"I started taking this a little over 3 weeks ago, the first couple of weeks I had lost 6 pounds, no cravings or hunger whatsoever, but a few days ago, all of a sudden the cravings came back and my hunger, I've hit a plateau, and like I said I'm starting to get back to my old eating habits, hopefully this is only temporary and the better results come back soon.."


"I was prescribed this pill by my gynecologist, and it's free with my insurance. Prior to taking it, I had visited this website and read the reviews on it, and I was TERRIFIED. I was so nervous to start the pill, but I knew that everyone's body is different so I just had to try it, and EVERYTHING IS FINE. I only had the mild side effects that are generally anticipated on any brand- slight nausea for the first few days and some discharge for a little more than the first week, and currently breast tenderness. I just finished the second week of my pack, so I can't say that I know I'm adjusted yet, but for anyone who is nervous like I was- don't be afraid to try it, you can always change it!"


"If I could give this shot 0 rating I would. Lets start with I've always had a normal period before this unexplained side effect of a shot. This shot was administer to me in April and I didn't stop bleeding until July 31st. After doing my own research and taking matters into my own hands it has finally stopped. I went to the doctor countless of times trying to figure out how to stop the bleeding. I took (BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES) if I could type that in bold letters and in a bigger font I would. When I tell you on the first day of taking it the bleeding was much lighter and on the 5th day it was gone. All I took was one tablespoon daily."


"I was diagnosed with severe PTSD, have struggled with eating disorders not specified, and major depression. Two years ago I began taking Pristiq after having tried Lexapro, generic Zoloft, Zoloft, and even Prozac. All of the previous medicines had horrible side effects like weight gain, night sweats, hallucinations, and mood altering capabilities. Pristiq was the first medicine that made me feel "normal again". I got on it, began taking it steadily and not drinking on it. I was relieved of anxiety, weight gain and depression. After my boyfriend found out I was on it, I quit cold turkey due to some inhumane remarks. I DO NOT suggest coming off it suddenly EVER! I went downhill so fast; Pristiq truly is a miracle medicine!"


"I suffered from depression for about 3 years after a bad breakup that caused me to have low self esteem. I lost myself and didn't know who I was anymore and became suicidal. After that I knew I needed help. I'm now on Celexa, I don't stress like I used to. I'm just a happier person I never have suicidal thoughts anymore. I'm not 100% yet but I way better than before. I'm about to graduate college in 2 weeks and I feel like I have a purpose now. Celexa saved life."


"Started to feel ok the first week but once Doctor upped dose to 3 mg all heck broke loose . Massive anxiety panic attacks and loss of sleep . Felt like I was loosing my mind ."


"I have been taking the med for about 3 months, it worked fantastic for the depression, the only down side was some urinary discomfort and a lower than normal sex drive, which was isolated after stopping the med for 3 days. Other than that the med was very effective. Much more so than most of the others I have tried."


"Started victoza 2 months ago.     I was great at first.   Got up to 1.8 mg.  After 3 weeks got so sick ended up in hospital  with 2 bags saline and anti puke meds. Told to lower does then go back up so I did.    And 4 weeks later I'm back to cramping and puking and diarrhea, burps that smell like rotten eggs.   The first time this happened I thought it was because of salad .. Tomatoes tasted like rotten fish.   Now come to think of it.  The salad and seafood.  And this time I just ate. Seafood again. I  guess better not do that any more.  I would love a bullet in the head right now the pain is horrible ... Lost 23 lbs so far.   I hoping I can hang on for a few more months with now serious effects of it. Getting the gastric by pass..."


"Recently I had a hemorrhagic stroke and afterwards I was having the worst headaches along with some anxiety. My doctor prescribed propranolol 20 mg per day.  I started taking this medication last week and yesterday I began to feel as though my speech was more clear and my mind wasn't as jumbled. I have been experiencing the dizziness, but checking my blood pressure on a regular basis. At this time it's just nice that other people are able to understand me when I talk.  Unfortunately, my headaches are still occurring, but not as intense. My anxiety has seemed to decrease.  Since this is only my second week taking this medication, time will tell."


"So I got the nexplanon 6 months ago. The insertion wasn't bad. I didn't bruise either. I got a period about a week later and then nothing for 5 months.. I have been bleeding for almost 30 days now!!! My doctor said use a birth control pill to help the period become consistent. I mean doubling up on hormones is just a great idea, right??? HELL NO. I started taking Mononessa on top of the Nexplanon a couple days and it has been the worst decision ever. I feel so nauseas I can't focus. I just want to puke. The nexplanon also gave me bad headaches. But with the Mononessa it's worse. The bleeding is a little better now but what's the point? I'm on two birth controls. As soon as I stop Mononessa the bleeding will return. Removing nexplanon soon!!"


"Hep c from blood transfusion at 1yo.  Lived 41 years with the virus with no symptoms whatsoever and virtually no liver fibrosis.  So avoided any treatments (due to side effects) till Harvoni came along - decided to go for it. Was a bit anxious at first , but now in week 7 and absolutely No side effects at all.  I Go to gym as normal etc etc. 1 month viral load test showed undetectable load. It's truly a miracle drug if the virus remains undetected forever.  Feeling optimistic about the future!"


"I had my Nexplanon implanted about two years ago. Implant was practically painless. My arm was very sore for two days after implant but I figure it's less painful then giving birth. I have had NO PERIODS since day of implant, no arm pain, cramps, weight loss/gain, or mood swings! I'm scheduled to have a new Nexplanon in 2015."


"I have fibromyalgia and suffered with anxiety and migraines also menopause is setting in. More recently I had an mri and they also found a syrinx ( cyst  like in my spinal cord) in the neck area. I have taken anti depessants before and have reacted badly too them. Amitryptiline 10mg at night was offered to me to help with sleep and pain. It's great, I sleep through no more toilet trips or lying awake all night. I have an interest in life again I had become quite house bound but I'm up and about even walked round town which I haven't done in years. It's only a small dose and it's worked brilliantly."


"I got the shot on July 2nd. The day I got the shot I had experienced sharp cramps in my stomach! Not even a week later I started bleeding, not like my normal light bleeding. This lasted for over a month!  I stopped the heavy bleeding on August 15th!!! And now, I am still bleeding, just not as bad. This is like a brown slime. Its nasty as heck! This is the first and last time I will ever get that shot! Its ruining my attitude, I am never hungry, and I am dropping weight like no other! Not to mention my sex life!! I am going in on September 4th to talk to my doctor about trying something else and to see how we can stop the bleeding once and for all!!"


"Took Cymbalta and for a few weeks. It seems to help with the pains of fibromyalgia but I had hot flashes that got so bad it made me crazy. Also my fiber fog got really worse, I couldn't concentrate anymore and forget sleep, to hot to do that. I finally gave up after 9 weeks and stopped cold turkey. No sleep for a few days but now after 2 weeks back to myself. I guess Cymbalta is not for me."


"I have had the implant for 9 months almost a year now and it has been amazing. At first yes the site of the insertion was bruised and it hurt. Felt like I couldn't move my arm freely for a week, but that is to be expect. I had my first period for a week when i normally have it for like 5 days and it was rather heavy. After that the next two months I had only spotting but no periods. It wasn't that big of a deal to me. After those two months my bleeding stopped completely and I haven't had it ever since. No period happy me lol. Well and it works as a birth control obviously I have not gotten pregnant and it has been my only form of birth control. Overall, i feel the same, I look the same, I weigh the same, and I act the same. Pleasant exp."


"Was prescribed for cough from bronchitis.  At first I was reluctant to take it as it said it caused drowsiness as I am hypersensitive to meds.  I finally got desperate enough to take one and was actually able to sleep in my bed after 4 nights in recliner.  It has now been 6 weeks and I still have coughing fits if I don't take the Tessalon.  I am hoping this will eventually go away.  The only thing you might consider a side effect that I have had is that I have these crazy dreams.  Not nightmares but just craziness.  Thank goodness for my doc!  :)"


"I have been on Topamax for about four years now. I think the drug works however, I have developed Kidney Stones. I guess I am one of the few that do but I did therefore, I am seeking other drugs. As most have stated, my taste changed and anything with carbonation was terrible for the longest time. I eventually pushed through the changes and now everything pretty much tastes the way it should be on the medicine. I have allergies so the headaches I experience are mostly caused by that (which is why I think I have been pushed up to 200mg a day). Just a forewarning to everyone... When they say drink water DRINK!"


"I live in Uk and having all treatment under the National Health Service.

I have RA, fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis, blepharitis and interstitial lung disease ! Blimey I hear you say quite rightly. I say it every day.

I take hydroxychloraquine in conjunction with methatrexate and etanercept and they seem to work well together. However since my methatrexate was reduced ( due to continual chest infections ) I have notice recurrance of swelling and pain has increased. I am now on 80 mg of morphine ( MST slow release ) x 2 per day and oramorph ( instant effect morphine ) for breakout pain. Docs told me that they know the three meds work in conjunction with each other but they don't know why ! Who cares - give me the drugs. Hope this helps."


"I have had these 4 times. Every time I have the worst nausea for the full two weeks, sometimes they even actually make me sick. I can't sleep, I can't eat, i am very weak and have flu symptoms and have also lost a lot of weight in the short period of time while being on these tablets.

I agree with no drinking as I have previously thought I could get away with one drink but it is a big no no. I'm 19 and this is my 4th time being given them for pelvic inflammatory disease, however they haven't improved my symptoms what so ever I think they are the worst antibiotics you can get. If you are offered them I would suggest you ask if you can have an alternative from all of my previous experiences!!"


"This did work for me, but I experienced quite a few of the side effects including memory problems, taste alteration, insomnia and shaking hands.  It does work, but I found it difficult working while taking this and unfortunately taking time off was not an option."


"It says it takes 6-12 hours to kick in but it did not work for me until 17 hours. I huffed and I puffed and I blew that stuff out."


"Ciprofloxacin was prescribed by my hospital and urologist for a six week period. Muscle stiffness and bone pains as side effects, relieved by drinking plenty of water. Relief of testicular pain very slow. If condition does not considerably improve will seek to to have site drained."


"I have been on Apri since I was 18 years old..I am now 24. Using apri, it has always done its job in regulating my period and keeping me obviously from getting pregnant and I have been happy with that. However, if you have a sensitive stomach I recommend something else. I am going to be changing my birth control soon due to the fact that when I take my pill... couple hours later I vomit uncontrollably until its ran its course though my system. I've tried everything I also work in the medical field so I have tried things even beyond the norm. Yet here I am 6 years later still with my head in the toilet. If you dont have a sensitive stomach this birth control is excellent, if you have digestive problems or sensitive stomach, I do not recommend"


"Plan B one-step worked on me. I waited roughly 18 hours before I took it and it worked great. The only hard thing to deal with were the side effects. I had bloating and cravings and that first week was just the worst...but then I got my period."


"I started 150mg of Wellbutrin XL in Jul 2013 due to feeling very unmotivated, depressed, tired, and hopeless. After a few days I felt good, and by the second week I felt better than I had in several years. I increased the dose to 300mg in Oct because I was starting to feel down again. It helped a lot but by Jan I was very irritable/angry/bitter, so I lowered the dose to 150mg and restarted 40mg of Prozac and the anger subsided. To address some side effects: inability to fall asleep (went away after 2-3 weeks), increased libido (awesome), pretty much the same appetite (no weight loss or gain), vivid dreams (sometimes disturbing), more emotional (but not crazy/extreme), constipation (moderate-severe), sensitivity to caffeine (must avoid)."


"I started on Victoza 3 weeks ago.  0.6 for one week and then increased to 1.2.  The first week was horrible.  I could not keep anything in my stomach.  Doctor told me to drink lots of water, but I could not keep that down either.  Now, at 3 weeks, I no longer experience any bad side effects, "yeah".  I have lost 10 lbs and look forward for losing more.  I have seen a decrease in blood sugar during the day, but mornings are still high.  So far, very happy with Victoza."


"I have been taking this medication for 6 months, so far it is working ok with no side effects."


"I was at work one night and my gallbladder ruptured on me. That was the worst pain I have ever experienced! The pain was so bad that I was drifting in and out of consciousness. Was airlifted to a trauma center and had emergency surgery. They couldn't do it the laparoscopic way because they had to do the surgery in a rush to hurry and get it out. Was given Dilaudid through IV every 4 hours after surgery. Was very helpful! Didn't feel any pain at all because it pretty much knocked me out."


"I was constantly getting sick or an infection from it, leading to increased number of relapses. It gave me cystic acne from my bellybutton to my knees, a lot of nausea, and I suspect it affected my lung function, but they quit testing that side effect. I also mentally did not feel like myself somehow. I felt so much better and like myself again after coming off of it."


"I have had diagnosed Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome since 1991.  Years of problems.  I tried Metformin the first time around 1995 and it did nothing.  I had weight loss surgery in 2010 and got to just below 200 lbs.  Hormones actually got worse with weight loss and a year later to the day, I had a full hysterectomy.  6 months later my only ovary started kicking into overdrive.  Crazy hormones, cravings and of course ruptured cysts...all the time.

Doc decided to try metformin and said it could be different this time.  After a week I noticed great results.  2 weeks in I got so nauseated that I thought I had the flu.  Then the headaches.  They tried to diagnose me with migraines at the age of 42.  It was the Metformin."


"I had Mirena for over three years now and I love it. I haven't had one problem with it like pills that gave me migraines. I don't have any periods if I do it only last a day if that sometimes its only a few hours. I would recommend this to anyone. This is the best birth control I ever had and trust me I tried most of them."


"I have severely cracked fingertips and this tape is the only thing that ever helped.  I got a new Rx for it and now cannot find it anywhere!  I have been searching for three weeks, thought I had it through CVS but received a call today after another week of waiting for it to arrive in the mail that it is unavailable.  My fingertips hurt so much they wake me up at night throbbing. I don't know what has happened with this tape but it was great!"


"Please, do not be afraid to get this because of the bad reviews. Please remember people tend to write reviews only if theyou have bad experiences. I'm writing this because I almost canceled my appt because the bad reviews freaked me out. IT'S NOT THAT BAD. So I had mine inserted just over an hour ago. The insertion cramp was not that bad, and it went away after a second. Since my appt I've had very minor cramps that feel like period cramps. I'm also back at work!!! I'll write another review after a few months on how well it's working. Please don't not get it because of the bad reviews. It wasn't awful. And I could kick myself for almost canceling my appt because I read to much."


"This is a wonderful medication. I am so happy I switched from Adderall. I find the focus and concentration to be awesome. Without a doubt it is the cleanest feeling ADHD medications on the market. If you have co-morbid anxiety disorders, this is the medicine to go for. I always felt anxious on Adderal or Ritalin, but the Dexedrine is so smooth that I find my anxiety is being helped! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who has ADHD, especially when others have caused increased agitation. I believe this is the best ADHD medicine on the market."


"This drug was perfect for me.  Was on it for 15 years and A1C was down to 5.8. Never had any problems.  New doctor comes into the group and puts me on januvia which I cannot tolerate and has driven A1C and fasting levels up higher than ever. Trying to get back on glimepiride."


"I have been on this medication for about 10 years, since first getting diagnosed. Initially, they wanted me to take three times/day-I was a zombie. So, the rest of the time, I just have taken to sleep. Not really effective anymore for that."


"My depressive thoughts and ideation increased a lot within 2 weeks of starting. I called my Dr and tapered the dosage and they ordered extra small doses so my body would not be shocked. If you feel like you are having increased depression daily after starting this medication please contact your medical team and ask to taper off."


"Just started this inhaler, Dr. only put me on it for a week.  Then she will change me to another type with no powder. But I love the way I can breathe now. Its amazing to me, I CAN BREATHE."


"I had this medication about a month ago with no side effects. This time I have theeee worst nausea and headaches. I did take it on an empty stomach and I took excedrin. My birthday is in 1 week. And I can't drink while on it. It's my 21st btw"


"I'm now about 10 weeks pregnant horrible sickness was in ER for dehydration they prescribed me Zofran for the nausea. It works great its fast an effective I just don't like the side effects I've had horrible headaches and can't go number 2. I'm grateful to have the sickness feeling go away but I don't know if I can deal with the headaches."


"I was on the Nuva ring from 18-20. I took a break from it and went on the mirena. Now I am back on Nuva ring and it was nothing like I had experienced the first time. CRAZY PMS. Tender breasts, weight gain, mood swings where I don't even recognize myself. I don't know why I all of the sudden am having negative side affects with this medication when I didn't before. The only plus is, my periods are really lighter. But honestly, I think I'm done with it. Worst birth control experience I've had. Not a fan of the crazy."


"Okay, so, I never thought I'd ever write one of these reviews, but, here goes. I asked my doctor about phentermine after having a very hard time losing weight (under his monitoring) for 4 years. I'm young, only 27 and 5'4", so it shouldn't be this hard. I started on 15mg back in May of 2015 clocking in at 210lbs . With complete diet change, and moderate/high level exercise 3x a week, I now weigh 145lbs. I feel incredible and the effects of the phentermine act mostly like a glorified appetite suppressant. It doesn't really do much itself, but it does enough to keep me aware and on point. Maybe that's all I needed? No side effects AT ALL. Then again, 15mg is less than half a normal dosage. I love it. 10/15 more pounds to my goal!"


"I seen this online and had to try it for myself. I suffer real bad from restless leg and been taking two different pills for at least 6 years and it wasn't helping me at all. I get restless legs during the day and at night and been miserable and cranky. So I call my doctor and he gave me a sample pack to try and the one I tried are 4mg and the patches are for 24 hour. Today is day six and have not had one episode of restless legs. I can cry that I'm so happy to have my life back. You must try it.....I promise it does work. I've tried almost everything out there. No I can relax and sit with no problem."


"I read so many scary things when I started Lexapro for GAD but I was so desperate to get my life back! I tried Zoloft and it had a really bad effect on me. I switched to Lexapro 10 mg after two weeks on the Zoloft and it took a bit for the Zoloft to leave my system (maybe a week)? After a couple weeks on Lexapro 10 mg I went to 15 mg. After one week on 15 it was like a light switch went off in my head. All the anxiety is gone.

I had a lot of start up side effects most notably increased anxiety, lack of appetite, waking up with panic attacks and just feeling like crap. But at that point where it kicked in, all that is gone. I feel better than I have in years!!!

Not the right med for everyone but give it a chance to see if it works for you."


"I been on this medication for about a month it real does help. I take 100 mg in the morning and 100 mg at night. Where I work sometime you sweat but I've noticed  that the sweating has increase a lot. That is the only problem I have."


"So I've had a yeast infection maybe 3 or 4 times. 2/4 went away by themselves. The first time I used Monistat 7 and felt fine. Today i bought Monistat 1 with the egg and as in writing this in bed at 2:40 am,  all I can think about is how much itchier it is!!!!!! OMG. I just wanna scratch. It's so uncomfortable and I cannot fall asleep. When I used the 7day it worked. This one better work."


"Dentist prescribed this after having 4 wisdom teeth extracted... this was a lifesaver.  Not only did it help the pain but it made me feel really relaxed and I was able to sleep very well through the pain."


"I started this pill three months ago (what a mistake!) Not only has it messed up my skin but I have been a hormonal wreck. Other side effects include breast pain and severe headaches! I do not recommend taking this pill, especially if you are looking to clear your skin."


"I'm with everyone else -- I've used Drixoral since 1985.  Nothing else has worked.  I don't know what I will do without it.  Please bring it back!"


"First of all I'm so sadden by so many horrified stories on this blog.  My heart goes out to you all. I am on day 9 with Avelox. My doctor prescribed other medicines for this bacterial infection and bad cough that I have for three months now. The first 2 days were horrible for me on Avelox. I was throwing up all night, heart beating fast, severe itching.  By day 3 I felt great and my side effects now are not as bad, minor itching now.  But I must say this medicine does work for me. It also has cleared up my skin on my face and I had blisters on my hand big one's that also has cleared up. So I'm going to do a refill on this and continue this medicine for another 10 days.  Good Luck to all that had bad experience with this medicine."


"I have had migraines most of my 67 years.  5 yrs ago I found a Doctor who prescribed Depakote 250 mg.  My migraines decreased from one per month to maybe five in the past five years.  Taken in combination with sumatriptan succinate tablets (only when I feel the onset of a migraine) I have a life mostly without pain."


"This birth control has been horrible. My regular bc was discontinued so the pharmacy gave me Junel since it is the generic. Junel has made me feel so bloated and has made my acne get worse. I am definitely not buying another pack and will be switching to another pill."


"Just started on it. It worked very well then did not work at all. Upped script to 50 mg and is working again. When it works it works so well. I am very hopeful.no side effects."


"I'm 26 and I switched from a combination pill to Nora be and I hated it. I was on it for 7 months and at first it was ok for the first 2 months then I started having 2 or 3 periods in one month for 7 days At a time. I have had extreme mood swings,depression, and major weight gain. I don't use scales because they are discouraging but if I had to guess I would say I've gained 15 to 20 pounds if not more. I eat healthy and exercise at least 2 to 3 times a week. I have decided to try out a diaphragm. I'm done with hormones. Ladies these hormones are no good for us. Even though they are effective for birth control its not worth emotional and physical distress. My advice try a non-hormonal method."


"This drug really works, but you should be careful if you excersize or somehow get busy and forget to take a lunch/snack break while at work.  I recently had an exprerience where I was backed up at my job working at a steel mill and experienced dizziness, rapid heartbeat, "the shakes" etc.  I recognized the symptoms as low blood sugar and immediatly stopped and drank a low glucose energy drink.  My symptoms went away after 10 minutes.  So be aware. "


"I've been taking this medication for two weeks now.  At first a half dose of the lowest dose of 2.5 mg.  I've experienced side effects immediately.  The most troublesome is the overall fatigue and extreme nausea.  I just moved to a full dose of 2.5 mg last night.   Today my nausea has increased horribly.  Last night extreme and violent vomiting.  I'm sick to my stomach, weak and some shortness of breath occurred last night and still remains.  I noticed improvement in my symptoms in a few days and now they seem a bit escalated for my breast milk reduced and now seem I'm producing more than ever.  I also experienced blurred vision this morning in my peripheral vision.  Not a fan of this medication.  #feeling horrible"


"After the death of one of my relative,my whole world changed. I thought it was due to my emotional nature.  I started having panic attacks, lack of interest, unusual feeling of fear, lack of appetite, was not able to look after myself or my family. I thought that I was going to die.I t was all unbearable. But believe me lexapro is really great .After 8 weeks, I started feeling my normal self. Mild side effects: yawning, tiredness. But it may be due to my illness rather than the medicine effect. After taking this medicine, I got my strength back. It has saved my life. Just give it a try and hang on there for at least 2 months. It can really save your life too."


"Was fine for about a year taking it. After that I was experiencing aura migraines, horrible painful cramps landing my in the ER. And HORRIBLE skin. Before going on it, I had some pimples here and there but it was out of control with cystic pimples. Went off of it, and my skin improved within a month. Rare to get a migraine. Much happier to be off of it!"


"I began Saphris after a 4-day stay in the hospital for depression.  Received no info on warnings or interactions.? At first, things seemed fine; neither good or bad. By the next spring, I found I could stay up without feeling tired for 24 hrs. By that summer I felt like superwoman, now having the ability to easily go 3-4 nights without sleep or sleepiness.  Explain this to the psychiatrist, he DOUBLED the dose of prescribed Saphris.  I had 4 car accidents that year. All my fault but totally unexplainable. I did not feel inebriated. My mood darkened and by November I tried to commit suicide. I spent 9 days in ICU.  I can't explain why I tried suicide. Saphris side effects continued. I took myself off it and within a yr, all side effects gone"


"I took 1 tablet at 12.30pm, it's now 17.14pm I hear the cramps usually start around 5 hours after, I have had one BM but that was through serious pain and felt  (lodged) sorry for the tmi. . had no "serious" cramps, a few mild but as expected with laxatives! hoping it stays like this and I'm able to pass BM normally again within the night! busy day 2moro!"


"Been taking this pill for 7 months and no change in blood sugar tests."


"I had migraines with auras and the entire left side of my body would become numb, and only being 16 it was extremely frightening. I went to many different doctors until I was put on propranolol- and all of the auras and numbness went away. I occasionally get migraines with just the pounding but to me that's nothing compared to what it used to be."


"I'm 58 always kept in shape and ate well but LDL was still elevated. I'm not sure if it's coincidental but I have more energy, better in bed and have not had an a-fibrilation episode since I've been on 10mg daily.  I know it sounds like a commercial but that has been my experience. My main or larger arteries are clear of plaque but I may have had blocking of the smaller ones and the Lipitor may have helped clear them. Or I'm just lucky."


"I'm 5'10 female and weighed 210 lb. I've been taking this a week and I've lost 6 lb so I'm now 204 lb. I was put on the 18mg for one week and from today I started the 37mg. No cravings for sugary snacks or drinks so far and I'm eating 3 meals a day. So far so good. I will update again in a weeks time."


"I've been on this birth control for a little over three years. I started taking it after painful periods. I probably have gained 15 pounds since I started taking it but I'm also 3 years older and glad I don't look like a teenager anymore. In the beginning I took the brown placebos but I stopped and just go from one pack to the next without taking them so I haven't had a period for awhile. I'll have my mood swings sometimes but I had those before being on bc. Other than that I love it."


"Helped with cough.  Didn't notice any negative side effects,  unless you consider having diarrhea a negative side effect!"


"Not the most pleasant medication to receive but I'm not a zombie after my seizures stop and it works fairly quickly."


"I just got diagnosed with IBS and was given Bentyl to get rid of the worse cramping pains I ever had. It worked great but caused severe panic attack. Had to switch"


"I got on depo in April and a little bit later around may I noticed weight gain in my arms not so much my stomach in July I went to take my second shot and every since the second shot I always feel bloated I have gain extreme weight in my stomach and face . I have always been thick but never had a tummy now I have a gut . I'm always hungry irritated all the time and the worst mood swings. "


"I am on this medication as I get migraines with an aura...preferred something I had control over vs an IUD.

No major issues- no acne no weight gain no pregnancy. Regular period.

I have to take this pill at the same time everyday  (more than 15 minutes off can cause period to come early or not at all). That is my biggest complaint however set an alarm on your phone to remind you and you should be fine.

I notice my PMS symptoms are much worse since starting this pill  (moody, nauseous, sore breasts and bloated 1 week before period). My cramps are worse on this pill than before however completely manageable."


"I am not sure which Impant I got but I am sure it is the Nexplanon. I got this may, 2015. I had a period for at least 2-3 months, straight. I have went from weighing 150 to 220 pounds. I have experienced major mood swings, feeling really

low about life, horrible cramps, headaches all the time. I still have irregular periods. Sometimes I bleed for 2 weeks or more straight or I bleed for 4 days, stop for a day and continue bleeding. Sometimes I dont even have a period. Everyones body is different and react to birth control differently but I recommend you not get the implant. I had an awful experience with it. I get it taken out in 7 days and I am looking forward to it. I have talked to others and they have a awful experience with it as well."


"I am a mother of a 4 year old. I have had the Mirena for 4 weeks and today is my 1st check up. I've gained 7 pounds and I'm in the process of losing it. I haven't had my period since getting the Mirena but I have had symptoms as if my period is coming like tenderness of the breast spotting and discharge and cramping but NO PERIOD. So far I love it and recommend it to anyone who does not want kids for the next 5 years or so. "


"I WAS on Abilify for more than a year. then it got prohibitively expensive. (over $250) I was on 15mg. It made my rage and aggression more manageable. I think this is a MIRACLE pill. The only side affect that DIDN'T go away, was the restless leg syndrome. If you can afford this medicine, take it, it's GREAT."


"Was on Janumet for 8 years, kidney function had gone down and wanted a change. 7.2 A1c on most recent test before starting Victoza. Started .6 and am now at 1.8. Blood sugars are running twice as high from my Janumet, Was between 90-200 before. Now 170-300. Have lost 7 lbs in the 6 weeks and no negative side effects. Really disappointed in my blood sugar readings and will be looking for a change soon if results don't improve very soon."


"Did not work"


Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

"Midodrine does not affect postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, you need a beta-blocker for that (I am on Propranolol) which keeps your heart from kickstarting the fainting reflex that POTS patients are very susceptible to. Midodrine saved my life, it allows me to literally get up off the floor and get on with life.  I have been on it for 10 years, it has a very short life span so I take both medicines every 3 hours. I am able to function quite well, not super-duper, but I can do most things.  If it ever is pulled off the market I will literally be going to another country."


"I am 17 years old, I've always had a problem focusing in school. Eventually I was taken to get tested and I did in fact have A.D.D . My doctor started me on 50mg of Vyvanse. My first day taking the pill was amazing and so was that whole 2 weeks. Its now my third week on Vyvanse and I've been having rapid heart rates, blurred vision, and feeling very jittery/shaky. I'm curious if my dosage is too high for me. I'm also afraid that if I get my dosage lower that it will no longer work for me. "


"After being on Tri-Nessa for at least a decade with no problems, I was switched from Tri-Nessa to Low Ogestrel because I was experiencing very heavy bleeding during my periods. The Low Ogestrel did fix the heavy bleeding but at a cost. I've been on L.O. for 6 months and have been experiencing depression, mood swings, acne on my chin and pimples on my scalp.At first I attributed these things to the beginning of menopause, but after really thinking about it, it just seemed too coincidental that these things began when I began taking a different pill. This morning I googled "side effects of Low Ogestrel" and am finding pages of stories just like mine.  I already have a call into my dr. and will switch pills."


"I have PCOS and fibroids.  Had a tubal ligation during caesearean with third child 7/21/09 which lead to 10 weeks of bleeding and spotting.  Had d&c in December 2010 then mirena inserted for treatment of heavy menstrual flow.  Of course my periods go heavier, not lighter, but somewhat predictable with help of period tracker app.  Once my period hit day 47 in Oct 2012 I had it removed and my period started that day.

Since I had the mirena removed my periods have become normal"


"I've been on Otezla for 4 weeks now. I've had partial clearing on arms and chest. Still have plaques on my legs, but not as itchy as before. Scaling has been reduced. I do have 3-4 bowel movements a day, mainly in morning and afternoon. Have not had nausea or headaches. No depression either. Some minor weight loss. I'm happy with the results so far and hoping that this is the answer. Been dealing with psoriasis for over 40 years now. Started on scalp, but over the past couple of years the legs have been the worst. Been using creams and UV light. The UV light did work at first, but then seemed to be ineffective. Never had the desire to use injections."


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"I started on Elquis for 2 weeks I did have some side effects like bleeding easily when hit, bruising the I stopped.  The dr said if I didn't take it I was subject 2 a stroke. He convinced me. I had been off of it for about a month, cause I just stopped it. Well I'm now back on it and have no side effects at all. GO FIGURE"


"I started taking Nexium about 10 days ago and had instant relief."


"I am a 56 y/o female who had gained approx 100 lbs in the last 10 yrs. . I was on phentermine which helped me lose 40 lbs. but then it stopped. I couldn't get under 208 lbs. I did my due research on Belviq and got a prescription. I had to jump through some hoops to get it approved but it has been well worth it. I've been taking it one week now and my appetite has decreased. The first few days I learned that I was still overeating even though I wasn't hungry- I am having to retrain my thought process that just because it tastes good doesn't mean I need to keep eating if I'm not hungry. As with any diet pill you still need to modify how you look at food- need vs want. Belviq is definitely the beginning of a beautiful journey!"


"Type 2 diabetes:
This has cured my type 2 diabetes.
When I went to the hospital ER I was extremely thirsty and just wanted to run around in circles cause I was so full of sugar in my blood. I had ketoacidos. I stayed in the hospital for 3 days and they got my sugar down to normal. It had been 480 in the ER. Well they gave me pills to take and they were very hard on my system. One day I went to an Indian pow wow, as I am 3/16 Cherokee. I met a woman there who was selling medicines and asked her what she had for diabetes? She sold me herbs in a plastic bag with instructions on it. I followed the instructions and never had to take the pills again. my AC1 is 0.6 absolutely normal. Took 30 drops in hot water 3 times a week. I am cured!"


"Prescribed after experiencing breakthrough bleeding on another oral contraceptive. I gave it a fair go - 4 or 5 months, and I can't seem to get adjusted. Mood swings are more severe, experienced a 10 lb weight gain, feeling considerably more anxious, extreme breast tenderness among feeling nauseated a week prior to period start date. Of course, everyone experiences this differently but that's my story. Will be discontinuing this on month end."


"Never taking this again. I took two pills around 6:30pm. Fell asleep around midnight, but kept waking up to terrible cramping that it assumed was my period coming. I woke up for the fourth time at 3am and heard a strange noise from, I assume my intestines. Rushed to the bathroom and made a BM but it's borderline diarrhea....been sitting here for the past 25 min, to make sure it's all finished. I'm going to grab a bottle of water soon after this so I can rehydrate.."


"This is my second month on this pill, about to be on my third. I've been on a different birth control before this one for two years. I don't remember the name but I was super moody. I had bad depression ever night. I would cry for no reason it was so bad. So they put me on a low  hormone and it was this pill. And so far I haven't been moody at all. Just one time I got all my emotions in one night and cried for two hours. But other than that I've been okay. I have gained weight, but most birth controls do that. But my only problem would be that I get really bad cramping stomach aches about everyday. Like after I eat or before I eat. And it's just a terrible pain. But I like this pill 10x better than my last."


"I just got off the medicine after a 10 day treatment for C. diff that I got after a week in the hospital.  Here's a hint.  Ask for it in liquid form.  I took it three times a day and the liquid goes down easy and doesn't taste bad at all.  I have been off it 4 days and I still have the metallic taste in my mouth.  Will be glad when that goes away."


"inferno below.
Crying. Crying. Can't escape.
One star review."


"The effects were almost immediate . Calmer , depression lessening anxiety not as bad.  appetite gone nausea and fatigue only side effects."


"Had no side effects. "


"I've smoked for almost 20 years and lately, I've started smoking up to a pack per day. I LOVED the vivid and nightly dreams but hated the nausea. I called my doc and asked for Zofran to counteract Chantix. I take it 30 min. prior to taking Chantix. Let me tell you...I have not gotten sick ONCE, since!!!!! SCORE!!! I also LOVE that you just simply lose the urge to want to smoke! You don't have to fight yourself to NOT light up! Totally worth it! The dreams...are a  BONUS!!!!!!"


"My doctor (a psychopharmologist-one who specializes in medication) started telling me about Belsomra 2 years ago.  I have acute insomnia and no drug ever worked. He explained how Belsomra works in a completely different way than any other drug for sleep.  He also explained that it took 2 years to get FDA approval because Merck (the manufacturer) was NOT willing to have it classified as an addictive controlled substance when the fact that addiction is far less than on any other drug for sleep.  The FDA also had issues w/ the dose-studies show 15-20 mg is optimal.  Merck finally "caved" to both issues but if you're taking 5-10 and it isn't working, ask about increasing it.  Works for me!"


"I've been on about three different birth controls to regulate my heavy menstrual bleeding, the first one made me bleed the whole month, the second worked but my doctor was worried that such a high dosage especially at 15 wouldn't be good, the third I was on gave me my period every other week. Going onto Loestrin 24 Fe was really great, everything has gone well and I've been on it for over 8 months now and the only side effect I've had is the missed or light periods, they worry me. Other than that I would totally recommend this pill."


"I've been taking Sprintec for almost two months and I've noticed that I've been eating less and feeling full faster. I already lost 3 pounds! The doctor told me I may experience nausea or spotting but so far I haven't and my period has been on time! I hope it stays this way though!"


"I will never take this product again.
Yes, it does relieve the constipation, but the BAD side effects are not worth it.  I was sick for 5 days.  Read the label and expect the worst."


"Worked for 6 years no problem.....then got pregnant."


"I've been on Arimidex for 10 weeks. Although I had arthritis prior to taking Arimidex, my joint discomfort has increased substantially and now I find that my joints (especially my hands and hips) are swollen and always painful. My fingernails have thinned and continually split and tear off, often below the quick (ouch!). I'm also disheartened to notice that my eyebrows and eyelashes, which had just grown back after my last chemo session, have started to either break or fall out again. Bone and muscle pain are always with me now."


"I've taken Provigil in the past for over 8  years due to severe IBDH & shift sleep disorder.  When Nuvigil came out on market, my neurologist gave me samples to try.   I found it AMAZING & much cleaner version, as I don't notice significant side effects.  Most importantly - the abrupt feelings when it first "kicked in" in the mornings and sudden halt from wide awake to severe sleepiness. Less agitated and very clean even transition from its predecessor Provigil!"


"Didn't do bad on .06 the first week but still had a strong urge to eat. Had diarrhea and headaches. Then I started 1.2 two days ago and today I was so nauseated I prayed to vomit. Then I started vomiting and it won't stop. I take medication other than victoza every night at bedtime including metformin and a few minutes ago I threw up most of my pills from last night still intact but swollen. The food from 4 days ago smelled like roadkill. I fear how long it will be before someone dies of an overdose from old medication in their stomach not digesting in time for future doses. It's been more than 20 hours since I ingested anything but water and a vanilla breakfast shake. I will not be taking my regular meds tonight. Victoza is out!!!!!!"


"I was on Celexa for a year and it wasn't working for me. Then my doctor prescribed me Zoloft and it's my fourth day taking it and I love it. I finally have a clear head on my shoulders. And for the first time in a long time, I don't feel depressed at all. I would highly recommend this to anyone who suffers from depression."


"I have just started using Adipex (phentermine) and it has been 10 days and on the 8th day I had already lost 13 pounds. I was 246lbs now I'm 233lbs. I am going to continue taking it until my doctor tells me otherwise. I love it and have recommended it to my other overweight friends. To all the big girls - there is hope."


"I have gotten Botox for migraines for three years now.  The migraines went from every other day to one per month, the shots are not fun but quick and worth it.  I do have some drooping of both eyelids and occasional blurry vision that lasts about 30 min.  I am on the lower dose- 18 shots.  I tried twice the dose one time and my neck and back of head were tight and sore for a week.  Went back to the lower dose."


"I have been taking this product for three days. My worst and only side effect now is that it makes me feel so tired. I can't take it in the morning so I have started trying it at night. Can't wake up very well in the am but it beats the pain I had before I started it. I was so impacted I could barely bend over."


"I am on my first month of taking this birth control. As many others, I was taking Ortho tri cyclen for 5+ years and stopped when I wanted to see if it was affecting me mentally (anxiety, mood swings etc.) and now my insurance doesn't accept it so this was the next best thing. I was nauseous the first 2 weeks and a couple days it was absolutely miserable! My breasts have grown and my boobs hurt constantly! I was getting bad acne before taking the bc and now my face has definitely cleared. I will stick out the nausea and breast pain and continue on month two, but if it continues, it is not the right birth control for me!"


"I have been taking Deplin for 18 days and I do notice a slight change in my depression/brain fog and energy levels. I think it is being inhibited by my Adderall withdrawal but am hoping it is helpful since I've tried many medications and nothing has really helped."


"Doctor switched me from Viibyrd to Brintellix. I was on 10 mg. of Brintellix, but went down to 5mg as my heart was beating way to fast and my new lenses in my glasses went way bad on me. My eyes still aren't back to normal, but will give this medicine another chance at a lower dose. I could not go to sleep with the 10 mg. my brain would not stop thinking, my legs hurt so bad and I just tossed and turned all night. Now on 5mg I go to bed when I get totally tired ( midnight ) and get up around 8AM.I lost two married daughters in 2011 ( four months a part ) to suicide. Brintellix gave me headaches to begin with and caused blurred vision, but both are subsiding now. Just give this drug a good try. It may be just the perfect drug for you."


"I had Kyleena inserted today, just 8 hours ago. This was the first IUD I've ever had, and I have never been on other birth controls (other than condoms). I've never given birth.  I never really had period cramping, so I knew going in that this could be painful. The LPN sounded my uterus, which brought on like 2 mild cramps. Next she told me to take a deep breath in and cough. I panicked and asked "when do I cough?" and at that time she inserted the device. I had maybe 3 or 4 sharpish cramps, but it was not the unbearable pain others have described it as. I had some cramps throughout the day, but mainly in my back. Overall, I would rate today's pain as a 3/10."


"I've been on Lexapro for about 2 weeks and I feel amazing! Not only has my anxiety decreased but my mood swings have also decreased. I'm experiencing some night sweats but that's nothing compared to the anxiety attacks I was having before. I've also noticed that I have little desire to smoke cigarettes and no desire to drink anymore. Lexapro has given me my life back! Taking for depression due to Bipolar."


"I have been taking 10-mg of Paxil for over 20 years and began taking it after surgical menopause in my late 30's. Having dealt with depression/anxiety on and off since I was young, this really transformed my life. My career was very demanding and I was able to have a successful career until retirement a few years ago. I am a professional who worked under very strenuous circumstances and without this medication could probably not have done so.  I did not gain weight but have been an exerciser most of my adult life which, incidentally, also helps a great deal with depression. Everyone is different and so is their reaction to medications. This is why it is so important to have a Dr. who continues to follow you."


"I have always had heavy and very painful periods.  After being diagnosed with endometriosis and a partial hysterectomy due to huge cysts, I was told that using this would help lessen the endometriosis.  I have been bleeding since July, 2015.  I had the IUD in August 2015, I've bled ever since.  Instead of having my period 7 days a month, I'm lucky to not bleed for 2 or 3 days a month.  I always have cramps.  My bleeding is not heavy, but it's enough to have to wear a pad or a tampon constantly.  My sex life is pretty much non-existent.  It's very frustrating.  I don't know which is worse, having heavy painful periods or having a period that never ends."


"I had went to my family physician thinking I had the worst yeast infection ever cursed on any woman and found out I had a bacterial infection after being prescribed to take 4 Tablets of the metronidazole 500 milligram I promise you I have never felt better in my whole life it had to of cleaned my whole body, I felt like I was 18 again!(I'm 35) in the mornings (which I am not a morning person) I would wake up and spring up out of bed after taking the 4 Tablets before I would be groggy until at least 10 a.m. I definitely had a positive experience with this medication and would recommend to anyone anytime if needed!"


"I got my Skyla installed on July 13 the pain when it was being placed was awful I felt like I never wanted to even experience labor pain the whole night I felt awful the next day was better haven't stop spotting yet over this weekend me and my boyfriend finally had sex no pain but we started to play around him tickling me me moving around and for the last 4 days I've had the worst cramps I never had cramps before it feels awful like if it had penetrated my uterus can't exercise or do much because of fear of messing the device I'm going for my 1 month check up and I might get it removed"


"This pill is great for me! I've tried the shot, nuva ring, ortho tricyclen, seasonique, so many birth controls and each one caused spotting or bleeding every single day over about 2 years unless I was not on a pill. I also still had extremely heavy periods with them. On this pill I spotted for about the first 15 days then nothing. My period was the lightest it's been since high school. Lighter than high school so I'm very happy to finally find a pill that works. I was just about to give up."


"I have been on this Medicine for exactly 7 days and have lost 7 lbs...I haven't had any side effects everyone talks about. I heard everyone complains about being sick and I am wondering if they have quit Drinking while on this pill?

I have cut my calories down.  I am also a part of the CONTRAVE Scale down program.

they sent me a scale that using WIFI to tell them my weight everyday. Being Accountable is a good thing.

I dont understand how this pill works but it does its magic on me and I am VERY HAPPY !!

Anyways everyone dont give up."


"I have used Bydureon for 2 years. It has been a God send. My A1C has went from 10 to 5.2. I watch my diet and exercise daily. Over the holidays I did eat more sweets than usual and my A1C was 5.8. So it has been a wonderful drug for me. I don't use insulin anymore. the only complaint I have is I get hot flashes like menopause. I am well over menopause by my hormone tests. I wonder if I am the only one with these hot flash symptoms? I call them my "Bydureon hot flashes""


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"Decided to start Ortho Tri-Cyclen to improve menstrual cycles, PMS symptoms and acne that have grown increasingly worse over the past few years. Been taking it for the past month and I haven't had any nausea - a big plus. (I'd make sure to eat something before I take the pill though) Also, no spotting at all. But I have had deep fatigue, more moodiness/depression, and especially breast swelling/tenderness lasting almost the whole month. However, now I've started my period and have had no cramps, only light bleeding and my energy is back. I think my acne is getting better, though time will tell how much Ortho helps. Long term benefits should outweigh the temporary discomfort, but every woman's different. You'll have to see if it works for you."


"I did get a bit dizzy so I would take this at bedtime and did at first get a faster heart beat but may have been cause I read all the crazy side effects online.  This medicine did work for me.  Had an awful case of tonsillitis.  Be sure to read the package and how other meds (even vitamins) you may be taking can alter the effects and increase chances of side effects."


"The best to ease the stress"


"I love Pristiq. Upped from 50 mg to 100 mg and it works better with 100 mg Seroquel XR. Better than Zoloft and I'm now almost feeling normal. No side effects at all."


"I started taking 10mg of amitriptyline in December of 2015 when I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis. It takes away the constant sharp burning pain I was having along with the constant urge to urinate. Once in a while I will have a flare up of symptoms but even then my pain is very minimal. The only side effects I've noticed are that it makes me drowsy in the first few hours of taking my dose. The first month or two of taking I would experience extremely vivid nightmares, but those have subsided to simply being vivid dreams some of the time. I've also noticed that if I forget to take it one night I have difficulty falling asleep, and some anxiety similar to the feeling of drinking a little too much coffee, which is tolerable."


"I got my Skyla IUD put in 3 weeks ago. I have continued to take my birth control pills (as directed from doctor) to help decrease cramps and bleeding. I haven't bled much at all. Cramps have almost about killed me. I get sharp pain cramps to where I can't breathe or it will make it hurt more. This pain is almost unbearable. People who are interested, just know it all matters on how your body is and how much pain tolerance you have. I am scared of childbirth after this small procedure. I think Skyla is great and I hope it is worth this pain. Just be prepared for good or bad. My best friend got one and she is better than she has ever been. No cramps. No blood. So it just matters on your body."


"stress incontinence--piss pants at gym when working hard
inability to reach orgasm-- can't get over the edge and blue balls
overall it works, starting a stream is no problem and can empty but now
going back to low dose cialis and put up with painful balls"


"I feel like someone pepper sprayed my lady parts!  This stuff is like molten lava melting my insides!  This product cannot have been tested on humans unless it was developed to cause pain!  So incredibly painful!"


"I am so scared "


"it's helpes me lots I'm currently on 300mg"


"I have been on mononessa for two years. I started on it while young and then switched to implanon which I absolutely hated, but after being back on the pill feel so relieved! I rarely have skin breakouts, my cramps used to be awful but now hardly have them if any at all. Only downside is dryness, but nothing lube can't fix!"


"I think Opana ER is a GREAT pain medication. On a 1-10 pain scale, I went from a 6 with the MS-Contin to a 3 with the Opana.  I get more done around the house (I can prep, cook, and clean, as I could only do 1 of those things continuously with the MS-Contin) so it does its job in that respect, but it has never lasted 12 hours. It seems to wear off in 8 hours on the dot.  And when it wears off, you don't just hurt, you feel like total crap.  Usually you don't feel like that as soon as a pain medication wears off but with this, you do.  If I get my dosage raised to 3 instead of 2 a day so I don't have to go through the yucky stage, I can't help but wonder how I'm going to feel when I come off as I have only been on it for a month."


"I started taking Xanax over ten years ago for my anxiety. I started with .5 mg twice a day and ended up at .5 mg every 4 hours and still felling like I needed more as I was addicted. I had one heck of a time weaning off. I now take 1/2 of a .25 mg tablet every 3 to 4 hours when needed for my tinnitus. It works to lessen the anxiety caused by the constant ringing in my ears and I try some days to take it only once or twice. It has worked great for me but I suggest being very conservative with your dosing because it is very easy to build a tolerance and form an addiction."


"I had a tear in my retina and needed to use a good eye drop after my laser surgery. I started using these drops and experienced horrible cramping and diarrhea. My doctor said she had never heard of that side effect but when I googled the active ingredient, it’s used as a laxative! I’m stopping today and finding other drops."


"I had nexplanon inserted April 2015. At first it was okay, hardly had my period. By the end of July I began having stomach pains, I felt like I was pregnant. Luckily I wasn't, but the stomach problems persisted for a couple of months! Finally the stomach problems stopped, but I began having anxiety and slight depression. I was constantly having panic attacks and weird mood swings. One minute I was okay the next I was happy or freaking out over nothing. It got to the point I didn't know how to cope cause I've NEVER had anxiety OR depression. I even saw a therapist, and was prescribed Xanax. I started to feel like there was something very wrong with me. I realized it could be implant!! Getting it out in two days! Stay away!!"


"I have taken both the 75 mg and the 100 mg Viberzi,  When I started on this medication, 75 mg it worked somewhat.  My diarrhea was slowed and the stool more solid.  However, after being on it for a month or a little longer the benefits decreased.  I went from having 3 to 4 bowel movements a day, to having 6 or more.  Usual pattern was first movement was the most solid, the next ones were more loose and runny.  My doctor increased the strength of Viberzi to the 100mg.  Same basic issues...worked good at first but after using for a while, I was back to having 6 or more movements with the first one the most solid.  I am again trying the lower dose as the cost of the 100mg was way too expensive, even with Medicare and my supplement drug plan."


"This drug had no effect on me except for a very strange taste in my mouth. I stopped taking this after 3 weeks. I was on a low dose. Will go to specialist soon to discuss."


"Been on it since February 2014, at first when I got it, I had my period for 3weeks none stop then my GP gave me some medication to stop the bleeding,  since then my period never came back which is good.  But I moved to a new country and I think of climate change, I had my period for two weeks but they eventually stopped.  Down side is my sex drive is out of the window, I am not as 'wet' as I used to be, making sex uncomfortable. After sex I get some spotting each time. I haven't noticed any weight gain as I was already overweight when I got it. No acne or moods,  but still crave my chocolate"


"I've been on this pill for 7 months. I'd been having hormonal issues so I thought a pill with less estrogen in it would help. Perhaps I am allergic to this pill. It upsets my stomach. The last few months it has been like I have diarrhea. After every meal I have an urgent need to use the restroom. My period has been unpredictable, heavy at first, then it lightened. One month I didn't get one. Now it's average in length but my back aches & I feel tired. I break out twice a month with mild acne. I have a 3-4 day window where I feel like having sex & my body will respond. Other times I want to have sex, but I am dry and my body is slow to respond. I am moody, easy to cry & anger. My boobs itch, I get bloated and I'm losing hair like crazy!"


"I find this new antidepressant the best I have tried so far and I have tried so very many.  I give it 95/100, only because it gives me really really bad hot flushes through the night which wake me up and I toss and turn and get hot and cold - all night."


"I missed two doses of Xarelto and had a Mini stroke which doctors say came as a result of the missed doses.  You must take this medicine every day. It does not build up in your system over time."


"Lotronex has given me my life back.  Before I could not leave my house, missed significant amounts of work, did not want to eat (lost a lot of weight), and became depressed. I took Imodium like it was candy. With my Dr. we tried many different medications and changes in diet, but nothing worked. Lotronex was the last option and it was the best decision I could have made. The benefits by far outweigh the risks of taking the medication. I have been taking it for years now and they just released a generic brand. It has worked so well for me that I could not be happier to be able to have my life back."


"I have used Alli for approximately 4 years to control weight from getting worse. I depend on it being diabetic and it has now been recalled. I take up to 4 x 5 pill servings of high quality fiber but without the Alli I am having a horrifying time with bowel movements and rectal bleeding. The bleeding was going on while taking Alli but is worse without. I know there have to be others like me that need to relate as well,and that IS POSITIVE!"


"My experience with Paragard was horrible I had heavy periods, outrageous cramps, acne, mental issues due to the implant because now that I've had it removed I feel excellent.  When I had it removed there was rust on the copper. I do not suggest anyone has Paragard implants ever. It was the biggest mistake that I ever made having the  implant put inside of me and I am so grateful that I finally had it removed."


"Been fighting alcohol dependence for 5 years now.  Finally went to ER and they detoxed me for two days with Librium.  Best thing ever!  Thank God for this medicine because it really works!  Now to find a good program for myself and maintain my sobriety.  Please never give up! You can do it!"


"I hope my review can help someone that's considering trying Accutane....

Im a 24 year old white female, I've had acne on my face/shoulders ever since I can remember. A typical breakout for me would consist of about 10-15 pimples and blackheads on my nose and chin area. I've tried everything from antibiotics to creams/face washes. Nothing has ever helped me. When I turned 18 I decided I had enough with the acne game and decided to see a dermatologist. I was put me on spironolactone 100mg once a day. I took spironolactone for a few years and yes, it did help a lot. My face was finally clearing up and I was happy with the results. Fast forward 6 years and my acne slowly started coming back. I was getting breakouts on my cheeks/forehead and my blackheads were still present (mind you they never cleared up on spironolactone).
A friend of mine started Accutane and saw amazing results pretty quick. I never thought I could get on Accutane because they say  "Accutane is used to treat severe nodular acne". And while I had what I considered severe acne...I never thought it was "that bad". But I decided to go back to my dermatologist and ask about it. My Dr. was extremely supportive and agreed that I was a good fit for Accutane since prior remedies were proven no longer affective.
I've now been on the drug three months and I just can't express how happy I am with it! Within a month my blackheads were gone!! That right there was amazing to me. My face is no longer oily and my "breakouts" are down to about 3 pimples (which will eventually become zero!). I haven't experienced any weird side effects. I started using moisturizer on my face DAY ONE. I think that was very important because I've never had any bad dry patches on my face.

My daily facial routine consists of:

CeraVe Renewing SA Lotion: applied to my face as soon as I get out of the shower in the morning (face still wet) or after washing my face at night. Works very well under my make up.

I wash my face with Dove bar soap morning and night.

For my lips I use Lanolin cream. WORKS WONDERS. Can be purchased at Target, grocery stores, Walgreens...

As a conclusion, I'm extremely satisfied thus far with Accutane. My Dr. is recommending that I take the drug for a total of 6 months.

I would be happy to answer any questions some of you may have! Just try it !"


"I was in a bad car accident over a year ago, and had and STILL have terrible migraines after suffering a concussion. I will tell you now that out of all the steroid injections (16 in my neck, and base of my skull), physical therapy, different pain medications, nortriptyline has helped me the most. I still have headaches here and there, but it's not every day and I'm not calling out of work every other week. Since I have been on it, I haven't called out of work. I have about 2-3 headaches a week, but instead of rating the pain a 8,9,or 10 I'm now in a pain range of 3 or 4, sometimes 5. I may be taking this drug for the rest of my life, but it beats waking up in pain everyday."


"I used to be prescribed oxycontin, and became very addicted to pain medicines. I take Klonopin now after detoxing to keep me straight, and take the edge off. This pill keeps me satisfied as far as wanting to use an opiate (pain killers), because I have a very strong mental and physical addiction to opiates."


"I just started Adderall 10 mg for a new diagnosis of narcolepsy. This is the first time I have ever stayed awake through a movie, and been able to sit and read without nodding off. I am still my normal, calm self. But I just do not have the compulsion to sleep. Very helpful."


"I've been on Rytary for 6 weeks. I take it 3 times a day, 3 pills at each dose. It is unpredictable at times. There are days that I get a full 6 hour benefit without wearing off. But food creates a problem with its effectiveness. There are other times that I'm on an empty stomach, but it does not allow me to have mobility until it kicks in. Other times it kicks in right away, then there's a period not working so well , and then it works again at the 5th hour. I'm really studying all the variables such as my sleep, food intake and stress levels. If I have stress, Rytary ceases to work. Perhaps I need to increase my dose. I'll discuss with my doc this week. But overall it has been much better than Sinemet which gave me 2 1/2 hours."


"I have been on Microgestin FE 1/20 for a couple of months now, and it's absolutely fantastic! I switched after 6 months of Lo Loestrin, which caused me to gain 10  pounds, constant spotting, and worse acne. With Microgestin, my periods are actually regular, and even lighter. I had horrible cramps that I used to have to miss school and work because of, and now, they're almost nonexistent! Zero weight gain, I've actually lost 7 pounds, and my acne is gone! Love this pill!"


"I had Implanon inserted in June 2015 and currently still have the implant. I have experienced so many body changes that it urged me to look up the side effects. I found all of these posts and can't believe it!!! It all makes sense now! I have gained almost 10 lbs, have less of a sex drive, feel like a crazy person, my hair stopped growing, and worst of all I have my period randomly with spotting alllll..... the time! It's hard to have sex or want to have sex when you're bloated and spotting 3 weeks out of the month! I am over this! I'm getting this out ASAP!!! Thank you ladies!:)"


"I started dilantin in 1974.  About 25 years of taking it has given me peripheral neuropathy. No Dr in all those years told me that it might do this to me. I am changing over to Keppra  but the damage is done. My balance is off and for PAIN I take lyrica. If dilantin works for that's great, but we should be informed that neuropathy might happen."


"I had three cardioversions.  One last 6 years. Another lasted 1 year and the third one lasted only a week.  So, I headed to a hospital in Nashville to explore my options.  The new cardiologist suggested a 4th cardioversion, but follow up with Tikosyn.  I was afraid of side effects, however I continued on with the plan.  After 17 days, I went back into Afib.  I decided to stop using caffeine to see if it helped. Within 48 hours of eliminating coffee, I was back in rhythm and have been so since.  I have no side affects and my exercise routine has dramatically improved. Very happy with the results so far."


"I have never personally taken this medication. However, my mother recently was prescribed to Marinol after other medications provided no relief from chemo induced nausea. Her first dose took about 3 hours to kick in (which is a long time when you're nauseated) but after that she's been a brand new person. I'm guessing it takes those first few hours to get fully in your system. She takes it twice a day and has had little to no nausea."


"On my 4th day of Adderall XR! I just bumped up to 20mg today, and let me tell you, best ADHD drug I have ever taken! One, I feel happy and content. Two, I am a ton more focused! And three, I can sit on my couch and just chill or go out and play basketball with my friends or basically do whatever, my motivation is amazing! I tried Focalin XR, Concerta, Strattera worked for a year, then just stopped working. But I asked my doctor to let me try this medicine, and that is the best choice I have ever made. No insomnia but be ready for a loss of appetite. I lost 8lbs. in the 4 days I've been taking this. As long as it keeps working as it is, I can see me being on this for a long time."


"This drug worked great.I was about to lose my job. At first I had very little side effects that didn't bother me. It stopped the loose bowel movements and the stomach pain every time I would eat. Had hard lumpy poops still no pain and a lot better than worrying if I was going to make it to a bathroom. After a year and a half not sure if it was cause of PMS (which never had an problem, a little crabby nothing more) I had a severe panic, anxiety, could not think almost psychotic. So cut my dose in half for a week and then stopped taking it and four days later IBS is back. DR is going to try something else but if it don't work I'm going to go back and risk the mental issues."


"I have been on this pill for about 7 months, and the only side effect I've experienced is that I no longer get my period at all. I've been to my doctor who says that this is completely normal. The reason I started taking Minastrin is because I had very severe period cramps that often caused me to throw up and pass out, and since I've stopped getting my period, obviously this problem has been solved."


"I remember coming back here in my darkest moments and you guys reviews have always provided some kind of relief so i promised myself i would get back to share my experience.

Well,  long story short me and my girlfriend had a condom mishap on day 5 after her period. Meaning I cum in her on day 5 of her cycle. Realising my mistake I bought her a generic version of plan b which she take 2hours after the deed....
One week later she had her period...  Meaning she had her period two weeks before she was due
.. Well after huge relief we moved on with our life until when the day of her next period came and no period was to be seen...  We panicked again and her period ending up coming exactly one month and two days after the bleed caused by Plan"


"I started saxenda on May 21, by June 23 I have lost 20 lbs. I walk 3 to 4 times a week about a hour and I stopped drinking sodas. I just got my refill today I hope the next 20 come off as easy."


"I'm writing this because as I do more research to try to find a new BC, I realize most people leave bad reviews!  I had been on Ocella for almost 10 years when my doc recently told me it's known to cause blood clots.  Until then I had otherwise a good experience with it.  I think the most noticeable things I can remember or slight dryness and a decreased sex drive.  But no emotional turmoil or headaches - which is what I'm facing now.  I miss Ocella!"


"I started this medicine on November 4, 2016. I weighed 286 pounds, stood 5'5". This was the heaviest I have ever been. As of today, 2/20/17, I'm down to 194. I have more energy now then before. My cravings have changed so much. At the beginning, it was bad. Couldn't eat more then 2 or 3 french fries. No caffiene. Felt dizzy, light headed, and just plain weird. That only lasted a week or two. I eat normal food, just so much less, and not the same rubbish I used to. Food does taste different, but it's for the better. I don't crave sweets, or fried foods. I'm so happy with the way I am now, and am still taking it."


"After trying Zoloft and Lexapro, without any success and made my symptoms worse. Luvox helped me getting my life back, the best medicine. I feel MUCH more in control of my OCD. Excellent.. even when I feel sleepy sometimes as a side effect.. its worth it!"


"I have been using the Nuvaring for almost a year now and I absolutely love it. I keep mine in for the entire month and usually replace it without allowing myself to have a period. I feel as if the pros definitely out way the cons. It has proven to be 100% effective and it is so convenient for my crazy schedule. I have experienced around 25 pounds of weight gain. I was only around 110lbs when I started this birth control so the weight gain looks healthy. My breasts are very tender most of the time and they have doubled in size. I am a little more tired then usual and sometimes have dizzy spells. I do think it is very convient not having to worry about taking a pill everyday and I feel very healthy. My sex drive hasn't suffered much either!"


"was told I needed knee replacement on right knee, not bone on bone yet but close. Had my first injection 12/13/16. Injection was not painful because it was injected slowly as it is thick, only felt pressure as it was almost done. Second injection was a horror as person injecting just slammed whole thing in and I was in severe pain could hardly walk out of office. I just had my 3rd injection yesterday and person who gave me first injection did it with no pain. I have felt no real pain in my knee since 1st injection so far. Dr said theres 6cc's of fluid that is now in joint so it may feel like your walking on a bubble. My issue is I'm having very bad back pain which I'm not sure if that is related to injection or not."


"Over the year's (I'm 75 now), I have used Vicodin 5/325mg for a range of things: had stable fracture of spine after a fall, broke one shoulder in 3 places, and the other a couple year's ago.  Have chronic back pain and if gets bad get an prescription for it.  A few surgeries:  prostate, hernia, gall bladder, several dental procedures/surgeries.  In each and every one of the mentioned cases, the Vicodin has been the pain management of choice. It frustrates me, that after a doctor prescribed a couple of times, they are reluctant to further prescribe, siting the addiction factor. I've heard that doctor's tend to UNDER PRESCRIBE because of this."


"I had been taking tramadol for my severe knee pain but started taking lortab and they work so much better."


"I got the implant a year & a half ago. for the first 9 months I loved it. I didn't have a period at all for those nine months, which wasn't weird for me because beforehand my periods were very rare anyways (my menstrual cycles got crazy after the Depo shot... and stayed crazy for over a year). After the nine month mark, my period came back, which was fine... except it NEVER stopped & if it did stop, it was for maybe 2 or 3 days, then it'd be right back.  My doctor suggested taking the pill on top of the implant to regulate my periods. it worked for a month, then stopped for 2 months altogether. & now it's back with a vengeance, the worst cramps & heaviest bleeding I've ever experienced. Such a hassle, I'm getting it removed tomorrow."


"I have had no problems with trulicity other than weight loss. I have been taking the injectable .75 for 8 weeks now with absolutely no problems. I'm not sure of my A 1 C as they are doing it February 10th. I have found I have absolutely no appetite and have to force myself to eat or even remember to eat as I always seem to have that "full" feeling. Dr also has me on the once a day dose of Januvia and glipizide. I'll update on my a1c when it's checked again. Thank goodness for my insurance paying anything that has to do with diabetes, as between Trulicity and Januvia, it would break the bank!"


"I have had the most positive experience with Generess Fe. I have been taking it for over 2 years and couldn't be happier. I simply feel like myself and have not had any issues adjusting to it. My body did not react in a negative way and I have not had any problems with weight gain. I definitely recommend giving it a try if you're curious about it. Also, their savings card really does work and I never pay over $25/mo for my prescription even though my insurance does not cover it at this time."


"Xanax is a miracle. Just recently prescribed Xanax and Lexapro at age 33 for generalized anxiety disorder and I can honestly say that I am back to my old self. I have only had 2 panic attacks in the last 6 months. I can sleep all night without waking up, I am much more laid back, I am calm and not worrying all the time. I would definitely talk to your MD about both of these medicines if you truly have an Anxiety disorder.  Both have been a life saver for me and my family."


"In August 2012 my migraines suddenly got disabling! It was constant and horrible! I saw a neurologist in early Dec. and he ordered Gabapentin, starting at 1 pill and then increasing weekly up to 4 pills. It's mid January and I am still only taking 2 pills because I am always tired and a little nauseated. I need to increase it though because, as another reviewer said, it makes everything "muted" but not completely. I have had some migraines but nothing horrible like before. So for that reason - this medication is wonderful! But I have one side effect that I wonder if it is from gabapentin - I feel extremely mean and annoyed. It's very noticeable to my family. Has anyone else had this side effect?"


"This medication is incredible. It has changed my life. I use to sniffle and have a consistent stream of mucus flowing from my nose due to environmental allergies. This has completely changed how I feel. No more itchy red watery eyes, mucus, or overall discomfort. I can work without a tissue box nearby! If you have terrible allergies I do think it's worth a shot. Also I do advise you to take it in the evening as it might make you drowsy. The medication states it works for 24 hours but realistically it's about 18-20 hours."


"So I have been taking this medication for a little over a month for various reasons.  I have very thin hair and recently got worse...and also my acne.  I tend to break out here and there with small pimples in my chin but because I was stressing I got cystic acne.  It got so bad I wanted a doctor as soon as possible.  Within a week of taking the medication I noticed my skin clearing up...my cystic acne got smaller.  However I am noticing that I have lost significant weight ...almost 8 pounds already.  I am already thin so I didn't want to lose anymore.  I also had chills one day and even puked when I was on this medication.. This only occurred once so I figure it was fine. SO far it been ok , for hair I haven't noticed much difference yet"


"My 10 y/o has been taking this medication for 4 years now for his ADHD and anger/aggression. He hasn't had anger problems for some time now. Now we use the medication to help him maintain better focus, and he acts less silly (able to take serious situations seriously now) on intuniv.

He also takes a very low dose Ritalin twice a day now, because we noticed the Intuniv helped him focus but it didn't help him stay in his seat. He couldn't keep still without Ritalin. However, his Ritalin gave him tics after a few months being on it. The Intuniv has helped keep those tics lessened, but it doesn't completely take them away. When he misses an Intuniv dose though, his tics are so severe he actually experiences physical discomfort."


"I am a woman nearing 40 who has dealt with a handful of health issues; Degenerative joint disease in both TMJ joints (20+ years), chronic migraines (20+ years), depression (20 years), and High blood pressure (6 years). I have been taking 250mg of Effexor for MANY years. Due to chronic pain my doc increased my dose to 300mg in spring. Since then my life has fallen to pieces. I have such terrible nightmares both at night and when I nap that I wake my entire 2 storey house. I have cold sweats and need to be woke up. I am usually in tears because as soon as I close my eyes I am right back in the nightmare. This goes on night after night. I am in a VICIOUS and scary cycle."


"I was on the same dosage of levothyroxine since 2005 and because I had to get new Dr she took me off of it and since then I have gained 40 to 60 pounds!"


"I was prescribed Terbinafine for a Tinea Versicolor rash across my back and shoulders.  It wasn't very noticeable, but it irritated me in a cosmetic sense.  My doctor put me on a two month Terbinafine plan.  I have taken the medicine once a day orally for about three weeks.  As soon as I started taking it, I felt itchy all the time and urinated more than usual.  Then one Monday morning, I woke up covered in hot, itchy hives everywhere.  It's been three days now, the hives are still there, my upper and lower eyelids are swollen and my hands and feet are swollen to the point of pain.  I'd imagine I'm allergic."


"I was prescribed Sprintec by my OBGYN because I thought I had polycystic ovarian syndrome. My blood tests came back saying I didn't, I continued with Sprintec anyway.

My periods have always come every four weeks on the dot, even if they were light. As soon as I started my first pack (the day my period was supposed to start) I had brown spotting for three straight weeks with a heavy period right in the middle. Then I had two days of no spotting, then a 5 day period. Then 2 weeks with no spotting, 2 weeks spotting, 1 week without and I am currently spotting, as I have been for the last week.

I'm about to finish my third pack and I have not renewed my prescription. I was dissappointed my breasts didn't swell and had nausea the first 2 weeks."


"I went to a baseball game and was severely chilled. Thought I had a bad cold/ allergies which turned into a bronchial infection. After 48 hours of continual coughing, I called the dr. The on call physician prescribed the Z-pack. It's been 8 hours and I'm feeling much better. I've got thyroditis and cannot take decongestants and over the counter medicines. While I know we try to not take antibiotics in order to avoid resistance, I think it is worth getting an antibiotic instead of allowing your resistance to get so low that recovery will take longer and weaken your system."


"Nefazodone was finally the first antidepressant to work for me. Unfortunately, six months into the treatment I started losing my memory and cognitive abilities. It's been six months since I've stopped the Nefazodone and I still haven't gotten my memory back fully. I'm honestly scared right now because it feels permanent. I looked it up online and other people have gotten the same side effect. At first I chose memory loss over depression but then it got the point where if I just took my medicine I wouldn't remember if I took it or not. So I chose depression over memory loss. Now I'm depressed again and have memory loss."


"I have been on this medication for 3 years now - I think I need to up the dose because it is not working that well however it saved my butt a few years ago when something traumatic happened. My dr told me take it and give it 6 weeks and then all the panic and anxiety stopped- it's everything from hypochondriac to 24 hour a day worry about job, health, kids and everything else- I do think it is a lifesaver - I went from 5mg 3x a day to 2 5mg 2x a day - maybe I should go back."


"I have had chronic hives every day all over my body since 1982.  I went to many doctors and had all kinds of tests and no one could find out why.  I researched the internet a few times a year to see if there was any new research done that would prove to be helpful.  Last year I read about  Xolair  After a long discussion with my doctor, we decided to try Xolair injections.  On the day of my first injection, I had a swollen hive 4" by 6" on my back that was very painful. After the shot, it started to shrink and I haven't had one single hive since then.  I am thrilled.  No side effects.  My health insurance covers almost all of the cost.  I am so thankful to finally be relieved of so many years of suffering!"


"The doctor prescribed this along with an antibiotic.  I have taken 3 doses as prescribed and have had little relief.  I have used the OTC Uristat and had more success."


"I am a long-time sinus sufferer. Mucinex is a God send. Mucinex-D works fabulous for the morning and all-day relief. For bed, I just take Mucinex (without the D) so that I don't have the stimulant effect of the pseudoephedrine running through me. Works like a charm to get some sleep. Do not like generic versions. They don't work like the brand-name Mucinex does. Expensive but so worth every cent!"


"I absolutely love this product. I had severe acne since I was 11 and nothing worked on my skin. When I was 14 I tried Clindoxyl gel for 8 months and saw little to no effect. It only made my skin drier than before. I went to my doctor and asked for a solution and she prescribed Benzaclin Gel. I applied it every single night after washing my face and within a month I saw results. My skin was brighter and my acne had almost completely stopped after 2 months of using it. After the third month, my skin was amazing and had no breakouts at all. I started to use the Oil Cleansing Method and my skin was better than it had ever been. After I stopped the Gel, my acne came back within 2 weeks. I am using it again now and my skin is better than ever."


"I had unprotected sex April 9th and took the take action pill less than 24 hours later.... I was supposed to start my period April 18 but when the day came I did not start.  It got me so worried I never thought I'd ever want my period so bad, it came five days later and I felt super relieved.. I also stayed with my regular cycle instead of having more or less days, and was not lighter or heavier at all. My advice is take it as soon as you can and don't worry if you are late by a couple of days!!"


"I also have taken many muscle relaxants, including soma. When my doctor suggested this medicine to me I made sure that it was not a narcotic and habit forming. It is not. This is really been a blessing for me. Still makes me sleepy, but if taken with food wow it works!"


"I started taking Subutex in 2008 after a ten year battle with opioid addiction. Before that I tried methadone, rehab, AA, NA, " Marijuana maintenance  Program", white knuckling it, and tapering on my own. Nothing I tried worked, until I was at yet another bottom my grandmother drove me to a doctor she knows, and I've been sober ever since. The point I would like to make is that the 1st year and a half I was clean, but miserable. The thing that has changed is that I've gotten into a 12 step program with A.A. and now instead of just being clean and sober, I'm happy and recovering. Anyone who takes this route of getting there lives back together, therapy and Rx works, but only for a while. When that doesn't work, try A.A. GOOD LUCK."


"This is my first birth control I have ever been on. I've been on this pill going on two years. It does its job in the field of preventing pregnancy.  The only thing I dislike about it is I get very moody at times while on it,  if I skip a pill and have to double up on it the next night I get a real bad headache! I have experienced weight gain as well, which no girl cares for. But like they all say every one is different."


"I had never had psoriasis until age 50 it came on all of a sudden pretty much all over my body and nothing worked to get rid of it. I started the Stelara injections 10-7-13 and was amazed at how it cleared. I also was using the vitamin d cream at night. Just had my second injection 11-7-13 yet this time it did not work near as well.  The psoriasis is back and getting as bad as it was prior to the first shot.  It's a bummer because the next injection won't be for 3 months. Just so happens had my yearly blood work 10-14 and my cholesterol was 280/170 it has never been that high. I am also a breast cancer survivor and remembered the first time to have them inject my right arm as I had lymph nodes removed from the left side wonder if thatmatter"


"My story is just so similar to so many on here. I have had severe leg pain in my calfs since I was about 10. I would wake up crying and when presented to a Dr I was told they were just growing pains. In my early 20s it got much worse.  The pain was unbearable and the RLS drove me crazy with the not sleeping I was loosing my mind. I was given some tramadol after some dental work and immediately felt the effects of the pain being gone and the shaking and twitching was completely gone.  I noticed that when I stopped taking it, by the next day the pain and twitching would return.  My Dr had no problem prescribing until they made it a controlled substance."


"Added this on along with my Cymbalta 60mg & Abilify 1mg. Took 150mg per day for 2 weeks until I realized I had major suicidal thoughts and ideation. Just out of nowhere. Immediately discontinued and felt better in 2-3 days. Beware of sudden mood changes please! The only good thing about this medicine is that it absolutely kills your appetite- lost 13lbs in 2 weeks. Not worth dying over though- sanity before vanity!"


"Awesome!

Changed my life for the better completely. Side effects are minimal but my mood has stabilized like never before. I wish I was medically compliant earlier.

This stuff has changed my life for the better!"


"After battling facial eczema for over five years, which of course makes one agoraphophic and unwilling to go out to a supermarket, let alone a pub or a nightclub, and with no respite from two different dermatologists in Brussels, I tried Elidel after my Mum sent me a newspaper cutting about a British model who was suffering from eczema and had tried it with successful results. Overnight (!) the redness went away. It hasn't gotten rid of the eczema completely and I still have to use it when I feel a flare-up coming. Elidel changed my life: my facial skin is a "regular" color now (maybe just fractionally too red but only fractionally and nobody would ever comment on it) and I once again go out to pubs and nightclubs in Belgium. 5/5 stars."


"I've had 3 injections of Bydureon now, and after reading all the reviews, I feared I would have some of the side effects that have been described, such as nausea and vomiting, which I would not be able to tolerate.  I am thrilled to say I've had NO side effects at this point, and my blood sugars have steadily been dropping.  Not drastically fast, which may be the reason I've had no nausea, but the drop is noticeable.  I'm very happy about that.  I surely had hoped for  help with weight loss like so many reviewers have said they have, but that hasn't happened yet.  I have not noticed a diminished appetite, really.  I try to walk 2 miles a day, which is no problem with the drug.  I'm happy with Bydureon- just wish for help with weight!"


"I have been on Lexapro for about 2  years now for anxiety disorder.  Works great, still have nervous moments but much better than I would be without it.  Only downside is MAJOR fatigue, can barely stay awake during the day.  Going to try switching it so that I take it at night instead of the morning, but if that doesn't work I'm going to need to change prescriptions."


"I started Lutera mainly for birth control purposes. I have been on it  for about 4 months and I hate it. At first, I noticed I was acting slightly different, even my best friend mentioned it, but I thought it was just my body getting used to the pill and I would go back to normal soon. Since then, I feel as if I am not the same person anymore. I have become increasingly moody, emotional, snappy, needy, dependent, grumpy, and have no patience. I have begun to push my friends away and broken up with my boyfriend. I feel like I cannot enjoy small situations or even a little bit of stress. I made an appointment and plan to talk to my doctor tomorrow about getting an alternate pill or coming off of it altogether."


"Been using it for about 5 months and it has been a miracle worker until recently. A few weeks ago started having random sleepless nights. This week has been terrible waking up after 3-4 hours and feeling wide awake. Not sure if my body is getting used to it but I thought I'd check the reviews to see if anyone else has had the same problem. I hope this is a fluke because Silenor really had changed my life and even though it was expensive it was worth being able to function the next day."


"I have been on digoxin for 25 years for congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation, still going strong with no negative side effects."


"I took this because I was having an ultrasound the next day and my doctor wanted me reasonably cleaned out.  I took 2 tabs at 8pm.  I woke at 4am with bad stomach cramps.  I moved into the bathroom for the next hour, where I experienced crippling stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting (mostly dry heaves as my stomach was fairly empty.  I actually thought about calling 911.  That bad!  I was burning up and sweating profusely - and I typically never sweat. It was the worst I've ever felt in my 56 years. The product worked.  Several hours later I'm still with some diarrhea, and the other symptoms are somewhat better, but I'm never, ever taking this poison again!"


"It works fine, but I still have some discomfort in my eyes and after 10 days of taking it I have develop a constant contraction in my right eye. I will stop using this product and use it occasionally."


"I had back surgery and I also have fibromyalgia. I have tried other pain killers and none of them really worked so for 6 years I lived in pain not having a very good outlook on life I ended up in the hospital. They put me on Dilaudid and my life has improved so much I cannot believe it."


"WOW, I wish I had these years ago.  I have major depression and took to drinking heavily and almost died from it ... I could not sleep.  I ended up in a mental hospital for my drinking and major depression 9 months ago.  The hospital provided 50MG tablets for me and I have never slept so well, I would have NEVER ended up in the asylum if I had access to Trazodone years ago.  I am also on Cymbalta daytime, but Trazodone puts me OUT at night, every night!  I'm one of those folks that do not respond well to most prescription medications, this is the best thing that ever happened to me.  I can clearly say, Trazodone saved my life.  No more need for drinking or any other sleeping aid.  I have been on top of life since I started taking in January"


"I have been taking Nucynta as needed for chronic back pain caused by a congenital disorder for almost 4 months now, and it is a life saver.  Pain control is much better than anything over the counter, Tylenol with codeine, and Vicodin, with none of the awful side effects I get with those pain medicines.  I have been taking it on and off as needed, and I have not developed any dependence.  The effects are greatly improved by taking Cymbalta as well.  Great medicine for me."


"I've been on the Yaz pill for a year and a half now due to problems with my ovaries. When I first started I had my period for 29 days. After that everything has been perfect, my skin cleared and I didn't gain weight or get moody at all. Now I've been off it for two months and I've gained weight, got horrid skin and moody and short tempered. That's my only down side. I've had the biggest problem as a teen its hard to get the money for this expensive pill that not only prevents unwanted pregnancy but also helps with medical issues. I live in a small town with only two chemists and cheapest is $87. 00"


"I was on a chemotherapy for neurofibromatosis type 1 and it made me very sick and this prevented the nausea and vomiting without side effect and swiftly."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"So I've been on this birth control for about three months. In the beginning I was hungry all the time and it really upset my stomach. After about three weeks that was gone and it was awesome. No babies. Easy periods almost no cramps it was too good to be true. Now here I am three months into the pill and I've hit a horrible depression. I've never been depressed. But everyday I cry and get so sad I can't go out and I don't want to eat or do anything. I've diminished. So I've decided to get off the pill immediately. I think I'll stick to the condoms. I would rather use condoms than be overwhelmingly sad all the time."


"I had sores in my mouth, hands turning dark inside and cracking in the skin.  I am tired and I have nose bleeding but not enough for medical treatment."