"I'm a 48 year-old male, 6-2, 230lbs. I've been taking Klonopin off and on now for the last year. It works pretty well for anxiety and takes about 40 minutes to kick in. I take 0.25mg twice daily. I just started taking Lexapro 20mg and have been on it for about four weeks. Not sure if it's doing much. We'll see in about another 4 weeks if I can stop the Klonopin. I have to agree with others, Xanax works well and quickly, but leaves your system quicker and leaves you more anxious. Klonopin seems to be a little bit smoother and longer lasting about 3-4 hours at 0.25mg. This medicine gets a bad rap due to the people who abuse it. I'm in Law Enforcement and I see it every day who abuse these."


"My daughter is 9. She has been taking Focalin for 1 year now and she is alarmingly thin. The doctor suggests that we should just feed her more food when she wants to eat. My daughter has always been a thin girl but now she looks sick, but on the up side this medication works well with her ADHD. She can focus and she even has friends now that she is not hitting people. My daughter is actually pretty smart but you would have never knew this before Focalin."


"I have had hives for five days now, they burn. I took 10mg of Zyrtec but they are no help. I still have the hives and still have the pain that only a ice pack will help."


"I have been on this medication for approximately 8 years. Before I started this medicine I was in terrible shape. With Sjogren's syndrome as my primary autoimmune disease and rheumatoid arthritis as my secondary autoimmune disease I was in terrible persistent  pain, had terrible joint ache and was incapacitated for about four months before finally being diagnosed and given this. Along with steroids, this medicine, and some regular doses of ibuprofen I found I was able to be mobile again, to go back to work and have a quality life again.
I have not found that being on the same the dosage has lessened it's effectiveness over the last 8. During major flares especially, it would be near impossible to have a good, healthy life."


"I Am 59. @ 19 years ago; I began to experience abdominal pain almost daily. I managed to live and work through it. I am a house painter so I was cut out of a "tougher"mold. Those of you who've worked w/your hands; know. But the pain got worse. 3 years of constant;sometimes suicidal pain I was found to have a rare blood disease.Chronic intractable pain. After swimming in prescribed opiates for a few years;my tolerance was through the roof & the pain remained. I needed the meds just to function & I always ran out too soon. I had to get off that crap! It was a war; but I survived & so did the pain.Square1.... Even worse b/c now I can't get anyone to write mess 4 me! But I needed them; so I became a 50yr old criminal; homeless, jails.."


"Warning:

This drug is highly addictive (think heroin- it’s so addictive) I went on it 5 years ago when i started using anti-depressants. The doctor prescribed them to me to sleep because the anti-depressants were keeping me up at night. This drug is a seriously dangerous med! I will say that it was the best medication for anxiety, but its side effects and addictive traits made it a horrible experience for me. I strongly recommend that people do not use this medication or any form anxiety medication. I also suggest people keep way from anti-depressants. I use exercise (cardio) 45 minutes a day to help me beat this issue. I also take 5000 mg of Niacinimide a day. Also keep off alcohol, and caffeine. Eat well."


"I just started taking this medicine this month I've taken it before as a child and it seems to be working great for me now but I have been experiencing nightmares for the last week or so which I thought was odd because that's not usual for me but I didn't think it was related to the medicine until I started reading other people's reviews and seeing others have had the same issue. If any one else has experienced the same problem can you please share?"


"I have had Implanon since Jan 4 2010. It's now Jan 13 2012 and I have not gotten pregnant but there is no way possible I could be pregnant because I have been on my period at least 3 weeks out of the month and the rest of the month I'm spotting. I'm anemic and I have no sex drive or energy to do anything. I have a 23 month old and not having energy is not making motherhood fun. I don't have insurance so I cant afford to take it out yet and I got it to make sure I don't get pregnant. I can't afford to take it out and get pregnant and have another baby so I'll deal with the weakness and vary harsh mood swings. Before Implanon I was very happy and never got angry with my fiance and since I've had Implanon we fight a lot."


"I have been taking trazodone for over six years at 300 mg at night. I am still not sleeping. It used to help me so much but now I have insomnia and go night after night with no sleep. I am going to increase it to 450 tonight and see if it does any good but I honestly feel like I have built up an immunity to it. "


"My dermatologist put me on Doryx a few months ago and for a long time I didn't see a difference but within the past 3 months my acne has cleared up and it looks so much better than it use to and I really only break out now before my period. Only now I'm getting stomach pains and I've been told to slowly wean myself off it."


"This was the first form of BC I have used and it has been an awful experience for me. It has killed my sex drive (I’m 18), caused dryness, made my boobs smaller, and worst of all worsened my depression which has negatively affected my relationship as if the others weren’t enough. The only reason I gave it 1 rating is because I haven’t gotten pregnant. Not sure if I should just drop it or wait til I’m finished with this pack but I am definitely switching soon."


"My 13 yr old son has been taking this medicine for 2 months now. He has not shown a lot of improvement. Actually he is breaking out on his neck which he has never done before. His lips and arms and neck are extremely dry. We will hang in for the duration which the doctor says will be 5-6 months. Hopefully we will soon see improvement."


"Minimal side efects 10mg early das but promising signs"


"Start taking for depression a couple of weeks ago. Side effect is I have not had any compulsion to binge or purge for the last week. Amazing after 18 years of bulimia."


"Helped "clear up" my foggy mind."


"Used it on my son who has excessive gas due to Aspergers syndrome, it will temporarily lessen the discomfort caused by trapped gas/gas buildup but the toots still have to be worked out of him or else the discomfort will soon return."


"I am a adult, recently diagnosed with ADD.  Probably had it my whole life, but now I am doing something about it.  My doctor prescribed this medication, and at first, I was so focused and improving my error ratio's at work.  The only thing even after increasing my dose, it wears off.  By 1:00pm, I am tired and can go to sleep.  I think I am going to ask my doctor to give me the non extended so I can take it in the am, and pm.  Other than that, it is a great medicine, and I don't have the non-appetite side effect, in fact, it makes me want to eat more."


"This literally lets me exercise and drink coffee without acid reflux happening."


"I have had no suicidal thoughts since I've been on this medicine. It is an awesome medicine."


"I am 21 years old and I have been on the patch for 2 and a half years now. NO BABY! and no scares either! I live by this patch. I have had no side effects apart from my breasts growing larger (which you can't complain about). "


"Extreme nausea at the beginning of the month. The first week I found myself vomiting multiple times in one sitting. Not cramping nor spotting, but the nausea, loss of appetite, and severe irritability caused by Necon aren't worth it."


"I bent over and suddenly experienced severe pain.  With either a pinched nerve or a pulled muscle, I could barely make it to a nearby chair.  I took 2 Aleve and applied an ice pack for the entire afternoon.  Within 45 minutes I could slowly walk and I continued to take Aleve as recommended on the bottle.  The next day I resumed my life as usual and in 3 or 4 days I no longer needed Aleve.  Wow, better than a chiropractor."


"After having Skylar inserted 24 hrs ago, I'm still experiencing cramping like I would on the first day of my period, but its not going away with the heating pad. I had mine inserted on the 5th day of my period, but overall I don't know if I'd do this again. I was able to get off the table and drive home, however the pain made me seriously consider popping a kid out of my cervix. Of my other options, I was done with the pill and looking at the arm implant when I was pushed towards the more regional discharge of hormones that Skyla has. Overall just frustrated with the explanation of what to expect as there isn't a week after section on the website."


"I was given doxycycline for mild persistent acne and I had a severe allergic reaction too doxycycline after 3 weeks and it was dreadful. I have learnt I am allergic too tetracycline antibiotics and they aren't a cure or long term fix for acne there just short term. But I guess everyone is different and it's worth a try before you can get referred to a dermatologist as they won't unless you've been on antibiotics."


"TAKE THIS AS A FIRST-HAND EXPERIENCE. I'm a 14 year old girl. My acne used to be absolutely dreadful; severe, and awful. Now I feel beautiful. My before and after pictures are astounding. My skin is as smooth as glass now, and the side effects were completely worth it. I have naturally dry skin. Accutane made it worse, yes. But now that I'm done, my skin is completely fine, and my face...goodness. Life changing. Please--go on Accutane."


"Started 4 days ago and already seeing results! Only thing that Has bothered me is the dry sensation around the nose (no dryness was visible but I felt it when smiling) Definitely worth it! Not expensive either!!!"


"I have been on Seasonique for 4 months now, I got on it because your only SUPPOSE to have a period 4 times a year. I started on Seasonique and started bleeding which really sucked because I just had my son and just stopped bleeding from having him. Then I just figured my body has to get used to it. I bled for 4 1/2 days like my normal period. Every other week I started bleeding. Now after 4 months I have been bleeding for 2 weeks straight sometimes it gets so light I think it's going to stop and WILL STOP at night. I go to sleep and wake up and surprise I'm bleeding again. I have never had a period last for more then 5 days and this birth control is supposed to help not have a period. I have stomach cramps so bad I can't move sometimes."


"My senior year in high school I gained a lot of weight, we figured out it was all PCOS related. (60 pounds and I was a varsity athlete, now a high school graduate). I was an emotional wreck from the mood swings I had due to hormone imbalances. Tri-sprintec was perfect for me. It brought me back to normal, and after only 4 months on the pill I lost 20 pounds. I became happy me again. My periods returned, scene cleared up, and mood swings ended. Tri-sprintec, however, significantly increased my sex drive. It was there a little before the PCOS symptoms became noticeable. Then I had no sex drive from PCOS, but since I started it my sex dive has been pretty high for an 18 year old. Anyway, I would say if you have PCOS this pill rocks."


"Works well but can't afford it."


"Tried taking Zoloft to help with my anxiety/panic/depression. Didn't do a thing for me. I didn't feel different at all. "


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


"I was 1st put on Amlodipine until my throat swelled almost shut and then was switched to Lisinopril and had the same reaction and was then taken off of both. Ended up at a Heart Dr then after almost dying from a 100% main Blocked LAD artery I had to have a stint put in at age 44, from that point on I have been on Bystolic 5mg for almost 5yrs now. I have had no allergic reaction or any other issues taking this medicine and I think the only reason I am even on it is because of the stint, my blood pressure is perfect all the time. I will have to be on a Beta blocker the rest of my life now."


"After many wrong diagnoses and many RX's that did not solve the problem, I was finally diagnosed with atypical migraines at 24 years old and given this med to take daily. It solved the problem almost immediately. I was having daily migraines before I took it for about 2 months and didn't have a single one while on it. I then decided to go off of it and to my surprise, I was mostly migraine free for about 6 months after (aside from that time of the month).  Then, stress peaked and I found myself with almost daily migraines again. So, I've started taking it again. Bc I take it at night to avoid day drowsiness, it is harder to wake up in the morning. I don't feel any difference in my mood. But I am pain free, hurray."


"Seemed to clear up my infection, but started feeling nauseous the next day.  Steadily got worse each day.  On the fourth day developed a severe headache but slept it off.  Doctor instructed me to stop taking it.  Experienced severely high blood pressure.  Also made my abdominal muscles feel weak"


"I'm a teenager with moderate acne, and I  used this product in conjunction with 50mg of doxycycline twice daily for two months. All I can say is, neither of these products helped my skin at all, and I'll say that they probably made my skin worse. The first two weeks on these products, my skin did nothing, got neither worse nor better, but by week 3 my face exploded with acne in places I usually don't even get acne, and for the rest of the two months my skin got no better after that breakout. I even went dairy free in order to hopefully reap the best results from this product, but it didn't work out either way."


"I am about 2 1/2 months into Seasonique and have had medium bleeding for the last 11 days. Also my hands are swollen and joints in them hurt like crazy. Doctor said he is switching me as I shouldn't be bleeding this much/long and it may not be strong enough for me. 1st month went fine though and I only was late by 3 hours on ONE pill. If you are trying these out make sure to take your pills ON TIME every night!"


"On may 12,2015  i was 228 lbs i decided to make a lifestyle change being that

i try everything to loose the weight. I must say i had no side effects, i feel great

and my whole attitude about how i feel about food has change complete.

I lost a total of 17 lbs in five weeks , i am in love with this pill and the changes that it has done for me."


"The first week was a little difficult for me. I was a total zombie the first few days. Once I got to my target dose of 300mg, things quickly evened out. I'm full of energy, I'm not as anxious or paranoid as I used to be, and I'm finally able to go to sleep and STAY asleep. Before I took Seroquel, I felt terrible. Like my life was just a dream, and that nothing and nobody, mattered at all to me. After taking Seroquel for just a week or two, I immediately felt real again. No more mood swings, no more crazy ideas of self harm, no more social problems! Seroquel has turned my life around. It might not work this well for a lot of people, but I sure hope it does."


"I've had Nexplanon for 5 months and it's just great. No periods, no babies. My sex drive is down a little and I've put on a few pounds, but it's worth it to have no periods. I took my last month of pills at the beginning to transition, and I think that helped - I had a very brief period one month in but haven't seen it since."


"Was sick for a week with pneumonia and went to urgent care.  102F fever, cough, no appetite, severe fatigue.  Prescribed Levaquin and started feeling better in 2-3 days.  Fatigue and cough continued for several weeks.  Lost 7 pounds.  I did not experience any side effects at all.  Would highly recommend this medication."


"Aczone is a mediocre and overpriced topical medication, distributed by a greedy pharmaceutical company named Allergan. Spend your money on a better product that doesn't cost you $900/year (with insurance!!!) I'm switching back to Finacea, which is just as good on my skin and doesn't break the bank."


"Extreme headaches, stomach issues.  Bathroom issues also"


"Only day 2 of Zyban. But cigarettes taste like garbage truck juice and I have high hopes that I can quit. Will update when more time passes"


"I've had Nexplanon since June of 2013. This is my second time to have this form of birth control. Neither times did I have problems with Nexplanon. The only problem I have is the procedure of taking it out. But hey no pain no gain. Any friend of  mine that ask for birth control advice. I will advise them to get Nexplanon."


"I only used this one time, it did not work for me and made me feel worse. I hate that I have 4 unused ones that are going to go to waste."


"I started this pill about two years ago because the previous one I was on made me extremely nauseous. This one does not, it also makes my periods regular, but sometimes they can be heavy - other times almost non-existent. I started researching this pill because I have gained a lot of weight which I can't seem to lose. I have swelling especially in my lower leg, ankles, bloating and definite increase in breast size (unwelcomed). I was taking another drug around the same time that could very well be the cause of the weight gain, but I've been off of it for over a year and still have not been able to lose the weight. I've also experienced vaginitis, which I've never had problems with before. Doctors don't seem too concerned."


"Had osteo pain in knee from running and then a bad fall. Knee blew up. Went to knee doc and was prescribed diclo sod 75. Swelling went down, pain gone. Running better than before lol. Will take when any swelling or pain. Got to miracle drug for me!"


"When I started phentermine I was 219 I've been on the pills for 3 weeks and I've lost a total of 18lbs in just three weeks I work out three times a week for a hour also cut  drinking soda juice and a liquor only drinking water."


"I was given this medication for alcohol/drug psychosis and after 2 years in 12 step recovery programs I am still on 450 milligrams. I started a reduction regime and was down to 150 milligrams and my paranoia symptoms returned. Went to see doctor and resumed my previous dosage. I experience no side effects listed but must say I am in good health and keep fit. There is the issue of weight gain, using fitness I managed to lose 10 kilograms."


"I have severe depression and have been on Trintellix for a month.  At first, the nausea and vomiting were awful.  My doctor gave me promethizine, but that didn't help.   A medication that did work is Zofran, and it works like a charm for the nausea.  It completely stops it.  I take Trintellix in afternoon and about an hour later,  Zofran.  No more nausea;  I am so relieved.  However, I thought Trintellix would help my depression more.  I seem to be more anxious.  I am prescribed Valium 5 mg. up to once a day, but I rarely used to take it.  Now I am so anxious that I have to take it.  I was so hopeful, and now I'm so disappointed that Trintellix is not working as expected. Does anyone have any suggestions for another anti-depressant?"


"I tried the Metro gel for the first time for Bacterial Vaginosis. I have always used antibiotic pills before. Using yogurt and probiotics I have never had a yeast infection after antibiotics...until using the Metro gel. I have never had a yeast infection so bad that yeast clumps were falling out...until using the Metro gel. The yeast infection began before I was even done with the Metro gel. There was NO yeast present before the Metro gel. A culture was run at the lab before starting any treatment and that is how the BV was diagnosed. YI did not show at all on the lab result! I will NEVER us the Metro gel again unless I am given Diflucan (spelling?) pills to take through the gel treatment to prevent the yeast infection."


"I took 1  5 mg a few nights ago. My body had unbearable muscle thrashing.  I woke up every 2 minutes spasming out of control it was very painful as well and couldn't get sleep."


"Before taking Neurontin, there were 4 to 5 nights a week that I was unable to sleep.  I started taking Neurontin regularly and I no longer have RLS.  It has helped me tremendously and made a big difference in my quality of sleep."


"I first contracted G. Herpes and where the semen contacted my skin and  I've had eruptions of horrible painful blistering sores. It's first a tingle and I immediately know... I have Valtrex but it takes longer to work even if I take it at first tingle. For my cold sores I used to get sores on my chin, but no longer. I get them on my ear... uh huh that's right. My ear and the small of my back, right where my jeans hit. Once my ear swelled up so much and my neck too, nothing helped but this cream. It stopped my chin sores (underneath where a second neck would be if I had one) altogether. My back sores happen at severe stress, ugh, abreva doesn't help. This cream does 100% for me."


"STAY AWAY FROM THIS PILL.
This is my second month with this pill and let me tell you how horrible my experience has been. Sudden weight gain, like literally 15 lbs more during this past two months. Lately I've been very depressed, I've had two panic attacks, pain on my left arm and short of breath. I thought I was having heart problems and rushed to the ER and my heart is fine. This is all the pill, this pill is driving me crazy. I've never felt like this in my life. So many mood swings. I'm stopping these pills starting now. The only good thing is that your period is lighter and you get zero cramps. THATS IT."


"Macrodantin also known as nitrofurantoin is really good medication for UTI. I was struggling with UTI long time. I tried Cefalexin and it didn't work for me. I did try Augmentin as I never had problem with this one and it's really strong but I started to vomit after 2 hours of taking the pill. Macrodantin can be good choice for people with sensitive stomach. I had no side effects."


"I just did a week of 25mg. I haven't noticed a difference. I haven't had bad side effects either. Tomorrow I will up the dose to 50mg. I'll be posting again next week."


"This stuff is useless, in fact I am coughing more and worse after taking it.  Thank goodness I only bought a small bottle, since it is kind of expensive for something that does not work at all.  Will never take this garbage again."


"It worked very well on the pain, but the severe burning of the nose lasted about 5 minutes until I ran water up and around it."


"Took this medication for a chest cough before I went to bed. Woke up in the night with severe nausea and felt dizzy. Tried it again a week later and same happened. I know other people who swear by it."


"I used to take 360mg a day, now I'm down to 80mg a day. I have taken this for years. I wouldn't change to anything else, it has really done wonders on my blood pressure (BP). Now my BP is well controlled."


"I was prescribed Lyrica (pregabalin) about 6 months ago. I was so shocked by the feelings of unreality it initially caused that I quickly stopped taking it. My fibromyalgia got so bad at the end of the year, that I decided to try it again.

I take low doses, 25 mg 2x a day, sometimes a 50 mg. The effect sets in within hours. My fibromyalgia pain is almost completely gone. A late evening dose allows me to sleep longer.

I do feel strange when I take it and my intellectual capacity is quite affected, but the lack of distraction by the pain and a better social interaction with increased confidence levels makes up for that.

I have to make sure that authorities and decision-making bodies are aware of my reduced competence, and close friends should know of these side effects, so that they can make allowances for any out-of-character behaviour on my part i.e. my inability to repair their car stereo."


"Absolutely terrible. I would never recommend this to anyone. I had this in for almost 3 years and was a completely different person. My mood swings were horrible and I bled all the time. I had it taken out a month ago and already feel better. I had to change doctor's because I was ready to have a hysterectomy done I was so miserable. He told me he would never recommend this and has never put one in because it makes you bloated, bleed and hormonal. I've since changed to Nuvaring and have been happy with that."


"This medicine did nothing except constipated me and give me a headache!"


"Started gabapentin at 300 mg daily. Moving up an extra 300 mg every 3 days.  Was extremely sleepy for over two weeks with little or no pain relief...until I started taking 2400 mgs, 600 mgs three times daily. At this dosage my pain level dropped significantly and the drowsiness side effect stopped. The pain had been so intense I'd been feeling suicidal...and even opiates were not controlling it.  Now, with the 2400 mg daily dose of gabapentin my neuropathy pain is very well controlled and life is good again.  I have experienced no side effects since the first few weeks of drowsiness.  Don't let doctors tell you that if 900 mg daily doesn't relieve your pain...that the medicine won't work for you. 1800 mg to 3600 mg is a working dose."


"For the first 3 months things were great.  On my second Femring I began to get a rash on my forehead and neck.  My neck was especially red, itchy and dry.   At first I thought it might be due to something else.  Perhaps Eczema or psoriasis, so I was buying all kinds of creams and nothing worked.  So I double checked my only prescription which is the femring and low and behold one of the possible side effects is a skin rash.  It's too soon to know for sure.  I hope it goes away."


"Stevens Johnson syndrome  Beware"


"I have been taking Plaquenil for about 2 months. I started out with 200 mg/1x day along with Prednisone to treat my RA, slowly tapering off the steroids. Now I am just on Plaquenil.

I have to say that the pain is still there, especially in the morning and late evening. Sometimes it is difficult to fall asleep, but I gave it a 6 because it is nothing like before when I took no medication.  Perhaps it works better for others?  I still have the swelling and stiffness in the mornings, but, as I said, nothing like before.

It also only gets a 6 because the headaches I get while taking it are debilitating.  I sometimes wonder if the trade off is worth it?  They start about 30 minutes after taking it and last until I manage to fall asleep. Sigh."


"I have Parkinson's and a prostatectomy.  This medicine didn't relieve the frequent nighttime urination and caused negative mood changes (upset, anger) with swollen ankles and esophageal blockage."


"I've been using Adapalene since the beginning of August and my skin is terrible! I haven't had breakouts like this since high school (I'm 32). Blackheads and cysts everywhere. I've never had a problem with those in particular. This is month 3 and I'm just ready to give up on it. I'm also taking 100mg Minocycline. I'm not sure if it's the combination together or just one. I don't want to continue using this and would not recommend to anyone."


"So, I am still in the middle of my first round. I took it at 4pm. Tastes like grape cough syrup. It was a little difficult for me to get down, but I drank it in about 5 min. Was immediately running to the bathroom within 5 min. I'm sure that since I already had diarrhea to begin with, it made the process happen much quicker. However, it is now 7pm and I have just now been able to stop going long enough after wiping to pull my underwear up. Being in the toilet for 3 hours has made my legs hurt so I just decided to slap a pad on my underwear. With it being all liquid now, it'll absorb just like I'm on my period! That's probably TMI, but for those of you who haven't thought of that and have been affected the way I have - you should try it."


"This medicine helped  my depression greatly but because of my blood pressure getting higher and my muscles feeling like I'd exercised 24/7 I was put back on Prozac."


"Been on this medicine about 9 months after discovering my thyroid was starting to malfunction. I have had no weight gain or mood changes, and not a problem to speak of. My hair stopped falling out so much, it started growing like crazy along with my nails. I know I metabolize food more quickly, I will spare you the details. My skin isn't as dry, and I have been having an easier time with my mood in combination with other medications."


"I have been taking simvastatin for 10 years to treat high cholesterol with good success. I have not experienced any adverse side effects."


"I have been on Enbrel for 7 years and I have to tell you it is awesome.  I am able to do things that I never thought possible again.  I have had no side effects and I only have to take a shot every 3-4 weeks to have it be effective.  I will keep my fingers crossed that none of those side effects show up."


"I went from severe fibromyalgia post spinal surgery, being bed ridden for the most part of  2010, unable to walk, cook, wash dishes, unable to do simple day to day tasks and now I'm 90% better.  I can do everything!  I haven't felt this good since College, and I have Savella to thank."


"This has been my savior when an IBS attack hits. I thank goodness for dicyclomine!"


"I've taken 50 mg Zoloft for almost 2 years for anxiety. I love Zoloft and am so grateful for the mental freedom that it has given me. Since I have been on it I have been much, MUCH happier.  Recently, I decided that I am finally ready to embark on a healthier lifestyle. I started working out religiously 5-6 hrs/week, a combination of weight training and cardio, along with calorie monitoring of 1200-1500/day.  I have been unable to lose hardly any weight.  I've lost 5 lbs total  I am wondering if it is because of the Zoloft?  I am now weening myself off of it to see if I am able to maintain a happy disposition.  I'm hoping that I succeed in controlling my anxiety on my own & will be interested to see if the weight starts coming off."


"I'm taking Bactrim twice a day for ten days.  I was taking five day course of Cipro and had a migraine headache, which wouldn't go away.  Cipro didn't even help me, I still had white blood cells and blood in my urine which makes for a bad urinary tract infection. The PA gave me Bactrim. I still have a slight headache but the UTI was so bad, I can deal with these side effects.  The pressure in my bladder area has subsided and five more days to go. I can handle Bactrim."


"This med is SUPER effective for my cystic acne/acne in general. Acne runs in my family, if I'm not on minocycline I break out so bad that I don't want to leave my house (self-conscious, can't help it ha). When I'm on it, I have a few pimples at a times but otherwise skin looks clear. I DO however experience light-headedness, some ringing in my ears, and a general feeling of nausea like I have a mild case of the flu. But I think the benefit outweighs the side effects. I recommend this medicine."


"I have been experiencing extreme pain since 2009 from psoriatic arthritis, tried methotrexate no luck, finally started Humira 72 hours ago and already no pain whatsoever. A lot faster than I ever expected. The injection is not bad at all, a very small needle with a slight sting, but I'll take a 5 minute sting over the pain I had any day. I have not had any side effects yet I will edit this post if I do in future. I found these post very helpful with my decision to start Humira so I though I would return the favor."


"I had Implanon inserted in January 2009. It was my only choice, as I have heart problems that make it unsafe for me to take birth control with estrogen and a wacky fallopian tube that crossed the IUD off of my list of options. The main reason I decided to get Implanon was to stop my awful cramps each month. Before Implanon, was hell. Vomiting, diarrhea and crippling pain. Since insertion I haven't had a period or cramps. I've experienced no negative side effects and will most likely have another implant once this one has run it's course. I highly recommend this birth control."


"I've been taking Lyrica for about 4 years now and because of the cost, I end up in the "donut hole" lately and the cost is almost $200 and that's with my insurance! While it works pretty well I have been forced to cut down to 2, 150mg pills a day to save up enough for at least one month. I'm a senior and $200 the last 3 months of the year is a budget breaker!"


"My skin was very clear almost perfect until my sophomore year of high school it started to progressively get worse. I tried so many different products to try to clear my skin and nothing was working. I just wasn't seeing results. I went to my doctor for a regular physical and she noticed all the tiny bumps on my forehead and blackheads around my nose and chin. She gave me some samples of Epiduo to try. I can't thank her enough because this is the only product that has worked for me and I couldn't be happier with the results."


"I tried Contrave for 3 months and hated it. I had nothing but side effects like sweating, headache, and joint pain. I felt horrible on it and only lost 3 lbs. My insurance didn't cover it so that was $270 down the drain not to mention all those blue pills I had to swallow. Yuck. I have since been on Phentermine (1/2 tablet a day in the mornings). It is only $14 a month and it WORKS! Oh Phentermine I've lost 25 lbs in almost 5 months on 1/2 tablet a day and have no side effects (other than weight loss and no snack cravings). If I continue to lose, I have no intention of taking the full dose. I don't recommend Contrave at all."


"I've been on antidepressants for 16 years. From Celexa, to Prozac, to Paxil with none ever truly taking away my depression and anxiety. I suffer from major depressive disorder, ptsd, anxiety and I'm bipolar as well. Since starting Effexor, my life has dramatically changed for the better. I'm honestly the happiest and calmest I've been since the age of 15. I started with 37.5mg 2x daily and I'm now up to max dosage. I've zero side effects and can function fully without benzodiazepines for my anxiety thanks to this medication. I HIGHLY recommend giving it a try, especially if no other antidepressants have truly made you feel 100%. It's possible to beat depression with the right medication, just keep on trying and hang in there!"


"My disclaimer is: Valium is highly effective in treating stress and anxiety reactions. It has a wide therapeutic index. It is sometimes overly affective thus why people abuse it. If you do; I can promise the effects will be life damaging. When taken responsibly (usually a few times a week as needed) it is safe & a godsend for those crippled with anxiety. I had no side effects."


"This took EXACTLY 12 weeks for it to hit. It gets worse before it gets better. I broke out so bad throughout the whole process and my eyelids would get dry for some reason. But it WORKS. It was a rough three months, but when it hits you, you know it's finally working. Tough it out and you will see results. I get maybe one breakout a month now, but it's hormonal. I will probably always stay on this cream and am currently getting laser genesis to help with the scarring."


"Seem to have a higher resting pulse rate 97-110. Other than that other medicines just got my blood sugar down to 145/94 now I'm at 127/78.

It didn't make me tired during the day so I just take it at bedtime and really seem not to have any side effects, other than my pulse rate jacked up some.  I check my blood sugar 2x a day."


"I have been using 3MG Silenor for a week now.  First thing I noticed were dreams have seemed more vivid.  The other was wakening early (4:00 - 5:00) and getting up for the bathroom and then attempting to go back to sleep.  I have thought that I stayed awake but the next time I looked at the clock it was 7:00 or later.  I am now getting 8 hours or even more sleep some days.  When I awake I want a cup of coffee right away.  As soon as I have it I feel good and that continues for the rest of the day.  I never took the other sleep medicines as I have a sleep maintenance problem only.   This is a great medicine and I would highly recommend it.  I am a 64 year old male who is in good health otherwise."


"I've used regular and migrane vesions of Excedrin and they have both work effectively.  The pain relief is realized within 15 minutes of taking.  I swear by this product and have used countless others when I did not have Excedrin at my disposal.  I highly recommend this product."


"Ive been taking this for a month. Ive found that some days it works well, I manage to cut down/out on certain foods. Its my brain that needs to adjust, there are times when I pick at naughty food in the evenings which causes diahorrea. I'm still learning as I've been very over weight since a child. No extreme reaction to it though, so onward and upwards as the weight is coming off slowly :)"


"I've had ParaGard since March of 2015 (it's now May 2016) and am looking to have it removed. Pros: It's hormone free (huge plus if you're a breastfeeding mom and dont want your milk supply to decrease). And the insertion process wasnt so bad. Some cramping afterwards and bleeding for quite a few days after. Cons: I constantly have discharge and have to wear pantiliners on a regular basis. And I'm not talking light discharge. It's thick, gooey and muscousy. I have gone to 2 different OBGYNs regarding this (to make sure I didnt have an infection) & both said it's a normal side effect. It seriously grosses me out & this is the main reason I am getting it taken out. My periods are also heavy and last 7-10 days. Its awful! Time for a new BC."


"I've been on Jolivette for almost 2 months. My doctor prescribed it because my blood is thin and I have uterine fibroids so he wanted a progesterone only birth control to stop my period. So far I've have had 2 periods that came at the time they were supposed to. I haven't experienced spotting. My period is a lot heavier but I'm on iron supplements as well. The goal was for me to take a birth control that would stop me from having a period, but that has not been successful. Other than me still having a period I feel fine. I will say every other birth control that I've ever tried made me nauseous. This one does not. My face has been breaking out a little more than usual but I'm still trying to figure out whether or not the birth control is the culprit."


"I was using ortho evra for 11 years and I absolutely loved it, I had no complications at all, when it was discontinued my doctor prescribed xulane, the first month was fine then I the following month I bled for 2 months straight with ache, pain, fatigue and severe cramping. I never had cramping or any problem prior to taking this contraceptive. Every week when I apply the patch I started spotting and become fatigue with cramping, after about 8 month I applied it and there was no spotting so I thought finally it started working, well I couldn't be more wrong. I WAS PREGNANT, YES PREGNANT. Still in disbelief. I absolutely hate xulane"


"I'm 17 and I've been on this pill for a month now. I starting taking in to help with horrible period and it made them feel worse. I've been on my period for a week and am having horrible cramps, gained weight and am breaking out on my chin and around my mouth. "


"I have sjogrens so have a dry mouth. From the first time I tried it I was impressed with no dryness from alcohol in my mouth, no burning.  This mouth wash has kept my breathe and mouth slightly moist for awhile afterward use too.  I highly recommend this for dry mouth, from medications or medical conditions."


"I have been in treatment for about 6 months and it has been a live saving change in my life. Just like with anything in life, you will get what you put in and the "Methadone Clinic"  is the same way! If you really want to be clean and sober than the clinic will be a great tool in your recovery. It's more than just taking medication, you have got to follow the steps that your counselor wants you to. Pay attention to what they have to say because they do this for a living and they know what they are talking about. "IF THERES A WILL THERES A WAY"!"


"I had 1 seizure, 2 weeks after our son was born... So they put me on 200mg twice a day. I took it, maybe not religiously, but atleast 1 pill a day. Well I missed a full day, and had a seizure in my sleep again. I can't help but think it works well, if the first time I miss a full day I have 1. Mad at myself? Yes. Glad I have Tegretol? Yes."


"I was extremely nervous to get nexplanon because all I could find were scary reviews telling horror stories of hair loss, acne, and never ending bleeding, but my doctor assured me all of her patients had loved it. I have had my implant for just over a month now and I couldn't be happier! I've had none of those terrible side effects, if anything I think my face cleared up from it! I had an extremely light period that lasted about 10 days but other than that I've had no side effects. Try it out, it's way better than taking a pill."


"furosemide: This medication works very quickly and effectively. I take Lasix/furosemide daily in the morning. I am retired to release all of the fluid which I retain. I have lost between 4 to 5 lbs of fluid in my body."


"I went through a very bad depression state a few weeks ago. I went to the hospital and they put me on 75mg of Effexor-XR and increased it to 150mg after a week. I had severe bladder cramps and waterworks problems while on the higher strength. My doctor reduced the dosage to 37.5mg once every 2 days. I now feel fantastic. One of the main things I have noticed since taking this medication is this. For about 35 years I have suffered with extreme pain from T.M.J(an inner ear problem). Since I have been taking this medication the T.M.J. has gone and I can sleep 8 hours at night, the first time since I was a baby which is 53 years ago."


"Accident can happen. Condom broke on that day Sep 5th. which was day 12th of my cycle fertile day. I rushed to get plan B as I am not on any birth control pill. I had taken the pill 15-20 mins after sex. I did experience lower stomach cramps but not to painful, dizziness and tiredness at that day. I was expected to have my next period on Sep 22nd for my normal cycle. However I got my period yesterday Sep 18th. 4 days earlier.. I was so happy that Plan B works..."


"Worst night of my life. I made the mistake of not looking at reviews until I had just popped the pill. I felt like a zombie. I couldn't think or formulate sentences. My body felt like I had needles all over. My legs wouldn't stop shaking. I couldn't see. I cried until I fell asleep and continued to have side effects the next day. I cannot believe they sell this medication. By far the worst experience of my life. I do not recommend this drug to anyone and sincerely recommend anyone considering this drug to not take it."


"I was prescribed Vyvanse 50 mg for the treatment of my narcolepsy w/o cataplexy & hypersomnia. The first 2 weeks were great but I found my body quickly adjusted to this medicine making it almost completely ineffective by the end of the first month. The 2nd month, I went to 60 mg. this month, I'm on 70mg. I'm not falling asleep while driving, however I am still having episodes of extreme sleepiness and sleeping extremely deeply at times. I'm also going between sleeping 5 hours to 15 a night. My main concern is: I'm on the maximum dose so just where do I go from here?!  I also have bipolar disorder/anxiety & I've found my need for anxiety medicine to be almost nonexistent, which is a great bonus."


"An amazing experience, I feel I came out of prison. I am a new man. "


"This drug gave me my life back"


"Took this for only 3 weeks before having to stop. Caused a lump in my right breast, sad mood, daily constant nausea, and NO sex drive."


"For birth control purposes, never gotten pregnant. For acne purposes, my face used to be extremely broken out & this definitely helped. However, I gained about 10-15 pounds with the year I was on it (my boobs grew so that was a plus) & I started going into a depression & feeling like I was going insane. Needless to say, I switched."


"Used it last night for knee pain and it started burning so bad it felt like my skin was melting off!  I would rather deal with the knee pain than ever use this stuff again!"


"Ok so I have  Fibromyalgia, DJD, Reynauds Syndrome, bulging and herniated disks, possible Lupus(awaiting further testing).  This treats mild muscle spasms and muscle pain without making you sleepy or groggy. When in severe muscular pain I have to use Soma 350 mg instead."


"I had sex with my boyfriend on September 2nd around 3am. I then went the following morning and got the plan b pill and took it around 2pm. My period usually comes between the 6-8 every month. I have never been late or missed a period. However, I never got my period and was experiencing nausea, vomitting, headaches, and got a UTI (which I have NEVER had before!) I waited until yesterday, September 20th to take a test and it was positiv. I then took 3 more, all positive. The pill did not work for my boyfriend and I! Big waste of $55!"


"So far so good."


"I have been on Adipex for 2 weeks now. I do have a some sleeping problems but it is getting better.  I have had some dizziness also.  I was 246 lbs and at my 2 week weigh in I was 235 lbs.  I have changed the way that I eat and have had no time for exercise.  I love this pill."


"I love Nexplanon. I got it November of 2013. They made sure to numb my arm so insertion was painless. My arm was sore for about a day but no worse than a harsh workout. I did have mood swings in the first few weeks but nothing out of control. Then I had my period for about 4 weeks which I'm told is normal. Since then I've only had a few days of spotting and nothing else. I'm on a nutritionist guided weight loss plan and have managed to lose 40lbs. So far while on Nexplanon so no problems with weight gain. I get the occasional acne here and there but again nothing too bad. Overall I rate Nexplanon high and its so great to no longer have the responsibility of taking a pill every day."


"My skin is sensitive and combination/oily. I have never had horrible or cystic acne, just a few pimples on my forehead all the time. About a month ago, the acne spread to all over my forehead. I knew the problem wasn't my diet or a product because I tried eliminating these things. My dermatologist prescribed me 0.1% differin gel a few weeks ago. There was no difference the first two days but on the third day, I had no new pimples and it's been that way since! I did experience slightly drier skin than usual, but no redness or flaking. I believe the key is to use as little product as possible and moisturize as soon as the product sinks into the skin. Also, it's important to exfoliate daily to help the product remove waste from your face."


"Switched from Cipralex (escitalopram) as it made me so sleepy all the time and very sweaty at night. Pristiq gave me 0 side effects and I noticed a change in my energy level pretty much right away. I felt much better all day, and would sleep great at night. I also tried Effexor (venlafaxine) since Pristiq has no generic brand and was very pricey without a drug plan, however Effexor gave me horrible side effects! Terrible insomnia at night (trouble falling asleep and would wake up every hour, mind racing, hard time falling back asleep), tired throughout the day, and very fidgety legs and feet at night while sitting still or laying in bed. Also noticed I would lock my jaw tightly. Also caused very dry mouth regardless of how much I drank."


"I started taking Abilify to compliment years of taking Effexor.  I am on 5 mg, and am experiencing many of the symptoms I am reading about here - weight gain, feelings of emptiness, and craving for sweets.  The good part of it is all the depressing and worrisome voices are out of my head.  The bad thing is the emptiness, but I figure I should filling that void with good things - hobbies, music, more quality time with my beautiful wife.  Maybe that's the healing, not the pill."


"Onglyza has worked great for me with a A1c of 6.5 and fasting blood glucose level of usually around 105-115.  However. Since losing my insurance have not been able to afford and my blood glucose is now higher with a fasting of 125-140.  Good news, the manufacturer has a financial assistance program and I have just received free 90 day Onglyza! Praise The Lord!"


"So I have had constipation for maybe a week and miralax just wouldn't work for me and I decided I needed something to get me going and took 2 doculax at around 8. Big Mistake. I drank one of those giant bottles of powerade before I went to bed. then around 2am I woke up with horrible cramps... I am a small teenager and would not recommend this medication. Even after I had a bowel movement I had horrible pains and dranks so much water"


"I've tried Buspar, Xanax, Ativan, various anti-depressants, anti-psychotics and even cyclobenzaprine (muscle relaxant). Propranolol (20mg daily) has been the best medication of ALL of these for generalized anxiety. No "swimming head", no dry mouth, no ravenous hunger... almost no side effects, except I feel a bit slow before my morning shower. Propranolol gives a nice "body calm" - heart rate steady, no sweating palms and no jittery feeling. I now use low doses of Propranolol and Imipramine for generalized anxiety and panic, and Lamotrigine for cyclothymia, and (rarely) Ativan. I feel like a new man! They also use Propranolol to treat PTSD patients... it blocks the "fight/flight" reaction and allows processing of trauma."


"My body is hyper sensitive to all medicines. I've had horrible experiences with all SSRI's. I take 15mg of buspar. I take all 3 pills at once before sleep. It helps calm my body down. I can say it's slightly helped and helped with my depression. I suffer from severe anxiety attacks that always result in intense dry heaving and diarrhea. (UGH I REALLY HOPE TO BEAT THIS ONE DAY!!) Because of the severity of my anxiety I do take other things to help level me out. I'm on a low dose of xanex (which I regret, I can't get off without crazy withdrawal symptoms.) I also take 50mg of 5htp at night, and recently magnesium every other day which I'm starting to feel a difference with. Hope this helps! Consult a doctor and see what works for you!!"


"Dexilant seems to work better than Prilosec for me, although my symptoms wax and wane.  Some days I feel good, other days, I can tell the medicine isn't working well.  Not really sure how that is possible since I take it at the same time every day!  I do get horrible gas and diarrhea and always end up stopping the meds for a day or two.  However, I recently read that Keifer could help with acid reflux, so I started drinking it.  It prevents the horrible gas and diarrhea that the Dexilant causes.  One glass a day, and I am good!  Now I can take the medicine daily as described and hope that it resolves what is causing my GERD.  I highly suggest the Keifer for those not tolerating the medicine otherwise."


"I tried the miconazole 7 ,and let me tell you.. My vagina was  burning so bad and the itching was even worse.. As I've read the other reviews I can see that although its bad it cures it in the end, so I'm trying to hang in there. Today was my first day and omg I cannot bare it. But like I said trying to hang in there! Gets better after a while but still itches . ugh. Not a very good way of ending Christmas."


"Had tried several bp medications, started Tribenzor and in one day my blood pressure was at normal range. 105/75. I've been on this for 8 months. Very little side effects most annoying would be fatigue. Give it time to work and  adjust to your system. Dosage can always be adjusted. I'm a female, 63 yrs old. I might mention that it's kinda pricey, 75 dollars for 90 days and that's with insurance. If I use the coupon, it's still $25 copay a month."


"This drug is the only thing (apart from being knocked out)that works. Yes, the injections are expensive but what a life saver, never leave home without them!"


"Definitely ask for the black cherry flavor! I have been taking this since September and my dose was recently increased to 20 mg. I REALLY LOVE SAPHRIS! It can work on any symptom you have.  Depression. Mania. Psychosis. Anxiety. You may even be able to get samples from your doctor since it is so new. If you take it all at night like I do, make sure you get 7-8 hours sleep. 6 will not do!"


"I have been taking Brisdelle for the past 6 months to help with hot flashes. However, I have had these chronic problems since taking this medication. I have tremors, eyes are sensitive to light, seizures, biting my tongue during the night while sleeping so severe that I have to get up because the blood is so profuse. I also am dizzy all the time, and feel like I am whirling around and unstable while sitting, lying down, or walking about. It has taken me almost 2 months and thousands of dollars to figure this out on my own. I have been to the endocrinologist to see if I have a tumor, neurologist due to the seizures, dentist, ENTSpecialist,  Chiropractor, a Neuro-Opthamologist, and my primary care physician and no one has been able to help me"


"I've been on Sronyx for 4 weeks now and so far things I've noticed has been increased acne breakouts (not horribly), really bad bloating around my period, and some weight gain (luckily only 3 lbs). Other than that there hasn't been any other side affects."


"Within 8 hrs of taking 2 tablets I experienced uncontrollable sweating, body shakes, vomiting, stomach cramps accompanied by loose bowel movements. Although technically this medication relieved my constipation I nearly ended up in the emergency room. 24 hrs later I still have lower back pain, cramps and am unable to keep food down. Please do not take this medication lightly!"


"At 24 I started breaking out worse after discontinuing the pill and switching to an IUD (I love it, btw). I had cystic acne along my jawline and on my neck, so I went to a derm and she prescribed me 25 mg daily for 2 weeks, then 50 mg daily. I broke out badly at the 2 week mark and again at the 4 week mark. I went back to the derm after 6 weeks of being on spiro and I was upped to 100 mg daily. I'm finally starting to see results. I'm on week 8 of being on spiro, and while my skin isn't completely clear, I definitely see a difference. I should also note I'm using Retin-A topically. I do experience side effects on spiro like increased thirst, breast tenderness, spotting, some cramping, & increased urination, but I'm willing to deal with this"


"This was my second Mirena. My first was great. I had no periods, not complaints. Insertion and removal were super easy. However, after removal I did bleed for a couple weeks. The second one has been awful. I just had it removed after 3 years. My hair was falling out. I gained weight. I had very low sex drive. I bleed all the time. I got it removed 5 weeks ago and I'm still bleeding. I'm even on nuvaring, and still bleeding. It's awful. There is no end in sight."


"Works great against allergy (25mg) and also somewhat against asthma (due to the anticholinergic properties: dilates the airways). When taking Atarax I can reduce the amount of asthma reliever medication (terbutaline). Side effects: Drowsiness (in the beginning), headache (disappeared after the third pill), muscle twitches and some muscle aches."


"I wa prescribed azalastine for chronic sinusitis and non-allergic rhinitis. I used it for over 2 months without any change. If anything it made my symptoms worse"


"I have been on Halaven for over three months now. It has been very positive for me. I have been on other medicines before Halaven which did not work. My cancer shrunk by 50 percent from the Halaven. I am happy with the results. This is a positive medicine that CAN help so many people out there."


"I just started phentermine one week ago and I was a whopping 287lbs.  As of today, I am 278 so that is 9lbs gone.  I haven't been very good at watching what I ate this week, and have done minimal exercise (besides running after 3 & 4 year old boys). I take mine in the morning about 30mins before I eat or drink anything and I feel my body react by getting a little more jittery but it actually feels good - like I have pent up energy waiting to get out.  What amazes me about this medicine is how it truly has affected my appetite.  I usually eat at all times, I eat huge portions and I rarely feel full.  With this medicine, I actually can eat a small portion and feel full.  I am not thinking about food all the time like I used to.  Good Luck!"


"I'm a 24yr old that recently had back surgery. They had me on tons of medications, of course, one being a stool softener because a lot of medicine intake tends to make one constipated. Well, the stool softer that I had to take twice daily didn't work one bit. I got so bloated and had some serious stomach pains, that I finally decided to try a laxative (never having tried one before, I was alittle intimidated). Now, before injuring myself and having the surgery, my BMs were extremely regular: once a day. After that, I was rarely going. When I tried Miralax it worked within the hour of drinking it in some ginger ale! I felt SO MUCH BETTER! It makes your stomach gurgle and gives slight cramps, but worth it in the long run!"


"I was diagnosed with an Peritonsillar Abscess in the back of my throat on my left side. The medicine is working well as far as I can tell. I haven't had diarrhea since I was giving the medication but I did forget to not lay down for 10 mins and I never thought I was going to fall asleep last night because I was in so much pain."


"I found this medication to be helpful with getting some sleep! Which is the worst part of opiate withdrawal to me. It also helps with the aches you get that feel like they're in your bones! It was a really big help especially in getting me over that 1 to 2 week hump! The most vital part of the withdrawal experience!"


"I am very happy with Abilify. I have been on it with Lexapro and klonopin and I am feeling much better than I was. I can make firm decisions. As a matter of fact I bought my first home at 58. I take care of my own finances and for the most part I am very pleased with my adulthood. I am a wonderful grandma and my babies love me. It is awesome to be me. I feel free and "human ". I am blessed!!!!"


"I am 23, and I have had Mirena for the past 5 yrs. It was placed in a month after my son was born and I now have gotten it removed and a new one inserted! I LOVED it the first time I occasionally spotted but rarely more than 1 day. The reinsertion was a different discomfort then what I experienced the 1st time. I have had A LOT of cramping, even in my legs. Hopefully it doesn't last."


"Not real impressed don't know if anyone else has had this issue but when it gets to the red mark stops  dispensing medicine, and of course can't get it replaced. Also has been a few times when it didn't seem like any thing was coming out so had to double the dose so than you have most of that months wasted.Not happy at all have to wait for refill because of course you can only get one a month at a time so than you have to go without your medicine real fun fighting to breath. Company really needs to go back to the designers and come up with a better dispenser."


"I’ve been on Vyvanse for 6 months and have slowly increased from 20mg to 40mg.  I’ve lost 24 pounds and plan to lose more.  I had the hardest time changing my eating habits after pregnancy and continued to eat more than I should have.  I gained the 34 pounds back that I had lost after giving birth to my son.  I ate large portions and didn’t realize it until after it was gone.  Vyvanse has changed my eating habits much more than I expected.  I eat very little and when I look at food, nothing looks appetizing not even crackers. I’ve started to experience issues with anxiety and depression and am worried that it is being brought on by Vyvanse as anxiety and agitation are side effects. Vyvanse works but listen to your body for signs of trouble!"


"Still working since June 12 now. The benefits of Belviq are great, weight loss:16 lbs, belly shrinking by 4 1/2 inches, blood pressure now normal, feeling great, feeling light.  Get a good diet don't think that you can still do MacDonalds, Wendys everyday. The pill won't fix that kind of behavior. It still takes a commitment from you, it just makes it easier to accomplish it."


"My boyfriend has cancer and was receiving two kinds of chemotherapy. Along with blood clots and a drain in his leg he was in alot of pain. When receiving chemo we would stay in the hospital for three days and even with the neulasta shot and all the IV anti nausea meds he still was sick. Finally he was prescribed marinol and it changed everything. The day we came home from the hospital after taking it he was well enough to go Frisbee golfing even with a drain in his leg! He never vomited again, and he actually got kinda chubby! The drug changed his attitude and I belive it gave him the strength he needed to fight his sarcoma. He's now in remission!"


"I didn't expect this to work when I used it to prevent mania. 225mg of venlafaxine (Effexor) caused mania. After being on low-dose Abilify and Seroquel to sleep for a few weeks, I was not really manic anymore (maybe hypo-, or had some manic symptoms- like usual, e.g. destructibility). Then I started lamotrigine, now on 100mg/day. I increased venlafaxine back to 225mg expecting to go manic, but instead I feel clear-headed. Friends have noticed I don't lose my train of thought often, and that I "seem more stable". I have been diagnosed Bipolar I, but am "more like a II," which I agree with. I also have Social Anxiety Disorder (and used to have the most severe depression imaginable). The Bipolar might be caused by S.P. Seizures."


"I've been taking Ambien since January 2006 and about 4 weeks ago I began to have issues sleeping only been getting 2-3 hrs a night. I called my psychologist and family doctor about the situation. I was given Lunesta through my family doctor. Tried that for a couple days and couldn't still couldn't sleep. Then I thought it was my Wellbutrin so I went "cold turkey" on that for about a week until I almost had a break down. Then I started taking half of my Wellbutrin and feel a little better. My psychologist just gave me a prescription for the Ambien Cr and only have taken for 2 nights so far. I just want some sleep.. my grades are suffering and so is my job."


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"Was due to take 2 litres of MoviPrep before a colonoscopy. Took the first litre  without much trouble at 7pm and, despite gurgling, did not go to toilet before going to bed at 10pm. Attempted to take the second litre at 6am but only managed to drink about half of it before I was projectile vomiting the solution plus stomach bile everywhere. Wasn't able to take anymore and still had very minimal bowel movements so had to cancel my procedure."


"I am a 70 yr old RN. I started having episodes of near-fainting around 16 yr.old (actually fainted twice). I would go to the nurse & ask to lay down-which helped, but she thought I was faking. Next episode, 25 yr old - saw cardiologist, negative EKG, no treatment. Next 2 episodes, 30 yr old, more severe, ER - negative tests. Next 5 episodes, 40-50 yr old increasing severity, ER. During the last ER visit, I heard about a new type of Doc, an electrocardiophysiologist. I wore a monitor for 6 weeks before it finally "caught" the SVT. I started on Toprol 50 mg per day. But then, I had an episode of severe low BP (80/40) - back to the ER. My new Doc said to split dose, take 25 mg AM & PM. No episodes past 20 years. I'm a happy camper !"


"Loved how it made me feel emotionally. But it has ruined my skin. I never in my life have had acne until this birth control"


"I find this pill very good I take 3 pills a day, in just a little under month ago I weighed 266lbs and I have now so far lost 17lbs."


"For some reason my A1C was increasing.  My doctor added Jardiance to my regiment.  My A1C dropped from 7.8 to 7.4 quite quickly.  After three more months on Jardiance my A1C went from 7.4 to 6.2.   I have also lost about 6 pounds since taking it.
Side effects have been UTI and I feel tired and weak quite a bit.  No energy.  Other than that, I've been good.  But I don't like feeling like this, so will tell my doctor about it today. Perhaps a small price to pay for such a drop in my A1C.
It is also very expensive.  I get samples from my Dr at times, but being on Medicare and it being a new drug, it's pretty costly.  Have to see if it's even on the formulary for 2018 as it always changes & the drug co. does not give discounts to Medicare folks"


"I've been using this birth control for almost a year now. It's my very first pill & I haven't had any problems with weight gain, mood, or even spotting in between periods. However, it is important to take it daily around the same time. At the same time is better, if possible. I use this as my main method of birth control."


"This is an amazing medicine.  By day 2, I was feeling significantly well.  Notwithstanding, the side-effects of the medication for me personally are not comfortable:  sore kidneys in the morning, stomach upset, intestinal discomfort, headaches and muscle soreness.  However, I realize that it's really important to finish my dosage (7 day supply) and I'm on day 4.  This feels like a powerful antibiotic in my system and I'm aware that it is effective against resistant gram positive and negative bacterial infections.  3 more days....yay."


"The accident happened on Jan, 11th and I took Plan B Onestep about an hour after the accident. I felt that there were some side effects like nausea (which lasts an hour after I took the pill) and flatulence. But having these side effect is way better than having a baby. Two weeks later I got my period which is on time. I am so happy."


"Dr. Prescribed for abnormal bleeding, post D&C for pcos . It has been a lifesaver for me. No cramps, period lasts no longer than 2-3days... breast tenderness something ive nevr felt until i started bc. I hadnt felt many "normal" female symptoms before due to my irregular condition(s). Therefore i was happy to experience them. I actually feel like a grown up."


"I have reoccurring utis every couple months and I have taken every antibiotic. Cipro and keflex did not work for me and bactrim I had horrible side effects. Macrobid is the only one to cure my utis every time! Of course it depends on which bacteria is causing yours."


"This does nothing to me from what I can see. I take 25mg once daily  for vertigo"


"Only ten days and I am a new man. I have had zero weight gain. I don't eat everything I see. Racing thoughts are gone. I feel super light. I have energy like never before. I don't procrastinate simple tasks. I don't snap at people. I am way more active and do things that I want. I don't do anything self destructive. Anxiety gone. I am 28 and I didn't have a clue I was bipolar till 8 months ago. I feel like I just woke up and everyone around me can't believe how extremely different I am. I love my new life. I take this with Lithobid. Did I mention how awesome life is."


"Whoever gave the suggestion of biting on a lemon wedge in between chugging the Suprep is a genius!  The worst part about the drink is the awful aftertaste and the lemon totally cuts it.  I've taken this prep in the past and was dreading it again this time around - BUT - the lemon made it totally tolerable!  I just finished chugging the solution/water mixture and now I'm on to my first 16 bottle of water.  (I think the harder part is going to be to drink the 32 oz of water within the next hour due to bloating, but that part I can totally deal with!!!)"


"I started taking Suboxone about six years ago because I had a problem with Roxicodone and Vicodin. I highly recommend taking Suboxone if you are prone to taking opiate oriented narcotics. My life hasn't ever been in more control than it is now. I'm also attending a Suboxone support group."


"I was on this medication for about 3 months and was curious where my fits of rage / severe depression came from. Finally my doctor switched me to a new medicine, and later switched me back when they stopped carrying the 2nd medicine. I now have been giving it a second shot for about 6 months but plan to switch to something new today. I've been battling cystic acne all over my jawline for about 3 months now and in this time, I've gained nearly 30 pounds. I've remained a certain weight most of my adulthood - for nearly 10 years. Suddenly, after quitting soda, sugars, changing my diet, working out more - still no losses in weight. Do NOT listen to your doctor and do NOT go on this medicine. I would rather risk no birth control, over taking it."


"I took trinessa for 3 month and it was driving me crazy. This was my first time ever taking birth control and my experience was awful! My mood swings was very bad, I had slight depression, emotional problems, I just got married and I didn't want my husband to touch me, and vaginal discharge all the time is was grossing me out! No weight gain and my period was on point! But I will never ever go back to this again!"


"Been on Loestrin 24 for about 4 months. Love the fact that it's taking care of the terrible menstrual cramps and bloating I used to have. On the flip side, it tends to me sad a lot more but with time I think I can control that. Also I am gaining weight on my hip/thigh area. I really don't mind if it's just temporary. So far so good, I like the pill-it's making my time of the month a really easy time. For 1 month I had no period at all."


"I have Neuropathy in all 4 limbs. I have been on so many pain pills and the only relief I get is from the oxycodone 30mgs - 4 X a day and Oxycontin 40mgs twice a day. If not for Oxycontin. I would not be able to function at all. I couldn't get out of bed. The break-through pain is controlled with the oxycodones. If not for both of these medications I wouldn't have a life. As long as you are not abusing them you are fine. I have a Doctor who helps me and knows how much pain I am in and cannot function without them. "


"I switched to this birth control and have only been on it a few months. I switched because my last one (Junel Fe) made me spot all the time. This one doesn't and my period is a lot shorter. I have been quite moody but I'm not sure if it is from the pill. I have been stressed because of school (finals & projects) and it's Christmas time and my grandfather is very sick in the hospital. So I have been crying quite frequently but I have always been pretty emotional. I will wait it out longer to see if it is the pill making me emotional but like I said I've only been on it for a few months. Other than that I actually lost a few pounds (about 3), no acne, and my period always comes when it should."


"I have been on Lyrica for the past 8 months, I have fibromyalgia and pain was unbearable. It was amazing at first as I could finally sleep. Over the few months however I have had increased swelling in my joints and gained 15 lbs with no change in eating habits. I started feeling confused with memory loss, then two weeks ago I started feeling suicidal. I did not ever suffer from depression but could not get the thought of just taking a bottle of pills. Due to my experience of working with mental health I knew something was not right so I am now working at reducing Lyrica and going off of it . I think it was amazing for the pain but not worth the risk with the change in my mental state."


"I don't usually get many side effects from an antibiotic, but this one hit my digestive system pretty hard.  Very queasy, bad gas, headaches, general blah feeling.  Did clear up my infection though, so it works. Eating yogurt helped a bit."


"Slimmed down from 5"2, 188 pounds. In seven months dropped 41 pounds. The right combination of diet and exercise make this easier then it should be. I still eat good but wise choices seem more appealing versus what I used to do. No bored eating or snacking anymore. No female issues just a little headache."


"I have been on Depo Provera since I was 18, so about five years. I have had no issues with it. I have not had a period in years (before I had terribly heavy periods), I did not experience any weight gain, do not have trouble staying fit, and do not experience any mood/personality swings. I just don't like that it's likely weakening my bones, but I try to stay on top of that with calcium/D supplements. However, I do wonder if it's had a negative effect on my sex drive, but that's inconsistent and I have nothing to compare it to since I got my shot as soon as I became sexually active, so it's hard to say."


"I took this, started at 60 mg. Caused severe restlessness and lack of sleep. Felt like I had tachycardia going on but didn't. switched down to 30 mg without doctors consent and don't get restless or have the feeling in my chest as bad. It's been a little over a week wish I had better idea on if it's working or not."


"I started 5 mg two days ago and I feel better already. No more sweaty palms or burning forehead due to high anxiety! I take it in the morning so I am able to sleep at night. I tried Zoloft and Celexa and could not take either one for more than two days! Horrific side effects for me! I pray each day gets better and better! This is my first time taking an antidepressant. I highly recommend for people with anxiety! Good luck"


"I've been on Prozac for a month and it really helps with the depression."


"I started on 5mg and after a couple weeks didn't notice any changes and went to 10mg. Been on the 10mg for over a month now. I feel more calm and "easy going" now. I use to have panic attacks and anxiety and those are gone.

For those experiencing nausea: I also have a lot of nausea soon after taking the pill, but I now take it right as I go to bed and I am not bothered by it at all.

Mild headaches sporadically.

Great alternative to what is on the market right now, especially for those with anxiety that don't want the sedation."


"I have taken contrave for two months and have lost 10 pounds. It has reduced my cravings and I do not over eat or binge as I did prior to taking contrave. My willpower is very strong now and I feel satisfied after a meal. In addition I feel so much better. I am off the couch and doing chores and activities again!
The drawbacks are I do seem to have an increase in dry mouth and it is $90/month after insurance coverage. However I was spending more than $3/day on poor food choices.
I would recommend Contrave."


"My rheumatologist started me on Ultram a few weeks ago. I also take Zoloft. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia approximately 10 years ago and have tried several medicines. My rheumatologist was concerned about my long term use of Tylenol and Advil on my kidneys and liver and said this would be easier on my body. It has helped a lot. I have much more energy and much reduced pain, it helps me go to work regularly and have a life with my family, but if I miss a dose I am really moody and weepy, so everyone knows when I haven't had it.  I like it so far."


"Lack of sex drive, mood swings, increased bra size from A to D, gained 10lbs, heavy 7 day period, cramps."


"I've only just started taking fluoxetine but I wanted to comment that I have no side effects. I have tried Zoloft and with those side effects I thought I was going to die. I was so scared to try something new but no side effects for me."


"Please? Has ANYONE EVER EXPERIENCED EXTREME HEADACHE's Within 30 min of taking this med?
My pharmacy gave me this version for the 1st time & within & I've been on Percocet for YEARS (5 spine surgeries) & within 24hours of being on this drug I've been hospitalized once & had a lot of testing! I  came home did my own test to be sure because I had Suspected this med but I'm (lol) not a doc
I DIDN'T TAKE IT ALL DAY when I got home (no headache) woke up 4 am took 1 & my blood presure went to 198/120! Please I need help has anyone ever had this happen?"


"Xanax has really helped me with my anxiety and it's not habit forming to me. It helps me a lot!"


"Quick to act, seems to also help with depression, overall the best pain medicine I've been prescribed."


"Midol Extended Relief is the best pain reliever for my period.  I used to take 800mg Ibuprofen because I get terrible cramping, now I prefer the Midol.  I don't have to take it as often and since it is Midol it relieves more than just the cramps.  Every woman in my office uses it for cramps."


"Was given this for knee surgery in 1989. At onset I heard a vibratory humming and the ceiling started strobing, being a deadhead I remember uttering WOW! out loud. One of the nurses said wow back. Then I was out.
When I woke I was very groggy for about a half hour but had no pain for the rest of the day but was kind of out of it.
"


"I have been on Savella for over a month and have found it to be the most effective medication yet for fibromyalgia.  I also take Neurontin and meloxicam, and the combination of the three keeps me almost completely free of pain.  No more brain fog, no more mornings where I can't get out of bed or days where I have to go home at noon because I can't function.  I was worried that I would have to give up my management job due to this sickness, but if things keep going like they are now, I will be able to keep on working.  Constipation, cold sweats are annoying, but not debilitating like the pain.  First week I experienced anxiety and unnecessary worrying (I'm not a worrier normally). Thanks!"


"I had a cold with a stuffy nose so I don't know why my Doctor prescribed this for me.  I wish I could give this product a zero. It did absolutely nothing for me except give me severe nosebleeds. I would love to contact the company to complain but I can't find their contact information anywhere. Worst 50 bucks I ever spent."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

"Shortly after I was infected in Mar 2017 the HIV wreaked havoc on my nervous system with some horrible peripheral neuropathy pain. Diagnosed on May 11 and started Genvoya in June with a class of 12,000 and cd4 of 660, one month later my class was 40 and cd4 increased to 822. Unlike most of the reviewers above I do have more side effects. The neuropathy is better thank God, but I have tiredness, sleeplessness, some abdominal pain, and lightheadedness. All that considered this medicine is what I call a wonder pill  because it just works period. Due to the fact that cobicistat works with the liver I take it at night before bed so my liver will be at rest while the Genvoya does it’s thing. This was not my first choice so thanks Doc!"


"So I'm on my second week with Mirena. I'm 26 and have never had a child, so insertion was horrible. I consider myself to have a pretty high pain tolerance, but this sent me for a loop. I got dizzy and clammy and almost passed out. Thankfully my best friend was with me and was able to talk me through it and drive my ass around for the day. The after cramps weren't unbearable, but still very uncomfortable. I only spotted for a few days afterwards. Last week was a breeze. I had no problems at all. Last night I started feeling cramping, like I was dreaming and could feel them in my dreams. I woke up this morning and the cramps were super intense. I got to work and too about 1,000 mg of ibuprofen because they were bad."


"Personal experience:

1. Put up with the initial uncomfortable feelings of dizziness, increased anxiety, insomnia, lethargy,  (the anxiety is usually your fears related to taking medicine and the 'what ifs', medicine alone can not make you think bad things.

2. After 2 weeks (yes I was one of the unlucky few who had very bad side effects for all that time but I stuck with it) the therapeutic effects start coming through eventually

3. Don't just assume medicine will make you completely happy, you still need to actively change your life to fix the root causes of anxiety or depression i.e do mediation, quit drinking, do CBT, take up exercise, see a therapist, be around people more."


"Took this medicine as prescribed by my ENT doctor for sinus infection. Been taking it for 4 day now, with no improvement. In fact my sinus is getting worse.. My phlegm is so thick that it got stuck behind my throat, causing severe cough and a sore throat that gets worse each day. The nasal spray and sinus douche that the doc gave me also do little to improve my symptoms."


"ignore the horror stories! I got the implant yesterday and yes there was some painful cramping but it wasn't enough to make me want to pass out or not drive home. I just made sure to relax and keep breathing and it was over before I knew it. I was perfectly fine immediately after my gyno removed all her instruments. I took 800 mg of ibuprofen before hand  and my nurse told me that I should just stay in pain meds for 24 hours because of the cramps, I did get cramps maybe 3 hours after I got the implant and a few of them sucked but they were like regular period cramps. I got home and cuddle up with a heat pack and went to bed.I'm halfway through my 2nd day and I'm not on meds and I'm fine. So far so good. Will leave another review later."


"I've had 2 back surgeries for herniated disks.  The second surgery wasn't successful and I have constant nerve pain along the right side of my leg all the way to the ankle.  MS Contin ER has helped a great deal.  I take 45mg every 8 hours.  I also take MS Contin Immediate Release for breakthrough pain (15mg up to 4 times a day).  All in all, thumbs up."


"Restoril helps me get to sleep and helps prevent me from waking up constantly during the night. I have had no side-effects from Restoril."


"Been on cymbalta 30 mg for days now. Controls my anxiety and my hunger. I hv lost about 8lbs and feel good. Also helps with my sleep at night. I am happy"


"I have had fibermyalgia for my whole life.  How I managed to have a full career and raise children, I only owe to eating Tylenol and aspirins like candy day and night over all those years.  Of course I was still in pain and couldn't sleep because the pain would keep me awake.  My family physician doesn't even believe this disease exists. He was upset my rehumatologist prescribed Tramadol for the pain and told me to discontinue it.  Tramadol 50 mg is the only reason I am pain free most of each day.  I finally feel like I have a life back.  Doctors who have Never experienced this type of chronic pain, do not know what a godsend Tramadol is for chronic suffers"


"I get more than 9 migraines a month. I know it's 9 because I was first given sumatriptan for them and only 9 every 30 days... I just started my first dose an hour ago doing 50mg total half a day then other half at night. Going to try it that way instead of morning because I'm terrified of the fog and driving confusion since I work full time an hour away from home... Anyways I weigh 184lbs... Weighed 100-107 from age 14-23 maybe even younger than I got addicted painkillers and when I got sober I gained a good 80 lbs! I feel so gross I can't see my damn girl parts haha so after hearing this migraine pill can make me lose weight I'm super excited and hope to get back to 120lb  ... I will def. update! -Steph"


"I have been on Pristiq for almost 6 months, 50mg. I was very hesitant at first but was desperate for something to help with anxiety, depression, and mood swings. It has worked wonders and my family agrees. The first week was hard but after that only minor side effects, most of which have disappeared completely. I am a different person now and so very grateful."


"This is the only medication I have ever taken with 100% results. Without this drug my life was uncontrollable. Always either ups or downs, now because of lithium I have been stable for over 25 years. I would recommend this to whoever wants to be their true selves again."


"Used it for two months and had no results it was still really bad!"


"Blood sugars and HbA1C have greatly improved. Some early nausea which improved after about 2 weeks. During the Next 6 weeks I felt very good, however the last 2 weeks the nausea, heartburn and abdominal discomfort has returned. I am now considering stopping the medication, I have an appointment with my doctor to discuss it next week."


"I took my 1st Vivitrol shot around 9/10/14, 2nd -3rd-4th-and the fifth shot 01/04/15. By injection 30 days apart. I can honestly tell you that I have not had any cravings for alcohol since the very 1st day of shot. I can personally tell you that I have not had any side effects. Some people may have but I have not. I now speak at my rehab center (Clarity)  where I was at.  I'm a firm believer in Vivitrol. Saved my life. I will take it for a year."


"I got the Skyla inserted about a year and a half ago. I've gained about 20-30 lb and I have noticed that my hair seems to be thinning. I'm 25.

I still get periods, but they're very short and I don't need a pad or a tampon-- they're really, really light. I get occasional cramps. Definitely less than when I didn't have the IUD.

I like the short, light periods and not worrying about being pregnant-- but the weight gain and hair loss are bothering me. I don't fit into any of my old clothes anymore. And it seems like I just keep gaining weight, even though I'm in an intense spin class.

I'm considering getting it removed because of the weight gain."


"I'm taking Onglyza with Lantus. It took about two weeks for the headache to do away but other than that, it's great and

no side effects except one for which I'm grateful.  All the weight put on by the Lantus (117 lbs) is starting to come off

slowly but steadily."


"This is the Miracle diet pill I have been waiting for. I have tried them ALL - Hoodia, Zantrex, everything you can buy at Walmart, Orovo Detox, etc. This is the only one that actually suppresses my appetite.  It does cause dry mouth, but that's fine: I drink lots of water because of it. I am trying to lose my last 10 lbs and maintain the 30lbs I have already lost, and I am only able to do it thanks to phentermine.  It kills my cravings for sugar, chocolate and all sweets and gives me focus and energy to get all the things done I normally would never do.  I love it.  The two negative side effects are insomnia and I get big pimples here and there on my face. IT WORKS."


"Tysabri has, so far, ended my relapses.  It has become my wonder-infusion!"


"I have been given many different diagnosis (Hemicrania continua, primary trochlear headache, Atypical Trigeminal Neuralgia) currently I have migrainous type chronic headache with Atypical Facial Pain. I was on 300 mg Topamax with a bunch of other stuff and this helped, but I couldn't add 2 2. It was like north pole magnets coming together. Now I have been on 200mg Zonisamide (Zonegran) for about 2 years and I have a 50% reduction in pain. As for cognitive impairment, I can live with the loss of spelling and reduced vocabulary. It's not that bad compared to either the pain or Topamax."


"I've been on this medication for about eight months for both panic disorder and anxiety, 30 mg twice a day. Just so people know, it takes roughly six weeks to kick in fully, so if you haven't felt anything yet, you need to give it time before you try something else.

While it does make me very tired after I take it for about 30-40 minutes, it doesn't make me chronically tired like I was while on antidepressants. A short nap definitely helps if I'm not doing anything in the morning. It's absolutely brought my level of anxiety way, way down to a manageable level, especially after getting to the maximum dose. I'm functioning normally for the first time in years and I love it."


"I have only been on phentermine for 5 days. I am 5 "8" and weigh 122 lbs. I have been on every diet out there! I have been sooo happy since I started taking them. I weighed myself this morning and lost 7 lbs already!! I have not been hungry AT ALL!! It is truly amazing! I do have a few side affects.. but this is a TEMPORARY medicine.. the side affects that I have.. the feeling that I am hyper 24/7, dry-mouth & sleeplessness are well worth it.. if I can keep shedding the pounds! I want to loose 70 lbs. I don't want to get to this weight EVER AGAIN!!"


"Good relief with NO fog."


"Don't let the online reviews cheat you out of a better life! I actually delayed getting Lupron by a year because I was so scared by the online reviews and reports of adverse reactions/symptoms. However, my experience was wonderful. My doctor put me on the ad-back and I did have a FEW hot flashes initially, but I would take those 1,000x over the pain my endometriosis caused me. I also took calcium to offset any bone density loss.
Please, Please, Please work with your doctor to decide if Lupron is right for YOU.
I did it and now I am on my way to restoring my quality of life."


"Been on Epiduo for about a year. Maybe a bit less. 11 months or so. Use it in conjuction with Doxy pills.Ever since I was about 13/14 I have had moderate acne. Mainly whiteheads. Bad enough to notice but not bad enough to take up too much time as a teen. Didn't go away by the time I was 21 so decided to go see the doc. First week of Epiduo- No difference at all.

Second-fourth week- Breakout central. Avoided looking in the mirror at all and got through the days telling myself it would get better. From there it has gotten much better. Still get a few but this would have gone down maybe 70% from what it was.  Don't recommend it for those with dry skin though. When I started it was oily and now I have to use moisturizer every day for dry skin"


"I have alot of allergy issues being in Texas, the worst state for year round allergies. I take something else daily but when the congestion is bad this really works well and not many medications work well for me."


"I absolutely love this medication. I have been taking it for a week and I am not sad, agitated or unfocused. It does cause me to experience some stomach upset but that is offset by the burst of energy I have been experiencing. I love it."


"First time taking birth control pills. Not even a week I lasted. I read reviews online to see what the side effects consisted of. I was convinced that you know "Everyone reacts differently" so I went ahead and gave it a shot. Within the week of taking these pills my side effects were:

-Knee pain on both sides

-Acne (another main reason why I wanted to get on it is so my acne would ease down)

-Migraines

-Depression

-Body aches

-Allergic reaction (I began to see large itchy red patches around my body)

Overall I couldn't bare it any longer and immediately had to see a doctor. I never write horrible reviews on anything but I think it's fair to share my experience for other first timers too."


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


"Recommend for anyone with anxiety/derpression in my case depression caused by anxiety to give a go. Had previously been on citelopram fluoxtine diazapam all to which had more negative effects than positive.Been on it for 2 / 3 months now and finally feeling like my old self at times increasingly more. Would like to know if there is a natural way to even the chemical balance though? gave me diareha first week of using but my body is now used to it."


"My own physician uses this medication as a sleep aid. I have used it for over 10 years for insomnia and feel like it's a miracle. Children were toddlers when I started using it. Before, I would get irritated, sick when they did, low energy, etc. It's amazing what sleep will do and I plan on taking it the rest of my life!"


"I had really bad anxiety/depression from switching schools last year. So much anxiety that I couldn't eat much or would throw up in the morning before school. Lexapro helped me significantly. Really helped calm my thoughts and made me happier. The only downside for me is the drowsiness. I feel super tired after taking it, but I'm going to try taking it at night now verses in the morning."


"I'm 22 and I've been on birth control since I was 15. Trisprintec. (5 yrs) Nexplanon. (6 mos.) Microgestin 1.5 (11 months.)  I was over the side effects from hormones and I have been researching on my own to figure out the best type of birth control for me. Eager but nervous, I requested the Paragard IUD to by OBGYN. I got medication to soften my cervix the night before, went in Tuesday and it was uncomfortable but way less painful than I thought (she said I have a high pain tolerance) it is Sunday and the cramping is bad, my lower back & abdomen are bothering me but the bleeding has stopped (I even started my period the day of insertion) I will review again in a month or so"


"My neuro started me on .5 mg clonazepam June 2013 to help me with extreme insomnia. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis Jan. 1995. My neuro in Sept. 2013 moved his office almost 3 hours away and no longer treats M.S.

I am having a hard time finding a new neuro in my area that does not have a several mo. waiting list (north Louisiana & Arkansas border).I ran out of this medication a month ago; obvious with-drawl symptoms have not been 'enjoyable': severe insomnia, nausea, extreme weakness; to me it felt like it was causing my M.S. to get worse. Today is the 1st day in 4 weeks I feel semi aka 50% back to my normal. Cold turkey off soma in 2012 was as bad as this drug."


"Started on this medicine in the hospital. So far it has worked at least as good as Zyprexa. It dose have a bitter taste to it but I have gotten used to it. The only thing I can say is I have a little bit more anxiety on it then Zyprexa but Ativan controls it pretty well and I sleep very well on it."


"Being 18 and having the condom break in your gf is scary... we both freaked out and tbh I was more terrified then she was. We took the pill 1-2 hours after it happened and for a week I was on pins and needles. She had lower back pain, sore breasts, nausea, and even vomited 3-4 times a few days after taking the pill. It was starting to take affect on the relationship as we both would flip out on each other about it.. (not good I know) but I'm happy to say on 1-4-17 she received some spotting and the start of a period. The pill works! Do not freak about it, there's a reason they make it!!! Good luck"


"My wife had frequent leg movements throughout the night.  Mirapex immediately stopped the leg movements.  She continues to take the drug daily and restless leg syndrome has not returned.  Very effective drug."


"I started off on Fiorinal...it has aspirin instead of Tylenol. I took that for about 20 yrs till the aspirin tore up my stomach.

I WAS switched to Fioricet. ...almost as good as the Fiorinal.

Together it's been OVER 40 yrs on this drug....absolutely fantastic. Helps me function and helps with the migraines and the almost daily tension headaches I get.

Some of the headaches get so bad it feels my heads exploding...Fioricet gets me thru this without any side effects.

For me this is a great drug...my new drs have decided to slowly take me off it...and lately I've gone back to suffering.

Gotta find new drs somewhere to give me my regular # of pills.

I've been lucky to have taken pills that've helped me so very much.l"


"I would not recommend this birth control. I've been taking it for almost a year now and it just makes my period all wacky. It also makes me extremely emotional as opposed to my last brand before this which was trivora  (love trivora) after I finish this pack I'm going to stop it all together. I just cant deal with it anymore. In the beginning it was fine but as time went on it just kept getting progressively worse and my period became all out of wack now. Definitely more cons than pros. The only thing that's good is that I haven't ever had pregnancy scare. Other than that....would not recommend"


"I am 61 and first contracted psoriasis when I was 46 years old. It started on my elbows and gradually spread to my arms, torso, buttocks and legs. The last few years have been extremely difficult with a lot of redness and flaking. I could not wear short pants or short sleeves as I was very embarrassed. Over the years I tried hundreds of over the counter creams, supplements, light treatments, saunas, baths, diets, and prescription steroid creams and ointments. Nothing worked...until Stelara. Three weeks after my first shot of Stelara I was 95% clear. Two weeks after the second shot a month later I was completely clear of psoriasis."


"I love this medication and it frustrates me that it is shunned upon so heavily by most doctors and mental health practitioners. Its true the withdrawals can be incredibly bad but if not abused, this medication is a god send for those with anxiety. I have strong mood issues and while I try to meditate / exercise / eat small regular meals / keep busy and be active etc. which helps most days, sometimes it just doesn't cut it when I'm having a extreme anxiety and just need to relax. I was prescribed 5mg for travel (panic attacks flying) but I cut that in 1/4 and just take 1.25mg occasionally here and there when I need it. That's all you need and I find it does the job amazingly."


"Wasn't for me. It caused irritability and anxiety with no help with depression symptoms. I was on 150mg 2x/d."


"I've loved being on the Depo shot. I have had no problems and not had a period since being on it for a year. Its a very easy form of contraception and doesn't cause me any problems. No weight gain or sickness."