"I have taken Adderall XR for YEARS now.  I have MS & as a result have hypersomnia, which is very similar to narcolepsy.  For years & years, I took Provigil alone for this & it was great.  But eventually, Provigil was no longer enough to keep me awake.  My doctor tried me on Adderall XR & it was amazing.  I was able to stay awake ALL day long & felt great.  I never had any real jitteriness.  It does make me have almost no appetite at all, ever.  Mostly I just don't think about eating, it doesn't really occur to me & when I do eat, I can't eat much.  But, having been obese most of my life...this hasn't exactly been a problem!  "


"I talked to my PCP about an IUD option for birth control. I went to my OBGYN and he recommended Skyla as I have never had kids. I got mine Feb 2016. The insertion hurt due to the clamp on my cervix. I cramped really bad. Once done I was okay. Once in my car I felt those pesky cramps coming back. I did not go to work that day or the next. The pain was ridiculous. But eventually I was able to manage. It has been a year now cramps are seldom, period is light (I use panty liners) but lasts 8-10 days. I like it but don't. It has its days were we are friends and others enemies."


"I started this drug 4 days ago.  I've had no really bad side effects except the dry mouth, as I was told to start with 1/2 pill for three days then go to full pill so my body got use to it.  My doctor told me to drink double the amount of water I normally would, so that helps a lot.  I've lost 4 lbs. so far and would like to lose a total of 25 that I've not been unable to lose for about 8 years. I'm 58 and even though I exercise three times a week, eat healthy, it wouldn't come off.  For my health, I am giving this a try and all the reviews give me hope!  Good luck everyone."


"Rapaflo has given me a very nice stream and taken away the pressure. I don't mind not ejaculating it's worth the flow. My frequency and urgency are not improved close to 3 months after starting. Get up at night less. Hoping to try it during the day instead of at night or increase dosage by 4 mg."


"While Cipro may clear up my UTI it triggered my seizure potential and lowered my seizure threshold. It also can interfere with seizure meds which isn't cool for me as it can cause seizures in people with previous head trauma too. Lastly, if also taken with NSAIDS like ibuprofen or aspirin it can raise risk. Use extreme caution if have history of seizures!!!!"


"I was on Tysabri for 103 Infusions, almost 8 1/2 years. I was diagnosed in 2002. Copaxone first with reactions, then used rebiff for 4 yrs. Helped alot while it was working, then it stopped in 2006. Started Tysabri. The Best MS Medicine! I Loved It! I am Going to Miss having No Symptoms, Side Effects or Flare Ups. I just talked with Doctor going to try Gilenya, in 2 Months after Solulmedule. Keep "


"I have been on Lo Loestrin Fe for about half a year. I like and would recommend this pill because it is a low dose estrogen pill. I have had no noticeable sides effects. No weight gain, acne, irregular periods, nothing. It is also great for the fact that it practically eliminates my period. I either have light spotting or no period. The ONLY negative for me is the price. But I still prefer it over cheaper generic forms. My doctor gave me a monthly coupon for mine to knock down the cost. ALSO REMEMBER, everyone reacts differently to certain medications, so you never know till you try. This may or may not be for you. Everyone is different."


"Developed panic disorder with agoraphobia one year ago after a traumatic experience on a plane. I finally gave in and decided to start treatment with Prozac. I was on 20mg for 3 weeks, then upped to 40 mg. No bad side effects AT ALL. My mood and attitude have improved greatly, and my daily panic attacks have diminished. When I do feel anxious occasionally, I am able to breathe it out and calm down, instead of ending up in the ER. I am now able to leave the house and drive, shop, run errands with no panic. I am still unable to travel by plane... otherwise, 10/10! And I am only on week 5. Heard it only gets better!"


"I have been on Loestrin 24 for about 2 months and I love it. When I was reading all the reviews I was scared to even try it because my doctor changed me from another pill because the pill had stopped working for me. No weight gain, I actually have lost weight. I get a very light period every month after I start taking the second iron pill. Moodiness only the day before I get my period but it only lasts a day and I am back to myself. The only negative aspects I have noticed is my boobs are very soar and it starts within the second week of white pills after I get my period but nothing I can't deal with and extreme fatigue the day before I get my period. So please try the pill and if you don't like it try another pill."


"So I'm prepping for this hydro colon cleanse which is the prep for a colonoscopy. I'm usually constipated and bloated which is extremely uncomfortable so getting it out is not the worst. The recommended dosage from my GI doctor is 1 pill a day for 4 days and I start Reglan 2 days before the procedure (along w the dulcolax...that will be hell).

I took the single pill at about 4:30 pm and went a few hours later. 1st time wasn't so bad but this diarrhea...ugh. It is almost 2 am!!! I could not imagine taking more than one pill. I'm guessing they should change the dosage information. I mean 3 pills??? That is insane!!!  One pill does the trick but I was just wondering how long the effects of 1 pill last "


"I work two full-time jobs in Information Technology on a high level at both jobs. I have to be razor sharp or the effects could be catastrophic. I have been using Nuvigil for almost 16 months.

When I was younger I was diagnosed with ADD and took Ritalin which helped but as I got older taking that was not realistic.

Nuvigil has been a godsend.  I am able to articulate my thoughts clearly, finish tasks at hand efficiently and timely, and also having ADD with Nuvigil it almost propels me in some weird microcosm of being smarter than 90% of the people around me. I am not sure how or why but that is my story and I gain nothing from this except hoping to help someone else who is lost in the woods "


"Having a history of family heath problems it was my time to develop one of my own, i was diagnosed with moderately severe depression and was placed on a moderate dose of Prozac. Weeks in i became extremely lethargic , my mood hadn't stabilized one bit, i presumed i would need a higher dose and that followed.

Eventually the dosage had quadrupled and showing no improvement, i beg to view the world in a haze, nothing seemed real and i didn't recognize myself . I was incredibly suicidal.

If you are not feeling this drug is effective do not continue using it, otherwise suicide is a very genuine threat.

I have found Sertraline effective as opposed to this freakish medicine."


Neutropenia Associated with Chemotherapy

"I have to rate this so low because of the side effects. I cannot even put into words how excruciating and debilitating the pain was. 72 hours an eternity. A experience that would stop me from taking chemo, but the doctor said he will not give it again. Hope this reaction does not happen to anyone else."


"I started getting severe headaches 3 months after starting a new job I loved; I was only getting between 4-6 hrs of sleep a night after being on my feet 16 hrs a day.  Artificial lights were like swords in my brain during the day, and towards the evening were intolerable.  Noise was also making my head hurt worse - to the point where I was throwing up from the pain.  I was given Topamax and had great results for a week.  Then tapered to better results than not taking it. I was still getting the headaches daily.  My doctor prescribed Fioricet PRN along with Propanalol to take with the Topamax as a preventative measure.  What a relief.  What a difference.  I had a Doctor of Osteopathy who immediately knew what to prescribe via my symptoms."


"This medicine was a life saver (literally).  I have tried quitting in the past two or three times and each time I went back to smoking my smoking intake increased.  I took this medicine for the three-month period and wha la!  I am free of tobacco.  I have smoked since I was 11 years old.  Now it has been a year and half smoke free and I am so so grateful!"


"My experience was a waking nightmare... I was started on a low dose to treat anxiety.. It didn't help at all. My DR kept slowly increasing my dose while I suffered from extreme anxiety with no relief.. I had weight gain, night sweats, oddly long menstrual  cycles, cramps, the urge to drink alcohol.  I went to another Dr that said the dose needed to be at least 225 to treat anxiety I was on 125 so he increased dosage. This made the side effects much worse and the weight gain. I didn't care about anything, I wasn't myself. I decided after 20 lb gain to stop and got tapered off. I became extremely ill it was like having the flu everyday for weeks. I've been completely off a few weeks now I have headaches still and extreme anger like rage."


"does absolutely nothing. I took 2, then 2 more a few hours later"


"I have yet to feel any relief using Flector Patches. I have end stage bone disease."


"I found out I contracted genital herpes from an ex boyfriend about 5 years ago. It initially felt like a cut on my vagina that itched and burned. Went to Dr next day and sure enough- herpes (ugh). I take the medicine as needed and it works like a charm. If I do feel one coming I take 400mg  three day for about 4-5 days. Clears right up. I also used to get cold sore a few times a year- haven't since taking this medicine. It's AMAZING. Just wish I never had to find out about it."


"I want to start by saying... Do not I repeat do not let bad reviews scare you!!! I googled for months reviews on birth control period and it caused me to cancel appointments for it out of fear. I got Skyla about a week ago and I have no complaints. The putting it in process was has bad as I thought.. It was uncomfortable but tolerable. My cervix is turned so it took my doctor a few minutes to find it which wasn't fun. Before going to the appointment I took 800mg ibuprofen and when I arrived I took 400mg of ibuprofen. After it was inserted i had small cramping. No even on the level my period cramping is on. the only thing bothering me is the back pain so far. Some days I have spotting, others nothing at all. I honestly forget I have Skyla in"


"I was less upset on this medicine but much much more anxious. Tried 5mg-20mgs and different doses didn't change the anxiety levels."


"It's effective, and the side effects aren't that bad.
Pros:
- It works.
- Hasn't caused weight gain.
Cons:
- I've noticed that since I started taking it my body temperature has been higher than normal, even if I'm not sick.
- A few times it's made me act hyper. Not sure why, but my psychiatrist said I should be fine. Doesn't happen very often anymore.
Notes:
- Not to be taken by people with Bipolar disorder. If your doctor prescribes you this, make sure they are aware you're bipolar.
Would I recommend? Yes."


"F...ing great.   It is great not to smoke. I have been smoking for 40 years and now I no longer need to  I'm so happy to be free from it"


"Very good cough medication."


"This blood pressure med makes me feel spacey, like I'm not here!  Makes my body weak where it feels like my own legs can't carry me!! I hate the way it makes me feel!!"


"Seasonique is the absolute worst birth control ever. I have been spotting for two weeks. I chose this birth control to control the heaviness of my periods, however, I cannot say that it has made my periods any better. I rather just have my period for 5-6 days and have cramping rather than go through with spotting for two weeks with cramps. I'm definitely going to my doctor to change my birth control."


"This product works, but it may take some practice to apply it most effectively. I've had painful burns from using it too often, or during the day (it may be the movement that exacerbates the burning?).
Buy a jar of cheap baby bum zinc cream
Apply the zinc in a circle around the part of the armpit where the hair grows, leaving the center clean and clear
Carefully dab Drysol only on the center area, preferably before bedtime, and put on a t shirt that is black or grey; zinc cream stains.
I do this several times a week. I've tried just dabbing the center of my armpit without the zinc, but the burn still occurs AROUND that center spot (but not inside it), even though I around apply Drysol there. The cream also works to soothe/heal burns."


"I've been reading the reviews 5 minutes after I inserted the cream in. At first I thought I was too much of a pussy not being tough enough to endure to burning pain. I admit, I'm still a wuss, but Do not try this cream. It hurts so bad beyond what you can take. The worst part of my story is, my GYN doc was the one who told me to get it!!!!!!!! WHAT THE F***!! I followed every protocol, I called, made an appointment, met with the doc, got the recommended treatment. What part did I do wrong???? It's so painful!!!! Is it a punishment rather than treatment for not taking care of myself well enough?????? Not getting it ever again, I don't care about the pill side effect anymore! What could be worse than this on-fire feeling???"


"I am a 63 year old male with severe hypertension. In my attempt to eliminate the number of prescriptions I was taking to bring the levels down to 'normal' , my doctor decided to prescribe spironolactone. The result was dramatic and it brought my BP down to normal. After a few months I began experiencing a pain in my breasts and after a few more months I noticed the pain and sensitivity increasing. My breasts were also increasing in size. I stopped this particular drug because I was concerned at the ever increasing pain, the increasing size of my breasts and no indication that either side effect would diminish. I am now on a quest to find an alternative to spironolactone without the disturbing side effects."


"I am on my 5th week of Loseasonique. I read the reviews beforehand, but decided to give it a shot since I never had any problems with other pills (LoEstren and Ortho TriCyclen) back in the day.  Unfortunately, the bad reviews were right (for me).  I had a little bit of spotting for a few days around week 2, but nothing I couldn't handle. By week 4, I started spotting, and have continually spotted now going on 2 weeks, now with cramps. It's not super light spotting either. I do have to wear a panty liner every single day, and of course I don't want to have sex with my hubby either.  I think I will stick it out through the first 3 month pack, but I will be more than likely try something else next round."


"I have found that it does work for helping me get a good nights sleep.  I also don't wake up drowsy.  "


"I am taking Percocet 10/325mg five times daily for breakthrough pain with Ms-Contin 30 mg twice daily, and 60 mg at night. I am taking them due to a past near fatal car wreck that almost left me totally crippled.  Taking these medicines have really given me my life back.  I also agree that it actually does help with depression; as some people have mentioned on this site.  I suffer from deep depression, and since taking these medicines it is like the depression is totally gone.  Thumbs up to the caring Pain Management Doctors and these two medicines.  Worked wonders for me."


"Hi. I have always been sick with each pregnancy and was put on Zofran. It worked sometimes. I have been taking Diclegis for about a month and it work the same as Zofran for me. Sometimes it work- other times it doesn't. I am up to 4 polls per day. Sometimes I still throw up and feel nauseous - like today. I guess the best thing for me is to get my tubes tied. I can't deal with this whole pregnancy thing ever again. I know one thing for sure that this is the very last pregnancy for me."


"I smoked for 25+ years i was smoking over a pack a day. I have tried other means of quitting in the past with no results. It would work for a few weeks/months but i found myself right back smoking. At first when taking Chantix  i was unsure if it would work and i was nervous about the side affects. I noticed within a few days cigarettes tasted different and the longer i smoked on chantix the less i wanted to finish a smoke. Toward the end of quitting, packs of cigarettes were lasting longer. It took me about 3 months on Chantix before i smoked my last cigarette 3 months ago!! The only side affect i had was sleepless nights. I have no cravings and  no use for cigarettes anymore.  Thanks Chantix for giving me my freedom and my life back!!"


"I was given samples of Silenor, and I've been taking it for about two weeks. My problem is not only that I can't sleep for more than 2 hours straight, but it also takes around 3 hours to fall asleep. Anyway, I noticed that I was getting a lot of terrible nightmares right away with the Silenor. As someone who hardly ever even remembers her dreams, the nightmares were quite obviously related to the medicine. Also, the Silenor didn't help me fall asleep/stay asleep at all. My doctor switched me to Ambien, and I'm trying that for the first time tonight. Most of you had a bad experience with Ambien and are loving the Silenor, so I'm not sure how this will work out."


"I go to pain management and seem to alternate between Norco & 10mg oxycodone.. I have to take more oxy combined with morphine per day to equal Norco 4 times daily, but they are both very addicting.... I hide it from my two children as they would have a fit. They are over 25 , to sum it up. I would rather take the Norco for my pain I think the Norco is the better pain medicine for back pain combined with what walking I can manage ."


"This cream is very and very strong, this is perhaps what many do not realise. I don't have a very sensitive skin but i had mild acne and my doctor proscribed a daily use of it. I applied before going to bed and after there second application my face totally broke out and it looked as if I had burnt my face fighting with fire, my patches were enormous and it would itch and burn. I discontinued after the third day and saw my dermatologist who proscribed Monovo to fight the side effects and Skinoren to apply instead of Epiduo. I wish I had read this thread before actually starting with Epiduo. I had to take extra unplanned holiday because I couldn't go to work with a tomato red face."


"I just stared Belsomra 10mg last week. I have completed 4 nights of it and so far with no luck.
The first night I took it at 9:37pm, and at 12:20 am I was still wide awake. The other nights have been similar experiences.
For $90 a month, brand drug, I would think it would work much better than this.
I took 2 Advil PM last night because I was so tired and it worked 100% better than Belsomra.
I also have had night sweats with Belsomra, and once I fall asleep, I still wake at some point in the night, sometimes multiple times.

I would NOT have your Dr write this drug for you. It does not work, and it's too expensive just to see if it works."


"After brain surgery my vocabulary and speech became very bad. A doctor suggested Aricept. I didn't notice any improvement in my speech but my kids did. Apparently it works for different things. Because of the surgery my short term memory is out. Long term memory is still there."


"Take this medicine for back pain. So far it has worked for me."


"It worked over a period of 24 hours"


"Hi iam 33 years old 5' 2" and weigh 230. I started taking Contrave 3 days ago, I took my first pill in the morning and shortly after I felt different, then my mouth started getting dry, through out the day I dranked lots and lots of water, which is a plus because I am not a fan of water, and I felt very sleepy, on the second and third day was the same but now this time I ate less major plus, but my anxiety level was at my most high, and I just wanted to cry. I felt depressed, I spoke to my husband in regards of my side effects, and I just started to cry, I've read some reviews and I see that it does work, but Iam having second thoughts because I don't want to feel depressed."


"I don't have insurance but do have a discount at my pharmacy. I've used Lutera for 12 years! Last month I was switched to Orsythia and did notice my mood changed a bit, was so hungry therefore gained 10 pounds. I did have a super light period and my breasts didn't hurt at all this past time. I needed to start eating good anyway and I've lost weight and I now know what's causing my increases anger so I'm more mellow (myself again). I like Orsythia and plan on not switching. "


"I have been on Invokana for 8 weeks.  The 3 rd week was the hardest with a horrible yeast infection.  Treated that and it's been better ever since .  I have lost 18lbs.  I feel great and have more energy.  The urge to eat bad foods is gone and my sugar levels are normal.  I have stopped taking my Apidra which was 14 units with each meal and 7 units at bedtime.  I have cut my long acting Lantus from 32 units to 26 units daily.  I think I will be off insulin soon if my blood sugars keep dropping.  I have a stomach ulcer and could not tolerate other meds so I had to go on insulin.  This drug does not affect my ulcer.  I am very happy to be on Invokana."


"My doctor prescribed Victoza to me exactly 5 weeks ago today. I have lost 8 lbs. in 5 weeks.
I have been eating right and watching how much I eat and I've only lost 8 POUNDS! I am very disappointed that I haven't lost more as most of the reviews I've read say most people have lost more. I also do not find the side effects worth the 8lb. weight loss. Victoza is not for me."


"I really love this birth control, because combination pills make me insane emotionally.  I take it every day at the same exact time, so it is extremely effective.  The only thing is, I still get my period, even though you are suppose to take the pills back to back.  I mean, I would still be getting it if I was on the combination, but it would have been nice to not have it.  Oh well, still worth it.

Do not take the pill at different times.  Even by an hour.  If you can't take the pill at the same exact time, you will probably get pregnant."


"I had pain in my back which interfered with sex, and since I've been on this, everything has been great. "


"This medicine is working for me but it makes me feel horrible. I've been shaking, have had rapid heart rate, nausea, extremely thirsty, chills (no fever), dizziness, and cold hands and feet. I did find that taking probiotics helps. It doesn't take away everything but it helps with the nausea. The only reason I continue to take it is because the Doctor said this could be MRSA."


"I'm 4 months along with my second child. This pregnancy is very different from the last. I never had such bad nausea, vomiting and dry heaving. I'm taking thus medicine in an as needed basis. So far I need one pill at night and another about mid morning. The original prescription said one morning, one mid day and two at night. I did that once and slept until 2 pm the next day. That's not healthy either. The only complaint I have is the cost. It ran $178.53 for us. A cost that wasn't expected but when Phenergren and Zofran isn't working....you give in. Just as every OTC or prescription, there are side effects. For me the benefit outweighs the risk. Try to stay away from medication until at least 13 wks."


"I had this birth control for 3 years now and it was processe and painless .. i barely get periods and cramps. . But i noticed iv been gaining weight and its been hard to loose .. iv been having lots of mood swing and always feeling angry and depression ... but a crazy sex drive. ."


"Only thing that relieves pain in lower spine allowing me to relax and sleep. "


"I'm 18 and I've had the Mirena for about 6 months. I wanted to try a new form of birth control because I always forgot to take the pill and I spotted really bad with the nuvaring. I took pain killers about an hour before the insertion of my IUD On a scale of 1-10 the pain was probably a 3. It's uncomfortable more than anything. There was some pressure, a slight pinch followed by a little cramping but the pain was very mild. My doctor said that light spotting and cramping is expected for about 6 months but I haven't experienced any if that. I went to soccer practice that day and felt 100% fine. 6 months later I haven't had any noticeable side effects! I haven't had a period either. 10/10 would recommend."


"Gain weight so much, feels like I'm always hungry.... Waited too long to switch I was 123lbs now 151 ......."


"I have been on the patches for about 5 years. I absolutely love them. I lose weight, no acne problems (I tried Mirena and had bad acne issues), and I'm not as moody. I recommend the patches to everyone."


"I have had my nexplanon now for almost 5 months, I love it. I bled off and on for the complete first month but haven't had a period since. I had acne especially  back acne before but since has really cleared up. This has been the best birth control experience for me to date. (I've had mirena, terrible! And the pill which was fine except I forget to take)"


"I was feeling a sharp right calf pain for about three days and thought it may be a Charlie horse. Decided to go to the er and bam!!!!! Dvt.  Huge clot but below the knee. Was admitted for two days heart rate went down to 38 close calls but thank God I am here. Have been on xarelto for 8 days now and not one side effect. Just hope it gets me through and helps my body dissolve the clot ASAP. Xarelto works for me."


"Wish I could say it was effective, but I could not get past the side effects within the first week. I was light-headed,dizz, faint and did not feel much like myself. The doctor told me I needed an adjusting period. By the second week, it was too much and I stop taking the pills. So now I'm wearing a nitroglycerin patch and carry Nitro pills with me at all times. I'm  on an EECP machine which dilates vessels and supposedly  encourages new vessel growth. This treatment is 5 days a week, 1 hour per session for 7 weeks."


"Didn't work for me. Made my stomach and head hurt. I was taking it for an ovarian cyst. I had to stick with Tylenol 3 instead."


"I have been on nexplanon for about two months now. And I actually really like it and I don't have to worry about a pill everyday or a shot every three months. So its hazzle free. From experience I have tried several different birth controls pills; all in which made me extremely moody or irregular. I have also tried the novaring; and that made me have severe abdominal pains. So this has been my perfect match. My only complaint is I did bruised after getting the implant in. And it stayed bruised for almost two weeks. But other than that no complaints. I highly recommend the implant. However you should know even though I gave good ratings; that doesn't mean it will be best for you."


"It worked for a week perfectly then stopped working. I am wondering if laxative plus linzess is the way to go."


"It was good for relief but I had an allergic reaction. It made my chest hurt. But if you don't have a reaction, it is good for long term pain relief and is much cheaper than most narcotic drugs."


"Well this is week 2 taking this and I have every single side effect. The worse is the abdominal pain. Of course your losing weight with nausea  and diarrhea. I have zero appetite but must eat something. I have lost 6 lbs already  but it's due to side effects. Not sure if I will continue this treatment  if these abdominal pain so don't  subside."


"In my case it triggered a manic episode, so I'm no longer on it, but a family member takes it for clinical depression and has seen wonderful results."


"64 yrs old, female. High normal BP.  Tried Norvasc but caused severe swelling feet/ankles plus red flushing on skin. Doc switched to Losartan for past month. Now I've developed diarrhea, flushing and the excessive sweating. Have to find something new."


"Saphris has done wonders for me. I have been on 10mg at night since July 7th and I have lost 4lbs already. I was on Invega paliperidone 9mg for 10 years. No matter how hard I tried (fasting, counting my calories) I couldn't lose weight. I like how Saphris puts me to sleep right away but I'm not tired the next day.Also, I have my sex drive back which I never had on Invega. I am so glad they have come up with better medications these days."


"Took EllaOne two hours after an accident (the condom broke). It costed around 30€. I didn't experience any side effects that same day nor during the whole experience. I tried not to freak out like crazy taking the fact that my regular cycles are often quite long (periods are usually +-35 days apart). My period finally came today, 9 days late! Don't worry, Ella does its' job :)"


"It's only been four days - I've been told it takes about 2 to 3 weeks for full affect.  I am taking 300 mg per day.  I definitely feel better, but it's subtle at this point (I wanted to go outside and be part of society).  What I'm most surprised about is the lack of side effects (other than no appetite) I have not one side effect."


"Don't ever take Reglan. It is an old school antipsychotic that was given to severely ill patients such as schizophrenics. It's like Haldol. It blocks dopamine receptors and can cause movement disorders. These uneducated, idiot doctors that hand these out for headaches and stomache conditions, should lose their licenses. It's disgusting. NEVER take them.."


"It's maybe my 5th week on the drug, noticed an increase in my productivity and feel like I can get a lot done. Although I'm suffering from nausea and slight headaches, I'm taking other medications so it's hard to say. Tried Ritalin, Ritalin XR and Dex amphetamine also. This isn't as aggressive as Dex, but Dex is my preference in comparison to this. Though it's still early days!"


"Complete relief for 6 months now. I have taken the shot 4 times every 6 months.no side effects"


"Have been on Tysabri for 39 months. For me, it has been life changing. I have been on it all in the last 11 yrs and nothing has worked for me like Tysabri I also experience post treatment headaches and prescription MIDRIN works great for the headache pain."


"I wanted to write this review because I see others really struggling with Minastrin at first and I want to tell you - take heart! I'm in my second month on this pill, and the first was rough. I had mood swings, bloating and bleeding every day for a month. I felt miserable and was convinced I would stop taking this. However, took the very first pill of my second pack and every single symptom disappeared overnight. I don't have a single issue anymore and the bleeding stopped. Not even experiencing spotting. I know every body is different so I'm not saying this will work for you as well, but in my case, sticking it out that first month was so important. I'm really glad I stayed with it, and I hope you give it a chance too."


"I started this pill about 7 months ago. The first month I was very moody. This went away by my second month. I've had mostly light periods that last 3-4 days, about two heavy periods, and these last two months I've had hardly a period at all. I don't particularly like this because you can't tell if you're pregnant or not but after reading all these reviews it seems quite common. I am a perfect user and when I'm not, breakthrough bleeding occurs. I would suggest taking this pill at night to combat nausea during the first month. Breast tenderness also occurred in the first month or so. No weight gain or appetite change. Cramps are lighter. My acne cleared up by month six. My sex drive and wetness is a bit lower but nothing some lubricant can't fix."


"MsContin is great for pain. I recommend this to anyone who has adhesions in your intestines, or anywhere you have scarring inside your body from surgery's. "


"I love it. I have had problems with my periods since I can remember. I have been on every pill, shot, and anything else they could give me and my body would get immune to the medicine after around 3 months and Implanon was about my last option literally before I was put into early menopause. I'm 20 by the way, and that was not wanted at all. I have had my Implanon for a year and a half and still love it. Yeah it was tough at first but it will pass..no weight gain, still have sex drive, no periods at all, and no sickness. Great birth control. Give it a try."


"I am a 30 year old female who has suffered from depression and anxiety my entire life and it got worse after I had my daughter.  Two years after she was born, I couldnt take it anymore and I had to get help.  I talked to my doctor and was put on Lexapro, 10 mg.  I hated it at first.  I was dizzy and "swimmy" feeling, couldnt sleep, couldnt eat, felt out of it, couldn't care less about things that were going on.  This only lasted about a week!  Then, I could gradually feel myself getting used to it.  My next appt, my dosage was upped to 20 mg (he started me on 10 because he wanted to ease me into it knowing I was a mom and worked full time; i still needed to function).  Let me just say that Lexapro SAVED MY LIFE!!  I love it and swear by it!"


"I have had Implanon since August 2010 and love it. It is not for everyone of course but you can not know unless you try it. I did not feel the needle go in my arm, they numbed it and that was the only thing I felt. There are times that I forget I have it. You do not notice it after a few days of having it. It is a really great method, you do not have to take something every day or put something in every month, it stays in for 3 years and once they remove it you can have another added the same day. I LOVE IT!"


"I've only been taking this medicine for about a week and I feel like a zombie. I have no emotion, lack of coordination, sometimes confusion, slurred speech and a constant headache. Hopefully this gets better."


"Well, very few side effects for me, but also very little pain relief.  I've been prescribed this several times to treat my chronic pain symptoms as well as a couple of acute things (injuries).  It was basically for the purpose of being able to function. "


"Double edged sword with Adderall. Great for concentration, brought my college GPA from a 2.5 to a 3.7, amazing. Although I do have trouble sleeping with it, and I often have mild bouts of depression, and roller coaster of emotion that I never have had before. Although it is important to state that this may be because I am not eating as much and forget to eat, which could easily cause these symptoms. AMAZING for athletics, I am able to run 3-4 times farther with this, really great. A nice feeling when its working and with  a definite comedown. Its important to mention I am on the IR version, which could be causing these side effects. My food habits are also now VERY healthy."


"I have fibromyalgia and take Tramadol 150mg daily. Recently had a flare of trigeminal neuralgia and widespread neuropathic pain and Tramadol was not working for this.  Doctor put me back onto Endep, which I had given up previously as the side effects were very strong.  Am now on only 5mg at 7pm and find sleep and pain relief much better.  Still feel hungover in the morning."


"This medication did not work for me, but my husband and I are happy I be expecting TWINS!  I went off birth control in early September with a plan to use condoms. We ended up not using any protection at a time when I thought I was ovulating so I took Plan B within about 12 hours. I had what I thought was my period about five days early and assumed it was due to taking the Plan B. Six weeks later, I found out I'm pregnant!  I think this didn't work for me because I was ovulating and must have already had an egg available that was fertilized before I took the medication."


"I got my implant in late June of 2015 because I was told by a colleague that her periods completely stopped immediately after she got the implant. I was sexually active at the time, and the thought of not having periods intrigued me.

 I had my period the week before I got my implant. My period skipped a month after the implant. Then the second month, I was bleeding heavily and then it became spotty over the course of two months. Then my period stopped completely for 10 months until late Aug of 2016. Now I've been bleeding off and on for almost a month and I hope it stops soon. I haven't had acne or mood swings while on the BC. I did have weight gain (30 pounds)."


"When started- slight upset stomach, moderate constipation.
6 weeks into it- constipation
I’m eating a cup of fruit and drinking 2 cups of warm tea for breakfast. Takes care of the constipation.
After 20 years of depression and anxiety I want to tell anyone reading this that healthy eating and exercise are your best bet. Medication only helps. Rated Trintillex a 7. It got me back to where I need to be, but as with most medications it comes with side effects."


"Every women's body is different... Try it for yourself than make your own decision."


"I developed severe anxiety whIle on lutera. It was terrible."


"I take this because my Loestrin pills got overly expensive. The pill works great. I have no periods, but I did get one randomly. It is light and tolerable, I don't feel violently sick like I used to before I took any birth control."


"This works!  Why was it not reformulated to change the carrier to comply?  Dr. has prescribed others - they don't work, and I get side effects.  "


"Kept me in regular sinus rhythm but after three years on the med I failed a stress test due to QRS widening, a potentially fatal heart rhythm irregularity.  Doctor states it was caused by the medication"


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"First day on Nuvigil prescribed by a "second opinion" sleep doctor.  My first sleep doctor kept discounting my complaints of constant sleepiness even after having the CPAP machine for over a year. He had never even talked about any medications for excessive sleepiness.   But, my "second opinion" sleep doctor did pay attention.  I can't thank him enough.  My first day on Nuvigil has been like a sunrise.  This is the first day in at least 6 years that I didn't fall asleep.  No headaches, jitters, nausea. Started to feel the "wakefulness" easing off after about 6 hours.  I agree about the cost, it's outrageous at over $10/day.  I also take medicines for Atrial-fib, so Nuvigil is one of the few I can take."


"Love Love Love. I hate needles so this is perfect for me."


"Started noticing my "performance" wasn't like it used to be. Often at times I was embarrassed to even attempt to have sex. Now I don't know about you but, this isn't an easy thing to just talk about with anyone let alone your doctor. A person you see twice a year. Did some research on my own and mustard up enough guts to just bring it up with my doctor. And believe it or not, its more common then you think. Now my insurance didn't cover Viagra so he suggested sildenafil 20mg. One or two didn't work for me. 4 or 5 pills (80-100mg) made me fill like I was 20 years young again. The pills lasted roughly all night. Just don't over do your dosage. I didn't have any side effects at all from the medication. Great for ED."


"I got the Nexplanon in July of 2013. The first 1.5 years I loved it! Only 3-4 small bleedings in that time, and everything felt great, no mood swings, etc. After a stressful month (not sure if this has anything to do with it but the timelines definitely coincides) I started having 4-5 days long periods, every 1-2 weeks. The bleedings became more infrequent for a short period of time (again timeline coincides with less stress), after which I started getting the frequent (but short) bleedings again. The last couple of weeks I've also become exceptionally moody, and about everything will make me cry the 1-2 days before the short bleeding occurs. Also I'm exhausted all the time. It was great until it went bad. Getting it removed ASAP."


"This Patch is amazing. For those of you having trouble removing the backing, just put patch in fridge for a while, or over night. We just keep the box in the fridge. Peels off nice and easy. And the cold patch helps with the itching."


"Ok so a bit of backstory. I have had anxiety and depression since I was 7 due in part to abuse. I was not diagnosed until a couple months ago. About 3 weeks ago I finally admitted I needed more then therapy to get thru this and went to my doctor and was given lexapro 10mg. I feel a little better, but I still feel anxious and depressed almost constantly, the only real change I have noticed is that when I get an attack it feels less frantic and I am able to just wait till the horrible feeling dies down. I also have not been sleeping well. I can't sleep at night sometimes it's the anxiety sometimes I just can't feel tired. I get 2-3 hours once the sun comes up but no matter how tired I am all day I can't sleep at night. Appointment next week."


"I got Skyla placed early Aug. The insertion hurt pretty bad. I jumped & wanted to cry. 3 days later, I was still extremely crampy, nasueous & dizzy. I figured I just needed to get used to it due to the fact that I have endometriosis so it may just be more uncomfortable for me at first. But then, about 2 or so weeks later, I got extremely severe sharp cramps 2 days before I started my period. The day before I started my period, I was fine. I started & it was pretty bad cramps, but bearable. Then about a week and a half into my period, (I usually last no more than 6-7 days.) I started getting severe cramps again, only 5x worse. For 3 days I couldn't do anything and I'm currently still on it. (Aug 30th-Sept 15th) I got it removed yesterday."


"It took about 3 days for me to start feeling better but this works for me. My only issue is that I can feel it wearing off about 2 hours before my next dose (I take it twice daily), I suppose that is what the IR 's are for. But overall, it works. "


"I'm shocked to read people say this stuff makes your cold sore disappear because I have tried it numerous times and every time my cold sore grows to be huge. Yesterday I drove to the pharmacy when I felt the tingling. I had a tiny blister and I proceeded to apply the abreva. I kept reapplying every 3 to 4 hours and it only seemed to get worse. Woke up in the morning and it was as if I hadn't used anything! The only thing I will say is that my cold sores last about 3-4 days with abreva (at least I think it's because of abreva). I do however need something better for my $21."


"I have severe cramping (can only compare to labor contractions) on the first day of my period. My legs hurt and the pain works its way up to my stomach- and leaves me in the fetal position while waiting for meds to kick in. My gyn did a laproscopy in 2010 and it helped until 4-5 months ago. I now have a new gyn and she wants me to try a hormonal therapy (birth control) to eliminate the cramping. I was not happy about taking birth control (had bad results when I took it in my 20's). I am now on my second week of Lo Seasonique and have experienced headaches, lack of energy and no sex drive (which I was never really active anyway). I haven't taken it long enough to see how my body will react to the pain- but I am crossing my fingers. I have not had any spotting."


"I recently switched to Junel from being on Loestrin 24 FE for years. I have been on Junel 1/20 for a month now and I'm pleased to say I have had no side effects. The switch over has been flawless."


"I'm 41 and was diagnosed with Asthma at 12 yo.  For as long as I can remember I had to have my rescue inhaler with me at all times, usually needing it 1-2 times daily.  After about a month of using Breo I already noticed a huge improvement.  As of now, and almost a year of use, I've only used my inhaler 5-6 times TOTAL.  It's amazing to feel like I can breathe for the first time in my life!  3 weeks ago I climbed up Mt Fuji in Japan.  Something I never ever thought I would be able to do!"


"After my experience with Gardasil, the only thing I hate the most is it stings a lot (compared to other vaccines) for 2 minutes, then boom it's just like I got a flu vaccine and everything is normal, no dizziness, fatigue, or anything. I even hangout with my friends the night after the vaccine injection, I woke up like nothing happened. I don't know if what I saw in the web is true about gardasil being bad, but base on my experience it's all fine."


"Lexapro has changed my life and the lives of my family.  I struggled with tremors, nausea, dizziness, chest pains, numbness and tingling in my hands and feet, and muscle twitching.  I thought I was dying.  After a million medical tests that were all normal, my doctor diagnosed me with anxiety.  I did not believe him.  I was started on Lexapro, and felt better in a matter of weeks.  I cannot adequately express my joy and relief.  I do not wish to fall into my bed all day anymore.  I am able to enjoy my amazing husband and children again.  I am posting to give hope to anyone who is experiencing anything like I was.  Anxiety caused me awful physical symptoms that  lasted all day for months.  There is light at the end of the tunnel."


"I'm 54 years old and have used Imitrex for almost 20 years. No side effects except leg pain for about 24 hours, as if I overused in a workout. Was on 100 mg tabs for a long time, with 3 mg self-injections as necessary. Now just taking 50 mg as I get fewer and less intense headaches now. This medicine is worth trying, but ask for EKG first if the doctor doesn't order it, this can help check for heart okay first."


"Nerve damage to my back occurred as a result of car accident. Nerve misfiring occurred. Electrical stabs of pain of varying degrees occurred randomly throughout my body. When falling asleep, electrical activity picked up such that I had to restrain my arms and legs and head. It took 3500mg/day to suppress the pain. No side effects. I sold my car and walked for years as my body gradually healed and the dosage required dropped eventually to zero. A second type of nerve pain coexisted that Neurontin did not touch, a burning pain that occurred all over my body. By chance (thx Docs) I discovered that Valium works very well in suppressing this type of nerve pain. Also might try a combo of Neurontin and med marijuana and walking."


"I have had the implant now for over 6 months. I have not had to use a condom once. I do get very moody and I have not had my period once since they put it in my arm. I still get cramps and my back hurts a lot and I have gain a bunch of weight."


"5 weeks ago I had a full knee replacement.  The going was tough but I started taking celebrex and with therapy  I jogged down my driveway tonight.   (UNBELIEVABLE)  I stopped taking oxycodone.  I couldn't be more happier.  Now going back for a hip replacement.  All of this and I am 79 years old."


"It works very well . I sleep so better ever since I stared taking my pills"


"Got the first shot today. Felt nauseous after 15-20 mins and diarrhea.

Arm still stings a little bit after a few hours."


"I was suffering from acute anxiety in addition to my psychotic disorder(from illicit drug use) I would get this anxiety all day long and I couldn't take it any more so I spoke to my doctor and he put me on Zoloft 25mg. Its a tiny pill but it has made a huge difference in my anxiety level. I also practice meditation every morning to augment the Zoloft and that's definitely helped too. For those that want to know I practice observational meditation( simply observe and note changes in how I'm feeling and attempt to silence the negativity). The only reason that I didn't give this medication a 10 was because of the sexual side effects. I have no sex drive and have extreme difficulty climaxing as well as maintaining an erection."


"I have been on metronidazole for almost a week for stomach pains. The next day I had a bit of a headache, but my stomach pains were gone. I have had no side effects and feel so much better."


"Lexapro was a life saver.  It saved me from being anxious and sad all the time.  In fact, it's helped me with my pre-menstrual syndrome also.  I am so much calmer."


"I am not fond of meds, so I wasted 3 months doing Dr Google on natural approaches.
It didn't work, as I continue having stomach pain, reflux, bloated, etc.
On desperation I went to the doctor and he confirmed I had HP.
I'm on day 6, and feel miserable with the side effects. Insomnia, high pulse rate, stress,etc.
However my gut seems to be better. Can eat better. I will take the probiotics, seems to help.
Good luck"


"Injection burns like fire!!  But the results are incredible.  After 3 treatments almost all areas are cleared.  Legs were raw and would bleed daily over most of lower leg. Now only slight redness still exist.  This has been a miracle drug so far. Had previously used Stellara and Otezla, without much results."


"So I got the implant in July of 2015. At first I was feeling okay, but after a couple weeks I think I became depressed. I get very moody and very impatient really fast. I don't get as happy as much anymore. I get periods, but they are very light and once a month 4/5 days. I've gained at least six of seven pound from the implant. I also got weird discharge at first I talked to my gyno about it and she said it was perfectly normal with the implant to have darker discharge. The implant works very well. I think I will probably keep the implant in for a couple more months to see if the side effects get better or go away."


"After an infrequent 5yearly flareup of crohn's I was given infliximab intraven. for several weeks. Apparently unconnected I experienced increasing short breath which got worse and was put down to possible heart probs. Investigations were extrememely slow and I just got worse. Following almost collapse it the street I was taken to hosp and my blood oxygen levels were at 75 which is I believe extremely low and my heart was on point of collapse. Following days of being on oxygen and then a lung 'washout' under general anaesthetic and more oxygen in the intensive care dept I made a rapid recovery. Apparently I was lucky??  I was eventually told I had suffered 'acute lung damage' ie the cells that absorb oxygen. most likely from the infliximab."


"Celexa was working for me the first month or 2. Now I am back crying and hating myself again everyday. I'm currently on 40 mg which is no longer working for me. I guess I need something better and stronger."


"In answer to change of health after going from 30mg a day to 20mg: I was diagnosed with a massive saddle PE on May 1, 2016 after having uncontrolled sweating with subsequent shortness of breath. 911 call, ER, BP 60/40 w/pulse 130-160. Doctor said surprised I made it to the hospital. Healthy, active 56yr old released after overnight stay with 6mos Xarelto therapy. Was fine with 21 day 15mg 2x day; 20 mg change made me feel like I was dying. Realized it was too much for my system at one time; cut the pill in half & took 1/2 2xday--still got my 20mg & felt good again. Finished with treatment for moment; since was unprovoked they've done extensive tests to find I have Factor 5. Waiting to see how 2.5mg Eliquis 2x dy 6mos works; just started."


"Nexium seemed to be the answer for the first 3 years but lately it has fallen short and all the pain has returned with vengeance. There always was the side effects of headaches, gas and elevated blood pressure."


"I've been on epclusa 7 weeks now. It has been difficult for me...I won't lie. Joint pain, toe and fingertip neuropathy, constant ear ringing, insomnia. Much better than interferon/riba that I did in 2003...I'm so tired I can't keep my eyes open. But my numbers looked good...hoping the side effects resolve once I stop the medication. No prior health issues. Genotype 3."


"Really helps my PMDD and my stress/anxiety. I was very thin from stress before I started on Paxil. I have rapidly gained weight since taking this medication. I have also become emotionless. As much as I dislike it, at least I don't feel anger, stress and anxiety anymore. Clearly I'm taking the good with the bad."


"I envy the people who have had success with Celebrex.  I need both knees replaced for osteoarthritis, and I also have pain in my back, neck, elbows, hips and wrists.  I've been on Celebrex for 6 or 7 years.  When I first used it, it used to make me very dizzy.  But it NEVER ever relieved any pain for me!

I always had to pop multiple Tylenol, Motrin or Advil to supplement, in order to get even minimum relief.

My doctor put me on Arthrotec today, and I am really hoping for success.  If that doesn't work, he's going to try me on Tylenol-3 (codeine-based)."


"Having been diagnosed with general anxiety disorder over ten years ago and taking Xanax 1 mg. twice a day, I was surprised when my doctor prescribed Lexapro, not instead of, but in addition to.  He said it was a mood stabilizer, but I know its and SSRI generally used as an anti-depressant.  Medical guidelines now require, or at least I've been told as much by my doctor, that primary physicians are required to ask questions regarding mental health.  I was asked, "Have you in the past two weeks lost interest in your normal activities?"  No.  "Have you in the past two weeks had thoughts of suicide?"  No.  Still, he prescribed the Lexapro and I started taking it.  The side effects were horrible.  Every symptom of depression, which I didn't have"


"I was prescribed 15MG for anxiety, nervousness and troubles sleeping.
I struggled to fall asleep and only slept for 3-5 hours I'm now getting a full nights sleep 8 hrs+.
I recommend taking them a good 1-2 hrs  before bed, (I usually take them at 20:00 and my alarm is set for 7:00 - 7:30). I find it a struggle to get up and out of bed but that is normal for me.
I get a really good night sleep and some pretty funky dreams. If I do wake up for any reason it isn't long before I fall back to sleep.
They melt on your tongue and have a slight orangey taste, and leave your mouth numb but not for long.
My anxiety has calmed down a lot and was sleeping a bit better after week 3.
My appetite increased for the 1st month but returned to normal."


"Zoloft saved my life after having post natal Anxiety after the birth of each of my children. I had severe anxiety, panic attacks and insomnia which led to depression. I was fearful about being alone.I was hospitalised for 8-12 weeks each time. Anxiety and depression is heightened when you first start this medication so Don't give up on it Give it a chance to work It took at least 8-10 weeks to start feeling like my self again then 12 weeks for symptoms to disappear. Don't be afraid to take a sedative at the start to ease the bumpy side effects. Stick it out. It will be worth it in the long run. I frantically googled reviews on here just like you so wanted to write my story to encourage another mum experiencing similar symptom"


"I was put on 50mg trazodone almost 4 weeks ago, for anxiety with the resultant insomnia.  Within a few days, I felt much calmer and not worrying and getting worked up about simple things. It was day 10 before it really kicked in to help me sleep, I will sleep for maybe 2-3 nights in a row, then have a wakeful night, although I still feel rested after a few hrs sleep. All things considered, they are helping me a lot."


"My younger brother was on remicade for 10 years , and yes it helped him with the uc but he just passed away from cancer and liver failure at 27 years old most likely from the years of remicade. So I am leaving the warning to be careful and think that this is just some miracle drug.  Everything has consequences"


"I found it really helped my asthma and has made a big difference in the quality of my life. However what I would say is that it did cause mood changes with me, these were very noticeable for the first few weeks it felt like I had drunk 10 tins of red bull. I was very confrontational; this subsided greatly though and in some ways made me more confident. I never take the tablets in a morning though always at night, or I will kick off for the slightest thing, which is totally out of character for me. "


"At 1.8 now and doing well but have a great deal of acid reflux at night. It may or may not be a result of the Victoza but no fun. My A1c was always too high so my endo put me on Victoza..a miracle. I was a serious eater and don't even care if I eat at all now. Have lost 10 lbs and feel better. I'm a Type II diabetic but have been on insulin for a long time as I found it to be less trouble than pills. My endocrinologist took me off my Novalog..so far, so good."


"I've been struggling with insomnia because of shift work disorder.  I started working graveyards in August of 2016. Today is October 31st 2016.  I took the  10mg first to try it out.  It worked ok but I still woke up here and there.  But I liked it.  Last night I tried the 15mg dose and oh my God did I ever have the worst nightmares of my life.  They were so vivid and real.  They scared me awake several times and the dreams did not end in my waking state. I seemed to shift back to sleep without even knowing it or I was still  awake.  I can't tell but the nightmare kick right off where I left them.  I guess I slept but honestly I'm terrified to take them again.  I'm literally shaking after this experience."


"I wouldn't believe it if I didn't see it for myself. So maybe you'll have to take my word on it. But this medicine is absolutely a lifesaver. This is my third cold sore. My first time was years ago I had no idea what it was or when I did it was to late and had to deal alone. The second time was a year ago I called my dr who prescribed a round of valtrex, because I caught it kinda early it still progressed but was nothing like the first time. So my third time is happening right now. But since my last outbreak I begged my dr for a daily script . Wednesday I woke with a small lump and I knew. I took 1000mg and watched it slightly raised and I could see the pustules under the bump.. I took another 1000 at night . It never progressed past that."


"This medicine shouldn't even get a 1. Hopefully you were smart and read the reviews before taking because I didn't. First night I took it, I woke up in the morning and vomited three times. Continued to take it the following day (thought the vomiting was due to something I ate) and continued to vomit. I will never take again."


"I gave Levora a 5 out of 10 only because for the the five years I've been taking it, it has served its purpose. I have not become pregnant, I've had lighter, shorter periods, no acne (but this was never a problem for me) and only minimal weight gain. Other than that I have to agree with most of the other reviews on this page that my sex drive has decreased significantly and I have become overly emotional. I started taking the pill right out of college soon after I met my husband (before we were married). Before the pill I had no issues with sex, dryness, desire, etc. but we've been struggling with it for the 5 years we've been together. After I finish this month's pills, I will be trying a new pill. "


"Kept my moods balanced"


"I used to be on valium back in the 90s when it was easier to get for panic attacks and ptsd and when the narcotics laws changed I got off of them because my family doctor wouldn't give them to me. Panic attacks started happening again when I have a thyroid disorder. Now I'm seeing a psychiatrist to get them again and they have given me part of my life back. Before seeing psychiatrist my Dr tried me on multiple different ssri and none of them work. And ssri drugs have me ED. Valium has only 1 side effect to me and that is just being drowsy for an hour or so. Valium is a life saver."


"Started this about 2 months ago. I believe it is far superior to lantus and levemir. It doesn't peak, just gives me a good basal insulin dose. I would recommend it. It also helps with my problem of high morning numbers. With diet, Trulicity, Metformin and tresiba, I have morning numbers of 100-116 and have lost 37 lbs in 3-4 months. I used to wake up to 180 -240.
I started at 80 units a day and I'm now down to just 8."


"I started taking this 8 weeks ago, and after 4 weeks I got a period. I just assumed it was my body adjusting. It went away for about a week, but now I have been bleeding heavily for the past 3 weeks. This cannot be normal. My skin has gotten way worse and I have become very moody. "


"I have been using this for a year while regularly having sex and never got pregnant. I think this is a great pill, it worked wonders for my sex drive as well.  However, it does cause me to spot the week before my period most months and not all cramping is gone.  Emotionally it has not affected me at all!"


"This drug is dangerous.  The side effects are horrible and the withdrawal process to get off of the drug is arguably worse, if that is even possible.  This drug should be taken off the market."


"Ok I have been reading up on the side affects and reviews of this medication my 6 year old had tried 2 or 3 other ADHD medications from a clinic he stayed in for about a month he is on XR 20mg and it to me has honestly done wonders my son is able to focus, learn, sit still and get his school work done. He is so much happier that he is learning and can focus on one subject at a time rather than racing through his brain. I like it and only concerns is he can hold better conversations but his answers to question are very short "How was your day?" "Good...".You have to ask him more questions to get more answers. Then you have to repeat or either give him one instruction at a time for him to complete. I'm concerned about the long term side affects"


"So far so good limited side effects."


"When my dermatologist first prescribed Ziana, it worked pretty well. I put in on at night along with taking Solodyn, an oral antibiotic, once a day. I saw improvement in my acne for about 1-2 months, but I think it's starting to wear off a little bit. But over all it worked pretty well."


"I was on Ortho Tri-cylcen Lo for a few years. I decided to change it up and try Yaz and this made me insane. I had horrible mood swings, I was depressed, I didn't have any interest in my job or friends, and I just wanted to die. My boyfriend made me switch back to Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo and I was back to normal. It was an awful experience, and its disturbing how something can change you so drastically. I know other people who are perfectly fine on Yaz, but it did not agree with me at all. I think it was just too much hormones for me. Every body is different."


"I had the mirena inserted June 2015 at my six week post-natal appointment . I felt no pain probably because I had vaginal delivery. I had bad cramps and spotting for two weeks and that stopped. I have had headaches that won't quit , terrible mood swings (I can go from happy to sad in seconds ) I can't seem to shake off all my pregnancy weight, I'm bloated , dealing with Insomnia, I don't have interest in sex (which is awful because I'm married) I feel like a completely different person, cramping and spotting -which isn't too bad. Overall I'm just skeptical about this and I intend on getting it removed soonest !!!"


"This was a first time I had tried the patch.  I was nervous after having read some of the side effects and reviews.  I had put the patch on a few hours prior to a whale watching trip.  The waters were very rough and choppy.  I normally would have been ill had I not used the patch.  It helped my nausea from motion sickness in the car and on the boat trip.  I felt tired on the one and half hour car ride back but that could have been from a long day with 3 kids too.  Definitely did not effect me like Dramamine does as far as knocking me out to near unconsciousness.  I was very please with how it managed my motion sickness.  Will be sure to use again when I go on a boat.  I may even try it when we go to amusement park's rollercoasters!"


"Have been on copaxone 20, avonex, and tysabri.Avonex caused bigiminy, tysabri was stopped because I had the virus and could have a brain infection. Copaxone has kept me free  of relapses for 12yrs. I recently started copaxone 40 and have had 2 massive injection site reactions and am currently off treatment. I hope I can start back on copaxone 20, in 6wks. I am a lucky person, I am weak and tired, at 67 doing ok. I do not recommend copaxone 40,but do not want geneticists."


"First of all I want to thank the V.A. without it I would not have access to this miracle medicine. Have been on Harvoni for the last 33 days. A little tired but no big deal. Will keep you posted."


"So I am still a big believer  that low dose naltrexone does a great job with people. I have no doubt that it works for some people with trichotillomania. However, it did not do that for me. I was pretty disappointed. I have been diagnosed with very minor trichotillomania. But I always have to get my haircut short so that I don’t touch it. I read a lot of reviews being excited about naltrexone. It just did not seem to help. However I still encourage people to try it depending on the severity of their trichotillomania."


"Amnesteem worked very well for me. At first, my acne got worse and I was doubtful. After a few weeks, my skin really cleared and every morning I wake up and one more blemish is gone and the ones that are still here are smaller and less red. It is very important to wear sunscreen and always have Chapstick with you."


"Propranolol has reduced the frequency of migraines during the past 8 months that I've been on it. However, it makes me so tired and "out-of-it" that I'm lethargic...so I've put on 15 pounds and I never want to do anything! I can't stand this awful side effect. I'm 46, female, and now weigh 160. Was at 145 before propranolol. The size Large pants are getting tight. I'll be in XL soon if I stay in this medication. It doesn't help that I'm also on Lyrica since one month ago (so now I'm even MORE tired and confused!)   Tried topamax in the past to prevent migraines. It did help in my 30s, but not in my 40s."


"Absolutely terrible stuff. First colonoscopy experience and I will make sure I NEVER have this stuff again in my entire life. First dose took a long time to choke down, but stayed down. The second dose not so easy. I took a good 3/4 of it (over quite a long period of time) and then the taste and medication overwhelmed me and I vomited. As I've seen here I recommend sucking on a lemon between sips and using a straw. BM's are pretty much where they should be so I'm thinking all should be fine for procedure in a few hours. Only rating a 2 for effectiveness - every other aspect of this was completely unbearable."


"I knew I was having low T and had it checked; won't bore you with the details but it was extremely low.  About four hours after applying Androgel I felt a surge of well being, almost giddy!  Over a few days it levelled out and my previous moodiness, tiredness was much improved.  Worked great for a year, then insurance stopped covering Androgel.  I switched to Fortesta.  At four months I just felt like it wasn't doing enough, and asked the doctor to increase my dose.  He did, then at  one year my testosterone level was only 150!  For some strange reason, I just don't absorb Fortesta.  I don't want to deal with the smell of Testim and, so I'm starting shots soon.  Can tell when I'm low!"


"I had this particular IUD placed on Monday. So I've only had it a day. I have had a child and also have endometriosis. I experienced mild pain during insertion, 4-5/10. I had a lot of cramping and uterine spasms yesterday after it was put in. My Dr says that it will help with my symptoms of endometriosis and obviously prevent pregnancy. Today being the 2nd with this IUD I have had intermittent cramping. My cramps seem to be worse in the evening, I guess because I keep myself occupied during the day with work. My cramping is nothing that ibuprofen doesn't help. I have had spotting and was not in my period during insertion. I have felt a bit bloated but that's slowly starting to resolve. I would recommend this device."


"I have had the gout since I was 26, am now 73. I took allipuronol 300mg for many years (it worked). My doctor has changed me to Uloric 40 for about 6 months and have had no side effects, my blood tests are well in range. I am very pleased with this."


"I was on Loestrin 24 for about 3 years. I switched because I could no longer get the coupon and it was too expensive. Initially, I noticed some stomach pain, but I have endometriosis which could have caused that. My periods were non-existent after the first year. I went the entire year without a period. I did not have mood swings until I switched to Loestrin 10. Over the past few years, I have had consistent weight gain, without changing my diet or exercise routine. I am not sure if that is due to the medication or an underlying problem. I did not notice any breast tenderness/swelling until I switched to Loestrin 10 either. I have now switched to Generess and am on my 4th day. Extreme nausea. I may just pay the $50 for Loestrin 24 every month."


"I have been taking the Microgestin Fe for about a year, because it is available for free through my insurance as a generic brand although I began using Lo Loestrin Fe about a year prior, but it was too expensive to continue. I also have experienced very light to practically nonexistent periods. At first the periods were more normal but became lighter and sometimes only bleeding occurs 1 or 2 days. My normal menstrual cycle is usually 3 to 4 days when taking a different brand (previously I used to take Ortho Novum and Alesse which seemed to work fine for me). My menstrual cycle on Microgestin does seem to skip a month, or it is so light it is hardly noticeable. No nausea symptoms, because I always take birth control pills with food."


"Restasis SINGLE-DOSE was quite effective and easy to use for my dry eye condition after having intra-ocular lens implant 6-1/2 years ago. I switched to RESTASIS MUTI-DOSE for convenience. But, because of the viscosity/thickness of the MULTI-DOSE liquid it is nearly impossible to dispense.  My hand goes into a spasm trying to squeeze just 1 droplet out. Even my big strong husband has struggles with the bottle. Allergan put too much castor oil and glycerin in the MULTI-DOSE formula. I called Express Scripts pharmacist and was advised to throw out the bottle and try a new one, thinking it was faulty.  New one was just as bad."


"I was on Percocet10/325 and due to the DEA wanting to cut back on the amount of tablets that was given out my doctor was forced to try me on something else, he tried Opana but that was my worst nightmare.My heart went crazy and my breathing was way off.Now he has tried me on Belbuca,starting out at 175 and moving me to 450,the only thing I can say is I 'm not sick or having withdrawals,other than that I have bad pain and can't do anything.The medicine doesn't stick to my jaw half the time and when it does it leaves a white film that doesn't dissolve.I feel Belbuca was studied long enough,or the participates didn't have the chronic pain that others have.I feel it's weak in comparing to percocet.I took 6-10/325 daily and wish I was back."


"I am very pleased. A good erection a while."


"I've been taking Cymbalta for about 3 weeks now. I started with 30mg for the first week. I found it worked but not quite there for me so I asked my Doctor to increase it for me. I'm on 60mg a day now which I take in the morning. I feel much better on this dose. I feel happier, much more calm, relaxed, less worry, and I even find myself being more friendly to people in general. I also take 300mg of Wellbutrin in the morning for my depression. This combo seems to be really working for depression and general anxiety.

Side effects: frequent headaches (I just take Advil when needed) a little bit of increased body temperature and I'm up later in the evening and wake up earlier in the morn. When I wake I'm super wide awake and very clear headed."


"I started taking this drug 10 years ago because I was always stressed and was waking up at 3am. Started on 0.5mg at bedtime, combined with Trazadone, and it would knock me out within 15 minutes-I almost had to rush to the bed sometimes. It was prescribed to take another dose in the morning but I only did this once, as it made me very sleeping driving to work. I later discovered the Trazadone wasn't doing anything and now just take the Klonopin at 0.75mg at bedtime and it gradually puts me to sleep and keeps me there. If I wake in the middle of the night and would normally stress about stuff, I am able to fall back to sleep till morning. Helps with work anxiety during the day, too. It has been a miracle drug for me!"


"I have narcolepsy and ankylosing spondylitis, I also suspect that I have Psoriasis on my scalp, but haven't had it diagnosed officially yet. Simponi relieves some of the pain and discomfort from the AS and I usually have no lesions on my scalp while I am using the injection regularly. I also take 5 tabs of methotrexate weekly (along with all the side medication that goes along with these).  I recently came down with a bad cold and was taken off these medicines temporarily.  Immediately upon missing my injection my symptoms were back.   The lesions started to appear on my scalp and are pretty bad.  I would say that my quality of life has significantly improved since starting the Simponi about a year and a half ago.  I take one injections per month."


"I have taken this pill 2 times , once when I was 16, once when I was 18, both times I freaked out , first time I had all the side effects , second time I had no side effects. Both ended up fine !!"


"Pros: Did not get pregnant. Not very painful (removal kind of sucked).

Cons: Minor acne at the beginning of implant. General feeling of depression/moodiness (Admittedly this was WAY worse when I took Orth Tri Low dosage). Weight gain (Take this with a grain of salt - I was not watching my eating habits at all in 2015). Constant bleeding (maybe 2 days a month I wasn't bleeding).

Duration: April 2015-January 19, 2016 (9 months)

I had it removed because I couldn't deal with the bleeding and moodiness. Everybody reacts differently, but it was just not worth it for me."


"I have stroke induced epilepsy. Many of the medications controlled the seizures in the required dosages but the side effects on my stroke side frequently left me nearly non-functional.

I was 68 when my neurologist suggested Aptiom as an add-on to Lactimal. The combo still has side effects relating to aphasia and balance but, with consistent effort, I function really well. I’ve been taking Lactimal 200 mg/Aptiom 400 mg and am still seizure-free after 18 months.

I'm on Medicare (think "doughnut hole") and do not qualify for additional assistance."


"I had taken Librium for around 20 years off and on for Anxiety and panic attacks. I only take a small dose but it has always been very effective. Anytime I didn't need it, it was easy to get off of it. I take if as needed. I would recommend it to anyone as it seems to have no side effects with me."


"Byetta has helped me lose 32 lbs in 63 days. I have kept my sugar levels in the 100 range since starting this medicine. I was 253 pounds at 5 foot 9. Diabetes was not something I ever thought I would get but my glucose numbers were in the 300 range and fasting they were 250! The doctor put me on byetta and metphormin. I will be honest, at first, I ate the same bad foods and was throwing up every time! Now, I keep my sugar grams to 22 grams a day and 110 grams of carbs. Once I controlled the sugar and carbs, the nausea stopped! You just need to re-train your brain! My eyes wanted to get lots of food but I couldn't eat it after byetta! Just know your body and if it's too much, tell your doctor."


"I just got Implanon today, it was basically my cheapest option considering I can't take birth control pills due to the hormones that are in them. I had a brain tumor removed in 2007 so that's why certain hormones don't work with me. I have a 19 months old daughter and my periods have been very painful and long. My Ob Gyn and I discussed this and we think it is worth a try. She told me to be on my period when I came in to get it and today is day 6 of it, I have read reviews of people bleeding constantly after getting the Implanon. That is about the only thing I am worried about. I will be sure to post again in a few months. The process of getting the implant wasn't painful at all, just had a reaction to the numbing medication. "


"I love this patch I've been on it for about 6 months now and I haven't had any issues with it. For me I'm constantly on the go changing routines so when I started looking into going on birth control i already knew the pill wasnt gonna work for me. I wouldn't be able to take it how your supposed to for it to be effective. So I  thought I was stuck then I saw something about a patch. The more I read into it I was like I can do this. change it once a week for three weeks outta four easy enough. And as for my period its done wonders I always had short periods (about 3 days) but it was heavy and the cramps and the worst  thing was nothing would help them either. Ever since I started the patch my periods aren't as heavy and I have little to no cramping"


"I am on my last week of 12 taking Zepatier and have had absolutely no side effects EXCEPT I have gained 6 pounds while taking this drug...not sure why I just want to carb load. I was on this site wondering about long term effects on my body from taking a drug that I know nothing about but I will not have hep c, the virus is now non detectable in my blood tests after having it for over 40 years."


"I used this for a year for insomnia, but once my sleep cycle got better they took me off of it.  I am going to ask for it again as I have been reduced to 3 to 4 hours of sleep once more.  I hope it works as well now as it did 20 years ago."


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


"I took the drug for two days and ended up with heart palpitations, racing heart, dizziness, and passing out for 8-9 days after stopping the medication.  I was not able to drive for 5-6 days after stopping the medication due to the dizziness and being on the verge of passing out.  After that time, I was able to drive to work but had to pull over to the side of the road when I felt my head spinning.  I went to the emergency room on day two and was put on a heart monitor.  Even laying down resting, my heart was pounding through my chest; nothing could calm it down except for time.  Time for my body to purge the poison."


"I took Yaz because of my problems with tiredness and heavy mood swings. While on the pill and I noticed it made them 1000000 times worse. However, it did make my periods light which was super nice for a change. I took this pill for only 3-4 months then had to switch because my boyfriend and family were sick of me being moody all the time."


"I took 10 mg tabs in the morning for like two and a half weeks.  It had me believing in myself again.  Almost manic like.  Thinking I'm a genius, maybe I am.  So also my emotions are deeply repressed, like I don't ever cry.  After taking Abilify though, it seemed I was consciously aware of my own duality and that my emotions and thoughts are separate.  Now that I'm on Abilify I can switch between what I want.  Emotion, or thought.  That's new for me.  Then the side effects stopped me cold.  Akinithesia or whatever hit me bad.  Physical tiredness.  Stopped taking it.  "


"Was prescribed Baclofen 20 mg and allowed to take one half to one pill per night at bedtime. A few days ago I bent over and couldn't get back up. I am active, not old, and fit. Apparently I pinched/compressed a nerve(s) in my sacral area. I was taking methylcarbanal with little relief. My PCP have me a Toradal shot and Baclofen. Wow! Baclofen worked great but 20mg gave me a hang over the next morning (no headache). Woozy, drunk and floaty feeling. Decided it was best not to drive and stayed home. While I am grateful the Baclofen worked I will be taking 10mg from now on when needed. 20mg is just too strong for me at 5'8 and 140lbs."


"I found tremendous relief during the past six months with Mucinex for fibromyalgia, however I was wondering if any other person thought that the Mucinex also caused sensitivity to sugar.  I also noticed that when I took the 1200mg of 12 hour timed release Mucinex I felt energetic, however my joints were extremely painful.  My shoulders and left knee were on fire, and my left leg was swollen.  I reduced the dosage to 600mg timed release.  Now I feel okay, able to function without the extreme pain and swelling, the sensitivity to sugar is still there though.  Also, I am premenopausal and was wondering if anyone thought that taking Mucinex made the symptoms worse.  Overall Mucinex works for me."


"Cd4 190 went up to 400 (after a yr)  now undetectable, had crazy dreams but not as much. Still struggling,  crying spells and sad at times. Very ashamed & embarrassed.  Meds are good overall, but i wish i neva got in this mess."


"Very effective and no side effects."


"So for it help with my anxiety. But with pain I wonder do it help with that."


"I have had migraines since I was a young child.  They have gotten worse as the years have gone by (I'm 37).  I would be completely debilitated the entire week I was menstruating with several other less severe migraines throughout the month.  I tried all the triptans, and ended up with horrible rebound migraines.  I tried Topamax and it made my headaches worse (and the side effects were truly terrible).  Propranolol has been a huge lifesaver.  It hasn't completely erased my headaches, but I get much fewer during the month and my menstrual migraine is manageable--not completely debilitating.  My only complaint:  my heart rate doesn't get high enough to exercise aggressively.  But it's worth it to not have the out-of-control migraines."


"I lasted only 1 month on this pill. As soon as I started taking this, I was am emotional, angry, anxious mess. Everything either made me angry or it made me cry. I was also exhausted all the time. I normally work out 2-3 times a week, but I noticed I was so tired everyday, I only worked out maybe once a week. As for weight gain, I think I might have gained some water weight, but nothing too noticeable. It didn't affect my appetite too much either.I was on Junel Fe before which was great until the very end, where I started getting abnormal periods. I'm on my placebo/period week now and cramping and heavy flow. Two things I didn't have much of with Junel. I'm switching to Apri next week, and praying it works better for me!"


"I have severe arthritis anyway and have a lot of pain but this was over the top. First day fine but the next 4 days I was down with bad joint pain, back pain , chills. Not sure I am going to do it again. I have already had 3 breaks and cancer so I don't know if that's an option for me."


"Taken with a regimen of meds to treat Fibromyalgia/Myofascial Pain Syndrome, stiff muscles, muscle spasms, and chronic pain from head to toe.

The medicine works, no doubt. But the longer I've been on it, the more side effects or dysphoric reactions occurred. I literally need to get off it now after 18 years. The feeling of needing to move, itching body-wide, body temperature changes, double vision, and just about everything reported on these lists has now become noticeable to others as I change before their eyes. The feeling I experience is worse. Carefully watch while on this and have loved ones observe you. "


"Hi all! I was given this medicine for my anxiety, I took it for 1.5 months only. I want to advise people who take this medicine to stay clear because when doctor made dosage smaller before stopping, I began to have weird sensations, my body started to sweat and I began seeing aurora around people and objects on road and was fainting for the next three months. ER say I had grand mal seizure and need a neck surgery, it didnt feel like seizures I just felt like I was dreaming. In the ER they gave me the same medicine to treat seizure so I dont know what is wrong?? Why is this medication given if its so dangerous, I never felt like this before and was very fit athletic girl in sweden."


"I've been on Prozac for 2 years for post traumatic stress disorder, in May 2012 I had gastric bypass surgery and recently went back to my doctor because I felt like I wasn't even on my Prozac anymore (I wasn't absorbing it after surgery) so he doubled the dose. After 3 days I felt way worse! So we dropped the Prozac back down and doubled my Topamax. The combination of Topamax and Prozac made me feel awful! I had uncontrollable crying, bad nausea, and was probably the most depressed I've ever been. I was diagnosed with a mild form of Bipolar, so we started on 50 mg of Lamictal for 3 days then we bumped to 100mgs. Its been 5 days, but I can honestly feel a difference! Haven't cried since, feel better mentally and I'm just happier."


"I love the fact of not having a period for 3 months, but there is absolutely NO sexdrive during the whole three months of taking the pill except for the first week after your period. I had breakthrough bleeding for about a month but it stopped after I started the next pack. I have no other side effects but the whole no sex drive thing kinda sucks"


"I cannot relate how much this product has changed my life. I'm 31 yrs old and for years have been embarrassed and frustrated with my underarm sweat- like a fountain, nothing less. All my clothes, especially my sweaters were ruined with sweaty odors. Countless hours laundering in vinegar and baking soda! Thought I would have to live with this for the rest of my days- you can't even smell your own perfume, all you smell is your sweat and last weeks sweat trapped in your freshly washed clothes. I found DRYSOL after googling my hyperhidrosis and after two application I'm blown away at how good life is with dry armpits. I'M CURED! Thanks so much DRYSOL, this is wonder product, I'm so grateful to the makers."


"I've had Vascultis along with Lupus for 10 years. The pain, welts, sensitivity was unbearable. Dapsone was prescribed 1 year later for the Vasculitis. It saved me from pain along with prednisone.  It works great.  It seems to be on a 24 hour cycle.  If I miss my dose or go way past the time I take my medicines I start breaking out. Please heed the warning of sunlight sensitivity.  If I'm out in the sun for a long time, within hours I'm covered with the painstaking welts.  Then I have to ride it out for a day or two even if I take my dapsone on time."


"I take this for the severe cramps I get once a month. It works wonders. The pain is gone within 30 minutes of taking it."


"Had some eye problems, especially when reading small print or looking at computer too long, my feet also hurt/swelled. Benicar has a particularly strong odor in pill form."


"Taking the liquid form Cherritussin helped my cough very much. It was a great sleep aid when sick, but should not be over used. Also I would add DO NOT TAKE THIS AND THEN DRINK COFFEE! I didn't realize that the stimulant of caffeine mixed with it would bother me. Also check to see if pseudoephedrine is mixed in any way with your codeine as this is also a stimulant and worsens the situation."


"I have been on this pill for about a month and on my second week I am bloated, never hungry, have mood swings and don't want to get out of bed in the mornings. Also I started light bleeding like when you are coming off your period."


"I LOVE my Implanon.  Insertion was quick and pain-free.  The bruising only lasted a week or two.  I had one week of very very light spotting, and a few headaches.  Tylenol fixed the headaches.  I haven't had that problem in a month or so.

I breastfeed, and did not notice any change in my supply.

No weight gain or appetite side effects, either.  In fact, I am starting to lose my baby weight now.

I would definitely get this birth control again!!!  I will have it removed and replaced with another Implanon when this one runs out.

Remember, almost all of the reviews are negative because the only people that want to write about it are the ones who don't like it.  There's lots of people who love it, too."


"It took 5 years of chronic pain, flashbacks galore, nightmares, loss of friends and family relations, loss of a lot now that I think about it. I read a post from someone that had similar experiences with losing their left arm due to PTSD, constant shaking, spasms,  and asked my psychiatrist to prescribe lamictal. I HAVE MY ARM BACK AND CAN DRIVE AGAIN! My mood has been much better, and I see the world as an opportunity, rather than a reason to stay in bed. I highly recommend this medicine for others that have seeked out many other things, and had little results. I started on 25 mgs, and I'm now comfortable (no side effects other than feeling a little numb at first emotionally)."


"Wow...I just started taking 10 mg. (time release) melatonin after not having any luck with several prescription drugs. I would have to resort to taking diazepam to fall asleep, and then I'd wake up with diazepam grogginess. I have been taking the melatonin for a week now. I take it and then read for about 30-40 minutes. I fall asleep and don't wake up all night (which I haven't done since I was a child). Also, I wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on my day...no grogginess. A friend who is a nurse told me about this. I highly recommend it. I am using Natrol brand that I bought at Walmart. Give it a try!! ~~ Shannon"


"Hey ladies I wanted to share my story with y'all. I got my period July 4 2017 and then had unprotected sex on July 21 2017 about 12 hours later I took plan b one step. I did not experience any kind of side effects and felt just fine. On August 4th I was expecting to have my period right now time. And didn't so I started worrying. Well yesterday August 6th I started my period only 2 days later. Please don't worry like I did. This pill does work just let it do its thing. It does tell you before you take it you might start your period early, on time ore late. I started mine late and I worried. Don't worry you will be just fine!!!!"


"Since using the patch I haven't had any more pain and I no longer need to take Percocets or Vicodin."


"I got the implant in October 2 months before I turned 18. Those 2 months were horrible. Nonstop bleeding, cravings, hunger, moodswings, everything. After that's I still had the mood swings and hunger. My periods would come twice a month but it was light spotting and only lasted about 4 days. I did gain weight but it was only because I couldn't control the hunger that was cause by the nexplanon. It's the first of June and I haven't had a period in 3 months, my skin is clear, and I'm not pregnant. Everyone's body is different and the side effects are different. Other than that this is a very effective method of birth control."


"Was given foricet at E.R. for Tension headache and I suffer from severe anxiety I immediately had tachycardia (fast heart beat) after taking this drug it got rid of my headache but it left me miserable with my anxiety never taking this again"


"It's been a dream since one of my boyfriends decided to use Viagra. At first I laughed at the idea but now it's great."


"I took reclipsen for around 10 years with no issues. My doctor said I could ride this out until age 50 as I didn't have any risk factors (except age as I was over 40).  Out of the blue, I got a groin to knee DVT and the cause was this stupid pill!!!! I am so very lucky it didn't become a PE and I could have suffered a horrible disability or worse.  7 months later and I still have long term effects from the DVT and the damage to my leg caused by it.  When I asked by doctor if they would be reporting as an adverse reaction to the FDA, she said "oh, they already know." which tells me, the side effects (especially the serious ones) are under-reported!!!!!

Find another method of BC!!!! This isn't worth it!"


"I have fibromi.  muscle spams almost all the time from other back injuries. I find it is the only muscle relaxant that works for me. I was on four a day and never had any side effects from it.  I went to my family doctor who has been managing my pain for eight years she told me she could not write my norkos or soma any longer due to the government.  I am on my own here"


"I've only been taking this for about 2 months so I can't really rate this. "


"I used Bactrim and it cleared up my symptoms perfectly for about 2 days. Then I got a terrible yeast infection."


"A lot of spotting for the first two months, and cramping-wise I felt like I was on my period for two months. It wasn't ideal but of course I stuck it out, and skyla definitely did what it was advertised to do! I had unprotected sex with a stable partner with no thoughts of pregnancy. My periods completely went away in 3 months. That's right-no periods for 1.5 years! Those are the postitive aspects of skyla, but no one really talks about the negative side effects. I was prepared for cramping and bleeding, but I also started getting terrible cystic acne, and my breasts would painfully swell (one at a time) two cup sizes. I ended up getting it removed after 1.5 years and I'm really happy I did. The positive aspects of skyla weren't worth it"


"No nausea. No breakthrough bleeding. But my mood has changed I'm not as exciting as I used to be, I'm less happy. And my sex drivemis at zero! Switching pills tomorrow."


"Welp! 5 years later and I didnt get pregnant so thats an A+ but the largest side effect has been my plummeted sex drive. About 6 months after having it implanted, the idea of sex was so....bleh. My poor husband has really taken a blow to his ego in the last few years. Our sex life has certaintly taken a hit. So much so that he has been researching vasectomies now that I need a new BC implanted. Other than that, it worked out."


"I tried this birth control pill when generess fe stopped their coupon program that allowed to pay $25/mo. Still pricey compared to the many options available for $10 or less, but I loved generess fe so it was totally worth it. Anyway, the price went up to $40/mo. without the coupon, so I decided to try something else.

My doc recommended Lutera and my insurance covered it completely. Within a month of taking the pill, I turned into a complete nightmare to be around. I didn't gain weight or breakout as some other reviews noted, but was always irritable and never wanted to be around anyone. My poor fiance was probably scared to death of me; everything he did was wrong, and I made sure to let him know. I switched back to generess after 2 mos."


"Have been on Percocet about twenty years, chronic low back and neck pain, leg pain, arthritis, bulging discs, impinged nerves.  I have just learned to deal with it.  A new dr gave me butans and put on patch last night, felt immediate rush, same feeling have gotten when have gotten iv morphine at hospital, worried it dispensed all the drug at once?? But I slept pain free for first time in about 25 yrs and Im at work now...have not yet started my day but I noticed I got in and out of car easily and walked to building without much pain for the first time ever...I am hoping it doesnt wear off quickly and have concerns it will eventually stop working.  In 2007 was on fentynyl patch for several years, it stopped working over time"


"Unlike the majority of people here fasting or eating lighter couple days before taking Suprep, I had a huge dinner consisting of pizza, kebabs, and some spaghetti. Not eating worried me so I ate a lot the night before when it came to drinking it, the next day at 6pm it wasn't as bad. The only thing was bad was the after taste, which I washed down with some coconut water. Took 15 minutes to work. first time was soft, watery stool and everything after that was just squirting the remainder of the water without any traces is stool. Hardest part was not eating!"


"I've had my birth control in for almost 2 and a half years now and finally made an appointment to get it out next week. I was in denial that the zero sex drive, long lasting periods, mood swings, depression and 45 pound weigh gain was because of that. Don't get me wrong, it does its job. Bc for me I had no erge to have sex so there was no way for me to get pregnant. Hoping to see a turn around in my life after the removal and hopeful to patch my relationships effected by my raging hormones ."


"I have been on the birth control pill for the majority of the past 20 years and have never had any issues until now. I have been on Trinessa for the past 5 or so. My pharmacy switched from Trinessa to Tri-Sprintec and I do not like it at all. I have been extremely nauseous, crying for no apparent reason and bickering with my Boyfriend. I was fortunate enough to talk to my pharmacy today and they are bringing in a case of Trinessa for me and I couldn't be more thrilled. I understand they say there are the same ingredients in both, but my body believes otherwise."


"Used it for almost 3 months. Developed muscle pain and doctor pulled me off. Other than that toes look great after just three months. I spent 35 years treating it myself with no significant results. By summer the wife wants me to wear sandals, something I haven't done since I was 17. Big toes are about 75% back others are about 90%. Looking forward to barefoot beach walks."


"Taking the PrevPak which is a mixture of clarithromycin, amoxicillin and Prevacid. When take the night time dose of the medications I experience metallic taste which lasts for awhile. In the morning I do not notice the metallic taste. I will start to try full meal and chocolate to see if the taste is not so obvious. Also going to get the big red gum cinnamon flavor and keep gum at my bedside when wake up to chew the gum. Grapefruit should not mixed with the antibiotic as it interacts with lots of antibiotics and medications."


"I was getting two hours sleep. Constantly woken with severe palpitations and sweats. Within a week of taking Angeliq, getting a full night's sleep again and no sweats. Fantastic"


"I took ONE dose of 20mg of Opana ER.  I became dizzy, woozy, lightheaded.  I developed a POUNDING headache!  I became EXTREMELY agitated and anxious. I became VERY shaky.  My lower back pain INCREASED, not decreased.  Seven hours after taking this one dose, I had projectile vomiting.  "


"It kinda helped me in addition to my abilify, but since I have type 2 bipolar disorder, I just felt sleepy and knocked out all the time. Not the best of times."


"I dye my hair, leaving my scalp itching and with bumps.  This works great instantly.  What I didn't know was 2 leave on for ONLY 20 mins then wash out. Not knowing this, it cause me to lose some and thinned out my hair."