"Used 75mg Voltaren twice a day as a maintenance for pain. The problem with pain sleeping was created by deterioration of fitness because of side effects from chemotherapy treatment for invasive breast cancer."


"I started taking Adipex On Jan 1. 2014 until Feb 1 2014 - I lost 30 pounds even. I did only 30 minutes of Cardio a day. That was just brisk walking.
MY side effects were; cotton mouth, extreme loss of appetite, I lost my ass , I had extreme energy, couldn't sleep, I was very focus, I had a pleasant attitude but quickly irritated, fast heart beat , blurry vision every now and again. My doctor told me that with adipex it helps you curb your hunger but when you work out it burns double calories. I was 180 - and went to 149.
whe I stopped the weight never came back and it became hard for me to eat as much as I use to.
I got pregnant and had a baby Jan 29 2015 - I am 180 pounds as of 2/4/17
and I started adipex again. Same symptoms and I'm losing a lot again"


"Had psoriasis for 14 years started in palm of my hands which was really bad for 8 years then my legs, past three years spread all over 90%, no sleep, severe itcing at night, skin shred everyday from room to room embarrassed to go any where wore clothing all over even gloves  I have not even visited family I was depressed I had from puva, uv treatment, tar cream endless of cream and ointment all failed , December 4th 2015 had my first shot of stelara I  must say they have saved my life, no more bleeding, no shredding I still have a long way to go but my skin show so much improvement. thank you I feel so much better This is a miracle drug for all of us who suffer from p

Thank you

Annette"


Bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline

"I'm on day 5. This has been hard to go through but I think it's doable so far. For me it was hard to eat a full meal and then take 3 pills consecutively after. It was easier to eat a little, take 1 pill, wait 10-15 min, eat again, take another pill, then wait untill all 3 pills are gone. It was easier on my stomach and increased the amount I ate. As far as symptoms, I've experienced them all. Fruit, apple sauce, Cheerios and veggie sandwiches worked best for me. Get the apple sauce in the little pouches, you can recap them if you get full. I am 18 year old, 5'6", 120 lb female in case that means anything to anyone."


"I have been on Livalo 4 mg for over 2 years.  It has decreased my Cholesterol a lot, however the past year, I have had more lower back pain, pain in my shoulder (the ortho Dr said tendinitis) and since June have developed abdominal pain. Had MRI and Ultra sound, nothing found, after getting my script filled, I just so happened to read the side effects (never usually do) and bam, there it was, abdominal pain, shoulder pain, lower back pain. I just switched Drs, so I am going to fill her in on what I found out to see how she wants to proceed.  And it is very expensive, however my Dr gave me a discount card so I only pay $18 a month."


"I've suffered with tension headache and migraine for years and nothing has ever really helped with the pain, until now. As soon as I feel one coming one I take one tablet and the pain is gone with 20/30 minutes. The only downside to using this medicine is the side effects I have. Hot flushes and a heavy burning sensation in my legs almost like growing pains. But I much rather the side effects than the headache."


"My max dosage was 300mg 3xdaily, it eased the worst of the neuralgia(stinging and burning) and even the numb/tingling sensation. However, it interacted poorly with all other medications I took. I could not mix it with Baclofen nor ANY OTC allergy medicines that were effective for me. Outside of medication interaction I had one side effect; not being able to orgasm, which was hard enough due the lack of normal sensation I have. I did discontinue the Gabapentin but only because I needed effective allergy control more than I wanted neuro pain management."


"Extreme weakness, nausea, problems with memory, lethargic, slow reaction times, constant thirst, stay anxious, very sleepy during the day, no energy, wears off quick, soars at both corners of mouth, dizziness and confusion."


"Reminds me of Adderall but only a natural way to acquire the same or a similar effect. I am in the process of speaking with my grandmothers doctor to see if she can take it for her Alzheimer's."


"Tetracycline was a miracle for me. I've had severe acne for 7 years and tried every medicine on the market, most of them made me sick or didn't work. I'm now 99% acne free. It is weird to wake up and not see a cyst or pimple on my face every day. I just hope it stays like this forever."


"Been using the cream form ciclopirox for two weeks. My nails are less painful and I have noticed softer skin in the nail because I have keratosis between nail and nail bed. Hopefully in six months my nails will be healthy again."


"I've been taking this for a couple of months and have only lost about 4 lbs. I'm not hungry and am pretty good at watching what I eat, making healthy choices. I haven't been doing any formal type of exercise although I am busy everyday, working around the house and in the yard. I can't understand why I am not losing the amount of weight the other people are stating. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions? I take one pill in the morning and 1/2 pill in the afternoon."


"My son is 10 and I have known for a long time he had inattentive ADHD, but his school didn't want to help me get a diagnosis, and I was trying to tell myself he didn't have it. He changed schools this year, now a 5th grader, and I happened to ask his teacher how his attention and focus was. He was unfocused during the day. They did a time on task and it showed he was 40% more off task than his peers during different times in the day. His teacher and I filled out the normal forms which ask how unfocused rating 1-5 etc. and our answers were near identical. His doctor saw the info and sure enough, an ADHD diagnosis.  He was put on 20mg Vyvanse just this week, and he seems so much more focused!"


"I just tried this medication for the first time and I think it is great. "


"Time for another update, it has been 7 months, and I have had great results. Down 37lbs. slow but steady. From 251lbs. down to 214. From size 18w to almost a reg old 16, no more women plus size for me. Also wearing XL shirts now, not Plus sizes, and I was wear a 42F bra, which I need to start wearing a 38F. My Dr. was so pleased when she saw me this month after 7 months of not having seen me. She actually only wants me to loose 30 more. I was on the higher dose 11, for 2 months but didn't like the tingling and insomnia and constipation, so I had her put me back on the 7.5 strength. I do say walking is huge in loosing it in the pant sizes. Feeling great and encouraged, and looking HOT at 56 years old."


"Lortab is quite simply a Godsend. I have cerebral palsy and severe rheumatoid arthritis, and even after going on maintenance medicines for RA and CP related spasticity, I still had days when the pain was almost unbearable. I've been taking Lortab as needed for a few years now, and the difference is dramatic. I agree with those who say don't take it when you're not in pain, but honestly, provided you *do* follow your doctor's instructions and take it only when needed, I consider Lortab an absolute wonder drug. On my bad days, I wouldn't be able to remotely function without it. With it, I was able to take a trip across the country with no problems whatsoever (and ended up needing less Lortab than usual)."


"I was very skeptical about going on medication and I was really against it but after a big breakdown and not seeing the light, I took lexopro. I kept reading the reviews daily for hope as it took along time for the medication to kick in. Please give it 8 to 10 weeks! Now thoughts that would upset me just don't. It helps to lift the heavy fog and help you to live a normal life again. I still have anxiety at times but I am slowly increasing and it is helping. Thank you lexopro you really are a miracle. Dont give up guys!"


"This medication DOES work, I will give it that-however, the side effects are driving me insane.  It makes me feel so wired, I have been taking it for 3 days now and have not slept more than 8 hours total. I am so tired all I want to do is sleep. Doctor said this is the only medication that will work for what I have so I guess I have to get through it for 4 more days! "


"Movantic does nothing more than put you in complete withdrawal. Eat a high fiber diet and you want be put thru HELL !!! The pain docs will not tell you this when they prescribe it . And thats what the pharmaceutical co. don't want you to know !!!!!!!!!!. No more of my money....bahaha"


"I had been an alcoholic for over 12 years. I tried AA, counseling, therapy, quitting by myself. Thank God, my doctor decided to try me with Campral after going to the hospital several times and detox.  Since Campral, I have not had a drop of alcohol for almost a year.  May 24, 2009 will be my anniversary. I haven't had a craving, and haven't had an interest to have a drink. My question is why don't we hear about this wonderful drug. I had almost given up until I started taking Campral."


"Regular Dramamine makes me extremely groggy. Tried this for the first time today and it works like a gem! I get dizzy and nauseous between 2-4pm every day, Dramamine has been a real savior."


"I was very worried about implantation because I am terrified of needles, but it was relatively quick and painless. In the beginning I did have irregular periods, but they were light and that did not last long at all, and now I haven't gotten my period in about 6 months. And I don't have to worry about remembering anything. I am very pleased with my decision."


"Suffered for almost a week before heading to the doctor. My sinus infection had gotten so bad it lead to an ear infection. After trying to self medicate for almost a week (HUGE FAIL) I finally gave in. My lovely doctor prescribed  Augmentin. I started Augmentin Thursday and today I am almost feeling like myself again. No negative side affects for me whatsoever :) pretty satisfied "


"I have been on PhenD since Tuesday, August 30th. It was not prescribed by my primary care physician. I decided to see a weightloss clinic and stick to a specialized plan. Originally, the physician wanted to place me on Contrave but I quickly declined that option due to the severe nausea so many people experience so she decided to place me on PhenD. I am SO glad that she did. My starting weight was 278.6 and today (3 days later) I am at 271.0! 7.6 lbs gone already! I have been following a 1400 calorie OR LESS diet since Tuesday and I walked about a mile last night. I am amazed. Thankfully, only side effect I have experienced has been cotton mouth. I suggest this medication strongly."


"I took this pill yesterday around 9 pm... I felt fine. I actually had no nausea maybe a slight bit of dizziness but that's about it. I woke up this morning after sleeping for 10 hours and I still felt exhausted. Today I've been tired all day to where I could probably pass out any time but already having two kids I can say what I've felt from this pill is no match for what I felt with pregnancy and motherhood. "


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"First colonoscopy at age 54 (I know, 4 years late). Read all the reviews and was horrified and dreading the experience.  Let me say, the negative revivews are overstated!  At least for me.  Solution isn't wonderful, but I found it very tolerable.  No straws, lemons etc... just chugged the 16 oz solution and followed with 2 16 oz glasses of water. Took first dose at 4 pm,  started working within 20 minutes,. Pretty well  done in bathroom within 3 hours.  Second dose was at 2 am.  Drank the Same amounts as first dose and went back to bed.  Didn't go to bathroom until 3 hours later. Not as much elimination with Second dose, as I was probably already "cleaned  out". I've had alcoholic drinks that tasted much worse than this!!"


"I am on day 4 of using the Nuvaring and I am ready to take it out. It has caused me severe anxiety, mood swings, uncontrollable crying, severe panic attacks. It is awful! 10/10 DO NOT RECOMMEND"


"The taste from inserting the eye drops was awful for around 5 hours when I first started to use the medicine. However, when I started to follow the directions such as: shake of the bottle, the make of a pouch with my eye and insertion of drop into the pouch and ensuing application of pressure to the pouch of eye for a short period of time, the taste was seemingly absent, or only present briefly for several minutes."


"I had the Lilttea placement today about 4 hours ago. I am going to make this a basic first day review and I promise to update going forward. Placement went well, slow deep breaths, I talked to keep me focused. Insertion took under 5 minutes and was on par with vaginal exams from the past, no pinch/stabbing. Note, I have a backward tilted uterus and cervix, makes it hard to get to. I've had two babies, non medicated vaginal deliveries, so my pain tolerance is higher than most so I would expect the worst and hope fot the best. I had it done half way through my period. I will track my bleeding and see what changes. So far, mild to bad cramps that went away with a hot bath and ibprofin. So excited to hopefully not get pregnant again. So is hubs"


"I was on Loestrin 24 Fe for about 2 months. I'm active and have a very busy lifestyle but this pill just made me feel like a lunatic. I felt like I was on the verge of crying all the time, really depressed, really anxious and really tired. Serious mood swings, headaches, breast tenderness, acne- it also made me starving- like Permanent PMS. I didn't want to work out and I didn't want to socialize. I gained maybe 5lbs but that's probably from not working out and eating way more. It did make my heavy crampy periods light and short and my breasts noticeably bigger. Birth Control is different for everyone, I'm very in tune with my cycle when I'm ovulating and very sensitive to a shift in my hormones. This one was just not right for me."


"The only good thing about this medication is that I'm not pregnant. I've been taking aubra for about 3 months now and the issues I was told would go away after the first pack are still truckin'. My period is nothing more than a day or two of spotting which is pretty cool but the constant moodiness and terrible nausea are not worth it. My relationship and health is suffering from this. I'm always feeling sick to my stomach so I've only been eating healthier, simpler foods but they still make me feel awful. I've been gaining weight and breaking out and freaking out at my boyfriend and having random bouts of depression that is usually controlled by other medication I take. Also, the IBS-like symptoms I have constantly throughout the month!!"


"Out of the entire list from above, this is the one that took away the pain, with almost no high.  It's what I've been asking for almost a decade."


"This med makes me feel better but does nothing to hit the excessive amount of dopamine in my frontal lobe. This causes me so much frustration. The only thing anti-psychotics ever dealt with was my parietal lobe. Hello! It is "supposed to" clear up my entire brain not just a little bit. I can't function with just a little bit better."


"I have been taking 20mg of Parnate every day for a little over a month now after finally convincing my Psychiatrist to prescribe it. I really can't say how effective it has been in terms of alleviating the symptoms of my depression. Diet restrictions have not really bothered me at all . No real physical side effects apart from extreme sun sensitivity. This REALLY bothers me because I'm extremely fair skinned and burn so easily - frequent, and I mean FREQUENT reapplications of sunscreen and sun avoidance are a must for me. Parnate has also decreased the effectiveness of benzodiazepines such as valium and imovane. This has been really frustrating because I also suffer from anxiety and insomnia."


"I've used NuvaRing for almost 7,

 Yes 7 years now and I absolutely love it. I can take it out during intercourse If it bothers my husband, as long as I put it back in up to an hour later. Even during the first couple months it was comfortable and no side effects. (P.S. You can skip your period if you have a "special weekend" planned, so when you take your ring out after 3 weeks you just immediately put in another new one instead of waiting for your period to come. Awesome!)"


"There is good and bad about the product. I have an excessive sweating problem and cannot wear tight shirts due to pit stains. This product prevents me from sweating! I have had no sweat stains! But it creates a burning, pinching, itchy feeling when you put it on. It is very uncomfortable to fall asleep with"


"Just something quick to help anyone that's worrying. I took Ella one, 30 hours after unprotected sex. My period was due 2 weeks later making this a very fertile time. My period didn't come had cramps, morning sickness and tireness. Which made me even more worried. Did so many pregnancy test all were negative. Got my period today 7 days later. So relieved. The symptoms I thought was pregnancy must have been worry and stress. The morning sickness I think was me waking up and taking tests and getting myself into a state. Hope this helps someone."


"I started this medication for depression, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder. I felt the benefits on day 2 of starting it, and now (10 days later) I think it has been a miracle for me! I feel genuinely happy, and things that used to cause me strong anxiety are rolling off my shoulder like they're nothing. I don't feel like it has changed who I am, but simply made me a better version of myself. I would give this Rx 10 stars, but I do experience some mild side effects occasionally: nausea, headache, pupil dilation, drowsiness, loss of appetite, teeth grinding. Also, I am on 20mg but feel like it wears off in the afternoon. I am going to talk to Dr. about increasing dosage."


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"I've been taking Atripla from my diagnosis in 02/07 & it's not let me down yet. The only side effect that I seem to have is that it makes me a bit drowsy. I found that it's best taken at bedtime. From what I have seen here I'm 1 of the lucky 1's by being able to take just 1 pill a day versus a cocktail of pills."


"I have Crohn's disease! It's like a Miracle drug. One dose in the morning and one dose in the evening I dont have any problems associated with the crohn's disease!"


"My daughter was prescribed this medication because it was the medicine that showed significant improvement to help Left ventricular dysfunction."


"I was recently put on Wellbutrin by the College's psychiatrist.  I just started it yesterday and I feel great.  The things that I used to dwell are not on my mind.  I woke up early this morning for work, and I never do that.  I smiled today and I feel like having new adventures and not concentrating on things that make me upset.  I am sure there will be better days to come and I am so excited."


"Day 7 for sinus infection. No different. No side effects ... nothing. As if I never started taking anything. Still have sinus infection"


"Have been on citalopram for around 3 weeks for severe GAD. Physical symptoms of stress have lessened immensely, (all following symptoms were before citalopram- left shoulder no longer hurts, ribs and sternum no longer ache, no jaw ache, nausea and loose stools have lessened, heart rate is gradually stabilising, not as aggressive, don't feel like I'm having a heart attack, palpitations lessened, able to sleep)

I do feel calmer, I'm on 10mg daily, and will be slowly upping to 20mg. I still have no appetite ( have lost 3 st since July through anxiety) and I feel slightly nauseous every now and again. I'm struggling with dizziness.

I've not really had any side effects on this, other than occasional waves of nausea in the beginning. Keep at it!"


"Ive been on the pill for almost a year and the first three months my period was not regulated that after my period was regulated but i would spot 3 days before I had my period and I had no symtoms but after about 6 to 7 months I notice that my boobs would be tender almost all the time and that my appetite increase like I would be full after eating about 2-3 plate of food then like 30 mins to an hour later I would be hungry again and then I  gained weight maybe like 5 to 8 pounds over 6 months it works and I really dont have a problem with the symptoms cause I now got use to it and my sex drive has acually increased"


"A very dangerous medication. I was prescribed it for headaches. Many side effects were problems I was already having. I told my doctor about I, and so did my wife on many occasions. The doctor said keep taking it, the good out ways the bad. And if I don't take it. They will not try a new.medication,or see me again. So I tried it for 21 days. Hallucination, didn't no if I was awake or dreaming. Many bad things. Then out of know where. I shot myself under the chin. Some how I survived. After coming out of coma and many surgeries. I did more study on the medicine. I'm 46. In the testing of this drug. 31% of all males between 41 & 49 committed suicide on it. That's one in three males. All within the first 30 days. So I was failed by my the docs"


"When I first started taking this medication my acne did get worse. However I stuck with it for four months and then my acne COMPLETELY cleared up. I had it bad for the first month. I stopped taking it because my skin was clear. That was a huge mistake.  My acne came back in like less then a month and worse than before. I think I went off it too quickly. I am about to go back on it and stay on it until my dermatologist tells me so otherwise this time."


"HORRIBLE!! This should be taken off the market!! I've had a rash, red peeling all over even where I dont put it. White heads worse than ever... No, just no. My skin burns all the time. IT DOES NOT WORK. I have noticed girls with darker skin or tan skin seem to like this. Those like me with whiter than white skin its wretched on. This is not for all skin types that us for sure. If you want clear skin and have white skin that burns stay away from this waste of money."


"I am new to this medicine. I have been on several other muscle relaxers and they never did a thing for me. After reading what everyone else has said about this muscle relaxer I am praying it will help for me as well. I have a bulging disc in my lower back that is pinching my sciatic nerve which caused me a lot of pain in my left hip. "


"Amazing pill. I took Yasmin for 5 years with no side effects except low libido which is why I eventually switched pills. Overall light short cramp free periods. Worked great for me, no PMS at all. And best part is I never got pregnant, very good. When I wanted to get pregnant I was only off Yasmin for 1 month before conceiving my son. All in all it was a great pill."


"My 11 month old son had a fever of about 103. After a strict rotation of Motrin and Tylenol (as directed over the phone by our pediatrician) we managed to keep the fever down until the next morning when we could get to the office. He tested positive for influenza, and the doctor prescribed Tamiflu. I was a bit skeptical because of my son's age, but followed doctors orders. Twenty four hours after the first dose, my son was chasing the dog around the living room at full speed, giggling relentlessly. I made sure to always give the medicine on a full tummy, and he didn't seem to have any unpleasant side effects. I am definitely sold on this medication."


"Armour has given me energy again and without any side effects.
Synthoid never made me better. It hurt my bones and gave me a big face."


"I was given this "medication" when my PTSD related anxiety and panic was too strong for Vistaril to even touch. I've been on BuSpar for almost 8 months with no change in my Anxiety or Panic frequency. I have switched doctors and am now on 0.5mg of Xanax x 2 a day with no complaints. "


"I've been on Zarah for about 6 months now, after switching from another pill. The good things I like about Zarah are that my acne has cleared up and I don't have any super crazy side effects....however my period lasts for about 6-7 days and it's very heavy the whole time...this is the worst my period has ever been. I also get a migraine for about 3 days straight when I get my period. Definitely thinking about switching because the 6-7 day period seriously sucks!!"


"I was terrified of taking lexapro after having  horrible side effects with every single antidepressant known in the market. I am a 52 year old female and after reading all the negative reviews I quit taking it for a period of 2 weeks. I finally decided I was so miserable I would try it again and 3 monthes later I am doing great! No more fear of leaving house, negative self talk, constant anxiety and worry! I may have gained 1-2 pounds but if you take it you will be more likely to go out for walks, gym and get moving again which I have. Please dont let the negative reviews influence if the med will work for you or not. Im obsessive about weight gain and I am not gaining! Im really liking my new calm self, give it 6 weeks, big difference!"


"I am a proven success story!!!! I started taking chantix in 2013. I had GREAT success with this product. To this day, I am a NON-SMOKER and very proud of that. But I couldn't have done it without chantix. I had been smoking cigarettes for about 20 yrs and I thought I would die still smoking. At first it made me a little nauseated while taking it but after a couple of weeks the side effects went away. I never had ANY suicidal thoughts. I am just a normal everyday woman and mother. I wanted to quit smoking for myself and my children. I want to be around to see my grandkids grow up. Thank you to Chantix, my dreams will now come true. I feel as thou I owe my life and gratitude to the makers of Chantix. They have given me my life back!!"


"I took this medication SMZ/TMP for acne/scars on my face.  I had a very severe allergic reaction. My face was swollen and lips. My hands swelled up. I had terrible pains in my wrists up to my arms and pain in my stomach/abdomen.  This happened after taking it for around a week. My dad had to drive  me to the Emergency Room because I couldn't swallow and was almost choking. I was so scared. I warn anyone going on this medication to think twice. I had no idea I would have an Anaphylaxis reaction to it. Very serious. It was Hell going through this and I really thought I would die. I didn't know what was happening to me as I was choking in my sleep. My mom looked up the side effects and that's when we found out it was a terrible reaction."


"I've been taking sprintec for 3 months as prescribed after a surgical abortion as a birth control/period regulator. Before starting sprintec my period were on time but extremely heavy. I had been on lo minestrin for a few yrs prior to starting sprintec and had a ton of success with that, but my insurance stopped covering it so I had to change perscriptions. I'm on my last few days of month 3 and I have been bleeding everyday for the past two and a half months. It's beyond normal spotting - I use up a super plus tampon twice a day. On my normal periods I use four to five super plus tampons. I thought something was very wrong with me, and I'm still gonna see a Dr, but reading these reviews leads me to believe its just a really horrible medication."


"I'm 23 years old, and started birth control on Ortho Tri Cyclen. I stopped for about a year or so then when I went back to the GYN, she put me on Ocella. I haven't ever had problems with my period, but it did lighten it up for me quite a bit. I've been on it for about 2 years - and it has just recently brought me from a 5 day period to a 3 day period. I was a bit surprised, but I don't mind at all! I have never detected any differences on and off birth control - except it's easier to pin point when things will happen throughout the month. I usually get a very mild acne break out right before, as well as some cramps which don't last very long. I have occasional emotional breakdowns, but they are so rare that I don't really contribute it to Ocella"


"All I can say about this is, I'm not pregnant. I got this terrible concoction put in less than 6 months ago. The insertion was excruciating. I cramped for days. My menstrual cramps are different, worse than ever. I never had periods before, Which was great. But now I get them monthly.
I want it out due to pain, mostly."


"I had Implanon for just about two years. The first 17 months was awesome, no bleeding (at all), & no cramps. Right at 18months I started having irregular bleeding/spotting almost every week. It wasn't bad, but it got pretty annoying. I just had it removed today, and switched back to Trinessa. I gained only around eight pounds (which was a lot for me because I have always been petite). My face was constantly broke out!"


"take this medicine early in the morning same time everyday and youll feel much better"


"I've tried several SSRI-class medications over the years starting around age 15...(sertraline, Lexapro, Celexa). All of them gave me uncomfortable side effects...(anorgasmia, RLS, nightmares, inability to sleep). I was never able to take them long enough to get any anti-depressant or anxiolytic effects due to the unbearable side effects.

I finally went and got a prescription for Trazodone along with a prescription for Valium around 5 days ago. I started by taking 12.5mg for 4 days. Last night I upped my dose to 25mg. Today is the first time I've woken up and actually felt good. I can fall asleep quickly and easily and my mood has been greatly improved. I highly recommend this medicine to anyone who has not had good experiences with conventional SSRIs."


"My only concern seems to be i am moody and get irritated easily."


"I love this birth control. I am 23 years old and have tried a total of 5 other birth controls in the past, Loestrin being the best. I am very sensitive to hormone changes, the first month I was a little moody and broke out a little. After that I had no symptoms and my face cleared up. I have now been on Loestrin 24 Fe for over a year and will never change to another birth control."


"I went to the hospital with a 150 resting heart rate freaked me out! After many tests no one could find anything wrong with my heart I did have high blood pressure a higher heart rate and I have SEVERE anxiety. They started me on 25 mg twice a day in the hospital and it did start to help with my heart rate and made me less anxious and when I finally went home I checked my blood pressure as well and it too was doing well..My only thing is I have vivid nightmares that are scary as hell and I just don't understand."


"I've been taking this pill since February and I'm not a huge fan.  My mood swings have been terrible when I PMS and when I'm not PMSing, I feel blah.  My sex drive has decreased and that is my main concern because not only am I more dry, but I started crying after sex because I felt horrible.  My boyfriend isn't happy with it either.  I'm switching to Loryna because it has a lower dosage of progestin that should make me happier but I'm still nervous."


"I've been on this for a week and it's caused me to be more moody and nauseous pretty bad the first few days. On the 3 day it subsided momentarily then came back on the 4th day. It's pretty much off and on, not unbearable but makes me have less of an appetite. Get dull cramps daily and was worried about it until I read these other posts. My breasts are also sore and sex drive has decreased a little.  Also been tired before it even hits 9p.m. Makes my work day longer. "


"I've been taking letrozole(Femara) 9 months, after a right side mastectomy for stage IIA breast cancer.  I'm ER & PR positive.  No radiation or chemo.  I'm 58 & this is the only drug I take, besides vitamins.  The first 6 weeks I had trouble sleeping, occasional dizziness, some joint pain, & mild headaches.  Around 4 months in, I started losing hair.  I'd guess approximately 25% of my hair has fallen out.  Besides the hair loss, I have dry eyes, genitals, & skin.  There's some stiffness & joint pain in my hips.  These side effects are tolerable, especially, knowing that the drug is preventing a cancer recurrence.  None of these side effects are enough for me to stop taking letrozole!"


"I loved Tri-Sprintec. It cleared my acne, my periods were regular, no cramping. I even recommend my friends to try it. I'm so glad Tri-Sprintec worked for me."


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"Fentenyl Transdermal System in my opinion works well with a breakthrough medication.  Try to stay cool because it seems to raise body temperature.  Also, you may have trouble sleeping."


"I was unaware that I was suffering with OCD for a long time. Obsessive thoughts constantly plagued me but so did general anxiety. I was unable to drive on the highway at all, use public transportation or even go out to eat and be comfortable. All I could focus on was the thought of being sick, getting sick, gagging, etc. Over and over the thoughts would escalate and it wasn't until I actually started gagging that I started seeing a CBT, who helped a lot but in the end I'm the type that needs talk therapy and medication. I'm so happy and free because now the thoughts either do not come at all, or I have the ability to shut them down. Side effects were minimal (waking up in the night) and only lasted the first week or so."


"Made me tired in the beginning. Wouldn't say I'm cured, but I have so many more good days than bad."


"When I first took this medication, I thought my anxiety would be forever over, and I would never have to rely on a benzodiazepine again. Unfortunately, I started getting such bad body shock feelings that I had to stop taking it."


"Life changing!  500 mg 1x/ day, and low carb diet ( 7+/- servings a day and when I started, I was 375 lbs)  very compliant, 60 lb loss in 60 days, added daily hour of cardio (Zumba), continued and in 24 months lost 150 lbs.

ALL side effects of metformin are indicators that you're eating too many carbs.  A doctor that prescribes metformin that doesn't also prescribe a low carb diet is being absurd.  I've been amazed at how many people I've talked to over the years that have had that happen.  Diarrhea, nausea, metallic taste, all mean you're eating the wrong things!   They're not a reason to quit the meds.  They're proof you need to eat low carb.  7 years later, still down 100, and increasing dose to continue losing."


"I'm currently 36 years of age, male, 6"2 240 lbs.  I was diagnosed with anxiety/panic disorder with agoraphobia at 16 by three separate psychiatrists and went through the usual merry-go-round of SSRIs until finding something that worked, which turned out to be Lexapro in the morning and Cymbalta at night, which preserved my sexual function.  Lexapro twice a day killed it.  These days, I've been suffering with fibromyalgia for 8 years and take Klonopin 2mg twice a day, Flexeril 10mg four times daily, Celebrex 200mg twice daily, Celexa 40mg in the morning, Xanax 2mg when required and Ritalin 20mg twice daily.  Between the fibro fatigue and "fog" I felt nearly narcoleptic. Adding Dextrostat 60mg when required has solved the issues perfectly."


"DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE TAKING! Consult with your doctor but also be aware of the side effects involved. Symptoms include dizziness, fatigue, muscle weakness, slowed speech, muscle spasms, twitching / fidgeting, nightmares. Not for everyone."


"Horrible medication! It caused me to have medication induced akathesia! I experienced extreme restlessness and uncontrollable tics in my mouth. My legs would continue to jump up and down while sitting! My psychiatrist initially placed me on propranolol to stop these side effects and worked initially. Then, he had to increase the dosage because it came back. Eventually, he had to take me off propranolol and place me on cogentin (Benzotropine mesylate). Cogentin is used for Parkinson’s disease. That’s how bad it got! Never again!"


"I've been a cold sore sufferer for years. Growing up, I used to get outbreaks at least ten times a year, unfortunately, Valtrex wasn't around. About a year and a half ago, I got a terrible cold sore, while really sick, and it was my most painful and depressing one I've ever gotten. I went to the doctors and he then prescribed me Valtrex. I filled it right away. Even though my sore was full blown, ugly, and visible, he directed me to take 2g and then another 12 hours later another 2 grams. So I did exactly what he said. I woke up the next morning and what a difference. A sore I would of had for two weeks, was already completely scabbed overnight. Two weeks turned to six days, if that."


"I don't want to bash this drug because it sounds like it is really good for a lot of people. Also, it is by far the best antipsychotic I have tried in terms of side effects and effectiveness. However, like all antipsychotics I've tried so far (Seroquel, Abilify), it made me emotionally flat and unable to enjoy life. Being on it is better then being depressed, but it took away my ability to enjoy everything I used to (reading a good book, listening to music, looking beautiful scenery or paintings). I am switching over to Depakote, and I can already feel my life coming back as the Latuda goes down."


"nexium has been a Godsend for me, my acid reflux is gone. I can eat,go to bed, and not have any pain, the only side=effect I have had is a dull abdominal pain."


"I was on Singulair for about a year, when my medical aid would all of a sudden only pay for Tropaz (I believe it is a generic). Tropaz was equally effective, but after about six months of use I developed terribly dry and burning lips. I went of Tropaz for about six months, and started using it again. My lips were fine and for a couple of months I had no side-effects. The medical aid then changed from Tropaz to Minair and within 2 two months I had a disastrous allergen of hives and welts."


"I have just started taking contrave and am on week two and will start week three tomorrow. So far I have gained back all the weight I lost before starting this medicine. I still eat the same foods I was eating before starting contrave. The only change I have is that when I do eat it makes my stomach feel extremely bloated after eating for about 30 minutes to 1 hour then I feel "normal" again. There is no boost of energy. I don't know if this is how this medication is supposed to work, but I am trying. I was hoping that for the price I would see results so far but unfortunately I am back at my uncomfortable stage again since gaining the 12 pounds I had lost already..."


"Used gel for 5 days. The smell was gone the next morning. Still continued to use it for the remaining 4 days. It made everything so much better. I'm glad they have this treatment."


"This is a low level medication.  It was the first I received prior to moving upward to the Sinemet Family.  It only controlled  slight tremor of my hand."


"I was tried on this for major depression. After 2 weeks on 50mg per night, I couldn't handle it any more. I ended up going to the ER because my heart was racing. I was at 125/130 beats per min. I'd only been getting a few hours of sleep each night in those 2 weeks, and experienced the heart racing, brain short circuits, insomnia, anxiety, severe constipation, extreme thirst, and an overall feeling of disconnect from aliveness.

As a teenager, I took Doxepin and Elavil too, and they were slightly better, but not much. These TCAs should be a last resort like Thorazine and Lithium. Seroquel is much better. Good luck to my fellow sufferers!"


"I've been on this pill for 3 years and I haven't had but one complaint. My skin is so clear I only get maybe one pimple around my placebo pill days and I don't even get my period at all. Mood is fine, I never have cramps, and I've never gained weight on this pill. My only complaint is that my libido is non existent. It makes me feel less human in a way. I'm switching to an IUD because I don't want to worry about a daily pill and I'm really hoping it will give me back my libido. But overall, this pill is excellent and low dose so low chances of bad side effects."


"Its great."


"I take one a day. It helps me concentrate, and also helps me feel ambitious and less depressed. But when it wears off in the evening, I start feeling sad and easily agitated. I can take up to 2 a day, but I usually only take one, because I don't want it to cause any heart problems."


"Started on augmentin the day prior to a simple tooth extraction. It gave me a slightly upset stomach but quickly subsided with yogurt/probiotics etc. Took more augmentin after extraction, no upset stomach but noticed tiny bumps on lower half of face and neck. Started to feel hot and kind of itchy, very shaky. Shortly after I started burping and felt hungry like I hadn't eaten in days. An hour after 3rd dose was like a scene from the Exorcist. Never vomited so hard in my entire life, it was painful. Doc said to stop taking it - no duh. Stopped taking augmentin but nausea and exorcist vomiting still here. Face still hot and bumpy, skin itchy. Never allergic to reg. amoxicillin. I want this new med outta my system! NEVER AGAIN"


"Wonderful product, but extremely overpriced.  The active ingredients (azelastine hydrochloride and fluticasone propionate) can be purchased separately for about $35 dollars vs. Dymista for about $200.  My insurance company covers the azelastine for $20 and fluticasone (Flonase) is available OTC for about $15.  My insurance company knows this, as well, and stopped covering Dymista in January."


"I've had huge troubles with anxiety and couldn't find an antidepressant that worked, so I got prescribed this. I started off with 75mg in the morning and before bedtime. It worked wonders and first few weeks I felt great - for the first time I could speak in front of a group, I had strength to do daily chores and my anxiety pains disappeared. However, after some time I grew tolerant to it and my pains and anxiety started coming back slowly, so my dose got upped to 150mg twice a day. It works for my anxiety and pains but it makes me really sleepy now. Side effects were only at first weeks, some stomach troubles which disappeared.

PS! This is a temporary solution, since you get tolerant to it. Antidepressant is still needed for anxiety."


"The nasal spray is very effective and not harsh.  However, I do NOT like the new pump spray bottle at all."


"Fast acting. Works every time."


"I was on the Depo shot for a little over a year and a half. At first I had a very long period (14 days for a few months when my period was generally about 3 days previously). Then I stopped having a period altogether. Its been a month since I was due for my shot. After reading online I was worried that I would be waiting months-year to get my period back after it however, I woke up today and thankfully got it. I've never been so happy to get my period before. I guess I'm one of those lucky few that get their period back as soon as they are off of it. "


"I see a recurring theme in a lot of these entries....(person x) was prescribed Tramadol for pain, and it did wonders for depression and mood.  However, when discontinuing use, one's symptoms quickly return, often worse than before....

Tramodol is an OPIATE.  Think Opium, Heroin, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Codeine, etc.

What you're describing is the pattern of Opiate usage and it's dangers.  This is why it is a poor choice for depression treatment - it's like giving a Mercedes to a guy who's lost his job and his house is being foreclosed on....feels good for a couple days, but....."


"I was switched to nucynta 75mg three daily from norco 10  four daily and was told there would not be withdrawal effect. Either the Dr does not know or she lied. The withdrawal from norco was fast and severe. Became very agitated and the pain spread and became worse. Dangerous drug."


"Very effective in controlling OCD and associated panic disorder.  However, gained 70 lbs (not by changing eating habits, but it's as though it raised my metabolic "setpoint").  Decreased sex drive.  Despite the side effects, this medication has been a Godsend."


"I have tried most all maintance inhalers due to the fact I was using my rescue inhaler way to much throughout the day. After many failed attempts at all the others I was given a sample of breo, not expecting much of a differance, boy was I wrong. I could tell on the 2nd day it was working! I breath soooo much better and can go without my resue ventalin ..HUGE differance!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"


"I had this birth control for about a year now at first I didn't have my period for 6 months now I have bleeding almost everyday my period last up to 2 weeks I gained a lot of weight and I can't seem to lose it no matter how hard I try I love that this birth control is good and it works but there is a lot of bad in it it causes mood swings a lot of bleeding I just don't know if this is for me I had the IUD before this that was a nightmare now I just gotta see what other birth control I could try that won't be making it take a pill everyday."


"I skipped the tingle stage all together. My lips had been really dry and I was using Chapstick when all of a sudden there was a random blister on my lip. I immediately went and bought some Abreva. It never got past the blister stage. It has been 2 days and it just looks like a dry patch now. No scab. No oozing. Can't even tell it's there if you didn't know."


"This is my 2 1/2 week on epiduo. My skin is clearing up a bit. I'm still getting used to the medication so there is slight buring and irritation and dry, flaky skin when I wake up for work. The doctor said it will subside so I'm just waiting it out. A bit uncomfortable but I'm willing to see how it goes."


"I actually love this brand. I used to have regular breakouts around my period, heavy periods with bad cramping, and was really prone to ovarian cysts...blisovi completely cleared up my acne, my cramps are pretty much non exsistent, and haven't had ANY pain/ recent cysts. I do feel a little shaky and on edge sometimes, but nothing too serious. I've also maintained the same weight I started them on.
To each their own."


"Whenever I have a urinary tract infection, a yeast infection is sure to follow and this time, instead of buying the 3 day treatment of Canesten that you insert inside (which has always worked well the first day), I tried the one pill.  No side effects.  However I my vagina is still itchy, burning and rubbing it no longer provides any relief anymore.  Going back to the doctor, hoping for something stronger."


"I was on depo-shot for a little over a year and lets just say it was one of the worst experiences of my life. At the beginning it was good I thought it was the best birth control I've ever been on no periods thought it would  help me a gain a little weight. Boy was a wrong! Whenever I would have sex it felt like I was being ripped open inside. Then my hair started to fall out, my skin started yellowing & since you have to get the shot ever 3 months once the hormones are in you there's no stopping the awful side effects that come with this shot. I started to lose a ton of weight due to depression, acne was awful, & I had a period for 3 months straight. I was only 16 & now I'm infertile! Beware of depo, implant & patch. (Nuva ring n pills recommend)"


"My doctor recommend this for me when I had bronchitis. It worked wonders.  Now every time I feel that wet cough coming back, I pull this out. "


"I am diagnosed with Bipolar 2 and ADHD. I take Straterra for ADHD, which stopped the anxiousness, and I just started Latuda two days ago. It has been a dream! Since I have had such difficultly responding to several bipolar medicines that were prescribed, it is so refreshing to have found a medicine that makes me feel like myself without the moods. I am so grateful! However my only struggle with Latuda has affected my sleep slightly, I am a bit more restless when I sleep, but I have been compensating this issue with taking melatonin.. not a big issue for the amount of positives I am experiencing! Hopefully it will improve with continued use."


"Yes, it does burn when you start to take it and the spot injected might itch. I did a couple of things before taking the shot. 1. warmed it up for about 30 minutes   2. applied ice to the spot I planned to inject  3. would take a Benadryl to keep the itching down.  I've been on it several yrs now. It burns or itches...once in a blue moon. It has helped but doesn't keep the fevers and joint/muscle pain completely away, anymore. Good luck! This medicine is definitely worth a try if you have AOSD."


"I've been on Tri-Previfem going on my fourth month. I have noticed an increase in breast size, extra water weight, tenderness in breast along with nausea and headaches. It doesn't seem to be cooperating with my body, but I haven't gotten pregnant, which is good. I don't get pimples as much as I used to, and I'm more emotional. This is my first time on birth control, and I am not satisfied with it. I will be going back to my doctor for a change."


"I have been taking Seasonique since I gave birth to my second child March 2011 and I enjoy having only four periods a year. However, I do notice that once my period comes I experience severe migranes where I am knocked to the floor in pain. I also get moderate acne around my jawline when I do have my period even though I do not mind it as much since it helps out with my acne when I do not have my period."


"LOVE NuvaRing! I have had the ring for 3  years and wouldn't want any other kind of birth control now. I took the pill for a while and I always cramped really bad and my periods varied from crazy bad to light and easy. Now I have a regular period and my migraines are gone and I hardly ever cramp. I have about a 4 day period and not heavy at all! Only down fall is right before my period there is a little discharge but a little liner is all I need, and TELL your man you have it. "


"Took Bystolic 5mg for a month. At first it seemed to be okay. I liked it because it did not make me dizzy but by the third week started getting side effects. First off I was so tired and no energy, thought it was me but no it was Bystolic. Then my shoulder joints started aching and kind of running down to my wrist in both arms. Not too bad but still there, and the last straw with me was when my left arm started to tingle on the outside of my forearm.  Well started cutting them in half so now I was taking 2.5 mg for the last week and it made no difference. Every time I took the pill hours later my arm would start tingling along with the other side effects. Also another thing it made me gain ten pounds in a months time, also bloating."


"I had this inserted back in March of 2014 to help me with the struggle of my menses. Every month it was complicated and I dreaded when it was time for my period because I suffered emotionally and physically with it since I started having periods at thirteen. I was prescribed a birth control pill which affected me in a very negative way. The pill caused a blood clot in my head and I had to be on a blood thinner for a year. The struggle got more real for me at this point. So I was told to Never use birth control again that contains estrogen and it was recommended that I try the Nexplanon that's progesterone only. I must say that since I've had this in me, I haven't struggled as I had in the previous years. Down side/spot bleeding everyday since inserted."


"I was on this medication for about four weeks. Only marginally helped blood pressure. My blood pressure was 160/103 and was lowered to 145/90. Developed hives and had to discontinue."


"I am 65 and have PTSD from the loss of my son. I was prescribed Xanax and Klonipin for a few yrs but they did not deal with the panic attacks that I was experiencing. I cannot take SSRIs due to side effects, so I mentioned the Seroquel to my doctor who said it did have a mild anti depressant effect. I take .25 mg in the morning, and 3 of them at  night . No weight gain, I am very active. If anything, my appetite has fallen. I sleep 8 hrs REM sleep and don't really need as much of the xanax or klonipin now. The Seroquel has helped me function greatly and won't allow the panic to set in. So, I am happy with it."


"I completed a month of the Viibryd, keeping the dosage low hoping it would be more tolerable. Unfortunately, the side-effects were just too problematic to allow me to function (dizziness, lack of concentration, dysphoria, nausea). Viibryd doesn't seem to have been a viable option for me.

I'm now trying citalopram, have been on it about 5 days now and already wondering what this will do. I guess I'll see. It's frustrating to have tried so many and not gotten the relief I need to be a functioning member in society. That and it's unsettling that I feel like my doctor's just guessing. lol. thanks again for your responses.

http://www.drugs.com/answers/viibryd-side-effect-duration-497301.html"


"Two doses so far, no side effects, seem to be feeling pretty good."


"One of the best medicines to prevent Rosacea, but very expensive. "


"I am in love with this product. I used to get shots for my allergies, had my tonsils removed, and suffered for years with terrible snoring and feeling absolutely exhausted with dealing with the day end day out problems. I tried so many medications and nothing worked. Two nights of this and my boyfriend said he came to bed and I was actually breathing through my nose! No snoring, no toss and turn, a peaceful night in bed. Thank you so, so much! It's already changed my life."


"Brand Name works great. Does the job and not even noticeable to myself that I've taken it. It will make me sleepy once I lay down, but fully functional on this medication until then. I've taken this drug since 1992.

Unfortunately can NOT find this medicine in Brand name."


"Hi I am 18 and have no kids. So I had paragard inserted about two weeks ago insertion process was just very bad cramping that continued for that entire day but it actually wasn't too bad. But I'm already concerned with the paragard. pros: unprotected sex and no hormones since I do not do well with hormones as I had been on the pill previously. My side effects may be TMI but they are horrible vaginal odor that is non stop, moderate cramping after sex, and non stop discharge. The strings also poke my boyfriend which is sometimes a distraction... I haven't had my period with it yet but I'm honestly very worried about it. If you are considering paragard, just be aware of all possible side effects."


"My experience with Epiduo has been nothing short of phenomenal. This year marks year 7 that I have been using this product. I would love to find the makers of Epiduo and truly thank them. It makes me emotional to the point of tears. This product has truly wiped away my SEVERE acne. I rate it a 9/10 only because it is not as effective at reducing acne scars."


"Comforting to read that others have muscle cramps when using Symbicort. I particularly am now getting cramp in my calf when stretching in bed and good to know this is probably the reason. I also get bleeding soooo easily on my arms now with any minor knock. Minor side effects I think though to be able to breath again and no use of Ventolin since starting on Symbicort 200."


"I get migraines every month or two that are one sided, typically coinciding with my period, and usually after I drink.  They aren't completely preventable with the drinking thing because a) they happen occasionally when I don't drink and b) I'm not going to stop drinking.  Excederine Migraine is definitely the best medicine I've taken for them, but it doesn't come close to eliminating the pain completely.  I've had migraines since I was about 10 or 11, and each one pretty much debilitates me for 24-36 hours, therefore I'm thinking of going for a prescription.  "


"I started taking Adipex 6 days ago. The first two days I had loads of energy. 3rd and 4th day I was very moody. Yesterday and today I have had a horrible headache. The good part is that I am not hungry.  I do feel weak, which isn't good.  I want to continue taking this pill however, I hate the way it makes me feel.  I haven't weighed myself since the first day. "


"Works for me."


"I love this product. I've been taking the generic version lately and have had to take two with no symptom relief (still sneezing violently and itchy watery eyes).  I recommend Zyrtec as the first option."


"26yo, 130lbs, 5'9. Loestrin 24 Fe is the third birth control I've been on. I switched to it after being put on a generic that was horrible. I've been on Loestrin for about 2 years now and I probably won't change. It's been great for me. I never really had bad acne before but did have frequent breakouts. Since being on this, my skin has cleared remarkably and breakouts are much less frequent (usually during the 3rd week of the pack a few spots will pop up). My periods are extremely light ranging from nothing to mild and heavier spotting. I don't regularly experience cramping with my periods either. I have noticed some bloating just before/during my period but I haven't gained any weight since being on this pill."


"Have been on it for 3 months. Immediately felt a change for the better. Have lost 10 lbs. Have stopped drinking. No longer filled with rage or overwhelming despair. No side effects that I've noticed. I'd love to hear from people who have been on it longer than a few months."


"This does not help my pain. I have to take Tylenol with it."


"Prescribed 50mg/day along with Depo-Teststerone 250mg/week for muscle wasting caused by an unknown health condition. In 4 weeks my weight re-stabilized from 157lbs to 175lbs and RBC is at 46%"


"After suffering from painful burning feet for ten years ,and due to the pain getting only a few hours sleep per night (if lucky) I started taking Lyrica 75mg twice per day . The very first day my feet started to feel better, but I thought it might be wishful thinking however after taking the second capsule before bed I slept for nine hours straight and woke up to manageable foot pain. My life is back to normal"


"I took Accutane in the 80's when I was in high school, in Canada. I too had tried everything and nothing worked for my acne. All my dermatologist told me was not to get pregnant while I'm taking Accutane. I took Accutane for 4 months and the acne disappeared. I only experienced dry mouth. Since then everyone I meet always compliments me on my skin. I'm now 42 years old and my acne never came back. I have two teenage boys now and one has been suffering from cystic acne for 2 years. We started with topical antibiotic creams. Then he was prescribed three months with oral antibiotics (no change whatsoever). And now seeing how miserable he feels and the acne is becoming more painful, we're going to start him on Accutane."


"I don't think this is working for me...was or in therapy and this was bumped up to 100mg...I still feel anxious, I still worry a lot, I still have bad mood swings...Everyone and I do mean everyone annoys me...I feel bad for being mean all of the time...the only plus is I try to resolve issues by talking it out rather than cutting everyone off."


"My journey with this BC has been extremely rough, but worth it!

I have been diagnosed with PCOS, GERD, IBS - D, generalized anxiety disorder, PTSD, and manic depressive disorder. My gynecologist instructed me to give it 6 months before discontinuing. The first 2 weeks were normal. Then I had spotting for 4 weeks straight. I could deal with that. I figured I hadn't had my period in months due to PCOS so it would take time to regulate. At the 6 week mark I got the heaviest menses of my life with extreme cramping. Ended up in ER twice. Had my period for 12 weeks straight. Off for 3 weeks, back on for 4 weeks. And then it started working normally. Now I have no symptoms at all and get my period every 3 months like clockwork!"


"I finally saw a neurologist after years of headaches.  I have taken Topamax and Neurontin as preventatives.  Zomig, Imitrix, Maxalt, and with stress seem to never go a week without a headache.  I was started on 25 mg Elavil with no relief, it was increased to 50 mg at bedtime and I have been nearly headache free for 3 weeks.  I did miss one dose and had a headache the next day but not the rebound headaches that I was experiencing.

The side effect that bothered me most was the dry mouth and I did experience fatigue.  I am a RN and work 12 hour shifts, there was no way I could work with a headache and would subsequently miss work.

My fingers are crossed and I am hoping this is my cure. Yay!"


"I was using 3-5 bags of heroin a day.  I got started on 8mg Suboxone and it has kept the urges and withdrawals to nothing.  Like everyone else, I'd buy the man who invented this a beer, because this is God's gift to junkies."


"On day 5, not hungry but so tired I can barely function. Hopefully it will go away. Hate feeling tired and foggy."


"I started contrive about two weeks ago. By day#6  I was done! The side effects were too much. I was averaging about 3 hours a sleep a night, the sweats were unbearable, I was constantly starving ( a feeling i ever had before). By day#6, I couldn't even stand myself, I felt like the whole world was against me. I am always a very happy person, by day#6 I hated everyone. My friends, family and co-workers saw a huge change in me in less than a week. I decided that I would rather be fluffy and happy than crazy and slimmer!"


"This is a wonderful drug and has helped me control the binges associated with alcohol.  I was a moderate-to-heavy drinker before this medication.  Now I have been completely sober for two weeks without any side effects.

I wanted to stop drinking but had problems in the evenings.  Since I have removed the "option" to drink by taking this medication in the mornings when my willpower is strong, it has helped tremendously.  "


"My blood sugar level with Actos is higher then without taking it."


"I have been on Yaz for 8 months now. The first 2 were a little rough with breakthrough bleeding or missed period (which is so stressful) but I gave it a chance anyway. I had mild to severe acne that is very much clear now other than a few scars. I have not gained weight BUT my breast are a full cup size bigger. My only issue with Yaz is that I never used to get PMS symptoms, now I feel angry and the next second I want to cry for absolutely not reason. This only lasts a day or two so I can deal with it."


"I received the implant in May 2015, I loved it at first. My implant never hurt, I didn't have a scar or anything. However, my mood changed drastically. I went through anxiety, depression and I gained almost 30 pounds. I've always been very active so the weight gain was unexplainable."


"I have had migraines ever since I was about 19. They have gotten worse over the years and I have tried everything over the counter. I recently went home because of a sick relative. I woke up @ 2 a.m. with one if the worse migraines of my life. Vomiting all day. My step father gave me a Fiorinal. And within 15 mins it was gone. I just went to my physician. And he prescribed it for me. I pray it continues to work."


"I have been taking this medication a little over 7 months now. I take it so I don't have to get my period. I used to get  awful period pains and now I have absolutely none!  I used to struggle with acne and was worried it might make me break out, but if anything it made my skin clearer. Also my breasts went up a size and haven't gained weight anywhere else so far. When I first started I dealt with a little breakthrough bleeding but that went away after a week or two. So for me personally I have had a really good experience with it. I would recommend trying it, BUT if you feel depressed or get bad side effects like others on it, I would try something new right away. It's just about finding the right birth control for your body"


"I take amlodipine, irbesartan and bystolic for high blood pressure. Amlodipine is the most effective of the three at a maximum suggested dose of 10 mg daily. It seems like bystolic is least effective (nebivolol). My heart rate does not require lowering so the bystolic may be unnecessary. I use 300 mg of irbesartan daily, the maximum dose."


"This is my second time around on this. I took it about 3 yrs ago for a full year and totally loved it, hence why I got back on it. This time it was a much different experience. The 3 months I was on it was constant breakthrough bleeding pretty much every single day. About 8-10lbs weight gain (fairly active, in my late 20s, eat clean). Sex drive was non existent. No acne, thankfully. I also experienced some depression, never suicide but just down and blue most days. I am switching to Microgestin Fe 1/20 because OB said Lo Loestrin may have been too low of a dosage for me."


"I have suffered from cold sores since I was 3 months old. I'm now 25, I suffered bad cold sores with anything that I was emotional over. The big one is stress. My problem was I always missed the tingle, I would go to bed fine and wake up the next day with my whole bottom lip swollen, full of blisters. Over time it progressed to my cheek. Above my eyebrow, my chin and all my glands would swell. One day I woke up and couldn't open my eye. I had blisters all over my eyelid and it was completely swollen from my forehead down my cheek and the area in between. I was on every medicine. I was put on Valtrex 500mg and for the last 3 yrs and I have had very little breakouts and severity has decreased. Only side effect was dry skin but wont stop me taking it, never felt so confident."


Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

"I have been diagnosed with Dysautonomia & Postural Orthostatic Tachacardia Syndrome and many other things but this medicine was my only option I can't take beta blockers because I need to be able to use my epi-pen and I had a bad reaction to florinef so we decided to try midodrine.
 It is a lifesavor!  I can't go anywhere or do much of anything if I don't take it.  I will pass out if I'm not on this medicine, I'm very pleased!  I do have to deal with flushing and frequent headaches but it's very much worth it the cost."


"Started Lexapro 5  weeks ago for General Anxiety Disorder.
After going through the anxieties for 3  weeks, and then feeling emotionally flat for about a week plus, things just started getting better. The worrying thing about and obsessing over the medications "mental" side effects eased off.
It's easier now to take things as they come, talk and interact with others, and I feel at peace with myself for the first time in years!
Anyone considering stopping this medicine during the 1st few weeks, give it time, it actually does get better. I nearly stopped but kept with it, and now I'm actually happy again! Everyone is saying it's nice to see me smile again."


"It cleared up my swimmers ear but gave me a rash."


"I have had abnormal bleeding and digestive problems due to endometriosis for about six months now.  The digestive problems have not changed but the abnormal bleeding has stopped."


"I've fought cystic acne since I was 11yrs. old. My face,back,chest,neck and inner thighs. This medicine was no more helpful than the million other topical meds I've used. The commercials I see for acne products just kill me on T.V. They show somone with one little pimple usually crying about how devastated they are about their skin. Show someone like me and others with REAL problem acne! I'm 50 years old and still fighting it. I have taken  every oral med on the market, used every soap and cream known to man with minimal results."


"Omg help I'm crying so bad this pain is no joke. It itches so bad after inserting the cream. My lips are swollen so bad I can't sleep I inserted the cream at 9pm it's now 11:49 pm and I'm still in pain. My doc told  me to get this never again! Why me lord. I can't walk, can't sit! HELP ME"


"Our Dad has been on neupro for only two weeks now.  We have seen a great improvement however, he now seems to have developed insomnia. That can be a bit rough for us caretakers at night.  Hopefully, sooner than later he will return to a better evening  sleep pattern."


"Had a tooth pulled the other day, Vicoprofen worked great for swelling/pain.
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"I have been on contrave for 2 weeks now and I love it, I have more energy and I feel great. For me this medicine does what it says, I have lost 5.8 lbs in 2 weeks which is incredible! The only thing I have experienced is being thirsty with dry mouth the first 3 days. But I have noticed I would eat very little and be full , the most amazing thing is I don't want sweets any more! or soda which both have always been my weakness. I personally love so far!"


"I hate to be another bad contributor but... I basically, started out fine. No period for the first month. Then I was bleeding for the next two months. The worst part, gave me the most ridiculous acne of my life. I have never broken out on my jaw line & cheeks before this shot, so that was very strange & painful. I have been off of Depo & switched to Trinessa & am on my 4th pack. I STILL am trying to get my skin normal and regulate the hormone change. And I'm waiting for the dark spots from my acne from months ago to disappear. It's nice to not remember a pill, but because I had such bad side effects I didn't even try to get my second shot. "


"So glad I had the opportunity to read how others feel about Depakote.  I have used Depakote for 8 years now for the manic side of bipolar disorder.  I have not had one manic episode since on the medication.  Great right?  I also feel as though the past 8 years of my life have slipped by and are a bit of a blur.  I was an artist, graphic designer, and had a sense of humor.  Now I feel like a numb hermit who continues to stay on this medication because she doesnt want another manic episode."


"Out of the vast amounts of different medicines I've taken over the years (most of which has been medicines prescribed by my physicians for severe pain, insomnia, and other chronic issues), this OTC medication is the very best for a number of conditions. I've had migraines for most of my life, but am allergic to prescription drugs for migraines. I've found that Percogesic is ideal for many problems. I have always had a high tolerance for medicines which could sedate a large farm animal, yet it is next to impossible to sedate me. Percogesic, however, has sedative properties, unlike so-called "migraine" medicines, like Excedrin Migraine. The active ingredient in Excedrin is caffeine, which is the last thing I want when I'm trying to escape pain."


"My name is Helen Cales. I hope I can help you make a wiser decision, because I truly care about your health and how this can effect your life. I can only write so much, so I cant exactly share my whole story, but here are the Time Line of Events: Insert May 2014. First one broke in arm October 2014. Replaced Nexplanon in November 2014. About this time started having serious panic attacks. I was nervous all the time. Shortly after I was hospitalized for suicide attacks, I felt like something was taking over my body & I had no control. After pleading my case my Nexplanon was taken out January/Feb 2015 and I have been on the road to recovery ever since. I am doing much better today, have control over my body & emotions. DO NOT USE!"


"For years I took seroquel in various doses throughout the given day. I was prescribed Seroquel XR about 3 years ago for Anxiety and Bipolar l. Since then it has been very effective.  I did not gain weight at all. The only drawback is it does cause dizziness and sleepiness.  Therefore,  I sometimes opt to take it later than prescribed 7:30pm instead of 6."


"Did not work at all. "


"After taking this medicine, I woke up one morning to realize that I felt connected to the world and when I started to do my rituals, I realized that I just didn't need to.  Amazing.  The problem was that I gained 40 pounds, and the high dosage necessary (over 200) scared me.  I would recommend that a person try it and see if a lower dosage will work for them.  If so, it's a miracle."


"Gained a lot of weight from these pills they made me moody they made me crave a lot of food also"


"I've been on Minastrin for 7 months now. I was prescribed this specific OCP bc I have PCOS. This medication has helped decrease my cramps, acne, and mood swings. I would recommend this birth control to anyone. I work in an OBGYN clinic, so I get samples. Not sure how much it would cost if I had to get the prescription filled."


"Very convenient. Most of the time, I don't even know it's there. I've experienced some emotional and physical side effects, mostly during the first day after I put a new ring in, but they started to subside after about 3 months' use. My boyfriend initially didn't want me to try NuvaRing, but it doesn't bother him now."


"I have been on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 3 years now. I haven't had any side effects but my acne got pretty bad and my sex drive is totally down. I wish there was something I could do to change this. Other than those issues I have been trusting this pill."


"This medicine was God send, I didn't know how much it had helped until my Dr switched me to Pristiq. I became VERY DEPRESSSED! Dr put me on Zoloft, then Lexapro, Saphris, Abilify and Seroquel. Six months later and after nothing working I got put back on Effexor four days ago and I am already starting to feel better! I have come to terms with taking a medicine for the rest of my life if that what it takes to feel normal."


"I have just taken the first dose this evening. Very effective after 45 minutes I was on the toilet probably every 10 minutes. After two hours from initial dose the trips are minimized to about once per 30 minutes. The taste is what it is and if you care about your health you'll "suck it up buttercup." Seriously, it isn't that bad and I am sure that they did the best that they could to mask those medicines that are necessary to move your bowels. My next dose is at 6:00 A.M. tomorrow as my procedure is scheduled for 1:00 P.M. So other than being hungry, I'll pull through in the hopes that I can claim a clean bill of colon health."


"I have been suffering from chronic hives since 1 years. Every night I'm taking cetirizine which makes me to fall asleep. Now I couldn't survive even a single day without taking it. My hives are killing me if I miss a dose.  As you all know tablets are not that much good for health."


"I lost more than 100 lbs using HCG. It took me less than 4 months to do it, and once I got the hang of it, it was easy and fast!"


"So, back in the day I started with Wellburrin, Lexapro, Zoloft etc...tried it all and nothing was working. Finally my doctor switched me to Trentillex. There wasn't really any side effects when first starting. After about a month and a half, I finally felt something. The darkness went away. The despair, anxiety, and gripping hell that kept me from getting out of my own bed. It's all gone. As if it was lifted before my very own eyes. Life is great now. I'm truly happy for the first time in years. Please, give this a try, push through the side effects, and see what you feel like after 1-2 months. It's a small price to pay for a better life."


"Marvelous results for treating my Barrett's esophagus. Too expensive with my prescription plan. Hoping Nexium will help me maintain."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for several years, having my dose upped slowly to a total of 90mg taken throughout the day.  30mg in the morning and 60mg at bedtime and even with the increases I have not had ANY pain relief that I have noticed from before I started taking the Cymbalta.  I can say though that it has somewhat helped me with some depression that I had begun to have due to the fibromyalgia."


"I am 54 years old and have been using the Estrace vaginal cream for two months. It has improved my vaginal dryness considerably. "


"Hi Everyone I have been on Doryx for nearly 3 months. The pimples on my face and back have gotten worse and worse I am constantly breaking out to be honest my face is worse being on this medication then it was before i started it."


"I was diagnosed with trichomoniasis and where it came from I'm unsure of. I took the 4 white pills as soon as I got them. I didn't experience any major side effects other than feeling flushed (body temperature was rising) and dehydration. I knew the increase in body temp was an indication the medication was at work. I have not yet had a follow up with obgyn but as soon as I do (couple days from now) I will repost my personal results and will be able to better rate this drug. As for my partner who also took Tindamax,  said he felt extremely itchy all over his body and very nauseous and complained of a chemical odor whenever he would urinate. He has yet to go get a follow up with his doctor as well."


"Have been on 40mg daily for almost 2 years after experiencing a traumatic illness that almost killed me.  Citalopram has saved my life by allowing me to function with some degree of normality.  I am a 63 year old male who will probably have to take this medicine for the rest of my life.  And believe me, I will do so without complaint!"


"I was chronically depressed and had many psychiatrists diagnose me with severe depression, which I had experienced unfaillingly for 5 years. I could identify no cause for my depression, which made it even harder for me since I didn't know what was causing me to become extremely suicidal. I had 4-hour lasting sobbing spells (even when I had otherwise great events happening at that time). I felt gloomy, lonesome, uncared for, and depressed.
Now I feel content and at ease for the first time in 5 years. I no longer become sad unless I have a reason to- which for me is phenomenal. If good things happen, I feel happy and not sad. I can function better in my work, family life, and simple daily activities like driving or even grocery shopping."


"I've been on this Birth control for about 9days and have gain 5lbs. I thought I was putting on weight because of the holidays but it's def the pill. I've never suffered with acne and I've been breaking out on the side of my face which is the hormonal area. When picking up my birth control at a cvs I wasn't not aware of the change. I will be contacting my doctor and letting them know how upset I am with the changes and not making me aware. I will no longer be continuing this pill and do not advise anyone else to. After reviewing the reviews everything else everyone is stating is exactly what occurring to me. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PILL!"


"I've been on nuvaring for years and years and I love it!

The hormonal dosage in nuvaring is absolutely perfect for me and I don't get mood swings or anything of the sort like when I was on oral contraceptives.

For some reason in the middle of my nuvaring experience I tried marvelon and I was an emotional wreck, I'd cry over anything and everything and ate  so much each day..

It's nice to try different birth controls for a month or two to get the feel for what hormonal dosage you need and if you can remember to do a daily pill or not.

Good luck on your birth control journey!"


"Had sex when ovulating, took Plan N One-Step 2 hours later. 2 weeks after got period. I didn't have any side effects whatsoever from the pill. Just relax and wait, it will work!"


"I have been taking this medication for 7 days now at bed time was recommended by my doctor. I have been having severe nightmares... awake half the night and exhausted in the morning.I am waking to my heart rate beating faster than when I work out. I am not going to take it tonight and see what happens. I haven't read anything about the side effects I am having has anyone else had these side effects?"


"This worked on my sinuses, however my heart rate increases so much that I feel jittery. The insomnia is a set back. The relief is great but I'm not sure the things that go with it are worth it.

Although my heart rate being up made me lose weight."


"I've been on Seroquel for 4 years on 300mg. Everyday I woke up like a zombie had no energy. Everything has dark and gloomy, plus I had no energy whatsoever. I researched Bupropion I'm on 150mg only once a day. I'm still coming off Seroquel from 300/150/50mg. Since taking Bupropion I have so much more energy everything seems brighter. I seem more interested in simple things, more organized. I actually notice myself laughing at little things, I feel like I forgot to laugh so it was a strange feeling when I was. I'm still a bit groggy coming off the Seroquel but hopefully this will work for me."


"I have been on Depo now for over 20 years - I should be paid to be their poster child. It was the miracle medicine for me and my body. After 10 horrific years of monthly hell, I started Depo. Immediately, the periods went away, my hormones balanced and I literally regained my life. I have had no long term effects, no weight gain, no side effects at all. For the right person, this works amazingly well. For others, it does not. But it IS worth a try!"


"Before trying Bactrim, I had attempted a number of treatments. The last I had tried before it was Accutane, which I took for 5 months and which benefited me only for a short while. After my acne returned, my dermatologist suggested I try something different, and gave me a prescription for Bactrim. I was so happy as I didn't break out when I started it and it had cleared the acne from my face for an entire year.

This month however the acne returned and it couldn't have done so at a worse time - I have planned a 2 month trip to South America with a group of friends. I can no longer rely on Bactrim and will need to find an alternative (I feel like I've tried every 'solution' there is)."


"Stopped getting my period so I took this and it worked right away. It didn't bring back my monthly cycle but it brought on a cycle after the last pill."


"On the plus side, I now feel more comfortable speaking to people. My GP calls it "brain glue." Nice, she could probably use some, ha ha. My previous low thyroid is now hyper thyroid so I have more energy. Previous while awake only panic attacks now also occur in my sleep. This leaves my body exhausted and totally spent. Still somehow I like it."


"Worked great in the beginning for a month or so, but that was about it.  Even with my excellent insurance, this wasn't covered, but I was given a coupon which made it FREE. If not, it would've been in the $300 range.

That aside, I used all the samples I got and I saw some results, so I filled the prescription. Long story short, I saw no lasting effects. The good about this, there was no burning, peeling, etc. Out of all the acne creams I used, which is a lot over the course of 10-15 years, tazoratene worked best."


"Love, Love, Love. No periods. No cramps. No nothing. Don't even know its there. Just got my first one replaced this year. And still in love."


"Methadone has changed my life. I have tried every pain pill around and this is the most effective."


"I got Skyla exactly a week ago today. ( never had kids) I'm a very anxious person and was SO nervous/anxious for insertion. She gave me a shot in my cervix to numb it, this I did NOT feel. But after that HOLY CRAP worst pain in my life. It was so incredibly weird and cramps in an area I've NEVER felt before. I had two of these which lasted about 10 seconds each. After I sat up and was sweating and so nauseous ( stupid me didn't eat beforehand) and literally almost passed out. My ears went numb and I couldn't see, this was prob from all the anxiety I worked up. Anyways, had bad cramps the rest of the day to where I had to lay in bed all night. Woke up and felt like a brand new woman. Haven't had ANY issues since!! SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"


"I was prescribed chantix by my Dr.when I wanted to quit smoking.I've been smoking for yrs.To make a long story short,all was going fine for the first 2.5 weeks&then I woke up one day&had severe allergic reaction.I had welts all over my body,from head to toes.I called my Dr.&got into see her that same day&She gave me a shot in her office&a prescription for the itching.After taking one of the pills&a cool shower,I laid down to rest.After about 30 minutes of laying down,I sat up&the itching was still severe,but I couldn't catch my breath&my voice was barely there.My bf wanted to call 911,but being stubborn I agreed to driving me to hospital,where they gave me IV benadryl&the welts got better.Worst experience ever.Be VERY careful with this med."


"I have had kyleena inserted for about a month now. It is really nice not having to remember to take a pill anymore, but Insertion was extremely painful for the whole day, I have been bleeding everyday since getting it put in. About every other day I have cramps and will get a very sharp pain in my uterus for 10 seconds to a full minute multiple times a day. I will keep it in for a few more months to see if the effects and bleeding reduce at all. All of the cramping and bleeding makes my sex drive drop quite a bit, I hope it gets better."


"I'm 17 and this is my first birth control pill ever and I've only been on it for 4 weeks. I'm currently experiencing my first period on the pill. Before I was on birth control I had extremely terrible cramps as most people in my family do. However this period has been GREAT. No cramps and my flow is extremely light and easy. The only downside is that when I gain weight it sticks and stays which is abnormal because my weigh used to fluctuate and my attitude is a little bit more raw and sensitive. With that being said this pill was a great fit for me , I'd recommend it!"


"Works okay after a couple of days with no side efects, but everybody is different."


"Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy ETS surgery at T2 to treat severe palmar and facial sweating has been very effective, with about a 90% reduction of hand sweat, and 100% reduction in facial sweating. However, there is a caveat, sweating in other parts of my body increased following the procedure. Also, compensatory sweating on my face and chest (below the nipples) becomes extreme when eating spicy or tart foods. The Catapres substantially decreases this compensatory sweating."


"November 2007, I woke up one day and said to my husband, I am calling the doctor because I want to quit smoking.  I was up to 3 packs a day.  He told me to do what I have to.  Called the doc tor and said "Help me quit smoking".  He told me to be in his office that afternoon.  He gave me a perscription for Chantix.  My husband took the script to the pharmacy to get it filled.  The pharmacist the script and she looked at it and said to him "Do you realize that this will cost you $180.00 for each month?  My husband said, "If this helps her to stop smoking, I will pay whatever I have to."  With Chantix it took me 2 1/2 months to quit.  I had no side effects whatsoever.  I am now 9 years free of smoking.  Thank you Chantix."


"Prostate UTI asked not to be given Cipro as it can cause permanent tendon damage if you are doing repetitive movements. See CBC news article. They gave bactrim. It's a poor substitute. Dizzy, tired, dry eyes, damn slow working. On day 4 of 7 not much better. Cipro is the one of choice for prostate in my experience to work well but it has it's side effects too."


"I got switched to it because with the birth control I was taking my periods were irregular. Both of the months that I was on this I had two full periods, one in week 3 and one in week 4. I had mood swings and I was emotional the whole time I was on it. And the worst part is that I've weighed the same thing for the past 10 years, and after being on this for 2 months I gained 10 pounds and after 2 and a half months of not being on any birth control I still have it. Two months was way too long for me."


"I got the IUD Mirena is almost two months. I experience cramps for a week, I been spotting almost every day it seems it doesn't want to stop some days is heavy and other days is lighter.
 My sex drive has stop. My orgasm is not happening like before. My husband feels the strings during intercourse. I don't recommend it. I want  it out but  I guess it is how contraceptive works your protected from getting pregnant but it doesn't help your sex life."


"It works great if it works for you but if you have the problem where medication suddenly stops for no apparent reason then you could be in for a nightmare, like I was in for a whole year still going through it but not as bad. It more so numbs you that you don't worry about your physical aspects of anxiety and works great for mood but if it "poops out" on you then be prepared to fight the withdrawals."


"I have generalized anxiety with agoraphobia. I hadn't had an anxiety attack in awhile and hadn't taken medicines for awhile until a few weeks ago when I attempted going to the mall and had a major panic attack. I went to the doctor and she put me on Vistaril. I used to take Xanax but was left feeling loopy and very tired unable to function. Vistaril works very well for me without that drugged feeling and I don't have to worry about becoming addicted. I love it and would recommend trying it before other medication."


"I've been on my fair share of generic prescriptions for birth control. And I also prefer to take the pill form ONLY. Lutera was the forth one I have been on, but only the second generic brand. And I for one am NOT a fan. Had spotting for an entire month and a half when I first swapped to this pill, and I also didn't have a period after the first two packs (due to the spotting). I have gotten 5 migraines in the second month (migraines are rare for me) and everyday I would have a mild headache, it was annoying, also I've felt dizzy right with my headache. It was hard to stay focused at work. On my third pack I wasn't spotting at all, but that's also when I received my 1st period. The cramps were excruciatingly intense I'm 29 so this says a lot"


"I have been on nexplanon for about two months now. And I actually really like it and I don't have to worry about a pill everyday or a shot every three months. So its hazzle free. From experience I have tried several different birth controls pills; all in which made me extremely moody or irregular. I have also tried the novaring; and that made me have severe abdominal pains. So this has been my perfect match. My only complaint is I did bruised after getting the implant in. And it stayed bruised for almost two weeks. But other than that no complaints. I highly recommend the implant. However you should know even though I gave good ratings; that doesn't mean it will be best for you."


"I switched over to the NuvaRing from Gildess FE 1/20 simply for the convenience.  Gildess worked great for me, no side effects, so I figured I would try NuvaRing.  I had to stop it after two months.  The second month on the ring, I experienced off and on anxiety, depression at times, unmotivated, and just not like myself.  I attributed it to it being finals week in college... but when I didn't feel at peace at all during break, I knew something was wrong.  I even flipped out on my boyfriend for no reason and ignored him.  The final straw was the random crying outbursts I experienced.  Nothing was bothering me, but I found myself fighting back random tears.  Back to Gildess for me!  Thank god!  I can't sacrifice emotional stability for convenience."


"Last year I was on my way to Lap Band surgery when a friend of the family suggested Belviq as an alternative. I had my ups and downs but in the end I have lost 64 pounds and have thirty more to go. My medicines are down and my blood work has improved dramatically. High praise as this saved me from getting surgery. Only side effect better sleep and I was tired initially first three days. I don't chew my nails and feel more calm and am happier then I have been in years."


"I am 23. I have had the Skyla now for the 2nd time.Every birth control is different for everyone, but my experience was amazing. Yes the first 6 weeks you cramp like a regular period and the getting it put in sucks. All in all though its not going to end your life like some people are posting that they pasted out. Thats probably from overwhelming yourself. I would recommend this birth control to anyone that doesnt want to take the pill everyday, has bad periods, mood swings, bad ache, and doesnt want to have childern. It stays local so you dont have the crazy hormone change like the pill and the arm insert give you since it has to go through your whole body. The skyla is right there ready to fight!"


"Works very well at first to help you fall asleep but I sometimes wake up very early or in the middle of the night and can't fall back asleep. But I tend to overthink if I'm just laying in bed trying to sleep so I'm glad that the melatonin helps me fall asleep quickly. Quite useful for when I have to stay up late doing homework and then wake up early the next day for class. I take it within an hour before I go to sleep and my eyelids get heavier and heavier from there."


"I have been on Auto Inject Copaxone for over a year now.  I have just entered my second year.   I may have the disease but it certainly does not have me.   I feel great for most part.  I get tired but I think that is from chasing my 9 yr old son.  I have had swelling from injections but it disappears within 20 minutes.  Arms seem to be the worst for me for injections."


"I started taking Pristiq about 4 months ago and it has proven to be wonderful. I suffer from depression and borderline personality disorder. Almost immediately I saw an improvement. Before taking Pristiq I would fly into a rage almost daily. In the last 4 months since taking it I have maybe raged 5 times. I don't feel so self-conscious anymore. I feel more alive and upbeat. And to top it off I've lost weight since the drug decreases appetite. My wonder drug."


"I have been taking Elavil for a month now, and I am almost migraine free.  I was started on 25mg at bedtime.  My headaches lessend, but still had them.  Maybe one out of 4 was really bad.  So my MD doubled the dose to 50mg a night, and boy that did the trick but I stayed tired all the time.  I went back to 25mg every night and now it seems to be working very well for me.  Just takes time to adjust. So if you have just started, hang in there, it will get better!"


"I am coming up on having the Implanon for a year. I really love it but it wasn't always the case. For the first 8 months I had missed periods and just weeks of discharge or bleeding. But after the 8th month I haven't had my period since. I didn't get any scarring from the injection and it healed pretty quickly. I haven't had any real mood changes depression like I would get while I was on the pill. My only real issue was that my face broke out a lot worse than it was before I started Implanon. But now I don't get my period anymore, I found a face wash that works great, and I haven't gotten pregnant so I'm happy with my experience."


"The taste is DISGUSTING. I was on suboxone for years, now have to take this via my insurance. I now have chronic stomach pain and nausea and like others have said, it barely stays in your system. I feel sick every morning until I take it."


"First month was awesome. Absolutely wonderful. Then I started lightly bleeding. I just thought it was my period. But it has lasted up until now which has been about 2 almost 3 months. I will not take the shot again. Having your period  for months is hard on a girl. And on top of that my emotions have been insane. Like I am not a cryer. I never cry and ever since I've had the shot watching finding nemo makes me ball. And I get pissed at people for nothing!!! Its ridiculous. Like I dislike who I have become with the shot."


"I've been diagnosed and treated 20 years ago for major depression (used Prozac).  Last year I was diagnosed again for major depression and doctor suggested I try Wellbutrin so it would not affect my sexual desire and give me some energy.  I did well the first few weeks on the starter dose 75mg/day. Then they up to 150mg/day and I had a major emotional reaction.  My body went into crying spells for 20 minutes and I couldn't control it.  It was a weird thing. Stopped it immediately - took 2 days to wear off. "


"Aczone is amazing ....I have been using it for about three months now along with Acanya gel and Doryx tablets. It has significantly reduced my acne. I am 17 with horrible breakouts around my mouth and chin. Aczone feels really fresh, and it doesn't make me peel. It shrinks my pimples. I still get breakouts but not like the ones before the pimples. Now I get just little bumps and the occasional whitehead.  One thing about Aczone that is weird to me is that if I don't apply moisturizer almost immediately after applying the Aczone, it makes some parts of my face white and others brownish.  Overall I love this product and I hope my acne just keeps getting better"


"25 year old female taking 3mg of Intuniv.

I started Intuniv while I was unemployed. It does really help with my focus, keeps me from being super hyper and helped my blood pressure. During this time I would take a lot of naps during the day or even just sleep in till noon. I thought it was just me liking naps and having not much to do during the day. Well I started a new job a month ago and have been falling asleep at my desk. I thought it was another medicine but it did turn out to be my Intuniv.

So my doctor is having me go down and see if lower doses will help or not. If not he will be putting me on another medicine. I also tried not taking it for a couple of days, but it caused withdrawal symptoms at the end of day 2."


"I started Contrave on 4-1 starting weight 272 and lost 9lbs after a month and now I'm going back and forth between 263-265 I gain the 2lbs then lose the 2 lbs and can't seem to lose anymore. I'm tracking what I eat and the drug does help with cravings. This medicine does help you make better decisions with what you put in your body which is great. I'm just surprised that it worked so well in the beginning and now nothing."


"This seemed to help a lot in shrinking my tumor in my throat. Not much side effects, in fact felt good. But the doctor said I had the max amount, went off of it and the tumor blocked my throat again in 2 months. Now they say nothing more can be done for me. The pain is horrible, no one should have to go through this terrible cancer. I pray for some kind of help again.  "