"I've had the mirena in me for about 4 1/2 years. Its a love hate situation. I love it because I never got pregnant off  of it and haven't had a period since I got it in. But the longer I had it in I feel depressed at times lack of sex drive and bipolar at times."


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"I've taken Pradaxa for almost three months.  For the first couple of weeks, I thought I would be one of the fortunate ones as I had no side effects.  However, the longer I take it, the more side effects I experience.  I cannot take it on an empty stomach, or even with only a light meal.  I have heartburn, especially at night, plus the bowel issues, which seem to get worse daily.  I don't want to go back to Coumadin, though.  I'm going to have ablation surgery and if it goes as planned, I hope to be able to stop taking blood thinner after a few weeks."


"I have severe dry eye due to MGD. I had tried Restasis, but producing tears wasn't my problem, it was the lipid layer that keeps them from evaporating, so Restatis did nothing for me. Before Xiidra, I couldn't even carry on a conversation without closing my eyes.  I couldn't be in a room with a fan on even though I live in Phoenix.  I quit reading books, limited my computer time, and generally quit doing many things I love, like sewing or anything involving my eyes, just about everything!! I know it doesn't cure my condition, but at least I can forget about it now.  I am so grateful for Xiidra"


"This pill lightened my period but I began to experience sore back, sore breasts, constant hunger and always felt tired. I gained 45 pounds since I started taking the pill but my diet remained. I stopped taking the pill and instantly lost weight! I've been off the pill for a month and I've already lost 15 pounds."


"Please, please, please put this product back on the market. I've been using Privine for over 35 years and there is no other product on the market like it. It clears up my stuffy nose in minutes and lasts all night. There are no side effects and it's very gentle on the nose tissue. I don't know what I'm going to do without it."


"I had a rough time starting young with major depression and anxiety since middle school. My freshman year I started taking Lexapro. It was the worst possible thing that could've happened to me. Worst side effects ever. I gained over 40 pounds. I was tiny and petite to being around 125 to 170. Tried switching from many multiple different meds, still gained weight. Then my doctor finally put me on Wellbutrin, started off with the low dose and didn't really help much. She upped me to 150. I had hyperglycemia and finally got over it and got off of metformin. I am starting to finally lose some of that weight and about to look great for senior year. I highly recommend this medicine. It makes me not hungry anymore. I'm so happy now!"


"While the Implanon apparently works for some I would 100% not recommend it. After having it in for a month I then had my period for over 30 days straight, developed terrible acne, felt bloated and sick most of the time, and had constant cold symptoms. It definitely worked as a contraceptive though since I have been bleeding so much I haven't had a chance to have sex with my long term boyfriend.
I have been told it takes time for some bodies to adjust to the hormones but to me it is definitely not worth it.
I feel anxious every day because I don't know if I will have my period or not, or if it will be heavy or light. I've spent a fortune on pads and tampons and I'm sick of it. I am getting this ridiculous and debilitating bar removed ASAP."


"Xanax has helped me so much with handling all of lifes problems and with helping me with my children! I have two boys that mean the world to me. I lost my job after 18 years and everything got on my nerves. I went to my doctor and told him I was trying to sleep alot cause I could not handle lossing my job and worrying about how I was gonna pay my bills if I couldnt draw my employment. I would know that in 6 days,so I went on Xanax and it changed my life! I NOW KNOW I'LL MAKE IT NO MATTER WHAT - JUST TRY IT!"


"My son has been on medication since he was 4 he started out with adderal 50xr and he started birding his fingernails till they bleed he got Into many fights at school and then in 2nd grade he got. Switched to concerda XR 54 and he took that for many years intill eight grade and he did terrible I. School he's 16 now and is on many medications like WellbutrinXR 300 Intunive 3 zyprexa 20 Zoloft 200 trazadone 300 he takes foclin 20 on top of that he's loves the foclin it makes him focused he dose 4 hours of on online school a day intill the foclin wears off he has very little side effects from it all he notices is he says he crashes and get tired and miserable once it wears off But he has done amazing since he was put on it his grades are Bs"


"I just started this medication and I like it for the hyperactivity side of my ADHD. I have tried almost every ADHD medication but most recently was on vyvanse, with the vyvanse I had great concentration but the hyperactivity was not controlled well so she had me try Adzenys I've only been on it about a week and the taste is not that bad for being a dissolvable medication but I will say that I can't take it immediately and then go to work because I become almost spaced out. I know I probably need to adjust to it and it's great once the first hour has passed. I'm still unsure whether I will stay on adzenys or switch back to vyvanse but so far so good."


"I have been taking Allegra for over a decade when it was only available on prescription.  Over the years my insurance company forced me to try all the allergy medicines that went OTC in hopes that they wouldn't have to continue to pay for Allegra by prescription.  However, nothing ever worked for me like Allegra.  The other drugs caused side effects that I could not tolerate.  I have no side-effects from Allegra what-so-ever.  It has been a miracle medication for me and my year-round allergies."


"A couple of summers ago, I got a spider bite that unfortunately developed into a full blown MRSA outbreak, which spread to multiple parts of my body! I ended up being hospitalized for 3 weeks while trying to clear up the horribly painful infection, where they gave Me extreme doses of antibiotics & Dilaudid (4mg) IV every 2 hours. Within moments of each dose, ALL the pain would fade away & I'd get incomparable relief!!! However on the opposite extreme, the tablet form of this medicine (hydromorphone) that the doctor sent Me home on, didn't even compare. I couldn't even tell after taking it, I would rate the pill form a 1!"


"I posted on 05/22/2017. This is an update.
It's been almost 3 months since I had Skyla inserted. I stopped spotting after about 5-6 weeks. PMS symptoms are still more intense than before the IUD. My periods on Skyla are lighter than my "usual" ones, but they have become longer and last 8-10 days now. Cramps are sharper and less predictable. I never had to diet, remained in the same weight/size for the past 10+ years and returned to my pre-pregnancy shape within weeks. However, on Skyla I'm constantly hungry (as if I'm pregnant, but I'm not) and have gained 4 pounds already.
Skyla is a keeper for me unless I cannot control my appetite or other symptoms become untolerable."


"2 weeks ago I thought my life was over with the diagnosis. My doctor let me know I am not alone and over 70% of people have human papilloma virus, its just a matter of who's body's can fight off the warts developing or not. I have been using Aldara for 2 weeks and have only minor side effects like a slight itching which not sure if just my brain thinking its bad or if it was. Apply to only the spots that need. I almost think those who complain of unreal side effects slathered this on without reading directions. The only other side effect which was odd was the first night I applied my heart rate was 100 beats per minute which was strange. Lesions have shrunk in size ten folds. I'm just super pleased. I feel bad for those who cannot afford Aldara."


"I have been so ill for days I get sick a lot so I tried to brush it off but it’s to the point I was considering going to the hospital. I’m vomiting so bad it’s painful. I think about recently being prescribed this med and notice that oh it’s this damn pill that has me so violently ill. I’m still vomiting violently that’s not even right.  Omg someone save me  lol also tired achy skin blisters feel off like speedy light headed. Def no longer taking them"


"I have been on percocet 10/325 for 6 months now and I personally couldn't have asked for my pain management doctor to have prescribed anything better. I suffer with bad lumbar and left knee pain. My pain kept me at the doctors office and in emergency rooms and finally I have relief."


"*update from spookyblack* I forgot to mention the terrible nightmares I have been having they are really messed up,  and break through bleeding. This pill has made me super tired, depressed, and have gnarly mood swings. I have been eating a lot and have gained a lot of weight. Great just in time for summer right? I have felt the worse about myself and looks ever since I started this pill. Please don't do this to yourself and not to mention the nasty acne I, and so many girls have experienced."


"First month was awesome. Absolutely wonderful. Then I started lightly bleeding. I just thought it was my period. But it has lasted up until now which has been about 2 almost 3 months. I will not take the shot again. Having your period  for months is hard on a girl. And on top of that my emotions have been insane. Like I am not a cryer. I never cry and ever since I've had the shot watching finding nemo makes me ball. And I get pissed at people for nothing!!! Its ridiculous. Like I dislike who I have become with the shot."


"I've never been a depressed person until now. I call it a situational depression. I tried to handle it on my own at first but got so tired of crying all the time decided I needed help, something to get me over the hump. So, I've been on Pristiq for about a month. At first I felt like I was in a Benadryl haze for about a week. Just felt strange. One night about a week ago I woke up with the worst night sweats I've ever had, like I just ran 10 miles. Drenched! I could have wrung out my shirt, gross. I also have zero appetite. I wasn't hungry until about 5:00 today and just had half of a salad. I seem to get full fast. As far as my mood, much better. I'm not crying my eyes out everyday which is so refreshing. I feel less anxious."


"Will never take these again.  What is gentle about this drug anyway? After hours of horrible cramps and cold sweats and an excruciatingly painful BM the rest of this stuff is going in the trash."


"Began taking this medicine after I had my daughter. Used to take beyaz and had great experience with regular light periods, now I'm on my third month of this stuff and I literally have been bleeding more days than not. Seriously considering stopping it, this is miserable."


"I just started taking 25 mg a day a few days ago. So far I'm tired after taking it and very thirsty. I do feel good after the drowsiness wears off and am already starting to feel good. My jaw hurts a little and slight headache. I will post again in a few weeks."


"Lisinopril gave me bad cough and sinus draining. 100 mg of Losartan Potassium lowered BP from 155 to 118 with no side effects at all. I worried that was too low but yesterday news said 120 was the new target so I feel great about it. I'm 65, male, 220 lbs. BP had started rising to 130 at 63 years, then up to 140 the next year, then quickly to 150 and started hitting 155 when I had to tell my doctor to do something about it."


"I am a very anxious person, socially especially. I take valium 5mg 3x a day (but lately only as needed, I'm tired of going through my script so quick) & yesterday asked my doctor to prescribe Buspar (buspirone) and to let me try it in addition to my valium. He agreed it was safe to take with my other medications (quite a few that I take for chronic pain and anxiety) but this medication, that is the ONLY FDA approved medication for anxiety that is NOT addictive, or so he says, actually has made me smile and made my general social and overall anxiety go away. I just started yesterday, 15mg 3x a day, and even tho I am staying on valium for now, this med may help me wean back to a smaller dose of benzos. Good luck!"


"After suffering from GAD, insomnia, and depression symptoms for almost a year my doctor and I finally agreed to try Zoloft. I had taken trazodone, amitriptyline, and escitalopram separately and in combination without prevail for this long period of time. Sertraline is much more tolerable than escitalopram so far and has allowed me to be myself and enjoy everything about life again.  It has also been very helpful in treating premature ejaculation. If you are having trouble sleeping, worrying needlessly, and suffering through everyday do not hesitate to find the medication right for you. These medications may take much trial and error, but can be a lifesaver.  I hope this is helpful to you, as other reviews have greatly encouraged me!"


"I'm one of the 5%, that experience all the VERY bad side effects that no one mentioned when I got the implant. I used it for 8 months after the birth of my son.  It was removed 6 months ago and now I'm having to see a Endocrinologist, due to the continuing hormone imbalance Implanon caused.  I lost hair, gained 50 pounds, acne, facial hair, mood swings, fatigue, slept most of the time, no libido, just plain MISERABLE. Not to mention I missed out of enjoying my son's 1st year of life.  "


"It works! The best "diet pill" I have ever taken. I lost 40lbs in 3 months. Exercising is the key. You have to work out to see faster results. Side effects was headaches, only because I had no appetite. Constipation was an issue, but I took care of that by juicing veggies."


"I've had endometriosis my whole life... Six surgeries.. I was on Lupron 2x.... Birth control pills.... Finally the depo was my last resort.... The first time it made me bleed everyday for 7 months... I didn't give up on it... It made me gain weight because it increases your appetite and u don't realize it until u go off of it.... I still didn't give up... I've been on it now for 5 years and I have joined weight watchers and increased excercise..... I have not had a period in 5 years..... I don't miss the agony ... The pain... The hospital visits.... Being bed ridden for 3 days a month.... I love the Depo...and now I'm making progress with losing weight so I'm happy..."


"It took me 2 years to be diagnosed and as soon as I began taking Tegretol I began feeling less pain. I take 600 mg daily. I was taking 800mg but the nausea was too much. If I ever miss a pill I will begin to have pain but while taking it I am almost 100%."


"My family and I love this drug. They say it calms me down alot. I don't get stressed out about a lot of things. It just relaxes me."


"4 days I've been taking this medication and it hasn't done anything what so ever! I can't get any rest because I'm coughing my brains out. I'm coughing so hard that I'm throwing up. My head is pounding. I will stop this so called "cough suppressant" today and go to the store and buy me some over the counter Robitussin because that works better than than this Prescription I had to pay outta pocket for because my insurance didn't cover it. I wouldn't recommend my worse enemy to take this medication!"


"this medication is the best anti psychotic i ever took, i'm getting the shot 244 mg, and the delusions and hallucinations are under control, this medicine is a life saver. the side effects i experience is anxiety and weight but overall it's a great medicine."


"Took this medication to help my SVT. Made my heart skip beats and I felt like I was going to have a heart attack. Worst experience of my life. Never helped lower my heart rate. Lopressor never worked for me either."


"I guess it does what it's supposed to, prevents pregnancy!  I have been on it for 2 months and the weight gain in my belly is ridiculous!  I've gained 5 pounds. My mood is all whacked out. I plan on quitting."


"I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's at 11 yrs old and was on Synthroid since until last year (I was 28). After I was off all medication for about 6 months and my blood test came back at a dangerous level, my doctor immediately got me back on a lower dosage of Synthroid, but I had one of the worst side effects from it - so she quickly switched me to Armour and gradually upped the dose from 30mg until I got to 120mg and my blood levels were back to normal.  I've never felt better!  I started to lose the weight I gained during my non-medicated time and I have energy I thought I never had.  At this point, I refuse to go back to Synthroid.  I wish I knew of this before now, everyone around me can see the difference in my moods, a lot happier!"


"I am on day three of Harvoni...was a little nervous about the side  effects but very pleased to report No side effects at all...."


"I have been on this just a week, 20mg a night to sleep. Immediately I noticed a loss of hunger (I have to remind myself to eat) and loss of need to urinate (again, have to remind myself or I do not feel a need). It helped with sleep the first few nights, now I am up several times each hour. It did help improve mood, but is failing at the main reason for taking it, insomnia."


"In 2014 only 10mg Simvastatin was prescribed for my Mother  in an extended care facility. She was already on diltiazem 180mg for mild hypertension .  During 17 months on  this drug combination she developed brown urine, hair was falling out by the fist full,  suddenly became diabetic,  developed renal problems (elevated BUN),  developed elevated amylase and lipase levels and now has a pancreatic cyst (proven by CT scan).  She has some dementia and could not communicate side effects she was experiencing.  We saw the physical effects and reported them to the staff.  No action was taken by the Physician.  Her health was destroyed. If they are not, these 2 drugs should be contraindicated. Period."


"My experience with Skyla so far has not been a positive one. So far I have a face full of acne ( which I have not had since I was 15: 25 now ) I have also gained 7 pounds . I had requested to my doctor to give me a birth control with low chances of weight gain because I recently lost 20 pounds and now I'm behind 3 months of workouts due to this weight gain.
Also my first 5 weeks on Skyla I was every day spot bleeding but it has stopped ."


"I have never taken any sort of prescription medicine for any type of mental issues in my life. And to be honest, I was scared to take this. I recently found myself going through a life changing experience and was finding myself unable to function at even the most basic level. I was crying all day, every day and was worthless at home and work. It%u2019s now been two weeks since I started taking Pristiq and I find it a God send. I wonder if I could have used something like this in the past.
I find myself much more even keeled. I don%u2019t lose my temper and seem to be a mellower, happier person and in much less of a hurry. I have only cried once since starting my regimen and that was during a very intense moment.
I%u2019ve been a better father and husband and I really like this."


"I absolutely love NuvaRing. I came off Ortho Evra (patch) and switched to NuvaRing. It's ultra easy to insert and I forget about it being there honestly. I'm 20 years old so being super active with school, work.  My boyfriend can't feel it & it really helps us out because even if it does slip out during sex we can always slip it back in.  With three hours unprotected without the ring in; if we want to take it out; we can and still have protection.  I've lost weight; my moods are better; and my skin is clear.  I am so happy with Nuvaring.  I probably won't use another birth control ever."


"Was on Junel Fe and it worked according to my needs...which was to have a lighter more manageable PERIOD or no PERIOD at all. After taking Junel for a year, all was well. Upon my renewal, I went to the pharmacy to pick up my prescription to be told that Junel Fe had been recalled or discontinued, but Blisovi was the same medication. IT IS NOT! Where my cycle had been light to non existent, never experienced cramping even before being on birth control, I have now been on Blisovi since the end of October 2016 and my cycle has gone haywire! Sudden unexpected menstruation, including severe cramping is not the answer! Had me over here thinking about getting on Depo, but I feel that is not the answer either. I am contacting my doctor immediately!"


"I've been taking Disophrol since Drixoral wasn't available and they work just the same.  It is the same ingredients and made by the same manufacturer - Schering-Plough."


"I also want to say I have been taking it for 3 yrs... And it did help with my depression but my sex life was terrible and trying to get off of it has given worst withdrawals ever... But I really think this medicine affects every person differently."


"I'm just finishing my first month of Sprintec and at the moment I absolutely hate it! I'm in so much pain I can hardly move its just horrid! I'm also very emotional ALL the time ( I just cried because a noise startled me) in the beginning I also experienced horrible migraines that all I wanted to do was stay in the dark, but thats nothing new since being on this pill considering I just want to lay in bed all day anyway. My experience with sprintec has not been a good one"


"I loved the freedom this method gave me, as it somehow makes you feel in control to be able to take the ring out if you don't like it or if it irritates you (after a year of paragard, this was a nice change).

However, this method gave me terrible and recurring yeast infections. I was only able to use this for about 3-4 months before I felt too irritated (and financially strapped) to keep using it. Also, keeping them in the fridge was a little awkward."


"I'm on Butrans 10mg, plus, 15mg morphine 4 times daily for breakthrough pain for 6 months. I've heard people say the patch decreases in effectiveness by day 5. Haven't had this problem. Try not to take too hot a bath/shower. The patch has really helped to keep my pain level at a constant. And used with the morphine, let's me function fairly well on most days. If you have problems with it not sticking, srub your skin well with hot water [no lotion], and dry, then, gently put on patch [don't stretch it], it will stick. Don't get too hot outside, it can make you sick. I do outside activities in cooler parts of the day! Good luck!"


"I used this mediation for about 7 years and never once was pregnant or any side effects. However now that I have had a child (1 year) I have been taking this medicine and I have noticed that I am bloating having severe stomach problems that last hours, migraines, dizziness, and massive mood swings. I am thinking that after having a child your hormones change so due take into consideration after having a child that what worked before may not work after child birth. Other then that for the 7 years it was amazing!"


"I am 56 years old. I started out with very low Testosterone levels around 150.  Once on Androgel the level peaked at about 500 which was our goal.  At the higher testosterone achieved with 4 pumps I encountered a large weight gain (not all muscle either).  I also experienced an alarming amount of breast enlargement and breast pain behind the nipple. While on Androgel for only a few months I experienced an increase in libido and the return of night/morning erections. I also experienced a remarkable increase in muscle strength."


"I am using Kerydin for a year now. It has somewhat improved. For the cost of Kerydin, this medication is not satisfactory but rather an absolute rip off"


"Update on comment below:

I gave up the ginger tea. It tasted awful and was hard for me to get it down, even just sipping it. It didn't help me that much either. I am now going to try a turmeric drink made with milk or nut milk that is suppose to help. We will see....."


"I had half my thyroid out almost three months ago.  Started taking medication about five weeks post-op.  I have become depressed and stressed. Everything bothers me and I cannot let it go. I go days without sleeping and live on black coffee. I have the shakes and hate everybody and everything. I cannot rid myself of the stress. I do not know if this is the medicine but that is the only new medicine I have been taking."


"Ok so you probably want to take this with food.  It made me EXTREMELY nauseous when I didn't.  Works well for pain.  While many pain meds make a person sleepy, this one has the complete opposite effect on me.  It made me extremely energetic/hyper.  I had overwhelming urges to "spring clean" the house, garage, and do things I had been putting off.  The down side of that, however, is it interferes with my sleep and I can't take it at bedtime.  It's ok for daytime pain for me."


"This birth control worked fine for the first 3 months I was on it. But then I started getting large, vicious acne on my face which is super unusual for me! I never had a problem with acne, not even in middle or high school. So horrible that now that I'm in college and having to deal with near cystic acne. Not to mention the horrible, severe depression that I suffered from and am still trying to overcome after being off this pill for about 2 weeks. It almost ended my year long relationship. However, me and my boyfriend never had protected sex and I never had a pregnancy scare. But, I will say that the pill is different for everyone!!"


"Hey ladies (:

 Well I've had this for 4 years all together and I actually got it taken out earlier today! Mainly because I don't really want it anymore.

   My experience was great!

      The insertion is nothing, they numm you up first and boom). It lasts for three years. The side effects I had is, when I did get my period it lasted for a long time.&&  Not really sexual.

  But everyone is different ! I read a lot about how girls gain weight because of it, well that didn't happen to me.

I really do recommend it."


"I am a 15 year old female experiencing acne from puberty. I was prescribed the medication by my dermatologist. I am also using Acanya un the morning with Neutrogena SPF. In addition, I am moisturizing with Cetaphil.
At first I noticed the treatment was working well besides mild stinging and redness, but after three weeks I am now having an increase in white heads in areas I have never had any problems with like my cheeks and chin. The acne seems to be small fine bumps that are deep under my skin - I believe theses are called closed comodones. Hopefully this is just the initial breakout."


"Have suffered hot flushes for 20 years as a side effect of Amitrypline. Gabapentine definitely reduces the severity of the flushes, although not stopping them completely."


"Had fibromyalgia for over 10 years, very unrestful sleep.  2.5-5.0 mg of Cyclobenzaprine at night changed everything.  I'm now able to get into deep sleep and stay there for 8 hours. Makes a world of difference in the pain and depression.  Restful sleep is key to MANY disorders."


"Just started the 5/hr lil less than 24hrs ago..not sure but think I may be noticing minimum amount of relief but bumped up with another 5/hr on own after 1st 12hrs  because of it being the lowest dose AND checking with pharmacists that know my long history of dosages of narcotics and it being the weekend so my PM doctor is only available for emergencies. Basically my fibro muscle pain feels slightly less but has not touched my back.neck.knees.or nerve pain YET. I am hoping though since it is early still according to other readings on here. I have nothing to use for breakthrough so im really missing the 30-60mg total daily intake of oxycodone that this is supposed to replace w/better results.Noticed bad NAUSEA! Jittery 1st 1-2hrs when apply."


"I got this in during a very stressful time, finished my 3rd year in college, bf of a few months went to europe for a couple months, started a new job, and training for soccer.  It has made me turn into a psycho bitch with crazy mood swings.  I was a couple weeks late on my period, but let me tell you 3 weeks later my period started and has been going on for 2.5 weeks.  Ive had crazy anxiety and severe depressed moods, lost a few pounds, socially limited myself, & lethargic."


"I love Mirena but I would have to say that every week I have these terrible pains in my well lets say ovaries area. I have to lay in bed for a few hours and wait for them to go way. I have only had it in for one year. I have not had it checked due to I had health insurance when I got it put in and now I don't. "


"For years I've had to deal with my overactive bladder. I went on various prescription drugs only to have bad reactions, the worse being severely dry eyes causing a tear in my cornea, it did not put me in my happy place. In 2007 I had a bladder suspension which stopped the peeing when I laughed, coughed, sneezed or cried. That change my life but I still had that "key in the door" peeing sensation. I still had to find the bathroom every time I entered a mall or grocery store. I found the best urologist. We tried the interstem.  Unfortunately I herniated a few discs in my back due to a car accident.  The interstem had to come out in order to have a MRI. I have had Botox 5 times now. It's amazing. now I even get injections in his office & awake"


"I have been taking seroquel for a couple years and it's the only medication I have found yet that helps my mood swings, insomnia, and tourette syndrome. I have been tried on numerous medications and this is the one for me.."


"Reduced my libido to absolutely nothing, daily migraines, cystic acne, cramps became worse, I had no emotions, hair loss/lifeless hair, and I gained 8 pounds within one month of starting this birth control. I just stopped taking this medication and hopefully my body will be able to get back to normal. I have taken other birth control medications in the past and none of them affected me like this one so just beware of reclipsen."


"I was recently put on Gemfibrozil - 300 x 2 dosage. After 5 days, I became extremely irritable, cranky, hateful... NOT my nature. I felt like I could crawl out of my skin - almost like pins and needles. Achey. Throbbing headache. Hissing noise in head.  Anxiety. Jumpy. Tried to rest, but uncomfortable. Poor hubby took the brunt of my awfulness. I skipped the night dose and by morning, I was tired, a bit dizzy, feeling impatient - but not flying off the handle. Headache was minimal but notable."


"I'm on day 6 of a 7 day treatment, and I'm throwing in the towel. I've never had such terrible side effects. Severe dizziness, insomnia, dehydration,  irritated bladder, racing heart, anxiety, constant bad taste in mouth. I barely had any BV symptoms to begin with, so the meds have felt like unnecessary torture. Never again."


"Update I have been on bydureon for six months now and with diet and 40 minutes of exercise a day I have lost 64 lbs. This drug has been a great for me. I never thought I would ever take it off but I am. I only have 24 more lbs to go to be at my normal weight. I have had very  minimal side effects. If you are taking this for diabetes take advantage of what can happen with diet and exercise."


"Topamax, I’m not sure what a decade of using topamax has or has not caused, it is NOT reliably controlling siezures until I started ketogenic lifestyle, in fact the high fat diet has totally taken away my tremors in head that I felt on daily basis, my Clinic had me in for 5 days in hospital testing and determined to lower my topamax level upon leaving by 100 mg. I was on 400 and lowered to 300. Today I have depression fibromyalgia and most my ligaments or hurt.
Joints feel like they are rock hard swollen and painful, I can barely use my thumbs anymore but I refuse to go to do tools for fear of more medication, they never find anything wrong but proof is in pudding, bulging achilles and wrists, right side pain every joint I have hurts "


"Have been on it for about two weeks now, so far so good. The only thing it did good for the first week on my panic disorder but unfortunately the panic attacks came back. I am on the lowest dose available so hopefully if the doctor ups it, it will take care of it. As for the depression it has worked good. "


"I have been taking Brilinta for almost two years and am just finally able to get off of it. I feel like I have been tired for months. I feel like the med did it's job overall and am thankful it. Just tired all of the time."


"I get shots of this when I have a migraine. The shot hurts, but once the medicine kicks in, you feel a lot better. You probably wouldn't want to drive on it though."


"I started 12/13 @175 lbs , I'm 5.9 1/2 tall
I weighed myself last Friday 12/23 I'm down to 170.
I'm drinking MORE WATER every day. I keep my 24oz cup nightly and sipping on it until all gone.

I do run 1x a week, ride my bike to the gym  2x a week.

I'm a avid runner for 16yrs now and 51 years old  we ALL know weight can creep back up, so I need a little push and Adipex, exercise, cutting my calories, process foods had been a challenge, but worth it.

Say NO to the office holiday potlucks, sweet treats has help me."


"This rating is for the oxycodone medication (30mgs) I have been receiving since Jan 2014. Prior to that, the rating would of at least been an 8! I've tried 3 different manufactures since Jan. without any good or decent results! One was Not only un-effective but also made me itch like crazy! What has happened to the formula? Will it ever be back to the way its been for the last 6  years? This medication made a huge difference in my quality of life! Diagnosed with a spinal cord disease (TM) in Dec of 2000 I experience severe & chronic back pain and after a few years of trying different medications we (Dr & I) found oxycodone 30mgs and during the past 6yrs I take that 4-5x a day if needed and break one in half for the breakthrough."


"I have been taking this drug for two years now. I take a 20mg pill twice a day. I also have 8 norcos a day if needed for breakthrough pain. I have severe Crohns Disease and these medicines have been the best thing that has happened to me. My frequent bathroom trips are now maybe only twice a day. They also help me have an appetite. My major pain results from irreversable AVN of my elbows and knees. Before this medication I could not get out of bed due to the severe pain."


"I'm 10 days into my treatment, the hospital started me on 30mg then told me to increase the dose to 60mg after 7 days.  So far, so good.  I have to say that I'm getting on well with the drug but I'm experiencing some insomnia and so take Valium for that (around 10mg).

I hope that as time goes on and my dose of cymbalta increases that this drug continues to work and and I feel even more of its benefits as I want to start reducing the Valium at some point in the future.

I'm in the UK and so do not pay for this drug and as my Doctor has certified me as being unfit for work, I don't have to pay for any medication at all."


"I took this pill 2 days after unprotected sex (July 16th) and bled a little 4 or 5 days later. I think it was just withdrawal bleeding not a period. So anyway August gets here and I still have yet to get my actual period. Didn't get one all of August so I bought a home pregnancy test beginning of September because at this point I didn't think Plan B had worked (although I had no typical pregnancy symptoms). Anyway I took two home pregnancy tests and they both came back negative. This morning I started getting bad cramps and finally I got my period. Now I know this pill is different for everyone but I'd say unless you absolutely have no other options then don't take this pill. Just get on birthcontrol or have the guy wear a condom. I am relieved I'm not pregnant though."


"My experience has being great. I have lost about 20 pounds in 2 months. Side effects: just mild nausea if I don't  eat, loss of appetite. Glucose levels of 107 in the mornings vs 160. I do have the bumps on the injection sites. I chose my belly but I think I need to change sites. I am really happy with the results and would not change it for anything else. I was having a really hard time losing weight before and now it became really easy. My doctor also put me on a lactose free diet and it s working wonders for me. No more upset stomach or bloating."


"Effective prevention of seizures, but I only had two episodes 16 months apart started at age 57.  Started at 25mg twice a day, increased to 50mg.  Was prescribed to go up to 100mg but requested to stay on the 50mg as I had no episodes and didn't like the effect it had on me.  I am now used to it but it makes me drowsy.
Big downside is I have just found out that I have osteoporosis and it appears that zonegran is contributing to accelerated leeching of my bones.  Will be discussing with neurologist in a couple of weeks."


"15 day trial 11 day results started at 380lbs now 330lbs, dropped 3 dress size due to the decrease in the Fat tumors brought on by Dercum's Disease -a disease diagnosed by Dermatologists. No known help till now - in 11 days so much progress - just trying to find a way to afford - I FEEL GREAT."


"I was prescribed Prozac last year for depression and OCD. The first three days taking it were hard for me. My depression worsened and I was having terrifying nightmares every night. I went back to my doctor, explained to him how I was feeling and I was immediately taken off and switched to something else. Everyone reacts differently to different medications, but make sure you tell your doctor if your depression worsens or you feel more anxious or have nightmares.. The nightmares every single night was what made my doctor know that Prozac wasn't for me.. Even if it's supposed to take 2-3 weeks, or however many, to kick in, make sure you tell your doctor you're not feeling well!! Let them decide what the best decision is for you. :)"


"Worked! I had unprotected sex and he didn't pull out, the first thing that came to my mind is plan b pill. I had unprotected sex on May12th at 3am and took the pill that day at 8pm... The reason why it took me a while to take it was because every store I went to, it was sold out. On the side effects, I was worried because some reviews I read most girls had side effects and I was hoping side effects will come soon just to have that peace of mind that the pill worked... But 2 days later after I took the pill I did experience bloatings for a good week aswell diaharria, slight headaches, at some points I did felt that I needed to vomit but didn't. Cycle started may23

FYI first time taking Plan b - never been on birthcontrol - one past abortion"


"After 2 days on Propecia I start to feel heavy brain fog. I didn't now about this side effect but I found out on the internet that it is a common side. I can tell you that feeling is worse than the sexual sides effects. I wish no one to feel that horrible feeling."


"I used this when I had shingles for the pain, NowI use it for sebhorea... it burns like the dickens but then numbs.  itching stops."


"It's working fine for me in controlling high blood pressure.

But, early morning when I wake up I feel tired, may be I need little more sleep. I will discuss this with my doctor on my next visit to him."


"I have been using Enbrel for almost 2 years with great success. Only recently it stopped working for me. The morning stiffness, hand swelling and all the pain that goes with it was back. My Doctor just started me on Remicade and it started working almost immediately. So don't fret if it stops working for you. I did like doing my own injections with Enbrel, with Remicade it's a 2 hour infusion by your Doctor every 2 months."


"My experience on keppra was awful . Partly responsible for me developing a state of encephalopathy.
Mood was evil. I was threatening to strangers and family. I'd flip so suddenly from 0 to 100 without warning at the slightest word out of place.
I'd say it's dangerous from patient perspective  and would not advocate it as a nurse.
Thoughts of negative actions... prolific"


"At 55 yrs I have been an alcoholic all of my adult life. Drank copious amounts of vodka for 3 yrs then attended rehab for 3 months plus together with AA stayed sober for 18 yrs. Then 3 yrs ago picked up again due to family stress & found it impossible to get sober again even with the help of AA. Found out about Acamprosate from a drop in center, have been taking this incredible drug for 2 weeks now & have absolutely no desire to drink what so ever, I have even given up smoking at the same time. From someone who consumed anywhere from a half to a full bottle of vodka & 20-40 cigarettes on a daily basis. I have a whole new life thanks to this drug...thankyou Acamprosate. Happy happy happy."


"Great. Works everytime."


"So I've been researching the generic nuvigil ever since my insurance company decided that even though my Dr said I needed to remain on brand name that they wouldn't pay for it anymore (at first they paid half making my out of pocket $500 but after one fill they said they'd pay nothing). I wanted to keep an open mind and tried to forget everything I read. But it really isn't anywhere near as effective. I had been in 250 mg of nuvigil for almost 5 years and was able to live a normal life for someone in their mid 20's to early 30's but since switching I feel a shell of my normal self. I'm physically exhausted, can't get out of bed in the morning regardless of how much sleep I've had the night before, and feel like I'm in a fog all day long."


"My new cardiologist discontinued my metoprolol and started me on Coreg to help control my blood pressure My heart used to pound in my chest while on metoprolol and it was quite uncomfortable. I had cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation that  was approximately 90% successful, I still had occasional heart flutter from the AF. The Corey changed all that. My blood pressure is now in normal range and I haven't had one incident of heart flutter for two months. Coreg worked well for me and I hope it will work for you."


"I started taking Adipex on 02.25.2016. My beginning weight was 235 pounds and as of today, I weight 211.4. So far I have lost 23.6 pounds. This medicine does work. My doctor was not happy with my weight gain since I have been out of work due to an injury on the job and prescribed this medicine to me to help me lose weight. Working out does help. I probably would have more weight off of me but dealing with a neck and back injury does limit the ability to workout quite a bit. I have had one side effect from this medicine, dry mouth! I drink a ton of water now! I cannot stand the taste of sodas anymore since I have been drinking water for so long."


"I was put on Paxil for anxiety, depression and OCD.  I have loved it!  The only side effect is a bit of tension/anxiety that they say will pass.  But the big problem has been the fact that I cannot orgasm anymore.  I have been on Paxil on for 5 weeks, but noticed this problem in the first week.  I have an appointment with the doctor to have an update and discuss this issue.  Will post the results as I don't really see anyone else posting what has helped with this."


"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"


"I have had horrible nightmares for years. Anxiety,PTSD, ect ect... I've been taking Prozasin for @ 3 weeks. I've only had 1 nightmare since, so it's well worth it."


"My skin got really better, got some irritation earlier, stopped using it and resumed the treatment again. Works!"


"I got my skyla put in in September of 2015. As many of you I had cramping after it was in but mine went away after a DAT or two. Since then I haven't had problems. My period has gotten lighter as the months pass. I still get my period but I'll get it for about 1.5-2 weeks with only 1 heavy day and then all the other days are light. But the bonus is I won't get my period for 2 months after that. I don't get cramping nearly as much anymore maybe once or twice in a few months. Every once in a while I feel like I can feel,it inside me which is weird but it only last for a minute. I will be getting the skyla again once this one needs to be replaced! I love it!"


"I  get sick, angry and depressed from the medicine.   I get migraines, I can't take it but through my research I am going to ask for Armour , it is natural but it replaces two hormones and you do need a prescription"


"I was diagnosed with ADD/ADHD when I was 21. I had failed out of university, I was unorganized, felt like a failure, and was frankly quite depressed. Vyvanse helped me focus and think more typically, and I was better able to do my school work. I'm about to graduate with a GPA of 3.8 and my heart is set on a masters degree!

My only issue with this medicine is the moodiness I experience when coming off from it every single evening. I try to be doing something alone at this time, since it only lasts an hour or so, but I become very introverted and irritable. I also found that I'm crazy tired in the morning and sleep in. I used to be up at six thirty every morning! But the benefits far outweighs the cost."


"I found it very effective to control high blood pressure."


"I had my first implant inserted November 2011. The following three years were bliss for me as my periods were exactly the same as when I was on no contraception (not heavy nor light for around 5 days.) my weight and skin stayed the same and had no pregnancy scares.

Assured it was perfect for me, I got my second implant in November 2014 and it has been nothing but trouble! My periods are now heavy and irregular. Initially it was spotting but now I have had my period for two months straight with heavy bleeding and cramps. I'm seeing my doctor today to get answers. The only positive since my second implant is that I'm not pregnant (not that I've wanted to have sex due to the circumstances)"


"Lidocaine is a great pain reliever for my back; however not when I use the one from Mylan.  I had previously; through a civilian Doctor received Lidoderm patches 5% from Qualitest Pharmaceuticals that has a quilted type backing on them. They are easy to peel off the plastic and apply to the skin. They last for the 12 hours recommended. The VA dispenses a Mylan 5% Lidocaine patch that sticks to itself when it is removed from the plastic and then when I am able to actually get it on my skin it does not stick and wind up wasting 2-3 before one will stick. Then within a few hours it pulls lose and sticks to my shirt. BAD PRODUCT AND RIPPING OFF A VET!"


"I see alot of people complain about bad period pains, cramps, etc. But I have had the implant for over a year now and haven't had any of the symptoms other people I see on here are having. Don't let those comments scare you; everyone has a different body, not everyone will have the same outcome! I love my implant. I haven't had a problem with it since I got it. Yes, I had the obnoxious periods here and there but I haven't had a period in about 5-6 months now! I have had the weight gain, but that's my fault too cause I suck at exercising. I also have very mild breast pain, nothing unbearable. Don't read the comments and automatically assume the worse is going to happen to you! I love my nexplanon!"


"Lamotrigine definitely made my depression worse. Got off it."


"I have very severe acid refulx with esophagal ulcers. I have tried tons of other medications and this is the only one that has given me relief without needing to supplement with antiacids! I do experience headaches as a side effect but they are mild and worth the relief."


"I use Sominex they really help me sleep I'm having a full nights sleep now and not waking during the night. HAPPY DAYS."


"This was the most terrible thing I've ever had to try and drink. It made me very nauseous. I violently vomited up the whole first bottle mixed with water after trying very hard to drink it. After that, every time I would try and take a swallow I would throw up. Luckily the on call MD gave me an anti-emetic for nausea and another prep called Prepopik. It was the best and tasted like Tang. Worked like a charm. I will never ever try Suprep again. It tasted like a horrible cough syrup. Just could not keep it down no matter how hard I tried."


"I had implanon put in 3 times. Before implanon I would skip 2 or 3 months of my cycle then it would just hit me like a train bleed for a month straight, excruciating cramps, and never regular! I was put on implanon to regulate or erraticate it completely. I haven't had a problem since then. I can go 6 months without a period bleed for 3 days or so then go like 6 more months without one. Everyone's bodies have different reactions but my experience has been very pleasant. It's going on 9years since I got the first one put in."


"Great medicine!  I have tried Risperdal, Seroquel, Zyprexa, Trazadone, and more... and landing on Latuda was a blessing.  Between it in the evening and Lamictal in the morning, I am right as rain.  Only complaint is the nausea - but this can be avoided by drinking strong lemon water with the 350 calories you must consume along with your dose.  And avoid any foods or herbs or teas that interact with the CYP3A4 liver enzyme, to stay liver and heart healthy.  That's it!"


"I've had IBS D for as long as I can remember, Viberzi has fixed that.  I'm living a normal life. I can now go out and just enjoy the day without having to worry about my stomach. So thankful."


"Due to an elevated cholesterol my doctor started me with Crestor 5mg that was quickly increased to 10mg. My LDL almost halved, while triglycerides doubled and total cholesterol fell from 7.2 to 4.6. For 3 years regular liver function tests said all was OK. An acute event marked by fever, muscle aches, headache, dark urine, inability to sleep and total loss of appetite prompted my doctor to order blood tests, an X-ray, ultrasound and CT scan. I stopped taking Crestor immediately. Outcome of numerous tests could not apportion blame to flu, mosquito borne causes, etc. Tests did show liver function had been walloped. Liver was diagnosed as fatty and enlarged - several markers had risen alarmingly! A month later and liver function is much better."


"I have been bleeding nonstop since I got on this medication not to mention my hair is falling out! I can't even run my fingers through my hair without me losing a handful of hair I always said I wouldn't get the shot but I have in and I regret it so much!"


"Even since I've had Nexplanon I've gained mad weight that no matter how much I workout I can't lose, when I think my cycle is over it's not and the headaches are the worst. Glad to be getting this out soon. The side effects isn't worth having it in."


"This birth control was advised to me strictly to help the awful symptoms of my menstrual cycle stomach aches, heavy bleeding etc6 and loestrin ended up taking my period away for over a year. This although it seems amazing, did not seem healthy to me at all. I also lost a ton of hair the first month or so of going on it. My hair is still not healthy as it was before. Barely grows.. a lot drier.. I currently am off of it and it took me almost 4 months to finally get my period back again. Now that the symptoms are back in full swing.. I am wishing I never went off of it obviously.. but I am definitely afraid of going back on it and losing my hair all over again so it looks like I am toughing out the symptoms with the rest of the female race"


"I have PPMS/Multiple Sclerosis and have been on .5mg for 2 years, has helped considerably, yes some dry mouth but drink more water. I'm a 54 year old male, and with MS I cannot honestly tell you that I have less or more joint pain as this is what MS is all about, but wetting my pants was no fun! I really can't complain much about side affect's but would like to try to try every other day. Oh, and I still can get an erection! Just need a wife to help on that one!"


"This medication is a nightmare!! Ive gotten 2nd degree burns and barely fighting for

Life today!! Horrible horrible stuff!! Not worth ur life!!"


"I took clomid last January from day 1-5 of on period to induce ovulation because I have pcos therefore my periods are irregular and don't think I ovulate normally. I got pregnant the next month, unfortunely I lost my baby in May of 2016, I was about 18 weeks. So in June I got a period but kind of long one, not too sure if it was a normal period anyway, after 36 days I had another period which was on june, in July I had my period on the 25th which seems to me like a period so I took clomid again I the first day through the 29th so five day starting from day one of my period, not like day 2-3 like some do. I follow the calendar and it predicted that I will be ovulate around the 3-8th of August, I had intercouse on those day, I'm pregnant 16th"


"Took this a year ago for about 3 months, and seemed to work for the most part.  Just had a little bit of stomach 'pain' due to the PPI's being blocked.  Went off after that duration and had few issues.  Later, I was on it for two weeks and it gave me strange side effects like lower abdominal aches in the back, a 'butterfly in the stomach' sensation that would not go away to the point where I would get 'attacks'.  In the future, I'll only use this medicine for a week or so in case I really need it."


"First medication for Fibromyaligia that did not make me talk to myself, lose my vision or be so sleepy I could not work.  I appreciate some feedback I read that said take it while eating meals helps with side effects.  Mine have been sweating (odd body temperature swings) and dry mouth.  I have switched to unsweet to so as not to pack on pounds and drink more. Has helped curb my appetite (pain makes you want to comfort eat). One month on still some pain issues but can get out of bed in the morning and work during day. Be sure to go to drugs.com and check interactions. Can't take it with a lot of medicines doctors try for fibromyalgia.  I am only on Savella and occasional Tylenol. Right now doing better than I have in a long time."


"I strained my neck I'm 30. This thing gave me chest pains super weakness its scary. Never again"


"Had the most excruciating, painful ulcers that would wake me up in the middle of the night, and be so bad that I would double over from the pain. The Dr. gave me Protonix, and I swear after just taking the first pill that first night, the symptoms were gone! The pills were so effective, I only took them for 5 nights in a row, (even though he told me to finish the bottle) and just saved the other pills in case I might need them in the future. So far the pain has only come back once, from eating too much Tabasco sauce one night, but other than that, I've not been woken up with the pain since I've taken the pills. These pills were a God send for me. Extremely effective."


"I took Flagyl and Cipro for giardia and salmonella diagnosis. Both taken for one week.  The Flagyl has a terrible taste and you have to drink something besides water while you are taking it because everything tastes metallic.  It works to eradicate the infection but I was very happy when the seven days of treatment was over.  I also experienced lack of appetite however you must eat something when you take Flagyl or it will upset your stomach. Other side effects experienced: bloating, burping, hiccups, terrible taste in my mouth all the time, lack of energy. But the need for the medication outweighs the side effects and it took care of the infection."


"I would give it NEGATIVE 10 if possible. Tired, sleepy, ribs are hurting and I'm still coughing. Garbage."


"This did reduce the size of my prostate. I didn't have any urinary problems, but Dr felt one lobe enlarged.

Has reduced semen production quite a lot. Erections not as hard but still functional.

Sex drive normal. I do have Testosterone supplements, so that may have helped retain sex drive and erection ability.

Penis does seem to have shrunk over the years on this drug."


"Nucynta has been effective for pain management..... But I have developed constipation and prolonged yeast infections."


"I've suffered from moderately severe episodes of depression and chronic anxiety for years. I have tried everything from Prozac to Cymbalta to Paxil to Remeron to Abilify. Side effects ranged from bad to intolerable. Headaches, weight gain, cognitive dulling. I almost gave up hope that anything would help. This medication has provided a lot of relief. My depression seemingly vanished. My anxiety is still there but seems a little better. Everyone's body reacts differently, but if you feel like you've tried every other SSRI starting a low dose of this might really help. It could be the placebo effect for all I know, but somehow I don't think so because of the lack of success with past meds. I'm on 5mg only. (I take it with low dose benzos)."


"The flavor of the drink made me gag and feel nausea. I was only able to sip it with a straw. I made it 2/3 of the way through the first drink before I was too nauseated to continue it. If I had not been sucking on lemons (as suggested by other reviewers), I would not have managed to drink the 2/3 cup. Regardless, I was in the bathroom within 15 minutes of my first sip of the drink, so this prep did what it was supposed to do. At 3:00 a.m., I started to drink cup 2. I could hardly stomach it and began to gag after drinking perhaps 1/4 of the cup and could no longer continue. However, even the 1/4 cup put me back in the bathroom, and when I went for the colonoscopy, I was told I was fully clean. I guess I did not need the whole dose."


"I've been taking Lutera for only a week now but so far, so good. Honestly, after reading all the reviews and side effects all over the internet I was pretty nervous. I think birth control will have different effects depending on the individual. All your doctor can do is try their best to prescribe the best birth control for you.
I'm 21, never been on birth control pills before, and have one child. I've never had a problem with uncomfortable or heavy periods but I am eager to see if this pill will make my periods last fewer days like most claim it does...too early to tell.
I have had a little trouble with breaking out regularly since I was 15. Well so far after one week on this pill my face is completely clear! So happy."


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"I really like this pill. At first I noticed my skin become more oily, but then that went away. I have had no other problems so far and it works really well for me. My skin has actually cleared up more. I have not gained weight and my periods are now regular and lighter. But what might work on me might now work on others."


"I love these because my nails grow and are strong. The other forms of calcium don't do that."


"3 kids already. Plan b worked for me. First time ever taking it.  We had a condom break and I took plan b 10 hours after. Bled for 5 days a week after taking and went to the hospital 2 weeks after condom break and blood test for pregnancy was negative. I totally skipped my next period so I took 2 more home pret tests were both beg. Now 44 days after consuming plan b I got my real period. But mind you I have worried the entire time. Not fun. It messed with my birth control free cycles and had lots of weird cramps. I never want to have sex again. Problem solved."


"I started Celexa 20mg about 2 months ago for generalized anxiety disorder and depression. I was on Effexor a few years ago but it made me nauseous and I had ZERO sex drive.
Since I started the Celexa my anxiety has been greatly reduced. Although I still do struggle with it sometimes, it has made a big difference. I came off it for just a few days earlier this month because I ran out, and I saw how much it had been doing because my full anxiety came rushing back, but I started it right back up. I am going to start the 30mg and hope that really helps control the anxiety fully.
The only side effect I had was decreased sex drive and difficulty having an orgasm but that only lasted one week, and then my sex drive became completely normal again."


"I switched to Ocella after taking Yaz for 3months. I have PCOS as well. Ocella worked wonderfully in clearing my skin, and it gave me a 7-day period (instead of the constant flow). That was a relief. But, I had bad side effects that caused me to ask for a change in medication after 3 or 4 months using it. I didn't realize they were connected to birth control at first, but now it's obvious with timing. I get debilitating migraine headaches during the first few days of the placebo week (from hormone drop), and the week before my period I have severe constipation, which affects my body image (I feel unattractive). It also has me very depressed a week before, too. And this last month, I started spotting 2 weeks in."


"It does the job, obviously--I haven't been pregnant. But I have mood swings like I've never had before, I get anxious and/or depressed. Most despressingly, my sex drive has all but disappeared. Sex is uncomfortable, sometimes painful, and I seem incapable to naturally lubricate. I used to be able to have sex everyday if I wanted to and orgasm almost every time--not now."


"I get much better results from mucinex or a cough suppressant and decongestant at night. It's worth noting that some people are incapable of making enough of the enzyme CYP2D6 to break down the codeine for your body to use. I'm pretty sure I'm one of those people.  I have acute bronchitis. What's helped is warm showers and breathing in the steam through my mouth. I've used mucinex,  alkazeltzer severe cold and flu,  and theraflu. They work when they feel like it.  The alkazeltzer knocks me out for the night. Sleeping propped up next to a humidifier helps too."


"I would not recommend this pill to anyone. For the last 2 years it has done it's job of regulating my periods and preventing pregnancy, but the side effects are not worth it. Shortly after starting Junel I developed stomach problems to the point where I was on medicine for Acid Reflux and IBS-C. Then a couple weeks ago I was woken in the middle of the night with severe stomach pain and couldn't even get out of bed and walk. The pain actually brought me to tears. Being fed up with these continuous problems I stopped taking the pill after my pack ended. I've been off of it for two weeks and now my body feels like a weight has been lifted and my stomach problems have disappeared. Wish I had stopped taking a long time ago."


"My new psychiatrist saw me over a 6 month period. He was not convinced I was depressed. He felt I suffered from anxiety, finally he prescribed escitalopram telling me it could take a month before I would see an improvement.

I didn't see an improvement. Then I realized it is difficult to see the absence of a condition.

Life is good, I am not drowning in an ocean of anxiety. I approach difficulties as normal people do, recognizing and identifying them, then tackling them.

My only complaint, is this was not prescribed  for me years ago"


"51 Yr old male, hardworker, dedicated, and partical OCD, never wanting to fail.  Stress and anxiety most of my life, not realizing the feeling was not normal.  After medical condition, requiring a heart stent in main artery, doctor prescribed they typical anti-blood clotting and thinning medications.  Also, doctor prescribe Zoloft. If you experience elevated stress and anxiety, see your doctor.  Your health is most important and medication can alleviate the symptoms. Be aware of side effects and trade-offs."


"My doctor and I tried every T4 medication out there, and although I felt better I still wasn't right.  After 2 years he switched me to Cytomel and I immediately knew I had found the solution.  All the hypo symptoms disappeared - constipation, depression, weight gain and exhaustion. My cholesterol dropped to 140... in fact, all my blood work is excellent.  It's very discouraging to know you're doing everything right - diet, exercise, sleep - and not only do your lab numbers not respond, but doctors tend to think you're not telling them the truth.  Finally found a doctor that believed me; finally found the right medication.  Life is good!"


"I have been taking Pristiq for 2 months now and I love it. I had a breakdown in my Doctors office. I hadn't been sleeping well and was really depressed. He said you need something to help you now. Within 2 days all the waterworks had stopped and I felt better. I take 50mg first thing with my breakfast. Never had any side effects at all. Went back after 2 weeks and told him I was feeling better but still not sleeping well. He gave me Xanax for anxiety small dose 0.25mg before bed and now I sleep great. I wake up feeling a little tired but do a few stretching exercises and eat a good breakfast that gives me energy for the day. I feel better than I have in 2 years. God Bless You All."


"First couple of weeks it seemed to help a lot with my anxiety, I was taking 5mg twice a day. Now it seems every time I take it It I get an overwhelming dizzy feeling, kind of spaced out to where nothing seems fun and literally can't get my mind off of it. Also seems to make my anxiety much worse, started getting real bad panic attacks. Seems to make me depressed and cry a whole lot for no reason. Also nausea and stomach pains constantly. Thank god im going to the doctor tomorrow to get off this and hopefully find something that works."


"I have taken viberzi for only about one week.  The drug works very well at controlling IBS-D for the first week, although my gastro doctor suggested that I continue to take dicyclomine at the same time.  The side affects are that it makes you very tired and gives you additional nausea (as if IBS did not have enough nausea all on it's own).  If you are over 65 years of age and on medicare, this drug might be a "teaser" in that it works fairly well, but the drug cost is not covered by medicare or most other supplementary plans.  The drug is waaaaaay overpriced.  When looking at drug discount coupons, the best cost that I got is $500 per month.  The cost of the drug is not worth the benefits when other drug will provide some diarrhea relief."


"I am glad there is a generic to Vagifem which I have used for years. My only criticism is the packaging. The perforations between doses does not come apart. I have to use a scissors and even then the covering gets ripped. In addition, many of the small dosage tablets have come out of the plastic inserter once I've managed to open the covering. I have to reinsert the tablet manually into the bottom of the plastic inserter. The whole inside packaging needs to be revamped."


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"I have diagnosed with small bowel bacterial overgrowth.  I had eaten at a restaurant last September and had gotten very sick from the food, and have had stomach problems since then; bloating and constipation.  The GI prescribed me Linzess a few days ago. I took first one yesterday and a few hours later I had such horrible, severe diarrhea.  My stomach cramped most of the day and was pretty nauseated to where all I felt comfortable eating was toast and Cream of Wheat.   Just took my second one, will see if that was a one time effect or if it'll happen again.  If it does, will not take any more as the diarrhea was so so severe that I'd rather put up with the bloating and constipation than the severe diarrhea."


"Recently had to up my dose, and had to take at bedtime because of dizziness.  I noticed I was not feeling well, and thought I was fighting off some bug, but it continued. I noticed that the nausea and headache occurred after taking my nighttime dose of Avapro. When I quit taking it, I felt fine."


"Works well for me...does not consipate me. Does a good job lowering my phosphorus"


"This works great! I tried the 15 day free trail and I lost three pounds. Wow that is great for me, but here is the sad part I went to get it filled and found out that my insurer doesn't cover it and I cant afford it. So best wishes to anyone that try it. I just wish it didn't cost so much."


"First infusion  - experienced swelling everywhere (inside and out), two days after infusion. Day 1 had a migraine like headache (Light sensitivity), fatigue, some heart rhythm issue (temporary) and temporary voice changes. I was pre-dosed with Tylenol.
Second infusion  - pre dosed with Benadryl and solumedrol, very slight swelling, headaches coming on now (I was told: Literature says these headaches will improve with subsequent infusions), less heart involvement, I tried to sleep through most of the infusion time (1 1/2 - 2 hours with prep). I was blessed to be accepted by the HEALTHWELL FOUNDATION where I applied for co-pay assistance.  "


"I've had acne since I was 11, and tried everything imaginable, all prescription medications, all OTC treatments, natural stuff, but nothing worked. I was referred to a dermatologist and I was the one who asked for Accutane, and he agreed after some blood work.

I forget the dose I was on, but it took around 6 months for me to clear, I was on it for 8 months in total.

I relapsed last year though (Stayed clear for around a year) which is probably my fault because I wasn't washing my face or taking care of it.

I'm now on Acne.orgs regime and I'm clear again :)"


"I could not believe how wonderful I felt after taking this medicine. No more anxiety or restless legs. It is great. I even sleep better."


"I am taking this medication on a trial basis while I try to get my health plan to cover it and so my physician gave me a ton of samples and I am a few weeks into my treatment and my boss, my coworkers, my boyfriend and myself all see a change. A fantastic positive one! I did get the nauseous feeling for two weeks but that fades. I have NOT gained ANY weight on this pill. WARNING: IT CAN CAUSE BRUISING AND BLEEDING. I am getting some bruises here and there and I had oral surgery which bled A LOT. But for my depression it is working fantastic. So much so that I am going to fight with my insurance company for this to be added to the formulary. Literally NOTHING ELSE works with me. I was diagnosed with MDD about 12 years ago so this is nice."


"this is the fourth birth control I've been on and it's currently my third month on it. this pill is RUINING me and I'll be switching off of it soon. I had seen negative reviews and I decided I didn't care if I gained weight or got a little acne so I tried it anyway. I've been getting horrible panic attacks, insane mood swings and tons of periods of depressive episodes. my boyfriend even agrees that I've been acting wayyy differently. I've even felt more anti social and have been spending much more time alone and upset as compared to normal. I've gained probably 15-20 pounds and I've gotten way more acne than I usually do. I also have been spotting and cramping and I've been having crazy back pain."


"I was diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis at 17 years old. After being on Lupron for 6 months, my doctor proceeded to put me on Depo for the rest of my life until I decide to have kids, and then back on the shot afterwards. I am now on my 5th shot and I've had horrible endometriosis pain(not cramps, very different pain) and have had my period for 2 weeks. I am not sure the Depo is working correctly with my body but other than that, the previous shots have made almost all pain from my endometriosis go away."


"I had been taking Pradaxa for 3 weeks when one morning I went to get out of bed and had such severe pain in my knees that I almost fell down.  With help I got to the bathroom.  I had a scan to be sure I had blood flow, which I did.  I had a blood test to see if my potassium level was okay and it was fine.  At that point I got off Pradaxa and went to warfarin. I'll just put up with the blood tests and bruising for the next 2 months.  Hopefully I will be off the warfarin then."


"I seem to be having a lot of irritation and eyes are watering constantly, also very blood shot. Hope this all passes."


"Taking for 15 years I'm 67. Controls by blood pressure well. I take 160mg. I'm normal weight and very active (Triathlions and marathons). If I train very hard and drop weight I get dizzy sometimes so I cut the pill in half and that does the trick. I occasionally get heart palpitations but I got that before the drug. I use to get terrible migranes before Diovan when I started taking the Diovan it was like s miracle drug for the migranes essentially eliminated them. I still get them now infrequently and not as severe. I have ringing in the ears but I don't know if it's from the Diovan or not but its not a problem for me."


"I was on this drug for 8 weeks and it totally wrecked my skin, three days after getting off my skin cleared up. Sad because the reviews had my hopes up!"


"I was on 120 mg a day of Percocets 4 over 5 years and I went to a Naltrexone program end I received an implant and it cured me I've been clean now for over 2 months and have no cravings.The public needs to know about this because the government and rehabs are all about making money. They give you another addictive drug to get off of, an addictive drug and then you have to get off of the drug that they give you . It is a vicious cycle that has to be stopped because there are other alternatives. The problem is insurance companies will not pay for this type of treatment, they will only pay for Rehab which they are in cahoots with and they both make millions of dollars and it is sickening that's why people need to speak up to the government"


"Two hours after taking these I started to feel like garbage. My stomach felt extremely gassy which caused me to be in the toilet for a good 30mins with diarrhea. It was like a faucet was turned on and my bowels let loose. Afterwards I started to feel a lot better. I mean I can't complain about the symptoms because at least chlamydia is curable. Rather go through this and be cured."


"I have moderate to severe anxiety associated with a very unhealthy self-esteem. It is a terrible thing because I am generally a very rational person. As a result, I have extreme difficulty telling someone how I feel and of hurting another person's feelings. (I would never want another person to suffer the way I do). My symptoms usually begin with increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, nausea and pain in the chest/throat area, hyperventilation which will sometimes throw me into panic mode and extreme negative thinking that I am unable to deviate from. I was prescribed Vistaril 25mg up to 4 times daily as needed. I how found it very effective so far for immediate relief but it does cause drowsiness."


"So I took plan b one step a day after intercourse because I suspected I may have accidentally gotten pregnant by my boyfriend. When I took the pill I felt fine there was a little bloating but it was manageable. Fast forward two weeks and it's time for my period to start so I was experiencing some pretty intense cramps even before I began bleeding, then my period started and the cramps were way worse than usual and I just had a continuous dull ache in my pelvic area that couldn't be soothed. On top of that I keep having waves of nausea and feeling sick. But despite all of that I'm not pregnant and although I experienced troubles here and there it could be a lot worse being pregnant so I'm thankful for the pill and it does work!"


"Started Brilinta Nov 6 2016 after a heart attack and Stent. Three days later I had a major anxiety attack because I could not breathe. The shortness of breath got better after one month. I am constantly tired and frequently napping. The worst side effect has been 4 months of constant gout. I am now at the maximum dose of allopurinol to control my gout.
I cannot wait to change over to Plavix  even though it will mean frequent blood testing."


"I cannot concentrate over my work.

This can conduct at losing my job.

This is not a singular case, it occurred for several weeks ago.

Side effects of Trulicity that I faced: nausea, dizziness, lost of balance, drowsiness, physical weekness,  abdominal pain, decreased appetite, indigestion, and very severe fatigue."


"I started this medication 6 weeks after I had my first child. I had stopped post pregnancy bleeding about 2 weeks before I started on the birth control. Once I started Seasonique I began to bleed again for about 3 weeks. I called my doctor because I was concerned but she said it was normal because of all the hormone changes my body was going through. I am about to finish the 3rd month and start my first period on this pill. In the beginning nausea seemed to happen a lot but it has ceased in the last month. Its hard to tell if I feel bloated or not because I gave birth 4 months ago and I still have 10 pounds of baby weight to get off. Other than that I have been happy with this pill. I missed a pill twice this month and never bled or spotted."


"Way too addictive. Very expensive in my country, and gives me extreme vivid dreams/nightmares. But the mellow feeling is nice after a panic attack. Stops dead on track panic, and almost any emotional crisis. But I prefer to stay away. I changed to Klonopin."


"I've had Nexplanon inserted about 9 months ago. Sept. 2013  and was on the pills before which I didn't like. I bled for about a month lightly before it went away completely. Loved every minute of no periods and it doesn't affect my sex life at all. In fact, I'm always wanting sex. Can't say anything about acne because I've always had it and weight gain? I've gained 15 pounds but I've always ate a little more than usual so I'm not 100% sure it's the birth control. Recently though, I've had some dark brown bleeding and I'm not sure why. It scared me into thinking I was pregnant. Once this stops and everything seems okay, I would definitely get another one in about 2 years."


"Had hot flashes for the first few months about an hour after I took it, I take it at night with my other medications. I found that I can not drink alcohol. I become very nauseated and throw up. Otherwise I have taken it for almost 3 years without any real problem."


"By almost completely controlling the inflammation, full mobility with little or no pain was returned, including increased energy and thought processes."


"Psychiatrist put me on Brintellix about 7 weeks ago. 10mg for the first 3 weeks - which had no effect on my depression, but I didn't notice any side effects like I had with Pristiq, Lexapro, Lovan & Alprazolam. The dosage was upped to 20mg for the next 4 weeks. Still feel terrible, haven't noticed any shift in the depression but I've noticed I feel a bit more edgy and anxious. Not sure how long I'm meant to wait to notice a change but I'm not convinced that this drug is working for me. It's also not covered by medicare in Australia, so quite expensive!"


"I took the recommended dose at 9:30 am after horrible constipation cramps and bloating. Nothing but stomach gurgling occured that entire day. I had to take another dose that evening around 7 pm. Still...nothing by bedtime. I didn't get relief until around 9 am the next morning and from that point on I was afraid to move or leave the toilet. And it took about a full 10 hours of off and on emergency bathroom trips (those uh oh! Get up and run! kinds) to get it all out."


"Tried every antidepressant almost but these have given me new lease of life. Fantastic!"


"Before starting Levemir, I was on Janumet, Glipizide, and Invokana.  The Invokana triggered a rapid (over a 3 month period) weight loss from 138 pounds down to 115 pounds.  I felt miserable.  Thirsty, cotton mouth, constant urination, leakage, etc.  My glucose went up from around 130 to an average of 240.  My doctor took me off Invokana and started me on Levemir.  The results were astounding!!  Within a week, my fasting glucose was down to 100 and my weight started to increase.  After 2 months, my weight is at 131..  All of the dehydration symptoms are gone!!  I can't wait to see what A1C level a month from now (3 months on Levemir)   I now feel physically and MENTALLY much better."


"Switched from xanax 2mg 1/2 to one tab 2x daily (AN for anxiety, PTSD, panic disorder) to Xanax xr 1mg twice daily with .5 xanax once daily AN for panic. The only thing Xanax Xr did was give me waves of relief, along with waves of anxiety also. Went through my xanax script quicker as it helped greatly compared to XR & needed less. Alprazolam is meant for short acting Anxiety relief. XR is marketing scheme, cost 26$ comp. to 0$ for xanax(w/ ins) Clonazepam,or Diazepam is much more suited for longer acting benzos that help with anxiety. Xanax XR makes it more difficult to stop using & get addicted much easier,than safely taking your regular xanax, as can break em apart, if you feel you need less one day, one week, you can wean yourself easier"


"I took this medication because I was having panic attacks. I had no drowsiness, and no side effects. This medication didn't make me apathetic or sedated; it simply took the panic away so I could think and get my work done. It saved me. After the panic attacks stopped, I was still suffering from anxiety (a new condition for me), and the Ativan didn't help that, so my doctor switched me to Klonopin, which worked great for day-long anxiety, while I also tapered up on Zoloft. Still waiting to figure out if the Zoloft works."


"I've been on this for a week and half and it's working fine I guess, too early to tell. However it really burns my skin... I guess I have sensitive skin.. Idk but it burns a lot and it's really irritating. I use this with retin a so idk if together they burn but it burns a lot."


"I have chronic pain from a accident and have had a lot of surgeries and Ultram has been a big help with keep the pain bearable!"


"I have been taking metformin for 6 months along with birth control pills I've lost 18 pounds in those 6 months I was taking 1000 everyday in Sept 2015 but in DEC 2015 the doc increased me to 1500mg I do still have side effects I haven't become pregnant I'm scared to let the birth control pills go because I'm scared my period won't come on naturally I am pleased with my weight loss I went from 299-281 and I hope to keep losing. I'll let the birth control pills go when I've lost a little more weight. My pcos have been a problem since I was 17 I'm now 35 I hope  I can a least conceive one child of my own"


"I quit smoking 6 years ago using Chantix and never relapsed once! I had a 30+. year history smoking and had tried several times over the years to stop without success. I tried patches and pills. Nothing worked until Chantix."


"My wife used this, initially higher dose and then 1 mg for life, works wonderful till she stop using it and  she relapsed. Now she is on another medication, very popular but not for everyone. Will ask Dr. to consider putting her back to stelazine. Yes I do not know why stelazine is not popular now, with a low dose the side effect is almost negligible and the person can resume almost normal life as compared to the side effect of the newer and popular drug."


"I got some free samles of Lolo from my women's clinic so I decided to try it. I normally take Alesse and have been on a few other different brands in my lifetime. A few days after I started taking Lolo I started to bleed, I chalked this off as being spotting that some people experience (which I have never had before). The bleeding did not stop, it got worse and my vagina started to become painful and itchy. I bled throughout the entirety of the month I was taking Lolo and when I finished my pack of pills, I did not continue on another month. Within days of stopping taking them, I FINALLY stopped bleeding and the discomfort down there went away. "


"I would never recommend this medication because of the horrible weight gain side effect. I gained 70 lbs on this medicine while trying to convince my doctor to change my medicine. It didn't really help my headaches either. I finally had to change doctors to get off this. I got on Topamax and the weight just melted off. Depakote changes your metabolism where everything you eat changes to fat. I took it 18 months too long."


"I got the nexplanon about 6 months ago. I have not had severe side effects i do get headaches but they might be due to my lack of sleep. I have not gained any weight i actually lost 5 pounds on it. My eating became much healthier and I am currently trying to slowly go on a plant based lifestyle. I exercise 3 times a week minimum. I do have to say that im constantly spotting and on my period which is a minus and im hoping i will soon stop having two periods a month but overall i like it."


"When I first started using the ring I had absolutely horrible anxiety for about 2 weeks. It faded with time. I didn't have any other major side effects other than it made my face explode with hormonal acne. I had very mild acne and it got worse every month that I used the ring. I had to stop taking it for that reason. I switched to Beyaz and I have zero side effects and my acne is 80% better after a week."


"My podiatrist prescribed JUBLIA for a minor fungus in 2 toenails in March 2016. When I found out the outrageous price I asked for other options and she mentioned laser, but my insurance would not cover the $100 per nail and according to her I would have to treat the 10 toenails for it to work. My co payment was $60 a month and I did 5 months.My nails were getting worse with blisters, bleeding and finally it was making holes in the skin of my toes. I went today and she informed me that I had a reaction to the medicine and to stop applying it and prescribed a steroid cream.

A topical prescription that cost $630 dollars should have alerted me me that whoever is prescribing it is getting a big kickback. Social Media will be alert."


"I love this medicine.  It works!  I too couldn't get it for awhile because of how expensive it was.  I was actually notified by Blue Cross that if I did a three month trial of having my doctor write a script for the medications of Treximet separate (Imitrex pills and Naproxen pills) and see how those two separate medicines worked for my Migraines then if I still didn't get satisfactory results of these two medicines separately then they would pay for the Treximet pills.  I did the trial for three months and I didn't get the instant results like the Treximet pills, also bad heart burn from the Naproxen.  So I had my doctor report back to Blue Cross after the trial 3 month period that I wasn't getting the results I wanted and they started covering it."


"Been taking it sense November 2015 it's now March 2016 I've lost 39 pounds I think the meds are very effective but I have experienced tingling in my fingers & toes also dry mouth but nothing more than that  just concerned about the side affects regarding pregnancy I pay about 130 a month cause my insurance wont cover but I feel like its worth the money"


"I was hit by a police car in 2002. I was in recovery for a year. From the head down. Broken jaw, 4 disks crushed my neck. Both collar bones, 7 broken ribs and a shatered pelvis. So many pills, patches and injections. Under the knife many times. A real humpty dumpty story. I have more pins, screws in me than your local hard wear store. Note: I don't want to over state the how effective it is but it works. Talking to my doctor about the pain. He gave me this to try. Well my 1st thought was "just another snake oil" But it'sfreak'in amazing, it works like magic. Why did I not recive this years ago. The Drugest gave me a stupid look. And said it just became generic. All those years I would have paid anything. When your in pain, money is no object"


"I've suffered from migraines for 14 years and have taken numerous medications for prevention including Topamax (Topamax caused MANY bad, undetermined health issues).  My Internal Medicine physician took me off Topamax and put me on 25 mg of Nortriptyline for migraine prevention.  Almost immediately, I had relief from migraines, had clarity of mind even better than ever before, had a great attitude. I felt "normal" for the first time in my life.  This medication caused noticeable urinary retention, constipation and increased appetite which caused weight gain.  Due to weight gain, I was changed to Pristiq.  Migraines have returned.  I intend to ask to be put back on Nortriptyline and will have to alter diet and exercise."


"I have been on this pill for 5 weeks. I started it the 3rd day of my period as my Dr instructed. It seemed to make my period go away!  That was nice. I have consistently taken the pill every morning at approx the same time. I have not spotted at all. I have not been on any pill in at least 15 years. I'm 35 with heavy periods and cramps and taking it just for that. As my cycle is around 35 days I'm anxious to see if it shows up or if this pill is already working!  I hope it's working because I've been a hormonal mess and my skin has been breaking out. Pros and cons are currently even."


"This pill has made my acne much worse and given me bad depression. I have noticed slight weight gain and worsening of allergies."


"Helped pain a lot."


"I suffer from both sleep onset and sleep maintenance insomnia. My doctor recommended that I take 5 mg (half a dose) of Ambien prior to bedtime. In terms of overriding sleep onset insomnia, this product is excellent. It also does a good job of keeping me asleep throughout the night; however, I still wake up approximately five to six hours later. (My ideal amount of sleep is seven to eight hours). Still, getting six hours of uninterrupted sleep is preferable to eight hours of fitful sleeping. It's also worth mentioning that Ambien doesn't leave me feeling groggy in the morning.

Unlike some of the other reviewers here I haven't experienced any of the more pernicious negative side-effects, e.g. the various somnambulist activities."


"This is the 2nd time in 10 yrs a neurologist has put me on Topomax.  I am on 125 mg a day.  The side effects are horrible and the migraines are worse than ever.  Neuro refuses to take me off it after I have told him I do not like this drug or its many side effects.  I was told I was a lost cause."


"I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia for 12 years (took 5 mg of hydrocodone daily).  I was able to work, function as a normal person & pain was manageable.  In June I had several pulled muscles & a rotator cuff injury - pain was off the charts. The doctors in Tucson will not write pain meds under any circumstances - cut me off cold turkey and I pulled neck muscle.  For 6 months my pain level was a 15 (scale of 1-10) suicidal pain with no relief in site.  I was referred to country doctor in Wilcox, AZ - he said he would write me pain meds, but was I willing to try a alternate prescription that would possible get rid of my pain.  I started out with 4.5mg daily at night and within 4 weeks my pain went down to around 2-3."


"I'm pretty active with very high energy levels, and woke up one morning extremely tired...went to urgent care and was told I had walking pneumonia..took doxycycline and within an hour, my energy was back..almost instantly.  Amazing stuff."


"After surgical menopause kicked in, I experienced severe and debilitating hot flashes. Upon speaking to my PCM, I was prescribed gabapentin. I took it at night, so I had a restful nights sleep. I no longer had the hot flashes during the day either, so happy! However, I saw my GYN to discuss other possibilities; estidol was choice at that time. Unfortunately the hot flashes started back up as soon as I stopped taking the gabapentin. I tried to stay with the hormone, but after a month of sleepless nights and severe hot flashes, I gave up! My choice most definitely is the gabapentin, no question about it!!!!"


"I started taking Ambien for insomnia about a month ago. It works great if I am able to take it early enough to get in 8 hours of sleep...however...I also take Wellbutrin and apparently they do not work well together. I have been sleep eating, sundaes, brownies, yogurt, sandwiches. I also cook and leave the mess behind and don't remember ANY OF IT. I colored my hair with two colors, and gave myself the worst haircut I've ever had in my life and was totally shocked the next morning when I saw the bright pink color in my hair and awful short bangs and uneven length. I had a conversation with my daughter and gave her permission to spend the night out which I would NOT have done in my right mind and she made me write it down for proof!"


"So, I began taking this medication for Hep C contracted from IV drug use. 24 years old. Doctor explained that since I had PPO insurance they would most likely cover the cost of the medication which I believe goes for around 75k for a 3 month supply. The medication was delivered straight to my house. Genotype 2b. Viral load was 1.7mil initially. I started taking the Medication March 30th, 2017. I had labs done this week to check on progress. After just 21 days of taking Epclusa viral load is completely undetectable. Initial fatigue first week, no symptoms after that. Great medication! Grateful that this option was available to me. Was absolutely worth it!!"


"I would not recommend this birth control. I had severe mood swings and was always fatigue. I switched from the patch Ortha Evra to this pill to get better results and it did not work for me at all!"


"The whole procedure of getting this birth control was simple. It didn't hurt at all and left a tiny bruise that went away quickly. It was great for about a month then I started getting irregular periods in the first few months. Then went on a 5 month long period. Always spotting. Off and on heaviness. Bad mood swings. At the 4th month, I started getting every symptom of being pregnant. Nausea all the time, breast tenderness, moodiness, bloated, sharp cramps, etc. I took 3 pregnancy tests, all negative. Finally got it removed. All symptoms went away not even 2 days after it was out. I didn't gain weight on it, I didn't get pregnant on it. But the other side effects were just too much for me to handle. "


"I love Paxil but I have to say I have pur on weight being on it and I have the most horrible vivid nightmares where I can't wakeup. I think it works great for anxiety but I think maybe this medicine has stopped working because I've been on it so long it has improved my life for the better but I'm thinking of changing now cause it just doesn't do the same for me anymore."


"I haven't had a single noticeable side effect while taking this pill. No acne, no significant weight gain, no mood changes, no loss of sex drive. Not to mention it works wonders for your cycle: mine's extremely consistent, my periods are lighter, and my once terrible cramps are distant memories. Oh, and you also won't get pregnant. This is a great pill, the side effects some people report are probably an expected reaction or an individual bad experience. Highly recommended."


"Do yourself a favor and don't get this. I have had MULTIPLE problems on this that I have never had before hand. Since this has been inserted August 2015 I now have constant severe acne, I have put on 40 lbs that I can not lose no matter how hard I try, and it has effected me mentally and emotionally. I now have a foggy thought process and have a hard time making decisions as well as anxiety and slight depression- which I've never EVER had before. The only thing that kept me on this is that it stopped my periods which was convenient... But not worth it.  Please don't do this to yourself, I have stretch marks from the weight gain... I am scared from this. Never have I gained weight like this in my life. I'm getting it out in 2 days. Cant wait"


"Minimal side effects, some tingling in hands and feet, some "topamax moments"...trouble finding words to complete sentences, etc.  Did experience a 30 lb. weight loss, which I didn't mind. But most of all it drastically decreased the migraines!! And if I do have one, it is very managable."


"Okay ladies if you're reading this I'm guessing you had an accident of some sort while you were having sex or you made a mistake having unprotected sex like I did. Here'/ my experience. My boyfriend and I decided to have sex for the first time, and I thought he was wearing a condom but he told me he took it off before he did it. He did not tell me this until after we had sex. I also stupidly did this on my most fertile day (DOUBLE BAD IDEA) I panicked and made him go to Walmart after he was done at the gym to buy Plan B even though he claimed he pulled out in time. I took the pill 2 hours after the event. I had nausea, headaches, mood swings, and cramps. I got my period today after a week of taking the pill. The pill does work! Be patient!"


"I've been on Effexor now for 2 years after trying Prozac and Celexa (which both had awful side effects). My dose ranged from 37.5 to 112.5. I am now at a point in my life where I feel like I can break through my depression and get off these drugs. I want to start having kids and Effexor is very anti-baby. Today is day 5 and the only thing I have noticed is all I want to do is sleep and I have cried every single day since lowering my dose. I still feel like it is worth it to get off them though. They had only minor side effects such as lowered sex drive and nauseous if you don't eat but I feel like I can find a more natural way to feel better! Good luck to everyone out there, it's hard but you can do it!"


"Every month been bleeding twelve plus days.  I've had  it for three months  and no sign of it stopping. Very bad cramps like stabbing.  A lot of chicks like this but I don't think it was worth it at all.  Had me more depressed  I wanted to get rid of periods that lasted six days now forget it two weeks ....  Hate it"


"This medication works. All I have to say is if you have pain it doesn't hurt to try it. I'm sure it wont make it any worse. I was given it for mental health but found that its wonderful for every pain except menstrual cramps."