"Took Ambien for years but noticed increased short term memory problems, so I switched to Belsomra. Not the same kind of sleep you experience with Ambien. Took about 10 days for me to get used to this one because of the difference. It more mimics how you used to feel when you naturally got sleepy, not a dopey kind of sleep. Also, if you don't sleep because you're an extremely anxious person, you will not find this one as effective. I don't sleep as sound on this one if I have a lot on my mind, worrisome things, versus I just can't sleep because I'm wondering if, for example, Tesla's ideas really will work :)"


"Nucynta is specifically targeted at chronic nerve pain, esp. diabetic neuropathic pain. Nucynta ER provides me with all day & night relief better than the hydrocodene taken previously. After 4 months on this drug I have not experienced any significant side effects."


"Excellent as long as I take it regularly. If I miss a dose I have heartburn right away. I wish there were some extended release form of this drug."


"I have never had kids and am not in a position to have kids any time soon. Mirena was a perfect solution. Having it inserted hurt like hell but only for a few seconds and then I had a good 2 months of on and off cramping but its been a year and a half and so far and I love it. I really don't get a period anymore which is amazing considering how heavy my periods were before. Best thing ever in my opinion."


"I've been on lexapro for the past 2 months for my bad anxiety, and it has helped tremendously. Before I was barraged with worrying thoughts day in and day out and no matter what I did, I couldn't escape them. Now I go through most days without any worry. When I do get an anxious thought, I can discard them fairly easily, in other words they don't "stick" anymore. I was also suffering from depersonalization, and this drug has significantly helped me with that by reducing my anxiety. The only downside is that the drug makes me fairly drowsy, but it isn't something I can't handle. I would greatly recommend this drug."


"I was 16 when I started depo and almost 18 when I stopped. I have always been very regular hormonally, my periods have always been around 3 days & fairly light with minor cramping. The first 2 shots (six months) were the worst -I experienced bad vaginal dryness which made intercourse painful, and the first & last period I had was horrible - heavy bleeding, kind of chunky, with severe migraine and cramps. After that everything seemed to smooth out. I stopped having my period, vaginal dryness went away, everything was very regular down there. The downside I experience was I began to exhibit severe depression as time went on. I lost 30 pounds, I went from 120 to 90 pnds in two years. Great birth control but I feel like it ruined me mentally :("


"Have had Barrett's esophagus for 15 years. After numerous other drugs, primarily Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid, my doctor changed me to Dexilant. It works much better than the rest. Prilosec and Nexium both caused headaches and diarrhea. Some say Dexilant is the same medicine, but I have no side effects at all while taking it. Last endoscopy showed Barrett's is mostly healed. Great results!"


"This drug is very affective but the side effects are kinda crappy!!! I would get stiffness in my neck and spasms in my back that were hard to deal with."


"I can't express enough how much Trintellix (VORTIOXETINE 20mg) has helped save my life and mind. There's not one antidepressant or depression medication I haven't taken. I've had all of them and never cured my chronic depression. I started to take nothing and gave up hope just wasting my time on a pill that was like a sugar pill ( basically). When abilify came out, it was all the hype and now it's generic. Abilify worked then stopped. That sucked terrible. Trintellix is just like the new abilify, extremely expensive and hard to get. A couple years, it will be just a regular medicine. It is a miracle in a pill, AND I AM BLUNT HONEST ABOUT ANY DRUG. If it's shit, I will say it, but they did this one right on key whoever designed it that is."


"I started taking Yaz BC pills when I was 16 Years old. I am now 18 and still taking them and they have been a MIRACLE!
When I was 16, I had LOTS of small, red acne all over my face, I tried and tried and tried with many topical creams to help reduce it and make them vanish, but nothing worked. (Although Benzyl Peroxide did help my acne on my forehead, but my cheeks/chin/mouth area was still horrible).
My doctor prescribed me Yaz, and it honestly was the best decision. I started noticing my pimples vanishing after the first month of taking it. The only downside about this pill for me is, I am now 18 and have horrible mood swings. I get mad at people for no reason, and cry over nothing. After 2 years, I am gonna take a break from taking it."


"After realizing how much weight I had gained over the course of the last year I was mortified, I'm in my early 40's, 5' 5" and weighed in at almost 190, I nearly cried. I got my blood work done and found that I am pre-diabetic and borderline anemic. So I talked with my provider and we agreed that this would be something we could try to help get my weight down. I'm  taking the 15mg and this is the morning of my second day and I have already lost 2.1lbs. Moderate exercise and overhauling my diet will hopefully aid my short term goal of 24 lbs, short term being by mid June. Feeling hopeful!!"


"As an adult with ADHD Concerta is the way to go. Focused and able to complete tasks. Although the lack of appetite and sleep come into play the time released 18mg work better for me then the 27mg...With 27 mgs I was tired and moody."


"I was given Lexapro about 11 days ago for my extreme anxiety. My situation is strange because this anxiety seemed to come out of no where and I was desperate for help. My doctor gave me Lexapro. I started feeling depressed, mainly because I saw that Lexapro is an antidepressant and my mind was playing tricks on me! Today I am feeling so much better and believe Lexapro has helped me. Only side effects have been a bit jittery and night sweats. If you are so desperate to get help for anxiety/depression WHO CARES about side effects. I recommend Lexapro and plan to stop taking it after being stable for a few months."


"After going through the PUVA, topicals, vitamin E, fish oil, dry skin lotions, both tanning under the sun and even meditation. The answer to my psoriasis has finally arrived after 10 years in the form of Stelara. I'm 47 years old, single, workout at the gym 2x a week and mountain bike every weekend. Two weeks after my first shot in June 2012, I saw improvement on my skin: the scales were flatter and I didn't itch as much, and my dry skin didn't seem to be dry as it was. My face and scalp had the most obvious clearing, that my hair stylist asked what shampoo I was using. When I came back for my next injection in July 2012, I was 90 per cent clear! Now I believe I am 100 per cent clear. So far no side effects. Thank you Stelara."


"I'm in my 3rd cycle and by the 1st cycle on the 3rd day some came off. I can't really tell if they are completely gone due  to the fact that on the 3rd cycle on the 2ND day on my last dose I notice that the lips of my vagina turn white and became really painful I'm really worried. now doctor said it became that way do to the medication having steroids."


"I've had Skyla since November 2014 and it was one of the best decisions I have ever made! I used to have painful, heavy periods, but now I spot for about 5 days each month, and only feel mild cramping on the first day (no medication necessary!) I don't even require tampons, anymore; pantiliners are more than enough!

The insertion was painful, but bearable. I took 2 Advil 2 hours before my appointment (I HIGHLY recommend this!) My boyfriend drove me home afterwards, even though I could have driven. I babysat that night, continued taking Advil every 6 hours (even if I wasn't in pain) for the next three days, and only experienced occasional cramping during the next 3 months. LOVE Skyla, I can't imagine EVER going back to the pill!"


"Have had too many side effects from Spiriva but Tudorza does not cause a problem and works better for me."


"I had the Nexplanon inserted almost 2 months ago. The insertion was practically 10 secs & painless. I was in place for about 2 weeks then I started spotting very lightly for only 3 weeks. I Haven't had any issues or a cycle thus far."


"I think Yaz is a good birth control pill overall. My doctor switched me to this pill b/c it is one of the lowest doses out there- I needed to go back on bc pills because I suffered from hot flushes as soon as I went off the pill. It took two weeks on Yaz to stop the hot flushes (I'm only 42, by the way) and I feel so much better. I do agree, however, that it does make me a little tired and I do have some headaches (during the period week)- but nothing like the monster headaches I got on some other brands. All in all-a good product. I will be on it as long as my doctor allows me to- hopefully to 50."


"Adding just 37.5mg of Effexor to my 15mg of Remeron had quite an impressive effect for my depression and anxiety. I titrated to 75mg and have stuck with that for several months with great results. This is the first medication that I feel has truly worked for me. (In the past, I've taken bupropion, hydroxyzine, propranolol, gabapentin). The combination with mirtazapine makes for almost a perfect synergy. I feel that I have achieved true therapy and healing since I started taking "california rocket fuel"."


"I have been on Lexapro for 4 and a half years now and it has saved my life-"


"My doctor said I have chronic constipation, since laxatives stopped working, fiber supplement, water  fruit  vegetables don't do anything to me. I had an entire bottle of Magnesium Citrate and didn't do anything to me. I was so miserable and constipated that I didn't know what to do anymore. My stomach looked like a big balloon and I had gas. My doctor gave me 4 bottles of Linzess 145 mcg/capsule. I took it and it works. I am so happy I found out about Linzess. The first few days the Bowel Motion was watery, but now it looks better. Its the best to take it early in the morning as someone already said with a tall glass of water, and within an hour you will go. I am so happy to know about Linzess and I hope it keeps doing miracles to me. Recommended."


"Personally, taking 600mg. orally bid (or tid if symptomatic) for allergic bronchitis has reduced overall severity of seasonal exacerbations.

  Have recommended it to others with chronic sinus or respiratory conditions where it's indicated, and most of the time, reports are very favorable.

  A safe older drug that is largely neglected in the U.S.

  Recent trial in China showed decreased hospitalizations in persons with COPD who are maintained on N-acetylcysteine."


"So far so good, no side effects other than a bit of nauseousness. I did the quick start method, meaning I didn't start either I the day of my period or on the first Sunday after my period. I have no idea if that makes you get less side effects. Nevertheless, I followed the instructions used backup for 1 week. After that didn't use a condom anymore' so I'm hoping it's effective !!!"


"I'm 5ft nothing, weighed 155.4 when I started.I tried dieting, exercising&weight watchers&kept gaining weight. I was proscribed Adipex Nov 18th, 2015 & the lbs started falling off. I took the whole pill & felt anxious & shaky for about 3 hrs &after that, no bad symptoms. I took it for 2 months& lost 26lbs. I stayed off for a month & I didn't gain a single lb back. After a month off, I got back on, instructions from the doc when I first started& by the 1st wk,I lost 5lbs. I have 10 days left & I am at 118.Goal weight is 115. Adipex changed my life & Losing 30+lbs in 3 months...amazing. I would recommend it to anyone! Also, it is not expensive at all, with or without insurance!"


"I had a very bad reaction to Dyazide for high blood pressure.  After 3 days, I was overwhelmed by disorientation, heart palpitations, muscle cramps in my feet and legs, dizziness, and nausea.  Although I was drinking a great deal of water, I was found to be severely dehydrated with electrolyte imbalance."


"I had paragard place last March, 2016. I had cramps in between periods the whole time. And 6 months later I started getting anxiety/panic attacks. So bad that driving was difficult. I didn't realize it was my paragard until my physician ask what is making you feel this way? Any stress? Anything different. Then it dawned on me. My IUD was the only thing that was different. I personally don't recommend getting one. So happy I got it removed today. I already feel better and more importantly like myself again."


"Fantastic, I have not observed any side-effects.  I have had anxiety all my life in association with bipolar II.  Propranolol helps me with performance anxiety such as giving presentations, or if I have a stressful job ahead of me it allows me to remain calm so that I can carry out the tasks."


"First of all, I started taking birth control when I was 17. I started to regulate and lighten my period. I took Yaz for a year. No problems. After I turned 18, my insurance dropped me so I went to a women's clinic and was given six months of the Ortho. I have been taking it for four months now, and once this pack is gone, I'm done. The side effects are HORRIBLE. I have no drive for sex. I'm moody, I cry constantly. My period is heavy and unpredictable. It also lasts forever. I haven't gotten pregnant (we use condoms as well though), but that's the only plus. My relationship is at stake here because of a pill."


"Caused me to do things and not remember afterwards...I would be cautious while first taking this medication."


"My anxiety is so much under control now."


"Ever since an accident 2 years ago, I've had horrible muscle spasms and pain in my back/shoulders that plague me almost 24 hours a day. Flexeril made me so groggy and drowsy during the day that I couldn't take it. My doctor has now prescribed Soma and I feel relief without the marked drowsiness I had with other muscle relaxants, even with taking it 3 x a day."


"Update - I have been using the inhaler and been smoke free for 4 months.  The inhaler was very useful the 1st couple months in managing the hand to mouth habit.  It does not have the same enjoyable sensation of taking a drag, but it is an adequate substitute.  Although I never used the recommended dosage, for the last month I have only been using 2 to 3 cartridges a week and those are more in an attempt to prevent me from eating than a need for nicotine.  One thing that has really been a benefit is the reduced stress of travel as I no longer need to worry about when I can have my next cigarette!"


"I suffer from severe panic attacks. The primary symptoms being racing heartbeat, inability to think and sweating.  When an attack happens, it comes on rapidly, and often during important work situations.  I have been on Buspirone for approximately 3 months.  The first two months I was taking 10 mg two times a day.  Once at 9:00 a.m. and another at 2:00 p.m.  At this dosage, I would still get panic attacks but the severity was not as great.  So, when I have an attack, my heart races less, my mind is less cloudy and the sweating not as dramatic.  My doctor tells me this is due to the dosage, which we have changed today to 15 mg two times a day, on the same time schedule.   My hope is that this change will have the desired effect."


"It always helps me out. I just had plastic surgery and it helped out a great deal."


"With all the blood pressure medications I've taken over the last 15 years, specifically beta blockers, Bystolic has been the best match for me. I was originally placed on beta blockers to control the rate of my heart since I have PSVT's, which also increased my BP during those episodes. While I do work nights, I have gained weight since taking beta blockers. With Bystolic I do feel less tired and able to keep moving, climb stairs easier, my weight gain has stopped. My BP is usually 120's/70-80. The cons of this drug, and to be fair, all beta blockers, I have horrendous nightmares. I have to take a sleeping pill, Lunesta, for that!"


"I'm a 47 years old man that had NEVER ever in my life had taken an anti depressent.  I have always had anxiety and would take xanax as needed .25mg. First few weeks of February I had a lot of negative things happen in my life and my anxiety went through the roof and I was borderline depressed. My Dr Perscribed me Lexapro 10mg. THAT WAS THE WORST 8 DAYS OF MY LIFE. I got upset stomach. And in the first 3 days I started talking to myself and had suicidal thoughts and aggression.  I was absolutely scared out of my mind. My anxiety worsened to the point where I couldn't sleep for 3 days. I was literally dying inside. So my Dr stopped it. Then withdrawal set in. 5 days later I'm coming out of it. I'm on seroquel now. MUCH BETTER. Actually helps the anxiety."


"I take depakote 500mg extended release at night for bipolar. Mostly mania. I like depakote because it keeps me leveled. I feel normal. No mania. No depression. I do sometimes have trouble sleeping but not much. I have felt nauseous but I'm gonna go to my primary doctor because my psych says the nausea would've happened in the beginning of depakote and I've been on it for a while so probably not caused by depakote. Anyone taking depakote, make sure you go to your follow ups to check liver enzymes in your blood since it can cause liver damage. Overall I think depakote is effective for me. I tried lamictal and abilify and I hated them. They made my ankles swell up to 4 times their size. My ankles were very red and painful and swollen."


"This medicine completely changed my life. Before I got on it, I was in deep depression and had a horrible chemical imbalance in my brain. I have been on this medicine for 2 months. This is wonderful. Now I'm more happy, smiling, and the chemicals in my brain are balanced. I did gain 3 pounds since on this although it was supposed to decrease appetite."


"Ever since the 5th week of my pregnancy, my morning sickness was terrible I lost weight and couldn't keep a thing down. I could hardly get out of bed. My doctor prescribed Zofran and it's been a huge help. Doesn't always take away the nausea feeling But no more vomiting! Definitely recommend it"


"This changed my life. I read reviews before giving this a try and thought "well these people must not sweat as badly as I do." No, these people were all correct. This is like a miracle drug. I used to be able to stand outside in 20 degree Fahrenheit weather in a t-shirt and my armpits would be sweating. Now I can actually dress for the weather and not have to worry! I can wear long sleeves and my down jacket and NO SWEAT."


"My son took 18mgs for 2 days and it was like there were five children wrapped up in him at one time.  He was nasty, negative, unhappy, and would not stop moving for 3 days after his second dose. We and the doctors were shocked at this reaction."


"Works good for about three hours. Quite bad insomnia.

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"I'm currently 27 years old. Just Had a baby girl. Mother of 3. Drs told me that I have to wait 3 months before implanting the IUD, Mirena. So I went ahead and got on the depo shot today. The shot was quick and painless. I haven't felt any symptoms yet. Will keep you updated. Im currently breastfeeding as well. So I honestly do not want any more kids. So hopefully this birth control won't be as bad as the reviews."


"This has been a nightmare. I got the shot to ease pelvic pain my provider suspected was due to endometriosis. At first, I felt like I had the flu for a week or two. Almost exactly a month after getting the shot, I started getting a lot of spotting, and had to wear a pad constantly. After a week of spotting, it became a full-blown, heavy period, and my pelvic pain came back worse than ever before along with severe cramps, muscle aches, and even trouble using the bathroom because of the pain. The pain is far worse at night. I can't sleep. Ibuprofen and heat packs no longer help. It's been three weeks. My doctor isn't sure what to do, and others I've talked to said it took several months for the pain from the depo shot to go away. I'm in agony."


"I've been on Periactin for about 6 months. I take 8mg at night but I can't get up on time in the morning and the kids are late for school most days. I have found it works for my chronic urticaria but also noticed a huge weight gain. I was watching myself get fatter but didn't know why. After reading all the other reviews I now know it is the Periactin so I'm thinking of cutting back on the tablets. I need to lose weight. I feel horrible."


"I LOVE the patch!! I was on the pill for a long time (about 3-4 years) and tried 4 different ones. They mainly made me sick to my stomach, or have crazy mood swings/ aggression. In college I found it harder to take the pill on time and wanted to try different, more permanent birth controls. I tried nuvaring with no success (unfortunately it would move around too much and be quite uncomfortable), and the shot for 6 months (which made me horribly depressed, and was the first birth control to cause weight gain for me).

Then, I cam across the patch!! it is amazing. I lost some weight, my breasts grew a bit (a side effect I didn't want), and no mood swings! No nausea, and no appetite fluctuations. If anything, i'd say it curbed my appetite."


"I was given this medicine for anxiety and depression, after a month of taking the 37.5mg this medicine has increased my symptoms of anxiety and depression substantially. Also since I have started taking this medication I have developed some new symptoms such as mania and hallucinations. The pains attacks associated with this medicine are horrifying as well. The most disturbing thing about the drug, to me, is the extremely lifelike and vivid dreams that make you believe you've been up all night but in reality you've been asleep, this makes waking up very difficult because it's hard to tell if you're awake or not. This is an extremely powerful drug, I would discuss other options with your doctor before trying Effexor XR"


"I was nervous about this drug - scared I'd turn psychotic. I haven't yet! I'm in my 6th week, been a non-smoker for 4 of them. I take it after eating & with a big glass of water, that cuts down the nausea. Vivid dreams at first, no nightmares. I wake up in the night to pee, without fail, & that is only since the Chantix. I'm sleepy & kinda cranky...kinda very cranky sometimes!! But I can breathe & laugh without coughing. I don't start my day hacking my lungs up, it was going to kill me. I'm ready to start tapering, I'm going to 1/2 pill 2x day for a week then I'll drop to once a day & then, hallelujah, my body will be my own again!"


"Wasn't fond of opiate based medications and this helped with the withdrawal symptoms. Does some good (7/10) in alleviating tightness of the muscles when taken as prescribed, but the great thing about it is, there is no possibility of dependency."


"I have had mine in for almost a year and I love it, my period is pretty regular, and everything was the same. Insertion was painless and only a little bruise."


"I had my Nexplanon implanted August 2015. The insertion was a breeze. The most painful part was the shot. I experienced no discomfort at all during or after insertion. My period before was heavy with light to medium cramping. After insertion, my period became very light. I went from having to always wear overnight pads to regular. After about six months, my period became very erratic. It was impossible to know when I would start or for how long. My hormones were very out of wack from the first day of insertion. I was very emotional the entire time I had my nexplanon. I also gained nearly 30 lbs. I finally had it removed after having a period for over a month."


"i have been on levothyroxine for several years.  my dosage has been adjusted several times.  I had a terrible experience with the higher dosage...migraine headaches, palputations, night sweats.  come to find out that i was actually having a reaction to the dye in the higher dosage.  Once that was figured out my doctor put me back on the 50 mcg and had me take two pills each day.  so far its been great."


"Not helping pain!"


"I have been using the medication for almost 3 weeks and have lost 10 lbs. I'm also doing cardio every other night for 30 minutes, and dumbbell/weights every other night (but that's a fairly light routine).  I'm also eating a LOT of protein and have cut out simple carbs/sugar entirely. Will slowly bring those back into my diet next week.

I did try the HCG diet (along with a VLCD) a few months back and lost over 20 lbs, but that was a HARD diet. This is much easier to manage and doesn't intrude on your lifestyle to the same extent.

Since I'm only now 12 lbs above a BMI of 25, I'm sure I won't be able to take it for much longer...maybe another 3 weeks), as i will be on the high-end, but still in the "healthy" range within 3 weeks."


"Used the Voltaren Gel for tendinitis and frozen shoulder. It didn't totally relieve the pain. Coupled with Hydrocodone and Physical Therapy..it allows me to sleep."


"It really works for my anxiety."


"Have an infected tooth was prescribed 600mg ibuprofen alternating with tylenol every 6 hrs (3pm take one type 6pm take the other sort of thing) and T3s with Codeine for over night to help me sleep. Took 1 t3 at 1pm and I'm wide awake at 2am in agony from the pain and waiting for my next ibuprofen to kick in. T3S are crap!!!"


"Dexilant was prescribed to replace my previous combination of omeprazole and rantidine. After 60 days is seems to be providing better GERD relief."


"I had been taking Margesic capsules for years for my migraine headaches, I switched pharmacies and the pharmacist had my Dr switch me to foricet because I have no insurance to save me some money,I  know they have the same ingredients but I have found the foricet does not help with the migraines like the Margesic did. Why is this?"


"Uncomfortable during insertion but only lasted 5 minutes.  Took Advil for the next 24 hours for mild cramping.  My period ended 2 days later and now I feel great.  I'm really excited about light periods and minor cramps.  I used to suffer from heavy bleeding and cramps that felt like a kick in the gut.  My boyfriend is so happy to not have this huge interruption in our sex life.  I was on the pill till I turned 40 and had no problems.  I do notice slight mood swings and sleep heavier.  But it is so much better than giving over a week of my life each month to a dreadful period."


"The tablets did help considerably with the throat and ear infection within 24hours. I was incredibly grateful as I was in a lot of pain. BUT, horrendous taste in mouth constantly (bit like crushed paracetamol mixed with metal!) Vile. It doesn't go no matter what I do. I can't sleep but am terribly tired and exhausted. Also very nauseous especially after eating. Good at clearing up infections but pretty yucky side effects. Weigh up which is worse. For me I was glad to get rid of the pain so went with the side effects. Can't tolerate penicillin or erythromycin so don't have much choice!"


"I took this bc because I had constant bleeding for over a month. It stopped my period for about two weeks, however I started bleeding heavier than before and had cramps so severe it felt like I was having labor pains every minute for a couple of hours. I had to go to emergency room and while there I had a clot the size of golf ball. The doctor said it was the birth control and to see obgyn and get on another form of bc. I will not be taking this anymore and would not recommend!"


"I was a little nervous at first ,The prep solution mixed and chilled tasted like a really strong lemon Gatorade, not too bad actually. The effect began taking place about 1 hour after first dose just as I was drinking the last of the prep solution 4th portion of 1 liter bottle. Well I'm just starting so here I go again. "


"I am bi polar 1 and I take 80 mg of Latuda and 150 mg of Lamictal. I feel wonderful. I've been healthy and stable for 8 1/2 months."


"In one month Axiron brought my T levels from around 200, to 456 (at last check). Applying is a piece of cake & I honestly feel great. Sex life and overall mood has noticeably increased. I look forward to applying Axiron in the morning & it has truly changed my life."


"I can finally really concentrate and feel in control."


"it works in association with my anti-depressant to bring about a well rounded me, but it is there to take when my panic attacks hit, it quickly takes effect and calms me."


"I was given Talwin after having oral surgery.It worked very well."


"I've been taking 3x 600 mg of gabapentin for about two months for my diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Prior to using gabapentin, my pain was intolerable, and was interfering with my ability to hold a job. I've experimented with upping my dosage to as much as 1500 mg, and found that at that dosage it almost completely eliminated the pain, down to the point where it felt like a mild sun burn over my body, rather than like scalding water burns. However, I found that I did not like the side effects it was causing.

I find that taking 900 mg seems to be optimal for me, with the best pain reduction and the least amount of side effects per dose. A friend told me about GABA, so I'm going to try it and see if I can wean myself from gabapentin with it"


"Worst experience I've ever had I inserted the oval thing at 1am and within a hr I felt more burning then anything never had a yeast infection like this in my life wish I would have read the reviews before waisting my money"


"I read these reviews for over a month before even taking these meds. I will say this, you just have to go for it. Best decision I've made in a VERY long time. Abilify has helped me in so many ways! I was at my lowest point. I was severely depressed. I've been taking this medication for over a month & hands down I feel great. Yes I still have my days but  they are for sure getting better.. All I want to say is do NOT let what other people say stop you from getting better. Try it for at least 6 wks & judge for yourself. At this point weight gain is welcomed for me. I lost so much weight I'd like to gain at least 30 lol. I am just happy to feel "NORMAL" again. I hope all of you get better. Stay Strong & never give up. Stay Blessed "


"Horrible drug. I have switched from effexor to this because of sexual disfunction and lack of sex drive. This has improved those sex issues but the other effects are worst. I have been more irritable,angry and not happy. Small things easily make me angry inside. I notice my blood pressure higher maybe because of the drug or just being more angry inside and out. Dont take this medication. There are other better meds that are out there. I'll go back to effexor and taking viagra to become the happy champ lol."


"I am giving it a 5 because as far as being effective goes... it was very effective. I first had the implanon for 3 years and then was placed on nexplanon. I just had it removed yesterday, the 3 years is up shortly. I have had issues with irrational mood swings. To the point that I thought I was bi polar and needed to be diagnosed. It has caused strain on my relationships and has made me feel awful about myself. I got it removed after doing research about what could be causing these mood swings and found out there are hundreds, probably thousands or more, of people who have had the a similar situation. I am hoping that now that it has been removed I will start to feel better soon."


"My sister hd the Implanon & it worked. So I decided to get it but they discontinued it. I've had nexplanon for a year now. At first it was constant bleeding & I thought it would go away within a few months cos I read that it took awhile to adjust but 5 months went past & I was so done with it. My doctor told me that maybe if I tried to take the pill with it that maybe that'll help it adjust to my body (I knew I would forget it some days) but now that my birth control prescription is up. I'm back to the same problem with spotting. Nw I just figure to just stop birth control all together & go back to condoms. The only reason I went to birth control cos everybody was saying be safe b t this is crazy! I have to be on 2 birth controls to adjust my period isn't safe!"


"Overweight Italian 225 lbs, 59 yrs, old high blood pressure, taking Metformin and having a tough time walking more then 100 yards. I have been hounded by my wife and finally gave into trying this new diet medicine. Well nine months later and 66 pounds worth of meatballs and lasagna gone. I don't remember anything but losing the weight and have decision making willpower that I never new existed. This works and is not a gimmick and has allowed me to reduce my medicines. It seems far to easy and is the best secret in losing weight. I would recommend this to anyone who needs a little crutch to avoid cravings and take over your own life."


"I have been taking Xyzal for about a week now and it appears to have made an improvement concerning my allergies; however, I am feeling overly tired."


"I have severe motion sickness with nausea and vomiting...room spinning....vertigo. ..i put the patch on 4hours before my flight and cruise works excellent for me without the drowsiness, blurred vision and dry mouth. ..

It works different on different people

But you wont know til you try it"


"I've been a heroin addict for 13 years. I've tried methadone and Subutex and now I'm taking just Suboxone, and on "Suboxone maintenance". Through treatment and staying dedicated I am 5 months clean. I take 16 mg (2 strips) per day, every day. It has worked miracles. I don't get many cravings for heroin. I felt so hopeless and its the best choice I've made in my life in years."


"I got the implant in June 2015. Here it is september 2015 and I have had TEN periods since the insertion! I have been gaining weight, and have bad mood swings. I also feel pain in my arm some days. I think I rather take the pill EVEYDAY then bleed all month except five days..."


"I started taking this med about 4 wks ago when my dr gave me samples. I decided to start out with half a pill. And it worked within hours. For years I would maybe have one bm a wk. if I was lucky. So I thought this med was the answer to my problems. I would only take it every few days and was still having a bm daily. My dr decided my dose of pain meds was to high even though I've been taking that dose for 7 yrs. I ran out of samples 3 wks  ago and insurance won't pay so even though I haven't taken it for weeks I'm still having diarrhea daily. I'm not sure if it could possibly be from the movantik still or because my pain meds have been cut back. Either  way I'm miserable and wonder if anyone has had side effects weeks after discontinuing?"


"I have had the Paragard IUD for 3 years. Insertion was easy and painless. I got the Iud 3 months after giving birth to my second baby. I have not gotten pregnant on it. I have liked that it is hormone free. I never have to worry about taking a pill at a specific time. I have not had any weight gain or anything. However, the cramps are a little rough. They're bearable though.  I cramp bad during ovulation and period. I do get more yeast infections.  In fact at least once every 3 months. Vaginal itching. All of these are something I can deal with to not be pregnant again. It has been an effective form of birth control. I would recommend it!"


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"I have been taking Provigil for several years now. I just started Nuvigil today, and it feels much different. It used to be that I took one Provigil and I would be sleepy and have fog head, but two Provigils made me feel wired and nauseous. Today I took one Nuvigil around 10:30 am and have felt even and awake all day long. Hopefully this will last."


"I use ST. John's Wort with great success when working away at sea to lighten my moods, coming from a family with a big history of mental conditions I'm the only one who refuses to take prescribed medication. This helps me get by, be careful when coming off it because I tend to slip back into the hole once stopped...try to exercise and get lots of fresh air into the lungs when taking it. Avoid alcohol full stop."


"I used this medication just twice and had a severe headache for 3 days."


"I hate this pill! It doesn't work and I wish I never took his pill! I was on this pill several years ago(7) after I had second child. Switch to the nuvoring, bleed like crazy,  switch to the the shot it was good until I bleed like crazy switched to another pill bleed like crazy now this pill!   I don't want to get off bc but I need to get my body back on track! Don't use this pill"


"This pill cleared up my UTI that had spread to my kidney. However, I had some bad side effects. First off, this pill destroyed my stomach. I had intense pain in my upper abdomen and couldn't eat without terrible indigestion and discomfort. This started immediately after starting the medication and stopped the day my pills ran out. I also had insane dreams, which kept me from sleeping. Very vivid, strange dreams. I'm glad my infection was gone, but I could not wait to stop this medication."


"This medication works wonders! I can take it without having to eat something before which was so helpful considering I couldn't hold any food down! I lost more than 20 lbs due to vomiting and nausea. And getting into a moving vehicle was the worse! I take one in the morning and I feel good all day! I love it so much, life saver."


"I have smoked 1/2-1 pack a day for over 30 years. In 2006, I quit cold turkey and stayed clean for 19 months before (stupidly) smoking again. I smoked until I started taking Chantix on 7/16/10.
This medicine works to quit, the desire to continue smoking stopped after about the 6th day. These are the side effects for me: I have experienced VERY vivid and some really weird/disconcerting dreams, but not what I would describe as nightmares. For about the last 3-4 weeks, I have been experiencing severe depression, but not suicidal. I have experienced depressive cycles before in my life, but this has been pretty brutal. Dizziness, nausea (taking the pill on a full stomach helps) and constipation and weight gain. To be fair, quitting cold turkey is also similar."


"I've been taking selegiline (Emsam) for depression for three years after 40  of pretty much everything else. This has been the most effective treatment I've had, lasting the longest with the best results. Side effects have been limited to skin irritation from the patch. The dietary restrictions aren't proving to be too restrictive. On a couple of occasions, I've had food with tyramine by accident. A bad headache for a few hours was the only result. (I didn't realize that I'd had the tyramine until after the headache had come and gone.)
The price and need for prior authorization are my only real complaints."


"Today was the first day I took this medication. Two hours after, I experienced joint pain, blurred vision, back pain, a headache, chills, fever, nausea, cough and sore throat.

This was in addition to my already severe urinary tract infection symptoms which I was sent to the ER for the night before, including, severe pain in pelvis, achy back (kidneys).

Although, symptoms of a severe UTI can also be fever, pain in the flank (pain that runs along the back at about waist level), chills, and nausea, I believe the medication gave me the additional symptoms. I was fine all day long until around two hours after taking the pill. After about 3 hours, symptoms increasingly went away. I am not sure if the pills are working or if they wore off."


"When you start it. Begin on a low dose."


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"I love it. I stop smoking for 2 weeks now. It works great."


"After having a few cortisone shots and not much luck or longevity with them,  my Dr asked me try the Synvisk 1and I was reluctant at first but when you have 100% bone on bone in one knee and 75% bone on bone in the other I was willing to try anything. I had to wait also to be approved by Wellness Blue Cross Blue Shield. It was finally approved and i had the shots in late July. I'm 49 yrs old and a bigger heavier man and I made my 15 yr old son come in to watch. It hurt like heck. My son was shocked to see me wincing in pain the entire time. It takes a little while to get it all in your knee as well. Then to my other knee I gripped the table and said my god nobody said they were this painful. Swelled up so bad for a week. Never helped me."


"Hi everyone. As long as I can remember I suffered from some sort of anxieties. When I was about 16 my anxiety grew into full blown panic attacks. Since then it just got worse. Finally I went to psychiatrist who put me on Cymbalta. I never felt better than I do now. My anxiety and depression gone and I feel that I have to learn how to live without it."


"This medicine has been a God send. I had a horrible case of the flu- coughing, sore throat, tons of snot, fever, and horrible chills. I started this medication and by two doses in, I started feeling better. My fever broke and I feel 80% better. I still feel exhausted but without all of the horrible symptoms. No side effects. Highly recommend the medicine-- just eat when you take it."


"Have been on Votrient now for over three years and am in remission.  Side effects have included hand and foot pain (very slight now) and have experienced weight loss (from 180 lbs to around 130 lbs) over the last three years.  As of this year, there have been no signs of liver problems but have had minor digestion issues.  It appears that Votrient has been successful -unlike my experience with Sutent, Avastin, Xeloda and Affinitor.  I had been diagnosed with stage IV renal cell carcinoma-sarcomatoid in 2008, and had the left kidney removed (and spleen due to a fall in the hospital).  I have been on Votrient now for the better of three years, am still employed and fully functional.  "


"I used Nexplanon for about 10 months and got it removed. While on this method, I had bleeding for months straight with little breaks. I tried to wait it out to see if my body would eventually adjust but my period never got itself to be on a cycle. It got to the point where it wasn't worth it because even when I did have sex, I had bleeding/spotting so it took away my sexual confidence. It definitely was effective and did its job but the side effects were getting in the way of my life as well as my wallet as I was always at the store buying tampons and pads (and we know how expensive this can be). I decided to get the implant removed which was a bit of a difficult experience as well. Nexplanon is effective but still needs improvement."


"I'm almost done with my first pack of Lo Loestrin Fe and I am pretty happy with it. I had minor spotting the second week and light spotting during the two white pills so far. The only side effects I've noticed so far are changes in appetite- first two weeks I was super hungry and then the third week I hardly ate at all. I had some nausea along with the changes in appetite but nothing too major. I have a history with anxiety and the pill has slightly elevated it, but it is manageable. I'd say anyone who is sensitive to high doses of estrogen should definitely try Lo Loestrin Fe."


"This is my lifesaver. I've had the worst eczema I have ever seen, so bad that I missed many days of school from the pain and embarrassment. Tried other prescribed eczema products that only irritated until I found this. This was the only product that didn't irritate my eyes and instead helped by getting rid of all the dryness, scaliness, burning, inflammation in a matter of weeks."


"I have been taking this for about 3-4 years and what a difference it has made in my life. I started out at 20mg and because of my size 250 the Doc went to 30 mg and bingo what a relief. Hang in there and give it a chance to work and you will get there. It doesn't happen over night. everyone's metabolism is different."


"These drops were applied by my ophthalmologist to treat conjunctivitis. Shortly after I got home 15-30 minutes later, my eyelids began to swell up. I called the doctor's office and was told to come back. By the time I got there my eyelids were so swollen I could barely see to drive. The doctor applied antihistamine drops to counter the allergic reaction. Eventually the swelling was reduced enough that I could drive home.

My other doctors later presumed that I was allergic to the antibiotic in Azisite -- azithromicin. But I had taken that antibiotic orally several years earlier for infections and had no bad reactions. Another ophthalmologist suggested that one of the other compounds used in the Azisite solution might be allergenic."


"I have been using doxycycline for moderate and persistent acne for two weeks and have noticed a slight difference. I seem to have less breakouts than before taking this medication. I haven't seen any dramatic results though and I didn't expect to in such a short space of time. Hopefully after another month or so on the medication I'll see better results. I haven't got any side effects other than a slight stomach cramp when I take the medication without food. I am waiting for a referral to see a dermatologist so hopefully I will get this problem sorted."


"I first had the implanon implanted when I was 17.  Idk if I just got lucky, but it was like a miracle for me.  My boobs grew, skin cleared up.  I do occasionally get a bit of spotting, but never had a full blown period or any cramps.  My mood does swing quite rapidly, but it's worth it.  I have since had it replaced with another implanon late last year, and again, not a single problem with it.  I tend to be forgetful and my personal life is forever getting more chaotic, so it is good to not have to worry about remembering to take a pill every day, and it lasts three years.  10/10, would use again."


"I've been taking this medication for quite a while for Raynaud's. I was concerned about my naturally-low blood pressure but Doctor said it wouldn't be affected. Seems that is the case. As far as Raynaud's, there are a few medicines I take that I describe as "I'm sure it helps, I'm not sure how much, don't want to find out what it's like without it". Also, my Raynaud's is accompanied by Mixed Connective Tissue Disease to complicate matters."


"I'm on my first pack of Loestrin and so far I've had some serious cramps! Face is clear, mood swings are out of this world! The other day I was so irritated with everything and everyone! I have had some breakthrough bleeding but I have not gotten my period yet. I'm on the last week of pills! If these cramps don't go away and these mood swings don't stop I have to get off this medication!"


"So thankful for everyone's experiences because I am laying in bed with severe itching and burning from the cream and was having a panic attack that I was having allergic reaction or something . Trying to tough it out but it's been 30+ min and only slight relief, ugh!!!"


"I am on day 14 of the starter pack and I have to stop. I have had nausea, vomiting, dizzy spells, blurry vision, drunk feeling. I was stopping Venlefexine and slowly tapering off while starting savella. I had a rash for about 24 hours too. This is the worst side effects from a medication I have ever had. I have also lost about 4 pounds in 3 days because I have not been able to eat."


"This medication has many side effects and I think that I had them all. Redness of the face, swelling of ankles and hands, severe knee pain, nausea to name a few. My left knee had so much fluid I had it aspirated three times and not one Doctor said a word. I read some posts and decided to stop taking it and I felt better in a few days and my knee doesn't hurt. 5mgs of poison every morning......"


"I have taken this drug off and on for 5 years now. I use it for Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome. It works the best out of anything I have tried thus far. It takes most of my pain away, stops the frequent urination but it does have side effects. When I first started taking it my only side effect was dry mouth which went away after two months. After a year I built up a tolerance to the drug and it has never worked the same sense. The longest I can take it now is 1-2 weeks before it wears off. I usually take it when my symptoms are so bad that I must take medicine. Generally, I take it for a week straight then go off of it. I get withdrawal like symptoms for a day and usually my pain goes away for a week to two months and then I repeat this cycle"


"Found out I had genotype 3a hepc about 15 years ago. Never had any symptoms other than feeling tired. Started taking Sofosvel the generic form of epclusa 33 days ago.Only side effect my ears ring once in a while, since I been taking the meds I have so much energy and I just feel better.Going for my first blood test in 10 days have my fingers cross."


"GREAT stuff. Many uses! It has been a life saver. I require narcotic pain medications on a regular basis and Voltaren  REALLY helps me to not need as much narcotic pain medicines for pain management."


"After suffering in a very serious way from chronic neck and back pain for about 5 years, I was giving up.  I had no major injury, but small "normal range" disc ruptures protruding in my C5 and C7  with other old back injuries.  Fibromyalgia/Neuralgia.  I've gone through multiple specialists, MRIs, physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists.  Some relief here and there, mostly with acupuncture and specific stretching.  Pain was horrible.  Finally after persistent research, I found what truly works for me:  Cymbalta (normal dose) with daily SAM-E and Malic Acid supplements.  It took about 2 months to fully work, but now I'm virtually PAIN FREE.  Cannot thank God enough for this."


"After being a heavy drinker for 20 years my life was running out of control. AA didn't work for me I tried 1 on 1 counselling. Didn't help, I'd relapse after two weeks. Finally did my own research and suggested campral to my doc. He contacted my counsellor and we began it July 2015. I wish I'd found this years ago! It seemed to work immediately, no cravings or desire to drink. Did have bad diarrhoea for first six weeks, so push through it, it's worth it. Just gone to my gp for my final script, and will celebrate my first year sober in July 2016! My gp also said the counsellor didn't think I could do it, and my gp is so happy he's going to contact her and tell her about my success. When your at rock bottom give it a go! It's saved my life!"


"Puerperal Psychosis: Made me incredibly hungry and then not even remember eating things!  One time I ate 7 doughnuts in one night - I only know this because I found the empty packet the next morning.  I have no memory of eating them.  I put a lot of weight on doing this."


"Mobic prescribed following knee surgery for pain and swelling.
Very effective and no side effects."


"Great pain medication, much better than oxycodone without the side effects."


"Made me very sick"


"I have been on Saphris for about 3 months now.  I take 15mgs at night.  I'm able to sleep now without the help of any other medicine.  I get restless from time to time but subdue it with Vistaril.  Sometimes I get boosts of energy which can be good.  My moods are more balanced than ever before.  I can laugh things off instead of getting angry.  The reason I gave Saphris a 9 is because it affects my libido.  I recently started taking Wellbutrin to combat this.  I hope it works!"


"I was told I had osteoarthritis and surgery is not an option on my knee due to my age.  I had the cortisone shot in August.  It did nothing.  Therefore, I had the Synvics-one in March. Oh my god, there ought to be law that ALL doctors should be frank with their patients, who are in severe pain and seek relief.  Low and behold, I had the shot which was somewhat painful, but bearable.   The first night I was in agony...could not sleep for the pain.  It has been a week, and severe stiffness has set in.  A friend recommend Blue emu for the pain, and Tylenol.  The Blue Emu helps, but the pain (which is  as worst as last week) is beginning to subside during the day.  At night...just horrible, I awake ever two to three hours with pain!  Never!!!"


"PLEASE READ(VERY HELPFUL TIPS FOR HEARTBURN/STOMACH PAIN) the second day I started taking the pill, I had horrible stomach pain and heartburn. I tried to get of the medicine, but the doctor said I needed these. Anyways here's the help, before taking your pill eat a big meal (for breakfast I have a bowl of cereal, couple slice of bread, and some yogurt) MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOGURT BEFORE TAKING THE PILL. It helps A LOT. I am now 6 days in and only have slight heartburn. I suggest 2 servings of yogurt, 2-3 pieces of bread, and something on the side. I take these pills 3 times a day, so I have a big meal on the morning, 3pm, and 11pm. Trust me, the yogurt really works!"


"I've been taking this for almost a year and have had absolutely no issues. No acne, no nausea, no weight gain, no mood swings. Works for me"


"I have been taking Generess FE for a year and three months and it works great! No weight gain, no acne, no episodes of mood swings except period PM symptoms but those are normal. I still have a period but it's shorter and lighter. I do have cramps a lot only on period though. There's no spotting or discharge for me. I've had a great experience with this pill and totally recommend it for those who are anemic like me especially!"


"I've gotten this implant about a month ago  omg I rather just take the pill I've had irregular bleeding before and I HATE to have my period in the first place so when I had my irregular period be4 I was a Lil over weight and had it for 3 months so I lost the weight and everything went back to normal to go from getting ur period and it lasting 4 days to bleeding 4 a month was just ridiculous to me  the CRAMPS OMG I COULD DIE I cried every day after I got this implant and when I say cry I mean cry I cried at work on the train going to work  I cried when I woke up and when I went to sleep it really made me emotional oh let me not forget one night I went to sleep when I woke up in blood everywhere. I would NEVER do this again"


"it helped with the mania , but i was always drowsy and could not concentrate , also i gained weight...."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"BAD experience.  My fourth colonoscopy but the first using Moviprep.  Previously all colonoscopies worked using a preparation named Cleanprep.  Moviprep just didn't work.  I was booked in for a morning procedure and stuck absolutely to the guidelines as there is NO POINT in going for the procedure if you do not have a clear bowel.  Started drinking the solution (which was relatively pleasant to drink) at 5 pm evening before my morning procedure and had one bowel movement shortly after first batch then NOTHING more!!  just an unpleasant experience for a really negative outcome. Procedure ABANDONED and I'm rebooked.  Afternoon procedure now with different timescale for taking Moviprep - I'd rather take the more unpleasant Cleanprep it WORKS!!"


"I got the worst cramps of my life, headaches, had volatile mood swings, seemed to have gain weight on this pill. Was not a good idea and will switch soon."


"So I ended my period 03/17 & had unprotected sex the next day (03/18) & my boyfriend came inside me so less than an hour later we went & got the pill. After taking the pill I did experience some of the side effects I was having bad headaches, fatigue, light headed, bladder problems, spotting & bleeding a little. I was convinced I was pregnant because my period was also late & I had spotting on my underwear instead of getting my period and I knew that was a sign I was pregnant but there was no way because I had all these side effects & I took the pill as soon as possible but I kept being paranoid about it but a week later I got my period & I've never been so happy to be on it so ladies don't worry just wait & be safe next time."


"I was so scared to have the coil inserted because of the horror stories I read online. It was NOT painful it was just a weird feeling.
After insertion I did throw up but it wasn't from pain I think it was just the weirdness of it. All nausea and feeling dizzy went away 30 mins later.
The feeling just feels like an average period pain. So far I'm very pleased with how easy it all was."


"This drug is a wonderful addition to the list of drugs available for use for my condition. The Chemical engineer of this drug is a genius. The drug has worked beautifully."


"I just started Protonix 6 days ago.  I feel beat up. Does the Propofol used to do the procedure hang on for this many days?  If it doesn't , then the Protonix is causing several symptoms|

Lethargy

Dizziness

Dry mouth

And last and worst is constant ringing in my ears. It's getting very annoying

Has anyone else experienced this crazy ear side effect?"


"Okay, so I want to marry who ever made this product! I'm only 14 years old and I've suffered from extremely sweaty hands since I was around the age of like 9. I heard online about drysol so I asked my doctor about it. I've only been using for about a week now but I love it! After the first night of using it it didn't really work too well but the second the only time my hands would sweat was during sports! So yeah, I'm like in love with this product."


"After removal of 2 infected teeth, dentist prescribed meprozine which worked very well. I have problems with many pain meds and have allergic reaction to codeine.  I also have problems keeping medicine down and this med did not upset my stomach at all.  What a great relief to find this medicine."


"I finally had the guts to mention my depression to my doctor, Thank God!  I was depressed for years and was at the point of uncontrollable crying, missing work because of it.  This was not the wife and mother I wanted to be so I finally asked for help.  It has changed my life.  No more depression and many things that used to cause me stress bother me much less or not at all.  Not many side effects except fatigue, appetite loss, and a spacey feeling that only lasted a few days.  Please don't wait to ask for help.  I wish I had done this long ago."


"I know it may sound a little over the top, because I have only taken Buspar for 2 days and I am already seeing the benefits. I am not a big medicine advocate because I just don't like the side effects of most like Seroquel (ugh) which gave me chills. I have had BIPOLAR, POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER, PANIC AND ANXIETY DISORDER since I was very young. I have tried so many medicines and none have gave me benefits like this one. I take 7.5 twice a day and I can go on with my daily functions on the normal level now. at first it made me a little reluctant due to the fact that I panic. It gave me a small euphoric moment but I was able to concentrate on my home work assignment which I could not do at before."


"It worked so well on my blood pressure but I have been on my period every since I began the drug.  My doctor refuses to take me off of it because my BP was 190/110 before even though I was maxed out on Diovan and potassium pills.  Now with this drug my BP is 120/80.  I can't take this constant bleeding.  It's not spotting. It full on heavy bleeding now for 6 months.  My Gyno tried to help by inserting an IUD but that only lessened the bleeding a bit. I don't know what to do."


"I had the IUD before beginning nexplanon, the IUD was the worst, it pinched inside and it stole my sex drive beware!! I've had nexplanon for over 2 years already. The first half a year with it, I experienced annoying mood swings. You will gain weight if you don't take care of yourself (diet/exercise), almost guaranteed! First year no periods, second year periods are now twice monthly. It is effective on preventing pregnancy. Yet you have to think about the side effects, as other birth control. The IUD was a nightmare for me, please do your research!!! If I can choose between that and nexplanon I would choose nexplanon for sure. Probably the worst for me are the even heavier periods, it's almost like they are backed up from last year."


"I take a dose of 600mg at 8 or 9pm and am in bed by 10pm and wake up feeling refreshed. This has been the only thing other than Restoril that has helped me sleep. There is sometimes I have high stress and have to take a sedative to help me sleep. The weird thing is if I take it at 10pm I fall asleep by 2am."


"I've been battling anxiety since before I could remember it got so bad that I finally tried Xanax  for thw first time today and so far I feel like my best self l. My mind is no longer racing a million miles a minute and I don't feel tense at all, only peacefulness."


"I am on my second round of nexplanon. I completed the first three years, and It was changed out, a new one was put in. At the beginning, I have mood swings and headaches, Yes my bleeding was irregular, But I was advised to head of time to be patient for things to settle. It did take about 4 months to settle, But after that I was regular. I put on about 10 pounds, But most of that has to do with my lack of exercise. I would definitely recommend Anyone try nexplanon. With a little patience, it's worth it"


"Hi. I am 62. Diagnosed with Osteoporosis in 2008. Bone density has increased with Fomax (for 7 years) /calcium & walking 20 mikes plus a week.   Had my first Prolia injection in July and 4 days later started to feel very bloated. At first I didn't link it to the jab as I do get a bit of IBS. After 2 weeks  wasn't responding to anything - and I felt worse. Have since seen the GP had blood tests & an ultra sound scan has  showed an almost impacted colon.
GP agrees with me that it is due to the Prolia.
 Laxatives are helping - but the bloating is still terrible. I'm just desperate to know when this drug will wear off.
No more Prolia for me folks!!."


"I've been using Ortho-Novum 7/7/7 for decades. My periods are very light only requiring a panty liner and experience no cramps. I stopped taking birth control for a year after my husband had a vasectomy. I was doubled over at my desk with cramps and my period was very heavy. I started using Ortho-Novum 7/7/7 again and I was back to light periods and no cramps. Once and awhile my OBGYN would give me a sample of another brand that was new on the market only for me to have heavier periods and cramps. Two issues I can't aleviate are bloating 3-5 lbs for a week and period mood swings. With AHA it's free. Without it is about $25-$30/ month."


"I had terrible hormonal acne to where I got a new zit or cyst on a daily basis, I never wanted to leave the house and I could hardly interact with my boyfriend or friends. Yaz used to keep my skin clear then I stopped taking it because I was afraid of health risks, but my skin was so uncontrollable (even on a raw vegan diet, lots of water, yoga, etc.) that I really didn't care. The first month my cheeks broke out and I was worried if it would work again, but now, at month three I can eat chocolate all day wash my face whenever and I don't get more than a whitehead here or there that goes away in a day, and it's only getting better. Yay to yaz! Just give it time!"


"No weight gain, easier periods, less bloating. Everything good while still having the cycle."


"My name is Serena. I have had chron's disease for six years. I had surgery a year ago. I had a flare up a few weeks after surgery. My GI put me on humira and it has been a miracle drug for me! NO pain or flare ups. I get to lead a normal life :)"


"So I have been taking it for almost a year now, I am thinking on switching. I have gained 20 pounds over the time I have taken it. Can't lose the weight either! My cravings are really bad, which also does not help the weight loss. I get super moody at times and I'm always tired. The first few months taking it, my sex drive plummeted. I didn't want my man to touch me, look at me, I was so moody. My acne before and after my period is horrendous. The only good thing about this medication is my period is lighter. I received this medication from a Planned Parenthood clinic, I will definitely be going to a GYN next month to change this."


"As far as effectiveness I went through 3 years no babies! Lots of spotting, sometimes long periods maybe 10 days, no mood swings, no depression! Nothing much really! A few breakouts every now and then but mine expired and because my husband and I agreed we just got a new one in!... VERY EFFECTIVE AND I LOVE IT. MY COUSIN ALSO HAS IT AND SHE LOVES IT MORE THAN I DO because she has NO side effects at all."


"2nd day on contrave and feel like crap spending my time in bed. Nope not taking any more!"


"My daughter gets a lot of ear infections and this medicine is the only one that works."


"I have Obessive compulsive disorder which causes a lot of anxiety and depression. Prozac has improved my quality of life I'm now a calm happy person with a great family of my own after being on Prozac a year. It really helps me focus on the real problems in my life and reaching a resolution instead of just feeling overwhelmed. It also greatly increases my energy and focus! It does not make me a zombie to emotion but it does prevent me from obsessing and lingering on how things make me feel. I still feel sad anger etc but in normal amounts like everyone else. Aside from very detailed dreams I've had no negative side effects. "


"I'm 25 with two kids. I had my insertion on January 16th. I was really scared at first thinking I was going to be in a lot of pain when in reality I  didn't feel a thing. I did go a day after my menstrual cycle, and had minor cramps through out the day, but it wasn't bad. My first menstrual cycle was really heavy with painful cramps and huge blood clots it lasted about nine days, but my second menstrual cycle was horrible the bleeding was heavy and as of today I've been bleeding for 26 days and it is still going. I hate this thing so much, I'm making an appointment to get it remove and going back to pills."


"I am soooo happy.  After 3 weeks my skin looks healthy and my pain is gone.  I feel alive again!"


"I have suffered from panic attacks for years and couldn't get by without it...I take it as needed. It works quickly and takes the edge off. I take the 0.5 mg."


"I'm 58 always kept in shape and ate well but LDL was still elevated. I'm not sure if it's coincidental but I have more energy, better in bed and have not had an a-fibrilation episode since I've been on 10mg daily.  I know it sounds like a commercial but that has been my experience. My main or larger arteries are clear of plaque but I may have had blocking of the smaller ones and the Lipitor may have helped clear them. Or I'm just lucky."


"I had this put on at the beginning of July and have been bleeding ever since! It has made me so emotional and snappy and also caused my skin to become dry and sore! Sounds like a good idea at the time but is definitely not worth all the hassle it causes! Getting it taken out asap and would not recommend to anybody!!"


"It's been 3.5 months it was absolutely awful until a week ago. Insertion wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, but I have a pretty high tolerance for pain. It was uncomfortable & I felt slightly crampy for about a week, nothing an Advil or two couldn't fix. During the adjustment period my PMS was just monstrous. Cheers to my bf for staying by my side through it. I couldn't control my emotions AT ALL. I kept telling myself to give it 3 months, see if it'll calm down after my body gets used to it & thankfully I'm feeling almost myself again. I got off my old BC ortho tri cyclen due to PMS. I was hesitant since it did wonders for my skin, but so not worth the mood swings. Skyla gets 7/10.

Cons: break outs, heavy periods, lots of spotting"


"I love Nuvaring! I was put on Microgestin FE 1/20 but stopped after the first month due to awful cramping in my arms/legs (which I still get during PMS) a year later I started NuvaRing and so far it has been no hassle at all. My breasts have grown at least half a cup size and while my acne isn't gone it's lightened considerably. My periods are light, 4 days long and I have little to no cramping when before I would be unable to move for hours due to menstrual cramps/ovulation and my flow was heavy for at least 5 days. I hope this method keeps working for me, and I recommend it to anyone looking for an easy method of birth control"


"I am 30 yo, 5'6, and starting weight 208. I have tried dieting and exercising with no real results. I work at a doctor's office where we have reps come in for different drugs so I was able to ask a lot of questions before deciding to try this med. I took my first tablet yesterday with food and experienced a little nausea for a couple hours but after it subsided I had tons of energy. I had a little trouble getting to sleep but once I did fall asleep I had lots of odd dreams. Today I took the tablet with no food and did not experience any nausea and my energy level calmed down slightly but I still felt good. My only real complaint today is stomach pain/gas pains and a little diarrhea."


"Cluster sufferer"


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


"Tried for several years. Doctor kept upping how many to take each day. Got to 4 and decided it just didn't work for me."


"I'm 58, 5'3" and weighed in at 218. I started my weight loss journey November 30th. After 2 weeks, I'm down 6 lbs. with no side effects. I have started to exercise moderately. I will report again after 4 weeks."


"I originally started on the 1/20 dose, moving up to the 1.5/30 because my doctor made an error on my script. I am very happy with this bcp, as it reduced my awful cramps, and heavy menstruation. I have 2 day periods now, little to no cramping. My acne has cleared almost completely other than the once a month breakout on my chin that I feel is unavoidable and I'd rather be on a pill that takes care of most of my acne, rather than no acne at all. I occasionally will have breast tenderness, but not every month and I don't really notice it when it does happen. Also, my symptoms of PMS have decreased significantly. My only complaint is that I do get headaches that may be caused by this pill, but I cannot say for sure that they are."


"I've been prescribed several anti-depressants throughout the years, many being SSRI's and they've had little to no effect, or even the opposite effect but this medication works so well I can't even believe it. I'm so happy I was prescribed this medication for depression. I have been on it for 3 years now and my life is changed dramatically. I suffer from major depressive disorder and SAD."


"I had been sweating from my armpits excessively for 4-5 years starting when I was about 12. I was always wearing baggy dark clothing and avoiding constant movement so people would see my sweat. I am now 18 and my dermatologist recently prescribed this to me. I can honestly say that it has changed my life. Even in 90 degree weather there is no sweat from my underarms. The only down side is the itching/burning, however, if I use it at night it is usually gone by noon the next day. I have learned to use this only 2-3 times a week and especially not after shaving. This product is worth it."


"I've been using Symbicort for about a year now. I LOVE it. My wheeze is gone, I sleep through the night and I can keep the woodbox full all winter."


"My psychiatrist utilized every combination you can think of and finally Nardil. While I am very careful about foods and wear a medic alert bracelet and carry an alert in my purse that NO Demerol can be given as it can cause death, I finally feel better from a deep depressive state since October 2008.  My memory state however has not improved but my physical state has and I can at least get out of bed and be somewhat sociable with friends and family. I have had a very positive experience with it so far."


"I have 7 kids and I'm only 28. I was on life support and when I came to I found out that my pressure had dropped. Now I'm on diltiazem 120mg once a day and it working great for me."


"I took this and it seemed to work after the first day. Unfortunately I was wrong to assume it was ok. It ended up literally burning off the skin in my vagina. Third degree. I ended up having to go to the doctor to take something else to treat my infection, then I had to deal with the burns. I was literally afraid to use the bathroom because it burned so bad."


"With the old inhalers you could test fire it to make sure it was working. Now, how do you tell? I’ve used rescue inhalers for many years. The key word here is rescue. When I have an attack lose the ability to breathe deeply. When I use the ProAir RespiClick I can sometimes taste it on my tongue, just like with my old inhaler but I don’t get relief. The instructions say you have to wait over 5 minutes to get relief, but the medicine never seems to kick in. My doctor recommended this especially since there was a coupon."


"Began taking the 37.5 mg version on 2/23/14 and I've lost 7.8 pounds in 6 days--tomorrow will be one week.  I've gone to the gym 5 of the 6 days for 50 minutes of elliptical workout.  I've been eating just under 500 calories a day, and I have to make myself eat because food doesn't seem appealing at all--it's the weirdest thing.  I take my pill at 11 am and have no trouble falling asleep around 10:15 pm.  Will post again next week with more details.  I'm 5'7 (and 1/2) and started my diet at 191.6 pounds."


"After my first dose on Sunday, I had a terrible migraine. I decided to take it once a day at night until I get used to it. I took it at night instead of taking it at the beginning of my 12 hour shifts (I'm a nurse). Yesterday was my first day of taking it twice a day as prescribed. I took the second dose at 10 PM. I woke up at 2 AM this morning with extreme dizziness and a profusely bleeding nose. I thought I was dizzy because of my allergy meds and being sleepy and I explained the bloody nose as being related to allergies. I went to work again today after taking my morning dose at 6 AM. At 10 AM I once again had a bleeding nose. I checked my blood pressure, and it was in the 150s when it normal runs less than 100. Will never take again"


"Prescribes this for a 3 week cough suspected walking pneumonia or bronchitis and cough is calming but 3 days into this and the diarrhea is horrible.  Feels like I am prepping for a colonoscopy.  Stomach is constantly gurgling and roiling.  Deficating while coughing at times.  I am calling doc to ask for something else cause I can't leave the house with this diarrhea.   Need to get on a plane in 6 days.   There must be something with less diarrhea side effect"


"Have back pain, Dr. gave me this to take with Norco 3xd. I didn't think it would help being "non-narcotic" but has taken my pain from sometimes an 6 with hydrocodone to maybe a 3 or even 1. HOWEVER I have experienced WITHDRAWAL symptoms. I don't know how to detox because you're not supposed to cut them in half. Anyway, if you get dizziness and like mild electric shocks in neck head when you don't take it, it may be from this drug. I'll still take it because it helps so much."


"I have used a few different antidepressants over the years, but when I started getting panic attacks my Dr put me on Effexor. It works well for me. Missing a dose is the worst thing though. If I wake up in the morning feeling hung over and dizzy and useless, I know that I forgot my pill the day before. It takes several hours after taking it to begin to feel better. I recently switched to taking it at night because then if I miss a dose the horrible side effects will come at night and I can just take a pill and go to bed, but am finding that if I don't take a sleep aid, I am up after 3 hours (like right now) and end up having to take a nap the next day. I am thinking that I better go back to taking them in the morning."


"Helps me sleep, but I don't notice much relaxing of the jaw muscles. I only take 10mg as I don't like pills, so maybe that is why (says I can take up to 20mg). I haven't felt some of what others have said in previous reviews."


"I was on Nuva Ring for over 8 years.  I have horrendous periods, so my OB told me to insert every four weeks and skip all but 1-2 periods a year.

It worked great as far as birth control and controlled periods so I didn't have any.  I couldn't feel it once I got it in right, and really didn't have a whole lot of other problems.

The only reason I am switching is because the ring can cause cervical erosion, especially if you have very sensitive skin.  This results in pain and bleeding during intercourse.  It's a relatively easy fix, they cauterize the touchy spots, but still very awkward.  I am now switching back to the pill to see if I can find something that isn't so hard on that tissue."


"This medicine works miracles when I need it."


"The medication was prescribed to help with very heavy, unpredictable, long periods associated with my being in perimenopause. First couple months virtually no period to speak of but 5-7 days of mid-cycle breakthrough bleeding..not spotting. Enough to feel like a light period. By third month, no breakthrough bleeding or even a period. This has been a huge relief for me. Seems to have helped alleviate some mood swings and irritability also. For users unhappy with this pill in the first few months, I would encourage you to give it a bit of time. I was not thrilled with it at first but am very happy with it now. My Insurance doesn't cover it (bummer), but the drug company offers a discount card which I received from my nurse practitioner."


"Suffered from heartburn for a couple decades.  Used to treat with regular doses of tums, Prilosec, and every other over the counter acid inhibitor. Nothing worked for more than a day or so.  I have been taking dexilant for 18 months now and have yet to have a single instance of heartburn. It's a fantastic remedy for those regular heartburn sufferers."


"I got it Mirena five weeks ago to see if it would help with premenstrual migraines.  Since my early 20's, I have gotten a horrible migraine around my eyes/sinus area the day before my cycle. My doctors said it is from the sudden drop in estrogen, which signals your period to start. When I hit age 35, I started getting one the day after ovulation, and then on and off for five days leading up to my cycle. My doctor said the only way to stop the estrogen drops would be a hysterectomy, but I am too young for that.  They are finding that Mirena can temporarily stop ovulation in some women.  It worked!!  Five weeks not one headache! No side effects other than spotting, which will go away.   Insertion was just 3 mins of pinching/cramping!"


"I was addicted to Heroin for a little over a year. I've been taking Subpxone for about a week now and they've really helped with my withdrawals and cravings. 4Mg , Twice daily."


"Used it for a 2 year old for bronchitis and was very effective. Difference seen in 2 days. I used Orelox before that and it did not help at all. With any chest, sinus related infection Augmentin is the way to go."


"I took Yaz after I had my son. I was on it for 2 years and had no problems. I stop taking it so I could get pregnant. After my daughter was born I decided to go back on Yaz since I had no problems before. I just recently started the pills, I am starting the 3rd week and I have had breakthrough bleeding for 1 and 1/2 weeks straight now. I am so feed up with it. The whole reason I go back on the pills was to keep my bleeding regulated. So, I am thinking about switching to Loestrin24 Fe. I am going to give Yaz until the end of the pack and if the breakthrough bleeding doesn't stop then I am switching."


"I thought I was going nuts until I read all ur comments.  I have sat with ice packs between my legs all day.  The idea that you have a yeast infection is so embarrassing anyway then to top it off you go to get treatment and bear the cashier humiliation, then to halt sex activities, put your life on hold and then the WORST PAIN comes after inserting the medicine.  Wow this sucks. I don't get frequent enough to remember the brands but I will forever remember not to buy this again."


"Dangerous drug, associated with many side effects, even after you stop taking it.  I took a similar one (a quinolone) and came out in a terrible rash.  Had bad taste in mouth, and aches and pains.  I also suffered hallucinations.  All these reactions have been strongly associated with this group of antibiotics.  Best avoided."


"I have been on Levora for 2 months now.  I was on Ortho-Cyclen prior and was switched due to changes in my daily medication regimen.  About 1 week into starting the pack I noticed that I am ravenously hungry all the time.  It is similar to when I was pregnant.

I've also suffered from increased acne on my face.  This could be from stress, but I've never had a problem until starting Levora.

Probably the most distressing side effect I've experienced is a marked decrease in my libido.  Suffice to say that I enjoyed my intimate moments prior to starting this medication.  Now sexual encounters are uncomfortable (vaginal dryness) and few and far between. Complete change from where I was.  The "big O" is harder to achieve, too."


"I see there are way too many women crying about the "burning" that this causes and saying using it isn't worth the pain ?? I'm sorry but I would rather have some burning from the medicine for a little while than have a fungal infection in my vagina for weeks. It's not going to go away on its own. I get one every time I get off my period because my pH balance down there goes crazy and I always use this and yes it burns but some of you have given birth - for god sake toughen up."


"Suffered from memory loss/lapse and muscle aches/cramps in my legs.  Switched to Crestor and have had no side effects at all."


"Right now I am currently on my second pack. My nurse recommend this. I'm a beginner, I'm still nervous about this though. A little bit of history, I had TERRIBLE irregular period, and I'm sexually active. After the first pack, my period came and gone exact when it should be (which is the last 7 days). My mild acne seem to be SLOWLY cleaning up. Plus side is it helps my partner and I saving money from buy boxes of condoms. I saw quite a few reviews about breast growing, that hasn't happened to me but I'm hoping maybe later on. Side effects are just cramps and I noticed that I get drunk a lot easier and faster than normally would. I would give it a 10 but I'm only on my 2nd pack so not so sure yet. However ladies, EVERYONE is DIFFERENT. But it doesn't hurt to try out."


"I got put on movisse a month ago, since then I am AMAZED !! This is the best birth control I have ever used my skin is pretty much clear now , I don't really get a period just some break through bleeding and I don't have to many side effects. I am so happy with this pill unlike others I have tried I highly recommended it!! Not to mention its 13.00 for three packs !!!! Love love love it"


"I've been taking Tri-Sprintec for 4 years, it works well to avoid pregnancy and regulate my period, but I've gained almost 20lbs and I have spurts of intense anger and sadness. Sometimes I'm really hungry and other times I can't eat a thing without feeling sick and bloated. Sex is usually painful, but my sex drive has escalated greatly, especially the week after my period."


"I got my life back with Mobic. I can move again without pain and stiffness."


"I've had this for a month- perfect. No pain, no cramps- feel completely normal and happy! This is the birth control I've been looking for. I'm on my first period- showed up like clock work and very light. No pain! Great. Give it a shot."


"I went on this pill after being on the NuvaRing for several years, and I have never felt so depressed.  My life is wonderful and relatively low stress, but everything seems like a hurdle while I'm taking this pill.  Not to mention a severely decreased sex drive. I actually look forward to my period weeks when I don't have the hormones in my system!  Definitely looking forward to going off this pill - almost a year of it and the only positive was not getting pregnant!"


"My fiancé and I have been trying to conceive for four years. We are both 26 years old. Last year I was rushed into emergency surgery because I had cancerous cysts on my right ovary and cysts that had burst. After the procedure was done my doctor told me that my left ovary didn't work. It wasn't producing anything. So, he told me that that cancerous cysts were probably the cause of why we hadn't gotten pregnant yet and if in a year we still weren't pregnant to come back in. Well, one year went by and nothing. So, he prescribed me clomid and told me to take it day 1 of my period for 5 days. I am currently on day 4/5 and have had no serious side affects besides a minor headache that goes away with tylenol. I am so excited to see if this works!"


"I like this medicine very much . It's a smoother form of adderal but not as habit forming . I can eat and sleep . I can concentrate better and enjoy life . It really helps me with my depression ."


"It causes diarrhea frequently,  makes you tired but it considerably lessens my arthymias as the Doctor wanted my heart to stop being shocked from my implanted ICD/ pacemaker.    I'm only in the first month of taking it and if the diarrhea continues the Doctor may be taking me off of it."


"I was on Lexapro for close to 5 months - didn't work for me, it made me More anxious.  Told my dr & weaned off of it.  I would not recommend it."


"I've been on this medication for two weeks and now I'm experiencing cystic acne and a horrible horrible massive breakout on my face back chest shoulders and even neck! I have never had this bad of acne and I'm getting worried. My doctor told me that this medication would not do the whole worse before better thing so what's going on? Please if anyone knows anything please help."


"Suprep worked well, no complaints it did taste sweet like heavy cough syrup but yet heavily salty tasting. Mix it with cold Martinelli's apple and pear cider; easier to consume. Round 1, 5 pm, I poured 6 ounces of cooled suprep into 16 ounce container then filled it with cold cider and used a straw. I took 30 minutes to finish then drank 32 ounces of warm gatorade within the hour. No stomach upset or vomiting or cramping, took about 3 hours to complete the elimination process.  Get a magazine and hang out in bathroom or watch a movie on a mobile device until the process slows down.  Word of advice, get some A and D ointment prior to going, it will save your bum. Round 2, 4 am, did the same, no issues.  930 appt easy as could ever be."


"I am a 40 yr old female with heavy bleeding and painful ovarian cysts. My gyn recommended this pill. I almost completed my sample pack. I am on the 2ndbrown pill and awaiting my period. It makes me nervous when I don't see my period. At least I am happy to read that I will see my period when I take the third brown pill. I have to say that the first month was rough. I had very bad headaches and I noticed I was very moody and even felt depressed. I did not experience any nausea or weight gain. I will stick it out for three months and see what will happen"


"I had the implanon in for the whole 3 years I gained around 50 lbs I had no energy to do anything. I had terrible mood swings I would cry and feel down so much of the time. I didn't get a period the whole time I was on it I had light spotting maybe twice a year for a few days randomly. I got really bad headaches as well. And I ended up with ovarian cysts as well. I did not have a good experience at all."


"I had my Mirena inserted on Aug 14th and so far other than bloating and spotting, I'm having a good experience with it. I got mine inserted at planned parenthood and it was uncomfortable but pain was similar to what I experience during pap smears, so not totally undoable. I'm curious to know when those who mentioned it caused weight gain started to notice it? Because I am already overweight and gaining lbs is not an option. Just trying to get a gage on when I should stop checking the scale relentlessly for any change. Thanks."


"For the first few months everything was fine. My periods were short and light and I didn't experience any cramps. After about a year or so I started gaining so much weight and experiencing mood swings, increased sex drive and tender breasts. I believe the birth control does its job, but the side effects aren't worth it. I got off of them for awhile and my body felt so much better/ balanced but I got back on to regulate my period again because it came on every 2 weeks. I'm switching as soon as I can."


"Wanted to share a positive story on here! I love the Paragard and recommend it to everyone I know. I am currently 21, got my Paragard inserted in July 2014 when I had just turned 19. Never been pregnant or given birth. I had never been on birth control because I didn't want to use hormonal birth control or take a pill everyday. Gyno prescribed Misoprostol to take before the process, which I believe really helped with insertion. The IUD failed to insert twice, but went through the third time, and I've had NO problems since! Works perfectly with a steady boyfriend, I love the long-term use and no hormones. I highly recommend for young women who don't want to have children until their late 20's/early 30's!"


"10/10 miracle for my ADD, fog/fatigue, OCD. Can now take things 1 at a time. No more racing thoughts! Minimal side effects. Thank you for helping!!!"


"On November 18th I started Saxenda I'm now into my fourth week of the injections and I  am happy to report I have lost
20 lbs.  Finally a medication that works  in the fight against obesity. Constipation can be an issue but I find I can keep things moving, lol, by taking one Senokot twice daily. I had very few side affects that only lasted a few days. However I do find if I eat too much I get a stomach ache that only lasts a few minutes.
I love this drug! I will probably be on it for a few years. Good luck to anyone who is considering this drug."


"I had Implanon inserted in March of 2010 and it was fantastic for the first 8 months. However, shortly after October I began my period, and it continued NONSTOP for the following 5 months until I finally caved and had it removed. Both of my college roommates had it, one a whole 3 years before me. My advice would be to see how you react to hormones before you make this commitment. "


"It made my white zits disappear.
Made my skin smooth
So yeah this works for gross zits that you can pop & the tender red bumps."


"I took 3 doses and when I got in my truck I heard a rip in my crotch I could no longer  drive that vehicle because I couldn't jump up to get in I had to buy a vehicle that I could just sit in a day or 2 later I was just pushing up in bed with my arm and I heard a rip in my elbow I quit doing anything and quit the meds drank alot of water to let it heal in later time had xray chiropractor found gap in dimond s sape bone in hip area of crotch ????? Is that what ripped??

Be carefull  taking this I was told this could happen even6 month to a year later after taking it :("


"I have had Irritable Bowel Syndrome for 30 years and it has gradually gotten so bad that I told my doctor that I could no longer have a normal life and I hated what irritable bowel syndrome was doing to me. He prescribed 10mg of nortriptyline and I highly doubted it would help. I was already on another antidepressant. However, it helped so much...it is a God send! I can now enjoy life again. I can eat! I am not worrying about how I am going to get through the day with stomach pain. I can make plans to do things. I can enjoy my family and work again."


"I tried Effexor about eight ago, for a few weeks. Terrible medication! Racing thoughts, my anxiety level went skyrocketing.  Soon when I started using the drug, I started to emerge strong and badly violent obsessive thoughts, albeit I am usually very kind, easy going and non violent person. No, I did not implement these thoughts, thank goodness,  because I understood theme as obsessive thoughts, which were caused by the drug. I had no appetite and had to force my self to eat or drink.  It was really scary. It took weeks to recovery. I was suggested to try it again last year, I said absolutely no! Never!"


"My experience has been a positive one, the start up of this drug was a little difficult to get through but after about 8 weeks, wow. I noticed that certain scenarios that would cause obsessive thoughts and anxiety were not happening as frequently and if they did I let them go easily. I began little by little to be brave again and it feels great. I am very sleepy but once I get started it's fine and have increased sweating which is a pain but a lot better than how I was before I started."


"I also experienced the scary non stop bleeding and now ... there's none . I'm on the last week expecting my period and nothing ! I have been on it about 6 months now so maybe it's "evening out". Is there any danger in the clots not coming out because come to mention it I haven't had any since I started .."


"Ladies if your derm won't give go to your Ob-Gyn. They will usually definitely give it to you for pms i.e. swelling, menstrual cramps etc..thats what i take it periodically for and it works 100%.  Some will give it to you for acne. Either way get it how you can from you OB. Idk why but something told me to look the drug up for acne, because for some stupid reason at 39 acne is killing my pretty smooth chocolate skin complexion. Never ever had acne before. So I'm depressed and desperate. So glad I found this site. But ladies Ob -Gyn/ gynecologist will prescribe for reasons list above I guarantee it!!!!!"


"It is not an overstatement to say that clonidine probably saved my life.  I drank very heavily through most of my twenties.  By the time I was 29, I was up to over a fifth of 80 proof a day, if not more.  I would drink as much as I physically could, basically. I also drank so heavily because I have always had panic attacks and anxiety and the alcohol helped calm my nerves, until I woke up, and it was much worse, and the cycle continued.  I tried to quit other ways, but the withdrawal was too much.  I was honest with my psychiatrist and she put me on Valium and clonidine.  I tried a benzo alone, but it wasn't enough to stop the agitation.  The combination made it more bearable.  I took it day by day and now am sober going on 2 years."


"I tried this for anxiety, but unfortunately it killed my stomach and I had to stop after 2 weeks. Upon the first dose, I became very nauseous. I moved the dosing time to after my largest meal, but it did not help. My stomach would cramp for 3 hours after taking the pill. It gave my heartburn also. I had zero appetite and could not even think about eating a vegetable for all 14 days. I could only eat very bland foods in very tiny amounts. I have gastritis and this drug flared it so badly, I had to take Prilosec. If you have stomach/GI issues of any kind, I would not suggest this drug. I would also advise you check with your insurance on the cost. I was given a sample pack, then called my insurance and it was going to be $223/month for me."


"I was referred to GI Dr. due to years of constipation and unproductive trial after trial of every over the counter medication and whollistic remedy known to man, I surrendered and began taking approximately 4 times the suggested dose of OTC stimulant laxative. This went on for 3-4 years and I knew I was dehydrating when began to have cotton eye- (like cotton mouth).
So my GI doc prescribed linzess and it worked right away but unfortunately I didn't know it! Its weird, I had none of the normal sensations of a bowel movement but SHWOOSH there it was and there was no stopping it! It was too late before I even felt anything! Thank God I was home! I have a sensitive awareness of my body and its processes so its not like I have no feeling either"


"Adderall has really helped me stay focused in school. Just be careful with your doses."


"I've had the nexplanon since 2012, the first round was amazing, no period no side effects what so ever, my second round on the other hand has been pretty bad, I've had the second round about a year now and a couple months after I got a period and was getting it about twice a month, finally I went to my Gyno and he prescribed me progesterone pills a series of 14 and it stopped finally.. then started back up every other week again, I felt like I was going crazy my mood swings and anxiety were on another lever so finally I got blood work at the endocrinologist Bc I thought some thing was seriously wrong with me. Then I went on this website and saw a lot of similar stories about the nexplanon so I have an appointment in the am to get it removed!"


"48 year old guy 6'1 287 pounds high bp,ache joints. I got overweight after I got married and tried to work more then I should. When I travel that expense account was way to easy to eat too much. Started Belviq July 2014 and now weigh 209 pounds. I got 15 more to go but feel good and healthy. My eating habits have changed as I eat more vegetables and less pasta. My exercise is riding the bike indoors and outdoors weather permitting. Glad to feel better with the exception of a little headache this works fine."


"I love this medication. Have lost 40 lbs and my blood sugar greatly improved. Fought the yeast infection by taking a low dose over the counter vaginal yeast suppository 2x per week that was prescribed by my doctor. Only bad thing is that I do have hair loss that I think is from this medication. Hoping it is temporary."


"I had my doctor write an prescription for this when the aloe and Biafine they recommended just wasn't doing the trick.  I was in fairly bad shape after 2.5 weeks of treatment. By the end of the fourth week, 1.5 weeks on Radiaplexrx, I was better than at the end of the 2nd week. Now I'm in my 5th week and it is starting to get bad again, BUT I believe the gel has slowed down the process.  I wish I had used it from the beginning."