"I'll get straight too the point. If you're struggling with performance anxiety, and feel helpless (like I did), stop waiting and go see your doctor immediately and get a script for propranolol; it changed my life. Ever since I enrolled in University my fear of public speaking became heightened (because of the pressure to succeeded) to the point where I had a panic attack during a presentation. It was the worst moment in my life, and I knew I needed serious help. I got a script for propranolol, and took 20mg 1 hour and 1/2, and another 20mg before my presentation. I went up (I was so nervous I didn't sleep at all the night before) and absolutely killed it. I felt so comfortable in front of the stage. It changed my life."


"For those of you who are having bad side effects, PLEASE try Viibryd for at least 3 weeks.  After two weeks, I begged my doctor to change my script to something else, but he told me to wait one more week.  I could not believe the difference that week made!  Viibryd is the best medicine I have ever taken! I felt like the REAL ME. Too bad my insurance wont cover it and my doctor ran out of samples."


"I wouldn't recommend this to anyone I have had my period for 9 weeks straight"


"I was taking 300mg every day the generic for years along with zanex for anxiety. My dr upped the dosage to 450mg every day. I just got the name brand and it's completely different!!!! My life has new meaning the generic is not half as good. I no longer need the zanex and have no problems going out or living my life now. This medication ( name brand Welbutrin) should be available to anyone that needs it. The generic is horrible loaded with side effects shaking, headache, nausea, and extream bouts of anxiety that do not occur with the name brand!!! I am shocked the generic for this medication is permitted to mascrade as the equivalent is not even close!!!"


"I've had acne since the 5th grade. Started using it in 7th grade. Took awhile to kick in, but a mix of retin-a and other products has greatly helped. 3 years later and I rarely get any new breakouts"


"I was prescribed this for my 6 yr old daughter to help her sleep. I've only been using it a couple of nights but it doesn't seem to be working. I am giving her the 3x5ml dose and giving her it at 6pm and up to now she is still not going to sleep before 11pm. Am I not giving her enough or not giving it enough time to work? Advice greatly appreciated! Thanks"


"I'll make this as brief as possible:

This drug isn't putting a dent on ceasing tumor progression in me. Unfortunately, the intravenous chemo [Abraxane] I was on had plateaued and was no longer effective. I have no idea what I will be going on next."


"Apri is the first birth control I have tried and so far I'm very impressed! I have only been taking Apri for 3 weeks but I've had almost no side effects. I had some light spotting for the first 2 weeks but it has completely stopped now. My breasts have gotten slightly larger and my sex drive has increased. I randomly threw up once but I think that was because of what I ate not the pill. I've had no increase or decrease in my appetite or weight, hair seems almost thicker and I had no acne break out. So far I LOVE THIS PILL!"


"I started using these about 10 years ago for pain in my foot from a torn tendon. Now I am using for severe low back pain. This really works. It sticks fine as long as you smooth it on. You can tape it on as well. Also these patches can be cut to use in various places and to save money. I highly recommend"


"I have been on Orsythia for 6 months for controlling dysmenorrhea, or painful periods. Before starting birth control overall two years ago, I missed at least two days of school and work a month because my cramps, backache, nausea, and headaches prevented me from doing more than sitting in bed crying. After Orsythia, I barely get a period, it lasts four days and I rarely need to use anything more than a pantiliner. I get the occasional cramp, but nothing unmanageable. I love this pill!"


"Great. A "must use" if you have tried every acne medication and they do not work."


"I use to take Imitrex but it came to the point I wasn't taking it because when I did I had to double dose & add in pain killers to knock the migraines to a tolerable level. This pill is way better then Imitrex & it truly works. Other then it taking a little bit longer to kick in than Imitrex, it works better. I usually am able to tell when I'm getting a migraine and take naratriptan at that time & it will kick it before the migraine does fully."


"I use to love this medication! I would take it and it took my migraine away within an hour. About a year ago I took it and my throat felt like it was closing up and my heart was racing. I tried taking it again and the same thing happen. I am very sad I can no longer take it because it worked great to relieve my throbbing migraine pain."


"Tried Levitra for the first time last night. Great sex last night and twice again this morning. Wow! Changed from Viagra and have tried Cialis. Both others worked, but not near as effective as Levitra for me. I am diabetic and over 60. Mild headache afterwords."


"I have been taking Pristiq for just over a month now and I have to say it is amazing. I was experiencing severe depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. After only 5 days of being on it I felt completely back to my old self again. I cannot believe how fast it works. I am able to function normally at work, concentrate and have extremely high amounts of energy. I take mine in the evening and I find that I am staying up longer than normal. It is hard for me to fall asleep. I think I might switch to the mornings instead. Otherwise no major side effects...a few headaches in the first 2 weeks but they are gone now. Have a few hot flashes and night sweats from time to time. This medicine has helped me and I truly hope it helps you too. I feel GREAT."


"This medication was originally prescribed to me as a way to control my pain without the "High" side effect that decreases mental alertness. Eleven years later I am still taking 70 milligrams daily. I have lab work done four times a year and my body is in excellent condition besides the injuries I've sustained that are not methadone related. I'm told by my doctor that I would be in severe pain without the medicine due to pericarditis, dozens of healed fractures, a lacerated spleen, and multiple back injuries. I however have not felt any intolerable pain while taking methadone. I completed my MBA (Master's) in physics after 9 years of daily methadone use with no signs of memory loss or other negative mental side effects. Wonderful medication."


"I started Saxenda around the 3rd week of July and am at 1.8 ml.  I am a 5'4 female, 42 years old, with thyroid problems amongst other issues.  I was at 215 pounds  and  am down 9 lbs with no exercise.  Yay!  I purposely didn't exercise while I was adjusting. Once I see if I can handle 3.0 ml I will add in exercise.  The side effects are gone and I hope it stays that way.  I find I get on my scale and every few days I am about .5 pounds down.  This is requiring a lot of patience!"


"Put on Solumedrol IV and then take home Prednisone, 60 mg, weaned down to 20 now. Reason for taking was not my Fibro, but Acute Respiratory Failure with Hypoxy, Sepsis, Bilateral Pneumonia, exacerbation of COPD, abnormal CT lungs. This is the WORST medication. I am even more depressed, anxious, hyped up, insomnia worse, no appetite, anxiety attacks, nightmare with terrors, upset stomach, indigestion worse than normal Achalsia and GERD, post op Myotomy, Nissen Fundo. I feel like dying! I still have some pain, even if all pain from severe DDD,FIBRO, CMPS, could not tolerate this med Feel like I am dying. Any suggestions on how to cope? My future will hold many rounds of med with repeated pneumonias,COPD"


"I have been on Belviq for 60 days now and lost 17lbs! I started at 257lbs (5'7) now I am at 240lbs! I am refilling my script today! So I am hoping for another 40lbs will come off!"


"I started this medicine about three months ago. At first it worked great, after 2-3 weeks it does little to none. I have 2 degenerated disc and severe nerve pain down my neck and shoulder. I'm also prescribed tramadol which works better and that says enough. I have been on hydrocodone which works way better then this medicine. Disappointed. My doctor said it was 4x the strength of a Norco. Lie."


"This was my first medication for Bi-Polar, I'm a 40 year old woman and a long distance runner. This medication was great because it made the rapid thoughts and anxiety go away. However if you're an athlete like I am, I found this difficult as it caused extreme fatigue to the point where I was a couch potato not wanting to do anything. I gained 10 pounds in the first month and found it exhausting to run even a mile where I'm accustomed to running much more. My doctor is switching me to Topamax, today will be my first day taking it and I'm praying for good results."


"Have been taking Adderall XR for over a year now. I am having some issues with tolerance now, but it's still working reasonably well. Had side effects for the first few months, but now I have none. Good stuff!"


"I started this 4 weeks ago, I am ready to quit, my nausea is so bad, it is hard to deal with. I was told it would go away, not! My sugars are running a lot lower and I stopped the actos. I feel like it is a huge rock in my stomach, and looking, smelling, or trying to eat makes me want to gag. I am hanging on one more week. My daughter is a nurse and does my injections, you need to do stomach and pinch up the skin making sure you don't see any veins. I have lost 10 #. and when I lay down to sleep I get heartburn really bad. I can't even sleep, I toss and turn sometimes the whole 8 hours, I am miserable!!!"


"I just hit my 6 month mark so I wanted to update my review.  While I experienced several side effects at first, some severe, they all went away eventually.  I am losing 2lbs a week up to 10lbs a month.  I'm noticing there's a pattern for me of losing ~10lbs very quickly, then stagnation for a few days, then loss starts again.  I'm improving my diet, but it is by no means perfect, and I'm able to have more energy to get off my butt and exercise or do tasks I would otherwise procrastinate to high heaven.  As someone who has failed (a lot) in the past, this is a miracle drug for me because for the first time ever, I am able to know my hunger and eat without counting calories, carbs, fat, whatever and confidently lose weight.  Yay!"


"Helps with my sleep. I wake up every morning feeling great. Sometimes make me very thirsty so I keep liquids around."


"I contracted HSV-2 about 3 years ago. That first year was horrible. I had about one outbreak a month and each outbreak brought about not only physical, but emotional turmoil. After a year of feeling depressed, worthless and guilty, I finally had enough and took myself to get tested. Sure enough, I was right. I asked the doctor for a suppressive Valtrex prescription. I take valacyclovir and it has completely given me my life and sanity back. I've been on the medicines for two years now and I have had one tiny outbreak that came about during a HUGELY stressful time and I had not taken the Valtrex for few days. The OB lasted 2, maybe 3 days, and never blistered or crusted. I can't say enough good things about Valtrex/Valacyclovir."


"I spent a lot of time reading reviews and it took me awhile to even start the medication but I finally said screw it I'll try it. After reading the reviews most people said they felt better almost right away so after 2 months when I still wasn't feeling great I started to get nervous. Then 3 months approached and I started crying less and less and I actually got excited to do things again and by 4 months I feel great!! I'm so glad I stuck with it. If your depression is bad this really can take up to 3 months but don't give up! I did have to take buspar with it because I'm just naturally an anxious person and that helped with my anxiety and to balance it out. I now take 100mg of bupropion in am and 100mg in afternoon and it's just enough!"


"I'm 18y/o this is my first yeast infection.
I didn't go to the doctor but I read the symptoms online and diagnosed myself to have a yeast infection so I went down to the drug store and bought monistat 3-day treatment.
I didn't experience any severe pain or burning like any of the other ladies (which btw is why I was hesitant about getting any monistat product) but today was the 3rd day of the treatment and the initial pain and itchiness from the yeast infection is almost gone.
I still have some damaged skin around my vagina that hurts but hopefully it'll be gone soon.
I'm content with the product and I'm glad I didn't listen to the people saying they went through extreme pain (I wonder why that is that some people experience severe burning)"


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


"I developed anxiety very fast and didn't know what it was until one day when my heart was beating out of my chest and I started worrying about my life changes. Went to ER twice in a month thought I was going to have a heart attack. I am 25 and I never knew anxiety can be this bad. I started taking Ativan and it's been 4 months now. I started with 2 a day and now I'm taking one a day. It's a great pill not many side effects, a bit disoriented sometimes but I can sleep better and eat more. I am planning on staying on it until my life gets back on track and once everything settles down I will get off of it. Anxiety is a hard thing to deal with on your own. Only if you have it you understand."


"I forgot to add that while I was on this pill, during the second month that I was taking it, for the two weeks that I was tapering off the active pills and going into the sugar pills, I felt so incredibly disturbed and crazy. I started feeling extremely anxious and like I was going to die. I also had thoughts of killing myself during those two weeks. I've noticed this on the NuvaRing too, which makes me think I'm really sensitive to estrogen. If you have depression and anxiety I really don't recommend this pill because in my own experience, already knowing I have it, it made life a living hell during the last two weeks. I'm going to see if switching to a no-estrogen pill will work or possibly try an IUD."


"I had the Mirena IUD inserted January 2016 due to heavy periods.  With the IUD my periods were lighter but lasted 2 weeks.  My moods changed severely and I had cramping everyday during my 2 week periods.  I have developed acne cyst on my face, sex had become painful and I began to bleed after sex.  I had become miserable.  Four days ago I had my IUD removed.  The string had coiled and my doctor had great difficulty getting it out.  Since its removal, I started with very light spotting.  I am in day four and I have heavy bleeding and I am passing HUGE clots.  I am experiencing gushing which causes me to fill up pads within and hour. I'm dizzy, have no energy, bloated and a constant headache.  NEVER AGAIN!!!"


"I was diagnosed with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis four years ago. The doctor told me to take hydroxychoroquine and told me to stick to that medicine or my lupus would return. Ever since then I have been doing great. I do have a few side affects but none of that matters to me because I got my childhood back.

- Angel Aguillon 14yrs old

    04/08/15"


"Made me feel like a zombie..Foggy feeling in head.  Not good for the sex life.    Sleepy all day long; couldn't get out of bed.  I woke up just to eat and went back to bed.   Stopped after 6 weeks.; switched to Wellbutrin with good results."


"I posted earlier when I started and now it's been about 6 months so thought I'd update. After 3 months the non stop bleeding and spotting did stop. I have gained some weight but nothing that isn't manageable. Also the bleeding during sex. My period hasn't stopped tho, and I get it monthly usually with in the same week. Usually a few days later than the last. The biggest symptom I have had though is that my boobs two weeks after my period will hurt so bad. So bad and last till my period comes. Doc recommended small dose of evening primrose, of sodium tablets. Might give it a try. If you can stick out and your body isn't telling you to give up after 3 months it does get a little better. Least for me...."


"I've been taking this med for 3 months for severe anxiety. Every night I have a complete mental breakdown for at least the past 2 months while trying to go to sleep. I've slightly lost feeling in parts of my face, my speech is slurred , and I can't think. Before taking this medication I lived a very active lifestyle and now I have no motivation to do anything. I don't even leave my house unless I have to. To top that all off I'm severely depressed . Don't take this medication for anxiety."


"Am now on day four, with absolutely no side effects... guess I'm a fortunate one. I have H. pylori, but have been asymptomatic, so don't know yet if it's working... will have to see how the post-medication test turns out."


"I was prescribed Nucynta 100mg IR and 150mg ER.  I have been taking Oxycodone 10mg and tramadol for break through pain.  I was on Percocet but developed resistance, and then my PM doctor added the Nucynta. Nucynta is EXCELLENT as it took most of my pain away. Bad part of it is that the Nucynta made me nauseous, gave me headaches and made me feel wired.  I also experienced palpitations and anxiety. Nucynta worked really well, its just the side effects outweighed the pain relief.  Anyone else have the same reactions?"


"It is awfully hard to open up the package containing the pills for me. I think Aubagio has helped my symptoms and other than thinning my hair a little no other side effects or relapses noted. Is there a way to change the packing to a pill bottle so they are easier to use."


"Been receiving Synvisc injections approximately every 6 months for last 3+ years.  They help tremendously.  There is always a little soreness and swelling of the knee for about a week after injection but then I get 6 months of pain free activity.  That's a pretty good trade-off if you ask me."


"I was having difficulty coping after the death of my husband. Xanax helped me to put everything into perspective which allowed me to face enormous challenges.  I rarely ever felt slow from the low dosage, only calm."


"I bought this product seven years ago when I would sweat profusely .  I cannot wear T-shirts do to sweat stains .  I only use this product seven years ago once for a whole week and I have not sweat since . One of the best things I've ever tried. Highly recommend."


"I'm 17, and this was my second bc that I was put on. My first one made me spot for weeks on end, so I was switched. I started taking this one two months ago and I HATE IT. I am a person that typically has a strong stomach, however this birth control makes me have the worst migraines and I start feeling nauseous everyday around 1pm. Because of this, I have lost 15 pounds which its fine with me, but it's annoying to never have the desire to eat. Other than that, my periods have been on the heavier side, but no mood swings or acne flare ups. Defiantly going to be switched again!!"


"Started on Afrezza 11/15 with an A1C of 7.6! First was one 4 unite 3X's a Day Before Meals! Then Moved 8 Unit 2X's & 12 Unit 1X a Day ALL Before Meals! On 3/16/17 My A1C # drop to 7.2! I then Started the New Titration Pack that allows Inhaling Afrezza Before & After each Meal or Up to 6X's a Day! After Just the First 11Days My A1C # DROP to 6.9! Today, Now 21 Days I Have Been on the New 180 Units Monthly Titration Pack Taking Before & After each Meal My A1C is NOW 6.8 & Dropping with NO SIDE EFFECTS! I Love Life Changing Afrezza Titration Pack! "


"I went to my doctor because I knew I pulled a back muscle. I tend to have issues anyways with the piraformus muscle and that aggravates the sciatica. Lower back pain and gluts tend to be an issue with me. I was getting moderate painful back spasms that felt like random poking with a sharp nail. He prescribed 10mg three times a day for 10 days. After the second day of following the instructions, I was sleeping 14 hours a day. I was a zombie, I couldn't function, and I felt depressed. Why I still rate it at an 8/10 is because it did what it was supposed to. I stopped and only take it once at night around bedtime. If you're skeptical at first taking the med, make sure you have the next day off. Don't drive on this."


"Horrible side effects. I take 12 different medicines each day and when Savella was added the side effects that occurred were--speech impairment, motor skills were dulled, very dulled, just not myself. Couldn't recognize people, couldn't function normally."


"Paxil made me gain 5 lbs.. I noticed most of it was in my abdomen. It also made me very tired. I gained 15 lbs. overall. I was taken off it, but my energy wasn't coming back. It turned out I had a thyroid problem due to my carbamazepine, which controls my epileptic seizures."


"I got on it for my cysts which cause horrible pain and heavy periods. Since taking it the pain hasn't been too bad, and the periods shorter and lighter. My only problem with it is that it made me gain weight to which I have tried everything to lose, but am unsuccessful."


"I have been using guaifenesin as a treatment for the reversal of fibromyalgia symptoms for 4 years. As an RN, I was very skeptical since there aren't any positive studies done for this purpose. I had suffered with fibromyalgia symptoms for 12 years, was nearly bed bound, and was researching electric scooters. After relocating to Hawaii, I met an RN who leads a fibromyalgia support group focusing on utilization of guaifenesin. Having nothing to lose by trying this treatment, and trusting a fellow RN, I began the protocol. 4 years later I'm walking a mile daily, cleaning my own home, engaging in multiple craft activities (ceramics, sewing, painting, and gardening), swimming, and enjoying life again. This has given my life back."


"I started 02/20/17 with a sample from the Dr office. My insurance covered it, but I still have to pay $100 for a month's supply and $30 for the needles. I take the shots at night to reduce the side effects. Only time I feel queasy is the morning after I up my dose. I just upped it to 2.4, next week I'll be on the full dose of 3. I am a lot more tired more often. I sleep great at night. I have been able to skip breakfast and supper and not go to bed hungry. I can't eat as much in one sitting either, I get full a lot quicker. So far I've lost 6lbs, but I think this will work great since I'm not hungry very often. My problem is sweets and I don't crave them anymore. (they still taste good if I eat them!) Will update again."


"Unable to urinate."


"Started out with Zoloft only and that helped - however I was still experiencing racing thoughts and bad sleep. Doctor prescribed Hydroxyzine 25 mg (three times a day as needed). I take 50 mg before bed and absolutely feel wonderful the next day. I wake up early, feel great and can get through the day. Been taking this combo for about 7 months now."


"I've been on Losartan for about 12 months. At first this medicine lowered my BP to about 130/88. Over the 12 month period, my back by my kidney area felt like someone kicked it. Then, I was experiencing major depression off and on for months, nausea, extreme sensitivity to sound that I would startle easy, along with failing memory/concentration as my memory before the Losartan was pretty sharp.  I also found out during that 12 month period that I now have big gallstones and diverticulosis.
These symptoms didn't appear until AFTER I started taking the Losartan daily for 12 months. Now, the Losartan is not working on my BP, so my doctor wants to try another medication on me, with of course more side effects. Not recommended."


"I like the pill now because most of the side effects have gone away. The first month is the hardest though. My body had a very hard time adjusting to the pill and I had insane mood swings. I went from insanely angry, to sad, and depressed, even considering self harm. I do not feel any of those emotions now but if you are someone who is prone to depression try another pill."


"I've been on Copaxone since January 2012. I was diagnosed Dec. 2011. Copaxone has give me energy to do my daily duties. I still have a day or 2 in bed from time to time. The key to Copaxone working is to keep those D3 vitamin levels up. I go to pain management for combination of degeneration & Multiple Sclerosis pain. Family is a comfort & very needed for the emotional comfort of the disease. You have to balance medicine, family, God, love & friends. All of the above is a prescription to help manage MS more comfortably. Hope this will help others. Copaxone has been a real winner for me."


"Within hours Myrbetriq resulted in normal frequency and stream of urine. I expected it would take weeks to works based on product insert. I was on Vesicare but this really works for me!"


"I have been using this for two months now and it is very helpful, a lot better than the albuterol solution I had for my nebulizer. This is wonderful. I can actually catch my breath with this and can walk a lot further using it."


"I got this IUD on June 23 this year so I’ve had it for about 5 months. Insertion was very easy, however, about an hour or so after insertion I had cramps similar to labor pains than period cramps. They came and went for 5 days or so. Advil helped a lot to relieve them. I still occasionally had intense cramps for the first couple of months especially during my period. I also spotted for about 2 1/2 months. All of the negative symptoms resolved by the 3 month mark. Everyone is different but, give it some time to settle in and don’t fear the insertion so much especially if you’ve had a child, it’s a price of cake. If you haven’t had a child it might be a little uncomfortable as the doctor has to use a clamp to open the cervix a bit."


"On Stelara for about 9 months now.  It does work well on reducing my very thick, very stubborn head to toe psoriasis that I've suffered from for nearly 20 years.

The reason I am only giving it a 6 rating is that the manufacturer has totally over rated their product in terms of the length of time it lasts.  For me, this medicine lasts about 4 weeks at best and I need another shot or the psoriasis flares up with the vengeance of a woman scorned.  If I was to wait the suggested 12 weeks the psoriasis becomes worse than before I started.  As a result of this, the price of the medicine should be drastically reduced to better reflect it's true half-life."


"I went through several BP meds.  Some made me sleep all day and others just did not work.  I have two young boys, and I knew I needed something that really worked.  After a year or so of the wrong medicines, my doctor put me on Azor. Like everyone here my improvement was so sudden and so good.  I was immediately back on the top of my game in work and home life.  Like I said, I have two boys - under 6!  I cannot afford to make an early exit from this world. Azor is helping massively.  Now I need to do my part and lose 50 pounds!  Good luck to all. Ask your doctor about this one."


"I have used Trazodone for about a year my dose is around 225mg.  It seems to be one of the few sleep medication that has worked for me.  Most other medications I have been on for sleep have had side effects which often out weighed the benefits.  The only "side effect" of Trazodone I get is sleepiness.  Although I don't see sleepiness as a problem when I am taking it for insomnia.  It also is typically no longer making me sleepy after approximately 8 hours."


"I tried everything. Diet, exercise, teas, fiber supplements, miralax, amitiza (rx). This is the only one that has worked immediately and effectively.  I am out of commission for two hrs after taking which has to be on an empty stomach so I'm only taking on weekends now.  No headaches, nausea, or other I'll effects like when I took amitiza or miralax.  Hope this keeps working long term"


"Started on prednisone about 15 years ago along with 500mg of naproxen 2x daily to control RA.  My dr started weening me off the prednisone a year ago when I had a heart attack and was taken off all nsaids. I was down to 2mg a day when I was hospitalized with gall bladder surgery.

With no help for pain the RA is flared up and I am back on prednisone.

A good med."


"Started taking Victoza on 3rd June, had no side effects, lost 2 stone in weight. Blood sugar down from 20 plus to in the 5 and less, also take metformin SR. 4 tablets a day, also blood pressure down to normal. It's the best thing since sliced bread. Feeling 100% better, the only thing that will send blood sugars up is if I eat apples."


"I was on depo-shot for a little over a year and lets just say it was one of the worst experiences of my life. At the beginning it was good I thought it was the best birth control I've ever been on no periods thought it would  help me a gain a little weight. Boy was a wrong! Whenever I would have sex it felt like I was being ripped open inside. Then my hair started to fall out, my skin started yellowing & since you have to get the shot ever 3 months once the hormones are in you there's no stopping the awful side effects that come with this shot. I started to lose a ton of weight due to depression, acne was awful, & I had a period for 3 months straight. I was only 16 & now I'm infertile! Beware of depo, implant & patch. (Nuva ring n pills recommend)"


"I have been on this only since December 2007, but it has made a difference in my life.  No more swollen ankles, I sleep better at night, and I have more energy.  Works great, with no side effects."


"Immediate - gave relief from throat pain due to tonsillitis."


"I have used Zyrtec for a couple years to reduce my allergy symptoms and avoid asthma flares. I have a dog that causes symptoms if I play too much, or if I touch my eyes. We got a cat about 1 year ago! Zyrtec met the challenge, the cat sometimes sleeps on my pillow. I am still careful about touching my eyes, but Zyrtec has done a great job.  Now that Z is OTC, my doctor switched me to Clarinex, but after a few days I am experiencing symptoms again, swollen lips, eyes, etc.I'm going back to Z!"


"ALERT!!!! I could not be awakened from a deep sleep the second time I took this drug. I realized later, I almost went into a coma! I slept for 13.5 hours, and a friend had to wake me up,pour coffee down me and make me started walking. I did not even hear my dog trying to get me up. It took over 48 hours to recover. I threw all of the samples out!"


"It works.. but my period was all over the place for 3 years. I would have 3 day periods, then spotting, then back on heavy for a day then back off for a week then started all over again. Some months I'll have my period for 5 days, others 2 weeks. By the time the bleeding & brown spotting stop it's time for another cycle. This birth control was pointless for the most part because I couldn't have sex. My appetite was through the roof. And after my 3 year mark I had my period for a full MONTH, with very few spotting days in between. I'm sure it's because my body it's getting back on track. But I've had a period more on this BC then I did with out it. I've gotten pregnant on the mirena, & I didn't like this one. I think done with BC for a while"


"I have been taking Temazepam 30mg nightly for about 7 years. The results have been very good for sleep but I also have a side benefit, the Temazepam also mask my pain from severe neuropathy. I decided to stop taking the drug and did for over 3 weeks with no withdraw issues but the neuropathy came back with a vengeance so I've started using it again."


"I have severe fibromyalgia, severe Crohn's Disease and other conditions associated with these. I've taken pain medicines and Lyrica with little help. I was put on 600 mg of Gabapentin and the results were fantastic. Helped my Crohn's and arthritis also. Very happy."


"I started trazodone 7 years ago. 50 mg at first then reduced to 25mg. It allows me to fall asleep fast and stay asleep. Can not tell if it affects mood. No known side effects."


"Took Cardura for two years the developed ringing in my ears. As soon as I stop taking it it went away. Very good drug for BPH but not worth the ringing in the ears. Waiting for a med that does not have this side effect. MD said all have one side effect or another."


"I LOVE this product! At 1st sign of a belemish or whitehead that is really painful (you know what I'n talking about).  Here's what I did, I put ice on the pimple, to help with pain and swelling and I a put a a thin to moderate layer of PanOxyl Aqua Gel.  Most of the time the pimple went away on its on, or it even "popped" on it's own.  I totally love this stuff.  Anything from PanOxyl family."


"Followed all instruction to the letter. All I got was a bit of a burning sensation in my urethra and a bit of numbness over most of my penis. "


"I have just started started on Lyrica 75 mg. Taking it once in the night. It seems to be working. My pain is down a bit and am able to do a lot more work than before. Also don't get as tired as before. Just got back from visiting turkey and the week I spent there was hectic. Lots and lots of walking. Don't think I would have been able to do it without this medication. I have fibromyalgia since the last 2 and half years and had shyed away from this medication because of the side effects. However I was in so much pain a month ago that I finally decided to give it a try. I don't regret it and am hoping that the effect of the medicine will last. And I'll have a normal life again. "


"I got mine October 18th 2014, six weeks after giving birth. The first few months were hell. Insertion didn't hurt but I was still taking Hydrocodones from my episiotomy so that's probably why. I bled for 4 months straight. Then when my periods came back they lasted two weeks. I lost so much weight, and it wasn't good because I'm underweight. I became so moody and just mean. This is my first birth control, and it could be my body just not reacting wel to hormones. However, a year later and my periods are now 2-3 days and barely anything. I'm happier now and I'm glad I didn't take it out. Everyone's body is different."


"First one worked fine, no periods and no pregnancys! 2nd one fitted!!! OMG I felt like I was losing it! I eventually worked out that my anxiety was linked to it! Had it taken out and ended up having 12 months of counselling. Always been a bit of a worrier but the mirena sent it to a whole new level!! Never again. I now know of 2 other people who experienced similar issues."


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"I messed up my back about 3 months ago and it got so bad that I could hardly walk. My doctor put me on Norco for the pain, but it didn't really help, and flexeril to help me get to sleep without hurting so bad, but instead of helping me get to sleep, it literally kept me up. There were nights that I would lay in bed from 11:30pm until 5:00am and just could not get to sleep. My back stopped me from doing a lot of things I would normally do for over two months, but the pain finally ended about 2 weeks ago."


"I have been taking Xyzal for nearly 1 year now and it truly has been my life saver.  I suffer from extreme seasonal allergies and indoor allergies with all the symptoms; itchy red eyes, itchy ears and feet, sneezing 5  times an hour, congested sinuses, headaches, congestion, hives, and frequent bloody noses.  I tried over-the-counter and prescription drugs for nearly 10 years with no success.  Xyzal has honestly relieved all my symptoms.  I take my dose before bed because it does make me sleepy.  I have no problems making it through my work day.  I do have a little bit of a dry throat side effect, but that is nothing compared to the misery I was in before."


"This implant is evil!! I had it put in September of 2015 and it has been nothing but a headache. For the first month I didn't have any side effects but by the second month my face started breaking out so bad and I haven't had acne since I was about 13. Now my breakouts are starting to spread to my neck and chest! I also didn't have a period for 10 months while on this implant but then the week of my wedding I started my period! Now I have a period every other week. I have also had several pregnancy scares since I have gotten into my second year on this implant. I have had all of the pregnancy symptoms but all the tests came back negative.. I'm hoping to get this implant out soon and get back on the pill."


"32yr old female with copd and asthma. After trying several inhalers Xopenex is the best by far for me. Have experienced no side effects and it significantly opens my airways."


"I started my DEPO shot January 25 2017 which was 2 days after my period ended. My next period was due on the 15th. And I've been bleeding every since. Today makes 21 consecutive days I've been bleeding. It's making me dehydrated and I'm already anemic. I'm supposed to go back in April but they will not be seeing me. I really hope I don't bleed these whole 3 months. This stops me from being intimate with my partner. DO NOT GET THIS SHOT."


"I've been on Yasmin for about 4 months now. I love it, my face has cleared and I get little to no cramps. I used to have 8 day long periods and now they are 4-5 days and are much lighter. My hair doesn't seem thinner and I haven't gained weight. I recommend it."


"I've had yeast infections in the past and just recently, I noticed I had some itching and dryness with white-ish discharge. I decided not to wait until the problem got worse, so I went to the store and bought a Monistat 1. It was the one with the pre-filled applicator. Took it last night at around 10. Throughout the night I could feel that my downstairs was very tender and I couldn't figure out why. At first I thought it was just the medicine working it's magic. WELL, I wake up this morning and grab a mirror out of curiosity and I am completely swollen!! The lips and inside is swollen, and it's all very tender! I'm panicking and have no idea what to do in order to reduce the swelling! If anyone has any advice, it would be greatly appreciated."


"After years of a gambling addiction, with heavy alcohol use I started seeing My Dr wanted to discuss an Antidepressant, I found information on Contrave and approached my Dr with a compromise that I'd try the Antidepressant if he'd prescribe the Contrave, as It had Wellbutrin which was one we had previously discussed. He was reluctant at first as he didn't know about Contrave, but he did want to talk to me my  alcohol use, In talking he told me "Naltrexone" helps with alcohol use, I said that's the other ingredient in Contrave.He ordered the meds separately and they are covered by insurance. Have lost 10# from 272# since 2/2.. and pain & nausea week 2,but was on Antibiotic. Alcohol use decreased, changing my life.. Plan to continue."


"I actually have ADD. This may work for many people, but it gave me bad chest pain."


"I am currently 18 years old, and I was diagnosed with severe anxiety and depression when I was 13 years old, and I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 14. I currently use Vyvanse for my ADHD, and it has improved my life so much. I went from always zoning out and failing classes, to becoming a straight A student again, and I have been able to connect with my family so much more. I also use Prozac for my anxiety, and there does not seem to be any issues with my anxiety flaring up, however there is a noticeable difference when I only use Prozac and not Vyvanse. I also have lost some appetite for eating but I still eat enough to satisfy my body. Sleeping isn't a huge issue, as I usually take it around 6:00am each morning."


"I've used the NuvaRing for 2 years before my husband & I decided to have a child. I have been on it now for a month. I absolutely love this form of birth control! Pros: no need to remember to take it everyday. Easy to use. Just insert it & go. Have never gotten pregnant on it. I haven't had any issues with it coming out at all. Periods are less painful.

 Cons: low...very low sex drive, which is starting to become a slight issue. Headaches. I've been more tired lately than usual.

There are more pros than cons, so I'm planning on sticking with it. So far this is my favorite method & I will not use any other kind!!! (Besides condoms)"


"I have blockages that develop over time high up in my intestine, very bad and bothersome. This product has done more for me then all the rest together. I will miss it. I hope the claims against it are found to be exaggerated and can hardly wait to use it again."


"Helps cut down on mood swings and hot flashes. Higher dose pills may make symptoms worse."


"At the end, I was drinking a fifth of vodka daily, sometimes more.  Was pretty excited about the Sinclair Method using Naltrexone, but it didn't work for me as it did for others.  Two trips to the psych ed with debilitating depression fuelled by alcohol, one inpatient stint and one rehab later, my psychiatrist prescribed Campral.  I'm two weeks in and the worst "craving" was thinking about drinking prior to the holiday weekend.  I used my other supports and didn't drink.

I also take gabapentin 600mg three times daily and Zoloft 200mg nightly to help with anxiety and depression.

(This rating would be a 10, but I've had diarrhea for a few days after upping my dose to 666mg 3x/day.)"


"Taking Lyrica for spinal cord injury. Started with 75 mg daily. Seem to stop the severe burning in my feet but I have memory problems with blurred vision. Dr. has upped the meds to 150 mg 2X daily not sure how I'm going to react to that.   I'll report back in a week or two if I have a brain left"


"I chose Copaxone because of the liver problems that people have from the oral medication.  I have been on Copaxone for 2 months now.  I have had site reactions like swelling, redness and itching.  I have started using the heat before and a cold pack after my injection which has helped.  Recently, I have had some problems with numbness in my right side from under my arm down to my toes and a burning sensation from my calf down to my toes. It is probably a flare up. I will stay on the injections until my neuro tells me to stop.  Shared Solutions is great and they are very helpful."


"I am 15 and I have had migranes ever since I can remember, but when I was around 13 it got to the point where I couldn't do anything in any of my classes because I got around 15 a day. So I stated taking amitriplynine and now I only get around 1 or 2 a week, it is a process on what the right dosage is, but it has helped me so much."


"Tried a lot of medicines but this one is good with no side effects."


"I have taken many muscle relaxers over the years. After reading some of these reviews I thought I would share my experience.

I suffer from fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, myofacial pain with trigger points...I think you get my drift.

This has been the only muscle relaxer I have not become immune to and that works for me well. I generally have major side effects from medication, but I do not feel anything has been noteworthy with this muscle relaxer.

My suggestion would be talk to your doctor, give it a try. ANY medication can have adverse effects or not work for you. Each person is different. If people are taking other medication in conjunction to this then it may effect them differently."


"Best birth control ever. My doctor prescribed this to me because of heavy bleeding but I was more interested in the birth control portion of it. I've been on it for 3 months now, the first month and a half, I did break out a little. No more than a pimple or two here or there (I had easy skin to begin with), and only had headaches and nausea the first week or so. No problems with weight gain AT ALL. I'm a fitness freak, so beginning this drug actually worried me. I stand corrected, if anything my six pack is far more visible than it was prior to taking syronx. Did its job as birth control pretty well, but I still try to use duo protection. Overall pleased, thanks tricare."


"If taken at the start of a migraine this medicine works wonders . There are side effects such as dry mouth, tiredness, and joint aches. But as anyone who has migraines know that is a small price to pay for relief from the migraine itself."


"I've been on the patch for a month now. So far so good. My breasts look great I've even have a butt now which I'm happy about it. My only complaint is that the first day putting it on it itches. I have a lot of sex drive. Loving the patch so far."


"This product is horrible, it made me not be able to breath through my nose whatsoever, and stopped up my ears. The other brand works amazingly compared to this crap."


"This was very simple to use.  I thought it would be great.  My 3 year old has vomiting as a side effect. My 6 year old and I seem to have no side effects."


"My doctor prescribed Nucynta about a month ago. At first I didn't notice a change to my sciatic nerve pain. He explained that the drug will improve the longer I continue on it. He was right and now I am feeling so much better. Just came back from a walk. I wish all of you a pain free life!!"


"I do not like this drug!  it gives me an upset stomach, dry mouth, gaining even more weight, makes me feel like I'm about to barf sometimes, I get double vision, dizziness, and even blurred vision.  My doctor thought it was such a wonderful idea, and I have told her about my reactions to this medication, but she still thinks its a great medication.  I wish she were in my shoes!"


"I have been taking a combination of 2mg Xanax 3 times a day, 2mg extended release Xanax once daily, and 3mg klonopin twice daily. I have found that this combination of medications and Xanax itself has helped me get my mind back on the things that matter in my life. Get over my fears and make an enormous amount of friends in my life. Although the only problem is that my doctor now tells me after 18 months of taking this dose that he thinks the Depakote (1000mg) a day is helping me and that he is going to start taking me off the benzodiazapines. I tried to see if I would be able to get off of them and live normally, I found myself worse than before the medication with severe withdrawal symptoms. "


"Had taken 150 mg twice a day, had a very difficult time swallowing while eating, literally had to cut my food into tiny pieces.  This mellowed after 8 days, still always had to have a glass of liquid when eating.  Went to 150 mg. twice a day. Taking it with Neurontin, it did relieve my pain for 30 min. in the morning, not every day, but it was better than continuous pain."


"It did not work at all. One hour and a half later I was able to pass it but with nothing else. Very confusing as I have used before about a year ago and it worked great."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"I'm down to my last glass of this stuff and all I can really say is it's not for me. Every single glass of this has made me vomit 20-30 minutes after drinking. Enough of it has gone down so that it's working, so every time I vomit, liquid is also coming out of the other end. It's really awful. The vomiting is incredibly violent and there is little warning before it happens."


"This pill is great! Easy to take and has a nice minty flavor. The only side effect I've had is light spotting here and there, but it's a very very minor inconvenience compared to all the positive things. I've experienced no weight gain or acne, or anything like that. My periods are light, which is great. Still have cramps sometimes, but they're not as bad as they used to be. Sometimes I miss my period, but it's completely normal while on this pill. Had a chat with my doctor about it. And best of all, I'm not pregnant! I would recommend this to anyone, whether you are using at as birth control or to help improve your periods. Details about me: 20 years old, no children, non smoker. I also have PCOS, and it's definitely helped my symptoms."


"I was prescribed Bactrim for a skin infection and took one pill.  Within less than an hour I was vomiting, shaking, sweating, and had severe diarrhea. I was literally unable to do anything but lay in bed with frequent bathroom trips for the next 24 hours.  It was horrible.  Never again."


"Klonopin works WAY better for me, and with little to no side effects, unlike Requip or Mirapex."


"My doctor placed me on this medicine to reduce my sugar levels. In just 10 days my blood sugars are down on average 45-50 points --I have not seen numbers like this in 15+ years. Additionally I am down 5 lbs and still on a low dose."


"My partner and I had an accident and the condom came off, I was 10 days into my cycle and had a high chance of pregnancy. I took plan b about 16 hours after the incident. For the first two days I had some painful cramping and fatigue, but nothing too severe. I got my period 1-2 days early and couldn't be more pleased with how this works.

When I first took the medication I obsessively googled people's experiences taking it so I wanted to add one more positive story into the mix. If you take it in good time, it works, try not to stress too much!"


"I have been very pleased with the effectiveness of Benicar 20mg. I started out taking Benicar 20/12.5mg and the 12.5 HCTZ caused dizziness and light-headedness after several days of use. So I requested the plain Benicar 20mg
without the HCTZ diuretic and I have felt much better, no problems at all. My blood pressure has stayed at 120/78, and often it is even lower. I take it once daily and go about my normal routine."


"Best decision I have ever made. Been on 40 mgs for about a week and a half and I already feel better, don't even want the other drugs I was doing, pretty much anything short of a needle. I have more energy and I am already starting to feel like myself again. Just my experience, I know everyone is different. I give 8 out of 10 effectiveness."


"I've had a stomach disorder for two months. After several trips to the doc someone finally gave me this. I have had no side effects other then breathing heavy a little. But it rid me of what ever bacteria I had causing severe intestinal pain and massively messed up bowels. This helped in the first day. I was exposed to stagnant water. But it does say not work for some people. I would say if you had negative effects stop taking it. But it does work in the right situation.  I can't believe I can eat food again."


"I've been on Vestura for a little over 6 months. I went on it because I had irregular periods and bad acne, especially on my back and chest. My periods are no longer irregular and are much lighter too. I would say that my acne is about 90% clearer now; my chest and back acne is basically gone, but I've been noticing some breakouts on my face lately. I haven't noticed any major mood swings or changes in my mood. However, I do think that my appetite has changed while on this pill. The past few months I've noticed that foods that I used to eat regularly, normally for breakfast or lunch, now seem like the least appetizing things in the world."


"I've been in this shot for 5 months. First 3 months I was always spotting & I was always angry. I always had acne but this shot made it worse. I started having nightmares and my anxiety was worse but I still decided to go on with my 2nd. Once I got my 2nd shot the bleeding went away, most of the side effects went away except for my acne it got worse. My skin hasn't been this bad in years! & my hair is falling out like crazy I'm afraid to even brush it. My sex drive also completely went away. I also started bleeding again this while on this and ever since I started bleeding again.im severely depressed. I don't know how to shake this feeling off. If you have a history of acne & depression pls don't get this shot. It will bring everything back"


"Seretine saved my life .. I'm now on 150mg
And feeling fine"


"I started taking Lexapro 10 mg about to months ago and felt great well my insurance would not cover the Lexapro no more so I got switched to Celexa. WEll I have been on it for two days and it has made me so mean. I am not liking this at all. Anything makes me irritable so I called my MD and am waiting on a phone call back."


"Had propofol for colonoscopy. I have had many colonoscopies as I have Crohn's and was always in significant pain on sedatives. This time I was out like a light and woke up feeling very peaceful. No longer will I dread colonoscopies."


"Have been on several antidepressants and this one seemed to be the first to work well. Only side effect was nausea but only lasted a week or two."


"My 9 year old son was put on a low dosage (0.25mg twice daily) to try and help aggression. He has been diagnosed with Aspergers. Unfortunatly he was sensitive to the drug and had a bad dystonic reaction. Hands went into spasms with Parkinsons type symptoms."


"This drug made me psycho. It effected my relationship, which was really hard. It doesn’t give me tons of little zits, but a couple large ones that take over my face that I have never really gotten before. If you don’t take it around the same time every day you spot (at least for me I did). But I think overall the worst part was how it made me feel. I’m sure it did it’s job but I have always been an upbeat, happy person! This made me feel depression and anxiety which was new to me. I just sob for no reason. My therapy was a hot bath. Works every time."


"My mother was given dronabinol almost 3 weeks ago before starting chemo. She was so weak from not eating much in 3 months. I ask the doctor to start her on it a few days before she started chemo to see if it helped her to eat. I was afraid she wouldn't make it through chemo because she was already so weak. Monday will be her third week. So far she has not been sick, not one day and she has also gained 5 lbs. Thanks to God and my mothers miracle pill I really believe she will be able to beat this thing. I just wish it wasn't so hard to get insurance companies to pay for this."


"My son is 15 and was diagnosed with ADHD and Bipolar Disorder when he was 4.  We have tried many medications but the one to gave the most focus and changed his quality of life has been Adderall XR.  We immediately notice his lack of focus and hyperactivity level changes if he is late taking his medicines."


"This medication has lowered my blood pressure quite well. If fact, I have been able to use the half dose, under my doctor's recommendation quite effectively with no side effects."


"Treated with Coumadin for 3 years.  Stopped Coumadin 2 days ago. Started Xarelto last night 20 mg once a day.  Maybe it is the excitement of being off Coumadin, but today is the first day I feel normal.  No headache, No light headedness, No Fuzzy head, was not tired in the middle of the day.  Coumadin really made me feel different.  I thought it was just getting old.  Also my eyes feel clear now.  First thing I did last night was drink two glasses of cranberry juice. It was great. For lunch spinach in my sandwich.  Wonderful. Looking forward to not seeing my doctor to draw blood every month.  Might even get back into some low impact sports in the afternoon before dinner.  "


"I got the paraguard inserted roughly three months ago. For most of my teenage years / beginning of my twenties I was on the demo shot. Little did I know, it made me SEVERELY depressed. I've been SO scared of putting hormones back into my body ever since the demo shot. SO, I decided to go with the paraguard IUD. It truly felt like the best option for me. However, it's been three months of NON stop heavy bleeding. Sure, we all know that bleeding is just a symptom of periods. I am constantly bloated, lathargic and irritable. I personally can not tolerate it any longer and am getting it removed."


"I actually don't know how long I was on Tanzeum, but it was 6mos-1year. Insurance stopped covering and it wasn't quite doing what it needed to for my blood sugar. I had some stuff going on that I am not positive was related to the Tanzeum (like joint pain) but it is worth mentioning because I see some other people saying they know that their joint pain was a side effect. However, I am happy to report that I didn't have any notable side effects or injection site reaction etc. This needle is so tiny that it does not hurt like Bydureon's big needle."


"I did a review on Xulane 8 months ago. I was taking the Ortho Evra patch and had to switch to Xulane due to it being discontinued. When I did my review, I was on the patch for 1 month. The patch is still very convenient. Increase is sex drive, no vaginal dryness, and light periods - no cramping. I am starting to get headaches for the past month. Seeing its a side effect of this medication (never got them before ) hoping they go away. Other than that, no complaints."


"Geodon has caused me to be very hostile."


"Take one 50mg at bedtime for sleep. Helps me to sleep. If I take 100mg the next day I'm dizzy and groggy. 50mg is good for me."


"Well low and behold I took the MC around 11pm it is now 2:30am and I'm on the pot just pooping away :) my stomach still is a bit uncomfortable but I feel better :) I drank about 3/4 of a 10oz bottle! Highly suggest this for anyone who is constipated"


"I've been this medicine for 8 yrs and now I'm experiencing severe debilitating joint pain. It feels like gout.  I am also wheezing now.  I'm ready to get off of it and try something else."


"At first I liked it but over time I noticed my hair thinning and severe depression. My acne got better but overall not worth it. Also the longer I am on it the more I experience yeast infections."


"Took for c. diff. infection; on 500mg/3x daily for 10 days. Close to 30 weeks pregnant. Horrible side effects from taking the medicine, such as: extreme fatigue, dizziness (obviously steered clear of driving), heart palpitations, and an increase in mood swings/depression. Heard many others had issues on Flygyl as well. Did clear up c. diff. infection though."


"I have been using Victoza now for two years. I lost two stone and my blood sugars are stable now. Wonder medicine!"


"I've been on this pill for nearly a year now and for the past three months I have been having weird bleeding. When it first started I bleed for 11 days before getting my same 4 day heavy period. I have break through bleeding all the time which is really worrying. Even though I'm not ovulatin I still track my period and it freaks me out. I've lost like 10 pounds and I can't gain wait. Other than these issued it's ok. Has anyone else experienced break through bleeding a year later?"


"I am compelled to share my experience with you. I suffered from a severe back injury years ago.I was prescribed 80mg per day of Methadone, 90mg per day of Oxycodone, for the first 6 months I thought this is my only way to get through each day, but then my need grew, I was burning through my meds and buying pills off the street. I was using everything from diladid to methadone, to oxycodone, lortabs,, percocets, morphine, fentanyl, you name it, I was using it, I became so addicted to opiates that I was on the verge of losing everything. I'm a single dad and I was ruining my family's life. I found a suboxone doctor and he prescribed 8mg per day and it not only treated my pain but saved my life. I am off of the opiates and I have my life back."


"I tried and tried the AA way and it just didn't work. I was told over and over to attempt treatment and I did, four times.  Treatment is extremely overrated.  I finally took it upon myself to investigate other options and discovered acamprosate and naltrexone.  I am now 5 months without drinking and am so, so happy.  I have regular counselling and discovered that AA cannot address the underlying reasons why a person drinks...in my case, PTSD.  AA made me feel like a huge failure.  I am aggravated that over a one year period no one even thought to offer me the option to take these meds.  I am on a mission now to share my successful experience with these drugs with others."


"After three weeks of antibiotic for an upper respiratory infection I developed a yeast infection.  My doctor prescribed Fluconazole 100 mg and Monistat 7.  The burning from the cream vaginally I thought was part of the curing process.  After 3 days I had burning so bad I stopped using it.  Now after 3 doses of Flucon. and trying Monistat periodically again burning like fire ants in my crotch I am returning to my Doc screaming!!!  No Monistat will ever be used again by me"


"Good"


"Since 11 years old I have had mild acne that would flare up pretty bad at times - mainly around my mouth, chin and forehead with break outs on chest and back. Now aged 26 I have been on accutane for nearly two months now.(30mg for 1st month and then 60mg for the 2nd) After the first month my acne had pretty much cleared and now after the 2nd my skin is looking great.

The side effects have been minimal, I have had dry lips and I haven't been able to go to the gym as much. Apart from that I have been good all round! I take the medication with an oily fish lunch and glass of milk everyday - which I think helps reduce the side effects. I would highly recommend, this is the first time I have had clear skin in around 15 years!!"


"Did not experience much drop in my 'over activity' ... from 16 to 13 x a day.  Worst was the patch cause large red mark on skin that stayed for days and itched."


"I had Paraguard inserted approximately ten months ago. I had been on the birth control pill for ten years or so, but was unable to continue taking hormonal birth control due to issues with migraine headaches and the potential for stroke. This left me with Paraguard as the ONLY birth control option for me. Insertion took only a few minutes but was intense. I have never had painful cramping or heavy periods, and the insertion cramps felt like they could have been real contractions. This pain lasted about a day and returned in time for my next period. I have never felt pain like this before. I am almost a year into having this IUD, and the pain is only just NOW getting slightly better. Still require heavy duty pain medication to get through it"


"I'm pregnant so I'm gonna say it didn't work."


"Horrible!!! I decided to give this a try but in the first month I gained 10 lbs, my apetite increased so much. I couldn't control myself it was worse than the munchies(420) my husband and I started having issues bc I was never in the mood for sex and I mean NEVER. Horrible horrible horrible. Mood swings,I would get really sad out of no where pretty depressing. I was very negative started losing confidence which is not me. Only good thing this pill did was give me super clear skin. Today is 1 month and 1 week i am not taking it anymore!!!"


"Was put on nucynta 100 mg every six hours for a two week trial  after 60 mg of morphine long term use and tolerance. I have had major hot flashes, headaches, nausea   At first I thought maybe the conversation wasn't done correctly but this medicine just flat out does not work for me at all. I woke up with night sweats, had to go to the bathroom and couldn't go. I'd rather go back on the morphine and adjust the dosage up. They can have this drug."


"I have been taking this medication for about 8 months.  My skip beats have been significantly reduced.  I have not had any fainting spells, and my quality of life has also improved tenfold.  My cardio just cut my dose in half because of my kidneys I think.  I just hope they don't take me off of it, it has made such a big difference in my life."


"I started to take Prozac several months back to get off Effexor. It really made that transition smooth. I take 20mg every other day. I find it helps with Anxiety but, not enough to wean off Klonopin.  I know I'm normally over social and Prozac makes me anti-social. I don't mind because I'm only anti-social with people I don't need to be associated with. I believe my ability to orgasm has improved from Effexor to Prozac. I tend to sleep more than I should, but it's better than tossing and turning. My motivation is at an all time low right now, I don't know if it's the Prozac or work. I gained weight initially,  but it's coming off slowly and evening out. I would recommend Prozac,  it's not as feeling/responsibility numbing as others meds."


"Okay so this morning I found out I have chlamydia,  well I got the powder medication,  one dose, I ate before taking it and took it with 2. Ounces of water like directed, well 2 minutes after taking it I had like projectile vomit, I am really concerned cause I think I threw it all back up, so I'm going to call and talk to my doctor about it in the morning."


"DON'T GET THE MIRENA IUD. I wanted to love the Mirena, I really did. I'm 23, no kids & wanted a low maintaince birth control. Insertion & initial cramping were pretty bad but thats normal. I liked my IUD for the first year or so. Didn't gain weight like I did on the pill & no real side effects. But my love for the IUD turned to hatred when I discovered it had given me an OVARIAN CYST. I started having an excruciating pain deep in my abdomen. The pain was right next to my hip bone and was unlike ANY pain I've ever had. It would radiate down my leg & up my back. Some days I couldn't even stand up or go to work. Finally got an ultrasound and discovered it was a cyst so now its out and I feel SO much better. Please don't get the Mirena!!"


"The medication effected my appetite and I was free of ongoing hunger pangs. I have lost 40 lbs and am maintaining it. I wish it was not as expensive as it is. My health and energy level have improved, far outweighing periodic nausea and constipation issues."


"I've been taking 15 mg for almost 3 weeks now for social anxiety and depression. The sleepy side effects wore off after maybe 3 days and now there are no side effects. I don't get the weight gain although I would agree with the late night hunger, and it helps me sleep. No sexual side effects which is great. As far as helping with my anxiety and depression I would say so far it's helped me enough. My expectations were too high. It has made me more awake and alive now and not worry as much as I used to when involved in social conversation with others. "


"I had tried Lidoderm and had fair to good results.  I was reluctant to try the Flector because of the cost.  My insurance did not cover them.   In an impulsive act due to frustration with pain, I got the script filled.  Within 2 hours I noticed that the severe pain in my knee was almost gone, and I slept very well through the night.  These are a miracle and work as well as or better than any systemic medicine including narcotics.  They really do work.  "


"I was prescribed Tramadol 50mg, along with Gabapentin 300mg  and Baclofen 10 mg in October, 2016 due to acute back pain from my L5-S1 impinging on my spinal cord. I had a laminectomy on December 22, 2017. Due to the bad side effects of Gabapentin, I decided to stop taking it in March, 2017. I also stopped taking the Baclofen at the same time.

I have continued to take the Tramadol 4x day. I have had no side effects from the Tramadol as far as I can tell. I am taking the original amount I was prescribed 10 months ago and it is working quite well relieving my chronic pain. I have interstitial cystitis, vulvodynia, osteoarthritis as well as lumbar pain from my L4-L5 herniated disks. I appreciate the pain relief I get. I am 69 years old."


"I have been using sertraline for about 3 months now. I was worried about the side effects of the medication, but I am really pleased with the results. I started on 25 mg and then increased the dose to 50mg after 1 month. This drug has been phenomenal for me. I am a 25 year old female who suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression and anxiety. I was worried about weight gain, but I have actually lost weight while on this medicine. My mood is much more stable and predictable, I don't cry or feel down like I used too. Consulting with a doctor and trying an anti-depressant is truly one of the best decisions I've made."


"Before taking Lexapro I would be very uncomfortable around  people and I would become depressed because I continued to deal with mild obsessive compulsive disorder.  My job is also very stressful as I am a manager at an entertainment business and would obsess over my job so I would not miss any details.  I had no time for life outside of work because I would obsess over my job and "worse case scenario".  I am a 26 year old and when I was younger, around 17,  doctors would treat me with all types of depressive medications.  With negative outcomes, I decided young that I would not take any more medications and "toughen" it out.   NOW with events leading up to me taking Lexapro, I am a new person and I don't worry about little things any more.  The OCD is GONE!"


"I had kidney stones and a severe kidney, and UTI infection, I was prescribed this medication in the hospital.  The infections cleared up however I had a horrific reaction of severe burning of my hands and feet!  Do not go in the sun at all while on this medication.  My hands and feet are blistering and peeling badly.  I don't recommend this medication.  Ask your doctor for another antibiotic."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"This is the best prenatal pill I have ever taken.  It is great for promoting hair growth for you and your baby.  I didn't have any heartburn while taking this particular one.   Can be taken on empty stomach day or night.  I have taken this throughout two pregnancies and overall healthy babies..."


"I had a minor procedure done to remove a piece of food that stuck in my throat. I also am on the fentanyl patch for the last 10 yrs for my constant pain. After about 2-3 minutes the first shot didn't have any effect on me. I was not sleepy at all. To make a long story short because of my pain management medicines they had to give me 4 shots to put me under."


"I recently pulled a lower back muscle trying to put a generator onto a cart at Lowes.  The pain was not too bad so I carried on and tried to work through the pain (I have pulled it before) well that was a week ago.  Yesterday I went to the gym to sit in the Sauna to help loosen it up, which it did but while walking out I stumbled and my back locked up.  The spasm was bad.  I managed to get home and I was able to stretch out, but this morning I started getting lower back spasms something fierce.  I was unable to move without a spasm. Well right now,  still on bed, but I am taking Vicodin (pain) and flexeril (muscle relaxer) I hope to be up soon.  Thank you all for your posts. They helped me get through this nightmare."


"I got immediate improvement switching from omeprazole 20mg and 40mg to prevacid 30mg for my long term struggle with severe acid reflux. I still occasionally supplement with a Pepcid Complete at bedtime, but overall I'm much better."


"I use Voltaren Gel for shin splints. I experienced extreme pain from shin splints everytime I run for a few days in a row. This problem has been going on for the last 12 years. If I push through with the pain for a couple of weeks it will get so bad that I won%u2019t be able to walk for a couple of days. Ever since my first year of track I haven%u2019t been able to run competitively. About six months ago as I was walking out of the doctor%u2019s office a sales rep came in with Voltaren Gel. The doctor stopped me to gave me the sample tube. With that tube I was able to train for a 5k race and come in 3rd. In a week from now I will be running a marathon. The gel has changed my life because it has brought relief to my legs."


"I have to say I'm shocked at the number of reviews from people just a few weeks out from their injections complaining of having to self-Cath or peeing more often. Did you not read any of the literature on this procedure? Did your doctor not explain what the Botox was doing to/for you? You are paralyzing your bladder muscles, i.e. they may not work at all or very well after, causing retention. This is why the literature states that if you are not prepared/willing to Cath after, don't do it! An organ is being stuck over and over with needles - don't you think that organ may be a little upset initially and freak out a bit with spasms (causing more frequent urination in some) until it has a chance to calm down?"


"I think the Dulcolax suppositorys are horrible. That cause the worst pain in lower stomach, it's the longest time sitting on the toilet... Usually I would use Fleet Enema. Which is great. Painful but well worth it.... Use the liquid Enema. I'll never use this again. The enema is like $3 for a 2-pack this stuff is $10 for a five-pack of suppositories. This is crazy"


"I have a herniated L5 degenerative disc disease and arthritis when this flares up I can barely walk! I will go to the ER and get the Toradol shot and within 24 hours I am good and it lasts me for at least 3 months!"


"I started nuvigil a week ago and I feel much better. I don't feel so exhausted and run down and I don't have to take naps. I am sleepingredients 8 hours at night and am awake an average of 5 hours more each day vrs days when I dont take my medication. In other words life changing for mw"


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"At age 79 and put on Eliquis 5 days ago--I have had such bad dizziness and nausea--and because of Meniere's also, the ears ringing has been awful and added to all this.
I have chronic a-fib and have two cardio-versions. I was previously on 2 baby aspirin daily. Couldn't tolerate either of the other newer meds either.
Everything seems to increase my dizziness due to Meniere's and adds to nausea and even confusion and etc. So--I just told my doctor--no more of this drug. I want to stay with the 2 baby aspirin daily. No history of stroke in my family--nor have I had any. I just don't do meds well 'at all'."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I have a colonoscopy tomorrow.  This is by far the worst tasting prep I have ever used.  I started at 5pm.  It started working while I was on my 2nd 16 oz. of water. I have to take another dose at midnight. I’m not happy about that.  I just hope I can get it down.  I felt extremely nauseous.  Not sure how long I will be in here.  I’m hoping to get some sleep before my midnight dose"


"This has a shelf life of about 4 times the tablets. I had the tablets and they loose their effectiveness after about 6 months, but the nitrolingual spray has lasted for about 2 years."


"This works wonders for my insomia! Initially, Ambien was prescribed to me but it gave me the worst headache. With Restoril, I get at least 6 hours of sleep."


"Taken 22 hours after our "experience." There was genital rubbing very close to my vaginal opening and I was scared of precum. I just finished my period, about 3 days prior (most fertile week) and I'm irregular. So I took the pill and about 6 days later I bled again, pretty heavy like a period for about 3 days. I had one sided cramps for weeks and had heavy white discharge which had me thinking I was pregnant. The internet does that to you, don't psych yourself out. I took 2 home pregnancy tests, one when my period was 3 days late, and the other 7 days late(both -) Finally I got my period, 9 days late, brown at first and regular the next day. Girls I was stressing myself out, and easier said than done, don't stress!! Good luck!"


"I am 1/2 way thru my 12 weeks. The side effects I've had are , headaches almost daily mainly in the evening. Most of my joints have discomfort/pain in my upper body. These issues are tolerable by all means. I do get exhausted easily. I did my first blood test last week and it appears that the virus is gone. I am getting anemia according to the test as well. So far none of these side effects are horrible just annoying. Keeping the prayers going for us. Will update more later."


"I was put on this for a while.  It made me very depressed, anxious and withdrawn.  It was only when my friends told me how bad I was that I realised I was having a real "breakdown" on it.  I went to see my doctor who changed me to Sertraline which suits me a lot better.  I was depressed before I took Duloxetine but I went in to a very dark place that I had trouble getting out off.  We are all different and different medication suit different people."


"Ritali doesn't work for me but Concerta does. My dosage is 72 mg of Concerta. 200 mg of Seroquel and 20 mg of Ritalin."


"I have been on Depakote for 10 years. I can tell that it does calm me down. As most people are saying in this forum it does make me very tired. The symptoms that I have had for 10 years are extra sweating, (it seems to be coming from my scalp and down my face). Weight gain that I can't seem to lose, and I'm wondering if anyone else has a ringing or drumming in one or both ears. I've been to many Doctors just about my ear but they can't find anything wrong. "


"We had unprotected sex and he STRAIGHT UP ejaculated in me between 12/16 and 12/17 at midnight. No condom. This was ONE DAY BEFORE OVULATION, so I was very fertile and I wasn't even sure if I had ovulated or not. He didn't tell me until an hour later so I FREAKED out and drove to my nearest 24-hour pharm and took Plan B within two hours.

I didn't have any side effects besides a 5lb weight gain, so I was scared it didn't work. I spent two long weeks worrying.. the only thing that gave me solace was reading reviews. But on 2/2, my period came just on time! Not sure if it was the pill as my chances of pregnancy would still be 30% without it, but I'm leaving this for you ladies hoping it'll give you some sanity"


"I started taking Cymbalta about one month ago. Initially the dose was 30mg for 2 weeks and 60mg following. I cannot believe how well this has helped me. I suffered with depression and severe anxiety. I will continue this medication as I understand full benefit may not be reached for several months. Overall I am extremely satisfied with Cymbalta. My only side effects are constipation and decreased appetite which I have resolved with Miralax and eating small meals more often. I also realized the increased taste of salt during my meals which has seemed to decrease more each day."


"For 8 years I was on Aviane. Had horrible cramps, breast soreness awful mood swings, weight gain (at least 5-7lbs), and very odd periods (some would be heavy heavy, then the next month barely anything).
Not too long ago, the pharmacy gave me Lutera instead for no reason. Questioning on how good this was, I was very nervous. My first week on Lutera, I lost those lbs, felt happy (like a weight has been lifted), no cramps! My period was light, short, and cramp free! I had NO MOOD SWINGS.
Then, the next month, back on Aviane...worst breast tenderness I have ever felt within the first few days back on it! Cramps returned. The next month: Lutera.
After that...Aviane.
Now, I've finally on Lutera...for good! This is the best."


"This medicine has changed my life! I feel like I am living life again instead of surviving. I used to wake up every day fearful of everything. It was so bad that I had to take 6 weeks off work. This medicine has changed me. I wake up every morning happy and very energized. I started taking this medicine in April of 2017 and its the best decision I have ever made. I was always skeptical of taking medicine but I am so glad I decided to."


"I am dx'd with bipolar II plus other psych diagnoses and have tried multiple meds since 2004 and all of them caused such horrible side effects that I couldn't take them. Now in 2016 I am willing to try again. I fought my Dr for many years and she insisted that If I would only listen to her that I would feel much better and not have to suffer with my rollercoaster emotions. The down is so bad now that I finally couldn't stand myself any longer so I  told her I'm willing to try Seroquel. I took it for a month only to find out that it causes VERY low libido. I know that sanity is more important than a libido, but come on!!! Isn't there an RX that works like Seroquel without the low libido effect? Help!!! otherwise this medicine is perfect."


"I was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy (Spastic Diplegia), when I was 2. I‘ve been taking Baclofen for 2 years and it’s been helping me tremendously for stiffness of my legs and muscle spasm!"


"Inderal was a miracle medicine for me. It prevented migraines with common triggers. The only migraines it was unable to prevent were those triggered by bad weather and hormones."


"This is definitely the pill for me. I suffer from pretty severe PMDD as a result of low estrogen. I used to spend two weeks out of the month with bad cramps and other PMS symptoms. During my actual period, I was rarely able to get myself out of bed in the morning.

Now, I barely notice cramps at all during my period. I don't have any of my other twenty-something symptoms. My sex drive has increased (I actually have one now!) and my family has commented on the fact that I've been less moody.

As far as complaints:
I have gained a few pounds as a result of food cravings. I'm definitely hungrier more frequently than I used to be. My stomach will growl just two hours after a large meal.

I've definitely responded well to Levora."


"this hurt so bad i literally almost cried"


"My doctor Currently has me on Opana ER 5mg every 12 hours and let me tell you it's a God send. I was taking 4 or 7 Norco 10mg a day every 4 hours because I was always in so much pain now since my doctor switched me from Norco to Opana ER the results have been amazing I no longer have pain constantly and whenever I walk a long way I still sometimes have pain but on a scale of 1-10 the pain is only a 2. I'm so thankful for this medicine because now I'm no longer in pain and another good thing about this medication is I don't have any side effects nor do I get that fuzzy feeling that other opioids give you . I highly recommend anyone who has chronic severe lower back pain to talk with your doctor about switching to Opana ER."


"Commit is the only one that worked for me. I've been smoke-free for 13 years now! It works!!!!"


"I am a 53 year old female.  Fell into a deep depression 1 year ago.  Couldn't sleep, eat, had severe anxiety and almost couldn't function at all.  Feelings of hopelessness, even suicidal at times.  I was frightened.  Psychiatrist tried several medicines.  I am VERY sensitive to medication.  Celebrex, Celexa made me sick.  Tried 5mg of Lexapro.  Felt jittery and a little nauseous but stuck with it.  After 2 weeks, went up to 10 mg.  After 4-5 weeks started to feel normal again.  Side effects got better.  Sex drive is fine and no weight gain.  It's been a year and we are thinking about weaning me off in a couple of months.  I am so happy I stuck with Lexapro.  It saved my life. Don't give up."


"I have been taking this birth control for about 4 years now and I love it! It was my first birth control which I had received free from Planned Parenthood. I have had literally no side effects and my period is perfectly regulated each month. I would recommend this to anyone. Since its low estrogen I did not see increased breast size or decreased acne."


"I started taking this pill over a year ago and nothing has changed hormonally for me. In the mornings if I don't eat at a certain time I do get nauseated and throw up but my cycle has always been on time and consistent. Maybe gained 10 pounds most but with exercise it helps. I have a very sensitive body and this is perfect for me. However it may not work for some people. Worst side effect I've had is not really sleeping might get five to six hours"


"No problems what's so ever.  I bought this before the lady bits got raw and over irritated and inserted it about 2 hours before bed never once felt it or any side effects. Only thing is the next morning you feel a bit sticky!!!!!! "


"Love this stuff.  Week 6.  Transitioned from .75 to 1.5 last injection.  Love the appetite suppression.  After 1 month, A1C went from 9.4 to 7.6.  Expecting to be around 6.5, 30 days from now.  Lost 10 lbs so far (most of it in the last week).  Learning how to eat right with the drug.  Getting used to being happy with small portions.  Anticipation much weight loss.  Again, I love this drug."


"So far after 11 days I am doing well. Started with patch and gum . Patch 21mg and 4mg patch after a week both were just to strong stomach upset did not feel well. Stopped the patch and use gum as needed to curtail desire to smoke I will Win this time I have to quit"


"I was on this medication for a number of years, but I've come off it, because it doesn't help my social anxiety and the side-effects are quite debilitating for me. I have both generalised and social anxiety and though the Lexapro did help me feel generally less anxious, it did not help with the social anxiety. It also made me feel constantly very fatigued. Coming off Lexapro was absolutely horrible and I felt physically and mentally awful. Though it certainly is a good fit for mild to moderate anxiety, I felt like I was trapped on the medication because coming off it even for a day made me physically ill."


"I told my doctor about my symptoms and he told me that my symptoms did not appear in his medical handbook so he disregarded my symptoms completely. He said it was mandatory for him to report any symptom not listed in his book to the proper health authorities to update the handbook. However, he didn't report the side effects that I told him about because it was "too much paperwork." Instead, he tried to convince me that it had nothing to do with Elavil and in a threatening demeanour tried to change my mind about my symptoms so that he would not be forced to do any paperwork. After reading this site on Elavil, I see the symptoms that I told my doctor about. I find that my doctor acted in an unsafe, unprofessional, and negligent manner."


"I've had cystic acne on/off for four years. It would come and go where my skin would be horrible my acne and cysts all over then clear up for a few months. I had a bad breakout and took Doryx which made my acne worse. I switched to bactrim and within 1 month, my breakouts stopped and my larger cysts were going down.

About 3 months later, I'm off and my skin has remained clear (minus very small pimples here and there)."


"Wanted to help anyone that may be going through this stressful time like I did. I am a male, and I had unprotected sex at the beginning of August. I finished inside of her and immediately started to panic. Went strait to the store and bought Plan B for about $50 and gave her the pill about 45 min after incident. Glad to say it worked! She got her period 4 days late, so don't panic if it doesn't come on time. My advice is pray and trust in God to take care of everything! Psalm 34:4-5 and 1 Peter 5:6-7 really helped me through this situation. Good luck and God bless!"


"It's about time that a medicine came out for the treatment of ITP. My mom's waited for over 17 years for a treatment for her ITP. And this medicine looks very promising to help those like my mom who has ITP! I hope that more new medicines for ITP come out soon and hopefully cure IPT once and for all."


"EXPENSIVE! Taste is salty grape disgusting even mixed with gatorade. Sucked on ice cubes in between gulps & sips. Works well. Do liquids only for 2 days before & light food the 3rd day before. Cover your bum with petroleum jelly mixed with Vit A&D BEFORE the prep & reapply as needed/use tucks or baby wipes."


"I have been taking zestoretic 20-25 mg along with norvasc 5 mg for 30 years....brand only as my original doctor prescribed and have never had any more issues with my high blood pressure.  The generics released medication more up front than zestoretic brand and I would wake up with severe headaches.  Zestoretic  along with the norvasc was perfect.  My blood pressure is normal and I have no signs of any side effects after all these years...I am now in my 70's.  I do have to avoid being out in the hot sun for extended periods of time as it does make me a little dizzy, and I have to drink lots of fluids, but a small price to have my blood pressure under complete control."


"I started Implanon about a year ago. Over all i am really pleased with its affects. Some things that i dont really like is i spot here and there ( not to often though ) and the first few months i had it in my arm irritated me really badly. Other then that I have not gained any weight, have had no major mood swings, it almost completelly eliminated my cramps and back pain ( which was very severe before ) and my boyfreind and I are able to have a very good sex life. Its given both of us alot of peace of mind. I excersize and eat healthy on a daily basis, which i believe is one of the reasons why this has worked so well for me. All around i would recommend this birthcontrol, while maintaining a healthy diet and excersize."


"I have Fibromyalgia and compression fractures in my lower back and neck from an automobile accident.  I have tried everything for pain and stiffness.  I changed doctors and she gave me a prescription for Flexeril 10mg to take at bedtime to help me sleep.  For me, this is the best medication I have tried. I had to cut the pills in quarters however because the 10mg was too strong."


"This works well and fast. The biggest problems are that the medicine doesn't last for a long amount of time, and if taken too much the effectiveness will decrease. However, for moderate to severe panic suffers I recommend this highly."


"Helps the panic disorder.  But I  havent slept  in 3 days. Is this medication a stimulate? ?????"


"My dr prescribed me the CONTRAVE to lose weight. I took the first & only pill yesterday. I wound up in the ER from an allergic reaction to this pill. It was the only thing different I had took. 30 min after taking it I was shaking all over inside & out. It felt like my insides were trying to crawl out of my body. I had chills was literally freezing & it was in the low 90s. Very bad headache my tongue swelled up later that nite could hardly talk. Hurt to be touched I couldn't be still I was shaking really bad. The worst experience I've ever had. I literally thought I was going to die."


"Well I have tremors and migraines, so my neurologist gave me 800mg gabapentin and I'm supposed to take 2 x 800mg (1600mg) 3 times a day for my tremors mainly, but a side effect is the absence of migraines."


"Like previous posters, I had focused on negative reviews and was terrified as this was my first prep. At 3pm I took my first dose. I mixed my prep with cold water and refrigerated before taking. I had read the lemon slice trick a few times, so had some on hand. I took it down in three large gulps and didn't have any problems. I drank the next 32 ounces of water with ease. About 30 minutes later was my first movement. That dose had me in and out of the bathroom for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The second dose I repeated at 11pm, same exact thing. I was able to sleep from 1:30am until leaving the house at 6:30am. I worried for nothing. All finished and results were just fine!"


"This is the most effective delivery system yet. In the past I have used 1) Testim - too smelly and left my upper arms full of acne and 2) Striant - somewhat effective but not as efficient in delivering the medicine into the bloodstream. I feel the difference with only 30 mg a day. I think Lilly has a winner here."


"My recommendation is for everyone that has COPD to try it, it has been life changing for me. You will not regret trying this medication. LIFE CHANGING!"


"I had the implanon about 7 years ago and had it taken out after only a year (not the 3 its allowed).  This was a horrible experience for me. I didn't have a period he entire time, I gained almost 50 lbs, had the worst mood swings, I could feel myself becoming angry/crazy even though often times it was not that serious. Everything made me mad, or made me cry-- just horrible. after having it removed, it took almost 2 and a half years to start my period again and another 2 for it to become regular! when I did first get it, I had a period every 4-5 months. Now that it is a bit regular, I still can not seem to get pregnant. worst decision I ever made was getting the implanon. NEVER AGAIN, nor do I recommend to anyone"


"Severe allergic reaction."


"Very satisfied. Does what it claims to do and I don't feel any side effects."


"May 2016, white male 51 yrs old, first gout attack.  I was lifting heavy about 2 weeks ago and I over did red meat, chicken, salmon, two protein shakes per day at 30 grams each, aspirin almost daily and a 5 hour energy drink, junk food in there for good measure.  Drink instant coffee excessively daily Did not like to drink water so likely became hydrated as well.  I feel I brought this on with my eating habits but blood test came back 6.5 uric acid  which was within normal range.  I in total pain and missed 2 weeks of work. Doctor put me on Indomethacin after weeks of Advil, water, cherries, cherry juice,  no red meat or alcohol, etc with no relief.  Felt relief first hour.  Did get a little dizzy but pain is almost gone after 1st pill."


"I would have to say that Yaz has been by far the best birth control pill I've tried. No weight gain no depression, I have tons of energy, I still have my sex drive, and no crazy out of control mood swings. It's worth a try. But no birth control pill is going to work the same for everyone. I recommend NEVER doing the generic brands, they are slightly different which if your sensitive to birth control pills like me, you will notice a difference. Yaz changed my life and made my PMDD a lot better."


"Well I just took the first dose and diluted a lot. Called doc cause I could not take the taste thought I was going to vomit but didn't sure hope it works soon."


"It is a fine medicine for depression but gives me nausea."


"I switched from Bentyl to this because this is an extended release formula.  I tried it for 5 months and went back to Bentyl.  It didn't work any better and it dried me out so much I could hardly swallow.  After a bad flare up, I ended up at the ER and they thought I was very dehydrated but I wasn't, it was just the medicine.  I am going to talk with my GP about using something with phenobarbital as I have heard a lot of positive things about it.  I already take a migraine medicine with phenobarbital, so I should tolerate it well."


"Took ambien, slept for two hours, woke up and vomited for 7 hours and felt terrible all day."


"Hi. I had mild acne, which I now know was not that bad. When I first started this medication, my skin became dis colored, sensitive, and it broke out. My relatives told me to stop using it, but I read reviews and figured it would get better. I have now been using it for about two and a half months—nothing has changed. It just made my even brown skin patchy and gave me pimples in formerly clear places. I forgot to use it last night, and I am debating on whether or not I should continue. I miss my old skin more then ever. I wish I had never gotten this medication. I am now more insecure then ever before. What should I do?"


"Since I've been changed to Viread/ Epivir/ + Kaletra, my viral load has remained constantly Undetecable for ~4 Yrs;  my T-cell count went from 210 to 325 very quickly; in the last year, with no changes to anything my V-load remains undetectable & my T-cell count has soared to 725!!!  Sounds fantastic.  However, during this same period of rapid TC rise I have slowly become more & more tired, weak, & my bones ache from head to toe.  I no longer have the strength to ride my horse or even do the yard work.  My Doctor believes I may be suffering from Lactic Acidosis.  But he is convinced that it is because of the Viread ~ NOT because of the Kaletra.  I will now be replacing Viread with Abacavir & CONTINUE taking Kaletra.   Hope it works."


"Hello everyone. I'm a 30 yr old female. My starting weight is 396. I went to the Dr looking for help. He gave me a choice between 2 meds ( phentermine and contrave). I choose phentermine. I started taking the pill on May 4, 2017. He suggested I start taking half a pill just in case it would speed up my heart rate. After 3 weeks of taking half of pill I started taking the whole pill. I've been on the pill for a month and I have the most energy. The scale says I'm down 19lbs!!! My clothes pretty much fit the same but I can feel I difference in my walk. My back ache is no more. I can stand and have conversations at work without looking for a chair or leaning against something. I have changed the way I eat also. I cut out fast food."


"I'm 24 & been on depo for 7 straight years. I got on it young so it wasn't to be used as a contraceptive but to help my very heavy periods. I bleed heavily  7 days straight, ridiculous cramps and migraines. I actually spotted for 3 months straight when I started it!! I was ready to call it quits when all of a sudden my periods stopped completely after! I was elated. No more cramps! I started to spot around the time for my next shot,  for a few years but as of now I never bleed. I may get light cramps for a day. I never experienced any weight gain or craziness from it. However, I do now suffer from depression and constant irritability... But my life and work is very stressful so I don't feel like it's the depo but it could be worsening it."


"Pretty awesome! I had been on this birth control for almost three months but had stopped taking it since I broke off a relationship and no longer needed them. I was scared to try taking birth control since the previous one had really messed with me emotionally and physically. I had been on the Nuvaring. I did my research and found that Alesse had the best reviews, and Aviane is the generic for Alesse. At first, I had a bit of anxiety, fatigue and restlessness but after the first couple days or the first week my body quickly adjusted. I hadn't noticed anything abnormal about my periods and I had less cramps. I used to get irregular periods but while on Aviane I knew exactly when I'd get them. I have nothing bad to say about Aviane."