"Be careful when taking this medicine. Very helpful to relieve depression, but will interfere with your sleep. After only taking it for 4 days, I was fired for falling asleep on the job because I did not hear the phone or the knock on the dept door.  I do not remember going to sleep as I usually would and normally I'm a very light sleeper. It also made me sweat a lot and I lost the ability to cry. On the good side, it relieved my depression, I lost my appetite and my thoughts became much clearer."


"I have been taking this medicine since age 46.  I am now 60. Although I have had a steadily increasing dose over the years (now 20/25 twice/day), my pressure has been controlled from an initial 155/90 to its present 125/80.  I have had virtually no side effects, although due to the high dosage of hydrochlorothiazide, I have to be careful not to overdue the sun exposure."


"I've been taking birth control regularly since I was 17 and this is by far my worst experience (I've been on 6 different pills that I can remember). Within the first month and a half I gained 12 pounds which has never been a problem before on any other b.c. The pills did nothing to help with the cramping that comes with a period, or with my endometriosis pain. All and all I was completely dissatisfied with this medication. The only "positive" here is that I didn't get pregnant while on this medication."


"NEVER again will I purchase this product. I NEVER do reviews but I figured it let the next woman know so that she won't experience the pain and agony I'm currently experiencing! The nurse at my drs office advised me to purchase this product until I was able to be seen in the office. WORSE DECISION EVER! Here I am on day 2 itching and burning like crazy after inserting, mind you I was absolutely fine before doing so. It is HORRIBLE and I cannot wait to call the nurse in the morning!"


"3 months of being on Atripla,my HIV test came out -,been on it for over a year.I take it in the mornings,as I had no after effects from the beginning.It is majestic!"


"This medication is by far the best migraine medicine that I have used. The only thing that works better is a trip to the ER and then you have to suffer for hours and hours waiting on the doctor and have an extremely high bill. IMITREX always works for me."


"Don't feel any difference with this medication 2 tablets 1 in morning 1 at night doesn't work for me at all 250mg"


"I have suffered from migraines for at least 15 years and tried so many medications and therapies to help. Maxalt is the only thing that helps me. I have missed a day to three of work in a row from migraines and now do not have to miss any. It takes the pain away within an hour. I don't get any effects from the drug really, maybe a bit tired once and awhile. My only complaint is the wafer tastes pretty gnarly but it is worth it!"


"No sleep as yet, 10mg Ambien last night 20 tonight! Last night I fell asleep after about 4 hours (normal for me with or without meds) I woke up fealing really rather strange, lethargic almost. Passes after 2-3hours with coffee! tonight on 20mg it's been 3 hours so far! Light headache very restless."


"I experienced much harder and longer lasting erections, which in turn increased length and girth back to a younger time, which made things more enjoyable for my wife and I. Even found myself waking with an erection which I didn't realize I had missed so much. The one side affect was the lower back ache that lasted several days, but it was worth it. It was a free trial and I received several samples from my doctor. Otherwise, now I can't afford them and they aren't covered under my insurance."


"Tested positive for the big C a week ago, currently right in the middle of my treatment at work. The stomach pains are the worst, along with  diarrhea and nausea. Also full body chills and sleepiness. I took it with applesauce and some crackers. Don't take it at work, take it while you are in the comfort of your own home! Crossing my fingers for myself and everyone else!"


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"Caused extreme pain in arms legs joints disappeared after changing to pradaxa"


"I took Rytary for approximately 1 month in 2016. The worst experience in the 14 years I have had Parkinson's disease. My Neuro tried different doses at different times of the day, it would only work with Sinemet to help kickstart at first, after about a week it was no longer predictable. Several times I had to crawl because I could not walk, once I got up to go the bathroom but could not cross the threshold and had to urinate on the floor. The last day my Neuro asked me to try 4 capsules at once as a last resort, It was 2 hours before I could get out of bed!
I still feel the effects to this day."


"It helps with the intense mood swings, negative emotions are less severe. On an 800mg a day dose, half in the morning, half at night."


"My two-and-half year old son had severe reactions to Malarone. We were put on Daraprim for the entire 6 weeks of our stay and two weeks following our return to the US and we never got sick. We took precautions to not get bitten but did wind up getting a few mosquito bites but we never got sick. So, my feeling is the Daraprim worked in preventing us from getting malaria!"


"I took Paxil in highschool in 2000 for severe social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder. I stopped going to school...Stopped eating..Stopped socializing with family and friends. Paxil changed my life back then. I started going to school, I made high honors, I started eating and having a life again.

After that time my anxiety was manageable. I went off the Paxil and just used Valium for panic attacks. For years I was able to keep my anxiety under control with the least amount of medication as possible.

Now (June 2017) I am experiencing the same  bad anxiety I dealt with years ago. I'm back on Paxil (day 2) and I feel good. I hope it changes me so I can enjoy life again, make my partner happy and start working again. Give Paxil a try!!"


"This medicine really works for me. I lost 15 pounds in one month. Less cravings for sugar or snacks. Eating two protein shakes for breakfast and lunch (Medifast and/or Isagenyx) and a lean meat and green salad for dinner. Low carbohydrates and fat diet in general, plenty of veggies and lean meat or eggs. 30 mins of aerobic exercise a day. Like someone said, it's will power in a pill. The only side effect was a headache the first two days and Advil took care of it. I'm naturally a relaxed and happy person, but I do feel a general wellbeing and sleep better. I also felt a little more distracted than usual for a couple days at the beginning but after that nothing else. If you want to lose weight and feel better, try Belviq. Good luck to all!"


"I was on DEPO PROVERA before Lutera. It was terrible. My mood swings were terribly out of control, bleeding was always there and depression occurred. Switching to Lutera was a good idea because it is a low dose birth control which has helped my mood swings tremendously!"


"Have been on it for about a month and no spotting. It's obviously effective because I'm not pregnant, but the only problems I have are weight gain (I'm eating like a horse) and the worst acne I've probably ever had in my life. I'm going to wait it out and see what happens, but hoping it goes away. Was on Sprintec and it made me throw up every day, had to get off and so far those are the only downfalls of this one."


"I have suffered chronic lower back pain (due to ankylosing spondylitis) for years, which I was treating it with Advil.  After I was diagnosed with AS, my doctor put me on Relafen (Nabumetone).  It's been 3 months now and my back pain has virtually disappeared! I only hope the side effects from taking this long-term are not severe."


"After trying all kinds of pain medicines, I was about ready to give up.  I was having issues at work, couldn't take care of my kids let alone myself because of the severity of the pain.  My doctor decided to try me on Oxycontin and it has been a miracle.  I can play with my kids again.  My productivity at work has increased three-fold.  I am not calling in sick all the time and I am enjoying life.  I start clinicals in the fall.  Miracle."


"I'm taking Cipralex.
I was in a car accident and about a year after the accident I started getting anxiety.
My background: I was in the military and grew up on a farm. I was raised to be tough and to deal with my problems head on myself.
The whole anxiety thing I thought was for weak people. People with weak minds who just couldn't handle life. The funny thing with anxiety is it does not make sense.
I was always an outgoing person up for anything at the drop of a dime.
I started getting anxiety just talking to people and around my family. I would get these episodes of feeling like I was out of my body and spaced out. Not knowing how to respond or thinking the person I was talking to knew I was really anxious.
Cipralex has saved me"


"So I am 20 and could not get it up for about a year and I was so depressed I almost gave up. So at this point I said why not, and told my doctor. He put me on 20 mlg sildenafil. I took two just to test by my self. And yes it worked with no problems I then went on to regan my life and started working out again sleeping better in a way it saved my life..... In the long run I think I might have problems later in life but for now I can live again."


"This does nothing for me. Nothing. I could take 4 pills and feel nothing while usually 1-2 pills of Ambien works well. I do have to take 5 days break with Zolpidem because the tolerance builds but I find it relatively easy on the to give it a break without any side effects except from sleeping later. I don't like benzos for sleep. A low dose does not make me fall asleep and a high dose makes me groggy the next day. Tradozone types don't make me sleep, I feel lethargic and hungry/depressed. I can't sleep the normal 11pm-7am and I always wake up after 4 hours of sleep or then fall back asleep after 30 mins or more. It's so annoying. Zolpidem is the only that works for me, save I take some breaks from it. Also, the bitter taste is SO real."


"After having my second child, I developed a few ovarian cysts and endometriosis.  My doctor told me I needed birth control.  Out of all the options with birth control, the Mirena seemed to be the best option for me.  I don't have to remember to take a pill everyday, my periods are light to non-existent, and I'm still baby-free and cyst-free!  This is my 5th year using Mirena.  I just recently had it replaced (9 days ago).  I'm experiencing a few cramps on my left side, and I was spotting this morning, but that's all normal.  The removal of the last Mirena was a bit uncomfortable, but that's the only negative thing I have to say about it."


"Currently taking pseudoephedrine for chronic sinus migraines and ear congestion whilst waiting for a specialist appointment. I have found it the most effective pain relief for the sinus migraines and I have tried everything - hot compresses, inhaling steam, saline sprays, nasal sprays, antihistamines, decongestants, panadeine, ibuprofen, codeine. It is not clearing up the source of the problem but does provide some relief."


"Switched from Sub 24mg or so  to buna,
15mg . Just fine,  A little getting used to!!  it only takes 15 minutes to  (ABSORB)  Not dissolve !!!  I  spit out  the (Goo) after at least 15 minutes!!!  15mg to 9mg to 6mg !!! I'm probably going to stay here for a while ??  I don't want to screw up a good thing !!  This is the best stuff out there For us CHRONIC Addict's ! I have my life back"


"Only lasts for a month, no matter what I couldn't concentration."


"Levitra 20mg. Also have Viagra 100mg.  Prescribed because I was having trouble getting "back in the saddle" after a long marriage and very little dating/sex since.  Levitra seems to work faster and last a bit longer. My partner also said I appeared harder. Problem is the climax with Levitra is not as intense as with Viagra. Both Levitra and Viagra climax are less intense than without either.  The trade-off is, of course, I can last ALOT longer than without either medication so that's a huge plus. I did half the Levitra and that seemed to work better (full 20mg I did not climax).  For both:  Nasal congestion (solved with Afrin); mild vision change (blue tinge); slight stomach upset/indigestion."


"I'm 17. I've been having back pains for three years on and off. One day I feel my spine and its curved. Got an appointment, recently got Xrays. Till the results I'm prescribed naproxen it works. Its very helpful I can sleep better."


"I have no idea how the FDA approved this cream. It LITERALLY BURNS AND BLISTERS YOUR FACE. I always make sure I read the side effects on medications and this one explicitly said there were "NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS" only "RARE SIDE EFFECTS." The cream would work for maybe 5 hours tops before my entire face would start sweating and become increasingly red. At night I would lay in bed  with an ice pack on my face because my skin left my sheets burning hot. After a couple weeks I woke up and my face felt scaley and had hundreds of tiny bumps which turned out to be blisters. I literally wanted my old rosacea face back because it looked and felt like I had stuck my face in the sun and shook it around with this medication. Avoid at all costs."


"This is my sixth month on Sprintec for acne. I started on Yaz and within the first week, I was so sick I couldn't take it and called my doctor to switch. I was also nauseous for the first week of every month, for about four months. It slowly got better and now I feel no side effects at all. My acne is a thousand times better and it's so relieving to have clear skin. Also I recently became sexually active and it's much more convenient than any other form of birth control.

Make sure you stick it out, you'll get over the nausea eventually. I took Dramamine which helped suppress the sickness but it made me tired, but it made it bearable so I say try it."


"I had diarrhea for a year and a half following gall bladder removal. I am so grateful to be able to eat without running to the bathroom within ten minutes. The day after I began taking Welchol, I won a dualthlon, probably because I didn't need to use the restroom and I ate a decent breakfast. Thanks for giving me my life back!"


"I've just gotten the second shot today, and I must say I love it, haven't had my period had the tiniest bit of spotting I still get cramps when I'm due for my period but nothing else.  I have also not gotten pregnant at all.  Probably the best decision I ever made."


"Having mitral valve prolapse from last 14 years , palpitation increased in last 1-2 years was put on metroporol 25 mg daily. Heart beat is 60- 110 beats but feel flurry, blurdvission"


"Great at first. Now I've had stomach pain for the last 3 days. I'm on my 3rd patch. Not sure if I should stop or not."


"This drug started working but gave me the worst case of diarrhea.  Very hard on the gastrointestinal tract."


"Take a pair of pliers after you purchase a new bottle and crack the red casing off.  Clear top underneath will open and you will be able to breathe again."


"I have been on Cymbalta for one month for relentless anxiety and depression, after trying Paxil, Wellbutrin, Prozac and many others I can not even remember the names of. There has been a loss of appetite for a few weeks but it has mostly gone away. It caused panic in the beginning but Ativan helped a little with that. After a week I felt really good(20 mg) and have been up and down ever since. It has helped a lot but so far it is not the answer. "


"It works very well at first but I seem to have gotten used to it very fast. After about 3 months I'm already on the max dose of 300mg."


"I had this inserted a couple of weeks ago.  Insertion was painful but didn't last long.  Just started my first period since insertion and I've never had cramps this painful in my life.  Felt like I was in labor.  Period is much heavier and my abdomen is tender.  I'm going to hang in there and give this a shot since I am 44, a smoker, and didn't want to risk being on the pill anymore.  I am told the negative side effects should taper off, so I'll have to wait and see.  Sex was a little painful at first - I don't know if it's just my being nervous about possible pain, but I felt little twinges of pain during.  We'll see how it goes and I'll post updates as I go."


"I am absolutely in LOVE with Excedrin Migraine ! Wheneve I have the worst migraine , I always take this pill & it goes away so fast . I've been having migraines since I was about 11 & at first I would take Advil because I didn't know about Excedrin . But, as soon as I found this, I never went back . I swear by this pill . It's the only thing that really works for me . I don't know why for me it doesn't give me a stomach ache . I just took some this morning because I had the worst migraine & I couldn't wait to eat something first . But my stomach is fine still . I would 1000% recommended Excedrin to anyone !"


"I have recently been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and have found Lamictal (lamotrigine) to not only balance my mood, but to elevate me back to feeling human.  This is profound and very refreshing.  Having experienced mild to very severe depression all of my life, I have also had an acute and moderately severe manic episodes. Over the past two months I have worked my Lamictal dose very slowly up to 200mgs of Lamictal coupled with 25 to 100mg of Seroquel (primarily for insomnia and secondarily for mood).  Side effects have included memory loss, word recall problems, and distinct weight gain (even though I exercise often and rigorously).  Overall I would say this is a wonderful medicine."


"I got my implant about 3 weeks ago & so far I love it. Procedure was quick & painless.. Got no bruising what so ever & healed nicely. Can not even tell it is there! I've had no unexpected bleeding or spotting. Right now I'm just experiencing breast tenderness & although it is really uncomfortable, I'm sure being pregnant would feel worse! Really happy with this decision.. I hope my upcoming months are just as smooth."


"I started Saxenda 27/04/17 and so far I love it! Down 5 pounds already...what! lol
I'm rarely hungry and get full pretty quick. I either walk 4-5km a day or ride my recumbent bike for an hour. Drinking lots of water and eating clean. The first day I felt a little queasy but nothing that kept me from work or daily routine.  No bowel issues either. Wake up each morning with a headache but it passes pretty quick once I'm up and around. I was a little hesitant before starting because of the reviews I read about all the side effects, but I haven't had many at all. Not crazy about spending $450 a month on it, but if it keeps on doing what its doing, its priceless to me!"


"I've had the implant in for nearly 3 months and hate it. I am constantly bleeding some days are heavier than others. I've always got a headache. I want to eat all the time and the mood swings are terrible, so getting it removed. I just want to feel normal again."


"Hi
I was put on 10mg. amlodipine mid December by my cardiologist. After 4 weeks, bouts of insomnia started creeping in, nausea (to the point that my stomach wanted to really vomit), and my hands and feet started to sweat profusely. After a week, I started feeling tingling sensations in my hands and feet as well as palpitations. I fainted at work about 1.5 weeks ago, doctors couldn't find out what the problem was. I almost fainted last Sunday, and again doctors couldn't see what the problem was, though maybe it could be side effects of the amlodipine. The cardiologist shifted me over to enalapril 10mg instead. Been off the drug for 3 days now, but still feel side effects. When do they disappear?"


"I have been suffering from anxiety and paranoia for about 6 months now. The past month has been extreme with constant thought that I'm going to die, when health wise I'm perfectly fine besides needing to lose a few pounds. It has gotten to the point where every ache and pain makes me think something is wrong with me and that I'm going to die. I fear being alone with my 8 months old the most. I fear something will happen to me and nobody will know and my baby will be alone in the house until daddy gets home. I tried almost everything except medicine because I am scared of side effects. Prescribed fluoxetine 20mg. I've had the prescription for 2 weeks and been holding off. I finally gave in and started today. Your posts give me hope."


"I was taking 40mg of Adderall per day for ADD, before my Narcolepsy diagnosis. At that point the dose was raised to 30mg, 2 times per day. That dose helped a bit more with the ADD symptoms, but I'm still exhausted and sleep-walking thru my day. It does give me 4-5 hours to be productive and get my work/errands done before I crash again, around 3:30pm. I've been on Adderall for several years and at first it seemed like a miracle drug. On 20mg/day I felt awake for the first time in my life. But now, about 8 years later, I think my tolerance is way up, as the 60mg/day I take now is no where as effective as the 20mg was years ago. Until there is better treatment for Narcolepsy, Adderall is better than nothing."


"I'v been on Armour thyroid for over fifteen years except for one year when I had a physician who would not prescribe Armour.  Synthroid was a nightmare for me.  However, in the last several years, I have noticed a definite difference in each refill of Armour.  One refill leaves me fat and moody and the next one may cause me to feel normal and lose five or six pounds effortlessly.  This is NOT OK for anyone.  A huge price increase and such an inferior, and unpredictable product should make us all angry.  Our hands are tied unless we can buy the manufacturer."


"I had Mirena inserted after the birth of my second child, since 2008. Insertion was not painful at all. I did have some cramps and bleeding on and off for the first 3 months and got a bit bloated due to water retention but after 6 months everything was fine. Mirena gave me peace of mind as I don't have to worry about getting pregnant all the time. It has improved my sex drive and sex life and thus as a couple my husband and I can enjoy a better relationship.
I have also recommended to my friends and they seem to be happy about it as well."


"I'm pregnant. I had unprotected sex one time, and took this the next day. I'm now 7 weeks pregnant."


"I recommend Avonex 100%. I have had MS 8 yrs and since have had no new lesions or episodes. The flu-like symptoms were bad for the first 3 or 4 years but have since basically disappeared. Occasionally, I will have headaches the morning after the shot. Hope this helps you in your decision to choose Avonex."


"My face has gotten progressively worse. I have been using soolantra for 6 weeks and I have decided to stop because I literally now have a skin problem much worse than before. My whole face now has a blackhead in every pore and although my skin was never perfect it is now ruined by this medication. I go to sleep and wake up the next morning to find 8 to 10 pustules appearing overnight. This stuff has made my condition way worse."


"I just started taking Apri about two months ago. I love it. My periods used to be unpredictable and heavy. Now they come at the same time every month, and are MUCH lighter. I actually don't mind getting my period anymore."


"I don't represent anyone but myself (I'm always skeptical about these posts).  I know everyone is different.  I've been depressed to one degree or another my whole life, and have tried nearly every medicine that's come along, from the early tri-cyclics through MAO inhibitors, to SSRI/SNRIs.  None worked well enough in the long run to compensate for the side effects (sexual dysfunction, weight gain, others).  After 3 years of mild depression and no medicines, things got severe again.  I'm in week 3 of Pristiq.  Mood improved within 24 hours, and I feel as though my brain's turned on again.  I have mild side effects (sleep and jaw clenching), but these are tolerable for the mood improvement.  Hope it keeps working, and wish everyone good luck."


"I've been on this medication for several years now.  During winter months we up my dose and in spring reduce it. After about 12 years of trying SSRI's and not having a lot of success we tried this drug.  It has been the best medication for my depression.  There are a number of precautions that you must remember to take.  #1  Challenge each doctor to check and see if a new medication will react badly to the Emsam, a lot of the medications have interaction with Emsam.  Also you must give up aged things, like Pepperoni, Salomi, Beer, Wine, and Worchester and Soy sauces.  I learned the hard way about the last 2.  Most important thing is challenge all new medications and MAKE the doctor look them up.  "


"Have osteoarthritis in knee. I have taken this for years with no side effects. 50mg lets me take less for good days and more as needed. I cannot take the COX II type medicines, tried them all. My knee is not repairable. Without this medicine I would be on a walker."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I have been on beyaz for about 4 years and had been very happy with it--it controlled my mild acne which is one of the main reasons for taking this birth control. About 5 months ago, my insurance started to send me rajani instead, and although I was upset about the change initially, I did not have a single pimple during the 3 months I was on it. My insurance somehow started covering beyaz again and started mailing it out to me. I'm starting my second month on it again and I am noticing more occasional pimples (that I remember getting prior to rajani). I'm considering asking my doctor to switching me to rajani for good."


"Had no effect on blood pressure, even after increasing to the maximum prescribing dosage."


"I just started taking chantix 3 days ago. I so far have had no side effects at all and i have only smoked 1/2 pack today. I am a 26 year old and I have smoked for 12 years. I am really hopeful that this will help me quit. I did have a strange dream last night but im not sure it was from the meds or not."


"I found Savella helpful for my fibromyalgia.  I was on 50 mg x day.  I was probably on it two years when I began to get high blood pressure, palpitations, drenching sweats and a general feeling of unrest.  I stopped taking it and all side effects began to leave.  I could not tolerate taking it anymore.  I did not think it was really doing much until I stopped taking it and as it left my system I began feeling flare ups of fibromyalgia symptoms.  I find I am sensitive to Neurontin, Lyrica, prednisone, many medications."


"Hello to everyone reading this. In the summer of 2012 I had the worst panic attack. I thought I was having a heart attack and immediately rushed to the hospital. Long story short, I was prescribed Lexapro since I was not progressing and had lost 40 lbs in less than a month. I spent nights crying asking why me. Within two weeks of taking 20mgs, I felt like my old self again. I was no longer socially anxious when it came to conversing with people and was thankful to be alive. The depressed and anxious me stayed home all day and lay in bed, but not anymore. Been off it 3 months now but advice to others is not to research 100 different sites for side effects."


"I took Plan B within 24 hours of having unprotected sex. I was 3 weeks away from having my next period. About 1 week after taking Plan B I had spotting for a few days. Then nothing. The date for period came and went and I was very anxious and stressed when I did not get my period. My period finally came 17 days late. Thank god."


"Could not focus at all before adderall. Took for 21 days aka 3 weeks and could finish task at hand, after 21 days focus doubled and I have taken on more tasks and can finish with time to spare and @ 100% no errors. It works."


"I have been using Suboxone since Sept 2010. I had 21 years clean thru N.A. and A.A. due to an amphetamine addiction in my youth. Due to health problems (back injury) my doctor started me on hydrocodone, Xanax and Soma. One day I realized that my life was going nowhere. I could not function throughout the day without my medication. I seemed to be right back in my addiction. I since have started the Suboxone therapy and for me, it has been not only the means to get back on track without OPIATES, MUSCLE RELAXERS, and ANTI DEPRESSANTS. I personally believe not enough is said about the pain relief this medication brings, but also the anti depressant qualities the medication has as well. Take action."


"I'm on my second Mirena, I got my first one at 17, and just got my second one two weeks ago. I am having at little more cramping with this one that I didn't experience with the first one. I had a wonderful doctor who gave me the medication that helps dilate your cervix if you haven't given birth. I love the Mirena I recommend it to anyone! I highly recommend taking Tylenol before hand."


"I have been on oxycontin and oxycodone for years. Up to 400 mg a day - and that was taken as prescribed. I'm not a drug addict but unfortunately medicines of this nature cause physical dependence and it doesn't matter if you use them as prescribed or not, after prolonged use, the withdrawal is horrific, to say the least. You don't need to be an addict to use Suboxone. Suboxone allows you to detox in a nice, comfortable and more importantly, a humane way. If you have pain, the pain will not go away. It's not perfect but it will take care of most of the detox symptoms in a way that you will be able to function. You don't have to go "cold turkey" and it's even better than "tapering off" what you're used to taking. Try Suboxone, it works."


"It doesn't work even after upping the dosage several times"


"I took one pill (5mg--I'm a 120lb female) last night at 11pm and went to bed a little while after, and woke up around 2am with mild cramping.  Went to the bathroom (just urinating) and then went back to sleep.  I then woke up in the morning at 8am a little with minimal cramping and bowel pressure, but upon going to the bathroom I still didn't have a bowel movement.  I decided to drink a cup of strong coffee, hoping that would help, and about 5 minutes later went back to the bathroom and had a bowel movement.  I then had 3 more over the next 6 hours, all completely controlled.  This medicine really helped without I didn't have any severe cramping or pain and now fell 90% back to normal less than 24 hours after I took the medicine!"


"Cymbalta increased my pulse rate to 110 to 120 bpm. Went back to doctors office was given beta blocker medication to decrease my heart pulse. Cymbalta also did not help with panic attack, anxiety and depression. Bad side effects especially dizziness all day long."


"I really like this pill! The only major lasting side effect was weight gain and I did put on quite a few pounds within a couple months, but it's nothing too worrisome. I also have never gotten my period will on this pill and it has been about a year now since I have first taken it. I have talked to my physician and it is normal. All I get is a bit of brown-ish substances when I'm on the sugar pills. My acne has cleared up wonderfully. I have such great skin and have gotten many compliments on it! The downside is my skin has dried up quite a bit, but moisturizer helps. Overall, I really love this brand of birth control, but because I want to follow a more natural path for my menstrual cycle, I will be swapping to a different brand."


"I am been on Belviq for almost a year.  Immediately upon starting the medication I notice a difference. I didn't have much of an appetite.  I have lost 85 pounds so far.  It's expensive but my health is priceless so I made other adjustments to be able to afford the medication.  With a reduced diet and exercise everyone should get results."


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


"I had the paragard  2005-2015.  Absolutely no issues.  I went this route to avoid having to take a pill everyday or take time out of my schedule for a visit to an office for a shot.

I was 31 when it was inserted.  At the 10 year mark I wanted to get it replaced, ended up getting Mirena due to pharmacy ordering issues.  It's been just over a year with the Mirena and I am requesting to have it switched to the ParaGard. Although Mirena is low dose hormone IUD, supposedly restricted to the cervical/uterine location, I prefer just knowing there are no additional hormones ."


"After major surgery in 2010 my doctor told me to start using Miralax. I have used it daily every day since then. I was told to never strain during a bm again. Along with is this I eat 25 grams of fiber in my cereal every morning, a serving of prunes (7), one 5 gram of fiber protein bar, 2 fiber capsules, and drink 6-8 glasses of water ever day and finish the day with an apple for the pectin. And I cannot stop any of these items or I have problems. I do not have any blockages and have a colonoscopy every 3 years. Miralax places an important part and my doctor has no issues with me continuing to take it."


"If you are reading this the night before you are going to get skyla put in, STOP READING NOW. Every woman is different so how you react will more than likely not be the same as these horror stories you see on here. I made the mistake of reading these and I was so nervous for my appointment.  I'll admit, the insertion was extremely painful but only lasted less than a minute. I was lightheaded and my legs were numb for about 5 minutes but I was able to drive myself home. I had some cramping afterwards but nothing too severe. Some ibuprofen every 4 hours made them go away. I got mine put in 2 days ago and my cramps have completely gone away. I'm looking forward to seeing how this works for me! Don't let the negative comments steer you away."


"I have moderate acne, cysts blackheads white heads on cheeks and chin. Applied nightly to face for 6 weeks, no improvement noticed. Got the purging period I think, but it never got any better.

Am taking anti-biotics now hopefully those help instead"


"I started taking this pill when I was 16, I am now 20. The pill started out fine and I loved it for the past 3 years but this last year is different. Starting the pill it cleared my acne up very well. I only gained maybe 10lbs at most, but that's as well as growing up and fitting into my body. The pill has worked great for birthcontrol. It has made me have a regular, light 3-4 day period every month. Rarely any cramps too. But this past year I have been noticing a few different side effects. My cramping is getting worse with each period, I started spotting more monthly and during my period I get severe migranes. Stopping the pill for a month to see if my headaches get better.."


"I’ve had the Kyleena IUD for just over 3 months, (I have like no pain tolerance) it was incredible painful the day I got it inserted, on the way home I had to sit with the seat laid back and my feet on the dash to find a little comfort, ever since when my period come I cramp really badly starting a few days before, lasting thill the end of my period, I also spot for like a week after my period, my cramps are to a level now that sometimes I can’t move and I just wanna drop, I’ve got hold of my gyn to get it removed, I can’t do the pain anymore, I have PCOS and it’s more painful than my first period after 8 months without one, it’s almost as bad as cyst bursting on my ovaries pain wise."


"Many side effects. Such as muscle pain, weakness, tenderness, gas, blurred vision."


"I've written a review on here a couple times, first when I had first started on Accutane and second when I was on my fourth month. I just finished my last pill last night & I'm hopeful that my face will stay clear. I still have dry lips & dry skin, that will eventually go back to normal but otherwise my skin is completely clear & I'm not scared to wear less makeup, before I would literally look like a cake face. All I have is a lot of left over marks and discoloration but my dermatologist and I have already talked about chemical peels within the next month or two. I know Accutane sounds scary for everyone who hasn't tried it & read some reviews but it's not. Acne was messing with me mentally & I was willing to try anything! Go for it."


"I am 65, becauses of thyroid supplements, I started getting very oily with lots of blackheads on my nose, lips, & chin & a few small pimples.  Went to my Derm after an 18 year lapse; she prescribed Tazorac; I really wanted accutane which I had taken in my 40's, really good stuff, but she insisted that I try Tazorac at .1%; I love it.  It set my face on fire for about 2 weeks, I used Epionce medical barrier cream to cool it. & help with the sting.  My face was very red too.  After 2 weeks, the burn lessen and now I can put it on several days in a row without the cream.  Been using for 2 mos & my skin is looking fantastic & brighter, I have a few acne scars and they are looking much smaller too.  I am getting complements from family members."


"Been using Retin A for over 10 years, for photo aging and acne. I'm 51 and routinely am told I look like my 33 yo daughter & I could be sisters. I'm also a sunscreen fanatic & I believe that's the key to maintaining your results. This product truly does work. You have to be patient and practice overall good skin care - but this works."


"Been suffering with anxiety since Jan this year, tried natural products,CBT also citalopram. Citalopram made me worse, sick, crying just feeling awful. Doctor suggested Sertraline to which I was very nervous to try, started 25mg for one week then increased to 50mg, no side effects at all. Day 18 on 50mg feel more myself, feeling better daily. My advice don't read any negative reviews only the positive, give them a go. Def working for me."


"I had been on Zoloft for 8 years before it just stopped working. Doctor switched me to Cymbalta and I was very fortunate that it worked, really well for 6 years. Unfortunately, my insurance company switched approval for this to the generic version, which absolutely is not the same. It slowly started losing efficacy. So my doctor had to increase my daily dosage (on the generic version) from 60 mg to 90 mg. At 60 mg, I had didn't have sexual side effects, but I did at 90 mg, which was not acceptable to me. So back down to 60 mg I went. Now I'm having "break through" symptoms again: anger, irritability, lack of interest in things. I'm not sure what I'll do, but I'm pretty sure I have to switch meds completely again."


"LOVE IT. I took Strattera for 4 yrs but switched because of terrible nausea and anxiety. The first 3 months I had terrible migraines, lack of appitite & trouble sleeping. Keep taking it daily to give body time to adjust. No side effects now and huge HUGE improvement in work, concentration and motivation."


"I would rather take nothing than taking this medicine. My stomach is constantly upset. Diarrhea four days in a row. I can't wait to call my Dr tomorrow."


"Works very well but there are pretty severe withdrawal symptoms after missing only a couple days."


"I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis 8 years and due to financial situation stopped taking any meds for the past 5 years, but recently went back to my GI and after being reprimanded for my actions was put back on Lialda.  It has been about 2 and half months and most of my symptoms have improved though still having soreness/dull ache in my abdomen and urgency for the bathroom more than my GI thinks I should. Colonscopy is scheduled in a few weeks to see what the condition of the colon is in and may have to add another medication.  I would advise even if you are feeling fine do not stop taking your meds unless directed by your doctor.  I have been told I will need to take meds for the rest of my life."


"I had the Mirena inserted 4 months ago and I absolutely love it. I am 19, have never been pregnant, and was looking for the lowest maintenance birth control possible. The insertion was incredibly painful, honestly the worst pain that I have ever felt in my life, and I experienced cramping for the rest of the day. I had to lay in bed with a heat pack on my abdomen and try to ignore the pain. After that though, it has been everything a birth control should be. I haven't experienced any of the potential nasty side effects, and I think I actually have an increased sex drive. I don't get my period anymore, which my doctor said is normal. I would recommend this to any woman, because it has made my life much easier!"


"1-2 months of taking then you feel the real effect but my constipation is back after 2 months"


"I couldn't get hard enough to penetrate partner. My Dr. gave me Viagra to try. It didn't work at all gave me a severe headache , back ache and worst of all made my heart race and almost hyperventilate. Then sent me to a urologist yesterday and he believes its is mental not physical but gave me Stendra which I never heard of. Took it last night for the first time wow 15 minutes pow rock hard was able to do it without issue several hours later was able to go at it again without issue. Best part of all no side effects what so ever."


"I'm in my late twenties and I've been prescribed this medication for social anxiety and depression (I live in Canada). I had been in therapy for almost a year before starting taking it, and also doing yoga and meditation for a couple of years. I had basically tried every herb and supplement for anxiety over the years and was very stressed out and secretly suicidal when I went to my doctor. This medication saved me. At first I couldn't eat for about 10 days, no desire to put food in my dry mouth. I also felt a bit drugged and weird. After 2 weeks on the 10 mg dose I started feeling a lot better, and as the weeks went by my anxiety lowered a whole lot. I finally feel like myself, I can speak my mind and let my personality shine. I feel happy!"


"Ive been taking this med for about a month now. The only side effects that have really happened is light upset stomach and restless feelings during the day. I feel like I always need to be moving. Its not bad given some of the side effects ive experienced from other drugs this has to be the least problematic so far. My mood has become much better and the depression I started out with is gone. Although I have not had a manic phase yet I can't say how its treating those its only been a month. I would recommend this for bi polar probably combined with another medication to help with the restlessness and hard time sleeping."


"I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia three years ago. when it started to get worse (about two years ago) my life came to a halt. I almost never left my bed and I moved as little as possible because the pain was so severe. My doctor prescribed Lyrica for me and it changed my life. I still have good and bad days, but I can bear the bad days because of Lyrica. It gave me my life back. When I first took it, I did have the "high" feeling the side effects mention, but it was only my first two doses. Also, I HAVE to take it with food, otherwise I get extremely nauseous and dizzy. I have gained a lot of weight (about 40 lbs), but I also have CFS which has caused me to have a very sedentary lifestyle. overall, Lyrica saved my life."


"The first two months of Effexor Xr 37 mg were great, I felt good. But that apparently is just the start up. The first couple days of taking it I felt an awesome  euphoria and a high like I was on cocaine.  I was a little restless,  had a hard time getting to sleep, had  diarrhea . The doctor bumped me up to 75 mg one week ago, the first day was awesome I felt like I was on cocaine again. after that first day I felt nothing  other than an overbearing fact that I wanted to get off of the shit. I feel like complete trash.  I feel emotionless but reaally down  I don't know if I can make it another week on this medication . I've been on 4medications and none of them have help so far. This was my last hope for medication"


"After 33 radiation treatments of throat for cancer, the mucus situation had gotten ridiculous.  Sometimes it would actually make it hard to breath. Doctor prescribed Guaifenesin, and it's worked wonders!  The prescribed dosage for me is 600 mg 3 to 4 times a day."


"I am 24, and have suffered from mild acne pretty much forever. I have very oily skin but was reluctant to go on Accutane. This is my second time using Epiduo. The first time I noticed it 'stopped working' and I was breaking out again, and that was only after a month or so. Going to try it long term this time! So far my skin is dry and peeling, but the results are amazing, not one spot at the moment."


"After experimenting with various pills and suffering from mood swings, this was the one method that didn't give me mood swings or weight gain. Irregular light periods with very light cramps are a relief from heavy Endo symptoms which is a plus. The insertion is fast and you're just a little sore for a few days. I definitely recommend using this implant since you don't have to worry about taking anything for 3 years. All methods work differently with everyone but this one definitely worked for me."


"Works for me every time."


"Today is my first day using Retain A 0.04% microderm Gel. I work in a pharmacy and the Rph told me when using this gel I have to also use clindamyacin 1% lotion before the gel. She also told me to use minocycline 100 mg capsules as well. Anyway , she said it will work alone but will work excellent together( gel & lotion). Then the capsules will top it off. My face (due a thyroidectomy that was performed) was always CLEAR. Within 6 months I had a lot of scars and pimples galore . I tried Epiduo, Nuquin, proactive, RX for brown skin, no7  everything but my hormones are out of wack. Hopefully this combo will work. Will keep ya posted."


"We have noticed that when our mom decided to stop taking this medicine she became weak and tired. She has only been taking the it for 3 weeks. Was told she has Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in March 2014. Wish we didn't have to jump over so many walls to get answers. Got to love Medicare!"


"I was in November 250 pounds and I beg my MD to prescribed me this medication he told me he does not do it, but he will make a pack with me that within a month I have to loose weight the amount he did not mentioned, so he did gave me the prescription for the first 14 days @ first honestly for the first couples of days it did not do anything, but then start it to kick in, when I went back to see him he did not want to weigh me so he fax the prescription to he pharmacy 7.5 mg 1 every morning in 3 months from 250lbs, I went down to 206lbs and from waist 40, I am 34 and XXL-shirts now. I am large everybody tells me how amazing I look and I feel and look great and more confident about myself now. My goal is not to become a Model nor muscular."


"I am 28 years old I have two kids. One is 6 years old and the other is 11 1/2 months. I have to say the Skyla is a breath of fresh air. With my first I did the Copper IUD and it hurt and it was very bad experience. The Skyla did not hurt when I got in and it does not hurt ever. I highly recommend it for moms who are still wanting kids in the future but want to wait a few years. I got it inserted when I son was 4 months old. I recommend you get it done as soon as you are able to after you give birth for the least pain possible during insertion. However, it is so tiny anyone can get it done. No side effects for me and I have had it now for 6 months."


"I've been on Effexor XR going onto 3 years. I started at 37.5mg and am now on 150mg. I find that the body builds a tolerance to it and the dose needs to be increased. It does help my social anxiety almost completely but I still get moments of general anxiety, not anything like they used to be premedication. The only side effect I get is hot flashes. Also when you come down with a cold or flu, there's really nothing you can take except Tylenol for fever and pain due to drug interactions"


"I have partial complex seizures. I also take tegretol XR and Diamox. Before Vimpat I was a seizure at least 3-5 times a month, especially after my menstruation. But I can say with the vimpat I don't have seizures, I will a little jump here and there but nothing major. The major side effects I have experience are the following: weight gain (about 50 pounds), dizzy when I intially take it if I don't eat enough food, and sometimes my words and thoughts would be off. lately I notice that I fall a lot but I don't know if its related or the vimpat. But I can say it has controlled my seizues. It didn't increase my appetite but I have gained a lot of weight, my Dr say its normal with Vimpat. I receive Vimpat for free with the patient assitance."


"It has always worked for me."


"What a nightmare. Severe cramping for 6 months like I was in labour, daily bleeding for 12 months, fatigue, lactating breasts after 12 months and now pregnant. This is so garbage it should be removed from the market. It is disgusting it is legally being sold to unsuspecting victims."


"I get ongoing migraines about 1 to 2 times a week due to inflammation caused by a disease called Ankylosing Spondylitis, which attacks the joints and causes spinal fusion.

This medication is INCREDIBLE. Yes, it's expensive without insurance but I have even started breaking the pills in half and my migraines are still wiped out in 20 minutes. Thank you to the creators of Treximet for saving my life."


"This stuff is great. I have had a chronic cough for over a year following an esophagectomy. This is the first medication that actually works for more then a couple of hours. I can actually make it through the night without having coughing episode. As a side benefit, it tastes pretty good."


"After a week using it all symptoms were gone. If I miss it 3 to 5 days , symptoms returned. No drowsiness is the best part."


"I had a choice between the suboxene which then I wouldn't be able to take my adderall or the vivitral which I can take with any meds. So of course I did the half pill test in the Dr's office and sat for 15 mins to see if I would have bad reaction. I was ok so then we went ahead and did the shot. I was excited to finally get this burden of the opiates that led to suboxene  then stuck without knowing what to do. I'm done, don't want to live on this anymore...it's not living. I went in and did this shot and at first I freaked out when I got home like my body went into instant withdrawal . My body was spasming and I was freaked out. My cousin called 911 and they had given me 4 shots of ativan on top of two of my 2mg klonopin that I barely take."


"I have taken Zonegran ( brand name only) for about 15 years I have been seizure free ALL 15 years. Prior to that I was on Topamax ( brand name only) I was seizure free 4 years I had one seizure in that time due to exposure to mold. Zonegran is the BEST medicine I have ever had. I do have word finding and short term memory issues that are frustrating and sometimes involuntary jerking of my limbs, as I'm trying to go to sleep. In all honesty, I would not use anything else. I don't have to worry about seizures. I just take the meds and live my life. So much so I am finally driving a car which is something I thought I would never do, because I didn't trust my meds!!"


"I'm going to start this off by saying that I was a COMPLETELY different person before I started taking this medication.  I was prescribed this medication when I was 12 years old, suffering from anorexia, severe depression, and anxiety.  This medicine gave me horrible side effects-- trouble with speech, socializing, and I became so dependent on this medicine every night that it took me 3  months of no sleep or food, having to miss school and be locked inside all day, to finally ween off it.  I feel like this medicine definitely 'fried' my brain, before taking this medicine I had no issues with motivation, attention, socializing, and speech.  After about 4 years off this medication, I can say I'm finally starting to feel a bit bit better."


"I was one of the unlucky ones who's prolactin levels skyrocketed. I was only on 100mg, with a plan to ramp my way up to 500 over the course of 10 weeks, which was obviously vetoed when my chest started swelling quite noticeably. Lactation isn't worth what's essentially only a sleeping pill at <500mg doses."


"I have had psoriatic arthritis since age 10.  The deformities in my hands are very, very severe.  I have taken methotrexate for about 6 weeks, and don't notice a difference, except have been feeling sick to my stomach, tired, and bowel - movements are painful and a little blood is visible.  Kinda scary--I see my rhematologist in a few weeks.  Psoriasis patches seem burning or itchier."


"I had my IUD inserted 3 days ago after having a hormone implant removed from my arm. The hormonal side affects of the implant were really bad so I was desperate for a non hormone alternative. For me the pain during procedure was quite intense, but short lived. Take some pain relief before hand if you're worried and after as the cramping can be pretty bad. It sounds funny but after 20 years of hormone contraception  (pill, then 2 babies, then implant) I feel free. Im looking forward to a normal sex drive, and I know I might get heavier periods but I prefer that to pumping my body with hormone. So far so good."


"I have been on this medication for a week, after switching from Zoloft.  My doctor started me on 20mg.  I made the mistake of immediately going online to read reviews.  Instead, my advice is to let the medication start to take effect.  You will make yourself feel worse if you read the negative reviews.  I can say that one week on this medication has turned out better than my previous medication.  Everyone is different, so I think I found the one that works. Initially, you may have some insomnia, but it will pass once you start to feel more relaxed.  I did have some tingly feelings in the hands, but that passed after day 4.  I felt a head rush of sorts the first 5-6 days, where I felt high, but it too passed for me."


"I started buspirone last week. Prescribed to take one 7.5mg twice a day. I'm not big on pill taking so with my doctors consent have only taken them when needed.
The first day was... a unique one. I was extremely lightheaded and dizzy. As if the entire room was spilling but at the same time I had this unbelievable sense of relief from my anxiety. There are no words for the sense of relief and calm that i felt.
With each day I've taken them the dizzy spell has gotten weaker and weaker. I do have a dull headache afterwards but it passes with time and Tylenol. I'm hoping that goes away as well. But if I have to choose between minor dizziness, and a slight headache over the chest pounding, agonizingly severe panic attack... I choose the buspirone"


"I have been taking Elmiron for about 7 years for interstitial cystitis. It had no effect on me for the first 6 months but then suddenly began to work very well. I had trouble remembering to take it 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating and would skip it if I forgot. I gradually realized that one 100mg dose a day was just as effect as taking three, so I changed to that as my goal dosage. I have experienced some hair thinning at the crown of my head, but since I am 70 years old I cannot be sure that was caused by Elmiron. When there was a mysterious halt in manufacture of the drug several years ago that lasted for several months before resumption, the symptoms of interstitial cystitis reappeared after a couple of weeks."


"I have had Implanon for two and a half years. The first three months were bliss: no period, no weight gain. Around four months I started to get acne, something I never had in high school and my periods came randomly. Some months I bled for 3 weeks on and off. Other months I would have 2 four day periods about a week apart. I never knew when I would start or stop. At two years I decided the irregular periods were too much and went to my gynecologist. She prescribed me low doses of estrogen. Since starting the estrogen my period have become more regular. All in all Implanon has done it's job; I am not and have never been pregnant, and the side effects are worth being kid-free for three years."


"Began this medication about 5 weeks ago. Currently taking 15mg (escitalopram) and obsessive worrying is SO much better/decreased. Minimal side effects in the beginning: some dizziness, some nausea but only at 5-10mg, tiredness that went away and so now take medicine in the morning as it will cause insomnia if I take it in the evening. My sleep is better, appetite better and I am back to exercising and anxiety is decreased. I am told I can continue to see results up to 12 weeks. "


"I see so many positive reviews here. I am happy for you folks. I was using Clonazepam to control my general anxiety until the Veterans Administration decided to stop prescribing them. My doctor put me on propranolol, unfortunately it had no effect on my generalized anxiety.  I see that it seems to benefit those with societal anxiety so thats good. Unfortunately for me benzos are the only thing that seems to help. Hard to find a doctor who will prescribe them now."


"Firstly, I'm 18, 5'4, and 160lb when I started. I've been on it for 3 days and have lost 4.8 lbs. I was going to hold off on my review but I experienced some side effects. This takes insomnia to another level, I would go to sleep at 6-7am just to wake up 5 hours later. These past 24 hours I have felt so lightheaded that I stayed in bed thinking I was going to faint out of dizziness and even while not moving in my bed after waking up, my heart would beat at a thousand beats per second. I drink plenty of water too. I also had unexpected diarrhea. Needless to say the side effects are STRONG. I love the energy boost though."


"I rated this a 7 because it is working but not 100%.  For the last 5 or 6 days I notice I have a problem swallowing.  The food feels like it gets stuck in my throat and it hurts as it goes down and then I get the hiccups.  This started about 4 or 5 days after I started the medicine."


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"The pill worked very well. I had been taking it for three months and never got pregnant. I have always had headaches just not that often as I do now. I have had them for 3 weeks straight and only one of those days I did not have a headache. Now looking up this info on the pill I believe this is what is causing them. My headaches have got worse over the last three months."


"had suffered bipiolar for at least the last 28 years until I desgovered lithum it saved me. I no longer have mood swings, or spending money I dont have and then crying for nothing. I read alot of books until I discovered that i had bi piolar"


"zarah was my first form of birth control. ive been on it for about 4 months and it's been pretty only a bad expirence. I've became very depressed and anxious. I am naturally fairly moody... but this has been terrible. It made me think my boyfriend was a monster. I would yell at him and in my head I. would blame all my depression on him and "how he treated me" which was fine. it the pill made me thing otherwise. it did clear up my skin and I've actually lost weight... but not worth it because my mental health is so poor. I'm very very sad and emotional ALL the time. it's not only sometime. I need to make a switch soon to a different one. don't recommend because of how I feel about myself and others. makes you very depressed can't stress it"


"No side effects other than no periods!"


"I am now in my late 30's and have always been a very confident person. I work in the construction industry and have worked my way up the ladder into an executive role. 7 years ago I had my first panic attack just prior to presenting to the company. I fought my way through it - but I developed classic fear symptoms moving forward. I would worry myself sick with anxiety thinking about my next presentation.  2 yrs ago I was prescribed propranolol and it has been a life changer. No pounding heart or shortness of breath any more! I take 30mg before a presentation /10mg before a stressful meeting that I need to run / 5mg in the morning can calm me on a stressful day. I thought I needed to change careers at One point - not anymore - Miracle Med!"


"I now have Tardive Dyskinesia, no cure, no treatment. Parkinsonian side effects don't always go away. Reglan was good for Gastroparesis but has side effects. Don't take for more than 6 weeks or three months. It also now MUST warn the dangers of continuous use."


"Increased seizures, suicidal thoughts, depression, walking ability is unsteady.  I really am not having much success with this drug."


"This product works great for me. I can't figure out why so many women can't get the applicator out of the foil packaging????? Really??? Cuts? Losing the little tablet??
I have no problem whatsoever."


"HC DERMA-PAX was my "go to" anti-itch Spray for alLergic reactions ranging from poison ivy to sycamore leaves.
Where can I order this now?  Did they go out of business because they had something that worked?"


"More effective than SSRIs. Needed experimentation over a long period for maintenance dosage. Any modifications to dosage were done in small amounts, as I experienced considerable side effects. We are all different and, this is key to interpreting personal experiences!"


"Very effective in stopping many decades of violent nightmares. There was a difference for me starting the first night on 1 mg. After several weeks I'm now taking 3mg nightly and have had good success with sleeping better throughout the night. The times I do wake up I'm calmer than in the past, and can go back to sleep far more easily."


"Not good."


"I was diagnosed with narcolepsy about 5 years ago and have had very good results by taking Dexedrine."


"I have been on Wellbutrin (all doses - 150 at first and after a year of taking 300, and then now to 200 mg). It has been a standalone lifesaver. I have been motivated to get out of my bed and do things I normally would not do, such as visit a winery by myself, go on a solo hike, vacations (even out of the country) alone, which can be difficult as a single woman.

It has given me the ability to manage my ADD and a slew of other affective spectrum issues.

During the two years on it, I have tried Lexapro and Viibryd alongside the Wellbutrin, both of which did not have that much of a positive effect on me. The Wellbutrin, however, is noticeably effective for me as a person. It just really seems to match my specific set of issues and needs."


"This is hands down the best drug I have taken for my OCD.  The first dose had a dramatic impact on me.  I take 50mgs one hour before bed and I sleep a solid 9 to 10 hours eveynight.   Got up the next and had so much energy that I was looking for something to do while on vacation.  This drug is awesome!!!"


"Have had sleep issues for yrs. 72 yrs old male. Sober 32 yrs. was prescribed 5 mg at first, but was made aware that it could be addictive.  Was desperate...  Have been taking 10 mg nightly for three months.  Seems to help a lot, but learned quickly not to be on the phone etc after taking the drug one hour later. Say stupid things and do not remember."


"This is week 1 on Diethylpropion and I have more energy than ever! I feel less hungry and I am drinking more water. I can tell this is going to be a great jump start for me!  "


"I was given oxycontin after morphine tablets didn't do much for the pain I was in. 90mg SR morphine and topped up with oramorph throughout the day. Then transferred onto oxycontin which was prescribed for me in a 40+20mg dose of slow release and topped up with the liquid form for through the day, but when I needed a repeat prescription I was told that I wouldn't be given any more. Even though I had taken these for over two months and the morphine for the four months previously. After reading some of the articles I shouldn't have been taken off these straight away. So much for being professional doctors or just wanting to save money over patients welfare.."


"I have dealt with constipation on & off most
of my life, and I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome. It had been about a week since my last bowel movement and I was so bloated and miserable. I happen to be at the pharmacy and saw that the Ducolax suppositories where on sale, so I bought it. I used the one suppository at 6:17pm, the directions said it would start to work within 15 minutes to an hour. Not even minutes, it took 10 minutes to work and the pain, cramps, bloating lasted 20 minutes & I was finshed. I recommend using the suppository over the pill. Cuz after reading all these bad reviews on
taking the pill form of Ducolax, using the suppository works a lot better!"


"Clonidine for high blood pressure works great but causes severe constipation.My doctor did not help.I tried this last night and it was a lifesaver. I had been in so much pain that I was considering an er visit."


"This drug worked after 5 days on my sinus infection. On the 6 day I experienced vomiting, dizziness, stomach craps, constipation, black stool, hypertension, fast beating of the heart, low energy, hives on my face, headaches, swollen eye lids, dark circles under my eyes. Day 11 after taking the last dose, still experiencing fast heart beat, swelling in my feet, hives on my face. Low energy."


"Love it. I go twice a week to my son's football practice at the "sneezy park" (as I call it).  No symptoms at all. Some drowsiness. "


"Just had a baby two months ago. And wanted to start birth control Bc I have bad cramps. Before my pregnancy I was on birth control for six years. So far so good. No side effects just wish it was an birth control out to help lose weight "


"This was my first birth control experience. I have been an emotional wreck since starting the pill. I cry about nothing (used to be more in control of that) and I've gained 10 pounds in 6 months (without changing diet or exercise). I also have felt more tired and incredibly anxious which was unusual. Can someone find a birth control that actually works :)"


"I've only been taking Lyza for 3 weeks now and I started breaking out the first week and I have never broken out on my face before. I have gained 7 lbs despite only eating soups and salads and cutting out carbs. The only plus side to this is I haven't gotten a killer migraine before the start of my period. I was put on Lyza due to my hormonal migraines and it has helped but I would rather suffer the migraine than gain weight so I'm getting off these pills."


"I began taking Aubra five months ago. For the first three weeks, I suffered from constant nausea, severe headaches, shortness of breath,  IBS like symptoms, emotional instability, and I felt extremely lethargic. After those three weeks, those symptoms disappeared. However, now five months in, I have absolutely no sex drive, my last period lasted 13 days, and I have been in a depressed-like rut for about two months. On the bright side, my boobs got bigger, I have not gained any weight, and my acne has decreased. Since these symptoms are much better than the alternative, (getting pregnant) I have decided to continue taking the pill.  Once my prescription expires, though, I believe I will be switching to another brand."


"I am in my 2nd month of taking xeloda after going through 36 rounds of chemotherapy since 2013. My intake of xeloda is 3 pills every twelve hours for 7 days and off 7 days.
 The side effect I am experiencing is the discoloration of the inside of my hands and the bottom of my feet, they also tingle and are painful at times. I am often tired and have also had pain in my shoulder and chest. I don't know if this medicine will keep the cancer from coming back, but I'd rather deal with these side effects than the chemo."


"I used this medication during the last school year, but it didn't help me much. My grades were still failing and I had no appetite. I was also very depressed. I have been off it for a while now, and my grades have significantly improved compared to what they were."


"Depakote turned me into a moody mad man not knowing who I would be from one minute till the next. Am off it now and mood has stabilized."


"I suffered from Pseudofolliculitis behind my head for years and by chance I got Augmentin from Libya without any prescription. In Europe all the doctors that I consulted could not find solution for this problem so one day I just worked into a pharmacy in Libya and showed it to the Doctor in charge of the pharmacy who adviced me to take Augmentin. I was a bit hesitant but before my returning date (after 5 days) I noticed that all the bumps are drying.

and now I'm very proud of my head.

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"After five days post op, I still couldn't go to the bathroom. I drank half last night and nothing happened. I drank the other half in the morning and 30 minutes later it kicked in!!  It works and will clear you out. Just stay close to a toilet. Because  every time you think you're done, you're not!  And drink plenty of water or risk dehydration."


"I'm a 43 Year-old male who had been experiencing the classic symptoms of "low T" for about 4 years. I didn't believe when my mother told me that men go through "the change" as well. Well, we do. And it is just as debilitating. I inject 200 mg/mL testosterone cypionate every two weeks after a level in the 120's in my blood test. I used to be a (natural) bodybuilder and always felt that I must have very high testosterone because of the ease and size of my gains in size and strength. Other guys would ask if I was on steroids. My point is that this condition can happen to any man. It began at around 39 with me and I do not believe I'm unique."


"I know it's hard not freaking out, but guys try to calm down and wait for the effect of the pill. On august 6th my condom broke and I came inside my girl without notice it. After the accident in an hour and a half she took the pill (Aftera), and all we could do was waiting. It were the longest days of my life because we just meet, and also she has a very irregular periods, not having even menstrual cycle over the last three months. However, after ten days and some moderate side effects she got her period. That really relieved me, and I am pretty sure the pill worked its job. I found this site during my anxious time, and reading these reviews helped me not to get out of my mind. Always use condom!"


"I was switched to Invokana to reduce my A1C  . The first month I had no negative experiences with the medication. However,  I took the pills for  two more weeks and developed a  serious urinary tract and yeast infection. I was able to clear the infections with Monistat and AZO. I stopped taking the Invokana.  About a week later I  developed boils on my thumb, upper thighs and vaginal area which I was able to clear with Neosporin with the exception of one on my thigh which would not drain. I finally went to the Emergency.  The boil was lanced and drained while I was put on an IV for antibiotics and pain meds. It took six weeks to heal. Another two weeks and I have another boil on my vaginal area. This has been a very painful experience."


"I had a total hysterectomy when I was 28.  I started on Premarin for a few years and then changed to the Vivelle patch for the last 8 years with no side effects.  But I was also on the lower doses 0.25 and just recently went up to 0.75."


"I have had the scopolamine patch a few times now, but I was given them to control the nausea/vomiting after surgery. First time I had it was Jan 2014 when I had surgery. I took off the patch 3 days later and I ended up in the hospital for uncontrollable vomiting about 24hrs after the patch came off. However me nor the Drs connected it to the patch. November 2014 I had to have emergency surgery. I was given the patch again, 3 days later I took off the patch 48hrs later I was in the ER and admitted that night for uncontrollable nausea/vomiting. Saturday night they put the patch back. I took the patch off Wednesday, now I'm waiting to see what happens. Noticeable side effect, dilated pupils and blurry vision. Huge problem for me."


"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."


"This medicine was given to me at hospital after my car accident. It worked great, except it made me nauseated and I vomited after a large dose. Works really well."


"I took Trileptal over 2 years ago and had horrible side effects.  Started at 1500mg with no change in mood and with no side effects.  Raised it to 2400 Mg (Max dosage) and was in a constant drunk/high haze all day.  20 minutes after taking it I couldn't walk in a straight line.  My parents would spend an hour some mornings trying to get me to wake up.  My managers wouldn't let me work cause it was too noticeable I was "high". Trileptal seems to help a lot of people so this isn't to discourage people for taking it.  "


"I had this IUD put in almost two years ago. Pro: I'm not pregnant. Cons: Constant spotting still to this day, no sex drive, can feel it every now and then, and my boyfriend can feel it but has gotten used to it.  I'm not sure why everyone says it hurt to be put in, because mine didn't. I did have to go back to have the string cut even more because it actually started to come out of me. Personally - I wouldn't recommend getting this product. I will be taking mine out as my boyfriend has realized how annoying the spotting is. Can't wear any cute underwear because you never know when the spotting will start up and not having a sex drive is a killer. Why have an IUD if you don't even have a sex drive..?!"


"I read all the reviews and still thought I could beat the odds and it "might" work for me. The first day of taking it I was so shaky, nauseous, and it made me even more depressed than usual. I am not on any other meds so I figured I would try this first since my doctor just kept recommending it to me. NEVER AGAIN!!! Even if you think your that 1 in a million who won't get the side effects don't risk it!! There's so many others out there to try it's not even worth the one day of being suicidal and miserable"


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"I love this medicine! I was first on 10mg and had something very bad happen so my doctor gave me 20mg. I really did not have any side effects until I started taking 20mg, I got the worst night sweats and couldn't sleep. So my doctor took me off cold turkey. Please if you decide to go off this medicine, please taper off. I went crazy, really I did. I felt like screaming, I'm so dizzy, can't sleep and I feel like I'm having a break down. And the brain zaps are so bad. Like I said this medicine made me feel like a new person and I wish I could stay on it but those night sweats. So now I'm going to try Pristiq, wish me luck I start tomorrow."


"I started Contrave at my doctors request on Jan 14th at 224 pounds. This morning I was 215. I've had virtually no side effects. My doctor said to lose 8 pounds per month, and I've lost 9 pounds in just short of a month. I've noticed that drinking lots of water, and spacing out meals and snacks has kept the nausea at bay. I take my 1st dose at 6:30 am with my breakfast. I eat a piece of fruit at 10:30, lunch around 1:30, a Fiber One snack at 3ish, then dinner around 6 with my second dose. High protein snacks have really helped a lot."


"I have been taking Lutera up for almost two full months n Now. I would not recommend this pill to my worst enemy I have been bleeding since day one it started out with new blood and now for the last month it's been dried up brown old blood this is not what I signed up for. It's doing the exact opposite of what it's supposed to be doing lightning your period and cramps. My Obgyn says to stick it out for 3 months but screw him. He's not bleeding for an entire month so why should I suffer. Wouldn't recommend this pill."


"I'm a 27 year old male who uses Fentanyl for chronic pain, and as a result, my testosterone dropped to 178.  Aside from the obvious sexual dysfunctions from having low testosterone, I was constantly BURNING UP hot all the time, even with the AC down to 64 degrees!  These hot flashes stopped within a week of me starting treatment, and my sexual functions improved dramatically.  After a month my testosterone was 544, better, but still not where I'd like it, so I'm going to ask for the 7.5mg dose.  I also have type 1 diabetes with insulin resistance, and the Androgel definitely helped the insulin resistance.

This medicine looks and smells just like hand sanitizer and is very easy to use.  The fumes can be pretty strong, but I got used to it."


"I had this birth control put in a few months ago and since then I have suffered from at least 6 severe migraines.  No sex drive at all what so ever....definitely moody, and constantly bleeding....I thought this would be a good birth control because I can't remember to take the pills but let's just say getting in out in a week. Hopefully I will be myself again quite soon."


"I've taken Septra DS before (with no side effects), but for some reason this time it is different! It has given me severe insomnia!! Very odd and super frustrating. Also has caused me a lot of nausea but doctor prescribed Zofran (also known as the miracle medicine for nausea), so that's better. Also feel a bit "out of it" and lethargic. One last strange symptom it's causing me is "urinary hesitancy." Had no idea there was such a thing until I spoke to my dr about it. Hoping these symptoms resolve or I may need to switch medicines, as only half way through this 10-day treatment."


"Was not pleased with this drug."


"Been taking Effexor XR for a while now. Helped with the depression and anxiety. However -1 for the constant nausea and -1 for the constant insomnia"


Prosthetic Heart Valves, Mechanical Valves - Thrombosis Prophylaxis

"Haven't had a problem have been on warfarin for 10 years now."


"Controlled my blood pressure for awhile but had some mild stomach/diarrhea problems. Dr. had to double my dosage because my blood pressure increased a lot and we could not get it down. When I started the double strength 300/320, I have had diarrhea every time I take it. "


"suffering from ME/CFS for over 25 yrs; morphine is ONLY med that decreased pain to tolerable level; take 75mg 3xday with 10mg statex(also morphine) for "breakout"pain; impossible to "forget" a dose; as the pain lets you know within an hour;1maj. side eff.constipation;controlled by250mg/magnesium 4xday"


"I and 24 years old and had Nexplanon inserted at the end of January of 2016. It has been a relatively tough adjustment. I now struggle with cystic acne, even on my chest and back, especially around my period. I still get a period every month, except now it's not like clockwork where as before it was. I will say it is much lighter. I am more moody around my period than I used to be. Good news is I haven't gained weight, noticed a change in my libido, or gotten pregnant. I will more than likely call my dermatologist or OBGYN to get a prescription for my acne. The side effects aren't the best but they could be worse. I would take not having an unwanted pregnancy over acne any day."


"I completely rely on Imitrex. Once I had this the day-long headaches are gone. I now know that what I used to call "sinus headaches" were migraines I had since a teenager, though not bad until into my 40s. My side effects are a little sleepiness and maybe some tiredness, but nothing compared to the debilitation of a migraine. However I am much more aggressive with eliminating triggers, particularly MSG and processed foods, and this helps. My better diet has reduced my need for Imitrex down to 2-3 times a month."


"I was diagnosed with RA in 1987. Terrible pain and loss of motion. After taking all available meds on the market including the biologics, which were of no help at all, my Dr prescribed Arava. I take 20 mg per day plus two Azulfidine pills per day. Now my pain level is virtually 0. I have been on this regimen for 11 years. No side effects, however, I am diligent about regular blood work which would  show any significant liver damage or other serious conditions. So far, so good. Arava has been my miracle drug."


"It happened last day before my period. Technically it's impossible to get pregnant in that period of the cycle, however every person is unique and may be a lot of exceptions. I took the pill ~40h after as I hoped period to start itself. After 24h felt nausea and was afraid that my body rejected it. Nevertheless, my period started 5 days later. I assume its delay was reasoned by the cold I got that month earlier and medicine I cured myself and eventually by that huge dose of hormone the morning pill consists of. The next period came right on time regarding the new cycle.
Insist on using condoms!"


"My daughter was prescribed depo lupron when she was about 6 years old.  I would never recommend it to any one. She gained alot of weight. Became obese, has a lot of stretch marks, has high cholesterol, high sugar levels, sleep apnea, uses a cpap machine to sleep. She fights with me to binge eat. I am so sad I feel guilty for using this drug. I wish I would have let her get her period she would have only struggled for a little bit with that, than with a life time of health issues. Who cares if they stay shorter, short is beautiful too, and even big is beautiful but this med gives health problems that did exist. I feel like I scarred her for life :("


"Quit date 3 days away, after a month on Zyban, cigarettes taste bad, and aren't satisfying at all. Have reduced by half, without even starting with the nicotine replacement lozenges and gum. Was taking Lexapro for anxiety, stopped and switched to Zyban as my anti-anxiety and smoking cessation."


"I love this I've been taking these 2 weeks now and lost 12pounds :)"


"I'm 38 and have acne since 13. I have tried everything and finally a few years ago, just decided to live with it. I had a spot on my forehead that never seems to clear up, so the dermatologist put me on this and my acne has cleared up, similar to the results I had years ago from being on birth control pills. Although my acne is cleared up, the spot I was concerned about hasn't changed, and next dermatologist appointment I'll have to have it biopsied. The only side effect is that I have more hair loss than what I consider normal in a day. My Dermatologist had a $25 coupon for the prescription. Otherwise even with insurance it is very expensive. "


"I'm 32,5'7,and female and had a begining weight of 250lbs. I just started my third month of Qsymia and I am down 33lbs. I have put myself on a calorie restricted diet of 1200 calories a day and I work out 3-4 times a week. The pills do help with my hunger and cravings.At first diet soda's tasted really bad and I had episodes of facial and hand numbness and tingling but those are the only side effects I've experienced. This all in all has helped me tremendously do what I couldn't do on my own. Some of my motivation to stick to it also it the cost. At $150 a month I can't afford to mess this up."


"I have been taking the Gianvi for about a year now. The first three months I felt fine, once in a blue moon I would experience nausea. But after the first three months my body was completely used to it. It was my first birth control I've ever taken. My gyno recommended it to me because she herself had been taking it for 12 years. So I trusted her opinion completely and I'm glad I did. While taking Gianvi gained 6 pounds. I needed it though and it all went to my breasts and bottom. I have grown a full cup size and my bottom looks good. Nothing went to my waist or face. My sex drive has severely gone down though, and I cry at the drop of a dime. Both developed after taking this, but I'm willing to work on these things for myself."


"I'm 18 yrs old and I started taking this after the first time I had sex, overall this proscription has proven to be so accurate but I am very big on taking it every day at almost the exact same time(30 mins off but never more than that)

And I did notice when I first got on it my sex drive went down and I had been really moody. Things that wouldn't normally get to me did but not 6 months in everything is getting regular. Very, very effective!"


"Stopped the diarrhea. "


"I LOVE LITHIUM!  Was terrified to try it but no side effects. No weight gain as I have not been depressed and staring at the wall in a fetal position unable to move.  If I take it, it prevents mania (can tell when I forget) and depression.  Drink more water - I try to drink 60 ounces a day and sweat more but no other side effects but I make sure to exercise usually 30 minutes a day. Got bad news that should have thrown me into depression but since on lithium was able to talk normally, work out a solution, and function - THANKS LITHIUM."


"This medication has worked great for my son!  Family history of ADHD and possibly bi-polar.  Recently noticed my son has been talking in his sleep.  Nothing to worry about but just an obvious side effect.  2nd week in on 18 mg.  This is the 2nd time we have tried the Strattera and it seems to be a very effective medication for focus and concentration, helping the anxiety and frustrations.  He also has quite a long list of differences like dyslexia, ADHD and dyspraxia which contribute to a slight depression.  The Strattera seems to help with everything including the impulsivity.  Depression seems to fade and life goes on.  Just wanted to make note for anyone that may be interested or taking this medication that talking in sleep is a side effect."


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


"I just got my MIrena put in on the 28th of Sept and the insertion was really pain. I am 20 with no children and am using this to help stop heavy period. I have been having some very bad cramping on and off for the past weeks and I am having a little spotting for my period but nothing serious. I think it's a good option and I hope the cramps go away!"


"I had two babies back to back.  I started at 136LBs. I'm 5'5" . When i delivered i was 200LBs. Breastfeeding didn't help. I was walking everyday and staying active. No weight loss. A year later i got pregnant again and gained another 25 pounds.  That made me 90 pounds more than i was pre-pregnany. Absolutely nothing worked. I couldn't even shed a pound. At my 6 week Dr visit i actually managed to gain another 10 pounds. I breastfed my 2nd baby for 8 months and decided its enough. I had to lose the weight. Mind you, i was walking, staying active, eating right and yet nothing seemed to help. My Dr suggested i stop nursing and get on Contrave. Best, best, best decision ever!!!!! In 3 months i have already lost over 30 pounds and feel great!"


"I've always sweat a lot, and it's super embarrassing. I couldn't wear light coloured shirts because I'd have giant pit stains, and after a few wears, the shirts would become stained yellow and were basically ruined. It was awful, and I was so self-conscious ALL the time. I've tried every brand of extra strength antiperspirants, and though some work better than others, none worked well enough for me. This works wonders for me. I don't sweat anymore! Something I never thought I'd be able to say. Drysol has been a total life changer for me, and now I'm happy to buy clothing again! I couldn't recommend this product enough. It's wonderful!"


"I love it. It hasn't bothered me in any way. I don't feel it, don't have to remember everyday, easy to remove and insert. I have migraines and this hasn't aggravated them like the Ortho Tri-Cyclen did. No bothersome side effects for me."


"I'm doing just fine, but then again I have a high tolerance for most things.  Also, would much rather have a little burning than blindness."


"At age 18 I got on the depo and I liked it. The only think I didn't like was that I had to go every 3 months. I have two kids. After my 2nd child I got on the nexplanon was on in for 3 years got it removed and back in. I'm 28 years old now and my weight is the same no acne but my mood swings are so crazy. I'm starting to hate the person I am. On top of that hair loss I had thick hair just a few months ago and now my hair is thin. Not only that but no period at all since I had it put back in. Now I'm not sure what to do. I know I want to get it removed but I'm not sure what other birth control to use."


"I titrated up over two months, 10 mg at a time until I reached 50 mg.  The side effects for me were:  bad dreams, increased appetite, tiredness, heartburn, decreased sex drive, and sadness.  I began taking the medicine at 7 PM and that eliminated the bad dreams.  However, the medicine made me feel depressed.  I would feel sad and start crying for no reason.  This was all in the first 2 months and then the side effects went away.  I have been at 50 mg for almost 3 months now and I feel normal!  While it was hard for me in the first few months, I stuck with it and sure enough the side effects went away.

Unfortunately, I’ve been getting more migraines recently, and so I’m instructed to titrate up to 90 mg...  So I'm not sure if it works yet"


"I am back to update my time on Bydureon. It has been going pretty good. My sugars were really going down I suffered a few lows 40 to 50s so Dr. dropped Januvia and Actos then my sugars started going up. It's been a rough two weeks but hopefully they will level out. My appetite has gone down a lot and looks like I am finally losing some weight."


"I've suffered with heavy periods for the past couple of years. I wanted to make sure that I considered all options before choosing surgery. This medication is great, but has some side effects. For me, I have headaches and diarrhea while on this medication and a few days after my cycle has ended. I also found that my cycle last longer when I take this medication. At this point, I've opted to contend with 2 days of heavy bleeding and with a cycle that last 4-5 days, as opposed to taking the medication with extended periods, headaches and diarrhea; that could last 8-9 days. The plus/pro of the medication is that my periods are lighter when I am taking the medication, however it stays on much longer."


"WellbutrinXL 150mg for 3 weeks. This medication has changed my life. Went to PMC to renew Ritalin prescription after Adult ADD diagnosis. Family history of depression, PSTD (combat-related). Personal history of adolescent drug and alcohol abuse (nothing hard). Held a firm belief depression could be "powered through". Apparently depression has set in at 33, which I treated with Adderral and Ritalin. My drinking got so heavy I fell and suffered a serious concussion.

Doctor denied my Ritalin script and prescribed Wellbutrin. Had side effects: severe bloating, headache, pressured speech. All gone. Energy is sky high, focus is on point, and weight is down. Can't say enough about this medication. Hope it stays this amazing forever."


"DONT LET THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS SCARE YOU! I would never tell someone not to do something with their body that may or may not work for them. I used ortho tricyclen for three years and it was great but I started to get really terrible at taking my pills on time so I did my research, read crazy reviews and finally took the plunge and got Skyla. Insertion was horrible for me because I have a retroverted uterus (which I find out at the insertion appointment) so the normal pain of insertion was amplified.. however, once it was in I only had some mild cramping and I was good to go. I've had it for a month now and although my period cramps are the worst they've ever been, I think Skyla is worth it."


"Dealing with chronic pain is never easy. I've tried Mobic but it led to stomach bleeding. I've tried vicoprofen but it made me swell and ache even more. Have used Vicodin but of course tolerance resulted. I now find that Lortab and Lorcet work great. I only need to take 2 a day for real relief. The only other combination I used that worked was Vioxx once a day and Vicodin 2x a day. Wish they hadn't taken Vioxx off the market."


"I took this birth control for a few years and it allowed me to predict my period to the time and day I was supposed to have it, but it made my PMS worse than ever. Great to take if you don't have much pain to begin with."


"I had been getting wind pain and lower abdominal pain from not been able to go for about 4-5 days. I took 2 tablets around noon. I have never taken any laxatives prior to this. 6 hours later I experienced some mild cramping which lasted for another 8 hours. When the cramping died down around midnight I experienced some flatulence which gave my bloated stomach some relief and I was able to take a short nap. Woke up at 6am and I'm happy to say it did the trick. If I was in the same situation I would take this again, I suppose most users don't post unless their reaction was extremely good or bad."


"great"


"Its the only thing that works for me!"


"I've been on the NuvaRing for a little over a year and at first I loved it, it was my first birth control and I did not think I would remember to take a pill everyday so this seemed perfect and it was. It is very effective for not getting pregnant, I have been having unprotected sex with my boyfriend since and not once had an issue.  The only thing is that it did not help with my cramps and back pain, as the months go on, the pain gets worse and worse.  I also have times of severe mood swings and depression.  I'm switching to Seasonale this month to see if it works any better."


"I've been taking Microgestin for almost 5 years as birth control and have been incredibly pleased by it. There seem to be a lot of negative reviews for this BC but I have had a completely positive experience. My period went from being heavy with INCREDIBLY painful cramps to a more or less non-existent period (I get slight spotting about 2 days into the no-dose pills for a day and that's it!) and best yet, NO CRAMPS! I will also say, that reading all the negative reviews made me really nervous before taking this, but I have had no other medical changes besides the decrease in awful periods!"


"Taken for chronic neck pain. Not only did it not help my neck pain but also triggered a migraine and made me very nauseous. It also caused drowsiness and chills."


"The medicine has given my mother a new lease on life. After trying many medicines, Humira has given her better mobility and alot of less pain [she refers to it as discomfort or stiffness] .  Also, kudos to the company for recently my mother had trouble with the pharmacy and when she contacted the company they arranged for her to received it through a pharmacy in another town and delivered to her by UPS. They took care of everything for her. Thanks on her behalf."


"Years ago I had been on the patch form of birth control and had enjoyed the way it shortened my periods and cleared my acne, so after a few years of being on no hormones and dealing with long periods with cramps and some acne again I decided to try Nuvaring. My doctor gave me a trial ring and I was on it for one month, in which I was spotting or bleeding the entire month!!! I saw another review that said this may mean the dosage is too low. But while being on it I remembered the other reasons I had decided to get off of hormones a few years back. Those being; loss of sex drive, emotional roller coaster, weight gain, breast tenderness, no energy, and (ethical reason) it's horrible for the environment. I think I'll go back to no hormones"


"This medication really does work. I am on my second round of Adipex (generic). The first time I took it I was 297pounds.  I lost 30 pounds in 12 weeks with no exercise at all. I ate what I wanted although I did not have much of an appetite at all. I ate 3 small meals and two snacks daily.  I did make sure to drink at least 6 glasses of water per day and I drank a protein drink in the morning.

My energy level was great. However, when it was time to be off of the medication, some of the weight came back. It is important to exercise and reduce calories while not on the drug in order to maintain the weight loss. My suggestion would be to start healthier habits while on the medication. It will help in the long run."


"My 14 year old son has been taking Ritalin for a year now. He is so much under control now. An excellent student in school. A huge change from before."


"I take 50 mg. Of trazadone each night and usually have little to no awakenings throughout the night.  I sleep 8 hours and wake fully rested. I'very had no side effects and would definitely recommend this medication to anyone having problems with sleep."


"Have gotten excellent results with this med.  It takes three days to kick in, but it has killed a sinus infection in both 2015 and 2016. I have allergies so have more problems than most in getting the infection to go completely away. I have not had the digestive issues nor any other side effects that I have with other meds like zpack (I still take yogart daily to keep good bacteria in the digestive tract).

It seems to not have the issue with antibiotic resistance that zpack and some of the things more commonly prescribed can cause."


"It helps if taken as prescribed. I'm always in pain but it manages my pain level to a tolerable degree."