"Ativan is a miracle drug. Whoever invented it should have received the Nobel Prize. Zero adverse effetcs, completely safe. I am going through chemo and my beloved old companion cat which I had for over 14 years died after many months of poor health. I felt gripping anxiety for weeks, it felt like my chest was going to explode. I was faced with vet bills and wasn't working. Ativan worked in less than an hour, I felt such relief, and only after 1mg. I take it once, sometimes twice, a day and my life is bearable. Please don't suffer. If you experience anxiety ask you Dr for Ativan, even 0.5 mg may work."


"I am so glad that this drug works.  I just recently started it.  I have had a few side effects but so far feel good."


"There are more positives for me than negatives. I have little to no PMS (used to have lots of cramps, bloating, moodiness, fatigue, breakouts, breast tenderness). Almost none of that now. Periods much lighter and shorter. Skin cleared up alot (although I get a zit once in awhile now I think because my body has adjusted to the hormone levels). The only drawbacks are decreased sex drive and annoying vaginal dryness."


"This medication actually works well for me."


"I wish there was a way to rate this with a ZERO. I've had non stop heavy bleeding for 8 months. I already only weighed 115 and now I weigh 103 I'm tired all the time. Let's not mention the MIGRAINES from this thing, the mood swings, it's horrible and has convinced me to never get on any other birth control other then the pill. I HATE IT. IF YOUR THINKING ABOUT DOING IT PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND DON'T DO IT"


"I have been on Zovia for 4 months. I quickly gained 10 pounds, even though I workout 4 to 5 times a week and watch what I eat. I have gone from a B cup to a C cup, and I have developed horrible mood swings. I also experience bad acne about 4 days before and after my period."


"I have had chronic low back pain for 3 years. I have tried 30  injections, spinal cord stimulator, PT, oral meds, tens unit, etc. The Butrans patch is the 1st time I have had consistent relief ever! My pain without medicines is 8-9. I have pinched nerves that give me pain down both legs. I tried the 5,10, & 20 patch. All dosages lost effectiveness at the 5 day mark leaving me 2.5 days without relief. We finally found a 20mcg patch changed every 5 days is the magic dose. My pain levels stay between a 3 to 5. I have my life back and the only side effects I have is drowsiness. I sleep 4 or 5 hours a day plus a full night sleep!"


"I use Voltaren Gel for shin splints. I experienced extreme pain from shin splints everytime I run for a few days in a row. This problem has been going on for the last 12 years. If I push through with the pain for a couple of weeks it will get so bad that I won%u2019t be able to walk for a couple of days. Ever since my first year of track I haven%u2019t been able to run competitively. About six months ago as I was walking out of the doctor%u2019s office a sales rep came in with Voltaren Gel. The doctor stopped me to gave me the sample tube. With that tube I was able to train for a 5k race and come in 3rd. In a week from now I will be running a marathon. The gel has changed my life because it has brought relief to my legs."


"After years of being anxious and depressed I finally went to the doctor to get some answers. I was having nose bleeds, chest pains, and extreme withdrawal from any social situations. When he suggested an anti-anxiety/depression medicine I was very hesitant. He put me on 10mg a day. The beginning side effects were awful. My mouth and eyes were so dry I was using eye drops and nose spray daily. I was also experiencing very bad vaginal dryness which leads to extreme discomfort and bleeding. After about 2 weeks these side effects have to stop by about 65%. I feel like I have my life back. I haven't been so relaxed or motivated in YEARS. I am even thinking of asking my doctor to up my dosage to 20mg. I absolutely LOVE this medication!"


"I took Provigil for 6 months with varying doses (100-300mg/day). It only took about 20-30 minutes to kick in and lasted roughly 7 hours. It gave me an incredibly high level of alertness. I also have mild cataplexy and sleep paralyzation, and it seemed to help keep both of these under control. However, it also gave me very bad nausea and an even worse headache. When the medicine wore off, my body reacted by immediately having a strong "sleep attack". If I didn't take my next dose before the first had worn off, the second didn't seem to work. Also, my urine smelled strange and the smell got even stronger when I drank more water. This stopped as soon as I changed my medication to Adderall."


"After toughing it out with anxiety for many years I went to a Dr,. he prescribed Paxil I took it and it increased my problems 10 times. I never went back so I've lived with anxiety with the help of kolonopin up until 6 months ago when I couldn't take the 3 am panic attacks anymore and the daytime paranoia, " OMG what if anything happens"

My new Dr. prescribed Celexa, I took 10mg and couldn't sleep for 3 nights, I went back to the Dr.

and he reduced the dosage to 2.5 mg. Within three nights the panic attacks stopped  and I could sleep. I went back again and we increased it to 5 mg.Three months later increased it back to 10 mg.We will see where this all goes, but I do feel better and plan to stick with this Dr. and this medication."


"5 years smoke free on August 1, 2013."


"So i just had my daughter 1-25-17 and I got this 6 weeks after having her mind you I was still having some bleeding after having my daughter I had 2 weeks after having her then I had my period then I had spotting and now after having this put in 3-17-17. I have NOT stopped bleeding it is now going on a full month of constant annoyance and every time you think it finally stops it comes back heavy. I hate this. It is a annoying piece of plastic"


"I have been on this medicine for approximately 4 months. The benefits that I have had with my vision and headaches has been wonderful.  The things I am not sure about and cannot find much about is that I have a great deal of memory loss.  I have searched this on several sites and I cannot find anything about it so I am not sure if it is a side effect or if it is happening to me for some other reason.  I have had some confusion since I have started it and that is starting to concern me.  The only alternative to this medication is to have a shunt put in and I am not sure I am ready for that.  I don't like the fact that I cannot have carbonated beverages but I am sure that it is a good thing as I was a soda addict."


"I was prescribed Darvocet for a back injury and moderate to heavy pain in the lower back. It takes the edge off the pain with few side effects."


"I was prescribed this medication for muscle pain related to rheumatoid arthritis and chronic tendonitis.  Personally I'm VERY sensitive to this medication and suffer the "rare: side effects slurred speech, hallucinations  (only at night) disorientation  (I've gotten lost in my own room twice when I take 4 mg) low heart rate. The highest dose I have taken is 8mg with Xanax for my anxiety,  once I stayed awake although drowsy, I watched a movie; the second time I woke up in ICU for bradycardia, hypotension and change in level of consciousness. Despite talking this daily for 2 months, I still have side effects. My husband says this medicine makes me drunk. I have been taking 1mg at a time.  It does work well."


"I've been on birth control for about three years. I had the Depo shot for 9 months then I switched to the Implanon and have had it for 2 years. I didn't have a period when I was on Depo or when the Implanon was inserted. The weirdest thing happened I started my period last week and it will stop for a couple days and start up again just wondering if it's normal for it to happen. Since I've been on it for so long I didn't think I would get my period until I had it taken out."


"My doctor initially gave me clotrimazole but didn't work on me and the itch is killing me. After almost a week and still didn't have any improvement. Luckily I found econazole nitrate and within 2 days I feel so much better."


"so far doing good. Got a diagnosis of MS 2016, Jan. I was numb from the waist down. Took for a month for the numbness to recede. I am very unbalance. I am hoping as months pass that will disappear. My energy has not return for me yet. Maybe it will. I am praying so. No reactions except itching on the back of my arms. that is all. I do all 7 sites."


"I was on Humira injections for one full year. My psoriasis completely cleared after three months however I did develop a couple of side effects. The first one came when I started having trouble with my left knee. I had been administrating the medicine in my thighs, alternating each thigh as instructed, but developed tendinitis. I couldn't admin the injection into my stomach due to severe scarring so I my only option were my thighs. It seemed to subside after the 6th month. During my 8th month on humira I noticed terrible stomach pains. I gained 15 pounds in only 8 months and started having gallbladder attacks. A few months later, I discontinued my humira and haven't had anymore digestive problems. Psoriasis is back with a vengeance though"


"I have taken 5mg Flexeril, could take 5 and still had spasms.  Tried 10mg Flexeril and still same results. Tried Methacarbonol with no relief. With this I took 1 and can act like I'm 21. Muscle spasm are caused by many bone spurs on my spine pointing down on my nerves. This is best drug on the market for my conditions."


"I've had spinal stenosis in my lumbar area with resultant localized and sciatic pain for over thirty years now (just turned 70...decided I was getting to be way too old to be a junkie...got addicted to opiates 25 years ago). After the VA helped me through opiate-replacement therapy, I got off even the Suboxone two months ago. Clean the first time in 30 years.

I take Naproxen as needed, but think I need to be on a regular daily twice-a-day dose of 500mg Naproxen to keep the low back pain down.
I must be a real wuss! I read all the entries above about people nearly vomiting or passing out from the pain! My own pain is nowhere NEAR that level but I HATE pain of any kind, so try to avoid even aching low back. Naproxen helps."


"I don't have crippling insomnia, but I cycle through rough periods of it. Zopiclone 7.5mg has worked well for me. I fall asleep within half an hour of taking it if I am in bed, lights off. It gives me a good 7 hours of rest most of the time, but I track my sleep quality and sometimes the quality actually isn't that great. I need to be in bed when I take it because if I stay up for more than ~30 mins after taking it, I can't fall asleep. Super frustrating, but avoidable."


"I was prescribed Hycodan tablets for bronchitis 30 years ago and have never been prescribed anything that works as well to get a good nights sleep when I have a bad cough. When I ask for it, even when my doctor prescribed it by name they didn't have it in tablet form at my pharmacy. I end up with Vicodin, which does not work as well to stop the coughing. They both make me sleep, I would never take it in the daytime. "


"Fantastic, I couldn't tolerate 2 pills am and 2 pills pm( some insomnia caused by anxiety) So doc kept me at 2 pills am and 1 pill pm and that works fine. Cravings are gone, not turning to food for comfort, and satisfied with normal food portions, This drug is incredible, wish it was around years ago.word of advice, if it causes insomnia, take the pm dose about 7-8pm rather then right before bed.  I do have some minor side effects such as anxiety , headache and stuff, but worth putting up with for a drug as effective as this, If your very overweight and nothing else has helped, Run, don't walk to your doctor and ask him about starting contravene, you'll be glad you did"


"Stomach problems cramps constipation and diarrhea sometimes"


"I have been on dilantion and phenobarbitone both taken at night. I haven't had any gramdmals in two years. I've notice some type of rash on my side that doesn't seem to ever go away and feel a lot more stress and some weight gain but with the two mixed together it works great. I sleep well and have a lot of energy."


"I'm a healthy 36 year old male. The first and only anti-depressant I have taken. I'm usually quite mellow but when I was going through a divorce, I needed something to calm me down. Lexapro worked great, almost too good. I voluntarily cut back my dosage because I was too care free and avoided even making simple decisions. But the right dosage worked great for me. It also helped me with premature ejaculation, a condition I occasionally encountered. While my sex drive decreased, my confidence went way up. The only bad side effect I had was stomach discomfort when first starting the medicine, but subsides after a few weeks."


"I've been on Reclipsen for a few years now. I loved it had no problems until the past 8 months. My PMS type symptoms grew increasingly worse and have started to severely affect my life. I feel crazy, mood swings changing within the same hour. Depressed and feeling like something is always off and wrong. Will be switching birth control next week."


"Nexium worked great for me too. After two years of use I developed high blood pressure. Maybe related to Nexium (known rare side effect) or maybe not. Stopping the drug seems not possible. Heartburn comes back, and it is very severe. "


"I got the implant in January of this year I was a hundred and fifty pounds and by the time I got it out in October I was a hundred and seventy I'm having severe mood swings. This is a very effective form of birth control and I also didn't have any periods at all but the weight gain was terrible. After two weeks out I've lost 5pounds not doing anything a lot of it was water weight as I was up peeing several times a night. I feel so much better already I'm giving my body some time then I'll be going on the patch. The weight gain wasn't as bad as the Depo shot but the mood swings were the same"


"I have suffered from Gastroparesis for about 6 years now.  This is a disease where your stomach and intestines are paralyzed.  It is EXTREMELY painful!!  Severe constipation is a MAJOR factor when you have this disease.  Recently, I went to the ER with terrible gut pain, and my entire abdomen was distended to the point of looking like I was 8-9 months pregnant!  I had not had a bowel motion for 6-8 weeks, but when I told the doctor on-call this, after waiting to see him for 5.5 hours, he laughed and told me "it isn't possible to go that long without having a bowel movement!". I then went to see a different doctor at a different clinic. He gave me samples of Linzess, and I FINALLY WENT! Just wish ALL doctors knew about this medicine!"


"Saphris changed my life - but not until I went to 10 mg.  I was finally "normal" - completely taking care of myself, my house, my business affairs .... I even realized I had hoarding tendencies and was able to rid my life of all the clutter.  Then the wheels came off :  Tardive dyskenisia.   I can't think of a more humiliating side effect, and it started a year before I finally got a second opinion and was diagnosed.  TD worsened when I stopped taking saphris, and unfortunately for me, all my "old" habits are back.    It was so nice to be normal for the time it lasted -- but TD is horrific, and a truly unfortunate side effect."


"I got mine three years ago and literally just got back from having it removed. I bleed for the first 4-6 months regularly and was scared it would never stop (like some other people said theres never did) but I stuck it out and it stopped. In the past 5 months (ending of third year) I had a super light period three times. No changes in skin, possibly could have contributed to emotional distresses and weight gain but other things changed in my life too so I can not say definitively that it was the nexplanon. I think some people are too quick to give up on it because they contribute all their changes to it and don't factor in everything else that could be contributing to their symptoms (eating, exercise, drinking, etc.)."


"Luckily had no side effects on this antibiotic. I made sure to take it with a big meal each time though, so that might have helped. I was put on Bactrim for a previous urinary tract infection and it was horrible. Nausea, felt like I had a fever, increased my heart rate etc. I'm glad I found this and hope I can take it again if I get another urinary tract infection. The only thing I noticed was that it brought back a weird cough I usually only get after a bad cold. My doctor calls it a bronchial spasm. It hasn't gone away after having been off the medicine for 3 weeks, but it was so mild compared to when I get it with a cold that I can easily deal with it. "


"Hi all, I left my opinion last year around October. And things have changed just a bit. I understood my illness is genetic Bc my uncle had it and my dad has it but don't accept it I guess. Anyway 70% of cases have a genetic background so feel better about that. You didn't chose this. I feel Lamictal is not working as well after two years but not a major change. I will increase it from 200mg to 250 this week. I control my depression with clonazepan. I feel anxiety makes depression worse. So when it kicks in then I feel stronger enough to make a prayer and it goes away.we need to do some work in our brain. Everything that is negative you change it for "yes" and I can and I will."


"My doctor weaned me off of Paxil a few weeks ago as it wasn't working. Three days after the last dose was the start of the two worst weeks of my life. It included migraines, nausea, decreased vision, when I turned my head or moved my eyes there was a whooshing sound in my head accompanied by extreme dizziness. Then there were  the bouts of crying for no apparent reason. In summary I would call this poison not medicine."


"Back in Feburary I reported that I had been on the drug Amiodarone  for 2 weeks.  The drug worked well for getting the heart back into Sinus Rhythm, but it has come at a horrible price!

I now have "pulmonary toxicity" due to this drug and am having recurring bouts of pneumonia.  If I had known then what I know now, I would have asked the doctor for something else.  When you have toxicity, they can see "ground glass" in your lungs.  The pain is horrible sometimes and I find myself not wanting to breathe deeply.

I was working out 6 days a week and the doctors have me doing almost nothing right now.  I am on steroids but we don't know the long term effects for me.

Please educate yourself before agreeing to take this drug!"


"I am 65 years old and on April 2011 I had TURP surgery to correct a very enlarged prostate.  Before surgery my T level was approximately 450.  After the surgery it quickly dropped to around 150.  My urologist prescribed Testim Gel, and it did not work by increasing the T level.  Then switched to Androgel, it also did not work, the T level barely increased to 159.  Then switched to Androderm patches, also did not work, in fact my T level dropped to 121.  All these 3 medicines gave me side effects.  Then my doctor prescribed Axiron, and it worked incredibly well, in one month my T level went from 121 to 880 and I feel great with NO side effect.  I am super satisfied with the results of AXIRON."


"Not long after each dose I get extremely nauseous, even when taking with food. Having to take it 3 times a day is brutal. Let's just say I can't wait for my treatment to be complete."


"I take Effexor 300mg with Seroquel which doesn't fully control the depressive side of my Bipolar symptoms.  It's the little extra that makes life wonderful!

No side effects at all, no weight gain."


"I use this twice a day and my skin cleared up so fast!!"


"Had extreme allergic reaction. Told these reactions not uncommon. Take Care."


"I've been on brintellix for ~3 months and it has changed my life. My depression was very severe- daily anxiety, immobilized from crying and panicking... this was related to PTSD and I was consumed with feelings of guilt, shame, and thought of suicide several times.  I started on 10 mg, had no side effects at all (maybe a little continued jaw tightness), and felt the effects within a week. I already had reduced anxiety, and cut the amount of xanax I would take in half. Then as time went on, the anxiety and depression started fading away entirely and my mood was elevated. I could think clearly, more energy, more motivation for the first time in months.  Brintellix combined with therapy cured me. I increased to 20 mg and feel better than ever."


"I have been on this shot for just about one year.

I have had one period since being on it which lasted almost a month not heavy by any means, still very annoying.

Not noticed any weight gain but I always go up and down give or take 3 pounds.

I would recommend it everyone is different and has different side effects so it is unknown how one persons body will take to it.

But worth testing it out.

Hated the Pill!"


"I am so disappointed in this product I was hoping that it would help. I tried 2 different strengths but nothing worked. I stuck it out for a month and it just seemed to get worse and worse. I had cystic acne pop up in areas that I never had before. I also suffer from cystic acne and mine was pretty much cleared up, except for a few small areas. The affected areas got much worse and new areas started to pop up. My skin looks scarred and now has to heal after using this product. Everyone is different, so possibly it's just me. I do have Lupus, so this may be a factor. I definitely don't suggest it if you have sensitive skin.

I have Cigna and met my pharm deductible this year but  CVS wanted to charge $200 and Vons Pavilions covered at 100%."


"I was on this Birth control for 6 months, and started noticing a lot of side effects. I was losing more hair, my skin was getting drier and I was also so sad, and cried and got mad over anything. I went to my doctor and he ran me for some blood tests and came back to find out that my estrogen levels dropped immensely. I have switched to the Nuva ring - a low dose birth control.  Other then that -  I had no problems. If you have these symptoms I urge you to get tested for estrogen levels."


"Makes me groggy but maintains my anxiety."


"The drug has performed well to relieve the spasms in my legs."


"I was prescribed Trinessa by my doctor in September of 2015 and have been taking it ever since. This is the only form of birth control that I have been on, which is why I gave it 9/10. It works very well. Prior to taking Trinessa, I had some acne but ever since, I have clear skin and rarely ever get a pimple. I had one minor headache when I first began taking this medicine but have not had one since. Make sure that you eat before or immediately after taking the pill, otherwise you will feel nauseous. My periods are much lighter and cramps are almost nonexistent. I definitely recommend this as a birth control."


"Like so many others, I tried it.  I tried at 10, I tried it at 20.  Nothing, except morning dizziness.
How tremendously disappointing.

I've gone back to my 2 Unisom's ( orange not blue).  At least Im getting a few hours sleep with that.

With as many poor reviews, you have to wonder who Merck paid off to have this thing approved.  I especially dislike the over the top packaging.  How much did that increase the costs?
Shame in all of them."


"Paxil has been great. Within less than a week I was feeling better than I have felt in a long time. I have OCD, anxiety issues, PTSD and postpartum depression and Paxil has helped me see a light. I can enjoy my baby girl and life again! I haven't experienced any of the side effects it says you experience."


"I am on my 3rd injections on both knees and in severe pain. The first one wasn't too bad, second was pretty bad, this time I can barely walk. The Dr said I should start getting some relief soon so I'm really hoping these work. I don't want to scare anyone away from getting these shots, I don't think my reaction is typical.,"


"It knocked me out but it works"


"Amazing. I thought my life was over. I dealt with anxiety since childhood. At times it was worse than others but in the past 9 months it has become so severe that it manifested into unbearable physical symptoms. I was experiencing a cycle of extreme hot flashes that would drench me in sweat, the hot sweat turned to cold dampness quickly turning to violent chills. Uncontrollable heaving made me vomit a dozen times a day. I would wake every day in a full blown anxiety attack. I wasn't able to eat or even quit shivering. I lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks, was so emaciated, dehydrated I really felt like I was dying. In 3 days Buspar made me feel NORMAL. Not zombied or depressed like other medicines. Buspar saved my life, or at least gave me the ability to live."


"I really think this medicine is the best I have tried. Sometimes I even go too low, it works so well. Also it's an exellent choice if using pain medicine. It helps with withdrawels when its time to get off. It's the best medice out there for this purpose also. It's annoying that its so expensive and my insurance wont cover it but I am going to try the discount card from the site."


"I decided to get the Skyla about 10 months after having my son. I never had any problems with the pill, but I wanted something I wasn't going to have to remember to take everyday. I decided on the Skyla because it lasted 3 years, which was perfect timing to have another baby. The insertion wasn't bad, just some pressure, but my doctor said it usually isn't as bad for someone who has had a baby before. All was good the couple days after insertion and then I bled for about 2 weeks straight. I also started getting pretty bad cramps that made it hard to even function some days. At about 4 weeks the cramps were unbearable (felt like labor contractions) so needless to say I got it taken out. It took my body 2-3 weeks to get back to normal after."


"I just had Mirena inserted on June 25th 2015.  I had forgot to take Advil prior to as I was going to the doctors right from work and didn't have any pain meds with me. My doctor told me I would experience some cramping during the procedure so that didn't sound like big deal.  I should have done more research then I never would have had it done.  It was the most painful experience I have ever had, worse then passing kidney stones. The device was being tricky (Drs words) so she had keep adjusting it.  It was excruciating, I was having hot sweats and felt like I was going to be sick. I don't know how I managed to drive home afterward because I couldn't even stand up straight.  3 days later & I'm still having random bad cramps."


"Epiduo Forte is definitely the best spot treater I have used thus far because it cuts the lifespan of a cyst in half or more and gets rid of smaller-medium sized pimples basically overnight. Compared to the other topicals I've been prescribed or bought OTC, Epiduo Forte brings pesky pimples to a head 10x faster. I would have given 10 stars if it wasn't so drying but this is my go-to spot treatment for sure."


"My acne got so bad and my skin even started peeling.  Its caused so many problems and after trying this for 2 months and reading all these (mostly negative) reviews, today is my last day taking this pill. "


"I decided to get the Implanon a couple months back because, as a college student, I'm very forgetful of little things such as a little pill daily or having to go get a shot every three months, which I hated. The procedure was speedy and non-painful. I received quite the bruise and sore spot but nothing that was unbearable, I am now left with a little scar. So far, I haven't had a single period but I've always been irregular. No major mood swings or weight gain. I've actually lost 15 pounds since. The only problem I've encountered so far is being paranoid that someone, or myself, will grab it, or whatever, the wrong way and it'll hurt, but haven't had that either. I definitely recommend the Implanon!"


"I started 3/5/2015 I weighed 231 pounds at my starting weight!  Now it's 6/30/2015 and I'm down to 183!!!!!!  I eat fruit for breakfast everyday usually watermelon or cantaloupe. For lunch it's usually a spinach salad with Turkey or chicken and another side of fruit.., fruit and veggies are all I about live on usually at night I'll have a couple of eggs or chilled chicken"


"I love this drug.  It helps to calm me down and keep me level headed even in times of extreme stress.  I honestly can not live without it."


"Remicade is a very good medicine for those people who

suffer from PsA."


"9mths on 50mg of Zoloft now.  Only downside is obliteration of sex drive/response. But, I'm living a normal life for the first time ever so I'll live with that, thanks!  Side effects in first 10 wks were quite severe but persevere, it's worth it."


"I am 52 year old male and Lamictal was a God send. I was in a bad way for a few years until a new doctor said, "We can fix this" and prescribed Lamictal.  Within a week, I was back. I was able to get on top of and manage my depression,  anxiety and anger. It was so great to be the person I wanted to be instead of the angry mess I had become. That may sound overly dramatic,  but it's true and may speak to some of you."


"Have been on Depo-Provera almost 3 years since being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis as it is the only contraceptive my consultant could recommend that doesn't allow ovulation. I can honestly say I find no faults with this contraceptive! I get it every 10 weeks as apposed to every 12 weeks to keep it built up and not allow bleeding, I was on the pill version before and it didn't agree with me but the injection has worked wonders! No pain, nausea, anemia or bleeding! My life has changed because of this medication, I would honestly seek professional advice if you found this didn't work for you as it may just be a case of dosage or time span."


"I took the depo once because my mom wanted me on it as I  was going into college. I was not sexually active and didn't want it. I got it anyways. I received my one and only injection in June, and had the WORST hormonal period of my life after two months of not bleeding. That period was 3 weeks long. After that one, I didn't bleed for another 2 months. Now, I've been bleeding for a month and a half and have gone through two bags of pads. It's depressing and emotional that I can't be like I was before. I can't even enjoy any type of sexual contact with my boyfriend. I highly recommend NOT getting this shot, it's ruined my life."


"I was given a month supply and after 2 days the side effects are to great I just can't take it anymore.  I wake up in the middle of night to use restroom and will be so dizzy I feel like I will be about to faint.  I'll sit down to use restroom and my arms and hands start to tingle.  My calves are also VERY sore.  I'm not allergic to any other medication that I know of either.  Doctor is calling in a different medicine tomorrow."


"Works as well as Zyrtec but non-drowzy.  I take Xyzal in the morning and Zyrtec in the evening for chronic idiopathic urticaria with angioedema."


"I wrote a review here a few months ago when I was starting my third week on Accutane. And now I am starting my 4th month and its going great. I had mentioned a bunch of side effects before and now the only side effect is chapped lips and dry skin. My face actually feels like a face now and I can actually feel my skin instead of a million dry bumps. I did breakout only on my forehead at the beginning but it only lasted about 2-3 weeks, then I would get a pimple every now and then but now I don't even get pimples anymore. I cant even imagine how much more flawless my face can get. I hope it affects everyone else in a positive way too."


"Anxiety/Panic attacks for a year or so. Fear of the fear made my brain expect an episode in virtually every situation with friends/family/strangers you name it. 80mg SR stopped my physical symptoms - shaking, tingling fingers, heart pumping which in turn stopped my brain from racing and expecting the attack. Life changer. Thank you so much. I'm back!!!!!"


"This was my first birth control and I used it for about five years before I had to switch to something because of insurance.  I experienced 1-2 days of light spotting when I first started it.  It eliminated all menstrual pain and cramping that I experienced before starting on a birth control pill.  It also made my periods start like clock work.  I did experience more pimples when I took it but nothing major.  I never experienced any weight gain on it.  This pill did pretty much kill my libido though."


"Constant bleeding for 2 months on Implanon. I was given the pill (Marvelon) to stop the bleeding which worked. But soon after I got severe anxiety/depression/panic attacks, back pain. I was ill most of the time I had it in. Always at doctors for something. It's now been removed 3 weeks ago and am seeing therapist because of this. I hope when I get my period back I will get back to normal. Do not recommend this!"


"I just had back surgery for a ruptured disc three weeks ago and my surgeon perscribed me Skelaxin to help the the remnants of muscle spasms I was still having. I was expecting it to knock me out but I was actually able to study for an exam and I was virtually pain and spasm free."


"My psych prescribed trazadone 50 mg when I first started seeing her.  I took it one time and still didn't sleep so I tossed it.  A few nights ago I was so frustrated because I  hadn't slept for days so I tore the medicine cabinet apart looking for anything that would make me sleep.  I found the trazadone.  I took one and bam I was out like a light for 8 hours.  Guess I will give it another shot now!"


"Diovan HCT 160/12.5 - took for over 8 years.  Blood pressure was controlled...however, did not realize that daily headaches, hair thinning, up and down blood sugar, weight gain, muscle aches, etc. were side effects.  Stopped taking and all symptoms started to go away."


"I have been using Aggrenox for more then a year now. I have had five TIA strokes prior to using Aggrenox. I think it has reduce my chances of having another stroke. I have had no strokes while using this medication. No side effects either."


"I'm 35 and began suddenly having severe joint pain & stiffness & fatigue for the last 6 months only worsening with each day, to the point of it affecting my daily life. So this week I finally went to the doctors & was given Mobic 7.5mg script and could not believe it but within a 30 mins of taking my first pill I felt like a different person. No joint pain & no side effects other then the freedom to move without My joints hurting. I would recommend this to anyone suffering from joint pain or stiffness and to think this was all caused from a thyroid disease I was unaware of."


"I've been suffering from major depression & anxiety for the past few years until I finally decided I've had enough! Initially I was prescribed Cipralex which helped with my anxiety but I gained way too much weight & couldn't stop eating so after approx 6 months I went off it which wasn't hard at all, no withdrawal symptoms.
I was then put on Wellbutrin 150mg then after approx 1 month up to 300mg. I felt great positive energy   lost a lot of the weight I gained. After approx 1 year I felt that this med was totally ineffective & I wasn't feeling anything.
My doc then prescribed Cymbalta which appeared to work well for approx 1 month then after the next 2 months I didn't feel anything.
Now I'm on Pristiq for just over 5 weeks, I feel good."


"The doctor gave me a sample of this when I complained of congestion. I took two tablets, which may have been too much since I developed the runs. I'll try it again, but only one tablet. Or, I may just get Robitussin since the doctor said that Mucinex is a magnified version of Robitussin."


"ddferrari, I don't believe these people are faking about their experiences. Because I had a good experience with chantix. Honestly, I AM smoking again. I took this a couple of years ago for about a week or two and went from a pack a day to a cigarette every three days. So it DID help. BUT it did make me super tired so much to the point I felt sick constantly. I was having dreams. Dreams about my boyfriend cheating on me (which he was). I'm about to start taking them again. I had stopped back then because of all of that stuff. But I'm going to start again because I did see an improvement. This time I really plan on stopping..."


"A very effective drug for people who have failed many other drug combination. I have head 12 years of different drug combination (salvage therapy) that were not very effective. I started taking Fuzeon over 2 years ago in combination with a clinical trial drug CR 5  with immediate results with increased T-cell counts and an undetectable viral load. Worst side effect is painful swelling at the injection site."


"Caused swelling to nose and eye and face also sneezing and nasal sinus drip.
Dr. wanted 4x a day usage. Discontinued use and symptoms ceased"


"I was having an issue with depression when my doctor prescribed citalopram.  I have been on this medication for about a year now, and wanted to share my experience.  I was started on 20mg, and after a couple months, went to 40mg.  Since then, the depression feels like nothing I can't deal with.  The other thing I came to realize while on citalopram was the extreme anxiety I had prior to taking it.  Life is so much easier without all the constant worry and stress over trivial things.  The only things that bother me anymore are that which I really need to worry about.  I read a lot of the reviews here before deciding to fill my prescription, and haven't regretted it since."


"My Multiple Sclerosis treatment: 9 years in a nutshell:
Copaxone = no real side effects, no real benefits.
Rebif = craptacular side effects, no real benefits.
Tysabri = no serious side effects (the odd urianary tract infection, drowsy after infusions), ZERO relapses since I started it in April 2012 (previously had been relapsing every six months).

Tysabri is AWESOME!"


"I work at endocrinology clinic. And there I have seen crazy stories about Adipex-from 191 lb in 1 year to 30lb a month.
So, I said to myself I'm going for it. In first 3 days I am 4lb down. I have plenty of energy, I do have a dry mouth and one time after I stood up from the bed I felt dizzy.
Now my post is more for the people who are taking it- plz take 1200 cal per day. If you take less, you will have jitters and you would start doubting the med.
And yes, I push myself to eat, because I want to eat, but I eat small portion. From day one I want to adjust my portions, always small portions. After 1 months after my med finish, I will continue small portions and wont pass the 1200 cal.
Good luck.."


"I've been on it for 3 months.  I started with the smallest dose and went up to the highest.  At the lower dose I started seeing my fasting numbers go down significantly.  At the middle dose, they leveled.  At the higher dose, I was sick to my stomach with anything I ate.  I was a zombie for a few hours.  The first two months, my A1c went down significantly.  The interesting thing about the med is that I never got the diarrhea, instead, it has given me constipation.   I haven't lost any weight.  I'm on the middle dose now.  Another interesting thing about the med is that at the middle and higher dose, I am hungry all the time.  I feel like I'm eating more than before.  My fasting numbers are back up.  I don't think it's working for me."


"Well I went back on this as it was kind of OK when I had CFS a few years ago and somewhat improved my mood. After a few stressful incidents it became hard to manage my depression naturally so I took the quick fix route because I didn't have time to work out and eat right.

Having achieved remission with diet/sleep/SamE/exercise I can assure you that the effects of Lexapro are wildly different than a careful self care routine.

Day one I was so drugged, I felt high and was barely able to work let alone drive. Total lethargy, extreme anxiety and inability to stop smiling even though I was terrified on the inside. In short, similar to a bad overdose on MJ.

Day two, same effect, I had to call out of work. Stopped the pills."


"I just wanted to say that I love this birth control. Besides helping me with my cysts it has given zero side effects. I tried Yaz before this one and I felt like a monster! It gave me horrible mood swings, migraines and I gained weight! Will never get off this Loestrin Fe 24. Remember that everyone's body reacts differently to the hormones in these contraceptives! Try it out before you decide for one, if you get a side effect move on to a new one! Oh and one thing, with this pill I had break through bleeding the first month only and you MUST be very specific with the timing with this pill and I get my period for 2 days only (which is also a plus)."


"I have been on naltrexone for 5 months, and it's not done a good job of helping with my pain."


"I have been taking this birth control for a little over a year now. I have never had very heavy bleeding on my period but once on Loestrin my period is nonexistent. I noticed my acne getting worse after about a month. I have never had more than a few pimples here and there before but now I have huge cystic pimples all over my cheeks, chin, and forehead. This is the worst my acne has been, ever! I have been going to a dermatologist for about 6 months and my acne is not getting any better. I am switching to a different birth control once talking to my OBGYN. I have heard good things about Ortho Lo, so I am going to ask about that."


"This medication took a year (yep, 12 months) to clear my skin...but it did! At 22, I was sick of my moderate acne ruining my self confidence. Now I rarely wear makeup, rarely have any zits to pop or manage...it's wonderful!  Such a blessing. Also- I had a bad acne breakout for a month when I started, and saw initial effects in 6 months."


"I have Crohn's disease and was put on remicade to treat it and then I developed medical induced psoriasis it's so bad and painful I can't walk some days and I have a hard time opening things like doors. All of hair fell out and be a 24 year old girl I was devastated. I was put on stelara at an abnormally high dose of 90mg 1 a month for a few months now I'm at 6 weeks the goal is to get me to 8 weeks stelara has made an improvement my hair has started to grow back in and right after the shot I can walk and my hands start to heal but within a couple of weeks I back slide again but stelara has really helped me not lose my mind completely if I was a normal psoriasis person maybe it would be better."


"I was told to take this medication around 5:00 PM. After taking this medicine for a week, I decided that I couldn't take it anymore. It kept me awake and still had restless legs. When I did sleep a little, I had bad dreams and I had repetitive thoughts all throughout the night. It was weird. I cut out caffeine and tried walking more and decided to try it again for a week but no change. I just couldn't take it."


"I have been on this medication for 3 days and what a difference it has made.  I am on 10mg and I have tried 3 other antidepressants and they made me feel like a zombie and could not function. What a great antidepressant, I have more energy, everything seems normal.  I feel like my old self- 15 years ago."


"Awful drug. My hair thinned by at least 50%, my vision was blurry for hours after taking it, I was uncoordinated and constantly bruised from walking into walls and furniture. It did control my absence seizures but I'm on lamictal and klonopin now and much happier."


"This is a MIRACLE med. for me. I've been on it close to 20 years. I've never abused my dosage. I'm 50 yrs old now, but All my life since I was a child I was taking pills. My Mom always called them Nerve Pills, but they never helped. I would try to explain to Dr's for Many yrs of how I was feeling. Finally I met my future husband who I told how I felt & he advised me to try Klonopins/Clonazepam. I did and my life completely changed for the better. Nothing else works for my Anxiety/Panic Attacks. "


"I have suffered for ten years with herpes contracted from my ex husband.
After ten years I finally found out about lysine and within a day I noticed the difference. I have been taking it for over 2 weeks now and no outbreak. I feel I have new lease of life. Wish I started them years ago, only found out about lysine whilst I researched it recently. Highly recommend to all suffering."


"Over the years I have taken it "as needed".  I try to control the acid reflux by watching what I eat.  Mayo, Chocolate, mints, tomato sauces really set it off.  Sometimes I forget. I try to take it as infrequently as possible because I have heard it may be responsible for decreasing bone density (I"m 69) and there may be other side effects. I was averaging one every 4-5 days. If I'm very careful can go longer, but sometimes I want to splurge.  Today I refilled a prescription and noticed it was for "DR" delayed release.  Anxious to see if there is any difference."


"Seroquel only helped at the start and only with sleep. It has now been 10 years and it is making me a walking ZOMBIE. I have had major weight gain, I was a mere 120 when I started taking this medicine, I now weigh over 200 pounds. It is a nightmare for me. I still constantly eat. I can not stop. "


"I started Yaz a few months ago and so far the results are unimpressive. Primarily I went on the pill the regulate my extremely heavy and long periods as a bonus I was using it as a contraceptive. Contraceptive wise it was a dream, but it did absolutely nothing for my periods, the pain was still there and instead of being 8 days they are now 10 or 11. I also got horrible mood swings, and I suffer from depression so I really didn't think I would get any 'lower' but on this pill I really have. My emotions are just all over the place.  If you are going to go on this pill I would definitely do proper research.  I have decided to stop taking it."


"I feel so sad. I've been on this medicine for 8 weeks. I don't sleep through the night (but am not tired during the day), have been having more bad dreams than usual, and am more irritable. I take it for major depression/anxiety and started on 50mg, but my doctor upped it to 100mg.

Sincerely,
tired of trying meds"


"Silenor is a great medication (I tried many) with no side effects or a feeling of dizziness the next morning, that is usual for most of insomnia drugs that I was on."


"Lost overall 27 lbs but now experiecing slow heart rate and decrease pulse. Cold feet and excessive thrist"


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"I have taken 2 liters and my stomach isn't even rumbling.  Can't stand the taste.  It's like trying to gulp down salt water."


"Plan B is no joke. It is effective so don't stress if you have taken it within the 72 hours and make sure you rest up. I took it during the time of ovulation about 28 hours after I had a birth control mishap. I had no side effects and got my period about 5 days after (a week before my regular period). "


"I was suicidal for many years,  I tried NOT to commit suicide but ended up trying 5 times,  I started in 180 miligrams of Elavil but craved sweets and gained weight and was always tired.  I started on Paxil and have taken it for 20 or so years.  I started at 50mg and now take 40mg,  I feel completely normal.  I haven't gained weight.  My diagnosis was Major Endoginal Depression."


"Wonderful! Can't say enough good things about this drug. I can't complain about it at all."


"I went on this pill when I was 17. The first 6 months were dreadful. An emotional freak, always crying. After my body got used to it, I was totally fine. My boobs went from an A to a C, I did gain a little weight however I blame that on college. I am able to lose weight easily when I diet while on the pill. Never got pregnant, even with missing pills. Regular period, LIGHT period. I would recommend this pill, once your body gets used to it it will be fine."


"Used this with clindamycin lotion for neck and back acne. Within days had bad diarrhea. Be very careful."


"If you have ashtma and start to feel bronchitis coming on, get zpack and prednisone.  That is a magical combo for ashtmatic bronchitis.  The antibiotics are usually only needed for those of us with lung disease or where bronchitis still lingers after a week."


"I had a fever of 102 for 2 days with flu symptoms so the dr perscribed me tamiflu saying it would work wonders. I only took it for two days before he told me to stop. Everytime I would take it I would throw up. It didn't matter if I took it with food or not the result was nausea and then vomiting. My dr eventually said to just take Tylenol and stop the tamiflu which was much better and eventually broke the fever. The medicine cost me $50 with insurance which is high to me. I would never use this again. Horrible medicine"


"Feel down and nervous on higher dose. Stick with 100mg or less for a while. Over 100mg might be too much, for me it is. I take klonopin, prazosin for PTSD, and latuda for mood swings. Don't give up unless it makes you horribly sick to your stomach or other side effects, but talk to your doctor first."


"Not so great for me. I have Crohn's disease with several (and I mean several) bowel resections for bowel obstructions. This medicine was given because I have had a full left gut on cat scan without a bowel obstruction. I now have severe and very weird (if you can believe weirder than my usual weirdness) bowel movements with some bad bum pain. Oh the joys of Crohn's!"


"I had the Implanon put in in April of 2011, it is now December 11 and for the last 8 months I have had nothing but problems. I have gained about 10lbs and I rarely ever quit spotting and when I'm not spotting I'm bleeding. They said this might be normal for the first few months but like I said its going on 8 months and I just can't do it anymore. The bleeding has gotten so bad lately I have to make sure I have panty liners in just in case and the cramps seriously feel like I am being stabbed. I was on birth control pills before this and NEVER had any of these problems EVER. I'm due to go to the doctor this week to get the Implanon removed. I would much rather be on the pill. When I was on it before I never had cramps, only had slight bleeding for 3-4 days."


"This is the absolute worst pill on the market. My periods used to be fine before this pill. Now my cramps are so horrible that I actually pass out from the pain and puke until the point where I would rather die. My face has broken out and I have gained almost 20 pounds. If I could give this pill a negative review I would."


"I've tried in twice. First time about 7 years ago and lost a modest amount of weight easily. I can't remember how much. It made me thirst, so I drank a lot of water and it took away my craving for junk food.

Send time was end of May, 2016. 100mg at night.  I lost 10 pounds in about 5-6 weeks easily. No desire to snack or eat emotionally. Only downside was that I was anxious a lot. I've now plateaud but at least I'm not gaining weight. I should try to up the dose. At least the anxiety has largely decreased."


"This was a horrible experience. I’ve been on Ortho tri-cyclen lo before as well since I was 16. I’m 24 now and I was on lolo for 4 months before I stopped because I literally lost at least 40% of my hair!!! It made me really depressed and caused several panic attacks a week. The only thing it was good at was not getting me pregnant. It didn’t even help my periods."


"I took this medicine for a tooth abscess that couldn't be drained during root canal. Severe diarrhea, headaches, minor heartburn and I felt as though my throat were closing (doc said minor allergic reaction). I have been taking a probiotic and eating yogurt but it hasn't helped with the stomach upset at all.  It helped with the abscess but 8 days later it isn't completely cleared. I've been switched to Clindamycin due to the tightening in my throat. Scared to death and sick of antibiotics."


"I started taking this medication for depression and as a side effect found that it took away my desire for sex. I feel like I never needed it to begin with. I am happily married but now I wonder if that desire is going to return as strong as it was there before. I'm taking vitamin supplements and hope they will eventually do something. I'm wondering at this point if I am in the very few minorities who experience lack of sex drive as a side effect."


"I was on Depo for over 10 years. Greatest 10 years of my life. No period. No cramps. No bloating. No PMS. No side effects. NOTHING. My doctor made me take a one year break from it...as 10 straight years is way longer than you should be on it...but my bone density is fine...and I will be returning to my Depo next month. This past year off of the Depo was the worst year of my life. My period returned approx. 6 months after my last shot and got worse and worse with each one. Horrible acne. Weight gain. Moodiness. Depo took all of that away. For those of you who had constant bleeding/spotting after your first shot...it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you get your first shot on the 4th or 5th day of your period to make sure amenorrhea kicks in."


"Suffered a SAH (sub-arachnid brain hemorrhage 7 years ago and have been taking T-3's regularly in order to deal with post incident headaches, which can be quite sudden onset primarily due to exertion at work (lots of physical work in agriculture sector). Headaches are caused by blood trapped in my cerebral spinal fluid until it can break down small enough to pass back through the membrane - zanthochromas. After taking this dosage of up to 6 tablets a day I was quite concerned about my liver functionality,  however I just was tested pre-op for rotator surgery and was pleased to still have 97% functionality. Ask your dr.for a functionality test in order to make an informed decision before continuing it's use, it may not be adverse for you."


"Been on it for three years now after what seems a lifetime of swings into depression and out. This drug has stopped that and keeps me on a level that helps me to function. Previously 40mg now 20mg is good for me. The reduced dose also helps my libido as the higher stopped me being able to ejaculate. So alls good now. Though my gp thinks now I'm cured I should stop the medication altogether. I think if I do I will experience the return of my ups and horrid downs"


"I haven't use this medicine in years. When I did years ago,no problems at all...I usually use the one day pill my doctor prescribes, diflucan.
I believe my doctor office isn't open today due to the holiday.. The pharmacist at CVS said try the 3 day Monistat.. This burning and Itching is so bad I think I am going to the emergency room"


"I've just started my 4th week with 2 pills in the a.m. & 2 in the p.m. & I haven't lost anything ! Not even an ounce. :(
I am so discouraged and upset. I was excited when my Dr. Had prescribed it to me to lose the weight. I thought what a perfect boost. I already workout 3 days a week at the gym ...but since taking contrave I've felt tired all the time , some days fuzzy as if I had. Vertigo...I may give it another month and if I do t show any improvement I'll stop taking it.
Today is 3/20/17 I'm at 202 & 5'7 I'll let you know in another month if it was worth it."


"I have had migraines since I have been a child. I am now 51. With my migraines, I have aura, face numb, arms and fingers tingling and processing becomes slow. This is only my second Frova because I usually just take Tylenol because I don't like the other medication side effects. When I got up this morning, had awful headache with nausea. I had tried Tylenol this morning and a fourth of a Phenergan... No relief. Finally, went and got the sample of Frova my doc gave me and with much anxiety, I took it. It has been roughly forty minutes, headache easing and seems to be gone. Really no side effects yet! Great pill for me."


"I've been on Aviane for almost 3 months now, and I can't really complain.  I originally went on birth control to help my acne, which it kind of has, but not as much as I'd hoped that it would.  I have lighter periods with no cramps, and I haven't gained any weight like everyone says you do when you go on the pill.  When I first went on it I went through a week or 2 where I was incredibly emotional--everything made me sad and I cried almost everyday about some stupid little thing, but that went away and I haven't had any problems with it since."


"Amoxicillin was taking long time to clear the chest/throat infection so doctor swapped to doxycycline. Within 2 days noticeable difference infection already clearing but felt exhausted, spaced out then had quite a startling amount of blood in my stools. Was told by doctor to stop taking immediately "


"Started Saxenda 5 weeks ago

Was lucky that drug plan covered it.

My pharmacy doesnt stock it so have to order a couple of days ahead

Down 10 lbs i believe and 2" in off my waist

Walking every night . A step counter or fitbit really helps with this

Getting treatment do sleep apnea as well which has really made me feel better and have more energy to exercise. Will start more vigorous exercuse soon

Some nausea when i went to 1.8ml but only for a day

At full dose of 3ml per day at dinner.

Some constipation but trying to drink lots of water

drug makes you feel full after small meals. I haven't finished a lunch in a restaraunt in weeks"


"It made me feel angry, lonely and my depression was worsened. After 2 weeks of taking this I knew something was wrong with me. I paid 29.95 for a month supply and threw away most."


"The first night I took This pill I got the worst headache that woke me up, followed by severe nausea and vomiting. Hours later my left arm went numb and I had to go to the urgent care. It was so scary! If this happens to you- stop taking it!"


"Did improve wheezing symptoms when taken in conjunction with Advair Diskus, however caused sleep problems as well as digestive disturbances (12-16 bowel motions/day)."


"I was put on methimazole 10 mg late May.  Within a month, I had gained 10 lbs, my finger and feet became swollen, pressure headaches that would not go away after taking Advil, it hurt just to walk, back pains, and I was soooooooo tired. I complained to my doctor and she lowered the dosage to 5 mg and then she took me off of it after my levels were ok.  Then last week, I've had to go back on it again but I've noticed that my symptoms aren't that severe this time but I'm still continueing to gain weight. My doctor says I need to be on it and try to have my hyperthyroidism go into remission.  I hate this drug! I've never felt this bad in my entire life but I have no choice but to be on it."


"I'm on the second week. I have lost 8 lbs but I am going to stop taking it. I can't deal with the nausea and feeling sick all the time. I had to leave work one day last week because the nausea just kept getting worse. I think this medicine works but for me the results don't outweigh the side effects."


"I only took this medication for 2 weeks. I noticed significant weight gain in that short amount of time. I also experienced crazy mood swings and depression. I was crying over nothing and at the drop of a hat. I stopped taking it and asked my gynecologist for a different pill. I then started Beyaz and didn't experience any of these side effects at all."


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"I have been taking Gianvi for about two months now, and I have nothing but negative info to share. I started cramping the first month. I spotted the entire first month of taking it. My boobs were extremely sore. My sex drive decreased like none other. I am never in any kind of good mood. I am super sensitive and touchy to the littlest things. Every little thing sets me off. I have always been a very relaxed person."


"Nardil saved my life. I have used 60mgs a day for 30 years. I have no plans to withdraw. Several attempts to reduce the medicine and eliminate it. Met with very difficult psychological and physiological disturbances. I am now 73 and am committed to Nardil for the rest of my life if they keep making it.
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"Started about 10 days ago, the first week was tough, sertraline kept me up and ruined my sleep cycle a bit, had a shaking jaw, low appetite, struggled to hold a conversation.
It's gotten a lot better, though. I wake up between 6 and 7 am, I feel like my energy is slowly coming back to me, I don't feel hopeless and suicidal. I'm on a 6-month course of it and I'm hoping I come out of this feeling good."


"I have suffered with fatigue and joint and muscle pain and restless leg syndrome for ten years. Used Ibuprofen which only helped a small bit, I finally said enough is enough and went the doctor and told them to give me something for the pain. I felt like I was losing my mind and I just said I know I have fibromyalgia and I can't take it anymore. She gave me antidepressants and a muscle relaxer and Tramadol. I only felt doped up with the antidepressant and the muscle relaxer but the Tramadol was awesome. I am now able to work pain free and exercise, I have lost 40 lbs since I started taking it and I feel more normal. I don't think I can deal with the pain again. I take the 50mg tab 1 every 5 to 6 hours."


"I cannot sleep. "


"I was using the nuva ring for about a year and a half.. Maybe a little over. At first I noticed a change in my attitude as if it almost made me crazy, emotional, & snippy. I was excited to have my period shortened to a day a month with clear skin while also being protected from pregnancy so the mood change wasn't a big deal. About 6-7 months after being on it I started gaining weight with no diet change. Now looking back I went from 153-198lbs.  Also my sex drive decreased 100%!! If it weren't for my boyfriend loving sex, sex probably wouldn't even cross my mind. Went off it last week with high hopes because the side effects aren't worth it after the convenience wears off."


"Prior to the intro of Cymbalta (about 2004?), I had tried MAOIs, trycyclics, Prozac, Zoloft, Effexor, Wellbutrin, multi-drug cocktails and 20 rounds of ECT for recurring bouts of major depression. I attempted suicide, flatlined in the ambulance on the way to a hospital, but somehow lived.  A couple years later, I was prescribed 120 mg of Cymbalta (at the time, that was twice the recommended dose) and gradually tapered off 5 other drugs.  Almost immediately I began to feel better and, gradually over the next year of so, returned to my 'normal' self.  I never thought that would happen.  Since then, 40 mg of Adderall was added to help combat fatigue.  Life has been good ever since. Cymbalta may not be the 1 for you, but don't give up."


"Works great, don't miss a dose! Helps a lot with pain."


"I got con on victoza it does what it might say on the tin but its given me more than I bargained foe didn't expect to end up with thyroid cancer or depression Victoza makes me feel angry, sad etc I eat a meal I find I waste half of it it, makes me run to the loo more I don't end up making sometimes I go through lots of trousers in a day due to victoza causing problems I feel bloated my blood pressures gone up & up & up plus at first I thought I would give it a real chance to make a difference but has it not. Plus my GP said they have been given victoza to patients instead of Metformin- I don't think so as vicatoza is too expensive and Metforming is cheaper to buy than the other one. I feel like I've been lied to about the effects & affects it has on you"


"Took this last week under the directions of my pharmacist. I ate a full dinner (burger and some veg) and waited 45 minutes to an hour before taking my 4 large pink pills. My pharmacist and my doctor both recommended staying away from dairy in the meal before I took the pills.

Went to bed feeling a little nauseous but, that could have been nerves because of all the reviews on here. I slept through the night, totally fine. No diarrhea, no vomiting.

Got my lab results back this morning and I'm in the clear."


"As someone who had a terrible experience with other forms of birth control, I can't recommend NuvaRing highly enough! I have zero side effects on NuvaRing and can't feel it other than sometimes during sex (when we can just toss it aside for a bit). I love only getting my (now very mild) period every 5 weeks, and so far so good with preventing pregnancy. The only downside is that it is quite expensive! "


"I found this medication extremely helpful when I was first diagnosed. I had to change my eating habits dramatically, so when I messed up or when the nausea flared up Reglan was great. I did find, like many other patients, that the side effects (anxiety for me) got worse over time. After about a year I felt I had learned how to manage my diet and stopped taking Reglan entirely. Reglan was a great tool in the beginning to help me figure out what eating habits worked, but now I manage everything through diet. I think that is very possible for others with gastroparesis, too. "


"I've been on this pill for 3 months. I had switched because I had been on the same pill for 6 years prior. I've always had terrible cramps, but thought that was normal and I had to deal with it. Once on this pill, not only did my cramps get even worse, my breast were so tender I could barely put a bra on. However, everybody is very different and can experience different side effects. Although I'll be switching pills again, it is worth the trial to see if it may work for you."


"I went back to my dermatologist because of hormonal acne.

I currently was only using clear and clear benzoyl peroxide (5%) and aveno moisturizer (with .5% salicylic acid). I have a lot of under the skin deep rooted pimples under my chin that have been here for over 3 years. The dermatologist I went to said the aczone would help with my deep rooted hormonal acne. He told me to apply a small pea size amount over my entire face. He took me off my clean and clear face wash which was actually keeping my acne at bay... I honestly am so disgusted by Aczone. It made me break out into huge pimples on the side of my face where I never had pimples before - EVER. I am still breaking out on the sides of my face! Was on this product for 4 months...!"


"I started taking Victoza on 2/16/11 at .06mg dosage along with metformin 500mg in am and pm. I weigh 215 at 5'1 I need to loose some weight. Tomorrow I will increase dosage to 1.2mg, I have been having that eggy burp everyone else keeps talking about as well as diarrhea, nausea, and severe abdominal cramping. I also have muscle aches in my torso like I've been kicked in the ribs a couple of times. I have experienced no weight loss yet. "


"I love my Nexplanon implant. It's so easy to have it implanted then that's it. Forget about it. So easy. The first 3 days the spot where it was implanted it stung a little. It's cleared up my face. No weight gain. I love it. Highly recommend it."


"I am the first one in the State of New Jersey to take this new medicine. Been on for some time now and I think it's working out for me. It's been a long hard road to find medicines that work. Hope it keeps on doing it's job."


"Hi! I have been on phentermine in the past and lost 32 pounds in less than two months!  Then I stopped for about 3 months because itmade extremely constipated. I just started taking it again monday October 28 2013 and today is October 30th and so far I've lost 4 pounds in 3 days.  I recommend phentermine to those who truly want to lose weight. It has some side effects but the only one I've experienced is constipation so eat healthy and high fiber diet."


"I've only been on this pill 3 weeks and today I had a complete breakdown. I have been bleeding ever since I have taken the first day and today I was downright angry and crying  and could not function. All for no reason. I am stopping this pill immediately. I have also been so bloated that I feel like I am pregnant all over again and I was starting to finally feel good about myself again since I had my son 6 weeks ago. And like others my milk supply has pretty much dried up! Terrible"


"I started taking this medication for anxiety and panic disorder. I felt like I was taking a placebo. It did nothing for me. I have since switched to Wellbutrin xl 150 mg and have never felt better!"


"Wrenched knee. Helped with pain."


"I was first introduce to use voltaren gel since i was 8 (20 years ago) by the doctor due to my leg injury. Then i had accident around 15 years ago where my right arm totally disfunctional and has healed by just applying this gel. Since then any strain injury, my family will only use voltaren emugel :)"


"Xanax XR is very similar to Klonopin. It's slow to start up (around an hour) then it lasts a long time (8-12 hours). It has subtle effects and no big highs and lows in anxiety like regular Xanax IR does. I highly recommend Xanax XR for all-day (or  most of the day) relief from anxiety and panic attacks. You might want to have regular Xanax or Ativan around for panic attacks on a when required, or as needed, basis for panic attacks only."


"I've been using Abreva for about 10 years now. What does that tell you? I'm amazed at how good it works. 4 or 5 times a day and I can see it start working. after 4 or 5 days, it's pretty much gone. If you're persistent with your application, you shouldn't get any red scabby blister. My one problem with the product is that you changed the container from a thin opening to a wider opening, therefore having to use more of the product. Why can't you go back to the original container with the thin neck...therefore preventing waste."


"Great for hot flashes; however, experience lower abdominal pain."


"I'm a former parole officer who suffered a back injury from a parolee assaulting and escaping from jail back in 1989. I had tried everything for relief of severe back flare-ups that occur and the resulting pain I have in my back, legs and neck frequently. Norco was prescribed by my doctor about 3 years ago and I cannot believe the results from this medication. I am very happy that this medication has allowed me to carry on a normal life again."


"Went from 8.5 hemoglobin to 11 and then back to 9 after 5 months of weekly injections of 40000 units. Did not work for me."


"I took subutex after my breast cancer surgery along with a 800mg  motrin, worked very well, pain level got to around a 2 on the pain scale. I'm presently on it now, I have 3 crushed l vertebrae  along with CA.,I'm comfortable. I only wish this had been around 30 years ago. Thanks"


"This product is amazing! I have gone through one bottle and am on to my second. It stings a little at first but then it goes away. My skin is the clearest its ever been. I have tried everything from homemade remedies to high-end expensive products and NOTHING has worked for me the way Acanya has."


"Had the Paraguard in for 2 & a half years now with zero issues or side effects. I recommend it to everyone"


"March 2016 diagnosed with Acute Myoid Leukemia mutated gene FLT3.
Full chemo treatment and after 5 months started on Sorafenib 400mg per day.
Still in remission September 2017 .
Loss of weight and bowel probems, loss of muscle strength. Since I cannot be cured at least Sorafineb is keeping me alive for as long as it will last. Bloating and tender skin hands and feet using lots of Aveeno lotion. Drug supplied on a compassionate basis."


"Update: 2 weeks in with skyla, after a week of being on Skyla I stopped taking my pills (as told by Doctor since Skyla isn't effective until 7 days after insertion) and started bleeding, more than a panty liner but not enough to fill a regular tampon, it's been like this for a week now and I'm annoyed, I can't tell if this is when my period is now or what? Idk, not happy, I wanna have sex with my boyfriend but I can't because I'm bleeding!! Ugh!!"


"I can't believe the difference it's made we took my grandson out went to the toilet once in four hours before I had to go every 10 mins. I have even sneezed and  no leak - it's changed my life"


"I've been on bentyl for a little over a month now. At first it was great, helped with the painful attacks I was having. Now I'm so dizzy from it that I can't function even as a stay at home mom. I can't drive to my Dr appt and all I do is sit at home in a daze."


"I took this medicine while at work ( Police/Fire Dept) because of bronchitis, I started out with a red rash that went up my arms, then started to itch, terrible stomach pains , passed out and  was placed in an ambulance.  Once awake and being prepped with IV  I watched my body walk out of my body out the ambulance door, my body was literally shutting down and I  was dying on the way to the hospital, The drs. at the hospital told me that if I would have been by myself I would have surely died.

.  This was a horrible experience and since then my body has shut down to all medications  and if I am prescribed  any kind of medications  I have to sit in the drs. office waiting for another reaction. I had surgery 2015 and had a team standby."


"I have been on Vyvanse for almost 2 years and have had no major symptoms. I had dry mouth, but that pretty much subsided. I did lose about 30lbs, but I'm 5'9" and was weighing about 240lbs, so it wasn't as bad thing. I have ADHD, I started this medicine when I was almost 40. I'm almost 42 and really have had a great experience. My son is on it for ADD, and my daughter for ADHD. She was just tested and accepted into the gifted program and he is 2 years younger and has had significant improvements to his grades and behavior. I would recommend."


"Started at 24. Took it until 44. It's the only medication that ever worked for me.  I was a guinea pig for 6 months. 2 days after taking it, it was a miracle medicine. I actually called my Dr thanking him. I had finally gotten the elephant off my chest. Never abused it, sometimes dealing with anxiety so as not to get addicted.  Are there any Drs left that will prescribe real, working medication for people who really need but do not abuse it. I do not need a psychiatrist, I just need (as one put it) one in hand just in case. Doctors today think it's taboo to even mention this medication.

 I'm not 15 nor do I abuse it. I take a 1 mg at night and sleep like a rock. Hey Drs, this medicine works!!!"


"Adipex is fantastic. Although I haven't really felt "energized" I'm totally eating A LOT less. I don't have that hungry feeling and it really helps me to make better choices, as I'm not always famished. In 6 weeks, I've lost over 20 lbs, which is something I never thought was possible. I'm really not even worried about coming off of it, as I think I've made a total lifestyle change. I'm never going back to being that fat person again! I've had virtually no side effects, expect I do get headaches. Honestly, I don't think its the pill though, but the fact that I'm not eating a whole lot and my blood sugar is probably lower than normal. I highly recommend this medicine."


"Am I the only one who used this and didn't burn at all?? I put it in, used a liner, and went to a fancy dinner with my husband. The worst discomfort I had was day 2 "


"Dear golly this stuff works well"


"I've been on this pill for just over 3 months & I am having the WORST side effects. My hair has been falling out constantly, my mood swings are absolutely insane, I have no sex drive, my anxiety has been through the roof, & I feel very depressed (I also feel very bad for my husband trying to deal with me like this)

I finally just had to stop taking it!"


"I have had chronic pain from Spinal Stenosis  for over 25 years. Neck shoulders and lower back.  I was on Lyrica 150 mg twice a day a couple years ago & truthfully can not remember why I stopped taking it. Since the "war on pain meds" My Dr. ask me to try it again. I took for 2 weeks then I started getting blurred vision, confusion, memory loss, & I would be standing in a store and twice the husband had to catch me because I was just falling over. I felt sick inside, instead of my quality of life improving it went down hill.  I will never take this so called med again. I will live with the 10 to 15 pain level somehow if I have to spend the rest of my life just sitting still or in the bed. I also got to the point I was severely depressed.  Do NOT take this drug."


"Worked wonders for my acne. Amazing. Years of living with acne and this $3 a month medication clears me right up. Love it!"


"I started with 0.5 tablets a day with no improvement (should be a stage to test any side effects resulted)
0.5 tablets more for every diagnosis.
Kept a level of 3 tablets for longtime
A peak of 4 tablets after 1 year and 2 months due to an sad period of my life
I almost got no side effects and my anxiety kept reducing with less washing action for my clothing and less care of tiny dirt (Kind of dirt that I concern)
However, my mood is still not always good (except those anxiety from dirt). Not sure what matters
But overall Lexapro helps me a lot! At least I have more time to sleep (I used to wash my stuff until 3-4am 3-4 days a week but now I seldom wash, I have my normal bedtime even though I need to wash Sth)"


"Just curious of the age of the people who say "it works great" and knocks you out" I was prescribed this medication for Extreme lower back pain. I am 26. And it does absolutely nothing for me. Almost like taking a placebo. I am happy for the people it works for. But for me. It is awful. Wish it would help."


"I started Phentermine on October  28th. Before Phentermine I weighed 191 lbs after about a  2 weeks I lost. 10lbs. Now I got on the scale today and my total was 160lbs.  The only side effects that I have is dry mouth. Yes  this includes your lips. You will be using lots of balm.  Also try to have a good diet.  Also even though your appetite is pretty much decreased try to eat small meals and drink plenty of water. Remember your doctor will take you off Phentermine in 30 days and you will gain the weight back.  To prevent that eat small portions.  Also pickles are excellent. You will maintain your weight and when the doc prescribe you back on Phentermine you will continue to lose weight."


"After my two total hip replacements I still have chronic pain due to having avascular necrosis. I rely on Celebrex to literally allow me to be able to walk. I received some samples in 2006 following my second surgery. My doctor at that time had enough samples so that I was taking them on a regular basis. Only after a short period without them did we realize to what extent they were helping me. I sincerely believe that I could not live a normal life without the Celebrex. It scares me to think that one day I may not be able to get it due to not being able to afford it. My co-pay is $60.00 for Celebrex every month and it is hard to do. I tell anyone I can what Celebrex has done for me, with absolutely no side effects."


"First injection on Fri 9-23-16 at lunch time. Very anxious because of other reports & previous bad reactions to meds. Feet numb for a while, couldn't sit still, blood sugar readings dropped dramatically & ended in 70's on Fri. Motion sick coming home with a headache.Needed PPI before bed because heartburn - gerd pain was bad.
Sat I felt great! 5lbs weight lost, edema gone, pin & needles in fingers & hands gone! Pins & needles in feet & toes lessened greatly! Chronic anxiety dialed down several levels. I feel " normal". I haven't felt this good in decades....I'm 58.
Only side effect I could live without is constipation even with fiber, stool softners fiber supplement. Now my concern is will ins co approve coverage."


"I've been on the ring for several months. I really like it: it's easy to insert, it's simple to take out and it's very comfortable. My skin in very clear-it could be from the ring. Very happy with it. I've had sex a few times with it inside. My partner is well endowed and didn't feel it at all. I don't plan on taking it out during sex. The only complaints I have is that it made me a little irritable at the beginning and the hormones have increased my appetite. Right now I am in the process of leaving it in continuously so that's I don't get anemia. I have awful PMDD and also have a tendency to become anemic. Can't wait to never get it again. I've tried a bunch of birth control pills: horrible side effects. Love the ring!"


"My 18 year old son has been on 2 mg for 15 months; he was never aggressive, but got irritable after our divorce, he started having issues puking with anxiety.  He continues to have issues with repeated vomiting.  He has not gained weight and I am now thinking that is because he vomits so much.  :("


"46 yr old male with a stressful job as a PI Trial Attorney in Miami. Strangely enough, I began developing diagnosed migraines (w/out auras) last year. I was given Amerge for acute migraines which works fantastic (as opposed to Maxalt; more tired/ does not last as long as Amerge or work as well). I was put on Toprol 50 mg extended release 60 days ago. Simultaneously, I had moderately high blood pressure. This drug is fantastic. In 61 days, I have not had one bad migraine. I had a minor last week and once I took a half of an Amerge, it was gone immediately. I did though develop strange dreams which I have read reviews about. However, they are tolerable. With any drug, you have to weigh the benefits vs. the risks. Try it. It works!"


"Zofran got me to feel a lot better with my pregnancy hyper-emesis. "


"Absolutely brilliant.  I only asked the doctor for a break from heavy periods for my 2 week summer holiday.  She suggested that long term I should consider the Mirena.  It has changed my life.  I had it inserted in August and have had very light one day periods every month since.  No cramping or flooding, no headache beforehand and still regular.  I did notice swollen breasts for a few months but this has settled.  Am 39 now and wish I had found out about Mirena ages ago."


"I used this pill for my Wegner's and it really helps me."


"I have undergone Coronary Angioplasty on 23rd June 2013.with One Stent in my Heart.I am taking Effient 10 mg.daily,in the morning with Aspirin 150 mg.

I have never had any side effect or any trouble.I do walk for 45 minutes daily which covers around 6 kilometers."


"I love this birth control. Its the only one that has really worked for me. I did gain some weight but nothing a gym can't fix. I got the implant inserted in March 2014, its now October 2014 I haven't had a period for 6 months. Nothing. No light bleeding, no spotting. Its wonderful! I say go for it."


"I've been on Contrave for a little over two weeks now and am very pleased with the results. At the 2 week mark I'd lost 18lbs. but haven't weighed the past few days. Noticing my clothes are starting to fit differently. I haven't had any issues with most of the side effects others have listed. No nausea, headaches, mood swings or dreams. The only thing I've experienced is having trouble sleeping at night which was never a issue before. Some nights I wake up every hour. Really hoping that this subsides as my body gets used to it. Cravings are almost nonexistent and I also find myself feeling full with half the portions. Excited to get up to full dosage over the next few weeks to see the results. Hope this helps"


"My dosage of Levaquin was 750 mg daily initially for 5 days & later extended for another 10 days after an ER visit. I discontinued the drug after 11 days due to: a) a general feeling of malaise after taking the drug  b) I am a runner and I began experiencing tendinosis in the Achilles tendons & then on a routine run, I pulled up lame and could not continue due to severe pain in my left hamstring area - I attribute these injuries strictly to the Levaquin.

I think this drug was effective in handling the infection but its side effects for me as described above are very real.  I will not take this drug or probably any drugs in the fluoroquinolones class again. Anyone who is into exercising should think carefully about using this drug."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Overall this prep isn't too bad. This is my first colonoscopy so I was nervous about the prep and the procedure. This stuff doesn't taste good but it's relatively easy to get down just make sure you chill it. After the first dose it started working within about 10 minutes. I took first dose at 5pm and my last bathroom trip was at 130 am. I just took my second dose at 8 am for a 2pm procedure. The second round is a lot better. I got bloating and cramps but no headache so far like a couple others. The worst part is the no eating. At this point I'm not so worried about the actual procedure as much as I'm just ready for it to be done so I can eat!"


"Ive used this medication quite a few times in the past few years and it definitely always works. Sometimes one is not enough though but the 3 pill regimen always works when used as directed. Best part is that you can also drink alcohol on this and it will still work. No bad side effects or burning so far."


"Low dose doxepin did not help at all with my insomnia.  I tried doses from 5mg to 20mg and it never helped with either falling asleep or staying asleep.  Side effects:  very dry mouth, sore throat, headache.  On the plus side it's very inexpensive and I was able to discontinue it without any withdrawal effects."


"Have been on a combination of Lisinopril 5mg and Acebutolol 200mg daily for 21 years, due to valve leakage.  BP and rate without meds is 112/72 (78), with this combination 94/54 and (56) is "normal" for me.  Resting can go as low as 86/46 (48) without issue.  Works VERY well to reduce BP and consequently leakage.  I do have some issues with stomach acid, mild ED, Raynaud's, and occasional light headedness on standing; BUT cannot confirm that most of those are solely related to Lisinopril, and can be counteracted with other meds.  Did "bottom out" once when also taking Cialis, Temazepam, Cannabis and cracked a couple ribs in the process.  Just be careful how fast you stand up, and avoid getting dehydrated."


"I have always have the odd few spots but being 28 and just breaking out in acne 6 months before my wedding was a bit of a shock. The doctors prescribed me Duac and within two days I noticed a difference and felt I could leave the house without foundation for the first time in months. The only side effects I've experienced is slightly itchy and dry skin. I don't mind this as the spots were painful and for the first time I can put moisturising cream on my face."


"Well I've been on sronyx for about 9 months now. I was prescribed this as a change from my old birth control (can't recall name). The  only reason why I changed was because the pill would make me hate my boyfriend and I would be in the worst mood all the time. The change has definitely been worth it. I didn't gain weight with either pills or  broke out.  My boobs would get tender and really sensitive. but I guess that's normal I'm definitely not as moody as before ."


"I am very shocked at all the remarks about the horrible side effects of this medicine. I am again taking it, as it is the only antibiotic that really does kick the infection. I did notice years ago when I was prescribed 750mg, it made me light headed, dizzy....so since then I ask for 500mg, and it is just the perfect dose for my body. I rate Lefofloxacin at a 10. I have never experienced any of the side effects people have mentioned, like tendinitis, metal taste, nausea, etc., and anyone I know who has taken it hasn't complained of any negative aspects of the med either. I recommend it at 500mg, but would maybe steer clear of the 750mg. That one is just so strong."


"i have sciatica since i was 15.......hounestly i take tramadol sometimes...and it doesn't work !!!.... voltaren is good to keep the pain within acceptable limits...but it doesn't eliminate it."


"I have been in constant pain for 17years (since I was 12) RSD, Chronic Migraine, Fibromyalgia, myofacial pain syndrome, sjogrens, and several other things. Tried everything to manage the pain and gain some of my life back. The only thing I found that helps is Nucynta. I have been on it for about 4 years, (1) 100mg tablet every 4 hours. It's a love/hate relationship. It's the only thing that helps my pain, but I hate waking up every morning going through withdrawal bc I've been on it so long. I tried the ER but it wasn't as effective. I know it's not good to be on it for so long but I'm at a loss for any other options to try, and it really does help me be more functional than I was without it. Besides the withdrawal I have not had side effects"


"Very helpful to my pain and glad I used it."


"40mg latuda Makes my arms hurt. Makes me feel high like a zombie take it at night only. I been getting a lil snappy towards people. I take trazadone 150 mg at night to sleep. Also take hydroxyzine 25mg as needed for anxiety. Bipolar I diagnose. . I hate meds..."


"I have had chronic fatigue, facet joint syndrome, degeneration of parts of the spine as well as fibromyalgia and very severe osteoarthritis for over 10 years- I cannot take other OTC products because suprizingly they cause tummy upset. I have had no side effects, and  my MD watches me closely.I am glad to have this medication work for me."


"Yep - best thing ever for Rosacea.  HOWEVER, costs about $600 a tube in the US. This is obscene.

Would gladly give it 10 points if I could afford it. About to use up my sample.  Looks like I will be making my own..."


"I have had a uti for about 2 weeks now.. The first week I was prescribed 100mg twice a day of macrobid which did absolutely nothing to my uti. I went in for a physical days after finishing macrobid and was told I still had a uti so I was put on 500 mg of cipro twice a day. Ever since getting on cipro I have had pain everywhere in my body. I now have pain in my leg and behind my knee, I have horrible pain on my right side of my shoulder and neck & I also have a sore feeling all over my chest area.. On top of that I feel as if something on my face is swollen? It does not appear swollen but I fell my tongue is a bit bigger and so are other parts of my face.. This is torture.. I can not wait to get off of this stuf.."


"I made a previous post right after I started Aviane. Now I'm a month in and back to review how things are going.

I've been spotting since day 3. I've been trying to live with it in hopes things will get better, but 3+ weeks of this is really wearing on me.

My mood has been normal. Nothing out of the ordinary, except some obvious frustrations regarding constant bleeding.

Sex drive (which has been an issue on previous pills) is good. I'd say it's the same as without the pill.

I've been having more breakouts. A couple huge, painful zits that won't seem to go away. I've never had issues with zits much at all before, but not a huge deal.

I may be slightly more bloated and hungry than before I was on the pill, but nothing major."


"My stomach always hurt and threw up and got the runs.  Would not recommend."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"So I have been taking this medication as a treatment for PCOS. I started off taking Aygestin to start my menstrual cycle and soon after started taking Beyaz to regulate my cycles. It has been doing the job very well so far. I have actually lost 13 lbs from being on it. I lost the 13 lbs during the first week and still remain the same weight, though it fluctuates and depends on how much I eat or what I eat."


"I took this well over an hour ago. My cough has not stopped, if anything, it almost feels like the Delsym made it worse."


"I prefer the drops to the ointment. The drops are easier to administer and to figure out the dosage. The ointment worked but was less clean."


"Actos has worked well for me for 10 years and now comes FDA with another cancer scare. Anything can induce cancer and the scientific data on Actos causing cancer does not have that much credibility with me."


"I have been on Saxenda now for almost four months lost 35 pounds and down 4 pants sizes I have changed my life style there are a few rules i made up #1 never never reach inside a bag always put chips etc. on a napkin never eat why watching tv and always eat what you want just portion it I did it and i know you guys can also"


"I have had the nexplanon in for about 6 almost 7 months now. I think it works great, I like not being scared to forget a pill, I like how it lasts for 3 years, I like how its an implant that you don't have to worry about. This had one big con that was a deal breaker for me, the constant and irregular bleeding. For the 6 months I've had the nexplanon I bled for 4 out of those 6 months straight. and when I wasn't bleeding constantly, I would randomly bleed so I constantly had to have a pad for tampon in for 6 months straight. My doctor says this is really common, and I think thats something that needs to be changed. If I had a regular period, or no period this would have been perfect for me, but I can't have a period for 3 years. Its not okay"


"I had psoriasis start around the age of 20 and was not living a healthy lifestyle. After less than two years, getting healthy and topical treatments it went away (clobetasol was the best and tanning). About a year ago it came back with a vengeance (26 years old). It was all over - scalp (a lot), chest, stomach, back, legs, arms. I was so depressed, scared to date anyone, and went back to topical treatment which did not work at all. I tried oral methotrexate, steroids shots to my scalp, prednisone (worked briefly), but nothing would take me back to the days of just having a tiny bit on my elbows and scalp. Enbrel worked! My skin is completely clear outside of a little on my scalp but it's the best my scalp has ever been. Thank you Enbrel."


"29 now, started losing my mane since 22 and now have lost most of my crown area with receding frontal hairline. Upon doctor recommendation and Going by the positive effects regarding hair growth which I have read and heard I took the chance and started taking 1mg finasteride back in 1st April 2017; just been 10 days to be exact and started noticing lack of sex drive, poor erection from 2nd day onwards. This has to be the most anti erection drug a man can have.. I would suggest everyone to NEVER ever opt for this if you value your masculine traits.
I am going to stop it now and will never take the same again ever. Already scheduled for a  Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) HT next week.
Hence, either opt for minoxidil only treatment or transplant but refrain from this."


"Got a shot of it on Friday, some soreness on Saturday; but saw immediate results of reduced urgency to void every hour, sometimes 4-5 times per hour, depending on consumption of liquid.  Some sensitivity to right side of groin and scrotum.  Seemed like it might be some blockage in semen tubing or possibly the medication impacting the two lymph nodes that showed some cancer invasion.  Now it is Tuesday evening and the sensitivity on the right side groin is minimal.  It is really amazing how fast the medication impacted the symptoms.  I got a 3 month shot and expect to do a blood draw in 6 weeks to evaluate the impact on the PSA levels.  So far so good."


"I had 8 different ring worm patches on me and no matter how many times a day I showered and changed all my bedding, towels and cloths and washed them  in bleach I still could not stop them!
5 days on terbinafine they stopped growing and died. The pain in my stomach and constipation was bad and I had to stop half way though the treatment.
"


"After taking my first pill, it wasn't so bad - initially.  I was half expecting the nausea and headache, but it never did come.  However, about 12 hours after I started feeling very depressed and in a daze.  In the morning, the breasts were swollen, I had some acne, and the bleeding was much heavier than normal.  I'm going to stop the pill."


"I've always suffered from migraines. I take 500 ER twice a day and gained 16lbs in less than 3 weeks. Since I'm already overweight this caused severe back pain in which I can barely walk and my legs are numb. Works wonders for my migraine but the side effects aren't worth it!"


"I had the mirena coil for years. Last year I started bleeding irregularly with bad cramps & pelvic pain. They sent me for an ultrasound to check for ovarian cysts but was clear.  They found a polyp on my cervix. When they removed the polyp my coil dislodged & was replaced. I started having burning pain in my cervix and a smell. Had a course of antibiotics but the pain stayed. They removed the coil & I was ok for a couple of months. But my periods are extremely heavy with massive clots and severe pain and they fitted another coil. This was  Aug and bleeding for 4 weeks and getting heavier. Also menopausal so unsure if it's the coil or menopause causing the bleeding. I want a hysterectomy but at 47 I'm too young apparently. End of my tether"


"I'm 20 years old, started taking this pill about two months after I had my daughter. I have been on this pill for about a year now, for the first couple months I had mood swings and a week before my period I had pretty bad cramps. But, after those couple of months the cramping went away, and my periods are light, only lasting about 2-3 days. Still have occasional mood swings, but other than that, NO problems with weight gain, acne, hair loss or anything of the sort. This is the first birth control pill I've ever been on, and I was cautious about how well it would work, and its been working great so far."


"I was on Ritalin XR, but it felt like rat poisen too me. I was only remembering the ups and downs, and the short goodtime was not worth it. Yesterday I took my first Vyvanse (Elvanse (EU)) and I was in heaven for the first time in my life. Everything that has been my problems seemed to vanish to some extent, and it lasted the all day! I'm so happy right know. I'm sitting writing this 2 hours into my second dose (day), and the most fantastic feeling has already kicked in. I'm so amazed that I can't get it out loud enough. :) I have been late diagnosed ADHD at age 48. I have struggled all my life with lot of failing, and had to work twice as much as others too achieve my goals. I'm so thrilled now for what the future will bring for me!"


"Spinal cord injury-Paraplegic: May help manage neuropathic pain.  A great medicine when used properly."