"I am using this from three days and it is not working at all.
I will not recommend this"


"I was put on this medication after the birth of my daughter. It controlled my blood pressure to a point keeping it around 135/92 which was a improvement. I experienced leg pain and swelling in my legs and ankles, dizziness, and a feeling of being out of it. I went off it and on lisinopril and feel better. My blood pressure is now on average 120/80."


"Caused restless leg syndrome; unable to fall asleep. Miserable nights due to lack of sleep."


"I started taking phentermine and lost 12lbs my 1st week. I also am on a 1200 calorie diet taking green tea extract, cinnamon and apple cider vinegar supplements for a boost in metabolism. Working great so far."


"Insertion had a sharp pain for only about 15 seconds - I breathed through and it was fine. Cramping afterward, and from then on, my periods were a little off schedule but that was all. This has worked for me greatly. You just have to make sure its in place - my doctor cut the string long enough so I could touch it with my finger. This is a good way to keep track of it without anything going wrong, and so you can catch it if it moves. I have had worry-free sex since I got it. Its a wonderful thing, just be aware of where it is!"


"I was put on this cream for some hormonal acne around my chin and forehead area. I tried this cream first a few years ago, with absolutely no result. I went to another dermatologist who prescribed it again. I decided to give it another try but I had the same result. I read other reviews that said to be patient and keep going with it, so I have tried this cream for several years with no result at all. I had no side effects except for some dryness, but it also didn't affect my acne at all."


"I have been on this for a little more then a year. I was prescribed this pill because I have an extreme sensitivity to birth control. I had mild nausea the first week and then it was gone. I noticed spotting through out the entire year. I also noticed if I forgot to take my pill, and it was the next day, I would have cramping and what felt like the start of my period. I had clear skin and no bloating on this pill. Appetite and sex drive were normal and no weight gain. This is a very mild pill for those that have extreme sensitivity. I would stay on it but I switched insurance"


"So many negative side effects. This interacts HORRIBLY with THC, especially as the THC wears off, and exponentially exacerbates the intensity and length of any depressive come-down effects. In my experience it  interacts with alcohol in about the same way. Also it can make women in-orgasmic."


"My doctor prescribed venlafaxine for my hot flashes.  When I talked to her about going on hormone therapy she suggested that venlafaxine may be a good option and not understanding much about anti-depressants it sounded like a good idea.. wow was i wrong!  I took this medication for a total of approx. 2 months.  At first 37 mg worked great but then my body adjusted within a few days and the hot flashes returned I ended up increasing to a total of 3 37mg per day tablets but continued to have hot flashes and my sex drive became non-existent.  I finally realized what I was doing to my body when I ran out for almost 5 days and the withdrawal symptoms made me feel like a zombie (seriously).  This stuff is a very strong drug and very addictive."


"I was diagnosed with Hep C and chronic Cirrhosis stage 3 a day after my 62 Birthday. I have been in recovery from Alcohol and Drugs for over 32 years but was IV user in 1974. Total surprise and shocked. I felt fatigue this last year, had some discomfort in my stomach area and some nosebleeds as well as headaches. I have always been healthy and this was out of the ordinary for me. I have been on Epclusa for 6 weeks and feel so much better. Very minimal side effects of headache and joint pain as well as sweating specially when in direct sunlight. I am so pleased with this treatment and thankful every day when I take the medication. Co-pay of $5.00 is amazing."


"Took one after liposuction. Worked wonders"


"Within 8 hours, I was experiencing severe chest pain and shortness of breath.  I ended up in ER with all the symptoms of a heart attack.  After 7 hours of tests, it was determined that Macrobid caused an extreme allergic reaction.  I've never been allergic to anything in my life, and I'm 53."


"Hands down best BC ever for me. Have my sex drive back. Occasional breakthrough bleed but that happens with a lot of bcs. It's awesome."


"Started suffering acid reflux after a year on Simvastatin.  Struggled to swallow it, felt as if it was lodged in my throat.  Stopped taking it a month ago, having blood test this week to check cholesterol level."


"Was prescribed this drug about three years ago for an infection around the cuticle of my forefinger. It was prescribed by a PA, no doctor ever looked at it. I remember thinking "why such a powerful antibiotic for a small infection in my finger". I recently went in to the same office with an abcess in my rear end. This time a doctor looked at it, drained it, put me on doxycycline for 10 days that took care of the abcess. Later while on a follow up visit to have it repacked, the same girl who gave me Septra DS three years earlier let it slip that they usually just assume these things are MRSA. So they prescribe something they think will work while they wait for the lab results to come back. Three years earlier no mention of MRSA! Bad reaction"


"Just started this experiment this morning. I was prescribed this by my mental health provider of all things. She prescribed it in the form of the two pills instead of the one  marketed for diet. It was cheaper. Way cheaper. Like with my insurance coverage I paid around $4 for both pills.
So I was worried about the side effects as most of us were/are. This first day I just feel high. Soooooo. I look forward to the next days to see what happens.
I'm 5'4" female. 50 years old and weigh 222 lbs. I like to drink and I understand this medication will affect that. It's actually prescribed for drug abuse and alcohol dependence. Again. I'll wait and see what happens. I don't think I'll try to have a drink while on this medication."


"This has been a godsend for me. Years of  insomnia which resulted in depression and general lack of life quality due to exhaustion. I had tried sleep clinic, hypnotherapy , meditation and other drugs - but nothing was effective. Now on 25mg initially on 125mg. The only negative is the weight gain. Initially put on 11 kg, lost 3kg but struggle to lose anymore. The sleep is worth the weight!"


"I have been on Latuda since January 2015. And Cymbalta for several reasons, one being depression. Since November 2014, I was unable to get up and act like a normal human being. With suicidal ideations and one attempt. I was sleeping 24/7. I was unable to cope in a realistic manner. I had lost all hope, all joy, all energy, all motivation. Until 2 weeks ago. My insurance got changed so Latuda was no longer an option. I asked my doctor to put me on Geodon and Lamictel again. I slept 24/7 the first week, then some miracle happened. I started feeling alive and had energy and my mood was fantastic. To say my life has changed positively is an understatement. I am a normal acting person again. Only problem is weight gain. I think from Geodon."


"It's now been about 6 weeks since I got Liletta. I had heavy spotting until the middle of last week when it finally lightened up! Now I've had 3 days spot-free. I'm hoping this means my cycle has started to regulate. I'm still very nervous about using it without a condom, but so far it's been a decent experience! I'm still a little emotional and am really hoping that will subside."


"This is an excellent anti-nausea medication no matter why you are nauseated, usually. If you are taking the maximum  dosage and are still nauseated something is wrong. Get to the ER. This happened several times to me last year. Promethazine   strong antibiotics and I'd get better for a month. Finally an ER doctor did a CAT scan and saw that I was having appendicitis but hurting in the 'wrong' place. Just a warning if this great medicine fails you."


"Taking a 0.4 mg capsule resulted in side effects that made me want to stop taking Flomax. I now open a capsule and pour out half of the contents, resulting in a 0.2mg dose in the re-sealed capsule and another 0.2mg dose that I put into a tiny piece of dough. I am 62 yrs, had 2 types of radiation treatment for prostate cancer 7 yrs ago; am taking Flomax to counter the feeling of urgency to urinate   frequent urinations (due to the bladder not fully emptying during urination). Flomax side effects = headaches, insomnia, stuffy sinus; however I need to stay on Flomax longer (than 1 week) to make a definite conclusion. 7 yrs ago I had no bad side effects but stopped due to price of Flomax."


"I got my mirena inserted in February 2013 and for the first month I bled lots and then that was it. Until September 2015 when I'd start to bleed during intercourse, it wasn't heavy but was enough to worry my partner and myself and its lessened our sex life due to not wanting to bleed everytime. I had a gynecologist observe my cervix in November and he said it wasn't damaged in any way, the mirena was still in place, and he gave me a prescription for a 10 day course of medication that will thicken my cervix lining, just to rule that out as the possible culprit. I haven't gotten the prescription filled yet as I've been busy and the bleeding settled down. Thinking of getting it removed and replaced with another contraceptive."


"The patch worked. However the itching and inflamed skin was not tolerable.  I wish I could bear it just to be relieved of the overactive bladder. I thought I would have a normal life. Now trying Toviaz."


"I started this medication May 18 and I'm not lying from one day to the next I had dropped 6 lbs I had even eaten 3 meals that day I thought it was really weird and impossible but I work in a Dr office and I weighed myself on 3 different scales and it was right. I have been taking the medication for 10 days now and I'm down 14 lbs I'm eating a lot less than I normally would and exercising which I didn't at all before and I'm very happy with the results! These pills are awesome! And so affordable! I pay $13 a month after insurance :)"


"I have had migraines since I was a teenager (I'm now 42.) After trying almost everything, including OTC meds and other tryptans that didn't work, I am so glad my Dr gave me Maxalt .It works every time. Very rarely I need a second dose, but I know it will always work.This drug has saved me from calling in sick to work on many occasions, and I can even take it at work if I need it, as I don't experience any side effects from it. My only complaint is the expense. Even with insurance and using generic, my copay is still $31 for only 12 pills that are supposed to last me a month.If I refill the prescription before that month ,the copay goes up to $50. Sometimes I will get 3 or 4 migraines a week, so 12 pills is just not enough.This is a great drug though."


"I was prescribed the 500mg pills for 10 days to fight some sort of bacteria infection in my stomach. I am on day 6 and have had zero issues with these meds until today. I took one of the pills without eating anything with it(I have always taken the meds with food previously)and felt as if I was going to die about 30 minutes later. Serious cramping, nausea, headache, and a sudden franticness overcame me and all I could do was sit down in the subway line I was in. Fortunetly, I forced myself to eat a bag of chips and chugged a 32 ouch tea and found relief within 10 minutes. Needless to say, making sure you eat with this prescription is strongly advised. As for the job, it eradicated the infection and showed improvements a day after treatment"


"Age 33, and stronger than ever I still suffered no sex drive and easily agitated. Now after 1st month and 2 doses of 200mg later, I feel even better and my wife finally got her man back. It has already made our tension dissolve. Even my trainer workout partner said no way I have low T. But tested at 267. Get tested, well worth it."


"I was only on venlafaxine for a few weeks and it didn't help much then I read all these reviews about the weight gain and blurred vision and terrible side effects. So I decided to stop taking the medicine since I had the lowest dose possible and only been taking it for a short short time. The withdrawals are almost unbearable. I cry for no reason. I can't sleep I vomit everyday and I can't judge distance with my eyes. I feel like my eyes are just floating in my head. Every time I stand up I get severely dizzy and feel like I can't move. "


"I am 52 years old and have struggled with weight loss all my life.  I have tried Phentermine and cannot handle the sleepless nights.  Even 1/2 of a pill taken at 4:30 AM keeps me up at night.  I Finally tried Contrave with the advice of my doctor and have very few side effects.  I started using this medicine 3 weeks ago and have lost 8 pounds.  (186 pounds to 178 pounds).  I do have minimal side effects of dry mouth and feel a little "out of it" well outweigh the benefits.  I have not only lost weight but no longer crave the sugar I always have.  I am very satisfied! It's worth a try!!"


"Hey guys! I was wondering if any of you have advice or think I should just go get a test! My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex the day after my period and he went inside me on accident so he got me a plan b that I took about 10 hours after, a few days after I took it I started spotting which I thought was a good sign! But I'm now a week late on my period and I just don't know if I should totally be freaking out or not."


"Had migraines since I was 13. Thirty years later and they are worse. Have tried Maxalt, Treximet, butalbital, Excedrin migraine, and Zomig, to name the ones I remember. Tried a sample of Sumavel DosePro this month. It is the only medication that stopped the pain 100%. Took 10 minutes to stop a bad migraine (8 on a 10 scale) and another 10 minutes to be back to functional. Was a bit disoriented and dizzy for that first 20 minutes. Relpax is my typical drug of choice nowadays but it doesn't stop the bad ones. It only stops the ones that I catch right away. But this Sumavel is my new knight in shining armor. I don't know how expensive it is yet but I'm headed back to the doctor this week to find out."


"Biaxin 500 mg leaves bad taste. MD suggested to eat chocolate when taking it. I have no problem with that! Must say it helped me but it could also be the steriods given with it. Hope this helps someone!"


"I got my Skyla about a month ago and I gotta tell you, it hurt like crazy. I was confused when people said it hurt, but not enough to really be bothered by it. I felt there was something seriously wrong with mine because the severe pain from the insertion stayed for over a two weeks. It is finally starting to ease up, but I had to go to my gyno to find out why it hurt so bad. It turns out if you have endometriosis, like I do, you are pretty much screwed for the first month, or whenever your uterus decides to take it. I only paid my deductible so the thing itself was no cost to me. But all in all, it is a pretty useful little birth control. You just have to get through the pain."


"Destroyed my life! Worst decision ever! Had it less than 2 years and it wreaked havoc on my body & mind! Aged me 15 years,  copper toxicity, over half my hair fell out,  thought I was dying of cancer. Caused extreme anger, anxiety, depression, irrational fears & personality change.  Sadly, I've seen many others with similar stories. Beware!"


"Of all birth control methods I've tried (depo, pill, condoms, mirena iud) this is by far the most effective and least stressful for me. All methods have side effects, but I feel most confident with the nexplannon implant. Downfall: extremely tender breasts and a little discomfort at insertion site ."


"My wife had two weekly treatments and developed a high fever, low blood counts, weakness, and confusion and was unable to continue. 15 days in the hospital to come back to previous condition. As there were other issues involved Folotyn was not determined to be the sole cause of her problems. We waited 9 weeks and tried another treatment of Folotyn, one week later we were back in the hospital for 12 days. This has not been a viable treatment for her as it has also had no effect on her PTCL NOS.  We will most likely be trying Istodax next."


"I hate the loss of appetite, other than that, nothing but good things."


"I started Sprintec three days ago and I don't really like what it is doing to me. I have been sleeping NON-STOP. I get abdominal pains. I have red patches on my leg and I don't eat like I normally would.  I'm going to finish this pack and see if these continue. "


"I get really off-time periods and spot for weeks sometimes. I got it in October and it still happens. I was put on 10mg of Prozac to counter act the PMS, which is near psychotic even without the implant. I have the worst acne I've had since I was 13. I'm a skin picker too, so it blows. I also have chronic depression and the damn thing only adds to it. My boyfriend and I never use condoms because of latex allergies and I'm childfree, so it's doing one thing right, and that is all that matters... Unless you have mental issues, then it not so good. I'll probably get it out before the end of the 3 years."


"I have had severe arthritis pain for more than 4 years now and for the first time in over 4 years I have pain free for the last 2 weeks because of Meloxicam. It's a miracle."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"My daughter, after using Beyaz for 6 months, developed bruises, swollen lumps, joint pain, and finally she needed to use crutches to walk. We saw many doctors, but none knew what to do. So on our own, we decided she should go off off Beyaz, and the symptoms slowly disappeared. 9 months later, they are gone, thankfully, but it was a nightmare!"


"I have been taking Paxil for the past 5 years and it makes me feel great I do not get any anxiety attacks since I started one thing that helps me is the support of my husband and exercise and good eating habits. Theses things assist with living a more richer and happier life. I do not intend on stopping because the good out ways the bad."


"The worst antipsychotic I've ever taken. I could barely walk and my rigidity was so bad my legs seized up totally."


"I bled for 3 months straight on the Nexplanon. I asked my doctor to remove it several times and she kept urging me to wait a little while longer. Several weeks later my bleeding stopped. Two weeks later it started again with heavy bleeding and cramping. Not liking it."


"Took this for 4 days. Immediately had the worst stiff neck I've ever had. Stopped taking on day 4, but very painful stiff neckremains. Cannot touch chin to chest and can barely move head side to side. Did clear my urine, though. Very worried about my neck."


"I went on bc to control my emotional balance and heavy cramping for my period. This bc did that. It made my emotions better. I was less of a mess but it came with a price. Extreme gastrointestinal issues. So bad. I leave for college in 8 days and I am stopping this pill because I can not be dealing with constant diarrhea at school. My first week of this pill I had major cramping, it went away but I've been bleeding non stop. I also lost 3 lbs. I'm a very slim female at 5'3 and roughly 92 lbs normally. I am now 88 lbs. my breasts have grown considerably fuller but at this price? I'd rather be flat chested again.

It's a no from me"


"I recently started this pill almost a month ago to prevent pregnancy. I am almost finished with the first pack and anxious to see what my period will be like. As for side effects, I have been very emotional and irritable at times. I used to be on a different medicine for acne but once I started this pill i stopped taking the other medicine and now I have whiteheads everywhere, which is opposite from what i usually get. I also have been very constipated and have had alot of gas although I havent gained any weight. Overall I dont know if I would recommend this pill due to all of the side effects that I have already experienced."


"I have diarrhea due to bacterial infection. I am supposed to take this medication for a week. Currently I am on my third day and the side effects are terrible. Yes, my diarrhea has stopped but now I have nausea. "


"I am very surprised many women are having problems with this pill. This pill has stopped all my cramping and been amazing. You will get side effects the first 3 months but after that it will be really good. No period is a plus for me."


"the first time I started this was back in April  2007 I was a stocker at Walmart I weighed 197lbs starting it and was at 168lbs that July when I moved to Iowa and couldn't get it then I got pregnant and shot up to 218 for roughly 7 years I couldn't take it any more so I went to the Dr. explained this to him he said if it worked we will try it again... that was 6/5/15 I was 218lbs and tonight 6/22/15 when I got on my scale it said 199.6. I love this... now if only I can try a little harder to get down to 170 by Sept. for my brothers beach wedding."


"It has been wonderful to come from 5 pills twice daily to one pill a day. The only problem I have with it is constipation. I have always been regular and 2 days after I started taking it I noticed a change in my bowel habits. It's a minor problem so I am dealing with it. I have only been on it for 2 months so I haven't had my blood work done. I have always had undetectable viral load and 800   CD4. I hope nothing changes because I like this medicine."


"Since using Acyclovir for the last year / year and a half, my breakouts have decreased more than half especially during stressful times.  The last 6 months, I've been breakout free.  I give this medicine a 9 out of 10 because it's not a cure but a prevention.  When they find a cure for this horrible disease, I'll rate it a 10."


"I have struggled with acne since I was 11 yrs old. I'm now 32 and tired of it. Every time I go off my birth control I break out horribly but I wanted to go off of it because I get migraines. I have tried almost everything. The only thing I haven't had is Accutane. My dermatologist gave me Aczone topical as well as topical erythromycin. I have been using both daily for about three months now and this is my first month off my birth control. Well I got my period today. Typically right before I get my period I break out horribly face back chest, Not this time tho. I have 2 tiny bumps on my cheek and one on my back. I am amazed. I hope that it stays like this because honestly it's a miracle! I have never had a topical medicine work before."


"I can remember being on this for just two months last year.  What did improve while I was taking it was my concentration--I started reading every book in sight.  I stopped taking the Zoloft because I thought it made me sick to my stomach and also gave me tics.  I guess I should have waited out the side effects because I thought my ability to read was fantastic."


"I pay $150.00 dollars for the MaxAir inhaler (400 doses) because it is the only inhaler that works for me. One inhaler generally lasts 4 to 6 months.  I can pay $25.00 a piece for the albuterol inhalers with the new approved propellant, and I go through one every couple of weeks and they simply ARE NOT effective.  "


"Excellent for opiate withdrawals."


"After seeing my regular doctor and a GI for IBS-D, I was dissatisfied with their approaches for my IBS--take a probiotic, take fiber, avoid problem foods, and take Immodium. I just wanted my old life back where I could go out to a restaurant with my friends and travel without thinking about my 8+ daily diarrhea bowel movements.
I decided to see an integrative doctor who prescribed Enteragam. I've been on it several weeks now and it is a game changer. My bloating, cramps and urgency are gone and I now have one solid bowel movement a day 90% of the time. It's a miracle. The only side effect I seem to have is a very mild sore throat. I plan on discussing this with my doctor at my next follow-up."


"This medication has been a God send for me. Nothing else has worked this season. My doctor provided me with a sample in the office and I have been able to BREATH since."


"I have been on yaz for 5 weeks i have put on 7kilos wake up to swollen fingers have sore hard breast completely no sex drive and the worst a week after taking yaz i got a chest infection thought was viral had antibiotics its now 4 weeks of chest infection googled yaz symptoms and saw it can cause upper respiratory infectuions omg couldn't belive a month of hardly being abile to breath time off work and doctors visits to descover its yaz causing it i stoped it today and have had a bad head ache tonight hope its out of my system quickly"


"Gout is a very painful and debillitating condition and my doctor said it should be treated with high initial dose  as soon as possible. So I take two or three 50mg capsules followed by two more in five hours then one or two in an additional five hours and -- the gout is out! As a bonus all other minor aches and pains go away as well. Wonderful ....no kidding!"


"Mine is covered by medicare part d through bc/bs rx prem for $2.00 for 60 pills.  Fair results."


"Made me sweat in bed while asleep to the point it looked like I had a high fever. Took for depression, made me agitated."


"I have been on Aviane for a week now. Already feeling so much better. Have a little bit of spotting but I'm actually happy to be seeing that. I was on Depo-Provera shot for almost 3 years and I haven't had a period in 2 1/2 years and gained about 30 lbs. I couldn't lose weight on the shot no matter how much I've tried and all I do is eat. Before the shot I was only 110 so I am still thin. I have a sex drive again and sex feels better than ever! I am not so moody or angry any more. So far this was an amazing change although it is only the first week I really enjoy it a lot. I did get scared because of the horror stories but experiencing it myself is way better! I have a good outcome."


"I feel like I have been poisoned . Even though people react differently to every medication I'm sure this one beats all bad side effects by a long way . After having h pylori I began with pylera treatment for 10 days.... couldn't get through it for more than 7 days as my health started taking a heavy toll. Headaches, mood swings, bloating, painful constipation, extreme fatigue, chills and  then I stopped  when I had a hives allergic attack which obliged me to stop working. I'm an otherwise healthy 32 yr old who has had her life turned upside down by pylera. After stopping treatment I noticed I had developed an oral thrush due to antibiotics killing my intestinal flora and was sick in bed. Be warned as to the bad side effects and look for natural remedies!"


"I was always in E.R not knowing what was wrong with me until my last visit when they gave me Ativan. Once I took this drug I began to feel calm and finally discovered the problem. I was suffering from anxiety/panic attack for 5 months before I found out the truth. I went to my doctor and told him what happened and he recommended Klonopin so I agreed it has been over 4 months now and no more E.R visits. This drug is very effective and helps in times of need like when you start to feel an attack come on. I take one and in less than 20 minutes the symptoms are gone and I feel calm. Only thing about it though is that it can make you sleepy."


"I started taking Byetta 5 mg exactly 2 weeks ago.  I've lost 5 lbs and my blood glucose is in the 80's every morning instead of the 170 - 200 range.  I have experienced a little nausea in the morning but it goes away after I eat.  I go back to the doc after New Year and plan to ask him to keep me on 5 mg instead of 10mg."


"OK, guys, I had a bottle of champagne and we drank,but i failed, ugh. I thought it was her roomates with kids next door and said next time better at my place. so we tried at my place, again a fail, 2 months later saw her , by now I had bought cialis, I mixed champagne, vodka, ,well things were going well, but then before ,climax, I felt like might have heart attack, had to stop, then,another fail so, then ( started Kundalini yoga, excercises, about squeezing your sex, muscles, breathing , blood flow etc, ( Sat Kriya ) my ex girlfriend had taught me years ago, started again                                  amazing, if no yoga( 80mg bayer heart asprin ,rock hard .lol all"


"Got this as a prescription from my doctor, after spending endless hour doing research on this medication I decided to give it a try. I was on celexa for almost 5 months. During this time I felt like a cloud has over my head the whole time, my brain did not function and I felt like life was absolutely unbearable. Might work for some people but It did more harm than good while I was on it. Had to stop.  I've found that what got me my life back was an alternate method that came as a lifesaver for me that didn't involve medication. It involves steps to being more motivated and accomplishing things daily.
http://happylifeengine.com/archives/30
I am back to being me and I feel hopeful about the future. I just needed ti be shown how to get my life back on track. Hope you all get your life back as I did .
"


"I have had horrible psoriasis since the age of 20. Even as a kid I had a flakey scalp that was embarrassing. Stelara for me feels like a miracle. I have been on Enbrel, cyclosporine, and I've used all of the steroids. I've used the Pagano diet which is very difficult. Stelara is great. When I combined UVB lights at the doctors office with Stelara my skin cleared up 100 percent in about 3 and a half weeks. My scalp even cleared up. This is the only medicine that works that I've used. The blood tests to stay on the medication are expensive and sadly many insurance companies won't pay for this. I hope that changes. I was so sick I could not work and got Stelara through charity for 1 year. It is amazing. "


"This is the second pill I have been on for an average of 2 years now. When I first started Junel Fe 1/20 It took me forever to regulate out and honestly I don't think I ever will. It has been a year and a half without missing or being late on a pill and I get my period twice a month. Not to mention I get breakouts with it. But also I am not pregnant. I have not gained weight, nor have I lost any."


"I've been on this birth control for about four months now. My breasts are growing at a consistent rate. My acne stayed the same. My periods are gone and I do not cramp at all. I have been more depressed and picking out little things to complain about to my boyfriend. He is trying to deal with it but this pill is slowly making me crazy. I need something else! I constantly feel sick and need to go to the bathroom. "


"My Doctor put me on Spiriva a year ago for my COPD.  It has helped me to be able to breathe so much better. I used to be sick all the time and had bronchitis every 2 months that went by. Since Spiriva, I have not been sick but a few times. It is a blessing to me."


"Okay, here is the thing with Klonopin. It's a drug that works perfectly. There is literally no way to be anxious on a high enough dose, and benzos will be your saving grace if you are suffering from several panic attacks a day or even if you're catatonic. It's also got a pretty good record for being safe, far as I know.

Here's the bad part. Any drug that works too well, that allows you to feel too good on it, runs a high risk of dependency. Not only that, withdrawal from this drug is miserable and painful if not done currently and under supervision. You'll be told this is "not abusable as Xanax" because Xanax is common among recreational drug users. That's a fallacy. Klonopin is very easy to double up on and abuse. Do not mix with alcohol."


"I've had the greatest success for the longest period of time. I love how it's also a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. It seems to help more."


"Not great at all for relieving pain, in my  opinion.."


"I love this medication. Slowly my emotions are getting stable! The first few weeks are rough because it hadn't taken effect. Wait it out and hopefully it will help you too!"


"I have been taking Loestrin 24 for 3 months. I got a little moody at times, my period is lighter and shorter about a couple of days ago I started getting dizzy when I moved too fast and my breast got a little bigger. I'm going to keep using this  for months but if the dizziness don't go away I'm going to stop it. But all these comments I read are so positive then all the other ones. Thanks."


"I have been on Ortho Tricyclen Lo for 6 months and my doctor switched  me to Tri Lo Sprintec due to insurance purpose,( which is the generic version)(cheaper). I have no serious side affects with Ortho Tri… I normally don’t get bad side effects from any medicine. But after a month and a half of  taking Tri Lo Sprintec..I've noticed depression,  fatigue, crazy mood swings like NEVER BEFORE, dry mouth, decreased in sex drive, nausea, sore breasts.. I do not recommend this birth control to ANYONE! I have never experienced such sever side affects!!!"


"I believe it saved me and my baby. I've been clean for 2 years from heroin but trying to come off of this is harder than I ever imagined."


"It really works.  I take 10 mg within 30 min of sex and I usually have no problems staying rock hard.  Usually lasts around 36 hours (the drug...not being rock hard).  I used prescription Lily brand for a couple of years but could not afford the price.  Tried getting them online for the past two years and it works great!  It's made by a generic company in India but I'm still alive :)  I read that a lot of generic US drugs are made there.  I believe Pfizer makes a lot there.  I buy the 20 mg and cut in half with a pill splitter.  I promise you I am not a sales rep, just trying to help others who may be in need but can't afford."


"I am starting my third month of this birth control and I have to say it's pretty good. My acne has decreased dramatically. I used to have a lot of cystic acne spread throughout my face and now it is decreasing. Also, my period is very light and it lasts about 3 to 4 days. I actually experienced cramps the last time I had my period on the first day but once I took two Advils I was fine. As for weight I have maintained the same way however my breasts do increase right before my period and I do feel bloated on the first day. I would recommend this if you're looking to treat your acne."


"Bipolar Disorder: This medicine has helped reduce my symptoms of anxiety, agitation, and impulsiveness.  But it does not help with depression symptoms in the long run.  It has caused my mood to go up and down, even though I'm using other medicines to stabilize my mood."


"I've have no major side effects! I'm a little more prone to mild infection as with other immunosuppressants. The only side effect I have, is a strong burning sensation while injecting. This is remedied by icing the area before hand and allowing the pen to warm to room temperature immediately before injection."


"I like to think of this as headache medicine. Take only when you have one. This medicine should be used in emergencies only. It is not for taking everyday. For that I recommend something that has a longer shelf-life-that takes longer to break down, like Klonopin. Because of Xanax short wait time and short shelf-life, it can make you feel like an addict. If you forget a dose, in less than 4 hrs you can experience WORSE symptoms of anxiety because they come without warning or provocation. Instant panic attacks, inability to think or work, etc. However, as a panic attack reducer or for the instant release of an intense anxiety-related event, I do highly recommend it."


"I was diagnosed with PTSD and GAD after 2 tours in combat. I began to suffer from anxiety in 2009, I was prescribed Zoloft and Klonopin .25mg (as needed). Klonopin was an immediate relief for unexpected anxiety attacks. 15 minutes later I was functional again. After 2 years, Zoloft destroyed my libido. So I took myself off and relied only on Klonopin. It began as needed, then 2 a week, once everyday, and finally twice a day. The anxieties were reoccurring quite often, I quickly built a dependence to get me through the day. It turns out that I was getting anxiety due to my addiction to klonopin. I decided to get off cold turkey (not recommended) and I went through 2 weeks of withdrawals. its a quick relief but addictive. be careful!"


"I also have Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. I was started on Librax upon getting my initial diagnosis, took it for several weeks and kept telling everyone how "I've never felt better in my life" and then one day on the way to work I nearly fell asleep behind the wheel of my car on the drive into work. There is a chemical in chlordiazepoxide that has a half-life of over 400 hours, so the 'benzo' part of this medicine can build up pretty quickly. I stopped the medication for awhile and have since gone back on it without any of the previously mentioned problems, but I did cut my dose down from 1 pill every 8 hours to 1 pill every 10-12.....so only 2 pills a day instead of 3. I still get the relief I need, but do not get drowsy at all."


"I'm a 32 yr old widowed single mom to 3 children ages 14, 8 & 6. 18 months ago I was 296 lbs. & was literally on my death bed it felt like. I had type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, hypothyroidism, pcos with high insulin resistance, b12 deficiency, high cholesterol & my triglycerides were outta this world. I felt hopeless because dieting & going to the gym were an all time fail so my Dr wrote a prescription for Contrave. I didn't really notice any side effects other than a rapid heartbeat & this medication not only helped me lose weight it's helped me quit smoking! In 18 months I've lost 147 lbs & went from plus size 26/28 clothes to a 10 in juniors pants and L/XL shirts. I love this medication & would recommend it to anyone."


"Taking 150mg three times a day for herniated lumbar disc."


"It helps but not all the time I take 30 mg once a day."


"I love Mirena. I am 26 and never had kids before. I had my Mirena inserted 7 months ago, little pain when MD inserted. Little cramps but it all want away. I have gain few pounds. Overall it is a great birth control."


"I had my 2nd baby 5 months ago and was having postpartum depression symptoms that turned into extreme anxiety. I was always irritated and very short tempered. My 8 year old had to hear me screaming and fighting with my husband and I felt so bad for her.

I finally made it to the doctor and was prescribed prozac. It is literally saving my life!! I feel happier and less stressed. I don't know if it's making me tired since I have an infant and I'm tired anyway. Although it's been a short time that I'm taking it, I definitely feel the difference!"


"I used to take Sprintec to regulate my period and help with cramps which worked for a while but after 2 years my periods were back to being miserable. The first week or two on Ocella were tough, I was very nauseous, had stomach cramps and headaches but it all went away after the second week. The first day of my period the first 2 months was incredible! I didn't even feel like I had a period, but by day 2 my awful cramps were back. I spoke to my Gyno and we've decided I can take Ocella continuously. Next week is the first placebo week that I'm skipping and I will only have 3-4 periods a year. Besides the first couple of weeks I haven't had any other side effects."


"I have two children and I decided to get the Mirena IUD.  I got it placed a little over two weeks ago. The insertion was not painful at all, just a mild pressure, and I only experienced faint cramps for the rest of the day.  Unfortunately I have had ongoing menstrual bleeding ever since (16 days now).  There are no cramps and no other side effects, but constantly having to carry around tampons is annoying.  I was on the pill for over ten years before I had my kids, and I never had periods, so this is especially annoying."


"I am 55 and have been living with IBS-C for the last 10 yrs.  My doctor started me on Amitiza a week ago.  I am on 24mcg twice daily.  I took my initial dose at the beginning of a meal.  It caused pretty severe nausea, but really cleaned me out with 4 or 5 small BM's ranging from normal to explosive diarrhea.  I have taken each subsequent dose in the middle of a meal, and have had  the most normal bowel pattern than I have had in years.  No more nausea, reflux, cramping or gas.  This med is allowing me to have several small BM's daily, as opposed to using laxatives, which is miserable.  I hope it continues to work!  I'm using samples from my doctor right now.  Not sure if insurance is going to cover it."


"its fine if you want to go insane.  I  recommend to use nicotine gum"


"You are extremely tired in the beginning but it goes away and you are back to your normal routine. I take 20mg at night and am and headache and migraine free. Its great."


"I take 200mg about 45 min before sexual activity, this usually allows me to get hard enough to penetrate and maintain an erection until I get the job done (10-15 minutes). Once I have ejaculated I cannot get another erection. I have found that Stendra works better if you make a lot of time for foreplay to help with arousal (for both of you), usually more fun also. For me this med is not as effective as Cialis or Viagra but the side effects are MUCH more tolerable."


"I've had YI for about a month that I had been foolishly trying to self-treat..... A Diflucan that was in the medicine cabinet, leftover from a year-and-a-half ago when I was on an antibiotic; symptoms went away, then came back after some sexual activity.  Napalmed my poor self with a Monistat-1 (bad idea).... Very irritating to my vulva.  Symptoms came back within a week.  Even had bad falling-out with boyfriend when I asked him if he could have given me an STD; he is very insulted, to the point that this has likely ended our relationship :-( .  Finally called doc who called in Terazol.  Felt better within AN HOUR of first dose.  OMG, why didn't I just call the doc at the start???!!! Ugh!"


"51 year old 131 pounds, one time use. Directions said take 1 - 3 tabs, so I took two for constipation .  Less than 2 hours later I felt the urge to go.  That's when the severe cramping and profuse sweating began.  While going,  I began to vomit (what seems like everything I've ever eaten... ever).  Ate mostly clean all week. That day I ate a spinach & sundried tomato omelet for breakfast with coffee & orange juice and buffalo chicken salad with water for dinnier. Since I'm watching my weight, I weigh myself in the morning.  After this Dulcolax experience,  I lost four pounds in about as many hours. .  So, 5 points for the weight loss,  but I'll never put myself through this pain again!"


"I took this for a sinus infection and not only did it not work but after I stopped taking it my face was so swollen it looked like I had gotten onto a fight.  My face is hot and feverish next time I'm staying away from doctors!"


"I am a 60  year old male with BPH.  After 10 days on finasteride I had marked decrease in erectile strength and quantity of ejaculate, moderate decrease in libido."


"This is the worst experience I have ever had with a birth control. My acne is worse and my mood is awful. I've felt depressed for the whole time I've been on it where I just want to cry for no reason or if something does not go right. I have had calf cramps as well. My normal birth control is Lutera and I have no complaints about it."


"I had the Implanon put in about 6 weeks after my son was born. I was going to try the Mirena, but my cervix was too small and the nurse couldn't insert it. So, she can back with an alternative-the Implanon. To be honest, I wasn't really into the idea of having something in my arm, but I knew I probably would miss pills again...so I had it inserted. That was April 2008. 18 months later, I'm liking it a better than I a year ago. Those first 8 months awful. I picked up a few pounds which I didn't mind because I've always been super skinny, but the unpredictable cycles were awful. My periods had always been light and short, but with the Implanon, they became MUCH heavier and longer! It's convenient, but it has its ups and downs!"


"Hello everyone, I'm here to tell you about my experience with Nexplanon. First, let me just say it has done its job,because I haven't gotten pregnant since I've had it. In fact I think it's a great preventative method. But, if you notice, I've only had it for a year when it's suppose to last for 3 years. My biggest problem was the bleeding patterns. I bled for almost 6 months straight. In those 6 months where I was bleeding, I experienced the mood swings, weight gain, and depression. I'm 21 now, and I was at a normal weight bouncing from 120 to 130 ,but never anymore or less. I also excerised routinely and ate a decent diet. Sadly in the last year I haven't been able to maintain my weight with my end weight being 171! I wouldn't recommend."


"Have been on Jardiance 10mg for 5-months. No bad side effects at all. I do need to drink a lot of water and pee a lot, but, for me, this is not a problem. I lost 8% of body weight while taking Jardiance and walking a couple of miles per day for three weeks. Waking blood sugar dropped from 115-130 to 90-100. I stopped the walking and most of the weight returned. A1C has varied from 5.1-5.9, not a big change. Morning blood sugar has gone up to 100-115 range without the walking. Before Jardiance. I had a retina stroke which generally related to plaque in my carotid arteries, and was attracted to Jardiance based on published study results that unexpectedly showed significant reduction of cardiac events. Have had no recurrence of eye problems."


"To anyone taking Lexapro or any antidepressant:  DO NOT believe all the negative reviews you read here or elsewhere.  Do not let them scare you away from taking one of these drugs.  The drugs are not miracle workers, but they do help some by taking the edge off and by not letting you obsess on your feelings and thoughts.  You have to give them time, at least SIX WEEKS. If no improvement, up the dose per your Dr's permission or switch to another. The side effects are mild, and that is despite what anyone says to the contrary.  Antidepressants work best in combination with psychotherapy, but they are also effective when taken by themselves.  You will eventually feel better."


"Not very strong and didn't really work for me"


"I'm a 40 year old Mom with stage 4 breast cancer with metastasis to bone from head to toe. As you can imagine, I'm in considerable pain all the time. They have kept upping my morphine and although going without the morphine is not an option I am tired of doubling it all the time. I since gone to a pain doctor that prescribed Arthrotec 75 and at last I can go hiking with my kids again. I can go shopping with them and not be exhausted from pain. I am very grateful to Arthrotec 75 because it has given me a piece of my life back. The only side effects I've had from it is a little bit of an achy stomach and I've been very gassy. Well worth the trade off."


"I'm a 53 year old female having problems with my blood pressure and my doctor had me try the Bystolic. 5mg was to much so tried 2.5mg and has worked for me still today.  Have had more energy, and have lost some weight.  Also have been going through menopause now, this has helped me with the control of my blood pressure."


"Miracle medicine!"


"After trying over 8 prescription medications for my acne (both creams and oral pills), I finally decided to try Accutane. Despite all the negative aspects about Accutane that I read online, I am so happy I gave it a try. After the first month, my blackheads were gone and my bigger pimples weren't so inflamed and swollen. My face used to always be red and oily and after only one month, my face is not at all red or oily. I think a lot of people refrain from taking it because of the reviews they read online, but there are possible side effects for every medicine. My advice: give Accutane a shot. If it works to your benefit, I promise you that you will be extremely happy with the results."


"I absolutely love the ring. I don't have any side effects and it's so easy to only remember to take it in/out once a month compared to a pill everyday. My partner says that it is noticeable during foreplay but that he can not feel it at all during sex, nor can I. It has came out two maybe three times before during sex but you can just put it right back in so its not a big deal. I really do love this BC and I would recommend it 10/10 times."


"45 yrs old and had acne my whole life, tried everything under the sun, including Accutane 11 yrs ago. This medication has done wonders for my skin over the past 8 months. It's truly a great product but it does cost $200 a tube with 15% off! I feel it's worth every penny."


"I have been prescribed this medicine after 3 surgeries in 7 months. September 2009 after my gallbaldder was removed, it is what I came home with. It has worked great for me. I didn't even take all that was prescribed. That's how good it worked. In October 2009 and April 2010, I had the same surgery. I was given the liquid kind. Worked like a champ. "


"Injections tried for migraine pain.  No relief."


"I quit in 1998 because of Zyban. I credit this drug for helping me kick a pack a day habit that I thought I would never kick.  I was skeptical, but after 2 weeks taking it, I didn't get the rush from that first morning cigarette.  I didn't feel like I needed that soothing wave of calmness smoking gave me when I was stressed.  I didn't feel rewarded when I lit up anymore.  Without the soothing effects, I was left with the bad parts of smoking, the taste and the smell.  I quit and have never started again since.  I have heard stories from friends that had weird trips on Zyban and they sound downright frightening.  This did not happen to me thankfully."


"I have polycystic ovarian syndrome. I have been using Depo since I was 15, and I am 17 now. Even when I took the pill (which regulated my periods), my periods were abnormally heavy and I did not want to deal with it. I like using Depo a lot. I have taken a bone density test about 3-6 months ago and my bones were great; you just have to make sure you are taking calcium and vitamin D. The only negative side of using Depo for me are the mood swings that happen after I get the shot and last for about a week or two. I don't get any other PMS symptoms and I have NEVER spotted. ALTHOUGH this is important: DO NOT be late on taking your shot! I did that ONCE and I had my period."


"This medication helped me sleep so much but  at first I had to take it with melatonin until they got my dosage right which may take a little while. The only problem I had was the grogginess in the morning which is common"


"I went through study after study as a kid without diagnosis. I found out 6 months after I had my 1st child at age 22 I had epilepsy. The pregnancy increased my symptoms and seizure to 3-5 times a day. The first med they put me on was lamictal and I stayed on this med for 8 yrs without any distracting symptoms. After I divorced I tried to go off them due to no insurance, I soon realized how well they did work. I ended up going back on them within two months because my seizure ended up coming back as soon as the med eased out of my system. It has now been a combined 12 yrs on this med and I don't intend on changing anytime soon. If you find something that works, it doesn't matter how many reviews you read until you see how your body reacts."


"I suffered terrible depression and anxiety after I had my son. It was the worst experience because I had no control over the worrying, sadness and hopelessness. I wasn't able to enjoy my newborn because I felt so down and anxious about everything. After I developed insomnia and would sleep for 3 days at a time I decided to get help. I felt embarrassed and shameful for feeling this way, but I can assure anyone dealing with postpartum anxiety/depression that it's NOT your fault! It's a very real disorder and can take a person's life if they don't seem help. Zoloft literally saved mine, I have been on 100mgs for one year and feel like the happy person I was before pregnancy. Best decision I've ever made!!"


"The Z-Pak took away all of my symptoms. It feels great not to have to cough all the time now."


"Me and my mom are allergic it! Tung become swollen with trouble breathing!"


"Suboxone worked a miracle for me. I suffer from hydrocephalus and have a shunt in my brain. For 8 years I had a neurologist tell me all he could do was treat me for pain. It didn't take long to realize they were addicting. I didn't know any more if I was treating pain or the addiction. After all I had an excuse. Then one day it hit me. I had been using the word excuse. I tried to stop cold turkey. But each time I'd get severe depression anxiety, RLS, insomnia, headaches. I wasn't aware that my body was opiate dependant until I talked to a different Doctor. He took my blood pressure which was really low and informed me that it was dangerous to quit like that after so long and suggested I try suboxone. It works!"


"I just started taking Yaz 3 weeks ago. My acne was awful. It was everywhere and I scar really bad if I pick my pimples or not. I was at the end of my rope. I was so tired of having to wear make-up in the mornings when I don't really like to wear it at all. Now, just in 3 weeks time, my acne has dried up completely. All I can do is thank the makers of this product. I woke up this morning and there was only 2 small pimples on my face. I was truly amazed because I had struggled with acne for the past 3 years. The only side effect for me is upset stomach, but that's nothing compared to the nightmare I was living. Thanks Yaz!"


"I am on my second, three month pack of LoSeasonique and I am seriously contemplating stopping the birth control. My first three month pack, around week six I started bleeding. This lasted about a week and I thought my body was adjusting. Since then my face has broken out - I have never had acne problems. I am now on week four of my second cycle of pills, and I am now bleeding lightly again. I am experiencing the worst cramps I have ever had in my life. All I do is sleep, and I am still exhausted all the time.  I can't even get myself to do normal activities like grocery shopping."


Neutropenia Associated with Chemotherapy

"I learned from another patient to take Claritin a few days after the shot and keep taking it for 5 days. It really worked. The first time the pain was so bad, it felt like 3-4 days of labor pains. When I used the Claritin I only felt little twinges and a few cramps."


"Hey ladies, just wanted not share my VERY STUPID but scariest experience I ever went through so I had unprotected sex on the day that one of my apps said is my highest ovulation day ( didn't realize until after I did the do) I also had sex the following day unprotected as well which was a very dumb by the time I got to a store the pharmacy was closed and I had to wait until the following day which was Monday to take the pill after I took it I had no side effects except for FEAR  I had to wait two weeks until my period was suppose to come and then boom it came !! Ladies please don't stress the pill will work I took it 60 hours after the fact and my period came two days early."


"I have been taking Trulicity for about 3 1/2 months.  Still with side effects.  I have smelly breath and  I feel like no one wants to get close to me.  I have bouts of dizziness when I get up at times.   I have terrible indigestion at times.  My blood sugars are good.  Can't eat much at a time.  Haven't lost much weight.  Now I have started having a lot of joint pain that I never had before.  I don't know if the side effects are worth it."


"Soo I have unprotected sex June 25 and immediately took the pill on the 26th but I was suppose to get my period on that day and now it's the 28 and I still haven't gotten my period???? I know I'm just freaking myself out but I think it was just the pill that is making my period late... Hopefully. but I am absolutely having no side affects thank god. Just gotta be patient and stop stressing myself out!"


"I've been taking Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo, but I was told that Ortho Tri Cyclen would be free through my insurance if I switched. So I did. I never had a problem on OTCL, and my doctor said that OTC would be pretty much the same and wouldn't even be able to tell the difference. WRONG!!! This pill is absolutely awful. I'm always pissed at everyone. I lose my cool over the smallest things. I'm crying about everything and I'm never happy. My boobs feel like they've gained 20 pounds and are always hurting. My sleep patterns are so crazy and I'm always tired. My boyfriend thinks this pill has made me into bridezilla. I only have 3 days left. Thank goodness. Not pregnant, but not worth all this grief. I'd much rather pay $30 a month to be happy."


"I started on 30mg a day for a month for fibromyalgia and had moderate pain relief along with and some mild side effects that faded after a few weeks (mostly trouble staying asleep). Then I bumped up to 60mg and it was extremely helpful with reducing my pain!! I was able to do things with energy and not crash so much at night! However, I'm apparently one of the unlucky few who get really bad psychological effects from it. After 3 months of denying the increasing depression, I ended up being hospitalized for wanting to kill myself. Fortunately the psychiatrist who treated me recognized the importance of pain management and he has me on 30mg of Cymbalta again with an added dose of Lamictal (mood stabilizer) to combat the crazy. It helps."


"When I started Vimpat I got vertigo, headaches, and nausea like woah. My neurologist asked me to try to stick it out, and I am SO glad I did.

It replaced Topamax (which was messing up my kidneys) and it works. I went a record (for me) 124 days without a seizure with the Vimpat/Keppra combination I am on now. I still get dizzy more easily than I used to, but seizure freedom is absolutely worth the inconvenience."


"I feel gr8 once I swallow invega. It will make me a little tired at night. Sometimes when I'm hungry and try not to eat, I will get a strong stomach ache. Once in awhile I will get suicidal thoughts, but am not dangerous to me or others in any way, they're just thoughts of suicide. When it's hot outside, I tend to feel very hot, and I sweat more, too. It's hard to lose weight on this medication which is what I hate about this.....and I've gained ALOT since my pregnancy. My stomach area is inflamed with cortisol....I look horrible with a Santa belly....ppl always ask me if I'm pregnant, and some even stare. Even if I try not to eat, it is very hard to lose any weight with this medication, and no matter what you eat, you gain weight."


"I love Nexplanon. I started it about 4 months ago and it hasn't been at all terrible for me. I've been having lighter periods that last for about a week and a half. It's not that big of a deal because they are so light. I also don't get cramping at the level I used to get it. I'm hoping my period will stop all together, but either way it's still so much lighter than what I used to have before. I haven't gained any weight except maybe a pound or two but that's because I already had a weakness for sweets. I also didn't have any acne problems. I'm 16 and my skin has been as clear as a baby's bottom. I think Nexplanon had to do with it because my problem acne areas haven't had any breakouts and I love it."


"This is my favorite cold/sinus medicine.  It allows me to sleep at night.  Doesn't give me that stuffed up feeling other medicines do."


"I’ve had nexplanon for 2 years now and I absolutely love it! The first 6 months with this I had a little spotting, not much. After the 6 months I haven’t had my period whatsoever, so a year in a half with no period. Haven’t really had any side effect because just a little weight gain but every BC I feel like you gain a little! I highly recommend this, but everyone’s body is different. But I love it and will keep using this! Didn’t have to pay anything for this either!! 3 years with not buying BC ever month!"


"Works well for depression and anxiety.  I experienced diminished libido (male). Do not abruptly stop taking or miss a dose, you'll get worse than opiate withdrawal!"


"I have been suffering from "AAD" & Panic Disorder for most of my life. Took my 1st "classic" panic attack in the 5th grade!!! I was Finally diagnosed at 23. I'm have been treated with xanax, clonopin and ativan for this awful condition ever since. I am now 43. Because of all the Abuse of these meds though by people that don't need it for anything except to "get high" makes me furious!!! Because where I live in N.J.,no kind of doctor wants to prescribe any kind of benzo anymore. It's awful because these meds help so many people. I was just yanked, not weaned, off the xanax and given Vistaril 100mg 3 times a day. This is the Most awful medication I have ever taken In my life!!! I had such horrible S/E's I went to the E.R.!!! TERRIBLE MED!!!"


"Chantix was terrible for me. Made me so nauseous I could not get out of bed. For me it gave me headaches and made me feel "hungover" all day long. Also I could not sleep more than 2 hours a night. Now it did make me not want to smoke but I can't be under those conditions all day everyday. So after 9 days I'm stopping."


"This works wonders with my acne, but it makes me absolutely sick to my stomach. Nausea and vomiting the first couple months but only on occasion. Abnormal bleeding began and continued for almost three months, discontinued and started taking it again, and now I have bled for a month..."


"Just a 54 year old 5'9 244 pound guy. I was considering by pass and was advised by a friend that the surgery is not the answer. Well 13 months later I shed forty nine pounds and feel pretty great. I am up to walking two miles a week and please don't laugh. No big side effects except a little constipation. My doctor is now a believer that this can help. Wish me luck."


"I started Gilenya in early 2011 as I had a severe relapse. Beforehand I was on Copaxone but it wasn't very effective and left itchy sore red marks. Gilenya has been very effective as in my lesions have stabilised and have shrunk a little. The downside for me is that if you get an infection or a wound, it takes a long time to heal. You have to keep an eye on it and maintain it if it happens to you as it might get worse. I suffer lightheadedness when standing up and nausea as well. You are more susceptible to colds and flu as well so make sure you ask your doctor for a flu shot every year. The side effects are tolerable. I have NOT had a relapse since and given there isn't a cure for Multiple Sclerosis, this is the best medicine available in Australia."


"This did nothing for me, as far as I'm concerned, I think its a placebo.. I was very depressed because I felt awful everyday, I could barely get out of bed, I felt exhausted, foggy mind, body ached, and long list of other debilitating symptoms.. I knew I wasn't just feeling these things physically for no reason. I'm only 30yrs old and when I started having memory problems I knew that it wasn't just Depression!! My primary doc did blood work and found I had some severe vitamin deficiencies! I got some prescription vitamins and changed my diet.. I feel better physically and mentally!! This may not help everyone but I encourage you to make sure your doc does a lot of tests tests to rule out others health issues before before blaming depression"


"I put on this medication for muscle pain and within ten minutes the burning sensation got extremely bad my skin was very red and the burning was unbearable, worst experience ever."


"Tons better than medicines like Paxil and Depakote (sleep your life away)...even-keel pretty much...sometimes I have coffee with friends (10a.m.) and I can feel a slight rush but if that's the down side of this for me, then I'll take it until they tell me that I can't anymore."


"1st time I got it put in I bleed for 3weeks was about to get it taken out but the bleeding stopped with in 3 months I put on 15kgs I went to the gym regularly  (5 days a week) nothing was helping with losing the weight, I had it 1 year and had my period once. It worked I didn't fall pregnant and my partner and I are really sexually active, everyone is different but me I put on 20kgs in that 12 months of having it in, I had it taken out and fell pregnant pretty much 3 months after :)"


"I have diagnosed chronic constipation. My doctor tried to refer me to Miralax, which I did try, but it did nothing for me. I asked him for a sample of Linzess and I thought I might happy cry because of how well it worked. Within the first two weeks you will most likely have some diahrrea, as your body is getting used to the medicine. I'm about a month in on my prescription and the diahrrea DID stop. But trust me, it's better than constipation every day. Every body is different, but try to follow the directions to a T for the first month before you switch it up. I take mine 30-1 hours before I eat after I wake up in the morning and have a completely normal BM a few hours later. If I wait to eat any longer than on hour, it doesn't work at all"


"Detoxed after narcotic pain mgmt for 20 years.  Was given Subutex and phenobarbitol, etc. at Detox center, and while it was hell, no sleep AT ALL for 3 weeks, and muscle spasms from hell, came out clean.  Get botox injections for occipital neuralgia every three months in neck.  Pain still vile.  15 yrs ago had cervical fusion, at C5/6, all related to the 20 plus pain cycle, car accidents, bet you know what I mean.  Again had Cervical fusion 10 months ago, now C4/5/6/7, still violent spasms.  Was put on Dilatid for surgery, and after one month on it, tapered, but needed support to get off completely.  Pain mgr. prescribed Clonidine.  Worked like a charm."


"I have migraine and depression. I couldn't sleep before and had at least four migraine attacks every month. A GP started me on Amitriptyline 25 mg every night for migraine prevention but she doesn't know that I also have depression (diagnosed by a psychiatrist). Now I'm able to sleep well, and only have migraines one or two times a month. Depression is more manageable now since I get enough sleep. Killing two birds with one stone, ha."


"I've had my IUD for about 3 months. The insertion was a lot more painful than I expected and I had bad cramps for a couple days afterward. It was overall not bad seeing as it last for 5 years. I gained about 10lbs when I first got it but have been able to lost about 6 of those with diet and exercise changes. I do have pretty extreme mood swings but they are getting better as I think the hormones are working themselves out! I have an increase in sex drive for sure!!"


"I was diagnosed bipolar II a little over 4 years ago. I was manic for a long time, I'm talking 2 years. With episodes of extreme depression. I wouldn't take my medications and ended up in and out of several mental health centers at several hospitals, well over 10 hospitalizations. I was a reckless mess. I can't even remember a lot of that time period. I was losing everything along with my mind- I was gone without a doubt. I saw this Dr yet can't remember his name, while in the hospital and he was so nice and didn't want to sedate me like I had been in the past. He put me on lamictal for the first time. This was 3 years ago. It saved my life. Works within the first week. Seriously the best mood stabilizer ever."


"Dexilant gave me every side effect on the label. "Not Good, I have never had diarrhea like this before. Pain in my stomach, chest pain, like having a heart attack. This has been the worst experience I have ever had. Sure hope others read this before taking this medicine. It should be taken off the market."


"I am on Day 3 of 20mg Citalopram after a period of extreme anxiety and stress.  This is the worst day so far.  Exhausted. Headache. Diarrhea.  Nauseous. No appetite.  Shaking body.  No concentration.  Just feel awful.  I read from other reviewers that this will pass and to stick with this drug but I am having difficulty believing that it will.  My Doctor did say it would get worse before it got any better."


"I have been on Lo Loestrin for about 2 months. The first month I was on it my period was for like 8 days. It was light, though haven't gotten it yet this month. I really like it so far feel better not so crappy all the time. I would recommend this to everyone."


"I am rating this drug a 5 at this point because it has neither been a good experience, nor a bad one. Today is the 7 day mark for me. My weight has not budged since day one, but it's only a week in. I'm drinking a LOT more water and trying to make wise meal choices. I seem to get full with less food than before I started Belviq, but I am hungry most of the time. I am also on the brink of falling asleep all day long. I can't seem to really wake up, truly, until about 2:00 in the afternoon ('I'm up at 5:30 during the week).  I am hopeful based on what I've read online about the drug, but so far for me personally - no suppression of appetite, substantial reduction in energy level and no weight loss :O("


"For the past year and half I have been on Cymbalta. This medicine has made a significant amount of difference. It helps a lot with depression and nerve pain.

Working with a dedicated nurse practitioner and medical team they make a difference. She is a pleasure to work with and provides options for her patients.

The Cymbalta reduces the nerve pain. It helps with depression and anxiety. Thank you for the awesome recommendation and support."


"I have been taking 5mg norvasc for about a year then my doctor said to me to increase to 7.5 mg and thats when I started getting heart palpitations and headaches and blood pressure still was high around 147 /88 heart rate 69bpm. Then my doctor said take 5mg norvasc like before but add 2mg coversyl - that made me have palpitations very tired fatigued and out of breath, headaches and felt like someone is strangling me and felt anxious. Basically couldn't function so I went back to just 5mg and going to see cardiologist.  I feel like a guinea pig trying different medicine with no results. I'm still tired out of breath sometimes laboured breathing BP is still high, get cramps in stomach, I must have gone to hospital  and my doctor so many times."


"I'm approaching 16 years of age and I've been struggling with acne for 7 years. I've tried so many products, with disappointing results. January of last year (2013) my dermatologist prescribed me birth control pills (Tri-Previfem) in combination with 100 mg daily doxycycline hyclate. I was on doxycycline for 8 months and then in August I stopped taking due to the health risks. In combination with the birth control, my skin transformed. It took a long time to get my skin in shape but it was well worth it. It's been several months since I've been off of it, and my skin is better than ever. (I also continue to use Differin and benzoyl peroxide treatment daily) Highly recommend! (Note: in my experience, the nausea subsides after a few weeks)."


"I had dryness and inflammation of vaginal area due to post menopause. Also, I had stress incontinence and would leak a little urine whenever I sneezed.  And, I had a sore feeling around my urethra and frequently felt like I had a urinary tract infection, when I actually didn't.  All in all,  my general condition was miserable.  My gynecologist prescribed Premarin cream to be applied in a pea-sized amount to vagina entrance 3X per week.  I started feeling improvement within a few days, so I applied the small dosage every night in order to expedite the healing!  It took about 2 weeks to stop the stress incontinence (so nice!), and about 7 weeks to heal the vaginal area. Excellent!  I plan on using Premarin cream indefinitely."


"I started the patch a month ago I am still bleeding non stop really bad cramps , started having bad mood swings and it makes me wanna eat all day. I was on the depo shot before the patch I loved the shot way better.. I been off depo for a year and a half before I got on anything else my period just finally became normal but  they suggested the patch as a birth control cause I wasn't on anything .. but so far I absolutely hate it."


"DO NOT TAKE THIS!!! Have been taking it for a year and now I find out I am PREGNANT! Took it everyday at the same time. DOES NOT WORK!"


"I was using epiduo for about four days then realized that my face began to burn like I was sticking my face into a fire. So I just ignored it the first day it began to burn and though that maybe it was the soap that I used to clean my face before I applied epiduo, so I used a different soap and applied the face cream and it began to burn even more than before. I then just decided to stop using epiduo and my face continued to burn two days later. I do not recommend for anyone. Horrible experience."


"I injured my back in 99 and since have been on everything from morphine, oxy, Norco, dilaudid and on and on and never did I get good relief.  I would still wake up feeling like an old man with awful pain in my back.  I went on Fentanyl 25 mch and the difference was amazing.  It did take a bit, almost two days, for me to feel the full effect of the medication but I had bt pain meds that took care of it.  It is amazing how great it is to wake up in the morning and NOT have to reach for the pain pill, first thing!!"


"Found out I had chlamydia yesterday morning. I got the two pink pills and took them around 8pm and by 2am I had diaherra and gas, not too rough tho, easier than I thought since I read the side effects n got paranoid and freaked out lol so don't let this site scare u!!!!! Everyone is different."


"Unbelieveable. I thought I was living a normal life, until my doctor prescribed it for me the first time. It has been a miracle for me."


"This product caused sinus infections. It never brought any relief for me. Nasonex works for me. It stops my nose from running uncontrollably while outside."


"I have used this for a month and my skin is now fantastic!  I also saw a difference in 3 days.  I recommend this to anyone at any age who has this problem.  I wish I had this 20 years ago."


"Minocycline ruined my heath.  I took it for two months back in 1999 and have been dealing with repercussions ever since.  Within one month of taking it, I lost feeling in parts of my left leg, my feet went numb, I had such painful joint and muscle pain that I could hardly walk.  My wrists and hands hurt so bad that I couldn't brush my own teeth (Lupus).  I had to get a handicap tag because I could no longer walk more than a few yards.  These symptoms lasted for 9 more months.  Then lessened after some significant work to fix my gut and liver health (problems caused by the medicine).   I've been managing the damage caused by this dangerous drug for the past 19 years, healthy now for the most part but 2 months of mino ruined decades."


"I had the Skyla placed a month ago. My Doc said I would experience some slight cramping during insertion and light cramps throughout the evening. I haven't had children & have a tilted uterus; 2 odds against my favor. The doctor clamped my uterus, pulled it straight to allow for placement, & manually dilated my cervix with another tool. The pain was excruciating. I was so miserable that I was holding my breath (accidentally) & nearly passed out. She told me to take Ibuprofen for pain. After bawling my eyes out 45 mins driving home, I took Ibuprofen, but no help. I called the MD back and she said this was "okay" since I had a tilted uterus and never had children (bad answer). Now it's been in for a month & cramps are rare & tolerable."


"I have had insomnia, sometimes quite severe (couldn't sleep for 3-4 days, which is severe) and had been successfully taking 10mg of Ambien for the past 5 years, along with melatonin 5mg. Then it stopped working. I'd wake up after 2 hours of non-restful sleep.
  My Dr and I decided taking a vacation from Ambien might be helpful. I had tried lunesta first, before Ambien, years ago...and dreaded the awful taste.
   But hey, I have to sleep.
   The first weeks surprised me. I didn't get dazed or feel weird before falling asleep, like with Ambien. I just slept
   The downside is I wake achy and stay groggy, sleeping LONGER than I planned...so it is hard to get "up and at it."
    I'll take the sleep, though. Adding melatonin help"


"THE PAIN IS HORRIBLE! I hope that this is all worth it! The itching, and burning came less than a minute after inserting the Monistat 7. I've been rolling around in bed and crying because of the pain. Only get it if you are a tough girl. !!"


"My manias have definitely been 'filed down' so far....

Though I now have mixed states and anger is highly apparent during mania. Though I'm unsure if Lithium is to blame here for I've always had anger issues. But it seems more intense."


"7 months on this for anxiety and overall has been very effective. Significant insomnia, obvious decrease in libido. Back and forth on 10mg, then 20mg, and back to 10mg. I think 20mg is the best for me though. Recommend it but it does take a few weeks to level out and kick-in for sure."


"It's good."


"I'm on my 3rd pack of chateal and I just called my birth control provider to ask them if they could switch me to another pill. It's worked for me the last 3 months that I've been on it but with some side effects. Like really bad nausea, stomach pains, but the one that really bothered me was the acne. I usually have really clear skin and only get acne when I'm about to start my period but ever since I started taking these, I break out like crazy! I expect to see a new pimple right after taking a pill. They're always really bad ones too! Hopefully my next pill is better!"


"I was another mini pill and bled daily so went to the family planning clinic and they put me on this. Initially I went through the range of side effects including nausea, pmt etc but that was just for a couple of weeks. I have been on it for 5 months and it's fine. I still get a period but it's a lot lighter than it was before as I have a fibroid. I have unprotected sex and no issues so far."


"I take Extra Strength Voltaren gel 2.32% for RA pain. I purchase it OTC in Canada. It really is about the only thing that touches the pain. My wife however cannot stand the smell of it when I use it. She says it makes her short of breath. I have been using Voltaren for years and just this last June she complained loudly. I haven't used it since. Hence I can't sleep because of the pain. I do not smell much of anything besides the alcohol when it is drying."


"This works! I used to suffer, not now.  This brand works faster and provides more complete relief than other brands I've tried.  It even works if you didn't get to the migraine at the first sign of it."


"I was given inapsine for nausea during delivery by caesarian. While lying on the operating table I developed an extreme case of RLS, restless arms, actually, since my lower body was completely anesthetized. The only relief was flailing my arms and shaking them vigorously. I passed out shortly thereafter and that was the end of that. Fifteen years later I experienced somewhat extreme RLS and immediately recognized it as the same way my arms had felt during delivery (post-inapsine). The RLS continued for months and was likely due to taking sertraline. When I finally made the connection, I tapered off the sertraline and haven't had an episode since. Perhaps those who have RLS due to inapsine are more likely to have the same reaction to SSRIs."


"I've tried going on Yasmin twice before after being on different pills (I changed because of weight-gain), but never lasted more than 3 days on it because of the intense mood swings on it. This is the third time trying it and I'm just going on a week and I've never felt worse in my life. I get major mood swings, feel like I'm always on the verge of crying, getting easily irritated, getting jealous/paranoid and have a strange feeling of 'self-awareness'. I'm not happy and will be changing back to the previous pill as soon as possible. Seems to have worked well with others but for me, it's been a nightmare."


"It is definitely by far the best medicine for anxiety,and depression,it reduces them in a month by 90%.The downside is the stomach problem with the med.,it looks like never goes away..."


"I was put on this medication and taken off hydromorphone. It was horrible! I was given 50mg three times a day. I had hot flashes, restless leg syndrome, headaches and blurred vision. The blurred vision was so bad it was making me dizzy. It also made me so weak and washed out feeling that I could hardly make it through the day. I went back to my pain doctor to complain about this medication and she put me back on the hydromorphone which was working perfectly in the first place!"


"I loved this birth control at first , but after having it for about 2 years now . I have had nothing but a terrible experience . I have had TERRIBLE mood swings and TERRIBLE acne ! I will feel completely fine one minute , the next I am ready to fight someone or start an argument . I thought I was going crazy until reading other reviews ! DON'T RECOMMEND IT . But it does protect from pregnancy ."


"Was prescribed a paxil and wellbutrin combo twelve years ago, and the effects fell away over time. Dr kept wellbutrin, dropped paxil, and replaced paxil with a series of meds that increased anxiety, made concentration super hard, and I felt constantly nauseous. Starting tomorrow on only wellbutrin xr. I'll report back. I really need to feel better."


"I used Crestor for about 3 weeks before I started having muscle and joint pain. Then I began having horrible spasms in my muscles that would wake me every night. I called my doctors office and they told me to take 1/2 a pill every other day. I did as he suggested, but didn't get relief until taken off this medicine. It did however lower my numbers."


"Colonoscopy. Went to sleep right away then woke up ready to go after a soda. Worked great!"


"I am 43 years old. I have had three kids and am in Premenopause. I went from regular two and a half days period to a year and a half or irregular, heavy, cramping periods. I had the mirena inserted a month ago. I had to have a byopsy done. I had two doctors holding me down because there was no numbing.  I almost passed out from the pain. After recovering I slightly bled for a couple of days. A lot of cramping for a week after. A month later I cramped severely for a week and then started my period. I'm on day six. I'm exhausted more often, have trouble remembering things and have a hard time concentrating. I'm already on anti depressants which is probably a good thing. I'm willing to give this longer hoping I'll stop soon."


"I started using Norco about a year and a half ago.  At first it was for a legitimate reason, my lower back.  I had lumbar strains my entire life.  Sometimes a serious strain would incapacitate me for about a week.  So a friend of mine said I should go see this doctor of his because he'll prescribe Norco's.  Well, excited as I was to get them, I was even more excited I got a script for 100! I told myself 3 a day, no more or my tolerance will lower.  Before I knew it, I was on 8, sometimes 12 a day.  After 1 year, I couldn't get my script on time.  I was going to go in withdrawal.  On day 2 of Clonidine.  Soreness, like from a workout, is all I have felt.  Using the patch.  Best thing to happen since I started this behavior.  Ask your doc!"


"I was a heavy smoker for 33 years. I knew I couldn't give up without help, so I asked my Dr. for Champix prescription. I was really nervous after reading the side effects that could happen. Decided to try anyway. Stopped smoking on the 8th day. I have now been smoke free for 26 days. No serious side effects. This medication is amazing. I had tried so many times before but the cravings always got me. I would recommend it to anyone who is serious about quitting."


"I am 49 and have Bipolar II. Been on Seroquel 400 mg for one year. Initially very drowsy, restless legs, dry mouth and blocked nose, most side effects lifted after 3 months. This medicine controlled my racing thoughts, helped me concentrate (I thought I had ADD). Ironically, despite the drowsiness it lifted my extreme exhaustion (I used to have weekly Vitamin B injections because I was so tired). I no longer feel drowsy, managed not to gain weight with the help of a dietitian and an exercise program. I do get very hungry but refuse to give in to the hunger. I also take Wellburtin and Zoloft to help the depression, tearfulness and agitation. I would recommend Seroquel to Bipolar patients."


"OMG! Monistat 3 is bad! Upon insertion I'm thinking " yeah relief!" NO! This stuff burns sooooo badly . I mean the degree of burning and itching was unreal, and I've has 3 babies, naturally and have never experienced something like this. Just get to a Dr if possible because this cream isn't worth all the pain at all! DON'T DO IT"


"I am 19 years old and was looking for a birth control that was easier for me because I am lazy when it comes to taking pills and forgetful so the patch ultimately would work better with my schedule. I was really nervous trying it out because of some reviews. I jut finished my first month with the patch which I've heard it's the hardest and for me it was really easy. I haven't noticed any mood swings or any other side effects thankfully. I place the patch on my butt-cheek and I would say the very first time I put it on I automatically started feeling cramps on my tailbone and I have also noticed that my hands are super dry like extremely dry now and I got a few rash on my hands as well. Other than that I like the patch."


"Is been good so far lots of strengh at the gym more energy and a better sex drive"


"After switching my medications three times, Xanax by far have made the most difference. Definitely works!"


"I had Paragard inserted 3 days ago. I am going on 25 years of age & never had children. I was very nervousness before getting the inserstion because I kept reading reveiws online over & over again. My experiemce went better than I expected because 1.) I went during my period, 2.) I took 3 ibuprofen ms (200 mg each) an hour before my appointment & 3.) I took .10 mg (2 pills) of the generic form of Xanax, also an hour before the appointment. It's just an intense cramping feeling, & I goes by quick, like 5 minutes. In my case the doctor

attempted to insert it twice because the first time, my uterus contracted. Still

Cramping off/on but it's okay. It should setting after 2 weeks so at least use back up until your follow up visit!"


"Just started using Cymbalta. I am a male 38 years old. Own my own business and pretty much lost desire to do anything. Life just seems to be really tough inside of me. I hope I can find some good results."


"A few weeks ago decided to go off lithium because I felt "fine".....bad decision.  I went right into a severe manic state.  Paranoid, delusional, severe anger.  Back on lithium and all is well again.  Only side effects for me are extreme thirst/dry mouth and sore joints.  I take 450 mg ER twice a day.  Lithium allows me to go to work every day, pay my bills and enjoy life in general.  Highly recommend."


"Ive read many times how Lithium has effected people with its side effects. Me, also. My specialist change me to QUILONUM SR. It is a slow release Lithium and 100 times better.  No upset stomach, no thirst cravings. Still same rules, eg don't be in the sun, don't over do any exercise or perspiring.  Its still Lithium salts, same precautions.  But I am back onto a normal Lithium as my dose changed, and the SR can't be cut in half. The standard Lithium is playing around with my stomach, yes, I'm thirster BUT I eat more.  I eat sweet things on it. I'm on both SR and Standard."


"I have had eczema my whole life. I started using Dupixient about 3-4 months ago and saw significant results within a few weeks. Recently however, the redness and itchiness has been returning and I am concerned. I read in the studies that 20% of the patients in the trial saw results initially (within 3-4 months) but then developed an immunity to the drug so that it was no longer effective. I hope that this is not the case for me. Hoping this is just a minor flare up."


"I just started taking 50 mg after 10 mg of celexa wasn't keeping the panic at bay. First few days I felt my head clear and the negative thoughts slip away. By day 5 I'm feeling out of sorts, afraid and a bit emotional. I'm cutting down to 25 mg but hoping this will all pass. I'm really hoping for the medicine to give me my life back but worried about side effects."


"I had bad reaction from Ritalin so I was given Strattera. Strattera gave me and still gives me a nauseous feeling, I always take it with food and after driving to avoid this side effect as much as possible. At times it gives me head aches and irritability due to me feeling off. It is very effective in controlling my hyperactivity. I am much more attentive. Its benefits out weigh its current side effects, I recommend talking to your doctor and to keep trying new medicines to find out what works best for you. I gave it a 6/10. Its expensive, $140ish"


"I am a 64 year old woman. I had suffered depression and anxiety for many years especially since early hysterectomy. I dealt with it and functioned. A smiling depressive. I needed to have a firm talk to myself to force me to socialise with colleagues who never knew the struggle. I could become an emotional wreck when alone over a TV advert. I started citalopram. In the beginning bizarre unpleasant dreams were disturbing. But they settled. Things have definitely improved. I still suffer from anxiety, fatigue & insomnia. However that overwhelming feeling of hopelessness of waiting for god as it were has left me. I can take pleasure out of things without wanting to cry. Life is certainly improved since commencing the drug."


"This birth control has come with a couple side effects for me but overall I think it's completely worth it and the side effects are minor and can be controlled. I've been on it for about 1.5 months. This drug gives me no nausea whatsoever, and I have an extremely sensitive stomach. One side effect is it makes me break out a bit. I haven't had acne for several years now but a couple weeks into taking this pill I did start getting bumps. The breakouts aren't too bad though. Only other thing is I've noticed my appetite increase quite a bit. I normally don't get hungry till 10-11 AM but the pill makes me starving the second I wake up and I can consume more food. So just watch your weight while you're on it if that's something you struggle with."


"I was taking 25mg  topomax twice a day now I switched to Trokendi XR 50mg time capsules. The new meds seem to help a lot longer I had to skip a month of Trokendi and go back to topomax for insurance coverage reasons and ended up with a two day major migraine. I had to take a second dose of Imitrex for the first time. Now I'm back on Tronkendi XR all I needed a second approval from neurologist for my insurance. Wish me luck fellow head ache sufferers . God help us."


"I get extreme motion sickness. Cannot even drive without making myself sick on occasion, while I am driving. So you can imagine when we go to Disney land with the kids I end up waiting for my kids to ride the rides. Until I was given a prescription for Transderm-Scop. This stuff works. I've been deep sea fishing, universal studios in Orlando to their roller coaster park, sailing and everything that normally I couldn't participate in doing with my kids and family. This definitely works. Changed my life and now I am able to experience all the Dunn with kids face to face - side by side."


"I started my son on guanfacine 1mg at night. He was 7. This is after trying a Prozac/ clonodine mix to treat his ADHD, which I hated because all my kid did was sleep. With the guanfacine, which is the generic for intuniv, he is doing great!! The 1mg at night didn't work well though. After all the adjustments I made, I ended up giving him a 1 mg in the morning and a 2 mg at night. This combo works great and my kid does not sleep all day. In fact, he hardly naps-he has made friends in school and is doing great!!"


"I was weary about taking Saphris, but it immediately helped with feelings of anxiety and depression.  I feel more confident now and my thinking is less muddled."


"I have only used this medication for about 5 days and have seen immediate results. My feet were so dry, they were cracking. I no longer have any cracks and the peeling is much better."


"I took this pill for about 4 months before I was switched to Portia (which is the same thing) by my pharmacist. I liked this pill. My periods are so light which is nice because I have always had heavy periods! No acne and no weight gain. As much as I liked this pill, I did have mood swings at the beginning, but by the end of taking Altavera I was fine!"


"This BC took some getting used to, the first month I had an extremely long period. Some irregular bleeding here and there, but only 3 pound weight gain. Anxiety got better then got worse, and now I have pretty much no sex drive and I'm always angry. My emotions seem to be x10. I have random periods throughout the pack, looks like I'm having two periods this month. Some periods were really light, now they're getting heavier and longer. My acne has cleared up, and I have not gotten pregnant, or gained much weight."


"If you want something to control your panic attack for a short period of time this is perfect. It's only meant to be used for a few weeks. Its very addicting so watch out."


"I was diagnosed with ADD in elementary school.  I have taken 3 different kinds of ADD medication and Daytrana has worked the best BY FAR! Strattera made me feel weird as a child.  Adderall was terrible for me! I was mean and agitated easily, got headaches a lot, just an all around bad experience for me.  I had taken Daytrana in high school and liked it, so when I went home for Christmas break from my first semester at college and told my mom I wanted back on medication  I quit taking adderal, but NEEDED something bad! I went back on Daytrana have been on it for a year and half now and I made the Athletic Presidential Honour Roll for my conference! Daytrana= miracle and a yes, for all ADD people!"


"White oblong marked 377 I found completely ineffective for relief of my back pain where the white oval marked ouyl 101 was very effective in managing my pain I don't understand how they can call it the same drug I'm no expert here but I would think the potential for catastrophic results exists in such situations"


"Ok- I have tried many things to quit smoking  and patches helped me a lot! However even with them I have failed. One thing left to try was chantix, and I was thinking it will make a huge difference! (It did for my friend)!
I have been for 3 weeks on Chantix and had no desire to quit smoking whatsoever! I smoked a pack and half even the third week! I had vivid dreams (but I always do) and I had constipation (which I never have)! No other side effect /that I was aware off! And really my smoking pleasure was the same!
I stopped taking the pill! I felt I gave it a long enough try! I am sure it works for some people but it did nothing for me! And I was scared of the damage it was doing to my body!

Now I am smoke free-cold turkey!"


"I have been taking Contrave for almost two months.  I am a 50 year old 5'2" woman that started out at 155 lbs.  Since starting I have lost 11 lbs.  I had I think all the side effects.  A week of severe nauseousness.  No throwing up just wouldn't eat anything without a stomach ache. Before I started Contrave I drank up to six cans of pop a day and now do not even crave it.  I had headaches for about a week and constipation.  Now almost two months in and I feel better.  I really feel this is a great diet pill.  I only have 9lbs to go to my goal weight."


"Have been dealing on a daily basis with a chronic low grade anxiety and lethargy / tiredness"


"Great medicine for controlling pain/chronic pain.

non addictive.the nclenal stands for Nicene which is arcane.an opioid & drug overdose reversal medication.

it works by blocking opioid and other addictive medications from building up in cells/body.

as talwin contains small amounts of opioid

the amazing thing about this medication is while using for chronic pain, it took away all mental urges or desires to think about drinking alcohol.which I had stopped yrs before but had that mental desires or thoughts too drink.Cravings so to say.it may have same long term result for addicts who crave other drugs..amazing!

An important fact that is not a warning from drug co.is .it blocks relax meds before procedures su.colonoscopy, relax medication.scary"


"I've been on this medicine for 4 months, I thought that I just started having symptoms since I've been bleeding for almost 2 weeks, n I'm a week from my actual period.. But I've lost weight, moody, depression a lot, but the bleeding I can't take..."


"I struggled with symptoms of depression/anxiety since childhood, something that was the result of a naturally sensitive disposition, family history and a history of bullying and self-worth issues.

I took this medication for 2 years and it was the only one that I could tolerate well that worked. I had previously been on Lexapro, Prozac, Cymbalta, and Wellbutrin, which I had to discontinue due to seizures, though it was effective.

This medication, along with psychotherapy and a lot of work put into rebuilding a social network, helped me recover from very persistent depression. I still struggle with anxiety from time to time but it's nothing major. It gave me the momentum to keep going during a very challenging period of my life."


"I was diagnosed with ADHD in 06 and I found out in order to have ADHD as an adult you had to have it as a child so I look back on my childhood in Real Life 4 did have ADHD as kid but never got treatment for it because my mom didn't believe any mental illness so I didn't start treatment with the ADHD until 2006 I was placed on Ritalin but I found it to be ineffective and then I stopped treatment and I started treatment up again a few months ago and I was giving our all and I found it to be very effective working but with 2 major side effect keeps me awake and constipation , but outside of those two it works wonderfully."