"I had Skyla inserted on 6/17/16. I'm 19 with no kids, and was on my period when it was inserted. It was extremely painful (although the worst of the pain only lasted about 2 mins) but I ended up having to stay at my doctor's office for about 30 minutes because I was extremely dizzy right after, although my doctor told me that it was normal for a lot of women, and since I drove myself I wanted to be safe. For about 48 hours after, I had pretty significant cramping, but ibuprofen every few hours definitely took the edge off. My period also ended sooner than normal.  I had light spotting for about the next week, but since that has ended I've had no cramping and no bleeding! I haven't had another period yet, but so far I'm very happy with Skyla"


"This was the first birth control I have ever taken but I was on it for about 5 years. I had no complaints the entire time, normal period, my weight remained the same, no drastic or bad side effects. All of a sudden I got a random period 2 weeks after I had just had one. This period lasted about 2 weeks and was extremely heavy where I was bleeding through anything within 2 hours or less! I thought maybe it was because I missed a dosage but I had tests done for other things and I was completely fine but the bleeding would not stop until finally I discontinued using the pill and the bleeding stopped.  It was really weird but for the 5 years I was on this pill I really had no complaints whatsoever."


"As a substitute for Nyquil, this worked surprisingly well.  I got a full night of comfortable sleep and woke the next morning marginally refreshed (I was, after all, fighting the flu).  The only negative side effect of this drug is that it subtly puts you off your game.  I took some and then drove to the store to get more medicine on the advice of a health nurse.  Because I was slightly buzzed (but did not realize it) I almost ran a red light.   Don't drive if you take this medicine."


"I was prescribed Loryna last summer and it cleared up some mild acne I had, and I tolerated it up until my second semester of college when I missed my period one month. I went to see a doctor and I was not pregnant, but she informed me that sometimes Loryna can make you miss your period. That freaked me out (because my period is the only sure way I know I'm not with child) so I switched Mylan, which had a higher estrogen level. Mylan was horrible. I was depressed, angry, crying all the time, and I started to feel no longerbattracted to my long term boyfriend. I switched back to Loryna, but the synthetic hormones had done their damage. I quit the pill altogether in March, and I immediately went back to my normal self."


"I am female 48 years old, healthy except for being over weight. I have tried every diet possible with little success. Been the the doctor and my thyroid is working well.  I was working out 5 days a week (P90X lost inches but no weight)  and still with little to show for all my hard work.  I started 1 1/2 weeks ago on 105mg and lost 8 lbs.  I am eating approximately 100 calories for breakfast, <300 cal frozen diner and a banana for lunch and at dinner I am eating half the amount that I usually eat.  My plan is part doctor prescribed and part learning portion control.  My problem is not quality of food but quantity.  I have heard that your brain gets used to the medicine and should take a week off every 2 weeks.  I start exercising next week."


"Everyones body is different, but I would not recommend this pill. My sex drive became COMPLETELY nonexistent while on Junel- to the point were I was starting to question my sexuality in general. Unneeded stress was put on my long  term relationship and was very difficult for my boyfriend to understand. I know this might not be a concern for everyone, but know that this may be a very real side-effect for you on Junel and if this  affect you the same then DON'T USE JUNEL. Some pros for me: I never experienced weight gain on the pill or any acne issues. Cons: sex drive gone, irregular periods (even being on this pill for more that a year), more aggressive mood. I got off this pill as soon as I could and now have an IUD."


"I promised to write an review if plan b worked and it did! I had sex with my boyfriend about 3 days later after my period ending and the condom broke and I am not on any other form of birth control. We were both freaking out and didn't even know if he ejaculated in me. We purchased plan b about 30 minutes after the condom broke and I took the pill that could change my life forever. I was really sleepy about two hours after taking it and experienced mild cramping. About a week later I had some bleeding for about 4 days and it was brownish reddish and it seemed like my period but I don't believe it was. I had mild cramping with the bleeding as well. About two weeks later my period came right on time. So relax and don't stress!!"


"My experience with Ampyra is... really great. I love the medicine because even when I don't want to walk I walk fast."


"I have been on this for 4 months initially for weight loss to reduce blood sugar. I have lost 40 pounds and 4 inches of waist.  The scale down program is amazing and frankly I would make any co pay to get this result rather than take diabetes meds. I am wearing clothing I haven't worn in over 10 years. My only side affect is constipation which is slowly subsiding and hot flashes/sweating so I walk around with hankies.  On the whole this drug is amazing. I am more active and focused and less moody too."


"I was prescribed Seroquel after I got out of one of those psychiatric hospitals and after a terrible bout with Abilify (extremely jittery and restless). Unfortunately, Seroquel affected me in just the opposite way. I consistently went up in dose, peaking at 600 mg for 2 days, then dropping back down to 300 mg. I was on it for almost a month but I was living in my own little world. I was very muted. It may have stopped the manic episodes, but the depression became worse, almost landing me back in a hospital after I went "cold turkey." The good thing though was that I slept so peacefully every night. No racing thoughts."


"I was extremely sick for over 2 years and refused to take this medication due to how scared I was of the side effects. I decided it was worth the risk and started taking it. I was tired a lot the first month but after one month I felt so good! I have been on it now for about 6 months and I am doing wonderful. I think we hear a lot of the bad things online because the people who these drugs work for are out enjoying life. I hope I give some of you peace of mind."


"The first few days I took the 30mg it worked great my pain was pretty much gone and I felt like myself again, other then the bad side effects. But after the first few days my pain started coming back more everyday. I did start taken 60mg about a month later but it did not help with the pain and I could not deal with the side effects. I am still on the 30mg because it does help with my depression."


"My insurance covered some but good thing Tindamax gives a discount card for prescription. I have suffered with bacterial vaginitis off and on for 4 years. Finally got a prescription for Tindamax and it was the only thing that cleared it up for a few weeks. When my period came the bacterial vaginitis came back!
On round 2 of Tindamax now. Hopefully it gets rid of it for good. 4 pills 2 days. I get a really nasty metallic taste and nausea but the few weeks I was without bacterial vaginitis it was definitely worth it!"


"I've had this put in on Oct 2015. Although it took less than 10 mins to put it in it hurt like none other. But since then I've only gotten my period twice and it has lasted 3-4 days and I haven't had any weight gain, like I had while I was on depo."


"I had the Implanon inserted April of 2011. Each birth control affects each person differently. A lot of factors have to be taken into consideration. I have gained 20 pounds since having the Implanon inserted. I was recently hospitalized and told I was threatening a heart attack due to my weight. However, I cannot say the Implanon is not an effective birth control. Had my doctor known how severe my blood pressure problems were and how the absence of my cycle causes severe weight gain, I know she would not have recommended a birth control that would make me gain more weight and put me at higher risk for complications with my blood pressure. I definitely recommend it as opposed to pills, shots and even an IUD."


"Been on it for years up to 300 mg XR daily so much happier at this time!"


"I am an ex heroin user and currently been on a methadone programme for fifteen years I'm on propranalol for anxiety and chlorpromazine 50 mgs for psychotic episodes also on serequel 200mg day 250 mg at night my psychiatrist put me on amitriptyline 50mgs for depression and really bad anxiety I haven't felt so good in years get a great nights sleep and I take it during day helps anxiety attacks I was constipated really bad for years and now I can go every day excellent results for me"


"Started on fluoxetine a month ago, 20mg.  Felt very tired the first week and nothing else.  Just started taking 40 mg a few days ago.  My wife swears she notices a difference, says she doesn't feel like she's walking on egg shells around me anymore.  One thing I've noticed is things I used to dwell on, I can now think about them but now put them out of my mind relatively easy.  Before the meds I would dwell on things, couldn't escape the negative thoughts.  Things that are out of my control don't haunt me nearly as much"


"I started Saxenda on the 6th of September  at 0.6mg and each week up by 0.6, in 3 weeks I have lost 4lbs which is disappointing (I know we all want a wonder cure!) My appetite  has definitely reduced, eating far less but then on other days really hungry. Side effects of dizziness seem to be my enemy along with peeing much less so definitely upping my water intake. Occasional bruising from the jabs but other than that not a lot :)

Not sure yet if I will get another pack - any tips for really losing the beef whilst on this? x"


"I took it for a week and could fall asleep at the drop of a hat...and I couldn't afford to being like that.   If you had to work all day all week and sometimes be up during the night. Paxil may work for some, but made me WAY to drowsy. My psychiatrist switched me over to 100mg Zoloft and while that was somewhat better, she also put me on a 150mg Wellbutrin  (zoloft   Wellbutrin commonly called "Welloft").

Paxil was no good to me and quite possibly the worst to get off of."


"I took phen 37.5 early 2016 and lost almost 35-40 pounds. Felt really great but then my doc asked me to stop taking it. Now in last six months I've gained everything back! Starting my phen from today again! But feeling too dizzy and nauseous. Hope this won't last for long...Good Luck everyone!"


"1st night using the cream. Inserted medication deep as comfortably  (as per instructions.) The almost immediate sensation is worse then the actual YI irritation. If that is the way the product is supposed to feel, it is down played in the literature."


"I was put on latuda 20 several months ago. It made my insomnia worse, increased my racing thoughts and I felt like I was in a constant state of panic. After discussing all of this with the doctor, she doubled the dosage. After 2 weeks with maybe an hour of sleep a night, no appetite, a constant racing mind, and disabling panic, I sought the advice of my PCP. He has been treating me for more than 10 years now and ordered me to immediately discontinue it. I'm not completely cured by any means but the excessive symptoms are much more tolerable and I can usually sleep now."


"I've been on this medicine since just after Thanksgiving.  It is now February 25, so about three months.  I love it, but I'm still a little wary about possible side effects and the lack of history.  I've never enjoyed being the first to use anything!
That being said, I've lost 30 lbs and have to remember to eat.  I'd like to lose about 40 more.   I have NO appetite.  The only real side effect for me has been constipation.  No nausea, headaches or anything else.  My blood sugars are great.  The dawn effect I used to struggle with is gone - perhaps because I inject myself just before bedtime?  (I worried I would have nausea, so that's when I started).  My last Hb1ac was 6.  I do notice that sometimes I have bruises at the injection sites."


"I am 27 married with one child who is 7.  I had my first Mirena inserted at my 6 week check up after his birth.  The first 5 years of use was amazing.  The insertion did not hurt at all as well as not having the normal cramping and spotting after insertion. I haven't had a period since. My problems have come from the new Mirena. I had inserted 2 years ago. I have had significant weight gain, anxiety, my hair has changed texture, my skin is oily, and the mood swings are horrid.  I wish this time around was as good as the first. I hope this will help others because I feel like I am going crazy and now I know it is not just me."


"This was my first birth control experience. I am 22 year old female with no previous history of bad acne problems. The first few months I had breakthrough bleeding and cramps during ovulation time. My periods were shorter and less painful but the mild cramps continued through the full week which they had never done before. My main complaint is that during the first month of using this bc I broke out in cystic acne all over my chin! My forehead where I used to get the occasional random pimple has completely cleared but I cannot get rid of the hormonal cystic acne on my chin. My chin is red and bumpy constantly. I would not recommend this bc."


"Anxiety disorder runs in my family, and Klonopin has done us wonders. I suffered a severe car accident 10/2012. Quit my job, quit fall-term, and became paralyzed from Anxiety. Initial dose was 0.5mg 2X a day. I discovered, LESS IS MORE. Now I only take 0.5 mg 2X a day, and it helps me be Andy. Klonopin is addictive. 20mg is max dose for epilepsy. 4mg/ day max for anxiety. 1mg/day in studies is shown to be most effective for anxiety. Take it as prescribed. DON'T, TAKE MORE. If you don't have epilepsy. BELIEVE ME! Benzodiazepines should be used with caution."


"This birth control made me extremely emotional! I'm 32 and my life was fine before I got on this pill only 2 months ago. I started flashing out on my boyfriend and have even gained about 5 pounds. I'm finishing the pack and moving on to something else. Meds are not supposed to decrease quality of life."


"I've had the Mirena for 3 months now, and I LOVE it. I'm 22, no kids and the pain was very tolerable during insertion. My periods have gone from ~5 days down to 1, and no cramps! I never even think about my period anymore. Downsides: I bled for for 3-4 weeks after I got it, and it made my acne flare up like crazy! I would still definitely recommend the Mirena for anyone though, the initial month-long adjustment was worth it!"


"I had 3 types of Thyroid cancer 22 years ago so had a thyroidectomy/isthmusectomy and have 1 parathyroid left.  I was put on Synthroid for 22 years, then became toxic to it.  New Endocrinologist put me on Tirosint, it was great at first, all bad symptoms of Synthroid disappeared then started having negative side effect of always sleeping and felt numb emotionally.  Switched to Armour Thyroid and even worse, I'm not sleepy any more BUT now I'm "always" nauseated, can't eat, shaking, thirsty all the time, gastric upset, stomach ache, muscle fatigue like I've never experienced, palpitations back but not as bad as when on the Synthroid medicine, S.O.B on exertion.  I was put on 90 of Armour Thyroid now 75 (one 60 and one 15). "


"i have been on aromasin for about 70 days just had a short holiday came back hardly able to walk joints were aching from first taking it but thought this might be because I'm not getting any younger but now I wonder also my sleep patterns have altered I wake quite early and am a lot more tired also at times I seem quite breathless although I'm asthmatic it has always been well controlled will see my doctor to see what he suggests this was my last resort for drugs as most of the others I have tried with side effects."


"I am a veteran. I suffer from PTSD, severe anxiety disorder, agoraphobia (deathly fear of leaving my home), and within the last 2 years, IBS. My diarrhea was truly horrid. IBS topped with severe anxiety is unfathomable. I went through every test possible including CT Scans and multiple colonoscopies just looking for some reason, any reason, for the constant times spent literally in a panicked run to the bathroom. They didn't reveal a thing except that you are not immune to having an 'episode' just because you are in a CT machine; very embarrassing. I changed my medicines around and wound up with the opportunity to try Atropine without nasty interactions. It has not completely cured me, but it is by far the best I've tried, and, I have been on many medicines."


"My 7yr old son has ADHD and has been on medicines since 3.5 yrs old. Right now he's got two days left on his first week of 1mg Intuniv before we go up a dose. First few days he was tired a bit and all seemed to be improving on his defiance and irritation. We are on day 5 and at this point I'm anxious to get going on the 2mg dose as he seems to have simply gotten "used to" the 1mg dose.
Update....started the 2mg a few days ago and did not seem to have many issues.  A bit sluggish but nothing concerning.  School called today and he had THREE seizures.  My son has no medical issues other than ADHD.  Seizures are a very rare side effect of this medicine.  Intuniv is definitely NOT for my son.  Obviously."


"After Gleevec quit working after five years, and no remission, Tasigna has been a wonderful medicine. Thinning hair, a little hip pain and some blisters/itching...but so much blessing to have achieved molecular remission in 4 mos. and continued for 3 yrs. now. Doc has reduced my dose from 600 to 400mgs to see if rashes stop and pain subsides. hopefully, won't have to go back up. The cost is insanity...good thing I get assistance or I wouldn't be here. "


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

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

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


"I used the target brand which has the same exact ingredients. 30 mins after inserting the egg I felt intense burning and itching, WAY worse than it was before insertion. My vagina felt swollen and like it was on fire. I put ice on it for 20 mins and then got a cool bath with aveeno. I started to feel better in about 2 hours. I do not know if this will cure the infection but  regardless I will not use this product again. It's not worth it. I'll call the Dr next time for a pill. Currently my vag feels swollen and tingly and burning although the itching has almost gone away."


"I spent the 2 weeks leading up to my insertion reading all the reviews on here and freaked myself out so bad I almost cancelled. I'm glad I didn't because this appointment was a piece of cake! Before going, I was told to take 600 mg of ibuprofen.The insertion took all of 30 seconds and was done on day 2 of my period. It was just a quick pinch. The entire time spent in the stirrups was maybe 5 min and that's because the Dr said I have a 6cm uterus which is smaller than average. Nothing hurt. It was just uncomfortable. I would rate my discomfort a 4 or 5. I had no cramps after. It's day 2 and I've still only had light bleeding. The only reason I gave the review a 9 is because I was told not to use tampons for 2 months...I hate pads."


"I've been on pain meds for about 8 years. I have Disintegrating discs in my neck, bulging discs in my lower back, fibromyalgia, ovarian cysts, and I had major neck surgery last year. I've been on every pain med available and got up to 80mg OxyContin after my surgery. I was still hurting and even had DNA analysis which shows my body burns through meds at a much higher rate than most people. I started 600 Belbuca and I'm weaning off dilaudid which is what I had to switch to after oxy no longer helped me and next month I'll move up to 750 and be completely off dilaudid. I'm baffled at all the bad reviews. I've tried everything and for the 1st time in years I don't hurt and feel clear headed. The pack is hard to open but it's not a big deal."


"This medication is awful. It rolls up every time you put it in your cheek. It literally takes hours to dissolve. One 4.2mg bunavail doesn't even come close to the equivalent of one 8mg suboxone. It's a shame that these shady pharmaceutical companies can use money to push inferior medicine through the fda and get it to addicts who can't even figure out how to take the stuff let alone use it as a replacement therapy to stay clean."


"It seems to do a better job than other anti-inflammatories."


"I've been on this pill for a week and a half. So far the only side effect increased libido, and I mean it's increased a lot. No period ,no breast size changes. I will keep taking this pill until I'm ready to settle down and have children."


"I got the implant April 29th 2015 and I started bleeding today (May 23rd 2015) I haven't had any breakouts, no weight gain and no mood swings but it may just be too soon to determine. I'm having mild cramps at this very moment but nothing too painful. I just hope I don't bleed for a long time."


"Was on Clonazepan and 5-10 mgs of ambian not great but was living. Doc switched me to trazodone. Horrible!!! Now taking 15-20 mgs of ambian to sleep not suppose to be taking any. Life sucks right now."


"I am on my 3rd day of Linzess. No bowel movent at all. . Feel kinda bloated. Hope something happens soon so i dont feel like i have spent all of that money for nothing. Very expensive medication."


"Dispite being told to slow down with the physical labor four months ago, when both rotator cuffs started to hurt, I was able to work myself into two frozen shoulders and tendonitis, hence the nickname.

Not a big fan of pharmaceuticals, Mobic is changing my mind. Starting taking it yesterday and for the first time in days I was able to sleep without waking up in pain. Can now move shoulders and pain has been greatly reduced."


"Dexedrine worked above and beyond for my ADHD symptoms, outstanding medication."


"I was prescribed this for severe akathisia, and I hated Procyclidine.

I took two 5mg tablets a day and found them very hard to swallow, and I've never had a problem swallowing my meds before. The tablets were huge and very bitter.

This med also made me extremely nauseous, and I couldn't eat for 4  hours after taking them. They also didn't help my akathisia at all."


"800 mg 3 times per day has completely controlled all pain (for two days so far) associated with a mild to strong case of neuralgia affecting the skin on my lower abdomen in the area of my belly-button about the size of my open hand.  It has completely removed all of the "sun-burn sensation".  I will be dropping the dose to 600mg at the next (6th) time the I will take it.  I'm wondering if I need any more at all."


"I have been slowly taking increasing doses of Vyvanse for recently diagnosed ADD.  I've been on this particular stimulant for probably 6 months.  I was increased from 50 to 60mg a week ago and am havging trouble w/ Insomnia, but will wait and see if it goes away.  This is life changing for me as for the first time I was actually fired from a job I had for 9 years right after finding out my work issues were largely do to ADD, even though I advised them of my condition and that I would be improving.  I am in a new job with an employer who is much more caring and I'm doing better now that I have found a medication to help me.  By far positives of this medication outweight the negatives."


"I started Junel Fe in the summer of 2011 after being on Tri Lo Sprintec in 2010 and breaking out in severe hives the size of my fist. My doctor wanted to give me something that was low in estrogen. I was on Junel from august of 2011 until April of 2013.  During this time my periods were regular down to the day of the week that I got them. However, my mood swings were TERRIBLE in the beginning. I mean bipolar jubilant to depressed in minutes. But that ended and it was perfect. I still had PMS and mild cramps but nothing insane like the beginning. The reason I changed was because they said Junel was not being made any more and my pharmacy gave me Gildess instead. All in all, regular periods and no pregnancy gets an A."


"I have used Amerge for years for migraines and it has been great."


"I feel like this medication is OK minus the weight gain feels like I put on a lot of weight and is hard to loose"


"I've had mine for 2.5 years. No periods until mid second year. Dr prescribed estrogen which helped. Getting in replaced in a few weeks per consult with my doctor. I love it. Easy and effective."


"I was prescribed this for Collagenous (microscopic) Colitis and it worked immediately with the first dose.  I take three 3mg capsules at once in the morning. I've been on it for 15 months straight with no side effects but I do have to have a bone density scan once a year.  I have tried weaning off the medicine but my symptoms return so looks like I'm on this for life. Entocort is my miracle. It helps me live a normal life."


"I'm 18 and was told I have arthritis about 10 months ago Plaquenil worked after the first couple of weeks but one major side effect is Mouth Ulcers and at times I've been in so much pain with them I couldn't eat. But then the alternative one said it could make my hair fall out (and that is not an option at my age)"


"I have been dealing with insomnia on and off for over 10 years. I have always managed it with OTC meds like Unisom. Finally decided to see a doc about it after having to take 3-4 Unisom a night (I was feeling like a zombie till 10 am!). She prescribed 25 mg of Vistaril - take one at bed time. Last night was my first time using it and it took a few hours to get me to sleep. All night I had weird, vivid dreams and it was hard to tell if I was asleep or awake. I felt on the brink of deep sleep, but still awake. It's hard to describe. I am going to give it a week and see how it goes. I was a bit groggy this morning, but not like on Unisom."


"I have been on Implanon since February 2008.  I must say, I love not having to remember to take the pill, but the downfall of this implant is my weight gain.  The doctor who did the procedure warned me about possible weight gain."


"I was diagnosed with stage 5 Endometriosis, back in the early 90's. My Dr. suggested to me the Lupron shots.. The reason we did not do the surgery at that time,  I was young and wanted children, so to help with the awful pain, and miserable time of the month, we started Lupron Injections. Let me say, the side effects were awful!  THE HOT FLASHES, I wanted to go out into the snow naked to cool off.  The mood swings were out of control, however I was put through the menopause stage and no periods, that was heaven.  I was on the injections for 6 months, then after I was off the wicked horrid pain and cycle started. The weight gain was insane. I had to go back on the injections, but since the weight gain, I quit after the 2nd injection."


"Celexa is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I'm 16 and I have had a hard life and ever since I started taking Celexa it has done nothing but the best."


"I was formally diagnosed with fibromyalgia August 2009.  After 8 months of trying other medicines and physical therapy I finally gave in to my Doctor and tried Lyrica. I was nervous because I had used Neurontin in the past with bad side effects and thought Lyrica would be the same. I was wrong. Lyrica does make me sleepy but I take 75 mg at night about 2 hours before bed. My Doctor started me out on the lowest dosage and it has worked miracles for me. I have less pain and my muscles don't seem to spasm or twitch as much, I am able to increase my activity levels which helps with the stiff muscles. It also has helped to calm the nerves in my foot that were irritated in an unrelated injury. This medicine has been a miracle for me."


"I was terribly bullied in high school, made fun of my sexuality and developed an extremely high amount of social anxiety. I would shudder at the thought of going to school. I had lost hope.  Visited a psychiastrist. Was prescribed Escitalopram. The medicine did not seem as if it was working in the first few months.

I was given anti anxiety medicines too so I always credited them whenever I felt better. However,  it has almost been an year and now I am only on Escitlopram. I realised I do not need to take any medicine at all because I am just soo confident. I realised that i am suddenly not at all hesitant to go for movies or anywhere

Confidence = restored and depression = forgotten."


"This worked completely for me! I took plan b 2 hours after the accident happened. I personally did not experience any side effects. A couple of weeks later I received my period and it was completely normal. The only complaint I have is the price for such a tiny pill."


"I started originally on Tri-Sprintec but after a few days I couldn't handle the cramps, bloating and spotting all the time. I call my doctor and she prescribed Apri. After seeing all the reviews I felt that this was a better choice then the Tri-Sprintec pill. Since Apri had better reviews then Tri, everyone's body is different but So far it  has worked great no side effect's I LOVE IT."


"I'm a college student, but ever since high school I've been suffering from depression and anxiety. Once I started taking Lexapro my senior year of high school it immediately helped with the depression immensely. I was less irritable and not so emotional all the time but as for the anxiety, it only helped very little. Right now, my anxiety is through the roof and I find myself stressing over every little thing. A lot of the times on the verge of tears. So for depression, Lexapro's an 8, but for anxiety I can only rank it about a 4."


"Hi, I'm a 48 yr old woman who has struggled with a lower thyroid and metabolism.  I started at 199lbs and weigh 179lbs now (started 12/7 and last weighed in on 3/14).  I consider 20 lbs a success, especially considering there was a vacation and two holidays involved.  I had some side effects, mostly dry mouth and a mild headache.  My biggest issue was not having any appetite - I don't think it's healthy to not eat enough food, so I had to remind myself to eat.  I track my food intake on myfitnesspal which helps me eat enough calories during the day.  The cost is getting expensive, but I still have 40 lbs to lose, so I think I will stay on it for a few more months. I go back to the doctor after one more month for  re-check and we will see what he says."


"I've been under pain management since 2007 and was on 30 MG of morphine sulfate ER 3 x per day supplemented with 15MG of Percocet 4 x a day. After a couple of years of this regime I changed my pain management doctor and he suggested going to Exalgo. I began taking 2 x 12 MG Exalgo every mornings. It took about a week or 10 days to begin acting. Exalgo is better than the morphine BUT, the 60 pills I need each month, after my insurance pays, is really expensive."


"I can see why this medication isn't for everyone.
I have racing thoughts when I attempt to sleep. I take a 20mg Belsomra, make room dark and set myself up for sleep.
My mind must calm because I wake up 5-9 hours later.
This doesn't make you drowsy or euphoric. It helps me fall asleep like a normal person.
Never will go back to benzos (for sleep) zopiclone, ezoplicone etc."


"TriNessa was the first birth control I had ever been on. I took it for almost a year and had to stop. I suffer from anxiety and depression. My periods were really awful before TriNessa and when I started taking it they were easy and manageable. My skin was glowing and clear. TriNessa made my anxiety and depression so much worse. I cried all the time I had panic attacks and mood swings multiple times a day. I also gained about 15 pounds. I have not tried birth control since, I am so scared that it will be anything similar to trinessa because it isn't worth it."


"This has changed my life for the better. Able to work long hours. Lots of energy."


"I was diagnosed with depression/ anxiety after I failed several add medications due to severe constipation.  Recently, l learned about taking probiotics for constipation and tried Strattera again.  Wow, what a difference.  I am much more emotionally stable/focused than I have ever been.  Anxiety disappeared.  Depression is almost unnoticeable.  I'm on Pristiq 50mg for depression/anxiety and two days ago, I upped my dose of Strattera to 60mg.  I was at 40mg for 30 days and I was much more stable emotionally, better focused & functional.  So far, at 60mg, I'm fully focused and no longer feeling slightly tired.  Side effects wise, slow urination is almost gone.  Sexual side effects are moderate and dry mouth is slight. Give it time to work!!!"


"I have been on Seasonique for 4 weeks now and started bleeding 3 days ago. Not spotting, but full blown bleeding non-stop. I called my OB and the nurse told me to basically deal with it until my body gets used to the drug. She said it could take months, that I could potentially be bleeding, non-stop for the next three months or more she had no idea when it would stop.  I was not aware of this when I agreed to this pill, and it is not listed on the side effects.  Breakthrough bleeding or spotting is NOT having basically your period for months! For me it doesn't matter if after 3 months it works like a charm, if you randomly get your period for long lengths of time - it defeats the lure of this product."


"I have used Gabapentin for 5 years now. It was initially prescribed to me for fibromyalgia. I now only take it so I can sleep at night. It doesn't help with my pain, but it makes me fall asleep and stay asleep all night. The only downside I have found is that my body has become very dependent on it. This is inconvenient because I can't sleep without it, so If I forget my medication it is absolutely impossible to fall asleep."


"This medicine helps me with migraines, but it is grossly inferior to hydrocodone or oxycodone preparations. It can help if used in combination with a medication such as Soma if suffering from back pain, especially disc problems."


"Worked for mood stabilization but side effects were not acceptable. There were vivid and sometimes nightmares, also weight gain."


"I wanted to write a review on this drug whether it worked or not. It worked as intended. On February, 18, the condom broke and he finished completely inside of me. On the 17th of February I had finished my period. So I was on the 5th day of my cycle. Within 10 minutes I took the pill and I was side effect free until the 24th of February when I got my period again. The cramps were worse than before and the bleeding was pretty heavy. My period ended on March 1, 2017. Three days later my breasts were super tender and I had horrible cramps. On the 13th of March 13, 2017 I got my period again. I took two pregnancy tests just to make sure and they were negative. Wanted to share my experience with everyone. Hope it helped."


"So I just took the pill so I can't say if side effects are going to happen or if it's going to work, but looking at the reviews makes me feel better. But if you are a college student, if possible try to buy the pill at your student health services pharmacy. I got plan b for $25 dollars where it would normally be $50. The lady who helped me was very nonjudgmental, and helped me set up an appointment to get birth control, which can be provided for free if you qualify. The best part is that you can stay anonymous, so if you have strict parents like me you can keep it on the DL. Stay safe ladies"


"Since I can remember my underarms have been sweaty and smelly. I've used all types of deodorants without success. One night I sat in front of the computer and googled "sweaty underarms" and Drysol product came up. I read about and decided to get it. For the first time in years I was able to put on my uniform without wearing an under shirt. It has been 2 weeks and I still haven't worn a T-shirt under my uniforms. I am able to walk past people without worrying about if they can smell me. Drysol is the best product ever created. Thanks Drysol."


"I had been on the 80mg for 6yrs but started getting 3 migraines a week again, so doctor doubled my dose to 160mg. I think they are very good, still get the occasional migraine. "


"Was very depressed and hadn't slept in 4 days. Was diagnosed with manic depression and insomnia. Was put on Wellbutrin XL and trazodone for sleep. They both have been a miracle for me. No side effects from either except for dry mouth."


"I've been on Trulicity for about a year.  Started with .75 but now up to the 1.5 dose weekly.  I find that my side effects actually come and go.  I will go weeks without the sulfur burps, but then out of nowhere they will show up again (like now).  It's done a great job lowering my A1C, but be careful not to overeat, or your body will be unhappy.  Unable to find the sulfur burp trigger but still looking.  For me, the benefits outweigh the negatives."


"Absolutely awesome. I was suffering from Narcolepsy. Now, I am able to do anything that I want. Quiet amazing. I feel that I was always only able to achieve about 25%. Now I am around 100%."


"Throughout a ten year battle with Ulcerative Colitis I have been on many I.V. pain meds. I.V.Dilaudid is my pain med of choice. I hate the oral version of this med. It literally does nothing for my pain. I.V. or nothing."


"Very effective, helps daily motivation in terms of getting going without that shocking, nagging pain. Its depressing but helps the body function where without the medication its demotivating and furthers the negative aspect of ones well-being and self worth toward a productive life and social feeling of being needed. The medication simply assists me to function where without I am no longer an asset to anything up to this point in my life, including my own self esteem."


"Very effective in treating ADHD."


"This birth control seemed like it had no side effects for me until I realized it was literally making me crazy. I've always been a social person but since I started the pill I've had the worst anxiety and paranoia. It's different for everyone I guess, but make sure you realize that that definitely could be a side effect."


"I have tried Champix September 7th 2012 and have not smoked since. I smoked for 53 yrs and believe me I tried 7 times before I finally did it with Champix. I feel much better and can walk longer and exercise with little stress and my taste buds are greater then ever.
Thank you Champix  (You were and still is are  my life safer)"


"Before being diagnosed with Crohn's, I was having terrible aches in my lower back and legs. This product worked fine but I was never told of the side effects and developed bleeding stomach ulcers. Don't be on these too long. Get your doctor to find out the source of your problem."


"Stopped my seizures. "


"Got on Orsythia because of PMDD. Used to be suicidal right before my period. After taking the pill I'm MUCH more balanced.

Only criticism is it makes my breasts extra sore during PMS. And the first couple months I had spotting. But, overall it's great. And it's definitely done its job to prevent pregnancy!"


"I have had general anxiety most of my life, and occasional panic attacks. About a month ago, some personal issues tossed me into a week-long panic attack, I fell into a deep depression that made me have horrible physical pain.

I started Neurontin 4 days ago and hours later, I was able to get up and move around, the panic attack stopped and I could feel it lifting.  I'm still "down' but I have things to be genuinely sad about.  Today I am starting trazodone to help with sleep,  I don"t get drowsy on Neurontin.  But for me, it worked immediately for the massive anxiety with no side effects except a foggy feeling which I no longer have with doses. The myalgia and pain from the depression is also nearly gone. I'm thrilled."


"I have tried every birth control pill out there...I was reluctant to try lolo

Glad I did however! It's the ONLY pill that didn't give me side effects and I could take in the morning. Slight breakthrough bleeding every now and then for the first two months but other than that it's the best one yet!"


"On 20mg for about two months with no concrete signs of improving depression/anxiety. Dr. told me to just stop taking it as I hadn't been on it very long so didn't need to taper off. After not taking any dose for 3 days, I woke up in middle of night with excruciating stomach pain and vomited off and on for hours. Absolutely horrible. I also think there could be a negative interaction between this drug and Concerta. Just my own personal experience. I hope this drug works for you! If not, there's are hundreds others that will."


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"I have been on this pill for 7 or 8 months and I love the fact that I'm not pregnant or I don't have to worry about getting pregnant but I have horrible mood swings. I cry more than ever about the simplest things. I have also gained weight and when I work out I feel like it's useless. I've felt nauseous, even threw up a few times. Sometimes I get bad stomach pains. I've felt dizzy and anxious before. I'm seriously thinking about switching pills. "


"This patch made me throw up three times the first night I put it on, my boobs are getting bigger and more sensitive, and this patch makes me feel tired all the time "


"I started Qysmia in October 2014 with the free two week starter pack lowest dosage and then moved to the next dosage level . It Immeadiately began to work. I did experience dry mouth, a very slight tingle in my fingers and confused thinking for the first month. Those side effects where all temporary and did pass. As for my appetite it has changed considerably. It is under control, I eat what I decide to eat! Im not hungry, not thinking about food & not overeating. I am 53, had not been excercising and have lost 14lbs in 2 1/2 months. However I am starting my excercise program today because I do want the full benefit of both the weight loss and to be in good physical health. My goal is to reach 127lbs by May of this year, good luck to all!!"


"Works amazing"


"I experience hallucinations (bad dreams) while using this medicine."


"I saw great results but unfortunately had to stop because the medication went from $300 to $480 and my insurance would not cover it, and that was also using discount card."


"I have a bullet lodged in my back near my spine, this medication is very helpful in relieving the pain but use with caution I would not recommended this for daily use regardless of the severity of your pain."


"I took Aviane for about 3 years. I gained very little weight when I began taking it, but quickly dropped the lbs when I started paying attention to how I was eating. I never had any issues with an irregular period or acne, but my main side effect was moodiness. It took me a couple of years to figure out why I'd become this hyperemotional person, but then after much research, realized it was the Aviane. I began to pay attention to my moods and regulate my mood swings, which helped. I've been off the pill for over a year now, but if I had to go back on birth control, I would choose this one again."


"I was on 25 mg to start and ended up taking 100. I lost weight. But the price I paid in side effects was not worth it.

I lost so much hair that when I try to braid it it's like braiding tiny strands of dental floss. It looks so ridiculous long I had to chop it all off just to conceal how grossly thin it is.

People call it dopamax for a reason. It made my memory Swiss cheese and when I had to process information it felt like fighting through seaweed.

The worst side effect was the depression. This stuff makes me downright suicidal.

It helped me lose about 80 pounds by starvation. I never wanted to eat. I became anemic. If you've never had that before you'll find simple physical tasks to feel like they're inciting heart attacks."


"Due to a bacteria which caused traveller diarrhea for like two weeks I had to take very strong antibiotics to get rid of it. Unfortunately, I then couldn't go to the toilet anymore for 4 days. On the 5th day I took one pill at 4pm, woke up at 4am in the morning with really painful stomach cramps, but couldn't go to the toilet. At around 8am the pain was almost unbearable and I felt sick and didn't know if I had to vomit whilst I was sitting on the toilet. Worked eventually but only 16 hours later with a lot of pain in the hours beforehand. It does its job but you have to accept the pain which comes with it."


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


"I've been on Lexapro 10mg for 5 years now and it makes me "me" again.  It's wonderful! I've never had a side effect.  I've also lost 90 pounds!  I was eating because of the stress and depression and when that started to go away so did the overeating! I started to feel a lot better.  It took about 4-5 weeks for it to kick in and I had to chart my progress through my doctor but I am truly thankful. "


"I took Zoloft for 1 year, the first antidepressant I ever was prescribed. I began with 50mg daily and within 3 days I felt like a new person. The only major side effect was sexual, to the point that my doctor has now switched me to Effexor XR in the hopes that it will be better. But I can highly recommend the Zoloft anyway. Every person is different and sometimes you and your doctor have to experiment to find the one that's right for you, but there is something out there for everyone."


"It's good and helps very, very much."


"This medicine has been great for me.  I was first prescribed a beta-blocker when diagnosed.  However, it made me so sick and sluggish that my doctor switched me to Flecainide.  He warned me not to read about it on the internet because of all the warnings, but I knew I had to do something.  I have been on this medicine for 8 years with no problems (50 mg 2x day).  It has made a big positive difference for me.  I had a headache for about 3 days when I first started, but not since.  No other side effects at this dosage."


"I've had migraines for years and have been given everything for them.  I also believe I've gone through every triptan that one could imagine.  This medicine has been phenomenal in relieving really tough migraine pain.  Within 30 minutes I can get relief.  Also, I like that you can get it in sublingual form.  Sometimes my migraines are so bad that I'm constantly throwing up everything.  When I'm nauseous the sublingual form is wonderful, however, it also comes in a tiny tablet.  I keep this with me at all times.  It has saved me from multiple hospital visits in the past.  Hope this helps!"


"I was initially on Yaz for about 6 years then stopped because I was getting migraines. The whole 6 years my skin was flawless. I quit taking it Jan 2015 and it is now Aug 2015. My skin is unbearable I don't even recognize myself. I got back on Gianvi (generic Yaz) and I'm hoping it will work again. I'm experiencing like 10-15 cysts at once and lowest self-esteem in my life. I can't tell if the birth control is going to help anytime soon. I am only on week 2 and losing hope."


"I bought this and I can not even prepare you for the pain. I was home alone with my baby and put the product in. Never had an issue with the 7 day version. The pain, burning, intense itching began in two hours. I couldn't walk and had to call a friend to help as I tried to remove what I could. It was futile! Cold towels helped. I was crying, dizzy from pain. Please be careful!"


"I've been taking Lamictal for 5  years now and am very pleased with it.  I have experienced moderate to severe difficulties with cognitive function and memory on all other anti-epileptics.  Lamictal has enabled me to reduce my carbamazapine intake to such a level that these difficulties are minimal and I am now doing very well at University. Unfortunately, while it has reduced my seizures to lower than ever before, it has not been able to stop them altogether."


"I've tried damn near every med you can think of. I have MDD, GAD, PTSD, ADHD..wellbutrin stopped working after 3 yrs, and I don't do well on SSRIs (fetzima is SNRI). So I said , everyone is built different, so trial and error/guinea pig it is. 20mg once daily for 2 days then up to 40mg/day. Day 1 had completely 0 side effects. Day 2 nausea and vomiting, lasted until day 5..which is when constipation began. BUT my depression is under control despite environmental factors I can't control. I am less emotional, moody, or irritable in general. Suicidal thoughts don't last as long as before. I'm not a zombie. No weight gain. Its Good. Not Great. 7/10 for me. Stared 80mg today..nauseous but will subside. I'm pretty stable. Give it a chance."


"This product does work. I used to sweat so bad it was not fun. I would never wear a white shirt because it would stain it, even my black shirts would get ruined because of deodorant, so I started buying bigger shirts so that they wouldn't touch my armpits. I could be freezing cold and still have sweat marks. So a friend of mine told me to try this product. I put it off for a few months then I just had enough, saw it in the drug store and said why not lets give this a shot. I noticed a difference after 1 night but did it for 3. The only complaint that I have with this product is how much it stings and burns. I try to make sure I don't shave my armpits the day I want to I put it on and I try to make them as clean and dry as possible. It's totally worth it."


"Began to take two weeks ago (7/8) starting with 1 pill on 7/8, then 2 pills a day (morning before breakfast and evening before dinner). The first week was dramatic (lost 5  pounds). The second week was slow, only 2 pounds. It is my body's way of fighting back not to let go of fat. But 7  pounds in two weeks is amazing. The most important change is sleeping through the night. I used to get up middle of the night with prescription sleeping pill. Then, I go to the kitchen and eat some snacks. Yes, I am a night eater. Now, that habit is gone. The second night after sleeping through the night, I dropped the sleeping pill. I do not need a sleeping pill anymore and I do not eat in the middle of the night. I don't feel hunger anymore."


"I started this pill June 2014 and have had an amazing experience. No pregnancies, no weight gain, and no acne (though I wasn't prone to it before). I do get emotional, and tired but nothing a nap and breathing can't fix, what works for some may not work for others, I definitely would recommend, me and a few friends have had very positive experiences!"


"I am a 18 year old girl that made a stupid mistake. My boyfriend and I never have unprotected sex but on November 3rd  we did. I got my period October 28 and I was just finishing up my period the day we had unprotected sex. We ran to get plan b about an hour after that accident. I googled everything about plan b and I saw that apparently there is a 165 pound weight limit and I am really scared cause I'm over that. "


"My 8 year old daughter has been diagnosed with precocious puberty.  While being proactive about the whole issue of stunted growth and and early menses etc., We (my husband and I) were in the process of setting up an appointment to have her initial injection of the drug, lupron depot-PED and guess what?...she started her first menstrual cycle.  We still went ahead with the treatment as planned.  We are three treatments into the whole plan and things are going well but there is a side effect that has lingered hot flushes that are still waking her up during the night."


"I am 50 and had 2 heart attacks and 2 strokes. I cannot take any statins because of leg cramps. I have been on Livalo for 18 months my cholesterol is 183 from 329 I love it. It took the place of 4 different medicines that caused a mal-absorption problem. I go through patient assistance program but was told Lilly care doesn't carry it any more."


"It help me to get back the control over my life!!!"


"Worst birth control I have ever had. It was also my first birth control I had ever tried. I was super emotional and super depressed. Cried over everything..so not like me. I gained a ton of weight. I am physically fit person who likes to exercise and this birth control was so not for me. My breasts always hurt, super bloated and I felt exhausted... only good side effects were no pregnancy's and breasts grew larger."


"I have had Implanon for over a year and a half.  I like that you don't have to think about taking a pill every day, but the constant bleeding is terrible.  I bled the first 6 weeks after having it implanted, and was ready to have it removed.  The doctor told me to hang in and it would get better.  It got a little better.  I can have a normal period for a couple of months and then start the cycle of heavy bleeding every other week with spotting in between.  The doctor prescribed birth control pills to help, but why am I doubling my hormones. I've given up and am having it removed next week.  I think I'm going try one of the birth control pills with only 4 periods a year."


"I've been on levothyroxine for a week. I feel great! No depression no chills no flaky scaly skin and tons of energy! I was extremely tired throughout the day. Freezing even though it's summer in Seattle. Severe dry skin to the point of embarrassment. My hair recently started to thin on my crown area. My legs had extreme cramping to the point I couldn't sleep at night. The most traumatic experience is my recent heart palpitations and dizziness feeling fatal during each episode. Now with all these symptoms... I decided medicine that causes hair loss outweighs the thought of dying young (39)- I will post another update seeing how it's only a week into it- so far- most energy I've felt in years, not cold at all, and no irregular palpitations."


"Very expensive,  $55 co-pay and I have been using this exactly as directed for 1 month on my pinky toe with absolutely ZERO results. My toenail looks exactly the same. There is no way the FDA has tried this out, probably fake results sent in by the makers of this medication.  Too many people are saying the same thing about this medication not working! It's time for a investigation into the matter."


"This is awful!!! I should've read the reviews first!! I was uncomfortable with the yi,  but I was functioning daily, this thing has me laying here holding my crotch begging for the painful uncomfortable itch and burn to tgo away! I just put it in 2hours ago. , I got what I could of the "egg" out,  I hope this at least has some effect for the better so my fire  vag wasn't for nothing! Awful experience,  won't be doing this again! I paid an expensive amount of money I feel for pure torture!!!"


"it is important to know medications affect everyone differently

 Your genetic chemical makeup is not the same as sue or bill. FYI you are encouraged to drink lots of water when taking Bactrim not everyone will have the same symptoms it is a sulfa drug so if you have an allergy to Sulfa drugs then you might want to tell your doctor let him know and they can prescribe you something else only thing I've had symptom wise with bactrim is a headache  and ibuprofen will normally help with the body aches and headache but if you are having any adverse reaction it's a good idea to let your physician or pharmacy know. Zofran is good for nausea and benedryl may be effective with hives or rash but if you have any concerns please consult a medical profes"


"I always read these but never put on my own thoughts.

I'm a 27 year old female with 2 young beautiful girls, and a very loving husband. It all sounds so perfect but my mood is far from that. I've been suffering silently with depression for years but only spoke to my doctor 6 months ago.

50mg made me worse, my mood was lower than before, shakes, heart palpitations etc but after a week, all side effects stopped but my mood was still lower than ever.

Upped too 100mg, felt slightly better. Upped again to 150mg still felt better but then all of a sudden my depression got so much worse than it has ever been. Now on 200mg, still feel so low & down & zombified.

Can't make decisions, just numb. "


"No bad side-effects, but did not eliminate my DF infection!"


"I got my implant April of 2016 I have to tell you that even though I don't have headaches or cramps I have to tell you that my mood swings have been all over the place I don't like being up and down constantly depressed crying angry paranoid anxious. I know my body well enough that I'm not that way only when I am on my period due to hormones. Not to mention that since I have had the implant when I get my period it is so long it's annoying - I have it for months on end I am currently on it for a month and week now. Every time I get it the times that it stops are different there was times where it would be for 2 weeks then stop for a week then come back and stop after 2 months then start back up again for 3 months its bad will be taking it out"


"No no no.  A piece of copper implanted into your body? I had it in for 1 month. In that time, I felt like I was always about to have a period, I never had cramps before. I experienced anxiety, racing thoughts, repetitive thoughts, empty feelings, extreme anger and resentment, extremely itchy labia and skin, tremoring vision, nausea, headaches, terrible back pain, sharp joint pains, ear aches, sadness, and the worst TOTAL LOSS OF SEX DRIVE. Also vaginal dryness. I basically couldn't feel myself on the inside. The stress of unplanned pregnancy is easier to deal with than this. Anything that causes this as it "settles in" is just messed up. Just because the side effects may go away doesn't make it OK. It's your body numbing out to this hideous device."


"After suffering from year-round allergies and rhinitis all of my life, I finally got serious about treatment after the birth of my first child. Although I had taken nasal sprays in the past, I was never consistent. Now, I use fluticasone nasal twice daily and nearly ALL of my nasal allergy symptoms have subsided. I would definitely recommend for anyone suffering the same."


"Took this medication recommended by my doctor for hyper tension.  Prescribed 10mg once a day.  The second night of taking this ACE inhibitor I ended up in the E.R.  The first night I took it I felt funny but figured this was a normal because my body was trying to adjust.  That night I woke from a dead sleep and couldn't catch my breath.  I passed out and woke up to my girlfriend (God bless her heart) shaking me.  All I know is it really scared me and made me question a lot of things about my health choices and life.  No one I love will be taking this medication.  I feel like I could have died but know my body's safeguard mechanism kept me alive.  Do not take."


"I got Lilletta inserted in Oct 2015 which was pretty painful.Since then my experience has been very disappointing and nothing at all like what my doctor said it would be. I was advised that my periods would shorten and they havent. I kid you not I have had non stop brownish discharge everyday since Ive gotten it inserted with the exception of a day or two here and there. When the discharge stops I then get my period. Period ends back to discharge. My doctor has prescribed Prempro to supplement and hasnt helped at all. Im beyond livid. Its ruining my life to constantly have to worry about the discharge. The doctor offers no explanation besides your body is rejecting it. Needless to say Ill be looking to take it out ASAP. Its July now."


"The real problem I had and still do is dosing. I started out on 150mg twice a day and found it too much at first. GP reduced dose to 75mg three times a day and 1 x 75mg when needed. That is my current dose and the side effects are worth it based on the fact that I've had painful neuropathy in both my feet and lower legs. The breakthrough pain was the main issue I was having trouble with and DID NOT want any more narcotics than I currently take...60mg. MS Contin x 24hours and 2 Statex when required per 24 hours. It can mess with your head a little like feeling like you are a bit spaced out. Works wonderfully and I hope I don't build a tolerance. "


"While I can definitely say that it changed my life for the better, it just wasn't enough. And yet, it made me sluggish. I know that sounds paradoxical... it was like I really didn't want to do anything at all, but my head was still racing. I still talked too fast, I still couldn't sleep... it just wasn't enough. It slowed my body, I think, but not my mind."


"If you take the recommended dose it will work gently and effectively in about 6 hours. I use it whenever needed, pleasant taste and no cramps. I have found this to be the best laxative. A word of caution, don't take much more than directed; the first time I ever used this I wasn't wearing my glasses and didn't notice the markings on the side of the dosage cup. I mistakenly thought it said 4 cups rather than 4 tablespoons on the label. That meant I took 4 times more than recommended. That wasn't all- I also didn't notice it was the concentrated stuff-twice as strong. therefore it amounted to 8 times the regular dose. It started working 2 hours later and I spent most of the day and the next day in the bathroom."


"This worked great for me for about a year until I saw my acne come back and the medication stopped working so I had to switch back to a different antibiotic"


"Used a sample tube for a month -  cleared up bumps and skin tone was more even. Also my skin stopped itching. Got a prescription and will be using everyday. Hoping I get to the point where I only need very little to no makeup to cover up the redness."


"I have debated writing a review or my experience but after much thought I decided that women need to know about when it doesn't work as well as when it does work. My husband and I are married with two beautiful children and just 6 months after my 2nd child was born my hubby and I had unprotected sex, in the heat of the moment. The next morning I took plan b and we went on with our lives. Due to me breastfeeding still and not yet getting a period, I didn't think anything about not having a period. It was 6 weeks later and I was pregnant. I learned that if you are ovulating or have ovulated, plan b does not work! Be careful ladies!"


"Addition to my original post: Started on 1/19/2017 5'4" 18 yr. old female weighing 168 lbs. Always been a little overweight and decided to make a change. It is now 2/17/2017 and have lost 7 lbs. so I now weigh 161. I got those results with a semi-strict diet and working out frequently (about 5-6 days a week). I don't have a ton of weight to lose so it hasn't melted off as fast as others but it definitely works! Just have extreme dry mouth. I would recommend this to anyone serious about losing weight. Will update again in a month. ***3/17/17 *** now weigh 154.6, total weight loss of 14 lbs. in two months. This month will be my last month bc my body fat and bmi will most likely be back in normal range"


"I started on 10mg of Lexapro and thought I'd struck gold with how much it improved my quality of life - I was only surviving before on Zoloft, but with Lexapro I felt alive for the first time in decades. Unfortunately, after a couple of years I found the effects started to wear off, so I went up to 20mg. Same thing happened again - felt fantastic , but after a couple of years the effects started wearing off again. I tried Cymbalta - no good for me, then tried Pristiq 50mg, then 100mg then 150mg. No good for me either. I've gone back to Lexapro again - have worked my way up to 20mg in the last 2 weeks, and am feeling so much better for it. If the effects wear off again I'll go up to 30mg Lexapro. It's the best one I've found for me so far."


"I have only been on for a month and I have mood swings, breast tenderness, horrible cramps, food cravings, no period, and I'm always tired like winded tired"


"I started using the NR about 4 months ago. The first month of use brought me the worst deep pimples I have ever had, not just on my face, but also on my breast. It sucked, but my vagina finally had good levels of estrogen.  Aside from the pimples and dizziness, I was feeling better for longer. Sex didn't hurt and NR didn't have any effect on sex. Now my skin is even, and I no longer get migraines. Periods are short, easy and light. Win Win!"


"I'm 18 and have been taking Adderall XR 30mg for 10 years now. When I take it, I can focus on school work and my job and actually succeed. I like being able to do well in school and work but lately the side effects have seemed to intensify like crazy. I'd always experienced the loss of appetite but now the sweating, anxiety and depression are all starting to wreck havoc on my life. I'm not sociable at all when I'm on this medication. I feel like I'm more of a robot. And if I get distracted for a second and start something else, I will focus on that instead of getting my work done. I've tried other medications in the past but none do the job like Adderall. "


"DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT!  My 15 year old son is light-skinned, blonde and blue eyed and tends to flush(German descent).  This bothered him, so we spoke to his dermatologist and she prescribed Mirvaso.  He was so excited to try it and applied it thinly over his face.  Within 20 minutes his skin was deathly pale with mottling at the edges and around his eyes.  He looked terrible.  Within 10 hours, his face started turning an angry red as if he had been slapped repeatedly.  He then started feeling faint.  I took him to the med clinic and the doctor there prescribed steroids to reduce inflammation and Benadryl.  We are still waiting anxiously for his handsome face to return to normal.  This is after ONE use."


"Ambien was very dangerous for me. I was prescribed 10mg for about 5 years. One night I took 1 right before bed like I always had and woke up the next morning with vomit all over my house and an empty pill bottle on my night stand. I took a heap 10mg of Ambien and had zero memory of doing this. It absolutely terrified me. I now take 100mg of doxepin and sleep through the night without a hangover in the morning. Use Ambien with caution. If you have any worries please try to find something else."


"I thought I was having anxiety until I spoke to my doctor and found out my birth control was the problem. For the last year every month around my period I would get very emotional. If I would drink around that time it would make it worse like really bad. Out of control. It was starting to affect my relationship with my boyfriend. I thought I had anxiety but not all the symptoms match. I spoke to my doctor and she immediately had me take the patch off. I will go on the pill once I have my period again. "


"I've been on Tri-Sprintec for two months. I took this medication to help with my extremely painful periods. I used to have debilitating periods every month but since taking this medication, I've had very little or no pain during my period. I didn't even need to use Ibuprofen.

I have not gained weight on this pill.
I have acne and the pill didn't reduce it so that sucks.
My main side effect of this pill is fatigue. I've had a ton of fatigue since taking this but I feel like it's been getting better.  My breasts before taking this pill was 36C, I feel like my breasts have grown 2 sizes up which is unfortunate for me.

It's normal to feel nauseous when starting this pill. I take this pill after I eat dinner so I feel that it helps with that"


"Before I started taking Effexor I would get severely depressed, anxious and my brain wouldn't stop. I have been on Effexor now for 4 weeks and I feel good.I don't feel so anxious or down on myself. Even people around me have commented and they don't know I am taking pills. The side effects I do feel are as follows: Nausea (went away after 2 weeks), loss of appetite, no sexual desire, and blurred vision. Sounds like a lot..but I'd rather deal with these issues then on a constant downward spiral."


"I was once you, anxiously reading reviews for Lexapro. I began getting severe anxiety and mild depression and my doctor recommended 10mg of Lexapro. I have never liked taking drugs, but I felt like it was my only choice.

The first 2-3 weeks my experience worsened. Every side effect you could have, I had. Drowsiness, sleep problems, nausea, vomiting, decreased libido, constant yawning, the list goes on. However it started to lighten up every week. By Week 6, every side effect was gone.

11 months later and I'm still on 10mg and I can't explain how much my life has improved over the past year. My life is back. I'm happier than ever and enjoying every aspect of life again. It may be hard at the start, but it's worth it. I believe in you! peace"


"Really works"


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Tastes like bad cough medicine but doable...very effective at eliminating whatever is in its way.  Be prepared to play games or watch Netflix on the toilet for 8 hrs and use two rolls of paper....I am writing this while still going!"


"Took propranolol ER 80 mg before bedtime for the first time and woke up significantly calm and rested and my blood pressure went down to 129/79 versus 140/89 with a 30 day average.  We'll see how it goes the next 30 days.  At least I do not feel the need for a Valium this morning."


"Unlike all the other comments I have read, I work at night and drive a Truck for a living. I go to work at Midnight and drive all night and into the next day. I heard about Nuvigil and went to my Doctor and he prescribed it to me. Of course the insurance company wanted an explanation to pay for it. I haven't had much success with it, I guess because I only take it when I have a long night ahead of me. It has worked well for me about 1 out of 5 times. I will be talking to my Doctor and see if I need to take it everyday. But, with my schedule, shift work that varys and reversing my schedule when I am not working at night on my days off, is really different than most of what I have read on here. Maybe I need to find me a day job!"


"I am a Dutchman (82), living in The Hague. My Post herpetic neuralgia dates from about 3 months ago. My physician prescribed 3 kinds of tablets (tramadol, carbamazepine and paracetamol) which gave relief to some extent. Thereupon I searched "PHN" on internet and found capsaicin and, on this website. I asked for an additional prescription of capsaicin (0.075 %) which I now apply 4 times a day. I feel 90% back to normal and I too can say: Got my life back!"


"I had a series of 3 injections of orthovisc in both of my knees last year and they worked great!! Pain relief after 3 weeks which lasted 3 full months. Same time of year I decided to get another series of injections, this time they did not do a thing for me. Actually I believe it made it quite worse! It's been over 6 weeks since my last shot, I've still yet to see anything beneficial this time around...."


"I was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. I was started on Mirapex, after 3 weeks of therapy I had to stop due to severe side effects: auditive hallucinations, nausea, peripheral edema, muscle pain, vivid dreams and the worst, difficulty sleeping having the need to get up and move constantly.

I'm sure that this is a very good medication but I couldn't tolerate the side effects"


"I'm on Day 10 with this medication and am already seeing significant improvements in my psoriasis! My doctor told me it may take a month or more to see any change so this is a pleasant surprise.
I had read about the side effects and was expecting the first while to be rough but man! I can't keep anything down and the diarrhea is unreal! I've found Aspirin helps the headaches, so those aren't so bad. I've lost 8 pounds since I started Otezla which is a bonus but I wouldn't say it's the best diet plan I've ever been on...
I'm hoping the side effects subside as my body gets used to the medication and I'm very hopeful to see more improvements in my psoriasis!"


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"I've lost 30 pounds in 35 days. I only experience a bit of trouble sleeping, but what I love about this medicine is the absolute aversion it inspires to anything with fat or sugar in it.  Love this medication.  It's changed my life."


"Overall this is a pretty good pill. The only side effect I have had is hyperactivity. Weird... I know. I feel like I can pick up a building. It's given me restless legs but now I love to exercise! Especially jogging. I've lost almost 15lbs in the first 2 months, which makes me happy because I was about 35lbs over weight. I take it at night, so of course I can't sleep until it hits around 4-5am. But I do wake up feeling as if I went to bed at 9pm. I love it! M y boyfriend has noticed my increased sex drive but he's okay with it. Definitely a better alternative to coffee and soda. I never crash either, which has made me a lot happier. But I wish I could sit down without having to CONSTANTLY shake my legs."


"Work ok. Longer time to kick in but not a terrible crash. The yellow 20s work the best for me. I never knew what was wrong with me until I was diagnosed at 25(30 now). Overall they do the job"


"The Implanon worked great for me. Kept my periods regular for about 6 months then they started slowing down. After the first year my periods completely stopped! I didn't gain any weight. I get cramps once in awhile but that's about it and I never once got pregnant on it! I would so recommend this to someone! I love it."


"Been on this medication for a year, no side effects. I've tried a bunch this one is my favorite!"


"Just wanna say Demerol is the best pain reliever I've ever taken. I received in the ER through IV. I have Crohn's disease and it worked better then anything else I was given."


"I  have been on  Lutera  for a few years now.  I  could not be happier with the results! I  noticed after the first few packs my period was diminishing.  After about 4  months I  had no period at all:  no spotting,  no  bleeding,  no pms,  no cramps,  no  mood swings. I  took several pregnancy tests over the next few months because I was scared that I didn't get a period.  But I  was never pregnant!

 So after all this time I'm still having no period and no PMS  symptoms. I  have to explain everytime I  go to the doctor why I can't put an answer on the question " when was the last date of your menstrual cycle?"

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"Excellent"


"This medication was God awful to me. I was on Lexapro for 3 years when they suddenly switched me to Effexor while slowly weaning me of the Lexapro. The first few days were hell. I couldn't sleep for more than a few hours each night and became irritable and physically ill because of it. When I finally did sleep and wake up I had one of the worst panic attacks I've ever experienced in my life. It was to the point where my family and I were afraid I would need to be hospitalized. I will NEVER EVER TAKE THIS DRUG AGAIN. I had only been taking it for 3 weeks when I had the horrible panic attack, the worst one I've ever experimeced and which the meds were supposed to be helping me with, and I am back on 20 mg of Lexapro."


"10 years on this bc pill and I had to have surgery to remove a 5cm & 2cm cyst on my right ovary that was causing it to twist. fast forward a year and the same thing may be happening again."


"Desiccated thyroid extract = works
Cytomel   Synthroid = works
Synthroid/T4 only thyroid medicines = DO NOT WORK
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"I have been on the depo shot for about 5 years now.  It has been amazing not having a period for 5 years, no cramps, spotting or anything.  After I got my first shot, I did have my period for a few months and it was heavy.  Once that passed I never had a period again. I would really recommend the shot to anyone. Downsides- it costs me about $60 every three months because my insurance doesn't cover it, it also may have caused me to gain weight, but I can't be sure of that."


"I enjoy sport fishing. most of the time about 3 to 4 days out at sea on a 30footer boat which could rocks severally during storms. to help myself from being seasick/motion-sickness I frequently take 1 NOVOMIT pill every 8-9 hourly. I am in my mid 40s and I felt the pills do really help. it would cost abt USD$4 per box/8pills from pharmacy. hope these information is useful."


"This medicine works fast and it is the best I have had so far for acute cluster headache. Highly recommended."


"I have been on Alesse 21 for three years. When I started taking it I realized I snapped way easier then usual. But my period is now super predictable and much more mild. I went off it briefly and lost about ten pounds and had a ton more energy, so I believe it causes me to be a little lazy.  Even with that I find it fairly reliable."


"63 yr old male with diabetes. I have 8 heart stents and after the last had trouble controlling my high blood pressure and pulse average 160/110 with a pulse of 110. I took Bystolic 5 mgs for the first time this afternoon from samples from my doctor. I was feeling better until I noticed someone on this forum mention diabetes. My normally controlled diabetes was 300! I haven't hit this high in over 15 years. Some part may be attributed to the fact that I just got a steriod shot in my back, but 300 is way high for me. My A1C is usually 6.8. "


"It helped with my anxiety, but to the point that I didn't care and started taking risks. I had major mood swings, was full of rage and started self harming again for the first time in decades. I've had to be weaned off it to start another medicine."


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"The following problems occur when taking Eliquis:
First I want to mention that I am also on Sotalol since 2008 (taken alone no side effects) 80mg am and 40mg pm.  It seems as if most drugs that i try out have an effect on the Sotalol although the register says that there is no inteaction between those drugs. Beside it runs in the family that most of us (3) have a problem with almost any drug
Eliquis:  headache, restless heartbeat,  perspiring, dizziness and physical instability, general weakness and shaky legs,etc.
Generally unhappy"


"I have had pretty severe CIU for a couple of years now.  Before the Xolair, I was taking cyclosporine BID, plaquenil BID, allegra BID, ranitidine BID (and other various doses and combinations of antihistamines to no avail), prednisone PRN (whenever I developed angioedema, which was a few times/month), and I was about 50% controlled (once or twice daily, mild to moderate outbreaks with severe outbreaks about 1x/week).  I was able to add Xolair last June.  It took a few months and I have not been able to get off any of my other medications, but I am at >90% control.  I feel like I have my life back. =)  I am still hoping I will be able to get off some of this other stuff, but at least I feel normal again."


"I tried writing my story but that was too many characters, so here's the pros and cons. Pros: a lot less hassle than a pill, free with insurance, very predictable periods (about 3 days after I would take the ring out)

Cons: it felt like it was slipping out all the time after a couple months(which it was), my boyfriend could feel it during sex, and the biggest con/ the reason I stopped using it: depression. (i know that it was due to the pill because there were no other factors that would make me feel the way I did)"


"This medication is nothing short of a miracle for me. I have been suffering from debilitating postpartum depression (hospitalized for 3 months) for 7 months, and no combination of SSRI's/antipsychotics had worked for me until Abilify. After about 4 days I began feeling happier, less suicidal. I am on 2mg in the morning. Haven't noticed any real negative side effects. I almost feel "normal" for the first time in close to a year. Love this medication."


"This medication was completely useless for treating my bulimia or any symptoms associated with it."


"I have been taking Cozaar for high blood pressure for 16 years with no problems so far."


"Great Pain Reliever. This gets rid of my pain and makes me feel optimistic. I feel like I can finally live my life. Everyone should switch to this and enjoy pain relief with very few side effects."


"Problems with periods after going off Nuva ring. Irregular periods for over 6 months"


"I started with 20 mg and it was great but after 5h I felt that I lost effect of medicine. Doctor ordered 40 mg instead and I felt depressed. Instead i'm taking 20 mg elvanse   10/15 mg adderal. I have to say that this medicine is the best ever. Side effects are dry mouth and sleep problems and tired when medicine goes away from the body. If you don't eat and drink water you gonna feel bad, remember that. I recommend to take magnesium if you feel tension in your body  and vitamine c before you going to sleep ( it makes that medicine goes away faster from your body).
This medicine makes me focused, i do things properly done, likes to talk with other people and I feel so.. quite in my head. Before  tried ritalin and concerta, worst meds."


"I am extremely annoyed I was diagnosed with HSV when I was 8. For the past 18 years I've had breakouts on and off. First I was prescribed Famvir then Acyclovir. I haven't had a breakout in over two years. When I unexpectedly had this recent breakout my prescription was expired. I was advised to use Abreva. It stung but helped dry up the blister but made the swelling worse. When my prescription was filled the medicine did its job. However the Abreva burned my lip and I now have a visible scar on my upper lip. I will never again use Abreva"


"This pill is amazing. I was prescribed it for PCOS and as a birth control. After having a terrible experience with the nuva ring, I was nervous to try any other form of birth control. While the first 3 months were rough in terms of moodiness and mild acne, it's all seemed to have leveled out and I couldn't be happier. No decrease in libido (probably has increased, actually), no weight gain (I've actually lost 15 lbs since I started, but I've been dieting too), increased breast size ~1/2 cup), regular periods with significantly decreased flow and decreased cramping. Hardly any acne ever now and my pms seems ton better. Everyone is different, but this pill seems like magic to me!"


"I started taking humira in 2008 8), I had Psoriasis on over 90% of my body. I cleared 100% after a few months also while using topicals. Now , it doesn't work at all and I'm flaring up and getting psoriasis in places I never had it. My doctor even added Otezla which works like the humira but is a pill. Still I'm flaring up, I'm switching to a new medication I pray it works."


"My experience with this medicine is positive especially since my recent dose increase. Before, getting up in the morning was hard."


"I started on 10mg of Trintellix after a short stint of being drug free.  Previously on 10mg of Cipralex.   10mg of Trintellix didn't give any relief from anxiety and very little if any help for depression.  I moved up to 20mg and nothing.  On to 30mg now for about 5 days.  I will give it a another couple of days and then back to Cipralex if it fails.   Apparently Trintellix has been under dosed by many GP's.   New drug, what can you do?"


"Diphenhydramine definitely calms down my muscles and helps with any antipsychotic induced akathesia at night. Great for sleep as well and helps me stay in bed in the mornings, but I'm able to get up early if I need to."


"Probably the best Ointment I have ever used. I used to use Hydrocortisone but my Doctor took me off it due to the risk of atrophy. All I can say is my face is remarkably different compared to a year ago thanks to Protopic. It's safe to use too. I'm at the 12 month mark now so will need to see a Dermatologist soon to decide on using it long term but I really hope I never have to stop using it!"


"I have been on different medications for the past year to treat overactive bladder. I would also be unable to make it to the toilet before I needed to empty my bladder. I have been on Vesicare for 3 days. Fantastic, I cannot believe the difference. No more embarrassing moments, I am dry all day and night. I can make it to the toilet in time. I am no longer waking up throughout the night needing the toilet. No side effects also which I found with all the other medication I have tried. I was considering surgery but I don't think i will need to have surgery now."


"Read reviews on this site before I took the plunge. Cold is good; so is slice of lemon to suck on. I do not recommend the straw, as liquid is carried to the back of the tongue where all you can taste is foul. If you chug it, at least there is a slight bit of sweetish aftertaste. It worked fine, but I purposely did not eat much bulk for two days before the procedure. Nothing tasted good for about 24 hrs afterward. The cranberry juice and ginger ale they gave me after the procedure reminded me too much of the prep. You might be better off sticking to water in recovery."


"Been on Vyvanse for 3 years, Adderral XL, & Adderral for another 3 years with limited success. I take a lot of other medications for mania & am always tired in addition to lacking focus...for the first time in years I can watch a movie, read a book, make it through multitasking a workday. Maybe this is what normal is meant to feel like--a world without yawns and easy distractions?  Have I truly found a way to make it through a two hour movie? I think a new chapter in my life just opened..."


"I had 3 injections in 3 weeks. That was two and a half months ago. I have gotten not one ounce of relief. Doc gave me prednisone today hoping it will give me a boost."


"56 yr old female. 6 weeks of humira no change at all :/  still using clobetasol and hydrocortisone along with it no change :("


"Took it via IV for five days in hospital for diviculitus infection,temperature dropped in a day and inflammation  decreased.

But had to take two more courses after being discharged to fully clear the infection

I found the sickness and nausea very harsh and felt very weak when on it,surprisingly it didn't upset my stomach

Side effects cleared very quickly a few days after stoping it,I would rather take this than the dangerous alternative cipro.So would probably take again even though the side effects were difficult"


"Epiduo is honestly the best. I was discouraged the first few months due to my face breaking out worse, having senstive, red, dry patchy skin but it is worth it. The clarity of my skin after using this is refreshing I'm 20 and I've been using it since I was 18. Currently I just use it for spot treatment whenever I have mini break outs!"


"I had a positive experience with prepopik; the best thing about this style of prep is its allowance for the patient to consume fluids that appeal to her.   Although getting the concentrate down in 5ozs or so is mildly unpleasant, it has a fizz to it and could be worse.  It took 2.5 hours after ingestion for me to start passing stool, so I was mildly concerned that the prep wouldn't work for me, but I went on to have diarrhea for a few hours, slept most of the rest of the night, and followed the same pattern for the early morning dose, and produced only clear yellow liquid within four hours of the morning dose in time for my procedure.

All in all, a positive experience, and I also included white wine in the evening "clear liquids"."


"I was in a motor vehicle accident in 07 and had a crushed vertebrae and herniated disc. I was prescribed Norco and it works very well. Its the only thing I can use that works."


"I love Yaz! I was first put on it 2 years ago to help get rid of my acne and within the first 3 months my skin started clearing and have been acne free since. It did make me put on a little bit of weight but zero mood swings and no change to my sex drive. My periods have become a lot lighter and last shorter days (usually 3-4 days) I highly recommend this pill but the only downside is you do have to take it everyday"


"After 20 years in denial, I could not take the agony any longer. This is the only medication that's ever helped me. I don't take it everyday, only for those occasions feeling "it" coming on.

There were times I could not even venture out of my office at work or perform simple tasks; went by ambulance twice for symptoms of a "heart attack"; nothing wrong with my heart. Driving a car on the expressway for any distance was impossible. Finally a doctor prescribed Klonopin about 2 years ago. There's no way I'd take this 3x daily, just as needed maybe 2-3 days a week.

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"Hello I have been on klonoin 0.50 and an antidepressant  for 17 years it saved me from my panic attacks. A year ago I lost my husband tragicially he was only 38 and recently the antidepressants stopped working and I have just upped the klonopin to 1.5 mg to stop the attacks.  I have tried 4 different antidepressants and they have done nothing but give me horrible side effects.  Although klonopin is addicting it also has given me my life and help me get through the roughest time of my life."


"Alendronate70mg once a wk for 5 wks. Startd feeling very sick. Bad abdominal pain..heartburn..extreme nausea..feel like vomitting. Horrible pains in left thigh. Weird feeling in throat. Headaches daily. Bloated feeling. Abdominal pains everytime I eat and hunger pains extreme. Just total overall sick feeling. Went to ER..Ultrasound fine. Gastro set up appt for upper GI. Hoping ulcer wasn't form or any other damage.Hoping this pill will get outa system soon. Can not handle feeling nauseous all the time. Will never take this pill again. Input?"


"I seem to have quite a different experience. The bad things about it is that I have been on my period constantly for 7 months. Everyday. But I also have never had acne, gained weight or anything like that. I have kind of been moody but not too bad. The insertion wasn't painful at all just a little sore afterwards. The only down fall would be is having a period for that long. It's horrible. But I'm not pregnant or anything so I recommend it."


"I was given this for UTI and Sinusitis at the same time!  After 2 doses I felt a little relief but woke up in the middle of the night itching on the palms of my hands, bottoms of my feet and knees and elbows!  My hands were also swelling after the 4 th dose so I quit taking it.  Still had the infection and pain after 4 doses!"


"Hello I started sAxenda June 19,2017 been on it for about two weeks now I dropped 8 pounds from 259lb to 251lb . I am at 1.2 right now and I feel absolutely great. I didn't get to nauseous or anything.  I m hoping to drop 20lb by the end of this month and lucky me my insurance pays for it nothing  out of my pocket"


"34 yo; overweight; pcos: I went to the doc for bc because my pcos was causing abnormal bleeding again. I wasn't prescribed a combo pill because I've had migraine before and was assured Nora-Be would stop the prolonged bleeding I was experiencing. Nope. My flow increased dramatically on day 3, I've had stronger cramps than I've ever experienced before, my whole body is swollen (feet and legs especially), my mood and energy has plummeted, and my frustration has increased After much research I've discovered that the progestin norethindrone is the worst kind for pcos."


"lowered my cholestrol 70 points in 3 months - normal for the first time in my life! 56 yr old female"


"I'm 16 and have been on fluoxetine at 40mg for about 8 months now. It works amazingly for me. I don't break down every night and I don't sleep for 15  hours anymore. I still have this weird feeling in me that kind of misses the way I was before the medicines, but I don't think that has to do with my medication. I do have one side effect though, I have had tremors in my hands for about 5 months."


"I have been on this patch for a little under two weeks now and I just took the thing off tonight due to some serious side effects I was receiving. I haven't slept for 3 nights, even on 10MG of Melletonin and  my anxiety medication which normally knock me right out when I'm having a bad night. I have been completely exhausted and fatigued. Then today, I felt nauseated all day and then started chest pains on my left side that went from tolerable to severe throughout the day. I finally decided to look up the side effects of the patch on drugs.com and found everything I was feeling in the list. So I ripped that thing off, and not even an hour later I have felt 90% better. Better than I have in days. 1/10 would not try again."


"The patches work great. No itching or other side effects to my skin. Only downfall to the product is the patches are not waterproof & come off after being exposed to water.  Plus even after washing my skin with alcohol, I still need to put tape over the patch to keep on for the day. Great product otherwise."


"I had Implanon inserted in May 2010 and I have been very happy with it. Before Implanon I had been using Depo Provera for nearly 10 years and loved it--no side effects, very easy, and no periods for the last 10 years or so, however with Depo I was at the point of osteoporosis at the age of 28, so my doctor recommended that I stop Depo. I wanted to find a birth control as similar as possible to the Depo, have no weight gain, and would continue to not have periods. So far everything has been great, and hopefully it will continue to work well."


"I have heardof this drug working well for others. However, I feel compelled to write my experience with this drug. I was given a four week supply of Lexapro by my doctor (10mg pills) because I had panic attacks two days in a row which I did not realize at the time was a result of over drinking. I ended up taking two pills total. The side effects I experienced were: EXTREME anxiety, nausea, headache, chest pains, cold sweats, sleeplessness, nervous energy, and just general mania. I was terrified that this would never go away. The side effects went away the fourth day after taking the second (and last) pill. That was however the worst and longest 4 days of my life. You WILL get through this!"


"I started taking 75 mg Effexor XR four weeks ago. I used to be extremely manic, impulsive, restless, aggressive, destructive, and all-around volatile. I'm back to being a bubbly, happy, normal twenty-year-old girl. I sleep soundly every night for 8-10 hours and wake to the alarm the first time it goes off (both are firsts in my life). I can concentrate in school, and I have hardly any anxiety. I do tire easily, and I have lost about 20 lb (I was a normal weight to begin with)."


"I have been taking this pill for 3 months and it has been great so far. My periods are lighter and I hardly have any cramping, when before they were horrible. (Really!) It has made me less moody during my periods, which my boyfriend finds amazing and it has also made the sex better in our relationship. Besides the slight weight gain, this pill has been exceptionally good to me and will continue to take it."


"Weight loss.   Glucose reduction , off insulin. Taking orals only."


"It's been almost 5 months on the mirena and I'm still having break through bleeding. I constantly have to be wearing a pad , day & night. All my under wear are ruined."


"This is an absolutely wonderful medication.  Xanax, along with 40mg of Prozac, has given me my life back.  No more insane panic attacks and no more not being able to sleep.  Take no more than what the doctor says to take in one day."


"Been using Patanol for years and it worked great until it seemed like my eyes were getting worse. I thought I had extremely dry eye and tried an eye lubricant. After using it for little more than a day, my eyes were bad. Itchy, burned, constantly watering, blurred vision, headaches and I realized That the Patanol recently had been doing the same things. I haven't used any eye drops for about 24 hours and although I still have symptoms, I'm just carefully wiping my eyes, and cold compresses help and trying to avoid anything that strains my eyes. Like typing this. I'm really happy with the Patanol, no problems at all until recently.  seeing all the symptoms of pinkeye.  Patanol is the best thing to treat. I just don't want to get worse again."


"I've been taking Invokana for 6 months, in addition to Metformin and Januvia. It did help me a little losing weight, but it definitely did help my daily blood sugar levels from 250 to 125 or less in the morning. I think it is really good and I'm glad my doctor prescribed it to me."


"It works every time on my arthritic neck, knees. "


"I took my first pill today. Spent the next 9 hours literally asleep or standing over the sink. Within one hour of taking it the nausea started, at 2 hours the dizziness and tiredness. I felt worse than when I had the full blown flu. STAY AWAY!! There are better, less toxic options!"


"I have been on many mood stabilizers over the yrs for bi-polar 1. I have stuck with Lamictal because it hasn't caused distressing side effects that are difficult to live with, such as tremors and restlessness."


"My boyfriend and I purchased Plan B in need of a emergency contraception. I had no side effects at all. Everything went smooth. I recommend this to anyone in an emergency fast need!"


"Severe allergic reaction I had tarry stools, severe diarrhea, stomach pain, weakness, itchiness."


"It worked for me.  I had sex with my boyfriend on May 14th approx. 2PM and the condom slipped off. This was also on the day of my ovulation (according to the calendar, not super accurate but I wanted to mention this fact).  I checked the condom after and there was no sign of semen.  We have gotten pregnant before, so I took plan by the next day, approx. 24-26 hours later.  Experienced side effects for one day a week later (dizziness, pulsating cramps, major crabbiness).  I got my period a week after that, one day early with a little heavier flow.  I would also like to mention that I am way over the supposed weight limit for this pill."


"Extreme fatigue, dark urine, yellow eyes, severe constipation."