"I switched to Gianvi from Aviane in hopes of clearing up my acne. I was VERY excited because Yaz is supposed to be a miracle. My experience was far from a miracle. My skin did not clear up AT ALL, and got worse. I'm a freaking irrational hothead all month. I'm usually very good at shrugging off the small stuff, but it's like I have absolutely no control over my emotions anymore. I've become very lethargic; I could sleep all day if you'd let me. My once raging sex drive is now hardly existent. On the bright side, it did work strictly as birth control (hence the 4 rating). I've already made an appointment to switch."


"Remeron was a wonder drug for me the first month of taking it. First week - felt so happy, was eating like a pig (I'm underweight so that was amazing to see me gain so much in a week) I slept like a baby the first night and all the rest of the time I was on it. I would knock out at like 11 when I'd usually fall asleep at like 4 or 5. then the second month came around.. not sure if it was something else but I started experiencing intrusive thoughts and my OCD started kicking in A LOT. my doc took me off and now I'm spiraling down again. not sure if it was the med.. but this med worked well for awhile!"


"I have been on Nexplanon for about two months now. No complaints so far! My doctor recommended that I keep on my pill for a month after it was inserted and he said that it should regulate my periods after that. I did have my period for about a week but after that, I haven't seen a trace of bleeding. I expected to gain weight on this since so many people said that they have and I've actually lost weight. No complaints so far. My sex drive is still the same and I feel like myself. Plus, no babies! I'll see if anything changes and update later but I like it so far!"


"Day 1 a bit of feeling "doped up."  Day 2 OK; nothing significant.  Day 3 the nausea started. Ciggies tasted horrible but even worse than that, just the thought of food and I all but headed to the john to throw up.  This was the three day one pill a day phase. Side effects of Chantix (including nausea) were not as severe as this.  I'm still waiting to see if after 24 hours that last dose will finally wear off.  Cold turkey, bad as it can be, is way better."


"By far the best and non addictive medication for motion sickness or vomiting.  I know you shouldnt do this but if you do end up consuming too much food or "drink" and feel sick take a half of these and drink a couple full glasses of room temp. water and in 15 minutes its all over with. Make sure you read all the ingredients before consuming.  Good for massive headaches as well."


"My psychiatrist prescribed me 5mg of Ambien to help with insomnia. I take it 3-5 nights a week (typically 3) and found it very helpful in the beginning. Now, I can take it and not feel a thing. I have considered asking my psychiatrist for a slightly higher dosage."


"I have been on Depo for 11 years now. I had about a month of spotting when I got my 1st injection, but I have since stopped having periods altogether. It has NOT affected my sex drive. I have gained a little weight, but that could also just be the fact that my metabolism has slowed since I'm getting older.  In the last year I have had a little bone loss and my doctor now wants me to switch to something else. She has suggested Implanon. Wish I could just stay on Depo. "


"I was put on Augmentin for my upper respiratory infection and sinus infection that I had at the same time as each other. After taking it for 2 days I was feeling 80% better. People told me to watch out for side effects such as upset stomach and loose stool, I made sure to have a yogurt before each pill I took and never had an issue."


"I started on wellbutrin about 8 months ago for clinical depression, and while it hasn't been a miracle cure, things could deffinitly be worse. It really has been a gentler medication in terms of side effects. The only medication I tried before this was lexapro, and geez was that rough (sexual side effects, extreme lethargy, brain fog, memory loss, weight gain etc). I switched to wellbutrin as an alternative, and experienced mellow side effects while adjusting (lethargy, drowsiness) which only lasted for about 3 weeks.

Cons: Significant rebound depression if I miss a dose, insomnia if taken at night (it's a stimulant), occasional bouts of depression (it hasn't been a complete fix). Sometimes I'll get really bad brain fog if I mistime dose."


"I have chronic pain in my thigh from degenerative disc disease in L4-L5. I have tried a couple dozen medications and this and Robaxin are the only things that help.

I agree with the previous posts about the dopey feeling and would further suggest that you do not have to drive anywhere, even the next morning. I still felt like I was drunk about 10 hours after taking this medication."


"Good moisturizer.  Smells bad though."


"I've been over weight since I was 11 or 12, and I'm about to start my senior year of high school. And I want to go back in shape! My starting weight is 195 and I'm 5'8. I started the medicine on june 7th, and I've been eating low carb and a lottttttttt of veggies, and drinking solid water. I weighed this morning, and I've lost 9 pounds in 5 days! This medicine is so effective if you eat right."


"This BC is not bad to be honest. I mean, this is the first one I have ever tried but I will be coming off completely in the next month. I workout and eat right for the most part and I have gained 7lbs on this BC in less than 3 months. It is concerning and I would like to discontinue. Also, I have noticed less hair growth, which I think is great but now for others. I also, noticed more migraines and more acne. I have had more depressing thoughts and way more mood swings- which I think is almost normal on BC. However, I really don't want to have tender breasts and significant weight gain and be a crazy person. Different for everyone I suppose.. but not pregnant.. so that's a plus.

I also got my period twice a month on this and both bad ."


"I was diagnosed with depression 11 years ago. I can't remember all of the anti-depressants I've been on, but for the last 5 years I've been on Welbutrin 450mg. My psychiatrist prescribed Mirtazapine, for it's energizing effects when on high doses. It didn't work for me; then he prescribed Deplin 15mg. I took it for 6 weeks. I could not tell a huge difference, so I didn't refill my prescription right away. (It's expensive since insurance won't cover it!) After I stopped my energy/motivation decreased, so I started taking it again. I've been on it for about a week now and have seen an increase in my energy again, but the motivation is still not as high as I it should be. Hopefully it will get better the longer I'm on it."


"I'm not normally constipated, very rarely..and if I just drink coffee, or more water. This time something was different about this constipation. My stool wouldn't budge. I could feel it at the bottom of my anus, but the stool just wouldn't come out. I took  a stool softener/laxative. It didn't work overnight..mild movement, but I still could not produce a stool.D o yourself a favor and go to the drug store, and get magnesium citrate. I was very uncomfortable, grinding my teeth. I took this within 15 minutes of purchase, I drank half of it, as noted by the doctor and it started working immediately and wonderfully."


"I got this birth control March 24th 2015, and shortly after I got heavy bleeding, cramps and mood swings, my anxiety worsened severely. It's almost been a year since I've had this birth control and my periods are finally starting to regulate, I have no cramps at all anymore, and I have no anxiety at all anymore. For a brief time I experienced severe headaches, and tirdness, but that passed. I recommend this birth control to people who want a long term birth control and are okay with the posibility of there periods being inregular. Although, many people stop having periods on this birth control as well. My sex drive has increased since I've been on it, overall I give this birth control a 8/10 but that's only because my period was messed with"


"Male. 20 years old. Got tested on July 2015 and the results were positive. Started meds on late Septmeber 2015. I had the meds early September but I was so scared to take them because of the side effects. When I started the meds I didn't have any side effect. At night when I was sleeping my ear was hurting so much because I have otitis media and I think my ear reacted to this meds like this. Anyways, beside that I HAVEN'T GOT ANY SIDE EFFECT!! THANKS GOD. I haven't had any headache, diahrrea, dizzyness or vomiting. I'm so happy I haven't got anything just the ear pain. Remember, the side effects is always different in each person. Also, try to take this med with multivitamins. I feel a little bit better and less tired."


"My doctor and I tried various medications to help me with anxiety. Lexapro has been the most effective. I've been taking it for a couple of years - now at 40 mg. It does have side effects that have not dissipated: lack of sex drive, much heavier sweating, and a numbing of emotions. However, the calm I feel far outweighs those problems."


"I had an emergency C-section, and the morphine they gave me wasn't touching my pain.  I was in agony.  They gave me Toradol through my IV, and I finally felt relief.  I was bummed that they only let me have a few doses, since it helped so much, but I understand it has a lot of possible side effects. I didn't have any while I was on it, though."


"Pretty Easy. Taste is meh, but nothing I would worry about. Just bang it back and stay with in 25 feet of a toilet at all times."


"I have been taking Viibryd for one year. I initially was suffering from anxiety, depression and alcohol abuse as I tried to escape from the feelings of living in a toxic marriage. I divorced and still felt very anxious and afraid of my ex-husband. Klonopin gave me immediate relief from the anxiety and I rarely have to take it anymore. I stopped drinking and have no desire for it at all.  I take 40 mg of Viibryd in the morning with a high protein breakfast. It has been VERY helpful. Regular exercise is key. I was unable to exercise for a few months due to an injury and had terrible cravings for sweets and carbs that resulted in 10 lb gain. That has gone away now that I am back to healthy eating and exercise. Diarrhea still a problem."


"PTSD has been horrific.  I starting this new treatment has without question saved my life all medication needs  a little bit of will to get better so I started yoga classes and read a lot of self help books and with the medication as a crutch I'm getting the help I need."


"Helps with the burning and Bump flare ups. When used all the time completely makes me symptom free"


"I  am thankful for  this medication clonazepam,  because I  had chronic episodes of panic attack,:   feeling that I was loosing my mind, full of terror like when you are falling from an airplane, my hands sweating, a feeling that nobody could help me,  always calling the ambulance because I felt like I was going to die.  But one night I went to the mental health emergency room because I couldn't deal with this illness anymore and this physician prescribe me Clonazepam since 2007 and the panic attacks stopped finally , it's 2017 and still using them!"


"I am a 47 year old male who has taken this drug for 10 years. (300 mg per day everyday.)  Yes it will ease pain, but normally 2 to 3 years you have to increase it. I was medically dependent within months.  In late fall 09, the medicines just lost their effect by at least 50%.  So I was faced with a 50% increase in medicines.  I said NO!  So I tried a medical detox place to start.  After 90 hours there, they said you have done great we are sending you home.  I was so proud till 4a.m. the next day. I threw up 90 times in the next 60 hours.  I lost 34lbs. in 8 days and had severe withdrawal symptoms for 2 more weeks. It has been 30 days since I started this and I will never put that poison in my body. "


"My 3 yo boy having Bactrim for 5 days and look like I doesn't work at all , still having symptoms ' fever , shivering ....' going back to GP today to get another antibiotic..... so depressed now ;-("


"I honestly don't like this medication very much. I just started it previously and I am experiencing extreme drowsiness and although it is a common side effect it is not normal to the point where I zone in and out like I'm as high as a kite."


"I'm 24 and received the shot. Although painful (stinging), I experienced no extreme side effects as mentioned in numerous reviews. It was quick and I plan on returning to receive my second, then third."


"Does not really work for chronic Insomnia"


"I was prescribed this medicine for GERD. I had not been able to eat or drink anything for a couple days so I was feeling pretty terrible anyway. After I started to take this medicine, I became extremely depressed and anxious. I could not stay awake for more than 20 minutes at a time, and that entire time I was so nauseous I didn't want to be awake. I had terrible back pain and I was shaking like I had been out in the arctic. Finally, my dad told me not to take the Reglan and to see what happened. I skipped my 10 P.M. dose and woke up about 10 A.M. the next day. I felt completely fine, other than my back was still sore. I lost three days of my life to this drug and I can't believe a medicine that is supposed to help you can do so much harm."


"Excruciating  pain  in ear since  June .Been on tegretol since. From 600mg to 1200

Then surgery. Still  having  pain. Still on 900mg"


"I have been on this pill coming up on a month. I am extremely tired all the time right. When I wake up if I close my eyes for a minute I fall right back into a deep sleep. I am having the worst mood swings ever and worst of all it is making me gain weight like crazy! I haven't changed my diet or exercise routine. I eat healthy and exercise everyday but I am gaining weight! I would not recommend this pill to anyone unless you are an extremely happy skinny person who can't gain weight because it will make you angry and make you gain weight. "


"I am fused from C3 to C7 and from L1 to S1. I have nerve damage because of a botched operation. I have taken this medicine for 3 years. It is the only drug I have been able to take for this length of time and not have to titrate it up. I would take it forever but my insurance company has decided that I only need two tablets a day. I currently take 2 x 40mg ER tabs 3 times a day. This was a great medicine for me and anyone on long term use should at least try it."


"Had the IUD put in 2 weeks ago....painful (yet quick) insertion.  Cramping that night.  Spotted for 4 days.  Had to go back today to have it taken out.  Pelvis felt inflamed.  Does cause acne/oily skin....but otherwise no symptoms.  Not a fan of the IUD.  Unfortunately first and last."


"Ok so I've had anxiety/depression for over 20 years. I've tried Prozac, amitriptyline, citalopram, and sertraline.

Sertraline has totally changed my life. I struggled with the side effects of the other meds mentioned and felt disconnected and zoned out at times, so much so I couldn't continue with them. However sertraline does still have its side effects, on first taking it increased my anxiety and so took diazepam for the first few weeks. I had a dry mouth at first but this has settled.

I now have  a normal sleep pattern and have the energy to play with my children, do housework and can leave the house without fear of being looked at it or even spoken to.

Its all trial and error, I'm on dose 100mg daily I'm late 30s female.

"


"I completely lost my sex drive and I had random bleeding."


"okay well ever since I have started this bcp I have noticed a decrease in my sex drive and i have lost my appetite. I am losing weight which it's really good for me because I could dowith losing a few lbs. But tbh I don't see the point in a bcp if you don't even have a sex drive anymore. I am gonna continue with this pill but maybe change after this month is over.."


"This product is amazing I've only used it twice so far under my armpits and I have not sweated at all. I would definitely recommend. Now I feel so at peace when I go about my day I don't have to worry about sweating or smelling. So grateful that I found this."


"I've had my Mirena for over a month now. Insertion sucked, but I had some kind of small blockage in my cervix that the Dr had to poke through (he said most women don't have that). I bled for a couple of days after, but didn't experience any real spotting or cramping until my first period. I had to call in sick to work one day because of the pain, but it still wasn't as bad as my pre-Mirena cramping. I haven't stopped bleeding since, but it's very light. I know this can happen for the first few months, so I've committed to a full year before I start wondering if it should be removed or not. I'm very hopeful that Mirena and I will have a good, long relationship though."


"Have COPD have had cold for over a week. MISERABLE. Thank goodness mostly in my head but have to be careful because of my breathing difficulties.  Usually get Dr to send prescription for antibiotics,prednisone and Mucinex, but this was just cold with no yellow mucous.  My daughter swears on CORICIDIN and got it for me. Started taking 2 days ago.  Felt better after first 2 doses. Much improved feeling human and thanks CORICIDIN for no hospital stay."


"I really wish I had better experience with this! It was the best choice for me and I did a lot of research. The only good thing it does is prevent pregnancy. I gained weight, my moods are crazy and I wasn't very nice before so defiantly not good, and i get random cramps and either a long period or none at all, NO SEX DRIVE! Not good. Headaches and fatigue. I want it out."


"I had my Mirena inserted 1/4/10 and I love it! I know everyone is different, but it has been great for me. I'm 24, never had kids, and was on the pill for the past 6 years. Insertion was uncomfortable and painful, but not horrid (and I have a low pain tolerance). However, my doc did give me a local (lidocain) which I'm sure made a huge difference and I would not do it without.  I felt dizzy and nauseous for the first hour after and relatively bad cramping for three hours. The next day I was a bit tender, and by day three I was my normal self. Had some very light cramping for two weeks and now nothing, not even my period. I did have a little acne at first, but that may have had to do with going off the pill. I've even lost weight."


"From what I can see, this antibiotic, although extremely effective in sorting out a number of infections, is the absolute scurge of all pills.

I was prescribed 2 x 400mg for 7 days for BV, only 2nd time I've had this in my life, last time being about 10 years ago.

I am on day 5 at the minute and dread taking anymore even though I know I have to.  From day 2 I have had the mother of all headaches, nausea, diarrhea, but the main problem is the extreme exhaustion and flu like symptoms.  My whole body is aching, stiff neck, sore throat, fevers and despite several ridiculously early nights I am dead on my feet from the minute I get up.

I will NEVER allow these to be prescribed to me again in the future, there has to be another remedy."


"I haven't been able to sleep through the night I always wake up every 2 hours for the pass 2-3 months and I'm so tired at work I would take NyQuil to help me sleep but it didn't help me sleep through the night then I tried unisom I took it around 9:30 I didn't fall asleep till around 10:30 and I didn't sleep through the whole night I kept waking up and I was still a little tired in the morning"


"I have PCOS and have not had a period in months. I have been taking this BC since January of this year and I have not stopped bleeding which the doctor say is not a period.  The only break I have gotten from bleeding is taking the pill twice daily to stop it but when I go back to once daily It's back to bleeding. I have done all test even a DNC. No help"


"I would not advise this type of coil. Any coil in fact.. I have had my non hormonal coil in for 3 y ears. I'm 28 years old with a 8 year old son and 6 year old twins. Got this type of coil as my mum had breast cancer so they advise any women who's immediate family have had cancer to not put any form off contraception as that lots of hormones. My mum had advised me not to get this done and she always blamed this on her still born. I took mine out after three years as it was giving me a 9 day period and period pains. Bearing in mine I have never suffered with period pains. Cut long story short I've been trying for 2 years for a baby and have got pregnant 3 times and have had continuous failing pregnancies. I really don't recommend this coil"


"Here's my story for all those women who are scared and took plan b during ovulation. I had unprotected sex (I know dumb) and he came in me a little bit. I bought Plan B 45 minutes later. A week goes by and I don't get a period or bleeding like I usually do from taking Plan B. I took plan b during my day of ovulation. There isn't much information about taking Plan B during ovulation other than it's a waste of money and many women become pregnant. So I begin getting very nervous. The next week  start getting these crampings that last 5-10 min that come and go, lots of discharge, and bloating. Scared, I take a pregnancy test. It comes out: Negative. Then today out of no where I get my period. It came 3 days early! THIS PILL WORKS!"


"Had bad back and arm acne. Tried all the other pills before going to Accutane. Nothing worked as well as Accutane, best decision of my life."


"Helped immensely w upset stomach"


"My doctor suggested that I take birth control so I decided to try out the pills first. She prescribed me lo loestrin Fe and I took it for about 3 months before I decided to throw them away. My acne became really horrible! I had never had cystic acne in my life. My skin has still not cleared up which is a real bummer and I'm pretty sure I'm going to remain with scars. Overall it did its job at preventing pregnancy. My period spotted for a few days the first month and I didn't have a period the remaining months. It was really great without period pains also. I am now going to try an implant and change the hormonal balances to tray and clear my skin ugh!!"


"I have severe RLS and have slept on the floor for 25 years because the hardness of the floor against the muscles in my legs give a some relief.  I have been on Requip for about 4 months and take 2 mg about 1.5 hours before bed.  The effectiveness is hit or miss.  On a good night I fall asleep in about 30 minutes but wake up 3 to 5 hours later and toss and turn until the alarm goes off.  On a bad night, I get about 2 hours of fitfull sleep and then my legs ACHE for the rest of the night.  Requip causes my legs to swell and I have had to increase my blood pressure meds.  Also it has given me some very interesting dreams.  All in all it is better than nothing because nothing means NO sleep ever.  I wish my Doc would give me something else."


"I take a 100 mg at night my side effects are teeth gritting at night, no appetite and shaky hands. It helps with the illness though and I love it."


"I have been taking TRI-LINYAH for a few months. Prior to this pill I had completely clear skin, and HORRIBLE periods!!! Now it's the opposite my face is covered in acne but my periods are AMAZING.. I'm kind of disappointed about the fact I have to choose clear skin over painless periods."


"Have taken for some time. Has worked well to control blood pressure, however a recent adjustment in dosage has increased the cost 2 fold. "


"I have taken this medicine for 8 yrs and couldn't live without it. I take 2mg three times a day. I don't have any side effects. It gets rid of my panic attacks within fifteen minutes of taking it and It helps me be motivated to get things done.  It doesn't help with my general anxiety though."


"I've been on this pill for the past ten years and I love it. I've never had a menstrual cramp in my life, I never feel PMS symptoms (bloating, cravings, moodiness, etc). It has been helpful with acne. One downside is my sex drive has diminished but it's hard to tell if the pill is the culprit as I've been on it ten years. No weight gain from this either!"


"I am taking 100 MG for break through pain.  This is to relieve pain from diabetic neuropathy.  It has helped me with some of the big problems.  I am taking Cymbalta and that may be helping me not have some of the problems others are having.  The Nucynta in my case takes the edge off and sometimes quietens the pain.  My pain doctor had to write a prescription and a note to the insurance company."


"Myrbetriq 25 mg for my interstitial cystitis made my symptoms worse.  I started on a Friday, had some mild side effects such as dizziness, stomach pain, heartburn, racing heart and headache.  They increased in intensity, I was physically exhausted for no reason and I was peeing close to 50 times a day, more than double.  I contacted my Dr and left a message, but stupidly continued taking the meds for 3 more days, thinking side effects would go away. They got worse. At that point the bladder pain and pain when peeing was so excruciating, I thought I was going to die.  I took AZO Bladder Pain Relief which helped with the pain since my Dr never called back.   A week later, I'm back to where I started with my IC. And my Dr has still not called."


"Works well for my ADD but DON'T ever mix with alcohol! I am an alcoholic who comes from a alcoholic background handed down several generations of my family tree. I take my Dex. as prescribed (5 mg 3x daily, a small dose by choice compared to 45 mg 3x daily  when I was younger and not in charge of my own health needs) But when I binge drank I would always mix the alcohol with Dex. up to 50 mg a night  so I could keep drinking. Lost many friends, wife, and the the respect of too many due to my actions, aggressions, combativeness stances and so on. Alcoholics beware. I'm sober now and take it one day at a time. I still take my Dex. but ONLY as prescribed. I am 35 and have taken it since age 12."


"I am on my fifth cluster headache episode.  The last time I had one was four years ago, and they generally last about a month.  My doctor prescribed the medication to take only at night, and what a difference.  Even though I am awakened about an hour after I have been sleeping  with the cluster headache, the pain is only about a 3 - 4 on a  scale of 1 - 10.  I am up for about 5 minutes and generally fall back asleep as the pain is dull.  One night I didn't take it, and I was awakened with the cluster with pain at about a 9, and it lasted for 1 1/2 hrs.  I will never do that again.  I am very happy with this medication!"


"I've been feeling blocked up for a few days so I decided to try this. I've never taken any laxatives before, so a whole new experience for me. I took 2 pills at noon and started having some cramping about an hour after. Then it all hit me. I had liquid coming out of me about 2 hours after and the cramps were almost unbearable. I was hunched over in tears for hours because of the pain this put me through. After I was cleared out the symptoms stopped. At about 8 I had dinner, and the whole experience started over again. 8 hours after taking the pill. I thought I was going to have to go to the hospital from the pain I was going through. WILL NEVER RECOMMEND TO ANYONE AND THREW THE REST AWAY"


"I just started to take Evoxac yesterday around lunch time. So I took 2 pills yesterday, and at night I cry these huge tears. So I know it's working.

For the dry mouth, it takes one hour for it to work, it feel moist but not wet.

At the end of the day, headache comes as a side effect.

Overall it is good"


"I've been getting cold sores for a while now and before Valtrex, none of the creams would help and I wouldn't notice a difference. Now when I feel a little bump I take Valtrex right away, 4 pills asap then another 4 a few hours later. If I catch it early enough it won't go past the little bump and will be cleared up by the next day. If I catch it a little too late (sometimes they like to show up while I'm sleeping). I still take Valtrex and I will get the outbreak but no swelling, blister. Still clears in 3 days. I also use polysporin patches. This stuff is the closest thing to a cure right now. My doctor says take 1 pill a day around the times of the year I usually get them and sometimes I can go a year or year and a half without one."


"I switched to Mydayis from Vyvanse. The effects of Mydayis last longer than Vyvanse, but just as—in my experience—Vyvanse did not last fourteen hours, Mydayis’s duration of action falls short of the sixteen hours as advertised by Shire. Nonetheless, I still hold Mydayis superior to Vyvanse and Adderall."


"I've had GAD w severe panic attacks for 16 years. I've been on just about every combo out there. Celexa daily w xanax as needed works for me. 6 yrs ago I was up to 40mg. I was a zombie. No laughing, no crying, emotionless. I told my doc I wanted off completely. I somehow managed for 4 years w only my xanax. Then came a stressful move. Out comes my daily anxiety rearing its ugly head. Went back on just 10mg for 6 mths. Worked great. Now I'm in some seriously stressful times and attacks are daily, debilitating, and exhausting. Went back on 20mg. I try to do everything as naturally as possible, without relying on pills, but I'm not an idiot. Sometimes you just need a bit more. Find the right dose for you and this stuff can work wonders."


"Took the 6 pac after two weeks of suffering from Bronchitis. After the first dose of two pills I slept soundly for a long time and felt  maybe 90% better. Now finished  all 6 pills. Feeling so much better but still cough at times. I was told the medication will stay in body for 5 days after finishing. So maybe in five more days this thing will be finally gone."


"I am taking this medication in combination with thorazine, I take the Remeron at night due to the sleepiness, the thorazine in the day and also in combination at night. I was not aware of the weight gain effects of the Remeron, but now I realize that both are causing weight gain. As far as the help with sleeplessness, this has been the only one that has helped."


"It worked!! I took the pill less than 48 hours I got my period after 9 days of taking the pill so happy it worked!"


"I was prescribed Zoloft many years ago and after only taking it once without any instant results I stopped using it. I was on active duty and had been deployed several times by then. Years went by and a new physician urged me to take Zoloft and I used it this time to ease me into a restful night's sleep. It worked wonderfully and the following day was easy going. I was a little hazy the following day as a side effect and my tummy was griping loudly. I lost weight and am still losing which will have me call the company and back the truck up to my house! No complaints here! I feel mellow but still connected to what is happening. I don't feel "high." Each person's experience will be different for sure and I am hoping for the best results for all."


"I tried Gianvi last summer for about 4 months. I gained 20lbs and it's awful. I was at a 110 before and then towards the end of it, I was 130lbs. Once I got off Gianvi, I lost most of the weight I gained. It did however help with my acne. I had pretty bad acne before and Gianvi helped control it. "


"I've noticed new hair growth where there wasn't any."


"I've been on Microgestin for 2 months now and I'm loving it, it took me 2.5 years to find a hormonal birth control method that worked for me. While on a different pill, I was having problems with suicidal thoughts and depression along with massive mood swings and breast tenderness. I was ready to quit hormonal birth control all together, but decided to give this one a try first. I haven't been having any negative symptoms, I'm very very happy to have found this. I only wish I could have found Microgestin sooner."


"I was very nauseated especially in the mornings. More importantly, my long, thick hair began falling out in clumps. I lost about a third of my hair. I was so nervous about it that I called my doctor and he told me that I was suffering from synchronized hair loss and that can be a side effect of this medication. I have since stopped taking it and I am not losing as much hair now. My doc said that this drug should be out of my system in two to three weeks."


"It is okay for the arthritis pain I have everyday.  I was taken off of Vicodin for my pain. I was on it for 13 years and compared to the Vicodin I would give it a moderate rating nothing special about it. A very low dose, it is like taking Motrin to me."


"I started taking this medication on March 17 and I'm down 6lbs in less than a week. I have tried everything for weight loss and this is the first product that has worked in years. I have no appetite and struggle to eat a few bites of ANYTHING all day. User beware and prepare for the initial phases of nausea, extreme heartburn and constipation! However the good outweighs the bad and I would recommend to anyone."


"I really like this drug. I used to sleep all the time but this gives me tons of energy. I am one of the few who has actually lost weight while on it. I love my Prozac!"


"I am on day 5 of Campral. The first day I took it, it was like the depressed empty void inside of me (which I now know to be alcohol withdrawal), was filled and I felt whole again. Now, day 5, I feel even better. It's like a dream to be free of cravings and withdrawal, I spent so many years drinking and now I have my life back. It's opened my eyes to what it is to feel normal. No side effects, and I'm on four tablets a day. I tried Aa/Na for 2 years but couldn't stay sober longer than 8 months. Finally I have some peace of mind, no cravings at all, and I'm functioning like a normal person. Thank you doc."


"I recently experienced a week of panic attacks. The first 3 times I took a pill...they were .5, it worked and I could calm down. After that the small dose did not work and I landed in the ER. I take nothing else and haven't taken any other benzo in years. I'd like to give it a lower rating due to the fact that dependency happens so fast if you aren't careful and can't cope other ways. They are definitely a bandaid. They do work though to stop panic . Just be careful and only take as necessary. Side effect..calm and sleepy..in a daze. Took an hour for them to kick in also."


"Taking Citalopram for almost 3 years now, starting at 10mg and now 30mg dosage. I know the drug is different for everyone, but it's really helped me. I still suffer very bad anxiety, but depressive periods and mood swings seem to be under control. It's really important not to rely just on medication though, it's definitely only worked together with therapist/changing a few things (way I communicate etc).

A huge downside to begin with was how tired I was, I would take the meds at night and then not be able to wake up properly, would easily fall back asleep until lunchtime. I now take them around 2pm. I experimented a lot with the timings! This seems best for me as I'm usually out/busy in the afternoons so don't get caught tired."


Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray (old formulation)

"Effectiveness, is slow with several applications. Works for short period of time. Afrin works longer and better, without the camphor smell and burn."


"Started Contrave on Saturday. Was feeling very jittery. Took 1 pill on Sunday same effect but worse and terrible nausea. Woke up Monday morning covered in hives. Will be making a doctor appointment today. Sad the Contrave didn't work for me. Good luck to all of those who can tolerate it and keep pushing toward your goal!"


"Excellent at helping to quit smoking, as long as you are: a) seriously ready to quit; and b) prepared for the pattern changes (i.e. smoking in the car, smoking while on the phone, after meals, etc.)  Worked really well for the first 3 to 4 weeks, but then dropped me into a severe depression and a downward spiral in the 4th and 5th weeks.  I tapered back and eventually stopped taking it altogether starting in week 6 or so.  At week 10 I ended up in the back of a police car on my way to the ER after a serious suicidal episode.  PLEASE BE CAREFUL WITH THIS DRUG!  I've suffered from depression (never diagnosed or treated, but we know ourselves, don't we?) my entire life on and off, but this was bad.  I'd go cold turkey, all things considered..."


"The only problem I have is constipation and urination.  It's very hard to get a stream going.  This is the best pain pill I have taken.  I know everyone is different, but what quantity has to be taken before having withdrawal symptoms?

At the present time I take (1) 4mg every 4 hours.  I hope to cut it back to (1) every 6 hours.  I have never had any pain medicine as fast acting as this."


"I've been on Welbutrin (my first antidepression/anxiey med) 150mg once a day for about 7 weeks. Its good for those who emotionally eat. I've already lost 15 lbs because I don't have that feeling of hopelessness & it gives me no appetite. I have to force myself to eat for nutritional reasons. On the downside my insomnia is out of control & affecting many parts of my life. I also have experienced several itching fits after about a month & needed Benadryl to get some relief. Otherwise I would gave it a 10."


"I used this medication for a few years and found it to be very helpful especially in being functional. I had broken my pelvic bone and crushed two vertebrae in my back. I had two titanium rods surgically implanted in (or on) my spine. The only downside is that over time you will build up a tolerance (or resistance) to the effectiveness of this type of drug. I was taking 120mgs three time a day (360mg daily)."


"This is a really good way to shrink your tummy, control your portions, and best part is if you use it on and off you don't form a habit, and you will see how your mind senses when its time to stop eating, and you don't have the binge eating - its fantastic, I've used it for 12 weeks on and off about 50 pills and lost 23 lbs .. eating, exercising and not cutting out foods I love."


"I had experienced almost nonstop hot flashes for 3 years before asking my Dr. for help. I was a mess.  I am on the lowest dose of this medication and it has been a life saver for me. Hot flashes gone, most of the irritability has gone away. I feel like my old self. It took about 3 weeks to notice the difference and have been taking it for 6 months now.  I will have occasional breast pain, but it is nothing serious just a twinge. Well worth the relief!"


"I am 57 and I have taken all ED meds at one time or another.  Cialis without doubt lasts the longest.  I can take 10mg to 15mg and it will last for 3 days.  Erection anytime and anywhere whilst there is a decent dose of cialis in my system.  The only issue is that I have recently started having very bad bowels when I take it,  lots of mucus and flatulance.    So I am going to try the 5mg daily dose and see if a lower but longer dose enables my bowel to calm down.
BTW, I am divorced, have had several girlfriends since divorcing.  Latest one cannot believe how long I can keep going with cialis."


"Worked great for my depression, at a low dose, for many years.  They started me on a high dose and it made me very anxious.  Unfortunately after being on Paxil for about 6 years it lost its effectiveness within a week.  I still haven't found a replacement for this."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"The worst bowel prep I've ever used.  I found the solution easier to handle by refrigerating  it before drinking. I don't know how anyone could drink it warm.

I can't drink large amounts of anything at once so needed to take small sips. EVERY swallow made me want to gag. I am physically unable to vomit, but oh I wished I could. I was nauseated the entire 6 hours of prep.

I spent most of the 6 hours (I took part 1 from 6 to 7 PM and part 2 started at 10 PM, finally exiting the bathroom after midnight) in the restroom and thought  I'd done well cleaning out my system. Much to my surprise the next morning, I still had dark runny stool. Worse, the DOCTOR reported BAD PREP RESULT with stool remaining so he was NOT ABLE TO SEE WELL. REPEAT"


"I am back on Contrave after a break. I took it for 1 year until my Rx ran out & my wedding was over :)  Had lost a total of 35lbs, 3 dress sizes, and went from 36 to 31 BMI. Was off it for about 4 months and gained back 10lbs in the first month or so. I tapered off the drug just like I had tapered on and I think that helped to lessen the side effects, even though the cravings came back VERY strong about 2 weeks after I had completely stopped taking it. Things have plateaued now and I am losing weight on my own, just not as fast as with Contrave, so am going back on to get to my goal BMI of 25."


"I used have been on birth control for four years now- 2 years on Yaz and 2 years on Gianvi. Both pills work really well for me. My sex drive wasn't affected, I haven't had a zit in years, and my periods are light and regular. However, my breasts got a lot bigger over the 4 years (great for my boyfriend, not so much for me) and I have gained weight. It also has made it harder to lose weight. I went off the pill for about three months in the first year of using the pill to see if I wanted to stay on it and I lost a lot of weight right away but everything else was irregular. However, I haven't been pregnant once and that is the main reason I take the pill, so it's been a good and reliable method for me."


"I am on my fourth month of Apri and me and my boyfriend have never had protected sex and I have not gotten pregnant. The downfalls to Apri is that I have crazy mood swings and it's taking a big toll on our relationship. We fight constantly and I have horrible mood swings, and I always have nausea."


"I started taking half pill of 25 mg. daily for 1 week then started a full pill of 25 mg daily . my blood sugar drops from 250 to 190 in the morning . of course also  I am taking twice a day 1000 mg of metformin and 10 mg of gluburide twice daily . after the jardiance I noticed loss of weigh 2 pounds in 2 weeks and increased of hearts beats ."


""I have been using ziana for about 6-7 months and it has made my acne better but it makes my face EXTREMLY oily and peely at the same time, but the first 2 months I guess I was better off without ziana, but after that it slowly got better, at the moment my skin still isn't clear but it's gotten better.""


"This drug is horrendous. It seems to have left a permanent side effect.

It gave me insane nightmares, a groggy spacey feeling, forgetfulness, derealization. A blanked out feeling which does not go away. Now, I can't even sleep properly, it's as if it never went away after the 20mg dose I took.

My mum took it once to try, she also said it gave her nightmares like she had never experienced before.

Besides, it doesn't really help you sleep. Please, for the love of god, do not go near this drug. You have been warned."


"In my experience the only good thing about Implanon is that that you don't have to remember to take a pill every day. I had it for 6 months, and only a few days of that I wasn't bleeding or at least spotting. I also had zero sex drive, and a lot of vaginal dryness. I had it removed last week and have since started on the Nuvaring. Hopefully that will work better for me."


"If you decide to take this drug don't! Unless you want a period longer than a week, migraines, and uncontrollable mood swings. Lots of crying! Did I mention depression? Generess is a better option."


"I have been on Seroquel  (along with a myriad of other psychiatric medication) for 10 years at a dose of 600mg at night. For a while I would get so sedated that while sleeping I would stop breathing and jump awake feeling like I was drowning. While the medicine has been very helpful, I am starting to titrate it down in the hope of losing the 15kg that I put on when I started it. I now find it impossible to sleep without it so I'm coming off it very slowly hoping that my other medicines will keep my mood balanced. Overall a really good medication."


"I have very serious flare ups of TMJD from time to time. I was originally diagnosed years ago when it was chronic. These days when I wake up with a really bad flare up I can't even close my jaw the muscles are so inflamed. I cannot get my teeth to meet up on that side it's so bad. A small amount of Valium (2.5mg) combined with 20 min of jaw relaxation exercises and positioning exercises help with the pain.... like really help a lot. I still won't be able to close my jaw for a day or two but the pain reduces significantly. A word of warning, use Valium only when absolutely needed and I've found that less is more. Taking it daily or in higher doses and you will lose its value due to tolerance. It's a tool in the toolbox not a magic fix."


"I did pills for a few years, Ortho Evra patches for 2 to 3 years and got this inserted in Feb 2014, 4 months ago because I'm traveling months at a time and didn't want to worry about keeping track of getting birth control. I had a normal period plus spotting for the first month then just constant spotting for thee next two months and finally nothing. My sex drive is blah but never really had one, I would say I'd consider going back to the patches because of this crazy acne. I've never had acne and as soon as I switched I don't know what to do with all this acne and I don't wear makeup, nothing changed in my life but the birth control. I've also gone from 110lbs to 130lbs and that is making me really consider changing, still bloated constantly."


"I've been through a lot of loss in my life. Not quite sure if that's why but all of a sudden horrible panic attacks ! I also have equilibrium problems I can work and do most normal things but it's still a pain. My primary care prescribed this to me about 4 yrs ago. I love it. It definitely helps but now instead of a half milligram I am taking a whole once a day. But I guess my body has built a tolerance. "


"Best cough medicine ever! Fantastic taste too."


"Currently on 28mg of Suboxone a day which is keeping the cravings at bay and my general mood is better/ more stable.  This medicine has changed my life.  Not looking forward to when the time comes that I have to get off it but I don't think that will be for years so just concentrating on the here and now."


"This is my first birth control. When I first got on, I got acne really bad on the side of my face and also I got cramps really bad. But now about 3 months later, that does not happen anymore and it keeps my face pretty clear, except when my period is about to start, I sometimes get a pimple or two. But what I did notice is that I have really really bad mood swings every time my period is about to start, I don't know why. Just try it for yourself!"


"I have taken this for the past 2 nights and it has not worked for me at all. It's like I haven't even taken anything. I can't sleep. I don't know what I should do or if I should try it with something else. Or if I am supposed to take it a certain amount of time before bed or what but all I know is I am not even sleepy even 2 hours after taking this medication."


"Dangerous drug, associated with many side effects, even after you stop taking it.  I took a similar one (a quinolone) and came out in a terrible rash.  Had bad taste in mouth, and aches and pains.  I also suffered hallucinations.  All these reactions have been strongly associated with this group of antibiotics.  Best avoided."


"I'm not sure how I feel about this drug helping with my bipolar. I'm on lamictal for that and was put on seroquel to help with it until I was on a high enough dosage of that and truly did not feel it made any difference. I have stayed on a low dose of seroquel simply because I LOVE the sedative effects. If there was an option on here for the reason we were taking it was "insomnia" I would have put that. I never realized how awful I was sleeping until this medicine. 50mg a night and I get an amazing nights sleep. No more waking up to every little sound despite sleeping with a noise maker. It's amazing."


"I have almost all the listed conditions treated by this medicine, as well as depression from all the pain. Cymbalta is the first medicine I have used in over 15 years that actually works for all of them. I started at 20 Mg and worked up to 60 MG after 3 months. At one time I was asked to take one 60mg every 12 hours to see if it would relieve more pain. I did not notice a difference other than urine retention at this dosage so went back to 60 mg once a day. The symptoms it has helped with are : Overall joint pain, relief from 5 trigger fingers, reduced crawling ant, burning and sunburn feel from my arms and legs, and has lowered the intense pain I have in my lumbar region and reduced my Sciatica pain. I consider it a miracle!"


"At first, my stomach was sensitive to certain foods, as time went on it was everything I ate. The gas, aching, pains, making weird noises, running to the bathroom. I had tried many over the counter and prescription medicines, NOTHING worked. Finally, I switched doctors and he suggested this medication. I take it everyday, twice a day and it literally changed my life. I would suggest this medication to anyone with irritable bowel syndrome."


"I started taking Belviq May 31, 2017. I am 5"5 and start weight was 279lb. Today makes day 15 and I am at 273lb and that's the number with my period  on (sorry TMI) so it will be lower once it's gone off. I know 6lbs in 15 days sounds like nothing right? But I haven't exercised nor watched what I have been eating, only because I wanted to see what the pill had to offer. Not only did I lose weight but I lost inches!!! How many inches? I'm not sure, I just know that I can wear my rompers and tight shirts without my girdle "


"Not only did I not feel congestion relief after using this; I had almost an immediate bloody nose after I used it. I didn't find it helpful."


"I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 9. I'm now 22. I've been on many medications for it. My favorite would have to be Adderall because it works now. Strattera is time release and it takes weeks to actually notice a difference. If you have patience for it then I'd recommend it."


"My doctor prescribed Levothyroxine for low thyroid and I had been feeling so tired and wiped out. Levothyroxine did help improve my numbers (TSH of 7.5 dropped to 4.5) but I felt awful on it. Everything hurt and I was so exhausted. After 3 months on Levothryoxine, I asked to try the brand name Synthroid. What a difference!!! It improved my numbers even more (same dose, TSH decreased to 1.75) and not only that, I felt better. I had energy. My experience is night and day. I know generics are supposed to be equivalent but I can tell you there is a difference. Synthroid brand  works so much better than Levothyroxine. Recommended."


"15 years ago after suffering with severe panic attacks I found a doctor who found the root of my troubles was my Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I was on Luvox, brand name only because when I tried the generics they did NOT work? During the time it was off market, I suffered terribly until it came back. It keeps my OCD in check to the best it can be BRAND name only, I do not know why."


"AMAZING!! I have had this since April 2015 and it's great before the implanon I was irregular, heavy periods with awful cramps that wouldn't let me walk right sometimes. The rod in my arm didn't regulate my periods but I have it every two or three months for two or three weeks and the cramps are nowhere near that bad as before. I do experience some weird mood swings but it's a great way of birth control."


"I love NuvaRing.  It's so much easier than the pill and it makes me feel safer because it's a lot harder to mess up.  The only problem is that it's really expensive."


"I am at the end of day 3 of the medication and I can't do it anymore. The side effects are making life miserable, just in a different way than I started with. I went in because of the headache and congestion that would not respond to anything over the counter plus vertigo. The vertigo went away after the first day of meds but the headache is significantly worse. Additionally, my stomach hurts really bad and constantly feels like I have overeaten a mass amount all the time, whether I have eaten or not. I have also has some mild diarrhea. So not worth it for me!"


"I had been taking Plavix without any side effects since experiencing transient ischemic stroke, but was advised by my doctor to try Aggrenox because a clotting test raised a question whether Plavix was effective. To start with I took one dose per day because I had had been advised to expect headaches until my body adjusted.  I felt my head was going to explode and got extremely nauseated. I took it for three days.  The headaches got worse, and I became nauseous, and my blood pressure went very high. I now list Aggrenox as a medication that I am allergic to because of the severe side effects. I continue to use Aspirin, Plavix and other medications to try to prevent strokes."


"I had lost the use of my arms and hands, couldn't swallow nor chew....had double vision and often lost the ability for speech.  Doctors believe it had progressed nearly 4 years before diagnosed.  Within a couple of hours of starting the medication, functioning began to return.  I take 3 60mg. tablets per day and am able to function quite well now."


"This medicine is trash. It barely helped with my flu at all the first day and I'm on the second day of using it and I've never been so nauseous in my life. It feels like I spent hours on a rocking boat it sucks so much I'll never take this medicine again."


"Started at 25 mg, then went to 50 mg and then to 100 mg. While my BP was not really under control (hypotension - hypertension) and my heart rate was 112 while resting and I gained 12 pounds over night. During my Cozaar experience my energy level was so much better than it had been over the previous 10 years taking lisinopril, however BP control and the side affects I experienced were just not acceptable. There has to be something out there that will work. "


"I have severe menstrual pain, so bad to where I throw up,and I am in bed for the whole day. So I decided to get on the pill. My doctor prescribed me orsythia and it changed my mood severely. I was very mean and grumpy all the time, it felt like was on edge all the time. Which is not like me at all, I am a very easy going, go with the flow, never really get mad type of person. It did not help my cramps as much as I thought it was going to. It also made me have really bad head aches and  acne. It has been almost a week since I've stopped taking it and my mood and acne has cleared up. The only thing now that I've noticed is that my knees and  ankles ache, after coming off of the medication. But I'm sure that will clear up soon."


"Very stable medicine in the sense of little personality change and no physical side effects other than loss of appetite in the first week. I am 58 years and believe this medicine is the first ADD medication that I have noticed is truly effective.  It has helped my concentration and increased the length of time I work without any distractions.  As some others have commented, some "passion" has been removed as a trade-off in of efficiency in work and a greater degree of focus.  I think my sense of humor has somewhat diminished and everything is more important in some ways and seriousness has replaced my having fun nature.  I believe on the whole it has made a positive improvement in the way I function."


"I have to say, the IR's work much better than the ER's for me. I take 6 - 10mgs per day. I used to be on many other things for pain such as OC 80's and MS 100's but the roller coaster leveled right out as soon as I started the Opana and the pain leveled also. Everyone is different and everyone's pain is different so suggesting a certain pill is hard for me to do. Hope if you are given these, best of luck with your pain as they worked for me."


"My main problem is a pretty bad insomnia / anxiety. I tried several natural products over the last 3 years (melatonine, Valerian root, Tea, GABA, Magnesium etc...) as well as using good sleeping habits. I just couldn't support the lack of sleep anymore (hundreds of night without sleeping in the last year) so my GP prescribed me with Zoplicone & Trazodone. It didn't work and my anxiety went pretty bad. I finally pushed my GP to prescribe Remeron. After one week I regained my sleeping cycle at 15mg. Little to no side effects for me except I feel a bit sleepy until 10AM. Really mild anti-depressant, far from SSRI really bad side & withdrawal effects. Try it without fear."


Conjugated estrogens / medroxyprogesterone

"Took this medicine for 18 days. Hot flashes nausea and migraines disappeared after about a week. Then on the 10th day I felt nausea and migraine come on, since then no more symptoms. Not sure if it's okay to not take it anymore now that feel better."


"Hi all, I only just picked up the prescription today and just wanted to say that I was feeling nervous about side effects but after reading quite a few of your stories, I am now feeling very positive. My specialist is in the Gastroenterology Dept. at the hospital and the hospital Pharmacy supplied them, no cost whatsoever. It's a 12 week course.

I thought this tiredness, lack of energy, lack of concentration and the feeling of a foggy brain was from depression, now after reading your stories I realize it's from the HepC. I am so happy to read that all those symptoms disappear while taking Harvoni and that people are now cured.

Looking forward to reading more positive stories and watching mine and others progress."


"Took 1 injection. Found out I could not afford it because Medicare won't pay. Have never experienced a FLAIR of this nature. I am in so much pain it is unbearable. Hope it goes away soon. I cannot bear it!"


"Didn't work for me. I had serious allergic reaction. My tongue swelled up, my cheeks were going numb and had to take Benadryl within 30 minutes of taking this medicine."


"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."


"Only thing I can say about the Loestrin 24 FE is AWESOME.  I have been on these pills for 6yrs now and in the beginning my period lasted 2 to 3 days and as time went on it decreased even more and went to 24hrs and my period was over. Later on it changed again and I came on and was off in 12hrs.  Today, I haven't had a period at all I know in yrs. I love these pills but the only downfall is even though I don't come on I still have the mood swings, irritating moments, feeling strange, headaches etc. but at the time when my period would have been ending that's when everything goes away. I did used to worry in the beginning when I completely stopped having a period but now I know its just the way these pills are with my body."


"I didn't like this birth control and I know it affects everyone differently, but this was my first time on the pill and within the first 3 months I gained 20 lbs! I also had a lot of breast tenderness. Then I got switched to Syeda, and the 2nd month I was on it I had headaches daily that would not go away with ibuprofen or Excedrin. Then by the 3rd month I had headaches every other day. Not to mention on a daily basis I had breast tenderness and cramps every week except the first week of the start of my pills. And now I'm going to start the Depo Provera shot in two weeks, and I'm hearing mixed reviews with that."


"This has worked so well for me! After it was implanted I noticed my moods were more balanced (I had previously been taking the daily pills) and I haven't had a menstrual cycle whatsoever for three months (so far). It has been AMAZING. I love it.
I have noticed infrequent mild acne and slight weight gain (3 pounds in 3 months while I'm actually on a diet) but nothing to the point where I'd consider removing the implant."


"Hey everyone, unlike everyone else on here, I'm a guy and I'd like to tell you ladies to RELAX. My girlfriend and I had sex while she was ovulating and the condom broke and I came completely inside her. We got plan B about 45 minutes later, and obviously we were both freaking out because we're still youngish. I felt like the odds were against us, because we both had teen parents so I was guessing we were both pretty fertile. But, she got her period today (6 days later). It was lighter than normal and early but I know those are both symptoms of plan B. This pill is 95% effective so stop worrying, you aren't pregnant :)"


"My healthcare practitioner agreed to prescribe.  I've suffered from CIC since I was a kid.  As you get older, it gets tougher to put up with primarily because it's tough to have a normal schedule when you suffer from CIC.  This medication does work.  It's fairly predictable and doesn't "linger" all day.  It's important to note that it is an "Osmotic" and does not work like regular stimulant laxatives.  While that makes it safe for daily use, it also makes it more tempermental.  People find it works for days and then stops. Problem with Osmotics is if you're not hydrated, too hot, too cold, or exert yourself too much while waiting for it to kick in, it could disrupt its effectiveness.  Overall, it works but wish it were less expensive"


"Have only been on Brilinta 3 days after 2 stents put in because of blockages, but was concerned enough to start  looking for reviews. I have pains over my body, diarrhea  and have had some shortness of breath. will be asking my doctor when I go to see him this week as advised after my procedure."


"Excellent for chronic arthritic ankle/knee/hip pain; 3 x 4MG tablets three times in 24 hours for full relief.  Breakthrough pain  (walking for 30 mins) is reduced by another 2 X 4mg tabs but the resulting sleepiness is annoying so I tend not to be too mobile which is bad. "


"Caused severe stomach pain. And have nausea and hemmoroids ongoing. Try something else."


"I'm very pleased with the outcome of this medication although it did not work as fast as I had anticipated. I had constipation for 2 days and the prescribed medication for constipation use because of opioids did not work, so I reached for the MoM. I took 4 tablespoons last night and nothing happened. Finally took another 4 tablespoons this afternoon and it worked in an hour. No cramping. Very gentle. Thank you MoM"


"I have been on all sorts of medications in the past, so I was nervous about starting down the anti-depressant path.  However I have been taking citalopram for about two years and have had the best results of any medication.  For the first time, my anxious mind is quiet. No longer am I kept awake at night replaying the day and worrying about it.  I still feel all the highs and lows of life, and aside from finding orgasm more difficult and perspiring a lot during exercise, I have no side effects.  I feel completely like myself and I am so pleased to have this medicine."


"After just 3 days of using this I'm starting to see significant clearing on the inside of my elbow where a stress rash got out of control. I might not need to even use it for the whole 2 weeks and be able to save it for next time!"


"FINALLY!  Doral is back on the market!  I don't know why it was ever taken off the market in the first place as it was the ONLY thing that would help me get a full nights sleep - but I am a different man now that it is back and I've finally been able to sleep soundly for the past few nights.  Have tried ambien (gave me nightmares and woke up in middle of the night in cold sweats); and restoril (stopped working after a couple of nights) - but Doral has always been a constant work horse for me. Always works and I sleep like a baby."


"I got the nexplanon inserted march 1st 2016 and i have made an appointment for it to be removed....the only good thing from it is only spotting for a few days a month and it does its job to prevent pregnancy but i can pretty much cry on command now...i get mad over the tiniest things that wouldn't have mattered before i got this...and also ive gained atleast 20 pounds without a single change in my diet..definitely wouldn't recommend!"


"I had unprotected sex on October 27 and took the pill 12 hours after because I realized I missed a pill the day before I had sex. I had knee pains right after taking it. I heard that if you are over 175 that the pill may not work (im about 240). 6 days after taking the pill I started having back pains and cramps on that day I also had a situation that made me emotional. Luckily my period came on as scheduled."


"I've had my Mirena for about 9 months after having been on the Depo shot for 10 years. I chose this device because the Depo was too strong and my emotions flat-lined. I have a history of painful periods and need something so I can function. On the Mirena I have some annoying but manageable cramps and no bleeding. More importantly, I have mood fluctuations (a good thing) but nothing like the PMS extremes. Insertion was not very bad (I have not had children) as long as you take some pain killer a few hours before and get the cervical softener in place in the vagina the night before. I also had an experienced doctor insert it. Definitely do your research before you get it inserted. Overall, this is working very well. I have even lost a few pounds!"


"After having two other colonoscopies  I suggest  to drink this without any flavoring,  it taste much better that way.  Adding the flavor only seems to intensify the salty taste
 I divided the drink up in the 4 quart containers and drank 1 at a time much easier to do.  Drink  it through a straw.  You have less chance of becoming nauseous . I coated my rump as  as suggested by others  who had the prep. It really helped. P.S.  Thank you to all the people who offered suggestions it really helped.  I also drank the prep at room temperature and chilled.  The only difference was at room temperature it was a little bit more salty.
 If you’ve ever mixed baking soda and water for heartburn  that’s what this prep reminded me of but, actually tasted better.  It was not horrible.
 At the end I replenished with Gatorade.
I also had 3 more clear BM’s the next day  which was the morning of my procedure.  So you might want to wear a protective  pad or something like the depends  or take an extra pair of clothes  in case you can’t get to the bathroom fast enough."


"Was given the 5mg in October 2011, Black Cherry flavor after a hospitalization.  Took three days, but I finally felt normal.  The taste is absolutely dreadful.  The worst side effect was that it made me sleep and sleep and sleep, to the point were I wasn't able to function during the daytime, so I stopped taking it. Haven't been on it in several months, but NEED IT!
Have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow and hope that perhaps there is a newer, extended release version on the market, as without the more unpleasant side effects. "


"the imuran sometimes upsets my stomach but the doctors say it is doing the job."


"Best benzodiazepine, if you can't wait a Xanax will work fast but Klonopin works longer than the Xanax."


"Since taking this, I've noticed that I do not have to take as much of my prescribed pain medication. Does cause drowsiness and do not recommend driving while on this medication. For my condition it has helped improve my quality of life until I get my surgery."


"Do to severe bone loss, a fracture in my spine & scoliosis my doctor prescribed Forteo. I seemed fine in the first five months but I began to experience unbearable back pain. I could not lie down in bed at night. This went on for a few weeks. The doctor asked me to stop the Forteo. Four day later the pain subsided. My doctors said the medication was not right for me. I have not had a bone density test yet."


"Amazing.
Have severe fibromyalgia pain as well as chronic cervical spondylosis, following a failed neck surgery.
Tried everything, was put on pregabalin but it stopped working & so expensive. Dr. switched to Gabapentin (dirt cheap) at low doses below 600mg  just caused sedation did nothing ,but at higher doses 900 mg (at night only) my pain melted away from 9 to 1. No longer sedates me but clears brain fog and restores energy and motivation. It's also done wonders for uplifting my depressed mood (a real happy pill).  Some insomnia, but  I need far less sleep & no longer fatigued. Side effects are some occasional tremors & dizziness , myclonus, when it's time to re-dose, but nothing bad.  A miracle medicine.
Great for chronic fatigue"


"Product partially effective but major gastrointestinal problems were just too much to deal with for the marginal relief I was getting for my AF."


"My daughter has had refractory epilepsy for 20yrs. She tried this drug in addition to the Vimpat and Topamax she is already taking. Huge mistake!  Week 2 she became  catatonic,  delusional, and terrified. Her dad ,brother and I helped her through it. Called her neurologist and stopped the drug immediately. We are on day one without the Fycompa,  our morning was consumed with a psychotic episode but after an hr and a half she came around. Lucky for her she doesn't remember much if anything of these events.  I highly recommend you do your research before considering this drug. In my opinion it shouldn't be on the market."


"Used to treat both my extreme fatigue and my treatment-resistant bipolar depression, this medicine has changed my life.  Without it, my other meds in my cocktail made it impossible for me to do much besides sleep all day, made my concentration nonexistant during manic and mixed states, and my depressions were darker and longer-lasting.  I was also unable to work.  With my other medications, I now lead a normal life, can read, write, and otherwise concentrate on whatever I need or want to do, don't stay in bed all day, have energy, rarely am depressed, and contrary to some doctor's lectures, using this medication has not caused manic or mixed states.  Indeed, I have not experienced a single manic, mixed, or hypomanic state in years."


"I was prescribed Xarelto for two months after I got a Deep Vein Thrombsis and pulmonary embolisms and it definitely worked as prescribed.  I did bruise very easily, but that was a small price to pay to completely get rid of my DVT and show no signs of it 3 months later."


"It has really assisted me with falling asleep and I do not have the sleepy groggy effect the next day."


"I have been using Vimpat for 6 months now, it is helping with my complex partial seizures, I still have some but at least it is not everyday."


"I have been taking his medicine for about four months now. When I started it I was also taking janumet everyday and the shot once a week.

Everything was great until the 3rd month. Started having a lot of lows. Lowest so far was 31. Ended up in the ER a few times.

Made another visit to my doctor that checked my A1C and it was down from 9 to a 7 in 4 months.

She took me off the janumet but I'm still having lows just not as many.  When I'm not having lows, I average around 140.

I have lost about 15 lbs. I'm never hungry anymore.

Other than the low blood sugar sometimes, it's seems to helping a lot. Hopefully I can figure out how to stop bottoming out."


"I started Celexa last April after having tried numerous other antidepressants. It took a good 6 weeks for me to really get the full effect of the medication, but it has changed my life.  I found it to be subtle, effective, and lasting without any side effects. I really think it's a matter of your personal brain chemistry whether an antidepressant will work for you.  It's worth it to keep trying to find one that fits for you."


"Geodon has definitely helped with the severity of my symptoms. As a long time sufferer of Bipolar II disorder, I believe I will continue to use the medication."


"I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2008. I was put on methotrexate almost immediately. My first stab at a TNF inhibitor went well for about a year. Then, there were a couple of tries with different meds (including the dreaded prednisone for flares). My PA thought that we could "do better".....so, I researched and she researched....together, we came up with Actemra.  The stiffness in the morning is GONE!  I haven't flared in over a year!  I'm SO lucky to have found Actemra.
The only thing that kind of bugs me, is that the week before my next infusion is due, I get a little stiff and more tired than usual."


"Horrible! I just bought this today and tried it and it made everything so much worse!! it was already itching bad but then it started to make it itch even worse and also I started to feel a burning sensation!?  its supposed to get rid of it not make it worse! so I removed it but now I don't feel any itching anymore just slight burn sensation"


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I'm writing this 2hrs after round 2. The taste is disgusting, unless you enjoy salty fruity nastiness. I've had chills so bad that one might think I was having a seizure. I've also had cramps so bad that would have on a normal day sent me to the ER. I have been dealing with abdominal pain for 4 months,  just really hoping to find the cause. Will opt for the Colyte for the next one,  as that is what I had 5 years ago without the horrible side effects. Good luck to those who are reading this."


"Best decongestant I have ever taken. As effective as any sinus rinse but a lot less annoying to take a pill! One slight side effect: minor headaches.  Do not take Claritin D-24 on a daily basis - it is too strong and caused dizziness."


"It is the only thing that has helped me for the past 15 years for migraine and tension headaches. Did not feel great side effects."


"I just got it inserted so I wanted to come to share my experience. I obviously can't attest to the products effectiveness or whether I really like it. I'm here to discuss insertion because I read these reviews and they scared the hell out of me. I was scared for no reason. I guess everyone has a different experience and mine was great. First, my doctor opened my cervix. This didn't hurt. There was just a little pressure. Then he inserted it. I felt very slight cramping and that was it. I'm having minor cramps now. The procedure was done two hours ago. I feel great and am very happy that I wont have to worry about taking hormone pills to prevent pregnancy now."


"This birth control works and does its job, it's just the mood swings that have been terrible for me.  I cry all the time over nothing and I go from being happy to angry to depressed.  I feel it putting a strain on my relationship and I am considering going off it.  On the plus side, however, my period cramps are now nonexistent.  I haven't experienced any weight gain or cravings (I've always eaten a lot though so it's hard to tell!).  My acne actually got better, but only slightly and that could be due to other factors.  I just feel like the mood swings outweigh the benefits and I just want to feel better."


"I have been using Concerta for about 3 weeks now and it has changed my life drastically. I am a Film Writer and Director and can already tell a difference in the way I am filming, my co-workers as well can tell. It is awesome! The only side effect is that I am less hungry, which is okay in my book or in any other womans book. It is not a horrid loss of appetite but still, I have loss 5 lbs in 3 weeks. Which again is alright. ;D"


"Zoloft has given me the last leap I need to heal my mind. I have been struggling with severe anxiety, insomnia and bouts of depression for 3 years. While I have been off work into therapy and other means of rehabilitation, for the first time in years I actually feel calmer most the time, and mostly happy. I'm so grateful. It's been trial and error and a slow process, but I know my self-care is my main priority now. See more of my story:mental-health-matters-a-womans-story-of-the-struggle. Good luck to all."


"Butrans has been a lifesaver for me.  Without it I cant move."


"I have never been on birth control before. I've only hear about terrifying stories from my friends on how birth control makes them fat and get pimples ! So I was a little afraid to get on the pill but I knew I needed it. I explained to my doctor my worries so she then prescribed me Lo loestrin Fe. I have been on this pill for 4 months now and the only side affect I have experienced is being short tempered. Other than that this pill is amazing. My face is clear of blemishes, I don't get my period and if I do it only last for 3 days and hardly anything comes out. This is coming from someone who couldn't go on with everyday activities when I used to get my period. This pill is great and I'd definitely recommend it"


"I started celexa 2 weeks ago and its been my life saver I had been depressed from my teens and never wanted help I refused I then had my little girl a year half ago become very angry and emotional but was in a bad relationship I was so sure I didn't need help and no pills to make me better about a month ago my partner robbed and left me for another women I became an emotional wreck just cried and cried going inside myself were family and work friends noticed and begged me to go get some help I went to doctors he gave me celexa and another calmer drug lozapam I think and within a few days they worked so much calmer no more crying or suidical thoughts I feel dumb no emotions in some way helped me a lot I feel a lot better person for my child"


"This med had saved my life!!! I was addicted to heroin and xanax trying to always self medicate the effects of bipolar. I tried so many meds and had so many dangerous side effects like a bad rash from lamictal and muscles locking up from 3 other meds and had to get rushed to the hospital to get Benadryl shots. Ever since I've been on this I feel like I did when I was a kid very free and level, no crazy obsessive thoughts or cravings. I have not had a drug craving at all, nor do I want anything to do with drugs bc now that my mind is clear and balanced I have no use for them . This med definitely is the main thing helping me stay sober and it saved me from myself and my thoughts!!!!!"


"Had the iud placed this morning, not going to lie it hurt felt like a lot of pressure. According to the dr and nurse it's normal considering I've never had any kids before this. I also heard this is good for three years here goes ...."


"I was drinking for 4 years and tried numerous rehab centers, all of which did not believe in providing drugs, just vitamins.... I tried to stop on my own the other day and sat in the living room shaking and shivering. I finally went to my Dr. Yesterday and  he prescribed Librium to help with the shakes and anxiety. Day 2 and feeling much better... the drug works for the shakes and pain of withdrawal... I know I have a long road ahead to actually clean up my act, but the drug is a great start to dealing with the discomfort. I tried to write on my computer yesterday but the shakes would not allow me to make any sense, today, I can write with fairly good ability. The Librium definitely helps. Good Luck everyone in recovery, it can be a  struggle"


"I’ve been on this drug for slightly more than 2 weeks. The only reason I started taking this drug is to quit smoking, and it didn’t help at all. I got a few rages since I started it too, and this is so not me."


"I have used Linzess for one year and feel much better. I have not missed work or had an ER visit due to pain. I have not missed a family event and sleep all night."


"I have been on Ortho Evra for three months and my experiences so far have been okay. The very first week of starting the patch, I was very nauseous, had some diarrhea, and very bad headaches (however I think this would be the case with most methods). Usually the first week is the worst.
Since then, I've had random headaches and nausea (mostly on the patch "change" days). Unfortunately, I had terrible abnormal vaginal bleeding that seemed to be like a heavy period for a little bit over two weeks.
My only other complaint is that the patch gets stuck to my clothing a lot and it concerns me. Sometime it gets bubbles in it or it looks like its falling off.
However, I like the ease of use, and the fact that it is not a pill."


"I have PCOS so I've been unfortunate enough to have the ugly facial hair situation. Mostly on my chin, and its really coarse hair. My doctor put me on Vaniqa, and I have to say, after all these years of struggling with facial hair removers, waxes, creams, this is the best by far. I've only been on it probably around 2-3 weeks and I saw an immediate difference. Even without using a facial hair remover, its cleared up my skin, the hair doesn't come back as quickly and its really made a huge difference. Granted it is expensive. Hope this helps!"


"My husband &  I have been taking (54 411 Tablets) Buprenorphine HCL 8MG (Sublingual) Manufacture: Roxane Laboratories for a while now. If It wasn't for Buprenorphine we'd be dead or who knows. We've tried all different manufactures of subutex & the only one that has done the trick was the Buprenorphine 8MG Roxane(54 411 Tablet) They saved mine & my husbands life & we're happier, more healthier than we've been in so Long. My husband has severe pain in his neck & needs surgery. He stopped taking pain meds and had withdrawal.  He started taking the Suboxone strips & it didn't help pain instead it really made him sick to is stomach.  He then switched like I did to small ones & oval ones. Then one day we had the Buprenorphine 54 411 Tablets & we wouldn't go back to anything else."


"I was originally switched to Wellbutrin SR, cold turkey, and suffered horrible side effects until my system got used to it. When the XL came out I was hesitant to change over, but I did so with no side effects and pretty good results."


"I suffer from medical anxiety.  I first tried Paxil - itched like crazy.  Then lexapro - shook all the time.  Cymbalta has changed my life.  I feel so much better now, and almost back to 'normal' after 5 weeks on the medication.  I have a little insomnia, and have lost a few pounds, but other than that I feel like I'm 30 again, instead of 50!"


"I have experienced more rapid cycling with this medication, major insomnia and then sleepiness.  Also, I have experienced shortness of breath and higher blood pressure.  However it helps in making oneself quite groggy for half a day."


"It helped me a lot with akathisia."


"This is an honest opinion of this product. I had used the monistat 3 before and it has always worked for me without any issues, this time the only reason why I picked up the 1 day one is because my period was coming the next day, and I did not want to go through having my period and Yeast infection at the same time. So my husband went to the store and grabbed me the 1 day one as requested by me. I inserted the little egg shape thing around 7pm and by 9pm I had to pee, so I went to the bathroom and when I came back down the itchiness and burning was indescribable, I don't even know what it was anymore , it was an awful sensation. I started crying my eyes out, so i laid down in front of a fan and it helped a little. I will NOT buy this again."


"I was on 1mg of Ativan at night as needed. It worked pretty well. Once the side effects went away (a little sleepy and off-balance) I started taking half a pill in the daytime whenever I felt stressed and it seemed to last most of the day. It also helps whenever I feel angry at work. If not for Ativan, I would probably have quit my job or knocked someone out."


"I got Skyla inserted yesterday so this review is only on insertion and the 24 hours after.

I was seriously freaked out about the insertion after reading so many bad reviews. I took Misoprostol 6 hours before the procedure, and 550mg of naproxen an hour before. My gyno told me everything she was doing and told me when there was about to be pain. The whole thing took about 90 seconds from start to finish. There were three cramps, a small one, a medium one, and then one big sharp one that made me close my eyes. the pain really was not bad, it just caught me by surprise. After it was over I had light cramping for a few hours, and have been spotting with brown discharge. Other than that, I can't tell its in there!"


"I have had anxiety all my life,  only after loosing my mom  I realize she had it before it was named. I have used anti depressant then learned meditation and exercise techniques and become med free. Now at 65 the monster is back, 0.5 Lorazepam twice a week is great. But if I go back to work more a week might be needed. We will see."


"I got mirena in on Monday 6-22-2015 and it's thursday now and these cramps on my left side are killing me . I think I made the wrong choice by getting this. It hurt so bad when they were putting it in . the day I got it I had to take so much meds just to sleep so I wouldn't hurt. I think I'm gonna have it removed because I can't keep calling off of work."


"It worked... I was scared out of my mind and kept looking for reviews that would give me hope, and it worked. My period came a little bit heavier but I have never been so happy for the cramps. Took it within 3 hours of unprotected sex."


"ive been on this pill for 2 months now and I'm growing to like it. During the first month, I experienced the side effects (as expected). My breasts were very swollen and VERY tender. I had to buy new bras to handle the pain. I had one day of nausea and never had issues with it again. I had migraines on and off throughout the first month and they have gone away. Periods are much shorter, lighter, and much less painful. I have had bare sex on this pill and have not seen any signs of pregnancy. It made my face break out during the first month, however, on month 2 my skin looked WAY better. After about 3 months of taking the pill all side effects seem to subside!"


"I get cystic acne, so my dermatologist gave me EpiDuo. It definitely helped get rid of the pain and redness, and made the pimples less noticeable. BUT - if you have dry skin, beware! My dermatologist told me to put a pea-sized amount all over my face every night. I did that, and after about 3 days, my skin was flaky and painfully dry. I can only use it as a spot treatment now because it's just too harsh on my skin."


"No side effects after over two years of use... 150mg/day"


"I was on this about a month and titrated my dose slowly. It might've started to improve my depression at first but that didn't seem to last. It also probably increased my anxiety. It caused constipation and upper GI slowness as well that took three weeks to improve. It also caused a pungent feminine odor that lasted the entire as I took it, not just before my period. "


"I have type two diabetes. I was diagnosed after treatment for leukemia. My Dr. prescribed Metformin for my first treatment option. After many changes in dosage and five years A1C was never below 7. Finally I was given long acting Metformin and immediately started gaining weight. Called my Doc and expressed my concerns. Was then prescribed Invokana. I lost nine pounds in 3 months with no side effects."


"Okay, first reports here. 50 years old and a decent sex life, but the usual decline in maintaining the firmness over the last few years. Yes I can live with it but more interested in satisfying my wife who if anything has been more sexual (and orgasmic) in the last 5 years or so. 25mg an hour before expecting an opportunity for sex and member was indeed ready-to-go without much coaxing. Sex was solid and no anxiety about losing focus.. still erect after major orgasm and it took some time before going down (boy has THAT been awhile). No side effects besides a very excited wife!"


"My husband had PLMD and Restless Legs for decades and it continued to get worse.  He was given Mirapex and the first night it was if a miracle had happened.  It completely stopped all the crazy movements that we both had endured.  Life changing."


"While this was an effective contraceptive, the negative side effects were beyond unbearable. Within the first week, I experienced the most horrible cystic acne break out of my life. The progesterin in this pill is androgen based, which is found to increase acne. Additionally, my mood swings were wild, and I found myself feeling incredibly depressed. I would cry for literally no reason. This birth control ruined my skin. I switched to a different BC, and since then my skin and mood have improved exponentially."


"I can't give methadone a horrible review as it does have its place. When your bad off it can get your life back in order. I've been on and off twice. Each time over 2 years on @ around 130mg usually. While on it you can beat drug adiction, so it does save lives, BUT it comes at a cost. Its much more addictive than herion and I did a bundle per shot just not to feel sick (didn't get high) while off methadone in my past. Hard to believe but it's true. Getting off of it is  much harder. Regular opiate withdraw lasts maybe 4 to 5 days. Methadone withdrawal can take weeks to feel normal again making most return to the clinic or start to use again to kill the sickness. Even getting off slowly doesn't make it easy."


"Tudorza had been a blessing since trying December 2015 until January 2016 when my insurance took it off the covered list. Can no longer afford the only inhaler that worked for me after 6 years of trying most every inhaler on the market. Insurance companies that make these type of changes should be in our shoes just for a day."


"I am so surprised at the bad reviews this medication is getting. I first started taking birth control not because I was sexually active, but because I had terrible periods. Hemorrhaging to the point where no tampon could help me (something that runs in my female family). I started with Loestrin and my life changed, in a good way. My periods lightened up and I got to the point where I only had to wear thin pantiliners to get through my cycle.

For some reason my doctor later switched me to Minastrin, and everything is still working as it was. Since starting birth control, I have gotten married, and it's now helping me with what it was made to do as well as beautifully managing my periods. Love it!"


"I had the Implanon inserted in May 09, six weeks after having my baby. The only great thing is I don't have to take the pills but apart from that my hormones are up and down all the time. My first period after having it in was okay but the next one has lasted six weeks and counting. I don't know what to do? As for my weight I have just stayed the same but I'm trying to lose weight. My daughter is four and a half months old so I think I will give it one more month for my bleeding and hormones to settle down and if not I will be getting it out."


"I started Victoza 6 weeks ago and lost 5 quick pounds. I have not lost a siongle pound since. I am on 1.2 plus 5 clicks on the pen. Has anyone else experienced no weight loss. My sugars are about 120 to 115. "


"My blood sugar went down first injection. It continues to be 7 or below morning and two hours after meals. I felt full and think sometimes I didn't eat enough. My weight dropped and continues.

I am now on my 2nd month and for two days I have felt more hungry which I hope will change because I want to progress with weight loss.

I have had next to no side effects. I feel better now but sometimes dizzy if I bend down for instance. I think this is an amazing drug and I feel sure I can get my weight down to target."


"I was a miserable addict for 6 years. I tried white knuckling it at least a dozen times. When I was introduced to buprenorphine my problems were over. I stopped using and suffered withdrawals for about 12 hours, then was given my first dose. I was scared and depressed and already thinking about where I might find some dope. Then it was over. About an hour after my first dose of buprenorphine. I was laughing, eating, cleaning up  my room. It was so easy. Thank you."


"The physical experience of sertraline is awful, I struggle waking up in the mornings, I have tremors, constant dry mouth, tight jaw muscles, sensitivity to light, difficulty sleeping and horrific spells of heartburn.
The mental effects however are fantastic, I can leave the house with ease, my BPD characteristics are almost none existent apart from the occasional short lived "meltdown" but compared to before I began taking Sertraline are nothing in comparison"


"Im a 20 year old female, been on Celexa for about 4 days now. I was pretty skeptical reading all the reviews and some negative ones really scared me, but I decided to take it anyway. So far I am liking the medicine. Little side effects such as a mild headache that seems to come about 5 min. after I take the pill, drowsiness (which is why I take it at night) and a tiny but of nausea. Nothing to major like I thought. Oh! and also no panic attacks, which is one of the main reasons I started taking this. Celexa has given me a sort of "calm, relaxed" feel. But I also feel more uplifted. I'm not sure the right word. I'm not energetic but I feel energized, which is great. I would recommend trying this if you suffer from frequent panic and worry."


"I started this medication exactly 4 weeks ago.  I started Citalopram 20 mg and noticed something the very first day.  I stopped taking it at night as at first, I couldn't sleep.  It helped the irratability and I didn't feel depressed, however, I felt like my head was under water a bit. In the third week I noticed a major amount of fatigue and my depression again, into the fourth week as well.  Right now I am still very tired and considering taking it before bed again.  I know I should talk to my doctor because the fatigue is just too much, I could sleep another 4-5 hours during the day if I could. I wonder if the dose needs to go higher now or if there is something to help the fatigue. I'll probably stick with 20 mg for another 2 weeks."


"I am taking the maximum dosage for Trigeminal Neuralgia and I have seen no change at all."


"In February 2014, Forest Laboratories, the makers of Armour Thyroid, was bought by the drug company Actavis for $25 million.  I recently finished a batch that I had on hand since May of 2014 and was doing quite well with no side effects.  As soon as I started a new batch that I purchases in October of 2014, I noticed the difference within a few days: I started itching, being warm and lacking sleep.  Before I was sleeping very well regularly while now I'm having a lot of trouble.  I think that I will be looking for some other alternative after I see my doctor, preferably Nathroid, and Westhroid.  Why would Actavis change the composition of a good product and make it worst?  After being a 'happy' individual with Armour for several years, it's time to move on."


"Worked well in the beginning, felt better than I had in years with the exception of nausea the first couple days.  This medicine does NOT sit well on an empty stomach! Cleared up the fibro fog, had not felt so awake in 6 years.  This did not last though.  Eventually felt normal except minus the fibro fog but with continuous migraines.  Felt like I was having PMS constantly.  Did not see any relief from pain.  Very emotional and cold chills. "


"Works great for me.  25mg usually is enough but I'll take 50mg if I've been drinking.  With 100mg I can cut a diamond in half but the sensitivity goes away.  I get them online  which I found after days of research I pay $1 for a pill versus $30 with my insurance plus insurance told me only 4 pills a month.  I get blushed in the face sometimes as the only side effect for me.  The pill lasts about 4 hours."


"I had my first dose. A day ago. I didn't and haven't had any side effects, Didn't even feel the needle, I'm an emotional eater. I eat if I see them eating in a movie. Good commercial, someone putting on a recipe, read a book that has food in it, eat breakfast, between lunch and supper, and bedtime. One thing I've noticed is that, today, I have not thought about food, I'm not hungry. Even with seeing food on tv. So I'm wondering if this also works on your mind.  Dr.put me on it to get my sugar down, it was 11.3, 10.4,  9.5. 8.3. And now my a1c went back up to 9.3. And I been battling my weight, and my Dr.is also a Weight loss Dr.   So feeling great, and I feel different, but seems like my mind has different thinking of that makes sense."


"Plan b one step does not work. It's just for people like you to spend money on and it's a waste. It's a rubbish drug."


"I went on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for about a year & I can honestly say my face cleared up tremendously. The only downside was that I experienced crazy emotions & mood swings. I unfortunately ran out & wasn't able to refill my prescription for a couple weeks. As soon as I went back on it & for the past year I've had the worst acne I've ever had. Cystic as well as scarring I've never experienced. I tried to stick it out to see if I would get the results that I had when I first took it but it hasn't gotten any better.. I'm now switching to Gianvi & hoping this will make my acne better."


"Started 12/18/15.  Female 221lbs 5'6  42 yrs  old  1st day took 1 pill at 7:30am was sick all day stayed in bed. Day 2 1 pill 7:30am tried to do my normal daily routine  was so sick. So I have stopped til after the holidays  I have to much to do. My side effects are  nausea,  headache, sweats,dizziness , I could feel my heart beat speed up.  I really want this to work. I have tried so many things over the last 6yrs and nothing works  I was doing a workout plan for a 3 days a week for entire year lost only 5 lbs with 1000 calorie a day."


"I have had anxiety disorder with some symptoms of OCD for most of my life. This medicine works wonders. I feel so much more calmer with it. I feel a little slow after taking it but when you have high anxiety your "slow" may be the average persons "normal". It is certainly worth a shot. I am a 250lb man and I only take 300mg with great results. Never tried a higher dosage yet."