"Pack-a-day for 12 yrs, now on Day 22 (quit date is D 26). Started to work right away. D 2-3 cigs tasted funny/unpleasant (WOW!), D 7-8 couldn't get thru half-a-pack, D 13 down to 3, since D 17 can't even finish one. Side effects all feel like withdrawal to me (headache, sleep issues/dreams, digestion, irritability), esp. cuz they got better over time. There's no more effect from smoking, the withdrawal is TOTAL. Some advice, Melatonin for sleep and drink lots of water. Other big side effect: I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER physically and now emotionally. No more grumpy! I really have seen how insidious nicotine is, working its addiction into so many aspects of my life, making everything seem like a compulsion. Stick with it, FREEDOM IS GOOOOOOOOOD!!!"


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"This helped me very much. I have had a few side effects but other than that, my asthma didn't bother me much."


"I did fine on this drug until I started the 40mg.  It actually took me awhile to figure out that it was the Vybrid because I had been doing fine on the 10,20, and 30 mg doses.  After starting the 40 mg, I began having horrible dreams where I could not remember a lot of the detail but I knew they were bad because I would wake up terrified and it would sometimes take me a few days to be my normal self again.   It was recognizable by my family too.  I would also have hallucinations right after I went to bed and I was unable to make them stop.  I would also think I was screaming in bed when I wasn't.  I am currently being weaned off of it.  It was a very scary drug for me."


"I am 23 years old and bled heavily  for 7 weeks. Due to my religious beliefs I will not accept blood under any and all circumstances so I tried provera at an attempt to stop the bleeding. On the 1st pill I went from bleeding heavily to just brown spotting and after 4 days my bleeding completely stopped. I was on 10mg for 10 days. I just completed my last pill today and feel better than ever! Just happy that I'm not bleeding anymore and I can be a mom to my 8 month old daughter."


"I'm giving this a 10 to counter all the ridiculous "1s" even though my honest grade is a 7 or 8. I'm highly allergic to tree/grass/weed pollens and decided to try this since they seem to be marketing it so hard lately (maybe there's a reason). Well it definitely relieves my seasonal allergies enough to allow me to function normally. The only downside I'm experiencing is the sleepiness. I wanted something as effective as benedryl but less "sedating." Well Levocetirizine definitely fits, but there is some sleepiness still present. Being used to diphenhydramine (benedryl) or chlor trimeton, the sleepiness is not that bad to deal with, if it means 24 hour relief and less sedating than benedryl. I'd recommend it for others that have bad seasonal"


"I was taking Omeprazole 20 mg/day continuously since 10/2012 for acid Reflux.  There was no appreciable effect felt. 2 months back my doctor increased to 1 tablet of 40mg/day. I found good improvement in my appetite and acid reflux problem. But 1 week back onwards I have shortness of breadth even with light work and I could not lie flat. I saw the result of a survey on this website and I am 68. I want to ask doctor again immediately."


"First bottle all the disgusting that most everyone says; plus chills and nausea. Then read here about straws & lemons (had none).  SECOND bottle used the straw; yes bypasses most of the mouth surface.  I drank 1/3 thru straw and immediately swished my mouth with BLACK coffee & spit & swished with MINT mouthwash & spit. Two more rounds of straw drinking & swish & spit. For me, TOTALLY worked; NO DISGUSTING TASTE. Sipped the additional water for an hour vs drinking it all down quickly like 1st bottle (no nausea or chills 2nd time). DO SOMETHING TO CLEAR YOUR MOUTH BETWEEN ROUNDS OF DRINKING THE MED.  8 stars for 2nd bottle & that I was 100% cleaned for colonoscopy per Dr.  When you can see thru to white toilet bowl; you are sure you are empty!"


"This medicine makes me feel like I'm going to explode.  It makes me nervous and I have difficulty sleeping. "


"I've been using it for about a month and I've been sweat free ever since."


"I can't believe my insurance agreed to cover this! It's $10 per pill otherwise.
The 145mcg is a high enough dosage. 290mcg and your system will go nuts.
This medicine works great and usually within 12 hours.  Take it at the night, not in the morning like the instructions say.   Make sure you have the day off.  Best way to take it, have a light dinner, wait one hour, have dessert.  In one hour you will have bloating, cramps and gas. The cramps and bloating are normal. It means your system is moving. By the next morning (maybe sooner) the bowel movements will start.
DO NOT TAKE THIS EVERYDAY!  Your body will build an immunity if you do.  Keep hydrated as you will lose quite a bit of water."


"I have taken Keppra for the last 8 yrs. I take 6-500mg pills and 3-100mg pills a day. It has worked very well for me. I did have a Grand-Mal Seizure a few months back. It was the worst I ever had. They did a blood level on me and my blood level was Therapeutic, Meaning normal. It is a good medicine to take. But like any other medicine it has it's off days. I do recommend it though."


"This is my second day on Veslcare.  I will not take it another day.  My throat and tongue are on fire and I feel very nervous and anxious.  The first day it did help my overactive bladder, but the side effects are not worth the benefit.  This was a sample from my doctor so I'm glad I didn't have to pay for it."


"I got my Skyla inserted a week ago and yes, the pain of the insertion is like an internal sharp pinch and a targeted set of cramps. I knew it wouldn't be easy but it was definitely more painful than I had mentally prepared for, the unexpectedness made me yelp out loud when I first felt it. The insertion took about 30 seconds but the entire process was 7 minutes. Definitely worth the pain. I wish I had known this beforehand and taken an ibuprofen. Afterwards I had dull cramp aches and some spotting. But nothing I had to take medication for, and it only lasted a day. The next day I was perfectly normal. Around day 4, I started experiencing bloating and slight constipation. Its uncomfortable but I am hoping to power through and see how it goes!"


"Migraines have been noticeably easier to get rid of since starting propranolol. Still working with my doctor to prevent them altogether."


"Works very well. No noticable side effects."


"I am only on day two. I hesitated taking this drug because the last antidepressant I took (Cymbalta). was horrible. It took me a year to get rid of the withdrawal symptoms. To this day I will still have random "brain zaps". So back to the Brintellix, I was in the deepest and darkest depression of my life ever. I knew I had to do something so yesterday I took my first pill. Later that evening I was feeling much more calm and better. Today my deep depression is gone. I still have room for improvement. I would have never thought in a million years it would start to work that fast. I was very nauseous yesterday after I took it but I was nauseous before I took it.  I just took pill #2. So far I am very impressed. I will report back in the future"


"I have schizoaffective disorder bipolar type this medicine is a wonder drug it has helped with seeing things and voices. Its also helped with the negative symptoms of schizophrenia too. Now for my bipolar its helped stabalize my moods and i am nowhere near depressessed anymore.I have had no side effects at all as well my weight has been the same without diet and exercise too"


"Seroquel is extra effective for me. It really helps my sleeping, bipolar disorder, hallucinations and my ADHD. Thank you Seroquel."


"This medication is fantastic. The only reason I gave it a score of 8 is because I can sick to my stomach. It brought my sugar reading from 285 to 144 in just one day!"


"I was on  a IUD for 5 years prior to getting this birth control put in my arm in at first it seemed ok no periods my children are 18 years and 15 years and the thought of starting over was scary being after becoming a teen mother. After a year or so I started having problems with my arm being in so much pain (this was the same arm  the birth control was in.) I consulted with my doctor she said you're fine you have no periods or acne so keep it in a while longer. Less than 3 months later I was back I pleaded with her please take it out my whole arm was in so much  pain she says its not the birth control. After 2 years its out I still believe to this day it was the birth control but theres no proof my arm and left side still is in so much pain don't get this birth control"


"I received a Xologel perscription instead of my usual ketaconazole cream. I went to the local pharmacy and was shown a bill of $595. I laughed at the poor cashier, and said "no thanks". Called my dermatologist back and got a cream for $30. There is a program on their website where people can get the drug for only  $10 on top of their co-pay if their insurance doesn't cover the drug. What this seems to imply, is that if your insurance won't pay, they will give it to you for what it is actually worth. A perfect example of the broken medical system and greed. The price of this drug has gone up over 400% in the last few years. Next time I see an Aqua box at my pharmacy it will be refused."


"Thought I would share my experience about Lexapro here. After transitioning from year 12 into university I started to feel down. I felt anxious throughout year 12 but nothing like how I was feeling in March. I was at my lowest and I wasn't enjoying any of my normal activities I was literally getting up to live a hopeless day. I knew that this feeling wasn't right so I got help. Doc prescribed me 20 mg of Lexapro in combination with counseling. Worked for three months now I'm feeling the side effects. I feel there is a cloud over my brain. I can't feel the emotions good and bad. I can't cry, when I feel I need to. It's stunted my emotional empathy. I also feel extremely tired on it."


"awful!!  Wish i had read the reviews first; everything they say is true. Only had it in an hour and I was on fire. Then I saw these reviews, I took a hot bath and tried to get it out. Still burning. Ice pack and fan helping. It's 12:30 am and tomorrow is gonna suck!  Never again!!"


"Dazidox is instant release oxycodone tablets, and works very well. I take the 20mg tablet for breakthrough pain, haven't needed a dose increase in over a year, and actually works every time!! No complaints at all with the medication!"


"Hi! So I started my journey on 12/17/15. I made an appointment with a weight loss doctor and started phentermine at 37.5 mg on 12/18/15 at my highest weight EVER, 334.8lbs. So I had my follow up appointment on 1/13/16 and I  weighed in at 320.6!!! That's just by cutting out fast food. In a little over 3 weeks, I lost 14.2lbs! I'm going to start working out to see how much I will lose before the next appointment. Yes the side effects are crazy.  Dry mouth,  and lack of sleep is what I experience but I know my body will adjust with time. You have to choose between staying overweight,  or take control of your weight. Just stay strong! It will be worth it when you are truly happy and healthy!! I will keep you posted after my next appointment."


"So I'm 13 (almost 14), and I've had acne all overy face for almost a year.  But strangely it's not the normal little bumps everywhere, I get more large under-the-skin whiteheads.  I tried pro-activ and oxy, which just dried my face out completely, making things even worse.  I also tried natural remedies, which also made my face worse.  Then a few weeks ago went to my doctor and he prescribed me BenzaClin...miracle product!! It's only been about 29 days and already I have no acne on my forehead, nose, and chin!! Anyone using this product I reccomend using Cetaphil's gentle cleanser (to counteract the dryness of the medication), and religiously wash your face twice daily, using circular motions (and drying with a new towel each time). :)"


"Received my first set of injections 3 months ago. The first week felt like a migraine was going to come, but never formulated. Botox reduced my migraines from 23 headache days per month to 6 headache days per month. I was able to decrease my oral preventative, Topamax and Depakoke (which I have several side effects from). Approximately 2.5 months in, the Botox wore off and migraines returned. Anxious to receive the next round and find some relief. It's a wonderful alternative to oral medication. Aside from some very mild soreness for a week, I have no side effects, even in my neck. It's the greatest preventative I've ever been on. Just make sure a neurologist gives you the injections."


"Been on it for a year with no side-effects. My uric acid is consistently in the 6-7 range and the debilitating attacks have ended. However, I still do get the occasional stiffness in the arch of my foot as well as an infrequent bout with pain (although much less in intensity). Without it, I was crippled and bed-ridden during my frequent attacks. With it, I live a normal life."


"I just started taking Topamax. So far it's not too bad. The headaches are getting a little better and the side effects aren't bad. The only thing I'm having trouble with is differentiating between dreams and reality. my dreams seem so real, like it happened. I hope it gets better with time."


"This medication has done wonders for me and a lot of other people I know I swear I wouldn't ever wish panic anxiety disorder on my worst enemy's. It is the worst and I'm sure you all know that Klonopin has helped so very much. I Would have to say that it is definitely the best benzo and I have been on all of them at one point or another."


"Amazing medication in its capabilities.  The challenge is staying healthy and avoiding infections, specifically sinus infections for me.  It has been a miracle drug and I hope to continue using it because it's given me back my life."


"I wanted to add on a couple things to my previous review. Everyone warned me about how tired I was going to be since this medication would literally be slowing my heart down but I've never experienced that. I don't sleep much and have insomnia so that could be why.

I also have experienced crazy dreams and I sleep walk from time to time. I've always had dreams and talked in my sleep but I think the medication makes it a little worse especially if you're taking it closer to bed time.

I do get a little light headed if I stand up quick and bend down but it's not bad.

The benefit I get from this medication outweighs any of these insignificant side effects. I would recommend to push through any side effects and let the medication adapt to you!"


"I started taking the medication to clear up my Chlamydia infection which I had horrible stomach pains, fatigue, burning and pus. Was very nervous about it. But started on the Doxycycline 100 my twice a day and I'm noticing a difference. No nausea with the medication and I'm feeling better, but I still have 5 days to go. Feeling hopeful this will clear it up."


"Really does calm your cough and allows the mucous to thin so you can cough it up."


"I love my Nexplanon implant! It took some time for my body to regulate itself. My doctor put me on birth control pills for the first three months because my period would not stop and I was regularly spotting. The pills helped to regulate my cycle and now I rarely have a period. It took close to a year before the spotting officially stopped, but it's never been super inconvenient and isn't frequent. I just had to give it time. Overall, my experience has been extremely positive."


"I have an unknown issue with my foot(its black, green, red, blue and swells to the point to where it almost rips its own tendons off the bones; foot cramps so bad tendons tear)

I have seen several doctors/specialists and still no diagnosis. Ive been given this every time and it does nothing for me. the pain is so unbearable i can barely get out if bed or sleep. All the doctors say is this is the best they can do for me. I feel that im being treated like some drug addict even though my spine tap and blood work come up clean. This medication is useless for whatever I have(ive told them this). Doctors should not be able to just hand out meds for unknown causes or even be able to reject actual pain meds that could help someone."


"Within 3 days my active spots disappeared and my skin appeared to be glowing. I've only been using it for just under a week and out of nowhere my skin has been burning from the use of the gel, and it's been peeling A LOT leaving my skin very sensitive. My acne scars are lightening though already, so I'll keep at it for now and hopefully the pain will subside."


"T.D. reared it's ugly head on approx. 7 weeks ago...at one time, in addition to antidepressants, I was taking either Reglan or Metoclopine...over the years I had some tell-tail signs that were either dismissed or thought to be something else...I have a particular difficult and severe case of T.D. and it effected me and the people around me so much that the personal devastation is incomprehensible...given the rarity of this disease, I find and have resigned myself treatment can be difficult and realistically I most likely will never regain my life as it was...additionally, when I first show the symptoms, I ended up in the back of an ambulance with was thought to be stroke...the symptoms I had at the time mimicked a stroke..."


"Like other reviewers, Wellbutrin gave me my life back. I have been taking it for 2 years and though I still have mood swings, the depression isn't nearly as severe as it once was. It started making a difference within three weeks. I have had virtually no side effects, and it has the added bonus of giving me energy. It has proved to be much more effective and more tolerable than SSRI's."


"The Nuva ring is awesome
For me. I can control my periods. I haven’t gain a massive amount of weight. I’ve been on it for 4 months now. Only Con: it’s a bit uncomfortable during the beginning of intercourse. But the pain leaves after a few minutes(really minor discomfort)"


"HOLY CRAP I FINALLY FOUND ME A HOLY GRAIL.I'm a teenager who doesn't really suffer from cold sores I've had it 3 times in my life.In 5th grade, 10th grade and right now.The other two times I had a cold sore were not that bad I recall. My lip was not as swollen as it is this time .I woke up two days ago feeling a tingling and seeing a few little blisters and thought yes I caught it right before it gets too bad.I found some lysine. I was sure by that time the next day I'd be all set to go to work and no one would even know I had a cold sore.Turns out the lysine was expired which I didn't know so my lip kept getting worse.The next day my lip was huge and I was in a bunch of pain after work I bought abreva and followed direction. Now I'm way better"


"I was given this after an appendectomy, my head hurt so much I cried for 4-6 hours while the nurse kept giving me more Dilaudid. When I got home I read the pamphlet which indicated that Dilauded can cause severe headaches. I took Demerol and the headache was gone within 1/2 hour."


"I had massive leakage by cheating and eating a butterfly cake -- DO NOT DO THIS!!  I thought I was farting but I sharted instead and had go home and change my trousers as a ton of orange fluid soaked through! I also had white coloured stools which can indicate liver damage which is one of the side effects."


"Saved my life. I didn't know I had anxiety, doctors kept giving me high blood pressure medication only. Finally went to a psychiatrist, he gave me Xanax and Tofranil. Xanax helped a lot, the antidepressant I had problems with, sleeping mostly. Been on Xanax for 25 years and the only medicine that really helps my Panic Attacks."


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"Stopped my headaches cold.  I was getting full blow migraines 2--3 times a month.  Now I may get a mild one every 2-3 months."


"These pills are horrible. I've been taking for about a year and had horrible side effects swollen sore breasts, horrible anxiety/depression, no sex drive at all, vaginal dryness, and chronic yeast infections. Only thing I don't have is the nausea! I will be getting off of these as soon as possible. I don't even feel like myself I feel like a emotional monster. DO NOT TAKE THESE PILLS. Even thought everyone reacts differently listen to your body!"


"Microgestin 1/20 is the best low dose birth control pill I've tried. Some side effects the 1st couple of months but now I feel great. No decrease in sex drive and increase in breast size - I went from an A to B cup! No other weight gain."


"This is a update ..my first period since being on this form of birth control began last week around November 30, lasted for about 7 days then stopped. Everything is still going well with no side effects at all. I will continue to update monthly."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I did not have the terrible experience others have described. I started by eating light the day before with a high fiber cereal for breakfast and again for dinner. I took a Colace before bed and with these pre-prep additions, I was already clearing out before I started the Suprep. I had my prep cold and then added filtered water. I used a thick milkshake straw and put on back of my tongue. Finished the drink in two gulps followed by lemon wedge. Five minutes later the butt faucet turned on. No cramps, nausea, vomiting, or headache. I did put Desitin on my bottom to help keep the skin from getting raw. I also used soft baby butt wipes for sensitive skin for the same reason. Next dose in 4 hours and I'm no longer worried about it."


"I used it about 2 months ago for bacterial vaginitis and it went away but came back now. Bacterial vaginitis is horrible. This is the only thing that cures it."


"I was on it for 5 weeks to prevent infection on my mastectomy site while drains were in place. No infection but mild nausea in the mornings became all day and more intense after 4 weeks."


"I think it has made me extremely tired and it's hard for me to sleep at night."


"Works really well for atopic dermatitis."


"Accutane saved my life, plain and simple. I've tried the facial burn and peel method, but only attained severe blistering and sunburn. Before that, I'd tried everything, and I mean everything. After I'd literally burned my face off to no prevail, I'd basically given up on trying to get rid of my acne. Sometime later (and after about 7 years of living with alternating moderate to severe acne), I had accepted that I was going to just have to live out my life with acne (my mom is still struggling with hers). But after trying Accutane, I couldn't be happier. If you have stubborn acne, you need to try this."


"I weigh about 180lbs and I'm 5'5. I am on my forth day on the medication for BV- 500mg/2x a day for 7days. The odor was gone by the 2 day which is great but please don't feel tempted to stop the medication as a result. Try to make it to at least 5 days. It can be really tempting as you cannot drink on it and the taste is not the greatest. I take the pill with food to help eliminate any possible nausea and it helps. Had one glass of wine but drank lots of water and it was fine. This pill works but I cannot stress the important of taking some type of probiotics afterwards- this will help with preventing any other infections from popping up. Good luck ladies vagina problems happens to everyone"


"I have only been on the medication for two weeks.  I was taking one pill in the morning and one in the evening.  I have to stop it, the nausea is TOO MUCH.  I also suffered from headaches, not bad but just enough to be troublesome.  So basically because of the nausea and headaches, I could not get through my work day.  Really sad about it."


"I have been using clobetasol for about 8 years. It works straight away if I get any psoriasis on my face."


"The person who said this tasted like SALTY GRAPE COUGH SYRUP was dead on! The first dose was okay, worked within 45 min and done by 2.5 hours start to finish. Here I am at 2:30am to do the second dose. I can't do it. I keep diluting it with the 32oz of water I'm suppose to drink afterwards, to kill the taste. Hopefully it works but have spit it back up. Oh and first dose very bloated after drinking it all. Don't know if I can do it. Worst stuff ever! MoviPrep back in 2012 while tasted better had worse effects afterwards and took all night. I guess it's the price you pay. But waking up in the middle of a sleep cycle isn't cool knowing you'll be up for the next three hours and surgery is in 4."


"I have been on these pills for two months and I'm on my third pack at the moment. First month, I noticed some breast tenderness from week 2 and I was excessively hungry all the time. I was a bit cranky during week 2+3 with week 4 being incredibly emotional to everything around me. My period was off by 4 days the first month. It came before I even finish my 3rd week of pills. Second month, no more breast tenderness, not moody nor hungry all the time. I developed a craving for sweet regardless. It seemed to be somewhat normal again. I had light spotting after 4 days on the placebo pills. I'm now on the first week of my third pack and still spotting (8 days so far ). Will update again next month"


"I would have gave this medicine a 10 if it wasn't for the dull headache (may not have been due to the drug I was battling a sinus infection anyway) after I took this medicine. Cough was gone within an hour. Make sure you drink a lot of water. Maybe that's why I got the headache too. Also, I noticed that I was very sensitive after taking this drug. I actually cried a little bit because of the sinus pressure. When usually I just suck it up with pain and never cry. Stopped wheezing. Make sure to take a warm shower too after taking this drug it will also help clear the mucus."


"I am 15 years old and have had acne in my t zone area with the occasional cluster on my cheeks for about a year and a half. I have been subscribed 0.3% adapalene gel and am so frustrated with it! The first three weeks blew my mind in how clear my skin was, but now my acne is worse than ever! My little bumps that I had on my forhead have now turned into big bumps. I have now read the reviews and see that it gets worse before it gets better, so I hope that is he case with me. It had been about a month and a half. I have also noticed my eyelids and corner of my mouth being very dry and peeling. My skin burns when I apply moisturizer sometimes but I fight through the pain."


"I got the IUD yesterday, and I honestly didn't think it hurt that bad. My doctor had to clean my cervix before she put in my Mirena and the pain was minimal. Then she told me that I had a floating cervix and she would need to pin it down so she could put my Mirena in my uterus. WELL, she took a needle and literally pinned my cervix to my uterus. I had shooting pain up my abdomen and instantly threw up. I had NO idea it would hurt that bad. I was throwing up for over five hours from the pain cramps I got. Feels like a severe period cramp. I feel fine now, and I'm sure I'll love it since I wont have to jack with the pill anymore, but the first day was painful. Get numbed!"


"I am a 36 year old single female.  I have raised my 2 boys myself for 16 years..no stress in my life...LOL.  I began having anxiety attacks last year. Never experienced before in my life.  Heart racing, couldn't breath, neck pain thought I was having a heart attack.  My Doctor prescribed Lexapro 10mg once a day.  It took about 2 months before I started noticing any difference in myself.  The girls at the office call it my "happy pill".  They say sometimes my happiness is overwhelming.  They have noticed more of a change in me than I have.  It is a wonderful medicine.  The only side effects I have experienced was dry mouth when I first started taking the drug.  That went away within a couple weeks"


"I started 3-10-16 had insomnia bad, went to sleep at 9pm woke up at 5am. Felt a bit groogy but by 7am I was feeling good. This drug works for me, I was told to take half of the 50mg at bedtime. Good luck to u"


"Not only did Dextromethorphan help with my cough, but it also helped with uncovering the secrets of the universe!

Side effects include nausea and diarrhea"


Acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine / pseudoephedrine

"Helped me sleep and stopped my coughing and cleared my head."


"50 mg (2 every 6 hrs) has worked wonders on my pain. I have a small cerebral aneurysm (too small for surgery yet) that causes me to have a terrible ongoing headache (for almost 3 yrs now). If taken consistently, it keeps my pain very manageable. I weaned myself off of antidepressents when I was in my 20's (I'm now 37) but depression crept back up on me. When I started taking Ultram, the depression symptoms WENT AWAY. I do have TERRIBLE withdrawals though. Otherwise, its been a lifesaver for me! Thumbs up!"


"I took Ultram for over a year after herniating a lumbar disc.  Apart from fatigue, a little dizziness and the usual constipation that seems to accompany most pain medicines, I had no major side effects.  It did not eliminate the pain, but decreased it enough for me to function for the most part (sit, drive, sleep).  However, over time my system became accustomed to the drug and it did not work for me anymore.  Thankfully, I had minimal withdrawal symptoms.  I have since tried Neurontin (Gabapentin), Nortriptyline and Topamax for chronic pain, with mixed results, and significantly worse side effects.  Still no long term solution for the pain."


"For I.C. (Interstitial cystitis) this will be the a effective anti-spasmodic for the bladder and incontinence due to a spasmodic bladder.
After 10  years on Soma; effects have decreased severely."


"If I could rate depo in the negatives, I would. On my first round, I bled very little, but the cramping I experienced was so bad that I could not get out of bed. I would lay in bed at night sobbing because it hurt so bad. Near the end of the first shot, I began bleeding heavily and constantly. I went and received a second shot, hoping it would stop the bleeding, but it hasn't. I've now been bleeding for over a month, every single day. Some days it is light, others it is extremely heavy, but it is constant bleeding. I am also still having extreme cramps. I've also lost over 30 pounds. I would not recommend Depo to anyone. My life has been hell since receiving my first shot."


"I got prescribed this a few months ago to help alleviate anxiety and panic attacks. It's been a life saver. I only take it as needed since it can be habit-forming, but it works really well. It definitely calms me down."


"The taste wasn't bad. Downed it quick as to not have too much time to consider the taste. I also drank close to the full 32 ounces right after and I was in the bathroom within 6 minutes."


"I have general anxiety disorder and I'm prone to panic attacks. Being afraid of benzo and it's addictiveness, I got this prescribed. So far it has worked great if I take 2 pills at once, and  the effect lasts for about 10 hours. I haven't really felt the hangover part people talk about, nor have I experienced headaches. The only thing I really have to complain about is that the breathing can get almost too relaxed at times, so when I fall asleep I wake up with a shortness of breath, as if my lungs forgot to inhale. It's no big deal though, happens maybe 3 times a night and it wakes me up. And I guess it would be nice to have a pill that takes away anxiety but doesn't make you tired (I sleep like a baby after 30 minutes after taking atarax)"


"Excellent results with Cymbalta on 30mg once each night. Burning pain reduced some 80%. Does generate dreams, but not uncomfortable dreams. This is the first medicine that helped. Side effects too great with Neurontin; felt little to no effect with Lyrica."


"Worked very well at the start, but after 1 month I was back in Atrial Flutter. Had no side effects at all. Now Doctor is putting me on Flecainide."


"I switched from the pill to the ring, and I am now back on the pill. I did love how easy it was and didn't have to think about it everyday, but I did experience vaginal dryness and a decreased libido (which I mean, is good when you don't want to be pregnant, and don't even want to have sex to begin with). I experienced a disconnect with my body and mind, my mind would be willing but I could not become lubricated, and vise versa. I do have to say I feel back to normal being back on the pill. Still consider trying the ring because every body is different and are affected by hormone levels differently. It just wasn't right for me and my body."


"Lexapro has saved my life. I have been taking it at 20mg for about 1 year, and the results have been better than anything I had previously tried. I am 14 years old, and ready to face life with Lexapro on my side."


"This pill ruined my life a few years ago and I wouldn't want anyone else to go through it. It was a nightmare from the beginning. I threw up constantly (while still gaining a ridiculous amount of weight very quickly). I went from having clear, clean skin to it looking like I had a disease. It took over a year after stopping the pill for my face to clear up. I became paranoid and depressed while having violent and unpredictable mood swings. I cried every single day. I eventually had to drop out of school because I couldn't control my moods. Horrible pill pushed by a horrible doctor."


"I'm 30 years old and have been on the birth control pill since I was 14 years old due to endometriosis. I've had slight side effects from different pills I have taken but this one by far is the worst. I'm on a higher dose of my antidepressant to counter act the mood swings but it sure isn't helping the weight gain or acne. Also, I've had two full blown periods since starting this pill 2 months ago. For me, the weight gain and acne isn't worth it. For my husband, he was looking forward to "no periods" but that ain't happening! Don't take this pill."


"My neurologist prescribed Nardil approximately 4-5 years ago as a last effort to control my migraine headaches. This drug has worked better than all others tried at preventing migraines, but not without some annoying side effects such as weight gain, edema in lower legs and arms, some mild memory problems and probably most annoying is the caution exercised regarding medications and foods that are to be avoided while taking Nardil. I've gone off of it once and it was a nightmare, made me very sick and weak. I eventually got off of it totally for several weeks, but the migraines came back with a vengeance, so had to go back on the Nardil. I'm considering going off of it again soon simply because of the weight gain and edema."


"Been on it for 13 years with a couple years break in between. No resistance, no side effects, easy to take."


"Have been on Paxil 20-60mg for 11 years and have found that while I still experience depressive episodes, occasionally suicidal ideas, I tend to recover faster- weeks instead of months.  I've also experienced weight gain 30+ lbs, high blood pressure, constant dry mouth, lack of libido and difficulty with orgasms.  These side effects have affected my marriage and self-esteem and am currently slowly weaning off Paxil."


"Ive been on this pill for about a month and the past 2 weeks have been good but the last week ive been bleeding lightly and everytime i urinate there have been blood clots for the past four days."


"I have two small children and it can be a lot to deal with on a daily basis. My doctor prescribed 1mg twice a day and it has helped tremendously with taking care of my daily activities and not being so stressed out all the time. I would say to anybody with a problem with stress or raising small kids it definitely helps make things a lot more bearable."


"It smells a lot better than it tastes. The taste is just horrible, but I managed to get it down along with the recommended water. Drinking the Suprep is the worst part of it."


"It seemed to knock down my cough for about 2 hours, but you can't take it that often, so I end up coughing after that until I could take another dose.  Still, it allowed me to work in an office for a few hours, which is good.  It takes effect in about 15 minutes."


"In 2 days I've lost 4 more pounds on this drug! I couldn't be happier."


"I had intercourse with my hubby if 10 years and we have 3 children already,  2 of which were from a previous relationship and one of our own. We did not want anymore children at this point in our lives. We had sex at 3-4 a.m. , at. 10 a.m I was already at the pharmacy picking up Next Choice and took it in the car with a bottle of water. 4 days later it happend again so again within hours I took the Next Choice.Upon googling wgat happens if you take 2 within a months cycle, it looked like everything was okay.when I took the pills I did not have bleeding at either time,it wasnt till about a week later my boobs got sore and i had back and leg pain and pinching like cramps.I thought a heavy period was coming but it didnt and Im pregnant......."


"I was on Zarah for 5 years and recently began ovulating on the pill so my doctor wanted me to go on something with a bit more estrogen and recommended Mononessa. I was pretty nervous with all the mixed reviews I read before taking it, especially because I experienced no side effects with Zarah. In all honesty, the first 4 days we're not pleasant. I had what felt like non-stop migraines, my anxiety was on a different level (I kept thinking I was suffering from DVT and was having mini panic attacks) I had weird palpitations when working out and I had a lot of trouble staying asleep. All of a sudden on day 5, I felt normal again. I guess my body just needed to adjust and hopefully symptoms don't come back!"


"Have used many allergy pills, but nothing works like Flonase. The only problem is when switching to generic, it stopped working for me.  I thought I was immune after 2 years, but it was the "generic" that failed me. I've gone back to regular Flonase. "


"I had been taking some opiate pain killers for the last five years, due to a low back injury and one unsuccessful surgery.  I was on approximately 90 mg of Morphine and 60 mg of Oxycodone per day until I decided to try Suboxone to quit.  It was about 2 months ago when I started and the Doctor put me on a 6-week taper.  It worked very well. I didn't have any opiate withdrawal symptoms.  I think this is a very good drug.  I had no side effects that I could tell."


"40 years of methadone- 1 year of Suboxone. Life is good again."


"Just got this implant today and I've been a little dizzy. Hopefully, after reading some of these reviews, I like this more than the pill!"


"I lived with chronic neck and shoulder pain and when my sleep became affected, I went into anxiety and depression.  I've been on amitriptyline for twenty years and I will never come off it.  My daughter recently had pain and anxiety.  Doctors prescribed medicines that sent her heart racing. She used this and one month later she's so much better.  I believe this medicine stopped the progression of fibromyalgia for me.  It also significantly arrests shingles.  The good old medicines are tried and true. Amitriptyline is excellent for many things."


"I have had herpes for 30 years, had no outbreak for the last SIX years then suddenly I went through a very stressful period and bang. I immediately started
suppressive therapy and will never stop again.  My only fear is passing this along and am told that the suppressive therapy highly reduces the shedding thereby preventing transmission."


"Ativan helped with nausea tremendously.... I've been dealing with nausea for 8 months ...stress related ...."


"Xarelto has been great for my pulmonary emboli.  It is easy to take without monitoring, as reduced the clots quickly and has little restrictions."


"Latuda basically saved my life. I was suicidal and swung between severe depression and wild mania. I've been on 80 mgs for about 3 months now and the only side effects I've had were sleepiness ( which is good because I had raging insomnia) and some anxiety. Dr gave me a script for low does Xanax and Ive never felt better!"


"I HIGHLY suggest against this birth control. I was on the pill, but was annoyed at taking them every day so I switched to Implanon. Worst idea ever. I gained over 30 pounds in 5 months, have NO sex drive, extreme abdominal pains, periods for months (MONTHS) straight, very moody, and lethargic all the time. I tried going to the gym for a while but the weight kept gaining (without any diet change). I went from 120lbs to now 150lbs. Not OK!! Oh, I forgot about acne. Yeah, a TON of it that will not go away no matter what you do. Do yourself a favor and do not get this birthcontrol. I finally get it out on Monday and I'm switching back to the pill!"


"Tried ambien, Ativan ...then dr prescribed restoril. Scared at first to take it. On it over a year now, works just fine.  Helps me sleep through hot flashes, Graves Disease symptoms, husbands snoring even.  I take with 5 mg melatonin on EMPTY stomach, at least 2 hours after any food or it doesn't work.  It's been such a relief for me to get my sleep."


"This has been my first form of birth control and so far so good! I researched reviews on this one which freaked me out. Turns out, I had nothing to worry about. I haven't had any nausea, headaches or mood changes. I have been on it for about 2 weeks so things could change but I like it a lot so far. Also, the type of hormones in this pill do provide the lowest chance of more serious side effects like blood clots. This was something that was nice to know since I was so worried about those chances (even though I had no reason to be). Everyone is different but just give it a chance! It's not as bad as you think it might be and if it is, you can always change pills! Hope this helps those who are worried about starting BC :)"


"I have chronic daily migraines, and have tried several medications for migraine prevention, including Depakote, Elavil (amitriptyline), nortriptyline, and propranolol.  The Depakote, amitriptyline and nortriptyline were too sedating.  The propranolol worked well, but I had too increase the dosage over time to the point where my blood pressure became too low.  Right now a combination of Topamax at 50 mg and propranolol extended release at 60 mg works best for me.  There are few adverse effects.  The Topamax does cause some frustrating cognitive difficulties but I think I can live with them, considering the relief it gives me from the migraines."


"I've been taking this medication now for about 6 weeks starting at 37.5mg now on 75mg 3xday.  I'm feeling like a zombie I just sleep all the time, yes my depression and anxiety are less but the side effects including sweating and eating loads, will these disappear."


"Without going into excessive detail, I've been on Lamictal for about 5 years. Tried anti-psychotics (almost all) but could not handle the weight gain from them. Recently I realized that as great as Lamictal is, I needed to add an anti-psychotic and just deal with weight gain. But my psychiatrist suggested I try Gabapentin before anything else. I'm only on 600 mg a day (been on it for 4 days), and I know my body is still adjusting to it, so this might be a hasty review... but it's given me a calming feel, helped a little with racing thoughts, but I feel "high," at times like I'd drank a lot of codeine. It definitely makes you loopy, but I'm just gonna see how it goes. Just give it a try if you're Bipolar I and don't want the anti-psychotics."


"The box said 1-3 tablets so I played it safe and took 1 at 10:30pm and had a full bowel evacuation
at 8:45 am.  I had used this product once before with similar success. Seems most of the problems may be a result of taking more than 1 tablet.  Also I bought the Equate brand labeled at 5 mg.
Disclaimer; I pretty much have a cast iron stomach, nothing seems to bother it.  Be careful if your stomach is somewhat queazy and never take more than 1 pill without first seeing how you react to it."


"I took it  ate a burger and drank water.

After like 2 hours visited the bathroom and did a really big one...

Felt great. Light headache took some paracetamol and had no problems at all."


"I am 53 years old and have all the menopausal symptoms.  My life was a living hell.  I went to my MD and she recommended Angeliq for a period of 6 months.  I believe it took about 3 weeks to really work into my system and has been doing wonders from severe hot flashes to almost none.  I sleep pretty comfortably now.  The only discomfort I had was breasts that weight a ton for a while but I am OK now. I believe I will use it for another six months and then consult my MD again. It is really a great drug."


"I tried Sumavel Dosepro for the first time approximately 3 months ago.  It does take away about 80-90% of the headache pain, but am left with a "sinus" feeling  headache that really hurts when I cough, sneeze or bend over, which is typical for me for a day after a migraine.  The injection sting feels a little like being snapped by a rubber band.  It didn't feel extremely painful to me. I do get a fairly intense burning sensation mostly along my scalp but to a lesser degree across the surface of my skin as well. My arms feel very heavy and it was frightening at first.  My biggest problem is that I get intensely sleepy and for about 20 minutes I feel like I'm operating in "slow motion"."


"Comment 2: As mentioned in my previous comment, I personally have had no issued with the Depo shot and would have loved to continue on this form of BC. The reason I am stopping is because my older sister tried the shot about 5 years ago while I was away at school. I never knew this about her experience, and our doctor says this side affect has never happened before, but it was like the others where she experienced CONSTANT HEAVY bleeding for months straight, but it wasn't like a period blood; she was bleeding internally. It made her blood cell count change so drastically they thought she had cancer. She was hospitalized for about a month. I will not be continuing the Depo Shot because she has begged me not too."


"I am not a recently diagnosed glaucoma patient. This medication was introduced when my previous medication was no longer working well.  Although this drug lowered my pressure significantly, the side effect produced was extreme lupus-like symptoms which I continue to experience over seven months later.  After taking the drug for two weeks my ophthalmologist discontinued its use. I realize there are side effects with all drugs.  This is one in which I was not adequately informed of the risk and which I regret having taken.."


"I have been on Seasonale for almost a year and I am switching to Sprintec. I am switching because the breakthrough bleeding and cramping became ridiculous. I would have my withdrawal bleed, have about 1-2 months of peace, then the spotting began and would not stop. I'd double up for 3-4 days or however long it took to stop it then go back on 1 pill when the spotting stopped. 2 weeks later the spotting would return, rinse and repeat. The cramps during the breakthrough bleeding were worse than the cramps during the withdrawal bleed! I've had enough of this pill and am switching to Sprintec and hoping for the best."


"Took two before bed after being advised to by my doctor, woke up feeling the same. After a few hours needed to go but nothing came out, went to work and felt my stomach churning and groaning. Got home had my dinner and now diorhea. But not explosive or terrible ! A tiny belly ache but nothing bad. At least everything's moving !"


"Took flagyl to treat bv (I actually think it was trich) one doctor said it was trich one said it was bv. Don't expect to see results within 3 days 4 days or etc. everyone's different. Odour went away for me within 4-5 days and discharge never went away until the last pill! Even 3 days after I had clumps of discharge but it was just cleaning itself. I kept reading reviews and making myself paranoid and wanting to cry lol. This is my third time and it's finally gone. I also wash with vagisil ph balance. Btw Don't have sex and don't take medication that will counter act the medicine. (E.g. Tums for stomach relief or Tylenol/Advil)That is all! Hope this helped!"


"Completely numbed me, gave me horrible panic attacks. Even when I'd gotten used to the medication my panic attacks turned into a deep depression and felt completely lifeless. 5 weeks in I couldn't do it anymore"


"Hate to admit, that at 61, this is a first for me.  Took the suprep and water mix at 5 pm.  Within half hour or so, things started happening.  Thought the drink itself was not that bad....kind of a salty seven up taste to me.  Drinking the two 16 oz glasses of water in an hour afterwards was tough...left me a little bloaty and cold with shivers and goosebumps.  Overall, not nearly as bad as I thought it would be.  Round two starts around10:15 am for 2:15 check in."


"Loving Vaniqa so far! Some details on my facial hair situation.  I don't have PCOS, yet have severe facial hair issues (full beard if I let it go, especially around chin and on neck). Spent thousands of dollars on laser hair removal, and as soon as I stopped getting the laser treatments, the hair all came back, worse than before.  Using Nair or Veet only worked for the soft hair on my cheeks, irritated my skin horribly, and didn't do ANYTHING for the prickly chin and neck hair.  I've never been brave enough to shave (except my mustache area), for fear of even worse beard-effect.  Waxing didn't touch the problem. Vaniqa, after about 4 weeks of faithful twice a day use, has significantly slowed the growth. Now pluck a few minutes a day only!"


"My five year old was prescribed this medicine after he started having breakout seizures on his other medicines. After about two weeks the seizures had not decreased and he started complaining of severe eye pain. A visit to the eye doctor confirmed very high pressure in his eyes. It did not work well for him."


"I started taking this medication about 2 months ago for depression and uncontrollable anger issues, both have ceased. I have mild side effects with this medicine, the most notable would be a persistent sore throat, not sure if anyone else is experiencing this, so your input would be appreciated. I'm thankful that there is actually something out there to help with these issues, so far so good and I highly recommend this for anyone looking for relief of anxiety"


"I've been on this medication for about 6 weeks now. This is the first medication I have used as I just received diagnosis as positive about 2 months ago. At that time my viral load was 10,600 and when we just tested at 5 weeks it was undetectable (<20). I had nausea several days out of the week when I first started taking this, but now it's rare (maybe once every week or two). This med is really working for me and the copay card covers all of what my insurance will not cover."


"First day sucked, and most of the second day sucked... I got home from work and was sitting on the couch watching pbs thinking about how much I hate tv, when I started to feel really good about watching it.. I liked the people in it and was interested in what was being said. It was obvious it had kicked in. As far as negatives I have a slight ringing in my ears... and I'm taking 150mg XL and I can only feel it working for about 6 hours. Maybe I'll have to up my dose or take another dose later. 25yr old male. Cheers!"


"I have been taking Lutera for a year. It has protected against pregnancy very well.  My periods are much lighter and I almost never get cramps.  I have missed 2 periods which was a little scary.  I have gained about 8 pounds and I crave sweet foods even more than I used to.  My breasts are slightly bigger.  I feel tired if I don't get at least 10 hours of sleep.  My sex drive is slightly lower.  I do have a mood swing usually about once a month where I cry about anything and everything for 2 days.  I have always felt more emotional right before my periods, but I did not cry as much before.  I think I am going to switch birth control because of the weight gain.  Other than that, the side effects do not bother me."


"I've been taking Generess Fe for a little over six months now. I am very pleased with the pill and have not experienced any nausea, weight gain, or break outs. I  had acne before but after I started taking the pill it cleared up a lot. So far I have had a shorter and lighter period with much less cramping. I did have spotting in between periods the first couple months but that has stopped now. I'm a little freaked out because my period is a lot lighter this month than it has been in the past but from the reviews that I read other people on this pill experience extremely light periods too, or no periods at all. I cannot say how well the pill works for preventing pregnancy though because I use other forms of protection too."


"I had the mirena iud put in on June 23. I had spotting afterwards for a few days then my regular period at the time it was supposed to be. But then had my 6week check up. She said the strings were curled up around my cervix. So she got these long tweezers things cause she said she had to check the strings. She unfurled them and said "ohhh yes there they are" then said okay I'm done everything looks good. BUT since August 4th I've been non stop spotting and everyday for about 3hours it's more then spotting but not period amount, and lots of pain full cramping. I don't know what to think anymore. Before the 6week check up I loved it but I don't know what happened when she uncurled the strings."


"I got this after my son was born! Boy that was the worst idea ever! I've always weighed around 120 after having my son I was 130 at my 6 week checkup and then at my next appt 2 months later I weighed 157. I have tried everything to lose weight and nothing works! I used to love sex and this has killed my sex drive completely like I never feel like having sex ever. I bleed for at least 3 weeks out of the month. When I get this taken out I'll never use this again!"


"I found this medication to cause side effects of swaying while standing up & sometimes rocking back and forth whilst sitting down. Because this is taken monthly I am on 150mg, towards the end of the month I became unwell and psychotic symptoms reoccurred. Delusional thoughts mainly. I am now going to try Abilify and hope I don't have bad side effects but I know that without my medication I would relapse. "


"As I lay here weighing the benefits of clawing the inside of my own vagina vs. continuing to let the medicine take effect, I wish more than anything i never inserted this devil cream inside my body in the first place. This is night one for me, and I'm just going to tough out the YI and not use it again. EVER. I can't do another night of this. The mild itching I had before is NOTHING compared to the itching I have now. If there were sandpaper near me, I would use it. Repeatedly. Inside and out. I can feel my heart beating in my vagina. That's the pain I'm feeling."


"I am 18 years old and have suffered with major depression for 7 years. I tried cymbalta (hellish) and now this. this works ok but it makes me have mood swings. I'm fine one second and the next I am punching and breaking things. maybe it's just me idk"


"Great results.
T cells up
Viral load down
Diarrhea is the only real side effect for me, perhaps some depression but I've also been going through a lot."


"Paragard was the first BC ever used at 27yrs old, after my second child. The first 3-6 months were horrible heavy periods but they adjusted to heavy bleeding the first 2 days of my period...
Everything was going great until 2 yrs later, now 29 out of no where I started feeling heart palpitations, trouble breathing, sweating. I figured it was high blood pressure and scheduled an appointment right away. I'm perfectly healthy but was asked to get lab work done and also asked about my birth control....Doctor told me that IUD's cause heart palpitations.
Lab work came back with mild Anemia, so now I'm really bummed out because I no longer feel safe with these BC options, but also after doing some research, heart palpitations may persist after removal."


"I have had the Implanon in since Septemmber of 2008. I have loved it I am gettting it taken out in two days a little scared because I don't know how I am going to react to it not being in but I want another baby so here we go. I have noticed moodiness and irritability. I have gained 25 to 30 pounds but I thought it was all from my eating habits. After reading some of these posts I am beginning to wonder if its from the Implanon. I haven't bleed like I used to and that is a plus. I hope people don't let the negative reviews scare them from trying this form of birth control because it really is a blessing and has so many advantages."


"I have Mirena for over 6 years. I just replaced new one over a year ago. The 2 plus sides are that it does the job and I have no period. However, I'm changing to copper as recently I have severe mood swing, low sex drive, weight never gone down. So Dr recommend to try none hormone one to see if it will fix the problem."


"I have been on Saxenda for a week and a half. In this time the only side effect I've had is constipation. The injections don't hurt, and I've only had 1 small bruise. I don't know how much I've lost as I'm waiting to see my doctor for my check up, but I know I've lost it as I can see it. So far I would recommend it to anyone. Another great thing, this doesn't react with any other medicine. Therefore I have been taking it with Champix to give up cigarettes. I have not felt like eating to counteract the cravings, and have been smoke free for 2 days (I've smoked for 25 years so this is a big milestone)."


"I have had rheumatoid arthritis like symptoms for over 2 years with no regular treatment, only occasional prednisone when the symptoms were too severe to bear. After my symptoms seemed like they never went away and I switched doctors, I have just received my 4th dose of Enbrel and immediately felt a difference after the first shot. My coverage does seem to wear off around day 5, but I still feel better than I have felt in 2.5 years. I would recommend this medicine to anyone considering a treatment that won't alter your life's hectic schedule."


"My sister used to work for Novartis, a company which produces Caraflam. I remembered the first few months of my period, I didn't feel painful as how I do now. My other sisters always need to take Caraflam. So when I couldn't bear the cramps anymore I took it, it started working about an hour later, I didn't feel painful anymore. Even though my sisters are pharmacists, they always told me that the less medicines I take, the better it would be. So I tried not to use it. It was the worst ever, I took one, it didn't work well when it reached the max of pain. I threw up and took another one. After an hour, it worked.

So if you decide to use Caraflam, take it before it's painful."


"I've had this birth control in for almost 6 months now and its been a living hell. My doctor is telling me to wait this out to see if it settles but when I got it inserted, all I have done is bleed nonstop. No end. All I see is clots. I've also been more stressed and depressed, its bothered my boyfriend too.  I've also gained 10lbs. (I was 89, now I'm 97-99) I definitely know why this is "birth control" its makes me bleed , no man wants to go near that."


"I've been using this product for about two years and it produces miracles, I used it and right away everything cleared up, about a year after using this product I went away for two weeks and kinda got off it, I had a huge breakout and in my opinion, a disgusting one, I went back to product and after week, started crying after seeing the results, this is magnificent."


"initial use caused flare up.  Regular use has been very effective at preventing flare ups. Side effect for me is that although it doesn't seem to be be the cause of rashes it seems to exacperate an reoccurring eczema like skin condition on my hands.  Stopped use of Uloric to see if skin condition on hands would improve  and the eczema was less severe....but then I had a gout attack!

No cost to me in Canada with a benefits plan."


"I started having panic attacks 30 years ago.  I didn't know what was happening to me. Up at night couldn't sleep and everyone else sleep. I would have a feeling of detachment from myself when driving and hyperventilate.  I found out I was having panic attacks and had agoraphobia, social anxiety. I was afraid to drive across bridges and pass cars.  I was prescribed clonazapam wafers 0.25 and Zoloft 25 mg to start then 50 mg of Zoloft.  Clonazapam really helps my anxiety and driving.  I had anxiety at night afraid to go to sleep, it has helped me.  People say it's addicting, well it helps me so I will continue to use it...I was tired of having anxiety all my life since the 1980's..this is 2017, too long suffering with this disorder."


"My neurologist prescribed Nortriptyline for Neuropathy. It did not help much for that condition.However, at the time I was suffering from severe depression due to having to place my husband in a nursing home. The medication did wonders for me and I have been a daily user since that time."


"I had the Nexplanon implant inserted on May 30th, 2013. My husband works abroad so we didn't want to risk a pregnancy when we weren't living together all the time.

The insertion was pain free and I had minimal bruising. The entire 3 years I had very few bleeds, if any. That's about where the good parts of Nexplanon end for me.

It was only after the implants removal three weeks ago that I realise how badly it affected me the entire time. I had severe mood swings, depression and anxiety, and at the time didn't chalk it up to the fact I had the implant. Since its removal, my family have seen a dramatic difference in me."


"After having several panic attacks over a 12mth period I was prescribed Zoloft. I had no idea that it would also help with so many other problems which I just thought were variations of "normal." I started on 25mg in the morning but found it made me feel tired so I changed to taking it before bed. Miraculously I was able to fall asleep within a few minutes instead of the usual 30 to 60 minutes. I also stayed asleep through the night, rarely waking but easily returning to sleep when I did. I felt less agitated and irritated by what now seems like fairly trivial things. Big problems in life still exist but they do not dominate my mind every waking moment. I no longer feel embarrassed in social situations and just feel generally content."


"Doctor suggested Cymbalta in coping with lifes ups/downs.
Worked very well.  30mg works perfect.  Only side effect personally, erection/ejaculation.
"


"This medication given bi-weekly, 3 injections each visit (150mg), has been life-changing. Having been in an induced coma to save my life, followed by a trachyotomy, and in & out of hospital many times last year, I needed this. I went from a lung rating of 8/10 (serious) to 0,8 in 4 visits. My lungs have vastly improved, and my Prednisolone (steroid) is stabilized. Fortunately I qualify forr funding as a government patient. I only had one reaction - with the very first dose - a rash. Now I take an anti-histamine before I leave home for the injections."


"I purchased this medicine this morning at 7 however due to side effect warnings I waited until 3pm to take it when someone would be home. It is working wonders. My cough has stopped. This was given to me for a cough due to bronchitis. I will keep this in my arsenal of medicines because it seems now that I am 60 years old I have a cough most times I get sick. I am very satisfied with this and will recommend to others."


"Taking this medication after 3 day I experienced watery bowel motion."


"I found out I have PTSD, Social Anxiety Disorder and general Anxiety Disorder. I was putting myself in a bubble and would curl up in a ball just to escape. I quit a job I loved because of the stress, I quit going to to the grocery store and other public places because the anxiety was too much. Ithe was effecting my relationships and I was in a bad place where I thought that was what life was about.

After being diagnosed, I was given Zoloft. I looked at my phsycharist like he was crazy. Like this one pill a day would really have the effect of fixing me. I have taken it religiously, every day as prescribed. After 4 weeks I want to cry. I was missing so much, and haven't felt this good on years. I have my life back. Thank you zoloft"


Atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine

"My GI Doctor has tried half a a dozen different drugs for my IBS and none could seem to to do the trick. I pretty much gave up all hope until during my yearly physical my PCP (who has been practicing 35 years) mentioned I tried a much older drug called Donnatal. He told me it was an old drug but proven effective time and time again. I filled the script and immediately started taking it. I noticed improvement almost immediately and have been taking it regularly for 3 months now with no complaints. Donnatal is my miracle."


"Does great at keeping my blood pressure down but since I've been taking it I constantly feel dizzy and within the last week or so I've developed a constant cough about two-three hours after I've taken it.  In the beginning I chalked it up to allergies or me coming down with a cold, but I take the med in the evening at 5pm and by 8 I'm a coughing mess, the next day I barely cough but then I take the med at 5 and it's happening again so I'm figuring it's from the med.  The dizziness is brutal, if I bend down to pick up something and stand up too quickly I feel like I'm about to black out, never do but the feeling is there.  I doubt I stick with this for too long.  Only been on it for a little over a month."


"I used to be a paratrooper but as I aged I developed anxieties that eventually interfered with my daily life.  For example I became terrified of flying, driving in winter, or crossing bridges.  I got to the point where I would cross a bridge and even though I knew my fears were irrational, I felt like I would pass out when crossing one and would drive many miles to avoid them.  I was talking to a total stranger and mentioned my irrational fear of driving in winter and he suggested Paxil.  He was a rough neck hunter who developed a fear of climbing tree stands which made him unable to hunt.  I figured if it worked for him I should try it!  Thank goodness I did!  Game Changer!  I cross bridges and am amazed I ever feared them!"


"I've been taking opioids for back pain for almost a year so I've been dealing with constipation for about the same length of time. I took Movantik last night for the first time and within an hour I had racing heart, shortness of breath, throbbing headache. Now 20 hours later I'm so irritable I could spit and can hardly think straight. 24 hours of anxiety and cramps and nausea! I'm so grateful to see these reviews because I don't feel alone and crazy."


"I had juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.  I had an allergic reaction to naproxen so I started taking Motrin and It was very effective.  I have been in remission for about 18 years now."


"I've had cold sore for most of my life. I've tried a lot of different things but this abreva straight conquered this cold sore highly recommend this product I understand not all medication works the same for everyone but this did wonders for me."


"Clonazepam is helping me"


"Aside from making me sleepy about 6 hours after taking the capsule, didn't help much with pain."


"30 minutes after taking one 5MG tablet, I suffered chills and had to sleep in a jacket in an attempt to stay warm in July. The chills continued from 10PM to 6 AM the next morning.

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"I've been taking Aviane for 6 months and I loved it. I never had any side effects. Never gained weight, never had mood swings, nothing. I had to switch off of it this month unfortunately because it made my period last like 12 days, which isn't exactly ideal. Sad to be off Aviane, but if new ones have a lot of side effects, I might just go back to this one. "


"Zoloft is an excellent medication for treating obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, and anxiety..all of which I have. Ever since I started taking it I have been so much happier and worry free. However I am 24 years old and I enjoy to go out to the bar with my friends..and let me tell you. If you want to drink on this medication, be advised that it will completley cancel the drug out. Everytime I drink I have severe anxiety the next day. But other than that I would recomend this drug"


"I got my Mirena in August of 2015, so it's been 7 months since insertion (at this point in time). I wanted it primarily for birth control, and also to help curb my obnoxious periods- used to have to change out a Diva Cup every 4-5 hours on the heavy days. Insertion did hurt, but ibuprofen helps. The first 6 periods after insertion HURT, but deep breathing, ibuprofen, and some TLC helped a lot. Periods have gotten *significantly* lighter, to the point where I can leave my Lunette menstrual cup in for 12 hours and it's not even half way full. Definitely recommend Mirena if you have heavy periods, but patience is key. Plus you can't beat the 99.8-99.9% effectiveness rate in preventing pregnancy."


"Gianvi gave me lighter and shorter periods, clear face, no cramps, no weight gain and no spotting. The only bad things I have to say are that I was dry during sex sometimes (not sure if the pill was to blame) and I had very slight increased irritability (not severe enough to affect my life). I switched to Junel FE a week ago because I needed the extra iron but if that doesn't work too well with my body, I will definitely switch back to Gianvi. Overall, it was a good pill for me."


"I have been on this pill for two years while on the pill everything was great. I decided to come off because we are planning on having a child and now I have the most horrible acne. I never had acne as a younger adult and now as a 28 yr old how embarrassing. I would not recommend this pill to anyone!"


"I started on Yaz and had to switch because of blood clots.  My doctor then put me on Loestrin Fe and I got super depressed and emotional, so I was switched to Lutera.  I have been on Lutera for the past year and I feel moody, but it is more controllable.  Ever since I have changed to this birth control I have had a lot of infections from urinary tract infections to yeast infections to bacterial vaginosis.  I have never had any of the above before this birth control.  I have not changed my lifestyle at all and really believe its the birth control.   I have had two friends who completely agreed with me when they were taking the birth control and I am rally surprised I did not read any reviews about this."


"I used the product for the prescribed 90 days and it worked!! Cleared up this problem I had for 7 years!! It works!!"


"Holy mother of sweet baby Jesus I will never, EVER use this again. Years ago I stopped using this crap when my doc prescribed me boric acid capsules to treat my YI which are fab! Since I've been ordering the Ph-D suppositories from Amazon (also boric acid and works like a charm), but I was out and miserable, so against my better judgment I gave this a whirl again. My vajayjay is on FIRE!!! I cannot handle it! This crap has to be made by Satan himself! Don't do it ladies! "


"I got the Skyla put in.  Procedure was very similar to what I had read in all the reviews online.  Felt like some severe period cramping, but nothing that was unbearable!  I had waves of cramping throughout the rest of the day, took a little nap, but was able to go grocery shopping and even went out in the evening with no problem.  Felt mild cramping throughout the week.  Have been comfortable with it since!  Neither I nor boyfriend can feel it during sex.  Completely covered by insurance.  Worry-free birth control.  "


"Been on buspar from last 1 week...started with 5mg in the evening for few days and now 5 mg in the morning and 5 mg in the evening.  There were initial side effects such as dizziness and headaches dry mouth....but they are going down everyday.  I would say this medication is helping me already..feeling less anxious.  Even now sitting and watching game with 50 people in a bar :).  That has never happened before.  I am feeling more productive but I have to give few weeks before calling it a success.....will update in 2..3 weeks..."


"I was diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitripsin Deficiency in 2010. I currently receive weekly infusions via surgically implanted port. I infuse at our local cancer center. I have attempted Home Health and was horrified by their lack of knowledge and experience for running an IV and none of the 5 different people assigned to me took the time to access the online training on medication preparation.

Side-Effects:
Extreme tiredness, Feel drained"


"I just want to see if anyone has had this experience. My husband started axiron 4 weeks ago and the day he started it, miraculously his personality changed. He has got an extremely  low

sex drive, with a T level on the lowest side of normal levels but the main reason

he started axiron woz due to his irritable, moody, crabby personality. Thing is , he bought a new car around the same time so it is possibly a combination of things as to why his mood is not so crappy. I actually like spending time with him now and I guess I shouldn't worry as to why his persona has improved greatly but I'm just curious. He is 46."


"Female, 24 here. I have persistent low mood for one year. Finally my doctor prescribed me milnacipran; common to treat depression here (I live in Japan). I've been using it for one month now, and it is fantastic. 1x25mg at dinner time only. I don't know whether it is placebo effect or not, but at the very least, it helps regulating my sleep. I can wake up in the morning again. I enjoy things again. It is now easier to avoid depression-inducing self-blaming thoughts. Side effect: hot flash on the first several days, and tolerable nausea. Some weight loss is observed, either from being able to get more exercise and less binging, or directly caused by milnacipran."


"I no luck with statins, Dr.  put me on praluent (3.5 mo.) I have had 1 heart attack resulting with 1 stent before I started Praluent.  I also have torticollis in my neck and buldge discs in back which I am treated for, but since I started Praluent  seems like my symptoms are worse.  My neck , back, and legs hurt.  2 weeks ago I thought I was having another heart attack, went to hospital ER pain eased and EKG came back normal, possible side effect?  I am thinking about taking myself off Praluent, I am tired of feeling like garbage . I'm a 67 year old male
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"This is a wonderful medicine that will turn off the most vicious coughs.  Having said that, my doctor and I found that 5ml every 8hrs (instead of the usual max of 10ml/day) is most effective IN MY CASE; I'm about 2 meters tall and about 105 kilo.

I have asthma which is easily exacerbated; when I get any sort of cough it can (and, in the past has) turn(ed) into pneumonia. In my doctor's estimation, Tussionex has saved me about 5 trips to the hospital, over the last 10 years.

In summary: This medicine, (expensive as it may be) has, in my opinion, plausibly saved my life. It shuts the cough off and allows my lungs to heal."


"Cost me $700.00 and it did absolutely nothing. Waste of money. My Mom and cousin had the same results."


"When I first started it, I didn't notice it was giving me side effects until I look back now. The first month, I felt dizzy, anxious, depressed, and disorientated. I thought it was because I was trying to get use to the change in hormones. But, then those side effects continued, until now which is 3 months on it. I have gain 7 lbs that I had worked off before I started it. It makes me feel horrible. I've gotten lazier and have no motivation to do my school work and study. I have also had the side effect of my legs feeling numb. I have also had the side effect of low blood sugar and my hands shaking like crazy. Don't use this product. It's the worst birth control I've experienced."


"Going in and out of depressed feelings weekly."


"This has helped extremely with my bad mood swings and irritability but am having nightmares and waking up multiple time during the night feeling restless."


"Like every poor review on here they are not lying I've had yeast infections before usually  after I'm done taking my antibiotics  for some reason I have always take the 3 days bc my mother told me those were the best instead this time now I work full time always busy so I went with this 1 day monestat cream that already pre filled put it in went to bed and like everyone else work up my vagina was feeling like it was litteraly on fire I too contemplated going to the er never once felt like this from a yeast infection let alone a product meant to help my yeast infection goes to show you mommy does know best never never never again will I buy this it was su check a bad experiance itching burning sensation for 3 days in a row with this product"


"Hello ladies. I give up now. I wonder if any one of you have/had the same problems as me. I'm on Nexplanon (implant) 2 years and 2 months and it's been a crazy journey. At the very beginning it was alright my periods disappeared and I felt great. After 4/5 months it got worse... I started my periods again. Normally, my periods are really heavy and so it all began. I would be on a period for the whole month and have 2-3 days of break and then start period again. Once in a year I would have one whole month off but normally on period all the time and it's getting tiring now. The period isn't normal, it isn't red. It's brown/black. Non stop. I have been to doctors, they did tests, nothing. Found absolutely nothing."


"I LOVE NUVARING!  I have NO side effects and my doctor said it was safe to use it continuously each month, how convenient is that! I get to pick and choose when I have my cycle and I insert it and forget about it for the month, it's the most idiot proof product ever."


"I've previously used other pills, patch, and the ring.
My periods usually lasted only 4 days, however with this pill I am bleeding a lot longer.
I've started spotting and took my first pill, little did I know I would be spotting for 4 days!! Today is my 4th day on my period and it looks way too heavy. No mood swings, no weight gain, skin clear (no difference) I'm only taking this for contraceptive purpose. I am in a new relationship, and I'm very worried how long this blood flow might last."


"I took this antibiotic for a bronchial infection. I did get rid of the infection. But while on it, I had horrible nightmares (the gory kind you can't talk about); was jittery, moody and the tendonitis in my shoulder came back. I also have MS with mild symptoms. Problem is, now that I'm off of it I feel "fluish", my neck hurts, shoulder hurts, I've had horrible spasms in my legs and feet and not the kind that you get with MS. I was prescribed this because I can not take any of the "clillans" or erythamicin(sp) of a Z Pac. I have no idea when this is going to end. I would not recommend this to anyone. And don't get me started with the back pain."


"I tried Ortho Evra patch for one day and instantly the patch was extremely itchy, I had a continuous headache within hours of the medication, I felt nauseous, and a little achy. Honestly it's probably not for everyone. I'm only 145 lbs and I've never been on birth control before, so hopefully the hormones wear off and have no long-term side effects."


"I used Yasmin for 10 years and had no problems at all.  Periods were light and predictable.  No mood swings.  Everything was good.  After 10 years on it, I started experiencing hot flashes but I am too young for menopause.  Apparently, long use causes this and is easily rectified by getting off for a few months and restarting.  "


"Saphris has been a literal life changer for me. I have tried antidepressants in conjunction with mood stabilizers such as lithium and Depakote. I was combating severe depression and mania. When I first started Saphris, I was suicidal and had awful thoughts constantly. Nothing was working. I was on 1000mg of Depakote, which was as high as I could go due to my low body weight. My psychiatrist, who was the 4th psychiatrist I had seen in 6 months, added Saphris to my regimen of Depakote, 30mg of Remeron, and 10mg of Ambien for sleep. Within just a couple of days I felt GREAT! All the bad thoughts disappeared, I no longer want to die, and this medicine did not take away my (manic)creative energy like most other antipsychotics do! MIRACLE for me!"


"At first I was hesitate about taking from just the thought of having diarrhea. I manned up. The taste is like a chalky grape. It started about an hour after drinking the first bottle and the two 16oz of water. The only discomfort is I'm bloated and having small stomach cramps but nothing I can't handle."


"Made me feel better, but I had two days to go with taking the pills and then I broke out in a severe rash. I'm allergic to the medication."


"i highly recomend the non-amnesic fentanyl instead.. see other review"


"OMG.This drug is saving my life! I found out that I am 6 weeks pregnant on May 2nd. I have not held anything food down since the past 2 weeks. 3-6 times per day throwing up. I went to visit my Ob/Gym yesterday and she gave me Diclegis to try. I am in heaven, high as hell (drowsy), but for the first day I have not thrown up and my food is staying down. Pregnant with twins is not easy. Can't afford to loose too much weight. Everyone doesn't or won't have the same reaction, but I would highly recommend this drug. Precaution, take it at night only."


"I have had Chronic Pain for over 13 years, as a result of a head-on MVA (other driver was impaired) 33 years ago.  The impact caused several injuries, but my broken knee and Fibula, were the worst.  I had several surgeries, that kept me pain free and active until a TKR was required.  Due to my age, it was put off, & though the surgery went well, it was put off to long and triggered Chronic Pain.

I take Morphine 60 mg. x3/daily, which helps me function.  Recently, the doctor put me on Amytriptyline 25mg  x3/nightly.  I have cut back to one, as it is very difficult for me to wake up in the morning, no matter how early I take it the night before.  It does help with the pain though, and I do sleep much better!"


"I was put on two meds at the same time, so I had a difficult time deciding which drug was messing with me.  ie -- inflammation so bad that it created facial hot break outs on my face, lips.  I experienced increase in heart rate and shakes.  I went off Breo on the 5th of June and stayed on my other drug for diabetics..  Everything settled down and my normal self returned.  This morning I decide to reintroduce my Breo to find it definitely is the culprit.  Immediate hot flashes, shakes and increased heart rate.  I love how it works, but hate what it does for me.  Please take time to truly decipher which drug it is if you're on multiples."


"A1C was 139-179 prior to taking Kazano. Our Company changed Medical Insurance to another company, At the time United Healthcare stated that my prior medicine Janumet was not covered under United Healthcare's plan. They put me on Kazano and bloood sugar and A1C went up to 340 and 11. Later found out that UNited has a investment in the company that makes Kazano.  I would stay away form both if possible."


"This is a great medicine for migraine. Relpax works better for me that any other triptan medication, although Maxalt seems to work also. But Relpax works even faster than Maxalt.

Unfortunately, like all triptans, it is exceedingly expensive, forcing me to seek a different type of medication.

I'll be very happy if (when) Relpax becomes available in a generic."


"Lotronex was the answer to helping my IBS and making it possible to have a life out of the bathroom!  I do not understand why companies make a drug and then make it so expensive that very few can purchase it."


"I have used Antivert for seasickness and it may be the only thing I've used that really works.  The over the counter medications for car sickness did not work for me.  Also the medicated pad you wear behind the ear (scopolamine, I think) litterly puts me out for hours -- maybe you could cut a small piece.  Antivert also makes me sleepy, but less than the others.  My friend has vertigo and uses it for that with success.  It has to be prescribed, however."


"Been on off the drug for 18 months, not on any regimented schedule, but as of now I am able to skip a treatment, the same a year ago.  But this time I am taking herbs and a more veggie type diet, which for the past 6 month has equated to no longer have hypertension. 116-126/70 etc verses 142-155/90. (depends on when I am checked).  Cutting meat and adding Q-10 and Phytosterol complex, some Fish/ Krill oil and garlic helps a lot.  I say helps, the aforementioned items are the variable plus stopped using Generic Areds2 and back to the more expensive Brand name Areds2. I have two insurance polices  Tricare always turns down claim due to the word injection triggers the non-Ambulatory (Dr Office walk in, not surgical center)"


"It's almost been 1 month of taking this birth control. At first I was experiencing nausea for 5 days then it went away. I have noticed weight gain and I am constantly bloated! I've taken anti bloat meds but nothing seems to help. I work out and eat super healthy and the bloat stick and the weight can stick also! I am thinking of dropping this birth control."


"I got this birth control almost a year ago. In the beginning my periods remained the same. For about 2 months I bled every other week. It was hardly bleeding. More like spotting. Now for the past couple moths I've been skipping periods. Overall the bleeding is irregular. But it's a small price to pay for the luxury of this birth control. I don't have to remember to take pills. I have not had any weight gain. No hair loss. I have not gotten pregnant. My sex drive is the same. My moods are the same. I have not had any negative side effects besides irregular bleeding. This is the first and only birth control I have ever taken and so far it's been working just fine."


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


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


"This medicine is great for adhd but does not work for everyone in fact it made me feel angry,increased anxiety I've been dealing with and can kind of depress you i recommend adderall xr (even tho i stopped it) because ADHD is challenging and this medication made me very focused, like robot focused it was great! but i had to switch to prozac cause it gave me worse anxiety, if you have a problem with anxiety i don't recommend it,there are plenty your doctor can prescribe that don't have as much side effects. but all in out this medicine is great for treating ADHD good luck!"


"This product only helped one of my many allergic symptoms, my eyes stopped itching after two hours but my nose kept on running."


"I am 18 years old. I have already been taking birth control pills before but I was tired of taking them everyday because sometimes I would forget so my doctor did recommend me getting the Skyla since I had heavy bleeding also. I got scheduled to do it December 30th it  was the worst pain ever . I couldn't take it at all when my doctor tried to dilate my cervix so I had to get it done at the hospital and they put me to sleep. I got this done January 8th, had bleeding ever since but its very light and I have to wear panty liners everyday. I love the skyla but the bleeding isn't my favorite."


"I started on Alesse when I was 15 and it was the first birth control pill I had ever used. The first night I got awful headaches, and they carried on for the rest of the week. After that, I became very moody and just about anything could make me cry. Honestly that was the worst part, I've never been more moody and sad in my life. After about four months I began getting two periods a month, and I finally got fed up and switched pills."


"I have been taking 200mg of trazodone since December 10 2011, at night for sleep. It takes me one and a half to two hours after taking it to fall asleep and I wake back up between 1 and 3am. I will be seeing my doctor in a week to see what he says about going to a higher dosage at night. Ambien 10mg only worked for me a short time and Lunesta 3mg never worked for me. Lunesta just gave me a BAD headache all day."


"This is an absolutely terrible medication. It made my rosacea so, so, so, so much worse and caused acne and rosacea bumps that I've never had before after only about 5 days of use. My face feels like it is on fire now even though I have discontinued this medication. I am constantly red. Everything is so much worse than before I started this."


"I found that this medicine gave little or no effect in treating my fibromyalgia. However, since everyone's body chemistry is different it may give mild to medium relief. My sister has it also, gave her mild relief."


"severe headache (seems like my head is gonna explode)
nausea & vomiting"


"Drysol worked perfectly. I'm not sure why my hands sweated so much, perhaps they were sweaty cause I have really bad anxiety. Either way Drysol stopped it. Now I don't have to worry about if my hands are sweaty when I need to shake someones hand or avoid even shaking it. Drysol is amazing and has changed my life. "


"Update from 06/24/10 post! I have been on Adipex 37.5 for 2 weeks and 3 days now. I have lost a total of 13 pounds in this amount of time. The only problem I have been having are headaches so I am taking myself off this medicine for about 3 days. I'm still walking everyday, doing light weights, Zumba once a week and not taking the medicines on weekends. I do notice that I am a little hungrier when off the medicines, but I just find something to keep my mind off food. Like I'll get up and take a walk outside or go chat with a co-worker. I keep Graham crackers, fruits and water for snack, when I get the hunger feelings. Starting weight was 251lbs current is 238lbs. I will keep updating!"


"The insertion does hurt but it's tolerable. I'm glad I didn't read these reviews beforehand because I would've been super freaked out! I got my Skyla inserted about 4 days ago and the worst part was after the insertion because I got some pretty painful cramps. They went away after about 5 hours and haven't came back. I'm still spotting a little bit but nothing too bad. If you're reading these reviews just remember everyone's body reacts differently to birth control."


"I've had panic disorder with agoraphobia for years now and have been going through medications, trying to find the right medicine and dose.  Zoloft (the generic of Zoloft) was the third medication I've tried.  I started at a lower dose and went up to a dose of 100 mg daily.  I had no significant side effects on the lower dose, but experienced bad side effects at the higher dose, such as night sweats, very dry mouth, and issues in thought (such as losing my train of thought fairly frequently).  I weaned off slowly and experienced flu like body aches for a couple of weeks as I came off of it.  I don't recall any benefit that I got from being on this drug.  Unfortunately, this medicine did not work for me."


"I just bought the Monistat 3 day pack with the cure and itch. The cream burns very badly and begins to dull a little over time, but I had to use an ice pack just to feel better. There is some vaginal itching from the cream as a side effect too which I find odd considering it's supposed to be for itch relief.

I have no choice but to finish the next 2 days, but would think twice if I ever have to  go through this again.

The first time I used this product, which was over 10 years ago, there was never a burning reaction, just a cooling effect, which makes sense for an anti-itch cream. I don't know what happened to the formula, but something changed."


"I can almost eat/drink normally now that I'm on Carafate Suspension 4x per day. I only have a flare up 1-2x per month now, mainly when I've been eating poorly or have come into contact with bacteria, etc. I take it in conjunction with Nexium & Librax because I have acid reflux, bile reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and GERD."


"I have gotten cold sores/fever blisters since I was a young boy. I too have tried it all. I find that taking a small amount of Lysine and eating a Lysine rich diet, low in arginine help to prevent them, but they inevitably come around. I just had a cold sore and it was a tricky one. Sometimes they don't start tingling until it has already swollen. Once I realized it was one, I had waited a full day too late, but I was still very impressed. Thirty minutes after taking one, the tingling stopped. The next morning it was half the size. I had two that day and by the third day it was gone. I have every hope that if I take it within an hour next time, it will stop it cold. Awesome."


"I wouldn't wish this medicine on my worst enemy. There are other major issues with this medicine than the horrific uptake and withdrawal symptoms.  If I missed one single dose of this medication, it made me crazy. Mood swings, dizziness, suicidal thoughts, blurry vision, and more. The only reason I gave it a 2 was because if you're PERFECT at taking your medication, then it might work for you. Maybe. But be ready for the withdrawals because it was the worst few weeks of my life."


"Started on 100mg of Augmentin for Sinus infection. Cleared up sinuses well but had severe diarrhea. I wasn't concerned by this considering it's the common side effect but I just took my last dose, not four hours later I threw up twice and had more bowel movements. This medication was not for me."


"Took it as soon as I got home from the doctor, 2 pills a day for 10 days but missed 2 doses when I thought I was better. A couple of days later I was sneezing like crazy and had a bad cough. Don't miss doses! Even when you think you're cured."


"I have been on Seasonique for 2 weeks. I love this pill although I haven't been on it very long, I have noticed my increased sex drive with my husband. I haven't had any symptoms other then some spotting that happened once. I would definitely recommend this pill to every woman."


"Seems to work quite well on my allergies as well as on hives"


"Just plain awful tasting, and after all the pain and suffering, it did not clean me out well enough and so the doctor said I have to have the colonoscopy redone in six months!"


"Horrible!!! I don't recommend this medication to anyone. Never felt this bad before. Itching and burning is unbearable after inserting the dissolving plastic egg."


"I've been on this pill for years now .. I actually like this one so much better than some of the others I took prior to it.  I have little to no period each month, no mood swings, overall .. I'm very happy with it."


"Took diclofenac 75 mg DR (delayed release)  twice / day for 1 month, then once / day for 2 weeks, then stopped.   Worked well with 90-95% improvement in reduced pain and stiffness due to inflammation from one degenerative disk in lower back and some osteoarthritis  --- within 3-4 days !   No side effects.  Take with food on the stomach.  Drink more water than normal to flush system and hydrate kidneys."


"Helps me when I'm sick from not taking any pills (I'm an addict)"


"I'm on Abilify in conjunction with Lamictal. In ten years this combination is the only one that has worked. While it took some tweaking it is well worth it. Two side effects, constipation and eye rolling."


"I had pain behind my eyes, a headache, sore throat, and general joint pain. Took 1 tablet before a nap and woke up mostly pain free. No side effects as yet."


"I've had the implant for 2 months. This past week I was hospitalized for stroke-like symptoms. After several tests it was concluded that the hormones from the implant were causing complex migraines. I don't know why I was not asked if I am prone to migraines, because it would've saved me a lot of trouble. If you are thinking of using the implant, please discuss it carefully with your doctor. No one expressed concern about migraines like they should have with me. If you are prone to migraines, I highly recommend you do NOT have the implant."


"I've dealt with chronic nerve/back/arthritis pain for 17 years. I've taken just about everything there is to take including patches and an implanted neurostimulator. Oxy worked best but isn't available any more due to misuse. Belbucca has been good for me. I do get occasional migraines-Excederin Migraine works. I don't have the problem others have, I stick it on my cheek near my molars and it never falls off. There are trial blank films available to practice with. My biggest side effect after 6 months is quickened tooth decay. I have also had to learn how to deal with not having the euphoria effect of the other meds that gets you moving and effects mood. It's like the old days taking Advil and pain just leaves. I'm me again-I like that."


"Diagnosed 6 years ago as Bipolar 2 after 20 years of being all over the place. crazy ups/back downs but only ever treated for depression, I was put on a variety of medications in the first year that made me so ill, weight gains/losses, irrational thoughts/ideas, constantly felt ill with colds/flu had to keep changing medications and doses to see if they would work, then given Depakote, wow I felt human again within 2 weeks, settled, calm, clear head no side effects, its done wonders for me that no other got close to, I have my life back"