"Everyone in my family has exceptionally high cholesterol, in the 370 range. We produce it. Don't let anyone tell you that you have a bad diet if your cholesterol is high. It is produced by the body and in some people, apparently including me, reduced cholesterol intake results in increased cholesterol production. For several years I was on Lipitor; it never lowered my cholesterol reading below 280. I've used Vytorin 10-40 for probably eight years with no ill side effects. Vytorin took it down to 170 or less. The government contends Vytorin is no more effective than anything else in lowering cholesterol. They've never tested me, of course. Now, because of the government's position, I find Vytorin dropped from my Medicare plan. I'm switching."


"on 75mg is enough for me some side effects sweating and constipation tried 3 different SSRI's and this was the only one I could stick with! Life saver, highly recommend"


"I've had anxiety issues my entire life. I honestly thought I was weird because I could not handle all the stress from my job and personal life. I don't have children, so again, I thought I had some severe mental issues! I tried Klonopin, WSellbutrin and Lexapro. All made me feel and act like a zombie. I am on Xanax 1mg 3x a day. Doing great, changed jobs now making more money without as much stress, happily married, and about to start law school. All good for now."


"I suffer with fibromyalgia mostly in my upper back and both sides of my neck. Flector patches ARE INCREDIBLE! I had been receiving pain shots for years to relieve the muscle pain that in turn caused me to have migraine/tension headaches more than 15 days per month. The major problem is that Insurance does NOT cover these patches and I have drained my Dr. of all of their samples.  I highly recommend them if you can afford them!"


"update. took hysingla 30 mg for 1 month, with 10/325 norco. Hysingla A.M. gave severe headaches and nausea. I switched to 10pm and now I wake up less stiff, but can't tell diff during day. I still do norco every 4 hours.  I had caudel epidural injection today. It was supposed to be my follow up appointment too, but never chance to speak to PA about new hysingla. She mentioned last month if I tolerated it well, she may increase does to 40mg. I've tried to  research  80 mg  per day total, but cant find answer, I know thats what she'll look at. I'd like to call and ask about getting hysingla  corrected to 40 mg for this month instead.  I hate to waste money for no improvements again. I won't know if caudel worked for few days yet, all other injections only lasted 1-2 wks. answers??"


"I used it along with Paxill. I used it every night for about 2 1/2 years. It did the job of getting me to sleep very well. It would without fail cause me to sleep. It lasted 4 hours, then I would wake up often, but I felt quite rested. Only occasionally would I take a second dose feeling that I needed more sleep. DO NOT MIX WITH ALCOHOL. "


"I've been on pain meds to treat very serious hip and moderate back issues for 15 years, ~8 years 24/7 and 365 days of the year on them. I've taken literally everything: morphine, fentanyl, opana, ketamine, etc and due to moving I had to find a new pain doc and he asked me to try suboxone. I've been on a 24mg/day dose for 3 days and it treats my pain 75% as well as the previous methadone/oxy combo I took before this. It makes me feel very out of it, have a hard time thinking clearly, get frequent headaches, have no appetite, no urge to use bathroom (#1 or 2, even when I need to), and can go from zero to super irritable in an instant. Overall not working well.

PS: A medical condition requiring opiates means you're DEPENDENT not ADDICTED! Big difference folks!"


"Can't help but laugh reading everyone's responses here.. Yes I guess the mucinex helped my congestion maybe 20% more than if I hadn't taken it... BUT I'm wide awake as my mind is racing like I'm on crack .. Paranoid.. Can't sleep a wink. Never done crack but if I had to guess side effects would be similar.. Bummer . Just another confirmation that all natural and a few days longer is better than watching the sun come up while random paranoia thoughts race through the brain. Wish I read the fine print before I starting dosing"


"It is  is totally ineffective for over-active bladder , spasms , and other related systems .
I'm dropping it as a medication ."


"Only took 2.0 mg first time & 2.0 mg in evening.  So 4mg altogether daily.  Instant relief upon first dose.  Immediate. Gave me headache first dose for about 3 hours but after that all good for 3 days.  On 4th day got another headache in evening for few hours.  Last night took it at about 10pm, got to sleep but woke up at 4am couldn't get bk to sleep til 7am.  Gives u vivid dreams that feel real.  I wouldn't recommend starting with any more than 2.5mg or 4mg max split in two doses at least 8-10-12 hrs apart. 2.0mg each dose max. I'm thinking of making my evening dose just 1mg or bc it's much stronger and more of an upper than celexa. Does makes u feel tired but the anxiety is gone, less hypersensitive but can be too 'high' agitating."


"I am taking Spasmex for two weeks which is same as Sanctura (Trospium Chloride), I am feeling much better. I can tolerate all side effects except the fatigue and weakness that I am having in my legs. I cannot walk for a distance as I have to find a seat to rest my legs for a while. My doctor asked to reduce the dose but that did not help as my bladder turned overactive again. Now I am back with the same prescribed dose and will wait and see whether the side effects will go or I may ask to my Dr. to change the medicine if I couldn't tolerate my leg and muscle issue."


"My husband began using Lialda about a week ago, and he's already getting great results: no blood in stool, no abdominal cramps, and his stool is becoming more "normal" by the day. So far so good."


"My first MS symptom was sudden right sided paralysis which is very rare. I was put on steroid therapy, infusion with tapering off meds. After the six months I regained most of my motor control. I started on daily injections 8 years ago. Had the usual itching, bruising, lumps under skin. It does melt the fat under the skin also. When the 40 mg 3 times a week came out, I jumped on board with it. Honestly, I have not had any major flareups and last 3 years have had no new lesions. Stick with it if you can. I know a younger woman than myself and she would never switch from it either. Good luck :)"


"This medication was working for my anxiety but never really made it go away. My psychiatrist kept insisting raising dosage since was only taking 200mg at night & 200mg in morning. So I started taking 300mg at night for a week and woke up completely disoriented with the whole room moving, vomiting, falling down. I couldn't even sit anymore or lift head without falling backwards and would throw up in the car (someone had to drive me to doc) All these symptoms are so horrible with anxiety. I lowered dose back to 200mg that day 2 times a day. It's been 5 days and still have symptoms. Be careful with this med. I never had symptoms before the increase."


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"My first day on Nuvigil. I have not had this much energy in years and I'm only in my late 30s. Only side effects I've noticed so far are some very mild nausea. Just enough to suppress my appetite which is actually a good side effect. Had a mild headache this afternoon a couple of hours after taking the pill but cannot say that it was a result of the medication."


"I've had it in for about half a year. I've noticed immense cramping and backache, fatigue and moodiness. I've also had extreme irregular periods, where I wont have my period for a couple of months and when I get it, it's 2 weeks long or sometimes more. Although I've experienced many more side effects then it seems most women have, I don't think they are enough to have it removed and I still recommend it."


"This med does work and yes the first few weeks may suck but it's worth it. I literally got down to 229 from 336 but I had all these holidays in between so it was tough. I do want to give another try but at the beginning you will get headaches, hot flashes and you will feel very irritable. This med literally helped me kick out smoking and coffee all at the same time."


"I have a diagnosed metabolic disorder and got my prescription from my endocrinologist. After 8 months, I

have lost 28 pounds. I exercised, ate cleanly, and drank a minimum of 2 L of water per day. Insurance did not cover a some of Qysymia's costs, so I spent over $1,000 on my 8 months. I am early 30 and tall (and have found these posts so relative rendering them NA). Negatives: cost, you feel mentally foggy, cannot drink alchohol, and it is a major risk for females because pregnancy would be terrible. I was aware of the other potential risks, so there was genuine stress for 8 months. Ultimately, I am fine and have lost half of the weight I want to lose! I am praying that now "my metabolism is on" and "is fired up like a furnace.""


"I was on this medication for 2 years and I felt great..no anxiety.. I weaned off over 3 months and have totally been off for 3 month.. All my issues came back. Just started back today fingers crossed it works again. I should have never stopped taking. It was a life changer"


"I suffered with anxiety my entire life, and I graduate school it became dehabilitating. I  would have panic attacks randomly and my heart was always racing. My GP put me on 10 mg of Celexa, and after about a week I was feeling much better. I have been on it for about 2 months now and feel like an entirely new person! The only negative side effects I have experienced were a bit of drowsiness when I first started  (my body has adjusted), and frequent, very vivid dreams."


"I've had eczema my entire life. For as long as I can remember I've been itchy. You name it, I've tried it. From all natural remedies to every prescription cream, ointment, and pill. I've only been using this ointment for 2 days and I noticed a difference within hours. The itching is completely gone and my skin is noticeably softer (to me at least). I didn't have any irritation or pain on the affected sights. So far I'm very pleased. I'm using it as a free trial from my dermo, and her and I are both hoping it's a game changer that will soon be covered by insurance."


"I do understand that there will be side effects, but never expected that.  This medicine is horrible and burn like crazy. I used the itch relief and it made it worse. I end up here because I wanted to check if the burning was common and it seems to be for 95% of us. So monistat, goodbye"


"I've only been on this for a week, but I wanted to write a positive review because there are a lot of terrible reviews of this product out there. I can't say much about weight gain, because I've only been on it a week, but I haven't noticed any chance as far as that goes.  The first day I took it in the morning and had a bad headache that evening.  It didn't go away even after taking pain killers.  The second day, right after I took it, I was pretty uncomfortable for a few hours.  It felt like really bad cramps.  The third day, and ever since, I've learned to take it while eating breakfast (not right before or after, but rather during).  l haven't had any more problems.  I had noticed increased breast size and clearing skin already."


"I used this medicine under strict supervision at a pain management center after failed trials with Opana and Kadian which made me ill. Vicodin was not strong enough as I have had open back surgery from my skull to mid back to drain a spinal cord cyst called a "syrinx." My spine was arthritic and required struts to rebuild it; I now have chronic acute pain just holding up my head (max 5-6 hours at a time). Also have chronic low back pain arthritis and herniation with tear. Thankfully it relieved my pain and helped me function somewhat normally for 5-6 months. Then one month the refill arrived two days late and I went through withdrawal, suffering horribly with dark suicidal ideation and depression. I got off it. Now on Percocet, not ideal."


"I have a doctor who is not into breakthrough medicines that much but he is still reluctantly writing Norco 10/325 for my breakthrough pain and I found that this medicine does pretty good for about 40 hours. The 72 hours they claim is a real stretch. "


"I have severe social anxiety and have tried every other medicine out there and nothing has worked. Xanax so far has changed my life. I'm able to talk to people and look them in the eye and not feel stupid every where I went. I take .5mg 3 times a day. I'm just worried about the addiction part. I've heard it's pretty bad. But I rather be happy all the time than having panic attacks all the time."


"Hyperplexia also known as autonomic dysreflexia. Works well with quadriplegics along with Valium for muscle spasms. Doses may very from person to person."


"This birth control has positive and negative side effects. It does its job in not getting you pregnant. Personally I have not experienced major anxiety or depression. My mood has stayed the same. This medication does however make you more prone to being nauseous. I randomly will throw up and start to feel weak. Other than that it's great. If you get neuseous easily I would recommend taking it at night!!!"


"Like most other women on here, I started out with Ortho Tri Cyclin Lo. Then my insurance wouldn't cover it now I'm taking Tri Lo Sprintec.
I've been on it for close to a year now and haven't had many negative side effects. The first two or three months I had nausea but that went away after a while. I have hardly any PMS symptoms, my periods are regular and last 5 days Max. And not many breakouts.
I'm happy with this pill and would continue to take it.
The one thing I noticed that's different from the name brand is when I jump straight in to a new pack to skip my period, I have spotting for a week or two."


"This is the greatest drug yet invented. I had no idea what happiness was until Lexapro came into my mouth! I cannot even begin to imagine life without this medicine. Once the mild side effects had gone my life changed forever. My sex drive and orgasm is now incredible! Depression was banished and life full of colours and insight and love and passion is my soul filled realm. God only knows what will happen if it stops working as I have tried every other antidepressant medicine available and Lexapro is it."


"Accutane is the best medication on the market in my opinion. Not only am I a pharmacist, but I have taken this medication myself . It WORKS... Before taking Accutane I had the most oily skin. You could literally fry a chicken on my forehead during a hot summer day. By approximately month four my skin had never looked better. Everyone who is struggling with acne should highly consider this medication."


"This birth control made me miserable. By the completion of the first week, I started to get these crippling headaches, nausea, and dizziness. I also experienced a couple episodes of serious night sweats. I was extremely sad the entire time I was on it. To top all of that off I never stopped bleeding! That's right, I've been bleeding for 3 weeks straight, and counting. Finally my mother and husband had to force me off the stuff because they saw how miserable I was. The only positive was that my skin cleared up a great deal. It just wasn't for me."


"Well about two hours ago I got the Skyla. I have a 5 year old and a 2 month old. Haven't had a period postpartum yet. My nerves were just about the worst part of the whole procedure. The speculum and measuring of the uterus hurt the most for me and that was only like 30 seconds. Didn't even feel the IUD put in. No cramps at all. Maybe super super light ones here and there but nothing I notice really. I had a little brown spotting right when I left the dr office. Maybe I'm a freak of nature or have a really high pain tolerance but nothing was unbearable, I've had worse pain. The whole thing took probably 2 mins. I'll update in a week or so"


"The medicine in the patch is incredible. I stand straighter, little to no wearing off in between doses of Sinemet. A little dyskensia, but well worth it. Only 1 complaint, the patch does not stick sometimes. Some of the time I have to use 2 patches, because they literally fall off. I used what UCB suggested, Bandaid tape. Anyone else having a problem with patch sticking?  Or do I stand alone? But I won't give up Neupro patch for nothing."


"Been on Seroquel for 10 years along with Celexa. Its a life saver! Anxiety and depression is managable. I feel normal. The only issue is the weight battle. But I would rather be overweight than thin and depressed or worse."


"My mother has been on prednisone for almost four years for polumyalgia/rheumatica. We found out recently that the reason she was in such horrible back pain and could hardly walk was the extended use of prednisone. The MRI showed she had actual cracks in her spine. We are still in shock. This cannot be reversed. Even though people feel fine and really on top of the world the end result is devastating. So now we are dealing with even more pain not even associated with Polymyalgia.  She will never recover from this. Everyone is different, but please look at the cons of the medicine before taking. Beware!"


"I went from 1 or 2 migraines a year to about 9 a month.  After a year or so of this my doctor had me try Topamax.  I've been on 25 mg., once a day, for the past three weeks and I'm very happy with it.  I've only had the beginnings of 3 migraines (immediately took my Relpax) and they went immediately away.  I feel like I've got my life back.  My only side effects are a slight loss of appetite (which I'm not unhappy about) and a little tingling in my feet.  Well worth it."


"I've been taking YAZ since 2009 and I really love it. It is wonderful. I feel great and the only problem I have is a light headache when I'm taking the white pills (last 4). But I really recommend this pill for birth control."


"I had severe migraines with the heavy, intense pain and vomiting for about 8 years. Tried everything. Somethings worked after a few hours but that is a long time if you are in extreme pain and vomiting. My nureologist gave me samples of Zomeg 2.5 and 5 mg. The 5 mg completely takes the migraines away within a half hour. I don't have any side effects with this. This is the first migraine medicine that I can take and actually eventually finish my day. It is expensive but if your doctor takes the time to explain everything else you have tried and this seems to be the only option, usually your insurance will cover it then. This has give me life back and I don't fear so much about migraines as I used to."


"I have struggled with bipolar disorder for twenty-some years and never been stable. I've tried most of the atypicals and all the mood stabilizers. After Saphris, I am stable for the first time in my life. The shadows, delusions, mania, depression, anxiety and sleep problems are all gone. I take the black cherry as I cannot tolerate the original, but the taste is worth it in how well it works.  Two weeks after starting it it was like someone turned the lights on.  The world was literally brighter!  I am back in school, working part time and happy and I didn't think it possible.  I've been through 38 ECT treatments and every medicine without success before 20 mg Saphris. It's a miracle for me. I now take two medicines, down from 9!"


"I have had Implanon since September 7, 2012 I haven't gotten my period since or spotting. I don't have any side effects at all, I love it and I haven't gotten pregnant. I was on the pill before this and  would always forget to drink it so this has made my life so much easier. no weight gain, no headaches, no side effects  I LOVE LOVE IT!!"


"I haven't pooped in 2 weeks, so the ER happened. I was diagnosed with slow motility in my intestines and severe constipation by the ER, and was put on 3 laxatives. None worked for 5 days. In a last ditch effort, the doc said to take MOM. I went for broke and took 4 tablespoons at 6:30 pm. Nothing happened for over 12 hours. I took 2 more tablespoons at 11 am the next morning. Within 30 minutes, I ran into the bathroom clenching. I am trapped on this throne, and it's like a geyser. I kid you not, it is coming out of me like lava. MOM is the real deal - DO NOT JOKE ABOUT THIS!"


"After much hype that this implant will significantly improve my daughters' lives (both have early puberty and were on lupron shots), this drug did not help deter the symptoms.  We have gone back to the monthly shots."


"I first started Depo-Provera due to irregular and heavy menstruation. The first month was the worst, with several side effects that did go away after the second shot. I had severe breast tenderness, with some lymph node swelling, mood swings, and constant spotting for the first month. After the inital shot, I never had a period again, barely any spotting, and felt well. I did go off the shot for a while and now I am on it again. I am having no side effects except for the initial moodiness and decrease interest in sex. But I would still recommend this product for someone! No periods - Sign me up."


"I've been having depressed feelings with anxiety on/off for over 2 years, due to death in the family, pet dying, I retired and was bored and attempted many futile attempts finding a girlfriend. It all piled up and not sure whether the depression started first or the anxiety but it ramped up on me and made me feel sad, anxious, socially inept, lacked interest in doing things I typically enjoyed, all the typical stuff except it led me to the ER one Sunday night because I was feeling suicidal. It's very frightening at 57 to not be in control. I quickly met with a psychiatrist and she prescribed me Zoloft, 25mg to start, increased to 50mg after the first week, and have been at 75mg now for the past 2 weeks and feel so much better."


"I took 1000mg of Ibuprofen, inserted two pills the doctor prescribed me the night before to dilate my cervix, AND was on my period like the doctor said. I am 24-years-old and never had children. OH MY GOD - this was the *WORST* pain I have ever had. It was paralyzing pain. I cried out, shook, immediately began crying. It literally knocked the air out of me. My boyfriend had to drive me home because the cramping and pain in my cervix was so excruciating. The pain was gone by the next day, but I bled non stop for a month. At my one month check up, I was told my body was expelling it and that I was the 1% of the population it wasn't working for. They said it hadn't been protecting me that entire time, and they removed it that day."


"I had a heat rash in my groin and it was red and very irritating. I used a small amount if the ointment twice a day after showering. Within 24 hours, the irritation was bearable, within 48 hours the irritation had stopped and within 72 hours the redness had faded. I still have dull red marks where the skin was damaged but the rash has totally gone. This, is a fantastic product for heat rash and also, if you have an insect bite, it stops the itching within 2 minutes.
Can be bought over the counter in most Asian countries. Cost here in the Philippines is 299 pesos or around $7. Bargain!"


"Mum has first stage Alzheimer's and was put on drug 8 weeks ago. She has gone from someone who was pleasantly confused, is now incontinent, won't eat or drink, sleeping all the time, and is now in hospital because she was found unresponsive! Had been examined by 4 doctors with in the 8 wks who all said she must stay on the drug! Even though it was blatantly obvious to the family it was the drug causing the symptoms! The drug was stopped 2 days ago and she is alert and talking"


"I am a 22 yr old virgin, so I've never experienced child birth and don't want to anytime soon. I just got the Skyla iud inserted today at about 1pm and before getting it inserted I did my research to make sure it was the best and safest option for me. My overall experience with the insertion was not bad to be honest I know everyone has a different pain tolerance and honestly I'm a wimp with pain but if you remember to take ibuprophen before hand and stay calm and positive, the worst part is the part where they measure the size of your uterus to be honest it felt like a piercing pain near my stomach and I felt cramping it lasted for less than a minute and then it was done you may feel light cramping afterwards but honestly it wasn't bad"


"UPDATE: I have now been on the Kyleena for almost 3 months. I have not had a period since I got it inserted, nor have I spotted since the first week. I have only experienced cramps and a appetite increase. So far it has worked great for me. I hope it stays this way!! I hope it works for you ladies as well :-)"


"I had the 31 recommended injections.  In the first 24 hours, I developed extreme injection site pain.  It felt like electrified acid had been injected into my head and neck.  All the injection sites became extremely itchy and my eye balls were itchy.  48 hours later, my neck and shoulders locked into knots.  At 72 hours (after the weekend), I returned to my doctor.  Doctor said that it was all in my head, even though I couldn't turn my head to look over my shoulder.  He prescribed Benadryl and Aleve.  Benadryl helped the itchiness, but Aleve did nothing for the neck and shoulder pain.  I've tried Motrin, heat, massage and muscle relaxers... nothing has worked.  At 10 days out, I can't hold my head up.  Doctor is sending me to the ER."


"I’ve been having cold sores since I was 12 on my lips and face. I tried everything and nothing would work. My doctor prescribed me this when he realized how serious it was. I was getting them sometimes one right after the other one!
I’m supposed to take one gram a day, but I found that when I did that I still got them frequently. So I only take it when I feel a tingle , I take about 4 and it never comes out.
What sucks is when I don’t get the tingle and I just wake up with a full blow on sore/sores. Overall medicine really helps though!
Completely free with my insurance as well!"


"I started taking 50mg and it worked well for about 6 months. Then my flutters started again from my SVT and rapid heart rate. I was switched to 100mg once a day. This med caused me to be quite tired/fatigued. In the beginning I was also dizzy but that eventually went away almost completely. The sleepiness has not gone away but it's manageable. The good it does for my heart outweighs the side effects for me."


"I was prescribed 4mg of Toviaz after Detrol LA (didn't work) and Vesicare (didn't work-increased dosage made me extremely tired). It seemed to work great at first. I was able to get 4-5 hours of sleep in a row without waking. However, the effects diminished around the 7-8 week mark, especially at night. I even changed my diet and followed the "Your Way" plan. I'm trying the 8mg dosage today. I do like how Pfizer gives you a discount card. I pay only $5 out-of-pocket a month."


"I was prescribed this along with my Effexor XR when diagnosed with mild BPD, Depression, ADD, PTSD. I originally took Abilify but discontinued it once I gained 30 lbs in a month. The Rexulti makes me feel tired and I cannot lose the weight I gained with the Abilify. I thought with the Adderall I started taking and with working out I would at least lose a few lbs. Nope! I think I am done with this med. I am in DBT, CBT therapy and I think that has had more of an effect on my impulsive behavior than this medicine. The only thing I have noticed with it is I have vivid dreams and am always hungry."


"I've had Adderall, Dexedrine, and Concerta as well and this was by far the worst. I took it for nearly a year and had multiple panic attacks a day while on it and watched my personality turn from calm and timid to raging and confrontational. Switched to dexedrine and had much more success, but overall found counselling and CBT for ADHD to be infinitely better than any drug I've taken for it."


"If i could rate this a zero, I would. I have suffered with painful periods since seventh grade and finally went on the pill two months ago. I have had near perfect skin my entire life and my skin is so terrible now that even my mother who is the type to say it's not the bad is extremely concerned. My breasts are also extremely sore and I have been spotting so bad that I have to wear a pad, not even a pantie liner. My doctor is not even telling me to stick out the next month, I switching pills next week at the start of my next period. Do not do this to yourself, especially if you have clear skin to start with."


"I was switched to Kariva because it was a generic version of the current birth control I was on. I do not recommend it. I would have my period normal one month and then I would get it again 2 weeks later. The second period would last for 2 weeks. It was great for controlling acne and I only gained 3 pounds being on it. It seemed to keep my mood swings down. The bad thing with it is I stopped taking it 2 months ago and I have not had a period since. I did a pregnancy test with my doctor and they verified that I was not pregnant. Down side of this is I went back to my regular birth control and I cannot start taking it until my period starts again."


"WORST BIRTH CONTROL EVER. After 3-4 months on this medication, I developed severe nausea, vomiting, mood swings, bad anxiety and depression. Every day I would wake up with the worst stomach cramps and was constantly constipated. Also felt so exhausted every day. I quit shortly after the symptoms came up and its been 3 months since I quit and I'm still struggling and not myself. Please do not take this. The only positives were it cleared up my face slightly and my breasts became bigger."


"Can't take it because my heart rate won't go below 90."


"I give Lutera 5 stars because it effectively did half its job: birth control. I was on it for seven months and never got pregnant, nor did I have any scares. The other half of it was horrible for me: it gave me AWFUL anxiety. I had panic attacks, to the point where I couldn't see straight or feel my legs. All this coming from a person who has never had an anxious bone in her body until I started this pill. I was crazy emotional, and nearly ruined my relationship. I would cry over every little thing. All of that on top of the minor little annoyances like nausea, pimples, hot flashes, etc. All of my symptoms would come and go (except for the anxiety). Each month was different. Everyone is different, but that was my experience."


"This is the only medication we've tried so far for my 11 year old son, but it works. His school work has done a 180 degree turn since we started on Dyanavel.  The only downside is the flavor, which he hates, but he's motivated do he takes it anyway. We haven't had any negative side effects other than reduced appetite I'm the first few months taking the medication.  He's back to raiding the fridge 24/7 now though."


"Topomax combined with Melatonin have prevented me from waking up and eating in middle of the night. Has allowed me to diet and make progress. However, side effects have been challenging, mental fog, reduced sex drive are just a few."


"I would love to give it a 10 because it it pretty great. It is really helping me with my cellulitis at the moment. The reason why I gave it a 9/10 is due to the mood swings that I am having. I checked through the side effects and didn't see mood swings. I have been feeling from happy to mad to sad. Also the bloating is pretty bad, but bloating was stated in the side effects. Overall, this gets the job done quickly, just has its effects."


"Where do I even start? Been fighting my crazy mood and bipolar disorder since I was an adolescent.  Was prescribed this years back, and slowly I saw my life start to tangle up.  Mood problems got worse, could not feel much remorse or feelings, just dampened emotions that got harder to control.   I strongly believe this medicine harmed my mental health during one of the times the brain develops significantly.  Been off for exactly a year and still recovering.  Finally I can sleep through the night after about 10 months, but still dealing and slowly on the way back from a miserable journey of anxiety, insomnia, and instability. Mood should arguably be stabilized, not muted and worsened by this medication. Be safe"


"I had the Mirana IUD put in after I had my 1st son in 2011, after about 1 year of having it I had it taken out because of the cramping and losing so much hair. Then I had my 2nd son June of 2014 and had the skyla put in a couple months later. And almost every month since then I have gotten a yest infection. I have never had problems down there until I got this birth control. About 3 weeks ago I got a severe pelvic infection and in so much pain for the past 3 weeks and antibiotics we not even working! had it removed 3 days ago and it's slowly getting better. I've been having a lot of anxiety, panic attacks and would get depressed but never thought it was fron this birth control till I saw the other comments.I would not recommend it for anyone"


"I have been on Skyla since Dec. 12 2014. So Just over a month. (NO KIDS). Getting it put in felt like really bad cramp with a lot of pressure. They insert the stick and measurer you first. (10 seconds.) They then put the stick in again and put in Skyla (10Sec). I was dizzy and felt sick for a few minutes. It passed. I had cramps for a day and a half. Then I felt great. I was on my period when I had it inserted. They say the cervix is softer and the process will be less painful.  Overall it has been great. No major cravings. My appetite has decreased since I have been off my last birth control (pill.) I cramp once in a while. My first period was longer. I would recommend! Migraine 90% gone! My complexion on birth control is great! Including Skyla."


"Lutera has been pretty effective throughout my couple of months using it. I experienced nausea quite often during the first couple of packs. My breasts were tender and swollen in the beginning but that doesn't happen anymore. I gained about 7 pounds. Sex drive is actually up the wall. I'm naturally a moody and emotional/sensitive little flower and I believe since this is a hormonal pill, it adds on to the emotions. I'm frightened by the potential pop up of depression issues or psychological issues I've been reading about birth control pills. I just don't want it to be too late before I possibly go crazy like some people have mentioned happened to them. Overall the pill is cool. I used to have severe cramps and heavy bleeding but Lutera helped."


"This birth control is great if your one to forget the pill (like myself) but I've been on it for a year and have gained at least 40 pounds!!! I'm seriously thinking about removing it and getting an I.u.d ! I've always been a bigger girl weighing around 180-190 but this past year I've been more active in my career than ever and ive gained 40 pounds. I don't understand what else it could be besides this thing...."


"I've had high blood pressure since I was 19 & been on MANY blood pressures Meds that just stopped working. My doctor put me on Acebutolol, when I was 35. I'm 45 now & my blood pressure is ALWAYS PERFECT or low! I was on a 2nd medication when I started & I was off that 2 years after starting Acebutolol. This medication is awesome! When I was unemployed, Medicaid required a prior-auth! So I had to borrow the money to fill it! "


"I am finally sleeping through the night since I started taking this!"


"I am 24 years old and had very big chicken pox spots, so I used Sudocream containing zinc oxide to dry the spots after the first day of my chicken pox. I also used it when I terribly burned my hand during cooking.
In both cases, it totally helped to calm down my skin condition and help it heal faster."


"I was treated with this medicine. I had no side effects at all."


"In the first  2 weeks of taking these I gained 5 lbs easy. It might just be water weight (I have read that, that is normal) but it is definitely noticeable! In addition to the gained weight I am nauseous ALL THE TIME and have constant headaches. I am a freakishly healthy eater, I exercise 6 days a weeks and all this has stayed the same. The only thing that I have changed in my routine is the inclusion of this medication. After reading about the experiences of others that are similar to mine I'm going off of it ASAP."


"first month terrible hang in there take shot in morning don't eat fried foods and don't eat after 7:00pm I went from 10.5 to 6.8 in three months. feel like I did when I was thirty"


"Finishing up my first month with the Nuva ring. Maybe I'm being too quick to judge but so far my experience has only been great. I haven't had any weight/appetite gain, mood swings or massive fatigue. I believe it has slowed down the rate at which my super annoying few stray chin hairs grow in (seriously, I used to have to pluck like 6-7 coarse hairs outta my chin every other day for the last 4 years). It hasn't decreased my sex drive... If anything it's increased it. I have had tender breasts since inserting it, but I'm actually a big fan of that feeling. My boobs are noticeably bigger and it makes me feel really sexy. It hasn't fallen out and I've had plenty of vigorous sex with my partner. I certainly hope things stay in this way. Try it"


"I would eat non stop and eat for really no resion. I was 322lbs before I had my 3 child after I had her I was 301lbs I been on adpexs for almost two months I am now 249lbs. I have had the dry mouth side effect but that about the only one I have had and water helps. I have so much engrey that I love it and I go back for a weigh in about two weeks can't wait. I love the way I feel and the way I look . I am very happy and have much need engrey."


"I wanted to love Mirena, and maybe too much. I stuck it out for a little over a year and finally had to give up and have it removed. I loved the idea of not having to take a pill daily and just the general peace of mind. The insertion was crazy painful, I felt nauseous and almost fainted, even though the doctors office told me I was fine to drive myself to and from the doctors office. I had intense cramping and heavy and often irregular bleeding for a while, the irregular bleeding and spotting last for over 6 months. It felt worth it at the time. I ate like a crazy person, craved sugar and carbs, I gained so much weight. The last straw was the fact that I continually got cysts and had to keep getting them checked every month with ultrasounds"


"Had some very severe persistent anxiety pop up. I have been on this for 10 years and its an amazing medication for people with anxiety. "


"Honestly all the negative reviews are spot on. The side effects of the monistat were worse than my actual symptoms. I don't experience any burning like many people but my vagina itched 1000x more after I took the day one pill and my vagina was beyond sore. It's so uncomfortable. I didnt even have that much discharge before I took this medication. Needless to say, I have an appointment with my doctor  tomorrow. I would suggest going to your doctor or taking the AZO capsules. This honestly is the worst"


"I used to hear voices on a daily basis, especially when I was near a fan or running water, the noise turned into words.  Since I have been on Risperdal I have had a significant decrease in the voices to where they are almost gone.  If I don't get any sleep or I am really stressed out the voices come back, so I try to get plenty of sleep and avoid stressful situations.  I give Risperdal an A .  The first week on Risperdal I was extremely sleepy.  It was really hard to wake up, but now I am fine and my body has adapted to the medication.  You should try it.  The peace of mind I get from Risperdal is priceless.  I used to think my thoughts were being broadcast out loud and now my own thoughts are much quieter."


"I have been using paragard for almost 3 years now. So far so good. But since I got it inserted, I don't have regular period. Just spotting here and there. I don't even need to use a pad. I'm worried because most of women have complain about heavy period but mine is totally opposite.
I am having thyroid problems also. I wonder if its because of IUD. Doctor said its okay not to have period but my belly is so bloated and looks like 8 months pregnant."


"I took this medication after being on resperidone which made me really tense but abilify really works for me still hear voices in a distant way and still will be increasing the dose"


"This has been wonderful for me. No more excessive belching and burning and the pain in my chest has almost gone with the first treatment. I'm not scared to eat some of my favorite foods anymore."


"Love it! Hope it never stops working"


"I use Nubain twice a week for pain in my back due to being injured several years ago.  This is one of the best medications I have found that didn't put me to sleep for hours after I take it."


"I have been taking Lexapro for over a year. Have gone from 10mg per day to 20mg per day. Switched between taking in the morning and taking at night. It has done nothing for me. I still have anger episodes, still worry constantly, and still big ups and downs. Hope to find something that helps soon. Good luck to all who are trying also."


"I take Effexor 2 x daily.  If I don't take it then all I get done in a day is crying.  It has worked very well for me."


"After switching birth control pills I was really happy to find this one. I experienced no nausea, headaches, and zero mood swings. My last birth control contributed to horrible emotional ups and downs, but this one seems to not even affect my emotions. So thankful to have found a pill with no noticeable side effects for me! Everyone's body chemistry is different though, so find what's right for you."


"I have been taking Lyrica for 6 weeks.The first 5 weeks I took 50mg twice daily.Literally at the 5 week mark I had significant improvement.My pain was at a consistent pain level of an 8/9 before starting and now a 5/6.I would like to note I had no side effects at this dose.My doctor increased my dose to 100mg twice daily a week ago and now I have side effects,headaches that last all day,everyday where as before I did have chronic headches that came and went during the day from fibro.

Also my fingers and face are very puffy to the point of being uncomfortable.And the worst part is the chronic dry mouth.I have to keep a water bottle on hand to sip on constantly!(Having a chronic dry mouth puts you at a higher risk of cavities.)And weight gain"


"OMG!!! As I read these reviews I'm sitting here in the most intense itch I've ever experienced. This was recommended by my friend and because I trust her I went ahead a brought the Monistat 1. I put the egg in and I was fine, but once I went to the bathroom all hell broke lose. The itching is unbearable!! This is worst than the YI itself. I've never gone through this in my life and for the level of discomfort I am experiencing tonight, it better be gone in the morning. There is a slight stinging feeling but the itching is outrageous!!  Help me!!"


"Don't listen to these dramatic people. If your a regular person with no mental problems and have fairly regular periods this implant can be life changing. Got it in Feb and haven't had a period or side effects at all."


"I've been using this product for over 2 years when I've had YI's. Never had any until I had kids. This stuff BURNS! SO BAD. I have a high pain tolerance and I've not slept well in 2 nights. I'm taking the 3Day this time in hopes that the burning would be minimal; but it isn't."


"Hurts way too much to continue using this product. I've taken weeks break and still is unbearable. Wish it would have worked for me. Using Sweat block now, doesn't work as well but there is no pain involved."


"The cap is hella hard to get off smh. But! This stuff isn't total rubbish. It actually works very well."


"I received a shot last week of this at the hospital. It was great at first and was working great for my severe panic attacks, then about 45 minutes later, I started seeing Mickey mouse bumper boats and pink pigs standing in cake. The hospital didn't do anything for me and this is considered a severe side effect. They sent me home and then I slept for 36 hours and had a Migraine for 2 days after. I image it works for others but not me, way to many side effects, when I have 2 kids I have to take care of."


"Started Naturethroid after seven years on Levoxyl and Cytomel, with unrelenting fatigue, migraines, constipation, and feeling cold all the time. Initially felt great on the Naturethroid. But after two weeks, started to have headaches again. Then developed diarrhea that lasted for two weeks. It was a nightmare. Went off of it and went back to the synthetics. So disappointed that it caused this reaction. These natural meds are not necessarily the perfect solution that they are portrayed to be, even if they do work for some."


"Maxalt always seems to be my rescue drug for putting off full migraine. My Dr told me to take full 10mg tab (I would take 5mg as it worked) to alleviate rebound headaches. Also, she wanted to limit my intake of Maxalt to 2xday/2days wk/2days inbetween. I recently tried this with other drugs she prescribed for headaches inbetween.  I ended up in ER yesterday with the WORST migraine of my life. I'm looking for another Dr. and blame the new regimen for the problem. Has anyone else been told about limiting their Maxalt in this way? I get anywhere between 2-6 headaches a month, usually."


"I love this medication. Im 16 and had major anxiety. I used to not wanna be around people at all. I hated so many things. Now that I'm taking the medicine I realized I also had depression. I'm a whole other person. I'm so happy and my anxiety has lessened greatly."


"I have taken Lutera for about a year now. Maybe more. I do like this pill because my periods are lighter than what would be natural for me. Also it doesn't seem to affect my moods at all. In fact I think I am more mentally sound on this pill than any other I have tried or even not taking birth control at all. HOWEVER, I have next to no sex drive. Maybe that's why it has worked so well. I gain a little water weight as well throughout the duration of my pill pack but lose it while on my period. My skin is pretty good too. I have tried Yaz and Microgestin (caused me to have heart palpitations daily and depression), and I HATED them. So I would recommend this pill. "


"For a YEAR this birth control caused the worst acne/period of my life! I would have extremedy heavy/painful periods lasting up to two weeks. They would make me nauseous/dizzy, double over from sharp pains. If I forgot to take it for HALF A DAY, the period would start all over again!! I went to my Dr. to find out if I had endometriosis & ran a bunch of tests, even ultrasounds, but nothing was present.

Eventually, I couldn't afford the health insurance increase so I went without the birth control for a yr+. During that break, all my acne went away & I no longer had pain/issues with my period. I went back on Gildess Fe a few months ago & everything came back! WORST BC EVER!

I use Microgestin Fe 1.5/30 now. Light 2-3 day periods no pain/acne!"


"I been on Topiramate 25mg once in the morning and once at night  been taking it for four days now with no changes in appetite at all. I am at the same weight. I am taking it for the side effect to lose weight, but I do suffer from depression. I will update you all if any weight loss does occur. I will be going to see if my primary care doctor will prescribe me the new weight loss pill Qsymia next, because it has topiramate in it. I Just need a jump start to getting this weight off of me. I have been reading accounts where people have been losing off of 50mg of topiramate, but not for me hoping maybe in a week I may see results. I have a 30 day supply. Let's hope"


"This was not a bad birth control, I've missed it a couple times within 24hours and no pregnancy. Didn't have much weight gain at all. Only thing is lower than normal sex drive.  I would recommend this for people (me included) that cannot take combo pills.. Higher risk of stroke due to excess estrogen. I will be back on it if I get my period this next month :)"


"I spent 12 long years with severe insomnia. It cost me a 2 long term relationships, almost my career and my sanity. My doctors tried to get me to take sleeping pills but I resisted. I didn't want to become addicted to anything. I finally gave in. It was the best thing I ever did for my health and well being, I credit it for saving my life. I take 10mg every night. Sometimes on a Sunday night I may have to take an additional 1/2. I guess I would be considered addicted, but the alternative is something far worse. I have suffered depression my whole life, and not sleeping for days on end just made the depression worse. My depression is in check more than it has ever been."


"I was prescribed Levaquin for pneumonia. After two days I felt so much better. I had some lower back pain which I expected as I know medications well. I am a practicing RN for 23 years. My appetite was poor but has improved. I had some mouth pain with probable thrush related to the antibiotic. 750 mg x 5 days was worth it!!"


"Please don't be scared to take this medication.   I read the reviews and was horrified, but honestly the drug was very tolerable.  I went through 2 other medications for UTI before I was prescribed this one. First it was Bactrim, which a few hours after taking 3rd dose I got hives.  Second was Ciprofloxacin Hcl 500mg and I ended up with tendinitis in both legs.  Thirdly is Macrobid 100mg 2x a day for 7 days.  My advice is to take it with a full meal.  Only side effects I get is slight drowsiness, and nausea close to the 12 hours mark of my next dose.  Eat large meals before taking Macrobid and then snack throughout the day and drink lots of fluids.  You'll be ok."


"I suffered from depression caused by many different things. Before this medicine, I had hit the point where I was horrible.  My marriage was about to end, it was so bad.  The first day, I took one as soon as I picked it up. Within a few hours I was happier.  I had more patience and that horrible ball of tension across my shoulders was gone for the first time in months.  I was nauseated, and dizzy.  I am now on day three, I notice I am handling stressful things better, and am in general happier.  The dizziness has abated, diarrhea, and nausea are still there, and I am sweating way more.  That is worth it though, to save my marriage, and feel this happy again."


"I'm not sure what mental issues I have exactly, they've told me this and that over the past 15 years. I got people talking going on and seeing them. I also have anger outbursts and take things out on myself, but doesn't happen when I hear and see the people. So anyway, I tried Risperdal before from my doc and it helped me to be able to read and understand what I read, but with Abilify it's not as good, although Risperdal made me have gynecomastia big time, and Abilify doesn't cause as much prolactin.
I think it's a decent medication, but the voices and seeing people are still strong and break through the veil, even the mask of the medication, so I'm not cured. But it's better than nothing I guess. But one day I may go off of it."


"This is the first medication out of all the meds I've tried (lithium, seroquel) to stabilize my moods on a daily basis. My mood has never been this stable from as far as I can remember. It took a few months to work though, and dosage is really critical. Going from 100mg to 200mg made a BIG difference. I also started taking more at night which helps keeps my irritability down in the morning.

I haven't had any side effects at all from this, except decrease in appetite. Being already skinny, this is a little disappointing, however I'd take that any day over depression."


"I have been an opiate user for 6 years. I would do 10-30mg over a few days and go back to subs. I was real close to losing my family so I thought the vivitrol shot was my best option. It was really hard staying clean and going through wd for the past week, but I got through it. Got shot yesterday and I'm not having any side effects. Tossing and turning and not getting a good night sleep will continue for a while. I think the shot is the best option if you are addicted and you really want to change your life. If I can do it anyone can!"


"I've been on Contrave for 12 weeks with a 23lb weight loss to date.  It's definitely working for me!  I have only moderately changed what I eat, cutting out most sweets and avoiding fast food, but just don't feel like eating as much.  I don't have food cravings any more and feel motivated to lose this weight.  I take two pills daily, one morning - one evening.  Tried to increase to 3 or 4 but felt sick a couple days.  Since I'm losing on two, I'll continue this way.  Only side effect is slight constipation and I'm careful to take the doses after eating.  I plan to lose 50 or 60lbs  more!   This is the first time in my adult life I've lost more than 10 lbs without getting discouraged and giving up!"


"I have been using Nuvaring for about 4 months now and have not been very impressed. I have had breakouts the entire time, lower back aches, HORRIBLE mood swings, it has slipped out more than once, and given me terrible anxiety. Since I recently stopped using it all symptoms have stopped and I feel normal again. I hope this helps anyone who is experiencing the same!"


"I began taking Reclipsen during February of 2015. Developed cystic acne. I've always had a few spots here and there, but nothing like this. I even switched to all-organic skin products which helped a little. I developed insane headaches. I became extremely emotional and began crying at the drop of a hat, where in the past, I could count on 2 hands how many times I would cry per year. WORST OF ALL, I gained 20 lbs from Feb-Oct 2015. I exercise, have a plant-based diet, and I'm 22 so my metabolism hasn't quite slowed yet. No excuse for that and not flattering on a 5'4" frame. It prevented pregnancy (thus 2/10), but the side effects aren't worth enduring this pill. Switching to ParaGard in a week and a half. No more hormones for me."


"Lexapro changed my life! I had coped with generalized anxiety, depression, even slight OCD since I was a child. Everything in my life was affected by it in some shape or form. I have been on Lexapro 10 mg for three years now and I can't imagine being without it. I'm happy with my life; work, family, friends. No more anxiety attacks or crying spells or OCD. My husband can 100 percent see the change. I only had a few side effects for the first few weeks like yawning and slight night sweats (didn't interrupt my sleep) for several months and now none. I think my doctor puts it best; diabetics take insulin because their bodies don't produce enough and people who have the symptoms above don't make enough serotonin take a medicine like Lexapro."


"I'm a rare case; I currently am prescribed 180mg of Adderall (90mg IR & 90mg XR). When this was raised to 240mg, I asked to try Dexedrine thinking that after a decade on Adderall, I had simply become tolerant to it. My doc put me on 120mg of Dexedrine. There was a noticeable decline in my focus, and my energy levels (not that's why you should take stimulants) fell off the map. It was smooth. But for me, it was way too smooth. I remember taking 60mg one morning and then going for a hike. I couldn't concentrate on a damn thing, and I was nodding off as I was walking. I guess I should have expected this going from such a high amount of Adderall to a lower dose of Dexedrine (which is absent of levoamphetamine). I would try it again though."


"I have been on this medicine for nearly one week. I have lost 8lbs since starting this medicine. I take half a dose on a empty stomach and then drink protein drinks both for breakfast and lunch. Then eat a light supper and been eating about 1100 calories or less a day. I go to the gym about 3 to 4 time a week.
I have noticed every day a change in my weight. I haven't had any side effects my blood pressure been running great.
I don't experience any nausea or vomiting with this medicine while working out. I am planning taking this medicine for 1 month and then taking rest and start it again.
"


"I have suffered from all kinds of anxieties, like Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, Obsessive thoughts and Social anxiety. There are times when you have NO social anxiety, for instance, in my case, even after stopping 25mg CR version Paxil, there had been no fear of social confrontation, just shyness or may be low self-esteem or introversion.

But when SA attacks again, its a very gradual process. Even if you notice a slight sign of SA coming back, you try to disprove your own opinion by thinking - ''Now I have learned, this feeling is just stupid, doesn't make sense and I am definitely not gonna develop a full fledged SA."
But when SA comes back you have no idea but to start taking Paxil again."


"I have been on Trileptal for nearly two months. I have tried many medications because I am drug resistant. I take three tablets during the day. When I take a tablet I can feel a very comfortable soothing in about 30 - 40 minutes. This lasts for a few hours then I need to take another tablet. This is the best medicine yet. At least Trileptal provides quick relief."


"Omnicef was effective in treating my daughter's sinusitis. However, she broke out in hives a day after finishing the medication.  Although it is not certain the medicine caused her hives, it is very ironic that they broke out within 24 hours of finishing the antibiotic."


"I'm 21 and this is my first yeast infection. I got the Monistat 7 day treatment after my best friend recommended it, terrible idea. This is my 4th night and it still burns and itches after I insert it. The itching goes away after 45 minutes or so, but the burning decides to stick around and play with my emotions for a while. I've even developed some spotting while I've been using this that occurs each day.. However, I had my boyfriend take a peak and he says that it looks like it's clearing up. That won't be enough for me to continue using this product though, I'm raising my flag and I'm giving up, the pain isn't worth my loss of sleep."


"I had the worst skin In my year. It started off small but then went haywire at the end of year seven to the beginning of year 8. Then my mums fabulous Doctor friend  helped me  out on Epiduo! I've never had better skin! I've gone from not being able to touch an inch of clear skin to being not able to touch a fragment of bumpy skin! Epiduo is a life saver. Without it, I don't know what my skin would look like now.
It didn't really sting my face but if your skin is dry it will. "


"It's been good for me. I never reacted well to other medication which gave me headaches and scary heart beats. With Ziac none of that occurs and it also has a very calming effect on me."


"Female, 27 years old, 5'1", starting weight 132 lbs
14 days of taking Phantermine, i'm 5 lbs down, current weight 127 lbs.

I was prescribed Phantermine at 15.00 Mg for the first two weeks, I lost 3 lbs - no change in appetite. My doctor raised the dosage to 37.5 mg. I'm now 5 lbs down. With the increased dosage, I feel like I've been sucking on cotton balls all day :(  but it has forced me to drink at least 70 fl oz. a day. Downfall, is that since my dosage was increased i'm only sleeping a couple of hours a night. On a positive note, since the dosage was increased my appetite is non existent, I have more energy, I've lost 5lbs in 14 days. Good luck guys and gal"


"I was diagnosed with AS about 2 years ago but felt the pain last 5 years. I have tried everything and absolutely nothing has worked for me, lastly trying Humira which I was on for about 4months and no pain relief and then trying Enbrel weekly for 4 works now and haven't felt any difference at all so far, maybe it may take a lot longer to kick in :("


"I successfully took Ambien not every night. And it was great.
However, Ambien CR has caused vivid dreams, memory loss, sleep driving. I stopped using CR when I had a sleep driving event and no memory of the event. Will have to battle my sleep problem without it."


"I am a 19 year old studying Chemical Engineering in college, and I would say that Concerta has helped me so much. I started taking this in 18mg doses in 3rd grade and I was then able make straight A's through 5th grade. I then began taking a higher dosage of 36mg in middle school and continued taking it until this day.  I graduated within the top 4% of my high school class and I am doing very well in college.  The single greatest thing about Concerta at 36mg dosage, is that I can study and stay focused up to 12 hours straight! I have become an extremely hard worker and other students, who don't have ADD, simply can't keep up with me because of the amount of time I am able to put into my studies.  I would highly recommend Concerta."


"I had started acne on my chin and my forehead and nothing worked ! I was really confused because I always take some much time prepping my skin but this product made my acne leave ! I do have a little more oily skin now because of it making my skin dry but that doesn't bother me"


"Had it for six months. VERY reliable. Insertation is highly uncomfortable but I sucked it up in the end bc I knew it'll be well worth it for my boyfriend and I in the end. Two long (1 1/2 weeks) HEAVY periods in the same MONTH back in August. Two months later had a short ( 3 days) super light period. My periods are now starting to regulate and so far no pregnancy scares. (Despite  sex daily AND not using any other form of contraception)"


"Well the 1st time I had it it was great! 3 years without a period!! This time.. Well I've been on a constant period which is heavy causing me to feel faint and dizzy and gained weight (in which I am loosing finally) I think it's just shear luck as to whether it actually suits you. I'm having mine out soon and going on the patch. Great birth control as you can't do anything anyway! "


"I’ve been taking mononessa for a month and a half, since day one I noticed a slight headache I didn’t pay much attention to it since I thought it was just balancing my hormones. The following weeks went by and my headache got worse by the time my period came I experienced cramps very bad cramps making me cry (30 year old crying worst period ever) I called my doctor and told her my symptoms she told me that it was normal that eventually my body would get use to the medication. Once again I’m on month two second week I’ve been experiencing terrible heart burn, diarrhea, vomiting & extreme headache so I threw them away. If your taking this pill I hope it works for you it didn’t for me :("


"About 5 months ago I had a MAJOR breakout on my chin. I'm 27, never had a problem with acne before. I'd been through a number of topical creams and antibiotics, without any result. If anything, the breakout was worse. I was a few weeks away from starting Accutane, when as a last resort my doctor gave me Atralin. It took about two weeks before I saw much of an improvement, but it works wonderfully. It didn't burn like any of the other topical creams and didn't make it worse before better, like most of the other ones. I've been using the Atralin for a couple of months now and my skin has cleared up completely. I have had maybe two or three very small blemishes since then, and even those are gone within a day or two. I highly recommend it!"


"T-27 not good the SFD -  20 works better."


"I have had chronic hives for a year and a half. It's awful. I have been taking Xyzal for almost a year now. Xyzal works to eliminate the itching and rashes, but it makes me very tired. If I take it during the day I feel tired. If I take it before bed I have difficulty waking up and getting started. It also makes me feel down, just not myself. I have not found anything better to help with my rash outbreaks so I do continue to use it."


"I am over 60 and had my first ever flexible sigmoidoscopy today after using the Moviprep 1 ltr dose evening, 2nd 1 ltr dose following day.  It did its job to clean the bowel for effective examination.  I found it very sickly sweet and it's maybe like that to cater for a society majority bingeing on sweet foods and drinks, though not me and I try to avoid aspartame too.  I am not a great drinker of liquids so I found it awkward to twice drink 1 litre of soupy syrup and half litre of other liquid in 2 hours, but it was necessary so I did it, and I didn't want to do a second prep if this one failed to do its job."


"19 yr old male going on 20. Had been suffering from extreme anxiety, depression, paranoia, intrusive thoughts for the best part of a year. Day to day life was a living hell and I rapidly began to lose any motivation and hope I had left. Started on 50mg, probably made things worse for first 4 weeks, upped to 100mg, wouldn't class it as life changing, anxiety and thoughts are still there, but a lot less intense. Much chirpier and can finally engage in day to day life with a lot more ease and comfort without feeling completely messed up and hopeless. Would recommend, just hang on in there. Things do get better."


"Bad News: I had terrible crushing headaches and moderate on and off nausea for about the first two weeks....no side effects after that though. Just get through that short time! Long term, stay away from high fat meals and anything deep fried-you will be sick from it and really could seize. Bright Side: I'm 63 lbs down in 8 months. Could not be happier with the help this drug is. I will continue to take it for another 100 lbs. Yes, it is scary in the beginning, my advice: drink/sip WATER all day even when you are not thirsty."


"I was prescribed this medicine to help with my Rosacea. Just like others, the initial response was amazing. Face looked pearly white. I used it for about 3 days, mornings only and a tiny drop. All of a sudden, on the 4th day, I'm sitting at work and begin to feel this tingly feeling in two parts of my face. I looked at myself in the mirror and couldn't believe my eyes. The two areas were swelled up ,so bright red it was almost purple!  Swelling did not subside until the next day. This medication was very expensive, I will be calling them to try to get my money back. I shouldn't have filled the prescription, I just got so excited when the sample worked, was afraid the pharmacy may take a long time to fill the prescription."


"I've been using Seroquel now for 4 years. I  suffer with anxiety and can't sleep at night. Seroquel has helped me sleep and helps me throughout the day with my anxiety, if I feel anxious I take a 25mg and it alleviates the anxiety for me.  I think it's very good for both. It has helped me tremendously."


"I have tried 3 different antidepressants throughout my life & I have been on Pristiq for a year now. It worked really well to help my depression but 2 downfalls for me are massively low libido and withdraws before the tablet is due to be taken. Tingling, slow vision, what seems like electric currents going off in my head. Weaning off will be the biggest challenge due to rapid onset of side effects. I have read from people who tried to wean off them & failed because they were quite unwell."


"This worked great for me in regards to my overactive bladder. Sadly, it also made me feel like I had a urinary tract infection most of the time. NOT a good feeling."


"This medication did wonders with this problem."


"I found the mirena great. It wasn't very painful to have put in. It took 6/8 months to settle. For the first month's I had bleeding on and off all month. After 8 months I hadn't any periods. I replaced it with a new coil after 5 years.

The only side effects I noticed were ance between 8months and 12 months."


"I was taking Adipex for a 1 1/2 months. I lost a total of 18lbs. The only problem I had was acceleration to the heart so I had to stop."


"When I first took Seroquel, I had the side effects of a type of motion sickness, as my head would whirl about, and I never knew if I was whirling or the surroundings were.  I didn't want to stay on it, but was advised to give it longer. And to change from XR to regular.  I did,  and after about 6 weeks (from memory) I adjusted to it.  Yes, I was so tired, went to cut a 300mg into halves, then to 200mg's, now to 300 mg again.  Seroquel works for me, I've been on it for approx 18mnths or so.  I sleep, my mind doesn't race or think or roam.  I get a deep sleep.  I was advised to get up early and it will wear off- yes, that happens. But it's not easy."


"I took this drug for the first time last night for my RLS. It was the worst night I have had in a long time. I was hot and sweaty all night, I threw up twice, and only got a couple hours of sleep. The headache I have is terrible. I will not be using this again."


"I have depression, anxiety and major back and neck pain as well as many other problems. I was looking for an antidepressant that works as well as something to help with my frequent sleep paralysis. Fortunately I found one that works. Effexor XR helps tremendously with the night time attacks. Unfortunately when starting (lowest dose) I had major headaches and nausea for the first two days. I also sweat a lot in general and made symptoms of sweating much worse, as well as feeling hot all the time. The benefits of stopping the sleep paralysis outweigh any other side effects. So for me I'm sticking to it since I finally can sleep better. I hear getting off of it is awful, so do so carefully! When I stopped for 2 days it was just like I started, Nausea and major headaches, weird."


"I've been on Butrans 10 mcg since July. Today I noticed that my shirt, right where I had the patch was wet. I checked the patch and I could see a liquid seeping from the patch. With today being Saturday, I couldn't reach my doctor, so I got ready and went to the pharmacy. I guess the way I was feeling could be described as being extremely "high" and very jittery! Also my head hurt and I was nauseous! The pharmacist told me to remove the patch right away, and she gave me a piece of paper to stick it on and a zipper bag to close it up in. She said I was getting the full week long dose all at once, so I was in jeopardy of overdosing, if I wouldn't have caught it sooner! i don't know if I want to put another one on!"


"I had been using Cymbalta for 3 years and all was great until the generic one appeared and I took it for several weeks and started getting a metallic taste in my mouth and got cyst in my mouth and on both sides of my tongue; nothing tasted right.  I had my doc write a script for use of only the original Cymbalta because I saw on another forum that this was a reaction of the generic.  All the cyst cleared up and gone and everything is normal after 2 weeks of original Cymbalta!"


"The absolute only thing that works when I am severely constipated. Always makes me nauseous drinking it (cherry is the best tasting in my opinion) but is worth it!"


"This is a terrible drug. I have tried 5 or 6 different birth control pills, but this one was unbearable. It gave me panic attacks, nausea, dizziness, and high blood pressure. I didn't last a week. I would never ever reccomend this birth control pill. I can't wait until it is 100% out of my system."


"I have been on this pill for 3 months and it is the first birth control pill that I have ever been on. I can't even describe how horrible my experience was with this pill. I have had mood swings ever day starting early in the morning after I take it and lasting until I go to sleep. I have been so incredibly irritated, even the slightest thing will cause me to become angry or upset. The amount of tears I have cried could fill a pond. I know that everyone has a different experience with their birth control pill, but this has been the worst experience in my life. My psychologicist has me diagnosed with severe depression. I feel bad for anyone else who has taken this pill and has had the same reaction. I am starting a different next month."


"I am starting week 4 on Chantix. I smoked for over 40 years and had planned to smoke a carton the first week on Chantix as my last hurrah. I was actually very disappointed to loose my craving after the first few days. I have been smoke free for 15 days.  Side effects are minimal. Have gained some weight and still get cravings but they are short lived and can be put aside.  I do miss the simple pleasure of smoking."


"I have a degenerative bone disease that started a dozen years ago. Pain took over my life and made it hardly worth living. Doctor prescribed combination of percocet, lyrica, and cymbalta and it gave me back my life."


"Was on Myleran for 27 years only came off when I no longer responded. Been on imatinib, dasitinib and nilotinib. "


"I was told that Latuda is a better tablet than taking my older tablet which is stelazine 10ml a day only side affect was that it made me tired all the time and I was sleeping that's all. So I'm now on 60ml a day I had side effects bad ones and worse thing happened tonight i have never in my life been so aggressive against my daughter and my husband ....never had I been like that on Stelazine ..never...

My husband was in tears tonight because of my attitude and my aggressive behavior ...I didn't feel any remorse what so ever, definitely not a good tablet for me. I have both Schizophrenia and Bipolar and depression. I don't care how hard it is to get Stelazine but I'm going to go back on the stelazine its so much better for me and my family."


"I took Adderall for about 7-8 months.  It was the first medication that I have taken for ADHD as in the past I have suffered through the symptoms.  Overall I would say that it helped my focus and drowsiness.  Other than that I didn't notice a huge change in other areas, though the ability to stay awake and keep focused helped at work. I still managed to forget important events.  It works well for those of us who have the in-attentive type ADHD."


"Yesterday was my first time when I took Maxalt-MLT to cure my migraine. My doctor prescribed this drug six months ago but all those months I had no incidence of a migraine. Yesterday was again after my weight lifting workout. I only get migraines after a workout the last years. I always get aura for about 20 minutes before a headache begin. That is good the doctor said because I can take Maxalt faster before the pain begins. My first impression is that the aura lasted about 15 minutes and the pain was bearable in a scale of ten I would say 6.5 compared to other times that reaches 9 -10. The first 10 minutes, I was feeling a little bit weird and little dizzy. After 90 minutes the migraine got away,  I think it needs about 90 minutes to act"


"I have started taking Lovan. It has changed my life. I cannot believe it.  I wish I had gone on this medication years ago. I have had severe impairing depression my whole life from the earliest age. I cannot believe the difference. I am myself but I am positive, I no longer wake up in the night worrying, I don't have that constant sadness that I could never shake. I feel happy. I feel sane. I actually feel energized sometimes to exercise but I had to take it at night not morning or I was too tired in the day. I switched to night and my life has turned around.
The first month was hard with side effects but then taking it at night has changed my life.  I absolutely love this medicine and I was a natural medicine freak. Why oh why."


"I have been taking Celexa 20mg for about 3 months for social anxiety disorder and it's worked great so far.  I am much more talkative and social around people.  I don't get shaky and don't dread meeting new people anymore. Someone at my last party asked me if I was high at a party when I hadn't been drinking or anything.  He said usually I am sitting in the corner being anti-social.  I had a touch of nausea when I changed from 10-20 mg, but other than that I do sleep deeper and I think I have less nervous energy than I used to.  I was also yawning uncontrollably for the first month, but I am much more happier."


"I've been on citalopram for a little over a month. I take 30 mg a day but I don't feel any thing different. I am 15 and it did not work for me trying to get my dad to take me to a doctor before I try to do something silly. "


"First month on trinessa and I can say I have no complaints what so ever it makes my skin glow I may get like up to 3 pimples max during the time of the month. I have struggled with acne 5 years and this is the best ive seen my skin in years"


"My primary doc actually gave me a shot of this when I threw my back out. I never felt better. I went back to him and told him not only did it help with my back, but with may fibromyalgia! My rheumatologist had given me all sorts of pills to try and I felt like like a science experiment! I usually get it 1-2 times a year. I stretch it out until I know I can't take it anymore and my body tells me- "help"- it has done me wonders! I can get back on my feet and be me within a day or 2 depending on how bad I am. No more docs pushing pills down my throat or telling me it's all in my head, & I can get outta bed when the alarm goes off- not hitting snooze and for 2 hours and Practically in tears! I know my body N it works for me! Good luck!"


"Plan B One Step really works. I know you're probably nervous and worrying about the effectiveness, but I just want to tell you to relax. Let me just tell you my story, I had sex February 4th and the condom broke. So me and my boyfriend drove to the pharmacy and purchased the Plan B One Step. I took it, so it was about 20-30 mins after the incident happened that I took the pill. I began to feel one symptom about 1 hr later, I was extremely tired, and had little energy. It lasted for 2 days then wore off. So I was expecting my period about a month away so I went crazy. I missed one period and finally got my one 12 days after my missed period. So Plan B actually works."


"I started Abilify because my bipolar disorder drug cocktail became less effective. Abilify was new on the market. It lifted my mood considerably, I felt great. And without any bad side effects. I thought.  After about 6 weeks I developed hand tremor. It got worse. My psychopharmacologist sent me to a neurologist who began treating me for a kind of tremor that's inherited. He did not believe it was due to Abilify- which now has a side effect listed as "muscle movements that could become permanent." Naturally I stopped taking Abilify. So either the neurologist is right, and Abilify activated the tremor or I developed the permanent muscle movement side effect. Either way, I now have to take an anti-tremor drug."


"I started contrave in April 2016- at first I had the nausea and was dizzy but it finally stopped after about 30 days. I started out at 221 lb and now at 180. Tickled to death with the results."


"I went to the ER after I coughed up blood a few times thru the day, and I was diagnosed with acute bronchitis. I was prescribed the zpack 5 day regimen.
After a couple of days I began feeling a little better, but by the 5th or 6th day, I felt worse. I had severe nausea and became anorexic to the point that I lost 14 pounds. It took about another 4-5 days until I could eat more than a bite or so of food at any sitting.
It's been around a month and a half since this happened, and I'm still having issues with my appetite and weight. I'm still down the 14 lbs, and my energy flags easily. I'll never EVER take that med again due to such an experience. I've had fine success with other antibiotics, without them being this hard on my gut."


"Pre-diabetic. Placed on Metformin. The first day severe dirreahea but after that nothing. I take 500mg twice a day at breakfast and dinner..Don't craved sweets as much. Which is great and when i do eat i feel full fast.

Don't know about  any weight loss but i do feel a lot better since taking metformin. But i only been taking  it for two days...

Other than having dirreahea the first day. I have no other reactions. I drink plenty of water and sparkling water too...I'm also getting in the habit of eating healthier."


"After 35 years of smoking I am proud to say that it has been 7 years since I stopped smoking from using Chantix. It took less than two months. I cannot recall any side effects.  I still do not have a desire to smoke cigarettes."


"I don't really know"


"Metformin is very good at maintaining blood glucose levels, but the "trots" have been a problem for me since taking it 3 times a day, 1 pill per meal. I found that eating a fresh green salad with no-fat salad dressing a day, and a dose of Imodium Lopermide, made for the "trots", cuts down that problem. I have a tremendously bad problem with morbid (hate that word so much) obesity, and have not noticed any weight loss, but perhaps I'm glad that it can! I am very limited in physical excercise due to a spinal cord injury, degenerative arthritus in my spine, several problems with my legs, broken bones, etc. I used to hike a lot, but can't now. Hypothyroidism doesn't help. Hard time..."


"This drug is horrible. Took it for three days and could barely get out of bed. Tired, lifeless existence is no life. Been off it for two days and still feel the side effects. Avoid completely"


"Started phentermine February 15th weighing in at 183 as of today February 21st for my first week I'm at an even 170. I'm 26yrs old and 5'8! Only side effect is dry mouth. I eat maybe 800 calories a day and drink 8-10 bottles of water per day. I'm hoping to lose at least 25lbs my first month and be down to 140 by the end of April."


Bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline

"I feel like I have been poisoned . Even though people react differently to every medication I'm sure this one beats all bad side effects by a long way . After having h pylori I began with pylera treatment for 10 days.... couldn't get through it for more than 7 days as my health started taking a heavy toll. Headaches, mood swings, bloating, painful constipation, extreme fatigue, chills and  then I stopped  when I had a hives allergic attack which obliged me to stop working. I'm an otherwise healthy 32 yr old who has had her life turned upside down by pylera. After stopping treatment I noticed I had developed an oral thrush due to antibiotics killing my intestinal flora and was sick in bed. Be warned as to the bad side effects and look for natural remedies!"


"Worked great for anxiety. I was calling 911 thinking I was dying that's how bad it was. I tried a bunch of SSRI's. Paxil suppressed all my feelings which took the anxiety away. But made me impotent Not a good result for me."


"I switched to Gianvi about a year ago and yeah, it's prevented pregnancy pretty well, but other than that I hate it. I've noticed, and so has my boyfriend, that my moods are terrible all month long. I flip out way too easily and get irritated quickly, which never happened before to this extent. I was always such a calm laid back person on Yaz."


"In short this is a miracle drug."


"When started using it, I thought it was the best contraceptive ever until it almost cost me my life. Since February 2015, I experienced shortness of breath, dry cough, headaches, pain and numbness in my legs and a sharp pain in my chest when I inhale. Doctors diagnosed me with asthma because I had it as a child. In the start of April 2015, I was rushed to the emergency room because the everything just got worse. I also had a high fever. After several test, the doctors made the discovery of life threatening blood clots within my lungs and around my heart (pulmonary embolism). I immediately removed the NuvaRing as this had lead to my condition. This has happened to many women and also lead to the death of some."


"If you don't drink enough water, you'll probably get a major headache. I have also experienced nausea and dizziness, again probably due to not enough water. It did clear up my infection though."


"I've been on Ocella for over a year and I don't mind it. It does its job.

Negatives: It kills your sex drive, horrible cramps, acne around your period time; but that's with anyone.

Positives: Emotions have been under control and periods only last about 4 days.

Overall, I would recommend this birth control. I don't have spotting or emotional breakdowns or any of that."


"I have been taking doxycycline for over a year now, and this medicine works wonders! For me, I had mild/severe cystic acne on my forehead and after taking doxycycline for 3 months at 50mg a tablet once a day my forehead was cleared! BUT, once my forehead was cleared I stopped taking the medicine which was a big mistake. My cystic acne came back but 20x worse on my cheeks! My doctor started me back up on the doxycycline at 100mg a tablet morning and night. This time it took me about 6 months to see results because of the severity of my acne. So, don't expect immediate results within weeks of this medication give your skin some time! Plus, you need to eat before taking this pill trust me! Overall, no crazy side effects for me!"


"Effexor was given to me a few years ago for depression. The first time I took it I felt extremely anxious and panicky. I ended up going to the ER. The doctor had to give me Ativan and Clonidine. My blood pressure shot up higher than it's ever been. "


"A dream come true. I have some serious psychiatric problems and I'm addicted to alcohol. I slowly upped the dose and the side effects at 80 mg were vision problems, depression and confusion but they got away. Now 5 weeks later I quit drinking and feel more confident. Getting there!"


"MS Contin 200mg x2 am/ 2pm, Allows me to function more than without it. I'm actually out of the bed more than before I started. I don't get the highs & lows of taking short acting pain meds around the clock. I get a steady release of pain control. Of course I have breakthrough dilauid 8mg tabs as needed. I have Chronic Pain, multiple Lumbar Spine Fusions, Cervical Spine Compression ( all levels) Currently advised to get total Cervical Fusion, but didn't get medical approval for surgery. This medicine is a life preserver!"


"I too have had multiple sinus infections and surgery twice. In addition I am immunosuppressed because of a medication for rheumatoid arthritis. Biaxin has always worked for me. I really have no side effects other than the metallic taste which is tolerable. I make sure I take it after food otherwise it is really hard on the stomach. I take Biaxin XL 500mg, 2 tablets once a day for 14 days."


"Like most people have said, Yaz changed my life. I've been on it for a few years for PMDD and I can really tell a huge difference. Before PMDD I was severely depressed and suicidal. Now, I'm barely even moody. As a 21 year old though, I'm worried about relying on Yaz for the rest of my life. "


"It was a strong drug.  It had the side effect of leaving me tired and very depleted the following day far more than small 5mg of ritalin did.  The only caveat is I took valium at bedtime.  This may have messed with the Provigil to the degree that it may have messed with my system.  I think this entry is valuable.  Benzodiazepines do not appear to be useful in combination with Provigil or Modafinil.  Days when I did not take Benzodiazepines the following days were pretty normal.  The important entry I want to contribute is to say that the days following a Provigil day were the ones that were the most productive.  I was far more "on" after the drug wore off.  I felt like a younger faster version of myself days even a week later.  100mg dose"


"The nexplanon works differently on everyone just as all of the other birth controls. for ME , nexplanon has been AMAZING. I've had it for three months now , got it while I was on my period and it INSTANTLY stopped. haven't had a period since , my acne has gone down , no bloating , no cramps , no EXTRA headaches , it's been really good to me so far and I would recommend it to anyone. went from having two months of period straight that came with heavy bleeding which caused me to be anemic and pass out. now I don't have a period. will be continuing with it."


"I am just starting my third pack of this birth control and it has not been a fun experience at all. I've gotten headaches every single day, gained weight due to an increased appetite, and my acne has gotten worse. I used to get minor breakouts leading up to my period, but now I get 2-3 new cystic acne spots nearly everyday. The only time my acne calms down is during the placebo week. I am going to finish this third pack and see what happens but if nothing changes I am definitely switching. As of right now would definitely NOT recommend this birth control."


"For me, Methylin has been so positive. In the competitive world that is SALES; Methylin has been a God send. It's helped me focus, stay focused and follow through on sales leads and potential. I just wish I'd discovered it 15 years ago. If you have ADD, Methylin should help you."


"This drug changed my life. I've always been "depressed" person if you will, problems from childhood, then life got hard when I moved country and my husband deployed. Almost within a week of taking lexapro I began to notice the difference. More stable, more optimistic, no longer crying over anything... Things that would give me major anxiety before no longer bother me as much, although the anxiety is not completely gone. Only very mild side effects of dry mouth and slight headaches, but boy is it worth it.  I am, what must be "normal" to the rest of the world now. I'm very happy."


"I just started using this birth control and so far I love it. This is my first month and I did not gain any weight and my period is very light, which I love! I have had an acne problem for about almost 1 year. I started using Proactiv a couple of days before I started the Microgestin Fe 1/20 and I wasn't seeing a big difference in my skin until I started to use the birth control. I would recommend this to everyone!"


"I liked my Ortho Micronor. I first started it because I was afraid of the combination pill. I don't like the idea of taking estrogen. When I first started, I noticed my breast were slightly sore, but nothing too uncomfortable. It has a more strict timeline than the combination pill and you have to be sure to take it around the same time each day  /- 3 hour window. The more inconsistent you are, the greater chance of breakthrough bleeding/pregnancy. I still got a period while taking Micronor, which I was happy about. That's my one true HEY-IM-NOT-PREGNANT flag. I stopped taking Ortho Micronor just because I wanted something more effective and hassle free. I recently choose an IUD. If I have any problems with this IUD, I would most likely return to using this."


"I have had insomnia since I was a teen, and I am turning 50 next mo.

My doctors had tried me on natural aids, and almost every sleeping pill in the book. The sleeping pills would put me to sleep but I could not stay asleep.....most nights I would get up about 1:00am for a bathroom trip and would be up for a few hrs. Some nights I would get up to go to the restroom and stay up for the rest of the night.

Then, my doctor prescribed doxepin. Thank goodness!  I go to sleep, and even if I get up to go to the restroom during the night, I am able to go back to bed and SLEEP! I use the liquid and take 10mgs each night and don't have any hangover the next day. The scrip costs me less than $5 for a 90-day supply. My ins co would not cover Silenor."


"I got on the nexplanon on March 2015. When I was 140, I have recently got it taking out and I now weigh 170. I gained 30 pound while on this birth control. I also had mood swings, pain from the birth control to my elbow, head aches, my breast was always hurting. I didn't like this birth control method at all and I would not recommend it to anyone else as well. This and the depo shot has been the worst birth control methods I have ever used. I suggest not to use this birth control method at all."


"I've been on Reclipsen for about 2.5 years now. The first months were an emotional roller coaster, I experienced depression but after a while that went away and I was back to normal. This pill has been wonderful for my mild acne and even better for my severe cramps. Before the pill, my period would last a full seven days, and now it's only three. It's always on the same day and now my cramps are nearly not as bad as they where before. I have suffered some migraines, but nothing some Advil and a small nap can't cure. Overall, this pill has been great for me."


"Prescribed for nerve pain in my foot after an accident and after being weened off opioids. (I like them.. but hate them!, can see how they can become addictive!) I honestly didn't think pregabalin would be effective but I noticed immediately it helping with the pain in my foot where I'm sure there is nerve damage as well as in my arm where I broke it. Later on in the day I set about doing a chore and realized my anxiety was gone. I mean I still had worry but it was managable? Hard to explain. Started off at 300 mg a day and went up to 450 a day then after a few weeks it was like my anxiety worsened.(I have GAD and take Clonazepam) I was going to go off the Pregbalin but I'm down to 100mg in the morning 50mg at dinner and 50 mg at night. Ok so far"


"Effexor XR with (Abilify) for Bi-Polar, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for over 6 years. From Lamictal to Seroquel (and all meds mentioned in reviews), by far this is the best medicine I have used with minimal side effects for me. 225mg. With 20mg of Abilify, for me, a 57 year old woman, it allows a full, rich life from a suicidal, black hole. Added benefit (as a woman) is it staves off menopause effects of hot flashes, etc. Warning: heed advice from me please, and others, that state about effects of missed dosage or sudden suspension. This is dangerous; withdrawal is significant. Lastly, generic does not work the same as name brand for me. This is a very expensive medicine."


"I have MS, and hadn't even considered that it was effecting moods- such as anger and constant crying. I've been taking Neudexta for approx. 3 months now. It has helped me exponentially! now I no longer cry all day, and I don't often yell! Neudexta really smoothed things out for me!"


"I'm a 19 year-old male college student. I've been on Strattera 100 mg (another non-stimulant like Intuniv) for the last 4-5 years, but I wanted to try another drug because Strattera is starting to be less effective. While on Intuniv, I've noticed that it is doing what it's supposed to (decrease in anxiety, hyperactivity, and increase in focus), but the side-effects are almost not worth it. I've been on Intuniv for two weeks now, and I've been on the 3 mg capsule for the last few days. But, I don't know if I'll be able to finish out the month due to a number of things. I've experienced extreme dry mouth, headaches, INCREASED appetite, and extreme fatigue at awkward hours. I've also found it impossible to wake up in the mornings."


"The good aspects of this pill for me were no weight gain, no loss of sex drive, and my breasts got a bit bigger.

However, I could not continue into my 4th month on Zovia because I had such intense mood swings that I drove everyone around me crazy. I had to switch to a different pill because I was on a constant emotional roller coaster. Crying, being angry, feeling depressed, hopeless and paranoid that my boyfriend was cheating on me. I felt like I was losing my mind, and my boyfriend and I almost broke up over it. I became a completely different person, and it only became worse as I was on the pill for longer. Hoping another pill will work better!"


"Mild side affects such as fatigue and hunger, horrible headaches if not taken at all. Seems to work, however for the price paid for the medication seems like they could include a applicator like the ones they give with gels and OTC yeast meds etc. It's not fun or very easy trying to shove pills in your  VAGAY with your fingers every single time you must use this medication."


"I am a pediatric nurse and a mother of a child with ADHD.  The nurse in me hated the thought of medicating my son with anything yet the mom in me knew something needed to be done. My son went on Concerta at age 6. He takes 36 mg and today is 12 and still on the same dosage. It has helped him in so many ways...grades, focusing, decrease aggressive behavior, and friendships just to name a few. Though I was resistant this was the best choice for my child. It's been 6 years and he is great. It does decrease his appetite during the day time but he does catch up in the evening with calories. I highly recommend a daily Carnation shake with whole milk or a multivitamin if your pediatrician agrees, to prevent missing any nutrients. Good luck to you all."


"I have had my pulse rate go way up and my blood pressure both systolic and diastolic go way down. My heart was pounding. But I find that with this medicine I can sleep a bit more and I had to quit taking my lisinopril in the morning. I still have nightmares but I can wake up and say to myself oh good I'm not there anymore and it was just a dream. "


"Chantix was the best thing to happen to me. I smoked for 15 years, a pack a day and I'm happy to say I quit on my 3rd week and have now been a non-smoker for about 5 months now. Only side effects I had were more vivid dreams which didn't bother me one bit. I also experienced agitation but nothing severe. The only bad part about taking this medicine is I gained about 25lbs since I've quit. But I'd rather be overweight than get lung cancer."


"300 lithium, klonopin, 20 Latuda...I took the latuda for 3 weeks. With in 2 days it made me emotional.. I cried about everything. I thought maybe it was a temporary side effect.. after 3 weeks I quit taking it, I couldn't handle being so emotional. I've been off 4 days and I feel like I have regressed."


"This medicine is wonderful so far and only been on it for 4 days. I already see improvements. I gave it a nine so far because I am still having some brain fog and headaches but hopefully that will go away. I have tried numerous medicines for major depression that has been going on 9 months with no relief. Well this has totally helped. I just hope things keep getting better."


"I am bipolar on 500mg Lamictal, 1200mg gabapentin and prescribed Klonopin. I am prescribed to take it 1.0 two times a day but don't need to often. When I am hysterical or very angry in which I want to hit someone or tell them off which happens sometimes you take half usually and it works. I take a whole one if its too much to handle. I don't use it all the time sometimes not even for a week. It's wonderful for those out if control moments! Klonopin is much better for bipolar, to use than Xanax. Xanax had no effect in me at all!"