"I was opiate dependent for almost 6 years.  Six years of my life that I hardly remember because I was in a cloud of Oxycontin and other heroin like prescription drugs. About 6 months ago I was introduced to the Suboxone program and ever since that day I've had my life back.  I used to steal, lie and do whatever it took to get a fix. I lost my family, friendships, jobs, cars, everything. Now over the last six months I've turned into a different person, the person I was before taking drugs.  I would recommend Suboxone for anyone who is dependent on pain killers.  I would also however, recommend seeking counseling along with it to prevent any relapsing."


"This Medication is Awseome! I have lost 25 pounds in 4 months.  My A1C went from 10.6 to 7.3. Love this medicine, feel GREAT, belly fat gone, down 2 sizes, only thing is the cost. Like giving you a Cadillac and taking the tires away. $348.00 for 30 pills! Awful insurance won't pay. Off most other medicines, have had MANY that do not work, over 13 yrs, this one works! Off Amaryl 4 mg twice a day, my Lantus went from 42 down to 22, my Novolog from 30 to 5 units a day, Just so frustrating that Insuranse Company does not see the savings on the other meds, and the true results. Have been on metformin, Actos, Januvia, Byetta,  Avandia , Amaryl  worked for 6 yrs plus, have been on Novolog -N, , Levimir, 70/30, none of these medicines worked."


"Age 59 Male. After having allergy asthma probably or decades a wet Spring after ugly winter and removing moldy insulation and ended me up at doctors. Started on 100/50.   It helped but not enough. Ended up getting 250/50 and have been on since (4 years). It didn't stop the fairly constant post nasal drip which was almost constant at night. Got Singular for that and have taken ever since (4 years).   I'm fine and dandy ever since and can do heavy workouts etc.  Problems:   Leg cramps, foot cramps hand cramps.   I've always had a few but they can get ugly taking, I find drinking water, taking daily multivitamins and Magnesium keeps them at bay. Dry, sensitive mouth= no more medium or hot salsa etc.  Watch your teeth."


"I took it for about 2 weeks  and one night I woke up around 230am with severe pain that radiated to my back with heavy puking and the pooping. Went to the hospital and they told me I had Pancreatitis and took me off viberzi. Spent 6 days in the hospital with IV Fluids and no eating . Horrible experience!"


"Seroquel has saved me from the anxiety of not falling asleep at night. I too was on Ambien and some natural supplements. I felt like I was living outside myself in a fog. After Seroquel, I sleep and I'm rested. Occasionally have killer nightmares that are different than other dreaming I've had. I did gain about 10 pounds as I got the munchies before I went to bed. I have that under control and I'm not munching, have lost 5-6lbs. Did have a terrible time getting up in the morning, but I am hypothyroid. Doctor added 100 mgs of Wellbutrin and I can get up now. Wish I could sleep without all that, but can express the level of gratitude for this gift."


"Went on Methergine after being in the hospital and several years of changing preventive medicines, with migraines only getting worse and clustering longer. Once on the dose (had to go up 1 pill a day each week) had the best 2 months of my life. Month off - back to horrible. Back on - good month. Then this month have had a 10 day cluster. Doctor says change of weather (to winter), and other issues may be the cause. Not to give up."


"I've been on NuvaRing for 4 months and so far it's been decent. I've been on roughly 8 different types of pill form contraceptives and had a variety of side effects from most of them, so my doctor finally suggested NuvaRing. I did have some side effects (mild bloating, headaches, irregular period, acne) however, most have subsided or become tolerable. Most of the side effects I've experienced are typical for me, especially for the first few months after switching to a new brand. Overall it's great and convenient, stays in place and makes life easier."


"I was diagnosed with H. pylori and Peptic Ulcers. I was given this in addition to other medicines. Had minor side effects such as mild abdominal cramping and diarrhea during the early doses. Best tolerated with food. Didn't stop any of my day to day activities, still attended school."


"30mg was good, but 40mg took my pain away, it was heaven. Except that 40mg made me so tired and drowsy that all I did was sleep. Couldn't function so that's not acceptable. I would go to bed at 7pm and wake up at 4pm the next day! So I'm going back to 30mg with breakthrough meds. But here is the thing I can't figure out...I take up to 10-15mg hydrocodone for breakthrough pain ON TOP of my Hysingla ER 30 but that doesn't make me sleepy, it actually kind of keeps me up at night. How bizarre is that? It's the same dosage but reacts completely different. That annoys me because the 40 worked perfectly!!! Except for the severe drowsiness.

How can Hysingla ER 40mg be so much more sedating than Hysingla ER 30mg w/10-15mg hydrocodone on top???"


"I got the iud implant about 2 months ago, 24, no children. The insertion was unbearable for me. I had no idea how painful it was going to be. After that I spotted for forever, I have random stabbing spasm cramps, and I've experienced a different.. Scent.. Down there. Not a good one. I've never had a problem with this before but after looking up reviews, there are tons of girls who experience that and a watery discharge constantly. It's extremely enbarrassing. My mood swings are crazy especially when I'm pmsing. I'm looking to have it removed asap. I regret going through that intense amount of pain for these results. Experiencing this actually makes me look forward to taking a pill every day"


"Had horrible back pain, along with other opiates this product works wonderfully."


"I have been reading these reviews and cracking up laughing. It is true you do some crazy things while taking this medication but guess what? You are sleep. So it does what it says it does. I love it but wish I could just go to sleep without it. I've tried them all and my mind just keeps on racing all night. Ambien is the only one that stops it, if I don't eat before I take it."


"Great medication! No side effects and I feel like myself! I'm doing things without bring asked I'm normally asked 5 times to do!"


"This medicine is AWFUL.  Feet, ankles, bottom of legs & hands are swelling.  Did not have this on Benicar..Calling Dr
tomorrow for change"


"Horrible horrible mental side effects, dizziness and nausea, abdominal pain, HORRIBLE migraines to the point of going to ER for pain control. Lets go back to the mental side effects: made me a completely different person. I was mean to everybody. My family actually told me to leave the house to give them a break from my irritability. Deep depression, and I'm on meds for that already; so not a good med for me. I stuck it out for 2 months and decided to stop it when my husband actually hid the pills from me."


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"So far so good. It's only been a month but I've felt pretty normal since I started. I've actually lost a couple of pounds without changing anything in my diet or exercise routine. Hoping for that breast increase that everyone is talking about. Only negative comment is maybe a little more emotional than I was the past five years with the Mirena, but the IUD killed my sex drive and I feel being slightly sensitive at times is a fair trade for getting that sex drive back. Overall pleased!"


"Got severe side-effect from taking Boniva (150mg monthly) for 3 months. Crippling, debilitating bone-joint pain at the hip. Very stiff sensation at the chest sternum and ribs. Went to Urgent Care twice. Flat on bed for 2 months with intense pain and prescribed pain killers (hydrocodone/Dilaudid, prednisone, etc.) have no effect. Discontinue taking Boniva and the pain subsides after three months. Three doctors don't believe it is the Boniva side effect until the fourth MD specialist, a rheumatologist recognizes the Boniva side effect symptoms after a long differential diagnostic (she also has two previous patients with similar symptoms after taking Boniva).  "


"Tried it a few times but it gave me horrible, disturbing nightmares each time I used it!  Besides that, it was not helpful in actually getting me to sleep."


"My insurance doesn't cover Qysmia so my doctor prescribed me phentermine and topiramate separately.  My insurance doesn't cover phentermine however with the help of the good rx app I was able to pay for it out of pocket for around $15.00.  I was prescribed the meds on Jan. 6, 2017 and weighed in at the docs office at 250. I had a follow up appointment on March 16 and weighed in at 227. These pills make you change the way you feel about food. Your appetite is totally gone and at times you have to force yourself to eat.  The first couple of days of taking the pills I felt foggy and tired, but now I don't really notice any major side effects. I hope to reach the 190s by the summer."


"The good thing about the pill is that you can take it continuously. After 4mths of taking this pill, I ended up with bad palpitations 6-10 days. The palpitations was bad that I had to go to urgent care. While at the MD's office the nurse telling me oh it's normal, I reply "yes I know  but not in this case bcuz I know my body.

They capture a PVC on an EKG rhythm strip and even did labs( there were great). MD told me to just watch for signs and symptoms (if worsen go to ED). I decide to stop talking the pill, on the first day (not taking pill) I had no palpitations. The next day I decided to take it (just to see) omg it was the worse mistake my heart felt like is was about to exploded. I flush them in the toilet, never had palpitations after"


"These make me feel bloated, hungry, and breasts are sore."


"I have trigeminal neuralgia with debilitating shock pain running from my upper gum/lip line up across my face into my eye socket. Carbamazepine was prescribed. After increasing the dosage incrementally, 800 mg a day (500 in the a.m. and 300 in the p.m.) it  controls most of my pain. I still have touch sensitivity issues if I run my tongue over my lip too hard it sets off shocks. One thing you need to note: you may have to play around with the dosage and time of day you take it to control your pain. The first suggestion by my neurologist (100mg three times a day) didn't even touch the pain. It was only after I kept insisting that it wasn't working, he turned me loose to trial and error, on my own with an upper limit of 1000mg per day."


"I have been on Bystolic 5mg for 1 month. I have mitral valve prolapse. A have really rapid heart rate at times. Had been on Lanoxin abd verapamil of years. All at once my heart rate was very rapid and  my blood pressure raised. I was feeling so nervous. They took me off the medicines I was on and put me on the Bystolic. Within a couple of days my heart rate slowed down and my blood pressure was normal. I feel great again at age 70. The only thing I have noticed is I do have diarrhea once in awhile. This has gotten better after a couple of weeks of taking this medicine. It is working for me so far!"


"I was diagnosed Bipolar 1 with psychotic features 3 years ago, but always dealt with grandiose thinking, mild delusions, a good deal of depression. After self medicating for two years I had a mental melt down and after spending 2 months cooped up in my apartment, anorexic, dying; I decided it was time to see a psychiatrist. The medications I was prescribed ranged from mood stabilizers to antipsychotics, benzo's, sleeping pills, many I was allergic to like Depakote and Trileptal. Anyway at first I tried the regular Seroquel but gained 40lbs in one month and slept 14 hours a day. Switched to Seroquel XR, not as tired, lost 20bs, appetite/ mental noise decreased, panic relief, strong sleep aide, life manageable, they are expensive. HIGHLY recommend."


"I was disgnosed with PCOS 2 years ago and was prescribed metformin. When I first began taking it I felt very off, like I was in a fog. I suspect this was my body adjusting to a lower blood sugar level (pre-diabetic). This began wearing off after a couple weeks and I felt better than I ever have. It really helped. My dosage is 1000 mg 2x daily. I have now lost over 100 pounds over the past 2 years, though I can't say if the metformin contributed to weight loss, as I did a drastic lifestyle change; but I suspect that it has. Now that I am healthier, though, I am starting to get that same foggy feeling as I had in the beginning. I think the dosage is too high now that I am overcoming PCOS through a healthy lifestyle. Just keep that in mind :)."


"I have found this medicine to be very good in helping me fall asleep and wake feeling very rested. I have taken it for 30 years off and on with absolutely no problems. Generally I use it as prescribed to regulate my sleep cycle and never more than 21 days out of the month."


"This gave me mood swings and insomnia."


"Next Monday 5/22 makes 4 weeks on Harvoni.  The first 4 days I felt zero side effects.  However day 5,6,7 no sleep and on day 7 the worst headache in my life lasted all day.  Since then the side effects have started to diminish.  This morning I do not have a headache and finally started sleeping again.  I am up to 8 hours."


"I am one of the luckiest one for sure. Cymbalta is only my second prescription after Mirtazapine and it did the magic for me. I love Cymbalta because it not only reduced depression but anxiety too. So its two in one. My depression has reduced a lot in just one week of use. To be honest this medication affected me after the second day of use. And its only a start, I haven't even completed 3 weeks yet. I have full hope on Cymbalta that it will make me a happy person soon. Highly recommended for people who got both depression and anxiety. Side effects are slightly annoying though. It kills my appetite which is really bad for me as I am too underweight, mild nausea in the morning, constipation and top of that insomnia. But it all worth the result."


"I chose this as a first attempt to lessen or eliminate my periods all together. So far I've had it for about 2 months and only had spotting and slight cramping. I'd love for it to go away completely but it's made my time of the month way more tolerable - especially considering that I used to be nearly paralyzed by cramps alone.

As far as weight loss/gain, I haven't noticed much of a difference, but I do workout quite regularly.

When I first had it inserted, for about two weeks I was so irritable. I'd walk around so mad for no reason quite a bit. However that seems to have subsided since my body has grown used to the progesterone.

It's great because I don't have to take a pill or change a patch. So far  it's been a good experience."


"Little side effects. All I got was weight gain, dry mouth, and I slept an awful lot. It did nothing for my psychosis, despite being on 750mg. At 600mg it started to help a little with my mood, but the change wasn't consistent."


"Started the medicine last night before bed to get it in my system. I experienced nausea, sweating, sleeplessness, dry mouth, a little diarrhea. Didn't get much sleep so I decided to take in the mornings. Right now I'm at work and pretty tired. I have dry mouth and no appetite. I feel kind of shaky and shivery too. We will see how it goes."


"I started NuvaRing at 13 to regulate my heavy periods. I'm 23 now, still on it and love it. Here's the basics:

 -Never falls out, can't feel it at all (unless it's not put in right or if you have a wider/tilted uterus)

-Husband is large and can't stand it, so I put it back in after intimacy.

-If I forget/lose it, I just put a new one in for 3 more weeks (skip a period, whoop!)

-I have never refridgerated mine, the teens don't need to see that in there lol

-no cramps, bloating, acne, weight gain, etc. (I eat a lot so i'm not gonna blame my anti-baby meds for my own bad habits)

-no mood swings, sex drive hasn't changed, periods are lighter/are over quicker than before.

-no insurance? Forget it. These freaking things are $150 a pop."


"I was diagnosed with a bacterial sinus infection and was prescribed this antibiotic, due to being allergic to amoxicillin. The pills are 100 mg each I am to take twice daily. At this time many of my sinus symptoms have dissipated which is an excellent sign that i'm finally on the mend. I haven't had any side effects with this, and have taken as directed. Avoiding dairy products, not laying down 30 minutes after ingesting, and making sure to take it with food and a large glass of water."


"I loved it! It was absolutely great. Weight gain is a myth."


"I have chronic constipation. Nothing has helped including Amitiza."


"This is the second type of birth control (both the pill) that I have been on. I was only on the other kind for a month, because it made me crazy and I had awful mood swings. I took a year off from any birth control pill, patch, etc. because I was scared to have a similar situation. This pill has been an overall good experience. I do not have any irregular mood swings on this pill. I have been on it for about 3 months now, and my acne is still worse than before I got on it, not that it's a big deal. Also, I have had a lot of abnormal spotting on this pill. It seems like, at first, every 2 weeks or so I started my period. It's pretty light, but I get bad cramps that last for 2-4 days."


"This drug makes me very drowsy, headache, backache, severe nausea even when taken with food.  The pain after urination is still there after 4 days on the drug.  The only positive thing so far is that I have not gotten a yeast infevtion which was common with other uriniary tract infection drugs."


"I have been on Revlimid for about 2 years and the result is my cancer has been at a low level and controlled.  I have no side effects that I am aware of. I do however think this medicine is terribly expensive."


"I'm 18 years old and this is my first birth control. This is my 4th month on it and I'm thinking of switching. The first month I bled the entire month but after that I only have my period for about 2 days which is awesome. I haven't seemed to have gained any weight and my skin hasn't changed. The negative side is my MAJOR moodiness. I cry all the time and get angry over the smallest things. I thought I should wait out the first 3 months incase it changes but it hasn't seemed to get any better. I'm depressed all the time and my boyfriend called me out on being really negative all the time."


"I have been on Saxenda for 3 weeks now. The first week I experienced very little side effects which was relieving as I usually get very sick from medications. By the end of week one the smallest portions would fill me up which is wonderful but I had no weight loss and I was eating strictly healthy. Week 2 I stuck to .06 for an extra week so my body could adjust better and finished the week with 3 lbs lost since start date. Almost no desire to ever eat. Week three I have increased my dosage and have been feeling extremely nauseous and having weird chest pains. I hope it goes away. I'm a little uncomfortable with the possible long term side effects and will only stick this out if I start seeing results. Happy with appetite decrease though."


"Just started using this medicine 5/10 mg 3 days ago. Causes severe dizziness and coughing. Can't function well because of dizziness and feel very uncomfortable because of it.  Coughing wakes both me and my husband up at night.  "


"I had a severe  head injury a year and a half-ago, I was in a coma for 2 months. After my head injury I started having major anxiety, and major sleep problems. I was first prescribed celexa at 20mg a day. I told the doctor multiple times that celexa was not right for me.

My doctor prescribed me zoloft at 50 mg a day. I now take 200mg, divided in morning/night. It has worked wonders in my life, I had problems with my memory, and since taking this medication my memory has improved as well as my anxiety, BY 10 FOLD!! 200mg of zoloft a day, plus 300 mg of trazadone a night. I feel amazing:)"


"I got athletes foot from the shower room at camp in 2006. From then I had it off and on for years. Finally after years of discomfort and pain and so much itching that I would literally get open sores from it- I finally looked up the best product for athletes foot. And in a few days years of pain and discomfort were permanently gone! Don't ask me why I didn't try it sooner. I love this stuff. It's a little pricey but well worth it. You only need to use a small amount of product so the tube (I bought a cream) lasts for a long time. I believe it says to use it for a week- DO SO. Similar to an antibiotic, you have to use it even after you think it's gone. I didn't and it recurred a week later. Used it for a week and it hasn't come back since."


"This is my 3rd week on this birth control, I have had bad mood swings.. it makes me very very tired and after a few days of being on it I lost my feeling of hunger.. I was 160 now I'm 145 in just 3 weeks.."


"This medication has been a God send. Never felt better in 24 years since diagnosis...been on everything before.  Saphris is amazing. Down side is dry mouth and water retention. Upside is everything else. Thank you Merck...you hit the target this time."


"Been taking it for less than a week and I am miserable. Been on BC before with no side effects, went off for a couple years then decided to try this based on my docs recommendation. Awful cramping/abdominal pain to the point I am doubled over in pain. Nausea to the point of dry heaving and almost vomiting. I already have anxiety/depression and this just added to it, big time. The first night I took the pill I woke up to bleeding, despite my period having just ended. Wish I had another option other than hormonal BC, because I am miserable during my periods."


"First off, remember this is a long term birth control so you have to give your body time to adjust effectively. This device stays in for years! The insertion process was painful for me being I've never had kids so the dr. manually opening my cervix to insert the iud was the worst part. Following the procedure, a friend took me home because of the cramping it caused but after a couple hours I felt okay to drive. There was spotting for a month and slowed down to the point I now spot maybee 2 days a month. I've now had it for 5 months and get cramps from time to time but they arent bad ones. I think my body is still adjusting some. I would overall suggest it to those who are preventing pregnancy more than preventing periods and cramps."


"After taking Viibryd for almost three months I can say that I feel better, my depression isn't as bad. It is a little better, but I feel like it could be even better. I don't know if I should talk to my doctor about it. I take 40 mg a day which I believe is the highest recommended dose. I have chronic pain (and surgery) issues and I am scared of taking a supplementary medication because of side effects. I can say that I have experienced NO side effects. I take mine in the morning and am perfectly able to take it with or without food. Viibryd has definitely helped me, but I think I need some more help."


"I am a 17 year old junior and I started taking Vyvanse in 9th grade. I'm not saying it doesn't work because I went from any average student to where B's are a disappointment to my mom. But I haven't had much of a social life anymore, the people at my lunch table think I'm anorexic and I don't sleep most nights. I get headaches constantly and I'm tired of this. I tried other medicines but my mom said nothing works as good. "


"I have only been on Belviq for 1 week. I'm not sure if I have lost any weight yet. I am experiencing many side effects. Bad headache, slightly dizzy, very tired (napping almost daily), and stomach issues (heartburn & diarrhea). I'm giving it 6 weeks and then I will decide what to do. I'm hoping the side effects go away within another week."


"I started taking Deplin 2 months ago in addition to the 300 mg. of Wellbutrin I had already been taking for several years. I was experiencing a very low level of chronic depression but generally okay. The doctor recommended I try Deplin to see whether it would increase my level of well-being. I could swear I feel a lot MORE depressed with the Deplin. Nothing has changed in terms of life style over the past few months, so I can't think of any other explanation. Needless to say, I'm going to stop taking it. I had no idea it might worsen my symptoms."


"I gave it 4 stars because it did prevent pregnancy. I regret ever getting it. I had a ton of beautiful curly hair and this caused my hair to fall out in handfuls. I wish I had gotten it removed sooner or never gotten it. I had it removed a year ago and my hair has stopped falling out so much, but it's never gotten back to the way it was. It's thin and dry and looks like crap. I miss my beautiful hair. I hate looking at it now, I'm ashamed of it. If I could go back, I would NOT get this!!! Plus it's weird having it in your arm. Sometimes you get painful twinges. Or you have to be careful not to let anyone touch you there because they could push on one end of it. I don't recommend it."


"I have used Drixoral for years, My OBGYN first told me about it, when I had a severe cold when I was actually pregnant. It is the only cold medicine that ever worked for me. I felt better in 2 days. It's long lasting, unlike the other OTC cold medicines, that you have to take every 4 hours. I absoluty love Drixoral. I can breath freely and that's half of the cold symtoms that I find intolerable. I don't understand why, when there is a product that really works, you can't buy it anywhere around here."


"I just started taking Chantix again. I tend to get vivid dreams (not bad dreams) and some nausea but I found that if I take an anti-nausea pill around the same time I don't have to worry about it. It really does work. One day I'm smoking and the next I don't even want one!"


"Partial seizure"


"I have been suffering with gastroparesis for years, and at one point ended up in the emergency room because I was so intensely nauseated and dehydrated.  Was given Compazine in IV solution, which worked wonderfully to stop the nausea. The doctor sent me home with Compazine pills, and they weren't as effective."


"I was prescribed 20mg but found that I felt stupid and slow and I had some sexual side effects.. not all bad either..I could go foreverrr.  I went down to 10 mg and that seems to be the sweet spot for me. Has been a life changer tho, I felt as tho my brain was ADHD and this let's me form clearer trains of thought, reduces my social anxiety and helps my depression. Sexual side effects seem to have gone away also. The one complaint is that each new script seems to be slightly different (good luck not getting generics) and it takes a few days to adjust. 90 day scripts with half a pill means 180 days between bottles so not a huge deal but certainly worth mentioning."


"I got my implanon may 2014 after my third son was born at age 20 other birth controls did not work for me, obviously.. I had light spotting at first then a year in I had this horrible wreck of a period lasted three weeks, very heavy and then another year no period until a month ago wham wrecked all my clothes and undies its a nightmare cramps are very painful.. my boyfriend and I have discussed other pregnancy prevention because this is just not good, ive not been able to work.. I am going to wait another week or two to see if it stops.."


"It work great, I'm 37 and have had back pain for about 15 years now.  I have tried several things over the years and nothing work for more than a week or two.  I didn't  realize how well Zipsor worked until I went on vacation for a week and forgot to take it.  I was in pain all week long.  When I got home, I start taking it again and I fill better than I have in 15 years."


"My family physician prescribed xenical 120mg 7 days back. and I was 90kgwhen I started. I couldn't exercise and my diet was the same as before. I used to have low cal low fat diet for years but nothing happened over years except for gaining weight. This pill is miraculous! I lost 3kg in just 6 days and I didn't have to go through any of those horrible side effects. I only took 2 pills per day.

Hope to continue this for 3 months and my target is to reach 58 kg and be sexy again ;) . Fingers crossed!"


"I have been taking this for about a month. I don't know why.  It is not only ineffective, but it also comes with some sneaky side effects, such as loss of appetite, increased depression, and back pain.  Doesn't even work that well for sleep anyway.  Forget about it!"


"I've always used the ovules in the past, but the store I went to only had pre-filled applicators. Just took one and my parts do feel like they are on fire. I wonder if it is because it's the cream so it hits your parts all at once? Maybe the ovules are not as bad because they have to dissolve? I'll tell you though I'll never buy the prefilled applicators again. This is extremely uncomfortable"


"Ive spent a lifetime with itchy, watery eyes. Even had surgery to open my tear ducts and the tears still ran down my face.  A friend recommended these and let me try them before spending the big bucks. I IMMEDIATELY had relief that I haven't had in years! Luckily my insurance covers it and I'm only out $20, but I would honestly spend whatever it takes to have this stuff.  I can finally wear eye makeup and keep it on more than an hour, and people have stopped asking me why I'm crying."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"I have tried several prenatal vitamins over the past year as we have been trying to get/stay pregnant and I was either nauseous, extremely dizzy, had a metal taste in my mouth or all of the above! PreNexa is the first prenatal vitamin that did not have any side effects at all! I feel great and more energized!"


"Had cognitive thought and short term memory loss issues.  "


"Hi everyone I got the nexplanon in August 19, 2014 and I hate it so much am going to get it out August 15,2016 so I can start a family. When I had it I had mood swings and long periods that last months"


"I took gabapentin after my Dr. prescribed Lipitor after my strokes to help to lower my cholesterol. The Lipitor left me with nerve damage after taking it for a year. The nerve pain in my legs and feet was so severe that I was unable to walk. At first I was taking 300 mg at night. Soon after that it was increased to 100 mg at meal time (just as a reminder) and 300 at night. It helped for the most part but after a year and a half I had gained 8 lbs and couldn't seem to lose it. The pins and needles came back and I was told to take as much as I needed to to make it work. I increased it to 1000-1200 per day. My appetite also increased and I have gained 20 lbs since I started taking it. I'm still having breakouts and they are getting worse again"


"Got headaches and felt tired constantly so I switched to Prozac."


"I have noticed no difference in stream (5ml when I took the flow test) after 3 days using, and am unable to ejaculate. 25y/o male."


"I'm 21 years old and have terrible Social Anxiety, Hypochondria, GAD, and Night Terrors. I've tried Xanax, Klonopin, and Ativan for my anxiety. Xanax didn't last long enough, Klonopin gave me moodiness, and Ativan did nothing. My doctor gives me Diazepam (Valium) 5 mg/four times a day and it's a MIRACLE. I can't tell you how tremendously Valium has improved my life. I'm constantly mellow now, can think straight, and sleep restfully at night. The effects also last all day and keep me anxiety-free. Valium has definitely given me my life back!"


"I have been using the Fentanyl patch for a year now.  I started with the smallest dose, and now am using 100 mcg, replacing every 2-3 days.  After 10 years with a chronic headache, I have tried almost everything out there, as well as alternative forms of pain relief (acupuncture, biofeedback, etc.).  I've come to realize that the best relief, for me, seems to be the strongest pain medicines, like methadone tabs, morphine tabs and fentanyl patches.  Unfortunately, every one of the strongest also causes edema for me.  Not right away, but after months of use.  It's frustrating.  I'm not sure what my doctor will do, but I sincerely hope the step-down from 100 mcg, to no longer using the patch won't be an insane withdrawal experience."


"Mom 86 years old multiple vertebral compression fractures , loss of height 6-8 inches . Advanced lumbar osteoporosis , 45 degree deviation of spine ... Curves to left like a "C" . After six weeks on forteo.... Her spine is almost straight. She has gained weight after being in hospital on 15 day liquid diet for gall bladder removal. surgery. Still a little slumped at shoulders but standing straighter ... Breathing improved pain insignificant compared to before as pain was moderate or greater. Let's see after four months... Don't wait to start this Med if your spine is similar. Six orthopedics doctors never recommended it ... They only look for surgical cases...."


"I had Botox for overactive bladder io the 11 August 2016 been very unwell since flu symptoms aching body but above all my bladder is worse than ever .on and off the toilet constantly, with terrible throbbing and feeling of contantly full bladder. Back in hospital now they don't know what's going on although they are the ones responsible for the procedure !! At the end of my tether I wish I had never had this done no doctor wants to take any sort of blame and are playing dumb this is at King George hospital in goodmayes Essex been here for 2 nights they don't know what to suggest and have been mucked about for 2 days and nights. Can't sleep as sensation gets worse when I try to relax. Don't have this done"


""I have GAD, and after three years of taking care of my younger brother who has severe GAD as well as going through an episode of pyschosis, I was told by my pdoc that I have "caregiver's burnout". I was prescribed 20 mgs of Paxil every day and 15mg of Buspirone (Buspar) twice a day. It has been nearly a month now on these meds and I do see an improvement. I'm not sure which one is helping me more but my anxiety level has gone from an 8 or 9 every day to about a 5. I hope to see continued improvement.""


"I was on lithium carbonate, for 21 years. Mentally I found lithium to be a very effective mood stabiliser. The physical effects of lithium, is what affected me in the long term. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism, after being on lithium for 7 years, which my doctor attributed to being on lithium long term, and after being on lithium for 21 years, I was diagnosed with Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, which an endocrinologist, attributed to being on lithium long term, the symptoms of this are increase thirst and increase urination, as I passed 10 litres of urine in a 24 urine test. Recently I have just had one of my kidneys removed due to renal cancer, which I attribute to the long term use of lithium also."


"I am in my early 40's and pretty healthy. I was about 40lbs overweight and before beginning medication I lost 20lbs. My Blood pressure didn't go down, averaging around 139/88, I never had High Blood Pressure until the past 6 months, when I went to the Doctor he put me on Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazide and within 24 hours, I got THE WORST nausea/dizziness. I gave it a few more days to see if it would subside and when it didn't after 5 days, I had to call the doctor.  Although the side effects were unbearable I did notice an instant drop in my Blood pressure to average 117/75.  I also noticed another few lbs. drop off, most likely due to the release of the water in my system. I ranked a 3 due to the severe side effects."


"Been taking lyrica for 4 months now for carpel tunnel and neuropathy in hands and feet. It  is no good. It has not stopped the pain at all, makes me so dizzy I am afraid to drive my car, legs swell like balloons, and have gained over 30 pounds in 3 months. A clinical research was recently done in Australia on lyrica  (for Acute and Chronic Sciatica) and the findings stated it had the same effect as the research subjects getting placebos or sugar pills. The makers have racked in 3 billion dollars on it. I told my doc it isn't working but he still prescribes it to me, finding another doc this week. I just got a months supply, 90 pills 3 times a day, 150 mg at a cost of $1,111.19. Biggest drug ripoff in history."


"I have been using this for approximately 2 years now and I am very worried that it has made my eyes MUCH worse.... I have just gotten done reading the other reviews and I am the complete opposite of these others. Therefore, I read the list of possible but not likely side effects and I am experiencing each and every one of these symptoms every time I use this medicine. Today, I used my restasis and then went venturing with my family for a few hours and my right eye began to secrete the yelowish thick fluid and burn worse than ever before. It also started to swell at the far corner of my eye. I went to the local emergency room where I was informed that I have conjunctivitis  in my right eye and now have to use antibiotics and pain meds"


"I have been on Effexor for about 2 years and am now coming off it. I have been taking 75mg once per day. I have gained 80 lbs in the years I have been taking it but since I cut back I have lost ten in about a month. My sex drive has gone from almost every night to maybe twice a month (most of the time my mood had mellowed out)."


"This is a great birth control but it does have its down sides. Before I was taking Kariva and it was not stopping my periods and I was miserable and moody all the time. I switched to this and it's been a dream come true because now I have my periods when I want them, no mood swings, and not pregnant so I guess it's doing its doing its job. I haven't had any change in appetite or weight gain but I do have some break outs sometimes, my boobs will be really sore but thats like 2 days out of the month, and sometimes I cramp but it's nothing like what I was dealing with before I got on this pill. I recommend it but I understand everyone has different experiences with it!"


"Last year's infusion brought four days of fever, made difficult because I can't take aspirin or other non steroidal anti-inflammatories. After two weeks, I'm nostalgic for those symptoms. This time body temp has stayed in the 96.4 range (95.9 this a.m.), when it's usually 97.6-98.6, so I feel very cold--until I get a savage hot flash requiring me to mop myself off with a towel, at least once an hour. I also have muscle cramps waking me up several times a night (more than prior to treatment). I've been lightheaded and fatigued. I also have fibromyalgia, but these symptoms are different/more intense. The doc told me he can do nothing. I'm frantic because I need to work and find that almost impossible. Anyone else with a situation like mine?"


"I had an accident at work about 4 years ago which injured my neck and back.  After taking generic tramadol for a couple of years and constantly having to up my dosage I saw a new doctor who switched me to 300 mg Ultram ER, what a difference!  I have been taking it for 2 years now and I can't imagine what I would do without it."


"Have been on 3 different antibiotics,  this one included for almost a week now. It's honestly been brutal. I've also been using probiotics to try to replenish the good bacteria in the digestive track so this way I don't end up in the hospital from the combination of this medicine and the amoxicillin. Definitely going to have to try the orange juice because soda doesn't appear to lessen the gross cotton mouth and metallic taste in my mouth."


"The drug has been consistently effective for me at 20mcg. I find the provided injector is much more difficult to use for a low-pain injection than the one provided with 'Caverject'."


"I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with very extreme hair growth. For instance, I got a haircut 3 weeks ago to above chin length, and it already grew back to a short ponytail. I have tried about every hair removal method there is, but it's tricky because some just plain don't work on me, and each place on the body has a different growth pattern. Anyway, suffice to say I shave my face much more often than my husband has to shave his. So I didn't mind spending $150 for less than 2 oz of cream. It's not supposed to show a difference until at least 4 or 8 weeks in. But within 3 days it was brutally clear that the hair was coming in much faster, thicker and unable to be removed. I stopped the cream and within a few days was back to normal growth"


"It works. Very well. Stomach and/or back."


"I'm on 0.6mg dosage and have been on it for a few days. Lost 4lbs. Happy with that. Hoping to loose more. I am watching what I eat and exercising."


"I have been on Depo-Provera for 4 shots (1 year) and I have had relatively little side effects. Before Depo I was on regular Ortho-Tricyclen pills and Ortho Lo. On both previous methods I definitely gained weight (at least 5-10 pounds) and was moody with total lack of libido. I also got headaches a lot - not really bad ones but annoying enough. When I went back to get my prescription refilled, I told the doctor about the headaches and that one of my eyes was becoming slightly nearsighted. From these two factors, she recommended the shot rather than the pill. I had slight spotting, then periods were gone after 2nd shot, no headaches, small weight gain, and still less interested in sex than I would like to be but no birth control is perfect. Try it."


"Normal middle aged lady who needs to drop 45 pounds. I have seen steady one and a half to two pound weight loss per week for 11 weeks. I think 20 pounds in under three months is great. My biggest success is my confidence and my ability to make positive less fatty food choices. I did feel a little bit tired but that ended in day three. Wish me luck 25lbs more by Sept is my goal. I am dancing at my daughters wedding."


"I started using estring ring a little over a month and a half ago. I was unsure if I really wanted to walk around for 90 days with this object in my vagina. I thought I would be able to feel it. I was so totally wrong! Finally after having it in my possession for a month I finally inserted it and waited for results. Menopause had caused my vagina  walls to become thinner and dryer. Sex with my husband was frustrating! I still wanted to be intimate but my vagina was not cooperating! So here we are at the almost 2 month mark, and I am totally satisfied with my ring! My walls seem to have more elasticity, lubrication, and it feels like it belongs to me again!! I do not feel it at all, and my husband says it does not bother him."


"This drug does work great for sleep. I have used it for several years actually and it never fails to put me to sleep. PLEASE BE WARNED! I did take some and had an accident,(no one was hurt thank Goodness) but I did receive a DUI for it even though I was just 0.002% (and yes I mean percent not mg) above the legal threshold for intoxication (no excuse, just saying courts don't go easy on you).  I was not taking more than prescribed but I had it in my system when I rear ended someone. This was after taking it for years so I was very tolerant of it and I remember everything from it, it was a just a minor accident. Do not drive if you think there is any in your system. I am not saying be afraid of it, it really really works. Just be careful."


"In 2010 I take Zyprexa 20mg for 2 months. Now I manage to eat one meal a day cause I got diarrhea up to 5 times per day. I'm surprise to be alive.
I hate so much what Zyprexa did to me cause it's so awful."


"If you're currently taking Loestrin and experiencing mood swings/depression, etc., don't think your moodiness will eventually dissipate over time.  I've always been a fairly upbeat, positive, rational person. Since taking Loestrin (I'm into my fourth pack = four months), my mood swings have continued to get worse. I cry or tear up at the most random things, for no reason at all. I am anxious and my moods are unpredictable. On a positive note, Loestrin has reduced my period to 1-2 days a month with VERY light bleeding."


"Works well with anxiety, panic"


"I have debilitating chronic migraine, have suffered for many years. Many triggers, but worst was change in hormones with menstrual cycle. My gynecologist recommended Nuvaring and it has been amazing. I use it constantly - no off week. 3 weeks in, then swap in another ring straight away. It did take 4-5 months for my body to adjust to it, had lots of breakthrough bleeding. To solve that, dr had me use very low dose patch to just up my hormone levels a tiny bit more. 2 months of those, problem solved. No bleeding at all and no menstrual migraine! Before they were always my most intense and could last for a week or more. What a relief to not suffer monthly. No side effects for me."


"I've only been on alesse for a week but I'm already quitting it... no physical pain or acne or anything like that, but I'm experiencing these horrible mood swings. All the sudden I become extremely irritable or want to cry my eyes out, it's unbearable. Also, I'm hardly ever hungry or full now. The not being hungry thing isn't so bad, but I can literally eat an entire tub of icecream and still not be full. I've definitely gained a little bit of weight."


"I was so sick. I could not breath at all. I was uncontrollably coughing all night. I took this and felt so so much better. I will definitely use this if I ever get sick again."


"Took it for a day and instantly broke out in hives. Woke up the next day and started crying hysterically and had the worst cramps in the world. As a first birth control this was very hard."


"I was diagnosed with Hashimotis after a thyroid cancer scare and removal of half of my thyroid gland due to growing nodules. All of the symptoms- tired, depressed, weight gain, hair loss, sensitivity to hear and cold, cold extremities- occurred after having my first child and became progressively worse with each of my children. Since the surgery, took Synthroid for 10 years and could not lose weight no matter what I tried. Went to progressive doctor who put me on Armour and I have lost 35 pounds in the past year, mood and energy levels are excellent, and memory and brain function much sharper. My levels are a bit too high/vary, but that is where I feel best and my doctor allows me to stay there.  Find a doctor that will listen to you."


"As soon as I inserted the cream I felt the worst burn ever. It made me want to run in pain and I believe I have a high tolerance to pain. I immediately looked up side effects and found this which helped me calm down and understand that it may be working. It s been 30mins and the burning sensation is slightly going away but still in pain. I hope the next tube does not cause the same thing. I will take the time to go to the doctor next time to get the pill. This pain made me feel punished for being a girl. :("


"I have been on Pristiq for 4 months now. Having never been treated for any kind of depression or mood disorder I wasn't sure what to expect.  The first 2 months I was at 50mg, had few side effects of headache and nausea but those subsided and I was generally feeling just not happy.. not sad. I asked my doctor to try 100mg and she agreed to go for it. Now 2 months later on the 100mg I FEEL GREAT!  No real side effects with the exception of hot flashes and sweats now and then, but nothing too uncomfortable.  I think the difference is higher dosage being more effective in my case is because I am overweight to begin with.  I am down about 12 pounds now and blood pressure is holding steady (132/82) too."


"25 yr old, female. I've been taking 20 mg for 2 weeks now. Only side effect was insomnia so I started taking it in the morning. Maybe a loss in sex drive? No other side effects though. It hasn't kicked in yet."


"OUTSTANDING. It sustains sleep!! But the COST of this medicine is, well, stunning. But I still think this is a near-miraculous medicine. I am menopausal and had a "pattern" of waking at 3:30AM. Horrible. By taking Silenor -- and ONLY Silenor -- I am guaranteed sustained and uninterrupted sleep. THE DOWNSIDE. The cost.

I cannot afford Silenor at this time... And it makes me very, very sad."


"I am a 65 year old male and I acquired Crohn's Disease in 1965 at age 19.  Remicade was approved by the FDA in August of 1998 and I was given my first dose the next month.  Back then, they only administered 2 doses. I received the second dose 3 months after the first one.  I have had no further doses since then.

When I got the first dose I was in the midst of a flare, and I had an actively draining abdominal fistula.  Three days after the first infusion the fistula closed of its own accord and I happily avoided yet another surgery for Crohn's (I have had over 20 surgeries).

I have been SYMPTOM-FREE since the second infusion.  I have more health issues now, but at least they are not Crohn's related."


"Hiatus henna, Without omeprazole I would feel very uncomfortable and gunk in my throat"


"Have had Nexplanon for 9 months. Insertion left a bruise and the first week was difficult with headaches as my body sorted out the hormones. Overall this has been an effective product. Does the job as a contraceptive. Only get a period every three months, but they are getting heavier each time which worries me. They last about a week. I have gained about ten pounds and depression and anxiety have gotten worse. You really need to weigh the pros and cons before choosing this method."


"It's worked really well for me.  I'm so grateful!"


"Took the edge off."


"Myrbetriq worked 100% when I first started on it.  Somehow, I missed taking it for several days and the symptoms returned.  I have been faithfully taking it for 3 months since the 'break' in taking it and there is no reduction in my symptoms. I am back to where I was before I was prescribed the medicine."


"I am 16 Years Old. I've been taking Seasonique since I was 14 and all I can say is that Seasonique is a GREAT Birth control. I've only had one side effect and that is a Little Cramps but Nothing Big. I Love it because I've Never got pregnant on it And I Suffer from body and Face acne and Seasonique did a GREAT Job on Clearing that up. So now I have Beautiful skin. Seasonique is Very Good. My Skin Cleared up the first week I took it!"


"I was perscrbed Voltaren for knee pain. It seems when the surgeon replaced my knee he damaged the nerve badly...I had been in pain for a long time...thanks to this product I can sleep at night now. It worked well for me."


"I've been on Sertraline for about two years. I was originally taking 50mg and now I'm on 200mg. It DOES help my depression a great deal but doesn't really seem to do much for my anxiety. When I first started taking 200mg (from 150mg) I did feel slightly manic for about a week but then I calmed down a lot."


"I have battled constipation for most of my life and for the past 8 years have been on pain meds, which worsened matters.
Bisocodyl is often the only thing that works for me. Yes, the pain can be horrid: sweats, nausea, incredible cramping; I have even hallucinated from the pain. But sometimes you just have to pull out the big guns.
Something I have noticed, and this might help with some of the issues mentioned here, is that when I don't really need to use it but do anyway, I too get diarrhea and 'immediate elimination' as soon as I eat or drink."


"I started Lexapro less than 3 weeks ago and I absolutely love it. I was extremely nauseous and threw up several time just hours after taking it my first week, so I started taking it an hour before bed (also makes me very drowsy so it helps me fall asleep). I am no longer feeling sick whatsoever. I have lost more than 10 pounds and have gained TONS of self-confidence. I highly recommend trying Lexapro."


"I've been on 60 mg/day for the last 17 years after I developed multiple neuropathy issues in my extremities after chemotherapy treatment. I've tried EVERYTHING else on the market that I can legally try. Methadone is the ONLY thing that works and doesn't get me high as a kite or knock me out. I will warn anyone that this medication is Very dangerous as far as CNS depression goes for the first two weeks of use. I was nodding off all over the place! The great thing is that this goes away after the first few weeks. After the initial period, I have noticed very few side effects. The ones that I have are the usual constipation that all narcotics produce. This medication will lower testosterone levels after long term use. (Longer than a year.)"


"I have taken trazodone off and on for about five years. As long as I'm taking it every night it works just fine, but if I skip a night I won't sleep at all. No physical dependence, but if I've been taking it regularly and then stop I can't sleep more than an hour a night for at least a week. Works well when taken nightly, but has a horrible rebound effect."


"Have been taking kadian for two months and it has taken my lower back pain from an 8 on pain scale to a 2. Wonderful not having to take four to six vicodin but one capsule of kadian a day."


"I took Accutane twice to have little to no improvement for my moderate acne. It made my hands and feet completely dry, even years later, however, my acne is no better and my face and scalp are still completely oily."


"For 6 mo I have been on meds (lamictal) that may effect the efficacy of hormonal birth control (I was on NuvaRing). Hormonal BC and Lamictal are known to have a reaction with each other, but they're not positive just how much of a reaction, but it MAY decrease the efficacy of BOTH medications by 50%.

I opted to switch to Paragard because it's the only non-hormonal IUD on the market.

I was terrified to get one because of everything I read here. I was expecting "THE WORST PAIN OF MY LIFE". I was so scared they prescribed me a Xanax for the day of my appointment.

It was slightly weird feeling. I felt a few cramps as it was going in, but not even as bad as a period cramp. No spotting. No cramping after. Today is day 1. Update coming soon."


"I'm 22 and I had Implanon inserted August 2007. It's been almost 2 years and I'm going to have it removed next week . I LOVED not having to think about taking pills but the irregular bleeding has been a huge pain. I was so bad with birth control pills that this was a great option for me though. I bled for 2 months straight during first year. This year it has slowed down. I won't put this back in due to the bleeding and I would like to stop taking hormonal birth control all together. I am wondering if I gained weight from it or if it was just me gaining weight. Not sure about the mood swings either maybe I was just emotional. If you just got it, give it time. The cons are worth it."


"I had extremely high hopes for this cholesterol buster and had the best attitude and hopes for this medication but definitely did not work out.  My cholesterol level was 225 and my left carotid artery via a Doppler was 50-70 percent narrowed.  Changed my diet immediately, started exercising, put plans in play to stop smoking and in thinking with Lipitor I'd give myself the best possible chance to reverse the plaque.  Doctor prescribed 10mg, was only able to tolerate it a week.  The first 4 days, no side effects, excited as heck, the 5th day off and on I started experiencing a twighlight zone brain fog that would last 10-15 minutes.  Felt like a couldn't clinch a thought, felt foggy, happened 2x the 5th day, 4x the 6th day, no more......"


"I was just prescribed Norvasc, for my high blood pressure.  I've always had low blood pressure, but my Rheumatoid Arthritis Doc put me on prednisone and the result was high blood pressure.  Hence, Norvasc.  I was prescribed 5 mg., and the first day of taking it, and every day since,  I have had major heart palpitations.  Not a nice feeling.  I also feel WIRED.  So far, not liking this medication at all!  Why do medications, to treat illness and symptoms, bring an entirely new set of problems?"


"I absolutely love Cymbalta; it's a miracle for me. My anxiety, depression, and spinal pain have all been reduced or gone away. I also lost weight and could eat anything I wanted. After 6 months, I switched to Celexa to save money. Big Mistake. I started gaining weight, and it didn't have much effect on anxiety or depression. I switched back to Cymbalta, and am happy again."


"This did nothing for my pain. It only have me a headache, adding to my pain."


"I wanted to try something different that worked quicker and also on a full stomach. I was out one night and had eaten before taken Viagra and it took over 2 hours before it kicked in. By then my girl was fast asleep (I did wake her up). My Dr. gave me a sample of Staxyn and I tried it not long after this episode. It worked for me in about 15 mins. I was fully erect and was good even in the morning. Same side effects, could get headache or stuffy nose. I love this medication, works quick and don't have to worry if I have eaten, unlike Viagra."


"Take it early or you'll stay awake all night"


"I have only used Enstilar for about 2 months and so far it hasn't helped me but I don't use it often because of the issues below.

1. Skin feel like you sprayed glue on it..sticky can't dress until you stop sticking.
2. Spray is messy goes everywhere and hard to hold can and spray on awkward spots.
3. Foam comes out ice cold which is painful to psoriasis. This one is nutty to me.
4. Horrible to wash out of hair. Did this once never again.

Might be more effective if it was in a big tub NOT tube."


"I take oxycodone as a replacement for OxyContin which is no longer covered by my insurance. It is as effective, but I have to take it 4 or 5 times a day instead of 2 and have to always carry some with me. I can only tolerate it from one manufacturer. If I receive a different "brand", the adverse effects are immediate. Dizziness, drowsiness and nausea. I Don't know why this is, and am trying to find out. The problem is that the pharmacy cannot always get the brand I need and I don't know why.  The other problem is the pharmacy is only allotted a certain quantity and will run out. I have reduced to total mg I take per day since taking the oxycodone vs. the OxyContin. I just wish I could be assured of receiving the same brand each time."


"I was 12 years old when I started smoking and smoked for 31 years and got up to 3 packs a day.  The VA facility that I went to told me that they do not cover Chantix but my doctor wrote me a prescription and I was more than happy to pay.  Terrified of not having that cigarette, it took me two days before I would take one.  The first day I smoked maybe 3 cigs, the second maybe 2 and by the first week I didn't even light up.  I didn't seem to have a lot the side affects, but I did have weird dreams and believe it or not bed wetting a couple of times.  After the second full week of Chantix I felt like I didn't want to or care to have another cigarette so I went off of it.   This July 1st I will be 10 years smoke free. Thank you Chantix!!!!!"


"Not happy, not sad, just there. Actually not even there... Everything is kind of like a daze. But it feels alot better then being crazy stressed out all the time and freaking out over trivial things, just I don't feel like myself. But the good thing is I'm living in the moment instead of the past or worrying about the future."


"So I got nexplanon on July 21st 2014. I started bleeding days after implantation. I was on a constant period with a flow anywhere from medium to spotting. In January 2015 my doctor put me on two months of birth control pills to help stop the 'break through' bleeding and hopefully regulate or stop my period. The pills did stop my period for the time I took them, but now in May 2015 I'm back on a constant medium flow for the past 6 weeks. :(

On a positive note... My doctors' name is literally Dr. Pepper and she's awesome"


"Have been on Actos for almost a year, gained 24 pounds and have swelling in hands and feet and are retaining a lot of water in my thighs.  My sugar levels are good.  My doctor lowered my dosage from 30 mg to 15 mg but refused to take me off.  Will get a second opinion because the side effects are too much."


"I take truimeq  600mg/50mg/300mg just had test shows that back being detectable again. I don't understand why I take on time every night,  any ideas why. thanks"


"I had restless legs almost every night. I dreaded to go to bed because I knew I would be in misery.I started taking requip my dr. recommended and wrote a RX for. I have never had restless legs once after starting it. I am so thankful I have this medication."


"Caused suicidal thoughts."


"I have been on this for about a month now. I'm just so sleepy all the time. I can't snap out of it and even on the lowest dosage (40mg at night) I can't kick it. I feel like I'm a different person, not in a good way. I'm going to call my doctor and tell her that I discontinued it on my own. I cannot perform my daily functions as a wife and mother when I feel like I'm going to fall asleep behind the wheel."


"I did the triple combination for 6 months.  I cleared the virus at week 4. "


"Had Mirena inserted 4 weeks ago. Don't need it for BC, but I am extremely iron-deficient, so it was to stop my periods.

Nevermind the actual procedure, I didn't take any pain killers before or after. But I have been bleeding and badly cramping ever since the procedure. Sometimes cramps would stop, then come back suddenly so bad I groan out loud. Any physical activity makes it much worse. My tum & breasts are swollen & tender. Some acne. Mood swings - more like mood plungers: I tend to snap at everyone around for no reason. Definitely a weight gain - 2kg in 4 weeks. Everyone says I look very pale. Total life disruption. I wish I read other reviews before doing it. My GP told me it would settle after 3-4 days. It comes out next week."


"I started this for anxiety and depression, mostly social anxiety. It definitely helped with my social anxiety but not in a good way. I swear it caused a personality change. I went from being terrified of talking around people to randomly blurting out weird stuff in class and being squirrelly and hyper. I went from this quiet shy girl to being kind of whacko. I started getting in trouble in class for being disruptive. I was regularly displaying behavior that was inappropriate in public. Weirdest thing ever. I discontinued it and after a little while was back to myself. Not sure how common this is? Very strange."


"Dude… I've only had this yeast infection for 2 days and now I'm taking that stuff today and I just want to say that I feel like my vagina is on fire. I know this treatment is effective but there has to be a better way. This is crazy."


"amazing"


"I have stroke induced epilepsy. Many of the medications controlled the seizures in the required dosages but the side effects on my stroke side frequently left me nearly non-functional.

I was 68 when my neurologist suggested Aptiom as an add-on to Lactimal. The combo still has side effects relating to aphasia and balance but, with consistent effort, I function really well. I’ve been taking Lactimal 200 mg/Aptiom 400 mg and am still seizure-free after 18 months.

I'm on Medicare (think "doughnut hole") and do not qualify for additional assistance."


"My boyfriend and I used to have sex all the time... Because I didn't want to get knocked up, I got on this thing and well it worked, mainly because you lose your sex drive, gain absolutely tons of weight and can't stand the little things you used to ignore. Sooo yes, you won't get pregnant unless you're  single out on the town and no one has to deal with that "


"I'm 36 yr old female who has been on Strattera for 8 months. When I started back to college full-time my focus was a mess and it took me hours to write the simplest of papers. Growing up I greatly struggled in school and clearly it was due to undiagnosed ADD. As an adult I was diagnosed w depression/gen anxiety but never found much relief from medications. Once I began the 80mg dose of Strattera, I was sleeping better, able to focus in class and at home while tackling work and much of my anxiety is gone. Over the break my dr suggested some people take a med break , so I did -- now realizing what a huge difference it made for me. Side effects in the beginning were heartburn, but I took a Xanax w dose and it subsided in about a month."


"think afrezza works great. only been on it two months.my cgm says average blood is at 130 .compared to 160.i would say it would be better if i timed it better.only knock would be overnight when you eat things that are fatty takes a lot longer to break down. have to take 2 doses overnight to lower it down .when I say lower its at 198 steady .havnt had a bg over 220 in 2 months"


"I've had Botox injections 3 times. The 1st time I developed symptoms after a week which made me go to the ER. My bladder was on fire! The Botox only lasted 4 months. The second time, I had zero symptoms and it kicked in right away. The Botox lasted 8 months. The third time, which was yesterday, hasn't kicked in yet but I've been having bladder pains which is relieved after emptying. But I wrote this to say that everyone is different so you can't really go by our reviews - try it out & if you don't like it, don't get it anymore, simple as that. Also, I've found it to last longer while also taking Ditrapan 10mg once a day.

Ps. Someone said it's more expensive for males which isn't true, it all depends on your insurance."


"I have been dealing with bacterial vaginitis on and off for a while and usually metronidazole works. The only issue is the yeast infection afterwards. However, after I completed my last treatment I developed a terrible case of hives (never happened to me before) Days later, the hives cleared up but then the yeast infection! After the yeast infection, guess what came back...BV! I don't know what to do at this point."


"Do not get this form of birth control! Had mine inserted around the end of April missed my period for 2 weeks than bled heavily for a month and spotted ever since :/ some days were heavier than others, I have gone through so many panty liners I actually missed my normal period while I was on it. Sex was embarrassing and my mood was horrible felt depressed and anxious all the time. Had mine removed 5 months later"


"I was on this medicine for 4 weeks. I lost 15 lbs but I also failed a drug test. The medicine showed up as chrystal meth. I hope I never have to go through that again."


"Yes, it works but ever since I started taking it I've become extremely sensitive and emotional and I feel like my hormones are exploding. I get flustered and depressed very easily and I'm getting off of it next week."


"I was on a cross country flight and took ambien in hopes of sleeping through the ordeal. I have severe anxiety when it comes to flying and a (seemingly unattainable) dream of mine is to be able to board, pass out, wake up when we land. I took TWO ambien and was rewarded with some mild symptoms of intoxication, a headache, and a few weepy spells.

I thought this medication would do what I needed but now I guess I officially know there's no way to snuff out my nerves."


"I have taken 1600 mg of gabapentin since 12 yrs before menopause .  It was THE medication that completely controls my cervical dystonia.

Noticed that I did not have hot flashes post menopause as my friends complained of. But did finally start to have sleep disturbance.  So after several tries with OTC supplements,  non soy genistein takes care of that. From the first pill. I just don't dare miss taking it. It lets me know.

Wish one or the other or both would help everyone."


"Have taken a very low dose 25-50 mg one hour before sleep for the past five years. After having been an insomniac since elementary school and having tried every drug on the market that never worked, I now consider myself an ex-insomniac because of using Seroquel."


"I have been on this medication for a month and I have not experience one side effect.  SO MUCH better than the shots. We will see later if it is as effective as they say it is."


"I have suffered from cold sores since I was a teenager. Nothing worked! I've tried carmex,lysine,cold sore capsticks and nothing prevented nor stopped the process til abreva. I used to suffer the painfully swollen lip, ugly crusted scabs, and the pitying but slightly disgusted stares in silence and mortification. Now I have a remedy that completely ends the cycle and I couldn't be more happy! I will say that to see results you have to be diligent in your application of this product. I know the bottle says 4 times a day but I put the cream on every hour after the redness started and the cold sore never grew or left a scab! I know the cost is a little high but believe me it's so worth it. Another tip is to not buy the pump of abreva."


"I have been taking Prilosec for years but noticed that lately it doesn't seem to be as effective. I went to a new GE who gave me samples of Dexilant to try. I took one 60 mg pill yesterday afternoon and in the middle of the night I developed horrible muscle cramping in my lower back and legs that had me in tears. I couldn't get out of bed all day today and when I finally got up and ate a little bit I developed painful abdominal cramping and explosive diarrhea. It has been going on for hours now. All of this after one dose! I rarely ever have problems with side effects of medications. I will NEVER take this stuff again! I just wish I had tried the doctor's samples for a few days before I picked up the prescription."


"I've only been using this for 2 weeks. I don't file my toenails or anything like I've read here.  They are not thick. They hurt - well, burn.  They haven't been burning since about one week on this.  It was only $12 with my insurance and I can already tell a huge difference!"


"So about five months ago or so I asked my esthetician for some Retin-A (tretinoin) cream and she gave me the 1% concentration. I had moderate acne when I was younger, but I didn't leave it alone. Haha. I picked at it, and so I have some "mild" (Or so I'm told -I think it's terrible!) scarring now even though my acne went away with age. I'm 25 now. Acne went away at about 19. Some are pockmarks, and others just discoloration and a little uneven texture.

I jumped straight to everyday use. Expected irritation and redness, but none came. My (sensitive) skin handled it awesomely. Product works great. Skin peels off every morning. Haha. Scars are fading nicely. Pockmarks much less depressed. I get compliments on my skin now!"


"Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis 10 days ago.  Started 800MG 2 tablets, 3 times/day plus suppository at night.  Diarrhea quickly went down to once a day instead of eight times.  Experiencing fatigue, slight nausea and seem to be developing acne."


"After 3 months fighting off Pneumonia followed by Bronchitis and then Sinusitis with a Middle Ear Infection, I am almost back to normal. 7 days of 1000mg a day of Amoxicillin did nothing. Next Levaquin got the pneumonia off the X-ray but I was still sick. Clavulin made things a bit better for my cough. Septra worked from the start and I have been taking it for 14 days."


"I absolutely loved Prozac. It helped me immensely! I noticed an extremely positive change in my mood and behavior after my body adjusted to the medication.

Friends and family were surprised to hear that I was even on medication because of how relaxed and happy my disposition became. I'm happy I gave it a chance.

I built my way up to 60 mg a day for almost a year. However, my body has become used to it over time and I'm having to change medications."


"I have been on Ultram for 8 years and has made my life bearable. I have many spinal problems. Anklosing spondylitis, slipped discs, bambooing vertebra, degeneration. Been through eight surgeons no one could do anything practical but exploratory butchering. They were honest not wanting to play with it. This drug has been a life saver for me. No side effects. Even helps with tooth pain. I only need 1-2 per day and only use as a cushion not using everyday and only if I have an active day. No withdrawals at all."


"I have been asthmatic for years, I was using my other inhaler up to 6 times a day, and then my doctor suggested Symbicort and it has been like a miracle. The first time I used it and ever since its just worked great, no more asthma at all. Amazing..anyway I have had no side effects so far...and I pray I don't so I can get back to exercising, I had to stop before, I would have an asthma attack every time. So no we will see if I can climb that hill."


"I have now been on Saxenda for approx. 4 months, since 11-2015, I lost 12 lbs, its slow, but it definitely is working. I first started off on 0.6 then in 30 days I went to 3.0 mg it definitely suppress your hunger and best of all for the first time, My A1C went for 6.3 to 5.8. This was very drastic for me because I have been over 6.0 for 10 yrs... Saxenda is a great medicine,,I think I reached a plateau because I have not lost any weight in the past 3 weeks,but the flip side, I haven't gained any extra weight either. so I am just waiting for another 3 months to check my A1C levels again,hopefully I will start losing again..... I will keep you posted"


"At age 30 obgyn prescribed Sarafem for PMDD.. made a huge difference.. went through life changing events, a death, divorce, and was at the bottom and had quit taking the medicine. Symptoms got worse at age 50 changed obygyns (had no issues with my 1st obgyn, but just wanted a female dr) and she read me the riot act.. Pre-menopause.. and last yr confirmed menopause. It absolutely makes a huge difference in my life. I laugh every day. Don't stop taking it if you have no side effects. I don't fly off the handle still get moody occasionally, but nothing more than a little venting with a friend can't cure."


"I was given the 4 mg sample. After the first day I was unable to urinate and after several trips to the bathroom I was able to drain the bladder. A few
days later I tried a second time with the same result."


"I've had the Nexplanon in for about 7 months now. In the beginning, my period was VERY IRREGULAR which was quite irritating being as though I had just switched from the pill, with whichI I was skipping my period altogether. (I stopped using the pill Levora due to excessive nausea). After the irregular, CONSTANT, bleeding stopped, it's been GREAT TO ME! I don't have to worry about it, the bleeding has stopped (so far altogether, but it's only been near 2 months), I have no nausea from it, no known side effects honestly. No weight change, I don't feel moody, anxious, or depressed (like i did on Levora) so it's currently amazeballs. I would've given this a 10 rating, but that bleeding in the beginning was beyond aggravating. STICK IT OUT!"


"I have been taking this medication for four months now, and started on the lowest dose and moved onto the middle dose.  So far, I am down 16 pounds (I'm petite at 5'1).  I hit my plateau the last month, so I just started the new dose of 15mg yesterday and will see if that helps. I've also been counting calories/working out and I think you get the best results when also changing your lifestyle.  It's not a magic pill, but it helps. It certainly helps suppress your appetite and sugar cravings. After reading some of these posts, I feel pretty lucky as I haven't had severe side effects other than some tingling in my fingers, and a harder time falling asleep. But again, regular exercise will also help with that, or at least in my case."


"Getting Skyla put in felt like the worst pain of my life. The insertion is beyond painful. When my gyno told me to cough I did, but then I screamed and started crying because the pain was excruciating (I'm assuming like childbirth). Then the cramping afterward was so bad my boyfriend had to carry me out the door. I got the IUD because my period cramps were so bad I couldn't stand. Since insertion I've had no cramps! My cramps are gone, my periods are regular, and I have no problems. I am however dreading 3 months when I have to get it replaced! But I would do it all over again because it's the best option in the long term."


"Tremendous reduction in pain.  I have been on the medication since May and have gone from bone shattering pain at the bridge of my nose and between my eyes 24X7 to only two or three bad headaches a week.  I have just had my dose increased to knock even those out, I'll let you know how much better I feel in four months.  I would have given it a 10 if it wasn't for the weight gain."


"Makes me a speed freak, can't sit still constantly moving my hands or my face or something, like a panic attack without anxiety! It seems to have helped with anxiety though, but I still take Xanax for when I just literally cannot stop moving around, grinding my teeth or jerking my neck around. I have severe muscle spasms in the neck. I think it has helped me in some ways but not others, it made my already severe insomnia worse, so now I have sleeping pills (which still don't work sometimes). It has sort of improved my mood some people say I'm less erratic. I am not sure though. I'm giving it a 5 because the neck pain is bad, and the increased paranoia is bad and I don't really think it has helped with disassociation too much. "


"I have been on this pill for about four years.  My Doctor took me off of Ortho-Tri Cyclen because of ovarian cysts.  My only compliant is the EXTREME swelling in my ankles and when it's really hot.  I was recently put on Yaz and had to be taken off so they put me back on this.  Otherwise, it would be a great pill but the swelling is getting old and I am sick of dealing with it."


"Worst thing ever. Effective yes, but destroy ladies body, especially when you stop using it. I would never recommend it.  I wish I had never taken it. I took 3 shots, yet it was enough to mess up my whole cycle. Uncontrolled bleeding. Unaware when to expect blood or not. Z 100 percent bad!"


"Have gone off and on this medicine a couple times, 50 mg for anxiety, especially social anxiety. Am just starting to go back on it for the third time because it’s been a month since I was off it and I’m back to having panic attacks. Only went off it to lose weight (it definitely makes me gain weight) but it is worth it to be on it for the peace of mind that I feel when I’m on it. I know a lot of people worry about losing or changing their personality when they go on medicine - but it makes me feel like “myself” only better. Everyone’s different but this could really help and work for you too."


"I have a cat and a dog in the house so my nose runs all year long. I had taken Benedryl daily until the doctor told me to take it twice a day cause my body had gotten too used to it. I then tried Claritin and Allegra, neither worked for me at all. I then switched to Zyrtec and that was pretty great. I still had a runny nose but not as bad. When Xyzal came out I had to try it since I had a crack in my nose for about 6 months from a runny nose. Within 1 week of taking Xyzal the crack had healed and my nose wasn't runny. This is a miracle drug for me. I believe that each body is different and you need to take the drug that works for you. I take this during the day as it wore off when I came home from work to be with my animals."


"After one week on Lisinopril HCTZ my blood pressure went from 150/94 to 124/74.  I am experiencing the coughing side effect though which is distracting during conversation."


"I have been using heroin for 6 years now, without hardly a break. I got married and just wanted to be normal again. My habit was $200 to $300 a day. I thought there was no hope for me. I finally found a doctor and about a month after I contacted them I got in for an appointment and I was put on Suboxone. Besides it tasting horrible it is a life saver. I couldn't have done it on my own. I now take only 16 mg a day and we're working it down. I feel great, and I'm myself again."


"I had a Cough, runny nose, allergies, Then lungs got congested and major wheezing. Normally I will just take cetirizine when its allergy season, but this time my chest was in play. I looked all over the house for my bottle of Mucinex. Couldn't find it. I suffered for a couple of days with a nasty cough and gook in my lungs trying to sleep and make it through the day. After realizing I left it at our 2nd home I headed for the store. Bought the 1200mg time release (1st time), usually, I would get the 600mg. Within an hour the wheezing stopped. I am writing this comment because it works fabulously for me. I have told many of my friends and it has worked for them. Not one complaint. When I have chest congestion I will always take Mucinex. It truly works. For those that say it doesn't work, I find that hard to believe."


"I've taken Prevacid for over a year now.  The first 6 months or so were amazing, almost completely heartburn-free.  Now, it's almost like I'm taking nothing at all.  I think I need to switch to something different.  Worked great for a while, though."


"I have had skyla for a year now, and I am so glad that I decided to go ahead with the insertion. I had always had extremely easy periods until I started college, when they started to get so bad I couldn't leave my bed in the mornings and was missing class. I have a blood disorder so regular pill birth control wasn't an option for me. The insertion of skyla was very painful, however I had never had sex. I was in pain/feeling sick for a week or so after the insertion, but it went away eventually. Skyla gradually decreased my period to where I now no longer see hardly anything in my underwear and I feel hardly and period effects. Skyla has been a lifesaver for me and has drastically improved my wellbeing in college."


"After six months of taking lisinopril (5mg), I have gained weight, had hair loss and have had constant fatigue.  It has brought my blood pressure down to 120/70, but I'm tired of all the side effects! Not to mention the constant dry cough and soreness in my mouth."


"This has worked very well for me.I Still have bouts now and then, but nothing like before the medication. I take 25 mg per day. If I am having cramps and/or frequent loose stools, I'll take an additional 12.5 mg (split a 25mg tab) during the day. I take the 25 at night, which also aids in sleep. Only negative side affect is some mild to moderate urine retention. This is in part due to also having BPH. But the goods  outweigh the negatives."


"Didn't work for me."


"Took 50 mg in the morning as directed, the day went fine and I was productive but was awake all night.  Didn't sleep at all and felt jumpy for the first hour or so out of bed.  I've been on Wellbutrin for years and felt like it might not be helping anymore -- well, after a scary night where I felt like I was on a bad trip -- just make it stop -- I'm back to Wellbutrin.  If anyone knows a good alternative to Wellbutrin that's not Effexor or Pristiq, I'd love to hear about it."


"This works every single time I have bacterial vaginitis. "


"Amazing!  1300 mg a day not only takes the edge off PMS/PMDD but chills me out every day.  Also on Zoloft but EPO adds an extra something that relaxes me just right!"


"I have been given this for otitis media and upper respiratory infections. It is a good "kick start" but the full effect is only achieved after a three-day course of injections. It works but is quite painful, especially for pediatric patients."


"I was prescribed to this birth control but after reading the awful reviews, I was seriously considering going back to the doctor to ask for another. I decided to give it a try and I've had absolutely no side effects. This is my first time taking birth control and it really worked perfect for me. I usually have a lot of acne and that has cleared up a lot already, which is a big plus!! Don't be discouraged with the other reviews, it might work for you too!"


"I'm a 21 year old female and just diagnosed with Bipolar I. It's been a roller coaster ride especially after gaining 10 pounds in the hospital while taking risperidone and Depakote. I'm still on the Depakote, though I hope to discontinue it as soon as my psychiatrist allows, but I just switched to Abilify. I've got to say, so far I have no complaints. With risperidone I had no "lid" to my hunger. It was endless, and that was quite disappointing. There were many other side effects, but the weight gain has added to my self loathing. Though the painful heart dysrhythmias are a close second. I'm hoping that Abilify makes it possible for me to curb my appetite back to what it used to be as I exercise the 30 pounds I don't need away."


"I have taken this medicine for about six months now.  It has been such a life changer for me! I was on depakote as a mood stabilizer for my not terribly severe bipolar disorder. Depakote caused weight gain. Since I have been on Trileptal, I have lost 30lbs and feel great.  I am just about to start my student teaching in college and I am more confident than ever that I will succeed with flying colors."


"I started this pill in November 2015 and now in April of '16 I am FED UP!  I have horrible bloating, gas, constipation every day (worsening in the evenings.)  I've gained over 10 pounds and my abdomen looks like I'm 3 months pregnant.  I'm 45 and have no more plans for children.  I can't exercise this weight off either!  My back is covered in pimples and my chest area has them also. I've noticed a decrease in my appetite (mainly in the evenings) yet I'm gaining weight.  I have fatigue and completely random periods.  My doctor, for the record told me that these symptoms I was having were not related to my pill!! So, needless to say, I'm finding a new Dr.  Peri-menopause stinks!!! You young ladies, exercise while you can and enjoy that body!"


"I absolutelllly loved this BC. The first one I went on (probably the last too) and it's done wonders. I haven't gotten pregnant (woo!) & it cleared up all my acne! I have naturally very oily skin & break out right before I get my period, but on Aubra those annoying whiteheads went away. When I first started taking it I found myself hungrier than usual & with an increased appetite, and I gained almost 10 lbs, but after the first few months my appetite curbed and went back to normal & I lost the weight. My boobs grew slightly and it helped regulate my period. My friend was also on Aubra but had to switch because it made her gain a lottttt of weight. Everyone's body reacts differently, but personally Aubra worked for me :^))"


"Diagnosed in June 2016 Stage 2 grade 2 IDC Breast cancer. August 2016 lumpectomy, sentinel node biopsy and 30 radiation treatments. Only been on arimidex for 2 weeks. Having severe bone pain in legs and hips. Knees are the worst. Some nausea and loss of appetite. Didn't expect the side effects to start within the first 2 weeks of taking arimidex. Hope the longer I'm on arimidex the side effects will get better."


"Lyrica works well on my chronic neck pain which I have had for 4 years. But I have gained about 30 pounds so am considering trying Neurontin to see if effects are the same but without the weight gain!"


"This is quality brand named thyroid medicine that is effective and has virtually no side-effects."


"Tried it for three months and this stuff did not work at all.  What a waste of money."


"I got recommended by my derm to use this to treat my acne. it literally burnt my face! my skin feels like leather, and in the first 2 days my face started peeling extremely bad, and the burning is too much to take. I do not recommend."


"I had my IUD put in in the beginning of March 2016. It hurt, but it wasn't THAT bad. I would say 7 on a 10 scale and it was over in less than a minute. I was really freaking out over nothing. I had high hopes because cramping that day was minimal. However, I spotted for 2 full months, almost 3. I cramped horribly for about 6 weeks; but it wasn't continuous. It was a lot of random ouch ouch ouch! cramps and then it would be over just like that. I cramped and bled after exercise and sex for the first 6 weeks. Doing SO much better now! No cramping ever, periods are lighter. PMS seems bad though (mood swings, irritability, appetite increase). Glad I did it."


"Have been smoking since 14 and now almost 50.  My family dislike the fact that I smoke - the health risks mainly but also the smell. Im only on day 10 of taking Champix but must say how impressed I am.  Had my last cigarette 5 days ago.  I have had a few odd dreams,  but nothing scarey at all,  just odd.

Today was a hard day as its Sunday and im not my busiest however I got through it (almost bought a 10 pack) Did some breathing exercises which  helped and have started to suck ice cubes when I get a craving-which only lasts about 3 mins. So far so good.  Fingers and toes crossed I will succeed but after reading some of the comments on here it looks like I will.  Will keep you posted. Good luck everyone."


"Very effective . I like it. However I noticed that my penis has an increased bend making penetration difficult.  Does Cialis cause bending. Is there a way to reverse bending or is there medicine that can reduce the bending."


"38 year oid female - within three days of taking this medication (1/day at lowest dosage) I was suicidal. Depression, but NO previous history of suicidal tendencies. There were no other changes in my life other than this medication. I recovered quickly after stopping taking Focalin. I also had strong negative reaction to Vyvanse. Doc said there was something unusual about how my body metabolizes this particular medications. Concerta has done well for me, considering Ritalin SR due to cost."


"I've suffered with scalp psoriasis from being 8 years old but always managed with coal tar shampoos. When I was 29 I noticed plaque psoriasis forming on the trunk of my body, arms and legs, chest and face! They grew larger, became intolerable and so itchy. After many visits to the GP I was eventually referred to a dermatologist. By this point I was off work severely ill, my skin was so bad I couldn't walk, I would lie in the bath to help shed the layers of skin. Upon my visit to dermatologist he took one look and said I was critical. I was 99% covered and had erythrodermic psoriasis! I spent 11 days in hospital bandaged in ointments. I've been on MTX for 4 years now and can say they have helped me a lot (99%). Blood monitors done 3 monthly. "


"I have really bad allergies that are pretty much year round now! I was taking Claritin D for months before I found Flonase! I took both for about 2 days and then no longer needed the Claritin! It was REALLY worth the money! Everything started clearing up within 24 hours...its been 5 days now and all my symptoms are gone!! Don't listen to the haters! This medicine is AMAZING! I told my dad about it, because he has allergies like me. He started it yesterday and I got a text from him today thanking me for telling him about it! He said he can already breathe again!"


"Woke me up a little, decreased appetite so I thankfully lost a bit of weight. It gave me headaches in the beginning due to dehydration, but overall, the only other bad effect was insomnia in the beginning. I went completely manic when I went up to 100 mg, but 50 mg worked perfectly for me...that is, until it just stopped helping anymore."


"I have been taking Vistaril for 3 years. It really as helped my stress level go down."


"I am a 27 year old mother of 2 small children with a severe back injury. In hopes of cutting back on the narcotic pain medicines I started Zipsor. No Luck, within a week I was unable to get out of bed. I am now back on the narcotic pain medicines but am still looking for an alternate solution."


"MS-Contin was good at relieving pain not as strong as Oxycontin which I was used to.  They are different and I read in a 2007 Physicians desk reference guide that they are 45-55% or more absorbed by the human body where Oxycodone was 60-85% absorbed in the human body. Also made me more tired than Oxycodone.  Secondly, though both medications made me tired it seemed like the MS Contin made me more tired and lethargic than Oxycontin."


"It works. I took it 30 min after I had unprotected sex and I didn't get any side effects and I got my period on time."


"Gained tolerance quickly on this med- maxed out dosage/ frequency and had to add additional pains meds to address pain issues. Have not had issues with dependency thankfully-"


"Pain is decreased as well as time of breakout. Best stuff ever but very expensive."


"I decided to share my experience to add a positive review about the Mirena IUD. I had my IUD inserted about a week ago. Going in for the insertion I was terrified based on all the reviews I read online referring to the pain. An hour before my appointment I took 800mg of ibuprofen, my gyno didn’t recommend anything else before the insertion. When the insertion started, I kept waiting for the worst pain of my life to come but it didn't. The pain was about 4/10, but I wouldn’t even consider it pain, uncomfortable may be a better word (sharp cramping but bearable) My period is already much lighter than usual to the point that I’m only wearing panty liners (I never had very heavy periods previously and I’ve been on the pill for about 5 years)"


"I take 50 mg of  Zoloft  and  3 x 2mg  Xanax a day  and  1 Adderall XR 30mg. I was so depressed at one time before I got on these medicines. "


"I started taking this when I was coming off Valium. I was getting 3 hours of sleep and waking in cold sweats. I added mirtazapine and I started getting a full 8 hours. Small doses of this work better for sleep than larger doses. Prescribed 7.5 mg but found my "sweet spot" at about 5mg after chiseling off a little bit of the pill. This is excellent for sleep. Some people can get great sleep on 3.75 mg. The higher doses are used more as an antidepressant. If you are suffering from insomnia I would definitely give this a try."


"I was put on this bc to prevent pregnancy. I guess I should preface this review by saying I was off hormonal bc for almost 4 years, so my reaction could have been, in part, due to that fact. I was only able to take this bc for 4 days. The first thing I noticed was the nausea, and the ill feeling I had throughout the whole day. I couldn't eat, my appetite decreased a lot. It made my anxiety 3x worse, and it also made me depressed to the point where it was getting crippling, and I couldn't go through the day without feeling like I needed to cry, at the most random times. I read some people saying they had a feeling of dread while taking this bc. I had that too. I had the worst insomnia I've had in my life. worst bc I've ever taken!"


"When I got Nexplanon I bled for 6 months straight, however, my period was light and manageable (I was very active in sports). My doctor prescribed an oral birth control to help regulate my flow and I took it for three weeks. I didn't get my period for the next 18ish months. The last year of my BC came with very irregular spotting and occasional periods. With Nexplanon, I noticed my mood was pretty sensitive when I was bleeding. I did not experience any weight gain. Overall, I have loved this birth control. My husband and I have used this as our SOLE method of protection and are confident with it."


"This birth control had its pros and its cons. With this birth control, I knew exactly when I would start my period and what day I would get off my period. It was like clockwork that never seemed to fail. My period was a tad shorter and it was definitely lighter overall (aside from the first day). This BC didn't do much for my cramps. I didn't have any side effects such as moodiness or weight gain, that I seemed to notice. My reason for getting off this BC though is because it made me breakout like crazy. Before, I rarely had so much as a pimple. With this BC, I didn't feel comfortable going out without makeup because my complexion got so bad."


"My 83 yo father was in danger of losing his life. Has Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator  (ICD), stomach problems and prostate cancer in past. He had developed a Blood clot behind ICD.
He deteriorated within 3 days of taking this drug, couldn't walk and bleeding out through back passage, kidneys and we don't know where else as still waiting for test results. His lactate levels 7.3 on admittance to hospital; a sustained 5 has a survival rate of only 11% so dad lucky thus far.
He has received 4 units of blood, oxygen, saline solution to try to flush it out.
This medication must be administered with caution, looking at previous conditions and closely monitored. My dad deteriorated within 72 of starting it. The external symptoms are: listlessness, waxy skin, breathing difficulties, paralysis of lower limbs."


"I have been taking seroquil for 18 months and have gained about 30 lb.  I take 200mg at night and find I feel as if I am starving and eat crazy amounts sugary food that  I crave. I find that when I wake my eyes have a haze over them for a half hour or so. If I miss a dose I can not sleep no matter how much I try. I get a clenched jaw and grind my teeth when I miss a dose. I was in prison and sometimes was not given the opportunity to take it. Those nights and days were long. I will say that it helps slow the mind down and it is amazing to get to sleep. With that said after taking it I was ready for bed in about 20min whether I wanted to sleep then or not. When I tried stopping I did not sleep right for months."


"EXTREMELY addicting and after a while you need more AND more to sleep. Also, in mornings I would find cooked meals, tv and lights on, and scary time I found bicycle out front! !!  STAY AWAY FROM THIS AND LANISTA."


"Never been so sick, flu like symptoms and no help with depression. I experienced anxiety and panic attacks while taking it. 3 weeks was all I could take. Back to the doctor for a medicine change. Thank God I had some Xanax to help along the way. Hope others have better luck with it than I did."


"Used it during menopause for extreme emotional distress. That was 15 years ago. It was slowly increased from 33 mg to 225 mg due to ineffectiveness. I finally decided after reading up on it that it wasn't worth  the side effects that I had if I ran out or if I wanted to get off. Well, I decided to get off. Please do not go on this drug if there is a chance you will ever want to go off of it. It took me 4 months to wean myself off. This past week was the first week I have been completely off. It has been an excruciating long 4 months. I took my time, but the withdrawal is bad. I can not imagine withdrawal from other drugs being much worse. Feel sick to my stomach, Joints ache beyond belief. Emotionally I am a mess, but I try, I try!"


"Healed my severe eczema in days!"