"I've been on the Depo-Provera jab for 5 years due to heavy periods I've not had one since I spot occasionally but that is very rarely. It's not for everyone warranted but it changed my life. It has it's ups and downs but I'm a strong person and I manage the mood swings and I'm sensible enough to know now that nearer the time of my jab I get cravings for food and after I've had it they go. My skin improved and I lost weight. That's because I knew it can cause cravings so I managed it. I would recommend it if you are a strong willed sensible person. It's not a light-hearted contraceptive."


"I had a "heat of the moment " incident on May 4th, I took Plan B the following day, less than 24 hours later. I started my period two weeks early, a week after taking the pill. I have had migraines, nausea, lower back pains, and diarrhea, but at least it worked."


"It seems you can only write so much. So I'll have to be a brief as possible. I have been given a prescription to Aldara in the past, filled it, and never used it because of a number of posts that I have read.

I have this one particular spot that I've had treated with liquid nitrogen, along with podophyllum, however, it has yet to go away. So I decided to try vyloma, which is 3.75% in strength vs 5% for aldara.

I have applied the cream for the past three days. I have used a small amount where I rub it into the wart until it disapears. I have also been using it on some pre-cancer warts on my torso.

So far, I have not experienced any type of pain or irritation as of yet. I'm waiting and will repost."


"This works when nothing else does for joint pain post Cushing's disorder."


"Symbicort helped breath easier in the beginning. After a few weeks it actually made it worse and on top of it gave me terrible dibilitating back pain and hoarse throat. Side effects are not worth it! I would not recommend."


"Therapeutic but dulling"


"Please please please don't use this drug! Was put on it for a bladder infection that I didn't even know I had and have been nothing but miserable. When I first started taking it 100 mg twice a day I noticed that I had severe nausea even though I took it with food. Then body pains and head pains came. My head would feel so heavy that I could barely hold it up and my ears felt as if they were full of fluid. Then came the vision problems and trouble balancing and basically walking. I had to take time off work because I have been have a mental breakdown because of this drug. I am constantly crying or in full on panic attacks, I feel like any day could be my last. Please don't take this pill its not worth it! I'm praying this won't be forever."


"This is the WORST BIRTH CONTROL I have ever taken!! I've been on this for 5 days and have been crying every hour, angry, and acting  pyschotic. My depression and anxiety is through the roof and I'm not eating. I picked up a different birth control from my doctor today and  hopefully these horrible side effects from Junel go away ASAP. AVOID THIS PILL."


"So I just had my skyla inserted. I really don't know why people say it's the worst pain of your life, my doctor prescribed medication to soften the cervix and I took 800mg about an hour before my appointment. My doctor also applied topical anesthetic and while I was mentally preparing myself for the pain he told me we were done. I couldn't help but laugh at myself for being so nervous. Ladies just ask your doctor to take these measures to make you comfortable and you'll be fine"


"Methadone has been a real life change for my husband and I. Without it we would both be craving opiates all day. It has changed us to feel free from the old way of everyday living, to healthy people, free from pain and lust over a drug that would eat your life away. I'm glad methadone is out there for people who need it for whatever problems they may have. Drink water and take lots of fiber so you can be regular."


"I was on the Ortho Evra patch from age 16-26. They did discontinue it so I switched to Xulane. Prior to Xulane I had stopped taking birth control for 1 month. My face broke out completely. Only my cheeks. As soon as I got on Xulane the acne stopped within 3 weeks. The only side effect I have had are tender boobs at random times. Not sure if they are growing. Haven't gained any weight but I have been small my whole life. I'll review in about 3 months ago as it's only been my second month on Xulane. My insurance covers Xulane so no out of pocket cost."


"I love Lidoderm patches. I have stenosis and muscle spasms. There are some nights I couldn't sleep without them.  Be sure you are not wearing the patches longer than 12 hours. What is great is you can wear them under your clothes when working and no one knows or 'smells' you are wearing relief for spasms.

They have been my lifesaver on more than one occasion. "


"Copaxone has been excellent, for me, as far as slow -> minimal progression. I hate injections. However, I much prefer the 20 mg daily injection over the 40 mg 3 x week. I have fewer localized reactions."


"Ineffective for me. I had to stop taking it twice and the withdrawal was AWFUL! It was like what I would imagine heroin withdrawal from heroin. I highly suggest NO one use this drug for that reason."


"It's really nice being able to take off my jacket without having huge sweat spots for everyone to see."


"It took a while, but Zoloft has been a total lifesaver for me. I had severe OCD/anxiety and later on depression as well. Anyone who's ever had crippling anxiety knows what mental torture it is. I was so afraid to try Zoloft but finally gave in when I felt like I had nothing to lose. I was on 50mg and the first few days I only felt a little dizzy but nothing else. On day 11, I first noticed some kind of shift. I remember looking at a tree and for the first time in years feeling joy, like I felt as a kid, and just enjoying its beauty vs fearing getting killed by a falling branch. About 6 weeks in I felt less tense overall but still felt it could be better. Started 100mg and my anxiety is gone. I feel normal again! Please give this a try!"


"I take 1000mg two times a day. Taking 325 mg aspirin before I take the Niaspan helps with the flushing. I have been on Niaspan for about 3 years now, my numbers are down 10%. The little bit of flushing I do get is a lot better than the severe joint pain I had with the statin medications. I recommend taking Niaspan. It is working for me."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I am mid prep right now, and I feel compelled to write this after my horrible experience. I am 48, finished chemo and radiation for breast cancer about 6 months ago, so I don't know if that has affected my experience.  And my Dad had stage IV colon cancer so I know other preps are not easy either. But the taste of this is unbearable and vile! I had severe bloating and nausea, took a Zofran after speaking to the nurse.. About 2 hours later I ate half a bowl of broth and had 6 or more projectile vomiting. Called the Dr, he said don't take the 2nd bottle, indicated it worked faster in me, I assume. Had jello & Sprite later, 2 hours from that more stomach pain and 7 more projectile vomiting. I am afraid to drink anything now. NEVER again!"


"It worked "okay" however the sweating on this medication is way more than I can take. "


"After having a urinary tract infection for three weeks, & three different antibiotics, with the third being Bactrim, I developed a horrible yeast infection. Thank goodness my Dr. prescribed seven days worth of Diflucan. After one pill, I experienced relief. Not complete relief, but I could finally get some sleep. Before Diflucan, I went through two tubes of Vagisil. It works but there is a perfumy smell that clings to the body. If my Dr. had only prescribed one pill I would be back in the ER begging for something to relieve the maddening itch. This is my first yeast infection & I hope I never get another!"


"Aloha!  I am a 41 year old female. I started taking Belviq less than a week ago and I am down 4 pounds already!  It would have taken me a month to lose this before.  Very minimal side effects that passed after day 2.  If you are considering this, give it a try!  It is a miracle!"


"I've gone from 25, 50,75,100 and been on 200mg a day for 4 weeks now. I've been on lithium, Seroquel, Seroquel XR and could not handle the side effects of all. Lamictal has been magic. I can feel the change completely, I just feel like everything is a little 'slower' and that I'm not racing all the time. Bipolar 2. Best medication I have been on by far and can honestly say that this is one I plan to stick to. The side effects were small but there, dizziness when standing, headache and a little nausea for the first 6 weeks on and off but nothing compared to the emotions of bipolar."


"My overall experience with Reclipsen has been mostly positive... Weight loss, lighter periods, less severe cramps, no acne (although that was never an issue).

My only cons would be the rise and fall in my moods. Other than that, I cant complain about the product. Will continue to use it for as long as I need to!"


"I was put on Ceftin for a sinus infection, 3 days later I developed terrible diarrhea with blood, found out it was called pseudomembraneous colitis. It is now a week later and I am still suffering from the side effects. "


"In the first month I broke out with the worst acne I've ever experienced (large and painful). The second month progressed to smaller acne occurring but my skin became very dry, especially my lips. Chapstick has to be applied about every 20 minutes. There were rashes on my forearms from a reaction that looked like poison ivy and felt like eczema. The third month is where I noticed my pores began to shrink. There are no more large breakouts, just minor acne when it decides to show. Now I am in my fourth month and there are very few break outs and in their own area; no clusters of breakouts. Overall Accutane is a great product for severe acne and it can change anyone's life, but the side effects are serious and patients need to be safe!"


"Been on Chantix 10 weeks, smoke free for nine weeks. This medicine has been a miracle for me.  I tried everything, patches, gum, lozenges.. nothing worked for me. It has been pretty easy for me, my dreams are vivid, but very entertaining, really no other side effects. I cut back to one a day after six weeks, seems to be enough. I plan on weaning myself off at the five month mark. I've actually lost seven pounds since I stopped smoking. As I said, this is a miracle!"


"At first it gave me a red rash and did not help with my psoriasis. My doctor gave me a cream for the rash and it went away and said I should keep using it. Several months later I am as clear as I have been since first getting the medication.

Pro tip- get the co pay assistance card."


"I had shoulder surgery 4 months ago, and honestly my Orthopedic prescribed the patches couple days ago it's really helping with my pain. And someone mentioned that is not cover by insurance? Yes it does at least my insurance, But co payment is little high but compare from $300 to $70 co pay not bad."


"Valtrex has been great. I have not had an outbreak in almost two years since taking it, it has almost been like a cure. The only downside is that the pills are big but I think that is a small price to pay for what it does!"


"I am on 500 mg 2x day for 5 days.  The UTI is better, the side effects are horrible.  I am nauseous, have zero energy, and I can't put two thoughts together.  This started the very next day and have continued.  I hate it.  I am in a very intense season in my work and I have not been able to do anything.  Never again."


"This drug has worked great for my anxiety, 10 mg and it takes the edge off."


"I have been taking Celexa about a month and a half for anxiety. I didn't go to the doctor, on the given day, to get anything but an antibiotic for being sick. I walked out of the doctor's office that day with Celexa also. I was VERY fearful of taking a type of drug like this, but I was also tired of being very anxious - always have been. I was easy to irritate. I couldn't handle stress well and couldn't seem to focus at the task at hand when I was stressed. Celexa has taken away these feelings. I feel 'normal' now, so to speak and can handle everything better. I can also orgasm, no problems (am married) ;-) and I have NOT gained any weight! I can cry also and have normal emotional responses. Celexa has been great!"


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"I started taking this pill to help with my very painful periods.  It did help them become more manageable, but the side effects made me decide to stop taking it after 3 months.  My acne got very out of control.  My face was completely covered in big, painful red zits.  Also, my hair got very greasy.  I would wash it every morning and by 2 pm it would look dirty again.  Other than that, it was fine.  I didn't gain weight, no nausea, and increased sex drive.  I tried to make it work because everything else was okay, but in the end, the acne just got too bad for me (but I tend to have acne prone skin anyway)."


"My back was broken 5 months ago and I have been on just about everything you could imagine. I am now on MS Contin and the pain is literally gone. I cant believe it. I have been on so many other pain relief medicines - you name it I have tried it with no relief. I finally have the pain relief I so desperately needed."


"Great experience!! Had my nexplanon for 5 1/2 years just removed to try conceiving. I did have acne and weight gain not sure if it's connected with the implant. Had a regular monthly ever single month. Can't complain I thought it was an awesome birth control!"


"I have severe back pain due to an injury that eventually  resulted in three lower back surgeries. I have been on Kadian for a couple of years and I do not find it very effective at all. I am in misery most of the time."


"Effective in lowing blood pressure, but gave me a terrible dry cough so had to change to another medicine."


"It really hasn't seem to change anything for me other than it lightened a tiny bit of the redness. I'm hoping its just because I've only been using for 3 weeks. Hopeful but skeptical been down this road many times, nothing seems to work entirely for me."


"Age: 24; Births: none; Previous contraceptives: none; I just got Mirena inserted yesterday with no anesthesia. I took 800mg of ibuprofen before my appointment. I experienced two sharp pains that lasted ~10 seconds each--one during measurement and one during insertion. I just tried to relax my bottom and breathe through it. The pain immediately subsided after she inserted the Mirena. I did feel crampy for the rest of the day, but I returned to work and even went to the gym and did a 2 mile run on the treadmill. So it wasn't terrible.

I can only comment on the insertion experience since I just got it inserted yesterday, but hopefully this will be helpful for those of you who (like me) are feeling anxious about the insertion."


"I would definitely recommend this pill to anyone! I used to have terrible cramps & heavy period, but since I've been on minastrin I spot for 2 days at the most & really don't even need more than a panty liner, also barely any cramping. Take the pill as the directions say & if it makes you sick, TAKE WITH FOOD!!! In the beginning I was literally throwing up every night I was so sick but then I discovered that if I take the pill with dinner I have no side effects. Other types of birth control used to make me super moody & lose my hair but I've had no issues with this one! Although it is expensive because it is brand name, to me it's worth it. You can find discounts online that help if your insurance doesn't cover it"


"I had used other laxatives to regulate my digestive system and many of the other laxatives gave me awful side effects such as nausea, excruciating cramping and others, miralax worked very well without the side effects the other meds had."


"I think it should be a law for all pharmaceuticals that has anything to do with the production of hydromorphone or any other narcotic should be required to make a medication to wean you off of these  medications"


"I was 20 weeks pregnant when I had to go to the hospital because I had a bladder infection and kidney stones. The doctor ordered me to take this twice a day for 7 days and it helped greatly. When I went in two weeks later for a follow up with my ob/gyn he said the infection was gone but just to be safe he put me on this for the rest of my pregnancy to prevent me from getting another infection since I'm predisposed to getting them. After three weeks of taking this once a day I had to take myself off of it. I was nauseous all morning and night, tired to the point of lethargy, and just not feeling well at all in general. As soon as I stopped taking it all the horribleness went away."


"I had an extremely painful bladder infection and this medication worked by day 3. ...........I'm on day 6   now, one more day to go,  The only side effect I had was feeling tired and achey but I slept more which helped. Also extreme anxiety from reading the scary reviews  on here lol. This medicine saved me from a  kidney infection."


"I was on it for a little over a year and had no problem with effectiveness.  I did gain 2 cup sizes though.  But once I got off it I gained weight.  Nothing I did stopped the weight gain.  I am now going back on it hoping to stop the weight gain."


"Take one 60mg dosage of Prozac around cycle day 13-14. Just one dose of the 60mg has effectively helped me with my severe PMDD symptoms."


"I got on here just to rate this medicine, ironically, after reading about it on here.  I'm a professional speaker and performer who for years was an amateur wannabe speaker and performer.  I have a lot of involuntary nervousness like redness and shaking hands which would sabotage me despite my general level of comfort and quality of presentation. Take 10-40 mg 30 mins to an hour and it becomes physically impossible to get nervous.  Now I'm rapidly moving up in my field thanks to my poise and confidence.  "


"I have been given many different diagnosis (Hemicrania continua, primary trochlear headache, Atypical Trigeminal Neuralgia) currently I have migrainous type chronic headache with Atypical Facial Pain. I was on 300 mg Topamax with a bunch of other stuff and this helped, but I couldn't add 2 2. It was like north pole magnets coming together. Now I have been on 200mg Zonisamide (Zonegran) for about 2 years and I have a 50% reduction in pain. As for cognitive impairment, I can live with the loss of spelling and reduced vocabulary. It's not that bad compared to either the pain or Topamax."


"Started taking Zoloft four days ago and can already tell the difference.  I was having trouble driving because I had several panic attacks while doing so.  I have driven every day since starting the Zoloft and it hasn't bothered me yay!  The only side effect I notice is it upsets my stomach, but I have found if I take it with a smoothie it doesn't."


"I'm 17 and prior to Hypercare I would sweat all the time. It started probably 2-3 years ago, I tried all sorts of deodorants baking soda clinical strength nothing worked for me. I mentioned my issue with my doctor and he prescribed this to me, last night was the first time I applied it and it was pretty painful, like little pricks of needles but I have to say over the entire day I did not sweat once! It was like the thing I was most concerned and self conscious about disappeared. This product will definitely change my life, if you are reading this and considering asking your doctor about this I would 100% recommend doing so, and for your information deodorant can be used with this for odor for armpits. I asked my doctor, it's all good."


"I love the Lo-Loestrin FE. It is the best BC I've ever tried. No periods, no mood swings, migraines are gone, 10 day periods are gone. The only thing I don't like is the slight weight gain. But its worth it to me to feel so much better."


"Had my 15th colonoscopy on 5/18/17.  My first one was back in 1983 when the procedure was very new.  For me Prepopik was the best prep ever.  The 5oz powdered drinks were not bad at all.
Two nights before the procedure, I drank a 10ounce bottle of magnesium citrate as prescribed.  I had a movement 7 hours later at 4am.  I started my Prepopik (part 1) at 4pm the day before the procedure.  I finished my 5 glasses of Gatorade and apple juice within 90 minutes.  Had 2 movements within 2 hours.  I started my Prepopik (part 2) at 2am the morning of the procedure.  Finished my 3 glasses of apple juice and Gatorade within 30 minutes, and had 2 movements within 1.5 hours.  I had no issues with nausea or cramping.  My colonoscopy started about 8:45am.
Some tips: I have a feeling some folks may tend to over-eat on their last meal day in fear of starvation on their liquid diet day.  This means they will have more to pass the next day.  Try eating lighter meals that day.  Purchase the softest toilet tissue you can find.  It helps.  Also, try applying A&D ointment between movements.  Good luck, and I hope this helps."


"I used this medication for a solid 10 years, and it effectively dealt with my anxiety and depression; however, it made me very tired and I required a great deal more sleep than other people I knew. Weight gain and sexual side effects abounded, but I felt so good mentally that I was able to ignore this for a long time. This cut my obsessive thoughts out completely. I decided to wean off when I was trying to lose weight for my health and it just wasn't coming off. The weaning is a b*tch, and I weaned over several months' time, using liquid fluoxetine to come down incrementally. However, once I was entirely off the medication, my anxiety and depression came back with a vengeance."


"Very effective on ADD. Obviously, helps focus and concentration. One problem, great benefit is that if you have bipolar and depression is helps motivate you and give some of your ambition and great energy levels back! I have noticed that if not on an extended release form and you have long days like I do you notice that the effectiveness only lasts about 3 to 3 1/2 hours."


"I started on Celexa 20mg for anxiety in hopes to stop my Xanax. 6 hours after my 2nd dose I felt VERY IRRITABLE my skin felt like it was burning, I was at work and in my bosses office and stripped of my clothes and I couldn't help it. I felt jittery and like I wasn't myself. I will never take this again"


"I have been on this  medication for 17 years im on 20mg I was on 60mg 40mg  and now I weened down to 20mg this medication is really good. I never had any problems with it. Good Luck"


"For people suffering from inflammation this medication is amazing! After 2 days my pain was gone, no long term regimen. I've suggested this medicine to many people.  "


"After a week, 18 pounds gone, inflammation and water I am sure mostly. However, I am NOT eating everything I see, I am not continuously hungry in as along as I can remember.
Importantly, can move again. See the physican in five days, see how I am doing."


"Geodon is really an effective medicine for Schizoaffective Disorder. One of the most challenging mental disorders to identify accurately and treat appropriately is schizoaffective disorder. This condition involves both psychotic symptoms and conspicuous, long-enduring, severe symptoms of mood disorder.
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"Klonopin has made me the woman I was prior to menopause. I am so very grateful. I could no longer stand the sleepless nights, horrific night and day sweats, constipation, anger attacks, anxiety attacks and bouts of depression. A friend told me about Klonopin. It works without causing any side effects. I pray it continues as I honestly wished to just not exist any longer. I am once again functioning daily, interacting with family and feeling normal/rested/happy each day."


"I have been on Zestril (originally 10 mg and since reduced to 5mg) for the past 8 years and my pressure had stabilised all these years. In the last 3 years, I started having some chronic dry irritating coughs; and this year have been having problems with erection and libido. Zestril is the only medicine I take. "


"I have anxiety and emetaphobia along with symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder. I was so scared to take Prozac, especially as it seemed that everything I read about it was negative. I am so glad that I found this website, as reading more positive and balanced reviews really helped me to decide to take it and I am so glad I did. I was lucky to have next to no side effects, I felt tired and a little emotionless for a while but that soon passed. It has helped to bring down my anxiety levels a lot and while it is not a miracle cure I feel like myself again, which is really great compared to how I had felt. I feel more balanced emotionally and focused."


"I have been taking this medicine for almost 2 years now due to horrible cramping. No medicine worked for my cramping and I was taking to much medicine. When I first began the pill my body was way out of wack, pain, sleeping alot, not to much eating but after about 4 months my body got used to it. So I think the pill does help to prevent pregnancy very well and it does indeed help with my cramping even though I may have to take a pain pill a few times. Levora is pretty good. You have to be careful about going for more then two days without taking it because you will bleed like a period and it will last for 2 WEEKS. I am adjusted to it now."


"This miracle drug has saved me so many times. I suffer from unbearable abdominal pains from ovulation to period... It's very effective and goes directly to the source of ANY other  pain I suffer. Whoever invented it should be called a hero.!!"


"I was prescribed this for anxiety, depression and sleep problems (with my fibromyalgia)  after several trial and errors with other medication. I've been on it for three weeks now and it has no effect whatsoever on me. The doctor took me off sertraline and replaced it with mirtazapine.  I sleep about 3/4 hours every other night so I've doubled my dosage from 15mg to 30 mg after reading people's comments. I took the dose 3 hours ago and nothing :( hope it works better for others! (Uk)"


"When I was 35 I was on the pill and ended up having a stroke. I was placed on a blood thinner. I had very heavy periods, and my doctor decided I should be on Merina. I must admit that I still have a period, but it is not heavy. I love this and recommend this to others."


"When I first started taking invega it took away the voices and delusional thoughts better than the other injection I was receiving. Weening off of it was not hard but I was also taking large doses of niacin and lithium at the time. I had a manic episode that lasted 3 months after withdrawing. After that, one injection brought me back to reality in less than a day. I have extreme weight gain on invega, drousiness (sleep 12 hours a day) and decreased sex drive. Though it is important for me to point out, like I said, no mania or hallucinating. I function well on the injection. It is the side effects that I have troubles dealing with."


"I am so glad I looked on this website!! I'm glad I am not alone. Like many others, my insurance / pharmacy switched me from Microgestin (on for 2 years with no issues), to Junel (on for 3 years with no issues) and now to Blisovi (I've been on it for 3 months). I gained 10 lb in the first month with Blisovi. I work out and eat healthy and have been the same size since I was 18 (I am 29), and the weight is not coming off! In addition, acne has been uncontrollable and unpredictable, I have been bleeding more days than not since I've been using this pill (feels more like 3 weeks on, one week off), and I've been getting headaches and jitters. Stay away if you can!!!"


"Works extremely well.

The day after I give myself the injection, I feel like I have a cold (common side effects) ... Two days after, I'm fine.

I get sick easily when inconsiderate people ride public transportation sick and don't take care about coughing.

Grocery shopping is another hazard as sick people run into the store "for just a second" and head home to be sick.

Buying masks for the hazard areas is a good idea. I always ask at Drs offices for a few and have never been refuses.

Even with the one day colds and the hazard if getting sick frequently, IT'S MORE THAN WORTH TAKING DUE TO BENEFITS. (I wouldn't even regret taking it if I got the most severe rare side effect alone or in combination with methotrexate)"


"Nortriptyline lessened the discomfort for maybe a couple of months, but then it stopped working."


"Would not be here without  it. I am 87."


"An excellent drug. Brought back performance of 30 year old. At lower doses the effect can vary. Suggest 20 mg about two hours before sex, but will work well for long duration after that. Drink one to two glasses of water when taking to improve absorption. Exercise, relax and enjoy."


"I have used these to completely stop smoking, I took as prescribed, with no noticable side effects.

I am cigarette free now for 7 weeks, and there are times that I would happily sell everyone I knew into slavery(yes an exageration) for a smoke, but these have become much fewer, and also much less intense.  To point now I had one today, the first this week, and it lasted a couple seconds and was gone.  Compared to how it was before using this, when it would result in an hours of restlessness until I got a cigarrette.

I would recommend to anyone wanting to stop, it will still take willpower, but this will make those low times much easier to handle, and also make them fewer."


"I have been on this for over a year and I am sad that it isn't working for certain things. I have a very light 3-4 day period every time, no breakthrough bleeding, no cramps headaches or anything else! My skin cleared up immensely. The three biggest problems were the fact that ever since I have been on this I have absolutely no sex drive, at all, I have been so depressed and down, and I gained 20 pounds because of the hormone levels :(! I would still be on it if the couple side effects I have weren't so large."


"I take Lialda 3.6g each morning which cleared up my diarrhea and bloody stool but I have had neurological side effects of headaches, fatigue, and slow-thinking, and abdominal pain, gas, and bloating as well. I'm too scared to switch to other meds despite an asacol prescription given the risk of flare ups when meds change, but I don't want the mental haziness for the rest of my life."


"Very expensive, leaves large bruises on my skin from small bumps, I also had pretty thick hair, loss of hair since starting eliquis"


"I took this 2 hours after the condom broke, I got my period only 1 day late. I'm very happy with this product. the first few days I was drowsy and bloated but it got better."


"After surgery to remove a kidney I developed IBS mixed. I was missing so much work and school and it only got worse as I got older. After moving I saw a new digestive health Dr. He put me on this with Elavil, omg the change was almost immediate. Within a week I was so much better. I've been on them for about a year now and I still have a couple episodes once every 3 months or so but it's managed and controlled now. If I forget to refill or skip a dose, I suffer within 12 hours of the missed dose."


"I’ve never had a baby, I’m 18 and I was by myself except I had my father driving for me. I have very regular periods, I tried the pill which helped with cramp but only a short amount of time, my periods were light 3-4 days and very regular (28 or so) even off the pill, they only got betteR\on the pill but my problem was weight gain depression and cramps that came back. DO NOT LET ANYONE SCARE YOU, yes you’ll hear stories but most people who write reviews do it to warn others! The insertion felt like gas pain... LITERALLY. Granted I’m used to worse, but I highly recommend, got it done Sep 14 stopped spotting Oct. 6, I love kylenna and it was great, I have had barely any body acne. Nothing drastic. Very much recommend <3"


"great for sleeping but my legs hurt during the day"


"I have taken midol, Advil, but none compare to Motrin IB. It worked within the first five minutes of me taking it. Great for instant relief, and last quite a while."


"I'm 51-years old and was skeptical regarding ADD or ADHD. A counselor urged me to get tested. I agreed to do it because all I wanted was help. I no longer cared what the answer was for whatever was wrong. I only cared if it worked. So, I did the test and was told I was "off the charts" the highest scores they had seen in years of testing. Today I take 120-150 mgs of Vyvanse daily and it makes a difference. Nonetheless, even though Vyvanse has been very helpful, I still doubted whether ADHD was "real." I couldn't understand why the medicine was so highly regulated. How could anyone get addicted to this stuff I thought? Then I realized people like me don't get high from drugs like this and that's one reason I know it's working and ADHD is real."


"I have suffered depression and PTSD for a long time.  I ate ativan like tictacs and tried many other anti-depressants (prozac, escitlaopram, etc. all of which had very negative effects on me and which I discontinued after trial periods).  Last year was a significant year for me with huge outside stressors adding pressure.  Long story short, doc put me on wellbutrin. I didn't notice anything at first, but I noticed after a couple weeks the black dog was going away and then I gradually became emotionally flatter and could go weeks without crying.  Great stuff.  I will be on it for life.  Con:  As another poster stated; bad and scary quick rebound depression when you quit (ran out and was away so could not renew scrip)."


"I was diagnosed with AS about 8 years ago.  I have been on Enbrel for approximately 7 years, except when pregnant or breastfeeding.  Enbrel worked wonders for me.  I felt great!  Unfortunately it looks like I have become allergic to something (probably preservatives) in the injection.  I had a several allergic reaction about a month ago and my doctor switched me to Humira.  I just took my first injection this past week and so far so good.  Hopefully I won't have a reaction like I recently experienced with Enbrel - keeping my fingers crossed!"


"I'm on my second implant and I've been a huge fan from day one. I didn't have a period before I got my first implant because of a combination of being thin and previous BC and I never got a period after it was implanted until just recently (4.5 years after first implant). I never spotted or anything. The first period I had recently (legitimately first period I've had in ~8 years) was completely normal. No cramping, nothing crazy. I know most people hate this thing but I can't complain, just wish it lasted longer since it won't be free anymore soon (thanks trump). The only thing I worry about is scar tissue forming from inserting and removing the stick in same area on arm but it hasn't been an issue yet."


"I'm on 30mg twice a day. My doctor started me on 15my twice a day and I noticed an extremely positive change within a week. I went from 5  anxiety attacks a day and constant feelings of anxiety to maybe one attack a week and feeling pretty ok. Since upped to 60mg a day, along with my celexa, the Buspar has definitely done it's job and prevents any general feelings of anxiety from blowing into full anxiety attacks. I can definately feel a negative difference when I've missed a day.  My only concern is that about 20 minutes after I take my morning dose of Buspar, I usually get a dizzy, weak, passout feeling that persists for about a half hour. My doctor doesn't appear concerned about it but it does bother me and feels horrible for that time."


"This is completely the worst experience I have had with birth control. I was very skeptical about getting this because I have not had any kids before but rather be safe than sorry. I do not recommend this because the side affects- cramps are extremely painful and unbearable. Over time I thought it would get better but that has not been the case. This has hinder me from doing a lot of things I need to do ."


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"I used this pill for about 3 years. It was hard to adjust to at first but then as time went on my body adjusted. My chest went up a cup size which I did not mind. But I gained weight substantially. I noticed my attitude start to change drastically over the past 8 months. I would act like a crazy person for no reason. I would get upset and cry over things I would have never gotten mad about before. I accused my boyfriend of everything and eventually he couldn't take it and broke up with me because he thought that's how my personality really was. I was insecure and depressed. I began to think that I was bipolar but it was the birth control pills. I stopped taking them about a month ago and i already feel better. "


"I had the worst constipation the other day so I took 2 tablets around 6, and the next morning I woke up at 6 due to the pain. I had to go to the bathroom right away, twice in a row, and that was the most painful thing ever, I was starting to feel weak. Now I feel good, but the side effects is what scares me to take them again."


"I am 61 and have been using Cialis for approximately 1 and 1/2 years with great result. I have been taking medicines for high blood pressure for about 12 years now. Erections are much stronger and last longer..partner is very pleased also. She can not believe the difference. "


"My OB/GYN put me on this pill because I have ovarian cysts that rupture causing severe pain and he said the hormones would prevent that from happening. I've been on it for about 2 weeks or so now and my main problem with it is that I get a migrane almost every single day now and I feel nauseous every single day and it gets worse at night. I also experience strong food cravings and certain smells make me feel like puking or thinking about certain foods makes me feel sick to my stomach too. Other than that, its great. I guess. I've never been on birth control before so I guess its doing what its supposed to. "


"My wife gets urinary tract infections frequently due to a catheter and 10 days on Levaquin takes care of it. This drug is great."


"When I first started taking this medicine, it was not working and I was upset that I switched from the Roxicontin 30s. I changed back to my original script but a new doctor convinced me to try the Opana once again. I took the doctor's advice and this time it worked-actually quite well. I am virtually pain free and able to play with my kids again."


"I have not gotten pregnant while on Nexplanon, so that's good. That being said, I have an appointment with my GYN to see about getting it removed. Before I got the implant, my cycles were very regular (every 27-29 days,lasting about 4-5 days). They warned me when I got the implant my cycle may change or stop; what actually happened is I now run 35-50 days between cycles and they last for 7-12 days. I have also experienced significant weight gain and mood shifts. I suffer from depression, and I've felt like I've been having a mild episode almost the entire time I've had the implant. Also, my face is breaking out like it did when I was in middle school. No thanks."


"Been on this med for about 6 days now. I definitely notice that I feel better. I have taken Zoloft, celexa, and viibryd. Viibryd was the only one that actually seemed to help me but the effects wore off after a few months. Wellbutrin has by far been the most effective."


"I took plan b 3 times in my lifetime, I did it my first two times of having protected sex (I was really nervous so my boyfriend bought it I was obviously not even close to pregnant though) and then last night where the condom broke on us. I have never been so nervous since this is the time I really need it. i took it a hour within having it break, I get my period on the 26th mostly but still praying and waiting."


"This is the ONLY thing that works when I have a bad flare up of my hemorrhoids. When I first began to use it about 10 years ago, my insurance covered it with a minimal co-pay. Then a couple of years ago, the co-pay went up to $80! Now, my new insurance does not cover at all, and the retail price is $150. I have tried EVERYTHING and have minimal relief - this is the ONLY thing which works effectively for me. I am very disappointed that it remains so expensive as I am now a senior citizen and can no longer afford it when I need it the most!!"


"30, no children, 105lbs previously on Lo Loestrin 1+ yr prior to Nexplanon insertion June 2016. No periods on lo lo and none with implant. Implantation quick and easy, not a big deal with Tenderness at implantation site for 4-7 days. Ok for the first 2 mos and I have no other side effects except terrible acne. Acne across cheeks and jawline and it doesn't go away. Deep, painful pimples with obvious whiteheads. While I've never had perfectly clear skin, I've also never had acne like this. Doctor said hormonal acne unlikely to go away but could see dermatologist if I desire. Why waste money at derm when I can tie it directly to this? Getting married in 8 mos and need to clean it up now and try something else Otherwise worked fine"


"No help! My hand and head still shake. I have a headache, nausea, and vomiting II never had. My face is red. I have no energy and have to push myself to do things. This is not me!"


"The nasal spray is very effective and not harsh.  However, I do NOT like the new pump spray bottle at all."


"This medicine is terrible. In fact doctors are terrible for prescribing it. Thanks to a 15 min session of my psychiatrist nodding (while barely looking at me) then writing down a name of a pill to "fix me" my face has never seen such acne. He thought I was depressed before, now I don't want to even leave the house. DOCTORS OVER PRESCRIBE!!!!! Please trust me, go to your herbal neighborhood store and get things to detox from medicine. The pharmaceutical companies are making a fortune on society believing a magic pill will sustain our life and subdue our problems. You're smarter than that, right?"


"24 years old and a sufferer since 5. After Humira, my psoriasis is starting to clear up. Not totally but starting to fade. As for the nails, not much of a change. I had very bad plaque psoriasis covering almost every part of my body and guttate psoriasis mainly on my wrists, arms, and back. It was painful when the lesions on my shins would crack and bleed. I've tried almost every cream/spray but those only temporary relieved them. But ever since I started Humira 2 months ago the plaque went away, my scalp psoriasis is gone, guttate psoriasis is clearing, and overall no more itching, flaking, cracking, and bleeding! The only side effects, if they are even caused by this medication is that I've been getting acne."


"I had back surgery (Laminectemy of L4, L5 and S4 , 8 inch titanium rod w/7 screws)in October 2006 plus I have severe Fibromyalgia and although Percocet makes me a little sleepy, this is the first time in 4 years that I feel relatively pain free. About 5 doctors were afraid of giving me anything stronger than regular Vicoden because of habit forming. Who cared if I couldn't walk or participate in activities. I finally found a doctor that was willing to help! Sometimes they give dogs more pallative care than humans. I should have gone to a vetenerian instead. "


"I just got my results of my first blood test after being on Livalo for two months. My total cholesterol was 189, and my good cholesterol was 60. Very happy with the results as my cholesterol hovered around 240 for the past 20 years. I had tried Crestor and Pravachol with bad muscle aches. My doctor finally talked me in to trying another Statin, since she said Livalo was better tolerated. So far, so good!"


"I had been on 20mg generic propranolol for 15 years. When I went to fill my prescription for 2015, I was told my generic propranolol was discontinued. I had to buy a new generic p, at 10 times the price. The new generic was not working to lower blood pressure. My doctor said I needed to take 60mg. When I got my dose up to 40mg, I then noticed my blood pressure was starting to come down some. At 40mg I developed whole body shaking that continued in all waking hours. Every time I either reduce my dose to 15mg or stop taking it, the whole body tremor stops. My last doctor says it is not the propranolol, that it is my thyroid meds. I have been on same thyroid meds since 2012 and never got this shaking prior to this new generic propranolol."


"This is only Day 1 for me, but I am taking the Phentermine capsules and not the pills so I can't cut mine in half. I took it at around 6am in the morning on an empty stomach, but I drank 2 glasses of water behind it. Around 6:45, I literally felt like Scarlett Johansen and Forest Gump at the same time. It seemed like the world was in high def focus and I felt like I could run for hours and not get tired. It's now 11:26am and I feel more normal. Still focused, but not as ready to explode with energy. My mouth is slightly dry, but nothing taking a sip of water can't cure or candy. I think I've drank 48 oz of water today already. So make sure you have water on hand bc you will be thirsty. I'm excited to lose 30 lbs. I'll update in 7 days!"


"I'm 19 I've been on depo for 3 years and I LOVE it I didn't have periods , skin problems or hair loss my only problem is I have slight cramps here and there but nothing major but I've recently missed my shot and I feel crazy idk what it is but my period came back immediately "


"I was very nervous after reading other reviews,  but I actually found Surprep to be not too bad. I mixed with water, and when drinking it I used Sprite for a chaser, but didn’t need to drink the Sprite too often. I finished the evening prep, slept about 6 hrs, then did the morning prep and my waste was completely clear like urine. It had not been the night before. Glad it’s all over now, and really, the whole process was much easier than I expected. My anxiety after reading reviews was pretty high, and that anxiety turned out to be unfounded."


"I have tried the pill and the patch, neither of which did ANYTHING for my heavy bleeding, cramps, or acne and both made me extremely emotional. My OB suggested Nexplanon over a year ago and I have been period free since insertion. Sometimes I will still get cramps but NOTHING like they were before. I am very pleased with my IUD. Initial implantation is painless, my doctor gave me a shot to numb my arm, however when the shot wore off I felt like I had been punched really hard in the arm. This pain lasted for several weeks but no longer hurts unless I over use my arm.  I read a lot of negative reviews before I had this done and I honestly think that nexplanon works differently from person to person. Nexplanon cost me 25$ USD after insurance."


"I was on Sertraline but was struggling with sleep, the doctor prescribed 15mg Mirtazapine and it was great, helped me sleep and also great for anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Like many other users, I did feel groggy in the mornings and I also noticed some minor restlessness but the positives are far more numerous than the negatives."


"I got the implant in April so I'm almost 3 months in. I've been spotting for about 2 months with a few breaks in between the last three days. Of course the spotting is annoying but it's really nothing that can't be handled. I can use panty liners as opposed to pads and they work perfectly and they're much cheaper. I actually lost a few pounds which is nice and I haven't had terrible mood swings (I pretty much haven't had any to be honest). I feel like my sex drive has either stayed the same or gone up just because I don't want to have sex with my bf on the days I am spotting so I literally look forward to those breaks. I'm going to wait it out a couple more months to see if the bleeding stops. But I think this is honestly worth a try."


"I took this medicine for a month and it didn't work for me at all."


"Update on my experience.....I have been on it now for 21 days and have lost 15 pounds.  First weigh in at the doctors office.  I feel great.  No side effects.  At first was seemed very tired, but now I seem adjusted to the medication.  I take 75 mg at night before bed.  Sleep better than I ever have.  Appetite simply isn't there.  Sodas don't taste the same; kind of like they have been sitting out for several days.  I am remain very hopeful this will work for the long term. I have approximately 100 pounds to lose."


"Here is my problem with Belsomra. I am a 50 year old male - 6' 2'' 190lbs. I am currently prescribed the 20mg dosage and it seems to work okay some of the time. By accident I doubled dosed one evening - 40mg - and had the best sleep of my life. Woke up refreshed after eight hours of sleep and had great energy and alertness the entire day. I feel I need a higher dosage for it to work for me."


"Getting started on this medicine can be tricky.  It comes in doses from 75mg immediate release up to 300mg extended release. Due to the stimulant effect it has, you may need to ease into it! Everybody is different. I had to ease into it.

For Major Depressive Disorder, it has worked great. I lost weight, my sex drive is through the roof (I'm 54 and feel like a teenager in that respect). I have lots of energy, (sometimes, too much). It doesn't help with my anxiety; I still need Klonopin now and then. It also gives me insomnia, again, the Klonopin helps there. And as other have said, it doesn't "build up" in your system so you don't get the withdrawal SSRI's/SNRI's."


"Wonder drug for me only downside is stuffy nose it's like having a constant cold. As in U.K. Prescriptions are free for over 60"


"Sure it got rid of the pneumonia. But at what cost???  Bad anxiety terrible pain in knees and ankles.  I was given xanax to deal with the side effects of the levaquin.  Never taking this agin."


"Hello all, just thought I'd share my experience with Bactrim. I'm a petite girl- as far as side effects goes I had almost none the first few days, but now on my 4th/5th day I am noticing the side effects appearing! Which are (for me) headaches, constipation (watch what you eat with this or else you'll get blocked up), loss of appetite (I'm not hungry almost at all), and oddly enough pain when I breath in (possibly mild pericarditis). I also can't seem to focus. But nothing too horrible. I take this on an empty stomach every time and it is absolutely fine. BUT- 3/10 pills left and I still have symptoms of a UTI !!! Ugh. So maybe it did not work for me."


"Best birth control!!!!!!!No problems, no period for over 4 years now...No complaints. Never been pregnant!!Hooray!"


"Had panic disorder since 1977. GP had me on Serepax for a long time and was finally sent to see a Psychiatrist who prescribed Xanax 1mg. ( that was when I was working.)   I had a drinking problem ( just beer ) for many years and finally ordered to give that away after blood tests showed my liver was being affected. After I retired, (2001), I was booze free but still on the Xanax until recently when my Psych said he would like very much to wean me off the Xanax (now Alprazolam) as the panic is under control. He has also stressed not to take the medication if not needed and keep a diary. So here I am cutting back the Alprazolam to just a  1/4 of a 2mg tablet in the morning and same in the evening. (13th June 2015)."


"PLEASE READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi all! I'm 18 years old and I had this birth control for about a year and a half. My main goal was to not have pregnancy scares, and it did just that. BUT I did not do my research enough. This was possibly the worst thing that I have ever done to myself. Let's just start off with I gained 50 FRICKEN POUNDS. I'm still a teenager so I've been devastated. Not to mention I've been on a diet and worked out for probably 6 months with no results.. FUN right?!?! not to mention my hormones were absolutely horrifying, my poor boyfriend has had to deal with this. I have been depressed and my anxiety levels were through the roof. I haven't had my period in a year but to me that is not healthy. PLEASE LADIES DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME"


"I took ciprofloxacin 500 milligrams 2 times a day and after 24 hours from starting this I started feeling sick again and worse now after 3 days with aching muscles, dizziness, pain in urination fever nauseated and headache, but the doctor won't prescribe anything else for me until it is finished after 5 days, so I'm going to go into the emergency or medical center."


"I love this medicine when I'm awake but it gives me the most lucid crazy dreams at night.  When I wake up and try to go back to sleep my mind is crazy , thinking crazy scenarios.   I wish I could take it for depression and smoking but the night time effect aren't worth it.  So disappointed."


"I got my Copper T about 7 months ago and I love it. I am 22- haven't had kids- so the insertion was pretty horrible. Really, really painful. I had horrific cramping and bleeding that whole day, an unreal amount of bleeding that night (seriously), but then the next day just a tiny bit of cramping and bleeding. My periods are slightly heavier than they were before, my cramping is normal, and my period lasts about 5 days. The only real difference in my periods is that they are much more spread out- I've been getting them every 5 to 7 weeks (this may have to do with me and my past history of birth control though). The insertion was bad but so worth it. I don't even know it's there. I recommend!"


"Cipro worked great for my urinary tract infection after 3 days of taking it I was back to normal. I would definitely ask your doctor for it if you have a UTI."


"It's great for trigeminal neuralgia pain.  Aside from forgetting words and not being able to spell and weakness, the side effects are not too terrible.  It is MUCH better than the TN pain."


"For 15 miserable years, I was on ziac 6.25 mg. I made a zombie. Slowed my heart rate to the point where it was  difficult to breathe. I am not in the medical field, but I know from personal experience that ziac is terrible."


"I will agree with most users, it tastes horrible. However, nothing you can't chug down, and this is coming from a super taster. I rinsed my mouth with Coca-Cola,  and sucked on Sunflower seeds after each huge gulp. Started seeing results within an hour. I think the trick is to just sit on the pot as soon as your tummy starts rumbling and stay there for a while so you don't get bloated and achy."


"It it one of the only things that opens up the sinuses to allow it to drain well, so the infection can heal otherwise the infection never clears out and you can get a clogged up sinus canal."


"Been on Contrave for three weeks and have lost 8lbs. I just started taking three pills a day. It took me longer to go up on dosage than it should have,but it took my body longer to adjust. I did have the jitters and did get nauseous when I upped the dosage, but now I feel ok. I definitely get full quicker and no longer snack. I also noticed my craving dissipating. I am training with the couch to 5k, bc on May 16th I'll be doing my second 5k!"


"I'm am a 18 year old girl whose been sweating since the 6th grade. Its Soo embarrassing that I used to wear mostly black so no one would see the pit stains. Drysol works really great. The only downside I would say is that if I use it everyday or after I shave, it has the worst burning/itching sensation."


"I've only been on it for one week but so far so good it really seems to be reducing my appetite and I have lost a couple of pounds. I am not so sure that the benefits are going to outweigh the costs.  I have had none of the side effects that i had on other prescription weight loss drugs no drowsiness no nausea no vomiting no diarrhea. So that is a plus right off the bat"


Esophageal Variceal Hemorrhage Prophylaxis

"I have almost bled to death due to esophageal varicies, and not only did the Nadalol make me feel stronger but every time I have dealt with the condition simply by using this miracle pill and nothing else, the bleeding quickly stopped. I'm not sure if this is just a happy coincidence, but I doubt it because the results were consistently positive."


"On Atripla for more than a year and I'm just loving it. Last week I had my blood test done and its undetectable, and my CD4 is 1350 although I had flu 2 weeks ago and I thought it will drop down. Thank you Atripla."


"Works well, last for about 6-8 hours."


"Paxil helped me eight years ago when I had postpartum depression.  I have tried twice to wean my self off the Paxil but only to come crashing down months later. I think it is important to realize that I am on Paxil because I have panic attacks and the medicine works. If I had a heart condition, I would not stop taking my medicine. Don't feel guilty that you need medicine to help your brain function. I fell into that trap twice and will remain on my medicine and be faithful in taking it. It is when you feel great that you think you don't need it. The last time I started taking the Paxil again 10mg was enough. After two days my doctor said to take 20mg and I had the three worst days of my life. Start on 10mg for a week and work up only if needed."


"Very positive results in the beginning but now I feel sleepy and unmotivated. My mood is stable however, keeping away the depression so far. Gained weight on it."


"I got my first shot in June of 2015. I didn't start bleeding right away but I noticed every time I would have intercourse there would be blood on my partner and myself. I would spot for a couple days after and it would go away. Until I had intercose again! I couldn't figure out why every time I had sex I would bleed! I called my doctor and of course they told me "give it until the 2nd shot". I went to get the 2nd shot Sep 29th and haven't stopped bleeding since! Today is January 16th! Just when I would think it stopped, there's more blood! Sometimes brown, sometimes bright red. I have no sex life. I didn't get my 3rd shot which I was due for in December because the bleeding never stopped. I would never recommend this."


"Taste is deceiving.  Initial swallow was OK then it was downhill from there.  Had to hold my nose; will try straw with 2nd dose.  Couldn't wait to flush it with the 32ozs of water. Took about 60 minutes to kick in"


"I am an alcoholic in recovery and have been sober for over 10 years.  I used this drug when it was fairly new and I was in rehab.  Seemed to work along with all the other tools given to me at that time.  No side effects that I can recall."


"I was given Lyrica for my fibromyalgia in 2007. No relief, but gained 30 pounds in 3 months and continued gaining until it reached 55 pounds! I've lost less than 10 pounds, hard weight to lose so be aware."


"I'm nearing the end of my 3 year term and getting it out now, but should have long ago! I got my nexplanon put in January 2013... The first 10 months were fantastic, I did not have 1 period! From 10 months until about 14 months was ok, I had a period here and there. The past year or more had been TERRIBLE! Instead of having a period 1 week per month, I am lucky to NOT have a period for 4 days a month!
On top of that, I gained a total of 30 pounds.. most of it in the first year.
I hate it and should have had it removed sooner but next Wednesday is the day!
Rated it a 3 because it was successful in that I did not get pregnant."


"Was only able to manage a week on on this drug.. 40mg. The side effects where pretty intense and intolerable. Cold sweats, nausea, headaches, and sexual dysfunction where very strong. Maybe some other less noticeable side effects as well, didn't stay on long enough to pinpoint.
I did not notice any benefits during my brief use.

I am also taking buproprion and did not adjust my dose after starting fetzima.. which I now realize I should have considered. Fetzima has a 1:2 seretonin:norepinephrine reuptake inhibition ratio, most SNRI have between 20:1 to 5:1, so Fetzima is fairly unique and probably could have replaced my ssri and buproprion.

Found something new and wont be trying again, the side effect were just too bad."


"I started Latuda 20mg 5 months ago with no results until a few weeks later, increasing dosage to 40mg. Felt pretty good, the depression & anxiety improved, but still not "balanced". 6 weeks ago, I increased my dosage of Wellbutrin from 150mg to 300mg and finally felt really good for a change!
But now the past 3-4 wks, I feel I am in hypermania, as all the signs are there... I'm talking fast and a lot, making purchases online, which I don't normally do, and sleep is sketchy!
Since I, like most, prefer mania over all other moods, I haven't contacted my therapist yet, because I know more changes to medications is imminent, before I crash and go into deep depression.
One last try with Latuda, increasing the dosage to 80mg next week."


"There are some things I love about this medicine, like my ability to focus and get things done. But I really hate the side effect of having no appetite because I'm skinny to begin with. It also increases my heart rate which can make my feel anxious. It also gives me diarrhea which my doctor said does happen to some people. It's super effective, but I wish I could get rid of those side effects. may be better for people who do not need to focus 12 hours a day like I do because I require 3 doses a day."


"I chose paraguard because I didn't tolerate hormonal BC well. I am 21 and have never given birth. I was nervous about the pain--even pelvic exams are uncomfortable--so I obtained tramadol b/c a study found it was the only thing that reduced insertion pain.

I had no cramps at from the mistoprostol; my doctor said I was one of the lucky ones. I took tramadol 1 hr before. I would've also taken aleve to help with the cramps but I can't take it. I HIGHLY recommend tramadol--my insertion pain was maayybe a 3.5, and lasted an instant when they measured my uterus. I had no pain with the IUD or any other part of the process. I had cramping and spotting after for about 3 days after, and now I just get an occasional one. I have not had my period yet."


"I have used this anti-depressant at varying dosages over the past 5 years and it has proved to be very efficient at managing my depression. I do wish to highlight the intense physical withdrawal symptoms I experience if I miss even one dose (flu-like symptoms). This is an excellent medicine but when you choose to lower your dosage, only do it in conjunction with a medical professional as it can be quite physically demanding."


"I have had my skyla for approx 1.5 months, so far I am in love with it. Not only am I sparing myself a costly month expense, but it was completely covered under the affordable care act, including the follow up appointment to insure everything was as it should be. The insertion was quite painful for me, both on the day of the procedure & the following week. I got mine inserted with out being on my cycle, which to my understanding is more difficult & painful. But I also think it gave me an advantage,I had no spotting or anything except the cramps for over a week.After that I had a bit of spotting, but not too bad.I got my first period, which was delayed by about 2weeks, I'm not going to lie about it,it was pretty excruitating,always has been."


"Diagnosed with PCOS in March of 17 after years of up and down.  I'm 5'7" weighed 230 all through high school.  Lost 40 lb year with no carbs. Lost another 40 eating nothing on 3rd shift. Bam pregnancy at 18. 2007 9lb 11 oz baby and weighed in at 278lb. Over 6 years, I got myself down to 200lb again.  Kept it off for a while, got married. Lapse on birth control and bam pregnant again. 2016 2nd baby 7lb 9oz weighed in at 260lb. Over the next 9 months no matter what I did to lose the weight it just kept stacking on.  March of 2017, weighing 316lb... tests.  PCOS.  metformin,  lost 10.  spironolactone due to extreme water retention. Lost another 6lb. 6 weeks ago I was put on belviq and I'm down 24 lbs so far.  40 total in about 8 months. 100 to go."


"This pill saved my life. It was the last day of my period and the condom came off and me and my boyfriend did not realize until after he had came inside me. Both freaking out we went to cvs and I took the pill about an hour or 2 after the fact. I did start to bleed the following week for about a day then it turned into brown discharge for the next 2 days. A side affect of this drug is depression and I experienced that for 2 weeks. A month later my period was late exactly one week but I finally got it and I could not be happier. This pill really does work!!! Anyone who is freaking out just take the pill right away and you will be fine, it could definitely make your period late so no worries!!! Thank god for plan b!"


"It got rid of the night sweats but caused significant weight gain."


"Golf for me is not possible when the grass in the roughs is in bloom without allergy help. I need three medications: an antihistimine such as Loratadine (Claritin) or Cetirizine (Zyrtec) to minimize reaction to the pollen overall, cromolyn drops for my eyes to keep them from being irritated and Nasarel to prevent the pollen from bringing on the uncontrolled sneezing. With all three, I can comfortably be in an environment that otherwise would compel me to leave the course and wait hours or even days to recover."


"Best there is. Thanks."


"Almost immediate issues with syncope, had to stop taking and go back to Urologist."


"Lower right hand back started acting up. So mornings are not great. I am taking Diclofenac/misoprostol 50mg/200mcg  2 pills a day. It has given back my quality life. I thought I would try just one in the evening, was a bad idea. take after a meal with a full glass of water np."


"I gained 20 damn pounds in less than 30 days. I went from a size 4 to a 10! Sex life is ruined! Run from this medication!"


"Subutex took me off the street and helped me to be able to manage my life and het on the right path, just wondering if anyone else has had ankle/feet swelling since starting it? Thanks yall and good luck!"


"The reason for the 7 is because I just started taking this medication and am getting ready to take my first 20mg pill in the starter pack I got from the doctor.  I took the weeks worth of 10mg and so far the only side effect I've had is bad night sweats.  I noticed a difference almost right away in taking this medication.  Things didn't seem so bleak, I stopped crying and started laughing and smiling again. I have a LOT of energy, and feel like doing things again. I am hopeful, starting the 20mg doesn't give me too many more side effects because as of right now I am SO glad I started taking this because it has literally given me my life back. I've tried Celexa and all that did was make me a zombie so this is GREAT!"


"Sometimes it helps but not always"


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea about 5 years ago. I use a bilevel cpap every night. I am a 60 year old male. I have chronic and severe back pain also. Between the sleep apnea and pain meds I was sleeping up to 18 hours a day. After finally getting insurance coverage for Nuvigil 150mg I started it about 5 months ago. I take it everyday. The first day I took it I was up for 20 hours straight and felt better than I had in 15 years. This drug worked great. A couple of days ago something happened. All of a sudden I'm back to spending all day in bed and can't stay awake. I don't know what happened. Hopefully next week when I see my doctor I can find out. I hope I don't need a stronger dose already."


"I was prescribed this medication after having my wisdom teeth extracted.  I'm taking it every 3 hours for pain as directed by my doctor, and am finding it especially effective when combined with a normal dose of ibuprofen every 6 hours.  Since Meperitab kicks in almost immediately (10-20 minutes) and wears off just as suddenly, the ibuprofen helps to cover the gap."


"I had a wart on my penis which the doctor froze and it disappeared. Later I noticed I had some warts around my anus. I went to the doctor, mortified, and was prescribed with Aldara cream. I used it as prescribed, three times and noticed some pain after the first week but didn't think much of it. I went back to the doctor for a check up and I was prescribed further Aldara cream. The pain after was agony. I had headaches and chemical burning to the point that I couldn't sit down for days. I stopped using the cream and bathed in Epsom Salt and used Aloe Vera. Subsequently I have continued to bathe in Epsom Salt and used Tee-Tree Oil. Although slow it works. Do NOT use Aldara Cream if you can avoid it, natural remedies are better and no pain!"


"Great results...non sedating, stopped cough. Helped with watery, itchy eyes and nasal congestion. The taste and consistency was the best I have ever tried."


"I smoked for 25+ years i was smoking over a pack a day. I have tried other means of quitting in the past with no results. It would work for a few weeks/months but i found myself right back smoking. At first when taking Chantix  i was unsure if it would work and i was nervous about the side affects. I noticed within a few days cigarettes tasted different and the longer i smoked on chantix the less i wanted to finish a smoke. Toward the end of quitting, packs of cigarettes were lasting longer. It took me about 3 months on Chantix before i smoked my last cigarette 3 months ago!! The only side affect i had was sleepless nights. I have no cravings and  no use for cigarettes anymore.  Thanks Chantix for giving me my freedom and my life back!!"


"If you have issue going to bathroom and have tried changing your diet, drinking more water , taking fiber and or laxatives then you need to give this a try. I can not go to bathroom without linzess the squirts get better after a couple week but honestly for me there welcome as the relieve me the quickest and I don't have any incontinenence issues with the diarrhea. It help me 2 hrs after taking it the first time I have to have it this situation started about a year and half after kid was born 8 months ago and hasn't stopped. I always had issues with gut but not like this. My Doctor attributes it to high stress high anxiety. Hopefully it goes away eventually"


"This works much better than anything. It made me stay asleep longer as well."


"I wrote a review Sept 1! So yes, it did great like I said for healing my acne on my chin and keeping it at bay. My birth control, after being on it for a month, hasn't quite cleared my acne so I've been forming some new spots with the aczone. My derm just put me on tazorac 5 days ago (a type of retinol) so hopefully I begin to get some more clearing! I suggest, so did my derm, using aczone with some other medication. I love aczone though, I definitely believe it's helping! I use it in the morning after cleansing with cetaphil and I apply it, then apply lotion and whatever makeup 20 mins after. My derm did bump me up to the 7.5%."


"I've been taking it for three months.  I haven't used a nitro in that time. The chest pain I experienced in breathing cold or humid air, or after climbing, or even after stress has dissipated to an unexpected and happy extent. However, the side effects are bothersome, though not insurmountable.  Dry mouth, almost continuously, which sometimes affects ability to speak clearly. Constipation, overcome by hard bowel movements, use of stool softeners. And just a general feeling of stuffiness, in body, in sinuses, elsewhere.  Hard to say whether I would recommend it. The annoyances at times are major; the feeling of freedom from the chest pain and fear greatly offset the annoyances so far.  Incidentally, I am 77, with only one open artery."


"Don't do it.  I went on this birth control because I was sexual active and I wanted something that would also minimize my breakouts. I would typically get a pimple a month. Towards the last week of taking this pill my face broke out worse than it ever has. I had thousands of pimples. It was a mixture of small pimples which are called comedo and big cystic pimples along my jawline. I read reviews saying that you have to stay on the pills for at least three months then things will balance out. I took the pill for another month and things started to get even worse. I was so depressed and anxious. I stopped after my second pack and my face immediately started to improve. If you're not reacting well just stop don't wait. I'm now on lo Loestrin fe"


"I've been on belviq for 2 weeks with the 14 day trial and at first I love it , loss 4 pounds the first week but the second week I'm not losing anything. I know it's not a miracle pill and weight loss takes time. I'll definitely be asking my doctor for a full month supply, I'll keep updating"


"I have used this drug for many yrs mainly for headaches, but also slightly high BP- it works wonderfully!

 The only side effect is slight tiredness due to lowering pulse, but tolerable if I force myself to get up & move when feeling extra tired!"


"I began with a sudden onset of mild, moving to severe lung congestion. I hacked and coughed so hard that I would gag. It wouldn't loosen or become what Dr. 's call productive no matter what OTC cough medicine I took. My Dr then put me on Guaifenesin and literally after the 1st dose, I could cough the gunk in my lungs up and out. I could actually lay flat again without chest pain and coughing fits.
I noticed something else.... I have Fibromyalgia and was diagnosed in 1992. Idk if it was a coincidence or not, but my Fibro pain lessened!? I called my Rhuematologist and told him and he told me this was NOT a coincidence at all, and they used this medication as FM treatment years ago with success! I will forever take 600 mg!!"


"I used this product for bad periods, but it ended up helping my acne a lot. I have had bad acne since middle school and no topical treatments seemed to work. It was pure luck that I found a solution that helped two problems. The only issue I have is the price. I had to stop taking it because even with my insurance I could not afford it. I now take a generic form, Microgesten, and my acne has worsened again. It just depends on the person whether or not this product will work."


"I cannot STAND Vicodin, anything with codeine, etc., but recently I had to have a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) and was one of the unfortunate 10% who got the resulting "spinal tap headache." I've given birth and I swear a spinal tap headache is more excruciating. I desperately needed something for the pain, but refused stronger narcotics as they make me really sick to my stomach, so my doctor gave me Darvocet. After taking it, I felt like I just had a normal, bad headache, which given my previous condition, was a huge relief. I could actually stand up straight and walk after taking it. Though it didn't completely ease the pain, it certainly made it quite bearable."


"I felt fine the 1st day on this drug eating anything and everything that sounded good. Then the 2nd day I took it again in the morning and was fine for a few hour then boom. I went downhill finally it was time for supper I tried soup it was ok then I ate yogurt and took the medicine. Well my body didn't like that I got to spend my time emptying my stomach after that. Now onto the 3rd day I'm really not sure if I want to take it 2 times a day."


"I suffer from chronic back and knee pain. Had lower spinal fusion, both knees totally replaced and stenosis in my upper neck that flared up once to the point that the pain was agony! This was the first time I was given an injection of dilaudid as opposed to morphine. Morphine has never taken my pain away, it just made me not care that it hurt, and the first time I was injected with dilaudid, the effects the first minute scared me, but I had a great nurse that walked me through everything I was going to experience and assured me that in one min. It would pass and it did and for the first time in 12yrs. After about five mins I had absolutely no pain. Also took the pills for about 1 month and worked very well."


"My breast have gotten at least a cup size bigger which sucks because I already have big breasts. And I am also so sleepy all of the time. I don't know if my tiredness is attributed to the summer being so hot or if it's the birth control. I am also trying to lose weight and I can absolutely see that the water retention is having an effect on me.I have been skipping the brown pills because I don't want a period, but after researching I read that it is unsafe to do this longer than 3 months; and when you do finally have a period it could last for months. So I guess I'll take the brown pills this month and let myself have a period..sigh..."


"I've been sick every morning for over a month, often vomiting, and cannot eat until late in the day. And no, I'm not pregnant. I've only been on Aciphex for about a week and it is the only thing that has made me feel close to normal again."


"I've been taking carbidopa/Levidopa (generic for Sinemet) for almost 20 years.  No side effects. However, timing is the key. I try to eat dinner very early around 5 o'clock, so the food is totally digested by 11 -12 o'clock midnight.
Otherwise it could take a long time to feel results, especially if you've eaten a lot of protein or fatty foods.  It even states in the "fine print" of this drug that it's effectiveness is determined by how much protein you eat.
I take one 25/100mg Carbidopa/Levidopa(CL) at 9:30 pm PLUS one 25/100 and one 50/200mg of CL after 11:00 pm.
My doc also prescribed half of a 10mg Flexeril to take before bed.  It's "knocks me out" and I SLEEP!!"


"I was on Belviq for a while and it was really good it helped me loose over 70 lbs. but after the 5 month of being on it it started to make me dizzy, sleepy, tired, confused, and a little depressed. It also made me it really hard for me to concentrate.

The medication was no longer working for me, I had an incredibly hard time moving. I constantly felt thrown out of balance and almost fell several times. I had to stop taking it, good news though the medication didn't cause any type of discontinuation syndrom so once I was off of it I felt so much better."


"I love this thing! I've NEVER had a problem with it! Had it for three years and about to put another one in. Birth control is tricky and it's not for everyone! I have a high metabolism and have never gained any weight with it! Stopped having periods after about eight months also! Greatest thing ever! "


"This is my third time on this medication for depression. I struggled with e.d. off and on. In June I started testosterone replacement therapy. It had me feeling like I felt in my early 20s. My wife couldn't keep up. I suffer from anxiety and depression, so my doctor recommended that I start Bupropion again. I believe that it causes sexual dysfunction in men. For the last month and a half, I have had no desire to have sex with my wife and I wake up with the most weakest erections possible. I'm still on testosterone replacement therapy and having suffering again with e.d. Today is November 29, 2016. I'm stopping the pill and will take my chances with depression and anxiety until I'm prescribed something different."


"I used it for sometime and it caused me temporary muscular spasms in my face. I prefer Zofran."


"I started getting anxiety about a year ago out of the blue. I had to go to the ER because I thought I was dying or something.  All my tests came back negative. The doctor told me it was an anxiety attack. I got sent home with nothing. A few days later I had another one. I went to my PHP and put me on clonazepam. I try not to take them if I don't need it,  but you never know when it may manifest.  So I try to take half doses to make my script stretch and to also not be as dependent.  I noticed that it works but to a less degree.  I commute to school and work a full time job so my mind is always running. In a nutshell, this medication works."


"Started April 2012. I love how I never have to worry about it. I am a bit scared when I eventually have to pass the two year mark though.

I hated for the first 6 months I had spotting/very heavy periods. It would go spotting for 3-6 weeks and a very heavy crampy 7-14 day long period. After the 6 months I have gotten my period twice. I love it.

Even though I rarely get my period, sometimes I get emotional mood swings. Drastically different than before. Sometimes I would freak out about the smallest things and cry, yell and then cry again. Sometimes it takes me a couple hours over it, sometimes a couple days."


"I have been using Ultram for about 2 months. I think this medicine works very well for pain, however the withdrawal side effects for me have been bad. If I stop taking this medicine for two days I experience cold sweats, hot flashes, can't sleep, my legs get restless at night. I find that I have to take the medicine without having pain, just to feel like my normal self again. The restless legs is probably the worst part of the withdrawal symptoms. It does however work fairly well for pain if taken regularly."


"I've been on Zoloft for a week now. The first 5 days the side effects were horrible. Dizziness, stomach problems, sweating, weak muscles. Then on the sixth day, I remember the change. All day at school I was still experiencing the side effects and then I was in the car with my mom and I just felt a lot happier. From then on, I've felt SO HAPPY! When I talk to people, my mind is clearer and it's easier to socialize! I've been socially anxious my whole life, I LOVE ZOLOFT SO MUCH OMG THIS IS GONNA CHANGE MY LIFE! It's also boosting my confidence. :))))))"


"I have been on it for a year and never gotten any better after the first week. This is my last refill just hoping for a miracle."


"I've been on many medications through the years, and this is the first one I've been on a medication that didn't make me drowsy, and had side effects I could tolerate. Having Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, and Anxiety, but also having issues with psych medication side effects; I've been quite happy with this medication.

It takes the edge off my negative moods, and at times renders me ambivalent-- which is better than before considering my PTSD anxiety was driving me to suicidal inclinations. However, if you aren't dealing with severe depression and anxiety, I'd suggest something less intense. Also, my medicaid covered this medication, but many insurance companies wont, and the original price is naught to scoff at."


"Works well IF you are meticulous with instructions. My notes: Reliable if taken FIRST THING in the morning with nothing else and full glass of water.  Don't eat or ingest for 1+ hrs. If you take a whole tablet after 3-5 days of no BM, expect 4+ bathroom events with 1 life-altering. Don't wait until 5 days have passed.  Take a HALF pill every 2-3 days.  Then two or three fairly normal events.  It will not work as well if you take it later in the day and if you have eaten something that day expect only a 25% function. If you MUST take it later in the day wait for 3 hours after eating and don't eat for several hours. For me it causes slight physical withdrawal symptoms.  Used discount card for $20 copay (online)."


"Tried so many anti depressants from 1982 to present then finally looked up Nardil and asked my provider to please please try it as i am tired of going back and forth on the Old and the new medications.  Started the titrade from 25 mg daily and up to 45mg twice daily with such a relief from years of depression and anxiety after diagnosed with PTSD. Felt best at the 90mg daily but now i notice the feeling is fading and I am wondering if the new batches are No good.  I speak of food for myself as i eat anything that i want and have not experienced any negative feeling. Weight gain is a real negative especially in my gut and i can seem to get rid of it."


"I'M bipolar and ADHD. I took Tegretol and Effexor for 8 years. It worked for me but it was a death embrace. Cognitive functions related to attention willpower  judgement declined. Read about lithiums neuroprotective properties and switched, which is working out for me. I added Wellbutrin 300 XL for the ADHD  3 weeks ago and so far it has increased my depression, it might be settling down though, I seem to be getting better. This has to work. These are bad days. Wish I had taken Lithium 10 years ago it has also helped with the ADHD."


"I had severe depression and was told by the psychiatrist that I also have psychosis. Was given 2.5mg of olanzapine. Maybe it helped with psychosis a bit but it made me even more depressed because I kept gaining weight, started to think slower, my vocabulary decreased and I found it difficult to express myself or make jokes. Started to have difficulties with doing my job and comprehending new information.

Olanzapine really slows down your cognitive abilities and information processing! I found the benefits not worth the drawbacks and stopped taking it. Now I am taking Cytomel and it has been helping me much more - lost all the weight that I gained, have much more energy during the day, back to normal thinking abilities."


"I've been on medication since I was around 9 and have been on bipolar medications since 16, and none of them ever worked for me. I was hesitant to try this because I've heard bad things about it, but this has been the first medicine in 10 years to have actually helped me. I finally feel normal and actualy feel like I have my life back. I don't worry about mood swings anymore and I'm actually able to sleep and focus in school. The only downside I've found is it makes me hungrier, but as long as my mood swings are under control that's not much of a problem for me."


"The oral Metronidazole is the worst to me. I was prescribed to take 1 x 500mg pill twice a day for seven days. This is my first day and I feel horrible. I have constant stomach cramping and diarrhea. I would recommend the vaginal gel and not the pills. When I  was prescribed the gel during my pregnancy I had no side effects."


"This is magic"


"I was prescribed Clomipramine for my Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. I have found that the Clomipramine has helped a tiny bit with the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, but I am currently at a small dose (50mg).

I find this drug causes drowsiness and insomnia at the same time, so if I take it in the daytime I am drowsy and appear "out of it" yet in the nighttime not only am I drowsy and appear "out of it" but I also can't sleep!

And since I started taking these pills I have been constipated; if I pass gas while in the bathroom someone I live with would accuse me of using laxatives since the bathroom would stink when I came out - and I didn't even get to poo! If these issues do not improve soon I might stop taking them."


"I have had RLS for many years. I started out taking Mirapex and it worked for a while but then stopped being effective. I went a year with nothing. I would pace the floors all hours of the night. I thought I was the only one that experienced it in my upper extremities until reading some of these blogs. It gets really bad in my arms shoulders and neck. I work for a pain Dr and talked with her about my symptoms. She started me on Volteren gel which is amazing but I end up putting it on my entire body making me feel sticky and using so much that I was getting 10 huge tubes a month. About a week ago I started on 1 mg of requip. It has helped but I feel like I need a higher dose. Experienced nausea once."


"I have struggled since the age 15 with acne, I am now 35 and decided to go to the dermatologist again convinced to start using Accutane. My doctor put me on 150mg of Doryx along with Epiduo at night. I am on day 15 and all of my existing cysts have since gone and had no new breakouts. It is a big pill and have to take it on an empty stomach so some will have cramping, mine are not bad."


"I get the generic omeprazole through the pharmacy and my insurance pays for it.  I have about 1 night a month with problems - other then that the omperazole takes away all my symptoms.  I know I can't miss a dose - I won't be sleeping much that night because of the heartburn and reflux.  So I know I still have problems, but with omeprazole I have almost no symptoms.  It does it's job."


"Didn't work for back pain."


"At first I was pleased at how easy it was and that I didn't have to remember to take a pill. Then the side effects happened. I now have cystic acne on my face and am having to spend loads of money to cure it, because it has gotten so bad. I also gained weight after being under 110 lbs my entire life. I have NO SEX DRIVE and my relationship has plummeted into the ground because of it. I have insomnia and get very little sleep and I am also exhausted 24/7. I have no desire to do anything anymore. Unfortunately I couldn't see the doctor until January because of the holidays. I cant wait to get it out."


"These pills are amazing, Ifeel no hunger or cravings. I eat healthy and exercise 5 days a week for an hour. I started at 195 lbs. I'm 5'7, female its only been a week and I dropped 9 lbs. This is amazing, I cant wait to see how much I drop on my second week."


"I was prescribed Loperamide following surgery for cancer of the bowel. It has been a life saver as I no longer need to be consistently near a commode or rest room.I now have formed stool once or twice a day but with plenty of warning before the big boom !"


"This is a short acting symptom relief inhaler.  It is the most effective inhaler I have used for this purpose, and gives me significantly less cardiac side effects than albuterol."


"So, this is my 4th colonoscopy at the age of 48 due to a family history of colon cancer, and the third type of prep I've done. YOU CAN DO THIS! This was so much easier than past liquid preps because it is only 6 ounces of solution mixed with 10 ounces of water, followed by lots of plain water. A lot easier to get down 16 ounces of solution mixture than 3 liters (which was my past preps). My recommendations is to chill the solution, use a straw to take your gulps, and bite into a lemon after each gulp to kill the after taste (of course it's not tasty, but it is manageable). Once the 16 ounces is down ( I did it in about 15 minutes), the water is no problem. The only real downside to this is that I had to get up at 3am to repeat the process."


"I have a very sensitive stomach, most antibiotics get me extremely sick. Biaxin is the only one I can take that doesn't completely destroy my stomach. The only side effect I get from this is a bad bitter taste in my mouth (usually about a half hour or so after taking it) and its obviously worse at night & in the morning. However, I rather have that taste then have the runs, nausea or vomiting. I also take probiotics with this - the best ones I can recommend are the "Integrative Probiotic Pearls" yeah they are a little pricey but they work well when taking antibiotics. (I got at pharmacy, and my pharmacist recommended these specific ones). *BEST ADVICE* Chew a lot of gum/mints in between dosages, you'll get used to the taste after a few days"


"Undergoing chemo for breast cancer and started having debilitating hot flashes. PCP prescribed Clonidine and I felt relief in within 24 hours."


"I have been taking this birth control for about 2 months now and I am absolutely loving it. Seems like my perfect fit pill. Although I know everyone is different, I have experienced nothing but good. My breasts have definitely gotten bigger, and my sex drive has increased, never have I had a problem with dryness, etc. I've never had acne, but I have noticed that my skin had cleared up. Lighter and shorter periods, not pregnant yet, so it's doing its job. No mood swings. Got it from planned parenthood."


"I take 30mg and get 4-5 hours of sleep.  I find it puts me to sleep within the hour (usually 30 minutes). I sleep through the night  taking it this way. Don't notice any side effects either. It seems to help with my anxiety too. It's not Xanax but it helps."


"Contrave really works! It's not going to be fast or overnight. I've been taking it for 8 months and I've loss 40+ pound. But there are some side affects that I didn't like,  it gave me dry mouth with the metallic taste . I found myself repeating phrases in my head and my lips would feel really strange causeing me to bite the inside of my lip often.  It causes insomnia and constipation and for some reason it makes you sleepy .  Sometimes I get very bad migraine headaches after taking this medicine . But I still like the fact that it actually helps me loose weight. You won't see overnight changes but you will in the long run. I also started back working out & eating right. Good luck"


"I had Nexplanon implanted 4 days ago. About 4 years ago, when I was 16, I started to develop multiple, painful ovarian cysts. I was put on Lupron injections to shrink all of my reproductive organs and put me into medically induced menopause. This was required so I can have surgery to remove extra tissues and fibroids left from the cysts. I then was put on the Depo shot to keep the cysts from returning. I had no periods for about 2 1/2 years until I stopped the shot because of side effects. I began to have my period again, but because of the hormone treatments my body was not producing hormones normally. I would then have irregular periods. The Nexplanon has already normalized everything and the wound is healing nicely."


"I would get migraines that would last for 4 days... triggered by someone walking by smoking e cigarette or aspartame... I started elavil and I noticed the difference within days..."


"I have taken Ocella for almost eight years and loved it.  It improved my acne, mood swings, etc. I didn't really have any noticeable side effects. However, in the last few months I started getting all over body itching and then hives.  I eventually realized going off of this cured my itching/hives so I decided to write this review incase anyone else is dealing with these symptoms.  Generics can change filler ingredients at any time, so unfortunately I will no longer be taking this pill."


"After taking 2 tablets I developed an impacted bowel that didn't respond to soft gels. The pain from this was terrible and finally relieved by taking a Fleets enema."


"I've been on nexplanon since august 2015. At first i hated the fact that my period would not stop. I bled for about 3 months on and off, but after that my period stopped. I still spot every now and then but it's never a regular 7 day period. It lasts about 3 days and is incredibly light.

Thankfully, I don't have trouble controlling my emotions with the form of birth control. It does not cause mood swings.

It has now been over a year and i'm still not pregnant so it does the job."


"I have been on Adderall(D-Amphetamine salts combo)and Adderall XR for 3 years (and other brands), starting at 10mgs and over time, due to tolerance, am on 20mgs regular, 20mgs XR, as well as 20mgs Dextroamphetamine ER (total of 60mgs\day). I must say that the few negative side effects did not last for me, so I eat normal and sleep well.  Having figured out the correct dose combination for me has helped in so many ways. Now I can concentrate and complete things in a well organized way.  The only issue I've had is the difference in the different brands.  "


"Amazing results from a Z-Pak!  I had strep throat, and love the convenience of a 5 day run of antibiotics.  I had no apparent side effects from the medication."


"I used this to treat bronchitis and whooping cough! I felt much better after just taking it for a couple of days. After the 7th day on it I have EXTREME vaginal itching."


"First of all there isn't any decent bowel prep as of yet that I've heard of.  If anyone knows of one please share. I thought this was the worst ever until I tried the straw. I had to drink the first part at 6pm mixed with water or Gatorade. Gatorade was my choice. Followed by two 16 ozs of water.  Pow!! Within an hour I was busy.   I didn't have the straw when I started the first part of the prep.  It was so gross. I really had trouble getting it down.  My husband ran out to a fast food joint , to get a straw. I didn't use the straw till my second dose which was 7am. Followed by two 16 ozs of water  The straw works, so does the prep. The bum gets so sore you barely can sit so be prepared with either moist aloe wipes, Vaseline, or desitin."


"I've taken klonopin and/or Xanax for several years for anxiety and extreme panic attacks. I'm a single female who was homeless due to the economy. I slept in my car. I was dragged out of my car, beaten and sexually assaulted by police on several occasions. I took antidepressant meds for years and a dr added Xanax after I got back on my feet, fighting suicide for two years. These medications were a godsend to me because they work quickly. I no longer wanted to kill myself. A new Dr however has told me I need to stop benzos and prescribe buspar instead. After 6 weeks I once again feel suicidal I wake up very very groggy it takes hours to be fully conscious. My muscles & bones ache from the moment I wake up. It makes me feel worse than ever."


"I use this gel for both a general purpose anti-inflammatory and for tendinitis in my wrists, It works well with inflammation and it works miracles on tendinitis. Within seconds of applying I'm able to move my wrist with almost no pain. Causes skin irritation if used too often however."


"This medication (Flecainide) was prescribed as well as Cardizem CD for chronic A-Fib although nothing was found wrong with my heart, electrical or plumbing. Serious side effects occurred and I stopped taking them, took me three months to recover from the meds.  Did my own research and learned  that Fosamax was actually responsible for my A-Fib.  The Doctors at the Heart Hospital didn't have a clue.  Has been four years now and no A-Fib and absolutely no meds!  This was a nightmare experience!  Female, 74 years old."


"Took the first dose of trulicity 1.5 Friday 12/09/2016.  Saturday was fine.  blood sugar was ok.  Taking with 75 units of Lantus in AM and PM.  Sugars are much better (97 this morning).  Side effects are real for me though.  But they are side effects I have been getting occasionally for the past year, before I started on Trulicity.  The major issue for me is stomach cramps, gas(both ends).  Sulfur burbs are really really bad.  Tons of gas.  I vomited once -  and felt much better after doing so. Since I was experiencing these side effects randomly over the past year, I wonder if it's the lantus - with Trulicity magnifying it.  Pure speculation. at this point.  Dr for another dose tomorrow.  I will take it and see what the next week brings."