Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I've been on Beyaz for almost a month now. I really like it. So far I've had no side effects. THATS GREAT. I was on two other birth controls and they made me gain weight and made my acne get ten times worse and did not help my cramps and I got badly depressed. Since taking Beyaz my acne has not gone away completely but has not got worse. I have not had any side effects so far. I love it. "


"Hi everyone I asked my doctor last week if he could suggest anything to help me along. I was losing weight but I platued and it wouldn't budge. Two years ago I weighted in at 326 then bounced around 260-280 lbs.  Even though I worked out and ate clean it wasn't enough. The date of my appointment I weighted 266 i started my first dose on Friday. Today is Monday and I now weigh 256. My goal is to get down to150.  Wish me luck and I will keep everyone updated.  Peace"


"Was fine the first two weeks but was very moody. My boyfriend and I got into some unecessary tifs and he said I was moody. Then week three I have been nausiated every day 24 hours a day and have had insomnia for a week. Also some light spotting and cramping.  I threw up once but I think it is because I did not have enough in my stomach.  Will keep moving forward but gosh I hope this gets better! My mood is better but still stick to my stomach. Atleast I am losing weight versus gaining. I was also given this as a replacment to ortho tri cylen lo."


"I was on Synthroid for 5 yrs, when I went from 75mcgs to 125mcg I realized that the allergies were from my medicine. Swelling of the throat, losing my voice, weight gain, etc. Now because of 2 weeks on Armour I am. I am so optimistic and I feel 20 yrs younger."


"MD recommended that I take this medication for 4 weeks, 75 mg twice a day.  He warned me that most people stop taking the medication after two weeks because they feel much better.  I have been taking the medication for 3 days and this is the best that I have felt in six months.  I will defintely follow his instructions and continue for 4 weeks in hopes of feeling even better.  No more pain in the hip, no more pain when rising, no more sharp pain when walking, or leg tenderness when trying to sleep.  I was recently diagnoised with osteoarthritis."


"First time taking 2.5mg Lexapro 3 hours after taking it I could not speak or think or walk normally, had severe nausea and headache, Spent 8 hours in ER. 2nd day have diarrhea and heart palpitations. I only took 2.5mg once. Not for me!"


""A textbook insertion" my doctor had said. A year of irregular periods and ruined panties did lighten my extremely heavy flow, so I figured it was a sacrifice I could live with.

I'd had it inserted in Nov 2014 & about Sep 2015 my 3 week long periods had started. I was under a lot of stress & after 2-3 months of this I decided to call. They told me "your hormones can cause irregular periods" they suggested that I take 800 mg of ibuprofen twice daily for a week every time or get on more meds. Are you serious??

Jan 2016, I was on my period, I went to change my tampon and felt that something was still hanging out of me. Hesitantly, I took it out & it was my IUD. Now waiting on my appt, but will not trust again. Didn't get pregnant though!"


"I had my first Eligard shot recently. It's difficult to say what side effects I'm having. Because I have spinal stenosis I have had surgery to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerves on each side and I have edema in both legs and feet as well as pain. There are spots on my feet where I have no feeling with the right foot being more affected. I cannot walk around with something on my feet even if it is just slippers because there are also extremely sensitive spots on my feet. I am also diabetic. I get throbbing and stabbing pains occasionally again with the right foot being more involved.

Because I've been on opioids for 15 years I have not produced much testosterone for a long time. I am presently at 75 ng/dl.

Thanks."


"Effexor changed my life. I was suffering from bad depression for over two years due to something that happened in my life.  I couldn't get the thoughts out of my mind.  So daily, I would feel sad and depressed. I started with Wellbutrin,  which I liked for depression and energy, but it made my anxiety which I also have worse. Anyways back to Effexor. The first 2 weeks taking effexor were kinda horrible.  I felt weird, tired, and I was thinking of stopping this medication.  But I stuck with it. I have to say I feel normal again, and my depression is gone. Even if I think of my past, I don't get sad anymore.  So thank you Effexor"


"This medication has its uses. I normally take my favorite sleep-aid Ambien XR, but do use Belsomra to take breaks off of it. It only works at max dose (20mg), and the side effects are being absolutely dead with energy the next day, and the worst is when you wake up. I would recommend trying the sample then see how it goes. It's a hit or miss."


"I have been taking these pills on and off since last year.  When I am strict with my diet I see amazing results.  My body has adapted to them, so that is my only downfall.  They are no as affective as when I 1st started them.

To anyone having side effects, I was having terrible headaches and dry mouth.  My doctor offers name brand and generic pills.  The generic pills give me massive side effects, I can only take name brand. If you are having side effects take 1/2 pill in the am and the other 1/2 pill late morning.  That way you can split the dose, it will stay in your system longer and may help with evening crashes."


"This is my first time using Plan B One-Step. I had unprotected sex on June 2nd with my boyfriend, he pulled out but I didn't wanna risk getting pregnant because I'm still in high school. Took Plan B One-Step 28 hours later. I had bad stomach pains and nausea, was stressing out because I thought I was pregnant. 3 weeks later, I wake up and I have my period now! This pill really does work! Spending $59 is better than getting pregnant at this time. Don't worry, your period will come as long as you follow the steps (:"


"I had taken every form of Ritalin while in elementary and junior high school it helped me focus but I felt like a zombie and my mom always felt like it was not really me. I was always angry when I would start to come down from it at night so in high school I started taking Aderrall and it was such a great change."


"I started taking Ortho Cyclen on April 17, 2016. For the first month, I had no side effects, but after my period ended, and I started a new pack, I immediately started throwing up about 12 hours after I took the pill.  I was extremely worried, so I took pregnancy tests, but they were all negative. I ended up receiving my period in May, which meant that I wasn't pregnant! After my period again, I started throwing up again, still about 12-13 hours later, but it only happened for about 3-4 days. I guess, my body just isn't used to all of the hormones since I've never been on birth control before. I just had my June period, and I threw up for one day, but other than that, everything is great! I've had some weight gain, too."


"I was depressed. I had maybe one good week each month... . Then I started taking Yaz because a friend told me it helped her, but she also said I had to be patient. I think it took three months and then I noticed I was so much better! I took Prozac and didn't notice any changes, but Yaz saved my life. I'm not PMS free but I have more good days than bad ones. I read some of the comments and I recognized side effects experienced by another friend. It just didn't work for her. It actually made her worse (I think Yasmin worked for her, though). I wish they keep researching and, as time goes by, we have even better options. It's not easy being a woman. And I hope Yaz works for you."


"I've been taking this birth control for almost 5 months and the past month has been horrible. I've been having mood swings like crazy and I'm never ever happy. I feel like I'm going into depression. I was never like this before and I feel like the pill is doing this to me. The pill has cleared up my skin and has made my period less heavy but other than that my moods have been up and down."


"I had this crap inserted four hours ago and am still hurting. I had to pull over on the way home because I was sweating from pain. I threw up my lunch and almost pooped my pants. THAT'S PAIN.. I had my mirena removed because it expired and tried this one. I wish I had not changed because my mirena insertion did not hurt at all. I will be having this taken out IN a few months. I'm still hurting.. this was a bad idea. Getting this thing put in brought tears to my eyes. I rather have a baby."


"Having been recently diagnosed with ADD at the age of 31, I would have to say that stimulant therapy has been a God send! My doctor first prescribed Ritalin-SR, and I felt it was not as effective as it could be, so she changed my prescription to Adderall-XR 20 mg and I feel it is working.

I feel more focused at work with better concentration. I don't procrastinate as often as I have (my entire life), but one unexpected result of the therapy is I no longer feel irritable and short-tempered! I also don't feel frustrated as much as I used too. My staff and co-workers have noticed the difference and have told me they don't feel the need to "walk on egg-shells" around me!

So in summation, Adderall is certainly doing the trick!"


"After two weeks of using it I felt much better.I went back to my doctor for a check up and he told me my lungs were sounding better.I am very pleased with it so far. I have been on it for 4 weeks now with no side affect as of yet"


"I've been on this pill for just over 2 weeks now, and I've only experienced some side effects. The little acne I did have has been reduced, and in the first week I experienced slight breast tenderness for like 2 or 3 days, but it wasn't bad at all. Now that I think about it, I have become a little more sensitive to certain things my boyfriend says, but nothing major that's messing up our relationship or anything. Or, it might be caused by his innocent teasing getting to me after a while. But I think this birth control pill is very good for me, and I hope you all have a positive experience with this like I do."


"I've been taking 10mg buspirone twice a day for 2 months now. Initial side effects were dry mouth and dizziness if taken on an empty stomach.  Besides this, I didn't feel in any way "medicated" or otherwise affected. Within the first few weeks, I experienced a significant decrease in my social anxiety as well as my general anxiety. It is a night/day type difference. I interact with strangers, made new friends, can focus on my work and school without being bogged down by troublesome worry, and smile so much more. All of this without any type of sedative action or negative side effects. I was afraid to take buspirone after the terrible reaction I had to Lexapro but there is no comparison. Reviews seem split on buspirone, but it definitely helped me."


"Really developed horrible allergies in last four years because of being over 40 living in terrible city for allergies.  It really has been a game changer for me. It's strong enough that I often just use half a pill. I do think it's better than the OTC competition. No side effects for me."


"I was diagnosed in Oct 16 didn't start treatment until Jan 17, take it at night time, do have disturbed sleep but nothing and afternoon nap can't catch you back up with. It says you can have with it or without food -I found having empty stomach made me feel sick but was too late once you took it as couldn't eat anything after from feeling ill. Not sure about how effective it is and not had a check up"


"I have been taking Hydromet cough syrup for 10 years. It works just as well today as it did when I started it (prescribed by my pulmonologist). I have a lung disease and cough incessantly. Sometimes I can stop on my own, but when I start gagging and vomiting, I take 2 teaspoons of the medicine and within seconds I am able to stop. I feel no narcotic effect, only relief from gagging. I have even had severe headaches from violent coughing. I would have no quality of life without Hydromet."


"I had sex during ovulation period. I was so paranoid I decided to take plan B. I took plan B like 30hrs later. Well let me tell you let this be your last resort. I received so many pregnancy symptoms throughout this whole ordeal I was freaking out so bad until my period came. I was so sick. Sore breast, headaches, fatigue, horrible cramping, and the worst diarrhea. I was depressed after taking this. The hormones are crazy and will have you going insane. Not everyone have same side effects though so maybe it will be different for you."


"Tried all of the diets and many of the supplements. Simple 5'4 203 pounds six month later I have lost 38 pounds. This works and that has been my journey so far."


"Way to expensive and does not work !!! Very disappointed !!"


"I have had Kyleena for 5 or 6 months now and I think it's the greatest thing ever. The first month was rough...the cramps were bad all the time and same with the bleeding. After the first month I still got cramps but not as bad as the first. I still get a period but it is extremely light. The reason I rated a 9/10 is the bad cramps I still sometimes get. I love having kyleena for birth control reasons because I'm still young and in college and not ready for a family. I have been with my boyfriend for many years but neither of us want to start a family yet. Kyleena allows us the peace of mind to practice unprotected sex without the worry of becoming pregnant. If you can or want to get Kyleena I 100% reccomend."


"I'm bipolar and I guess for a year or two I was trying to stabilize my mood with pain killers (I've had cervical spine surgery and lung surgery so have access). When I started taking Lamictal it seemed like my pain subsided and I was able to easily quit using my medication. Also haven't felt a need to drink alcohol. Feel very stable and seems like my interests are coming back. I've taken lamictal before for a couple years and don't remember why I got off. First time I took it I got a rash but it went away. This time have not experienced a rash. Taking 200mg morning 200mg night. Seems to be a perfect dose for me. So much easier with my business, wife, and kids. They didn't deserve my mood swings."


"Side effects:
Extreme exhaustion
Extreme Irritability
Inability to concentrate
Nausea
Itching & skin peeling @ site of finger infection
Vaginal Spotting
Body aches
Severe headaches

Rx was for 2x a day for 10 days for severe infection on end of finger with red streaks

Completed medicine because infection was healing but side effects were substantial
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"I'm a nurse and have been embarassed over ugly thick toenails for many years. I took one prescription, 30 tabs and within six months the condiion had cleared up and new nails have grown. For the first time in years I can wear sandals! I don't recall any profound side effects and I notoriously have a low tolerance to prescription meds. I would definitely endorse this medication."


"I've taken this pill for two weeks now and I've had a constant migraine. I just had a baby three months ago so I'm not sure if that has anything to do with it or not. Also had very heavy bleeding for a week then it would stop and start again. Also I'm very moody and sad where I wasn't before I started taking this medicine. If I still have migraines at the end of this pack, I may switch."


"I had been constipated for roughly 4 days after quitting drinking this. I foolishly upped my fiber intake by way more than I should have and got myself backed up.
I went to the doctor and he prescribed me Go-Lytely, which is a terribly ironic name for such a medicine. I already have passed stools and feel a lot better. The taste is awful though, Its like lemonade made with one lemon, no sugar and salty well water."


"I was impressed! My cold sore had gotten to the 2nd day when it was blistering and weeping - took 1500mg as a single dose and within the same 24 hour period the cold sore had stopped blistering completely, dried up and formed a healthy scab.

After 48 hours the scab had fallen off and new skin was underneath.

Impressed.

Next time I'm using this wonderful medication when I get the "tingle".

I'm usually not impressed by medications but this particular medicine works a treat for cold sores and it's available over the counter."


"For me it was a wonder drug. Started at 2.5mg. Now up to 20. The only draw back is the weight gain. I may consider weaning off because of it."


"Was placed on Vyvanse after extreme weight loss on Adderall. Started at 20mg, upped to 40mg, then upped to 40mg 2x a day. I got my appetite back, but the medication really did nothing else for me. I went into rages and had huge anger problems for no reason. Anything could set me off! I could barely sleep or focus at work/school. Basically, I gained back the weight I had lost, but everything else sucked. I couldn't make it more than 6 months, my doctor switched me to Adderall XR."


"I had the Mirena inserted at my 6-week postpartum check up in August 2014. The procedure was easy, no worse than any other OB/GYN experience. The first couple of months, my period was abnormal but eventually I had little to no periods at all (which is typical). The only negatives I have about Mirena is that it does hurt sometimes during sex if the intercourse gets a little intense. Also, I am completely convinced that it is the cause of my weight gain. I had lost all of my pregnancy weight and plus some before I had it put in. Since having Mirena, I have gained 40 pounds."


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"I'm into my second month of tri sprintec

& I'm always moody, depressed, nausea & cry for no reason. My relationship has gone downhill & I easily get upset. I used to be a cheerful person but lately I don't even smile anymore. I started out on ortho tri cyclen & only switched to tri sprintec at Wal-Mart because it's $9 there & $29 1st Publix.  I'm ready to go back to depo but I read it causes calcium decrease. Just not sure anymore about these birth control methods."


"Well, I've never missed a pill and I still got pregnant so... clearly not super effective."


"I have been dealing with degenerative disc disease (not really a disease) was told after I had to go to the chiropractor since on Wednesday I couldn't hardly walk. Well not being having to have a bm came with that back pain I could only pee nothing else.. well come Friday still in back pain going to the chiropractor he tells to try a laxative (oh I couldn't even feel that's how bad it was) anyways I pick this up with gas x, I take 2 gas x and 2 of these have something to eat even though I wasn't hungry and about an hour I have to go finally and easy! Hours later I have something to eat again and then diarrhea came (after having tums and going "normal" bm) but no cramping or any bad pains! Would definitely take again if it got as bad as it"


"Works very well."


"Started taking it in March. First month was fine. Little over a week into second month some spotting started and turned into full period by the end of the week. Currently horrible cramps and bleeding seems to be getting heavier. Based on other reviews, uncertain if it's even going to stop soon or get any better. Wondering if I should bother waiting it out or stop before it gets worse. It's different for everyone but it's apparently not unusual for this to occur"


"pain  at buttock site  large lump on injection site 6 months now  dizziness, the worst tingling, pins and needles on right  foot  and other various sites on extremities.  comes and goes,also pain on bottom of foot."


"This was the worst medication I have ever taken. I was just prescribed this medication last week. After on it for only 2 days I stopped. Headache was unbearable. I thought I was gonna have to go to the hospital to get a cat scan until I realized it was probably the protonix. Then there was the nausea they came along as well. Five days later, I'm still nauseous, but used ginger to help with that. Overall, I will never use this medicine again."


"I used Avonex from 1997 - 2002. I did not tolerate it well. Even though I took the injection at night, and an hour after two extra strength Tylenol, I was down and out for 24 hours. I would have stayed on it because it seemed to really minimize the MS symptoms. But an MRI in 2002 showed that the MS was progressing (more plaques on the brain) so the doctor changed me to Beta-Seron. I had two relapses in the last 6 years but in the last 18 months, there has been no change and I am doing well. I tolerate the Beta-Seron well but on two occassions in the past year I had flu like reactions, which I reported."


"Hi my protocol was 12 day 500 mg 3x daily Flagyl for C Diff. Many bad side effects. I felt very unusual. Day 6 the pain and cramping subsided. I used medical marijuana before I'd eat the fat free dairy free no raw veggies high soluble fiber diet. I drank a gallon of water after last horrid Flagyl so nasty. Citrus fruits. Bland small snack meals. 24 hours after I had 2 glasses of chardonnay with small dinner. There is hope! I've finally after 3 weeks turned the corner feeling better. RESTRICT diet. You will save relapse. Drink Kefir yogurt milk. It contains live probiotics and supplement with unlive probiotic capsules. Best ones found on colon website are at Amazon $25 for 30 days. Higher concentration called Nexabiotic Advanced Probiotic ."


"I have suffered with Sciatica since I was in a snowmachine accident when I was 15...that was 13 years ago.  I just started on this medication this year and I can't beleive how wonderful it works.  Instead of being bed ridden for 3-5 days, I can take this pill a bit before bed and I am 80% better in the morning."


"As we know not all birth controls work for all people the same. This being said, for me Yaz was the worst birth control. I experienced frequent bleeding, very decreased sex drive, dryness,and severe migraines. Happy to say after 5 months I have switched off of it. The only good thing was it was very effective if used only for birth control. Wish me luck with the next one."


"I took this medication in addition to Zoloft 100mg. My doctor had me on it as a mood stabilizer at 5mg a day. I don't have bipolar disorder, but had some manic or agitated behavior at the time (which could've been caused by the Zoloft). Doctor prescribed it and thought it would help. It increased my energy, and I began to workout more. For some reason, I woke up early every morning around 8AM while I was on Abilify. I'm not a morning person so that's really early for me. Also I felt "speeded up", overly confident and optimistic. I had to stop taking it because I experienced odd involuntary tongue movements. I was also on Seroquel which is in the same family of drugs as Abilify, so the doctor thought the combination is what caused the odd effect."


"The estring was my answer to vagina dryness and extremely painful intercourse. And I wasn't even in menopause yet.  I also had vuvlydynia causing extremely burn and pain.  I had tried the cream, Estrace, but could never keep it up and didn't want to deal with it.  Finally  my doctor recommended the estring.  After 2 or 3 weeks, I was feeling completely normal again.  I've been using this for almost 9 months now, and I no longer have any pain, and the vuvlydynia seems to be gone.  It's a miracle.  I can actually have pain free sex once again."


"ATTENTION TO ALL TEEN GIRLS WHO ARE SCARED!!!!!! I stayed the night at my boyfriends ON the 29th of January. We had intercourse and he finished inside me. I WAS FREAKED OUT!!!! I am only 18!! I am on depo. But started a week and 5 days before this happened.! I was scared. The next night about 7-8 hours after this happened my mom took me to get the morning after pill. I had little to no side effects. I was tired and I was craving a lot of food.  I was scared cause I didn't get my period. But I found out. WITH DEPO YOU WONT GET A PERIOD. It's been about 29 days since this experience. Still haven't gotten my period. IM NOT PREGNANT. I am not worried. So If your a teenager girl. Who is sitting on her laptop or cell phone scared. THIS PILL WORKS"


"I have no evident side effects. However, I get flushed very quickly when I am out in the sun, even for the shortest time period. I seem to burn faster also."


"Just got Paragard inserted this morning at 0800MST. I'm a 27 year old female with 1 son (one and done).My personal experience was fast and pain free. I did take the 800mg of ibuprofen as directed, it was done by a certified midwife, she was very thorough during the process and she let me know everything she was doing. Upon having the iud inserted and placed, there was very minimal cramping. I've had periods with worse cramping, for sure. The only other slightly uncomfortable young was the speculum to hold you open but that's it. This procedure was nothing. I can't wait to track my progress being that this thing will be a part of me for the next 10 years."


"I have been using this birth control for a year, and it hasn't given me any problems since the first month I used it. As long as I take it consistently, I have no problems. My cramps and mood swings are much better, and I only experienced cramping between periods for the first 2-3 months. Everyone is different, but as far as this one goes, it works very well with my body!"


"I have been on this medication for about a month now.  Not as much nausea as when I was taking Bydurian, but I am exhausted, have no appetite, get sick if I eat anything fried (chicken), etc., very anxious feeling all the time to the point of not being able to watch my grandchild, along with depression which I think is due to feeling like crap on this medication.  I have lost about ten pounds, but is it worth all this???  Anyone else having these anxious or malaise on this medication??"


"I've been on the Depo for about 10 months, so 3 shots. I've never had bleeding until this past week, a full week straight. Never had a period until now. Never even had any period pain or anything close to it. I love the low maintenance associated with the shot but if this continues I may have to stop!"


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"Seems to bring on anxiety"


"I have been a habitual smoker off and on.  For most of the past 10 years it was a hobby, you know smoke a few after some drinks.  However, in the last 18 months it became a habit again and I was smoking 1/2 to 3/4 of a pack a day. I knew I had to stop.  So here comes the Chantix.  Well, I am now a month into it and 3 weeks smoke free.  Vivid dreams..YES.  Other stuff I am not so sure.  There have been a lot of things happening in my life, so maybe I am a bit blue and anxious about that.  However, I am THRILLED that I am not smoking. I did try once about 10 days after I quit, and it was the most awful thing ever.  I did not even get through the second drag!  There was absolutely no pleasure in it at all!  Chantix is worth it."


"This is an amazing product. I took it for about 10 days before I quit. I can't believe that I am not experiencing the anxiety and cravings that I have had when trying to quit cold turkey. I still get the urge for, say, my cigarette with my first cup of coffee, but I just put it out of my mind and go on. I take it after eating a good sized breakfast, and make sure I drink plenty of water with it, at least 1 cup. I have had no nausea or stomach problems. I was originally concerned about the dreams, thinking I was going to wake up horrified with realistic nightmares. Instead, I am kind of enjoying the dreams.  Everything is in vivid color, typical of dreams, they don't always make sense but they are entertaining.
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"I have been on Effexor 37.5 for 2 weeks now. It immediately stopped ALL hot flashes for 2 days. Since then I have occasional, very mild hot flashes. My doctor told me to check in with her after 3 weeks. I may ask about increasing the dosage to 75. I was a little drowsy at first, then realized I was also taking an allergy medicine with a side effect of drowsiness so I stopped the allergy medicine. I agree with others my mood is better, also, my hair has more body and not so limp anymore. It must be a result of not sweating so frequently and severely from the hot flashes. I haven't noticed any other side effects. I wish I would experience a loss of appetite, that would be nice."


"Ive been on strattera for 5 days now, 40mg in the morning and 200mg of wellbutrin sr 2x day for depression. So far I think for me its been good. Only side effects are tiredness during the day, headaches, and loss of appetite. I believe the worst of the side effects happen in the first month of use so to id like to try 80mg in a month to see how i do on that amount. More irritable at times threw out the day but since I know that can be a side effect I try to control my mood when I notice it becoming bad. Ive not taken it on its own so i dont know if thats why I am doing good on it, wellbutrin and strattera together but so far so good."


"I like microgestin. No side effects for me personally. Also my insurance covers it so it's free. I recommend."


"I thought I was going crazy!  I chose Implanon after the birth of my second child because I was unsure if we wanted more children and this would give us some time to decide.  It was also one of the only types of birth control I could use and still breast feed.  I bled for 7 weeks straight and then it changed to 3 out of 4 weeks a month.  It has now been 20 months since I got it and I am fed up with the bleeding.  I have horrible rage and depression, headaches, bad skin and weight gain.  I work out most days of the week and even completed a triathlon but still can't seem to lose any weight!  My marriage has taken a hit from all of this and I am anxious to have Implanon removed!"


"I had the mirena placed at my 6 week postpartum visit in May 2014 after my second child at the age of 25. My husband and I knew our family was complete. I discussed birth control options with my obgyn - Mirena, Essure, and the pill. I opted for the mirena after asking yons of questions, which he was very honest and told me out of the 5 he puts in he might take 2 out, I knew that wasn't good odds but I will give it a try. He inserted it in no time with no pain. I have had it in for about 15 months now and absolutely love it. I haven't had any weight gain, no crazy hormones, no cramping, and best of all no spotting or periods since day 1. I hope my success continues like this for the next 4 years with it inserted."


"I smoked for thirty years. I took Chantix and by the third week I no longer had the urge to smoke. I had a little nausea for a few days but it wasn't bad. Did have some crazy sex dreams. I am 65 and have been quit for 7 years. Best thing I ever did when I took Chantix. It works!"


"I was on the depo shot for about a year. I loved it. I had no periods at all for the year. I decided to try to conceive so I stopped getting the shot. The month after I was due for my shot I got my period again. Two weeks later and I'm still bleeding. I had very normal periods before the shot, always 4-7 days, on time every month. I'm nervous about my fertility and the constant two weeks of bleeding. I just hope it ends soon. I'm giving the shot an 8/10 because I had no side effects or periods on the shot and I didn't get pregnant. So I guess the birth control did it's job."


"Now 48, I have had psoriasis for 32 years. Never have I experienced a medication that has worked so well. I have been covered head to toe and I am now 95% clear. So nice to not see psoriasis in the mirror. I wish everybody can have results like mine."


"I started to use this in June of '09.  I was skeptical about the use for treatment of migraines.  I have used it successfully for 3 months to treat my episodes, with Imitrex to back it up.  I was using Imitrex up to 4 times a week, but I have only used it a few times since starting the Neurontin.  It has really made a difference in the way I live my life."


"Didn't notice any change."


"Started Stribild with CD4 less than 20 and VL about 50k.  in first two months on the medication VL dropped below 200 and CD4 over 100.  Now at the 4 month mark, VL about 20 but CD4 dropped to 79.  Dr is running a resistance test to consider switching away from Stribild.  Many thanks for the Gilead copay assistance."


"It been over 10 years now since I took chantix I must say this 1 of best  I have taken I have never had the  urge to smoke again even if I have a few drinks or smell someone else smoking around me don't bother me. Just wondering if you ever do updates on people who have took it and still never went back smoking. But thank you Chantix for providing a great medication to save peoples lives."


"It has prevented me from getting pregnant."


"Just posting an update from my last post a few months ago.  The hypoallergenic estradiol (basically, a compounded version of Estrace from a compounding pharmacy) continues to be very effective for me - relieving vaginal burning/pain and urinary urgency/frequency.  For women out there suffering those issues in perimenopause (when it hit me), know that it was suggested that I had interstitial cystitis and that I was off-base when I told doctors I was reacting badly to propylene glycol and glycerin, ingredients in many vaginal products.  The compounded version of Estrace has been SO helpful for me and after many painful, difficult months, I feel myself again. "


"i had my fungus infection for about 5 years, too long. i finally decided to go to the doctors and get something to get rid of the nasty stuff (i had it on almost and my nail both feet and hands) the doctor told me it was gonna take about 6 months to have nice healthy nails. so to make it short, i notice my healthy nails growing out in 3 weeks. PLEASE dont spend your money on over the counter stuff lotions, soaps, etc. take the pill in works very very well. its been about 4 years now and have been fungus free."


"Works very well for anxiety. The best way to take these types of medicines is to take them as needed. Some doctors will tell you to take them everyday as prescribed, but I found in my 20 years of experience with Xanax that taking them everyday is an easy way for it to become habit forming and addictive. When I take them as needed I don't become dependent on them. I think doctors disagree with this method because they feel that you need to counter the anxiety before you get it and that way you can learn to tolerate it. I have tried using Xanax both ways, it's nice not having anxiety, but your body and mind will adapt to the dosage and if you take it long enough you will find you need a higher dose to feel like you did."


"I got a sinus infection for the first time in my life and when it didn't go away I was given Augmentin - it barely helped. Went back to the ENT and he gave me cephalexin. Not much improvement. Then he gave me Cipro. I gave up. My quality of life was so much lower. I couldn't smell. I had to sleep elevated. I never imagined how bad a sinus infection was, especially chronic. Then a dentist gave me a Z pack on recommendation of a friend. Within days I was a new woman. I could smell! I could breath. I was so grateful."


"I was given a 10 day course of bactrim. I made through 2.5 days before going back to the doctor. I had severe diarrhea. I was going every 15 minutes and wasn't able to sleep. It seemed to help my uti symptoms, but I almost ended up in the hospital. Now I'm prescribed cipro when I get a uti."


"Drug worked getting rid of psychosis but made it hard to think or function. I was sectioned for two months for severe psychosis, was put on it for 2 years. Have now been off it for 3yrs and no signs of psychosis since leaving hospital so almost stable for 5years so I would have to say it was a success. However could not function fully until I came off it due to the severe brain fog it causes."


"I want to know if bupropion xl 300 mg a day has any effect or decreases the way my methylphenidat . 20 mg works. I feel like the Ritalian doesn't work as well when I take my bupropion. Any ideas guys. Please help I don't know if I should quit using one so the other w have full effect like it used too!!!"


"Effective treatment for migraine, back spasms, and hereditary spastic paraperesis."


"Racing heart and head rushes when you first start taking the medicine... It was my life saver for high school and college and even now through life.. I can actually accomplish things in an orderly fashion."


"Started 2 pills a day Saturday. Just got the scale Friday.  No real side effects...just a little gassy and cramps in the evening.  Sometimes dry mouth too so drink lots of water.  Haven't really lost weight.  Maybe 2lbs in 10 days.  Still have cravings...need to increase my work out and eat better.  Will have better evaluation after 1 full month.  Cheers! "


"I am 19 years old and have been on Microgestin for 5 months. This has been the worst experience of my life. The worst side effect I have had is the weight gain. I have been the same weight and size for years. I've never had to buy new jeans or clothes because of them not fitting me. Over these 5 months I have put on 15 or more pounds. Going up about 3 pant sizes. I have also had muslce aches, low sex drive, hot flashes, major change of appetite, emotional breakdowns, minor anxiety attacks, and so on.

I wouldn't recommend this to anyone. Stear far away from this birth control."


"I picked this up at CVS out of sheer desperation after suffering from a yeast infection for quite some time. I had tried clotrimazole and coconut oil in an attempt to resolve it more gradually, but I caved and bought the 1 day. Of course I looked at reviews after I had inserted it, so mild panic ensued. But! I had a very positive experience, which is what spurred me to write here. I understand if looking at the negative reviews scares you (they scared me too), but all I experienced was a mild warmth and today all seems completely cleared. Just thought I'd share a more positive spin on a product that truly worked for me."


"I started Phen on 01/07 weighing 190 as of 01/14 I am down to 181. This is my first time ever using any type of diet pills...my main concern is I don't want to rely on this I was hoping for some extra energy but all I ever feel at work is exhaustion. I also try to eat breakfast but I'm not a breakfast person. I do eat less now but I eat better I have worked out maybe 3 times only because I was sore I couldn't do any more lol!

Starting Weight 190-1/07/16
Current Weight 181-1/14/16
Goal Weight 160"


"I had a severe itch for almost a month. The doctor couldn't make a formal diagnosis. I had red itchy spots all over me and I was MISERABLE. I was prescribed a predisone pack of 21 pills 10mg to take over a span of 5 or 6 days and by the third day the itching and scratching had subsided tremendously. I'm not sure if it was an allergic reaction to something I came in contact with as I have never had a problem like this before. This medicine truly saved me...It did make me have an appetite but since it took care of my problem that issue was insignificant."


"I have a damaged lower back from a car accident and back often spasms. I only need to take diclofenac for a couple of days and I'm back fighting fit again. It also helps with my sleep and nausea."


"I finished up my first pack of Generess a week ago, and it's my first birth control pill. I know you're supposed to take it for three months before the side effects go away, but I couldn't resist reviewing.

It's effective--I'm not pregnant and have regular sex. However, the side effects aren't great. The 1st week was ok, just some loose stool after Day 1. By the time I got halfway through the second week, I had (sometimes heavy) spotting that went on for 1.5 weeks STRAIGHT. I'm not a  fan of having sex while bleeding, so it was frustrating. Also, my moods swing like a pendulum. I'll go from happy to raging in ten seconds. My face breaks out more now, and I also find I'm eating A LOT more than usual. The side effects are dwindling, though, so I'm happy!"


"I just got my liletta inserted this morning and thought I'd share my experience. First off my gyno told me to be on my period or have my nuvaring in the day if the procedure. Before I went to bed the night before I had to put 2 tablets of misoprostol in my vagina, which would help my cervix soften since I have never had any children. I was also advised by my gyno to take 800mg of Motrin the night before and right before my appointment. The misopristol caused some light cramping but that was it. I'm not going to lie it hurt but it was manageable. The clamping of the cervix did not hurt but the measuring of the uterus did and when she put liletta in. I have some cramping and light bleeding now but I feel pretty good."


"I've been on Saxenda for 4 weeks now starting at 220 and have lost 10

Lbs. I do look like I've lost a lot of inches as well. It seems I am at a stand still fluxuating 9 to 10 lbs. Can't seem to move forward. I still have no appetite and I eat clean and drink water. I do experience constipation and slight nausea. I am up to 2.8. on my dosage. My goal is 50 more lbs. Hoping it will step it up on the weightloss soon! Good luck!"


"I've had fibromyalgia since I was 14 years old. It was not diagnosed until I was 20 at that time I took 3600 milligrams of ibuprofen a day and 40 mg of prozac. After many years I finally went to a rheumatologist who had me on elavil 40 mg. I take that and my 40 mg or prozac and have no fibromyalgia pain any more. I do however have the side effects of fibro fog, short term memory loss. It's very scary I want to stop all medicine but am afraid. The elavil acts like a prophylactic to complicated migraines for me as well as helping me sleep. Any advice from anyone. I've been on medicine for 30 years now.

thanks"


"I was on this medication for about 5 days. I took 2 doses once a day. Remember to take this medication with A LOT of food. Do not, do not, do not take this on an empty stomach. When I took it on an empty stomach, I felt super weak. Thus far, my UTI symptoms have greatly disappeared. I'm not peeing every 15 minutes like I was before."


"Wish I could rate this poisonous chemical a minus ZERO... got free samples for 6 weeks at 5mg I've missed so much work trying to adjust to flu like symptoms, leg cramps, diarrhea, more depressed, the pharmaceutical rep told my doctor he himself was on it imagine that just to push this medication onto lab rats such as myself. I'm now trying to connect with a with drawl specialist waiting for a call back as I've tried to cut the pill in 3 sections and within an hour I'm vomiting, I'm dehydrated, and reporting this medication to the FDA and any other agency that will take this seriously my primary only a DO and has no experience in anti depressants he just passed along samples talked into by his drug rep I HATE what this med has done to me"


"I've had BV off and on for the last 2 years or so . I've found short term effects in OTC treatments such as "VH Essentials" but nothing lasts. Back in May I went to the Dr and was prescribed the gel form . once a day for five days . after one use the smell was gone, unfortunately it only lasted a couple months . I left the doc yesterday with the pill form. Twice a day for 7 days (500 mg total) I am on day two and must say the side effects are pretty bad . I've been nauseated since yesterday with an undesirable headache . The smell seems to be gone , however I'm unsure how these next five days will go . "


"I'm 18 and had very regular periods every month for 4 years and they stopped for no reason. Played the wait game & before I knew it 3 whole years has passed. 5 day 10mg provera challenge starting July 1st and on July 9th, 4 days after my last pill got my period. Not a terrible period for me like everyone else. A little heavy, mild cramping but my periods use to be worse. Also, does anybody know if it's true if my periods come back on their own after 3 provera cycles? Read that a few places but idk if it's true."


"I get migraines every day. Been taking 2.5 mg of Norvasc for about 6 months and still getting migraines everyday. Does not seem to be helping."


"Went to the ER was having a really bad gallbladder attack and was in agonizing pain!  They gave me two doses of Morphine through the IV and it did nothing for the pain. Then they gave me Dilaudid through the IV and it was instant pain relief! I could have kissed the nurse who gave it to me!  I did have a side effect a few hours later of itching skin especially of my face, chest and arms but I didn't care. I was so glad the pain was gone completely and fast."


"Does not work. Over the counter cortizone for eczema works better. This was an overpriced waste of money. Not only that, they have at the ready a list of nine reasons for not giving you the promised refund of any cost over $30. I got reason #6 which makes no sense, something about I filled the prescription within 25 days. Well...yes, of course, I did! What is your point?! In other words, you will not get a refund of any overage. Before paying the high price for this "product" try the popular cortisone brand from your neighborhood drug store for under ten dollars."


"My 8 year old son has ADHD and was put on this medication. Well the entire family thinks it's the best thing for him. We notice right away if he hasn't taken his medicine, as soon as he wakes up. It didn't really help calm him down, but more helps him focus clearly. We have seen a drastic change in school as well. I would tell anyone who has ADHD about it."


"This medicine has severe side effects; that is, it causes irritability and tiredness.  It does dry a person out, but the side effects necessitate cautionary awareness if you are going to drive or work with people.  You have no patience.  I do not recommend this product."


"I've had Nexplanon for over a month now, insertion didn't hurt at all just a little uncomfortable for the first 3 days after that you forget it's there. I didn't bruise at all after insertion. I'm not having any side effects so far. The only down side I have experienced is light bleeding/spotting when my period came. I've been bleeding for about 3 weeks now..this is normal but hoping it stops soon."


"I was taking Generic Adderall 10 mg twice a day. I took it for a month and had a number of side effects that disappeared over time, except for 2 of them, increased excessive urination and stomach problems. So my doctor switched me to Adderall XR 20 mg. The side effects are pretty much gone so far, I have been getting sour stomach, but I started a pretty good probiotic - 9 strains 50 billion bacteria- and it's helped some. I've been on the xr for 3 days now. I can't say much for it being consistently effective though, it's also much more subtle as far as focus/concentration goes, and it seems to wear off much sooner than its supposed to, though it's hard to tell. I experience no crash at all. It's definitely much gentler than the IR version."


"I got my mirena inserted in June.  I didn't bleed right away but when I got my first period I bled for 2 months non stop.  It would lighten up some days but for the most part I bled.  Even when I was bleeding if I would have sexual intercourse it would cause me to bleed.  Finally it stopped.By September I began experiencing acne breakout tremendously.I had it on my forehead, my cheeks, my chin.  I had never experienced acne like this before.  On my daughters birthday my bestfriend thought I had chicken pocks from all the small/huge painful bumps, and blemishes.She said she had never known me to have skin issues out of the 20 years we had known each other.  My attitude and self confidence dimished a whole lot. I finally had it removed."


"The medicine taste horrible but it works ! I coated it with peanut butter to take away from the taste & took it with milk. I also made sure to have food on my stomach. The first two days I took with water it was horrible then I did the peanut butter idea wayyyyy better and milk helped with upset stomach and nauseating feeling"


"I take Lorazepam 1mg for anxiety. It really helps. My symptoms are heart racing, rescuing thoughts, sharing, hard to breathe, and the worst is heat flashes because I turn red and it makes me more embarrassed.. The only concern I have is when I take it consistently is good. But, I ran out a couple times. It's usually 2 or 3 days before I fill it. I noticed during those days I have more anxiety than I did before I ever started taking it. I would only get heat flashes one a week or so before I started this medication. The days I missed it I had an average 2-3 a day. I don't want this medication to make me worse.. Also, I feel like my memory and focus have decreased. I'm thinking of switching. Just sucks because I really like it otherwise."


"I have a mild case of neuropathy. My symptoms are sharp pains and burning in my feet and hands, sensitivity to touch especially on my feet. The neurologist has me on 300mg of gabapentin three time a day. My symptoms are alleviated so much I can not believe it. I sleep better at night and don't wake up. I am over all relaxed. I feel calm most of the day. It works for me great."


"Reduced LDL by about 25%, good. But made me feel terrible, disrupted my already tenuous sleep. I tried it 3 times, same result each time. Too bad, as it works to reduce LDL. Need to try something else."


"It's official! My levels are normal and my hair is no longer falling out. Joint pain is also gone."


"This medication works wonders for me. Tend to get stomach cramps regularly, I miss work sometimes because I am constantly running to the bathroom. If I am travelling I have stop and use public restrooms. I never know when it's going to hit me. I am weak and faint sometimes from these flares. The only draw back is that it makes me feel tired and I get blurry vision. It has really helped me."


"I am very much satisfied on the progressive action of janumet50/1000, my sugar which was above fasting- 200& pp was 330, after taking janumet it came down to fp-96, pp-137...I take it twice a day, since my glucose levels are keeping normal ,will reduced the dose to 1500 per day."


"Follow up on review posted over a year ago: I have just successfully quit Lexapro with a very slow 6 month taper. I took 10-15 mg for panic for one year, then started taper. Wanted to advise to taper ON this med as well as off! My Dr. had me jump right on at 10 mg and the first 3 weeks of adjustment was horrible...by contrast my taper off was a breeze because it was very gradual. Lexapro worked for me and I would take it again if ever necessary!"


"Horrible side effects. Been on this pill for almost 8 months and the bloating/ cramps are just getting worse and worse. Put on about 10 pounds even though it's water weight - it did NOT go away!! Worsened my anxiety and depression , made me so tired could barely do anything all day I felt like I was on morphine. I feel like I have to pee 600 times a day because of how bloated I am. Terrible terrible pill. Do not recommend."


"This drug seems to be working well for me. I am 28 and over the past year I have been suffering from pretty bad cystic acne. I have tried every kind of over-the-counter treatment, Differin, Clindagel, and antibiotics, all without any long-term success. Since beginning this pill, my acne has reduced signifcantly and has become less inflamed and cystic. As far as side effects go, I have definitely become dehydrated, but drinking more water is worth the improvement I have seen."


"I have been living with chronic knee and back pain since 1982 with having a total of 13 right and left knee surgeries.  I have degenerative joint disease throughout, the sacral vertebra in my spine have fused together and have injury in my back. I have been on multiple pain medications over the years and this medication helps me get through the day along with Flexerill. I have quit taking it for several months on end so I don't get addicted and did not have any side effects or withdrawal symptoms.  I did have high levels of pain, but anyone who lives with a chronic condition like ours understands this.  I have a great doctor who works with me trying to control it."


"I am 24 years old and have been on Tysabri for about a year, after Rebif did not work for me. I have zero symptoms while on Tysabri. Infusion is easy and only once a month, and I went LESION FREE while on it! The ONLY reason it's not a 10 is because of the black box label for PML. This was such a stresser for me even though I was JC negative...until now. I am going off of it because I am now positive and will be switching to a new medicine, which I'm still debating on. Overall I say if you're JC negative, it is an amazing medicine."


"I have been on first 5mg then 10 mg now 20 mg of Saphris since 10-14. At first I thought I'd fould the Holy Grail of schizophrenia!  All hallucinations just stopped!  However, as time goes on, schizophrenia sticks it's insidious little head out of the sand and back I go into the hospital. Overall-compared to the other anti-psychotics out there, pretty good stuff man."


"I had two teeth pulled and was given Tramadol 50 mg. I used it maybe three times, but it did nothing. I still had pain and had a terrible time trying to sleep. I found that 3 ibuprofen worked better and I didn't need a prescription for that. So the Tramadol went in the medicine cabinet never to be used again."


"Very dry throat and mouth, eyes, nose...bladder still overactive but, due to increased water intake, volume greater.  Dyspepsia, occasional blurred vision...no changes to lifestyle or decreased energy."


"Very dizzy and lightheaded and I feel like I'm going to pass out. Don't get prescribed this medication. Also I feel groggy and sleepy."


"I'm not actually bipolar-I take it as an add-on to and SSRI for OCD, General Anxiety Disorder, and depression, but that wasn't in the categories offered. It works wonderful for this for me. My OCD is very much under control taking this in conjunction with Prozac-there are so many things I just could not do and was so afraid of because of the OCD before getting on Prozac and I could do even more after adding Risperdal to it. I take 2 mgs, but I usually take it a few hours before bedtime because it does make me drowsy. I haven't gained weight from it and really haven't had any side effects."


"I have Crohn's disease and Demerol has been very effective in managing the pain associated with it."


"I got my very first Depo shot in May and got my period on schedule in June, except it lasted for 2 weeks. Two weeks after it ended I got my period again (July 5th) and have been on it for the past 7 weeks, going on 8. I'm waiting for it to bleed out but it recently got heavier. I've called around to different offices and they've said the same thing: that I should just get another shot, and that irregular bleeding is normal for the first 6 months. I was having debilitating cramps in June, which I'm pretty sure is linked to the shot because I've never felt that pain before. Other than that, I haven't had cramps at all. I did notice that I am extremely angry on this birth control, and I started breaking out on my cheeks."


"I took my first trulicity shot this week by the second day I felt horrible severe stomach pains fever loss of appetite cramps cold belching acid reflux I can't imagine a medication can make you feel so terrible I will not recommend trulicity"


"After reading all these horror stories about it, I was really worried about it. I bought it before I read any reviews and still used it after the bad reviews because everyone is different. It WORKED. My only complaint is that the itching was more intense after using the cream and the wipes. I've also been putting some witch hazel on a clean towel and pressing it against the areas it itched the most. I feel so much better. Also, definitely recommend using at night, right before bedtime. My shorts were a mess this morning. I'm glad I didn't take it during the day."


"I've never had kids, and read all the horror reviews before going for my appt.
Truth is: Yes it was super uncomfortable. The clamp felt like a period cramp that wouldn't ebb off. It was not 'painful', and definitely not the worst pain I've ever been in. If you've stubbed your toe or had your ears pierced, you will be just fine.
I held the nurse assistants hand which really helped (silly I know) and I talked about something else the whole way through to keep distracted.
Please don't let the 'insertion torture' reviews put you off having the IUD. Everyone is different, and it's unlikely you will be one of the people who has an awful experience. I drove there and home myself and was fine."


"2 year old had a coughing spell for about 45 minutes. Gave him water, and a few sips of apple juice. (Thinking he may have just been a little dry mouth/throat). After that, I decided to give him a 1/2 tsp of dimetapp as he was still coughing. 15 mins later he started seeing bugs. This went on from 2:a.m. til 5:a.m. He was inconsolable and hysterical.  Don't recommend this for any child."


"In the last 6 years I've been on Effexor and Pristiq (synthetic Effexor and I had horrible withdrawal from them), Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Lexapro, and Mirtazapine. None seemed to work for long and most didn't seem to help at all and I've wondered if I am resistant to the meds. In addition, my anxiety has been awful. Finding an anti-anxiety drug has been tricky because I'm in recovery (used to self-medicate my depression and anxiety) and I need to be extra careful about taking certain medications since I have the tendency to abuse them. It's too early to tell if Brintellix will work for me but the genetic testing shows it's a good match. The nausea is bad, but I'm used to taking meds on an empty stomach so will start taking it with food."


"I've taken several antidepressants, and had restlessness with Abilify.

Now I'm taking Wellbutrin and Rexulti (1mg) and I feel wonderful. I feel like my old self again. I'm thirty years old and haven't felt this good since I was probably 19. Really good med. No side effects so far."


"It works great, but is expensive."


"Focused on the positive reviews. Did the same day prep began at 4:30 AM, colonoscopy at 12:30 PM. First 6 oz bottle with water and Peach Mango crystal light. 2 16 oz bottle of water within an hour. BM within 30 min. Same dose at 8:45 AM. Of course fatigued, light headache since no food. Day before light breakfast light lunch and light dinner. Gatorade in evening. Overall went as expected and recommend over two day prep."


"Altoprev is the ONLY statin drug I can tolerate. It is due to the timed-release of the drug over 24 hours. I do not recieve that whopping dose of the drug all at once. However, my ins. Rx. coverage wil not cover it. I do not get to take it regularly, due to fixed income. It is 160.00 a month. But this is the drug for me and I get it filled about every other month.

"


"I was started on Wellbutrin about 2 months ago, along with Lamictal for mood-stabilization. I reluctantly got on it after a year free of meds (when I got hit with a bad case of Seasonal Depression beginning in fall and lasting through March and some of April, after a move to mostly gloomy Asheville, NC. I started off on half a tablet of 75mg regular release. Then I went up an extra half a tab. At first I thought it was great and then I started to feel low down again and went up to 150 mg. Slowly, I noticed feeling quite agitated and almost aggressive. I cut back down to just one tab and then half a tab and still the side-effects persisted, along with horrible anxiety and restlessness. So no more for me."


"Nocturemia - After 20 years of getting up every hour and a 1/2 to urinate, I am now able to sleep for 6 hours without waking. This has changed my Life."


"Male age 65. Starting weight 255 lbs. Now 211 lbs. Before taking Qsymia I was and continue to take other drugs including

1) BP Lowering

2) Cholesterol Lowering Statin

3) Paxil for Anxiety

Before taking Qsymia I was and continue to eat Jenny Craig which ships their food to my door.

I have lost weight before but always returned to the weight prior.

I have been on Qsymia about a year and a half.

This drug definitely works!

Although my doctor urges me to exercise, I do not.

For the first few months I experienced dry mouth but that has gone away.

I did get down to 200 lbs but have been slowly increasing. I think the effect of the drug might have worn away a bit as I still like a high calorie snack at night.

After $75 rebate cost is $131/mo"


"I've taken Xanax (generics) for anxiety and panic attacks for seven years.  I've taken it just as my doctor instructs (actually, he wants me to take it more often) and have had no issues with dependency, even during periods when I needed it three or four times a week.  I love that it kicks in in under five minutes.  I take it as soon as I start panicking, and five minutes later, my mind just calms down.  It doesn't numb me or get me high, it just keeps my brain from going into a panic spiral.  It also helps reduce the urge to self-harm. The only side effect I've experienced is drowsiness, but it usually isn't enough to keep me from going about my day.  One warning, though: DO NOT take with alcohol. "


"Just had two injections, one in each knee. The first of four injections. I am not feeling any pain at the moment but they say this is only temporary, that it will take all four injections for the best relief. I will say that I only felt a slight prick of the needle, felt no pain what so ever...can't wait for the other three.."


"This is a really good nerve pill. It does not make you feel tired."


"I have been on this medication for just shy of 2 months.  I was prescribed it for anxiety and depression, but mostly anxiety.  I have found it to be good, however not so much for anxiety.  It has helped my sleep for the most part,  but I still get significant anxiety in the day time.  I will say you have to give it a good month for it to show it's benefits, and there are side effects in the beginning, but they are minimal and not significant, mostly just yawning and sexual side effects.  Other then that I have found it to be effective. "


"So I just wanted to give my ten cents on the Kyleena IUD....Personally, I think the few weeks/months of spotting are worth the 5 years of nausea-free living, no alarms for pills, and so on.
My experience: I had Kyleena inserted about one week ago. I had my first pap and swab done at the same time. This was uncomfortable but not unbearable....However, when my OBGYN "pinched" and then "straightened" my cervix into place I about lost my mind. For me, the pain was bout a 7.5/10. Very very painful. However, once the spotting (very light and underwhelming) stops, I will be very glad for having the device.  Highly recommend this product. Will update a few months down the line.."


"My period started Feb 12-25  (spotting and some bleeding) then they started back March 1-2-3 (spotting).  Then March 10-21.  On March 19 I was passing blood clots (big like 4 x 4 inches).  I called 911 and was brought to the hospital where I was admitted for 10 hours.   Then the bleeding started back on March 24-31.  And now April 1 - 6.  Today is blood clots with heavy cramping.  I have been taking Medroxy 2.5 mg  1 at bedtime since March 19."


"I just had my 2nd Implanon put in yesterday. Solid 3 years of no babies, light mostly regular periods.   Insertion was not too painful. I had it removed and a new on put in yesterday so I have slight bruising and tenderness today. My doctor was wonderful, helpful && gentle with the procedure. I recommend it to anybody who is wanting to wait on having kids. "


"I was prescribed Meclizine because I was so dizzy I couldn't even sit, now after taking it for 4 days it's starting to get a lot better. They don't know the cause of my dizziness, all they know is it has to do with my nervous system. While we are waiting to have a lot of tests done they put me on this. The only problem I have is it puts me to sleep and knocks me out. But it affects everybody differently."


"Had Skyla placed today, roughly around 5 hours ago. I am familiar to the IUD scene having had both Paraguard and Mirena in the past. (27 y/o w/2 kiddos). Anyway my MD used a local anesthetic  (scary as hell cuz I despise needles). Was not on my period at the time btw. I have to admit, it was quite a pinch, a little painful, but brief and tolerable. I have not had any problems with previous IUDs as well. I removed paraguard to have my 2nd child and then my Mirena was about to expire so I switched to Skyla. As of now, minimal bleeding, zero cramping, no problems or complaints here!! Dont believe all of the horror stories you hear, everyone is different and our bodies are not all going to react the same! Take a deep breath and good luck!"


"I was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder in 2003.  My Doctor prescribed Wellbutrin 150 mg. The depression and paranoia were still an issue until the dosage was increased to 300mg. I also take Xanax 0.25 mg daily.  I have been on these medication to date.  I don't like being on any medications because of a feeling of dependency on a substance. When I weigh out the pros and cons I think my quality of life is 100 % better and I can function at a level which seems normal for me.  I wasn't able to pass a car on the highway without a panic attack.  Since this medicine was introduced to me, I can do everything I use to before my diagnosis of PTSD."


"When I moved in March the new pharmacy carries this birth control for my insurance. This month I was finally able to switch back to Marlissa. Even though it's the same dose of hormones, my body completely rejected the Levora. It made me so crampy, stopped getting periods at the end of the month and got them at weird random times, nauseous and severe headaches. This never happened on Marlissa. Luckily my pharmacy was able to order Marlissa under my insurance because Levora is downright awful. There are tons of brands for a reason: every body responds to different kinds of medications and their brands! Inactive ingredients play a huge role people don't think about. Try out some and see what works for you- keeps you regular and keeps the cramps away"


"I am a man and I started Viibryd primarily to reduce the sexual side effects of other SSRI's. I have tried many different SSRI's over the years for generalized anxiety and until now Zoloft was the best choice for me. I tend to be sensitive to medications and am usually affected by side effects, but at the same time I usually respond well to lower dosages. I personally had severe side effects including vertigo, and watery diarrhea. All the side effects passed after a couple of weeks and increasing the dosage had little effect on me. Currently on 20mg and staying there. My libido has improved significantly and I am very happy with the results. Side effects were brutal, but worth working through them!"


"Took the medication for 35 days, was onto my second script, when I got loss of taste, my mouth tasted like sour milk 24/7, when eating sweet food I couldn't taste the sweet, and anything sweet made the sour milk taste in my mouth worse. Also eating dairy gave the same effect. Eating salted food was tasteless. Great DIET PILL, as everything tastes so foul, including water. Went to the Doctor, says stop taking it, and the foul taste could last for several weeks, return if still no good in six weeks. My toe nail was starting to look better, but needed to complete the course. Will have to revert to natural method tea tree oil. Also got headaches with this medication, although that could be due to lack of water as drinking water tastes sour."


"I gave it a 5 because of side effects. I have had guttate psoriasis for over 3 years now, and Otezla, combined with Light Therapy, is the only thing that has worked. I have been on it for almost a month now, and although it is working, the side effects are harsh. Everyones' body reacts differently, so don't let this discourage you, but for me it has not been pleasant. The only reason I am still taking it is because it is clearing up my skin and I am getting married in 17 days and I don't want to be self conscious about how I look and my Dr. said if I just stop, my guttate could flare up, which I don't need on my wedding day. I use Pepto Bismol and Excedrin for Tension headaches to control the symptoms, although it only controls it a tad bit"


"I have been taking Cymbalta, 60mg, for approx. 2 years. I also take Amitriptiline (I don't know how to spell it!) as well.  My Fibromyalgia pain has lessened so much I sometimes think it is to good to be true!  My sister was diagnose with Polymyalgia Rheumatica at about the same time and was taking Predisone. She had no relief. I told her to have her primary doc to test the Fibro pressure points. Long story short, the doctor put her on Cymbalta and she felt relief within 1 week! Has finally been able to sleep better and lift her arms over her head. This medication has pretty much saved my life. I have been treated with bipolar disorder successively for many years, but noticed that since I have taken Cymbalta, my outlook on life has improved"


"I remember being horrified by looking at myself in the mirror. Crying non stop, but ever since I started using Epiduo, My confidence is back. I haven't been this happy in months and Epiduo really did the trick to my skin. It may have burned at first and peeled a lot but my face is a lot clearer and I recommend it to everyone with acne problems!"


"I participated in the blind study at University hospital in Denver CO in the 90's. EF was 12%  was given 6 months to live in 1992 at 24 yrs old, a 6 month old daughter. I must have gotten the actual medicine in the trial. I was glad to participate, and was excited when FDA approved Coreg. I had gotten to over 400lbs. Now 22 years later my EF is 52% and weight 165 and a B.S. M.S. degree and working on Ph.D and watching my daughter do wonderful things. I'm grateful for Coreg and my awesome cardiac and PCP team."


"I've taken trazadone for about 6 years after a brain injury caused severe depression and anxiety.  I take 200mg (down from 300 mg) at night and it really helps me sleep.  I've had no unpleasant side effects."


"This is the ONLY medicine in the benzodiazepine family that is useful to me for BOTH panic attacks AND sleep! Great results."


"Good"


"Be advised that any medication can have averse reactions on anybody. My experience with Malarone was when I traveled to Cambodia for 2 weekw. It took about a day before it started but Malarone completely incapacitated me with a constant level of nausea. I could not eat nor was it worth leaving the hotel because I was weakened by it. l, too, had to discontinue its use for the entire trip, completely soaked in deet instead. It would be advisable to try malaria medicine several days before you leave for a  trip to any questionable location. Ironically, in the middle of 105° F temperatures,in November, in full sleeves and pants, I never encountered a single mosquito."


"I've been sick every morning for over a month, often vomiting, and cannot eat until late in the day. And no, I'm not pregnant. I've only been on Aciphex for about a week and it is the only thing that has made me feel close to normal again."


"I started taking this a couple of years ago during the end of a very stressful relationship. I started with 10 mg and eventually went up to the 20mg. This higher dose made me jittery and nervous. I couldn't concentrate or focus. I went back to the 10mg and stayed there. I feel happy and at ease. I laugh and little things don't make me have panic attacks. I have tried a couple of times to stop using this and within a few weeks the smallest things make me want to give up and send me into a few day depression. I would like to stop taking it and be my normal self. I love that I feel great on it but want to learn to feel this way without it as well."


"I was diagnosed with Cervical Dystonia in 2000 a little after a car accident.  I went back to work and worked fast and hard as usual and the dystonia got worse.  Shortly after, I developed panic attacks.  Dr. prescribed generic xanax and it really helped.  I don't remember how much it was- 2005.   The xanax not only took the panic attacks away but my neck pulling would go away for a long time.  Since 2013 dystonia came back w/vengance.  No one has prescribed xanax and keeps prescribing crappy medications-Baclofen, flexiril and now Atarax.  I'm scared to take the Atarax.  I know xanax works and I only used it maybe 4 times a month. No habit forming for me. Kids ruined it for folks that need it :("


"Tranxene-SD (Clorazepate-Single Dose) has helped immensely for my worry, anxiety, and major panic disorder! I take 22.5mg in the morning (2x 11.25 tablets) and Klonopin (Clonazepam) for my major panic disorder. The Tranxene-SD helps keep the all day anxiety and worry from erupting into a panic attack to where I have to take the Klonopin. It keeps me calm until I feel the need I have to take the Klonopin. It's been around since 1972, and it works great. I recommend it for all day anxiety!"


"I have been dealing with major depressive disorder,  severe anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and manic depression since I was a teen (now 41) due to extreme childhood trauma. I have also had substance abuse/self-medication issues for these same reasons for over 20 years now. Clean and sober, my insomnia and anxiety was so severe that I would get about 2-3 hrs of sleep naturally at night or with weed (also stopped...)
Finally could not stand it anymore as I was getting to the point that was was having bad thoughts about not wanting to be here anymore.. I'm an accountant who is a single mother with a special needs 3 year old and works over 50 hours per week, so, my stress is about as high as it can get.

I LOVE THIS MED. HAVE NEVER FELT BETTER."


"I have severe gastroparesis and my abdominal pain has been very bad through the years but has gotten worse the past 2 years. I have taken all levels of Lortab, Tylenol #3 and Demerol.  I would only take the Demerol when I was having a flare up had break through pain.  About 10 months ago, my doctor asked me if I would try Nucynta, that it was a newer pain medicine and does not cause the "euphoric" feeling.  I started off my taking 50 mg and would double up if pain was extremely bad.  This medicine has been great for me!  When I saw my pain management doctor for the 1st time, he upped my dosage to 75mg.  I average 2 a day.  It relieves my pain and I don't have any of the side effects.  I can even work when I take it and that is huge."


"I started using differin 0.1% in November 2016, fast forward to January 2017 and I couldn't be happier! I'm 26 and have been battling with acne since I was around 13. I have tried all sorts of products and regimes and sometimes had success but it never lasted long. I had tried differin before but never stuck it out long enough to see its full benefits, this time I did and my skin is thanking me for it. I've kept my skin care regiment very simple. I use a very gentle cleanser in the morning then a benzyl peroxide 5% gel then a moisturiser on top. In the evening I use the same cleanser then the differin cream, I always allow it to soak in for at least an hour then follow up with my moisturiser. This cream takes time to work but be patient."


"I have been using Talacen off and on for a year. Used for arthritis pain in lower back, neck and joints. Only use when in severe pain. I do not notice any of the side effects.  Works well for me."


"I'm 19 years old, and I've been taking Yaz for about 2 years or so. At first, it helped clear my acne but made my PMDD worse, but eventually my moods evened out into a constant apathy, and my acne began to come back (possibly because of stress). I've lost weight and noticed an increase in breast size, but my sex drive has completely died out within the past year or so. I feel stressed when I don't take the pill on time or whenever I stop taking it for the four days allotted for my period (during which my period doesn't arrive until at least the third day and last a couple days into the new month of pills). But my period is light and relatively pain-free."


"After reading the reviews of Macrobid, I was terrified to take it. As a person with severe acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome, I was scared that I would have all these terrible experiences that people were describing. However, all of my doses were taken with a COMPLETE meal and I did not suffer from any side effects except for a slight headache."


"I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia a little over a month ago. I originally went into see my rheumatologist to check up on my RA. My doctor prescribed me the 100 mg Gabapentin. At first I had absolutely no problems with taking it besides the fact that it didn't help with any pain or muscle/joint tenderness/weakness. Now, after little over a month of taking it, I have been experiencing a lot of chest pain/tenderness and pressure, like it's tight. It makes it feel so hard to breathe, making the tightness worse. I have gained about 5-6pounds and my stomach has never felt so bloated and ridiculously uncomfortable. I've also been staying up all hours of the night l because when I take this medicine, I can't sleep."


"Zoloft is amazing for me. Was prescribed it years ago when suffering post natal and it was a life saver. On it for about a year.  I started it again (50mg) 2 years ago as I was suffering stress when my son was diagnosed with autism. Since the drug became effective (within a month), I could see how wonderful my life actually was and was able to support my son who went on to do really well. But I put on 9 kg so I've just weaned off it and am exhausted and not coping well with stress. Think I weaned too quickly (3/4 weeks) so am going to try taking 25 mg and see if that still helps but hopefully without the weight gain. If u r depressed or anxious try this drug it is so effective with hardly any side effects. Just bit hard to go off it!!"


"This was the 6th medication that my 6 yo son tried. Loved Daytrana, but the rashes were terrible and it took forever to kick in. Hated Focalin. He had no better of an appetite on it and most importantly, even though his symptoms were not resolved, he was a zombie on the lowest dosage - hyperfocused, irritable, NO sense of humor (and this is the kid that was always called "a one man show" in school). On to number 7 now...."


"Horrible headache buzzing in ears terrible rat poison back to sybacourt"


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"I've had migraines for 15 years. Imitrex made me sick, so my neurologist prescribed Midrin.  Its the only medication that actually relieves my Migraines completely.  I know they don't have the brand name Midrin but in some places you can get the generic-Isometheptene/dichloralphenazone/acetominophen.  It has all the same ingredients, and works great."


"Went to see my doctors about my extremely heavy periods, and was given pill after pill after pill but nothing seemed to help slow the bleeding down. I have now been on Tranexamic Acid for over 3 months and have experienced a few side effects. Some being more painful aches to joint and muscle pain. I have 2 periods a months and Dr's do not seem to care about the fact it gets so bad it is ruining my clothes, bed sheets and furniture. But theses tablets have made my normal coloured period into a funny black/grey 5 days! With huge blood clots and it seems to be getting worst. I am coming off the pills after this period and thinking of the coil."


"It seems to work well, but I noticed a more tired feeling with it during my first period and my cramps were worse."


"For the first few months, I bled everyday. After 2-3 injections, the bleeding stopped for the most part, with occasional random bleeding now and then, and light bleeding near the time I was due for my next shot.

Yes, you WILL very likely experience the "breakthrough bleeding" side effect, and it can be annoying having to use pads/tampons constantly, but if you can deal with that, it is a great birth control solution.

I have smoked cigarettes while using Depo. This caused an increase in bleeding when I regularly smoked. I noticed after 3-4 injections when my bleeding lessened to almost a stop, if I smoked cigarettes, I would bleed later. So if you smoke, this might affect how much/often you bleed."


"After being diagnosed with POTS Syndrome about two and a half years ago, I developed awful constipation. Like a lot of others said on here, I tried everything! For awhile miralax twice daily worked, but slowly it stopped. I've tried Citrucel, Metamucil, Milk of Mag, Colace, high fiber diets, and nothing would help. I ended up going to the emergency room after not going for seventeen days, and even an enema did barely anything. I was first put on a low dose of linzess, but got awful bloating, pains, and dirrhea. Then I got put on the lowest does of amitiza and only take it one time daily. It did wonders, and I am one who is incredibly sensitive with meds. I take one before bed with yogurt, which helps soothe any possible nausea."


"The first thing I noticed was that my shirts were fitting better, they weren't so tightly fitting anymore. So I weighed myself and I was surprised to see that I had lost 15-17 pounds in the 2-3 months I had been on the Androgel. It took about 2-3 months to find my actual dose. I have noticed way better muscle tone, specially in my chest, shoulders & arms. I am also wearing jeans and shorts more comfortably, they don't fit so tight anymore and don't hurt around my waistline from being so tight. I'm back down to a size 32, much more solid & defined looking and feeling. Lost weight in my neck & face, lost that round looking face, now I have a square jawline and thinner, manlier face. I am able to think more clearly. More solid and longer lasting erections."


"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."


"Cialis is a miracle. Because of a new partner in my life, I was having performance anxiety, contributing to erections that were weak at best. Dr. gave me a prescription for 6, 20mg tablets per month, because that's all the insurance would pay for. Was told that I could split these in half, but I split into fourths, making each about 5mg. I generally take 5mg early Friday, which has a noticeable effect, then another 5mg as a "booster" when I think there might be intercourse soon. Amazing results that last for a couple of days for this 55 year old, and haven't noticed any negative side effects."


"Before starting on this drug I was going through a nasty cycle of UTIs & thrush. I would get a UTI due to intercourse, & after taking antibiotics to treat it I would then develop thrush. The cycle happened about 7 or 8 times over the course of a year, even though my husband & I were taking every preventative measure possible and following drs advice (wash before and after, pee within 5 minutes, drink lots of water etc). I even saw a urologist to try & get to the bottom of it. I couldn't break the cycle until I was prescribed this. I don't take it daily; after we have had intercourse I take one as a preventative. Since starting this medication I have not had one UTI. I have no side effects. It has greatly improved my quality of life."


"I had been on Lantus for over 1 year. I started at 15 u, after 8 months, I had to increase to 25. My pre breakfast b/s was testing 150. I was increased to 40u. My pre breakfast and evening glucose readings were 180- 238! Dr. Raised dosage to 50u. My fasting continued to go up!
Finally, after much begging, I was switched to Novolin 70/30. What a difference! Now I'm in the 112-120 range pre-breakfast. My evening results has greatly improved as well! I'm no longer lethargic, get more things done, and sleep better!
A great product, so far!"


"It helps calm me down instantly. When I feel like I can breath and that I am drowning in anxiety it truly helps!"


"First time ever taking Mucinex D! Took two pills as directed and it did clear some sinus pressure during the day.  Following directions 12 hours later and took my two pills dose at 10pm. I've been clear in my sinus, but tossing and turning all night! It is now 2:05am! insomnia was a side effect so did not read about until now, since I can't sleep! So, yes, Mucinex D does work, just do not take at night as directed. Unless you need to be awake while others sleep, in which case, this will definitely keep you up all alert!"


"I started Contrave 1 week ago. I am 5'5", 230lbs and 40yrs old.  I'm tired of being over weight. I am so happy my insurance finally covered this medication. I was told to start with two  pills twice a day. At first I didn't because I was scared. I was taking 2 once a day. After day 3 I went up to four a day and besides needing to take some benedryl to help me sleep, I have had no side effects. I'm peeing like a mad woman, my appetite is way down and I feel good. I went to weigh myself this morning and I've lost 7lbs. I think I finally found something that's going to work for me. Super excited to see where this takes me."


"I was prescribed Elavil for depression and migraine prevention. After taking only two 10mg doses of elavil, I had a severe manic episode. (Note: I am not bi-polar.) I was shaking, pacing, unable to sleep, talking a mile a minute but making no sense, full of anxiety and rage, unable to eat or keep anything down and in a total panic. My husband took me to the ER when my heart rate went through the roof and I became short of breath. The hospital kept me overnight on a heart monitor and gave me sedatives to calm me down. My doctor wants me to try another medication but I am terrified at the prospect. Honestly, I'd rather be depressed and have migraines than try another anti depressant. One bad experience was ENOUGH."


"I have been battling chronic constipation for a year. I eat a healthy diet of fruit/veggies/whole grains and some lean meats along with exercise - however, the problem seemed to come out of nowhere. In any event, I tried stimulant laxatives and stool softeners and nothing moving for me. I was prescribed this medicine after many scans/tests with no explanation for my ongoing problem. It seemed to make my stomach "churn" but nothing else. I was so disappointed.

After this experience, I tried magnesium citrate and it WORKED (after a few bottles). After I COMPLETELY cleaned myself out, I started in again with my Linzess (at the highest dose). It now works perfectly! I'm amazed! I have a normal, healthy BM after every single meal."


"This stuff is awful! I haven't eaten any solid food today, so I guess taking this on an empty stomach triggered my GERD(acid reflux disease) the fishy after taste was also horrible!  I vomiting just as much as I went to the loo! Ugggg! There has to be a better way to cleanse the colon people....cause this is pure torture!!!!"


"Have struggled all my life with anxiety, worked out 7 days a week to try and control it. Panic attacks- just horrible- no lifts, no planes, no tunnels. Tried CBT, finally I thought I don't want to live this way anymore. Pill phobic, but finally I tried it, a quarter of a tablet for two weeks, then half again, for two weeks. What can I say? It had changed my life completely. I love it. I feel normal! No side effects. It took three months but felt better within weeks. All of you out there undecided, unsure, afraid of what you've read- please do yourself a favour and try it- be positive about it, open and give it a go- you won't regret it. I can fly, drive, amazing."


"I have been trying so hard to have a baby im talking YEARS! I recently went to the Obgyn to talk to the Dr about my infertility. I have never had kids before because its all ways been so hard to conceive due to the fact that I am irregular on my periods.... so the Dr prescribed clomid to me and the first try i got pregnant... i am now 4 weeks pregnant with my first baby and i honestly still can't believe it. I took 6 pregnancy even blood work and all positive. I strongly recommend this pill it is A MIRACLE!!"


"I have always known there was something wrong with my muscles, all my life as far back as I can remember. There were (and still are but not as often) days that I awoke and felt like I had run a marathon or been beaten up. I moved like an 80 year old with bad joints. I came across tramadol by accident for a knee injury. After a few days on it, I realized that I had been sleeping wonderfully and woken up refreshed and feeling good. I spoke with my MD and he stated that tramadol IS the ORIGINAL Fibromyalgia medicine. After an assessment, he kept me on it to see what would happen. Luckily, I only have to take it once a day (at night) or every other day. Wonderful little pill!"


"This treatment, sadly not available in the US (recently) is quite effective and has no side effects."


"In 4 weeks, lithium took me from constantly obsessing about suicide, to having almost no suicidal ideation. Minor side effects include extra urination, and minor nausea if taken without enough food. "


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"This was my first colonoscopy and chose Preponik because it would be easier to drink. I normally have constipation problems so I was concerned that it would not work. I mixed it very very well with cold water (3 minutes of mixing) at 4 pm and drank it. It had a nice flavor like orange tang. Then I drank the 8oz of water (one every 30 mintues). I was able to have a bm after 1 hour.  Then I had a dozen for the next 3 hours. I was able to go to bed and sleep. No cramping. No nausea. The next morning, I drank the mixture at 3 am and the 8oz of water (every 30 minutes). I did 4 waters until 6 am because my colonoscopy was at 10:20 am and I was not supposed to have fluids 4 hours before. Preponik worked great.  I would highly recommend it,"


"Ive had the paragraud in for 3 months and so far i love it . I was on the implanon prior to this nd i didnt have a good experince with it after a year and a half i took it out and switched to the paragraud. I had stopped getting periods and with the paragraud am getting my period regularly again, there heavier than am used to but nothing too bad another side affect is the cramps there occissional but i nothing i cant tolerate. It does not interfere at all with mine and my partners sex life . So far i have nothing bad to say i would choose this non-hormonal method with no doubt."


"It's effective when used correctly. During the first two months I experienced headaches and slight hair loss around my hairline. I used to go around 40 days between periods and they lasted 8 or 9 days. I now have "normal" or predictable periods. My breasts are always tender during the third week, but I've grown at least a cup size, so I'm OK with that. Most importantly, I'm not pregnant."


"Lyrica stops the pain in the ball of my feet. It's wonderful to be able to walk without the pain. I am diabetic and take insulin. I too have had a weight gain of 35 lbs over the past 6 months. I seem to suffer from a bit more memory loss than before and I fatigue easily. I have caught myself dozing off in front of the computer at work, so I force myself to get up and walk around a bit. All in all a small price to pay for the relief of the pain in my feet."


"I am 19 years old and have been on Microgestin for 5 months. This has been the worst experience of my life. The worst side effect I have had is the weight gain. I have been the same weight and size for years. I've never had to buy new jeans or clothes because of them not fitting me. Over these 5 months I have put on 15 or more pounds. Going up about 3 pant sizes. I have also had muslce aches, low sex drive, hot flashes, major change of appetite, emotional breakdowns, minor anxiety attacks, and so on.

I wouldn't recommend this to anyone. Stear far away from this birth control."


"I wanted to come back after I knew if I was pregnant or not because heaven knows these reviews made me feel so much better and I want to provide someone with that same relief.

I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend super close to the time I ovulated, he pulled out when he came but went back in for a second round right after. I took the pill the next day about twelve hours after this occurred. My period tracker said my period was due in a week (sometimes it's a week off which is why I was nervous about the ovulating) and I ended up getting it three days later than anticipated. (Thirty minutes ago!)

Trust you will be taken care of and things will work out okay, the pill definitely works for the vast majority, be hopeful!"


"As a reminder  (to myself and all others) that come on here, stupidly, to read reviews - people are 10 x more likely to post a negative experience vs a positive experience! I have been backed up for what seems like weeks with only the "1" on the Bristol scale, which is the small round shaped eliminations, and they are only happening every three days or so, one or two at a time. Mag Cit didn't work and I can't handle Miralax so it was Dulcolax for me.

Why I came to read these reviews is beyond me because I already knew I was going to get freaked out. But, I took two at 2pm...drank water, had some lunch. I've taken these before, pretty sure they're no big deal; giving them a 10. Relax and remember people...10 x more likely to post negative!"


"My son(11) was put on 10mg of Focalin for ADHD.  We have been trying different meds to treat his ADHD without making his anxiety/trichotillomania worse.  This med by far was the worse!  It did seem to help at school for focus, but he had extreme rage issues.  It got so bad that we called the police to find out what our options were if he were to actually hurt us or his little sister.  He never hurt us, but did break a window, the screen door, and throw objects.  Needless to say, we stopped the meds and thankfully we have our sweet son back (although he can't focus and is annoying to other kids in his class).  Please beware of mood changes with this drug."


"I was so glad to see positive feedback on the Mirena. I have only had it in for 2 weeks but really am fine with it. I do notice I have been a tad dizzy and sleeping a little less, i.e. waking up at 4am, but that could be stress of life as well. Thank you all for posting something positive to read about this. I was really starting to worry I was going to have bad stuff start to happen. Insertion was  fine, slight cramping for a couple of hours then slight cramping off and on for the next couple of days but nothing major at all. Thanks again."


"I'm 48 and in good shape, but erectile dysfunction has literally and emotionally been a real downer for me the past few years. I tried Viagra and Cialis both with little success and really didn't hold out much hope for Levitra. So you can imagine my surprise when it not only worked, but worked well! It's not covered by insurance, but ummm... I don't care. It's nice to be like my college self in the sack again. You can't put a price on that."


"So I'm a 26 year old woman who's struggled with acne and hyperpigmentation for over ten years. I absolutely love this medicine. I started using it almost a week ago and my acne is almost completely gone, all of the inflammation is gone, and my skin tone is finally looking like a normal color again. I'm using this with a tea tree and vitamin e lotion to prevent drying as well. Seriously, this stuff has been amazing for me. Good luck!"


"I've been on Lupron (after prostae surgery) for a period of 7-1/2 years. I am also on 50mg Casosex. The side effects are minor (hot sweats, decreased energy) Injection site(s) were moved after 6 yrs. from buttox to shoulder(s) due to lower back pain. I hope this gives hope to patients about to begin this regimen."


"I'm currently 22 and a college student. I began having panic/anxiety attacks in July 2013. I thought I wasn't going to be able to attend class anymore cause I used to have a hard time sitting still. I felt the need to move around but at the same time I felt fatigued. I used to take L-Theanine, which helped some. I then switched to Zoloft, which is currently working good too. I feel more focused. I don't feel like crying for no reason anymore. I don't feel as angry at everyone anymore. Best of all, no apparent jitters--which was the main problem I was aiming at to get rid off. Thanks Zoloft. Now I can get back to focusing on my school work."


"Paxil was the first antidepressant I was put on when I was first diagnosed with depression roughly a year and a half ago. While it did stop the suicidal thoughts, the side effects were just not worth it for me. It made me tired ALL THE TIME. And not just kind of sleepy. It was more like I could get a full nights rest, wake up, and not half an hour later feel so exhausted that if I laid down on the ground I could take a nap right there. It also took away my ability to orgasm. I'm a 21 y/o (20 at the time) college girl who is a pretty sexually open person. So to say I was not down to never have another orgasm while on it would be a huge understatement. Did work, but not worth the side effects."


"I've been taking 10mg of Latuda for two days now. I take it in the morning with breakfast, so I haven't experienced nausea. However, I do have more difficulty getting up in the morning, but once I'm up, I seem to be more energetic than I have been in ages. Last night I was watching a comedy show on television and laughed so hard for so long it actually scared me. Like it was completely foreign to me to be express that level of happiness/giddiness. On the flip side, I've noticed that I've gained 4 pounds in two days, so that is totally freaking me out. I have always been a little overweight, so the idea of gaining more weight is untenable for me. I will be watching my weight over the next few days and see how it goes."


"By the end of the first day I was very lethargic and had abdominal cramps and bloating, followed by diarrhea. Throughout the night and all through the second day, I experienced flu-like symptoms, relieved slightly with aspirin, but continued with abdominal tenderness and discomfort as well as very lethargic. By the third day, the muscle aches were gone, but the abdominal tenderness continued. Appetite did go down. Hopefully, there is truth to the first dose being the most difficult in regards to side effects."


"I was switched to 10mg amlodipine after suffering side effects with a dose increase of Lisinopril.  I tried the medication for about two weeks and developed severe, painful edema in my feet and ankles.  Moreover, my blood pressure remained greater than 135/85, even though I was taking the maximum dosage."