"On average, I get 4-6 migraines a month and this is by far the best migraine medication I have tried!  Within 10-20 minutes, the migraine is completely gone after taking just 1 pill.  I turned to a prescription strength after OTC medication, heat/cold packs, sleep, etc. stop working.  So far, I haven't had a recurring migraine either, which usually happens to me after taking over the counter medicines."


"Been on Mylan Estradiol transdermal 0.1mg for 4 months. Apparently it's the generic version of Vivelle Dot. Well, it's been great in handling the symptoms of surgical menopause. No headaches or migraines, no more brain fog, lots of energy. However, I have gained weight, have trouble sleeping (never had that issue in my life!), and feel like scratching my skin off everywhere I affix the patch. No matter how dry my skin is, this large, thick, ugly patch has trouble sticking and moisture always gets under it. I end up with an angry itchy red ring that lasts for a week after its gone. So I'm switching to name brand Vivelle Dot. I hope to get the same benefits with a smaller, less ugly patch, and hope it resolves the irritation!"


"Female aged 59 in Europe. Kidney stone (5mm) moved to ureter (just outside bladder) 6 weeks ago. Been on tamsulosine (Flomax in US) for 5 weeks. Stone not moved. Ureteroscopy scheduled for next week. Horrible side effects (fatigue, dizzy, stuffy nose, headache/sinus pain, minor nose bleeds, minor breathlessness) but continue to use in hope it might move before surgery."


"I've been using Ziana for about a year now, it seems to do a good job preventing and treating new acne vulgaris, but does nothing to prevent or eliminate the white heads.  I actually haven't used it in the past week, and have seen no change in my skin.  I also wash my face with a salicylic acid/glycolic acid face wash that my dermatologist sells."


"I give it a 7, then again it's only my first month - haven't even gotten to the period part yet. I was taking Loestrin 24 Fe for a few months to regulate my horrible periods (and now as a contraceptive) but it cost $30 so my doctor switched me to this (only $10). I do have bigger boobs, get super hungry (not just normal hunger) but haven't gained weight. Vomited for no reason one morning, and I'll occasionally start sobbing for no reason. Unfortunately, I lost my pack yesterday and had 3 more active pills left before the sugar pill week...so we'll see how that goes. Overall, a pretty dependable pill."


"For years I couldn't sleep properly, i could get to sleep most nights but woke every 2-3hours or to any slight noise.

It all caught up with me & I was an anxious sleep deprived freak who was on prozac.

I went to a new Dr about constant migraines & he started me on amitriptyline 75mg, the first few days I felt so weird but after a week or so it kicked in. My migraines stopped, my anxiety was so much better & a strange side effect was that I could finally sleep through a whole night!

I am so grateful this drug is around, I am no longer a sleep deprived freak :D  good for my depression too mixed with 40mg prozac. YaY Endep"


"I'm wondering if this birth control is only extremely effective because it makes completely undesirable to your partner. I had this implanted while still breastfeeding. My doctor was optimistic that I wouldn't bleed because I wasn't having any period at the time. 3 weeks later the spotting began and it hasn't stopped. I should have been more questioning when the nurse asked me if I was comfortable carrying panty liners everywhere in case I start spotting randomly. Well, I'm happy to say it's not random but unhappy to say it's constant. My partner and I have yet to have sex since I had the baby in April. Mostly because of the bleeding and my terrible anxiety for this implant."


"I got my Nexplanon inserted Sept 2014 and I love it. No mood swings, barely a period in September nor October, no migraines. My only complaint is the irritation at the insertion site. I'd recommend it without a doubt."


"I began Levora to help control my migraines that are caused by a significant drop in estrogen on or right before my period.  Although they worked for the migraines, I started to notice symptoms like extreme moodiness, crying, frustration, etc within the first month but figured my body was just getting used to it since this is the first birth control I've been on.  Three months later it got worse and I also had problems with water weight, a huge increase in acne, and terrible dry spots all over my face.  The emotions got so bad it was affecting my relationship so I had to stop."


"It worked from the first day but I also had at least one episode a day of severe D
I used it for 22 days and then called the manufacurer for some input
The said D was the usual complaint  when there was a complaint and they had no recommendations except to speak to my  doctor
I decided to try it every other day and have done that only for the last 4 days
There is a slight improvement. Very slight in the D attacks
I will do this for the next 3 weeks (using it every other day )  and then see what point I am at.
I no longer get these terrible painful IBS C attacks where I thought I was going to die from the pain.  No more blood in the John.
The doctor told me to take the Lizness with Colace and Senna but I was afraid to do that."


"I suffered from moderate depression and severe anxiety most of my life. As a child, I couldn't cope with being bullied, as I turned into a teen severe anxiety took over which worsened in my twenties and peaked in my thirties (now.) After getting the shakes frequently, bursts of unexplained rage (with no outlet), panic attacks and severe discomfort in social situations worsening, I finally saw a Dr who diagnosed me with generalized anxiety disorder and put me on 10mg at first and now I'm on 20mg. I cannot stress enough how much Lexapro has helped me. Its like a magical pill that has made my life worth living again. The anxiety that once plagued me has all but disappeared, and my depression has decreased to a point where I can manage it. No side effects noted."


"I had a bad time with Obsessive thinking.  It almost wrecked my life and my family and love relationship. They put me on it in the hospital and in five days my obsessive thinking was gone. It's still a work in progress  I've only been on it for a little over a week now. Haven't noticed any side effects  but they'll have to be pretty bad to outweigh the good."


"Well I started at a 100mg dose and within 3 days it kicked in. I felt great...laughing again. ..cleaning the house again...friendly and chatty. No anxiety either. It was a lifesaver for me."


"I have been having a lot of stomach issues. I was told it was a bunch of things. At last it took about 4 months to conclude it was my colon. After a bout in the hospital I was given Zofran which worked wonders in no time at all; was also given Phenergan at one point and immediately became extremely irate until I passed out from it. In comparison Zofran is a God send. Can be expensive."


"I've had two implanon's in four years. with the first one I gained around 20kgs, obviously not from the implanon itself but more likely as a result of a massive hormone change. I had the first one for almost three years before I decided to have it removed as it caused such a profound hormone imbalance I ended up with a harmless but embarrassing discharge for the last nine months.
The second implanon I had implanted in early 2015, it started off fine- one menstrual cycle every 2-3 months, but now I am lightly bleeding for two weeks of every month with terrible hormonal acne and cramps.
This device has been a wonderful thing for me most of the time so I allow it a bit of leeway in terms of unwanted effects."


"On my 6th day visiting Colombia rural coast area my travel companion and I got travellers diarrhea . I went to a pharmacy to buy an antibiotic called Cipro and they didn't have it so gave me instead Mebinol (active ingredient Metronidazole), dosage is 1 capsule every 8 hours. I am on my 4th pill and still running to the bathroom."


"Started taking a week ago and the first day I just didn't have those cravings anymore. Everything was dandy until I went to the 1mg dose yesterday, now I have had unbearable stomach pains since.  I will move back to half dosage. If my stomach doesn't recover I'll stop, at least it got me through the first week which is the roughest and all the evil nicotine is out of my system."


"I only started this medication a month ago (I happened to be PMSing at the time) and I noticed a difference right away! After my PMS I felt about the same as pre-medicines but in the next 2 weeks I started to feel like the person I used to be. I was a content, creative, smiling mommy again and I am so thankful. I was an angry monster mommy and my kids suffered but hopefully this upswing continues because I feel great, real and normal! I'm so glad I tried this medication!"


"I have had mine in for almost two years now and the bleeding is almost a constant.  I am on my period more often then I am not, which of course equals very little sex.  I kept hoping it would change and I would not get a period like my doctor said would probably happen.  Over the last year I have had problems with extreme fatigue, backaches, joint pain, difficulty sleeping, and horrible acne.  I get it taken out in two weeks and can't wait.  Unfortunately I should have done it sooner but I did not think about Implanon as a source of the problems until my husband mentioned that it's probably my birth control and after checking the side effects sure enough all of my ailments are side effects.  We'll see if I feel better after removal."


"I had severe hellish, unrelentless depression and did not want to live, I started taking Effexor and it worked the same day. I never thought something could work so well. I have few side effects. My life changed 100%. I am so happy now that the doctor put me on this. People should not be afraid to try anti-depressants."


"I have used and still use Hydrocodone IBP10/200 it works for me. I take 3 to 4 pills a day for cronic pain it works good."


"Very good medication if you have chronic pain. Have been on it a couple of months now, taking 30mg a day."


"My mom was prescribed Seroquel in 2010 for dementia ! I talked to my pharmacist. Tom, he showed me the FDA's warning; Seroquel had been given the highest warning "Black Boxed"  Mom had Dementia, was 75 yrs old, and weighed 76lbs, she died in October, '11"


"I was on this birth control for month two when I started noticing side effects. People say they never get a period? I got mine THREE times in the span of a month and a half. These were three FULL seven day periods with less than a week break in between. I became insanely depressed and had anxiety I could not handle. I spent every day crying because my emotions were out of control. I contemplated suicide many times but never tried. It took MONTHS to get back to some type of normal and even now, a year and a few months later, I still get AWFUL anxiety during my period and when I'm ovulating. Prior to the Depo Provera I never had depression or anxiety. This was my first time and I pray that this will be my last.
Wouldn't wish it on an enemy."


"I have been on the medication for the last 7 days for chronic constipation and gastrointestinal pain.  It has produced daily bowel movements in the form of diarrhea or very loose stools.  However, it has also resulted in unbearable abdominal and intestinal pain, nausea, gas, disintention, bloating, inability to eat, intestinal gurgling and intestinal spasms that last 12 full hours after taking this medication.  I was so hopeful that this would be effective and it has produced daily stools (diarrhea and loose stools)  but at the compromise of feeling 10x's worse than I have felt not have any bowel movements or minimal bowel movements before taking this medication."


"I stopped taking effexor after being on it for five years. Worked great but it was keeping me up at night, had to skip a dose to have a decent sleep. So I reduced to the lowest dosage before completely going off with the help of my doctor, in the hopes I didn't need anti depressants anymore. Was ok for a few weeks and boom, super depressed, suicidal, the works. So I was prescribed wellbutrin and mirtazepine for sleep. The wellbutrin worked right away and mirtazepine was great for sleep. But it only worked well for a few months. Started redeveloping social anxiety, panic attacks, fits of rage, suicidal thoughts and all that fun stuff. I went to a new doctor and he basically told me that wellbutrin isn't good for anxiety lol. Good to know!"


"My 4 month old daughter was recently diagnosed with her 2nd urinary tract infection. With her 1st one the dr prescribed Sufrax oral suspension. We didn't have any issue with it and it cleared up the UTI quickly. This time she was prescribed Nitrofurantoin oral suspension. She is exclusively breastfed, but will take a bottle of breast milk if offered. The Nitrofurantoin is so sweet that she won't take it from a medicine syringe or hidden in a bottle of breast milk. Either way she spits it everywhere even if she's hungry. My question is why TH would they add so much sugar? First, kids don't need the extra sugar. 2nd, you can add flavored sugary syrup at the pharmacy for $1.88 if a kid won't take it otherwise. Way to go, idiots..."


"I've been on and off birth control for over twenty years.  I went back on two years ago to help with very heavy periods and tendonitis caused by low estrogen.  I was still having break through bleeding and periods every 19 days on strong pills so I asked to be switched to the ring.  I've been on the nuvaring for two months now.  I have not had any break through bleeding.  My period started two days after removing the ring and was very light.  Unfortunately the side effects are not great.  Bad back ache, abdominal tenderness, diarrhea, break outs along my jaw, upper back and hairline, vaginal irritation, headaches, occasional low grade fever, abdominal pain after sex, lack of energy, lack of concentration and I'm extremely cranky."


"Hello all, 3rd time writing. Just got back from the Dr. I did my 1st dose on June 19, weighed 266lb, followed the dosing schedule, lost 11 lbs in 17 days.  This drug is awesome and no side effects at all.  Very happy with the results. Will continue until I reach my goal of at losing another 30 pounds.. My ideal weight for my height is 180 lbs but I would look sick and wouldn't go that far down. I was once 220 lbs and looked decent. With this drug, it will be a breeze. Also, I walk about 8 km a day and I barely eat. Sugar cravings are gone finally and need to pump out all the crap out of my liver until it functions back a 100%, then the weight will melt off. Happier than I can explain...to all you who are feeling discouraged, be patient."


"Idk yet. I've been using the cream on 3 small (1/8") GW on my penis for about 5-6 weeks now and haven't really seen significant improvement. I can't say it doesn't work, as there has been a slight improvement, but as of yet I'm still unsure if it's going to work for me, which isn't unheard of in some people. The recommended usage prescribed by my doctor was 2 times a week, for up to 12 weeks, I've been applying it every 3rd day instead. After reading some of the reviews I think I'll start applying it every other day... I've had none of the burning or itching described, after the first week I did notice the skin was breaking, but that seems to have stopped."


"I had my son on June 22nd. I received the depo shot at 3 weeks pp (July 13th) to "hold me over" until I could get my IUD put in in August. It is now September 11th (almost 12 weeks pp) and I have been bleeding since the day I had my son. I know for a fact this is not after birth. I had the IUD put in on August 27th. Regardless if I had the IUD put in or not, I would NOT be going back for another shot. SO tired of bleeding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"


"I've been on this for about a year. I experience diarrhea but eating natural yogurt helps a lot. I now a 7-8 week cycle, previously it was 6 months. I have loads more energy and a normal appetite, previously I was tired all the time and always thirsty and hungry despite eating and drinking too much. I lost heaps of weight and my mind is clear. 10/10."


"Found it quick and helped me to reach the light at the end of the tunnel."


"Works well, some sleepiness."


"To me, this is a wonder drug!! I'm serious! I'm not saying that my chest pains with palpitations are completely gone because they're not. Yet, with Ranexa, I can deal with it. The first time I began taking it I walked about 3-4 blocks without stopping to catch my breath. At first it scared me thinking I did or was doing something wrong. But it was the Ranexa that made the difference!"


"This is my first day on Gapapentin for anxiety, and I have experienced truly amazing results!  I am free of anxiety and work, and excessive thinking has greatly diminished.  I am thinking clearly, and there are no apparent side affects.  I began to feel the calming effect with 20 minutes of so.  I hope that I will continue to receive this therapeutic effect on such a low dose, and do not build up a tolerance."


"I really like Cymbalta. It eliminates my anxiety and levels me out. What I don't like about Cymbalta- night sweats and general muscle fatigue. I laughed when I saw that it is a treatment for hot flashes. I have been on numerous antidepressants and that is one of the main side effects."


"I have been on Nexplanon for 1 year and I love it!! I have a period once every 2 months, it lasts 6-7 days but it's very light (spotting) not even enough to wear a tampon I just use a pantie liner and I'm good to go. It it very effective against pregnancy, I have had intercourse several times with no protection other than Nexplanon and have had NO PROBLEMS with it. I get a bunch of those cheap pregnancy tests to make sure I'm not pregnant and I never am! I plan to get it put back in after my 3 years is up"


"It helped me get mobile in the morning. It helped me move easier during the day."


"What a nightmare.  I even got lock-jaw symptoms."


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"I was on femHRT for four months and had BV (bacterial vaginitis) all four months...it worked well for symptom management but the side effect was horrible. On an antibiotic every month until we figured out that the femHRT was causing the BV. Stopped taking it, the symptoms came back but no more BV."


"I have been on Lithium for several months now for Bipolar I. Wow! It helps. Drawback: you will feel sick if you dont drink enough water. Also I gained 30 pounds in about 4 months. I felt ravishingly hungry all the time. That part is not fun, however I can function properly. What lithium doesnt cover the therapy does. I might have a chance at normalcy."


"Indomethacin: Worked well, but sat on the toilet a lot.

Colchicine: Worked well, and also sat on the toilet a lot.

Colcrys: Worked the best with zero side effects."


"I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and have been using Sulfasalazine for the last 4 years as an "add-on" to methotrexate. I take the maximum dose, but must confess that I can only see a minimal reduction of pain using this medicine. "


"I've been on depo for almost two years now and have not had a period since i got the injection. i no longer have the debilitating cramps that i would get each month which is a godsend. after i'm first given the shot, i have about 5-7 days of being a little more emotional than usual but it's usually due to my hormones being balanced and changing a little, but it just means a bit of crying and basically how i used to be emotionally before a period. i have noticed that some nights i wake up with a really extreme cramp out of nowhere, but i believe that that might be an issue that's more to due with my hormone levels etc. either way, depo has definitely spared me from weeks spent in bed because of the painful cramps!"


"first my dentist prescribed amoxicillin for my tooth abscess, but when I went in for the extraction, I still had it, so he prescribed this. I lost a days worth, they fell out of my pocket. But I took the rest, and I still feel it slightly. It had no side effects for me."


"My experience with this has not been good so far. I previously lost almost 40 lbs before starting this birth control and have gained 20 lbs since i starting taking Trycyclen. I'm very active and eat very healthy, also my acne has come back in full affect. Not impressed, getting my doctor to switch me immediately"


"I am 25, and I had the Mirena inserted 8 weeks after my second son was born. I was prepared for a painful experience, but as I sat there preparing myself for pain, I was relieved when the M.D. said okay done, and I had felt nothing. I bled heavily for about a month after insertion, and one small period the next month, but after this, no periods. I've managed to lose my baby weight, back at 135lbs. Of course I'm tired I have one son who is 2 1/2 and another is 10 months old. Any hair loss I had was coordinated with stopping breast feeding, and so far no cramping/migraines outside the normal. So overall I'm completely happy with my choice of the Mirena."


"I posted on this forum when I first started Lo Loestrin Fe. And I still love it! I used to have ovarian cysts that would rupture and caused immense pain so I was placed on birth control by my gyno. My periods are 2-3 days (mostly spotting) and light cramping. I do however get more depressed around this time and I feel the birth control does it. I also get more tired. But other than that I'm still loving it! I pay around 15.00 a month after insurance. I plan on staying on this pill."


"My husband and I both love Exubera.  It gave him more control and gave him back his dignity.  He is needle phobic and I had to give him his insulin shots.  This also limited my freedom as I had to be there twice a day to administer the shot.  So no overnight visits to my Mom unless he went too.  With Exubera, diet and exercise, he was able to completely eliminate insulin shots.  He also said that the shots were very painful for him and his skin became very sensitive and bruised."


"I have suffered from impetigo a yellow brown crusting severe type of cold sore ever since I was a child. I get them when the seasons change or when I'm a little stressed out, or even just because the humidity in my house changes. It really sucks most of the time and I have went to my doctor and have gotten a prescription for antibiotic cream and even pills for impetigo. But they have never worked as effective as abreva has. If you want your cold sore to just go straight to the scabbing stage after it occurs then use abreva. It's only been the second day and it's already pretty much gone."


"Great results! Was able to back off of insulin within 3 weeks.  I love this stuff."


"I have been taking Pamelor for close to 4 years now. After a coiling procedure for an inoperable brain aneurism, I suffered constant migraines. The doctor who performed the coiling did not offer any solution, but a local neurologist in my home town prescribed it for me. It changed what was to be my new life of pain into a much more tolerable existence. A little dizziness is easy to live with. I take 50 mg every morning. Life is good again!"


"I'm 24 and have been using Acanya since I was 18. I remember noticing a difference within the first few days and massive improvement within a few weeks-1 month? Don't really remember, however, this product has remained relatively effective for 6 years for me. Skin is 90% clear other than cysts when I am highly stressed or due to hormones :/ This medication only gets 9/10 because I still get blackheads and cysts occationally and it's very expensive"


"Well, I never thought I'd ever share it, but yeah.

Accutane destroyed my sex drive.
It's not that I can't get an erection or anything, it's just that. When I start having a sexual intercourse withmy girlfriend, I don't last long at all. I can barely ever get her to come and it's pretty hard on my self esteem. You may say - 'Why don't you foreplay more?' There's a limit to foreplay, get real.

Regardless, I'm not going to die from this, I've been through worse.
However, I completely recommend AVOIDING ACCUTANE AT ALL COST.

You'd rather have problems with sex than having acne?
That's the worse mistake you can ever make.
That's.. The worse mistake I ever made.

My acne did go away - not completely, but it did prove to be very efficient on the acne"


"I am Type 1 diabetes with food issues. My weight has increased yearly to 50 lbs overweight and recently my insulin requirements were increasing rapidly and still no control over blood sugar. I have been on Victoza for just over a week and have had fantastic results pretty much immediately. I am slowly increasing dose to avoid side effects and it is working. My appetite is gone and food doesn't have any control over me. I lost 5 lbs in a week and blood sugar is great! I've also noticed another benefit - I used to drink alcohol most days and I have no desire to drink. I feel great and would say the only side effect I am having is a slight difficulty in urinating - it takes longer to empty my bladder. I love this medicine!"


"In my case it has slowed down the RA but it has not been a cure all.  Burns like hades for about 3-5 minuts after the injection.  Started on Orencia, then Cimzia, now  Humira.  Also on Arava as I do not tolerate MT well."


"I have been taking this for over a year, recently I was late picking up my prescription and after a couple of days, I noticed the difference that it makes, it does not get rid completely of my fairly mild acne, but it stops it feeling as sore and I only have spots now around the area of my face that is particularly bad (around my mouth). I have not experienced any side effects."


"I was on Gianvi for 10 months. The only problem I had was spotting. I switched to Zarah since its the same compounds just higher estradiol. I just started my second pack and am very happy with it. My face is glowing (compared to the occasional break outs) I was able to lose weight with exercise. My period was a lot lighter and no cramps, just a little bloat. I got headaches the first week. I've been moody but overall its good."


"I've been on Accutane since a month and half now and honestly I don't have much side effect except dry lips and skin (not to much) but I can see that my acne improve and I  have almost none on my forehead anymore.. It's not 100% clear yet. I started on 10mg and every week  I increase by 10mg, so now on week five I am on 50 mg can't wait to finish the treatment I already feel confident"


"I am 54 year old and postmenopausal, and have been using Estrace cream 1mg every night, for about a month for vaginal dryness. All of sudden I am experiencing itching and burning. I wonder I have an infection from this cream."


"I quit smoking thanks to you from 2008. I am happy. The only side effect was insomnia."


"I was given this originally for fibromyalgia.  It worked well for the pain, however it took a higher dosage to keep th pain away.  The side effects became a problem, spacey, and fuzzy all day.  I tried to stop taking it, yet the Doctor did not want me to stop.  I stopped on my own cold turkey.  Wow, 6 weeks to get it out of my system!  Went to the hospital with withdraw symptoms bad.  "


"Dang this word count! I'd love to share my full experience, but here's the quick version. Insertion sucked, but I would do it again looking back. I was prescribed misoprostol and a strong NSAIDS to take prior to insertion. Very bad cramps for 5 to 6 hours.. Think of if you've ever had to go home from school because of bad cramps in your teens. Brownish discharge for a couple days, then clear until my period. First period lasted about 16 days, pretty normal for an IUD. Second period was 4 weeks later for 5 days. Periods are now 3 months in between, only lasting 1 day of light spotting. No mood swings at all compared to pill. More body acne but it's manageable.  Slight cramps are very rare. Overall love it!"


"I've only been using the ring for a while, so I feel a little too biased to give it a perfect rating.  That said, I am (so far) satisfied with this form of birth control.  I've only experienced mild cramping since first using it (cramps while off my period), but nothing near unbearable.  No weight gain, no acne, no noticeable change in my sex-drive, etc. In fact, I was on the pill before switching to the ring.  On the pill, I had constant, heavy discharge.  Since switching to NuvaRing, the discharge has stopped!  And it is much, much easier than remembering a pill every day.  The ring does come out during intercourse, but it's no biggie: I just rinse it in cool water and reinsert it afterward.  No complaints about this ring from me. "


"After taking Citalopram for over 12 years I started suffering from sivere anxiety side-effects.  My GP suggested that we try Effexor.  After 3 months on Effexor, my anxiety was no better and I had one little trip to the ER and a short stay in hospital with another failed suicide attempt.

I was in a really bad place, at the end of my wits.  My pharmacist had a chat with me.  He said that seeing as I had responded so well to the Citalopram initially, it might be worth trying es-citalopram/Lexapro.

I talked to me Dr. and he agreed.

Things have been a lot better since.  I don't need any anxiety medication at the moment and most of my other symptoms are a lot more manageable.

It is not a cure, but it makes the symptoms bearable."


"I have been tapering off Librium (benzo) for 6 months almost. I started at 150 mg and have worked my way down to 5 MISERBALY. I tried everything to help with withdrawal symptoms. Benadryl, vitamins, trazadone, propananol, gabapentin and Zoloft. NOTHING helped...until I was offered this MIRACLE.

I was in a panic attack zombie disassociative state for 13 days, on Christmas I was devastated and broken and searched for rapid detox places. I was literally ready to spend $25,000 to feel "normal" and just get 4 hours sleep.

I called my specialist and was prescribed 25mg pill form hydroxizine. I knew it wouldn't help, NOTHING helped. I took it, just one and within ten minutes was relaxed. Slept 8 hours and now see the light! Better than Xanax!"


"Had a bad experience with all side effects.  "


"I am 16 weeks pregnant I and noticed that I had some mild itching due to my soap, I learned that the soap was causing issues, I had my husband go out and buy me the Monistat 3, I used it and I was burning so very badly, the burning stopped eventually, but I am very scared to take day two. I had to put on a liner, I don't feel itchy anymore, but I don't know of that was enough. I hate, hate, hate pelvic exams, but I may have to get one from my OB "


"I have been taking phentermine for 10 years on and off and it does work but you definitely have to change your eating habits because you will gain it right back.  In the beginning (for approximately 2 to 3 days) you cannot sleep but after that you will be fine and it does give you a burst of energy throughout the day."


"My girlfriend went insane on this pill. Crying all day, everyday and just constant fighting. We got to the point where we couldn't take it anymore and we are at a breaking point. She's gained alot of weight, she got whiney, and doesn't know how to control her anger. I'm making her get off this."


"Had this horrid torture device in for a little bit over a month before I came to the conclusion that the women that put up with the absolutely dreadful side effects had to be completely and utterly desperate not to get pregnant. This contraption must have been spawned straight from  a dark place, cause thats exactly what it felt like being on it. The night time was the worst for me insomnia fever chills throwing up heart racing. Whatever this thing is all I can tell you is it isn't good. If your period is regular do natural family planning its extremely effective at preventing pregnancy the only reason I'm not able to do it is cause my normal menstrual cycle is unpredictable as heck don't know why but its always been like that."


"Side effect for me is headaches."


"At first, I hated adapelene.  It made me break out WAY WORSE than I ever have before.  I usually just had a few whiteheads here and there (especially around that time of the month), but when I first got on adapelene, I got cystic acne on my cheeks and chin.  It was very very painful and I was very mad I even started it in the first place.

After about six weeks, it started to slowly get better, but I still had worse acne than before I started.  My dermo put me on acticlate (pill) along with the adapelene gel to have a quick fix.  It took a few weeks, but now (11th week on adapelene) my face is starting to be very clear!!!! I am very happy with how my face looks now, but I did have to go through a long period of awful, painful puring first"


"I never leave home without it! It works so well on my migrains that I can't even think about not having it around. "


"Put on Xarelto 2 mos ago. for dvt in left leg.  3rd such occurrence.  Have a genetic disorder for blood clots. Only had mild headaches.  As for the stomach problem, after reading info on this drug found out it has lactose in it.  So being lactose intolerant I bought some pills for this condition, and take it before I swallow my pill.  Works fine.  No more stomach problems.  My one concern here is when I cut myself I do not bleed anymore than I did before.  So am wondering if this med is working for me."


"It works just fine with no side effects."


"This is my first time on any birth control. My doctor originally prescribed Yaz but after reading the reviews I decided I didn't want to try it and asked for Ortho Tri Cyclen. The pharmacy gave me mononessa. The reviews were a bit better so I decided to give it a try. The first day I took it I was nauseas and had chest tightness and a rush of adrenaline for some reason! I don't know what happened but I felt on top of the world! The second day was a bit better and I felt normal. I'm on the third day now and I'm feeling a little nauseas but mostly bloated."


"I've been on it for almost 3 years. Mood swings were horrible at first then got manageable. Started developing horrible acne which I have never had before and I know its from the pill :( it comes on a week before my period every month and lasts 2 weeks. Hoping to switch and find something better for me."


"First day 10m I felt euphoria and off. Second day I felt intense depression, fell asleep driving at a red light around 3pm. Had thoughts of sucide and second thoughts about mental hospitals. My eyes dilated and I was very anxious. No thank you! Horrible experience."


"For all you girls out there who are worried please don't stress! I was in the same situation a few days ago, panicking and over thinking everything. The condom I was using broke so 9 hours later I got the morning after pill. I had all sorts of symptoms from it and it effects everyone differently so don't worry if your feeling strange, that's normal. Two weeks later I got my period, it's different this time as it's came a week early, your period can be late or early it's a common thing to happen so don't worry if this does happen! The morning after pill 100% works, don't worry."


"very effective, so far no side effects hope to stay like this forever. love it. hope it helps all with Psoriasis out there."


"Hi, I am 26 and 5 foot 5. I started taking adipex on 3/27/16. My start weight was 211. Now, only 4 days later, I have lost 10 pounds and at 201. I am excited to see what I will get to. My goal weight is 160."


"Like other users I had severe headaches on this, and then the metal taste mentioned."


"I have been taking Ambien for several years, and recently started taking Ambien CR.  It works very well, if taken on an empty stomach.  However, I was having only mild sleep difficulty when my doctor prescribed it.  I have tried other sleep medicines, Ambien is one of the strongest prescription insomnia drugs available.  I highly recommend trying something with less side effects first, and only if absolutely necessary, try Ambien.  Ambien is very difficult to discontinue after extended use."


"I have been on this birth control for about 5 years now and I have no complaints.
Within the first month of taking ANY medication you may have issues due to your body adjusting.
When I have gone on and off it I would experience moodiness and nausea but within a month everything goes back to normal.
Periods are 3-4 days, clear skin and no baby. "


"I switched to the NR in September of 2014 because I was constantly bleeding with my pills.  I loved it! I did have mood swings right before my period and possible drop in libido, but I'm not sure if it was from the NR or due to stress.  I recently have to stop NR due to it falling out. I started a new ring a week ago & could not get it to stay in place, never has this happen before.  I went to the doctor and they had not explaination, so they started me on some pills.  They said I could possibly try again in a month & I will.  NR is not cheap, but the company does have a coupon you can use.  If I can use it again I would."


"I bought this for a cough for my bronchitis. It is beyond worthless. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS. I called my doctor for a prescription for Robitussin with Codeine and it was $5.00 cheaper and very effective. (generic-of course)"


"After about six weeks of starting Diovan 80 mg my blood pressure began to go higher.  My dosage was increased to 160 mg. My blood pressure would go up and down, reaching  to over 200/100 several times.  After a trip to the ER twice and the hospital once, I decided to take myself off Diovan and go back to my old medicine. Problem solved."


"This makes you restless after long term use. Good at controlling symptoms if you be patient with it. Ask your Dr to reduce dosage if you feel better after 3 years. Good Luck"


"I started taking prednisone about 3 weeks ago and the swelling in my hands, feet and knee have gone down. I feel like a new person."


"My daughter (11 years old) had been on Vyvanse, but was still struggling and experiencing excellerated heart rate.  She was not eatting, not sleeping, and losing weight.  Greatful for the medication, but side effects were starting to be a problem.  Doctor added Intuniv 2mg on top of Vyvanse and it was great.  Seemed to offset all the negative caused by Vyvanse."


"I took a fatal dose of Heroin in February 2016 and was given 2 shots of Narcan and it saved my life!"


"I was prescribed this drug for panic disorder and was on it for 2 weeks. I have never felt wise in my entire life. I did bit eat or drink unless forced, spiraled into depression, and just was not the excited loving person I normally am. I world go home and state at the wall for 5 hours then crawl into bed and sleep. I had nightmares each night. I felt dead and like I was floating above my body. My friends and teachers became more worried than before. I had to get off that pill"


"I've been on Xulane for several months now and I hadn't had a problem until February, when the patch started to give me huge raised rashes, I tried it on multiple spots on my body, tried washing with different soaps, using different lotions, nothing worked.  I feel like they must've switched the adhesive recently, because this problem happened out of the blue and wasn't isolated to one patch (I even got a new package, and still had the same issue occur).  I'm really disappointed because I loved this birth control, but I suppose I'll just have to find something new when I have the time.  It's really ruined all the skin I've put it on. The skin where the rashes appeared seems to have scarred."


"I overdosed on Ambien. Don't remember much of what happened but i wrecked my car, got pulled over. I do remember waking up at 10pm thinking it was 10am and I was late for school thats why I drove. I didnt go to the hospital. It's weird that I dont remember much like who I talked to or what I said. Traumatizing."


"I'm 58 and have always struggled with my weight, thyroid and other issues. I have been on Victoza for about a month and lost eight pounds. I admit much of that is because I have no appetite. That makes it easy for me to make healthy choices when I do eat. One thing that I have noticed is that Victoza definitely slows down the bowels. I think it's imperative to up the liquid intake. Because of the bowels I think it's difficult to really gauge the weight loss. I go down a pound and up two the next day etc. I think taking measurements or trying on an old pair of jeans is more accurate in seeing the real weight loss. I can tell my health is improving and I feel like if I'm patient this will get me to my goal weight of 155. 32 more to go."


"I suffer from recurring urinary tract infections and Macrobid has always worked fast and really well. I've noticed after prolonged use though my body has developed a bit of an immunity to it and doesn't work as fast anymore. Also it now gives me yeast infections so I have to try something else."


"Badly allergic by this medicine. I got face swelling and I suffer 7 days by this condition, my mouth and my gums all are swelled, even I am not able to brush or eat any thing. "


"Hey guys! I know reading these reviews really helped me so I thought I would share my experience. It was the last day of high school so there was a huge party at one of my friends house. Me and this guy got a little drunk and had sex on May 21st. At first we were using the condom but then he took it off. The next day I was freaking out. He was completely drunk so I kept saying he
couldn't cum, but just to be safe I went and got the pill. I took it on May 23rd about 62 hours after the whole ordeal. Then came the stress of waiting for my period.I was suppose to have my period May 27th but that day rolled around, then the next day and the next day.I freaked out but Sunday morning I went to the bathroom and there it was! DO NOT STRESS!!!!"


"It's ok, I'm not suicidal anymore because of Latuda. Not too long ago I got off of Pristiq and Lamictal even tried getting off of Vyvanse, everything went downhill from there, so my psych doc decided to put me on Latuda. At first I felt restless at bedtime but now I feel super tired and sluggish, zombie like.  Also emotionless so I don't know if I will keep taking it. I want to feel again. Right now I've not been feeling like myself. So we will see what the doctor says."


"After taking the 2nd shot started having back pain, pain in my knees and hands I can't take statins for the same reasons I was hoping this was the drug without the pain"


"Works well in the form of birth control but the side effects are terrible. My periods went from 4 days long to 2 weeks long with random spotting in between, I've gained 20 pounds in 4 months, I have constant breakouts, and the mood swings are unbelievable. My anxiety and depression have gone through the roof and I can barely perform daily tasks anymore. I've never had any of these problems until this medicine, getting it removed soon."


"Tried the 145 and the 290.  I am so disappointed that neither worked."


"Hey all I have been on the Evra patch for two months and am loving it. I have had breast tenderness and slight acne, no weight gain and light period with slight cramping usually have terrible cramping on my period. Hopefully it will stay light and regular. I also hate the lint stuck around the edges, it's horrible but a small price to pay. I suppose I too alternate the patch on my pelvis and have no problems with it falling off. I put the first one on my lower back but my pants kept dragging at it and it did fall off."


"Side effects I had were light tremors in the morning and bad headaches, they eventually went away, but the medicine did not do anything for my pain."


"Started taking for acne. It helped a lot the first three weeks but the second I had my period it's like I might as well not even be taking the oracea because I see little to no difference. I get diarrhea and upset stomach in addition to taking this medication. For me, I'll probably need to take a stronger medicine."


"I have been taking Percocet 10/650 off and on for about 5 months for back pain and for joint pain, tendinitis, etc. It works great for me despite my tendency toward resistance to pain medicines. I take one when I really need it and sleep great or do whatever I need to do. The only real down side I can list is when taking it before bed I am inclined to oversleep and feel groggy the next day."


"After years of various types of drug therapy pain management was my last resort. I was declared permanently disabled. As a last result I chose pain management for a better quality of life. I have never gone above 50 mcgs. I alternate dosages during seasonal changes. I use 50 mcgs in winter time, and 37 mcgs in summer. It does not remove all of my pain. I use over the counter pain medications for break through pain. A higher dosage makes me too tired to function."


"I have always had anxiety however about 7 months ago I began to have panic attacks walking to the shops by myself walking to work, I thought I was going to pass out it was awful. Then one day I just couldn't walk to work, I got half way then I was convinced I was going to faint so walked home. I then realized how out of control my anxiety had become my partner went with me the doctor prescribed me 20mg tablets (once a day). The first 2 weeks my anxiety was definitely heightened it felt like I was losing the plot. However within a month I found myself walking to the shops and work feeling fine. I haven't had a panic attack for over 2 months, I wish I had started this medication sooner I now feel normal again."


"After many antidepressant medications over the years, I had resigned myself to a low sex drive and a bit of flatness in effect. But after Viibryd, I regained that sexual spark and the depression lifted. It's been 4 months now and I'm on 40mg having stayed two weeks at 10, two weeks at 20, then 1 week of 20, alternated with 40 mgs. And then finally one 40mg daily. I have struggled with sluggish bowels for years so this may be why I didn't have diarrhea. However, there was some gasiness the first month and bowels more loose. No nausea but I do take it with a spoonful of peanut butter. Most days I feel content which for me is exceptional."


"I have been taking TOPROL XL 100MG for at least 9 yrs, during that time I tried the METOPROLOL and it did not control my blood pressure, the Toprol XL has worked great without side effects, however I have reduced my salt intake even to the extent of using red pepper on my eggs in the morning.  I took it on myself to reduce my dosage of TOPROL XL cutting it in half because my pressure was checking much lower and I did so for about two week prior to a Doctors appointment keeping a record of checks three to four times a day and gave it to my Dr. and he ran a EKG, then reduced my dosage in half and I'm checking out fine at around 120/70/67 so suggest check your salt intake."


"I have only been on it for a little bit but I love it! There are so many pluses to the Nuvaring. You don't have to remember to take a pill, you can easily take it out, you can't feel it, you don't need to be off it for a few months in order to get pregnant! I just recently changed over to this because Yaz was making me SEVERELY depressed. We originally thought I had to go on an antidepressant it was so bad but we figured it was this. I am so glad I got something with low estrogen and something that is so easy. The pills were also lowering my sex drive, but with the Nuvaring all my problems are gone!"


"My boyfriend passed away...very unexpectantly.We had a wonderful, beautiful relationship...I simply adored him and overnight he's gone. The next day my little brother had open heart surgery, my sister passed away last March after living and taking care of my father with dementia, my mother passed away after a 3 year long battle with cancer. I wanted to stay in bed all day curled up in the fetal position and pray that death would take me just so the pain would stop. But I didn't have that luxury...someone had to pay the bills. I hated to go out in public because I never knew what would trigger a crying jag...I had a true sense of hopelessness. 75 mgs of Effexor saved my life. I'm happy again and laughing and going out and celebrating my life."


"I use 30 mg oxycodone three times a day.  It helps with pain and keep me motivated to keep working.  I have arthritis and Crohn's disease.  The pills keep my pain in control and interesting the side effect is constipation and it helps control my frequent bowel movement.   This medication is knocking two issues with one stone.   Only bad thing is withdrawal if you run out and didn't get the refill in time.  It's not as easy as other meds that has auto refill, always have to get a paper prescription for each refill.  But the medicine really helped me for years."


"Fexofenadine only slightly reduced my nasal symtoms, but did no reduce any of my utacharia/dermatitis rashes, Trying ceterizine now,."


"I love Yaz. I suffer from adult acne and Yaz always heals it within 3 months of taking it. I love that my periods come at the same day every month and only last about 4 days. The other thing I love about it is it seems to level out my moods. I'm not so up and down like I would be without it. As far as its effectiveness for birth control, I have never gotten pregnant while on the pill which makes me and my husband very happy."


"Was prescribed Saxenda at a London clinic for cosmetic weight loss. I have had gastric weight loss surgery in 2012, lost 4 stones, but in 2016 started gaining a pound a month. Once I got 18lbs back on I was desperate - I try to follow slimming world but I stress eat.

Saxenda was easy to use.

But..made me so ill I had to take three days off work. Chest pain, blurred vision and headache.

The first two days it did suppress my appetite and I thought it was a wonder drug, but on day three and four I was starving, but eating made me very sick. Stopped for three days, then tried again, to give it a fair trial.

Chest pain immediately, blurred vision.

Lost 2lbs in 10 days - mostly through vomiting."


"Lamictal had done wonders for me. It took a while for me to get up to a therapeutic dose, but it's helped with my bipolar depression so much, with no side effects. My only complaint is that you have to build up the doses, starting with 25 mg, and going up from there. I'm currently on 200 mg and still going up!"


"I have really severe migraines about 4-5 times per week. My doctor suggested Relpax! I tried it, and it took my migraine away within 20 minutes. The best medication I have tried by far. I take 20mg pills. I decided to use that dosage because I can get more pills for my money. I would say the downsides to Relpax are the blurred vision and upset stomach. I generally try to drink a lot of fluids and eat a small snack when I take it. This seems to help settle the upset stomach quicker. This medication is extremely expensive."


"I am STUNNED at how well this is working!!!

I was a heavy an committed smoker. I have never been able to quit for even one single full day. I am currently on day 13 of taking Chantix. I have had exactly 2 cigarettes in the past 4 days. For the overwhelming majority of the time, I do not think about smoking. There are still moments in the day when triggers happen that make me want to smoke, but they are getting less and less severe all the time. I really am in disbelief.

The only side effect that I can think of is that my dreams are a little more vivid and memorable than usual. Some of them lweave me feeling anxious, but they're not what you would call nightmares either. Other than that I am trying to drink lots of water and I think helps."


"I feel better after taking this medicine for 5 days. I am experiencing some dizziness and lack of appetite. I'm not feeling as much improvement as I hoped I would by this time. Sleeping well still and no hyperactivity. I do notice lots of tenderness in my Achilles tendons on both sides. We will see after 5 more days. I got the medicine for bronchitis 500 mg for 10 days."


"4mg every day wipes away damn near all my withdrawal symptoms and allows me to be comfortable and live a much better life than I would without the subs. Great stuff. Recommend anyone that is stuck on opiates (heroin, oxy, shit even methadone) to give buprenorphine a chance."


"This is  the first BP med that actually worked to lower my blood pressure to a perfect range. But the bad thing is that I am having intense almost unbearable muscle spasms and joint pain."


"I used Mirena for 8 months. It worked well as birth control but caused me to have 2 week periods and also some minor hair loss and bloating. I liked not having to remember taking a pill but couldn't tolerate the very long periods. My advice is just give it the 6 months to regulate like your doctor says and see how it goes for you."


"Live in the UK. Got this because naturally my mood swings were crazy (very extreme & hormonally-driven) & I wanted to stabilise them a bit. I didn't take it for birth-control, happy with condoms. Took the same drug in pill form for 3 months to see what it would do to my moods. Naturally, I suffer from my hormones: grumpiness, sex drive and appetite are erratic, hated it. The pill did seem to stabilise my moods, so I had the implant put in. It has been 3 years, only side affect may be weight gain, unable to say if that's just me getting older (30 now). If you're not sure if you'll like it, why not try the pill version first before you get the implant?"


"I have had the Mirena for 6 years now and I love it! I recently had to have my first one removed and another one put in place. I was so nervous to have it removed because with the first one it was pretty uncomfortable and I cramped up a little. The only side effect I have had was cramping the first few months when I had the first one placed. I have been cycle free for several years now and NO babies! It has been the best form of semi-permanent birth control and I will never chose a different birth control again. Its easy, insurance covers it and it can be placed in your regular doctors office! Beware that there will be some bleeding and cramping after its placed because they have to open your cervix. LOVE MIRENA!"


"Patch used for second general anesthesia experience since I vomited after the first time.  I know they also switched me from a gas/IV combo to pure IV sedation, so although I did not vomit this time (yay!) I don't know if I can attribute it to the patch or to the sedation change, but probably both.

Please be aware these patches are NOT meant for long term use- they will have withdrawal effects! If you rebound you will have the very effects you were trying to prevent in the first place.  For my purpose, after surgery, it's worked great.  I wouldn't wear them for weeks at a time."


"I'm 24 and had to take the prep for a colonoscopy. I was able to fairly easy get the first half down with no problem- but really struggled with the second half of the bottle. By the second bottle I was only able to get a few sips down before I threw it up (not a very pleasurable experience). I didn't have any stomach cramping and the prep worked well in clearing out my bowles. As someone else mentioned I did have some chills after taking the prep. Luckily, I was still able to have the procedure done even after only drinking half the recommended dosage. Not a fun experience but it was overall effective! Good luck!"


"When I started taking Zoloft I lost 40 pounds in three months which was GREAT. My depression got better, anxiety was better. I did lose my sex drive but who cares, my self esteem was GREAT. Zoloft saved me."


"I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend 5 days before I was supposed to get my period. I went to go buy emergency contraception after 48 hours. Some symptoms I experienced were breast pains or tenderness, tiredness, and I did break out. Don't worry I was paranoid too since I took it after 48 hours. I was researching all day if this pill does work. Well it did for me. I did get my period 8 days late. But, I got it."


"My experience with Implanon has been very positive! The insertion was painless and easy, I did not experience any bruising, just a small dot scar on my arm. It's been 2 months and I have not experienced any bleeding or mood swings. I have been on the pill for the last 4 years and not having to remember to take the pill at the same time every day has been so liberating. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for options in birth control!"


"I am 59 yrs. old. The last 8 or so years I have had no energy and NO sex drive. Dr. checked my test level and it was 16 (yes, 16). Doctor said he had never seen anybody that low. Started using the 5 gram tube. Noticed a difference the next day. After 1 month I feel great and my sex drive is way up, my beard is growing faster, etc. I don't want to ever look back!"


"I started taking Zoloft about a month ago. I started with 25mg and I'm up to 100 now. I didn't have any side effects, and by the time I was taking for 2 weeks I felt amazing. I was really happy and I felt like I did before the anxiety and panic attacks ruined my life. It is my 2nd week on the 100mg dose, and now I don't feel too hot anymore. I have pretty severe diarrhea and I have to urinate frequently. My body is obviously trying to get rid of this medicine. I still go to school, I now worry about having an accident there if I can't leave the class in time. So now my anxiety is back. Also serious If not for the diarrhea, this drug would honestly get a 10. Its amazing, mostly."


"It did help a lot.  I used it for several months until I just couldn't stand the dry, grainy eyes.  I finally stopped it due to the eye problem."


"15 years ago I stubbed my toe on a dock cleat while boating which resulted in my toe nail not attaching to the nail bed of my right big toe.  The nail discolored. Eventually fungus formed which then spread to my other big toe.  I tried every topical medication known to man.  Nothing worked.  I finally asked my doc for a script for Jublia.  The pharmacist I spoke with said he doubted it would work but it couldn't hurt to try.  Over the course of the past 6 months my toe nail has not only adhered to the nail bed but the discoloration and fungus is gone.  First medication I've found that worked. Trim the nail back as far as possible to remove all affected area.  The new nail growing back will be clear. Apply daily to clean nail."


"Daughter age 15 took overdose of accutane in attempted suicide. Treated in emergency room and admitted to children's psychiatric hospital for one month. Treated by psychiatrists into young adulthood.

There was no definitive linkage made and no investigation to find one. This took place in early 90s and the risk of depression and suicide might not have been well known. Anyone using this drug should be extremely vigilant, especially if patient is a teenager.."


"I had the Mirena inserted 9 months ago, it is now September and boy do I REGRET it! I got it to treat menorrhagia and polyps because I was getting my period every other week and I would have to double up on super tampons and pads. So my doctor recommended the Mirena, well I got it inserted and for the first few months I was bleeding very heavily for 17 days straight and finally when I thought my body got adjust it just didn't, it goes from bleeding past 31 days! To at least 9 days, it's honestly terrible. I've had horrible back pain and crampin it's the worst thing I've ever experienced, But the worst part is that I'm bleed so much I have become so very anemic . The polyps are gone so I'm going to try to stick it out a little longer."


"Ok so mind me, I was only had the implant for a little over a month before I couldn't deal with the side effects anymore. Horrible headaches, acne, fatigue, and atrocious mood swings! One second I would get furious at something ridiculous and the next, I could cry because I felt bad for getting so mad! Anyway, obviously the doctors told me to wait it out, eventually in about 6 months or so, my hormones would settle. I didn't have time to HOPE that these symptoms would go away as a had boot camp in 4 months, and I couldn't go being a crazed, hormonal mess!
Every woman is different. My family has a past of being sensitive to permanent /strong hormones such as the bar. If you know you are sensitive as well, I would NOT recommend getting this"


"I've been on Lo Loestrin FE for a little over 3 months now and I am - thankfully - going off of it.  A new doctor made me go on it and it is the worst thing I have ever been on.  I have not had a period since I've been on it.  I get massive cramps when I'm supposed to have it but I have no flow at all.  I have been very depressed since I've been on it.  I'm not a depressed person normally and this has made me so depressed it's not even funny.  I have horrible mood swings and my appetite increased greatly.  I have also experienced digestive problems since I've been on it.  Also, it's very expensive.  With insurance, I paid over $75 a month and there is no generic.  I really do not recommend this."


"I have had NO side effects from this drug.  I like it much more than the others.  I have been monitored very well.  I would recommend this treatment for Multiple Sclerosis."


"The most efficacious and useful anxiolytic I have ever had. Fast acting and requiring three times a day (chronic) administration, but also, along with the recommended 4mg lorazepam IV when actually suffering an attack and a doc is present, by a long way the best acute remedy for anxiety and panic attack."


"After struggling for so many years I finally found a medication that works. I've become nice and more social unlike before. I'm 27 and have been on it for 3 days. I'm only on 25mg. "


"Very good results, although I had terribly dry, red skin, face moisturizer really helped! the medicine done its job & I only took about 5 months of accutane which left me with clear skin. I get a clogged pore or a small pimple every now and then but over all, great medicine! Really does wonders"


"It worked well in the hosptial and for a time after I left, but I developed a serious allergic reaction to it with skin rash and fever!"


"I think that this is one of the best medicines out there. I take 2 mg four times a day and it just seems to keep me calm and make the world a better place. I used to stress out about the smallest things now, I just go with the flow."


"I suffered for several years during menopause with severe night sweating and all day every day at work feeling like and looking like I was bursting into flames. No amount of hormone replacement medicines made a difference. Finally I was prescribed this medication and my life was changed like a miracle as the first time I took it I actually slept soundly through the night making my days so much better. Only 10 mg at bedtime works for me and I don't even have to take it every day. I have no side effects whatsoever and wake refreshed whenever I use it."


"Helps me 100 time over to stay focused at work and home. I also seem alot more alert at home"


"I had unprotected sex on a Friday afternoon also later that night I went out and bought aftera for $39.99 on Sunday afternoon took it and started my period early Saturday morning I was very nervous and scared that this pill wouldn't work patiently waiting for my period to come and it did 6 days after taking aftera"


"I can say I use to be a jealous husband because when our daughter gets the stomach bug I sometimes got it. There is a 50/50 chance I would get it and my wife NEVER gets it.  When I found out about zofran it saved my life.  I'm already a hypochondriac when it comes to the stomach bug, I hate it because as a child of the 90's there was no such pill and I always got the dirty bug. Now I take zofran when my daughter throws up or someone touches me with it just incase so I don't throw up and it always works because I stay upset stomach free. Just boggles my mind why docs never give it to patients, someone told me about it that's how I knew about it."


"Dr. gave for UTI and 100 mg twice a day for 10 days.  first day took one

and night had terrible pain in the stomach, next day took 2 and that night

my throat swelled............that was it and I read the side effects, I  had two

that was enough for me since I had spent three nights in ICU at hospital

a couple of years earlier for swollen tongue from allergic reaction to Lisinprol for

blood pressure.............I did not want to take that kind of chance.

I am sure there is other medicine out there, but he felt I didn't give it a chance.

It looks like you can have different reactions at different times...meaning it doesn't bother you one time you take it but it can the next time. side effects deadly."


"Please find more information about this birth control before agreeing to get it like I did. It is not a one size fits all kind of thing. A friend of mine had it and she had no side effects and a bonus of no period. It sounded perfect but for me the side effects are not worth it. My period lasts three months at a time with cramps, head aches, and is harder to lose weight. Also if someone does get pregnant with it the baby will be developing in the wrong place and die. Since everyone's body reacts differently there is no telling how it will be for you until you get it.. so do not get it. That's my opinion. The pill worked better for me."


"I was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 5 and have been on Ritalin and Adderall throughout my entire life since then.  I know long time.  I was switched to Vyvanse and this is my first day taking it and I like it so far.  I wouldn't call it a "miracle drug" for me because I have extreme ADHD but it is a lot smoother than Adderall XR I was taking prior.  I also feel more emotionally stable and have more confidence. I also take another 10 mg of Adderall around noon and another 20mg.  We will see how this medicine holds up to all this good stuff.  I am hoping forever since I will never be able to get off a stimulant medication.  But remember, if you have been on stimulants for awhile and do not take them, you will feel EXTREMELY tired and sleep all day."


"About 6 months with Lunseta at first it put me to sleep quickly but I would still wake up approximately 3 to 4 hrs later. I also am an occasional sleep walker, my Dr would not even consider Ambien. Sonato 10 did zilch for me. Unfortunately I have done sleep cooking on Lunesta with no memory. Almost a fire though. Now Lunesta barely puts me out even after taking time off last month because of cost. Sad and desperate for sleep!"


"I was at my highest weight of 272lbs on December 20, 2012. I went for surgery the 28th. Some how I had lost 14 lbs between then and the end of January. I went back in February for my 6 week check up and told my dr I had lost the 14 lbs. He asked me if I was happy about that? I said YES! So he asked if I wanted to lose more and that he had a nutrionist on board and if I was interested meet with her. That was the best decision I ever made!! I'm down 45 lbs now. Started  my first pill March 21,2013 and my most recent June 2, 2013. My goal is to be 150lbs by end of 2013. I should be able to do it!!"


"Male, 6'2", 150lb. I take 75mg of Effexor XR in the AM and 15mg of Remeron in the PM for suicidal depression and generalized anxiety. Some days I take higher doses of 112.5mg and 30mg. The combination has worked wonders for my condition. I started on Remeron initially and titrated to 45mg/day, but did not feel it was working for my depression, although it did help with sleep and appetite. I tried gabapentin for a while and was able to quit Remeron entirely for some time (wanted to give my receptors a break). Gabapentin was great for anxiety but made me more suicidal. I quit gabapentin and went back on just 15mg of Remeron, this time also adding the Effexor. I have been very happy with the results. It seems to be the first medication that really works for me. I had significant side effects when starting Effexor, but they subsided completely after about a week- feeling high much like MDMA, and I had diarrhea and some insomnia. When I increased from 37.5 to 75 mg, the only con I noticed was lower energy level (and some yawning). I started drinking some coffee to help with that. This is a very serious medication to be taking, as I know it can be very hard to withdraw from; however, I am committed to sticking with it. Eventually may increase my dose up to 150mg. Effexor makes me feel very mellow. I am less concerned about what people think of me. I am quite confident with the ladies. My sex life has been better than ever on this med combination. I have wondered if my sense of humor is dulled, however. I am also somewhat lazy, but this may change when I go up to a higher dose. Risk-taking behaviors should be watched when increasing the dose, as I broke my ankle playing sports. Overall, I give this medication 9/10 and am very happy that I got the script. I recommend taking it with Remeron to better manage the nighttime, and to counteract the side effects. They have a wonderful synergy. My only concern is that they may eventually stop working, and I may eventually have to stop taking them and suffer the infamous withdrawals."


"This worked wonders for me. It just cost too much. "


"Works better than morphine after surgery. Dilopid gave me a migraine,  Other narcotics made me itchy. This takes pain away and leaves me a bit relaxed so I can get some rest."


"Literally tried for years every single product over the market and most from the dermatologist and nothing worked. I had cystic acne, a literal pizza face. I had no confidence and couldn't leave the house without full makeup// summers at the beach were nightmares. I am 20 years old and after about a year on spirolactone I have amazing skin. I do not even recognize it. I have better skin then my friends which I never thought people would say. Absolute life changer. Along with w topical Tazorac I don't even have scarring! This medicine is like gold I live in a sorority house and I have to hide it so my friends don't take it because they think my skin looks so good."


"I've been on Jolessa for about 45 days now.  My insurance wouldn't approve the original brand, which my RN mother-in-law says is better, but I've read about other women spotting on Seasonique too so its probably more personal experience. Light spotting at least every few days and I still got a period even after my first month which lasted about 10 days as opposed to my short, but very painful ones.  On the plus side, I didn't even know the period was coming like I usually do: no severe cramps, mood swings, PMS, etc... On the down side, I have zero sex drive.  But overall, I feel very "calm" with less anxiety.  Not sure about weight gain, perhaps a few pounds but I'm making an extra effort to eat better and exercise."


"I'm a 21 year old female and I recently stopped using Nuvaring.  I must say that I have been feeling so much better since I've been off.  While on Nuvaring, I experienced many negative side effects.  I was EXTREMELY moody every month for 2 weeks out of the month(more so than usual PMS). My body also felt very tired and I had little energy.  I gained about 20 lbs while on it for 6 months.   My libido was very low, putting quite a strain on my relationship with my boyfriend.

Since being off of Nuvaring, I am back to my normal self.  I know that it will affect people differently, but I would suggest if you begin to feel any of these similar side effects on Nuvaring, stop using it. The side effects do not get better over time."


"Similar to Ambien but not as effective. I also experience RLS when taking Zaleplon Mg."


"I've had macrobid twice now for UTI and I feel like I'm gonna die, can't take a lot of antibiotics bc I am allergic to penicillin and sulfates. But this medication scares the hell outta me, I'm pregnant and I've stopped taking it for three days and symptoms haven't disappeared"


"Started on these at the end March. Lost 10lbs in the first three weeks, not a great deal, but I only have 2 1/2 stones to lose. Had no appetite in the first week but it has returned a little in 2nd and 3rd week. Not that much though and I'm eating much healthier. However,just weighed myself this morning, at the end of my 4th week and I'm gutted to find I've only lost 1 lb. Although I did have a little bit of chocolate egg and haven't had the chance to go on my wii fit as I usually do nearly every day. Now I'm wondering whether I should stop the tablets for a couple of days to kick start them again. As I have read that others have done this. Only thing is I had headaches for first three days when I started them and don't want a repeat of that."


"I use this medication to help my migraines. I used to take Relpax. I quit taking it because it was too expensive and the side effects were strong. I like this medication because my insurance covers most of it and it is very effective with little side effects. The only cons are the taste (a little minty but the end has a bitter taste), I seem to get different side effects each time I take it (very mild, includes some drowsiness and nausea), also in my experience you need to take this medication as soon as you feel the migraine coming on or you may find yourself taking two or three pills during the migraine every two hours to keep it gone. Overall I find it very cost friendly and effective. I will continue using this medication."


"I have been on Gilenya for a little over a year. This is a wonderful medicine for me. I started the medication after my second exacerbation in less than 7 months. I have not had any more relapses in the past year. I have enjoyed my life with little to no interferences from my Multiple Sclerosis. I just wanted to share, yes it is expensive but it is worth it. Who knows what the future holds for any of us but I know with Gilenya currently being my medicine of choice I do not dread the future I am embracing what is to come. Thank you to Novartis."


"I love Implanon! I used to have NuvaRing and it caused many yeast infections and bacterial vaginitis. Since I've switched to Implanon I haven't had any issues whatsoever. I am terrified of needles and the only reason I didn't get Implanon earlier was for the fear of the huge needle they would put in my arm. Honestly I didn't feel a thing. The numbing medicine stung a little bit but I couldn't even tell when they put my Implanon in. I had a cold rag over my eyes and I was still waiting for the pain when they told me it was all over. I haven't had any side effects nor weight gain. I love it!"


"Perhaps most here are taking Naltrexone every day and then trying to not drink alcohol? I have not tried that.

I take Naltrexone only on days I have a strong craving and then take it 1 hour before I drink the alcohol. (See Sinclair Method, Amazon’s The Cure for Alcoholism - 80% success, no need for detox.) After 2 months (drinking only on 18 days) my irrational craving for alcohol has been virtually extinguished. If I ever drink again, I will take the Naltrexone an hour before.

No counselling, no AA meetings, nothing like that. All I needed to stop drinking (1 ½ to 2 bottles of wine a night for the last decade) was will-power to take the Naltrexone an hour before drinking - which was easy for me. Good luck!"


"I have tried Byetta in the past and although it worked it made me really sick.  My doctor wanted me to try Victoza when my A1C came back at 6.2. I have been on it for four days and I have noticed a big difference. I do have nausea and headache, but its been mild and I can deal with it. I no longer have the lows and highs during the day and I am not craving food at all. I hope this works over time, but I find with both of these medicines it works best when you stick to a low sugar, low carb diet and reduces indigestion."


"I've been on TriNessa for about two years and I love it. My skin is clear, my periods are usually only 4 days long with no severe cramps, and I haven't had any noticeable side effects like mood swings or weight gain. In fact I've lost almost thirty pounds in recent months through diet and exercise, so losing weight hasn't been an issue either. I've tried so many kinds of bc (the shot, the ring, other pills) and so far this one is my favorite."


"Works great and no side effects."


"I had suffered from panic attacks and anxiety since I was 8 years old.  It was managable until this year.  The attacks have been so severe that I cannot drive and was missing work.  I cannot take SSRI's or any medications for that matter.  My DR. prescribed Burspar 5mg twice daily.  That actually was too much for me and I take 2.5mg twice a day and it works wonderful.  I feel the anxiety dwindle away within 1 hour of taking the pill.  I do not take it on a regular basis, only when my anxiety begins to increase.  Buspar levels me to a normal level. There is hope."


"It has done the job in lowering my cholesterol within 3 months."


"This drug was like a miracle for me! I'm 29 and have known about my FH since I was 18. I do not tolerate statins or Zetia very well and the only medicine I've been able to take is 2 mg of Livalo. On the Livalo my total cholesterol was 262 and my LDL was 280. I'm fairly active for my age and in pretty good shape (I could lose about 10-15 lbs). I ran my first full marathon last year. After taking Repatha along with the Livalo for 6 weeks, my total cholesterol is now 130 and my LDL is 69. I have had absolutely no side effects. I'm still in shock and I feel like I'm in a dream. I'm so thankful this drug is available!!"


"My 10yr old daughter was put on this med a yr ago and it was truly one of the best decision's I have made for her, her school work had improved tremendously she is able to focus and concentrate!!! Only problem we have with it is that she takes it in the early morning and it doesn't kick in till about noon...other than that I would recommend it, she has not had any side effects either...all in all its a huge plus :)"


"I have been on the Patch for almost 2 months and I'm loving it! First of all no baby which is great! The first month was horrible I had the worst mood swings and I cried so much. I was so mean and kept on snapping on everyone. However I got over it. I prefer to place the patch on either cheeks of my buttocks, because it hides it and also doesn't wrinkle and peel. However, it does itch at the site and when I remove it. My breasts have grown an entire cup size which is not so great because I was a 36DD before the patch. I have noticed a slight weight gain, but I think that is from me consuming too much food when I have cravings. The patch works wonders. And my sex drive is great! Always in the mood."


"I have been using Prandin for about 4 months and it has made a huge difference in my sugar. I would definitely recommend asking your doctor about it."


"Let me start by saying I should have started on this medication years ago.
I'm a Senior Executive with a large company who travels and gives seminars to other execs. In the past I would painfully count down the days to my next seminar, each day the panic and anxiety would become progressively worse. My Dr. prescribed me Propranolol to take 60 minutes before each speaking engagement, this helped at that moment, but it was the time leading up to each engagement that was so harrowing for me.
6 months ago my Dr. prescribed 25 mgs Sertaline, this has been a game changer.I now look forward with great anticipation to each speaking engagement. I have found 25 mgs is perfect for my needs, no reason to make the jump to 50mgs. Good luck to all!"


"This did not work for me at all. I lay in bed for the third night in a row, congested and unable to sleep. Not sure why it doesn't work for me, but I am severely unsatisfied. No side effects, but no desired effects either."


"This product is easy to use. I was using the patch. It would come off. Now I don't have to worry about it."


"I am enjoying being able to pee easily day and night while taking Tamsulosin. However, I am still up 3 or 4 times a night. Experiencing more erections. "


"Life has never been easy. I have increasingly suffered from depression and panic attacks over the last few years. It got to the point where it was becoming difficult to leave the house. Constantly on edge, screaming on the inside, crying, feeling ill, feeling overwhelmed. I told my divorce attorney about my panic attacks and she suggested that I start taking st. John's Wort.  On my way home from Court I stopped and bought some at Walmart. I just bought a small bottle, money is tight and I just wanted to give it a try. I noticed results after the first dose. This is day number 4. Taking 900 milligrams per day. I haven't felt anxious, on edge, haven't cried  and I feel more clear-headed and focused. No side effects as of yet.       ; D"


"i have had the nexplanon for 3 years; i just got it re-done i love it. i dont have to worry about a pill everyday or going to the doctor every 3 months. its been really good. i have gain a few pounds, my periods are very regular. one a month for 5 days. i love it"


"First time on birth control and I started with this one mainly because I had terrible cramps and period side effects. Doctor recommended Ortho Tri-Cyclen and I have been using it for 4 months now. Can't complain about the pill. My face has significantly become clearer. Still have pretty bad cramping though. My period now lasts about 4-5 days versus the 6-7. I Also had weight gain. Gained 15lbs  in a matter of 3 mths. I am 5'8 and normally weigh 115 so for me it wasn't a big deal. I definitely felt my breast a lot heavier too. I rarely suffer from headaches and this pill made me get one almost every other day, which was annoying and uncomfy. Had to switch due to break through bleeding though, Either Azurette or Lutera. "


"I m happy to be in complete remission because of this medication"


"Hello, I wanted to come here and give my insight and story. This has worked 2 times for me.Hopefully,it can calm or help how you or someone you know deal with the stress and anxiety that this brings!! The man I'm dating ejaculated in me and I believe it was right after ovulation. We immediately took action and I took plan b within the hr. The pill made me tired, mood swings,anxious, cramp,acne, discharge and bloat. The pharmacist said these are common symptoms. I cramped pretty bad, 5 days later I spotted then the 6th day I started my period! As long as you take it within the 3 day window you should be fine. Plan b is a true lifesaver! Thank you so much plan b,you have saved my life! Take a deep breath and try to be calm."


"I used NuvaRing for only a month. Throughout the month I was telling people to use it, that it was the best thing ever, etc. Until it came time where my period would have come if it weren't for NuvaRing. I was beyond moody, snapping at everyone for every little thing from talking too loud to looking at me too long. The constant cramping that came with it, along with the back pains and headaches just was not worth it. I took it out and have not looked back since."


"I have chronic bronchitis and COPD...this inhaler is great for the shortness of breath and wheezing  ..I love it awesome product..."


"I have been using Atripla now for about three months. I haven't gotten my second blood test. However, when I began taking Atripla my CD4 was 386 and my viral load was 85K. I was experiencing acute respiratory problems. As soon as I began taking Atripla within several weeks my lymphnodes began to shrink and the respiratory issue (persistent cough) went away.

Side Effects:
Severe Drowsiness ("Drunk Feeling") - 24hrs
Severe Nausea - 24hrs
Vivid Dreams - 2 weeks (Mostly clowns and snakes)
Sleepiness - 2 weeks ... I still only take Atripla at night, but it no longer makes me as sleepy as it did when I first started taking it

I do not yet know how my numbers have improved. I'll report back in a few weeks with those."


"Excellent.  Had hip pain so bad that I could only stand for 10-15 minutes at a time.  One dose along with methylprednisolone and the pain went away."


"It's been 2 months since starting saxenda and I'm still having big time issues. I'm losing the weight, my a1c is better (it's always been under 7 and is now 6.5) but the side effects are taking its toll. The chronic diarrhea and gut rot have me feeling like an exhausted piece of dirt every day. The nutritionist says I need 50 minutes of Cardio per day, and theres no way this is happening as I just feel like crap all the time. If this wasn't a study I would have bowed out by now. I still may but it is doing what it's supposed to do.... Better blood gluose and weight loss. In the 14 month trial I was supposed to lose 12 pounds, it's been 2 months and I've lost exactly 20 pounds. We will see what the future holds."


"Prozac along with other SSRI's do not mix well with my body. I have a loss of appetite, no sex drive, nauseating effects, and a "mild mood" (loss of my true personality). "


"I have been taking this medication for about 2 weeks now. I was put on this medicine for depression and being unable to sleep since losing my father in December. Since starting this medicine I feel less depressed and am able to sleep although I am always hungry. I was never able to get above 115 lbs but now weigh 134 lbs. I like the medicine so far and have no other side effects. "


"I started mobic a month ago for right knee pain, it has helped with all the other body aches and pains I was not treated for. I am concerned with possible side effects I have decided that I enjoy feeling young and pain free again. I pray it continues."


"Extreme pain and inflammation on the sight where injection was done.

It happened in my first and now my second set of injections.  The swelling last for about a week. I will not be getting my 3 rd set of synvisc injections. Too painful."


"WORST LAXATIVE EVER!!! Horrible cramping and gas!! Took a very long time to work! I didn't take 3 tabs at once I took two. I wouldn't recommend going this route. It has made me miserable."


"I've had cold sores since I was a child. It's embarrassing and ghastly to look at. I'm now 32 and I've figured out the best remedies to prevent or speed up healing time.

The #1 best medication is L-lysine. I take 1000 mg capsules (Nature's Bounty) at the first sign of an itch, tingle or irritation. I take no chances! Since taking L-lysine I haven't had one form yet. Dry lips on windy days, runny nose and stress are my triggers.

#2 is Ice.  Freezing it prevents the blisters from forming. The virus thrives in warm, moist areas. Use #3 Rubbing Alcohol w/ ice to dry out sore. For those naturopaths, #4 Turmeric is great in stopping blisters from spreading. It's a natural anti-inflammatory and the virus is unable to thrive. Best of luck!!!"


"I feel much better after reading the experiences of others, which are so like mine. I'm a 44 yr old Florida native who spent way too many hours in the sun. I had my first basal cell excised at age 26; several more removed through MOHs, and Actinic Keratosiss "frozen" off, since. I tried Carac on my chest last year with little response. Now on day 13 of using Zyclara on my chest and shoulders and -- wow. By day 2, I had spots appear & the number of red, swollen, itchy lesions has multiplied every day since. I do NOT think I would be brave enough to use Zyclara on my face, given my significant (and unsightly) response.  It IS uncomfortable, but hopefully worth it.  Fabric-covered cool packs, ibuprofen and Neutrogena Excema Essentials cream has helped."


"Two months on Trintellix. Amazing results. I had some stomach pain and headache at the first week. But with time, it all went away. Now, I am at enjoying relief from major depression. It is great. I had depression to the point I could not walk anymore and I gained over 40 pounds in one year. It is time to get in shape again. I am 100% happy  and got my life back. Thanks Trintellix!!!"


"I have been on accutane for a little over two months now. My acne was terrible before taking this. I had been on everything on the market. In the first few weeks of treatment my skin got worse, but now it is fantastic with few bumps. My skin isn't very dry, just my lips. I play a lot of sport and experience joint and chest pain in many of my matches. I'd rather experience little physical pain over the emotional and physical pain of having acne."


"I feel ill constantly on this meds. I am confused and my heart is pumping like crazy and the best thing is after 4 days there is no improvement of my ears. I just had nurse check my ears and it is still red"


"Had a bronchoscopy that went a little long, so sux was used to supplement the regular anesthesia. Starting the next day I underwent 3 days of literally screaming agony; my entire body was stiff and to a certain extent unresponsive to conscious movement commands, and I felt made of dry wood. Kind of like the Tin Man ("Oilcan. Oilcan!"). Walking with 3-inch steps, groaning in pain with the slightest movement. 5 more days of decreasing pain after that. I believe I am still suffering from it 3 months after the fact. I'm continually dizzy and have had 5 or 6 blackout falls."


"I have just finished my 12 week prescription of Terbinafine for my toenail fungus that effected my right big toenail which was bad, but not horrible and my 2 small toenails. I had read some of the other reviews and was worried about the side effects. I thankfully did not have any. My nails have cleared out wonderfully and cannot wait to see them when they are fully grown out."


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"I have been on this birth control for about 6 months. I switched from Lo Loestrin because that birth control gave me my period continuously. Since being on this birth control I have had absolutely no side effects. I get my period for about 5-7 days, moderately heavy then progressively gets lighter. I had moderate cramps for 2-3 days during my period, but I would get cramps without birth control too. I take it at exactly the same time (9pm) everyday and get my period every month at the same time (during my inactive pills). No weight gain, headaches, moodiness or anything. This birth control has worked well for me, although everyone is different."


"I had my IUD inserted in February of 2015 (about 2.5 years ago). The insertion was fairly painless and quick. I had a lot of problems with hormonal birth control pills, so my doctor thought this would be a good alternative. The first 2 years with Skyla were pretty good. My periods were lighter, no weight gain, minor PMS. About 6 months ago, my PMS symptoms became almost unbearable. My acne has gotten much worse, and I am having PMS symptoms I haven't had since my teenage years (before I started the pill). My periods are now lasting about 2 weeks with only 2 weeks in between. It's a nightmare. My doctor told me she has had many complaints with Skyla and will be switching me to Mirena this month. Overall, would not recommend this IUD."


"I have Panic Attack Disorder and anxiety.I use Librium on and off as needed. It works wonderfully. Makes me calm in about 20 minutes and I feel I can control the rest of the day. I take 5mg as needed. When I take it as needed it doesn't have side effect."


"Kept me up all night. Just the reverse effect. I took it to sleep and then stayed up all night. I will not be taking it again. Trazadone works better"


"I have carried around an additional 35 lbs on this 5'3" body for six years with no willpower or cravings control to get it off.  Just finished my first full week on Belviq and have lost 3.5 lbs.  I lose like a snail so this is impressive. I did have a mild headache for the first three evenings which went away with Advil.  Mild dry mouth and definitely felt a bit off balance but the good news is that my urgent hunger pangs and carb, dessert and wine cravings are gone!  Still enjoy my food but, as others have said, I am perfectly happy to make healthy choices and to eat small portions.  I have been able to cut down on my evening wine and have substituted my evening ice cream with herb tea.  All of these changes have been painless."


"I have been on this pill for 3 weeks.  I am pre-menopausal and am anemic so the dr. thought the pill might regulate my bleeding.  So, I am not using this as a birth control method.

Week 3 I had suicidal thoughts all day and severe depression.  I am never like this.  I am also bleeding and have severe cramps.  I never had cramps with my menstrual cycle before.

I called the dr. today to put me on something else.  After reading all of these reviews I am convinced it is this b.c. pill"


Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

"By far the best tasting and smallest amount to drink ... Twice 5oz that's it , taste even better when mixed with apple juice"


"Minimal side effects (if any) - no daily pill reminder - knowledge of exactly when you'll get your period unlike the other non-pill options."


"This drug works FAST. I'm 14 years old and have been having sleeping problems when I'm tossing and turning and can't fall asleep, anxiety where I can't even go in the car, eating and weight problems (loss of appetite), depression which is taking over my life making me suicidal and PTSD and OCD. My doc first prescribed Zoloft, didn't do me any good just made me feel so much sicker with its horrible side effects and make me feel more suicidal and hopeless so I stopped, but my Doc then prescribed me this Remeron. first night? out like a light in 30 mins. woke up the next morning feeling refreshed. started eating breakfast, went from 82 lbs to 89 in a week (good news for me). If anyone as a teen has my symptoms consider remeron!!"


"(18) First of all my doctor did not prescribe any pain med or even tell me to take Advil before coming in to have Skyla inserted. I loved the idea of a 3 year birth control with no work as I can hardly remember to take my daily vitamin everyday! It was the worst pain of my whole entire life. I've had 160lbs fall directly onto the top of my knee cap and this experience was by far worse than that. I have longer lighter periods now which I hate because my period was perfect before, the standard 7 day period and now I bleed randomly and there is no pattern at all. After it was inserted I went to check out and felt so faint and sick I ran to the bathroom and almost threw up. I felt awful and like I was going to pass out. The mood swings suck."


"This medicine has worked wonders for me! Only problem is the weight gain - I have gained almost 40 lbs in 3 months."


"I was diagnosed with asthma and COPD and was given symbicort. First I lost my voice , then I would get constant leg cramps at night, then I started to lose weight. I went to see my new doctor, by the way my previous doctor sent me to have my throat examined for any problems and all came out ok. My new doctor asked me "who told you you got COPD"?  my previous doctor. She asked did I have a lung test and I said no. Then  told me to quit symbicort get a chest x-ray  a full lung test and a complete blood scan which came back Normal. Now it's been over a week since I stopped symbicort and am breathing normal don't cough got my appetite back and don't use my rescue inhaler which I seldom used . Get a complete lung test before taking symbicort."


"My daughter has been taking Miralax since she was 5. Prior to starting the Miralax regimen, my daughter would suffer from daily stomach pain. She was finally diagnosed with a chronic constipation problem and put on Miralax. She has been using it for four years now and very rarely complains anymore (if at all). You may have to play with dosage from time to time. She started on a heavy dose and we were then able to taper down to a much smaller one. We are happy with how it has helped her. Of course, we would love it if she didn't have to use anything at all! But we are very grateful to have something that helps her so much. She doesn't have any side effects from it--that is another positive about this product. Give Miralax a try."


"I did not lose a single pound during the 15 day free trial. I ached all over, muscle aches pains, general malaise. Decided not to continue after the free trial and let me just say that the withdrawals from this drug are horrendous. Had high hopes for Belviq but seriously thought I was going to have to go to the emergency room the second day after I stopped taking it. Had racing heart beat occasionally while taking it."


"In terms of a birth control method, this product works well. Thats the only good thing I have to say about.

Take this with a grain of salt (every woman is different) but the side effects for me have sucked. I got the implant in 8 months ago and I get my period every single day since I got it inserted. Because of the constant tampons I have gotten UTI'S, and on top of that I experience depression swings, which is so unlike me. I'm over this method and getting it taken out next week, I CAN'T WAIT."


"I was first given reglan after my third bowel obstruction surgery and it worked very quickly. I was on it three times a day for three years. The long term use caused, nausea, 50lb weight loss, visual disturbances, fatigue, Parkinson like shaking, suicidal thoughts and irritability.  I would not recommend this to anyone."


"I used to be in a very bad place in my life. After joining an opiate addiction treatment center, I was started on suboxone. The medical staff helped me turn my life around. They got me clean without any withdrawal symptoms. The speed and efficiency of the program was well worth the cost. I really appreciate all they've done for me! This really is a miracle drug! "


"This treatment is very potent and was very effective for me! I think it is significantly stronger than normal steroids so I never used it for the eczema on my face. However, for the discoid eczema that I've been dealing with for around a year on my hands, arms and legs, it has been very effective at tackling any breakouts or severe redness and scaliness. For me I can normally work see the effects overnight but I find it to be most effective if used for 3-5 days (making sure to use emollients meanwhile) and then to stop for a week or whenever next needed. Definitely recommend if a weaker steroid is not working!"