR (palexia). I take up to 450mgs a day and it works... definitely not in as much pain. Apart from constipation and fatigue it seems to be the best one I've tried."


"I react different than others on most Meds.  I took Vraylar for 4 days it helped with my moods but the side effects out weighed the good to it. It made me sick to my stomach, couldn't drive, had to sleep throughout the whole day, hot flashes, dehydration.  It was horrible and I couldn't handle how bad it made me feel."


"Took twice a day for 7 days infection cleared up."


"This medicine is the only medicine that I find to help with the pain."


"I've been on the shot for about 9 years on and off. What I mean by on and off is that I take about 3 shots instead of 4 shots a year. I started doing this because after the 1st year of being on the shot I found out I had precancerous cells in my cervix. Not positive that the shot caused this but I give my body a break for several months before I start again. Every time I start the cycle again I get a different side-effects. I usually have a very high sex drive during the 1st month and 1/2, I always have acne, always have mood swings and depression, sometimes I get headaches, and I gain weight continuously regardless of diet and exercise."


"I've struggled with Restless Leg Syndrome and Insomnia for 14 years. This medication knocked me out! It stopped my legs from jerking and put me to sleep. The only problem is that the first day after I took it, I'd never been so groggy in my life. I could not walk straight and was lethargic all day. The next day the grogginess wasn't as bad and my doc said that that side effect will decrease soon. Other than that, I feel like this is a miracle for restless legs syndrome and insomnia. It's been a 14 year struggle for me but this is the first time anything has helped."


"I've been on this for I think four months now? Before taking it I had a weird issue where I had spotting that lasted for months. By my first week on Falmina, the weird spotting went away. However, I started bleeding a few days before my first round of placebos, and then my first period on the pills was absolute hell. I missed classes due to excruciating cramps and uncontrollable bleeding. I used both NyQuil and Tylenol but still rolled with pain for the better part of a week. Despite that, every month since has been absolutely lovely. Since starting Falmina, my libido has risen considerably, which is nice for both me and my partner. On top of that, the pills have fixed the issue that I originally took them for. A  (except the bad period)"


"I got a migraine that lasted for 15 days straight. Finally, my mom suggested that maybe they were stress related because I had had several huge events happen in a short amount of time (got married, graduated from college, and started a job nannying 5 young children).  I finally went to the doctor and he put me on amitriptyline.  I take 25mg every night before bed. I have been taking it for a month, and have only had one migraine, which occurred 3 days after I started taking the medication. Occasionally I notice drowsiness in the morning, I have to get quite a bit of sleep for it to wear off, which I'm completely fine with. I haven't noticed any other side effects. It's AMAZING!"


"I had a few small reactions, but it took care of it, and it was gone after some sleep"


"Fixes it right away every time."


"What a complete waste of money! The first night I took it I slept for four hours, the second night I took it I did actually sleep for six hours..it's 2:30 in the morning and I'm still wide awake the third night."


"Love this medication has changed my life. Only down fall is the bad taste. "


"I've been on nuvaring one month so far I love it! No weight gain yet, my skin is staying clear, increased sex drive a lot, I feel a bit sad but I've felt like this since the birth of my son 6w ago. Overall I would recommend this to any woman looking for birth control"


"I've always had good luck with ery-tabs. For myself, being allergic to penicillin and derivatives there of, this drug is a great replacement for amoxicillin."


"The 15 mg did nothing for me. Doc increased it to 30. I take on an empty stomach because that's the only way it hits me. Yes there are vivid dreams but after 43 years of never feeling I got to the dream stage I love the dreams! I've been on ambien. Another good one but only lasts a couple hours. This should keep you sleeping all night. I do notice a little irrability first thing in a.am but within an hour I'm fine. I've also been on sonata, Lunesta and belsomra that did nothing for me. This drug won't knock you out. You just feel that heavy eyes feeling. High recommend!"


"I have been using Androgel pump since July 2008.  The first few months I noticed no changes with my mood, motivation or sexual interest.  The Urologist had to adjust the dose a few times to have the right blood levels of testosterone.  Once this was achieved I have been feeling great.  I noticed a big difference in my sex drive (almost a night/day difference from day one).  Lately my muscle mass has been increasing, almost like being on steroids.  I do quite a bit of manual labor and my arms have gotten huge.  I have lost just about all of the spare fat around my waist and my mood has been right on track with how I was when I was younger. I'm so glad I had the motivation to seek help when I did."


"started trulicity one month ago.  daily blood levels are very positive.  side effects have been bothersome.  very tired second and third day after the shot.  can not overeat or stomach discomfort. woozy when first stand up.  when i was taken off all meds i felt great but my numbers were high (over 200) in morning.  I am going to try the med until i get my a1c reading in december."


"Fixing to get this thing out next week and I've had it for a year . I get the sharpest pain I've ever been in at least once a month and sometimes it makes me throw up . I would not recommend the Skyla AT ALL !!!!"


"I been on it for almost two years I haven't gotten a period since I've been on it but now I'm getting a lot spotting for the past few weeks. I have no sex drive what so ever and I have gain 50 pounds. I have a lot of mood swings"


"I have been taking Savella (now on 100mg daily) for about a month and a half. I noticed positive results within 3 days. Now, I am able to cope better, things that would have unnerved me or overwhelmed me (freeway driving, stress at work) I can handle much easier. Now I hardly ever cry. I have had one or two days where I "crashed" from overdoing it and was exhausted, but overall I have been able to do the things that I could only think about doing before. I am more able to clean house, cook meals, THINK clearly and walk further. But most importantly, I am able to actually enjoy life. I'm sure I'm not the only one who felt like I wasn't able to feel happiness or joy, NOW I DO. The evening dose I take at 4pm or it keeps me up at night."


"I am 23.  I went on Mirt after trying Zoloft and a few other anti-depressants in the past.  I was having extreme health anxiety and nocturnal panic attacks; basically anxiety that completely took over my life.  Compared to the side effects Zoloft game me Mirtazapine was amazing at first.  It was like an instant calming effect after taking it.  I stopped having the nocturnal panic attacks... However; I have hypersomnia and went from panic to oversleeping and bad dreams. Sadly, it was just too much for me.  If you have insomnia I bet this med would be perfect for you... It was great for my anxiety. Unfortunately had to switch. Give it a try though! I loved it besides the sleep issue."


"Took this med along with phenazopyridine and after 4 days had no problems, so far. As soon as I started to take it, the pain, chills and burning all went away.  What a relief!  I seem to get urinary tract infections at 3-4 a.m. when you can't go to the office, so I asked for a refill on both.  Now all I have to do is keep it handy because knowing me, I'll get it again next year.
I'm going to try the cranberry pills for urinary health and see if I can avoid taking meds in the future."


"Felt so sick to my stomach, laid in bed for 2 weeks, I experienced bloating, nausea, couldn't eat. Cramping was serious, I suffered from chills, fever, aches and pains. Headache was also present, made me feel lightheaded also. Couldn't function. "


"I had to take two and they did not start working for a hour and minimal pain relief lasted for about two hours. I have extreme pain for the first three days of my cycle where I am at a point of wondering if I should go to the ER."


"I have had the implanon for 5 years (2 different ones of course) and I have had no serious problems with it. The only thing that is annoying is when it takes 3 months for my period to come. I'm constantly anxiously waiting for my period to come so that I know I'm not pregnant. But I haven't gotten pregnant yet being on it!"


"I was hospitalized and put on this medicine approximately 2 years ago. I did great on this medicine. I did start the teeth grinding but not severe. I tried to give it up because of that side effect although I only did it while laying down getting ready for sleep and a few times during the day. I didn't get that exercise high anymore since it made me sort of sedated during exercise. I did get hungrier more often and gained about ten pounds but overall this medicine has decreased my anxiety and I hardly ever get panic attacks anymore. I tried other medicines but want to stay on this medicine because even though the side effects of weight gain etc. I love the way it relaxes me at night and helps me to sleep."


"I am on two AAPs for my bipolar. Zyprexa which handles my anger, and Latuda which helps my intrusive thoughts. I have only been on it for a little over a month. Was on 40mg, was convinced that it wasn't doing anything for me and told my psych I wanted to come off of it. She tapered me down to 20mg for a week and was supposed to stop after that. After reducing down to 20mg the intrusive thoughts returned. I went back to my old ways of blockading my front door out of fear of an intruder, and not leaving my apt at night (zero rational reasoning for my actions). Called my dr and went back up to 40mg as of today. Will not be quitting."


"I'm 31 and have been taken Lexapro before I wanted to go with something cheaper. My doctor prescribed a generic citalopram. I have been on that for about 7 months now. I can tell you I notice a difference in the 2 medications. Lexapro allows me to feel more motivated to get things done and generally helps me focus with less stress, while citalopram has had not much effect other than weight gain and still at times I get really irritable. Being a single father of 2 I'm going to ask my doctor to place me back on Lexapro so I will feel more proactive and not like a bump on a log that doesn't care."


"I was on this pill for a little over a year. It cleared my acne very well, it worked perfectly to prevent pregnancy (noted that I NEVER missed a pill and was NEVER more than 3 hours late.) I never had any negative side effects with this pill. Only thing that it did not solve was my awful period cramps. Did lessen my heavy bleeding, though."


"Since my ins. does not cover I buy from Canada - under Brintellex - it is $309/3mo 20mg and I split pills. If you do this, don't mention splitting pills to Dr as that is not permitted by manufacturer due to their profits. Anxiety is lowered & I lost weight. I no longer crave food/ binge eat at night, and no desire to drink anymore. Started at 5mg 1st week, then 10mg. Tried SSRIs in past, none worked. The Trentillex has mild sex side effects slowing arousal, but still can get orgasms. Made me vomit twice. I get dizzy and feel nausea within 2 hours after I've taken it. Taking with food helps. Makes me thirstier and sweat more during workouts and burp. The only other med. which helped my anxiety with no sex side effects was pricey Ketamine infusion"


"I tried using following generic hypnotic medicines: zolpidem, zaleplon, nitrazepam, midazolam, and also Xanax and Klonopin. None of these worked well with me. After my psychiatrist prescribed me with Seroquel 25mg I sleep every night like a little baby. Plus Seroquel is non-addictive and it also helps with benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms, since all drugs I used before were benzodiazepins. The only thing that bothers me with Seroquel is the fact that it slows my mind a little bit and this is especially evident in the morning."


"I went to the dr suspecting I had a kidney infection due to high grade fever and severe constant lower back pain. Urinalysis came back clean but the Dr still prescribed me this. To be honest, the side effects from this were much worse than my initial symptoms. My stomach is bloated, constantly gurgling, and in a lot of pain. I feel nauseous and have nonstop diarrhea. Even though I'm terrified of antibiotic resistance, I only took it for 2/10 days and called my pharmacist and asked if I could stop because I was so miserable. A few day without taking it and I'm still experiencing these awful side effects. I'm no stranger to stomach discomfort as somebody with IBS and acid reflux, but these side effects are no joke."


"I have peripheral neuropathy and pain throughout my body. I have been on Norco 350/7 mg 6 x day and 20 mg. Oxycontin 3 times a day. Most days it helps the pain tremendously. There are days that nothing much helps though. Luckily that is not that common. My pain management Doctor has been good working with me and getting me the help I need. Overall Oxycontin has helped my quality of life."


"I loved taking Dexilant. It stopped my heartburn and acid reflux immediately. After about a year I think I linked it to chronic chest pain symbolic of a heart attack. This medication worked for my irritable bowel syndrome too, I was not constantly in the bathroom and began feeling normal again. Unfortunately my Dr changed my medicines to see if my chest and side pain would go away. Now its just a waiting process again. When switching meds I also noticed my acid reflux came back worse then before though. I have mixed feelings but for acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome I believe its a miracle but if my pains are related to Dexilant I would have to drop my rating some."


"Worked just fine. Made me feel a little hungry, it was a little pricey but what can you do? Oh well at least my peeing doesn't hurt any more."


"I had botox in my bladder because of nerve damage in my back i had to go sometimes every five minutes and could not leave the house.

Its four months after first treatment. I still can not urinate at all unless I self cath. Sometimes five times a day sometimes ten when i take water pill for heart condition. Cant get answers if this is normal"


"I was put on this pill to regulate my period but I was on my period when the doctor gave it to me. I have not stopped bleeding for 3 weeks straight. I started the pill a week ago and I find it gets worse the cramps the bleeding and blood clots. I'm emotionally drained and tired all the time and feel sick. I've been on a birth control to stop bleeding before and it worked within 2 to 3 days. I don't know when I'm going to stop bleeding hopefully soon. I'm getting so tired of it. I just want to feel normal again."


"It works great. The only down side is the pseudoephedrine, which causes horrible headaches and ruins my sleep."


"This medication works fine it just makes me really drowsy and I yawn so much,it also makes me go to the restroom more. Other than that it works fine"


"Zyprexa worked really well in terms of removing the paranoia and the suspiciousness. Made me normal within a period of 2-3 weeks. The only problem I feel with regard to this medicine is the weight gain issue. I think this medicine in combination with mirtazapine has made me put on weight in a few weeks. Yes, and also my prolactin level was well above the normal range. In the starting this made me tired and I had problems waking up on time. Apart from these few side effects it is a really good anti-psychotic."


"Lost my first kidney 5 years ago two months ago cancer was found in my remaining kidney. It had metastasized to my brain and lungs. Had gamma knife surgery on brain tumor. Started votrient about 1 month ago. Side effects include fatigue and high blood pressure.So far doing well on 800 milligrams. Have lost about 45 pounds I know now I need to eat regular meals in order to keep up my strength. This also helps with the fatigue. So far lab work looks good looking for the best results with votrient"


"I have had Gerd with a hiatial hernia for a lot of years. Prevacid is the only thing that has truly helped me."


"After taking fenofibrate for 3 months all of my cholesterol levels are completely normal with no side effects."


"I am 23 years old and recently had a medial meniscus transplant on my right knee. It is an exceptionally painful procedure since they must drill into capsule of your joint. Percocet worked wonders for me. "


"Works for me, I think it is safe to take regularly."


"Mirapex helps me."


"I received a script Acetaminophen and Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325 mg / 5 mg after oral surgery, and I must say that the level of relief was disappointing at best.  The surgeon prescribed 1 every 6 hours, and I couldn't take the pain, though I tried to do it, but finally called the doctor, and told him my problem.  He increased it to 1 every 4 hours, and I sort of feel that I'd like to double the dose, but it's working reasonably well, but I can reasonably deal with the pain, though I wish it worked a bit better.

I don't like the buzz this stuff is causing, but I can live with it.  Hopefully, I can get off this by the time I'm done with the script."


"Recently switched to Zubsolv 8.6 after 3 years on 12mg Suboxone strips. My doctor and I had discussed making the first move in the weaning process, and when my insurance no longer would pay for Suboxone but would pay on Zubsolv, this seemed like the most natural progression.  It is reported that Zubsolv has greater bioavailability than Suboxone.  For me it has thus far been a fairly smooth transition.  I continue to have no cravings, nor have I experienced any W/D symptoms."


"Initially, it worked great. When the doses were administered close together, I rarely had a flare, and when I did they were very mild. As the time between infusions was increased, I began to have more frequent and severe flares.

My Rheumatologist and I are currently working to adjust the dosing schedule."


"I've been taking this for just 8 days and it WORKS.

I am 5'8 and weighed 79.3 kilos at my height.. when I weighed myself day before yesterday I weighed 77.2

These pills work because they FORCE the fat out of you and if you eat bad food they don't care where you are or what you're doing at that second... you WILL sh** yourself!

I have a Fitbit and have been making myself walk back from work 25 mins each day so together with normal days walking also average 5-6 miles.

So lost over 2 kilos without a lot of effort in just over a week.

These really work. I'll be buying some more until the beer belly that haunted my late twenties is slayed and I can see my abs again!  :-)"


"Have had Dilaudid squirted in my IV at the hospital.  Works immediately within seconds and can rid you of all kinds of awful pain.  It will allow a peaceful sleep, and you will be staying in a laying down position anyway because it makes you feel so loopy.  After about two hours it wears off a lot but you still feel better than you did.  Also, it can slow down your bowel movements.  As with any pain med, best to get along without it, but if you desperately need it sometimes then this is a huge relief."


"1983 sub zero air temps, transmission fluid blew into my husbands eyes/face. Burns all over his face. Silvadene cream applied and you honestly could not tell within 48 hours that he's had burns!  We've used it over the last 29 years as sparingly as possible when needed on various cooking burns.  "


"I was prescribed 50mg for the first week and 100 every day afterwards. After the sertraline took effect I went from having usually daily anxiety attacks to having one approximately every 2 months, which is definitely a huge improvement and much more manageable. The only side effects I had were some appetite loss (which was very much needed since I was borderline obese before) and the usual sexual dysfunction, but that wore off after a couple of months."


"I've been on the pill for over three weeks and the side effects are horrible. I've gained 10 lbs in just these three weeks. I've been bloating really bad and thought I was pregnant. I originally got on this pill for mainly my acne and the pill made it worse. I've woken up with terrible migraines and being nauseous. My moods swings are bad and sometimes I'm depressed because of the weight gain. I couldn't ride my horse the soreness of my breasts were terrible. I'm thinking about getting off this pill and trying a difference one."


"I started getting migraines in the military. The clinic doctor did not know what they were and was just given a bunch of pain pills that only lowered the pain a little.  I suffered for many years downing anything I could get. About 15 years later I got insurance and saw a neurologist and diagnosed them as migraines and gave me a script for Zomig. It worked GREAT. Then within a year the company folded and I was out of insurance again. When I found out about the VA they started giving me Zomig & got my migraines under control again & started to work on my other problems.  "


"Worked great for cough but gave me severe diarrhea which kept me up all night. Would have rather had cough."


"This drug caused me pain and blood in stool. It provided no benefit for me. I will never take this drug again."


"It was okay, I took it for 15 years then they changed it 2 years ago and I cannot take it anymore."


"WOW, No side effect . Lost 27 lbs in 6 mos"


"I've suffered from acne since I was 11, and I am now 16. My dermatologist prescribed me doxycycline twice a day when I was 15. After a few weeks of faithfully taking it like she said, my skin started to clear up nicely. I still proceeded to have a few blemishes but nothing major. After three months, my dermatologist took me off doxycycline after seeing my improvement. She left me with the topical Ziana. My skin stayed pretty good after that. But about two months later, my acne started to get worse again. The Ziana didn't help me at all. So she gave me a new topical but it just dries my skin out very badly so I don't use it often. Last week, she put me back on doxycycline. No improvement yet, but I'm hoping it will clear my skin up."


"As a lunch lady, I use my hands extensively & they ache! Also have severe arthritis in my AC joints. I tried many cheap, generic meds for OA, with no relief. Doc gave me a sample pack of Duexis & I've been taking it ever since. Only thing that works for me. With the co-pay coupon that is offered, it's a no brainer!"


"Latuda was horrible in my case. I was so wound up I couldn't sleep or sit down. I had what felt like all day long panic and even a Xanax didn't stop it. I was sweating and hyperventilating and felt a constant choking sensation I think from panicking. This is my experience it may be someone else's miracle drug. It did ease the depression and mood swings but the side effects were not worth it. On the plus side I gave it a 3 because I was never hungry and dropped 20 pounds."


"With the death of my mom in June 2009 I immediately started having nausea and vomiting, couldn't eat, couldn't concentrate. I thought I was dying myself.  Every time I tried to go to sleep I could feel my heart beating furiously through my chest.  I wanted to die myself. My Doctor finally prescribed Xanax after a horrible episode of just trying to drive home from his office. I had to stop about 20 times because I was crying so bad. He said I was suffering from PTSD. Without Xanax I do not think I would have been able to handle all the legal paperwork that I had to do, plus work. Now in 2010 we had to close our business and have lost my job. The whole episode has started up again. I hope the increased dose will help and I can continue my life."


"I have been taking Lexapro 10mg for 4 months for anxiety and panic attack disorder with mild OCD. The panic attacks went away completely and my anxiety was lessened. I am no longer walking around with a constant lump in my stomach and I feel stable. I had chest pains from the anxiety and they also went away after a month on Lexapro. If you experience side effects in the beginning please try to stick it out it is worth it. I had some side effects (restlessness, insomnia, worsening of panic episodes, dry mouth and sweating) but they went away after 4 weeks. The only bad thing about Lexapro is the weight gain. I gained 12 lbs in 2 months. Recently I had to up my dose to 15mg, when my dad died and I started feeling anxious again. Good luck all."


"I'm on day 10 of champix, I read Allen Carrs book last week which spurred me on to throw a nearly full pack of cigarettes onto the fire Saturday night. The book put me into the frame of mind and Champix gave me a helping hand. I only stopped 2 days ago so its very early days, but I'm surprised at how easy it has been. I have been lucky so far with side effects..some very vivid dreams and feeling a bit low..things I can push on through if it helps me achieve my goal of being a non smoker!"


"I have been on this for a week now with no side affects. I watch what I eat and stay away from carbs and sugars. I will be getting married in June and have been trying to loose weight since last summer by following the SOS diet very strictly and going to the gym 4 times a week and not much change. So far I am down 3 lbs. in week one. I'm hopeful for the first time in a long time!!!"


"I just started taking Topamax. So far it's not too bad. The headaches are getting a little better and the side effects aren't bad. The only thing I'm having trouble with is differentiating between dreams and reality. my dreams seem so real, like it happened. I hope it gets better with time."


"Wow! That's all I can say. I had my doubts. Withdrawals- fever, cold sweats, chills, dilated pupils, upset stomach, shakes, extreme anxiety, loss of appetite, should I say more - well I did not have one of them. Suboxone - a miracle drug."


"I have suffered from panic attacks for 25 years, I was almost 6 years free of them in celexa after years of Ativan   So I went on klonipin and I think it works very good , slow at first but 1-1.5 mg a day and I feel like I have my life back.  Very good."


"Cymbalta saved my life 2 times.

I've been taking those pills (60 mg) for both cases of depression. Everytime this drug worked like a miracle on me. It made me come back to normal. I have felt almost none side effects. First week, just diahrrea, some ticklings and a bit of tinitus. Nothing annoying at all. Then, everything went to normal again. I'm here in part thanks to Cymbalta."


"I was very sceptical about using differin cream as I had done a lot of reading and has obviously read about the dreaded initial breakout! A side note, I am also on lymecycline 408mg (tetracycline is the same) and I'm on lucette bc. When I first started using it I left it on for an hour, to see how my skin reacted, then washed it off. I have been leaving it on overnight now for about a week and a half. Yes, I have broken out. Any worse than usual? No. In fact the breakouts healed, were less aggressive and red. Currently the only side effect I've got is the corners of my mouth are a bit sore and dry. My skin is very soft where I use the cream. My advice, start slow! And use it so sparingly!! Literally the tiniest bit. I am pleased so far. :)"


"I find that Keppra has reduced my seizures - Grand Mals - but I occasionally lose the ability to reason, wonder where I am. It also has considerably increased my weight. I am on Lamictal also. There is the odd mood swing but I attribute that to Lamictal. My headaches are just about the same. No significant change in using it. I've been on it five years now."


"I have post essential thrombocythemia myelofibrosis.  Jakafi  has my platelet count and white cell count normal again.  However, it caused my red cell count to go way too low and so am on Procrit shots to avoid transfusions.  I am very fatigued after the slightest physical activity.  I gained about 10 pounds and get pimples from it.  Jakafi instantly got rid of my joint aches and pains."


"I am 49 yrs old and was diagnosed RA last Sept after a spring/summer of hell.  Pain started in knees, then hands, wrists , elbows, feet and worst of all one shoulder. I was crawling before started on a 12.5 mg of Methotrexate, folic acid, steroids, etoricoxib & amitriptyline at night. November -no change, apart from terrible fatigue. My dose was increased to 20mg per week with more folic acid and a general steroid injection.

I felt improvement at the end of Jan17- with pain still in my hands and feet.  I went back to work for a few hours a week...big mistake. The fatigue has been tough and I have a lot of muscle wastage and my hands and feet hurt a lot.
I will be seeing the consultant tomorrow, fingers crossed - although that hurts!"


"Hi, I have been taking 5mg escitalopram for two months,my anxiety is lower, but I have headfog, racing thoughts and I can't concentrate. Also I had insomnia.  I don't know whether I should  keep taking it because I am  feeling that is doesn't work for me. My doctor says that works and  I have to be positive and give it a time.  I am confused and disappointed. I am in college and can't study for exams,  that makes me more negative and depressed :/"


"Destroyed my back and a few other things in a horrible accident. Need 4 fusions and disk replacements also neck issues. Used Percocet's and MS contin for about 4 years. Did not up my dose but they do not work after about a year. Went on Suboxone then Subutex because the suboxone gave me headaches! Subutex at 2MG 2 times a day is a lifesaver for me with pain. It does not get rid of all of my pain I still take Advil and Alive just for breakthrough pain  but it lets me live a fairly normal life without getting surgeries which docs say are 50/50 chance of feeling better!~ Only problem is some docs do not understand in Europe the are using this for pain already USA is behind."


"I'm a 21 year old college student. I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy without Cataplexy recently, even though it's been there basically my whole life. I'm currently on 250mg Nuvigil in the morning, and he's going to add another medication soon to help my brain sleep at night. Since I have such anxiety levels and it affects my sleep. It has helped me stay awake in class, but I still can't focus. I really don't feel much difference. I still take naps a few times a day, and I feel like the medication wears off by around 2:00PM and then I'm falling asleep again. The side effects I'm feeling are daily migraines, extreme cotton mouth, and sometimes an upset stomach."


"I guess Im one of the few who didn't see a difference in my depression while taking Lexapro. It did wonders for my anxiety attacks, but my depression never went away. Also, if you start taking Lexapro, please consult your doctor if you plan or need to stop for any reason. The withdrawal can be a little harsh."


"I've been on Otezla for 10 months now and I'm 95% clear. I had really bad psoriasis on both feet and some on hands. Also loss some weight. Since taking this medication my glucose has steadily gone up so my pcp put me on metformen which is not helping. Has anyone been dx with diabetis after taking Otezla? Please let me know bc the drs say its not related but I have read a few users that this has happened to like me. Also I'm having some back pains. Thanks
"


"I was prescribed doxepin for my depression and around the time that my doxepin was introduced, I started sleeping worse than I had been ( I had used to be able to fall asleep easily with the trazodone I took, but upon taking the doxepin, I was finding myself unable to even fall asleep) and when the doctor increased the dose because it had stopped working for my depression, I ended up with full blown insomnia where I couldn't fall asleep most days and if I did manage to fall asleep halfway through the night, I couldn't stay asleep. About a week after I stopped the doxepin, my insomnia started going away"


"Great nasal spray, It does take time for it to start working, so do not expect instant results, but once it starts to work, it's a great nasal spray. My sinus allergies are so much better, I do have a nasal bleed from time to time, but my doctor said to use some saline spray or vaseline on a swab and put inside my nose. I will continue to use Flonase as long as my Dr. Feels it's necessary. I would highly recommend it! But do remember, it takes time to start working, it has to build up."


"I've had Skyla for about 5 months and have mixed feelings about it. The insertion wasn't that big of a deal (uncomfortable but tolerable) but it's the side effects I've been having issues with. First of all, I bled everyday for the first two months along with horrible cramps. It's gotten better since but I still spot a lot. I'm a person who has always had strong reactions to hormonal bc and I am starting to notice mood swings and an overall more sad mood than normal. I don't know if this is bc of Skyla but it probably is because it's not like me to feel like this. I also have lost about 15 pounds and know I have an ovarian cyst which I never had before. I'm considering getting it out even though it's nice to not take a daily pill."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I cannot chug-a-lug anything fast and have to depend on a straw.  This was the easiest prep I have taken yet.  Yes, it tastes pretty bad but I experimented and also used a lot of the comments already on this website.
1.  Refrigerate as soon as you can. Told by the nurse that you DON'T have to take with water. I used strong sweet tea, added chipped ice. Drank as much at a time as I could, then had a cold banana ready and sucked it for a while.  Then continued until finished.
2.  For the 2 16oz  used Ginger Ale for the first 16 oz then Diet Coke . All went well until after I finished the Coke and threw it up. Nurse said OK
3. When bowls started moving use baby wipe, had no rawness
4. Repeated 1st prep except 2 16oz just drank Ginger Ale"


"I've tried every new "miracle sleeping aid" that's hit the market over the past 45 years. Nothing works as consistently or as well as Seconal.  Taken at therapeutic levels it eases you into sleep within about 20-30 minutes after taking it.  Most people sleep for 7 to 8 hours and wake refreshed and do not experience a drug hang over.  It's vital to avoid any alcohol use with this drug.  Alcohol potentiates the drug and can cause CNS suppression and even death in large enough dose. Of course this is true for most sleeping aid type medication.  Some people use this drug for long periods of time and develop  dependency on it. This can be avoided by not using it more than one or two days in a row.  Seconal works when others do not."


"I had slipped into a depression following some traumatic life events. The mornings were worse and often unbearable. I became suicidal. I was also agitated.
I was desperate and went to GP and prescribed fluoxetine 20mg. I have been taking them for six weeks and feel so much better. Mood has lifted and morning depression has stopped. Its saved my life. Side effects were a sore throat and cold symptoms which lasted four days. Yawning as well.
Best thing I ever did was admit I had a problem and take medicines."


"This birth control is horrible . I was only taking it for 3 weeks and my period came right back and it's heavier than it normally is . Like way heavier and usually my periods are light. I hate this birth control I hate it ! Not only that my cramps are way worse too . Preventing me to be able to get up for school or work . "


"I suffered with hyperhidrosis for over 10 years.  I had no idea it was an actual medical condition up until recently.  I told my doctor about my issue and he prescribed Drysol.  I must say it changed my life..i cried when I went a whole day without sweating!!  Please ask your doctor about this if you have excessive sweating!"


"I have Been taking Suboxone for a while now i guess it helps, but you have to ask your self is it worth moving from one addiction to another. Yes it does help, it seems  as if it is a functional form of Oxycotin/Herion. With my experience it does work, but you have to have the will to stop by your self or your just using it to get by, and giveing money to pharmacists for the same reason as you were giving money to a dealer. Opiate addiction is a sickness that doesent go away."


"I have been taking this for five years and have never been better. I think you just have to find what works for you. My Psych Doc is the best!"


"I bled 24-7 the entire time I had my Implanon. I gained 17 pounds in 6 months. Developed Cystic acne, mood swings, crampand constant headaches, and severe depression. If you don't handle pregnancy hormones well, then don't get this form of birth control. "


"I started taking phentermine on 9/28/15 and weighed 204.8.  It has been 16 days and I am down 14lbs and weigh in at 190.8.  I feel amazing. The first day I got an almost euphoric feeling shortly after taking it.  I had tons of energy that day and wasn't hungry at all. That night I had a hard time sleeping (I took the pill at 10:30am) but even after not sleeping much I woke up feeling refreshed and energized.  I take the pill earlier now so I don't have trouble sleeping. I have some dry mouth and very occasionally an odd taste in my mouth but water fixes that. I'm not hungry throughout the day but make myself eat something light because I know I need to. Overall I continue to feel energized and the weight keeps falling off. I love it!"


"Optimal"


"I was on this pill for about a year in 2013 and my doctor took me off of it because it made me bleed twice a month. However, when I'm not on birth control I tend to bleed twice a month anyway and my periods are horribly painful and heavy. With this pill at least they were light and only lasted 3 days at most. This is the only pill I've ever taken that kept my face completely clear the entire time. I just switched back after a month in Sprintec, which was causing nodules on my face that scabbed over and made me look like a meth addict. All bc causes side effects, unfortunately. You just have to pick which ones you can live with."


"I used to experience severe panic attacks every single day until I decided to see a doctor.  Have not had a single attack since I started on pristiq.  Best antidepressant I have ever taken."


"I had severe acne since 5th grade and I am in my early 20's, now still having trouble with acne. I went to the dermatologist back in April and I told him that I had tried everything so he prescribed me tretinoin cream 0.05%. I didn't break out more or have any other side effects the other people were saying about but I do have sensitive skin. The first 3 months were like a roller coaster. The acne went away, then it came back, and so on. When the 4th month came in, all my acne disappeared! I was so happy that I stick with it and you should too. It may take a while but it truly works. I have tried everything from pills to creams and this is the only one that works! Oh and your face does get dry, and always remember to put sunscreen in the morning."


"I love this medication. Been on it for a year for OCD and anxiety disorder. It makes me a normal person. Don't have nearly as many panic attacks and OCD is under control. I have lost weight on it cause I feel so good about myself. I enjoy doing activities again. Recommend for anyone who has  anxiety disorders. Also,blood pressure has gone down."


"I've taken Zoloft off and on for depression and OCD for the past 10 years and have experienced few side effects. I am now taking 100 mg and am fine continuing on it for the rest of my life, though perhaps I'll go down to 50 mg at some point. It's been a real life-saver for me; I am rarely down and still feel very much myself. Also, it hasn't led to any weight gain. In all, am very satisfied."


"Recently changed from using two other blood pressure medications that weren't controlling my runaway blood pressure. Ziac has done well. I probably should have rated it higher."


"My daughter was on Daytrana for ten years and yes it did help keep her calm and focused during school but at what costs.She was put on it from 2007 till 2016. Her school requested for her to be put on adhd medication. Daytrana was prescribed by her doctor sense we couldn't get her to take pills.  You basically apply in on top of your ovaries if you are a girl.  Of course I asked all of the questions that a concerned parent would. Here we are ten years later and she is fifteen and flat chested and just now finally got her period. I am now wondering if she can even have children later on of course but worrying. Our other daughter is 11 and got her period and is about a b cup and she is a foot taller, she however is not adhd or on meds."


"One word WOW. I was really depressed about my skin, and I decided to go to a dermatologist after finishing my exams. She gave me EPIDUO and another medicine. At first my skin got irritated and for 2 days it was really red and was peeling, I talked to my derm and she told me to stop the other medicine and use a moisturiser before applying EPIDUO, I continued using it every other day and results after a month was amazing. Now I have less acne and every 2 months I do a deep cleanse which is called HYDRAFACIAL. I don't really use much make up like I used before, I'm not applying foundation, and relatives and friends are surprised too. Thanks EPIDUO. btw I'm still using it but I just apply it once or twice a week."


"I started Belviq with the free 15 day prescription.  After the 15 days, I had only lost 4 pounds.  I decided to get the 30 day prescription since it was only $75 with the Belviq savings card.  I think I will try it for a month or two to see how it goes.  I haven't really experienced any side affects, other than my blood sugar being way lower than normal, which is a good thing, although I'm not really sure why, as I feel I am eating as much as before.  Some days it seems I get fuller quicker than normal when eating, but I still get as hungry as I ever did before.  I will be getting back to more regular exercise soon, so I hope that will help too.  I only gave it a "5" for now, until I see how it goes.  Fingers crossed!"


"Yesterday, second colonoscopy with propofol.  First time, no problems whatsoever.  This time is a different story.  After waking, uncontrollable shivering and sneezing.  I feel like I have flu.  I could not sleep after getting home because of sneezing and constant nasal drip.  Today, a little better, but throat is sore and the sneezing, drip continues.  Eyes watering.  Headache.  Not sure if I want this medicine again."


"first of all I hate when doctors lie.  I was told no weight gain with this med and I gained  4 pounds the first month. I only took the lowest dosage at night. I noticed after three weeks my weight gain, dizziness, blurred vision the base of my tongue seemed swollen, visual halucinations,and a dry mouth. I also became unusually depressed.i was trying to help myself because of anger outbursts.this was a terrible experience"


"This medication does work great. However, the side effects are no fun. It cause weight gain, mood swings, and a host of other side effects. If the bad side effects were not there, I would definitely stay on this medication, because it helps so much with the pain and all of the other medical conditions that Lupus can cause."


"I'm so mad I started taking this I used to have perfect skin now my forehead is broke out and nothing seems to be working to clear it up . Needless to say I have stopped taking it I only was taking it for 3 weeks and the constant bleeding and acne I just had to stop I would not recommend this."


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


"I have been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 9-10 years other than when I got off of it to have my 3 children.  I never had any weight gain, acne problems, and never had any heavy bleeding. I had a light period and occasional moodiness but nothing out of the ordinary.  BUT! I have noticed a SEVERE lack of sex drive!!  As in no sex drive at all, nothing, notta, zero, zilch!!  This is a great pill to take if you don't care to have a sex life and are not married."


"It all started well but about 3 days into the process of taking  Dexilant 60mg once a day, all hell broke loose. I had explosive diarrhea and also had the feeling of wanting to vomit. I stopped taking the meds. After my endo and colonoscopy, my Gastroenterologist returned me to a lower 30mg dose. I already had my misgivings on the meds but as a good patient followed my Gastroenterologist's prescription. Right on the first dose I again experienced loose bowel movement as in every 15 to 20 minutes of watery discharge. I also immediately felt weak. This med gave such an adversed side effect that I decided not to take it anymore whatever wrath comes when I see my GE again. Plus it is very expensive."


"Overall this was very effective with no issues to note other than those described as common side effects. I had no weight gain, no mood changes, no spotting, was regular like clock work after the initial few weeks after insertion. Granted, it isnt pleasant to have fitted but is much less uncomfortable to have removed (like removing a tampon really).  In the UK (i am English), we the cost of birth control and follow up care is free on the NHS. I had the Mirena for the full 5 years and only experienced a pre menstrual facial spot and 3 days of mild tummy bloating prior to each predictable and very light two day bleed. This is my full and honest experience."


"I had sex with my boyfriend and he let it all out in me and I took this pill 25 hours later and I told myself that I will try a pregnancy test the following week but thank God my period came a week after I took the pill. It works, trust me. Just be patient and wait."


"I am on my 6th week with Trulicity .75 and Janumet 50/1000. My numbers have vastly improved. I had been on the Janumet alone for a while but that made me have some terrible stomach issues. I had asked the doctor if I could discontinue the Janumet, but because my A1C was 12, she said not yet. The last 2 weeks though, and especially this last week, the stomach issues have returned and seem to have worsened. I will discuss this with my doctor but was wondering if anyone else has had this or a similar experience."


"Made me more aggressive lost nearly 50% of my friends on facebook while on this.  Caused me to lose contact with several family members after they saw my anger from being on this.  Product should be off the market!"


"I used this cream for my acne and about 3 months later it cleared up my skin. However it did leave my skin Itchy, dry and very red. I stopped using the cream for about a month and use it occasionally when I get a spot, but when I go to take it off I have a red mask on! It's worse than having spots to be fair. I have red patches everywhere and it takes a while to go. Does anyone know how to get rid of the red itchy skin?"


"Went to dr 3:30 pm Wednesday took first dose which was 2 pills 250 mg Azithromycin  plus a 6 day pack of prednisone, I had severe pain in both sides of neck and coughing from serious sinus drainage. Dr said is it was Rhino Sinusitis took first that night seem to be a little better but the next day I could not  tell if it was worse or better by that night Thursday I felt more energy but throat was raw. Lots of water and ice. Then around 6 I could feel my throat getting better. By 8 pm I started sneezing and my nose running like a tap all stopped by 10 pm CRAZY. Went to bed woke up much better Friday morning but still a small sore throat I can deal with. Not bad stuff will try it again."


"I started on the lowest dose about a year ago, I was use to taking my meds at night. Seeing I take 2 different meds for neuropathy, its just easier to remember to take all meds before bed. Well Effexor literally had me up for 2 days straight, so I contacted my doctor who said to start taking it in the morning. I am now on 225mg every morning, and am doing better. I do take it for depression, & anxiety which I have fought with since I was a teen. Effexor is the only one that has truly help, and I haven't giving up on."


"Minocycline, used in combination with a topical medication, was very effective in clearing my acne."


"I had a broken toe and it worked great for the pain."


"It has been 23 years since I took Accutane and other than the occasional pimple I have been acne free. I was a teenager with very bad acne. I tried every medicine that was around at the time. The drug was relativity new when I took it, but my doctor was clear about all of the side effects. I knew what I was getting into when I took the medicine. Dry skin, chapped lips, I could peel the dry skin off my face and I cut my lips in the mornings occasionally. This product was not forced on me, but it changed my life. It gave me my confidence back! I looked at my high school photos in grade 10( not a pretty picture), but in grade 11 I looked like a new person. People want easy fixes, but don't want it to be hard!"


"Our 6-yr-old daughter has been on this for 6 months.  At first we also thought it was a miracle drug. Her handwriting improved tremendously, her attention span was great, etc., however, it did wear off around 3 PM and we were in for a horrible evening every night.  We tried a booster of 10 mg of methylphenidate at 3 PM but that has just brought out oppositional-defiant disorder.  We now are about to try Concerta.  I definitely would recommend Metadate CD, though, because for the most part it gave us back our daughter."


Neutropenia Associated with Chemotherapy

"I have an injection the day after Taxotere chemo for breast cancer. The aches kick in the day after and two days` later are very uncomfortable, mostly in my bones down from the waist. I take 4 x 200mgs of Ibuprofen with my morning cuppa and that takes about an hour to take effect and will last me until about tea time. Then I take a couple of paracetamol before bed. When it starts to get better after about 5 days, I just take a co-codemol tablet before bed and then I sleep. My doc` has approved this regime. I even resorted to drinking wine one night and yes it dulls the pain but I felt rubbish the next day. I experimented to see what worked for me. My blood count is excellent so it all seems worth it."


"I have been on this medicine for about a month and do not like it at all. My new insurance  does not cover kombiglyze so this was what my Dr. chose. I eat breakfast and take this medication. Not more than two hours later I am getting hungry, I start getting anxious and cranky and start shaking.  My blood sugar reading will be in the 70 but I have to eat right then or I will get a splitting headache. It takes me about an hour and a half at least to get my blood levels back up but for  the rest of the day I feel lethargic and almost like I'm half drunk. I have to get off this medication, I feel like my emotions are on a roller coaster! I don't have time for this!!"


"I take Miralax every day and have for about six months, per my doctor.  I have an abdominal hernia, inoperable. My complaint is your new POUR SPOUT.  I HATE IT WITH A PASSION. My last purchase did not have that feature and it was a real pleasure. Why in the world did you think that would be a good addition to the bottle? I wish you would stop that and go back to just the regular bottle.

  Miralax is my God send. I have a lot of problems with my bowels and this helps me greatly. I have recommended Miralax to my friends. Surprisingly, some already use it.

  That is my say for today.

Sally Wiese"


"After taking this medicine for six months now I feel much better I have a lot more energy I could think more clear. However when I first started it I had headaches for the first month and still to this day I sweat excessively but it's worth the side effects to know that my head is clear and my anxiety is half of what it used to be."


"My girlfriend took this about an hour after sex (Condom Broke), but it was during her time of ovulation (the 14th day of the cycle). So as I'm sure a bunch of you are freaking out about what others say about it on the internet, but it does work. She was very moody and experienced some cramps the day before she got it. She got her period about 3 days early (yesterday) and we couldn't have been more relieved. I asked a lot of people about the pill and they told me that I shouldn't worry, but I did. And in the end I shouldn't have stressed out about it. So I'm so happy about the effectiveness of this pill and the fact that she is not pregnant."


"I mainly got on birth control to clear up my acne;  the breakouts weren't too bad, but definitely pesty. Juleber didn't really help much with my skin. Actually, it stayed the same over my 12 months of using it. As far as a contraceptive it does the job. Just wish I could have gotten some of the positive skin clearing results many people seem to get."


"I have been using the ring for about a year and a half now and I can relate to the symptoms everyone has been experiencing. Lack of sexual drive, mood swings, very sensitive, breast grew a cup size but is always very tender. Gained about 10lbs, was very emotional about everything. The only good thing about the ring is that you insert it for three weeks and once you remove the ring my period comes three days later like clock work. I had to stop using this birth control due to side effects.  Hubby was pleased with the bigger breast but upset with the mood swings and lack of sexual interest. "


"I have had cystic acne for about 5 years now I have tried almost everything to clear my skin, from proactive to neutrogena to benzoyl peroxide cream,etc I mean almost EVERYTHING & now I'm just tired of it! So me and my mom made a appointment with the doctor to get a referral for the dermatologist but the doctor said Accutane is like the last choice... so she just prescribed me doxycycline for my acne. I've been on it for only about 4 days and I'm already seeing great results , hopefully it keeps working and doesn't get WORST... By the way I also have it on my chest, arms, shoulders, & back, this is my last hope.:/"


"Was givien these by my doctor due to back spasms and pain. I have been on steroids and flex prior but didnt work. These work amazing. Not only did my back and right leg stop the spasms, I had no more pain. I have not taking anything but these and am amazed so far. And I only take one a day."


"Was given propofol for a colonoscopy a few years ago without incident--it was quick acting and then vanished immediately afterward with zero negative effects.  Conversely, a week ago had surgery that required anesthesia and was given fentanyl--amongst other odd side-effects this medication made me feel loopy and goofy for a full five days afterward...so unsettling.  I hope never to experience the fentanyl version of anesthesia ever again."


"Doctor tried MS Contin (morphine ER) it lasts six to eight hours not twelve hours. I scream daily as my breakthrough pain meds were taken from me. Does it compliment breakthrough pain meds yes but by itself it is not a good alternative at all!!!"


"I was given moviprep to prepare my bowel for a colonoscopy. It doesn't taste great. It's quite thick too, a bit like olive oil. I didn't find it too bad. I didn't mix anything with it so if you can't stand it, that may help. I had 2 litres to drink within 24hrs, drinking lots of water in between. It worked very quickly. You'll know you're clear when you're just passing yellow/clear liquid. The worst thing for me was the hunger & I did get sore from 'going' so much. Petroleum jelly on the area helps. The prep worked as I was awake for my colonoscopy & could see on the screen how clean my insides were. Its not a pleasant experience, but Moviprep does the job. My procedure was yesterday & I've had no after effects. Good luck with yours :)"


"I have had Nexplanon since November 19, 2015. The only positive fact about this is it prevents pregnancy by not letting you enjoy your sex life. Pretty much you bleed for weeks..then you have 2-3 days break and then again.
Don't get it!"


"I've been taking Taytulla for 4 months now, and from day one it has been great for me. I never had any nausea, but I did notice that I was a little more emotional than usual during the first week or two that I started taking it, but after that everything was perfectly fine. My breasts did increase and size, and my period got much lighter to where I would only spot for one day. Now, I do not have a period at all which I love. In my opinion, this is a great birth control and I've recommended it to multiple people who ended up loving it as well. It is all based on your body, and how it reacts with the medication. I'm thankful it worked out great for me!"


"So funny how some of the responses say Chantix didn't work. I have smoked for the last 13 years around a pack or more a day. I have tried to quit on many ooccasions but was not successful.  Like many new endeavors, losing weight ect, unless you truly want to quit, nothing will work for you please do not blame the medicine or program! I took Chantix for a month, had some of the symptoms like crazy dreams, it made me a little tired and most certainly take with food. I noticed the first week not smoking as many cigarettes, I purposely step down the numbers I smoked every day, by the 3rd week I laid them down! I had a few trigger moment but got through them and have never looked back.. one day at a time and truly wanting to be free is the way."


"I just bought this spray for the first time yesterday and it's already working! Allegra NEVER helped with any of my symptoms. (runny, itchy, stuffy nose, itchy watery eyes, and sneezing) It doesn't burn either like Rx sprays I've used in the past that cost $100. This was only $18.00 at Safeway for the 120 spray dose. (0.54 oz). Yes it does smell like the light scent of flowers in your nose but it doesn't sting or burn!! Yaaaay! Thank you Flonase I love you!!"


"Minastrin has been great for me, I have had not side effects whatsoever. I agree with what others say, however, about periods disappearing. It was great when I was not sexually active but now that I am - it makes me nervous."


"I wish they had not pulled this drug from the market. It was the only medicine that actually worked and worked well with no side effects. I have since tried Amitiza for my constipation and it made me so nauseous and sick I had to discontinue use. I'm miserable now without my Zelnorm."


"Got a regular head cold about a week ago. The cold is better but the cough got much worse - so violent I can't talk. Went to Urgent Care - they gave me Lortab for coughing, a Z-pack & an inhaler. It's been 2 hours and I am already feeling an improvement. This is the second time in 2 years that this happens to me. I only wish that I could prescribe it to myself at the onset next time instead of trying every other medicine!"


"Absolute worst side effects I've ever experienced. Depression & aggression are now apart of my everyday life. I've been on this for 3 months. I'm late every month which never happened before. I'm a newlywed & my sex life is almost non-existent. My period is light & I barely have cramps. I have not gotten pregnant. It isn't worth it. This sadness & self induced seclusion is terrible. I'll be burning my pack tonight."


"Did absolutely nothing."


"I experience a severe frontal headache everytime I take a full pill. Very bad and painful wakes me up, I have to go take tylenol (1300 mg) but it still hurts. Also, I have very complex crazy dreams."


"I have had no problems on Orsythia, and have been very happy with it. My periods are much lighter and of shorter duration. I did not experience weight gain, decreased sex drive, and my skin/monthly breakouts did not increase. I have seen a small enhancement in breast size/mass, which was not a dramatic increase, but I was pleased about that. I rate it a 9/10 because this is the only pill I have tried, so I can't fully rate it a 10 without any form of comparison. I also had wished that I would completely prevent my monthly hormone-drop associated breakouts, but those were just high hopes. Overall for me, an effective pill in preventing pregnancy without any adverse side effects to speak of."


"I was prescribed Xyzal for itchiness after trying other anti-itch remedies. It works for me. "


"I've been on 1 Requip for a couple of months with *great* success. Last night, however, I got my first breakthrough restless legs syndrome; it lasted all night and was excruciating. I took baths, did some stretching and even took another Requip. I got about 4 hours sleep, but RLS woke me up again this morning, and it's the same. I've read that many people have had to up the dosage on this medicine, but this happened to me so soon after taking it, I'm sort of nervous. I don't want to increase the dosage already - it's only been a month. Thank you for mentioning that some of you have RLS breakthrough if you are dehydrated or something else."


"It's great for preventing pregnancy, but the side effects were terrible. It made me very moody, gave me insomnia and mild depression. Those were the worst two months out of taking birth control."


"I've been on this about two months now. It's been a lifesaver. I'm almost a normal person again. Some thoughts:

For me, the burning, stickiness, and occasional headaches went away after a while.

The bitter throat taste is still there. And in the interested of full disclosure, some days it seems to give me some sinusitis.

Another downside is that I can now stare at screens for way too long, so my arthritis in hands and wrists is coming back. (I can even play video games again.)

I had straightforward MGD/waxy oils. To the best of my knowledge I have no complicating factors like sjogrens, other immune issues, etc. I've never had eye surgery. I also don't think I have the demodex problem some people do (none of the symtoms of that)."


"Great experience but I will not be able to continue the use. I'm unemployed and has been for years due to a illness and that being said why is this medicine so expensive. The medication is a God send for me but I guess the Lord gives and the Lord takes away cause I'm too poor to purchase it. My doctor bless her heart gave me samples because of the cost but that ran out so now I'm stuck, literally."


"I started talking Alli February 18, 2016, I've lost 9 lbs so far (3 weeks)! Week one I did not change my eating habits but I could tell the pills were working due to frequent visits to the rest room. Week two, I started eating healthier and noticed that I wasn't using the bathroom as much. I did not rate alli a 10 because I was constipated for 2 days, although it could be due to the fact thag i am no longer eating greasy goods like I was during week one. Overall I love Alli and it is really working for me. Losing those 9lbs motivated me to keep going!!"


"I used tretin 0.025% every night for 30 mins for almost 8 weeks.i hardly had 5-6 pimples on my cheeks n a few brown spots but then the cream made me have severe breakout and infection which made my cheek swell with the abscess. I consulted another doctor and was advised to stop the product and I am on oral antibiotic for the infection. My cheeks r normal. My pimples are healing on their  own .Its been a week I left the cream and my skin shows great improvement.no new breakouts at all.please don't struggle with the cream n keep pushing through a point where you have totally ruined your skin n can do nothing about it."


"I've had hip c for a long time maybe 40 some years and I've started  ZEPATIER three weeks ago and I've noticed a slight difference in my health meaning I feel a little better and I've had no side affects so far I'm glad I finally got help and I'm putting it behind me , get help you'll be glad you did ."


"This is the best migraine medication for me.  I feel these are very different for each individual.  But this has been the most successful at completely aborting my migraines most of the time. With other types I have had to take a repeat dose to get the results needed to continue a normal day."


"I took this drug at bedtime for GERD. Sick to my stomach all night long. Stopped taking it for one night and wasn't sick at all."


"I have COPD and have been using guaifenesin for several years. It works wonders and for coughs, I think the liquid soothes your throat better. BUT IT IS IMPORTANT NOT to get the "DM" or any version of it with dextromethorphan in it. Those of you having dream disturbances or nervous reactions are surely using this.  You want to buy the plain "TUSSIN" that is only an expectorant and nothing else. Also drink plenty of fluids to help liquidize the mucus. I will swear by this stuff, but you have to read the labels and be careful what you buy. "


"Started this morning at 10am. Mixed COLD Suprep with COLD apple juice. Found a FAT straw, even bigger than a malt/shake straw and sucked it down. Took about 45 minutes to start working for me. Probably because I use Amitiza almost daily and especially the night before. The taste isn't awful, but it's not good. I think the apple juice helped. To me it seemed very sweet. It's now 9:30pm, no intake after midnight and my colonoscopy isn't until 11am tomorrow. Seriously, get a big straw, mix it with juice. Drink it COLD and quick. Chase it with your beverage of choice/whatever is allowed. Good Luck!"


"I was put on this BC because it was what my insurance was covering. I was on it for about 9 months. Prior to using Orsythia I was on Lutera. I am now back on Lutera thank goodness! They supposedly have the same ingredients but Orsythia really made me feel awful. Here is what went on. Every month was different, some months I was extremely emotional, other months my breasts would get very tender, all the way through the nipple, ouch! I would also get frequent headaches, like maybe 4 a week, There was more cramping too. I connected the dots and told my Dr.  and she switched me back to lutera and put on the prescription that there should be no substitutions. I have been fine for the past 6 months since I changed back. Orsythia sucks if you ask me."


"First time user. Was having a slight deep cough, which alone would've been fine but it was accompanied with shortness of breath, wheezing and tightness in my chest (common asthma symptoms). I haven't had this problem in years so I asked a pharmacist. She recommended this and one dose made a huge difference.  The tightness went away and the breathing got so much better. Even the slight cough was productive now.  Definitely recommend this to anyone with the same symptoms."


"My experience has been good so far. I've been on Nuvaring for three weeks  now and I'm about to have my first period. I have not gained weight, it has helped clear my acne and I am not pregnant, so it works. The only downsides have been lots of breast tenderness which has FINALLY passed and bad cramps, randomly. I've never had bad cramps so that part does suck. I plan to continue using this form of birth control."


"Worked fantastic for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that included heart and lung involvement."


"Causes less nausea, in comparison to Norco 10. Oxy 10s are obviously going to do the trick better but also without the nausea. Overall, for moderate pain in most normal situations, this is the way to go (especially if your stomach is touchy)."


"THis drug helped me to get a very good night's sleep, but I was very weak, tired, and lethargic the next day, until about dinnertime."


"Best drug ever for rheumatoid arthritis. Should not be taken off the market. Not every drug is for every person. Look at Penicillin. Bring it back now!"


"Peaks and Valleys:
I felt like I had peaks and valley's of its effect (and side-effects).  I would feel its effects one hour after I took it, and they would be mostly gone six hours after the dose.  So even taking it four times a day did not provide stable relief.

Effects:
It cut my anxiety down by about 40%.  Benzodiazepines cut it by about 90%.

Side-Effects:
-I felt a roaring sensation in my head.
-It also made me feel depressed sometimes.

Buspar side effects aren't too bad, but it doesn't provide that much relief either."


"Excellent for relief of pain."


"Worst birth control ever. My pharmacy randomly switched me to this 6 months ago after I had been on Microgestin for 2 1/2 years. Since being on Blisovi, I have gained 10 lbs, fainted twice, have horrible headaches and dizzy spells, nauseous constantly, no appetite, very sad, and get angry very easily. I also have barely any sex drive whatsoever. I barely have energy to want to do anything. I could sleep all day if I let myself. I've never felt so horrible in my entire life. After getting sick of gaining weight and fainting, I am finally stopping the pill. It is not worth it. BC is literal poison to the body. This brand just happens to be the worst one."


"I was in the ER the other day for a slipped disc, and pinched sciatic nerve. I was given 1mg of this through an IV. I have never take a pain medicine so effective! But I was in so much pain that I needed 1mg every hour for 3 hours. But the only side effect was that my face and body was itchy after the third mg."


"So far so good.  I m only four days into taking it. I take it at lunchtime everyday, and notice I get a bit drowsy and yawn like crazy for a couple of hours after I take it.  HOWEVER, my anxiety is already feeling better so this side effect is nothing in comparison!  My anxiety was becoming debilitating, just so much stress... lost my mom to cancer, my cat passed away, going through a possible separation, just horribly stressful situations now.  I have a lot of support from my family and friends and feel like this is first step in getting back in check."


"Day 15 slight headache and insomnia. Other then that no side effects, helps if I drink plenty of water, I have severe panic attacks an was nervous about taking Harvoni but taking the first pill was the hard part. Been a breeze, very excited to complete all meds. Update just completed day 28 labs came back virus free yay! Dr said take for one more month and done, sleeping much better very excited, if you can't get meds covered call manufacturer for medicine assistance program."


"Amazing product!! Finally an alternative to needles!! Very convenient to use and it works! I don't understand the negative 1 star reviews. Please try it and judge it for yourself."


"Works great."


"I had extreme nausea from an assumed stomach virus, and while I still had some nausea, I felt better and it took away the feeling of having to vomit. So minus some diarrhea associated with that stomach bug, I didn't have any vomiting and my nausea eased up."


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"I started this medication because my Dr. said my body is sensitive to estrogen. The first month was okay; I had some dryness around my mouth that the corners of my mouth were cracked. I then continued and my whole mentality changed. My boyfriend noticed a huge difference. I am normally a very upbeat laid back girlfriend who turned into a clingy confrontational friend (we went onto break because he couldn't handle it). I originally took it for PMS symptoms and to regulate my bleeding. I didn't take it for birth control; so I don't know how effective that was. I was on it for a total of 6 months and which I stopped it before, but wanted to give it time to regulate. Cons: acne, PMS ALL the time, dry mouth. Pros: weight loss, regular period."


"I went to doctor with pains in different parts of my body. My husband was diagnosed with cancer after my baby was born and whole last year was just crazy and into all of that I started to feel pain in my body. Finally I went to doctor last week, after a year of pain. He did all blood work and all check ups and he told me all my pain can be from stress. Well, I got Pristiq last Monday. After one week I have no pain anymore in my body. I can't believe I didn't go earlier. And 9.8 lb is gone, it just lets you forget about food. I have dry mouth, otherwise I feel great!
Good luck to all of you!"


"Ive been on this a couple months. Little to no period. I've skipped two in a row. However, no sex drive and very "dry" since I've started taking this. But I still like the fact that I don't have a period."


"I was recently put on Norco 10/325 after being on Vicodin since last summer. I had knee surgery which was not successful and now am living in constant pain. My doctor just increased my dosage from 4 to 6 a day. This should provide me with almost 100% relief from the pain. I wish I had an alternative to taking pain medicines. The medicine was scary at first (from the 5 mg Vicodin) but I am now used to them and don't get that fuzzy feeling that made me so scared. Now I know the drugs start to work because the pain goes away! Norco does it's job well and I am grateful to have them."


"I just recently started Nuvaring about 2 months ago and before that, I was on the pill for about 4 or 5 years. I do LOVE not having to think about taking a pill everyday. I haven't really noticed any change in my sex drive. BUT I have gained a little weight.. not much, but I think that's because I lost weight when I started the pills. The biggest issue I have with this is that it's inconvenient when it comes to sex. The first time, I left it in, but it fell out somewhere in between and I COMPLETELY lost it, haha. My partner said he could never feel it, but it actually gave me some discomfort.  Since then, I have had it fall out once more, but I felt it when it did. "


"I've used Zithromax 6-Paks for years to treat chronic sinus infections. They always work and have virtually no side effects for me. I have noticed that I need to take the treatment twice for a persistent sinus infection. Usually, one treatment does it. Azithromycin is the ONLY antibiotic that does NOT give me terrible side effects such as stomach aches, cramps, headaches, dizziness, "brain fog"."


"Nucynta,- started off with 50mg 2-3 x daily, had pretty weird side effects, talked with doctor who encouraged me to stick with it for a week, also was on 5mg oxycodone's 4x daily, after about the 5th day all of the nausea, and side effects all dissipated with the exception of increased anxiety (which runs in my family to the point of debilitating) so I simply increased my 0.5mg Xanax to 1.0mg as needed worked out fine, next visit I was increased to Nucynta 100 mg 3~4x daily, wow felt like I was 19 again, 2 months later changed out my dosing to 100mg Nucynta extended release 2x daily, decreased my anxiety problems, ahh also increased my oxycodone to 10mg's 4x daily,-end stage osteoarthritis back, neck, knees, shoulders, etc."