"I quit smoking for the fourth and final time May 5th, 2010.  I used Chantix, and it saved my life.  I can't speak for some people who claim it made them crazy, but I can say that when you quit smoking you are going through withdrawal.  As such, one will experience bouts of depression, hot or cold flashes, anger, and possibly physical pain.  I experienced all of these effects, but the three days of pain far outweigh the freedom I have now.  Chantix helped me accomplish something I honestly and truly believed I was incapable of doing.  I can't speak more highly of this medication.  Anyone who is considering quitting should consider Chantix.   It doesn't hurt to try, it hurts to continue smoking.  Stop making excuses.  You CAN do it!"


"I got this shot bc of a pregnancy scare and it's only been a week but I've had non stop brown spotting.  I read about the pill and it said no extreme things.  But now I'm reading reviews and I'm totally freaked out and now I can't get out of it.   The whole point was so I could have sex with no worries but now I don't have sex bc it would be nasty.  So don't do what I did,  pay attention to negative reviews!!!!"


"This medication seemed to be working fine for me in the first couple of weeks. As time went on I noticed I started to get the red, deep and very painful breakouts on my forehead again I hadn't had these in years. My skin has not been this bad in a very long time and in just about a month it made it much worse. Would not reccomend! If you've battled with acne in your past you better expect it to come back while on this pill or get acne you have never had before. Will not be continuing."


"I was on Aviane for 2 months. I did not notice any change in my weight or appetite.  The only negative side effect I noticed was my emotional state.  Exactly a week before my period I was on an emotional roller-coaster. I could be happy, crying, angry all in a 20 minute period. I knew that I could not live like that a week and a half out of the month."


"Helped my IBS discomfort. Minimum help in reducing "bloating" but helped in reducing colon stress. Caused blurred vision, dizziness and tiredness as side effects."


"This was the most amazing medication to ever try. I was told to take champix   for 7 days before quitting,   I was smoking two packs a day every single day I needed to quit,  On day 3 I went from smoking 50 cigarettes a day to 10,  day 4 I was smoking 5 smokes a day, by day 6 I was smoking 3 smokes a day and forcing myself to smoke as my doctor told me to continue smoking all the way up until day 7. It's been three years now and I haven't craved a single smoke, not even once. The doctor recommended taking champix for  6 months after quitting but I only took them for maybe a month and a half after quitting. It worked for me, it was a miracle, I never thought quitting could be so easy."


"I have suffered from severe migraines since I was 15 and the older I got the more severe they got I have been on numerous medications over the years but 5 years ago I found a neurologist that gave me Topamax and my life has changed completely 50g in the morning and 50g at night and I don't get any anymore I had a few at the start but haven't had a headache now for a few years thank God for Topamax"


"I'd been treated for fibromyalgia for close to a decade before being prescribed Savella. I wanted to try Lyrica but my Dr said it wasn't a good option for me, not wanting to risk my liver & other side effects of swelling. Savella worked very well for muscle pain. I actually went from Cymbalta to Savella with less side effects. However, after 2 years I could no longer stand the side effect of severe sweating. "


"I was born with arthritis and have been on many of the narcotic based drugs in my 20  years of being treated.  I noticed someone saying that methadone makes them feel tired when they sit.  I know that is a normal side effect but I urge ALL men that are taking ANY narcotic pain medication to get your testosterone checked!  Narcotics lower the level of testoserone and that makes you feel very tired.  I was feeling very tired all the time and didn't really have any get-up-and-go and would have "Hot Flashes."  I got my levels checked and my testosterone was almost at female levels.  Now I get testosterone shots and feel much better.  If you are on medicines long term, get your levels checked!"


"Other than an occasional headache, no significant side effects.  Viagra works fairly well for me but just not consistently.  I almost always get hard - REALLY hard.....but the erection doesn't last if foreplay is extended.  So by the time I'm ready to penetrate, it isn't always stiff enough.  As a result, I feel pressured to rush through sex with my boyfriend.  Also, the price is absurd.  The drug companies sure know how to play the game to delay generics from getting on the market.  I understand the need to appease shareholders but there should be a better way than by gouging consumers."


"I too suffer from this horrible condition, and it is extremely frustrating that Tramidol has fallen under as a control substance. I have been taking it for some years now and it's what works for me. Now its gotten more difficult to get the doc to refill with out being stereotyped as a junkie. I put in for my refill a day or two before running out and it's a battle to get it on time.There for I suffer many restless night with my RLS before it gets refilled. It's frustrating no doubt!!! And angering for sure!!!!! I too wouldn't trade one dose for all the others in the world!! It truly is God sent....."


"At my first three injections on my right knee it didnt work right away but now two weeks after what a relief in pain from a 10 to a 2. Now I asked to do my left knee, I can't bend it when I walk. Hope it works then I wont limp when I walk excited."


"I was diagnosed with Bipolar II  three and a half years ago. I have been on so many medications with not much luck. Lithium works fairly well to manage my mania. My deep depression has not been able to be managed. I have been on Vraylar for over 3 weeks and still feel unmotivated, depressed and don’t know how to fill my whole day. I had the nausea and restlessness. I take a medicine for the restlessness that seems to be working. I am just praying that this drug needs to just build up in my body. I need relief really soon. Going through life without happiness is so very very bleak. I am using the coupon and paying $15.00. I take 1.5 mg in the morning. This is my second time trying Vraylar and staying at the lower dose. 3mg caused my legs to give out."


"I started taking this medicine about a month ago for depression.  My doctor gave me 2 weeks of free samples, 30mg, to try and I really liked it so he gave me a prescription, which was very expensive.  Another week went by and this past week I have felt mentally blaaaa, unmotivated to do anything, extremely tired and lazy-which is unlike me, and unsocial.  I realize that this could be the result of something else, but I stopped taking it yesterday just to see, especially after reading about the withdrawal symptoms.  I haven't noticed any withdrawal symptoms, and feel a bit less lazy, though it is soon to tell.  I also take 100mg of Lamictal."


"Lamictal is one of the best drugs I've ever been on. It has been amazing. Being on it has made me feel so much more level. Before taking it I never really knew how I was going to feel or how much things would affect me. I am currently on Lamictal in addition to many other medications, but adding Lamictal made me so much more sure of my emotions. I felt so much safer. It has really been wonderful."


"I have taken Adderall XR for 6 years now. I started with 20mg once a day and now I am taking 25mg twice a day. I had severe ADHD since I was very young and Adderall XR seems to have taken me out of a fog I felt for many years. After reading other postings I question If I am taking too much of this drug. I do not have any side effects, but I can definitely tell when it is wearing off. It seems I cannot wake up without it and my second dose at noon is never forgotten, or I will start to really drag. I'm worried I am dependent on this drug and it scares me. Now it seems like the dosage is not as effective as I am very tired by 8:00 pm. Overall this drug has helped me tremendously with ADHD and depression."


"On it for over two years. Sugar from 300 to normal within three months. So far I think it is a miracle drug. Feel good over all and I am able to eat normal foods."


"Had a precautionary CT scan on my chest several days after hip surgery and after experiencing some pain in my  chest. The contrast agent used was Omnipaque 350. About 8 hours later when lying down in bed I felt itching on my back which persisted into the night. On inspection I could see that a hives type rash had formed between my shoulder blades. This gradually subsided over about 10 days.

Note that the scan showed up a small infection for which I was prescribed a penicillin antibiotic. I took this about 3 hours before the rash appeared so my doctor changed the antibiotic as a precaution in case that caused the rash. I have never been allergic to penicillin  so in my mind the Omnipaque remains the culprit"


"Went on Effexor Aug 2015 through Oct 2015, improved depression, however, did not really feel any joy either. Effexor helped with diet, appetite declined, which I was happy with, as it allowed me to lose weight. Effexor/Venlafaxine did cause me to get angry, and acquire a bad temper on occasion. The primary problem I had with effexor/venlafaxine though was that it caused terrible constipation. No matter how good my diet was, it didn't matter. I ate steamed vegetables and fruit, with occasional lean meats, cut out junk food. I took psyllium every day, added Miralax, and drank plenty of fluids. I had no choice but to come off the Venlafaxine, bowel movements came back about 5-6 days later. I did have minor withdrawal with dizziness."


"Depends what you are looking for and what type you are. Some peolple only believe in hard chemicals and made good experiences, others take natural stuff that"


"I went on this pill because my other pills made my breasts to tender. The pill was great when I started in March but then in July and August I have had bleeding for more then a week. At the beginning I never had any bleeding and it took away my period fully, now I bleed heavy for more then a week."


"Beware.  Started this drug 6 days ago along with diet and exercise.  I lost 8 lbs in 5 days. My side effects were , severe cough, dizziness, headache, fatigue, and flu like symptoms.  On day 5 I didn't like how I was feeling . I decided to stop taking it. I didn't think it was worth waiting for those effects to go away, even if they did. My cough subsided quite a bit in such a short time. Today , day 6, the start of my second day without the pill, I awoke this morning , sat on the bed, and started to cough . I started to gasp for a breath, and there was no air. Several minutes later I was wondering why my eyebrow and cheek along with my body hurt.  I opened my eyes and realized I blacked out and was lying face down on the wood floor.  Run"


"Depakote put about 60 pounds on me. It did nothing for my mood accept make me a zombie. I sat around and did nothing. I had no energy, my skin itched non-stop, I developed migraine headaches and felt plain shitty all over. My muscles ached, stomach/abdomen hurt. I complained about it and my doctor upped the dose and I was on 2000 mg xr  when I could not stand it any longer. I took myself off of it and have changed doctors. I hope this one will listen to what I say."


"Was prescribed klonopin after SSRI and antipsychotic didn't help my severe anxiety condition klonopin is the answer for me. Can't believe how it helps me in life. Also helps with my insomnia to sleep. Thankful for klonopin!."


"Stops the pain."


"This drug merely gives a feel good factor and feeling of energy to do thinks that never happen.

It is highly addictive . The withdrawal symptoms are awful and the NHS do not know how to treat patients withdrawing from this. It should be used at end of life or for in patients only."


"My tooth wasn't painful when I started this, but after 4 days in I started having diarrhea. I took the last pill yesterday, had to go 3 times and 2 times today, also had stomach ache. I'm hoping it will go away."


"I have been battling excessive sweat for a long time in my life. I have noticed that many hyperhidrosis treatments have not been working like the should be and have made it very difficult for me say that I found one that actually worked. Some worked for a little while then stopped and others only have a little or no effect, which is one of the things that I noticed with Certain Dri. However, with a little research I found out that hyperhidrosis solutions were not all created equal. For example, Certain Dri has three different types of products, which one of them has 12%,20%, and 25% in each of deodorant. So, when I tried the product, I used one that was too low in the percentage of aluminum, I went with a higher dosage and it works. YAY!!!!"


"I have GAD, and after three years of taking care of  my younger brother who has severe GAD  as well as going through an episode of pyschosis, I was told by my pdoc that I have "caregiver's burnout".

I was prescribed 20 mgs of Paxil every day and 15mg of Buspirone (Buspar) twice a day. It has been nearly a month now on these meds and I do see an improvement. I'm not sure which one is helping me more but my anxiety level has gone from an 8 or 9 every day to about a 5. I hope to see continued improvement."


"I smoked for 15 years. Chantix is a God send. However I had two rounds of it before I quit.  It helps with the cravings and after a week on this medicine it makes the cigarettes taste awful, this was my mistake I kept smoking and got used to the change. Well fast forward another 6 months after I was off Chantix for a while I started again and stopped after about 2 weeks when the cigarettes started tasting funny again.  And that was 7 years ago. I literally owe this medicine my life. My life that I can now spend more time with my daughter and she will not grow up around second hand smoke.  It did give me nausea when I took it but only lasted from 20 minutes to an hour. But what is a little nausea compared to being able to stop smoking."


"Considering getting it taken out, I've been extremely moody, sad all the time, crying and getting angry over the simplest things. Me and my boyfriend have nearly broken up twice since I got this birthcontrol because I'm getting upset over small things that never would have upset me before. I've only had it for two and a half weeks! It's already changed me as a person completely, and I can't wait to see whether it'll make my period worse because that will be the last straw. Wouldn't recommend this to anyone who already is quite sensitive and emotional."


"I have been taking temazpam for 7 years I take 40 to 60mg a day I want to stop taking them but I'm scared of the side affects"


"I mainly wanted to talk about withdrawal from this medication. It does work very well for depression. I honestly felt a lot better after being depressed for 4 or 5 years before I sought treatment. Just a warning to those who are considering stopping the medication...please consult your doctor and do it gradually. I stopped taking it and at the end of a 7 day period I felt like I was having a heart attack. My chest wouldn't stop hurting and I felt nauseous and dizzy. "


"Tramadol is a good medication that can take care of a wide range of pain. This medication is a great sub to addictive meds.  A medication that only manages the pain and does not manage your mental state."


"This medicine has been a blessing to my life.  I have been taking this medicine for 8 months and now had control on my panic attacks, agraphobia and anxiety. I personally take it at night time because I like taking medicine before going to bed.  Since the age of 10 I have been suffering from RA and now I'm 29. This lead me to be depressed but I'm enjoying life once again in the midst of all my complications due to RA.  I totally recommend this medicine.  In the beginning I had side effects like diarrhea but it was only for two weeks it was actually good because I lost some weight but the I gained it back again. So people do not be afraid this really can help you!"


"I've been on this pill for almost 3 months, only 1 week away, but I've been bleeding since the second week I started this pill. I haven't had any weight gain, acne problems, but I have had a significant decrease in energy (which with how much I enjoy running, is not working out because I would rather sleep all day and lay around and that's not me at all). Also sex drive = none existent and I should have the urge at 23, but just isn't there. So, this definitely isn't the right pill for me. It did eliminate the cramping though, but the bleeding and being worn out is too much to handle."


"I'm a 20 year old male and I have what they call "mild acne". My face was covered in small bumps and little whiteheads. I've been on tretinoin .025% for 3 weeks and my face is already 90% clear. I never went through an initial breakout and so far my face hasn't become sensitive to sunlight. I even went sunbathing a few times with no trouble. This worked very very fast and cleared about 60% of my hyperpigmentation so far. I swear it even reduced some wrinkles! My complexion looks a lot healthier and I'm proud to finally say that I can look in the mirror without fear anymore! I couldn't have asked for a better product. Highly recommended for mild adult acne."


"I loved this birth control. I suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome. On this birth control I lost 60 pounds, and I probably would have continued losing the weight I gained from the syndrome if I didn't stop. Unfortunately, insurances don't like covering this, which is why I had to stop taking it, as I couldn't afford it. I hate the new pill I'm on, and might switch up again. This patch didn't make me depressed (like the pill does), I lost acne quickly, and my hair lessened in growth. The only thing I hated is after you take off the patch you have the square mark from it on you for a couple weeks. I recommend 100%!"


"I'm an insomniac and this medicine knocked me out cold in the middle of the day. I probably had the deepest REM sleep of my life.

However I'm only giving it one star because my muscles were screaming in pain as much at the time as I took it, as when I woke up four hours later."


"Condom broke and my fiancé freaked out, so I took the pill to ease his fears. Felt sick to my stomach with in a few hours of taking Plan B. The next day my breast where super sore and tender. I was feeling emotional and and 5 days after taking the pill I started a super heavy with lots of painful cramping period that lasted 13 days. Face broke out in zits at 32 years old, I hardly ever get them any more.  Went to the GYN, she contributed it all to plan b after testing to rule out other issues. Positive effects, I am not pregnant, and the effect of this pill are enough to make me never want to have sex again. Other than that, yuck I feel like shit still 30 days later."


"I started Loestrin 24 Fe about two weeks ago, and ever since I have had random spotting at least once a day. It took away my cramps and pains from my period but my period wont go away now. After I finish this pack I'll see what happens and if I should switch or not."


"This drug saved my life"


"Have my colonoscopy tomorrow at 7:00 a.m. Past week adhered to the low residue diet with some exceptions. Day before te prep ate only soup, crackers and white bread. Tried to stayed hydrated. Got up at 8:30 a.m., showered and had a bowel movement. First prep at 10:00 a.m. - didn't eat anything since 8 p.m. night before. Based on other reviews, SurPrep wasn't too bad - taste was tolerable. Hardest part what swallowing 16 oz in one shot, but didn't want to stop & start. Went to the bathroom hourly, had sensations pretty continuous, mild cramps that felt like gas and light-headed probably from not eating. Just took 2nd dose. Stomach is gurgling a lot so will see how it goes tonight. Hope it wraps up and I get some shut-eye."


"Fatigue
Joint Pain
Depression
Loss of libido"


"58 year old male caucasian, overweight, non smoker, non diabetic, low total cholesterol, low HDL, high Triglyceride. Been on Diovan HCTZ 320/25 for years.  In last year, 2nd blood pressure medicine -amlodipine was prescribed to hold 130/80 on average.  Developed severe leg swelling at 10 months. Switched to toprolol but developed fatigue, then switched to Bystolic 5 mg/day about two months ago. Immediate dramatic reduction in blood pressure to 110/60.  No problems in energy level.  Heart rate is definitely lower and gets very low (down to 45 bpm when awaking) but no other adverse symptoms.  Feel great so far.  I feel somewhat calmer.  BP has started to climb back to 125/70 in last week. Very pleased so far"


"Seroquel really helps me with insomnia when nothing else will. I've tried several other medications and natural remedies, but none came close to the effectiveness of seroquel. I try to take just half of a 25 mg tablet per night - as little as possible to put me down. The only bad thing about seroquel for me is 30-1 hour of taking it I'm starving!! I eat so much if I don't fall asleep first.  I try to keep lots of raw veggies and fruit for snacking in case I can't contain myself. So worth the sleep though."


"I have had my period for two months so far. This has caused me to be extremely anemic which has made my hair fall out and I'm so weak."


"I got this about two months ago, and have not stopped bleeding since. It's been great, as far as not gaining any weight and my skin actually clearing up, but seriously? I've been having a full on period for 6 weeks now! I went in and my doctor didn't know what was wrong because "this is the first time she has seen it" So I am a little frustrated with how this is being handled. All I want to do is not bleed! Has anyone else had this problem?"


"I actually like it. I did not always remember to take the pill. When I first put the ring in I had brown discharge for about a week which was annoying but once I got past it, it was okay. The only thing I don't like it absolutely no sex drive. I'm switching back to the pill."


"I was on venlafaxine for about 4 years. I didn't realize until, now that I'm off of it, all of the side effects I suffered while taking it.

I had chronic constipation, followed by a most recent period of explosive diarrhea.

Anytime I missed a dose or was late in taking it, the dizziness and nausea would set in. Those would disappear after taking the missed dose.I gained so much weight. I was a little overweight when I started, but the pounds kept piling on, and were literally impossible to take off despite a very good diet and exercise. I had an intense craving for alcohol, to the point of throwing up from excess drinking. After a weaning off period, I'm on Welbutrin now. Losing weight, not drinking, and feeling much better."


"Started taking bactrim about 3 weeks ago. It cleared alot of my acne in the first and second week but i started to break out in the third week. Yesterday I noticed a bump on my neck just below the ear. Turns out its a swollen lymphnode and its the size of a golf ball. That same day I got a severe headache and today my neck is extremely stiff so I'm going to the ER in the morning. Bottom line is don't take it, the side effects probably aren't worth it just get a hold of accutane."


"I started paroxetine 20 mg 2 1/2 months ago. First few days I was very nauseous. That went away fast and 2 weeks into it I felt good. I could deal with my small anxieties and stresses. I still can deal with them because I don't care, in fact I came to find I don't care about anything anymore. About 2 months into this medicine I started sleeping 12 to 14 hours not good, along with very vivid strange dreams and I don't care - about anything! My ears ring with a buzz and I was gritting my teeth until a piece of my molar broke off. I was not depressed when I started, but I think that's where I'm headed. I have recently had suicide thoughts. Last 2 weeks taking only 10 mg (split pills) to taper off, after reading all about the withdrawal."


"Have been taking for few months. Switched from adderall and it's been good. Can concentrate more at work and when driving. Overall satisfied and will keep continue taking it."


"Am I the only one who thinks these tablets are AMAZING. I have had no side affects (apart from thinking about it now after reading these, fitful sleep and bizarre dreams) yes they taste vile when being swallowed (like when you leave paracetamol in your mouth for too long!) and they are the size of a small aircraft!! I'm on day 6 and found that it's the only thing that's worked for my severe chest infection/possible whooping cough!"


"Diagnosed in 1/2016: Estrogen receptive intraductal papillary carcinoma, left breast.  Lucky to have a lumpectomy & clear margins.  No lymph nodes.  However, had a heart attack & quad bypass a week later.  So--no radiation on orders of the Cardio Dr. No Tamoxofin since heart disease is a side effect. Began Arimidex in April. I am up 30 #, the hot flashe/night sweats are horrible, tired all the time, no sex drive, vaginal dryness (taking osphena for that which helps), depressed, short of breath.  So far no joint pain but swelling in my feet if I sit too long.  Everyone says "excercise!" but it's hard to do that when I just want to sleep! Wondering if it is worth it for the small % it can offer."


"I know birth control affects everyone differently. And I happy for the people who enjoyed this birth control. But I did not. I was placed on this to manage my endometriosis. When I started taking it, the first two weeks were constant crying and shaking from my anxiety sky rocketing. It slowly adjusted but still had panic attacks and my depression got worse. All of my physical problems went away. But it made my emotional and mental issues MUCH worse. By the 3rd month I was mostly adjusted and starting to feel like myself again... until I took the pills for my period... Then it started all over again!!! I decided to stop taking them. And my body is still adjusting after almost two months. I would MUCH rather deal with the physical pain."


"I have alot of the syptoms I am reading here. I bled for 6 months straight. Awful brown discharge. Mood swings, head aches, weight gain. I am 27 and my face, chest,and back have break outs like a teenager. I was put on a second bc with estrogen and it worked for the bleeding. But if I forgot to take it the bleeding started again. The point of getting this implant was to not have to remember to take anything or risk pregnancy.  I'm now only on the implant and it seems to be working for the most part. I still spot here and there but the acne is embarrassing. Proactive doesn't work either. I'm considering having it removed and going back on my nuva ring.

I do not recommend this bc to anyone. Ever."


"Have been on Benicar 40 mg/HCT 12.5 mg for some time. It has moderately controlled my bp (range around 130/70). The side effects, while not of major significance, are bothersome. I can best summarize them by saying I just don't feel like myself.  Orthostatic hypertension is a problem, along with general "spaciness" and intermittent dizziness. I switch back and forth periodically to generic valsartan/HCT with no change in side effects. Have also tried smaller doses, cutting pills and a homemade regimen of alternating whole pills with cut pills. Nothing affects the side effects. These side effects appear to be idiosyncratic,  as many people do not experience them. Best bet is to have normal bp and not have to take any bp pills."


"The side effect was sleeplessness. First night,  I was up until 4:00 AM, next night up until 07:00AM and again last night I could not sleep. I was taking the Mucinex as prescribed every 12 hours."


"Started 6/22/16 weight 165lbs so far slight nausea but able to continue, my goal is 135"


"I've been on Aubra for 6 months and have finally decided to go off birth control. The only pro on this birth control is not getting pregnant. Cons: no sex drive, horrible acne before my period, depression, weight gain. I was really hoping this birth control to work, because I've had so many problems with other ones. But I can't take the side effects anymore."


"I started taking Contrave on 5/11.  My starting weight was 222.6.  Today, 5/31, my weight was 212.6.  10 pounds in 20 days is amazing!  I do not crave food! I have even forgotten to eat lunch.  I am able to watch what I eat, because I am just not very hungry.  I have maybe one occasional glass of wine, but I could forego it altogether.  I felt nauseous and strange the first couple of days, but that went away.  If you can get through the first few days, the side effects might subside like they did for me.  I do have trouble sleeping if I take my second pill too late. However, now I feel more alert and have more energy! I do still have some dry mouth and constipation, but it is worth it for the weight loss and the boost of energy!"


"I switched from paraguard to skyla about a year and a half ago. I wanted an IUD because I'm terrible at taking pills, the nuvaring always fell out, and my acne was so sensitive to any hormones. Paraguard gave me the heaviest and most painful periods ever (used a super tampon almost every 45 minutes). I switched to skyla and I've had the best experience. The insertion is not the easiest stroll in the park but it's all uphill from there. My acne nearly disappeared, I don't have to pay for BC pills or condoms all the time, and I practically don't have a period anymore. Two days a month I spot some and have some mild cramps and that's it. Nothing a little ibuprofen can't help. :)"


"So far I've been on this pill for about 2months now with that being said I'm also a "smoker" on the label for its warnings it specifically says do not take if you smoke. I called my doctor and she said it will be fine well now I've been bleeding longer then 2weeks now so I'm going to finish out this week and see hope it will get better:) but please do your homework on this medicine but also on any and all kinds."


"Not really any relief need something more."


"I have been taking Lyrica for about 1 year and I went from hurting all the time to just my occasional spells. I don't know what I would do without it."


"I agree it was painful and I too have experienced unpredictable spotting for the past 3 weeks. I have also experienced a lot of cramping and some mood swings. Thank goodness for a patient boyfriend! I plan to tough it out for the 3 month timeline the brochure discusses though. I'll update this later on."


"I was given Cymbalta in October to help with chronic back pain from a spinal fusion surgery due to no one catching a 33 degree scoliosis curve which was also affecting my breathing. My mother passed in September, so my PAIN SPECIALIST decided I needed something for anxiety/depression AND pain..ya think? So he told me to take it for a few weeks and tell him if I like it, and if I think it helps.

Well, no mood lifting, no pain relief. Luckily I had no side effects to speak of, so I am sorry for those of us that doctors just hand meds to without explaining anything. Yes, he just prescribed them, and said "They should help." NO warnings, then we get the effects and they look at us like we are crazy.

He tried to give me Cymbalta a second time!"


"Super happy my daughter has gone from 100 plus seizures a month to under 10. So truly happy and thankful! No major side effects it does make her extremely thirsty and she can only drink room temperature drinks. If colder it makes her cough as if she is chocking."


"Prepopik left me very sore, gassy and bloated. Would never use again."


"I love the Remeron."


"It took 5 years to be diagnosed with IC. I had 24/7 urge to urinate. My urologist did a cystoscopy and found Hunners Ulcers and immediately gave me a script for Elmiron. Elmiron worked really fast for me and I no longer had the constant urge to urinate after about 4 weeks. However, it does cause diarrhea and I have suffered this side effect every day for the last 3 years. The benefits of Elmiron far outweigh the side effects."


"I've had a chronic pain for over 9 years now due to fibromyalgia and rheumatoid after I had a neck fusion back in 2005. Every day I hav a lot of pain that I couldn't get out of bed without takin my med first. I'm on OxyContin 20 mg 2 a day every 12 hrs. and Percocet 10/325 4 a day for break through. OxyContin doesn't work for me real good it'll last about  3 to 4 hours then I have to take Percocet after for breakthrough to help my pain some more. So altogether with this 2 medication I still have a lot of pain that I'm coping with. I wish the doctor would increase the OxyContin but he doesn't want to so I have to live with all this pain everyday for almost 10 yrs. now, you know it's real bad to live with chronic pain everyday. SomeoneHelpMe."


"I was prescribed Cymbalta for anxiety, it has had a major positive impact.  I was a competitive distance runner for about 25 years and sprained both ankles and wore out my knees.  I was so achy in my joints all weekend and realized I did not take my medicine Saturday or Sunday because I put my pill case away when the cleaning lady came--HA HA.  It helps anxiety and joint pain.  I am very pleased with the results."


"I started taking TriNessa about three months ago as a primary birth control while I am on Isotretinoin (Accutane).  Overall, I have had a positive experience with it; I haven't had any nausea, headaches, abnormal mood swings, or acne flares.  The main negative thing I have to say is when my first period started while taking this I had the WORST cramps ever, and a pretty heavy flow.  However, my second period rolled around, and I did not have any cramps at all plus a normal flow!  The only other side effects I have experienced are hair loss and some breast tenderness."


"I had chronic ulcers, stomach pain, gas and one day on Florastor and all symptoms are totally gone."


"So far my experience has been temperamental. The first few days, and over whelming "full" feeling. And then as the days went on, the feelings went away. I did a small process of elimination and realized, I had a lesser 'full' feeling when I took Belviq with my other medications, and when I took it and ate later. So, now I have begun to take it an hour after I take my normal meds, and I take it with food.. its nice to feel full again :) just my little 2 cents!"


"Works good for disassociation and also anxiety and panic attacks, however has a lot of sexual side effects as in your erections are gone, but also you won't be interested in sex. This was reversed for the most part (around 70%) after being off it for a year and being on Celexa instead. Celexa allows for erections, however lowers sex drive as well. Would always rather not be interested in sex than panic and fear stricken so I have to say Paxil worked."


"Don't take this drug !! It caused me to have horrendously bad dreams. They were terrifying. My anxiety has worsened by 100 percent. I'm fearful of going to sleep. I've not slept more than three hours a night for two weeks. Another side effect I experienced was hair loss and vertigo. Thanks to my " doctor " I have regular episodes of vertigo which I had never experienced in my life. Stay away from this drug !"


"It certainly works but I have experienced blurred vision, stuffy nose and recently after starting the low daily dosage I have serious vision problems and the eye doctor put a shot in my eye. Unfortunately, I am forced to quit Cialis in order to save my vision."


"Switching from another  antidepressant to Wellbutrin XL, made my depression worst.  I became very hostile. Ugly mood changes. Changing from one antidepressant to another is the worst thing that I ever did in my life.  Some family members are not speaking to me because of my hostile actions toward them.  Every day I used was a sad day."


"I started taking lutera because when I was on my period I had horrible cramps, nausea and my skin when pale. Lutera took all that away and it was the best. I had a regular period and no pain at all. But it made my face break out like never before, i have never had acne just a pimple on my period. Now my face is red on my cheeks and I look like I have some kind of desease because it also gave me scars and some ugly spots"


"Worked well. Very few side effects."


"don't use this product it burns and continues to burn for days ....."


"PTSD. Seemed to help some. Have bit of dizzy loopy for about 15 to 30 minutes after taking then ok. Was taking other meds and got sick and barfed often. Quit taking and nausea stopped. After a couple of months feeling quite anxious so started up Buspar again and anxiety seems to be very much calmed down. I plan to space meds out throughout day and find a schedule where my tummy doesn't feel so nauseated."


"Using opiates for more than 5 years (mainly OxyContin) I used methadone to get off of it. If your mind is on nothing besides living clean and sober and you don't mind some minor discomfort you can be clean and sober in less than a week. Stick to it and attend meetings and your life will transform for the better, without a doubt."


"Before leaving for a semester abroad, I requested that my doctor give me a birth control where I wouldn't have periods every month. That turned out to be a big mistake. Once I started taking jolessa, I became much more moody and overall depressed. I started getting zits on my chest and back - something that hasn't happened to me since freshman year of high school! My acne on my face has gotten worse. I gained 10 pounds. I have always been the kind of person that could get away with eating whatever I want (fast food 5 times a week!) and not exercise and never weigh more than 134 pounds, but not anymore. No change after altering dietary & exercising habits. After 5 months taking jolessa, I'm most definitely switching after I finish this pack."


"Started taking phentermine June 8 my start weight was 215lb today July 7th my weight is 199.2 total of 16lbs in less than a month!"


"I was starting on Savella slowly easing into a maintenance dose. I could handle the nausea, but it put me into one of the worst flare-ups I've ever had. I couldn't even lift a juice glass. Horrible pain and weakness. I gave up, and went off of it, and within 24 hours was back to my "normal" fibro self. Not ideal, but much better than me on Savella. I am glad it works for some. I was unfortunately not one of them."


"I was prescribed Seroquel as a "sleeping pill" for "insomnia". I recently found out that it is an antipsychotic drug, I felt betrayed.  I did a rapid detox program and they put me on all these medicines when they released me, no wonder this pill didn't put me to sleep, I can stay up forever after I take it. The only way it helps me sleep is if I take one and a half pills, which is 150 mg, then it puts me to sleep within 30 minutes to an hour, however, my dose is only supposed to be 100 mg swallowed 2 hours before bedtime, but it takes way longer than two hours. I might never go to sleep if I only take one and swallow it rather than chewing it up!"


"I've been on this birth control for about 5 months and I have no major complaints. I was on Lo Loestrin FE for 6 months prior but unfortunately had to switch because it was too expensive. The only thing I've noticed is that I get very emotional over tiny things unlike when I was on Lo Loestrin. My period is extremely regular. (Always comes on the first day of the placebo pill week, very light and only for about 3-4 days.) Also cleared up my skin big time and no weight gain at all. (I've actually lost 7 pounds since being on BC and have had very little change in my eating patterns and physical activity.) Would've given it a 10 if it weren't for the mood swings."


"I used to swear by this stuff... until today! I woke up this morning and thought I was beginning to feel it. I immediately went to the bathroom and put some on just in case. I reapplied a few times after realising it was definately a cold sore coming on. I usually can use it and they never fully develop. Not this time... this thing has exploded in blisters all over the right side of my top lip and this is the most painful one I ever remember having. Every time I reapply takes the pain away for a short time but then it's back with a vengeance!! I'm not sure if because my lips were kind of chapped maybe it was able to take off or its a real aggressive one this time or my body is used to abreva and its lost its super power?"


"I was on 15 mg of buspirone for many months. I recently lost my job and have a lot of anxiety and depression. I am seeing a psychiatrist who said my dose was too low and upped it to 60 mg a day. I still don't feel like it is working. I am also on Zoloft. I still am having a lot of anxiety. Years ago I was on Ativan and it was a miracle drug for me. I would like to stop the buspirone and just take the Ativan as needed. I see my psychiatrist in a couple weeks and am going to suggest that. I also have the feeling of a huge lump in my throat that I know is stress related."


"After two months taking pills, has no effect at all on me, I'm waiting for miracles."


"20 yr. I got Nexplanon Jan 7th about 8 days after my period. I did have the initial arm pain around the implantation site, but I didn't spot right after the implant. I started my period about 28 days later and it was mild at most, for a day. Then, it was more like spotting for about 4ish days, and all i needed was panty liners.  I have been taking aerobics for 10 weeks and I gained weight instead (<8lbs). I have had mild mood swings that I didn't even realize until I read other reviews. I still have strong sex drive. However, I have yet to get my period this month going on 2 weeks late, so I took a pregnancy test and it was neg. Overall, I really like this contraceptive. It's the first one I've tried but so far it has worked pretty well."


"I have read so many things and do not know what to believe. I have post traumatic stress disorder and have taken sleep aides from the health food store which left me with Vertigo and not feeling well. I have not had any of the usual  side effects with Ambien and it leaves me refreshed however I do have one weird side effect and I was not sure at first if it was the Ambien. But it is. I am usually a person who is cold and likes the heat. But I have gotten heat sick several times and living in NYC where there is no air and we are constantly having heat waves it has made me sensitive to heat. I am super sensitive and usually if there is a side effect to be had I get it but really I have not had anything except the heat exhaustion. I mean  sweating, etc."


"The side effects are no joke. I used it once and three days later I look and feel like I have a terrible wind burn on my face. Does it help initially? Yes, but the rebound is 10X worse than what you started with. I don't even have severe rosacea. Just moderate facial redness. I regret using it."


"I suffered from EXTREME hyperhidrosis for eleven years since the age of thirteen. I used to wear several layers of clothing including paper towels under my arms to try to disguise the problem, but to no avail. I would sweat through several layers of clothing. Greatly to my surprise, after just two weeks of using Hypercare MY SWEATING CEASED. Because the active ingredient in it is an alcohol solution you can apply as many layers as you need without a nasty buildup of gunk that come with regular solid and gel antiperspirants. I really thought I was going to need botox or surgery, but ended up trying this product at the urging of my dermatologist. SO HAPPY."


"I have Idiopathic Hypersomnia with long sleep time. Before Nuvigil, I would sleep 16-20 hours per day, and nothing could keep me awake. This medicine has completely changed my life. I am on the highest dosage (250mg). At first, the medicine gave me a terrible headache and made me feel somewhat sick to my stomach. After about two to three weeks, the side effects almost completely subsided. I feel like a normal person now. I take the medicine early in the morning when my first alarm goes off. Sometimes, I fall back to sleep, or I can stay up and relax watching T.V or something. An hour or two later it is easy to wake. Energy throughout the day, and doesn't keep me up at night. This allows me to live "normally".  I feel little to no side effects and get sleepy before bedtime, energized all day."


"I am a different person when I'm on this, and in a good way. It helps me keep stable. The first time I was on it, I got really sick and felt terrible. I tried it again on a lower dose and built my way up and now I'm doing well on it!"


"I have been taking Trazodone now for over 8 years.  I originally started at 50 mgs. then went up to 100 and 150.  I now take 200 only because I feel I need the added boost after all these years.  It works wonderfully, I sleep restfully and feel refreshed in the morning.  I sometimes wake in the middle of the night but the medication puts me back to sleep right away.  Nightmares is something that you sometimes experience with Trazodone.  I take this medication because I once went for an entire month without sleep and I couldn't cope well.  The doctor in emergency who recommended this drug saved my life.  I slept like a baby the first time I took the medication and never looked back since.  I'll probably be on it forever."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"Love this!  The only one that did not make me sick!  Coupon cuts cost."


"This birth control is the worst kind I've ever taken in my life. I thought I had a bad experience with seasonique solely because of the weight gain but microgestin fe was 100x worst. The first month I was totally fine then after a while I started getting really emotional. I cried at the most absurd things and I'm not usually a crier. It made me so irritable and cranky with my family, my boyfriend, and even his family. Not to mention it caused me to get a yeast infection which I never had before and haven't had since I got off the pill. And the WORST part it made me go from someone with an extremely high libido to someone that cringed at sex. Getting of it was the best decision I've made"


"It is great."


"I am 30 years old and had the Mirena put into place in 2003 after the birth of my twin boys and I plan to have it replaced this month.    In the past I've been on the pill and the depo shot and I highly recommend the Mirena IUD.   Not only do you not have to think about it for 5 years, If you are in a long term relationship/marriage you need no other form of protection, and no periods for me!  BONUS!"


"I've been taking 25mg daily for the past 5 days and already lost 3.8kg or 8.3lbs. It's also been acting as a great mood stabiliser which is awesome because I have bipolar and Seroquel alone wasn't doing enough. Very happy with Topamax so far."


"Helps"


"Some upset stomach using Bactrim, other then that not a problem. One month using this has finally cleared up sinus, inner ear and nasal infections lingering for months. Highly recommend this medicine also using with Rifampin."


"I've only been on this pill for one month [I have three white pills left out of this first package] and I've only had mild side effects. I had a bit of spotting, but not much. My period this month is much lighter than it ever has been, and I'm hoping it'll be shorter, too. And every once in a while I get a headache. I've also noticed an increase in my appetite, but nothing I couldn't control if I tried. I believe my breasts may be growing, also."


"There's a lot of talk that this pill is not as effective for larger ladies, so I want to make it clear that I am approximately 280 lbs. I had unprotected sex approximately 3 or 4 days after my menstrual cycle ended, so I was considered very fertile at the time, and I am a highly fertile person in general, my partner ejaculated inside of me. I went to the store and purchased a Plan B pill and took the pill approximately 35 - 40 minutes after sex. A few days later I started having pregnancy like symptoms, lots of gas, breast tenderness, mild nausea.. I was freaked out!! I got my period 2 weeks later (a week early for me).. THIS PILL WORKS! EVEN FOR PLUS SIZE LADIES!! Take it ASAP after sex, I'm going to buy one to have on hand for the future!"


"Was on Ambien for almost 3 years because of insomnia due to overnight shift, fibromyalgia and depression that got really bad the last 5 months. Started with 5 mg 2-3 days a week and it worked really fast. I would have to be in bed in 5 minutes after I took it otherwise I would start having weird hallucinations but that was a sign for me to jump in bed and I would sleep fine. But had to go up as I build up tolerance and the last couple of months had to take 2-3 10 mg pills and would wake up 2-3 hours later and needed to take another one to get more sleep, again I would only get 2 hours. Obviously it stopped working so tonight I go the first time in about a year without it and so far I haven't been able to sleep in yet, been up for 26 hours."


"Tramadol only works for me if I take it with my gabapentin.  By itself doesn't seem to help."


"I just recently started taking the Blisovi 24 Fe and am in the first month. I have already gained five pounds. These reviews were very helpful. I just thought I was getting fat. I to work out and eat a good diet as well. I will be switching birth control thanks to these reviews."


"I'm on day 6 and I already feel the difference. Yes, I felt some of the chills, mild fever and dizziness.  I figured I continue to see how it went.  So far so good.  I was in pain for the past year and I was just diagnosed this month.  My pain is not completely gone, but I can honestly tell you that I feel about 80% better.  Which is better than I've felt in a long time.  I pray that it continues.  My side effects are almost completely gone."


"For me this worked like a miracle drug but be cautious because overuse can be hazardous if you have any fear simply take small breaks between and dont build up a tolerance if used properly I believe it can completely eradicate anxiety even if only temporarily"


"Like most of you probably are doing, I took it upon myself to look up some reviews as to how women felt/responded/liked/disliked LoLo. STOP RIGHT THERE. I read nightmarish reviews after I took my first pill and was paranoid I'd experience some of the "symptoms" and "side effects" others did. The day after my first pill I felt sleepy and my body felt weak; aside from that, NOTHING. My transition was seamless. Granted everyone's different, but after feeling no difference I began to think maybe the things said here were all in their heads? I have absolutely no complaints about LoLo. My sex drive hasn't been affected in the slightest, I'm very, VERY big on taking care of my face and skin and I haven't had any acne, pimples, etc... Go for it!!!!"


"Bad nausea, depression, anxiety, swollen face, and INSANE mood swings. I honestly feel like this birth control is ruining my life and I haven't even completed an entire month."


"OMG!! Save your 20 bucks and go see the doctor. Taken the 3 day treatment before and it worked. This time I got the 1 day and within an hour of insertion, everything is on FIRE and itchy!! I've now jumped in the shower, tried washing it out, sitting on an ice pack and it still burns. Everything is leaking out, everything is swollen....I can't stand or sit still. You would do better off putting ghost peppers on your vag compared to this."


"I've been on birth control for almost 2 years and have gone through about 8 different brands of pill. Aviane if the only one that keeps my emotions balanced. I noticed a little weight gain, and my breasts got bigger, but really other than that its been effective, affordable, and doesn't cause me stress or discomfort. My periods went from 7-9 days to 3-5 days and its great."


"I got the nexplanoninserted May 2013. The insert was a quick sting,  pain in arm only lasted a day or so.  The first year and a half,  bleeding was every couple months for a few day,  now having it for 2 years when I bleed it feels like I will never stop.  Heavy bleeding. Bleed for ever.  Will stop for  a few hours and it will start again, normally starts while sleeping at night so I wake up cranky :-( it's been 3 weeks so far I have been bleeding heavy.  Though the side effects are driving me crazy.. Very effective!!"


"I had fallen on on floor gasping for air, my two teenage daughter's trying to help. My oldest gets my inhaler, I go to urgent care for treatment. As a single dad, I realize enough is enough and begin to try to quit smoking for the last time. After trying many methods, April 2011 I start the regime of Chantix. Key points: I wanted to quit, when I started a pack was $0.50 - I was paying on average $5.50, I did not like smoking, most important - I want to continue to be around for my daughter's.
Today, I can be around smokers and not have no want. One side effect was I quit drinking coffee for about a year; I had no other side effects. I prepared-educated-mind set myself before starting. I wish you well."


"I tried this medication between Cymbalta and Trintellix.  Cymbalta did not eliminate my anxiety and caused stomach issues for me.

Viibryd's half life is short.  For whatever reason, I would have discontinuation effects late in the cycle.  Taking in half 2x/day helped, but seemed to weaken the effect of the drug.

Bottom line for me was that while it worked at 40mg part of the day, the end of the day would be very difficult, with brain zaps and lethargy.  If you have this experience like I did you simply may metabolize the drug too fast to take advantage of it properly.  It is unfortunate because other effects of the drug -- digestive, libido, etc -- were quite good."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Vomiting and diarrhrea at the same time - horrible.  The most vile tasting medicine.  Tried mixing it with lemon flavored water on ice and holding my nose.  I still was gagging and vomiting.  Doing it once is bad enough but then have to get up in the middle of the night to do it all over again?  There's got to be a better way."


"I've been on Sprintec for about 3 years and I take it around 1 pm (mid day). Side effects were minimum. Cramping I only get when I'm about to start my period but that's normal for me, face did seem to clear up but I do have outbreaks every now and then but again normal for me (tends to be closer towards my cycle), but one thing I did notice is I do tend to have a lot of vaginal discharge. So for the most part I've had no problems with this pill."


"I'm 32 and have been taking GILdess for 3 months. My period has been light, although my acne spikes a little mid-cycle. My breasts are sore about half the time (which is typical for me.) I otherwise really like this pill and don't feel any different than when I'm not taking birth control."


"Geodon has worked wonders on both my visual and auditory hallucinations. I have no side effects from it other than being a little tired from time to time. I'm taking 40mg twice a day and have been on it for about a month and a half."


"Acanya worked AMAZINGLY on me for two years. I had moderate acne around my mouth, chin, and all over my forehead. Acanya started working immediately (never even got the initial breakout) and within 2-3 months, my skin was completely clear. People were actually complimenting me on my complexion!

However, after two years, Acanya was no longer effective. My skin is not nearly as bad as it used to be as a teenager (I'm 23 now), but I still get breakouts on my forehead and chin when I'm about to start my period. Since Acanya no longer works, my dermatologist has recently prescribed me Epiduo, which is benzoyl peroxide and adapalene. Fingers crossed that Epiduo works as well as Acanya did!"


"My mom was prescribed Abilify about a week ago. Earlier today (5/14/11), my mom was in a great mood, we got into a conversation and somehow she brought up her effects of Abilify. After she told me I could see how much it has helped her. She used to be antisocial, didn't have motivation to do anything and has been suffering from resistant depression for years. She is so happy now. I have been dealing with a lot of issues. I have a moderate stutter. It has complete control of me. I am always anticipating that I'm going to stutter. "


"The real problem I had and still do is dosing. I started out on 150mg twice a day and found it too much at first. GP reduced dose to 75mg three times a day and 1 x 75mg when needed. That is my current dose and the side effects are worth it based on the fact that I've had painful neuropathy in both my feet and lower legs. The breakthrough pain was the main issue I was having trouble with and DID NOT want any more narcotics than I currently take...60mg. MS Contin x 24hours and 2 Statex when required per 24 hours. It can mess with your head a little like feeling like you are a bit spaced out. Works wonderfully and I hope I don't build a tolerance. "


"Have been on Amlodipine for about 2 years.  At first it worked wonderful.  Now experiencing  rapid heart beat, headache, tingling in upper body some weakness. also elevated pressure at times. Will have to try something else. Tried many before this one.  "


"I began having debilitating migraines when I was 15 years old. Such severe pain and nausea that lasted for many days each week. The migraines continued until I was over 40 years of age. I would have to go to the ER for shots to help with the pain and the nausea. My life was literally miserable, because I would only be pain-free a few days a month. Then, when in my 40's, after having migraines for over 25 years, I was put on Neurontin, not for migraines, but as a mood stabilizer. Miraculously, my migraines stopped completely. I am now 62 years old, and have not had a single migraine since in my 40's. I am on 2400 mg of Neurontin a day. I take two 400mg capsules three times daily. No other drug ever helped with my migraines."


"Made a day livable. I could actually function."


"I've been taking this combination for my migraines for over 20 years. Though the dose is higher yet it relieves the migraine every time. The only medication that works for me. Trying natural herbs to see how they will help."


"Very pleased with the medicine. Suffered very severe pain."


"I have had the paragard for 10 years now. Insertion was not that painful for me. I had my second child a couple of months prior and the pain from the Insertion was just mild cramping. My periods were very heavy to begin with and that did not change. I had no other side effects in those 10 years. I enjoyed the freedom of not worrying about BC. Now that it's time to have it removed I'm not sure whether I will have the paragard or Mirena. I've never done well with hormones which is why I chose the paragard but the idea of lighter periods is appealing."


"High schooler, last year failed with D's and F's now I have A's and B's across the board. I'm taking 30mg of Vyvanse every morning, and it has turned my schooling in a complete 100% success. Only negative thing I can say, I've been having very short tempers. Anything can make me go off, I had it before taking medication but now it's more common for me to get very faster. Other than that no complaints! For a school setting this medicine is amazing."


"Anxiety was eating me alive! Finally I went to my Dr to ask for help. I started with 7.5 mg twice a day and she worked me up to 15mg twice a day. I feel so much better! I'm sleeping like a log now because anxiety is not keeping me awake or waking me up. I do feel hot and a little shaky about 20 minutes after I take it but it don't last very long, maybe 30 minutes. I'm also losing some much needed weight. Probably because I'm not eating at night since I'm actually sleeping through the night for the first time in my life! This stuff changed my life for the better!"


"Seizures, hypotension, vision brightness disorder."


"I have had Botox three times for incontinence and found relief for about six months each time.  This medication works even better from the first pill.  I have now been taking this for a month and it has changed my life.  I was going to have the sacral nerve implant which was very frightening to me, but now I don't have to go through with it.  I am a little bit upset that my doctor did not mention this medicine to me until I asked if there were any new medicines on the market.  I have taken Detrol and Ditropan with no marked improvement. If you have an over active bladder this medication is fantastic."


"I was diagnosed with MS in 2013 at age 39 doctors said I've had it quite some time with the amount of old lesions on my brain. I started on Rebif and it made me feel horrible, so then I took Tecfidera which ended up giving me major joint pain to the point of not being able to function at times. So I was able finally  go on Gilenya and so far so good. The only side affect so far is extreme fatigue which we all know we already have plenty of that with MS. Gilenya allows me to function "normal " again and play with my daughter.  Hopefully it will continue to work for me and keep away any new episodes!"


"I'm currently rounding up month 3 on Accutane. My lips are very dry, along with my face. I can't even do anything like running on hard ground due to how sore my muscles are. I've read some of these reviews, and I can't wait until my skin is clear! So far, I haven't had much improvement. I'll review again after I'm done."


"It took about five days to get into my system. It was around the holidays and it really helped. My confidence seemed to have changed for the better. I've been on Lexapro for 4 months. I still have a bad day every now and again but they are not severe as they were and I tolerate them much better."


"I suffered with social anxiety for many years.  My neck would get red blotches when I had to be the center of attention.  Zoloft along with alprozolam has helped me tremendously!  I always thought I had to live with this and there wasn't a cure.  After researching the internet, I found out what I had.  My husband also takes Zoloft to control his depression, withdrawal, anger and road rage and it helps him sleep really good.  One drawback is that it made us both gain weight, but that has leveled off.  I hope my post helps someone else out there."


"Worst birth control I have ever taken. Went on it to regulate my period and stop my horrible cramps. Yes it did the job but gave me massive anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. Was on it for about a month and a half and stopped immediately. My sex drive completely disappeared and still took a while to come back after I stopped taking this pill. I was moody 24/7 and not in a good mental state. Worst stuff I have ever taken."


"I have tried several different BC from combination, mini pill, extended and now NR. I absolutely hate it. At first it was awesome...no daily pill to remember! As time went on I became very moody.  I have absolutely no sex drive. I have also gained some weight. This is my last month on NR. I will either change back to the mini pill or go on Skyla."


"By far, THE single biggest boost to my self-esteem. Ever."


"Did not have any negative side effects and will use again. Giving my body a few months off birth control."


"I have had these urinary tract infections and the only thing that works quickly is the Bactrim DS. It works in a matter of days. Side effects are different for everyone but as mild as mine have been I would choose this over any other antibiotic. Very happy! Make sure that you always take the full dose and the whole bottle as prescribed even though it feels like it's going away. best wishes!"


"I was in and out of the psych ward for psychosis (diagnosed bipolar I with mania induced psychosis) for years until I finally committed to taking my meds and was put on seroquel 200 and lithium 900 nightly. I slowly weaned down the seroquel and have been at 25 mg for the past year in addition to the lithium. I have had zero episodes and have had a cool, stable mood since then. Seroquel works great for insomnia and the regular sleep has helped keep my mania non-existent. On a low dose the weight gain is manageable with proper diet and exercise and there are little to no side effects (besides the serious munchies.)"


"Marvellous, restored my dignity, anxiety management and sleep."


"I've been on Zoloft for 25 days and it's done the opposite of help me. It has made my confidence go down and caused a lot of antisocial behavior in me."


"I have had the Mirena for 5 months. I HATE IT!! I've had my period for 2 months at a time with some light spotting in between. I'm experiencing abdominal pain all the time. I lose my appetite for 2-4 days at a time. Yet, I'm still gaining weight. I have literally no sex drive, and I'm always moody. I have had 3 kidney infections, 4 bladder infections and one cyst. Don't get me started on my acne, weird discharge and chin hairs!! I love the idea of 5yr protection, but this is NOT for me. Thankfully tomorrow my fianc"


"I have yet to finish my first month of Junel Fe and am wondering if starting birth control was the right decision for me. I have gained six pounds in less than three weeks and have experienced more breakouts than all of last year combined. I'm experiencing acne on my forehead and upper back. I feel emotional but nothing too out of the ordinary, but the weight gain and acne makes me feel insecure even though the acne is still probably considered mild and I am told you cannot notice the weight gain. I have had spotting for the last two weeks, starting off as bright red and cramps and has turned into dark brown without cramps. I have nothing to compare this birth control to and I fear that nothing will change and no other brand will be better."


"I was prescribed Trimethoprim for urinary tract infection and found that I started spotting and had no clue why this was happening . I felt alarmed and tried to find out the reason but later after I got the urine test reports , I found that I did not have any infection and was taking this antibiotics for no reason so I was asked to discontinue the antibiotic . When I stopped the medicine , the spotting stopped. I wanted to share this information as there is no mention of this side effect for this
 medicine anywhere."


"I took it for a bacteria in my urine and right now I have no more pressure when I have to pee and no more smell in the urine. I am happy again. Thanks Keflex"


"Happy with pain relief. Worked like magic for first 1-2 month. Now it has leveled off, but still very worth while.
Side effects seem to be, insomnia, tiredness, low energy, but  worth the trade off."


"I switched to Celexa from Paxil (which I had been on for 7 years for anxiety). It's been 6 weeks and although the transition was smooth to 10 mg of Celexa, there's just one major problem for me..no sex drive. I'm a 25 year old female and also am on birth control (have been for 6 years) maybe its the combination of both the Celexa and birth control! I'm hoping this one side effect will go away because otherwise its a good drug."


"I am 34 years old and have suffered migraines on and off since I was about 10 years old. This is the first medication that has helped me. It great that it is a wafer and easy to take as vomiting is perhaps what stops other medications from working? Thank you maxalt, I love you!"


"I am a 28 year old male. I was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism (Asperger's) when I was 19 and a couple years later with Treatment Resistant Unipolar Major Depressive Disorder. I've lost several jobs and did poorly in school due to severe social anxiety, and poor attendance. I always wanted to be alone and just sit in my room. I had a couple suicide attempts when I was younger.

After trying many antidepressants my psychiatrist tried me on Viibryd. I began feeling better at the beginning of the 3rd week of treatment and soon my depression was almost nonexistent. I do have several odd side effects: Diarrhea, Dilated Pupils, Brain Zaps, twitching/talking in sleep, etc. But I am still better off than before."


"Lexapro worked well for me initially and helped me through a dark time. Started on 5mg and increased does over time to 10mg, then 20mg.  However on the highest dose I felt very fuzzy-headed, and unmotivated.  Couldn't concentrate and my mind wandered off constantly.  Made it difficult at work where I have a high-pressure job.  I was weaned off the medicine and now feel much better. Thankfully it worked really well at the start, when I needed it."


"I was put on this drug, erroneously I believe as I was only suffering a major depressive episode, in 1974. From that time until I went through menopause in 1997 (23 years) I had the side effect galactorrhea. I was never pregnant or post breastfeeding during that time and took no other medication with that side effect."


"Just started it a few days ago . I am experiencing slight difficulty in getting enough air when at rest. This began 2 days ago while still hospitalized after the insertion of a stent the DES type.."


"Not only is it a wonderful pill that takes away all symptoms within 24 hours its also just ONE pill a day, those that suffer from a severe heartburn would understand what its like to take just one pill over 20 chewables or so daily. Though my heartburn subsided post pregnancy and I no longer have a daily problem, I will definitely keep this in mind for next time around."


"I was so depressed and I started this medicine without expecting that after 15 days I  am like I've taken ecstasy. I am full of energy I don't hesitate to be myself! I love being my self actually! I'm not thinking anymore about cocaine, weed and stuff like that cause that was the main reason that I needed a doctor!  THANK U PROZAC"


"I am a migraine sufferer. They tend to last for several days before I start to feel relief. Relpax for me doesn't seem to change that. Even after multiple doses I continue to be in agonizing pain. But not all medicines will work the same for everyone."


"BE CAREFUL!!  After being on Ortho Evra for 2  years my insurance switched me to Xulane and I got pregnant within the second month of being on it.  My periods were consistent while I was on Ortho, but when I switched to Xulane they became very spotty/unpredictable, not to mention the bloating and cramping I felt.I was on my 3rd month before I realized I was pregnant.  Even though my insurance covered part of the Ortho, I still had to pay $50, with Xulane it was completely free.  But now we know why, you get what you pay for."


"Got the implant put in about four months ago. So far I'm very pleased with it. I wasn't sure at first as I thought it was contributing to a bit of depression but I am pretty sure this was purely circumstantial for me (as I was going through a big life change at the same time). Insertion was quick and easy, the local anaesthetic needle stung a tiny bit but nothing major. Only spotted for 3 days and nothing since. Noticeable increase in my libido compared to combined pill! A few spots on my jawline but they aren't noticeable. Would recommend to anyone who cannot take the combined pill. I have tried everything else and am now finally satisfied with this. It doesn't agree with everyone but if you're one of the lucky ones, it's a God send!"


"I have had the shot several times in the the past but that has been over three years ago and I did have some side effects. The worst was vomiting in the morning but it lasted about an hour after I woke up. It lasted for 2 weeks everytime I got the shot. It has been 3 years and I started the shot again. I got the shot 3 days ago and I have one swollen lymph node under my neck and my stomach is messed up with craps but it cramps I have never felt. They hurt but only in the morning and I don't get sick. They are not that bad. I know one thing that sucked is my anxiety has increased which is a problem for me and kind of scary. The shot is a good idea even with the side effects, its 1000 times better than being dope sick."


"I am on my 3rd month close to the sugar pills and I have been spotting for the past week and a 1/2. I've gained 10lbs, experience pimples here and there, mood swings, and a decrease in sex drive! I'm not sure if I like the pill yet or not b/c my body hasn't had time to completely adjust. I hate the spotting and cramps but my breast did grow and the 1st few months on it was great. I think I'll try another pack to see if my body adjusts."


"I have had mild IBS for seven-eight months, and sometimes suffer mild to medium lower gut pain, kind of a gas bloating.
Someone recommended trying this out.  I take a Gas-X extra strength whenever I feel gut pain, and it helps a fair bit."


"I took this pill for 2 and a half years for my heavy periods, I recently switched because my new insurance won't cover this one. The first month I experienced little to no side effects but month two was horrible. I had severe headaches, dizziness, constant spotting etc but I waited it out. The symptoms all went away by the 3rd month. From then until I got off it, it was wonderful! It made my periods really light and only lasted around 3 days. I used to have horrible cramps and nausea but on this pill I had no nausea and the cramps were very little, I almost never had to take medicine for the pain. I did experience some weight gain though, 25lbs in 2 years but I also didn't eat too healthily so I'm also to blame. Altogether, Good experience!"


"This is my very first YI. I'm 16 and about 20 minutes after putting the bead in I'm getting lots of discharge which means it's working I think. But it also has began to burn and itch a bit so I go for the anti itch cream and put it on... it immediately is making the burning and itching way more intense. I take a shower because I couldn't stand the feeling. It is still just as bad so I thought I jumped maybe it was t the cream that made it worse. I put the cream back on and it is just a little bit more intense. I've been trying to stick it out the past 20 minutes but it hurts so bad. Would not recommend."


"Well, it works. However, I put it in water once and there was a bad taste and smell to it. Maybe I hadn't mixed it well? When I put it in water, it was my first time. I mixed it until it was clear, but oh well. It had a somewhat metallic taste, reminded me of cauliflower. I suggest taking it in like, juice or soda."


"Wonderful if you want to stop using opiates which I was. Suboxone was effective I even dealt with some of the side effects but today I am opiate free."


"I took this medication on top of my regular antidepressants to help with my mood as well as insomnia. This was the worst medication I could have possibly used. I have a history of anorexia and binge eating disorder and Seroquel caused me to gain 10 pounds in a month which sent me into a total depressive episode."


"THIS STUFF IS GREAT. Everyone's experiance with coldsores is different but with Abreva mine never turns into a scab. AS SOON AS YOU FEEL A TINGLE USE THE CREAM. The faster the better. It's expensive but works. ITS THE ONLY THING THAT WORKS "


"This works. Too Well. the hospital I was at overdosed me on opiates one night while going through multiple kidney failure. The Narcan injection they gave me to spring me back was the most painful experience I have ever had. I hope not a soul on earth has to go through that. ever. So this product did what it needed to do. Saved my life from an opiate overdose. So it was very effective. painful but effective."


"I was on this pill for 4 months and I had crazy mood swings! I was laughing one minute crying the next. I could never make it through an entire month of these pills I would start my period on the first or second day of the 3rd week of my pack, not just break through bleeding this would be a full period that would last 5-6 days! And I would have terrible cramps and huge clotting. Normally I don't have have cramps and while on this I had them every period. I finally had to have my doctor switch me to a new pill with a higher dosage."


"Took 5mg of dulcolax going to bed at 10pm. Woke at 4 with excruciating abdominal cramps, then started having heart palpitations, sweats , nausea, worse pain than childbirth .....then I fainted ! Woke up on the tiled bathroom floor with 4 children looking at me thinking I was dead....have a head injury from the bang on the tilled floor, soiled myself cos I hadn't the energy to lift myself to the toilet seat...profuse diarrhoea for 30 minutes ....bed ridden for 6 hours after the faint.....NEVER again will I take this medicine...on the bottle it says "for gentle relief of constipation " .....nothing could be further from the truth. I'm actually traumatised."


"Feb this year I had an Ovarian cyst on my right overie rupture , it was the size of my 3yr olds head.  When they operated they found I was covered with Endo... ah finally a reason for my pain for the last 2years... I have just finished my 6 month course. Endo pain fine but OMG the side affects, dealt with hourly hot flushes home and at work.. gained 10kgs (awesome) but the mood swings REOW!! my poor partner. Lucky he is amazing... No pain yet but have to wait and see whats next. Maybe Mirena."


"I had been in bed depressed for like six months. I had tried several antidepressants that did not help for some reason. My Dr.@ the time gave me samples of Fetzima. I had never heard of it. So over time it began to work and it was a miracle for me because I had literally given up on life itself. I was thinking about changing because I have severe back pain and some antidepressants say they help with physical pain but I think of how far I've come from being suicidal and not able to get out of bed or stop crying. I will stick with the Fetzima. Thanks who ever makes it you helped me a great deal. I say the good out weighs the small side effects I get like sweats & back pain. Worth a try."


"After 4 days of a ten day treatment plan, I developed vaginal bleeding. I  not prone, nor have I ever experienced bleeding between periods. Dizziness, lack of ability to concentrate."


"Was really addicted to Norco and MS Contin for a lower back issue.  L3, 4, 5, and S1 Spinal Stenosis and 5 injections later, my back no longer hurt bad enough to be on fairly heavy narcotic pain medication.  I tried to cold turkey the 60mg Norco and MS Contin diet and made it a whopping 2 1/2 days before I had to go to doctor.  He then put me on 16mgs of Suboxone, which he touted as being "MUCH EASIER" to withdraw off.  Uhhh, YEAH RIGHT! Well, 2 yrs later I'm finally finished with Suboxone.  I wish I could meet whoever the chemist was that created Clonidine.  WHAT A LIFESAVER! I will say that Clonidine took away about 85% percent of my withdrawal symptoms and made it fairly easy to come off Suboxone.  THANK THE LORD FOR CLONIDINE!"


"After reading ONLY bad reviews I was so scared to get it. But what made me more scared, was thinking I was pregnant every time my period came even one day late. I now have unprotected sex almost every day with my boyfriend and I have had a normal (little lighter actually) period. Don't let the reviews scare you. It was worth being crabby for a couple months. "


"I am very medication resistant and was really hoping this medicine would turn it around. Started at 5 mgs and had blinding headaches and stabbing pain in my stomach. Day five, I had a huge panic attack and confusion. Gave me the kind of out of it feeling that I had with Effexor. "


"This medicine works great but the side effects was just to much. Gained 83 pounds in 9 months of being on it."


"I have always struggled with SEVERE cramps, lengthy periods, and heavy bleeding. The OB/GYN gave me a sample of Minastrin FE and it worked WONDERS: No cramps, light and short periods. I went back to the OB/GYN because of an insurance change and was prescribed Junel Fe. It started out with extreme nausea EVERY night to the point where I couldn't move or I'd gag. Then there was leg pain. My period started and it was back to the bad cramping, long periods, and heavy bleeding. Very disappointing. Thankfully, I'm being put back on Minastrin. Just because it didn't work for me, doesn't mean it won't work for you. I hope everyone has a much better experience."


"I had been on the Depo shot for about 8 years, when I switched to the Nexplanon implant. That was the worst decision I ever made. I had never been so depressed or sore or had to deal with out of control periods until I got it in inserted. I couldn't deal with it anymore, so I told my doctor that Orthotricyclen Lo had worked well before (I didn't want to do the shot again for various reasons - mainly work-related) so I requested to be put back on that. I have super predictable periods again, I'm far less depressed than I used to be, and my skin has NEVER been this clear before. The ONLY thing I hate about it is the fact that my breasts hurt all the time. There are very few moments when they don't hurt. More pros than cons for me, though."


"This medication was given to me free at my first visit to my psychiatrist. He assured me that he hasn't heard of any adverse side effects. Well this stuff put my entire body into extreme shock. I did not drink alcohol, I don't do drugs, don't smoke, and took proper dosage as prescribed. I was rushed to the hospital on this stuff, first dose. It was like my entire body on the inside was constantly being shocked with electricity and outside I literally could not move or even sit up. My body was shaking and felt freezing and had the feeling of being bruised. Took about 6 to 8 hours to wear off. Did not take again."


"I got diagnosed with psoriasis about three years ago, it wasn't bad at first so I never paid too much attention to it, and it eventually went away. About a year ago it came back, and took over my entire body. I was covered in rough, itchy, red patches and there was nothing that would fix it. I tried natural oils, salts, tanning, ointments, foams, even pills, and nothing worked. These things helped and soothed my psoriasis, but nothing really made it go away. I finally turned to Stelara and I could cry from the results. I am getting my second injection this Friday, and after only the FIRST one, my skin looks 75% better. The injection immediately caused my skin to be less itchy, and appear far less irritated. I suggest Stelara to EVERYONE!!!"


"My doctor added this with the Vicodin, no relief of anything and very expensive. I'll stick to Flexeril when I need a muscle relaxer."


"I was feeling very moody, having rapid Highs and Lows. My boyfriend called this "The Dragon" . I reviewed this website and read the reviews to which best medication would be right before I spoke with a doctor. I was prescribed Celexa by my doctor and have now been on the medication for about 4 weeks now. I have noticed that my exaggerated mood swings are not as extreme. I can let more things just roll off my back rather than dwelling on the negative perspective. This medicine has been very helpful to me. Not many side effects, just nausea and sex drive suppressed. All together losing a little weight is worth the steadiness of my moods."


"I've been to dermatologist over the years and allergists also. It wasn't until I was prescribed Epiduo that my skin started to improve to the extent that I no longer wear any makeup.   I haven't been able to do that for years. It may still and dry your skin a little but a bit if moisturiser in the morning and a clear skin makes it all worth while. I am very appreciative to the doctor that prescribed it for me"


"I had Skyla inserted about 3 months ago, and I'm so glad I did. The process for me was not painful, mostly uncomfortable. Like a really long pap. I took Aleve about an hour before my appointment and I was fine. I was really scared due to listening to the horror stories but in the end I was fine. I was even able to go to work afterwards and completed my entire day. The cramping I experienced was no worse than the cramps I get for my period and I took medication throughout the day to control it. Periods were happening every two weeks but have gotten lighter and lighter. I recommend, changed my life."


"I have used this for 6 years and it really works. I used to have wet arm pits all the time, and not only is it embarassing, but it ruins my clothes. Put this on at night, generously, and I promise the next day you will remain dry, and confident! I don't even have to use it every night.......I only use it every 3 nights!"


"Worked well for depression. Didn't make me sleepy but always hungry."


"I have been taking this medication for a number of years but only when I was actually experiencing Afib. At 68 the Afib episodes became much more frequent and of longer duration. My cardiologist advised me to double my dose to 225mg twice daily and put me on a blood thinner but Propafenone is not working. Episodes are even longer and more distressing. I go back to the cardiologist tomorrow,"


"I got my Skylah inserted last night and I've had it for about 15 hours now and I have to say reading the comments about insertion really freaked me out but it definitely wasn't as bad as I had anticipated it to be. I mean don't get me wrong, it hurt, but the pain lasted probably about a minute IF that! Now as far as after goes, the cramping has been pretty gnarly since about 3 hours after the insertion took place. I'm really hoping it doesn't last too much longer but over all it seems like a small price to pay for not having to worry for 3 years!! I hope it gets better from here and works as well as it's supposed to!"


"No asthma breakthrough when I take Flovent and nasal steroid every day. Life-changing medications!"


"Ok so.. I didn't know what was going on... this medicine has totally changed... my side effects are nausea, lower back pain every Time I stand, mouth taste blah and tired.oh gas and diarrhea .. so glad tomorrow is my last day... the best advice I can give is to eat heavy..."


"It's been 9 yrs, and I am SP. Ampyra strengthens both legs.  At times I walk on my own.  When I did not have Ampyra, I needed my scooter.  Now that I have Ampyra, I am walking again with my crutch cane.  It's a start, I have no side effects, and I recommend trying Ampyra. "


"Been on Victoza 8 weeks for weight loss, had no side effects until after 4 weeks. Swollen tongue, red lump and itch at injection point. Lost 10lbs first month and nothing since. Started with 0.6 and upped to 1.2 as prescribed. Appetite has gone down a little, cravings are pretty much completely gone. Added exercise 3-4 x a week since new year. Still no more weight loss."


"This medication did help with anxiety and stress but at times I was too calm. I let the kids get away with everything and I was on the lowest dose. It made me feel disconnected from my family and withdrawal from them. I also had strange thoughts about life, not happy, didn't want to be a wife and mother anymore. had to quit taking it and now I feel more normal. Managing the stress is tough, but I am getting through it."


"I have used relistor 3 times. Overall I think it's working. But I wanted to note here that as most of us have been using alternatives, including strong stimulant laxatives, for this issue prior to trying relistor, and have become dependent on them. So although I've had success with this medication,I thought it worth mentioning that I will need to work on becoming free of laxative use for best results. For those of you that are experiencing this, I highly recommend doing some online reading about laxative dependency and using some of those techniques along with relistor. Good luck!"


"I just take yesturday i don't see any side efect so far it was so good."


"I have had Implanon in for about a month, I enjoy it because I don't have to remember to protect myself with the pill. However I have been bleeding since it was put in, not heavy bleeding just annoyed with having to wear a tampon everyday, BUT I have 3 kids and cannot afford another! I have not gained any weight but I also exercise 4 to 5 times a week! It's a great birth control so far! I definitely recommend it to woman who already have kids (life gets hectic and you tend to forget to take pills, etc.)."


"If you were thinking about purchasing this product, please don't do it. My blurry vision has gotten worse!"


"I tried Wellbutrin XL 300mg per day because I was worried about long term side effects of Adderall. It's been 2 months and so far so good. I'm not as focused but still pretty close. Only down fall is I can't fall asleep as well as I did with Adderall and I urinate like crazy. But I say the risks and side effects are less than with Adderall. I am happy this worked. After years of amphetamine type medicines I thought I was stuck. But this medicine is great. I hope it continues to work. Some background , I have had ADHD since childhood and now am in my thirties. I work full time as an NP, wife and mother of 3. As a medical provider I am greatly appreciative of this medicine, with less long term adverse side effects."


"I've got a really great relationship with my GI & I wanted to share what he told me since I've had a LIFEcHANGING experience with Viberzi!!

1 - there are drugs it interacts with that would mean you need to be careful, not take them together, or take a lower dose of Viberzi than the regular recommendation. I think they are mostly antibacterial meds, it's listed in the drug info but I think a lot of people over look that.

2- you can't drink alcohol! I haven't had a drink in 15 years because it affects my BM's, but the drug states you should not drink while taking it.

3 - COPAY card is a MUST! It makes drug $30, and when my insurance denied it because it was new, the company PAID for the drug for me & it paid off my deductible

Thank you!"


"I just started contrave on the 3rd of October, so I am on my second day. I'm amazed at how quick my cravings were shut down and what I couldn't resist before, now doesn't even get a second look. My only negative response to this medication are the headaches I'm getting on it. I'm hoping that after my body adjusts, those will fade. I'll check in later and give another update as I continue this prescription."


"I am in my second week. Two pills a day morning and night. I have had periods of nausea. I'm also not sure how much it is helping with cravings... I'm still hungry often, when not nauseous!!!
I am hoping that after I’m up to the full dose and tolerating that I will notice results.
I do not weigh myself, but rather know how I’d like to feel in clothes.... certainly have a ways to go!"


"I switched from sub's to zubsolv due to my insurance co would no longer pay for suboxone.  I pay 0 dollars  with my ins plan for zubs compared to almost 100 bucks for sub's (big favor on my part). The zubsolvs not only dissolve easier but taste better.  My dose is 5.7 -1.4mgs & I've actually tapered down from 2.5 pills per day to currently 1.5 which is great.  Zubsolv = A lifesaver for me"


"I have been taking 75mg topamax one a day for about 10 years now. I have gone as far as taking 100mg until I started not being able to get the words out that I was thinking of. That side effect has not completely gone away but is better. When I first started I did have the tingling in my hands and feet but it was no more than like having carpal tunnel, I also have the weird taste where soda tasted flat and tomatos tastes weird. I did loose a little weight. The tingeling went away, I adjusted to just not drinking soda. And tomatos started to taste fine. I also take Sumatriptan for when I still do get a headache. However the headaches are much fewer and further beteeen. I will get a cluster of them about every six mths but still better."


"Work's great just would like it to work a little longer. Great product!"


"Praulent dropped my cholesterol quickly and significantly.

Unfortunately, the last 3 injections have been followed within a couple of hours by a rapid, irregular heart rate.

Has anyone else experienced this "side effect"?"


"I've been taking phenytoin for the past 8 months now as I had a bleed on the brain that caused me to fit. I've noticed that it's stopped me from having a seizure since the day I fitted. But ever since I've been feeling weak can't remember things from day to day and can't remember what I done like 10mins ago, I'm taking 300mg every night and I feel spaced out every day and can't be bothered doing anything I'm only 22."


"The only thing that gave me relief was this medicine.  After having endoamoeba hystolitica (sp?), 3 years ago, and long after killing the amoeba, I had different symptoms related to intestines.  Chronic loose bowels and bloating.  I read about this medicine and convinced Doctor to get me a prescription for this (it wasn't as yet FDA approved for irritable bowel syndrome). Within 3 days I began to normalize, after 1 week was symptom free for 6 months.  Slowly I am beginning to have problems again.  I started my first dose again today and hope to normalize again.  Wish it didn't seem to return. "


"I've been on this for two weeks. When I first started at 10 I had some digestive trouble, nothing bad, and I had some lethargy and brain fuzziness. By day three I noticed my anxiety increasing and constant dull headaches. Day 5 I felt better. Day 7 I got nausea and slight diarrhea. Days 8, 9, 10 I was physically better but more easily agitated. Day twelve bad nausea and diarrhea for 10 hrs. No pill today, just not for me. Still have the headaches through out!"


"Been on Glivec 100mg since June 2011 for Chronic Eosinofiliac Leukemia. Side effects comprises muscle cramps, tiredness and persistent cough. Has reduced my white cell count from 13 to <0.6  I have reduced my level to 50mg or half a tablet and my blood counts have remained stable over a 10 month period. I did this to aleviat the cramps and cough. Helped the cramps but not the cough. I still get tired but not as tired as I was prior to the medication."


"I've been on this birth control for six months.
Pros- sex drive is out of control, light period, period every three months which is wonderful, short period (I'm taking 3-4 days light bleed), no cramps, no bloating
Cons- took my pills before bed and the night sweats are a bummer, breakthrough bleeding here and there until month four (took awhile to adjust)"


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


"I begin this medicine because I had trouble with regulating my cycle. Biggest mistake ever! I have been bleeding non stop going on three weeks and the cramps and abdominal pain is unreal. I couldn't even finish a whole month because of the side effects. I do not recommend this product at all."


"I just started Trulicity last Sunday, I went to a new endo doctor and told her that my A1c is not coming down, and my fasting blood sugar is up. So far the only side effect was dry mouth the next day, I did have a little diarrhea but can't say if its from the Trulicity or the metformin, because the metformin does give me GI issues. On a good note I'm down 3lbs and my fasting morning BS are way down. So far so good. I'll keep you posted."


"The side effects were severe: I became extremely exhausted and weak. The exhaustion was beyond any form of tiredness imaginable. Month 2 and 3 were the worst. I slept for 12 hours at night and 4 hours in the afternoon. I also had extreme body temperature- very hot at night. I had to sleep with a wet towel around my neck. I did not experience headaches. My treatment ended in August. All Hep C is gone. I am slowly recovering  my strength. Good luck!"


"Chronic severe pain from fibromyalgia, Crowns, degenerative disease, arthritis and more. Just went to see a new psychiatrist and he prescribed 50mg nightly for depression and anxiety. I am almost pain free. I can't believe all the docs I've had over the years never thought of this. It is definitely is worth talking to your doc about it is truly a Godsend !"


"I started November 18, 2016...First three weeks was super hard, fatigue  and lost of appetite. Dr. gave me my first pen in the office.  Took shot and straight to work to vomit. Today is December 27, 2016 and I am down 22 pounds.  Insurance company notified they will stop paying for the medication effective 01/01/2017."


"glad I found this site and these reviews.  I just started clonidine 0.1mg last night, and I had the best night of sleep in a month.  I felt hot 1 or 2 times, but not nearly as extreme as the 4-5 hot flashes I have been having.  I couldn't believe the drug could be this effective, so I wanted to search other people's experiences, and it seems the effects are true!  And it also explains why I seem to be dragging this morning; my morning workout was tough to get through and I couldn't understand why I seemed so exhausted.  Now I'm hoping I'll get over that side effect or get used to it, and that this keeps working for me."


"I broke my back 7 months ago and I was put on 5/500 and it did not relieve the pain at all. So my doctor put me on 10/325 Norco and it has been working well ever since. This is wonderful medicine for pain with little side effects. I would be unable to work if it weren't for this medicine. It truly has made me able to be a functioning part of society. Without it I am unable to do simple tasks such as clean or do laundry without the pain being unbearable."


"I'm 25, and have never had kids. Insertion wasn't bad, like a PAP x 3? Cramps after were more strange feeling than super painful-- it felt kinda stabby?

I broke out pretty bad 2 weeks after insertion, but it healed up pretty quickly and hasn't happened again.

I had very regular, light, and non-painful periods before. My cycle is now shorter (24 days). Before, cramps just enough to remind me that my uterus exists and a reg. tampon every 6 hours on the heaviest day. Now, a super plus every 4 hours and cramps that wake me up from deep sleep/feel like my insides will fall out, but they almost completely go away with ibuprophen

Totally worth it

First 3 months, random poke-cramps, freaked me out, but normal.

Ovulation is also more painful."