"I was on Sprintec for just over a week, back in February, and I had the worse allergic reaction ever. I had very bad abdominal pain to the point I couldn't move and had to go to the ER, due to not knowing what was wrong. They attempted a pelvic exam and couldn't even do that because it was so painful due to inflammation in the lower area. This is the first birth control I've ever been on and I'm honestly afraid to try another one."


"Got diagnosed with bipolar disorder three months ago, and started on Seroquel 50 mg at night. It has helped me a lot, and I feel like a totally different person (in a good way - I've suffered for 10 years!). At first I just thought I was in a "normal" phase (not manic or depressive) - but the depressions usually sneaks up on me after a few weeks when I've felt normal before. Not had any side-effects, other than restless legs syndrome, but I've had that before, so it wasn't a biggie. This side-effect has also almost disappeared after a few months. Was so scared of weight gain, but I watched what I eat, and work out a lot, instead I've gotten skinnier and healthier. Thumbs up! I got my life back!
"


"I've been on 10 mg for about three months and I am feeling pretty good except I'm having trouble sleeping.  My paranoia and suspicion are still real bad.  I will be asking for an increase and starting dbt therapy!!!  I'm excited feeling it....."


"Osteoarthritis in knee (severe under knee cap only - mild to moderate elsewhere). Doctor tried everything, did not believe in "long term pain medicines" would rather do total knee replacement. Since I am only 40 I found another Doctor, he believes people who are in pain 24/7 need pain medicines 24/7. Put me on Kadian, WOW, marathon anybody??"


"I'm a 20 year old girl who was on this medicine. I was on it for about a year until my doctor said to take a break for about a month or two and then I could consider going back on it (she said to take a break from the phentermine essentially, and my pocket needed a break too) Starting in June of 2015 I was 212 pounds, now in December 2016 I am 160 pounds. Now, I can't say I got the full benefit of it because with being busy in school I don't have that much time to exercise as much as I'd like, or eat what is best. But, it curbed my appetite SIGNIFICANTLY. And that was definitely my problem, the snacking. This medicine changed my life for the best, it helped me get that boost I needed to start losing weight, and to keep the weight off."


"I was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder and major depressive disorder about 9 months ago. I tried to go without medication but constantly just felt out of control. I had no motivation or interest in anything. I decided somewhat hesitantly to go on Celexa. Looking back 5 months later I can't believe how much my life has improved. I feel like myself again. There was never even a hint of cloudiness or that "drugged up" feeling. I just feel like me! The only side effect I really noticed was excessive yawning for the first two weeks or so and a little bit of lethargy when I switched from 20 to 40 mg. Other than that I have nothing but positive things to say!"


"I have been taking Elavil for several weeks now and the only side effect I have had is the dry mouth. I would rather deal with that than the migraines which I must say have been dormant for weeks now and I am so happy."


"The only downside of this drug is that it is quite often administered over a significant number of days - so be prepared to visit the outpatients dept for maybe 50 consecutive days.

Have had no side effects - bears no comparison with traditional chemotherapy drugs. No sickness - no hair loss - no mouth sores - no neutropenia!"


"I was given Pro-air Respiclick by my pharmacy instead of HFA shortly after it came out because they had a coupon that gave me a better price. During a bad bout of seasonal allergies I found that the Respiclick gave me little-to-no relief, even when used every 4 to 6 hours. I have used Pro-air HFA for years for similar symptoms. I'll definitely be switching back.
(BTW, a family member with COPD also tried Respiclick and found it less effective than the HFA)."


"My 16 month old daughter was prescribed this for an ear infection, her first ear infection ever. She's never been on antibiotics before. This drug is tearing up her insides. We're on day four of ten and I'm not giving it to her anymore. Going to the dr today for other options. She's been crying, screaming, writhing with stomach pain and I feel like the cure is FAR worse than the ear infection!!! Wish I'd known how strong it was before I picked it up. Horrible!!!"


"I'm 14 and I started taking it about 1 1/2 weeks ago. At first. my acne got really bad. All of the pimples were coming to the surface. Now, after almost two weeks, I don't have any acne. Warning: Don't start taking this a few days before a big event! Take it about 3 weeks before so all of your acne will be gone. Also, don't take this if you are going to be out in the sun for a long time. I had to learn this the hard way. It makes your skin sun sensitive."


"I can not get over the nausea that starts after the first chug. I know I have to try to plug my nose and swallow. Tried the variations of liquid with it and this being my third, nothing helps. I resist puking as long as possible. I went the entire day on clear liquids, until after that first bottle. Yup. I ate four crackers. That did help some as the taste left is absolutely awful.
I would rather take any pill (in any combination of pills) than drink this!!
GI Specialists, please listen. We take time out of our busy lives to actually Share & Voice our concerns and opinions.
We want a different choice. Why??
THE TASTE MAKES US PUKE.
The taste does not go away.
This impedes proper preparation and care. We deserve better."


"I have taken oxycodone for 2 years now. I had back surgery to repair a vertebrae that had been destroyed by cancer. I was on morphine for a while, but my wife complained that I was loopy on it. The oxycodone has been much better in that regard as well as pain relief. I take 40mgs twice a day and am very happy with the results."


"I had an absence of periods for 6  months, I'd be lucky to get one period a year. I thought something was really wrong with me and I was freaked out. Luckily I did a 10-day hormone therapy thing and then got put on birth control. You will also feel crappy the day after you take your first pill. It's normal, your body isn't used to it so you will feel crappy. I had such a bad headache that I had to leave work early. But besides that, Sprintec has been great for me! I have a period at the end of every month, for some reason it's the THURSDAY I start the white pills. The only side effect I've had is a yeast infection because my body wasn't used to the increase in estrogen."


"After my doctor prescribed Edluar 10MG due to my complaint of only getting 4-5 hours sleep because of the pain I have been experiencing.
I now get a full 7-8 hours sleep.  I awaken feeling refresh.  I do not feel tired.  I feel a lot better than before.  I was having a very difficult time sleeping past 5 hours since November 2009.
"


Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

"I'm baffled as to why bupropion is helpful with orthostasis, but for me, it has been. I can confirm that now because my doctor took me off it in case it was contributing to hypertensive spikes (--I have hyperadrenergic POTS). I don't know about that, and especially because I'm on a new beta blocker too, but I'm back to that slightly sweaty, slight swaying feeling when I stand, and my standing pulse pressure (difference between systolic and diastolic figures) narrows more now with standing."


"I've been taking meloxicam now for 2 months. I have found that it does a lot better job on my inflammation than piroxicam. It doesn't completely take the pain away, but the advantages of taking the medication make it a worthwhile addition to my therapy."


"On my 5th week so just starting 3.0, felt a bit of nausea but nothing huge. I had awful burping which included acid egg taste.  I've used lots of pepto that happened a few times.  I've lost 10 pounds but really haven't  stuck to any diet plan - I am just not hungry.  I eat and become full very fast.  I feel I have just started to realize what my full feels like and really pay attention to full button. I'm on vacation for three weeks and I hope to eat better and walk due to my hectic schedule I haven't been able to dedicate myself to this...I do see how it can work if you do what you are suppose to. I'm 5"10 was 288lb...female...will keep updating...Good luck !!"


"This was my third colonoscopy, and first time using Suprep. For my first two, I did the Miralax + Laxative prep. I was instructed to take the first dose at 4pm the day before my procedure, then wake up at 4am and take the 2nd dose (9:15am procedure time). I ended up staying up late and taking the 2nd dose at 1:30am. It tastes horrible, like salty, diluted cherry cough syrup. The saltiness was the worst. I made sure the Suprep was cold, and drank in through a straw. With Suprep there is less volume to drink, I also noticed that I had NO cramping. I did have a bad headache the night before my procedure. I couldn't finish the 2nd dose completely, but everything was coming out clear. I would recommend Suprep over other preps."


"For some reason the stinging only happens to me when I use it at night. To avoid the stinging I now use it in the morning after I shower and towel off.  The day I use it, I don't wear clothes that I worry about staining.  Drysol has worked fantastic for years under my arms.  I now only have to use it about once a week.  Unfortunately, no matter how I use it on my feet it hasn't helped them."


"Genuinely hate this medicine! The side effects of dry mouth and a terrible taste (even though pills are coated) make it impossible not to drink extra water.  Drinking extra water caused me to wake to pee in the middle of the night every night. One night I was so groggy & out of it - feeling really drugged - I fell and hit my head, shoulder & elbow. In the week I took Lunesta, I never got more than 4-5 hours sleep & each night to use the bathroom.  My sleep tracker showed little REM. Dry mouth was constant day & night. I never woke refreshed once & always felt like I had a residual “hangover” of a drugged feeling in the AM. I took Lunesta because Ambien seemed to stop working for me. I took it years ago & couldn’t remember why I disliked it."


"I have been on Zetia for a number of years.   The retail price has now gone over the  one thousand dollar amount for a three month suppy.  $12 for each tiny capsule.  What is the deal.  My dr. has recently told me to take one every other day to cut the cost.   I am on social security and have a good RX policy....but it still costs me over $5.50 in cash.  That is prohibitive for a drug that has been on the market for years and years.  I think the makers of it are out of their minds.   My last refill the retail was $899.  Please tell  WHY has it gone up almost $200."


"This medicine works well. Has a terrible taste, but got rid of the smell and my discharge is starting to look better. I am on day 5, and I have had a few symptoms. Spinning sensation, nausea, darkened urine, metallic and dry mouth, frequent bowel movements."


"I have been taking vimpat with topimax for over 6 months and it's terrible. It makes me nauseas, I feel high after taking it, i have double vision, and it hasn't even touched my seizures. It's been causing severe depression as well. My doctor just keeps increasing the topimax."


"60% improvement in pain. 20 years with Fibromyalgia. 46 old female. 110 lbs. Have not seen one mention of thoughts of death or suicide. I experienced this at the 25mg 2X/day. Experience less depression and crying less though. Found
myself singing at times and noticed pain not as intense and it was normally extreme. Less neuropathy. Had night sweats. Feeling extreme cold especially hands and feet. Had no drive and wanted to just sit or lay down and not complete or attempt chores. Could not focus and forgetful.
I was on Elavil before that made me feel like a zombie but did help with mobility but not so much for pain. The doctor wants me off Savella in two days because of the suicidal thoughts. Says he can't help and sending to pain management."


"My son had a fever of 104 degrees, he experienced chills and the whole nine. Within 1 - 2 doses he was back to himself. After the first does he instantly changed."


"It doesn't work. Waste of money. I should have gone for the generic brand. It said just one spray but I do 3 sprays and still doesn't work. I like the new flavor though but it says to spit out after 15 seconds. Sometimes I accidentally swallow some. Hope it's not dangerous."


"Have suffered gout attacks for 40 years.  Taking the prescribed dosage resulted in diahorea after three days.  Now I take a single 500mcg tablet for one or two days at the first sign of an attack .  This proves effective with no side effects.  It also means I need to keep a supply of colchicine at hand."


"I've been taking nortriptyline for about two years now. The medicine is a God send for the icepick headaches, also improves my mood. "


"I got the implant about a year And 3 Months ago! A couple of days after I got it I would cry on the daily for no reason! It stopped about a month after! My period stopped completely a couple of month after I got it too! I noticed that ever since I got it I started to get pretty bad acne which I had never really bad in my face chest and back! I had occasional pimples and black heads. But after I got this I had constant breakouts and even worse cystic acne under the skin which is extremely painful! I will say I loved not having my period! And it did the job even though I only had sex once while on it! I'm getting it removed tomorrow and i hope it atleast helps me start to get rid of this acne"


"I take Prevacid everyday it helps me a lot before I couldn't even get out of my house now I can do things I love."


"I have worked in nursing most of my adult life.  I live with chronic arthritic low back pain.  My doctor started me on Hydrocodone 7.5/500 three times daily.  This worked well for a while, but it seems I built a tolerance to it.  My dosage was increased to 10/325mg four times daily.  I have never liked the fact I must take medicines just to function, so I would try to avoid taking them, which would only make the pain nearly unbearable.  Now I try to take them routinely so the pain does not get too out of control and it works very well."


"I tried this drug as part of a clinical trial for my 9 year old son. On the second night of taking the medicine he woke up having an over 7 minute seizure and stopped breathing during one of the clusters. His seizures were lasting 1 to 2 minutes prior and he has never stopped breathing. I had to call 911 which I've never had to do before. It was very scary. We have dropped out of the trial. I'm disappointed I was hoping this would help us as well as others."


"I've been on Zoloft for 3 months now. Initially, I suffered from side effects such as shivering, loss of appetite, drowsiness, and insomnia. These symptoms lasted for about three days. I was scared at first and planned on trying another medication for anxiety. However, I called my cousin who is a nurse and she told me to try cutting the pill in half. I took my cousins advice and cut the pill in half, taking only 25mg a day which works really well for me.I'm 5'4, 130lbs. I no longer suffer from anxiety, after taking Zoloft that I realized that I was suffering from depression. Zoloft alleviates my anxiety and has greatly helped with my depression, I now feel more happy and motivated to do things right away without procrastinating. Life changer!"


"I have horrible monthly cramps and this is the ONLY thing that works. I can still function and pain is gone when I take it. I also get migraines - this works great for them."


"I started my hepatitis treatments on Nov 15th of this year.. I have had some bad side effects.  Diarrhea, nauseous alot, muscle aches and headaches. I just found out that the Insurance company only paid for the first month of treatments. I don't know what's going to happen now because I no longer have insurance.  But I would rather go thru the side effects than get no treatments at all"


"Contrave is the best medicine for weightloss! it is not a magic pill by far by if you put in the work ( exercising and portion control) you will see the maximum results. I started in April 2016 295 pounds. As of August 2016 I am down 35 pounds & going. This is the first medication I have had that works for me and I absolutely love the scale down program. you really have to weigh everyday in order to WIN! i recommend this medication to anyone struggling with weight and need some assistance to get rolling. The first week was just a few headaches adjusting to the medicine but the only side effect i continue to have is constipation which  my doctor provided for me take senna to release. TRY TRY TRY and pass it on to anyone that it may help."


"I'm 19 and have never had children. I had Kyleena placed yesterday (9/27/2017). It hurt like crazy, but I have a very low pain tolerance. The cramps I had last month from my menstruation had me pass out twice, and the cramps from getting Kyleena almost put me under, too. I was sore for the rest of yesterday, and was grateful that my night class was cancelled. I took a 30 minute nap right after the procedure, but it took until this morning for me to feel any sort of normal.

Today has been fine. No cramps, no bleeding, just some small headaches that went away with ibuprofen or a nap. However, ever since I got Kyleena, I've been snacking non-stop. Watch out.

Will update."


"I've been on Toprol XL for 15 years ..started on 50 mg once per day then dropped to 25 mg ..experienced symptoms again then was changed to bystolic but only for a short time ..the doc said toprol was more for my problem so changed back and now on toprol xl 50 mg per day again ..I tried the generic 4 times and always have to take the brand .The genetic didn't work for me after the fourth day of trying it...but now I have severe dizziness floating and faint feeling spells that are worser with my period and noticed my blood pressure getting very low when resting 87/54 or 85/58...so I'm debating on going back to 25 mg per day ..anyone had this experience with Toprol xl?"


"Took Miralax Stool Softener the day before and the day of. Avoided solid food both days. I took my first dose at 5 pm. Added chilled water to the mixture. Swigged lemon-lime soda and spit in between gulps, which helped. Drank my two glasses of water immediately. Nothing happened until 2 am, and then there was a lot of action for about an hour to an hour and a half. Took my second dose at 5 am. Immediate action for about an hour and a half. The taste and viscosity weren't pleasant, but were no worse than other preps I've had. Time passed pretty quickly playing games on my iPad."


"This is the best medicine I've ever used for my constipation. I also have irritable bowel syndrome."


"I've had nexplanon for a little over 2 months now and I'm almost 4 months postpartum. The past two months have been the worst. I'm always moody, can't control my attitude. The bleeding has been horrible and basically nonstop. In two months I have gone a total of 4 days without bleeding. I went through a pack and a half of pads in a week. Dropped from a size 14 to a size 9 in a week cause I had no will to eat. My arm burns at random. I have developed random numbness in my arm and the occasional chest pain along with a constant headache. I go the 29th for a consultation about having it removed. I would honestly rather swap to a different birth control and take my chances with getting pregnant again then stay on this."


"My son had a cold sores out break, got a Zovirax cream as treatment. It works well but the cream ran out before cold sore. I paid $14 for a tube 2g of Zovirax, the amount of cream not even cover 3 days treatment. The tube with a size of lips sunscreen but the amount of cream inside is ridiculously tiny. Such a ripoff, please consider low income consumer with your products."


"I have had depression since I was a child but I didn't start getting help for it until I was 19. I have tried Prozac and Celexa which did nothing for me and then my doctor asked me if I have ever heard of a medicine called Seroquel XR. I started out on 50mg and then worked my way up to 300mg. The only side effects for me were weight gain and drowsiness but the drowsiness went away after a couple of months of using this medicine. Overall I really like this medicine. It has helped me tremendously!"


"I was prescribed Aldara for internal gw. When I finally found a doctor to acknowledge that they existed internally, they were bad. They almost looked like fingers. I say this to make the point that I had a serious case of them. I was put on Aldara for three times a week until 16 weeks. This was the most painful experience I have ever had in my life. I cried in pain for the first several weeks. The itching was almost unbearable in and of itself. I also got very severe ulcers around the treatment sight. I found it helpful to take an allergy pill for the itching and melatonin to help me to sleep with the pain. All that being said, after 16 weeks my gw problem was 90 percent gone.I was given another month's worth for the last remaining few."


"I have a new lease on life now that I'm able to show my face without being painfully self-conscious.  For decades I was afflicted with hideous eruptions on my nose.  They were either big zits or small boils.  My nose is permanently scarred.  The doc said it was Rosacea and prescribed "doxy."  Follow the instructions carefully.  Don't lie down after you take it.  Drink plenty of water.  Don't eat for at least an hour.  Don't take calcium supplements for 2-3 hours.  I've had no obvious side effects.  Being fair-skinned, I've always been sensitive to the sun, so the sun-sensitivity side effect is nothing unusual."


"I've had terrible,recurrent thrush for about a year. My doctor isn't overly intersted,kept just giving me Canestan pessaroes and creams.

I tried Fluconozole but it made my thursh even worse.

I'm miserable with it. Trying diet,lifestyle and going back to the doctor.  Here's hoping it clears up. Wish the same for everyone else struggling with it too."


"I have had a lot of success with Phentermine 37.5mg The first time was 3 years ago when I lost 30 pounds in 2 months.  I am 5'3 and weighed 180 and after 2 months on Phentermine I was at 150.  This time I am 45 years old and started out at 165 and after 1 month weigh 150 so I have lost 15 pounds which is the same rate I lost the weight before.  I do take the pill early in the morning around 6am if I do not I do experience insomnia.  I get full very fast after only taking a few bites of something I am done or I become nauseous.  Phentermine has also caused me to have a dry mouth you just have to drink a lot of water which is good for you anyway.  All and all my experience has been very good.  It does really work.  Just have a physical first"


"I've only had 2 hot flashes since I started this. What a HUGE relief!"


"I've suffered from acne for about 7 years and finally decided to go to the doctors about it. It was the best decision I've ever made. I've been on this drug for just over a month along with a cream I use every night (duac). My skin has cleared up dramatically. It has been amazing. I've experienced no side effects from using the drug but I know everyone is different. It has seriously changed my life"


"Been on this medicine for almost one month not quite sure if its working 100% yet but I feel quite well. Hands still have tingly feeling, but I'm able to work and walk good just have to keep faith! It does burn as being injected other than that I just pray it works well."


"This worked great for me!!"


"Well on the good side I'm not pregnant so yeah its efficient, but it irritates me sometimes and I get my period for about a month and then it goes away for like two weeks and lasts forever... I'm getting off of it. Also, I've gained like 10 pounds."


"Never been so happy to receive my period however I had nothing but a positive expierience from this pill .. spotting came in about a week from the day I took it and honestly I do believe it works ,didn't have much side affects just a few headaches here and there and a bit of nausea but with just a little patience and some reassurance that everything will be ok, The waiting wasn't so bad ,but results do come so ,  DONT STRESS just let the pill do its job !"


"I'm very frustrated.  I gained so much weight on Seroquel, but felt great.  But, I continued to gain weight so switched to Latuda.  I'm miserable.  I cannot sleep, which of course makes everything worse. I've tried it for a week and am having to switch back now. I hope I can find something eventually that helps me sleep and feel stable, but I don't gain weight."


"I've had extremely bad heartburn for several years. While I don't experience reflux the chest pain and throat/sinus pain are all consuming. I can no longer tolerate this pain. I've been on a diet of mostly rice, applesauce, oatmeal, lean protein and an occasional veggie. Everything including water gives me heartburn all day/everyday.  It appears I have Nutcracker Esopgagus or esophageal spasms. Two weeks ago I received an esophageal Botox injection which is meant to relax the esophagus, thus reduce spasms. I've experienced no relief. I had this same procedure six months ago and enjoyed nearly 3 months heartburn free!  I believe it's failed this time. I tried Prevacid 15mg OTC and experienced 25% improvement. Suggestions?"


"I have been taking Yasmin birth control since I'm 15.
There was a few times where I had stopped taking it because -life- couldn't afford it at a younger age and I am SO forgetful
I have 2 kids but I wasn't taking the birth control at those times. From me taking the pill till getting pregnant took about a year.!
Both times
I started taking it again recently and I've been losing weight. I have lost 10lbs.

It doesn't cause acne.
I don't feel lazy or drained taking it

I do recommend this birth control I think it works great, from regulating a period to not getting pregnant!"


"I've read many people have been gaining weight from this drug.  This is why it is SO important you care about your health from day one and it should be a part of your lifestyle and regimen, no matter what.  This way, whatever the side effects are of the medicine, you're on top of your game and won't get hit as hard.

I've been on many bipolar medications which make you gain weight, but I barely noticed because I work out and eat very healthy.  It's of utter importance that you lay down a solid, healthy foundation before and during therapy.  The healthy lifestyle will also make the medicine work better.  It's common sense."


"You know, I have to say that reading most these reviews scared me but I went ahead and took Tri-Sprintec anyway after being automatically switched from Tri-Cyclen Lo and I am not experiencing any side effects. I don't even notice a difference so my advice to other people is to try it out and not base your opinion on these reviews because each women's body will react differently to any prescription medicine and you will never know if it's a fit for you until you give it a try."


"It's kind of a good birth-control but my period last at least a month or more and my periods are heavy the whole time and it's draining me "


"I have tried low dose doxycycline and Periostat to treat ocular rosacea but both cause me to have a severe headache which does not go away. Only Oracea, unfortunately, with time-release doxycycline, keeps the dosage constant enough to avoid headaches. However, I no longer have pain and a feeling of "grittiness" in my eyes.

Insurance covers some of cost (generic)"


"I loved Tri-Sprintec. It cleared my acne, my periods were regular, no cramping. I even recommend my friends to try it. I'm so glad Tri-Sprintec worked for me."


"This cream is effective if you have a good skincare routine, and if you are committed and patient. I am 15 and I have used BP, Retin-A (tretinoin), Erythromicyn-BP, Doxycycline and countless other topical creams. Out of all of them, adapalene is my favorite. I have extremely sensitive and combination skin, so using topical creams always makes my skin a lot worse before I start seeing the good results. I have a lot of cystic acne due to stress from school and athletics. Adapalene has helped reduce the frequency and size of these cysts, as well as other acne I get from my period and bad eating habits. I have 3 tips for you: cleanse your skin, moisturize and use sunscreen when you go out. Be patient, everything gets worse before it gets better"


"I've experienced major depression along with high anxiety. Lexapro has been FANTASTIC for me in helping to get rid of my depression AND helping my anxiety significantly. I've tried Prozac, and compared to the two Lexapro has given me much less side effects, has not interacted with other drugs I take, works faster, and has given me my life back. Overall, I think anyone who is suffering with depression, but also has high anxiety can definitely benefit from this drug. It's been great for me and I think it's worth a shot for anyone who isn't having much luck with other SSRIs."


"Finally something that works! I tried 4 different birth controls which caused nothing but problems. I finally switched to Mirena at my doctor's recommendation. Insertion wasn't painful at all. I got the numbing shot and felt absolutely nothing! It was a quick 15 minutes and I was done. I had constant spotting for about 3 weeks which was annoying but the bleeding stopped and now I'm so happy with it! Not having to worry about taking something every day is amazing and I'm very happy I switched!"


"This birth control may not work for everyone but it worked for me.  I was having terrible cramps and after taking trivora they were much better. I also did not notice any changes in my mood like I had with other types of birth control."


"I originally found out about Qsymia through my Endocrinologist who told me he had numerous patients who had success with the medication and that it could turn my health situation around. I have been on the medication for about 4 months now and have lost a total of 34 pounds. My insurance is covering the medication so it keeps the cost very manageable. The only side effects I've had is a different taste on carbonated beverages and a little tiredness for the first few weeks. Outside of that this medication has helped me finally make strides toward getting to a healthy weight."


"I am 23 years old and since I was 17 I have been battling acne. I tried every over the counter gels, creams and washes from Neutrogena to ProActiv. I had seen 2 different dermatologist offices and was constantly given prescriptions for things but never told what exactly was going on. This past September I switched to a new dermatologist office and was prescribed Ziana along with Solodyn, a pill. I am not going to lie, the first month and a half was really hard for me. I am a teacher and felt embarrassed from how red my face was, the huge pimples that blotched my face and the peeling that was going on really took a toll on me. It is now December and the improvement I have seen is amazing. I am looking much clearer and no blotches!"


"Started with 2mg in addition to mirtazipine, didn't notice much difference.  Now up to 5mg, for about a week, and still don't really notice any difference in my mood.  Everything is blah.  Life is blah.  This drug has really not done anything good or bad for me."


"I got mine at the age of 19. I was put under for the insertion and woke up with no pain at all, obviously feeling sick because I wasn't alowed to eat before they inserted it and after a while i did get cramps and had on and off spotting but after about a month and a half it completely stoped and im period free!! which makes it all worthit but again everyone is different and it depends from person to person how they're bodys will take it and if your body will accept it or reject it...my doctor told me that most people get it to control their periods better but i simply got it because i was very very bad with the pills so dont be scared to get it because in the end its all worthit!!"


"I am an Active Duty female Soldier - my husband is deployed  - and I have 2 children one with autism - and yes I am a Soldier - and with certain events happening I was losing it bad. After 6 months my doctor increased my dosage to 40mg. It's been a week with the increase and I feel better. I am tired all the time and forgetful. I have to make lists - but I am dealing with it and going to therapy - try it - it does work."


"Please run from this drug...few of my side effects: Insomnia, Racing Heartbeat, Hallucination, delusions, Psychosis, Paranoid, Stomach pain,"


"Good for birth control and no period!
But I have the worst acne  and I used to never have any :( and so much weight gain"


"Stick it out. I was so hesitant to explore perscription medication, instead of the more natural methods. Eventually when I couldn't take it anymore I began Zoloft. The first month I was taking 50mg, and was slowly upped to 100mg. The side effects I experienced were really terrible- increased anxiety for a few weeks... and I crapped my pants... but I promise, it was worth it. Now I'm 6 months on Zoloft and I don't suffer from social anxiety at nearly the same level as before. I feel much more confident speaking in front of groups and just being myself. I also feel less depressed. I think that people often experience the terrible side effects and give up on the drug, but if you're willing to suffer through, sertraline may really help you."


"I'm 47, and in my mind I'm just as sexually hungry as I was in my 20's, but my penis wasn't keeping up with my brain. I FINALLY broke down and asked the doc for Cialis. I took one 20mg pill Thursday morning and WOW! It is now Saturday morning and just talking about it is making me stiff.  I had sex on Thursday afternoon and my partner could not believe it, and neither can I.  We had sex 4 times in 3 hours and I had orgasms each time.  Another amazing thing is that I only get hard when its time to get going, but completely normal in between. The only side effect I had was slight headache at first but then it subsided. I highly recommend. "


"In 1 week I had Joint pain, back pain, confusion, mood swings, loss of vision, panic attacks, out of body sensations.

Doctor asked me to describe exactly why I wanted off of this medicine:  Best way I can describe it is.. "it's like I'm taking poison".

No joke.  Beware."


"I have been using Veltin for a few months for acne and layers of skin and ingrown hairs. It is the best topical treatment I've ever used. Anyone serious about their skin has to go through the time of having ugly cystic acne come out. The reason some people don't give it 10 stars is because you breakout initially but if you are educated about skin, then you know you have to break out first for you skin to get better. I have been very depressed because my face got so bad I looked like a different person and still do, but Veltin is helping me get my face back."


"Absolutely horrible drug. Complete poison. I was given this five years ago for endometriosis. Did absolutely nothing for it, but u had all the horrible side effects. Five years later I'm still dealing with side effects of this drug. Bone loss, bone pain (to the point of just waking down the street sometimes it feels like my legs are going to break. My teeth are literally just shattering eating bread. My dentist looked at my records then said wet need to talk. This is what he said. "Five years ago you didn't have anything wrong with your front teeth at all. You see this (pointing to the exrays) this is all bone loss. This doesn't just happen, it can't. This takes years and year and years to happen." DON'T TAKE IT!!!"


"My cholesterol has been lowered 50% by this medication. Very happy,no side effects."


"I was prescribed the 10mg IR Ritalin, to be taken three times a day a few weeks ago. To say the least, I have developed a tolerance to the drug. It has a bad comedown 2-3 hours after I take the drug. But it has done wonders for my depression and ADHD symptoms. The only downside I found is that it makes me feel like a zombie, too focused, much nervous and has a nasty after-effects. But so far it has been a revolutionary step in my life. I will try switching to the LA version though."


"Sprintec is great for me. I have taken it for a year & a half (19 years old) Never had any problems but I guess that shows it works different for everyone. My breasts got bigger. I didn't gain any weight, periods became shorter, lighter periods and I rarely have cramps & if I do they aren't bad. Before I got on Sprintec I had really heavy periods, all 7 days long & horrible cramps to the point where I would miss school and work. It's affordable and I would recommend Sprintec to anyone."


"Worked great on the pain. But my AST levels went through the roof. I am now unable to take them. Awaiting MVD surgery that can't come soon enough. Please ensure your doctor gives you regular blood tests. Mine did not hence my liver problems."


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"I finished the 6 day trial, and I must say I felt so good on the last 2-3 days on Deplin. I didn't experience the crazy lows I had in the last few months. I don't truly have depression, more like bipolar 2, and on no medications. I love my emotions, and want to work with them, so my naturopath suggested we try Deplin. I will be seeing her again next week, and I will ask her to continue it."


"I have now taken Flagyl twice, no side effects other than the awful taste. made me dread taking the pills every 12 hours.  did not cure BV either time I used it, and I took it exactly every 12 hours."


"I started on Trulicity  in April of this year.  At that time I weighed 352# and had been diagnosed as a new Type 2 diabetic.  My PCP had tried a three month course of Metformin and it dropped my "number" a whopping 0.2.  He recommended Trulicity and started me immediately on the 1.5 dosage, giving me the first injection in his office.  From the first dose I have had virtually no side effects.  On occasion I will get slightly sick to my stomache if I eat too much, or have a bout of diarrhea if I consume too many carbs but that's it.

This is mid-September and I have lost 57# without dieting or exercising or anything.  Naturally as the weight comes off I feel more like moving around and doing things but IMHO this is a miracle drug!"


"I was on sprintec for about 3 years and felt absolutely nothing during intercourse which made me depressed. I would tell my doctors but they were no help whatsoever. They never told me it was the pill that was the problem, which it was!"


"I've been using Humalog in my insulin pump for over 10 years. Humalog works well as a basal insulin as well as bolus for highs that may occur due to a variety of circumstances. I've found it very easy to adjust my blood glucose levels using Humalog."


"I'm 32 and i've had crohns now for 14 years. Remicade was a god send but only for a limited time. I started off like everyone else with i. V every 8 weeks. Then after a couple of years it was wearing off faster so then every 6 weeks. Then every 4 weeks then it was back on the steroids along with the 4 week treatment. Well after 6-7 years on remicade it wasn't working anymore. I do recommend it because I would give anything right now to get those 6 years back because even though I was became immune to it I felt 20 times better then compared to now. Since the remicade nothing has worked for me since."


"It made me gain weight about 40lbs and cause acne, other then that it worked very well for my Osteoarthritis in my neck. I have a fusion and have not been the same since. This medicine helped me with my pain. I got my life back. I still can't do everything but my pain is so much better!"


"I have fibromyalgia for about 20 years now, I was taking symbalta, mobic and some other med. but they did not help. I take now Percocet for  pain on really bad days and it helps a lot. Have no side affects. On days that I can tolerate pain I take Advil."


"I have been on belviq for about 18 days and have lost 8lbs. And still loosing weight. It really works the way it is supposed to. I am on a strict diet plan and exercise plan. I forgot to take it for a day and got a really bad tension headache. But with staying on it I have no side effects :)"


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"I love Junel. I was switched to Junel after my previous birth control had me bleeding for 3 weeks at a time every month and I got really depressed and gained a bunch of weight. Now I am on Junel and I LOVE IT. I have lost 10 pounds my headaches and acne are gone, my depression has decreased, no more fatigue and I have yet to have a heavy period. I only have 3 days of light spotting and I must say my sex drive has finally came back since my last birth control completely diminished it."


"I did/am experiecing the tingling everyday in my fingers, I am not hungry.  I did have the brain fog to where I wouldn't drive.  I wouldn't make any decisions about anything without talking it over with someone I trusted first. I am now up to 75 in the morning and at bedtime and I still have the tingling but the fog has been lifted the headaches are SO much less BUT I have only lost 3 pounds.  Can't seem to stop smoking even with this.  Still hoping this will help with the smoking.  Wish me luck"


"Before I came to the US I was taking other medications for epilepsy but upon dealing with a US doctor he recommended 2000 mg of Depakote daily. I immediately  went to the library and checked the side effects, which were considerable. I asked the doctor if I could take a smaller dose but he didn't think it wise. I decided to take matters into my own hands and reduce my dosage. I have been taking 250 mg now for 35 years with no seizures. Early on I found that when I took long flights to Asia and missed sleep and became dehydrated I would increase my dosage and then when I came back home I would slowly lower it again. I don't believe I am suffering from any side effects of this drug."


"I got my implant inserted about October 2014, insertion was a breeze and the soreness only had lasted me a week. In the months after I still got my period once a month and it does an amazing job preventing pregnancy. I have been in a monogamous relationship this entire process and my boyfriend and I love it. I have a lil weight gain but I would say that its due to lack of exercise and a bad diet (commuting an hour to college 4 days a week). Spotting was a side effect I was always aware of but its nothing out of the ordinary and is easy to maintain. I recommend. Everyone is different and it works great for me :)"


"I have had abdominal cramps, and many of the side effects that are listed on the previous screen concerning this medication. And my Doctor prescribed this?? I'm going to ask my doctor if I can stop this medication, maybe after some blood work. I was amazed at the number of side effects I'm having because of this drug. No wonder!!"


"I'm a retired professional firefighter / paramedic, my whole career I smoked and tried to quit several times because I knew smoking was bad for my health. Even in paramedic school the teachers would be talking about how bad smoking was for me, I'd be constantly be looking at the clock waiting on break so I could go smoke. We would run medical calls on people with "copd" (emphysema) and I'd vow that I was going to quit but as usual I couldn't, we would go on fire calls and after the fire was over the first thing I would do was to light a cigarette and that was an ongoing thing for years and years, after retiring I heard about a new thing called chantix and went to my doctor for a prescription. It was amazing the cravings went away and I quit"


"I have a heel spur and was given Voltaren for inflammation to possibly control plantar fascitis. This along with a 10 day use of AFO brace on my foot just may help prevent surgery. I believe Voltaren definitely is doing the job in reducing inflammation and controlling the pain."


"Makes me sleepy but helps with my cough due to not breathing right after some back rib injury from a fall. Kills the pain for over 8 hours so I can sleep lying down too. Makes me kinda foggy so I have to focus to get stuff done. "


"The product may work beautify, but I will never know as the smell is one of my allergies and I can not overcome my instinctive avoidance long enough to get the desired relief"


"Paragard failed me twice now. I had my first Paragard in Jan 2013. Thanksgiving 2014 I found out I was pregnant. For the next few weeks, my family and my life was turned upside down. Ending in miscarriage.  I foolishly agreed to another Paragard because I can't take hormones. After a routine work physical that included an ultrasound, it was found that the it had relocated to the bottom of my uterus - again. I am diligent in checking my strings and even had the strings checked by my GYN multiple times since it was placed. I had an ultrasound at the time it was placed. Everything looked fine. Still waiting to make sure I'm not pregnant. I advise if you get one, get ultrasounds regularly to make sure it hasn't moved."


"I am 18 years old and I started this birth control almost a year ago. I was on a higher dosage bc but switched to this one because I was getting bad side effects with the other. Although I didn't get pregnant, I wasn't completely satisfied. It did clear up the acne I had before I started using this bc. But I do have a way lower sex drive, I hardly want to have sex anymore. Not only that, I haven't had a period in the last 5 months I have been on this birth control. I had consistent periods at the beginning, for 3 days and lighter bleeding than I had before. But lately I have had spotting during any week of the month instead of during my off week. I also cant take other medication, it causes spotting if I do."


"I would highly recommend this medication. I tried multiple SSRI's like prozac, zoloft, abilify, and welbutrin and this worksd far better than those. For once I actually feel happy, talkative, and good. Do not stop taking this medication cold turkey or withdrawal effects will be bad. You should always taper over an extended period of time."


"For those of you who are annoyed and stressed about their period, let me tell you guys I was one of you, but not anymore. I took plan B 30 days after my last period and it came yesterday (8 days after taking plan B) trust me guys, after I stopped stressing myself on what I have read on the internet and started to get rid of my phone for a while with a prayer, my period came unexpectedly. ♡ so much love for plan B this is really effective!"


"I got my Implanon in on June 6th, 2010 and I did not have a period until August and then the period lasted until the end of November. 4 months. It is now August and I have been on my period since the middle of May. I have also lost up near 25/30 pounds while I have had this birth control. "


"Honestly, I was skeptical of this product at first because I couldn't seem to find something that would deal with my cystic pimples (I am 31).

The product works on my skin, but it took at least 3 months to see results. Since then, I have not had any cystic acne since. I use it in the morning and at night. I also use Retin-A at night. I only wash my face 1x a day to avoid killing my good bacteria and this actually helped my acne improve too. The product is so worth it, but be patient and give it at least 3 months before deciding if it works or not."


"I had become so nervous driving or riding in a car. My doc prescribed 2 mg Klonopin/Clonazepam and it worked wonders. No side effects and only take it at bedtime."


"I got the nexplanon two weeks after I have my baby March 26th 2016 I had minor spotting bad next month but that was it I haven't had any periods are spotting since then but I did notice I get headaches more frequently sometimes I get a nauseated feeling dizzy I was getting dizzy a lot but besides that so far so good"


"Okay so I promised myself I would write a review if plan b worked and it worked! So here is my experience, I recently had unprotected spontaneous drunk sex (that I completely regret) and I couldn't afford too get plan b till three days after unprotected sex. (72 hours) so I took it praying it would work and then the same week I did it AGAIN (I have been going through a hard time and didn't care about anything at this point.) obviously when I sobered up I cared so once again I took plan b twice in one week knowing it would mess up my body and cycle but it really didn't. I had no pains, no spotting, no nothing. Two weeks later I received my period and I've never been happier too see blood in my life and Im getting back on the right track now!"


"1st off: this is my 4th time with an IUD.  The 1st Paraguard I got while lactating and not having periods...clinician couldn't get IUD in and 2nd time trying she forced it in.  Perforated my uterus..had to have 2 surgeries to have it removed.  Then years later had Paraguard again..this time they did a paracervical block and the insertion was painless.  My periods were so heavy though and without realizing it I think I became severely anemic.  I had it removed and within 2 weeks started to feel alive and normal again.  That is when I realized I must have been anemic.   Years later I had Mirena put in due to my long spotting periods.  Couldn't tolerate the hormones. Have another Paraguay now for 2 years and I  am exhausted all the time."


"I have been on bactrim for the last 3 days and on the fourth pill and its done nothing for me"


"At first the pill was great, helped with the bleeding and regulate my period.  Then I slowly began getting depressed and I had to stop taking this pill. I've never felt this way in my life, I just want to lay in bed all day. I miss school and work; not healthy, totally not like me."


"I have recurrent back pain, and I'm currently experiencing an acute episode of back pain and sciatica. I was referred to a pain management doctor, who switched me from 40 mg Percocet per day to 30 mg Xartemis XR per day in the hopes that I could sleep through the night and wake up without extreme pain. After a week, I had to see him again because the medication is supposed to last 12 hours, but it starts to wear off after about 6 hours, and it doesn't relieve the pain well even when it is in effect. He gave me a prescription for 10 mg Percocet to take twice a day as breakthrough medication, so now I'm taking a higher daily dose with less effective relief. I'm asking about other options at my next appointment."


"I started adipex 12 days ago i already lost 12 ponds i highly recommend it:)"


"I started smoking at the age of 19. I am now 50 and decided it was time to quit or face serious health risks. I have quit many times and suffered through withdrawals but the cravings always got the best of me. I started Chantix with the aid of my Physician to see what would happen. Went through the withdrawal period and now I am amazed how my cravings have gone. I even stopped drinking pop and only drink tea and water now. Totally blown away!"


"I took this birth control for a few years and it allowed me to predict my period to the time and day I was supposed to have it, but it made my PMS worse than ever. Great to take if you don't have much pain to begin with."


"I do not recommend this pill for anyone in June I started the pill I was only on the pill for 1 week and I collapsed out of nowhere so I went to the hospital and found out I had blood clots in my lungs. I have no history in my family of blood clots and I've never had blood clots before the hospital even said it was from the birth control now I'm on blood thinners for 6 months. Terrible medicine"


"I took the recommended dosage of Delsym and it went in my mouth and set my throat on fire I have never felt pain like that I couldn't sleep at all I sat up all night crying I've never felt pain like that from a cough medicine or so-called cough medicine"


"My last post here I had just started on Victoza and was  complaining about nausea. I lowered my dosage a few clicks and the nausea went away. I then slowly increased my dosage and its been working great. I suggest you contact your doc before trying this.

I'm still not up to the full 1.2mg dosage, but I'm getting there. Sugars  are normal and I too am losing weight. I am EXTREMELY happy with how this medicine is working."


"I've tried many, many different medicines for my nerve pain. Finally after being put on Cymbalta for my depression, I noticed that my nerve pain was not near as bad as it was before. I'm overwhelmed with my results. Almost to tears, of joy, instead of tears of pain! Thank you!"


"I can honestly say that Prozac works for me. This medication takes sometime to kick in to full effect and many people stop taking after they feel nothing the first week or so. That is a big mistake, if you wait the full 6 weeks you will see such a difference that it will amaze you. The way it builds in the system and it's afterlife is why it takes a while to get to optimal serum levels in the blood stream. I have battled severe depression and suicidal ideation for over 25 years now. This medication Prozac 40 mg along with Ablify 10mg have solved most of those issues. I also take Ativan 2mg as needed for severe anxiety. Talk to someone if you are having thoughts of hurting yourself or just do not know what the point of life is."


"Gets rid of my headaches easily but sometimes takes an hour before it works.  Taking it on an empty stomach seems to speed up things.  The only down side is they are quite expensive even with insurance."


"I get migraines 2-3 times a month and I almost always vomit a lot when I get them. I saw a headache specialist just yesterday, and she recommended this for the nausea and vomiting. Today, of course, I woke up with a migraine and extreme nausea and vomiting. I took a tab (which tastes weirdly sweet- I suspect the aspartame which is a sweetener) and within a few minutes, I no longer felt nauseous at all. For somebody used to crouching over the toilet for long periods of time, this is wonderful."


"I went in yesterday morning at 9am to receive my first infusion of Remicade.

Had my IV inserted in my arm, and had my vitals checked at the beginning and then every 15-30 minutes.

By the time I was leaving the doctor, it was about 1:00pm. So it takes a while for the first time, but after that it won't take as long.

The only kind of downside to it was that I got just a little sleepy, which I read was common.

It's 1:15pm, the following day of my first infusion and I haven't felt a single ounce of pain in any of my joints. I understand it's only 24 hours later but I am usually in a lot of pain all morning and I didn't have any morning stiffness when I got out of bed this morning.

Very pleased so far!"


"It works."


"Prescribed with this 500mg medication for a seven day period, taking twice per day every 12 hrs. The pill is disgusting so don't just grab any drink to take it with. Put fluid(water) in your mouth first as if your about to gargle and tilt your head back and push the pill through your lips and it will float towards your throat so just swallow and your done. My mistake was taking it with lemonade. It seemed as if there was an irruption of the pill in my mouth. I have 4 days to go and the side effects have decreased which were chest pain, the shits, fatigue, butt numbness, hot flashes & tingling extremities. My vaginal odor is gone already."


"I was having severe acne on my cheeks and had to see a dermatologist. The following was my treatment plan: Aczone cream in the morning and Epiduo at night. I was also given Doryx pills to take in the morning. My skin immediately started to get very dry but I used Cetaphil moisturizer. I also used Cetaphil foam face wash twice a day. I only had some very slight burning the first 2 weeks. My acne was so bad I wanted to cry and hide my face from everyone but my doctors treatment plan worked great and I am so happy."


"I have been living with chronic debilitating hives with angioedema for over 30 years!  After my first injection of Xolair I have been almost virtually free of hives for 1 yr and 1 month!  I got a few hives once and got another injection and they were gone.  It has changed my life completley!  No weight gain.  Just a bit more tired than I use to be but that is fine with me.  I can bike and do 1000 more things than I could ever do with hives.  The pain was ungodly and I don't know how I lived that way and hope I never have to again,"


"I was on depo for 5 and a half years (16-21), it worked wonders for me. I had awful periods before the shot. After the first shot, I had a light period for about 3 weeks but no period or spotting ever after that. I did not gain weight, I actually lost weight. It does make you hungry ALL the time for the first few months but I was wise about my snack choices with I believe helped alot. This was the only form of B.C. me and my boyfriend used for the entire time and no babies. It does take some getting used to not having a period to confirm you aren't pregnant at first. When we decided to have a baby, it took 8 months to get pregnant. I didn't have any serious issues and loved it."


"Got this because my ADHD would make it super hard to take the pill on a regular basis. Insertion didn't hurt at all, although the bruise stayed for like three weeks. Bled constantly for a week and a half directly after insertion, but haven't had a single period since! Also, of course, has been super good at keeping me from getting pregnant. I highly recommend it."


"I went from the pill, right to Nexplanon, I've had it for over a month, I have felt literally no difference, no weight gain or crazy cravings, I feel like it's actually helped my acne, it was painless, only thing was it made my piercings hurt because of the hormones but that went away in about a week. I started slightly spotting today, like a dark brown, nothing a panty liner can't help. I love it, I've had none of the experiences others have in these other stories, but everyone is different. I recommend this form of birth control. I will update again in a few months if things change."


"My Medicare Advantage Company suggested I use this after they removed Spriva from their approved list on medications.  I used it for a week and my emphysema worsened considerably.  It worsened to the point that I couldn't walk 10 yards without stopping to get my breath.  I called my pulmonary doctor to see if I could get an exception made to go back on Spirva."


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"Dialysis patient. Help put me to sleep."


"I was prescribed this medication for anxiety and it did not help at all."


"Only benzodiazepine that worked completely. Been on all the others. Have tried antidepressants with negative results. So at the correct dose. Alprazolam is what I consider the hardest working anxiety and stress reliever available."


"Very helpfull, tired of all the neg. press"


"After my heart attack, I began having anxiety attacks. Exercise would give me temporary relief but the anxiety would often return soon after stopping. One Lorazepam would control it for 1/2 a day or more. I didn't like taking it, but everyone said that controlling my anxiety while I recovered was more important. Now I would recommend to any heart patient to go to their doctor and get a a prescription for it to get them through the first year of recovery."


"After trying several different sleeping aids, I ran across Compoz in K-Mart. I hadn't seen it anywhere else so I thought I would give it a try. I got a good nights sleep for the first time in quite a while. I still take it occasionally and still get that qood night of sleep. You can't take it every night for an extended period of time or it won't work as well, I can promise you that. "


"I got my first shot April 28th 2015. My period was supposed to come May 10th and didn't.. It was a week late and I've been bleeding and spotting ever since. I have bad mood swings and get mad over absolutely nothing. I get cramps all day every day and it's it so horrible. It's been almost 3 straight weeks of bleeding sometimes heavily and other times just spotting. I don't know if it even protects against pregnancy because you can't have sex if you're constantly bleeding! I would NOT recommend this to anyone, ever.  I have an appointment with my ob/gyn on Tuesday so I hope there is some kind of solution since I have to ride this out til the end of next month!"


"I got it inserted in August  2014 and I know it was supposed to cause an irregular period. The first period I had was 4 weeks, then 3 then 2...I am on it currently (February 17 2015) and I've been on it since December 28 2014. I am having extreme migranes, nausea, cramps, mood swings and dizziness. Hopefully these symptoms will clear out and I will stop my period soon and have a regular one, or else I'm getting it taken out. It works because I'm not pregnant; but how am I supposed to have sex when I'm always on my period? I've also gained 15 pounds and I don't think its worth all the side effects"


"I had two straight severe asthma attacks. Prednisone combined with my puffers really made me feel a lot better. It really helped with the inflammation."


"I was prescribed 15mg, as needed once a day, for pain and inflamation due to sciatica. I feel it does nothing."


"Hell.They won't tell you about the risk of "rebound effect" until after you tell them you want to quit.Oh yeah, I'm constantly getting checked for HPV, even though I was vaccinated against it and have been testing negative (for HPV) for over 5 yrs. but thats the least of your worries compared to what else it does to your immune system. They want to have you on it until (if your lucky) you test positive for the JC virus,and take u off ASAP.Otherwise, you'll go unnoticed and risk a brain infection, but it gets worse, they've implied that even while testing negative for the JC virus you could still wind up with "pml? Pll?" ( I forget the acronym) but in short your actually risking your life or have "permanent disability"from this horrible drug"


"I started taking the 8mg dose of Toviaz about 2 weeks ago.  Before I took the medicine, I was going to the bathroom to pee every 1/2 hour. No sleep at all. Toviaz changed my life, I now only go pee about 8 times a day. Toviaz has given
back my life. It may not work for everyone, but it sure was a life saver to me!"


"I'm 21, no kids, got Skyla about a month ago after dealing with crazy mood swings with a different bc  I was taking. The initial insertion was pretty painful but only lasted about a minute, got extremely light headed and nauseous after insertion but went away within 20 minutes, I got mine done at planned parenthood which I'd suggest and was even able to get it for free through a program they have and only paid for implantation. So far pretty pleased with the IUD itself, good sex drive, my mood swings have completely decreased, overall very very happy I got it, the only downside it random cramping that can be pretty uncomfortable but there's usually a few months after starting a birth control where your body adjusts so hoping they stop soon."


"After trying everything under the sun...nothing ever worked. Not to go into a long drawn out story....tried linzess 145 didnt work...tried the linzess 290 got results within hours all that day. I am very happy with it. I done colonics, all kinds of laxatives, detoxs, enemas...etc. The best thing in my life right now is LINZESS"


"I have been prescribed this birth control after having several problems with the implannon. I had side effects including breast tenderness and sweats for the first month of taking this pill. After a month on this pill, the side effects disappeared! It's the best thing I have taken as I have no outbreak of irregular periods and have more control of my cycle. I would recommend this product!"


"I have suffered greatly from RLS for over 20  years.  Tried everything and always experienced augmentation.  Horizant (although pricey) has been a true life saver.  I encourage every suffer of RLS to give this drug a try.  It has changed my life"


"I have limited history with psych meds & I haven only tried two other antidepressants (Zoloft and Remeron). Both were awful for me. Side effects outweighed any minimal benefit they may have had.
But since taking Prozac, nearly two weeks ago, my mood has changed entirely. I take it in the morning and it gives me a sense of purpose and excitement to experience the day. Before, I was having panic attacks so bad before work I would consider calling in.
Prozac has not had any negative SSRI side effects like I had with sertraline, but I am going to continue paying attention to how I feel over time on this. My anxiety is minimal and melatonin currently has me sleeping like a baby. I hope it never stops working for me.
For now, this medicine is great."


"Going cold turkey I experienced insomnia ,sweating ,anxiety and very high pulse then I decided to get medical help. They gave me Librium 25mg for 4 times a day first three days, 25mg 3 times a day for the next 3 days 25mg , 25mg 2 times a day for the next 3 days , 25mg at bedtime for the last three days. Librium sure saved me from convulsing and ending up at the emergency or dead ! PS always add a good supplement of vitamin b complex 100mg, very helpful when you detox, alcohol prevents your body from absorbing vitamin B. Good luck !! One day at a time  :)"


"I have been getting cold sores since I was in the 6th grade. Unfortunately I am a special case, I have NEVER had one on my lip! They always appear either on my chin or my nose. Its awful, especially on the nose. I am giving this a 7 due to the fact its no longer reducing the size of my breakouts anymore even with the topical cream. It only seems to reduce the healing period. Which isn't that great when I get one on my nose (yes you guessed it, its the tip) and I end up looking like a clown. I even got three breakouts in just this past March! Its definitely not working like it used to and I am only 19 so I am now fearful for the years to come. I'm hoping it was just a little expired and will be going back to the doctor for a refill."


"I have never reviewed anything in my life but had to here. yesterday at about 2pm I get what feels like a pimple coming in but it was right at the same spot I got the sore last year and as the hours past, I could tell from the quick swelling and pain it was a sore.  I was soo worried because I wasn't home and had a few hours until I would be and thats where my pills were. I wound up taking two pills, using an orajel once daily AND topped with abreva. today I took one pill, another orajel application and abreva all day. took one more pill at 2pm. I was sure it wasnt going to work but the sore did not burst, still there but has gone down and pain subsided greatly. not sure if it was drugs or the combo but wanted to share what worked for me."


"I've had Occipital Neuralgia for nearly 3 years and have gone through 8 Neurologists who tried all the current treatments including radio frequency ablation (burning) without long term relief.  We decided to try some of the anti-depressant medications and started with Cymbalta.  In 3 months I was pain free and have had no problems since I started the drug about 2 years ago."


"In April and then May of 2015 I began having heavy periods. In May I bled from the 5th to the 22nd, stopped for 2 days then started again on the 24th. After going to the doc I was told it was nearing its expiration date (had it since June 2010). Was finally able to have it removed in July  2015. A week or so later I began bleeding heavily. I passed clots that ranged in size from half dollars to tennis balls; one so large I had to look in toilet to make sure I hadn't just had a baby!! The clots have somewhat lessened but the bleeding is still heavy. I get dizzy, feel drained, and lose a lot of hair. Currently, I began bleeding on January 19th, today is February 21st and I'm still bleeding. I do not recommend the Mirena to anyone!"


"Cerebral palsy - frequent urge to urinate small amounts.

This pill did not help at all"


"If I take 3mg's this works very well for anxiety and it works quickly, the only thing is it usually also makes me sleepy so I try to only take it when I know I can go take a nap if need be, other than that no complaints."


"I have had psoriatic arthritis for 20 years. Mostly attempting to control the arthritis which at times has been debilitating to say the least. For the first year my skin was clear after the loading doses. I wore shorts and went swimming without fear! And while I'm still very happy with stelara I've noticed it doesn't control my arthritis as well (still manageable) and I have small patches beginning to appear. I'm well under the 200lb weight for the higher dose."


"I have been on Paxil for 3 weeks. Previously I was on Lexapro and it worked well, however, I wanted to quit smoking, so was switched to Paxil.  I have noticed I am sleeping all night through without getting up at 2 or 3 am and staying up the rest of the night. I do however have the vertigo, but, I have suffered from vertigo for 20 years so I cannot actually attribute that to the Paxil. I also have the appetite loss! I can only eat 1/3 of what I ate previously. So far, so good. I have no problem taking a med for my depression, no different than a heart condition, just much harder to treat!  Hoping it keeps going good!"


"My doctor prescribed me this cream called tretinoin .01% cream. I've been using this cream for 1 week now and it really dried and peek my skin. I apply moisturizer in the morning but it makes my face looks red and discoloration. But I started to see a little result, it fades the bumps and acne scars on my face ( some of them not all) . After I've read the reviews , I think it helped me to be patient , I will stick with it."


"I'm 17 and recently had my first OBGYN appointment where I was informed I had a yeast infection my doctor prescribed an oral pill that didn't work so my step mother recommended and bought miconazole 1 day treatment and I can honestly say from the second of insertion which I did right before attempting to sleep till still right now about 7 hours later this is the most pain I have ever been in ever which is rare because my pain tolerance is high. Right after insertion till around 30 minutes after it felt like someone shot me in the vagina I couldn't move at all because then the metaphorical million knives stabbing my vagina would double eventually I got use to it enough to close my legs but it is still not much better don't buy this product!!"


"I honestly didn't realize that I was constipated because I would have a bowel motion once a day. I went into the GI for a different issue and when I left I was told I was actually, "full of poop" and that is why I was having the initial issue. Since being on the medication I do not feel bloated or achy anymore, something I hadn't really paid attention to, to begin with. But, with this medication I actually GO to the bathroom like I should.
I workout everyday - running, cardio, weight training... and this has made it a little difficult for that. Just because I like to work out in the morning and that is actually the worst part of the day for me with this medication.
I will continue taking this just because it makes me feel so much better!"


"The first month was awful with it. I was so moody! But the following months it was okay. I've been on it almost a year and it has become a nightmare. My periods get heavier each month, I have absolutely NO sex drive, and I've never been depressed or had anxiety, but this definitely has made me depressed. My husband and I almost split because of my mood swings. Needless to say, I'm getting off of it. I'll try something else."


"After six back related surgeries, I developed peripheral neuropathy. I was placed on Savella which helped some, but my neurologist decided to add Gralise as well. What had been absolutely terrible burning in both legs has been reduced with both of these medications. The Gralise was a helpful addition to the Savella. The question below regarding the insurance coverage; I had a blue cross plan which picked up about 40-50% then I recently purchased another blue cross plan which, at this moment in time, is not covering the Gralise, so my neurologist is trying to get them to authorize it."


"I'm 66 years old and had been treated with a myriad of drugs for bipolar and schizoaffective disorder including psychoses, mood swings, delusions and hallucinations  for over 30 years when I was put on Abilify.  It was like someone flipped a switch and I got my life back.  I am virtually symptom-free for over twelve years now and the only side effect has been some weight gain which, at my age, is a fair trade.  Truly a wonder drug."


"My daughter was diagnosed with narcolepsy when she was 12.  Severe and accompanied by cataplexy, hallucinations in REM within 90 seconds, all facets of sleep disorders seemed concentrated in her young body.  She never got to drive a car. Narcolepsy dictated her quality of life.  On methylphenidate, which increases heart rate, for 27 years, she convinced her Dr to help her get in a sodium oxybate program. Sodium oxy dosage increased  per instructions over time, had delusional, withdrawn effects and  slowed speech. 4 months after starting sod oxy she was found dead in her apartment from a massive heart attack.  Accumulated effects from yrs of stimulants? A sudden jolt from sodium oxybate ?  Congenital defect? She did not abuse meds. CAUTION"


"6 years. No health issues or pregnancy scares."


"I liked this medication for a while and then it seemed to increase my anxiety rather than reduce it. I even tried going up in dosage with no effect."


"This medicine caused severe lower pain in the back.  Felt like kidney stones."


"I have tried 6 different birth controls and have been in Loestrin for almost 5 years now. I love it! It is true, for some women, you will not get a period. I rarely do and have never been pregnant. I never had any symptoms with this birth control and it really controls my extreme cramping! I would recommend this for everyone!"


"I started having panic attacks at age 10, always been a struggle, then started having really bad bouts of depression.  Things got to stage where I was just so tired of being scared all the time and finding it hard to function. I've been on many antidepressants through the years,   Lexapro I had been in for over 10 years,  phych weaned me off and put me on Effexor.   I actually can't believe this. It's only day 2 On 37.5mg to be increased to 75 next week,  but I swear I feel a calmness I haven't felt before, surely after 2 days I'm thinking this can't be right, but after reading some reviews I can see that others have had relief in a short time from this medicine. No side effects. Just feel calm. Feeling hopeful"


"I was prescribed this med because I lost my dad very suddenly recently and suffered my first full blown panic / anxiety attack . The attack itself was the usual numbness and tingling sensation . Hard time breathing and impending doom thoughts . I was told to take on a as needed basis so that's what I did . I started to have the strangest things happening to my body , flu like symptoms with hot and cold flashes and pain ALL OVER! My usually high blood pressure kept falling and I was dizzy and lightheaded . My doctor attributes it to anxiety and directed me to take more ! So we upped my dose and OMG the pain was worse !! Now I know I might just be sensitive to this drug but my friend had the exact same experience with it . So beware !"


"Seemed to work fairly well. Caused some minimal problems with bowels and dried out my system quite a bit."


"This medication has my carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) test numbers way down . I hate the rash but at least I'm alive."


"Taking Invokana has been a terrible experience for me..Caused a lot of thirst so I drank so much water that my sodium level dropped to dangerous level..I was hospitalized for 5 days until my normal sodium levels could be restored. I also had   burning pain my mouth.  The skin in my mouth became red and soar.I couldn't eat without pain for days."


"This medication simply saved my life.  Addiction took me down a dangerous path - hiding bottles, attempting to obtain more prescription pain killers, doing it all at night to hide from wife/kids...long dark road for sure.   30 days intensive recovery in a facility, away from everyone just for me, AA meeting and my doctor put me on anti-depressants that just made me groggy, disoriented and volatile at times.   Changed a few times till we hit Viibryd.  Absolutely amazing from the first few days. 40mg and sometimes a tad more when the waves of irrationality come.  Mostly even sailing.  Life is enjoyable, work is productive and I am totally plugged back into everyone's life at home.  No issues with side effects at all."


"Best hormones I ever used. I tried Ortho Tricyclen, Triphasil, Loestrin and Depo Provera, and Yasmin.  None worked, all had horrible side effects.  Aviane is the only thing that gives me NO bad side effects.  Bigger breasts, fuller lips, no more hot flashes or night sweats, no more migraines and increased sex drive. No complaints at all!"


"I had the IUD inserted back in February 2016, around 6-8 weeks after the birth of of second child. The insertion was uncomfortable, but tolerable; I have a pretty high pain tolerance however.

Since then, my depression has worsened-- this wasn't PPD-- I've gained nearly 30lbs, I have zero libido, developed severe anxiety, have panic attacks, and debilitating migraines. I'm getting it removed next Friday. If I did this page again, I'll update once it's out and the hormones have worked their way out of my system."


"I started taking belviq Aug 2.I weighed 200 lbs.10 weeks later I weigh in at 180. Some weeks I don't loose a pound and then the next week I might loose 3 to 4 lbs. I am very satisfied and I eat at least one salad a day and I walk on the treadmill 1/2 mile a day. My clothes are looking awfully baggie on me. My goal is 10 more pounds and then it's time to go shopping. I only take 1 pill a day as soon as I get up .I have had no side effects."


"I have just started this medicine, 100mg, to help my tremors. (head to toe). I take 2 a day. So far, it is working. Even with the increase of mgs."


"Took Bonine for a 3 hour flight and it worked great. I get motion sickness very easily and Bonine stopped the nausea and dizziness. I did have some drowsiness, but I will take that over the dizziness and nausea any day."


"I am still on my first pack of this pill, it is my first birth control pill. I have not had any bleeding issues or weight gain. In fact, I feel less bloated then usual. The only problem I have experienced is horrible nausea, I am hoping for it to pass soon."


"My doctor first started me on buspar over two years ago, probably at 16. Slowly throughout the years we've had to increase it until about a year ago, when I reached the maximum 60mg and I had to finally ask my doctor for something else. But I mean that's what you get with medication, it's all pretty much trial and error"


"For anxiety and insomnia was amazed by its effectiveness, first time in many many years I can recall sleeping 8 hours straight, a very pleasant experience, was very refreshed after an 8 hour sleep and this BTW was with taking 1/2 a tablet ..also like that it's not habit forming will use only when needed ....."


"I will be getting 4th shot next wk thus far I have had no side effects.  My dexas can shows some improvement. I hope continues as I have had numerous broken bones an would be grateful for it to work"


"Five months ago my total cholesterol was 281 (LDL was 199). I can't tolerate statins so my doctor suggested Welchol. I started eating a plant-based diet (no meat or dairy) and began going for walks in the morning. Yesterday my latest blood test showed that my total cholesterol is now 193 and my LDL is 125. That's the first time in 15 years that my cholesterol has been under 200. The diet and exercise certainly had an impact and I'm sure Welchol pushed the numbers even lower."


"I took Tamiflu within 7 hours of developing a fever.  I had full flu symptoms including headache, body aches, chills, fever even while on ibuprofen.  About two hours after taken first dose of tamiflu Fever broke and body aches subsided... I went from feeling like I would die to just a bit fatigued.  I had absolutely no issue with nasaeau- but I was having nausea due to fever before taking tamiflu.  Miracle drug!"


"It helps my stimulus sensitive myoclonus. 10 out of 100,000 persons have this condition. It is caused by a flu virus and when I do not take it I have a jerking of the head. One can get the jerking in the arm, leg, diaphragm. This medicine takes away all the jerking movement.  I have a movement disorder since I have been 2 years old and when I take this medicine, I am perfectly normal. At the age of 2 years old I caught a flu virus and had to learn to re-walk and re-talk. I have above average intelligence.  I have been on this medicine since 1985. I have no anger fits, or anxiety or other things people take this drug for, just stimulus sensitive myoclonus."


"I am a recovering opiate addict and alcoholic.  I have been sober for five years and extremely grateful.  However, I have been diagnosed several times by physicians as having depression.  It got so bad about a month ago that I decided to try Prozac 20mg.  I have been on Celexa in the past but it made feel disconnected.  The Prozac took about three weeks to kick in but it is working wonderfully now for a few days.  It is like a switch was flipped and I just feel normal and positive.  I do have some of the usual side effects but they are bearable.  Everyone is different for sure but I am very pleased with Prozac thus far.  If you are trying this medicine, stick with it as it does take a while to have an effect.  very grateful!"


"I had suffered with mild depression for quite a few years, The Dr. had prescribed several anti-depressants over the years, with mild effectiveness, so I stopped taking them. When I was in my mid 30's, I had an episode where I thought I was having a heart attack. After going to the ER, I was diagnosed with having panic disorder. I was totally embarrassed and thought I was being a hypocondriac. These panic attacks continued on and on. I had enough, and told my Dr. about it. She prescribed Lexapro. I reluctantly took it, thinking it would be like the others.I was totally wrong. I finally felt like my true self....not afraid, or anxious and no more panic attacks! I can finally live my life without fear. So thankful for this medication."


"I have struggled with migraines for 14 years. I have tried so many medications over the years. The past 3 years my migraines have gotten worse. I have been put in the hospital for a week to a week and a half at a time. The last time I went to the neurologist they added Depakote twice a day to see if it would help cut back on the number of migraines I was having. I would have at least one a day. I was currently on Topamax twice a day, Fioricet, Zofran. When I started Depakote I noticed my weight was going up well I have been on the medication 3 months now and I have gained 40 pounds. This is so crazy. I used to weigh 298lbs. And I don't want to go back there. When my scale started going over the 200 mark again."


"Well I have been on Adderall for about 5 months 20mg daily. I wish I would have taken it sooner though. I am a single mom of twin 5 year olds and I noticed that I needed this birth control. I couldn't even get out of bed, focus, complete and daily normal function, daydream, etc. I finally realized it was needed after my mother had her heart attack and I could not focus not even at work. I went to my doctors and he put me on this and I feel great 95% of the time. Weight loss great! I recommend this to anyone that needs something to really save them from spiraling down and not being able to be "Normal" Great!"


"I've detoxed with librium (now) 5 times. Currently into my 3rd day with librium. The first couple times I detoxed with the stuff it was amazing. Just three 25MG pills a day to ward off withdrawals from 3 pints of vodka a day 3 month long benders. But I will warn you of this.....you build a tolerance to librium. This time I needed more 25MG pills in just the first 24 hrs. Then 4 on day two and now I'm down to 3 (will wean off over the next few days). Stuff is still amazing but don't be an idiot like me and bounce between booze (to the point of almost death) and then benzo's; just to drink booze again."


"I had nexplanon inserted in 2013, and I have an appointment to get it removed and reinserted next week as its been 3 years! I originally got it because my period cramps were so bad that I would faint from the pain, and I had been on the pill but didn't like having to take it everyday. After reading all the bad reviews, I thought I would contribute. When I first had it inserted, I had light spotting for about three weeks. I don't get my period or any spotting now-the last time I got my period was March 2014. Gaining weight was a huge concern for me when debating whether I should get it or not, but I haven't had that much weight gain-I contribute it more to my college diet but I also work out a lot. Overall, I love it and recommend it!"


"Reduced pain within days. Drowsiness and dry mouth but subsided after a couple of weeks. Felt brand new. After just four days the diarrhoea started, this just got worse and worse, so I was feeling fantastic in my mind and body, but could not be more than a few feet away from a toilet!

Stopped taking,now in pain again!"


"Have been hospitalized for stomach removal going on 3 years dealing with this. Have been on every pain medication known to man and have to say I would take nothing ever again."


"It took a few weeks before I felt any difference in my chest pain but it helps relieve some of the pain so I could lay down and sleep at night."


"I used the strawberry flavored milk of magnesia at 17 weeks pregnancy after having been constipated for about three weeks or so. Never do anything silly like take an unreasonable amount more than the recommended dose--like someone mentioned drinking half a bottle. Anyway, I called in a sick day with work due to hurting belly and took a medicine capful at 2am. It's 8:35 now and I've successfully discharged the problem around 30 minutes ago. Remembering my grandmother giving me this in childhood reminded me that it definitely works, don't overdo it! It's a safe option for pregnancy and also it works."


"It gets rid of the anxiety but mostly because it knocks me out. One pill makes me sleepy for 2 days."


"Honestly, would not recommend. It sounded like a pretty good deal; not having to take pills, potentially losing a period but it caused more trouble than good. I went from having clear skin (rarely a zit) to the worst acne of my entire life all over my face and back, weight gain (while running 3-4 miles 5 times a week), and non stop spotting and two week long periods. Just started back on the pill today, and hoping all the side effects go. Good luck!"


"Been taking Opana for 15 months now and couldn't be happier. Diagnosed with DDD in my L-4, L-5, S-1. scoliosis, and fibromyalgia 3 years ago. My PM doctor put me on MS Contin 60 mg 2xs a day which I had an allergic reaction to%u2026 My feet and legs swelled up. He then put me on a fentanyl patch 75mcg, which my body did not tolerate, I ended up getting pains down my neck and severe nausea. A guy ran a red light and T-boned my side of the car. In the hospital they gave me dilauded for pain, which completely took my pain away. My doctor decided at that point to put me on EXALGO 12.5mg 1x a day. Worked better than anything! Insurance stopped covering it, GAHH. Put me on Opana ER 20 2x a day and IR 3x a day. Amazing! No side effects!!!"


"My experience has been excellent with this.  Between myself, my husband, brother and mother - we have used all different bowel preps and this was BY FAR the easiest and most pleasant tasting one!!!!  If you can ask for it - do so!"


"I had a skin rash I had been treating for  nearly a year.  My Doctor prescribed  betamethasone dipropionate and the condition was remarkably improved 2 weeks later."


"Went to the ER with severe coughing, chest pains and fever. After Xrays, CT scan and blood tests, I was diagnosed with pneumonia. The doc started me on Levaquin via IV and gave me a 5 day dose of 750mg. I am on day 4 and feel SO much better! Still coughing a little, but nothing compared to before!"


"Zomig ZMT works well for me, especially when I take it just as I get the feeling I will get a migraine. All migraine symptoms are gone within 30-45 minutes. My side effects are:
*drowsiness (but not so much that I can't function. I just yawn a lot), some neck stiffness, taste sensitivity (the first several bites of food after letting the tablet dissolve cause my tastebuds to feel really funny... sort of a sharp feeling if that makes any sense at all)
BUT, those symptoms are a lot better than having a migraine!

"


"I got my 1st shot Feb-2016. My tubes are tied but Dr. recommended I get it to help stop cramps I'd get prior to the shot. Bled the first 3 months after the shot & it didn't help so I asked my Dr if I needed it again. He said to try it for 6 months and stop if it didn't help. Got my 2nd shot May-2016 bled for that 6 months. Then I stopped as it never helped cramps. Its now April-2017 and I still have side effects-Mood Swings that are destroying my marriage. Depression, anxiety, headaches-. I've lost 32 lbs-(only weighed 122 prior to shot)dizziness, fatigue, acne, no sleep or too much- feelings of going crazy, cramps worse then before. Was told with regular period shot will leave. "


"I have been using birth control for going on 4 years, 16-20. I got on them for the purpose of I have extremely heavy periods with horrible cramps and acne. I took levora for about 2 years (no sexual activity) and I took it non stop to completely stop my period. Bad idea. I had break through bleeding and severe cramps for over 3 months of heavy bleeding. They put me on the strongest pill possible after that to try to stop my period from the continuous bleeding, didn't work although I did loose a lot of weight.. for the last year 1/2 I've been sexually active and the strongest pill DIDNT work so they put me back on levora with a seasonal period, and I haven't gotten pregnant and my acne is good and my period is gone! Other than every season."


"Let me just start off by saying. Breathe. Chances are you are fine. My boyfriend and I had our little mistake on a Saturday night around 8pm, I took Plan B the next day at 10:30pm. I was experiencing TERRIBLE cramping in my abdomen and very sharp pains in my ribs and I was still feeling that even 2 weeks after the pill. I was scared out of mind. I was getting severe headaches and nauseous. I would even get minor heat flashes.. But let me tell you, I'm not pregnant. I took a pregnancy test two weeks and 2 days after my accident and it came out negative. Even got my period the same day. If I can give any advice, it's STOP SEARCHING THE INTERNET. I know it's hard ladies, but it makes it so much worse. Just make it two weeks, good luck!!"


"I went to a GI specialist last week, assuming I had some serious issues other than constipation. However, it was just that- chronic constipation. The doctor gave me samples of Linzess and I started it at 10am on an empty stomach. I had a bowl of oatmeal about half an hour later. Then, 20-30 minutes after I had eaten I had the urge to use the rest room and for the first time in years, without the help of several laxitives, I expelled. Three times within a two hour time frame. I don't mind the diarrhea, because it was much worse not being able to go. But it is scary knowing you have to pass gas and not knowing if you might accidentally crap yourself."


"Started more as supplement to wellbutrin.  But I got more from this so I quit wellbutrin and take this at 20mg.  feel great.  Calm and clear.  Focused and motivated.  Side effects were mild...vivid dreams and absolutely zero appetite.  Eat lunch and thats it.  Not hungry the rest of the day.  Great for motivation and clarity."


"I coughed horribly for a year and a half.  Had all tests run, even had the Nissen fundoplication procedure done.  My cough did not go away.  In the hospital I was given this for pain.  I immediately stopped coughing.  Could finally sleep.  I found an ENT who thinks my cough is neurogenic.  Nerve damage caused by a virus.  This is the nerve that triggers cough.  He gave me gabapentin  and it helped a little in the beginning now, it does nothing.  I had 2 refills left on the Tussionex Pennkinetic and I'm now down to my last refill.  I take 1 teaspoon every day around 4:00.  I take it so early because this medicine keeps me up and won't let me sleep.  The opposite of what most of you are experiencing.  "


"I'm a 36 year old female. I was overweight by 13 lbs. I know that's not a lot but I was afraid of gaining even more weight. I was hungry all the time. I would eat a big meal at lunch and feel like I was starving an hour later. My doctor prescribed me Belviq 6 weeks ago, I've lost 20 lbs so far. I use my Gear fit 2 to track my steps and water intake. I'm also using the S health app on my phone to track my calories. I eat no more then 1200 calories per day. I only drink water. No alcohol, no soda, no coffee. The first day I took Belviq, I did have a headache and I felt dizzy. By the next day I felt normal again. I went on the Belviq website to download their coupon. I do not go through my insurance. I pay $75 per month. Well worth it!"


"I don't even know where to start with drysol, but it has saved my life & my confidence! Goodbye to constant underarm wetness."


"Great working medication."


"This pill by far cleared up my acne! I've been trying different face washes for years, and the thing that worked the most was THIS PILL, which isn't even a face wash! I experienced no weight gain at all, I was actually hoping for weight gain. Also everyone was talking about how birth control pills helped your breast grow, and with Portia, it just didn't happen for me. Maybe because it was a low dose. It prevented pregnancy, and I had NO CRAMPS! Wooohoo! My periods were a lot lighter. I actually felt healthy on it!"


"During school I struggled with learning, despite hard work I barely graduated. By the time I reached High School I wanted to give up. As an adult I experienced the same difficulties in employment. I became depressed, almost gave up. Fortunately I was tested for ADD. Diagnosis revealed severe ADD.  Within an hour of taking first dosage, my brain seemed to turn on and function at it's optimum potential. I felt truly alert, focused and clear headed. I found I could complete tasks competently. With out Adderall I'm useless. Adderall has improved my focus ability and competency in every aspect of life. It's a battery for my brain. I am dependent on Adderall for full functioning capacity. My well being and livelihood is compromised with out this medicine."


"Stayed up all night "


"After using Singular for only 4 days, I was bragging about it to my friends who suffer from frequent allergy symptoms. It was prescribed both as an allergy relief and asthma prevention. In these spring months, I have only sneezed about 6 times and the itchy eyes and runny or stuffy nose are gone. It reappears if I forget a dose, so I attribute the relief to Singulair.  As far as it preventing asthma for me, I can't comment yet as I am also taking Advair to prevent asthma. The doctor has lowered my dosage of Advair and I hope to soon be able to discontinue the Advair and stay with Singulair. The listed side effects are many, but I think I've only noticed one so far (water retention in ankles)."


"My doctor took several vaginal samples and tested for yeast, all std's, and bacteria.  The ONLY thing that was positive was g. Gardnerella, which is bacteria.  She gave me flagyl 500 MG daily x7 days and told me to use metrogel 2x a week for 4-6 months.  Still not better and just finished 5 weeks of the gel, which is 10 doses.  I have zero odor, never had any, but my discharge is like acid.  My skin around the vaginal opening is extremely red and it burns and sometimes I itch.  I'm majorly frustrated.  I have used desitin and vaseline to try and keep the discharge from burning me so bad (docs suggestion) but those tend to make me worse!  I'm truly so depressed I just don't feel like this is ever going to go away.  No sex  for 5 months now."


"I have been on Zoloft for a year to treat OCD. This drug has taken away my painful and destructive symptoms, though this is a process that has been aided by intensive talk therapy. My side effects are increasing in intensity as time goes on; mainly dry mouth and nausea. However terrible these side effects may sound I would rather deal with them than the symptoms of OCD and depression on any given day."


"I just tried  propranolol for public speaking for the first time yesterday.  I've hated public speaking my whole life.  I shake and blush and it's very embarrassing. I Have a new job now where I have to speak in front of people sometimes. My Dr prescribed me 10 mg. I tried it over the weekend to see if I had any side effects and there were none. I'm generally an anxious person and it did make me feel calmer, but it was a subtle effect and I was worried that 10mg wouldn't work during my speech because I see some reviews of people taking much higher doses.  But it actually worked.  I still felt nervous like my Dr said I would but at least I didn't shake at all or feel the physical symptoms of my nervousness. I wish I had found this in high school and college."


"Vytorin is working wonders for me.   Finding the right cholesterol lowering medicine was the key.  Lipitor gave me the leg cramps, Zocor was good, but did not lower my numbers well enough.  Same for Pravachol.  On Vytorin, my liver numbers are good.  I have not experienced any negative side effects and my numbers are excellent."