"My first injection of Enbrel caused me more pain and stiffness then I had before I used the medicine. The right side of my body and my hands hurt so much... happens to be the side I injected. NO way is this for me, it made my skin red and so painful, my joints are stiff and I have so much more pain. My scalp is much more itchy. Also gave me chills and made me feel like I had the flu. I wish I could fine something to stop the pain and my joints from getting deformed."


"I have a severe case of narcolepsy and Nuvigil honestly did not work at all."


"So my insertion was August 2016. It was HORRIBLE. Everybody said it was gonna feel like a pinch and be over in 5 mins. The clamps that they used to extend your cervix hurt so much.  and they were having a really hard time inserting the IUD. I had to take numerous breaks I was in so much pain. I have multiple piercings nipples being one, multiple tattoos so pain isn't too much of a problem for me. After insertion that day I had terrible cramps.  I bled for 2.5 weeks. but 6 months later I love it. my periods are super light if I get it at all. No pain. I can't feel it during sex. and I'm still not pregnant. I am noticing I am a little extra emotional but it doesn't bother me"


"Well I'm only going thru menopause due too a total hysterectomy I had to get back in 2010 & have been having terrible HOTT flashes...yes it works but I started taking it in March of 2015 I was 152lbs and as of today I weigh 180...IT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN!!! I run & work out every day...prior to all this...so everybody says it looks good but watch out...that's a side effect(weight gain)!"


"I started Otezla Nov 2016. I don't find it effective for my Moderate to Severe psoriasis at all in fact I'm having breakouts in places that never had them before and to make my issues worse I'm riddled with pain unlike anything I had ever felt in my 42 yrs of being a psoriasis suffer. The worse pains happen when walking and I can only pin point 2 possible reasons for the pain OTEZLA or SYNTHROID or Combo of both. I started Otezla and Synthroid roughly same time but after reading many post the pain seems common with both meds. Personally I could try and deal with pain if Otezla worked better or at least not break me out in areas that never had them.

I eat a little before and after taking the pill and have not suffered Diarrhea or Nausea all."


"After trying nearly every SSRI on the market I was placed on Pristiq, which improved my condition somewhat, but still left me dependent on Xanax to alleviate my daily anxiety. After a particularly bad stretch I was also placed on Seroquel XR. It has helped more than I could have ever hoped for. I finally don't have to reach for a Xanax as soon as I wake up. It was very sedating for the first week after I started, and after increasing my dosage, but this has lessened with time. I do make sure to take it before bed, as it does make me tired as it kicks in, but I welcome this due to my problems with insomnia."


"My  scalp psoriasis began about 5 years, about the same time I was put on high blood pressure medication. I'm not sure if there is any connection.  I have tried all kinds of medicines as well as laser therapy with no success. Recently, I went to a new dermatologist who prescribed Taclonex with great success. However, if I stop using it for more than 3 days, the psoriasis starts up again. One of my complaints is I have a hard time washing it out of my hair. The day after I use the medicine, I wash my hair at least 4 x) and it still is greasy."


"I started Belviq a week ago. I have lost 7 pounds. Unlike my past dieting experiences, my stomach is not counting the minutes, hours until my next meal. This is an amazing treatment. It makes me feel full and also provides will power. I have never lost the desire to eat more before. I think this must be how normal eaters feel. It is wonderful. I had minor side effects: slight headache on and off for 2 days and some slight spaced out feeling for 2 days. My sister also started on the same day. She is having the same positive results. We were talking tonight and realized neither one of us had experienced our usually hot flashes since we started Belviq. We don't know why but not having them is great!"


"I was prescribed this medication due to my rheumatoid arthritis but I have also had plantar fasciitis for over a year. This has literally taken away at least 80% of my pain on my feet. I'm able to be active again."


"This medicine will work GREAT if you follow the proper eating habits and exercising.  I started this medication the last week of July 2010 and lost a total of 42 pounds to date.  My eating habits changed totally and I drink PLENTY of water everyday. I started walking and then gradually started running 2 miles everyday except for Friday's.  I slowed down recently because of the weather, but my weight still remains the same.  I still eat healthy for the most part, but I still treat my myself every now and then."


"My husband was recently diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, and the worst part was the hallucinations he was having of people coming in the house, threatening him, stealing things, hiding things and pretending to be me or one of his daughters.  There was no dealing with these imaginary people.  Our Neurologist suggested trying Donepezil (Aricept) and we started with 5 mg. and moved to 10 mgs since he had no side affects.  It was amazing: his hallucinations stopped completely by the third day!  They have never come back."


"Like many others, my pain doctor had me on gabapentin first, then after several months without relief, switched me to Lyrica. Without a generic version available, it can cost a small fortune depending on your insurance. Without any insurance, 100mg capsules 3X daily, 90 pills will cost upward of $600! With my Part D, and not qualifying for "Extra Help" through the state, I'm now paying $140 for a 2 week supply, $280 monthly. That's a car payment! I have no idea what to do once the free samples run out, it's a very good medication but unaffordable. If your doctor tells you gabapentin (Neurontin) works the same, chemically there's no difference, that just isn't true. It may be similar, but Lyrica works much better with significantly less mg's"


"I have been on this medication for about a week now. I am a type 1 diabetic. My sugars are extremely on the high side. It was like overnight it raised my sugars terrible. It has the complete opposite affect, my mind races. I pace , no sleep for me. So I think I need to be done with this. The not taking it verses the side effects. And I don't need this. So diabetics beware."


"Ive been on the pill for 11 months. It did get rid of my cystic acne, but I always had little zits all month. I take the pill at night and for the first week it gives me bad nausea. I have headaches around my period. I have terrible mood swings. I have completely lost my sex drive. I like that my periods on 2 or 3 days, but I spot everyday half way through the pack. The pills not terrible but its not good for me."


"My experience started out pretty good with sronyx and to be honest the bad trickled in so subtly that I didn't even realize anything had gone wrong until it hit me full force.
My periods used to be 2-4 months apart, but extremely painful when they finally hit.
Sronyx eventually started to fix that, although my first 2 packs I bled constantly all the way through until it stopped.
I went from an average 76 day cycle to now a 17 day cycle and every period that number gets lower.
My anxiety got out of control to the point where I needed professional help and I became physically ill with migraines and nausea that required hospital.
I have stopped taking the pill today and will be seeing my doctor first thing.
It's not worth it."


"Change my life. When I am off off meds I know the difference. Keeps me calm. Not nervous or upset all the times."


"This medication was a life saver for me as it helped me to overcome anxiety at work and allowed me to regain my focus. This also helped a lot with my irritable bowel syndrome issues! Only downfall was the first few weeks where I lost a lot of weight due to having no desire to eat and I had to switch to taking it at night because when I took it in the morning it made me dizzy and tired all day. I am taking 30mg once a day and have been on this for about 8 months. Hang in there if you just started the medication because it takes about a month to really kick in."


"I've had this for 5 days and have had NO problems. No spotting, cramps, anything! Love it"


"Start the pills with no issue, days 1 and 2 blood sugar is consistent with what I had been seeing. Day 3 blood sugar is improved, nothing above 127 all day!  Toward the end of the day I get Killer headache and can't move my fingers/wrist. Before I get home to the test strips I know I've got diabetic ketoacidoais with a blood sugar of 127!  I will not be giving farxiga another attempt at killing me."


"I've suffered restless legs syndrome since 2nd grade. It is a miserable affliction. I am now 51 and I experience it in my legs, arms and back as restlessness and pain starting after 7pm. Initially was on ropinirole, pramipexole for a few years. Those pills made me feel sleepy until 3 am at which time I'd wake up. A sleep specialist now has me on 1200mg of gabapentin and 50mg tramadol. For me, this combination works great. It relieves 100% of the restlessness and 90% of the pain and other uncomfortable sensations.
I've been able to fall asleep with this medicine combination. Glad it's available!"


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Suprep is not bad at all! Tastes like a weak slightly salty grape drink. You can't listen to everyone's bad experience until you've experienced it yourself. Took the first dose at 5pm and drank the 32oz of water within the hour after.  Started working within 30-40 min and continued for about an hour.  I already feel cleaned out yet still have to take the next dose at 10pm followed by another 32oz of water within the hour.  Hoping it works as fast as the first dose. Don't want to be up passed midnight.  Scheduled to be at surgery center for 8:30am!"


"my experience was very positive"


"I have been taking Trimeq for a little over 12 months. Right from. Very beginning I have had no side effects taking this medication. I don't take any other regular medications which seems to be what's behind the issues some others have. Before infection was was tested for HIV every three months so when I was diagnosed I made the decision to commence treatment immediately. I have  not once regretted this decision. The pathology tells the story the best:

Last tests before treatment: CD4- 670, VL 36,900

4 weeks after commencing treatment - CD4- 793, VL 43

12 months later - CD4 - 1167, Viral load undetectable

Frankly I have never felt better!"


"I started taking Victoza on October 30, 2016 weighing 221lb & by January 20, 2017 I had lost 29lb. I take the dosage 3.0, have changed my eating habits slightly (less fried foods), & I don't exercise. I've had no adverse side effects, I just stay full longer & no longer crave sweets. My only complaint is that it's so expensive even with insurance."


"I've been placed on Rexulti for Bipolar II. It is effective with my mood; however, I have experienced weight gain, muscle soreness, and even stopped getting my menstrual period. I am planning on trying something different."


"I'm on my second Botox. After first one I had blurred vision and have to read with my reading glasses. Still have a migraine but with Advil or fioricet with cup of coffee migraine i last between 1-5 hours. I was very happy not to have them for seventeen hours and be in dark room. However my second Botox didn't give me relieve I was expecting. So now for whole month I have droopy eyes, constant neck and shoulder pain, and every day migraine. I am planning to go for my third shot because help with migraine, I can take other pain but not migraine pain."


"I was on the shot for 2 years. I'm 5'3 120 pounds naturally. I weighed up to 130 while on the shot. It is extremely effective for protection against pregnancy. Although I have no sex drive and terrible mood swings and weight gain in abdomen, face and buttocks. The pros would be clear skin and effectiveness against pregnancy but wouldn't recommend it for short term birth control or for women who gain weight easily. Took my body almost a year to regulate itself after stopping."


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


"I am 18 and I started taking Lo Loestrin Fe about 3 weeks ago. I have horrible acne (on my face, back, chest, and shoulders) since I have been taking this birth control my acne is little to none, thank God! I did get my period while on the pill and it was already lighter and shorter compared to my usual 6-7 day hell. I did have spotting the first 2 weeks then it stopped. The only thing that is a bummer is breast tenderness (especially in the morning) my breast are swollen, but I don't think they will get bigger than my already 34D. My Gyno gave me 2 packs and my insurance is not going to cover."


"I was pretty terrified to try it out hearing & seeing all these bad reviews. I got my first shot in November, around the time my period was ending. So far, that was my last period. The first month, I did get a little bit of cramping which I usually don't get. I haven't had any cramping since then. & also by the time I was due for my second period, I spotted instead for maybe 10 days (my periods usually last 5-7 days) & it seemed like it was more like discharge than it did spotting. Again, that's been it, no more periods so far nor spotting. As for gain weight, I may have gained a few pounds,  honestly not sure. I never step on a scale. But nothing drastic. I just recently got my second Depo on February 12th, we'll see if all goes well."


"I was prescribed this medicine for treatment of Meniere's disease (constant vertigo & hearing loss due to excess fluid in the ear) this medicine knocks me out for at least 10 hours even after a small dose. It takes my dizziness away but it knocks me on my butt and I can't go to work for at least a day if I have to take it."


"Using for one week now with the starter pack. It's already working and I am satisfied. I intend to continue with this treatment."


"My son was prescribed this for anxiety and racing thoughts...

Helped initially with improved mood... but very tired. After a week or 2 noticed noticed increase in impulsive behaviour... lying, stealing, cheating, rudeness. Sleep remain reduced and diarrheoa and headaches.

We have finally reduced it off... but still quite emotiinal"


"Gabapentin is my happy pill. Best Anxiety medication I've ever had."


"I guess it helps with the anxiety. It affects my memory horribly, I can't think of simple words, I miss exits on the freeway, I forget where I am going, etc. It makes me nauseous and gives me diarrhea.  Just when I am starting to feel better, it is time to take it again.  I take 100mg 3 times a day.  I have only been on it a couple of weeks, so I keep hoping the side effects will go away.  I still get anxious when I am faced with my main stressor, but it is not as severe (not the full blown panic attack), just the pain in my stomach, choking in my throat, feeling like my heart is pounding in my head, chest, etc., so it does help some."


"I love reading all the positive reviews and am happy for those getting results but this isn't for me. I was nauseated day 1. I  haven't felt good since. I persisted until 2 weeks, but I've now became quite irritable and experience horrible migraines as well as blacked out twice. Apparently weight loss is great for everyone from day one so I realize now that this isn't working for me. I haven't lost a pound. Good luck to everyone else taking it with great results!"


"I was prescribed topamax as a migraine preventative & had a terrible experience from it. Not only did it fail to prevent migraines, it made me develop kidney stones. I had never had one before using this awful drug,which also made me feel constantly tired & forgetful. The worst part is that once you kidney stones your body is more susceptible to getting them again & you most certainly will. For anyone unfamiliar with the pain from kidney stoned I can assure you it is sheer agony. And even worse is the hellacious migraine that lasts for days that comes along with it. It's so bad that even medicines like imitrex won't work on it. There are blogs & websites which tell of the awful experiences people have had with this drug. Beware."


"Started this 11 weeks ago. I am so so sad right now. I have been having horrible hair loss the past couple weeks and couldn't figure out why. Just figured out it is the Tazorac! Read up on the side effect of hair loss. It's really bad. My hair was so healthy and nice. I literally have almost bald areas with sparse hairs over my ears and my front hairline. It feels thin everywhere but I can't see it. Stay away from Tazorac."


"I've been on this pill for 4 years now. At first I would only get spotting from month to month. After the first few months, my period stopped altogether. I have 0 side effects. I wondered if my lowered sex drive was a cause of the pill but I recently ended my relationship and realized it was not the pill. Everyone is different but I wish all had similar experiences to me! Absolutely love this pill and have no desire to switch or take anything else. *was on generess fe before loloestrin which gave me sharp stabbing pains in the chest near my heart. Once I switched the pains went away."


"Xanax has helped me tremendously, I was having severe anxiety attacks real bad! My doctor at the time worked next door with in the same buliding/office, and he had witnessed my attacks and finally prescribed me just 1 mg Xanax, and he told me to take 1 half in the morning and 1 half at evening. It took a while but finally I was attack free. I feel like I can live my life now!"


"I definitely would give this for heroin or sub withdrawal. I had been on a 12 year on binge with opiates  and I can finally say I'm done with the whole life style nothing changes or gets better when you're using.  Even though I was able to really  be functional addicted  I'm done using.  All the money I've spent to stay well and just to make it to the next day. I'm done begin left in despair. I don't need drugs  to be normal.  It's just a way of killing yourself in many ways. Get help, do whatever you got to do, to finally stay clean. Never give up"


"I'm about 4 months in, the first month was pretty dreadful. I was sick all the time, even to the point were I was throwing up. After that however it became much more bearable. Acne has somewhat cleared up, but also put on like 10 pounds. Even with my active lifestyle. That might be because I'm reaching my 30s? I've lost some of my sex drive though which is a bit depressing. Cramps aren't as intense. Overall I'm pretty happy with it."


"I took this medicine for 7 days lost my appetite the 3rd day, worsen my insomnia, it did not help with anxiety. By the 7th day I felt even worst finally decide to come off it. This is my second day off Prozac and I still cannot eat, sleep still have bad anxiety and feeling sick to my stomach and cannot eat anything, I'm extremely nauseated, haven't ate much in 4-5 days. I hope my appetite comes back soon! This med did not work for me it made me feel horrible."


"It helped a little with the pain, not a whole lot though."


"Asacol did not work well for me. It was no different from generic. I switched to this from Lialda to save money but it didn't work and I had to switch back."


"I remember reading these after I took Plan B so I thought I'd come back to help. I was on my last day of my period when the condom broke and he finished in me. We drove straight to the drugstore and got Plan b, took it in 30 minutes max. 4 days later I had light bleeding for about 3 days. The month went by, and it was terrible. Most anxiety I've ever had. My period finally came December 5, 2 days late! I know it's hard but relax it will be okay."


"I started taking Strattera a few weeks ago for ADD. I have noticed it makes me really calm compared to my usual ways. It helps me focus a little better than I used to but I am still not really focused during class. I take 80mg a day, yes I know that's a lot but that's what was prescribed for me. I have completely lost my appetite. Some days go by and I realize I haven't eaten anything. I have lost 10 lbs. Other than that it just gives me a really dry mouth. I always take over the counter sleep aids so I always sleep fine. I wonder if I should try Adderall? Concerta I have already tried and did not like it."


"I started victoza on 3/6/17 and have had a great experience so far. No side effects and it suppresses my hunger all day, I have to make myself eat and it doesn't take much to fill me when I do. I just don't want food and have had to find certain things that I can actually eat and like because it just doesn't taste the same anymore. I am drinking plenty of water though. I'm excited to see how much weight I can lose with this along with watching what I eat. No carbs, lots of greens and fruits I do allow myself 3 to 4oz of chicken or lean beef aday."


"Was having a very difficult time controlling my blood sugar.  My A1C reached 9.1 and I was hospitalized for three days, then sent to an endocrinologist.  He put me on Victoza 1.8ML once a day and an Invokana 300MG once a day.  Within 2 three months I was at 5.9 A1C and average 110 blood sugar.  I have lost close to 40 lbs.  There have been some side effects, constipation, cramping, and thirst.  These have all faded and become less extreme after being on the combo for just over 6 months.  I would never change this medication.  It truly has changed my life.  Had to change insurance this year and it was a battle to get the Invokana approved but they relented. Thank goodness.  FYI  I have taken, Glipizide, Glimerpride, Metformin, Actos and Insulin."


"I got the Nexplanon rod put in last May. I had spotting for about 3 months, complete loss of sex drive, insane irritability and mood swings, and gained 30 pounds. I am a very healthy eater and exercise regularly. I got my implant taken out yesterday, thank goodness. Absolutely hated my experience."


"I used to take the regular combined pill and would OFTEN get terrible migraines with black auras. It was really scary. Now that I'm on this for a mini pill I really haven't gotten them. I never took any other mini pill but this is way better for me than all the reg pills. My periods are SO much lighter and shorter. Yes I have gained weight and emotional sensitivity. But now that I know they are just side effects I know I can deal with them. I would take this over the scary migraine and heavy fainting periods anytime. I really think it depends on the individual how you like it. Also I really think you need to chew it like it says. I read somewhere that the enzymes in your saliva or stomach or whatever need to break it down properly."


"I have been super depressed for eight years. The only thing I wanted to do is find methadone or other pain pills. I tried many antidepressants and none did a thing for me. I have had my life back for over a year now thanks to Suboxone. I go to a therapy program for it because I cannot get into a doctor but I am trying to because I pay way too much for a one hour group therapy once a week just so I can see their doctor once a month."


"I was on Topimax 1000mg a day for approximately 10 years.  Yes, I experienced the side effects of tingling in my fingers & toes sporadically.  Had a migraine maybe 1 time/year (prior I had 2 migraines a week) Finally, the Topimax became ineffective (body probably was immune) and switched to Depakote 250 mg a day (125 mg in the morning and 125 mg at bedtime).  No headache! I did gain 15-20 pounds in the first 3 months- I was well aware of the possible weight gain. Weight gain is well worth it - when the alternative is migraines.  Have to weigh pro's & con's.  Also I take OTC 5-HTP to combat the fuzziness and such.  Can't complain...."


"I've had MDD for over 19 years and have been on numerous antidepression medications. Most recently my Dr switched me to Trintellix. I took it at night after reading about nausea side effect and had very little. Did have some itching (stopped within 2 weeks) and had bad irritability.  My Dr added a small dose of Abilify and the irritability went away within a week. Thinking of switching from Abilify as add-on to Wellbutrin instead because of large weight gain which primary Dr thinks is from the Abilify. Overall it helped me a lot when nothing else was working anymore."


"I LOVE the patch!! I was on the pill for a long time (about 3-4 years) and tried 4 different ones. They mainly made me sick to my stomach, or have crazy mood swings/ aggression. In college I found it harder to take the pill on time and wanted to try different, more permanent birth controls. I tried nuvaring with no success (unfortunately it would move around too much and be quite uncomfortable), and the shot for 6 months (which made me horribly depressed, and was the first birth control to cause weight gain for me).

Then, I cam across the patch!! it is amazing. I lost some weight, my breasts grew a bit (a side effect I didn't want), and no mood swings! No nausea, and no appetite fluctuations. If anything, i'd say it curbed my appetite."


"Amazing, I have been taking only 50 mg of this for 8 weeks. I have lost 31 lbs 3 sizes, I don't feel racey or speedy or weird, I feel good, if I miss a dose I don't feel it. Missed it for 4 days and didn't gain any weight. I am also eating really well and exercising! I recommend this if you have tried other things and they haven't been successful. I am a 31 year old mother of 5. Nothing else worked this is my miracle!"


"I took this for my Raynaud's and it did help when it was cold, but when I was warm I found myself getting really hot and sweaty when no-one else was. Another thing is DO NOT DRINK WHILE ON THIS TABLET!
I did one night and had lots of problems. Apart from that it does what it says."


"16 years ago I was in the hospital doing a medical detox for heroin and cocaine. I was the worst patient on our hall and have barely any memory of the six days that I was there because I was given Thorazine to help me cope with the severity of my  withdrawals. I then went to a treatment facility directly after and was given two more injections of Thorazine when I got there because my withdrawals were still very bad. Within a few days I realized that my vision was double. I looked in the mirror and realized my left eye was crossed. I had decomposition esophoria.
 My left eye was crossed for six months. I was lucky! It could've been permanent and they would've had to operate."


"I have had Implanon since June of 2010.  So far I love this method - I get so excited when talking about it. I think most of my friends are tired of feeling my arm. I haven't noticed any severe change in mood or weight, however there was an increase in acne on my face and on my back (which I've never had).  I had an unusually long 12 day period in early July, but haven't had another one since. Occasionally I feel like I am cramping. For me, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks by far! I can't imagine what I did before getting it."


"At the 2 wk mark of taking imuran, I started having a terrible headache. My body started to ache. I couldn't get comfortable not matter what I did and I had trouble sleeping. I had a fever, I had chills and I sweated worse than being at the gym.  My urine was golden dark yellow and my skin was pale.  I was tested for the flu which was negative and my blood test results were normal (as normal as can b for a lupus patient). My dr thought I had a virus but told me to stop taking the imuran. Within a little over 24 hours, the headache started going away, the urine went back to normal color and my body was feeling better."


"I have taken soma for at least 5 years and all of a sudden my new doctor took me off and put me on flexril, it does not work at all nothing like soma to let me sleep through the night without hopping up with muscles cramps.  I have had back surgury 3 times and have nerve damage that will not heal, soma helps in many ways relaxation helps me sleep and no muscle cramps hope my doctor will see fit to put me back on them I hurt so much."


"I am 49 yr old female with a lifetime of insomnia.  I had been taking Ambien for sleep for over a decade for my insomnia, but had been waking up during the night, cooking, cleaning, drawing, etc., so my doctor suggested I try 50 mg Seroquel instead.  I've been taking it two weeks now, and I am sleeping and waking alert (YES!) and not semi foggy...you all know that feeling right?  Added benefit is I am less anxious through out the day."


"Hey it worked for me with no side effects at all"


"Very expensive though."


"After years on Ortho, they forced me to switch when my insurance no longer covered it.  My skin broke out, I gained 10lbs, my libido was non-existent, I sweat constantly and between migraines...which lasted for 2.5 out of 3 weeks I was on the pill...I had depression and breakthrough bleeding.  Not something I would recommend."


"I am 20 years old and this is my fourth birth control. I have had problems with ovarian cysts since I was 14 so my doctor put me on birth control to help with the pain and cramping every month. I am going my second month on Loestrine and so far I love it. I have been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Yaz and Necon and they all made me depressed, horrible mood swings (always angry at the world), weight gain,and did not help with the acne. I know it's only been a month but I have experienced mild headaches, breast tenderness but they have grown and I love it (I was not blessed with breasts) and mild cramping. My periods in the past lasted 5-7 days but with this it has lasted only 4. I will definitely give this a shot seeing as it's my last resort."


"I have been using for almost 1 month using only one dose a day instead of two and have lost 10pds so far with only minimal exercise. I have had dry mouth at times and notice I cry more often when exposed to a sad situation. Overall I am very pleased with the decrease in appetite and weight loss. I am praying that I do not experience any major side effects...I still need to loose another 30 to 40pds."


"I took Tri Sprintec for 3 years and the first 2.5 years were great! Very effective at preventing pregnancy and even lightened my periods.  However after that I started to feel very nauseated my first week of a pack and then became so depressed during the second week that I could not get out of bed.  I know others who have had this experience after extended use."


"I tried for 2 yrs after a major life change to get my life back.    All the snri's and ssri's gave me the worst side effects and I became more depressed dizzy migraines and suicidal.    This wasnt me and every doctor wrote me off as being a bad patient.     I was ready to throw in the towel and tried a low dose of wellbutrin and OMG.   2 months later I was completely myself and 6 mos later im medication free.    Dont give up keep trying.   I thought my life was over and was a difficult patient.   Dont let message boards or doctors rule your life.   If something isnt working dont stay on it!"


"My 8 year old son was given this after his molar extraction. We hesitated to give it to him but that was expected. Afterwards he didn't complain of pain, didn't think it would be that effective. He did however complain about feeling sleepy and drowsy and wanting to get up and play."


"At the age of sixty I've dealt with gout 3 to 5 times a year for about ten years. I never take it until I have a flare up. Having an aversion to meds of any kind  I sometimes wait for a week or two, enduring debilitating pain, before I begin titration of allopurinol. It always goes away within a few days. I used to wonder if it was coincidence that it subsided after I take it. After having around 30 bouts with gout I'm convinced this drug works very well for me"


"On day 18 I take linzess 290 as prescribed every morning and still go days without a bm or when it does work, I have to go all day.  I also have a constant belly ache.  The doctor said it should even out after 3 to 4 weeks.  I won't be able to find out as I can't afford it as it costs over $300, and that is with the linzess coupon that claims you pay only $30! What a scam"


"I have taken anti-depressants since the age of 40. This one helps a lot in my thoughts of suicide. I was very suicidal a couple of weeks ago and this med has help quite down the thoughts of suicide to a point where I can consider treatment for my depression. This med is helping me to ignore the voices in my head that tell me to kill myself.

The only side effect I have is insomnia.   I can live with that."


"Got first shot Jan 2012. Side effects night sweats, hot flashes, headache and muscle ache all bearable but hot flashes have interfered with sleep. Just got 2nd shot this wk 4-24-12. Have sore throat and headache, seem to be more agitated and irritable. Hot flashes are a bit worse and headaches are coming back . Overall if this is the jist of side effects all worth it to make sure cancer if spread does not come back. Had hysterectomy Nov 2011 and found cancer in uterus. Drs said it was contained to uterus but for safety precautions put me on Lupron."


"I was skeptical to try Implanon because of all of the negative reviews. I had never taken a birth control before but I am extremely happy with choosing Implanon! The procedure didn't hurt but it did leave a bruise on my arm for about a week. I have not had any negative side effects except acne, but that is common with anything that is changing your hormones.

All my friends are on the pill and they always complain that they 'forgot' to take one or they have to go to the pharmacy. Implanon is very convenient and I'm happy I have it instead of pills or having to worry about keeping up with a shot!

If you are interested in Implanon try it out! If it works for you, you won't be sorry!"


"I have had this BC since June 30th 2014. The process of putting it in wasn't bad at all about a month after it being put in I had called my obgyn complaining of pain in my arm where the bar was placed she completely disregarded anything I was saying and then told me it was just a pulled muscle with out even checking. Its been almost a year now and the side effects are horrific I've had weight gain, real bad mood swings, hair lose, migraines , dizziness , blurred vision,black outs, pain in my arm, bad twitches, insomnia, rls (restless leg syndrome) and now they are refusing to remove it due to inability to pay and no insurance. But having all these problems when you are a stay at home mother of 2 young ones is not a good thing."


"Anger, moodiness, hopelessness, irritability, trouble making cohesive thoughts, very serious suicidal urge.

Same day after first pill of 500 mg."


"Lo Loestrin was a MIRACLE for my face. I struggled with acne as a young teenager and it eventually cleared in time, but when I went off to college my stress level sky rocketed. I got switched to Lo Loestrin and haven't had a zit since then. I have combination to oily skin type and I have noticed a big difference in to amount of oil on my skin! It's even helped even my skin tone out! Love love love this brand!"


"I have been on many different SSRI's and sertraline has worked much better than any other medicine.  I've been on it for about 5 years now.  The only suggestion I have is to make sure you have regular contact with your doctor because I have the dose changed every once in a while to suit my needs."


"I started Gilotrif/Afatinib 7 days ago. I can feel tumor shrinking, I can move now -I use to be so stiffed.

I was diagnosed NSCLC Lung Cancer stage 4. My diagnoses is EGFR exon 19 so this meds is perfect for my mutation.

After one day on Gilotrif, I had diaarhea. But the doctor gives me Loperamide to counter the side effect. Also - I avoided food - I simpy stay on BRATT's diet means clean food. So I was able to manage the diaarhea. Well - I got acne rash on my face. That does  not  bother me.The worst side effect is the SORE mouth. I cannot eat nor swallow any liquid. My Oncologist gives prescribed a meds called " Magic mouthwash & Nystatin Oral suspension" .  Hopefully I can manage the sore mouth, then I am a happy user.."


"After years of coughing all day, and sitting up choking many many nights with a sinus infection, my ENT in Tennesee, finally prescribed me dymista!  My infection went away with NO antibiotic. Now I don't cough at all! What a gift this is to my family. I do blow my nose immediately, since I'm sensitive to meds and I don't want extra. And I did have one or two anxiety attacks after taking, but I'm out of the Drs office and not coughing!!!! Coughing is exhausting. Praise God I am healed!"


"This is the worst birth control I have ever been on! I am 31 years old and recently had the nexplanon removed. BIG MISTAKE!!! I never write reviews but this birth control is the DEVIL!! While on the nexplanon I never had cramps, bloating, breast tenderness, or horrible mood swings. Glidess I have all these symptoms plus paranoia, and depression. I have been taking these pills for a month and half and never have felt more insecure in my life. The weight gain is an issue as well, I gained 12 pounds within the 1st month. I realized that this birth control was making me feel crazy, anxious  and not myself so I made an app.t for my OBGYN for a better option. I cant wait to throw these pills down the drain. Hope this is helpful."


"I had an aclasta infusion last Wednesday, had 3 day of aches and pains and on Saturday suffered a mild stroke and spent 2 days in hospital.  There was no other reason for the stroke, (no brain bleed, no vein tears in my neck, no high cholestrol).  It didn't affect my speech, but did affect my balance numbness and weakness down my left side and swaying when I walk.  Severe headache and nausea.  It started with a sore neck and headache in the centre of my neck and has now spread along the whole bag of my neck and starting to go up into my head.   I would not recommend this to anyone."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"Honestly the worst thing I have ever drank in my entire life, the texture was so bizarre, was prescribed 2L to drink only managed 1.25L because I kept vomiting. Was ok though because it still cleared my bowel ready for my colposcopy and endoscopy."


"I would HIGHLY recommend against taking these pills. I took them and had a very bad reaction to them. Not only did my bv come back about a week later, but i developed some facial discoloration that has lasted about five months. If you do have bv, take medication vaginally, NOT the pills."


"I had Propofol for a colonoscopy; felt a very slight burning sensation in my hand as the medication went into the IV and in a few seconds I was out like a light.  I woke up as they were about to wheel my gurney out of the procedure room, completely alert with no hangover effect or grogginess."


"Kadian is probably the strongest narcotic pain reliever I have used, maybe equal to fentanyl. If all else fails this stuff should do the trick."


"I started taking Epitol 2 1/2weeks ago. I know I'm supposed to wait for the medicine to enter my system but it's made me so sick already. I started on a medium dose for 7 days then bumped up to more twice a day. Well I dropped myself down because my doctor appointment isn't for a while and It's making me so sick! It makes me dizzy, unsteady, my head "floats", and I even swear Ive been more depressed. I'm hoping it's just a dosage and time thing because it's a very inexpensive medicine and I need that!"


"I have been a smoker for 45 years.  I have quit 4-5 times in my life, never lasting more than one year and often sneaking one or two or more during the time I was quit (though a real quit is NOT ONE PUFF EVER).

This time, I cut down my smoking for one week on Chantix from one pack a day to up to 5 cigarettes a day... I would try different things during this time....like driving around in car without any cigarettes in it, not smoking after a meal....etc.  It helped me recognize my TRIGGERS which were just about everything. At one week on Chantix I quit.  I have only been taking it for 3 weeks, but, I can only call it my miracle drug.....as I remain smoke free and the withdrawals LESS than any prior quit."


"It keeps my head more clearer in thought. The voices have toned down and less hallucinations. I just do not like some of the side effects but I got used to them after a while."


"I woke up feeling pretty good, like after you've had a good night's rest and feel slightly euphorically sleepy. I asked if I was going to see the doctor and the nurse said the doctor already came. I had no memory of time I was awake. Then had energy the rest of the day, was talkative, went to the movies, felt great but slightly racy, like just a little too much coffee. It was the next day, when it took me forever to even remember what I had for breakfast. I actually had to strain to remember. Then I realized I couldn't read anything. It was like my brain was "slipping" all day long. It's been 48 hours now and I feel like I'm almost back to normal but am going to take it easy for a few days, not do a lot of driving and running around."


"I love that I chose to use Implanon as birth control. I have had very minimal side effects (just a little fatigued at times), and have only had 2 periods in 6 months. I generally have good reactions to birth control, and if you do, too, I would definitely recommend this!"


"This is my second time taking Paxil. For me, it is the only medication that has been effective in treating my anxiety. I've taken just about every medication for anxiety over the past 10 years. In my early 20s, I took Paxil for about 6 months and experienced sexual side effects but only gained about 5lbs. It was horrible to come off of Paxil and I experienced dizziness, headaches, and nausea. I am currently 29 and I started taking Paxil again about 5 months ago due to increased anxiety. While it has been effective in helping me to lead a normal life with minimal anxiety, it has caused horrible weight gain. I gained 15lbs in the past 3 months which is a lot for my petite frame at 5.1'. Due to the weight gain I am currently attempting stop"


"I put the pill in and within 15 minutes I was in excruciating pain. I had chemical burns on the inside of my vagina and I had to go to the ER. The doctor said that 20% of women who try this drug experience an extreme reaction. Save yourself the pain and just go to your doctor first. I can't take it so I wouldn't recommend it but not everyone will have the same experience. But just in case, go to your doctor, please!!!!!"


"I got the Liletta on 5/25/17 (2mo PP/C-Section). The insertion was very painful "


"I'm 50, I quit drinking 3 years ago, and have been on meds for high blood pressure, and high Cholesterol. I had shoulder surgery in January, and the pain has been terrible. I have been taking pain meds. I have had no desire, or no ability to perform sexually over the past couple years. My doctor tested and my T was only 100. Extremely low. He started me on the patch, and after 3 days, I haven't noticed much change, I'm hoping it kicks in, and I get the results I am looking for. My insurance does cover all but $30, so that's a plus. Hoping for the best."


"I am 23, for age reference. My mother talked me into getting this back in February (2014). Since then, I have had horrendous breakouts on my cheeks, chest and my back; I haven't had problems with acne ever. When I don't wear makeup, my face is paler than usual. My energy is gone, I've become anemic and like most others, sex sounds 'meh.' I have had maybe ten days of NON bleeding. I swear I keep Kotex in business. As far as the birth control aspect, it works great; I don't want to get it on at all! I'm giving it until August (the 6th month mark) to see if my body accepts it. However, at this point, I'm over it."


"I took Parnate in the hospital.  It's the second most wonderful thing to ever have happened to my brain, after ECT.  But it tried to kill me.  But that was due to a drug interaction.  Don't take a high dose of Parnate (60 mg) with more than 150 mg of trazodone.  I did.  I had two hypertensive crises.  My BP was 208/163.  It was extremely painful.  But I would go back to Parnate in a second, just without the trazodone.  Look up the drugs it interacts with before you take something with it.  I felt cheerful, I started laughing again for the first time in years.  Until the hypertensive stuff happened my team was talking discharge.  And I came in very sick.  Parnate is great."


"I have had RA for nine years that was managed well with Plaquenil for eight and it stopped working.  I tried Enbrel with Methotrexate and Prednisone for nine months.  Vectra-DA test showed high RA disease activity with Interleukin 6 protein as main culprit.  Discontinued Enbrel and began Actemra self injections.  Two days after sixth dose, I woke nearly pain free.  It has continued to improve the last several weeks, as well as reduced stiffness and fatigue.  Only side effect has been an occasional mild headache.  For me, the Vectra test and Actemra have been game changers in the management and treatment of my disease.  I could not be more pleased."


"I've had GERD and Gastroparesis for over 10 years. Protonix is the only medicine I've found to help control the GERD. As long as I take it twice a day as instructed I do not have acid reflux."


"I am a 52 year old male. I started Belviq on 1/20/15. I started at 231lbs. My main problem was no willpower and a love of food. While Belviq did not get rid of my hunger, it brought it within my "willpower zone". Assisted by a calorie counter app I have lost 25 lbs in 44 days. There were no adverse effects for me. I exercise 3x a week and really eat whatever I want, as long as I stay under my calorie target for the day. Belviq has given me the head start I needed to live a more healthy life."


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"I decided, reluctantly, to try Chantix.
I am 44 years young. I started smoking when I was 12 years young. January 21, 2011 was the day I last smoked a cigarette. I was very skeptical.
I thought I would literally die smoking.
It is so much easier to breathe. I don't smell like smoke anymore.
Towards the end of my medicine supply, I became a little scattered. I felt like I couldn't concentrate on my college papers. I stopped taking the pills with only 2 left.
I know one shouldn't boast or brag about his or her accomplishments, but this is one accomplishment I am proud of myself for. I added another 10 years to my life. I still have a very, very slight urge once in a while, but my willpower is stronger. Thanks Chantix!"


"I was born with it in  I was on meds had the liquid kind and then got older they put me on the pills   and I am 20 years old they put me on triumeq  and its going good   but I just gain weight  but it cool always work out I am trying not to be lazy now"


"I have been depressed or 4 years and diagnosed with Bi-polar disorder with psychotic features for over a year now. I was on tons of medications. Seroquel was supposed to be the "miracle" medicine, but Saphris blows it out. After being hospitalized 4 times for multiple reasons, medications and medications later nothing worked, but 6 months later after being on Saphris I feel a whole lot better. No more voices, shadows, a few mood swings here and there but no manic episodes."


"I never believed I could stop smoking. I had accupuncture, laser therapy and hypnotherapy. I didn't manage to stay stopped. The patches irritated my skin. I then tried champix and gradually greatly cut down the habit without thinking about. I felt nauseous sometimes but felt it was worth it. I got a bit depressed after about 3 weeks but this happened at the same point no matter which method I tried so I don't think the Champix caused it, I think the loss of a 45yr habit would  be more likely to cause low mood
I'm now 4yrs nicotine free and could not have achieved it without Champix. It's not for everyone but in my opinion it is the easiest method. The only willpower required was to take the tablets and not to buy cigarettes. Money is great."


"I've been using Lunesta for almost a week now and it's wonderful!  It puts me to sleep relatively quickly (20 minutes as opposed to the several hours it usually takes).  It keeps me asleep 8 hours, sometimes longer if I don't have to work in the morning.  There is a bit of a "nasty" taste in the mouth in the morning but it isn't that bad and goes away after breakfast and teeth brushing.  Also the first few days I was a little drowsy still after waking up probably because the medicine was still in effect and my body wasn't used to so much sleep at once.  Now I wake up energized and I would definitely recommend this medicine to others!  A little pricey though."


"I think it’s crazy that medicine specifically prescribed to opioid users will cause opioid withdrawal. Forget that! Take Linzess ! I’ve been on Suboxone for 3 years. I’ve had terrible constipation and when I would finally go, it would be rock solid and extremely painful. Linzess has been life changing. I go everyday. I’m on the highest dosage, the low dosage did absolutely nothing at all. Being constipated is a big deal. It’s awful! My heart goes out to anyone who suffers from it."


"I have taken clarithromycin on two separate occasions for treatment of Helicobacter Pylori both times. One time was approximately 7 years ago and then again about 3 years ago. I am about to start another round along with amoxicillin and bismuth, which is Pepto Bismol. Clarithromycin leaves a horrible metallic taste in my mouth. I am not looking forward to taking it again. The only thing that seemed to relieve this momentarily was chocolate. I kept Hershey's kisses with me all the time. I would even have to get up in the middle of the night and eat one. The taste was so bad that I couldn't even go back to sleep. A nurse told me that she had heard this worked. After eradication, try Oregano oil, grapefruit seed extract, and tumeric daily."


"I'm 18 years old and just got my first one today along with two other shots which were required for school. Hurt like hell compared to the other two. Maybe less than a minute after I started to feel dizzy, nauseous, vision blurred, had difficulty breathing, threw up... Nearly fainted, had to be brought to a bed via wheelchair. Probably the worst I have ever felt. Hours later, can barely move my arm without feeling pain, even though the other arm (which got two shots) feels fine.
I'm not going to say no one should get this - fainting is obviously better than cancer. I personally would not do it again, especially considering I do not plan to have sex later in life."


"I am still having problems with a bad taste in my mouth, no appetite, nausea after taking a single dose over a week ago. I suffered a very bad headache for 3 days after the dose. It was miserable."


"I had been taking this for a really long time and it worked....for a while. I take 60 mg and it seems to be doing nothing now. I was just prescribed a booster and I really hope it works. I am miserable I have moderate to severe intrusional thoughts."


"Well it has now been about 18 days since insertion and the spotting comes and goes as it pleases and I'm cranky some days. Some days I don't bleed at all other days its bright red spotting other days its like a Brown color spotting. Getting frustrated with the a spotting, but my Dr. says its normal and in having more acne than normal. So thats the not so great. Heres the great my sex drive has went up ALOT lol and I have lost about 5 lbs. And my migraines have cut down over half of what I normally get I don't know if its the liletta or not but its nice not to have migraines every day (been dealing with them for 10 years) So there's an update on my liletta experiance. Ill post another update in a month or so hopefully with better news lol..."


"Started taking Prograf in July of 2011 for my heart transplant, except for some slight itching and for a little fluid in my ankles, this drug has worked wonders. "


"Medicine works for me for about 4 hours. I was experiencing terrible rebound redness after that, however (which gets much worse when using Mirvaso multiple days in a row). What I've found, similar to others on this list, is that by using a very small amount (about half of what's recommended) and applying it along with sunscreen or moisturizer, I'll get most of the benefit without the rebound.

The other thing that I do is frankly use it infrequently and try not to use it for more than 2 days in a row. So while I'm not getting a constant benefit, it helps when I need it to for public events."


"Taste was offensive to me - like a cough syrup but sweet.  Worked well.  Apply Boudreaux's Butt Paste to avoid a raw bottom.  Best advice my DR has given me.  No cramping but did feel nauseous because I didn't like taste nor texture.  Other than that not as bad as I thought it was going to be."


"I had a bulging disk and sciatica pain that was unbearable. I had my first surgery a disk discectomy on L5-S1. I got maybe 50% relief. Numbness was gone but still had all the back pain. Was sent to a pain management doctor, I was treated like a drug addict seeking pills. I fired him and thank goodness I found another compassionate caring doctor who treats me as a human being that is in pain. I have been on long term 60mg a day. 10mg every 4 hours. Oxycodone works to knock down the pain to tolerable levels. From a solid 8 down to a 2 on the pain scale. I have been on it so long that I do not get the high from it anymore, but the pain gets lowered to tolerable levels. I have since had a back fusion on that disk and have noticed I am getting better."


"I have tried everything from regular Xanax to Klonopin. I was a severe crack addict and being on any medication scared the day lights out of me (as I was trying to live a life free of drugs) but my doctor prescribed me Xanax XR 1 x a day and I FEEL GREAT! My husband of a year went from walking on eggshells around me to loving every waking moment with me! It has helped with my fight of crack cocaine as well!  It helps with my highs and lows of my Bi-polar disorder as well. My anxiety is very minimal now and I am so very thankful for this medication. I am also on Depakote 500mg at night for my epilepsy and my bi-polar disorder."


"Have had the shot twice now. About to get my third. There's been some irregular bleeding. And it's mostly after sex. But no full period. No cramps, PMS, never wear  tampons or pads anymore.  It's been very efficient! I've taken tests just to be sure too! "


"It's probably the best birth control I've taken so far! When I first started using bc, my doctor had put me on the standard combination pill (hormone with estrogen) and I had to be taken off it because it was giving me high blood pressure, that and along with a family history of high blood pressure. They suggested I start taking Lyza which is also known as a "mini" pill or "pop" since it only has the hormone present in it. I've been taking it for little over 2yrs. now and I have to say it's been great. I haven't had any major symptoms at all. My periods are practically nonexistent at this point and very irregular, which might be a little scary for some women who are not use to taking the pill."


"i had taken prozac for 3 years and had been off for 1 year. In the 3 years that i took it, it was really amazing. I stopped having irrational thoughts, stopped feeling hopeless and could make a decision without going crazy. I stopped taking it after 3 years thinking that i may not need it any more. The depression  came back gradually during this time getting worse day by day. Nothing bad was happening in my life during this time. My doc. classifies this as clinical depression. So currently i am back on prozac and feel normal again. I realize that i may have to take it for a long time and i am perfectly fine with that."


"I started on this medicines years ago-4 times a day. MRI showed I spasmed every inch of bowel-horrible pain. Now, I take 2 at bedtime. Has been a life saver, still have episodes but not as frequent.  I recommend this to anyone who suffered as I did.  It will show up on a drug screen as a benzodiazepine, just make sure you have a script from your doctor. I have insomnia, so it does a double duty, just can't take it during the day and work. "


"My husband takes Saphris 5 mg twice a day for bipolar depression. He was having delusions and psychosis as well as paranoia. Since starting the Saphris these have stopped, but there are times when he is very stoned acting, like a zombie. He isn't responsive or talkative a lot of the time. His sex drive has also become non existent almost and he suffers from ED when we do have sex.  It's so difficult when you have a disease like BD and then you have to take these meds, which help some of the symptoms but bring on others that are unwanted. It's like what do you do? My husband says being stoned is better than what he was experiencing before though. Saphris is also pretty expensive, but they do have a card that you can use for discounts."


"I been on Neplanon for 5 months now, at first it was cool spotting for 2 days then stop. Now I have been spotting for 2 months and gaining weight. Getting it removal in 2 weeks."


"Ocella has worked very well for me. I have gained no weight, have lighter periods, light cramping, and have only one issue. I become emotional, and insecure around day 10 or 11 and then it subsides. I'm usually stable. However, I've decided to give another birthcontrol a try because my cost is so high. But I will consider going back to Ocella if this new one doesn't work out."


"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in March. The past 3 months I have been experiencing severe hip pain radiating down my leg.  If I slept on my side (which is the side I favored) the pain would become so bad it woke me during the night.  Consequently I have not had a good nights sleep in months.  Went to my rheumatologist who suggested I tried gabapentin prescribed 1 pill 600mg for four days than 2 pills 600mg per day will be starting 3 pills per day.  I can honestly say what a huge difference this had made.  The pain is almost gone and I sleep through the night.  Also with little know side effects .  I will continue with this drug for as long as I need too."


"I was having terrible back pain from my degenerative disc disease. I started off taking tramadol(ultram), then they switched me to Percocet. That changed my life. After taking it for a few months I could drive again. Now I can go where I want with little or no pain. I still have pain when shopping, which I hate anyway."


"I was given Toradol for tendonitis in my achilles tendon (very painful). It really helped with the pain and made the inflammation go down, however it made me nauseated. I had to quit taking it and move to a narcotic pain killer that did not work on the inflammation."


"I had  pains in my legs after knee surgery and I took this medicine only one pill 4 times in two days and I have never been so sick in my entire life! I was so sick to my stomach that even water made me even more sick. Whatever I ate or drank would come back up about an hour later. I could barely stand up straight, I was shaking, I had fever and chills, etc. It was horrible! I stopped taking it as soon as this started and then it took another two days to actually completely get out of my system!"


"I've been taking tri-sprintec for 8 months because I had basically cystic acne. I was on different birth control to regulate my period then I switched to tri-sprintec & about to months later my acne was almost gone. The 5th month I had no acne. Now I have no acne, the only time I get acne is a week before I start my period & its only 2 or 3."


"I started taking this pill Jan. 16, 2012. I was a 235lb, 5'4 female. In one week I lost 13lbs. I lost a total of 90 lbs in 4 and a half months and have kept it off almost 4yrs.

BUT::::::
This pill will only be successful if you make life changes. It will increase energy and curb appetite while you take it. You will lose weight quickly. As soon as you stop, however, you will crave all the nutrients you have deprived your body of while trying to follow a 1000/1200 calorie a day diet.....thus gaining the weight back just as quickly if not careful to stick with portion control"


"I took Factive for 6 days.  The label says that you can take it with or without food, but in my case, if I didn't eat a very large meal before taking it, I would feel sick to my stomach and spend most of the day vomiting.  I was only able to successfully keep it down for one of the days, but when I did vomit, it brought up a lot of the sputum that was in my lungs.  At the end of the day, the medication seems to be working for me, but it definitely made me feel horrible that entire time I took it.

***Be sure to ask your doctor for a coupon for this stuff.  It costs over $100, but my doctor gave me a copay free coupon and I wound up paying nothing for this medication."


"I'm 19 and taking MoviPrep for my first colonoscopy. Or should I say WAS taking it. First glass was terrible but with a plugged nose and a strong chaser, it was possible. The second glass was absolutely horrible. About halfway through it I vomited twice, got the chills and called my Doctor to cancel. I'm rescheduled with a different prep (with only 4 total tablespoons of prep and a ton of water!) The rest of the day my stomach was upset and came close to vomiting multiple times. It's now 12 (did the half a liter at 5) and the bowels just started moving. Would not recommend, it's terrible and there are better alternatives!"


"This was the first anti-psychotic I was put on, I was pushed into it by my psychiatrist at the time. I was on a low dose, 150mg. I took it for four months before taking myself off it due to extreme tiredness and horrific weight gain...I gained over 2.5 stones in the time I was on it, despite managing my food intake very carefully and exercising rigorously.

A couple of years later I wound up being prescribed Seroquel again, this time at 300mg. Same as last time it really knocked me out and once again I gained weight.

This med did nothing for my mood, but I kept being told to 'give the medication time to work.' After 6 months I came off it again. Since weaning off the med I haven't slept properly, and that was almost 3 months ago."


"Recently began using the generic form of Nasonex and it is not managing my symptoms as well."


"I am 5'10", 43, and *was* 177 lbs. All my adult life, my weight was in the 142-148 range. In my late 30's and early 40's, the lbs crept on due to migraine medicines and it was impossible to lose. I tried everything. I even did a rigorous bootcamp for two months that I had to get up at 4:30am. I only lost 5 lbs. In the past, whenever I would gain a few I would take some Dexatrim for week or 2. Go running. Presto. NOTHING works now that I am over 40. I meant NOTHING until I started taking phentermine. I am now 145 and holding. ALL my clothes fit. Side effects are annoying, but worth putting up with. I am almost embarrassed to say that I haven't worked out even once."


"I had been experiencing shoulder pain from repetitive strain for about 3 years; it started off quite mild and then in the past 3-6 months had developed into a constant stabbing, throbbing pain. I went to the doctor and was diagnosed with rotator cuff tendonitis, and was put on methylprednisolone and valium. After the very first day on the steroid, my pain symptoms reduced *dramatically*. On day 3, it barely hurts at all. So, so, so relieved.. I wish I'd gone to the doctor much sooner!"


"After having six UTIs in about 5 months, my urogyn put me on 100 mg. of Macrobid (one every night).  After ten solid months of it, I spent 2-1/2 days in the hospital:  thought I was having a heart attack!  Turned out it was a pulmonary problem.  Heavy pressure in the chest, shortness of breath and tingling around the lips.  Going back and researching Macrobid, I found out that indeed, long term usage can cause pulmonary problems.  I do think if works for short term usage."


"First let me start by saying that I have RA, and I used this cream for 11 days.  Went through the whole red, blistering, scab and now smoother skin however, I did experience all the flu like symptoms and continue to feel horrible after almost 3 weeks off of this cream.  My RA has flared, which has been controlled by medicine for 8 years, and I'm wondering if it is from the Zyclara.  I really wish that I had not used this cream and I would warn anybody with RA to stay away from it."


"For me, Vyvanse has the "smoothest" feeling of the ADHD medicines I have tried. I have found that Concerta (methylphenidate) and Focalin (dexmethylphenidate) create an anxious feeling. Vyvanse does not make me feel this way. Downside: it can be outrageously expensive."


"I began Zarah when I kept having spotting while taking zovia. This pill might as well be called demonic possession. It was a living nightmare. My boobs got bigger but could barely be touched because they were so swollen and painful. The week I was on my period they stopped hurting and that was really the only time I was happy in my life. On. My. Period. But besides the breast tenderness I felt nauseous, tired, I would randomly vomit after meals, I had no control over my bladder. I once had to pee outside of a gas station because I could wait to walk inside and get the restroom key. I was the most moody irritable grumpy person I have ever been in my life. I almost dropped my sorority, ruined my relationship with my boyfriend. I once got angry because my boyfriend was trying to give me a back massage and I "didn't understand why he had to be touching me all the time". I also couldn't have sex for longer than 5 minutes because I would get dry. Low libido, low tolerance for any person in my life. Even the people I liked, started becoming the people I hated. At a Buffalo Wild Wings I practically threw a fit at the waiter because "the mild wings were too spicy". He timidly came back to let me try a new sauce before they made a new batch. I ended up not eating the wings I was so pissed of. I haven't been to a Buffalo Wild Wings since. Today is my first day on a new pill and I'm hoping this time it will be a different experience."


"Is it normal to have a period 3 or 5 days the 3rd year with Nexplanon? I just started having periods again July 2015. It's every month 3 or 5 days."


"I have been taking 10 mgs. Lexapro now for two months for depression and anxiety. I hope I never have to stop.  I started feeling better the first day and it hasn't let up. This has made me feel as good as I did 15 years ago. (Previously it was a slow, steady decline). There are definitely side effects: for me there have been pretty serious fatigue and near-total loss of appetite. I will use weight gain supplements to stop the weight loss if I have to (I already weigh 107 lbs., down from 115lbs), but I'm not sure what to do about the fatigue other than drink more coffee. (I should also note that this medicine completely solved my sleeping problem, literally the first night. I used to never sleep; now I sleep 7 hours. A miracle for me!)."


"I started developing adult acne at 26. By 27, I could not leave the house without makeup to cover the acne up. I started seeing a dermatologist who tried three different routes to help me get rid of acne. Spiro was the last straw before I considered accutane which I did not want to go through. My derm told me to give the spiro time - it wouldn't be instant. I had to wait 3-4 months but right now I am writing this completely acne free. I barely wear makeup anymore and I couldn't be happier! I'm writing this because I read so many of these reviews when I was struggling and thought it would never happen to me. If you're struggling with acne, talk to derm about spiro! It's worth the wait!"


"I have been on Implanon for almost two years. For the first year I wasn't with anyone and the implant worked great. But back in July I started bleeding hard and I had never had this before. I have had a weight gain of 20lbs and can't seem to work it off. I have been moody and very sleepy some times for no reason. There are some days that I sleep all day and all night. My OBGYN says that it has nothing to do with the implant but I haven't slept like that since I have had it removed."


"I took this pill immediately had trouble breathing nausea diarrhea, followed by a month so far of getting my period twice sore breasts, weight gain weakness, tiredness, heavy cramps lower back pain bone crushing headaches, mood changes, hot flashes and worst of all lethargic out of it brain fog. The worst mistake I made taken this garbage I would have rathered been pregnant. My advice is don't take it its poison."


"I've been on Viibryd for a month just finished my starter pack with dosages ranging from 10mg-40mg. This is the best medicine out there for me. I'm on top of things, being diagnosed with anxiety, Major Depression and ADD. I take numerous medications. This has been a life savor only side effects I've experienced is gas and diarrhea in the morning, I take mine at night to help with sleep since it makes me so groggy and fuzzy minded. I've been on 20   different medications and Viibryd has surpassed them all. I would recommend this to anyone with a major depression or obsessive compulsive disorder."


"I've been on Elavil 10 mg at bedtime for now 2 weeks. I like the sedation effect. I have no side effects such as dry mouth or increase appetite. But I do have constipation and my major concern is that I have more headaches."


"I've been on this pill for 2 months and have seen decent acne results. Now it hasn't cleared up completely and I still get pimples. Be aware if you have scarring, it will get worse before it gets better. I'll probably switch to Ortho Cyclen after month 3 if the acne isn't completely gone. The top ones I would recommend you for acne: 1. Yasmin, 2. Ortho Cyclen 3. Diane 35. Hope this helps anyone with hormonal acne/ has had it since high school like me and is now in her junior year of college."


"10-15 minutes after taking this I got a really bad stomach ache that caused a hot flash like I was gonna pass out, I got nauseous then threw up for 5 minutes and dry heaved for another 5. For the rest of the day I had a headache and felt sick to my stomach. I will never take this drug again!"


"Started on 10mg while seeing a mental health professional (counselor) simultaneously. Medicine kicked in at about 3 weeks of treatment and got better when MD increased the dosage to 20 mg 6 weeks into treatment. It's been a consistent once daily oral capsule 20 mg for the past 3 1/2 months. Mood has lifted. Wakes up with clear thoughts. Lessened racing negative thoughts. Reduced anticipation of negative events and occurrences. Obsessive compulsive rituals reduced. Answer the phone with more ease and less concerned about making mistakes in front of people. Anxiety greatly reduced, lessened depressive thoughts. Definitely helps you to look forward to life. It works better to see counselor at same time so you can track progress."


"I take this and I am going for hours with this. Lasts me for 3-4 days 20mg pill. I can go multiple times as well."


"After 3 1/2 weeks, I developed a skin rash, which started itching horribly. The rash and itching continued for two weeks (13 days) after stopping the medication. Apparently Sulfa allergies are fairly common. Benadryl helped the itching a bit."


"I started phentermine Feb 18, 2013. I had been going to the gym for years trying to get off this extra weight. Been over weight since I was 8 yrs old. I'm 24, 5'4, & got to my biggest in January (250lbs) I've always had high self esteem but at the point I didn't even want to see a mirror. When I started phentermine in February I dropped 10lbs in 2 DAYS! No lie! Because my body was not used to the medicine I was sweating profusely, heart racing, mad energy. Combined that with gym, was down to 235lbs by April. Sadly I started plateauing April & May. I had tried everything but stayed the same. Put up the resistance in my cardio & finally lost the 5lbs. Now it is July, & I'm out the plateau I am down to 220lbs! Goal is 160/170lbs."


"I have gastroparesis and a pacemaker for it in my stomach. I've been on every nausea medicine and this is the only one that worked!! I felt so relaxed and my mood went up and my appetite is better than it was."


"It was fantastic when I started taking it, I finally felt myself after 3 years of feeling possessed or going crazy...after 3 years of taking it I started to have cysts behind my ears, in my face, especially in the chin, and when I realized it was lamictal that was causing it I stopped it. I still have cysts, I was told it's an allergic reaction on my skin to the drug. Now, after 2 years not taking it the cysts are appearing still but not as fast or defacing as it was. I read on forums the condition could never cure, but I am seeing good progress on my skin. It was a nightmare, it even gave me cysts on my scrotum. The body is slowly expelling them, but very slowly. I also have 3 cysts on my left nipple and I think those will need surgery."


"I am a 35 female, no kids. I wanted to pursue birth control as my periods were debilitating and I bleed very heavy. I have a very sensitive body. I wanted to feel normal in the sense, that I have been getting my period since age 10. And after all these years did not want to deal with stressing about how my body would react from my period. My body actually has gotten more sensitive this year. I thought I was seeing doc but ended up seeing midwife. Was prescribed jolivette. Took at night and was nauseated, lightheaded, and blurry mind. Next day cramps and felt like i was having a period/ bleeding feeling without bleeding. In the evening felt off/ unsteady like going to faint. Don't think is norm. Will not take again. How long to leave my system?"


"I am now 35 and suffered from bowel problems since I was 13 that slowly intensified as I got older. I had tests after tests and was not allergic to anything and they could not find out what was wrong. The cramping would become so intense I thought I would pass out and cause bleeding by the time it stopped. Since they couldn't find anything wrong or out of the ordinary, the Dr. proclaimed that I had Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Eventually I told him there has to be an option to stop the contractions in my intestine. He then prescribed this medicine to me. First at 10mg dosages. It helped but not entirely and ran out fast. Then he gave me 20mg. That did the trick! Only need to take as needed. Only side effect is being a little tired and rather be that than passed out."


"I started NuvaRing about 4 months ago as an alternative to Mirena (I have not had a child). I don't mind the insertion or taking it out during sex. Switching from generic Yaz to NuvaRing has been a great experience! I used to spot on the pill mid-cycle pretty much every month. Haven't had any issues with NuvaRing! I decided to skip my ring-free week for vacation one of the months and did not have any breakthrough bleeding."


"I am 65 years old and on April 2011 I had TURP surgery to correct a very enlarged prostate.  Before surgery my T level was approximately 450.  After the surgery it quickly dropped to around 150.  My urologist prescribed Testim Gel, and it did not work by increasing the T level.  Then switched to Androgel, it also did not work, the T level barely increased to 159.  Then switched to Androderm patches, also did not work, in fact my T level dropped to 121.  All these 3 medicines gave me side effects.  Then my doctor prescribed Axiron, and it worked incredibly well, in one month my T level went from 121 to 880 and I feel great with NO side effect.  I am super satisfied with the results of AXIRON."


"I was diagnosed with a mood disorder about 5 months ago. I tried Abilify and gained 10 pounds in a week and tried Lamictal but I kept getting the rash on my face, so finally my doctor put me on Saphris. It made a world of difference. It's been 2 months now and I'm no longer on any antidepressants and I have been without any depressed episodes since a week after I started it. I had to start taking 20 mg at night because it made me so tired in the morning. I'm still on Klonopin because I have really bad restlessness still, but I'm slowly phasing that out with lifestyle changes. The bad taste gets better with time and the side effects are greatly outweighed by the benefits. I have and would recommend it!"


"I had chronic ideopathic urticaria for a 6 months before I found anything that remotely helped. Once I got on a cycle of of 40 mg hydroxyzine before bed and 150 mg ranitidine +5 mg of levocetirizine in the mornings I started to have noticeable improvement. After another 4 months my hives were completely gone.

Of the three medicines, the hydroxyzine by far provided the biggest impact. This medicine stopped hives from forming during sleep and the anti-anxiety component definitely helped sooth my mood and get me to sleep more quickly.

I will say that this medicine gives you some really wacky and vivid dreams. It also makes you feel very groggy after taking it, lasting well into the next morning. Those symptoms are worth it though."


"Used this medicine during a course of pain management, it helped tremendously with the itchy feeling you get from opioid medication. It was just short term use but made a great impact!"


"I started taking Verapamil in 1995 after going to so many doctors about migraine headaches. Finally one doctor prescribed Verapamil. I haven't had a headache after going on this medication.  It is a miracle because I was having headaches about every 3 weeks so bad I would have to go to bed for days."


"Robaxin works great for me but only for short periods of time. I am on for 3 weeks and then off for 1 week.

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"I am a male and started taking Adipex exactly one month ago.  I am 5"5' and weighed 186 pounds on the day I started.  After 30 days, I have lost 18.5 pounds.  I have balanced the use of this prescription by doing my best to eat a low fat....and low sodium diet.  Not dramatic, but just as good as I can.  Other than walking, I have done minimal exercise - but only because its a struggle fitting in gym time with work and family.

The weight loss was very quick the first week, then leveled off at about 1/2 pound - 1 pound a day.

My doctor stressed the importance of eating at the appropriate and perfect times after taking the medicine.  She equated it to lighting charcoal on a grill and placing the meat on at the perfect time..>not too early/late"


"Wonderful! I was told 5 years ago that I needed both knees replaced....not yet bone on bone.  Hearing mixed results from friends who had replacements, I decided to wait until pain was unbearable.  Started getting Euflexxa injections three years ago.  Not totally pain free but so good I'm not even considering replacement at this time. Wow!"


"It helps some but in the large picture, not much.  I can walk to the back of my house 40 feet without having to stop to catch my breath, but still breathing heavily.  Prior, I had to stop every 15 feet or so to catch my breath.  Improvement?  Yes.  Better?  No."


"Has a longer half life than xanax, harder to get addicted, and is a nice smooth way out of feeling anxious."


"This is the only product that works for me.  The patent expires in December, 2015.  I hope it gets cheaper!"


"I just started 150mg Nucynta ER.  I have been on almost every pain medicine in existence.  Aside from the cost of $375 for 60 pills,  I believe it is working quite well. I have been on long term pain management for 12 years.  Since this medicine is new, there is not much information about it online.  I am hoping to hear more success stories and other people's opinions soon."


"I started with Implanon back in September of 2010. This past September my doctor removed and replaced my Implanon with Nexplanon. I have to say there is actually a significant difference between the two. I was irregular the entire time I was on Implanon, very heavy bleeding and frequent periods. The day of my "refresher" I was on my THIRD very heavy period between the beginning of August and the beginning of September. The day after the Nexplanon was inserted I have been period free, nothing to complain about on that matter, 4 months period free, I'll take it. However, the insertion method is much different than with the Implanon. The Nexplanon seems very shallow under my skin in comparison which makes it much more noticeable to me,annoying"


"Big toes had separation for 30 years..in the summer wearing sandals it slightly improved but 1/3 of my nails were not connected to the nailbed.  Always self conscious, if I wore polish it got worse and turned black.  Started Jublia 10 months ago...with great results.  I file the nail and cut it as short as posible.  I use a dental pick to scrape any gunk from under my nail.  I wait 15 minutes after my shower to make sure my nails are dry so the med wicks into the nail.  I also put it on before bed so I use it twice a day.  I haven't used polish but my nails look fantastic.  I have insurance and pay $50 for 3 months...I would gladly pay more because my nails have never looked this good. I'm anxious to find out if I can ever do without it."


"I took it for a few months and felt like a zombie. I've been dealing with stress and for some lame ass reasons, a health care shrink diagnosed me as bi-polar. All who know me would say that's a load of crock. Hydrocodone/Vicadon/Vallum works well with me, but no Dr.s want to perscribe it to me. They are afraid I will abuse it. I've never abused any medication, nicotine, alcholol etc. in all my 56 years on this planet. I just know what I need/want/enjoy for the time I need it. It won't fix my problems, but It certainly helps "me" fix my problems. Lately, I've been getting Vicodon off the street. I take one a day. (7.5 mg) ...occasionally two. I am more positive and one by one am getting those pesky stressful situations out of my life."


"People reading and writing birth control reviews need to think carefully about how individual hormonal contraceptives are.  A woman who has never been on the pill is bound to take a few months to adjust to the introduction of a new hormone.  That said, I love Seasonique.  I had been on Nordette for years - a low dose combination.  I always got migraine after stepping off the active pills, triggered by the pre-period hormone dip.  They were horrendous vision-impairing headaches.  With Seasonique (same medication combination), I only have this dip every three months.  Fantastic!  Sometimes I get my 2-day headache from hell right before my period, sometimes I can avoid it.  Seasonique literally keeps me from missing work due to migraines."


"It's been amazing....  I lost 15lbs the first two months, I've continued taking it and average 2-3 lbs loss every month. My heaviest weight was 205 and as of my last weight check, I'm at 165 and dropping. At the beginning I was doing a lot of exercise which I think helped a lot, now it's colder and I'm pretty satisfied where I'm at so I've slowed down, but I do believe that the side effects and results have made managing weight so much easier.  I've turned a few friends on to it and they are just as big a believer as me. Trust me the side effects are worth it!"


"This pill was awful for me. I was not able to take it for a week. I had the worst chest pains and body aches. I felt like I was going to die. I asked my doctor to switch me on a PoP because it has less hormones. I liked it more.

Everyone's experience will vary but this pill was horrible for me."


"I've been treated with a combination of Depakote, Effexor and Wellbutrin before and I just felt crazier than I did before and gained about 45 pounds. So I got off meds altogether for about 15 years. Needless to say, as much as I wanted to live an unmedicated life, my rapid and severe mood swings were really making things difficult for me. After two failed relationships I decided I'd go to the doctor and give it another shot. I feel like a brand new man! I'm just beginning my second month. Month one I was on 200mg taken three times a day and I just was so calm and collected and took my time to react to things instead of flying off the handle. Now I'm on 300mg 3 times a day and this might just be perfect for me. Highly recommended"


"lower major back pain

took medication and the pain went from major to a minor dull ache"


"After seeing my regular doctor and a GI for IBS-D, I was dissatisfied with their approaches for my IBS--take a probiotic, take fiber, avoid problem foods, and take Immodium. I just wanted my old life back where I could go out to a restaurant with my friends and travel without thinking about my 8+ daily diarrhea bowel movements.
I decided to see an integrative doctor who prescribed Enteragam. I've been on it several weeks now and it is a game changer. My bloating, cramps and urgency are gone and I now have one solid bowel movement a day 90% of the time. It's a miracle. The only side effect I seem to have is a very mild sore throat. I plan on discussing this with my doctor at my next follow-up."


"First few weeks were weakness irritability. Now on month two and stopping because of cost ($700 and insurance won't cover it) and major irritability and weight gain. Also still depressed and anxious."


"hey ive just started sertraline 4 days ago doctor put me on 60mg and at moment i feel jumpy,tired,and very sickley,but i hope these feelings go away am starting to sweat i feel anxiety setting in as well,i do suffer from bad anxiety anyway but on othr medication to help that.so am hoping this will settle down i am sleepin okay,but waking up earlier than normal.i think i might give it time to settle in am hopein these are some side effects am having:)"


"I really enjoy Belviq. Its such a wonderful medication helps with appetite suppression. It has never been easier for me to loose weight."


"This month it's my second shot, but I've been bleeding for almost 2 month! It's ruining my relationship it sucks I just want the bleeding to stop. It's effective and great but the bleeding feels non-stop it's like you won't bleed for the whole day but once it's night... surprise!  If you can't handle the bleeding for this long I recommend not going on it and rather then the pills. I'm just upset about how much blood can come out!!!?"


"Have been on and off Saphris several times. For me, being on Saphris is like turning a light switch on. I go from being manic/depressed to functioning like a normal human. But.... the side effects have made me quit several times - irregular heartbeat, fainting, nausea, etc. Now back on at a low dose with Lamictal and clonezepam for panic disorder. Feel pretty good. Hope it will last. Without Saphris, I am non-functional - so doing my best to manage the side effects while getting the benefits of this medication. Best of luck to all."


"I started belviq last year July 2015, and for the first 7 months on it, only ate a healthy diet without excercise. Only lost 8 lbs. Was really disappointed.. Well 1 month ago, I began eating right AND exercising , and lost an additional 15 lbs. This is not a miracle drug. You can't take belviq alone and expect to lose weight. From my experience, I believe this med works well as a tool, but only if you completely change your lifestyle."


"I went in for a consultation with a plastic surgeon to remove excess weight.  I am middle age and have never had a problem losing weight until I reached 40+.  The doctor looked at me and told me I didn't need lyposuction, what I needed was to loose weight.  I explained I've tried very hard with no results. The doctor then prescribed merida to me.  I have had great results.  I've lost approximatley 15 pounds.  I have had very little side effects, an occassional restless night."


"I was diagnosed with Bipolar 2 seven years ago in College. I refused treatment, and my relationship with my husband started to deteriorate. I started Lamictal a year ago and have totally returned to my old self. I am happy, calm, rational and I found the motivation to lose fifty pounds. The only down fall is I kind of miss the ability to process information at a very rapid rate, but I gladly trade it for a great relationship with my husband and child."


"I'm starting my sixth month on Sprintec. The first month I had a decreased sex drive, and my acne basically disappeared. From then on my sex drive has increased dramatically, and the only time I might break out is the week of my period, which lasts for about three days. I didn't gain weight, get bigger breasts, nor have yeast infections or urinary tract infections. For me, this pill is amazing, though every woman reacts differently to different birth controls. I love this."


"Just completed the 2 week "lower dose" trial. Started at 185 and 5 foot 5. First week I lost 6 pounds and the next week lost 4 also following a 1200 calorie diet. I had zero side effects, other than seems like I had to pee a bit more, but that could be because I am making an effort to drink more water. So far this seems to be, basically, the best diet aid ever."


"I have had a sleeping disorder for many years because of a back injury.  Before using this medication, I would wake up 4 to 5 times a night and often not be able to return to sleep. When I first started this medication, I didn't realize much benefit for the first week. But after that, I started reducing the number of times I would wake up. I have now used it for three months and only wake up one time a night and that is to go the bathroom. I have no problem immediately going back to sleep and generally sleep 7 to 8 hours. I have had no side effects and no carrying over problems the next morning. I feel totally rested, refreshed and ready for the next day. I take a 100 mg dose and highly recommend this medication."


"I was disabled in law enforcement and have had 27 orthopedic surgeries to my knees and 2 to my right arm and 4 to my right shoulder and 3 partial disc removals from L4-L5 then permanent fusion to L4-L5. I am in constant pain for over 20 yrs. Went to pain management doctor's who did everything from temporary to permanent nerve burns, injections you name it. They finally put me on Kadian and it was the best thing ever.  I was finally able to get back to work, stop walking with a cane, and enjoy my life a lot more than what I had over the last 12 years of the 20 in pain.  I was to the point of almost wanting to end it. The only drawback is they are no longer going to make the 100mg capsules that I take, and they are expensive."


"Went off Vyvanse onto this and found that after about 7 weeks at 300mg that I had considerable energy boost and overall more steady feeling. However, I still feel no calming or focus benefits for me and my Dr has now prescribed Guacamoliefein or somethingto try and make me less hyper active and impulsive. I just think I need a race car or a figher jet to boast my noreadrenaline levels as the Wellbutrin just seems to act on my dopamine levels. I truly believe this could be the right meds for folks with more inattentive type symptoms or folks with ADD and type B personalities like my Dad and brother. I'm type A and this Wellbutrin just doesn't bring the calm focus the Vyvanse brought me."


"Helps with restless extremities aiding falling asleep."


"I am taking Brilanta along with eliquis & aspirin after angioplasty & stent. I have no way to know how effective it is but have not had a stroke which I'm told is the purpose. I have difficulty with painful breathing when standing or walking..brief painful headache at the same time. For about 8 to 9 hrs after taking it I have much difficulty standing or walking. I am 77 yrs & it was suggested that my age makes me more vulnerable but I have had no problem with bleeding. I am diabetic but lancing for glucose testing presents no more blood than usual. I feel very lethargic but not sleepy."


"I Love this medication!!! My blood sugar stayed down and I was able to loss 22 pounds in a yr. (doesn't sound like much but it is when your not meaning to loss weight) I only gave it a 9 because of the cost and the fact there aren't savings card that are worth anything. With my insurance and the savings card it was still costing me 200 to 400 a month. The savings card only helped a little."


"Butrans changed my daily living. I loved what its done for me so, much that I have 2 other friends suffering and their Drs. have them on it now too. the only thing I don't like is the prickly itchy feeling but, after reading some of these review I may talk to my Dr. about their suggestions. also, I find that after the 1st 3 days I have had little to no side effects. I am sometimes able to push my days out to 8 as long as I don't overdue the week. otherwise I am ready by mid day of the 6th day and will often change it the very eve so, that by my 7th day I'm back up and running. hope this review helps i know when i went on it, the reviews were helpful to me.. thanks BUTRANS for my LIFE!!!

if you have pain BUTRANS WORKS."


"I have had to have many colonscopies  due to UC and this  is by farrrrrr  the worst tasting one yet. Nothing helped kill the taste except for tablespoons of brown sugar. However it did work really well. I found the second bottle worked faster and cleaned me out."


"I've suffered with anxiety at critical periods in my life and was advised by MD's to try antidepressants as an alternative to Ativan.  The side effects were intolerable.
BuSpar has been miraculous for me. The first week was an adjustment, with ups and downs in mood and some restlessness.  On the 7th day I awoke to even, stable
calm and increased concentration which has been consistent.  My advice is stay with it for a couple of weeks using a benzodiazapine as needed until you stabilize.
I had few side effects and those eventually disappeared."


"I was diagnosed with PMDD and prescribed cyclical Sertraline.  I can remember the day I started my period thinking how did that happen without all the stress anger and drama.  I aliken it to having gas and air during labour.  It just takes the top off the emotion and prevents the explosive outbursts of uncontrollable anger.  I honestly thought i just had normal pmt until I saw my doctor, who upon asking me a list of questions, said the only one id replied no to was suicidal thoughts but it probably wouldnt be too long before I got there.  Apart from a nasty headache on day 2/3 this drug has literally saved my family life."


"I've been on this for almost a year. Started out perfect. Shorter periods, no symptoms or pms. The last two months have been a nightmare. I've had major depression and anxiety and awful pms. When I stop taking it for the week I have my period I feel anxious, depressed, moody and emotional. Almost like my body is going through withdrawals from it. Doctor put me on anti depressants but after reading these reviews I think this bc is causing it. Everyone is different, my friend has been on it for years and no issues but I don't like it at all."


"Hated it. 55 pound weight gain in 6 months. Completely ineffective for psychotic symptoms (delusions). Severe anxiety (prescribed 3 xanex per day to cope) and depression. Not for me."


"I am diabetic following pancreatitis. Ramipril has lowered my blood pressure from around 145/90 to around 135/85 in just a weeks or so, but as soon as I started taking it I started having a lot of hypos. I have had to reduce my doses of Levemir from 18 units twice a day to 12 units twice a day. No other side effects."


"I'm 23 and was on the shot for 6 months. Before I was on the pill but didn't like the side affects and remembering to take it everyday. The first month on the shot was great! Then slowly things went downhill and got bad. I was getting acne on my back, which I never got before and was really insecure about, and my periods were getting longer. I decided to get the second shot because I knew my body had to get used to the hormones. Then I got very intense cramps that would wake me up in the night and make me feel sick. My period would last 2 weeks! Before I had a very light and short period and light cramps. These new changes are too much for me so didn't get the third shot. Going to try the patch."


"I've been going on and off opiates for around 8 years since my chronic pain began.  I would go off the medicines to get relief from the horrible constipation they caused.  A few years ago I discovered that I was constipated even when I would go off the medicines, so I must have messed something up by using laxatives for so long.  I tried the subcutaneous Relistor that I had been desperately waiting for for years, and unfortunately it didn't help."


"Our 13 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD and OCD at age 6.  He is now 13 and in full blown puberty.  Prozac and Focalin were no longer working for him.  We went to a top pediatric psychiatrist and he changed our sons diagnosis to Aspergers or now High Functioning autism.  He prescribed Risperdal and told us this medication would act like "glue" and keep all the connections in his brain together.

3 days later we were in the emergency room because our son was suffering with severe dystonia.  It was the scariest thing I ever witnessed.  We are now working with a pediatric neurologist to find a medication that will work for him."


"My partner had erectile problems. Started to lose confidence. Took 25 mg Cialis every other day. The difference was amazing. We couldn't stop having sex. By The Way, he is 65 years old. We are very pleased with the results!"


"Faithfully taking 25 mg/day with Prozac to help with anxiety and depression. I worry more now than ever. Not pleased with this new concoction."