"I have chronic back and neck pain from 2 car accidents, I was rear ended.  Had to have a 3 level cervical fusion with titanium plate 5 years ago.
I was on Exalgo 8 mg, with Dilaudid or Norco for breakthrough pain.  Norco always worked better for breakthrough pain, but don't like being forced to take acetaminophen that's in Norco.  Just switched to 10 mg Zohydro 2x/day.  Side effects were headache, nausea  and a knot in my stomach.  Which lasted the first 1-2 hours.  My Md gave me Zofran for nausea which worked.  My pain control is great!  I am also sleeping much better.  I do take some Norco for breakthrough, but so much better! This is day 3, and side effects seem to be gone! Great medicine.  Need to get coupon working for me.  Thanks Zohydro!"


"Took Cipro and Bactrim during Chemo and Radiation.  Did not work, may have been because of the Chemo and Radiation, just not sure.   I am now on my 3rd of 5 day Levaquin dose and passed my AZO UTI over the counter test this morning, yea.  Two months of a UTI is a bit much, although, I now know what works for future."


"Only been on this a couple days and I have headache and my throat feels dry and swollen."


"This pulled me right out of the zombie state the mood stabilizer   antidepressant combination had put me in. I still have swings, but they're not as deep or as long, and my mania is still stifled enough that it's productive rather than destructive."


"I have a bulging disc (right) lower back also get sciatica from time to time and pain in right shoulder. This is not my main complaint though. I have some form of nerve/muscle damage that causes severe random muscle/nerve spasms/twitching like a trapped nerve and random pains daily ever since I was hospitalized with a anxiety attack back in late Sept. 2014 I've had to put up with constant pain on a severe level daily and constantly uncomfortable from severe spasms like a trapped nerve daily along with severe chest pain in heart area, palpitations random muscle/nerve pains but severe, also daily. Some docs say nerve damage some say fibromyalgia Val.10mg x2 daily although I take it off & on helps alot."


"I'm a female in my 60's.  I have been on various anti-depressant medications for
about ten years. Nothing has helped much. I finally gave up on them all.
       My diagnoses: Depression & post traumatic stress disorder.

For the last 2 weeks I've been on 20mg of Latuda. What a positive experience!  It definitely helps me focus better. And helps decrease my depression.  The only
complaint is that I'm hungry more. My dr said I could increase to 40mg Latuda
and/or add Wellbutrin. Right now I'm okay with just 20mg Latuda.   Don't want to change anything right now.   Yes, I recommend it.

I don't know whether my Medicare will cover Latuda. My dr gave me samples."


"Somewhat effective but side effects were overwhelming. Nervousness, insomnia, and mental fogginess."


"I start my fourth week of Contrave tomorrow. The 4 a day week. So far I've only lost 4-5 pounds, but I've lost 3 inches in my waist, 1 inch in my hips and chest. Pounds a good but inches are great! As far as side effects go, constipation and mild head/neck ache since starting two in the morning. Starting weight 169 at 5'3 and 33 years old. My doctor gave me a discount card for this since insurance didn't cover it. Would've been $245 a month now only $90."


"I have been on macrobid twice for bladder infections.  It cleared them up, but the side effects knocked me off my feet for days.  Fever of 101 - 102 and flu-like achiness and wicked headaches or the entire time I was on the medication.  The first time I took it the doctor said I must have had the flu too.  The second time I called him after three days and had him switch me to another antibiotic."


"This medication  is extremely effective. Well on it for the very first time I did not get seasonal asthma or bronchitis. However I've been uncharacteristically sad and emotional. I've been talking to my friends about it because I can't understand why I'm being so emotional and sensitive. Today I looked at the bottle and saw the side effects. My emotions became unruly at the same time as I started taking the medication.  I will be stopping it immediately"


"I'm writing this to help calm some fears. I was freaking out reading these reviews about 3 weeks ago.

I had protected sex with a condom, but it broke and we didn't realize until we were done.  He came inside me; none was in the condom.  It was also the middle of my cycle, so I was fertile.  I freaked, cleaned up, and went to CVS.  I took the plan b about an hour after the incident.  The next day I had weird cramps and felt like I needed to throw up.  Then I had no other side effects until about 10 days after taking plan b when I started spotting.  I spotted very lightly for 5 days then all of a sudden got a pretty heavy period that lasted a week. I'm so relieved it worked!  I'm glad I took it so soon or it may not have worked."


"My wife has had sweats for about 2 years. The doctor prescribed Drysol. I tried part of her back one night, and it did nothing. Second night I did her whole back and lower neck, and applied the plastic. It itched was so bad she couldn't stand it. "


"I am a 20 years old male, I was never involved in sports in high school. I started taking Adipex February of 2013, it is now June and I have lost 57 lbs! I have gotten off the medicine for about a month now and only take a pill every now and then as I start to lose my motivation but coming from 334 lbs and only being 5'10" it is amazing the difference you feel in your entire body. I am a full time college student and that makes it hard to focus on your health, but Adipex does it for me. I have had the dry mouth and it does tend to make me extremely irritable sometimes, but still does the job I have gone from a 48 in jeans to a 44 and some 42s fit."


"I never experienced the "burning sensation" that I keep seeing other people mention? But I did experience the extreme itch. However, I was extremely itchy prior to the product so... Perhaps its just me healing. (Ever have an itchy scab? Probably a similar concept in healing..) My yi is definitely gone. I know my mom used to do the extreme one day doses as well.. So.. Maybe it just works for our DNA? I know everyone is different but this worked well for me."


"I have a history of kidney stones (very painful) and Vicodin is the pain killer of choice.  Tylenol 3 is very similar. My doctor has alternated between them. When Vicodin doesn't work (about 10% of the time) I have to go to the emergency room for a Morphine injection."


"I started taking Cymbalta 6 months ago.  I know that they say this medicine can take about 3 weeks to kick in, however, I felt relief within hours of taking it.  Maybe it's some medical miracle or my body finally got what it needed.  I am a well educated woman who had a rough childhood.  I tried different anti-depressants over the years and never felt anything like this.  I stopped having suicidal thoughts.  The side effects were: loss of appetite and so tired that I had to lay down in the afternoon.  The only other medication I take is birth control.  I discovered the following:  If I take my birth control at night before bed and the 30mg Cymbalta in the morning then I'm not tired.  The side effects went away by the 12th week so hang in there!"


"It worked for the allergies but I can not sleep. I took it early yesterday morning around 7 it is 1:15 am now. I tried melatonin and a Benadryl nothing! Never never again!"


"It works, just be patient. Been using it for 8 months,  and my hair is thicker. I use it twice a day."


"I have Harrington rods in my back from having severe scoliosis, so I had a spinal fusion when I was 16. Now that I am 24 yrs old I suffer from severe pain from the rods. Percocet 10/325 is a lifesaver! Without this medication I would be in trouble. I can actually go to the park with my kids and enjoy life again without being in agony. I take every dose as prescribed. This is a great medicine for chronic pain patients!"


"Dilaudid is a powerful drug that works great. I found my tolerance for it raised and an increase in dosage was needed. "


"I am the wife of a man currently taking Eligard. I have to say it has worked to keep the prostate cancer from spreading. Which is absolutely wonderful. However it has caused a lot of other problems which has effected both of us. He has absolutely no sexual desire, he has developed which appears to be breast, his penis has become inverted and his testicles have decreased in size. His muscle mass has decreased as well and the weight gain is mostly in his belly. I can only hope that he will regain his man hood if and when he is taken off this medication."


"I was on Xanax for a couple of years for severe panic attacks. I started out on .25 mg and soon that was not enough. I had to keep increasing the dose as my panic and anxiety increased. I ended up becoming agoraphobic. I could not leave my house without taking a handful of Xanax first. In the end, I was taking way , way, way too much enough to kill an elephant. I know it sounds hard to believe. It's amazing I am still alive. I had to beg my insurance company to put me in the hospital to detox. I tried to kill myself. I almost died while in the hospital. They took me down to 8 mg a day and I had a grand mal seizure and almost died. It was the most horrible experience of my life. Be careful. It's highly addicting."


"I started taking this about 8 months ago and up until 4 months ago I was fine with it. I have been suffering major depression, suicidal thoughts, anger issues( I never had anger issues before this pill), and I'm always bleeding. I get spotting at least every week for three days. My sex drive has decreased. I am constantly having yeast infections and when I get turned on I can barely get wet like I use to normally before I took this pill no matter how horny I am. Even though high blood pressure runs in my family as an 18 year old my blood pressure is way to high especially for taking birth control and my blood presume meds. Whatever you do, DON'T TAKE THIS BIRTH CONTROL. Calling my doctor tomorrow to get off this drug after reading into it."


"This drug is scary!!! The 20mg dose puts me on the threshold of sleep, without allowing me to actually fall asleep. I accidentally thought the maximum dose was 40mg so I took two 20mg pills. It really did make me fall asleep, but you can forget about trying to function at all the following day. I am quite desperate for sleep, so now I take 35mg when I have absolutely nothing going on the next day. I am retired and can stay at home without having to drive anywhere. The half-life of this drug is 12 hours!!! That means if you take a 20mg pill, your still going to have 10mg in your system 12 hours later. I can see why people fall asleep driving to work. Ambien on the other hand has a half-life of only of about 2.5 hours. DANGEROUS drug!!!"


"Not only do I have Interstitial Cystitis, but I also have an extremely small bladder. After the 2nd surgery to stretch it, it still only has a capacity of 350 mL. My doctor just started me on Elmiron for the pain, and will do a Botox treatment for the bladder spasms in a couple weeks. Since I started taking the Elmiron, I have noticed blurred vision. I was just wondering if anyone else has experienced this, or if it is unrelated and the onset of symptoms is just a coincidence."


"I have been on Lutera for 8 months. It has made my period super consistent; it always comes on the same day or the day after. My period lasts about 5 days; not much different from when I was not on the pill. I have not had any spotting. I get cramps occasionally the first day or two on my period, but the cramps are not as bad as they used to be and not as frequent. I have not had any bad side effects except for occasional bloating, acne flare-up around when I'm getting my period, and some mood swings. Overall, I am pleased, so do not be afraid to try this kind; however, birth control affects every one differently so you may have a completely different experience than me!"


"I have been taking Aromasin for 3 months now and still wake up every night in pain on my hand, tingling and burning along with joint pain.  "


"Took Prednisone for severe amoxicillin allergy.  For 24 hours at a time this stopped my tongue from swelling and all hives disappeared. "


"I have had right hip pain for two years everyday all day hurts worse when I sit down at work then get up from my desk and try to walk I had started to limp . I tried Naproxen, Celebrex ,  lodine , Cymbalta and Tramadol nothing took the pain away . I had a MRI and went to see a spine Dr no one could tell me why I had the pain Upon walking into a physical therapy office the receptionist told me about Voltaren gel. I had my Dr. prescribe it after the third day I realized the pain was not as bad and by the fifth day it was barely noticeable. This is a miracle I use a small amount of gel in the morning and maybe another small amount before I go to bed."


"I'm 21 years old and got the Skyla IUD put in four months ago. Worst pain I've ever felt. I don't get a period at all, but I randomly get crampy/moody. My doctor told me if wasn't supposed to affect my mood because the hormones only release throughout the uterus. I recently started researching common side effects (something I should have done before) and discovered that depression is common. I'm more depressed than I've ever been -- no appetite, often tired/lathargic, etc. Additionally I have absolutely no interest in having sex. The past four months have been really rough. I'm looking to get this thing removed. :("


"In my experience, the Mirena was not for me. I was not able to lose weight, I gained weight, with only having it for 6 months. SEX was good, but not what it used to be. It felt like it was poking me. I was aware of the bleeding and how it will be, but it's been 6 months and I am bleeding every week for 4-5 days! Did not like this. I am getting this out. "


"I tested positive for HIV in January this year and started treatment with Triumeq at the end of February with CD4 < 150 and VL 66,000. On 26 March I had bloodwork again, with CD4 = 415 and VL < 40.  I think the results speak for themselves, this drug is like a nuke. Zero side effects except for general malaise and fatigue during the first couple of days - which I however attribute to Immune Reconstitution Syndrome. Unless you are hypersensitive to abacavir, I believe there is scarcely anything better on the market at the moment."


"I was switched from Genress Fe, the birth control I was on for 5 years, to Glidess Fe 1/20, the pill my insurance would agree to cover. Before starting on Glidess, I had no mood swings, no acne, and no spotting - even when switched to generic Genress. As soon as I started Glidess, I began to to get angry over silly things just prior to my period beginning. I also began to break out in acne -a problem that I had not had for about 4 years. Then today, I had random spotting even though I've been on the pill for 4 months and am extremely moody (something that was never a problem when on the other pill). To say I'm dissatisfied would be an understatement. I will be calling my OB/GYN to switch the pill tomorrow morning."


"I remember being horrified by looking at myself in the mirror. Crying non stop, but ever since I started using Epiduo, My confidence is back. I haven't been this happy in months and Epiduo really did the trick to my skin. It may have burned at first and peeled a lot but my face is a lot clearer and I recommend it to everyone with acne problems!"


"Zoloft, for me, has been a wonder drug.  It worked incredibly well for me in combating anxiety associated with Post Natal Depression.  Initially I had the shakes and dry mouth and a little dizziness, but that passed after a couple of weeks.  I highly recommend sticking with the side effects and trying it for at least 8 weeks.  From being almost bed bound, I completed a nursing degree, got a great job and am raising 2 kids as a single Mum.  I found keeping busy the helps with my anxiety.  CBT and Zoloft were, however, the most effective treatments for keeping panic at bay."


"I have been struggling with arthritis-like pain for months. Swollen joints, pain, hard to move around, and muscle weakness. Started taking vitamin D3 and the difference was night and day. Strength is restored, pain is decreasing... I am on the mend. I used to work outside but now in an office all the time, I guess it played a bigger role in my health than I realized."


"It was convenient having the diminished periods.  However, when I was on this pill it put me into a horrible major depression.  I had never before experienced any mental trauma or illness, and as soon as I realized that it might have been this birth control and took myself off of it I was basically back to normal in about two weeks.  It affects everyone differently, but I also had found out that  friend of mine was on this pill and she, too was uncharacteristically depressed. "


"I've had the implant since October 2015 so I've been on it 1 and a half years. Unlike a lot of people, at the start I had a great experience, my periods got much lighter and then stopped all together and I felt great. However recently, since starting university in September, I've had dramatic mood swings and often cry hysterically about nothing when I'm by myself. It's making it hard for me to study and taking its toll on my long distance relationship. I'm thinking about getting it out but I'm not hesitant to go onto any other hormonal contraception. Luckily I'm under 25 in the UK so the NHS will cover any new cost and provide advise. I just want to feel like myself again."


"My 10 year old son was placed on Intuniv for his severe case of ADHD because stimulants make him angry due to his Anxiety. All other medicines have not worked. My son after 2 weeks began communicating with his teachers. They love this new kid and he talks about his feelings like he never has before. His friends are not asking to come visit again. His true personality has appeared and I love it. He writes like he's in 8th grade, his a very high IQ but it was not showing up on his class work. He is now able to keep up and he plays basketball with no anxiety. 25 points in one game, his self esteem has improved drastically. I love it. Although we still have some work to do for his obsessive compulsive disorder, he loves the medication and reminds me if I forget about it."


"This is the best mood stabilizer I have been on!"


"I have had my iud for 4 years now and have recently been experiencing sever heavy bleeding for the last 3-4 months. Other than that it has worked"


"I went on the depo in May '15 and just about due for my next dose. I like to have a positive outlook on life but my experience with depo has been dreadful! The evening I got it I started getting severe bug like stomach cramps, shivering and felt really unwell, this lasted for just over 2 weeks. Then about a week later I started bleeding and have yet to stop, on top of that, I've been losing weight, nausea, very sore breasts, bad cramping, low mood, fatigue, loss of appetite, strong sense of smell and taste (even gone off foods I used to love - almost feel pregnant in a way!) lots of migraines and over all feel very unwell. Doctor said I've just got to wait it out. Worst decision ever - never again!"


"Found this opinion forum just after waking in the night with Trigeminal Neuralgia type 2 excruciating pain.  Doc prescribed oxcarbazepine but hadn't taken it consistently because of the side effects.  In the time it took to read everyone's comments here the medicine brought my pain way down."


"This medicine will make you feel like you been hit by a car everyday, exhausted, plus your liver and pancreas take a massive hit.
I had constant pain and all my crohns complaints returned, I was fine on prednisone and entocort but my doctor wanted to make it even better.. please pay EXTREME CAUTION using this medicine before ending up in the hospital. I'm not saying this medicine is bad but for one person it seems extremely well or extremely bad, in my case the worst time I ever been through. Pay attention!"


"I've dealt with moderate acne since I was roughly 12 years old. I've tried just about every acne treatment out there with no prevail. When I started my Retin-A (0.025) treatment 5 months ago I became really discouraged by my skins immediate discolouration, mostly red, and the flakiness it created. I came close a couple times to giving up, especially when my skin wasn't clearing up and how sore I was some days from the continuous use. But this past month has been the turn around. I feel I am finally out of the so called 'purge' and my skin is becoming clear and smooth like it has been in past for short stints. The best advice I can give any user is to have patience. It's not an overnight fix, but the long term results are worth it."


"I am classified in the BMI category as Obese. I need to lose 90 pounds and since starting Belviq in October of 2016,  I have lost 42 pounds.  I have started working out because I know that just losing the weight was not enough, I needed to get my heart going again.  I have no medical issue,  so it is just about getting the weight off for a healthier me.  It took about 3 weeks for my weight to start dropping and it has been slow. There are times where I will lose weight and then I might go a week and lose nothing.  The main thing is not giving up and getting out their and trying. I can't run a mile YET, but I can walk it.  Don't stop trying and don't give up on Belviq. It really helps."


"I've had my Implanon since October of 2011. I spotted for a few days right after I had it inserted but then I didn't get my period for well over a year! I've only had my period once since then and I'm happy with that. On the other hand I have noticed various mood changes and a little depression. The worst part is my sex drive has gone down so much. My husband doesn't believe me when I say it's the hormones (I almost didn't believe myself at one point) but after reading all these reviews I'm sure it is. It's a great method of birth control but definitely affects everyone differently, so far as not getting pregnant, it works."


Conjugated estrogens / medroxyprogesterone

"I had a heavy painful period and was clotty. Also breast tenderness. I needed stop this medicine after being on it just one month...."


"I've been using brintellix for 3 months now - 20mg
- Depression is almost completely over & back to work
- Side effects still ongoing - dry mouth - weight gain - stomach bloating - abdominal pain ( less frequent now) - dizziness

Looking forward to reduce dosage & slowly getting off it."


"pain relief was OK but it caused terrible nausea and headaches after 3 days of taking 10/325 every four hours after shoulder surgery. "


"I am only 2 hrs into my first dose of Prednisone but felt compelled to write a review as it was 'It CAN Be Ok" review posted on Dec 26, 2014 that really helped me to actually take it. I had a horrific experience Aug 2014 when my doctor put me on a beta blocker and I had a really bad reaction. I was unaware of what it was then, apparently it was an anxiety/panic attack.  Since then I have been afraid to take anything for fear of repeat.  I've only been dealing with mild anxiety since that episode, probably because of that episode. New back injury- I was prescribed Pred. I was afraid to take it until I read 12/26/14 post.  I took the muscle relaxer 1st 3 hours ahead, took my predn w/ dinner, NO Anxiety! NOTHING! I feel great! Fingers crossed!"


"Was taking 10 7.5/325 daily for severe auto immune joint foot pain and nerve pain.  60mg time release. 9 out of 10 days I'm fully functional like a normal mom.  My only issue is IBS... if I take in the AM and have my guts evacuate I am forced to suffer with only my 3 daily allowed break through pain medication.  Then if I don't double up the break through the withdrawal symptoms cause my guts to keep dumping.  I have slow digestion and it works about 19 to 22 hours.  I imagine a regular digestive system would burn through this medicine before 24 hours.  I tried it at night first and really enjoyed waking up without pain but had trouble the last 3 hours before the next dose. I would rather spend those wasted hours in bed each morning."


"Wannabehepcfree
And all others that think they can't afford these drugs. Contact the drug manufacturer. Each drug has their own programs to pay for the drugs, if insurance will not. Treatment is available to everyone. You just have to go straight to the drug manufacturers themselves. This is how I did the peg-interferion, ribovirun them drugs sucked. I start new drugs in September 2017 and am really nervous. Past drugs made white blood cell count go really low, I had zero energy but worst of all I felt like I had insects under my skin constantly. I failed treatment. Haven't heard any of you say you had itching or the feeling of bugs under skin so ya! That's good. Good luck to all."


"I'm 18. Got the mirena iud for prolonged heavy periods. I have been off and on of various forms of birth control for nearly 3-4 years trying to fix this problem. Birth control was working, but I wanted something more permanent because I was tired of taking the pill everyday. I've had the IUD since Feb 28 and for the first few months my periods were everyday and heavy. Now it's August 12 and I still get periods, but they are very light(pantyliner bearable). However I'm still concerned because I don't like the feeling of bleeding everyday, even if it is light. I'm not satisfied with mirena and at this point I'm not sure what to do about my period problems."


"I was diagnosed 5.5 days ago and only have 3 pills left.  I absolutely hate taking meds and these are the worst!  I don't feel tired but do have dry mouth and the metallic taste, everything taste awful while on the meds.  The odor went away after 2 days of meds but I'm continuing on with the meds to fully clear it up.  I was told that you shouldn't wear pants too tight, shower right away after a workout and cotton panties only!  Good luck!"


"I have been taking Matazapine for just over 2 years now. I have a fear of dieing in my sleep so never really relaxed when I had to go to sleep and would be up all night. When I started taking them I was on out like a light I couldn't keep my eyes open and they really helped me sleep real quick. 2 years on they still help me sleep not to the point I am struggling to keep my eyes open but to a more natural state which is what I liked about them as they help your body adjust over time. I  am now on 30mg and when I take them it relaxes me to help me go to sleep naturally with out thinking about it. I recommend this to any one who struggles with insomnia/ death fear like I did. It's worth trying to get yourself back on track with your sleep."


"I received the implant in May 2015, I loved it at first. My implant never hurt, I didn't have a scar or anything. However, my mood changed drastically. I went through anxiety, depression and I gained almost 30 pounds. I've always been very active so the weight gain was unexplainable."


"I was given this in the ER when I went in with nausea/vomiting problems. I've taken a couple of the 4mg tabs since I've been home and they work great. Problem is that I only was prescribed 5 tabs and I'm having trouble getting more. I suffer from anxiety and am feeling nauseous on a daily basis. I also think this is pre-menopausal nausea since I've suffered from gastric problems in the past. Hoping to get more. Don't want to have to take it but I sure want it available to me."


"My doctor started me on this after my BP was high and since I am a busy mom the once a day dosing would be easy. Within two days my blood pressure was controlled and I slept great. Nursing hint, take your blood pressure meds that cause drowsiness at night. The Procardia helped me sleep wonderfully. However, I ended up with a massive fecal impaction from this medication and almost shut down my intestines. Be aware it is a bad, bad side effect."


"I took one 7.5 mg pill at 8 a.m. and at 4 p.m. I started getting a headache, felt nauseous and had serious stomach problems.

The side effects really scared me."


"I developed sweaty armpits in high school and just dealt with it for many years by layering tshirts and wearing patterns, etc.  Finally about a year ago I talked to my derm about it and he prescribed Hypercare.  I was skeptical but took daily applications to start and then sure enough my armpit sweating reduced easily by 90%.  I was shocked it worked so well!  I only need to re-apply once a week or so.  Been working like that for over a year.  I also have sweaty palms but Hypercare didn't help on my palms.  But I am so grateful for having the armpit issue solved.  Just be sure your armpits are fully dry when you apply to avoid irritation."


"Hi girls (and guys), I know you're probably scared and worried right now and searching every single website on the internet right now to see what is going on. My boyfriend and I had sex on February 20th on the last day of my period without a condom, just to be safe we thought we should take the pill. Well I was scheduled to get my period on the 19th and I had taken the pill 2 times before just to be safe. I waited and waited and read reviews on this site just like you are now. I took two pregnancy tests after I had waited 4 days without a period (most nerve wracking moments of my life), they were negative and finally 8 days late came Aunt Flow. So with that ladies and gentlemen, be patient, don't stress as easy as it is, it will come soon!"


"This drug is a miracle drug for me! I had no side effects whatsoever, actually felt better on the drug, it made me fell stronger while using. I cleared up my HEP after having it for over 30 years, got it with an air gun before going over to Vietnam,  Geno 3A, after a failed attempt with that horrible treatment interferon! I wouldn't recommend interferon &  ribavirin,  treatment on my worst enemies! So there is hope with all the new drugs! good luck! 5.00 co pay from the drug company also!"


"I have been using NuvaRing for 2 months. I have been very emotional, have bad anxiety, shaking of hands and whole body, very nauseous all the time. I don't think this is a good birth control option for me at all. When I used birth control pills I never experienced anything like this. It may be good for others but not for me."


"My family history includes high bp. I started taking Lisinopril 20mg about 6 months ago in combination with HCTZ 7.5mg. The meds have greatly reduced my bp from 170/105 to 98/65. The side effects I experienced are dizziness, nausea and lack of sex drive. My lifestyle includes eating healthy and excercise. I'm considering asking my provider to lower my lisinopril dose."


"Much like the other posters have said, this drug is a life-saver. Dealing with crippling anxiety was impacting my life and work. Once I got placed on it everything just kinda fell into place. I did not worry about everything, sleep came easier, and the over all feeling was that I was normalized and could carry on. One caveat to this is that the feeling it does give is beautiful but it has a strong appeal to stay at that level. Probably be on this drug for life."


"I've been on quetiapine for years for bipolar. I started having really. Bad problems with sleeping. They upped my dose a few times, now I'm on 600 mg and still having trouble getting asleep. I've been on so many pills for sleep and nothing has worked,  I'm running out of choices, getting really irritated, I need sleep"


"Excellent  experience"


"My 15yr old daughter had Nexplanon implanted 3mths ago. Best choice given She has horrible periods & busy schd. Since then she has been sick several times, lost interest in a lot of things she once enjoyed, has continued to have light spotting since the implantation. 2mths ago she had sudden onset of facial swelling. Then 5wks ago she started having sinus/allergy symptoms. After 3 rounds of antibiotics, a steroid+starting allergy pill + nose spray she has not gotten better at all. Actually seems to have gotten worse.  She's miserable. She has constant cold chills, head aches, Shortness of breath, restless sleep & moodiness. She's almost seems depressed. She has had spotting the entire 3mths since implanted. She goes Monday to get it removed"


"Maxalt relieves my migraine in 1 hour however it does make me sleepy.  I love the fast dissolve feature. I will have to stop using it however due to the rising cost not covered by my insurance company.  I am now hoping Imitrex will work as well."


"It has been two weeks since my Skyla insertion.  The insertion was most people described.  More than just discomfort.  After the insertion, I immediately had to sit.  I was nauseous, sweating, and experiencing tremendous cramps. I opened the patient room door to let the nurses know I was not doing so hot.   Luckily, I have a wonderful doctor's office.   They had me lie down with the lights out with some water and a couple 800mg Ibuprofen.  My nurse assured me she had the exact same reaction.  I have had cramping since my procedure (some day its awful, some days manageable).  I am hoping they will subside soon.  I am happy to be off the pill.  I have been taking it for 16 years and am happy to not be ingesting all that extra estrogen."


"Finally found a drug which relieved my anxiety. 25mg before bed and it changed my life."


"I liked the fact that this medication help me focus but it seemed as I was very "distant". I didn't like how it made me just not want to move or do anything.  I am 24 and just recently found out I have ADHD and it is most likely I have had it all my life. I have trouble with finishing what I start and just can't stay focused! So right now it is just trying to find the right kind of medication for me before I start back up at school in January."


"I am a 70 year old woman. I have spinal stenosis. Each day I wake up thinking I won't need to take Vicodin today, but I do. I take 2 when the pain starts and it always takes the pain away. If I wait too long to see if the "PAIN WILL GET BETTER BY ITSELF" I'm only fooling myself. It never gets better by itself! My doctor tells me not to worry about addiction, that he knows how often I take it and he keeps track. So I let him do it."


"I started this med before a weight loss program. My problem was emotional eating. I've been taking it for a month.  I feel great. I find the nervous eating has stopped. My appetite has dropped tremendously.  Only side effect I am thirsty all the time which is okay anyway, I drink lots more water.  From reading all the remarks about this drug, its probably isn't for every one, but so are some other drugs. I can't take antibiotics.  I highly recommend this drug for weight loss. I've lost 8 lbs."


"Just recently started taking this, there's been some belly rumbling, but no BM. This report is about side effects of severe ringing ears, systemic sensation of itchiness like being bitten by little bugs. It's not severe like the ringing ears is, but its still kind of creepy. It seems the FDA did not do their job. Somebody's making money at consumer risk. The doctor gave
 me a sample..."


"I have been going through a tough time in my life, and Prozac wasn't cutting it. A psychiatrist gave me a sample of Abilify. I'm glad it was just a free sample, because this was NOT the medicine for me. I would bounce between feeling OK and being suicidal (I have never contemplated suicide before).

Things went really haywire the morning after taking my first dose. My legs felt so weak that I could not even get out of bed. It has been about 20 hours since my last dose, and I still feel like I'm going to collapse whenever I stand up. My brain feels like it's turned to mush - I stutter, and I'm very clumsy. The pharmacist said that 2% of people experienced muscle stiffness/myalgia with this medicine so I guess I'm one of the 2%."


"Colchicine was very effective when I was 40 to 50yrs old,stops pain in 8 hrs. Now when  I take it it   causes diarrhoea."


"Been not sleeping for over 10 months now. Usually over the years just a week at a time. This time up 3-4 times a night. About 4 hours of sleep. Started Restoril last night. Slept straight through. Yeay"


"Solodyn really worked great for me. My skin cleared up extremely fast and has stayed clear. I might get a slight pimple here and there but it usually goes away in about 2 days and is hardly even noticeable. I haven't experienced any side effects whatsoever. Solodyn is the first antibiotic I have ever taken for my acne so maybe that is why it has worked so well. I would definitely recommend Solodyn for anyone who has never taken oral antibiotics for their acne before."


"I have been on Focalin XR 10 mg for a week now and it seems to be pretty good. I have ADHD/ADD and I was on Vyvanse but it made me very moody and also made me drop 20 pounds in two months. Also noticed impulses on that medication. Focalin seems to be different I feel a bit zombish but I feel its not an issue. And I also have somewhat of an appetite. I feel much more focused."


"I have been taking dostinex/cabergoline for 14 years.  The main constant side effect is headaches. It feels like an ice pick is stabbing me in my head for a couple of seconds and then it goes away just as quickly as it  started. It only happens maybe a couple times a month.  I also find I get tired more easily and sometimes need to rest during the day.  in addition, my vision has worsened.  I stopped the medicine for about a year now and I'm getting dizzy quite often lately and my vision is worse.  I fear my tumor has grown and need to see my endocrinologist again.  God bless all"


"I have been using Seroquel for about 18 months together with Pristiq. At first I took 25g at night then I added to that 100mg Seroquel XR. I seemed far more relaxed and able to cope with life a little better. However over the last 2 months the agitation became unbearable and my depression increased immensely. I have dropped 50mg of the XR over the past few days and I am already feeling less anxious and agitated."


"My doctor started me on Zoloft for longstanding low-level depression that was increasing due to menopause, and for possible migraine prevention. It did nothing for the migraines, but it has definitely improved my mood. I started on a 50 mg dose and the doctor had me increase it to 100 mg after a few weeks. Still no migraine relief, but I the holidays didn't depress me as they always have since my father passed away. I did notice trouble sleeping, but taking it in the morning instead of at night helps with that. Also a slight weight gain. I might try going back to 50 mg if the doctor okays it. It seemed to be enough, and I don't want to over-medicate."


"I am suffering from burning pain in my body.  I was on the Fentanyl patch for 15 years.  That gave me complete relief.  Because of drug issues in  my state, I tapered off of Fentanyl in Feb.  I don't think that Lyrica was around before I started the patch.  Since the burning pain came back, I was put on Lyrica.  It certainly helped and I can live somewhat pain free.  Now the doctor has refused to give me a script for Lyrica because he is afraid of repercussions from authorities.  I will have to find another doctor.  I am dependent on anything that will take this pain away and I hope I can find a doctor who will give me Lyrica again.  It is not giving me a good reputation to be constantly changing doctors."


"22, no babies yet. 3 months in, loving it, period only a few days late each month.
Insertion went well, took two advils an hour before, pain is like a bad period cramp but was only for like 20 seconds (you got this!) Choose a doctor that's used to doing it :)
6 weeks of adjustment spotting. Doc says it will be more stable after 6 months and I'll have smaller and less painful periods than ever (as of now they haven't been more painful compared to pre-iud).
No scares, string is easy to find. Partner felt it once, depends on position.
No acne, no weight gain, no noticeable side effects other than the spotting (buy a bunch of black underwear :P
Worry free bc for 3 years :)"


"While I was pregnant I got yeast infections very easily, so the doctor would prescribe something like the Monistat. So when I got a yeast infection recently,  I thought why not buy one from the store?  WORSE MISTAKE OF MY LIFE!!! This stuff burns and itches so bad that I want to wash it out!!! This can't be normal!!"


"I've been on Nuvaring for a year and a half, and I really like it. I had problems with mood swings and spotting with the pill so a friend said to try the ring and its eliminated those problems for me. The down sides are decreased sex drive for one week of my cycle after my period, and for the first 6 month I experienced dryness but that went away. I really enjoy not taking a pill and feeling like myself, I am also more confident about the effectiveness. My boyfriend has felt the ring during intercourse 3 times since I have been using it. I'm very happy with the Nuvaring."


"I've been on this birth control for over a year and overall I had a really positive experience with it. I didn't experience any mood swings, had little to mild acne around my period, never experienced any pregnancy scares, and had no nausea, headaches or weight gain. The only problem I experienced with it, and ultimately had to switch birth control because of it was the fact that I would throw up for hours whenever I consumed ANY amount of alcohol. To make sure it was the birth control, I stopped taking it and after 4 or so months I was able to drink again without any problems. Though I feel this is very rare situation, overall I believe this birth control was great."


"I have had a negative experience on Seroquel. I do not want this to deter anyone from taking it, as everyone's reaction and experience on this medicine is subjective; I just want to put this out there for anyone who might be experiencing similar symptoms and reactions and may be hesitant to say it and to just relate my own experience.
I am Bipolar 2 and have untreated ADHD due to the ADHD medicines causing manic episodes. I started Seroquel 2 months ago when I was having a bout of insomnia. I should state that I was on Wellbutrin, Lamictal, and Paxil, and was feeling good. I was productive during the day and upbeat. I was prescribed Seroquel for the insomnia and taken off all the other except Lamictal. I am now a "zombie", depressed, sleepy 24/7."


"This is the best medicine for Chronic pancreatitis. I am using it and it's very helpful for me. Please use less amount of protein in your food and break your meal in two three to four parts in full day. Don't take more amount of food at one time. This medicine is helpful for improving pancreas.
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"This medication was given to me for fibromyalgia and severe lower back pain. 2 pills every 12 hrs.  A wonderful medication. Lasts 12 hours and doesn't give you highs and lows. It's very smooth. Wonderful for nights because most of the 4 hours meds did not last thru the night and I would wake up.  I love this medication and recommend it to all pain sufferers. I would like them to take out the 325 tynenol."


"I take 40mg morning and night and it works fantastic!"


"Had really bad migraines for years got worse with age I'm 48 now and a femail doctor has prescribed them 10 milg at first nothing changed but 3 months in I've had no migraine for nearly a month and half or even headaches and I'm not craving either feel great ."


"If I could give the Pro Air HFA inhaler a zero rating I would. They are very expensive and clog after just a few puffs so your money is down the drain. I have a whole drawer full of them still mostly full but clogged. I have tried rinsing the holder with hot water and letting them dry completely (even used a blow dryer) and they will work for a few more puffs then clog again. My insurance limits on which albuterol inhaler I am allowed to get and Express Scripts pushes the Pro Air HFA. I am sure it is because we have to keep ordering to replace clogged ones."


"I cannot stress enough how thankful I am for this medication. I had always been a very smart kid but my drive and focus would come in very short bursts if I was interested otherwise I could not have cared less. I was prescribed 30mg of Vyvanse initially and that was upped to 50mg which I have been taking for over a year now. My grades went from a 3.2 GPA to a 4.0 within a semester. I excelled at work. I am a more alert driver. Like everyone else has said, I feel as if my thoughts are all organized the way they always should have been and I am finally able to catch up on life, which always seemed out of reach. I strongly prefer this medication over Adderall IR which I tried. There are no negative side effects except insomnia."


"I have been on Lutera for 2 months after ending an unwanted pregnancy and have still not gotten my period.  Each month, I come to the inactive pills and get severe cramping as if I'm finally going to get it, and I don't.  Other than that, I can't say I mind the pill."


"My anxiety is so much under control now."


"Only lasted 2 weeks at the lowest dose, stopped because the side effects were so intolerable.  Took in the evening, but still had trouble staying awake during the day, and felt like a total zombie when I did.  May have given this a couple more weeks to see if it would have worn off had I not gained 15 lbs. as well (with no appetite change - I wasn't awake long enough to eat more!). I was already 35lbs overweight from meds as it was, & when I med chunks me up, it doesn't stop.
Only reason it gets 2 stars is that it kicked my chronic insomnia's butt."


"I've had Skyla for over a year now. The insertion was fairly painful, some very intense cramping that lasted about 3 days. In the first month I gained 15 pounds (after remaining the same weight for over ten years now) which I have since lost. I no longer get my period but will have random spotting that has basically ruined all of my panties. Also random extremely  intense cramps that I never experienced while on oral birth control. My acne is worse now then it ever was in high school, but then again I was on oral contraceptives that whole time. Lately I have noticed cramping and pressure during intercourse, which is worse during certain positions and has basically made me not want to have sex anymore."


"I've been on this pill for a month. It served its purpose, no cramps, pregnancy, and a light period. I'm an 18 yr old girl and this is my first form of bc. I've had no mood swings, depression, weight gain, irregular spotting, etc. However, I'm incredibly bloated. I will be going off this pill because if you didn't know me, you would assume I'm pregnant. I exercise regularly and have always had a flat stomach but the water retention just won't go away. Overall this is a good pill. It caused me no nausea and the bloating is my only side effect. It's just not worth it to me to look so ridiculous. I highly reccomend this pill for everyone to at least try, like I did and then switch if you don't like it."


"I'm 22. Been on this for 3 months. They put me on it for heavy periods and horrible cramps. I have gained 10lbs, had nausea, horrible pelvic pain, had no periods, and bad mood swings. I do not recommend."


"I have tried many medications for major depressive disorder, SSRIs, TCAs, as well as cognitive behavioral therapy. All of which helped to some degree, but I was never quite functioning as well as I would have hoped.

Depression was ruining my life and I was becoming very discouraged and disappointed because I had tried so many medications and other treatments, suicide was a thought I had every hour of every day.

Now, every single day I am thankful I found Parnate. I get a little dizziness, some dry mouth, and some loud heartbeats, but that is an insignificant cost to pay to have the will to live back once again.

If you are struggling with depression after trying many treatments, please ask your doctor about an MAOI. Best of luck!"


"For years I have had problems with my acne, and hated the products I was given that were so harsh, burned, made my face peel, etc. soolantra with in days cleared my face! it is amazing best thing I have ever used! Highly recommend!"


"After 15 years of trying different meds, this is the first one to give me a positive change.  I used to be suicidal everyday & had a hard time leaving the house. Everything was overwhelming.
Since starting Saphris my mind finally feels like it has "brakes" and my thoughts feel lighter.  I'm feeling true happiness,  even happy to wake up.
Little to no side effects 3 months in. I take it at night because it does make me sleepy. Sugar cravings I've noticed but an trying to control that because honestly this med is giving me my life back.
Cons: 20 minutes of a nasty taste in your mouth because you dissolve it under your tongue. Sugar/carb cravings but no excess weight gain yet."


"After years of having occasional anxiety and taking different medications the fear of having to give a speech in nursing school finally drove me to ask my doctor if I could try propranolol.  Without making this too long of an essay, it changed my life and I probably only take it a couple times a month now, if that. Just knowing it is there, and trusting that it works, in itself helps.  It took away all of the symptoms that made me feel like I had no control over my body or that my body was betraying me during times of panic or even less anxiety.  This is the miracle medication for somebody who does not want to take medications on a regular basis.  This is a medication that takes away feelings that you don't want."


"No complaints here.

BEST BC I've ever been on!"


"I am a 45 year old male who tore major muscle groups in the right side of my back and neck 23 years ago. I have suffered horribly since then. I have had surgeries but the pain was still bad after. The first breakthrough was Lyrica as it addressed the nerve pain. Now, it appears Cymbalta may have dealt with the remainder of the nerve pain. It has only been a week but I have cut back on Lyrica and feel only 10% of the pain I once had. If I can survive this ungodly string of opening side effects (sweating, anxiety, weakness, nausea, constipation, dizziness) things may end up OK after all this time. Due to comments on this forum, I am going to ignore the side effects and wait until they go away. If they do go away, then Cymbalta is amazing."


"I was prescribed this for not only hemorrhoids, but also anal fissures. After the first use they were shrunken and no more bleeding, itching or pain. This medicine is a miracle."


"Beyond awful! This medication led to extreme muscle tension, physical pain, tossing and turning at night, blood shot eyes all day long, and overall feeling like I  did a decade ago during my second wind after having been up for 72 hours while stranded at an airport."


"My anxiety has been with me since I was 11. I ended up dropping out of both high school and university because I couldn't go to my classes. I used to dread any and all excursions out of the house, no matter how small. I would feel horribly anxious if anything outside of my normal routine came up (doctor's appointments, people coming over, etc). Forget working. I felt so hopeless and didn't want to take prescription medication, but I'm so glad I did. I've been on paroxetine for 4 months and I feel like a different person. I don't drive myself nuts with worry. I started on 10mg and went up to 20mg a month ago. Side effects I've experienced are both drowsiness during the day and insomnia at night. It's worth it. I'm even looking for jobs now!"


"I've tried almost every antidepressant. I read the reviews on Lexapro and was prepared for a rough introductory period. I was pleasantly surprised that I felt better than ever...not suicidal, no general anxiety issues, I even felt like I could stand up for myself and not be a doormat. But after the first 6 weeks, I started feeling numb in my heart (you know, no true emotions) and became a cold, mean person. Not to mention the sexual side effects, making it even harder on my marriage. I've backed off of it now to try yet another pill, so I'm suicidal and severely anxious and depressed again, but I haven't felt any other emotions yet."


"Rash, dry eye, dry mouth, dry skin, sore tongue and throat, cramps."


"I was reluctant to go on an SSRI as I was concerned about weight gain and fatigue. However, I was in such a bad headspace back in the spring that I bit the bullet and saw my doctor about it. She prescribed me generic Prozac (fluoxetine). Initially I was on 10 mg, then worked up to 20 mg. It's made such a positive difference. I haven't had any near-panic attacks, and my anxiety feels much more manageable. Life feels easier. I've had some side effects, such as excessive yawning (and I mean excessive!), some mild nausea, and vivid dreams. To me, though, the benefits far outweigh them. I'm going to keep taking it and use the coping skills I learned in therapy."


"I've had Skyla since September 30, 2016. The insertion process was quick and VERY painful for me. I almost blacked out.  My period came around the same time each month, normally lasts a week. Which was dreadful because without birth control I'm only on for 3 days and it's light lol. But here's why I am getting it removed next Thursday; these early labor contraction like cramps are HORRIBLE! The pain is so bad it makes me feel like I'm about to throw up. I get the cramps every month for a week before my period, and I cry (actual tears) every time. It literally puts me in ball. Heating pad and pain medicine works somewhat. Skyla did it's job at preventing pregnancy, but the side effects just aren't worth it. I stayed on as long I could."


"I got my IUD inserted yesterday.. The procedure wasn't as painful as I thought it would be.. I would say it was more uncomfortable than anything. Pain was a 3/10. The cramps that I've experienced afterwards were probably the worst I've experienced personally considering I have never really had menstrual cramps during my regular periods. Pain rating for my cramps I would rate a 7/10. Not completely unbearable but it definitely made it difficult for me to drive myself home. The rest of the day I took ibuprofen and laid in bed with a heating pad and that seemed to help. Today I have minor cramping, nothing crazy. So far I'm happy with it. I'm still bleeding but it's mild bleeding compared to my regular period."


"Protonix totally eliminates my throat pain, hoarseness, reflux, etc. After 6 years my insurance decided not to cover it so for the last few months, I've been on several other medicines and they just don't work.  My doctor is trying to convince them I need the Protonix. Wish me luck."


"I took three pills over 36 hours and had a serious side effect. Was covered in hives from head to toe for another 48 hours.  "


"I was given this generic by my pharmacy--who did not inform me that it was a generic that my insurance company told them to give me even though the doctor has specifically prescribed Yaz to treat my PMDD symptoms. My main PMDD symptom was menstrual migraines. After about 2 weeks of being on Gianvi I was suffering from constant headaches that got progressively worse until my doctor told me to stop taking it. In addition to this side effect I suffered from persistent muscle spasms and extreme changes in appetite. "


"After my first dose of Septra my Urinary Tract Infection symptoms disappeared and my urinary system began functioning normally again. So, as far as being effective against UTI's Septra seems to do a good job. I've been on it for 9 days and I have one more day to go.

However, there might be some side effects. In my case they were mildly unpleasant.  The first night of Septra I felt extremely tired and I fell into a light sleep with the weirdest dreams of my life. They were more like hallucinations than dreams.  However, they seemed to pass and the only other side effects were mainly gastrointestinal, i.e. mild diarrhea,  bloating, belching, and a transient sense of mild nausea."


"I just stated saxenda 2 days ago, no side effects yet. However I have to force myself to eat. I am not hungry at all.... no desire to eat."


"I was told that Latuda is a better tablet than taking my older tablet which is stelazine 10ml a day only side affect was that it made me tired all the time and I was sleeping that's all. So I'm now on 60ml a day I had side effects bad ones and worse thing happened tonight i have never in my life been so aggressive against my daughter and my husband ....never had I been like that on Stelazine ..never...

My husband was in tears tonight because of my attitude and my aggressive behavior ...I didn't feel any remorse what so ever, definitely not a good tablet for me. I have both Schizophrenia and Bipolar and depression. I don't care how hard it is to get Stelazine but I'm going to go back on the stelazine its so much better for me and my family."


"I was taking Provera for 5 days after my fifth day my period came on a week later and has been on for a week I wanted to know how long would it last. Before I had this my cycle stayed on for 3 months none stop."


"Lamictal worked like a charm on my mood. I so pleasantly surprised and relieved! I've tried something like 10 medications in an 11-year period and it's been the only thing that's worked. However, it gave me really bad back acne (like, whoa) and made me very physically ill- super swollen lymph nodes in my neck, fever, vomiting & fatigue, etc. I had to stop taking it, but I'd say it's definitely worth a try. In general I'm very susceptible to side effects. I have hypomania, depression, anxiety, ADHD, my mood is super unstable, and Lamictal was prescribed to me because my doctor wanted to stabilize my mood before putting me on a stimulant since stimulants by themselves make me way too hyper."


"I have been on this medication for almost 11 years I believe that the capsule time released at least for me work a lot better because of the longevity as well as impact. The instant release a great but for me I have a past history with drug abuse in the instant release seems to give a high effect for about an hour and then you come down as well as you don't feel the effects of the medication working properly. Again I can only speak for myself but the time released helps to keep me at an even keel and I stay level for the whole day through no highs and lows."


"Went on Tikosyn 250 mcg twice daily for almost 5 years and it worked like 100%. No side effects that I was aware of. Did the 'guy' thing and took myself off of this medication. SR was good for almost 2 years and today I'm going back to the hospital for the 3 day stay. Always leery of oblation and cardioversion, but my cardiologist highly recommended the Tikosyn route once again. My wife is going to the hospital with me this morning... not as a visitor, but will try the Tikosyn route too! She has AF with a high pulse rate while my AF is the slower heartbeat type. Will check in in 3 days to let you know how well Tikosyn has done. We are both 74 years old and other than this AF thing, are in very good health."


"I have used every antidepressant on the market over the past 15 years, as well as having ECT treatments, for major depressive disorder, persistent anxiety disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I don't want to jinx myself, but after the first day of taking this, I could actually tell a difference. I am just completing my first week of 10 milligrams per day, and I have already cut my Xanax dosage from 6 milligrams per day, down to 2 milligrams per day. I have not felt this good in years! And I have had ZERO side effects. I think the miracle I've all been waiting for is here!"


"Has help sudden urges but still have frequent urination"


"I am 24
I was experiencing chronic anxiety ، severe muscle tension، fatigue and problem in concentration for about more than year. I did not know exactly the reason for these symptoms.  At first I thought it could be a physical problem in my body. but after some medical tests my doctors suggested me to visit a psychiatric doctor.
So my p doctor recognized my problem as General anxiety disorder and prescribed me cybmalta.
first week only one 30 mg
from second week، two 30 mg per day.
after 2 weeks، it started to work .
after 5week ، excellent...I was almost the man who I was  before anxiety!!!but after a while its performance a little decreased for 2 month. again after the third month ، again it started to getting better slowly.
after 6 month، I am really calm"


"Within 2 weeks of being on 40mg of Pravachol, I began noticing muscle weakness in my shoulders, wrist and knees.  I later discovered that these are possible side effects of this medication.  I noticed remarkable improvements after stopping the medication."


"I got in inserted in the middle of March 2016 & got it taken out November 2016. I didn't get periods at first , and if I did they were very light , then 4 months later I got the worst periods I've ever had, usually before the birth control I could help my back pain & cramps with IB,  IB didn't even help AT ALL when I got on birth control. May is when I realized I started gaining a lot of weight. My eating habits didn't change , neither did me working out. I kept gaining & gaining. By the time I got it taken out I weighed 135 pounds . I weighed 118 before I got it in! I also got super depressed & anxious and no one believed the birth control was doing it. Seriously I felt 100 times better when I got it out! & I already lost 7 pounds having it out"


"I loved this pill at first, it got rid if my terrible cramps. A few months after, however, I had two periods each month. Now I have a period every other week. The birth control pill is a hit-or-miss type of business."


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"I have taken this medicine for three years.  I have chronic bronchitis, COPD, and asthma.  I was coughing all the time, especially at night and couldn't sleep. I tried sleeping pills and a variety of cough medicines, none of which worked.  When given this, my cough immediately went away and stayed away for up to twelve hours, often longer. "


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"Can't believe all the negative comments.  My previous colonoscopy had a vile mixture to take.  Moviprep is a breeze.  Doesn't taste too bad.  Very easy to get down.  Started working after 1 hour.  No cramps.  I think if you follow the directions re what you eat in the days leading up to the procedure you should not have too many problems."


"Amazing! I took Imitrex for years and it didn't really help. Maxalt is the only medication that works for me to continue my busy life.  I have had hormonal migraines since I was 12. Tried everything from pain medicines (temporary fix) to nasal to shots.  I love Maxalt!"


"During a yearly checkup, my doctor impressively picked up on my sleep disorder (personally, I thought he was nuts; I felt it was just all the crazy stress in my life that made me want to sleep at any chance I got). Well, my sleep study came back severely abnormal. What?? Are you kidding me???  He was right!  I was diagnosed with excessive daytime sleepiness/narcolepsy without cataplexy. Since then, I have been on Nuvigil 250mg.  I cannot begin to tell you the difference it has made! The response was immediate for me, and I'm so glad I no longer have to sleep my days away!  What an interesting field of medicine!  I believe what they know about sleep now is just a scratch on the surface on how it impacts our health and well being."


"I've been on this birth control for a week and one day. I had had irregular periods and extremely heavy blood flow to the point of being hospitalized for being anemic and not able to stand.(Yeah it wasn't the best experience). However, two days after taking the pill, my bleeding stopped and all the pain from my period had went away. However, the nausea was so bad. I vomited every few hours and was really hungry. Luckily I'm doing much better because my body has finally gotten used to the pill! Don't give up just yet! It'll get better after a while you just have to give it time!"


"I have been taking Lutera since Aug 2012 and everything is good. I did gain a couple extra pounds (which I shed off pretty quick due to having a fast metabolism) but that beats being pregnant when you are not ready. Also my breasts are HUGE and I am LOVING it! I have been taking this because of my irregular periods. I did have slight bleeding a few months ago for about 2-3 days but after reading the pamphlet, that was listed as a side effect. I have noticed that I am a bit more moody but all in all it works great for me. Everybody is different so if it works for you, great. If not there are dozens of other pills/methods."


"My Physician Assistant that works with patients on weight loss and correct eating habits prescribed rather than Contrave, the two seperate ingredients.
The cost was hardly anything between the two drugs. She knew the Contrave would cost a lot more. I take 1 pill  of each drug in the morning with my breakfast. I eat much less in fact feel full after a few bites and really am not hungry when it's time to eat. I don't snack and don't eat between meals.  I do get a full feeling after eating about 2 hours later. I'm not able to eat yogurt anymore as it makes my stomach cramp.  Sometimes that also happens with other foods as well.  I get migraines and didn't notice till just recently I am getting headaches more frequently."


"I was diagnosed at 13 years old with grand mal seizures due to my period. Was put on Keppra 250 mg twice a day. I'm 21 now and still take it. It does control my seizures ( though I still get Aura's once in a while) and I have experienced all the side effects. My parents and friends will be the first to tell you how drastically I have changed from this medication. It makes you very irritable, tired, depressed, CRAZY mood swings and short tempered. Through the years, I've learned to handle it better. When I was 15 I stopped taking them to see if I grew it out of it, suggested by my neuro, and had 3 seizures in 3 days. Have been taking it every day ever since. Keeps me to live a normal life, like drive a car and go to school!"


"I read the reviews after I took this. Usually I do it before but my vagina was on a crazy itchy spree. So I took whatever my husband brought home because I couldn't even walk without itching lol. Anyways these reviews scared the hell outta me. I put the egg in around 2pm I waited a few hours to feel the crazy burning but it never happened. Instead I felt a nice hot/cool feeling like the way mint feels in your mouth. I had a good experience. It's the  next day so far its taken the problem away. I do recommend a panty liner on your underwear. Unless you do what I did wear old underwear & threw them out.  Everyone is different! So here is the not so scary review."


"I was using Reclipsen for 6 months. During the regular checkup at the doctor after those 6 months she noticed my elevated blood pressure of 150/103, which stayed like that while it was monitored everyday for 2 weeks after it was noticed. The doctor told me to discontinue taking the pills. Once I stopped taking the pills, after only one day, the blood pressure dropped to 135/86. I had never had a high blood pressure before taking these pills."


"This medicine worked really well for me this is the first time I used it and it did its job within first use"


"I take 5 mg of Zyprexa daily. I'm almost the entire day sleepy and have the feeling of doing nothing. I can not worry, because I have to sleep for about 15 hours daily.
But I have tried everything out there, and this is the best at this moment."


"I just got my second nexplanon placed 2 days ago. This birth control is definitely different for everyone. I have heard that some girls hate it or they love it. In my case I loved it. When I first got it placed I had little spotting here and there, I stopped getting a regular period. I did not gain weight, no acne issues nor mood swings. Also very effective with preventing pregnancy."


"Took the pills for 3 days and it made me so much sicker, fever, migraine, aches in my bones and complete exhaustion felt like I was dying. Called my doctor and now trying ciprin."


"It's a great  medication. It helps me out a lot, the only thing is the weight gain. I've gain 30 pounds being on seroquel, if only there's another medicine you can take with it so you don't gain the weight that would be great"


"My experience with Implanon has been a good one. All the mishaps I've had were things I'd been warned about by my doctor.
Negativs: Bled for the first three weeks, sporadically spot (particularly when I gain a few pounds), a little loss of sex drive
Positives: Simple, easy, effective

I'll elaborate a bit on the negatives. After the first three weeks I stopped having a period for about 4 months. During this time I lost about 10 pounds (not because of the birth control but because I was trying to). Whenever I go over around 130 I become susceptible to spotting. With the sex drive, I would assume not having the hormone boost during menstration is to blame. Sex is still good and I still want it, it's just a little change."


"this has saved me. its been a miracle. I started having horrible sleep problems about a year ago. I'm in med school. I almost failed out of school because of the insomnia. I've tried 4 meds for sleep. trazodone is the only one that works. very cheap, few side effects, I take 100 mg usually. I've been taking it for 6 months, works just as good as the day I started. no morning groginess. I still cant believe such a small cheap pill could transform my life so much. I will take this as long as I need."


"I was given this medication while I was in the ER with food poisoning. It made me feel like I was crawling out of my skin with anxiety. It was like having the worst panic attack ever that I couldn't escape.... My heart was racing and I felt like I was going to die. The nurse came in and gave me some Benadryl, saying that reaction sometimes occurs with that medication. It made me go to sleep and it was such a relief."


"I know its working but I have really bad breath.  Never before have I had a problem with that but know I cannot eat enough mints.  I will take that side effect because I feel 100% better."


"Used Talwin NX for Carpel Tunnel.  Worst feeling ever!  I felt drunk, for car sick, had horrible dreams- it did not help with pain relief.  I would not take it again!"


"I've had the Nexplanon for a month now. I was on my cycle when I was implanted-- it stopped the same day.
I have noticed it's made me a little more emotional, but I haven't had any issues with acne or weight gain. The problem I'm having is that I've been spotting/ on a very light cycle for about a week and a half. My panties are ruined if I don't wear a liner. I'm trying to wait it out because it hasn't been a full-blown cycle, but I'm not feeling this spotting/light cycle either.

My co-worker has it and says my body just has to catch up. We'll see. I'm keeping my fingers crossed."


"Have been taking since June of 2007. Norco definitely loses its effectiveness after long term use."


"I am currently on a 150mg maintenance dosage. I do take this in combination with other medications because I also have Panic/Anxiety Disorder with Agoraphobia.
A year ago I was in such a deep depression (for months). I was not exactly suicidal but often prayed I would go to sleep & not wake up. I began seeing a new psychiatrist & he immediately started me on Lamictal. Literally within weeks I noticed my depression was now under control! I truly believe this medication saved my life.
I am definitely still a work in progress, but I am in a much better place. I can actually see the future."


"So on the 30th of July 2016 I turned 28 my birthday I didn't go crazy and party I spent the day with my kiddies an mum, that night was pored a glass of wine had a sip but wasn't feelin up to it so didn't. The next day on the 31st I woke up with a real sore head felt like I had the worse hangover ever even tho I hadn't actually drunk I felt awful but decided to go in to town anyway with mum, kids an my bestie for a little lunch an shoppin was then shoppin an had 4 grand mal seizures, woke up in hospital with a massive black eye and broken nose with not a clue what was going on, my mum an partner cryin tellin me I had just a scan an they found a tumour So they put me on keppra it's bad I have loads of side effects I feel like I'm going crazy"


"I have been on Venlafaxine XR for 8 years (first effexor xr then generic w/o problems). started at 150, then plateaued after about a year, went up to 225 and plateaued again. I have been on 300mg dose for over 5 years. I like this rx a lot. I haven't tried other antidepressants, I was started on this because it worked for other family members. I know it's a high dose n some people are shocked, but I find this offensive and more or less stigma about mental illness and meds. I started Adderall about 4 years ago and that combination has been incredible for my depression (and ADHD). My sex drive recovered 3 months into VFX. The only compliant is when I miss a dose, in which case I have a LOT of complaints: migraines, dizzy, tremor, hypersomnia"


"This is ny preferred muscle relaxer when I deal with sciatica flare ups. Was prescribed  flexiril once and it did nothing for me in 4 days. Asked the doctor to switch me to this and she gave me a 6 day predisone pack and halfway through 6 days of that and the valium and I am starting to feel way better."


"I switched to Vicodin HP from Lortab 7.5 and was also offered to have Lortab 10. After taking it for two days, Vicodin HP kills my pain. My pain is worse than you can ever imagine, I have every injury spots on my back. Vicodin HP just completely kills it and now got me doing what I always loved to do. Drive my four wheeler and rock climbing on my four wheeler. So Vicodin HP is one for you if you have bad pain. A lot of people says Lortab beats Vicodin, wrong. I experienced with Lortab for more than four years and Vicodin says otherwise! Vicodin HP, that is."


"Seroquel was awful.. my doctor prescribed two 700mg at night and I slept so much! When I wasn't sleeping I was exercising, still I gained 30lbs. I had extreme paranoia, never knew where I was or how I got there, and always woke up in sleep paralysis. Made my depression, anxiety and bipolar worse."


"47 yr old male, 6'3, beginning weight in 2012 was 280. Before prescribing, my doc thoroughly checked for a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. If you have high bp, abnormal heart rhythm, hypertension etc, DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICATION. Also if you have anxiety or panic attacks you may want to report those to your Dr before being prescribed Adipex. This medication requires a great deal of responsibility. It curbs your appetite so you can make lifestyle changes that are easier to maintain after you are off Adipex. This is Aug. 2016 and I now weigh 205 and feel great. My waist size went from a 44 to a 36. When you stop Adipex your energy level will drop, if it doesn't level off after 2 to 3 days, have your doc check your thyroid again."


"I've been on Yaz for 3 months. The heavy bleeding, agony and cramps have all stopped. Plus the cravings. Although I feel very low and depressed. I seem to be overly sensitive and raw all the time. It's becoming harder to contain myself around loved ones as I am so emotional and seem to snap at everything and everyone. I would seriously recommend wheather this is the right option if you suffer from mental health issues or you are prone to it. I generally do feel anxious without the pill, although I have been feeling depressed recently, and it's dreadful"


"I have not experienced any of the side effects. I lost 21 pounds in 3 months without being hungry and not exercising. I am on a high protein, low carb, low calorie meal plan. I tried weight watchers but it worked for a short time. Until Adipex and this meal plan, I never realized how many carbs I was consuming per day. I'm happy and healthy and can keep up with my 2-year old grandson. I will be tapering off Adipex next month since I am within 5 pounds of my weight loss goal."


"Just switched to Trulance 3 weeks ago. First 3 days and nothing changed and then it magically started working.  I was on lizness for past 14 months, but I was continuing to have such unbearable diarrhea and abdominal pain. This drug isn't perfect but pain has subsided considerably and diarrhea is almost non existent. Keeping the faith that it continues to do well."


"My postpartum depression, emotional outbursts, and anxiety was intense and Zoloft brought me immediate relief. In time, I felt that this medication provided me with a steady platform for me to function in life with. I can still cry, but my constant sadness is gone. I still feel emotion, but my uncontrollable outbursts ended. I can't seem to loose weight, but who knows if it is related to the Zoloft. I don't think I'll take Zoloft forever, but it sure has made a TREMENDOUS difference!"


"I had used this medication for more than 15 years, before it stopped preventing my chronic migraine headaches.  I was taking it up to 2000 mg per: night daily and didn't have any side effects of it since the very beginning of taking it (in lower dose, of course) and even when took max dose as described.

 Had a very easy adjusting to it, also and no unpleasanties whatsoever."


"I had my first drink at 14 and gradually built up to binge drinking (wine only) in my 60's. I wish I'd known about Naltrexone earlier because, for me, this is a miracle. No side effects just the pleasant feeling of being normal. I can party on just one spritzer. I happily nominate myself to be the designated driver. Occasionally  I might  think of a chilled wine at the end of the day but the thought outweighs actuality. Simply, I feel I don't want a drink, let alone crave it."


"While it lowered my blood pressure, I had huge dips in bp which left me exhausted and dizzy. After a year on this med, I had severe muscle cramps, horrible stabbing headaches, stiff muscles, severe heartburn and weight gain. I told my doc about this and he just shrugged. I had trouble breathing on Lisinopril (my throat just closed up) which I took prior to this. I stopped taking the medication and began taking Magnesium and Calcium and my bp is not rising but my symptoms are all gone. Go figure......"


"Best one out there."


"I get yeast infections all the time & all I   get prescribed is Diflucan. No one listens to me that this doesn't work for me. Last Dr. at least tried giving me 3 Diflucan pills & take 1 every 3 days. Still didn't work. Don't know what else to do."


"horrible horrible horrible. insterted the cream (which I had trouble doing) and after about ten minutes the inside of my vagina started to itch & burn, at first it was a little bit and I could handle it but then I was in instant tears from the pain. I didn't know what to do, so I ran to the shower to try and rinse it off. I still have some inside me, which I can tell since there's still a slight itch & burn, but omg never again. worst pain of my entire life!!"


"I take my last pill tomorrow.
My arm, around the elbow is hurting real bad. Real, real bad.
I felt it about a week into it.
I did my 6 week blood test and no sign of the hep c. I hope it stays that way.
I'm not sure of my level? 3-4-5? I forgot..
It messed with my memory too.
Feel confused and not sure of myself.
Nothing worse when 500 craft personnel depend on you. I just turned 58.
Had this for 20 years is my guess..
I haven't drank alcohol in 3 months.
I hope you folks who are starting  the program don't either. Never had headaches or diarrhea like everyone says.
My arm is killing me.
Can hardly do anything with it..
I hope this rids this terrible virus.
I wish the best for everyone."


"My personal journey with Cymbalta so far is a positive one. Severe anxiety/depression has been present in my life for approximately four years and I've found that Cymbalta has immensely suppressed my anxious symptoms. Through my experience, Cymbalta took on its full effect about 3 weeks in. I am beginning to enjoy life again! I highly recommend this medication to others, especially if immense anxiety is a part of your life. I am most impressed with this medications ability to deplete anxiety! Good Luck! I hope the best for anyone struggling with these miserable conditions."


"I've been using this pill for approximately 2.5 years. I have never had any trouble with it, never gotten pregnant. Disclaimer: I DO take it everyday, hardly ever skip, and when I do forget, I double up the next day, so I think I've got myself covered. I did not experience weight gain (but I'm pretty physically active 5'3 120lbs). Cramps, well sometimes but not bad, no problems with acne, no mood swings (unless I'm ON my period, but that's a given). If you're young and seriously unprepared for the risk of having a child, I would recommend making sure your partner STILL uses a condom even if you're on birth control, trust me (3 Years and its worked for, knock on wood)."


"I have taken risperdal for 3 mos. on 3mg along with 50 mg Zoloft. It has been good so far but have had problems with not being sleepy, not being hungry, and being unable to orgasm"


"I am 18 years old, I just found out I had rheumatoid arthritis and I have been on Humira for 3 months. I have flare ups every once in a while but I do have to take methedrol along with it. it's a strong medicine and it messed up my stomach and gives me heartburn also.

I guess for me Humira will take the 6 months it will to take effect and till then this winter will be the worst for me.

keeping a positive outlook on this knowing I'm not the only one."


"It's the best medicine for relief from cold and runny nose but I feel sleepy every time I use it."


"I smoked from age 13 to 53, had tried all sorts of methods to try to quit smoking. Never could. I tried Chantix, 3 Months later, I was a non-smoker-5 years later, absolutely clean of it."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"So far so good, took first dose 21 hours ago.  Tad foggy this afternoon, but really nothing else!  VL=56k and CD4=160 @ first blood work 3 weeks ago.  Go back in a month and will report results.  Glad to have finally crossed the start line! Don't fear treatment or Stribild anymore, but dang the first 30 days knowing I have HIV were very tough."


"Wish I had read these reviews first.  First time doing this.  No warning from the doctor.  It appeared to be a harmless, well-diluted clear liquid.  Casually took a drink and suddenly my mouth is full of troll urine.  Or maple syrup mixed with salty clam water.  15 minutes later and I'm waiting for it to take effect.  Strange sounds emanating from my colon.  I'm afraid."


"I found out I was bipolar about a month ago. The first pill my PCP gave me was Abilify. Starting on 2mg for the first 2 weeks. I didn't notice anything until maybe the third day. However the rest of that week and the following I have been on a roller coaster. I just started taking 5mg of Abilify and I notice the next day. I had the feeling of being normal again. Only side effect I've notice was when I was depressed I was depressed. Since upping the dose I feel way better."


"I had been taking YAZ for the past two years and my doctor decided to put me on Gianvi. I have been taking it for the past two months and so far everything is fine except the fact that I now have horrible acne. I never really had acne problems before taking Gianvi. I decided to wait out this next month to see if there will be any change, if not then I will stop using it and try something else. I will write back at the end of the month for an update."


"I thought I'd share my experience with the Mirena IDU. Im a 26 year old female in a committed 3 year relationship with my boyfriend. Throughout my lifetime before the Mirena I've had a history of depression and hormonal issues taking birth control. Since the age I was sexually active at 16 I tried every other the counter option: the ring, pills , patch, condoms even tried the diaphragm. On top of this I would have extremely painful periods in which I would lay around all day and take close to 12 Advil daily. One docter recommended the IUD, after 6 years thinking if I should get the IUD I finally did and it changed my life. No pain for periods and hormone wise I'm all set:)"


"Since pills work differently depending on the individual, I think it's important to know a little about the person reviewing. I'm 5'1 Asian 105 lbs. Lutera is the second birth control pill I've tried, before was Beyaz. I do like Lutera better, as Beyaz was depressing. I've been taking Lutera for 4 months now. I have noticed a difference with my period timing. It would come earlier than the average 28 day cycle, but would only last 3-4 days. These past two months, it has only lasted 3 days. The pill seems REALLY effective, considering sometimes I forget to take my pill at the designated time.
NO difference in acne for me."


"My 88-year-old mother uses lidocaine 5% patches for her sciatica pain.  The patches by Mylan are useless.  As others have stated, they are plastic and do not stay in place.  They bunch up and fall off with one to two hours of applying.  She used to get another brand which was flexible and stayed in place.  Insurance covers most of the cost of these patches, but I would not recommend them even if Mylan paid you to use them."


"Depression gone and fibromyalgia reduced by 65 percent.  I do have much intestinal distress which I attribute to the side effects.  I'm on 60mg.  Started 8 months ago.  Same time distress began.  I'm thnking of asking for a lower dose to see if that helps.  If I miss a dose I have horrible nightmares and night sweats. I don't want to give it up since it helps so many of my problems."


"I took 2 yesterday at 11:30pm then 5 minutes later I read the reviews and to my dismay the reviews were terrible and I started to panic and wish I didn't buy it!! So I was up all night thinking I'll have the worst stomach cramps and vomiting. I woke up at 4:00am and went toilet. No cramping. Then at 6:am no cramping but did let everything out!!!
I was worried for nothing, but because of the reviews I will be sticking to natural tea."


"I'm a sufferer from acne, and I've suffered with it since I was in middle school (now a freshman in college) I went to my dermatologist my sophomore year in high school and she prescribed me this. It worked really well for me and my skin was super clear. I didn't wanna get off of it. She did not warn me of the long term side effects. I took it on and off for about two years. Biggest mistake of my life. But since I was so stubborn and wanted clear skin, I kept taking them even though they stopped working for me. I stopped around the end of my junior year and a couple months later, I would get severe fevers, chills, joint pains, and my thighs were covered in bruises. I am now stuck with an immune disease because of the pills. Just be careful with them."


"My experience with this neuroleptic is actually a combination of olanzapine 25mg with quetiapine 50mg. My thoughts are definitely not as agitated,am not as angry as i used to be,sometimes though,i feel false,looking at the world,but not really a part of,i know strange..I do not hear voices from my condition.I also take dexedrine for adult ADHD. This drug combination forces you to bed within an hour or so,do to extreme fatigue. I've been taking these antipsychotics for over 2 years.."


"I started viibryd for anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder and paranoia. I have been taking it for 9 days (the starter pack). Now on 20 mg.  It seems to be working great for my depression, paranoia and I don't get irritated like I used to. My outlook on life has changed dramatically. Happier and still able to achieve orgasm, unlike other antidepressants. I take Ativan at night for sleep and anxiety, so I have not had any nightmares. The only downfall with viibryd is my back and neck are very tense and achey. Diarrhea first few days but it goes away. Has anybody else experienced muscle aches/tension? If so please let me know."


"I have been on this medication only 2 weeks I am finally not crying all the time. I am still not sleeping. I go for days not sleeping and when I do it is only for 2 or 3 hours. I am hoping this med eventually helps my sleep time. I don't seem to be having any side effects. If weight gain is a side effect it will help since I have been too thin most of my life. I have tried so many meds for depression and this one seems to be the only one that has had any effect on it at all. I would considerate it to be wonderful and would recommend it for depression."


"Started having symptoms of UTI called my Dr and they sent in an rx. I started taking it Friday morning. That evening I didn't quite feel right. Took my second dose before bed on Friday. Saturday was the worst day of my life. I took my third dose that morning even though I was feeling pretty rough. I didn't think it was the nitrofurantoin monohyd macro (100mg). Every joint hurt. From my ankles to my neck. I had shortness of breath, splitting headache and a fever. Chills that became sweats. I slept in a puddle of sweat. The sheets are soaked. My fever went from 101.5 and spiked at 102.3. I woke up on Sunday feeling much better. When I looked up the side effects on this drug, I stopped taking it."


"While Pristiq does work great. I wish my doctor would have warned me about how hard it would be to get off of this medicine. I am in my mid 20's and my doctor was aware that I wanted to get pregnant in the future. I have had issues with seasonal depression and taken different anti-depressants for a 5-6 months in the past. Pristiq has been a nightmare to get off of. I have reduced the dosage as my doctor has said so that I can get pregnant in the future. But I have had horrible vomiting episodes, confusion, brain zaps, terrible muscle pain, sharp shooting pain throughout my body. Feeling disconnected. I still have not been able to get off this medicine. I wish you all the best."


"I was veru sick with menopause symptoms in february this year and for three months I could' t handle it at all.My doctor prescribed escitlopram 10 mg anddon't know if I aminmenopause, I'm doing better then ever in my life.Thank you Dr."


"I gave my 4 year old his first dose at 7 am on a Friday- by 3pm he was running, hitting back flips off the bed and could not stay asleep. I called the doctor she said discontinue. His heart was beating out his chest- I was so scared I sat and watched him all night and his heart beat like that through the next day. No more stimulants for him. "


"I have had bilateral knee replacements and severe multiple joint pains problems.  I have been "around the block" with all sorts of medications to help me with pain & inflammation. This includes getting and becoming addicted to pain medication. I have not taken Celebrex because at the time my problems were so bad, they were pulling all the cox 2 inhibitors off the markets. I have been on Celebrex now for slightly over a month! What a God send! I am absolutely AMAZED at how well this has worked. Please give it a chance, you will be extremely satisfied!! Pfizer offers help paying for this RX. I have a $10 copayment but with help card $4.00!! Can't beat that!"


"I was placed on Bystolic and Flecainade to control atrial flutter. It took three weeks for this combination to work but it did and my heart rhythms became stable and stayed that way. I later had an ablation, which cured my Atrial flutter and Atrial fibrillation. I experienced several of the common side effects: low libido, near impotence, and chronic diarrhea, which has resisted all efforts to correct.

Recently I decided to discontinue it and did so. Pulse went from 70 to mid-80's and blood pressure crept up so did a taper per the literature. After being off it for a week, pulse rates as high as low 90s, blood pressure going up daily to 140's. Have started taking it again.

This medicine is quite difficult to get off. Keep this in mind when considering whether to take it."


"I have been on 5mg tablet for almost 2 yrs. I started off on one tab a night then cut my dose down to half tab, currently taking 1/4 tab during the day because I always miss my alarm if I take it at night. I over sleep way to much, always tired, brain feels foggy. I've gained 30 pounds and its getting harder to take it off. I'm always hungry and always thirsty. It helps with behaviors. I still flip out but way less often."


"Experienced immediate relief from foggy brain, ended headaches and muscle and joint pain."


"I have had serious lower back issues and fusion. Vicodin has been a life saver. I use it after surgeries and then try to use it as sparingly as possible. I have used it off and on for the past 5 years with no problems. I was only taking 3 a week to play golf before last surgery but now trying to take 1/2 to 1 to control pain after exercise or sleeping. Pain in legs also needs Lyrica. Scared of addiction or would be taking more. Also worried that it will stop working. So far so good."


"I have been taking the medication for about 1month and it is helping me to over come my anxiety and depression as well as my insomnia . I may be having a side affect as to being hungry all day and after eating several meals still hungry . Craving all sweets and all foods witch i dont like to eat but is very affective on my disorders and i would like a higher dosage  of maybe 20 milagrams a tablet ."


"This is a follow up review.  I originally gave this 7 stars after a couple hopeful weeks.  I also quit smoking and started exercising, among other things, which was the main reason for feeling better.  This medicine does improve your TSH and T4 tests which are good tests to make your doctor happy, but will NOT improve your symptoms.  You need to improve your T3 levels to improve symptoms.  I monitored T3 (total and free) for 7 months on this medicine, and my T3 did not BUDGE. Apparently this is a case with a lot of people, so check those numbers! You will get no symptom relief if this medicine is not converting from T4 to T3. "


"Used for lateral knee pain due to cycling and walking. Gel has an immediate cooling feeling but no discernible effect on the knee pain. Normal Tylenol was much more effective"


"I've been on Norco 10/500 2 times a day on and off for years. I have deteriorating defibrosis and the pain is unbearable especially in the mornings if I have not taken the medication to the point I can't get out of bed for about 20 mins and with help. I have tried tramadol, Valium, Flexeril, you name it. Norco is the only medication that works wonders."


"I've recently been diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear, osteoarthritis in my neck, and peripheral neuropathy.  I'm also waiting to get surgery for herniated discs L-5 to S-1.  I've been on Lortab and really couldn't tell it was doing anything.  I had become very depressed due to the severe pain I've been experiencing.  The doctor gave me Percocet and at first I was very hesitant to take it.  But now that I am it has made such a huge difference.  I've only been on it for a few days but for the first time in a very long time I was able to go to sleep last night and stay asleep for more than 3 hours at a time.  My shoulder that has the tear is still painful but it is bearable now.  I really hope that it has the antidepressant effect too."


"I've been on 2mg / day Klonopin for about 6 months now and I do feel that its not working as well as it was the first few months.  Now my anxiety stems from my thoughts on whether I'm building a tolerance which I think is NOT GOOD.  Sad thing is this medicine has been the only one to actually let me go out into the world without the social anxiety I have without it."


"Absolutely no help. A tic tac gives me just as much relief and fresher breath. Shameful to even be given in my opinion."


"Was on Vivelle 0.05 plus Prometrium for 4.5 years; felt great. Stopped for 1 year because I worried that being on HRT for 14 years (Prempro for 10 yrs.) total was risky & maybe I was now "beyond" the hot flashes, etc.  Well...I felt lousy the entire time I was without HRT (1 year)..hot flashes, sleepless nights, brain fog, etc.  Now I'm back on Vivelle Dot & Prometrium...feeling so much better! I don't think I'll ever give up this. Plus the estrogen helps my osteoporosis & vaginal dryness."


"Before Lexapro I couldn't get out of bed. I was stuck in my room for 6 months straight. I didnt go anywhere. I had social anxiety. I never went to school. I cried all the time. Had anxiety with breathing problems. I was suicidal daily. NOW I'm a totally different person! I'm so happy. I never have a terrible day. Got a job, have friends, and thinking positive about my future. I now love myself. I don't obsess over pointless things now. I'm more awake and have energy. No more depression or anxiety.  20 mg right away, I love it. Its never disappointed me."


"My son is autistic he is 10 years old, my son's Dr recommend risperdal for him because of his aggressive behaviors. After 3 months on the medication he has been more agitated and he put on 15 pounds. So the Dr wants to increase the medicine.  I will not be doing this increased"


"After an injury with a chainsaw. I was put on morphine. It made me feel "thick" & groggy. It also didn't cut the pain. I asked my Dr. To put me on oxycodone & Oxycontin. I found this to be better at reducing pain without the brain fog."


"A friend told me told me to cut the sheets into quarters. So I did. I forgot to mention in my last post that I am 29 now.  Anyway, I have only take 2 quarters of a sheet today and I feel great.  No withdrawals and no thoughts or wants for pain pills.  I actually took 5 lortabs to work with me yesterday just in case the Suboxone did not work.  I was very comfortable with flushing them down the toilet this morning.  I am so thankful for Suboxone.  Life is already 100% better and I am sure it will get better.  The only side effect is that it was difficult to go to sleep last night.  Suboxone is a life saver and I would recommend it to anybody."


"I switched from Nuva Ring which made my vaginal very dry, irritated non stop light bleeding. I also developed gross acne. 2 hours after I put this patch on I stopped bleeding. My acne is clearing up and my vaginal stays very very wet. I am noticing it's easier for me to cry and I'm sleepy most days, but my sexual arousal has been spiked and hasn't dulled my ability to orgasm like my previous birth controls did. Overall I'm happy. I'm hoping the sky high estrogen content doesn't cause harm. I need the estrogen though."