"I'm a health care professional myself and was prescribed Viibryd for depression and anxiety. This medication is by far the worst medication I've taken. I started taking the recommended dosage with the starter pack. I experienced all the side effects ( nausea, diarrhea, vivid dreams, zaps to the brain).  The worst is I ended up in the ER with a panic attack and these panic attacks have continued. Of course I'm off this medication immediately recommended by the ER physician and my personal MD.    There are too many negative personal experiences with this medication. Even though everyone reacts differently, there is a correlation."


"Wow this medication is effective but is the vilest thing I have ever taken . I felt compelled to write on a review on this website seeing others have been through hell taking that it.

First off started to have stomach pain, bloating, winds and general " feeling sick " feeling a couple of hours after taking it, 24 hours down the line and after having ingested my 3rd tablet I had the most excrutating pain in the stomach that got me to lie down in a foetal position for 3 hours, it felt like someone was yanking my gut out of my body. I had fever and chills and also the metallic taste has been non stop present as well. This stuff has severe side effects, I'm quitting 36 hours into it as it is unbearable "


"It doesn't eliminate all of the anxiety, but it takes the big edge off, enough for you to calm down on your own."


"I have had chronic insomnia for 5 years.  I struggle to fall asleep, and once I'm asleep, I never sleep longer than 45 minutes - 1 hour without waking up.  I take Ambien when I can afford it, so I have to limit myself to only a few times a week. I was given a sample pack of Silenor about a year ago, but the online reviews made me not want to try it.  I was desperate last night, so I tried one 3mg. My heart raced and it did not make me sleepy. I took another half 3mg. and finally dozed off about an hour later. The amazing thing is that even though I never felt sleepy from it like I do with Ambien,  I actually slept for 3 straight hours on the Silenor.  I do have a tiny headache today, so I don't know if I will take it again."


"It has changed my life and my marriage. Thank you."


"this worked in beginning-then gave me insomnia, restless leg syndrome, shakes and more angry.  It could no  longer take it ,I had to get off."


"I have been on this medication for a month and I have lost 6lbs. You may think that is not much, but it is better than gaining 2 or 3 lbs here or there. I had actually only taken 1 pill a day instead of the 2 pills a day the first month. Now that I am on my second month, I am taking the two a day and waiting on the results for next month."


"I have suffered with chronic sinusitis for nearly 30 years. In the past 5 years I have had constant sinus headaches, pain, even vertigo due to ears feeling blocked. I have been on numerous antihistamines, steroids, decongestants, inhalers, and nasal sprays. None have ever been as effective as Patanase. (I use Patanol eye drops for eye irritations due to allergies.) I finally was seen by an allergist that did some skin testing and the results were minimal. I described my symptoms and he prescribed Patanase. Yeah. I am thrilled with the results. I will recommend this any day for someone else who maybe suffering with little or no relief."


"Horrible! I was on it for a month, and quit immediately. I have migraine with aura. My neurologist told me a secret behind closed doors cause he was a cool dude. He said get off all the crap and once the aura comes chug two beers and it will disappear no aura no headache. He swore by it and so do I."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"Third day taking this med, I'm having aching in my fingers wrists and biceps."


"Keeps my blood pressure down. I have been taking it for 5 months, I now have muscle cramps, and have a problem sleeping. I am going to try a new medicine, I can't take the severe cramping in my body."


"This medicine is a God send! I'm 20/F 140lbs and I frequently have pain at the very bottom of my urethra which Azo soothes every time. However it makes me quite nauseous if I don't take it right after eating and it makes my mouth taste strange and chemical-y. If you are considering taking this, make sure you stock up on black panties (or jammies) as it will stain everything."


"Was on this for a year, just stopped last week. I started this pill to help with my cramps because I would be in extreme pain from my periods. Needless to say it fixed my cramps but caused me other problems. Gained 29 POUNDS, yeah 29 & I workout 4-5 times a week & eat pretty well. Redic amount of weight to gain & it DESTROYED my skin. I had beautiful skin, with occasional pimples around my period but this made my skin have acne scars & break out every day. AWFUL. Gave it a 2 because it prevented pregnancy, that's it."


"I've been on Qsymia since Feb. 12th.  I started at 209lbs and am now 192lbs, I'm 5'3" and 66.  I'm getting ready to start on the next dosage 11.25/69mg hoping that will speed things up a bit.  This last month has been really slow.  The cost is just prohibitive. I can only afford another month or so then will have to try and maintain/lose on my own, which I've clearly not been been successful doing.  I've not had any side effects and would continue this medicine as long as it worked if I could afford it."


"Was very depressed and hadn't slept in 4 days. Was diagnosed with manic depression and insomnia. Was put on Wellbutrin XL and trazodone for sleep. They both have been a miracle for me. No side effects from either except for dry mouth."


"I was on it for about 5 "cycles" which is about 15 months. After the first month I did not get my period anymore OR spotting. I have been off of it for almost a year and still haven't gotten my period. For me it was quick easy convenient, I had no side effects what so ever...except the WEIGHT GAIN. I started right after I had my daughter and I was about 215. I am now pushing 270 (don't judge). I fully understand the shot itself cannot make you gain weight, it just gives you more of an appetite but my god, that's a lot of weight in a year and a half. I am also convinced it messed with my metabolism but there's no medical evidence I can find to support that. It's also scary how strong of a dose of hormones it is."


"I detoxed from my methadone for about seven days. I went to the hospital and they gave me clonidine. It did not help my withdrawals."


"I am 68 and have been using Avodart and Tamusolin together now for about a month.  A serious side effect suffered is extreme difficulty obtaining an erection and/or ejaculation.  A minor side effect has been light-headedness.  At my age the serious side effect does not really bother me but being light-headed is a concern in my employment as a transit driver.  I believe the Tamusolin is the light-headedness culprit but my doctor does not want me to continue it much longer."


"I used metrogel for 5 nights. It worked great. The itching and burning were relieved the very first night I took it. I did have to do a sixth dose two nights after the fifth night because the symptoms came back slightly but since then I have been fine. That was a week ago and since then no problems at all. The only home remedies I had tried were the probiotics, folic acid, vitamin D and vitamin C. I also ate a lot of plain yogurt. I think the vitamins and yogurt worked to give temporary relief but ultimately it was the Metrogel that did the trick. Crossing my fingers I don't have a relapse. I decided to use the gel and not the pills so the drugs don't have to go through your whole body. The gel just attacks the problem at the source."


"Nasonex worked great for what it was intended. My nasal passages opened up during the worst allergy season on record, and I didn't want to scratch my face off. I had to stop using it though because it was causing tension headaches and eye weirdness. I even stopped and started again to make sure it was the Nasonex, and it was. Oh well. It's worth trying if your insurance covers it, otherwise it's $200+..."


"I have had asthma as an adult and been treated for it.  I developed a chronic cough several years ago and went to almost every Dr. and test only to hear, Don't know what is wrong with you.  So this syrup keeps me from coughing and dries up the mucus.  I can sleep at night and do normal activities during the day.  If I have a coughing spell it causes me to sneeze and sometimes vomit nothing but fluid or phlegm  I only take 1/4 or 1/2 teasp. and this is enough.  I only take it if I am starting to cough when I lay down for bed.. No worry about addiction for me as I take enough meds. already.  It works for me without side effects."


"I tried Singulair because I have nasal allergies that turn into nasty sinus infections every couple of months. I also have panic disorder, but it's well controlled with medication.

 I was only able to take Singulair for 4 days due to side effects, so I can't say how well it works. It made me so sleepy that I was sleeping 12-15 hours a day, and still tired when I was awake. I haven't had a panic attack in over a year, and my anxiety went through the roof on this stuff. My panic attacks were so bad, I was having trouble  driving. I was also moody and irritable the days I took it. Luckily, all of the negative side effects went away within a couple of days of stopping Singulair. Stay away from this drug if you are prone to anxiety!!!"


"I have been on nexplanon for nearly a year and its the best contraception I have used, periods come every few months and very light, I do get more snappy at times and more cravings before my period is due to start, sometimes more forgetful etc but Im pretty much like that anyway! I suffer with PMD so its helped a great deal &  I feel like I just get normal pmt now not that out of control feeling I used to get, no acne, bloating or greasy hair, result! . It's worth a try if you are thinking about it and it doesn't hurt much when its put in."


"I had previously been on Microgestin which didn't work well for me. I was cranky, tired, moody, and found myself having bleeding between periods. My doctor put me on Apri and it doesn't affect my mood whatsoever. I feel fine, my periods are light and (bonus!) only last 2-3 days. Also, I'm not pregnant, so it definitely works."


"I started opana about 5 months ago, the withdrawls make you feel like you have the stomach bug and flu at the same time. Night sweats every bone feels broken, stomach cramping, strange negitive thoughts that arent real. This medication didnt help at all with my disc heritage, gout, broken foot, sore tooth..first night i wondered if i would make it thru the night. I was on 40mg twice a day 12 hour ER. I wouldnt suggest this medication to anyone. Its hard to require medication assistance just to move, but its even.worse being on a medicaton that didnt help and caused the worst withdrawls of my life. It took 9 days to feel better! Good luck"


"If your living in the USA you have three options with this medication. Go bankrupt, spent weeks in the hospital, or die. It cost me over $16,000 a year between paying for two insurance policies and a drug program. Now it's listed as a vitamin so my insurance will not cover it. Cost per pill $65+, I have to take 3 a week. Now my insurance will pay the $100K it cost per hospital stay. Makes no sense? So far I have chosen not to bleed out. If I don't buy the pill's I'm considered suicidal. They don't seem to care that I can't afford to eat,"


"Wonderful"


"I have used Diflucan several times during the past few years. Usually just one 150mg pill does the trick and I feel relief a few hours after I take it.  I've only had a handful of times where I've had to take a second dose and it was due to being on antibiotics.  The docs know this, so when I need an antibiotic, they will also prescribe a Diflucan "chaser"."


"I had smoked for 30 years. My daughter asked me to stop smoking before my grandson was born. My grandson is now 4 yrs.old and I have not smoked in 4 1/2 yrs. now. I couldn't have done it without Chantix."


"Took it for 27 days. Did control weight for sure. Never had an erection for those 27 days (very unusual). Hypoglycemia in the morning every day. Stopped taking it."


"I did not like it that much because it made me sick, however it seemed to help when I was on it. My face puffed up a bit which I did not like."


"Have been on this med for over six months.  I have unstable blood pressure with occasional surges to between 170 and 210 lasting from hours to a few days.  This drug tends to control the surge peaks better than any other med to date.  Side effects are similar to other posts.  Being sleepy and overwhelming drowsy during the day is an issue.  I can handle the dry mouth but the sleepy issue is becoming worse with time on the drug not better.  I am a 76 year old male.  The drug keeps my pressure between 130 and 160 which may still be high but A-OK by my history. One other side effect seems to be opposite to one post is that I have to go to the BR at least four times each night. I take it between 5 and 6PM."


"I haven't had any side effects taking this drug and it has worked like a charm for my high BP."


"I started taking Hysingla 40 mg about 10 days ago. It does take the pain away about 80% of the time. I wake up thru the night with only about 3 hours sleep.  I also have terrible headaches now. I don't know if any of this is related to my medication as I checked the side effects, but this has only started since then.  You would think taking pain medication I wouldn't have headaches. Talking to my pain management Dr next week."


"Been on Qsymia for 1 month. Although I did loose 5 lbs, it came with very bad side effects. Bad headaches, insomnia, and numbness throughout body."


"I was so nervous, but sooooo sick of taking a pill everyday for 10 yrs! didnt like the hormones. figured I'd try the IUD paraguard. Uncomfortable pinch when put in, but quickly over. and now 8 months later...aside from occasional minor cramping, nothing else changed. Periods were not longer, just a bit heavier for the first few months but now are back to normal. So glad I decided to try this. I feel so free not having to be slave to a pill daily. Would recommend to try and see how this works for your body. it was free through my insurance. def dont miss paying for pills every month!"


"This has helped me for years. Had weight gain when first started but have identified the issues and work towards balancing."


"I've taken this pill for about 2 weeks and so far. My acne has cleared up significantly, I've actually lost weight but my breast size went up by a cup size and my moods have evened out a lot. My boyfriend noticed the difference immediately."


"My doctor told me that peoples' responses break down into three categories: no period, regular period, or perpetual period (for the first 6 months). I got the first one and am so happy with it. My parents (I'm 21) are against birth control so having it in my arm and not worrying about taking a dose of my birth control is perfect. I am very happy about it."


"I have had skyla for a year now, and I am so glad that I decided to go ahead with the insertion. I had always had extremely easy periods until I started college, when they started to get so bad I couldn't leave my bed in the mornings and was missing class. I have a blood disorder so regular pill birth control wasn't an option for me. The insertion of skyla was very painful, however I had never had sex. I was in pain/feeling sick for a week or so after the insertion, but it went away eventually. Skyla gradually decreased my period to where I now no longer see hardly anything in my underwear and I feel hardly and period effects. Skyla has been a lifesaver for me and has drastically improved my wellbeing in college."


"I took this for about a year, about 10 years ago, and I still think it was one of the best ADHD drugs I ever took. I remember many of my nervous behaviors were significantly decreased. For once, I had enough fingernails to actually need a nail clipper!
I actually had less trouble falling asleep at night, and don't recall any problems with appetite. I did have some moodiness, but I'm not sure whether it was the drug, or pre-existing depression.
Another plus is it's not schedule II, so you don't have to try and remember to get your prescription every single month.
"


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I've been on Beyaz for 1 month. It's the first kind I've tried and it's worked pretty good for me so far. The only problem is that I have moments where I get extremely moody. My hunger has increased and I get headaches more often than usual. Also towards the end of the pack I started spotting a lot. Other than that I'm happy with it. The side effects aren't too bad so I can't complain. They will probably go away since I've only been on it for a month and my body's still getting used to it."


"Not sure why all of these negative experiences.  59 years old with osteoarthritis in both knees, bone on bone inside left.  Arthroscopic surgery two years ago to clean left helped with swelling and some pain.  Taking shots every six months in both knees for two years.  Definitely works.........  received my black belt in martial arts earlier this year and never would've accomplished that without the shots."


"I have been on Lexapro for 3 months now. While I still have my moments I feel way more confident and can handle life's curve balls so much better."


"Have been taking this medicine for re-occurring UTI's; I take 500mg four times a day for 10 days. I have noticed that people have put mouth pain as a side effect, to be specific with me my tongue hurt which I found out it was "thrush". Easily taken care of with rinsing mouth out with colloidal silver or you can call your dentist and do what he/she recommends.  I have had the abdominal pain and diarrhea however to relieve me of the UTI this was well worth it."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Suprep works very well. I read prior users' comments before I started, which also helped.  So, on the Monday before the Friday exam, I started eating easier to digest foods and drinking sports drinks (for electrolytes).  On Thursday morning about 2am, I started my "food" routine, alternating chicken broth (cooked from boiled fresh chicken, carrots, celery, onions, pepper and purchased broth), Propel, sugar free jello (from the refrigerated grocery section), lemon-ice bars and green tea with lemon juice and honey.
I didn't have trouble drinking the Suprep directly, but did try to distract myself with minor household tasks as I was taking sips. I used Cetophil with tissue for wipes and added ointment when needed.Tried to rest between doses"


"Subutex saved my life hands down. I was an out of control opiate addict before I finally admitted my problem to my doctor.  I was put on a Suboxone first, but had negative reactions to the naloxone in it (rashes and swelling).  The Subutex was more effective too.  I had to stop taking it cold turkey when I got pregnant and suffered some pretty rough withdrawals symptoms (nothing as bad as detoxing from oxycodone though).  A few months ago I was diagnosed with a kidney stone and was prescribed opiates to treat the excruciating pain.  I immediately started abusing them and found myself back in the clutches of addiction.  I just got back on Subutex today.  I'm so thankful for this medication.  I know I can regain control of my life again!"


"I got the Implanon in October 2009 three weeks after giving birth to my second son. At first I did get anxiety pretty bad but it went away quickly. My periods pretty much stopped. Every once in a while I will get a normal period. But for the last month and a half I have been having horrible headaches, no sex drive, mood swings but worst of all I have been having random pains all over my body. My doctor says its neurological. I have had an MRI ultrasound and all kinds of blood work. "


"Also taking it for seizures & migranes from concussions. Obesity wasn't an issue until 2 years ago when the trauma hit. That's when things got bad. I've gained about 80+ 2 years ago. Just got myself out of a wheelchair last fall but still suffer from chronic pelvic pain from abuse as a child.

So that tingling that many have an issue with, my Brain Rehabilitation Specialist said bananas. You need potassium if you are experiencing that.

You have to also take 500mg - 1000mg of Magnesium with this for proper nerve function and especially if you get migraines during your menstrual cycle.

I crave loads of water since starting. Bathroom visits plenty "


"Took this medication for about 6 months.  Quit smoking.  Taste buds changed.  No more migraines.  I stopped taking it because I started having severe muscle twitching.  I did not loose any weight for which I was disapointed.  I have decided to try again starting at a lower dose and not to increase as quickly as before.  I really did enjoy being headache free and it also improved my mood."


"I started using Epiduo on May 8th 2013, the next 5 days didn't find any visible change. I applied very little gel every night before bed. Next day washed face.
On 5th day I got few acne on my cheeks and forehead. Day 6 - heavy redness on full face with severe itchy. Day 7- called my Dermatologist. She said use it alternate days and it will be fine. Still heavy redness and very severe itching. Day 8- itching reduced leaving no changes to redness. Day 9- itching reduced further and redness became rose. I could see its healing. Skin dried out so I had to use Cetaphil moisturizer whole day.
Day 10- I could see the redness visibly fading away leaving the skin clearer. Itching reduced a lot, skin dry.
I hope I could see positive results within next 2 week."


"I guess I'm the party-pooper here, but I find clonidine didn't do anything for withdrawal. It just made me feel cold (ice cold), weak, totally drained of energy. Like a sick, anemic feeling. Yeah, it'd make me tired but not in a good way like Libirum or Ativan. I haven't drank any alcohol in 12  years now, and as I recall it was Ativan that brought me down easy that last time. "


"Been taking Tecfidera 2 years plus.  Took Tysabri 2 years prior to that.  Tysabri left me wiped the day of transfusion and tired for a week. JVC antibodies detected so switched to Tecfidera.

Flushing and stomach pains in the first two months were fierce but stomach pains settled. Manageable diahrea. Still flush with burning skin sensation on face, chest,  arms starts 4 to 5 hrs after dose and lasts 15 to 30 minutes. On a good note,  have not had noted change in MRIs sense taking the drug. Optical neuritis in 2013 permanently damaged vision but the loss has stabilized.

Doctors are monitoring my white blood cells to lower risk of PML occurrence.

Recommend considering the drug for relapsing MS after you weigh cost benefits in your case."


"Been an out of control sugar mess. Invocana took me down 15 lbs and my A1c over three months is 7.8 down from 10.5."


"I've been on Savella this time for a couple of weeks, I've noticed I have constant "headaches" and constipation and that doesn't help,because I have IBSC.I do suffer with headaches, they are worse now along with ALL my other health problems and medications, I go back in a month to see my PCP, Savella has helped with my Fibro pain and I have lost weight%u263A, It's just the CONSTANT HEADACHES AND CONSTIPATION. I  hope my PCP will have a Solution, Because I don't want to stop taking it.I have tried Lyrica in the past, I couldn't take to Many side effects, Also took Cymbalta it worked good, My insurance stopped paying then I started reading about ALL the law suits for Cymbalta. So I hope my Headaches and Constipation gets Better."


"30 years old, mother of a 3-year-old, and previously had the Skyla IUD for 3 years and replaced it with Kyleena after those three years. I had Kyleena inserted on November 8. As for insertion, it was fine. The insertion of the IUD was uncomfortable but not painful or unbearable. What actually hurt and made me gasp was when the NP inserted the measuring device to measure how deep my cervix was.  The removal of Skyla and insertion were easy. Not painful just uncomfortable and I did not take pain meds before or after. Apparently I have a high pain tolerance according to the NP.

As for noticeable side effects, I bled for about a week but not a biggie. I used thicker panty liners and was fine. Light cramping but only that week."


"Elavil works in my case as a pain killer/anti depressant. I does have some cons that I was not warned about. I was told by my doctor to take 150mg before bed so I did as told and woke up only when my wife shook me for a second I would eat and go right back to sleep this happened for the first 24 hours the next I had no choice but to stay awake. being awake I had problems with balance and depth perception. my mind was racing with what felt like hundreds of thoughts. my ability to speak was reduced to short sentences. it felt like my jaw was not moving fast enough to make more than a few sentences. after taking that dosage down from 150mg to 37.5mg I am able to speak clearly but my mind is still a little foggy. and the back pain is not as bad"


"I think I have had anxiety and depression all my life. I kept ruining all my relationships because I had delusions of being cheated on and consequently kept accusing my partner(s). The patience of my second husband and seeing his pain propelled me to see a psychiatrist willingly (before this I was dragged there and refused to take medications) who prescribed me to Lexapro 10mg after dinner everyday. For the first 2 weeks, nothing changed in terms of my negative attitude towards my partner. The side effects were terrible, it felt like being pregnant, I was so nauseus sometimes I would lay in bed all day. After week 3 the sun seemed to shine brighter. I look at everyone positively. I am happier. My husband is crazy in love with me. Thank you"


"My mouth burned so bad until I took Klonopin. Now, it's as cool as a winter breeze. It works great like gravy."


"I've been suffering from anxiety recently and a couple months ago I got put on this birth control to help with my worsening PMS symptoms. I was told to give it 3 months to balance out in my system, but I had to stop after 2.5. It made my anxiety 10x worse than it already was. I haven't slept in over a week from how bad my anxiety gets at night time. The placebo weeks had me feeling a little better, so I think it's time to just quit all together. I think if you have any kind of anxiety or depression, it's best to stay away from this pill."


"I've just started on the 7.5 XR 7 days ago after 2 weeks of the trial dosage. Thankfully no side effects but also no weight loss at all. I feel as though I'm eating less and not quite as hungry as usual and I have started walking 2 1/2-3 miles 6 days a week so I'm really puzzled why no weight loss.
I am hoping I'm just off to a slow start and will keep doing what I'm doing and try to cut out my carbs a little better.

I will update at the end of my month but any thoughts or suggestions will be welcomed!"


"Worst product ever it made my intolerance worse with nausea,  constipation.  I will never take it again"


"Just as the previous person commented....I happened upon Nuvigil/Provigil while being treated for the ugly side effects of Fibromyalgia...such as sleep disorders, PAIN all over (in my muscles), and an overall sense of fatigue - every day.  My Nuvigil ACTUALLY makes me WANT to move.  And, any Fibromyalgia patient would know that it is crucial for us to maintain some sort of movement everyday, even exercise if we can.  I think this is one of those medicines that were proposed (and approved) through the FDA for one primary condition. However, with time we find more uses for the medication that it may work even better on other conditions.  If it weren't for my Doctor - I would not have found this amazing option for my condition."


"This has changed my life. I have long term insomnia with night terrors and a major depressive disorder.

The first night I slept like the dead, I did find for a couple of weeks that I was tired during the day also, but that has now faded. I still sleep well most nights, and it's natural sleep, I don't feel like I've been drugged.

My moods have significantly improved too, everything has become more tolerable and easier to handle. My lowest moods are nowhere near as low, and my good moods are better than they've been in years.

I do find my appetite has increased, but as someone who has struggled all my life to gain weight it's not really an issue."


"I was given Dexilant to treat my Barrett's and reflux/GERD. When I had my second EGD, two years later, the Barrett's was completely gone!
   Since I was still having problems with reflux during the night, my physician had me switch from taking Dexilant in the morning to taking it at bedtime. That helped me tremendously!
    In addition, I noticed some comments that mentioned the price of Dexilant. At this time, you can sign up for the Dexilant advantage program, which is what I did. With my insurance  and that discount card, I only pay $21. The card is good for one year, however, you can renew it as long as they are offering the program.
I hope this helps!"


"Tried many different antidepressants for depression and anxiety. Ended up on 45 Remeron and 2 mg of Abilify.  Worked after 2 days. After months of debilitating depression and anxiety!  I am so thankful. Was worried about taking an anti psychotic, because I'm not bipolar or psychotic. Got over that as soon as I saw results. Will take this medicine as long as needed. Miracle truly!"


"I took just one tablet of this monstrous drug and I have not shat my brains out like that since I had food poisoning. There I sat, arms clenching my stomach, head between my knees, defecating all of my pride in endless burning blows. My face was grimanced as war flashbacks from that one bad hotdog I ate at that sketchy waterpark coursed through my mind. All I could think of in that moment was "this is how I die. My parents are gonna find me doubled-over, covered in my own shit, their toilet obliterated and their favorite child dead." If you have any desire to force yourself through hours of grueling spats of gas and shit, this is for you. Hope you've got some Desitin."


"I've been taking generic Bupropion XL (150mg) for three days and I can already say I feel like a new person. Before, I had no energy. Other than going to work, all I could do was lay around and feel sorry for myself. In just three days I feel more clear-headed, energetic, optimistic... I wish I had started it sooner! The only other medication that's worked for me in the past was adderall, but I couldn't go on taking it due to the many unwanted side effects. Bupropion has worked wonders - little to no side effects for me, other than a slightly increased sex drive and loss of appetite (though nothing compared to adderall in that department). I've also been having really vivid dreams, which I love, since I've never been one to remember them."


"First gout attack 6 mo ago.  Very painful, could barely walk.  I am 46, active all my life, 200lbs, probably drink too much.  My dad also has the disease.  On the first occurance, naproxen had little effect even at high doses as is recommended for first onset.  Went to the doctor and went to the next level--Indocin.  Time and this drug helped.  I did not alter my lifestyle.

I am currently traveling through the Dominican Republic and woke up with a sore toe.  Not nearly as painful as the first attack.  Went to the pharmacia and bought some naproxen and took a good high dose (880 mg (go big or go home)).  Two hours later, I could probably play football (soccer)...Will continue one tab (220mg) every every 6 to 8 hrs for the next couple of day"


"Worked for me within 10 days.  I was using a leg brace and cane, and once it started working I've never used them since.  Most annoying side effect is frequent bladder infections, but work with a urologist to control them.  This drug saved my life."


"I have been very sick and vomiting with my 2nd pregnancy. My doctor prescribed this to me and now I can keep food and liquids down. I can actually get out of bed and play with my 2yr old. It has saved me."


"I took 2.5 mg. for about a week and it helped incredibly. Then I began taking 5 mg. and after a few weeks I realized that it didn't help as much as the 2.5 mg. that I took before so I went back to taking only 2.5 mg. and it really helps. If it doesn't help you need to try taking different amounts and see what works for you."


"No seizures whilst on Tegretol. Extreme headaches first 4 weeks, extreme tiredness. 6 weeks after starting Tegretol hives started to appear and got worse. Blood tests showed liver enzymes were 3 times higher than usual and red blood cell counts slightly reduced. Thyroid gland swelled up also. All these were shown to be a severe allergic reaction to the drug. People should be aware of this as a possibility."


"I can finally enjoy roller coasters again! I just read AND follow the directions. I've used it on my last 3 amusement park trips.  No issues, no problems, no nausea and vomiting after the rides! It's an anticholinergic medication so the side effects are expected,  i.e. dry mouth, pupil dilation. They were mild. Drink fluids and wear sunglasses. Let's not be over dramatic."


"A miracle for alcohol withdrawal. I was taken to the ER for hallucinating and was about to have a seizure after going cold turkey for 72 hours, BIG mistake. Librium completely fix it in a few mins. If you are a heavy drinker get this please. You only need to take it for a week and quitting is easy. It did make me drowsy but ALL the withdrawal symptoms were gone."


"I was diagnosed with psoriasis about 1.5 years ago at the age of 24. It was severe in my scalp, ears, elbows, hands, knees, legs and feet. I've tried every single remedy out there. Every cream and ointment the derm prescribed. Finally; I stood my ground and needed a change; it was affecting my everyday life terribly. I've been on the methotrexate 15mg and folic acid 1mg for about two months now and my elbows, hands, feet are clear, my elbows and scalp have decreased dramatically! I have absolutely no side effects which was my biggest fear! Life is good! It's amazing!"


"I wanted to discuss my experience because before having Mirena inserted I searched the internet and saw mostly terrifying experiences.  I would recommend Mirena to ANYONE!  Insertion was slighly uncomfortable, but no worse than a large period cramp, spotting for about a week after that was intense along with cramps, but nothing that is unbearable (especially when you consider one week compared to 5 years of cramps) and I am now into my 2nd month.  My period is very slight and no cramping.  I have totally forgotten it is even in there and love the freedom it's afforded.  I have had terrible weight gain with other forms of birth control, so this was a large concern; so far no weight gain, no mood swings, no acne, no bad side effects at all!"


"Absolutely NEVER take this med unless there is nothing else that will work! That goes for Levaquin or any of the other flouroquinolone medicines.!!! They can cause dangerous toxic poisoning. I finally found that I am 99% likely to have this. I just didn't realize what was causing the problems I have had for a long time. But after taking Cipro off and on for a long time I finally have figured out I have been floxed. Now for the long road to healing....."


"I got the implant at my postpartum check up. The procedure was painless.    I breastfed my son until he was fifteen months old, and had no period after my bleeding from the birth subsided. He is now eighteen months old and I have been having a "period" that is weird heavy or at least spotting for a month and a half now. I was concerned until I read here that this seems to be happening with the majority of women. I'm going to make an appointment to get it removed. I seem to be mentally/emotionally out of sorts as well. The time period suggests that my state of mind might be related to the implant as well. It's hard to get pregnant if you never have sex (because you're constantly bleeding like a slaughtered pig and are emotionally unstable)"


"I've had it since June 2015 and no issues so far! No weight gain or pain no side effects"


"Been taking Abilify for 6 years or so and it worked great along with prozac.    I quit the prozac about 4 months ago and have felt great just taking Abilify, BUT now I,m having side affects; muscle aches in my left arm and right leg, having a hard time walking."


"I am my second day and just took my evening dose, I seriously thought I was dying. The second the medicine hit my lungs I could not breath. It took all I could do to find my rescue inhaler. This was just now the most frightening experience I have ever had with an RX.... I am still shaking as I type this. Beware, I read this as a side affect.... (Rare)....just make sure you have your rescue inhaler close to you. Done with this RX!"


"With my family history of colon cancer and my bout with colon cancer, I've been getting a colonoscopy every 3 years.  This past April I was told to use Miralax. It was the first time my prep was not sufficient to proceed with the procedure even though I followed the instructions exactly."


"I just finished my 3rd series of 3 shots each. Give it 2-3 to weeks after your last shot. Stay away from cardio and ice it daily. This is truly an amazing product. It hurts during and after and take it easy."


"Elevated blood pressure and increased heart rate due to long term undertreated high blood pressure. Metoprolol worked wonders. Been on it for a year - the side effects are strange dreams (not scary...just strange) and exercise difficulties. My doctor recommended sticking with 80% of exercise target heart rate. If you're having side effects, give this medication a couple months to work. It will get better. Make sure your doctor monitors your triglycerides and blood sugar while on any beta blocker. My triglycerides shot through the roof, but now under control with fish oil. "


"My head was itching like crazy and I had a huge red rash on the back of my head so I went to the dermatologist to find out the source. Turns out I had head lice and a really bad case of it too! My derm. recommended OVIDE, and I applied it the second I got home. Within 5 minutes of applying it there were almost 20 louse bugs lying on my bathroom counter-dead. The smell was so strong i threw up (I also hadn't eaten all day) but was totally worth it :))"


"Works extremely well.

The day after I give myself the injection, I feel like I have a cold (common side effects) ... Two days after, I'm fine.

I get sick easily when inconsiderate people ride public transportation sick and don't take care about coughing.

Grocery shopping is another hazard as sick people run into the store "for just a second" and head home to be sick.

Buying masks for the hazard areas is a good idea. I always ask at Drs offices for a few and have never been refuses.

Even with the one day colds and the hazard if getting sick frequently, IT'S MORE THAN WORTH TAKING DUE TO BENEFITS. (I wouldn't even regret taking it if I got the most severe rare side effect alone or in combination with methotrexate)"


"Been on champix for 2 months and stopped smoking for 5 weeks.
Apart from the odd vivid dream and slight nausea which I discovered if I had food before taking the tablet I didn't get the side effects, I've had no other side effects.
 It also sounds like a lot of the side effects are what you would experience if you stopped smoking by going cold turkey."


"At the end of week three I was down 10 pounds without changing my eating habits. Worse side effect is constipation but it has gotten better. I find that I eat less, I put thought into what I eat and I have made healthier choices. My mood has been better and I feel more balanced than I used to so that is a plus. I'm going to try a low fat diet and see what happens,"


"I took it for the first time today. My migraine was gone within an hour; however, it made me really sleepy.  Three hours later, I'm still very groggy.  Next time, I think I'll stay home from work and sleep it off.  But missing work is what I'm trying to avoid.  I'm incredibly thrilled that my migraine is gone, though."


"I have been consistently losing an avg. of 2lbs./week.  This is an extremely healthy and successful rate!  It's been about 3 weeks and I am down 6 lbs.  There definitely ARE side effects to this med.  The one I struggle with the most is the constipation.  I am increasing my water intake and taking colace (an OTC laxative) to manage it. My appetite has decreased significantly, almost without me noticing. I do have some nausea and belching (?) as well.  When you make the decision to take prescription drugs to help you lose weight you have to expect to compromise though, right?  As long as these symptoms remain tolerable and the lbs. keep dropping, I am sticking with it.  Hopefully I won't grow a 3rd leg or grow any thyroid tumors.  Day by day"


"I have been on Humira for over 7 years. I first tried Remicade in 2001 and it was a miracle.  I have had psoriasis since age 14 and Psoriatic arthritis since 1994 but symptoms of the arthritis since 1989. I was always a runner but gave that up in 1998 until Remicade. Remicade worked great for a few years but eventually your own body builds up antibodies to it and it stops working.  I have tried 4 other biologic medicines but always come back to Humira one shot a week.  Over the years it has stopped working as well but I notice the difference when I do not take my shot. Still pretty miserable but still able to work full time and take care of my family.  The IL 17 inhibitors are coming out soon and they look very promising."


"I switched from Depakote to Lamictal after my first hospital stay. I'm currently taking 400mg lamictal and 75mg of Effexor Xr and I feel the most normal I have felt in my entire life. This drug has enabled me to go back to being the awesome person I always knew I could be. Without my manic and depressive states, I am able to concentrate on my studies for the first time in my life and I've never felt better. The difference is night and day."


"Headache.pain on backbone stomach.trouble sleeping.feeling tired"


"I've had mild to moderate acne since I was 14 (now 24, 10 yrs!) and I've tried EVERYTHING but nothing seemed to cure my acne for the long run. It started getting worse in my 20s and I was determined that it was a hormonal imbalance. After some research I decided to try Yaz... I really wish I hadn't. I was on it for 3 mths and 1 week, taking it every day at the same time. For the first 6 weeks, there were no changes. After that until I stopped... my acne just kept getting aggressively worse and worse with no signs of improvement. I've never seen my skin so bad in my life! Clogged pores, cysts, blackheads, whiteheads, pustules started popping up almost daily even in places I've never had acne. Just didn't work for me. :("


"I was on Lyrica for 3 months and became suicidal for the first time in my life.  I quit taking it right away and after two weeks I was happy and back to normal.  It also made me skin burn all over like a sunburn.  It hurt to even have my clothes touch my skin.  "


"I am on Lyrica in conjunction with Ultram and Cymbalta, with a little Flexeril thrown in occasionally.  I take 150 mg of Lyrica in the morning and 225 mg at night.  Since I have been on the higher dosages, it has definitely made a difference.  I still have some really bad days of fibromyalgia pain, but those usually precede getting my period."


"I tried most of anti-depressants.None of them helped my depression over the last 16 years. Concerts 36 mg 3X day treated my depression completely. I am now leading normal life."


"I am now 33 years old and have been on Xolair injections for 6 months. I get two 150mg shots (one in each arm) every 4 weeks. I lived with chronic hives with angioedema for 4 years. Took countless antihistamines that never helped and even done a course of a transplant drug they give organ transplant patients with the hopes of rebooting my immune system to no avail. I couldn't even walk on the beach without my feet swelling so much I couldn't stand on them. I have been hive and swelling free since the first dose of xolair and luckily my insurance covers the whole amount. I hope to continue to have great results with this injections."


"My internist gave me methylphenidate (the active ingredient in Ritalin) for an ADHD disorder that I didn't even know I had. My God! My world finally made sense, and I was able to finally concentrate on a single task without having something pull me away for no earthly reason. And on top of that, the peripheral neuropathy in my feet, courtesy of a few early drugs in the HIV era, disappeared... totally. I didn't even need my methadone until I began to develop a tolerance for the methylphenidate. I'm the only person my pharmacist has heard of who experienced this effect, but I am sure not complaining. This is truly a miracle drug for me, but since I went to a larger insurance company, with it's own doctors, it's been refused  it to me."


"So this product really works.  It just causes intense itching and irritation first, probably worse than the actual yeast infection. But once the agonizing symptoms go away so does the yeast infection. It's incredibly hard not to scratch. But believe me I used the 3day packet was in agony every time I used it but once it was done the symptoms completely vanished"


"I had the side effect of being very tired and slept a lot which at least then I wasn't in pain but not convenient ."


"Have a persistent urinary tract infection and took this medication about four weeks ago.  The urinary tract infection came back so a second go-around.  This time after one pill I had a hefty case of hives and a very sore tongue and headache for about two days."


"just horrible.  I can't stop crying and I don't even know why sometimes.  I'm not me.  I have been bleeding for about four out of the past five weeks, even after the doctor put me on the pill to help regulate.  I'm in my 30's and having horrible breaks out, something I have never had before.  Can't eat, morning sickness, tired, emotional, the injection sight itches, and just not myself.  I hate the way it makes me feel.  I have an appt. to get it out in two days.  My kids think I'm nuts, and I feel like I am.  I just want to feel better."


"I have only been on Sprintec for a week so I hope my side effects subside by the next pack. I have been constantly nauseated, can barely eat and have begun to break out like crazy. I have also experienced heavy discharge (non yeast infection) and tiredness. I was on a higher estrogen dosage of birth control and never experienced these symptoms. The only positive is my sex drive has experienced a huge boost and I have lost some weight. Now if only I could go up a cup size."


"Have a chest infection that will not go away so was prescribed these as my first antibiotic had not cleared it up. Day 1 and I think I am dying! Palpitations, shaking, tired , dry mouth after only one 500mg dose. I am now in panic mode and have rung the surgery to see what I do next. Hope this feeling goes away."


"After 3 weeks on Ampyra I have recovered feeling and function in my left hand, after ten years. I have resumed seating, after decades. And a permanent brain fog has listed. My walking and balance are better, though I still use a walker. I consider it a miracle and feel mentally reborn. "


"I've had psoriasis for 40+ years. I've tried many remedies: tar baths, tar ointments (peee...eeww), various steroids, phototherapy, methotrexate, the works.  Some offered relief, albeit temporarily. The steroids were effective but tough on skin thickness and couldn't be used long.  About 8 years ago my Doctor convinced my insurance to cover this new drug called Enbrel Enteracept. Since then my life has changed dramatically. No more plaques anywhere... not on scalp, elbows, knees, arms or legs. I do have a remnant guttate form that waxes and wanes, but it is manageable with OTC creams.  No other side effects and I'm finally very comfortable in shorts and tees."


"I'm 18 years old and could never keep up with the pill so I went looking for other birth controls. After lots of consideration I decided to go with the Skyla and I can say it's been the best decision I've ever made. I've had it for 14 months now and I'm 80% sure my periods have stopped. I will admit the insertion was the worse pain I've ever felt! I've read a lot of reviews saying girls reacted badly with daily bleeding, major PMS, and weight gain but I never had any of that. I barely get cramps. I will say follow Drs orders and check your strings after every period or at least once a month it'll settle your nerves. Don't feed into IUD horror stories, you'll just psych yourself out. It's amazing not having to take a daily contraceptive!!!"


"I had a major bladder infection and was prescribed Cipro.  I had diarrhea and dizzy spells the entire time I took this medicine.  I told my new primary doctor to prescribe Amoxicillin.  He told me that Cipro is better.  My former doctor prescribed Amoxil and I never had problems with that medicine."


"When I was on Lexapro I felt really good and could handle things a lot better. My moods swings were a lot better."


"Seems to be working okay. The buzz is calming after taking for 2 weeks. I'll not take morning dose if I have to function during the day. Does help with chronic back/cervical/knee pain. Side effects are easier than Morphine. That made me irritable and didn't touch the pain."


"I have been on Armour since October '13. I was diagnosed hypothyroid. I have steadily gained weight ever since I started. 20lbs. It has not helped with my cold hands or feet, dry skin, or fatigue. My hair has stopped falling out so bad but that is about the only thing good I can say about this. Also, Im not sure if its related  but I've had serious worsening of lower back pain since starting this. "


"Excellent! I'm down 13lbs in 3 days... Tremendous amount of water weight, but I'm happy. I work out 4 days a week. 1,200 calories per day. I love it."


"I've had skyla for about 2 years and it's had its ups and downs. But I don't entirely blame the contraception itself; my doctor is an idiot. Anyway, I still get my period but it's just spotting, almost like when you're period is ending. I never need a tampon because it isn't heavy enough. There are times where I will randomly feel pain under my belly button when I stretch, and my fianc"


"Didn't work too bad, it takes some depressing feelings but also takes the good ones..... plus heat flashes/sweating were unbearable !"


"Benicar is also useful in helping to prevent the natural buildup of Vitamin D in the body, for patients suffering the symptoms of sarcoidosis."


"I've always had good luck using  this for bladderpain...although I read where the active ingredient phenazopyridine HCl. Has been found  to cause intestinal cancer in laboratory rats and liver cancer in lab mice...this is concerning to me and should  very well be  to all. Just an FYI."


"Xarelto seems to work for thinning the blood and allowing clot reabsorption but it causes bleeds particularly heavy periods. This major side effect which obviously affects women but not men does not seem to be addressed by Xarelto and therefore it is under researched. Heavy periods are associated with anemia which in turn can cause heart and other organ problems as well as cause fatigue and weak immune system apart from the obvious life style inconvenience to women sufferers."


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"I've been taking Adipex 37.5 mg for 4 weeks and have lost 20 lbs. I take half a pill in the morning, the other half early afternoon.  No jitters, shakes or bad side effects this way.  LOVE the results, sooo happy!"


"I have been using Tactuo for about two months to treat severe cystic acne. So far so good! I do still have scarring and dark spots but they are fading with time. The first couple of weeks were really terrible- more acne than I had ever had, dry burning skin. But it gets better! I usually take one night off of the gel per week to give my face a break, but still use the Cetaphil foam wash every morning and evening. My oily skin has been significantly balanced out and I am hoping it keeps up. It should be noted that I started Diane 35 the same time as the Epiduo. Whether it's the gel or the combination of birth control and gel, I'm not sure. All I know is I am not crying myself to sleep every night and my confidence is returning!"


"I love my IUD for many reasons. A lot of these reviews are just based off of the initial side effects and insertion. While I admit it was mildly painful for the first 24 hours and the spotting lasted 1-2 months, I am now 3 years in, and couldn't be happier. My period is 95% lighter and lasts only an hour, I never get cramps anymore, and I am comforted by the fact that it is so reliable! No weight gain or mood changes and my skin is still clear. Some people say these cause infertility but that is not true. IUDs have undergone many many clinical studies which show that is not the case! Don't let people on here scare you :) If you want the facts, go to a credible source. http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/0010782485900484"


"Suprep was the most vile tasting liquid I have ever encountered.  My first dose I added a lemon flavoring.  Awful.  Terrible.  But I chugged it down somehow.  Then came the two 16 glass of water. . . I was so bloated, and my stomach hurt - it was like I had the worst case of flu possible.  The first dose worked within a half hour and lasted FIVE hours.  Now the second dose.  I did not add anything to the  Suprep except the water - no flavoring.  OMG, I could not get the entire dose down.  I left only perhaps two gulps.  Once again, the dose worked quickly and I thought I was completely cleaned out.  However, after my procedure today, my doctor told me I was not cleaned out, but the Dr. was able to complete the procedure."


"I began taking xanax at 1mg daily spread out over the day when diagnosed with Breast Cancer.  I have had it 3 times now so have been on this medication for 6 years. It controls  my anxiety and panic or fearful thoughts mostly. It's been extremely  helpful and my doctor knows I keep my dosage as directed. Very beneficial for me but it took a long while to overcome the stigma. Life is to valuable to waste feeling bad.!!"


"I had absolutely no problems with this birth control. No nausea, spotting, mood changes, whatsoever. It reduced my menstrual cramps. Also made my boobs swell, but I think that's a good thing haha.

Anyways, I switched to Trinessa (another generic for Ortho Tri Cyclen), because it's free with my insurance, and it gave me migraine with aura as well as mood changes. I really wish I stuck to Tri Lo Sprintec."


"This medication has a lot of side effects and it is gross. It did not help with my symptoms at all partly because I could not get over the taste, and it produces really bad headaches."


"My tachycardia started in my middle 30s, and though they were rare, became more severe as i entered my middle 40's and had to ER visits requiring the injection that stops the heart-no fun and scary. After this I went to a cardiologist who gave me 50 mg Metoprolol to take as needed. I am happy that i don't have to take it daily because it does make me sluggish on the very rare times that I do-I am pleased to have a solution when these events happen and my fears of dying suddenly from a heart episode have been drastically reduced."


"I’m 49, with hereditary cystic acne w/hormonal component. I’ve tried everything with various degree of success for limited time. Birth control pills; accutane;  Minocycline, which helped but caused teeth discoloration!  Topical washes, BP, proactive—everything limited. Blue light therapy seems to help but caused hyper pigmentation four me. My sister recommended 0.04% micro gel, which I have been using for about 3 weeks. Redness and bumps ensued but didn’t know to wait the 20 min to apply after washing! Also using 302 (Brand) for inflammatory skin, which is helping (recommend). My skin is still breaking out but healing way faster w/some peeling but pitting is improving! I’m hopeful at last. Definitely the cystic pain is better. Clarisonic @PM helps."


"I wouldn't suggest taking diclegis again. First time I tried it, I had heartburn that I haven't experienced in this pregnancy and my heart raced uncontrollably bad that I felt like I was dying. I followed the instructions that they gave me and I threw it up 30 minutes after taking. I'm afraid that it can harm the baby. I'm not taking it anymore. Never want to feel like that again.  Have a terrible headache now. Worst experienced ever."


"So I have my colonoscopy in two hours & had to do my prep last night. I drank clear liquids all day yesterday & was so hungry! I took my first dose at about 4:30pm, and let me tell you. The taste is so horribly indescribable. I thought I was going to puke the entire time. Then you are supposed to drink 32oz of water in two hours. As if you’re not already feeling sick & full. It started working in about an hour & lasted until about 10pm. I had nightmares all night about having to wake up and drink it again at 5am. I also had really pain intestinal pains that kept waking me up all night. 4:45 rolls around & I force myself to drink the Suprep & the same thing ... started gagging and was so close to vomiting.. hopefully I’ll be all cleaned out"


"This med gave me horrible chest pain and muscle aches.  My doctor told me to stop immediately. Sure enough, a day after stopping, these ailments went away and have not returned."


"I've been on Requip for 5 years. Unfortunately I started having breakthroughs daily. I was then placed on Neurontin along with the Requip.  This was successful after upping the Neurontin dosage to a level of 1,200mg daily at bedtime along with 6 mg of the Requip."


"I have been on Septra for about 5 days now & still no relief!! I'm EXTREMELY  nauseous & I can't sleep through the night because the pain is that bad. I'm on my way back to the Emergency Room."


"I'm on 0.5mg 3 times a day. I feel great. I'm happy, calm, and back to my old self again, without anxiety flare ups.
I love this medicine, and would recommend it to anyone. Personally I think this is the best benzodiazepine, take it with caution though, but if you truly need it like I do, then find a doctor willing to prescribe it. Good luck."


"I have had severe psoriasis on my arms, legs, knees, backaround,my waist,my buttochs, inside my urinary tract and scalp. I work with middle school students and some would ask questions about the thick plaque on my body.Some were sweet, some fearful that they would  catch it and some  couldn't,have cared less. After taking the Otezla pills I saw rapid improvement within a few days. I also sparingly use endear spray, not often.
     The first two weeks I either vomited or had diahrrea after I took the Otezla pills. After two weeks I started taking the pill one hour after breakfast and one hour after dinner. No problems now .This pill has been a miracle pill for me. My entire body has healed up. My depression has gone and I feel smooth ."


"I do not understand why doctors, frequently, prescribe Keflex for bladder or urinary tract infections, considering how many side effects it creates. Why not just plain, old Amoxicillin?

I, all too frequently, get an U.T.I. Usually it is a very mild infection.

When I use it, I get muscle pain, back pain, anxiety, and agitation.

There must be a gentler, kinder, and safer antibiotic to be used to kill bacteria. I wish I knew the name of one. I would, then, ask my doctor or an ER doctor to prescribe it for me.

I am tired of doctors telling me it is the best antibiotic to use for an U.T.I. It makes me sick! "


"I started taking Lyza on the second day of my period and it's been 2 weeks now I'm still bleeding. And this is the first time I have to take pain reliever on my period. Plus I'm gaining weight too.. this pills sucks"


"I am 45 years old and have been suffering disabling heavy periods for about 6 years now. My doctor suggested ablation for my heavy periods but I wanted to try non-surgical remedies first. This medicine is AMAZING. I take 2 pills 3 times a day for 3 days (total of 18 pills). I start on the 2nd day of my period which is the heaviest. My period dries up and is over within 4 days. I have headaches on or off this medicine during my period so I cannot say for sure whether that is a side effect. I have my life back each month."


"Keppra worked very effectively on controlling my seizure disorder for the most part. I still had seizures every once in and while during the period of time that I was on Keppra. I wish that more insurance companies would cover the cost of Keppra to any person who has seizures."


"I have a love/hate relationship with this drug. When I take it i am headache free but if i forget to take it just one time I have the worst headache imaginable the next day. Like a hangover headache with nausea and dizziness. It is worse than the headaches I had before I started taking the medication. I've also noticed my energy levels are way lower and I am super constipated everyday. Dr did advise me about the constipation but not the lack of interest in doing things. I am super slow and have literally no energy to do anything. So I am not sure if it is related. I want to try to get off medicine but dr advises against this. I am not sure what to do."


"I was on the NuvaRing for almost 2 years before discontinuing due to side effects. At first, it was very convenient and I did not gain any weight. Over time though, I started to experience worse and worse heart palpitations, dizziness, anxiety and paranoia. I noticed these symptoms would intensify the day I took my NuvaRing out. I have been off it for about a year and I feel much better."


"I got pregnant when I took it 2 days after"


"I am 31 yrs old and have fought migraines for 9 years. I took Topamax several years ago and decided I did not like side effects and wanted to try other medications. After trying MANY different medications and being sent from one doctor to another for daily chronic migraines that took over my life nothing was working. Recently I decided to give Topamax one more try. Within 2 weeks I have felt better than I have in two years. I still have small but manageable headaches and expect them to get better because I am slowly upping dose to 4/day. Good luck to all of you with migraines, if you haven't tried Topamax you should give it a try."


"Was constipated most of the 2 weeks I was on it.  One night all of the sudden I had horrible cramping under my rib cage and a pain that went all the way up my spine.  The pain was so horrendous I was crawling on the floor, crying in pain, screaming in a pillow as to not wake my children.  I would scream at times and nothing would come out. I had tears and mucous coming down my face.  I literally thought I was in hell.  I have NEVER experienced pain like this in my life.  I have birthed 2 children and lived with Ulcerative Colitis/IBD for 15 years. I know what pain is.  I wound up going to the ER and reporting this to my GI doctor.  So much for this "miracle pill".  I was so hoping this was going to work."


"I have been on Microgestin Fe 1/20 for a year and a half. And the first year I was not sexually active and I used only to regulate my period. (My cramps used to be so excruciating that I would have to stay home.) Not only did this pill make my period much lighter and manageable cramps, I also have had no pregnancy scares! Me and my partner are very sexually active and I have had no worries about being pregnant. Everything is always on track. Highly recommend this to any woman struggling with heavy periods companied by horrible cramps or is sexually active."


"Horrible allergy symptoms-total stopped up nose and sneezing and unable to sleep due to congestion! I'd been using decongestant nasal sprays daily thru allergy season which was becoming all year! I started using Flonase one week ago at night and within 2 days all symptoms are gone! I love you Flonase. I'm telling everyone!"


"I've had toenail fungus for as long as I can remember.  I've never worn sandals, embarrassed to show my feet around my own family. Also very bad ringworm, so no bathing suites or swimming either.  I've been taking terbinafine for about 3 months and my toenails are starting to grow out healthy at the base, it's going to take a while longer I guess, hopefully in time for summer!  The ringworm disappeared within a few weeks!  No side effects to speak of.  And my blood work is all good.  "


"I have severe depression and am Bi-polar. I have been on almost every drug out there. Doctor put me on Viibryd and have been taking it for about 3 weeks and it has worked great for me. I was having suicidal thoughts every day for nearly a year. Now that I am on Viibryd they have gone away. It's a great relief! The diarrhea and insomnia are minor side effects and cost are minor compared to the benefits. All I can say is it works great for me."


"So I took Diclegis for the first time last night after my doctor prescribed it. My first pregnancy I was sick for all nine months, multiple times a day. I am not almost seven weeks with my second, and the nausea and vomiting is starting again.

I took the pill around 7pm which may have been a little too early. I did notice about an hour after taking the pill I did get some slight chest pains but nothing too serious. I slept like a baby all night, only getting up once to use the bathroom around 5am.

The reason I gave the drug a rating of 7/10 is because of how I am feeling this morning. I have not had any nausea or vomiting, and have actually been able to eat a decent breakfast this morning. I am however stuck in this constant fog."


"4 years ago I had my first panic attack/anxiety. Had hyperventilation and end up in the ER. My doctor prescribed 0.025mg of Xanax. I took the medicine as required. I wasn't able to drive and do anything out by myself. I was afraid and worried of being alone. I always fear that it would happen again. My thoughts are always what if...Anxiety was taking over my life. I was able to control it for 2 years. Just this month I recently panicked for no reason. My dr. put me on this just in case I have a full blown anxiety...but the downside to this medicine is it makes me really sleepy and tired. But it does works!"


"DO NOT TAKE 3 LIKE THE BOX SAYS OR YOU WILL BE SORRY! I have never been constipated however new meds did a number on me. Read the box and I took 3 because I haven't gone on a week and I needed to go. Boy was that the biggest mistake. I had to sleep near the bathroom because my stomach was cramping but I was all popped out. Nothing left to give but my stomach feels as of I still need to go. 24hrs later my stomach is still cramping. Wish I read these comments before I tool them."


"Hairdresser kept noticing each time I went for a trim that my hair was getting thinner. That's when I decided to go & see my GP for a referral to dermatologist who put me onto minoxidil which did absolutely nothing except cause me inconvenience.

So I went back to my GP & told them I wanted a referral to an endocrinologist who prescribed Spironolactone 200mg/daily.

I have been taking 2 tablets daily since April 2016. I didn't see an immediate difference at first, but then one day I noticed new hair growth on my forehead. It was growing back grey! Then out of the blue for some unknown reason my hair started falling out again, especially whilst shampooing in the shower. It is a constant battle picking up loose hair off the bathroom floor"


"I had a horrible experience on candesartan.  I tapered up from 4 mg to 16 mg over a period of 6 weeks.  Before 16 mg, there was no effect on my migraines, which I usually get around 6 times/month.  The day I started taking 16 mg, however, the candesartan triggered daily migraines, which has never happened to me before in the 15 years since I started getting migraines (I'm now 44).  It took me 4 days to realize the candesartan was triggering the migraines, at which point I stopped cold turkey.  The daily migraines then continued for 6 more days until I started taking Amitriptyline 10 mg.  As well as daily migraines, I also experienced severe anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and loss of appetite once I stopped the candesartan."


"My doctor put me on lyza norethindrone tablets 6 days ago I started spotting on 5th day n still spotting today 6th day is the spotting ever gonna stop or am I gonna have a period nexted ? I was on another birth control n didn't have periods I stopped the with other birth control pills please help"


"Have been taking Methadone, Zanaflex and Mobic for quite a while for both Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis.  Tried Neurotin but it knocked me flat, finally switched to Lyrica, but I am so medicine sensitive that can only take 25mg in a.m. and 50 mg. at night. It is helping, however I become groggy and have gained 20 lbs. The weight gain doesn't help the Fibromyalgia, but the pain is unbearable so will take it."


"Implanon is EXTREMELY effective. I have had it 3 years, I've never had any of those weird mood swings. Nor have I gained an abnormal amount of weight. I do have a period, but its only 3 days a month."


"I am a 63 year-old male in pretty good health.  Propofol was great for my colonoscopy.  It was given to me at 9:30 am.  I was a bit dizzy and groggy when leaving the doctor's office at about 11 am.  I slept most of the afternoon.  My thinking remained fairly clouded all evening.  The next day, at 11:40 am, my thinking is still a bit clouded.  I had not expected to need to heed the warning not to drive or take on anything challenging for 24 hours, but, in my case, it is clear that it was an important warning; I am glad that I heeded it."


"I have been on Celexa for 2 months. I was very reluctant and had tried several in the past (couldn't get past the side effects). I didn't feel great the first couple weeks, but it wasn't awful. After 3 weeks, I felt better, more relaxed, and happier. I didn't feel much different, just started enjoying things more (as they should be). I smile more and laugh more - I get excited about things (I haven't felt excitement in a LONG time). I'm so happy I stuck with this one and it has truly worked for me. Also, I've had trouble accepting an anti-depressant as a treatment option because I have no reason to be depressed - great life, kids, job, husband. But, I was. I guess it's my brain chemistry, but it is what it is. This works!"


"I have been taking this medication since 2010 after my worst episode and my first episode since taking it began two months ago.  I'm taking it alone with no other Multiple Sclerosis related treatments except that we are now trying hydrocortisone since it is a natural steroid."


"Had psoriasis on elbows and a touch on scalp. Within 1/3-1/2 of tube twice a day application and cleared up. Applied before bed and in morning. Used either old cotton sock or "tub dressing"

Its Been 8 months and no re-appearance of psoriasis."


"Easy to take, inexpensive, and no side effects. Has a moderately positive impact by lessening frequency (2-5 fewer attacks) and severity (average intensity brought down from 7 to 5)."


"I have been taking fastin for a little over two weeks. I started at 150 and im currently 140. Fastin causes me not to be hungry as much and gives me energy. I do feel a little jittery sometimes and have a funny taste in my mouth. Overall im pleased with my weight loss and will continue using fastin ."


"I did a combo of Tompiramate/Phentermine back in the beginning of Jan 2013. I lost 70 pounds in 5-6 months. Mind you, I drastically watched what I ate and worked out like a mad woman. I hit my goal weight of 150... then what. I had no plan, no more goal. The pounds slowly crept back on. Just started the combo again this past Sat (3/4/17) at 220 lb... already down 4 lb. You gotta watch what you eat and work the body, and this stuff will do wonders!
I get Topiramate for headaches and pay $80 bucks for a month supply of Phentermine and an afternoon suppressant called Phendemetrazine, plus a poop pill, in case of constipation."


"I am 32 years of age and I have tried everything I mean everything. I started using this and my skin is now amazing. Yes the first week my skin was red in the evening when I put it on but it has to me to settle at night and was fine the next morning, a bit dry but just use a good hydrating cream and serum or rosehip oil after and it settles down. After a week the redness at night dissappeared as my skin got used to it. After a week I had no new spots and my old ones were clearing up nicely. Its now been 3 months and I'm on my second bottle and can't rate this stuff enough. My skin is 99% clear apart from that once a month flare of one or two and thats it. I also use md formualtions glycolic cleanser and a hydrating serum morning and night."


"I am 16. It was on June 29th when this happened. Me and this guy were making out when we decided to take our clothes off and not have sex but just touch skin on skin and while we were doing this he pushed me off and told me he had come and I was totally freaking out. The next morning (within 12 hours) I bought plan b and took it. The only symptom I received was nausea and a little cramping. I read reviews online most saying it works and others were stating it didn't work but it is now July 4th and I got my period. I am thankful and relieved. If you are in a situation like me don't stress the chance of getting pregnant is so small I only took it to be safe bc well im Only 16. I hope this review helps. :)"


"I'm not gonna go into detail because it would take too long. My periods and body have been all messed up for years. Normally I would have 10 day periods with excruciating cramps. Tried all different kinds of birth control to help with it. Nothing worked.....I have been on lyza for 4 weeks now. I'm just taking it continuously. At first I had a period that was 7 days long...I kept taking it even through my period. I just finished week 4 with no spotting or side effects so far! No blood, no period symptoms, no acne, no nothing!! I am beyond happy. I hope to keep taking them every day and not have a period. So far so good! My goal is to not have periods anymore because I'm sick of them and they cause more problems than they should."


"I get UTI's all the time, they always give me this. Unfortunately with taking this medication I've gotten a lot of lower back pain, vomitting, and muscle weakness. It also takes a couple days for the pain to go away and the medicine to kick in. Thankfully, it clears up the UTI within 5/7 days."


"I have been on Beyaz for about 3 weeks after switching from yaz due to cost. Now and I feel more bloated, depressed, and have experienced weight gain.  I have also had headaches.  I haven't had a real period in several months since Yaz would just make me have cramping, not actually bleeding. I even have taken tests to ensure I wasn't pregnant because I wasn't bleeding. I'm not sure if the same thing works for Beyaz or not.  I just hope my body adapts to this and I start to lose weight again and get energy back."


"I have not been on Nuvaring for very long and I do love it. I have some side effects but I can live with. I have been on it for about 2 months. I love that as soon as I put it in all bleeding stops within just hours. The 1st month I had no issues at all I just kept checking that it was still there because I couldn't feel anything and didn't want to get pregnant. But this second month I have had a small yeast infection and been pretty dry down there and my sex drive is not what it was but not gone. Only real issue is my husband feels it so now when it comes to "fun" it has to come out before and back in after and that I can do. Other then those few things so far I LOVE IT!"


"This is the only BC I've ever taken so I can't really compare it to others, but it's been good for me. Haven't gained any weight, and it makes my period regular. When I first started taking it, I didn't start the pack when I was supposed to because I only get my period a few times a year. I bled for like 3 weeks, but after that I was normal. It hasn't caused me to gain weight, but I do think I am a bit more emotional than before. My skin is much clearer since taking it"


"I received cytoxan IV for Multiple Sclerosis. I don't remember how long I lasted before I had a seizure. I have had a seizure disorder since I was 6 years old or younger. This was the worst seizure I have had since I started having them. I have read the site and was surprised to see that it is not listed as a side effect. Otherwise, it wasn't a bad experience. I lost 1/2 of my hair and it came back thicker."


"I've been on Lutera for 5 months now and I absolutely love it! I was very hesitant to ever get on birth control because you never know how hormones will affect your body. Lucky for me, never any spotting or random bleeding, took my PMS symptoms from severe to barely there... Cramps? I used to cry and puke for my first 2 days and now that time of the month isn't affecting my job and life. Weight gain? I was a very unhealthy 77lbs before I started this. My doctor explained the pill itself does not cause weight gain, but increases your appetite and helps slow metabolism. I am now 95lbs. I also suffer from anxiety and mild bipolar disorder, so I was worried this pill would make my symptoms worse, but I'm happy and healthy as could be right now!"


"I took the Depo-Provera shot starting from 16-20. I absolutely loved the shot other than not ever really knowing when my period was going to be. I actually lost weight on the shot and my breast grew larger than before. I had great sex drive as well. I switched to the Levora pill simply for the fact that I knew I wanted to become pregnant one day and knew if I took the shot for too long that it may effect that. I chose Levora because I only have 4 periods a year (which is great!). However, I have been taking this pill for 3 1/2 years and I have noticed some negative side effects. I have been slowly over time gaining weight. I also never used to have acne and have some acne problems now. I also have low sex drive and difficulty staying wet."


"Used Elidel for 10 years. In days flare ups would clear up . Side effects skin would feel hot. After 10 years my body build up a tolerance and doesn't really work anymore."


"On Christmas Eve I felt as though a UTI was starting and took Trimethoprim which I had ordered from an online Dr. It seemed to dampen the symptoms but didn't get rid of them completely. I was prescribed nitrofurantoin on New Year's Day. I was in a lot of pain. Started taking the pills at 11am and had three doses during the day plus nurofen. No improvement during that day but I slept well and woke up the following day (today) with very little pain.  Symptoms not completely gone but vastly improved. No noticeable side effects. Am taking the antibiotics with food as advised. I give it a 9 rather than 10 because it has worked a little more slowly than treatments I have had in the past (but I am not complaining!)"


"I have taken carisoprodol for about 7 years 3 per day as needed.  This is to prevent painful muscle cramps of my ribcage muscles, the intercostals.  These muscles are mostly pretty small but very painful when they cramp.  Tried flexeril 15 years ago for a couple of years.  They put me to sleep and did not prevent the cramps.  Dr then prescribed Robaxin which was unreliable at pretty high dosages.  I developed spinal issues both in the neck and low back.  Prescribed opioids throughout to alleviate pain of the back issues as well as the muscle cramps.  Soma for at least the last 7 years.  Very effective at preventing, and even stopping attacks.  10 minutes to take effect. No noticeable side effects or withdrawal. Maybe just lucky.  Great med."


"I've suffered from Acne my whole life. Breakouts and black marks. I've tried everything over the counter, I've even tried Proactiv. Absolutely nothing worked for me. My derm described me Claravis. I've been on Claravis for 2 1/2 months and my skin has never looked this good. I Love the outcome so far. It feels good to look in the mirror at pretty, clear skin.. But my lips are terribly dry and my body aches. But that's the side affects of the meds. At least it's not a lifetime thing like my Acne would've been.. I Love my derm for getting me right."


"Lexapro has worked really well for my anxiety/depression issues. The only down side is that it pretty much killed my sex drive. In the process of finding a remedy for that, for my husband's sake!"


"Works great as a sleep aid. It does wonders on me."


"Xarelto probably saved my life from a stroke with a fib. I feel great on a high dose....I  adjusted well and feel better than before I started it. I don't fear a stroke anymore with Xarelto."


"continued....The colonscopy I had this week was using Suprep. I did the lime thing and mixed with chilled Propel and chilled medicine. I couldn't taste much of it and was able to drink all of it. It took 30 minutes to work and it dripped out for the next four hours. I still had a few particles coming out at bedtime. I was able to drink the next dosage at 2am but didn't get any sleep because it dripped out all the way to the time I was leaving the house for the procedure. I just drank ginger ale and  gatorade for the hour afterwards because I couldn't keep water or propel down. Had Propapil for anesthesia so woke up easier but was groggy all day long, glad I didn't need to get anything done. My colon was clean and clear though with no polyps"


"Well just thought I would update you all. I left a comment on here last week. Had my first weigh in yesterday and I have lost 11 pounds. Doctor has prescribed me these now for 2 more months and got to have another review in 2 months time. I'm so glad that these pills are working. My confidence has been given a right boost. Still suffering with lose stools but watching what I'm eating but everything is moving in the right direction."


"I am on 20mg.  I take it right before I go to bed.  After 15 minutes my heart starts racing.  However, I have no problems falling asleep.  If I had to take this in the morning I wouldn't be able to stand the racing heart.  Other than that, I feel good so far.  My cholesterol was 204 & triglycerides are at 130.  I am 43 and have started walking 3 miles at a good pace 5-6 days a week.  Drinking lots of water and no caffeine.  I have just had my next blood work since being on this medicine, so we'll see if it's doing it's job."


"I love Nuvaring. The first birth control I ever used that is no hassle, no major side effects, well some minor is the vaginal infection (but plain yogurt with active culture will do the job and take care of it) and yes it does decrease your sex drive. I don't have mood swings and no weight gain. I love it and will stick to using it."


"after being on it for 1 week and no improvment I took another week to slowly get off. Terrible side effects. Panic attacks, chest pain,hands tingling and sever anxiety.

I am now back on them and taking Lorazepam to try to get off without these horrible side effects."


"My experience on this BC has been horrible I  bleed very heavily before I get on placebo pills. Horrible cramping, hot flashes, mood swings. I got on this pill to make my periods lighter but this pill made them 1000x worst. Definatley switching."


"I have had six spine surgeries in the past four years. All of them some type of fusion. Have been on every type of pain medicine there is. Plus all the injections and nerve burns, even some radiation treatments. Doctor had me on Embeda for several years and then it was recalled. I have been taking Kadian for six months now and it helps me get through the day. I also take oxycodone six times along with it . Kadian does not take all the pain away but along with the other drugs at least I can function. Good luck all!"


"This company should be sued they sell nasal spray that you can't even open to use! Waste of money. My husband is ridiculous enough to buy this nasal spray again when we knew we always have a hard time opening the damn thing. And the nasal spray itself isn't as effective it doesn't spray it squirts lots of liquid when you give it a quick squeeze. Terrible"


"HUGE weight gain!  From 135 lbs up to 205 lbs and there didn't seem to be any way to lose the weight. I am not an eater, or a snacker, if anything I can't manage breakfast and I eat a healthy sandwich for lunch and can only manage 1/2 the meal that my husband eats at night.  For me, depression = loss of appetite."


"I'm now on my 3rd day of 7 and my symptoms have cleared all the way up, but the pills make me nauseous every morning and I have diarrhea. But other than that it works great."


"Well I'm on day 9 of contrave. The 1st week with the 1 pill a day, I felt absolutely no difference. Now that I have taken 2 days of the one pill in the morning and one in the evening, I feel slightly depressed and I have headaches. Now I can't completely say it's the side effects of the medicine because my monthly cycle is upon me as well. So I'm going to push through the depression and pray for the best. My starting weight was 181 and I'm down 3 pounds even with the bloating of mother nature. I notice I pee alot more but once again tht may not be the medicine. Week 3 I should be able to see how this medicine is effecting me"


"In three short weeks this drug wrecked my body. I got a skin rash that got infected within 10 days. First I thought, okay, this is weird. I didn't connect it to the Lunesta... but it was all downhill from there. Brain fog, memory problems, getting lost while driving, etc. Then my whole digestion system crashed. I'm talking severe pain in my stomach, constant nausea, no appetite, and constipation that would not move without a laxative. Then my body launched adrenaline to fight back. I started switching from fatigue to adrenaline, back and forth. After one ER visit and numerous urgent care trips, I realised it all started with the Lunesta. Buyer beware."


"I had Implanon inserted in March 2010. In five months I have gained 25 pounds, I am VERY irritable, I had amazing skin and I am now developing acne.  I was recently hospitalized for four days because of severe cramping and bleeding.  I rarely sleep a full night because I have so much pain.  I have also noticed my fingers getting numb and I am developing unexplained nerve damage.  I have trashed my stomach lining because I was taking so much ibuprofen to control my headaches.  My relationship is on the rocks because I haven't had a sex drive since April and haven't had sex in months.  I have also been bleeding continuously."


"I have migraines that are usually triggered by hormonal changes around my menstrual cycle. I have been taking this medication for roughly 10 years now. My migraines become so bad I shake, vomit, and otherwise feel like I am dying.  Sumatriptan has been a godsend for me, I take the pill form and 50mg is all I usually need. It takes around 45 minutes to an hour to kick in were I feel I can function again and I feel completely normal by 2 hours. I request Dr. Ready brand, I have had some brands not work as well. Hence the rating of 9/10 for me due to inconsistent effectiveness with generic brands. It does make me a little lightheaded and whole body fatigued for the first hour but that is nothing compared to suffering through a migraine!!!"


"The only problem I have with this medication so far is how expensive it is.  So far the only side effects I have had are a light-headed feeling. Similar to a feeling of an antihistimine with psuedophedrine in the mix. I am already starting to feel better."


"I've been prescribed most of the drugs on this review list and met with differing degrees of success. My sacrum detached or tore from my right hip in a sports accident and I get tremendous back pain associated with muscle spasms as things slip out of position in my low back. Even after being reset into the proper positions, I have muscle spasms for a couple days as the muscles get used to being where they should really be. Diazepam works wonders for me. I can take 5mg and be good all day. It works fast and keeps me from being so out of it like cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). Robaxin does nothing for me and NSAIDS are also worthless - daizepam is perfect."


"I have trouble staying asleep.  Doctor prescribed belsomra @ 5 mg. Fell asleep as I normally do,  woke up 90 minutes later just like always.  Took another 5mg, fell asleep,  woke up every hour,  on the hour.  No effect at all.
And I'm not withdrawing from ambien,  I haven't tried any rx for insomnia."


"Soma Is Very Helpful, i have had back surgery and alot of nerve damage in my leg ,complications of diabetes and soma is often more helpful than a narcotic, as long as i take the soma i never have the spasms in my leg or back, no other muscle relaxer helps me.

i by far recomend soma"


"My 10 year old Son got from Below Expected to Expected in Maths due to amazing Concerta. Although sometimes it makes him be a bit depressed and finds it hard to smile. But this has really improved his Grades. His Cousin also takes it and they all now are very good in school. Use Concerta! It actually works! Thanks Jassen-Cliag for this great Medication for my Son's ADHD."


"I've been suffering from depression since I was in my teens. However, I've just been diagnosed with it 1 month ago. I had been having major panic attacks and anxiety issues, so much to the stage I thought people were following me. The doctor prescribed me Mirtazapine which I was rather anxious about taking, due to reviews online. The first night I took it I went to bed and became really twitchy and restless through the night, I had spells where I woke up during the night. After the first night I had the best sleep ever, I slept till late which was rare, I have had a better outlook on life, I still have my low days and times where I don't want to get out of bed and times where I just want to run away. The doctor has now upped my dose to 30mg"


"I started off with a cut near my mouth that got infected with Staph which then spread to my mouth and throat. I could not eat for a week because of the terrible sores in my mouth. I was prescribed Cefidinr and after being on that for 3 days had no improvement, but as soon as they put me on Bactrim it started clearing up within hours!"


"Thank you Celgene for creating such a wonderful medicine.  I have been using it for a year and it has really lessened the effects of my plaque psoriasis.  As an added benefit, it has helped me to lose weight, and I no long crave sweets!    It's an all-round wonderful thing!"


"I attempted 4 previous Pegasys related treatments in the past 12 years.The last one in 2012 also involved Incivik whose side effects actually resulted in my need to receive a live Liver transplant from my wife on 3/1/13. I began my Harvoni treatment on 3/18/15 and as of my 4 week appointment, the virus has been reported "Undetectable!" My side effects were headaches and an upset stomach for the first 3 days... but that was it."


"When I am not on some kind of medication I feel crazy, angry, and tons of anxiety, and always for no reason! I took Celexa for about 4 months and people noticed a huge difference in me. I stopped for 2 weeks and had felt crazy again. I went back on it and it just didn't seem to help anymore."


"I just had skyla inserted this morning. The pamphlets said cramping would last about 30 minutes but this is false. I decided on Skyla because I am bad at remembering to take pills are reorder perscriptions, I figure the iud is flinging to be more effective. I am 19 and have never had kids, and the actual insertion was painful but extremely fast. My doctor gave me a prescription to soften the cervix before the procedure, I took ibuprofen and she used lidocaine during the procedure (this is not typical but she said it would help). I have had severe cramps nonstop since the procedure, and ibuprofen isn't cuttin it. Obviously everyone reacts differently to meds, but if you're considering getting this, be prepared for the possibility of pain."


"I am a 58 yr old woman and it took me three tries at three different times In my life but as of March 2015 I have not had a cig..the only side effect for me was very vivid dreams but I kinda liked them.Thanks to the Pfizer corp for giving them to me free due to my low income because without Chantix I have no doubt I would still be smoking.Thank you Pfizer God Bless"


"I've been on this pill for 4 months now and it's made my acne worse than ever. I have breakouts on my chest and never have before using the pill. My cramps are the same and periods have not become shorter. I am switching brands."


"I had the side effect of being very tired and slept a lot which at least then I wasn't in pain but not convenient ."


"I have been depressed since 1998, after I had a fall at work, and with problems with the work doctors. My doctor had me try different types of medications, like Prozac, Wellbutrin, Paxil,and Tofranil. Finally the one that helped me was Effexor. At least I thought so. Then the Doctor put me on Deplin and I felt like I hadn't felt in a very long time. That was 8 weeks ago and now I feel great. Deplin has really changed my life. Thank you for letting me share this with you."


"Had gout flares on & off for 30 years. Usually prednisone would clear it up. Tried allupurinol but it made my legs & feet tingly. Tried uloric, no flare ups. Uric acid dropped to 1.9 on 80 mg. Dr changed dose to 40 mg, uric levels staying around 4. Only side effect I've noticed is a big increase in dreams. No nightmares or bad dreams ,just a lot of regular dreams. Luckily its carried by the base pharmacy so there is no cost."


"I had Skyla inserted 4 months ago and I am very glad I went ahead with the insertion. The only negative thing I have to say is that I have gained weight since the insertion. I've gained about 15 pounds but, it's not something I'm worried about. If I can give any advice, it would be to not pay attention to other people's ratings of this birth control method. Do what is best for YOU. You know your body and what is best for it. Insertion was painful. I won't lie to you there. I had terrible cramps for about 6 hours after but after that, it was a breeze. For me personally, getting Skyla was the best decision I could have made for birth control."


"My son is 8 yrs old and could not hold anything down. The doctor gave him Zofran and he began to have hallucination! Well come to find out he is the 27 reported case in the U.S. He had to be sent to a children's hospital. My daughter is 2 and had Zofran she did really well. She did a complete 360 in minutes. Just goes to show how everybody is different."


"It was 3am and I had an itch that wouldn't go away so I tried this. It tingled a little in the beginning but the itch seems to be gone."


"I started Sprintec last November for my heavy periods, and for that it's working great. It has reduced my periods from 10 days to 5 days and after the first few months, they are now incredibly predictable. I know exactly when they'll start and end and what flow intensity to expect each day. They have also considerably lightened my periods. The only side effect I have noticed is weight gain. It may not have helped that I started the pill around the holidays, as I have found myself with a bigger appetite since starting Sprintec. I gained about 10lbs by about January (but I haven't gained since then due to changes in diet) and went up about 1.5-2 cup sizes (SO annoying since I'm an athlete). My butt and thighs also got noticeably bigger."


"After years of trying both stimulants & non-stimulants for my ADHD, Vyvanse has been a game changer. Its helped me to actually start LIVING life! Previously, I had the best results while on Adderrall, however the mid-afternoon "crash" left me irritable, moody, & feeling like my ADHD was, in a sense, magnified.Thank goodness Shire (developers of Adderrall) sat out to fix the negative side effects (or at least attempt to), but keep the positives.

For me, the dry mouth is way more intense than with other stimulants. I have also noticed a drastic decline in sex drive. I would not be able to afford Vyvanse (I don't have insurance) if it were not for the Shire Cares patient assist program."


"I am rating this as 'not effective' advertising. There is nothing that makes me want to avoid a product more than having their ad pop up over an article I'm trying to read, waiting for it to load, then having to close out of it without accidentally clicking on the add. I've seen this ad four times now. If I am ever on the market for a sleeping aid, I would dose myself with something else before buying this."


"Not bad"


"I have suffered 25 to 35 hot flashes day and night, heavily for around 2 years it has affected my quality of life in every way.
My work uniform saturated. Then in winter I get chills after the flashes that last up to four to five minutes.  Sometimes just over.
Anyway I asked the doc a few days ago for small dose of prozac.
I feel odd for sure. But not to bad. My triggers that I know of are smoking, tea, coffee, soda, icecream, chocolate...spices, etc. Everything I love.
Anyway I cut back on smokes and soda. Cut out heaps of spices.
This is day 2 of 10mg of prozac.
Will keep updating this thread.

Now day 6.
Flashes have become shorter and less intense.
I'm having maybe 4 at night. Compared to 12 to 15.
Through the day maybe 6.."


"I am giving this medication a second try since my dry eye condition (Sjogren's syndrome) has worsened. I am on my 4th day, twice a day, except for today bc I forgot, however, I'm getting a little frustrated bc my eyes actually feel a bit drier!
Out of fairness, to the medication, I will give it a fair and honest try, I plan to go three months, but if I see no improvement, I will have to give up.
I have given a Xiidra a 1 based on the fact that my eyes feel drier. The least of my problems are the temporary itching and blurring afterword, which last about 15 minutes."


"I have had to take Sublimaze for pain when the Dilaudid just doesn't help. It works. 1 cc intramuscularly worked very well."