"Was always stressed and depressed and blew up on people I love, give Prozac 6 weeks, it changed my life. I've been on Lexapro and Cymbalta. On 40mg Prozac, couldn't imagine life without it, everything just goes my way now and I'm super happy, and can think clearly, but somehow am still myself, and with no side effects. It's amazing."


"About 10 weeks into treatment, I developed conjunctivitis which took 2 treatments to clear up and some type mouth infection which I am still trying to get rid of 4 months later. My dry eye syndrome got tons worse and 3 months post treatment I am fatigued and feel worse than before I ever did Harvoni. I believe there are more side effects than listed and some are horrid to get rid of."


"I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism two years ago and an endocrinologist suggested Methimazole. I started on a lower dose and went in for blood work every three months and after about one year of tapering the medication I was taken off. The only side effect I noticed was the weight gain and some very heavy menstrual bleeding which has since resolved. I still have the extra weight but I no longer suffer from palpitations and tremors. This medicine worked well for me and I'm awaiting my tests to see if my thyroid function is still normal."


"I've been on this medication for 8+ years. Different psychiatrists tried many various antidepressant meds but nothing worked. I finally found an excellent psychiatrist who specializes on psychotropic meds. He diagnosed me as Bi-polar II~ He prescribed Celexa, a small dose of Xanax.5 and Seroquel. The addition of the Seroquel was what literally saved my life.
About 2 years after my husband died I was without insurance. I didn't have my meds and was suicidal. At the last moment I checked myself into the mental unit. I'd be dead if I hadn't done that.
I finally got insurance and am on my meds again. I feel better than I have in years. If your doctor prescribes this give it a few weeks. I know I need meds the rest of my life. Good luck~"


"I must be really rare because my condition is low cholesterol.  My body does not produce enough niacin.  My bad cholesterol is at a normal range so are my lipids.  I have been on Niaspan for 6 years at least.  My cholesterol levels have been steady since.  I am at the maximum dose of 2000mg a day. The only problem with it is the flushing.  I hate it!  I take it at night with a bowl of cereal and a 325 mg entrophen to reduce the flushing."


"I was prescribed this cream by my dermatologist years ago and have been using it ever since. I suffer on and off from large, cyst-like pimples on my chin that haven't surfaced from the skin, and Epiduo clears them before they even have a chance to surface! It's also great for the occasional pimple. I notice results in as little as 1-2 days. My only problem is makeup application; as others have said, it can dry out and flake the skin. However, a little cream goes a long way and I would strongly suggest not to lather a large amount of the product on your face."


"I've been reading a lot of bad reviews on the implanon and thought I'd share my good experience with this contraception. I've had the implanon 3x which means over 9 years and I have had no issues with it. Sometimes I will get light bleeding for a month or so, which isn't as bad as it seems. I feel great on it, no mood swings and no weight gain caused by having the implanon in my arm. Only due to age and lifestyle choices. Overall this is a great contraception for me, I would recommend people trying it and if you feel as though it doesn't work for you then take it out (quick and easy). The only thing I wonder about is trying to conceive after having it out, but that's something to think about later."


"I was hoping this medicine would help with my anxiety and depression but it made me feel terrible. I took my 1st dose at night, low dose of 7.5 then again in the morning...about an hour later.....I was so dizzy,almost fainted. My husband was wondering what was wrong with me. I lay down in my bed and stayed there till all these feelings went away. Didn't work for me!"


"Going on 2 years on Arimidex have high blood pressure and a little bit of arthritis, feeling very good."


"I had Liletta inserted on the 9th, it is now the 13th. I am a 27 year old woman with no children or pregnancies. It was a painful insertion and I did have a cold sweat after the procedure. I would not recommend working on the day of your procedure; I had the day off. I was on my period as is procedure for IUD insertion and it stopped about a day afterwards. I am not experiencing heavy bleeding or spotting. I just had sex with my boyfriend and he could not feel the strings or device. I am pleased with it and would recommend Liletta to friends or other women who are tired of taking pills every day. I know it is only a few days into having it but again I am experiencing NO HEAVY BLEEDING. I am certain my period will be almost non existent!!!"


"I have been on a combination of Januvia and Metformin (called Janumet) for a year. A HUGE difference with everything that was tried for the last 30 years (I am 60 now).  The key factor with this is that its operation depends to some extent on the blood sugar level so it does not cause Hypoglycemia!  This enables me to be a bit more hungry before a meal compared to what I was used to (always being scared of entering Hypoglycemia and therefore making sure I was never hungry i.e. eating all the time.  It has changed my life. My fasting sugar is 100, my HbA1C is now 5.7 (used to be 140 and 7.0 with normal glib ethic type medication).  Unbelievable!"


"I experienced side effects with this medication, blisters inside my mouth, insomnia, nasty salty taste in my mouth. I also did not have any significant weight loss. I did not notice it curbing my appetite, but  didn't increase it either."


"I've been on Brintellix for 10 weeks and notice an appreciable benefit in my mood, but the side effect serious weight gain (approx 12 lbs in that time) and serious nausea & headache about 30 minutes after taking my 20mg tab, no matter when I take it during the day or with how much food. (Noticed best with my biggest meal) While my mood is definitely better (no more suicidal thinking or attempts) I still don't feel like my old self. Kind of a medium with no real highs or lows. I can smile, laugh and cry, but just don't feel like me. Obviously, this is soooo much better than being suicidal, but I'd really like to find a better fix, especially because of the weight gain. Other minor side effects are mild & occasional all over body itchiness."


"I switched from Loestrin to Junel one month ago, I'm currently in my placebo time. I'm sad Loestrin is no more. This medicine has made me moody, severe breast tenderness, and ACNE! I have never had acne as an adult. They're big and painful! However I feel like it is subsiding. Breasts are less tender. No bleeding yet, but I stopped having periods on Loestrin years ago. I'm sticking with it for now!"


"I have been on Victoza for a 1 1/2 now my A1c are good and I have lost 104lbs using Victoza along with oral diabetic medicines. I love it hope everyone who uses this medicine gets good results like I have. I rate this medicine a 10."


"I got on Yaz because my doctor says it helps with premenstrual syndrome, plus I've always had terrible heavy periods. It has cut them down significantly and helps with the premenstrual symptoms. My spouse also claims it makes me less crappy at the PMS time. No bad side effects other than a hormone headache, but I used to get that anyway. The timeframe just changed."


"I have a heel spur and plantar fasciitis in the same foot, Dr decided to give me tylenol #3 for the pain. I can't even tell if I even took anything. No better than regular tylenol."


"I have only been taking tresiba for 3 days (43 units in the morning) but my readings are quite a bit lower after meals and I am using less of my novalog. The fluctuation of highs to normal isn't so frequent and is staying more stable and in a healthy range. No nausea, headaches or any side effects. I will say that I tried victoza last year and that stuff was like poison. The nausea and migraines were unbearable. I have never tried Lantus"


"IBS-C taking herbs off and on for years. Started taking it in am before eating. I'm busy all day and don't eat until around 2pm- 4pm so this did nothing for me.  She said to take it later with food. This caused me to interrupt my work day with a couple hour "break",  Tried  again in evening with food if I remembered to take it by 5pm and it  was great. I would be able to go before bedtime, however take it too late, up for hours -  not a pleasant experience. This May I stopped taking it, just herbs and tea now. I'm convinced it ruined my hair. I'm really small and have ADHD, so I need my vitamins and what food I eat to be absorbed into me, this stripped me of nutrients."


"Injections every 6 months for 3 years"


"I've used this for more than a year. My acne situation has not gotten better. It's a whole lot worse, with my skin also being constantly red and oily as well."


"I was a 38 year old male, 100 pounds overweight, with hypertension (at doctor's office typical BP measurement was 155/95) and tachycardia and arrhythmia with intense exercise. My resting heart rate would also occasionally be high when I felt angry (which was, and is, often). I was prescribed 10 mg Bystolic and within an hour I felt calmed and my heart rate went from >80 to <60. Over the next few weeks on 5 mg daily, my blood pressure measurements had dropped about 10 points on systolic and diastolic. It is now 4 years later, my doctor's office blood pressure measurement is typically 130/80 (at home 125/75), and I've lost the 100 pounds. I am now reducing my dose to 2.5 mg. "


"I'm only 18 years old and I have been put on some of the worst drugs ever. From Zoloft, concerta to vevance to Prozac and now Effexor. Effexor was actually a little bit worse from Prozac with me. Both of these drugs I quit having regular periods. But, especially with Effexor I had cramps almost the whole month rather than the week of my period. I craved food less I found it difficulty to stay hydrated. I have nightmares almost every night. I've been on drugs since I was 13. Effexor makes everything difficult to remember. I've attempted to go cold turkey it does not work. The dizzy spells, muscle spasms, stomach cramps increase. When they wear off I find myself having more panic attacks and depressing thoughts. I'm only on the 75 mg."


"I read a lot of reviews saying how terrible the nexplanon was. I would advise you not to freak out about it until you try it. When I saw the reviews it hindered me from wanting to get it but when I talked to my friends that had it, they said they loved it. I am currently 19 years old and have had the implant in my arm for 4 months and I love it! I have had 2 periods since the insertion which I found not unusual after seeing the #1 side effect was menstrual irregularities. Also the actual insertion hurt like 6/10 for 2 seconds and it wasn't even the insertion that hurt, it was the numbing shot they gave that hurt. I could not feel the actual insertion. Over all it's been worth it, you don't know until you try, you can always have it taken out!"


"I have been taking this pill for almost two weeks and it has increased my libido times 100 and I am feeling normal again... Not as many mood swings as before and no depression. I have increase G-spot sensation and feel amazing ... It will be nice to have my period only 4 times a year. I would recommend this to patients who have had difficulties with frequent UTIs and yeast infections due to the pill. I would never go back to Junel after this."


"I got the nexplanon 3 yrs ago and absolutely LOVE it. I have irregular periods but that's always been me so nothing new, I have no cramps what so ever and my periods is extremely light.  Today I got it removed and inserted again, which wasn't terrible just a slight burn and a pinch.  Let's see how the next 3 yrs go."


"Gained 15+ lbs in 3 months - not even sure how much weight I gained due to the constant water weight and bloating I've had. I dropped the pill mid cycle because I was so frustrated, hoping to go back to my normal weight in 2 months.

No other symptoms for me."


"Sprintec overall had a positive effect on my body, regular periods, bigger breasts, no weight gain, increase in sex drive, and helped quite a bit with acne. Four months into it I caught a yeast infection which is the only downfall I've noticed."


"Absolute worst pill ever. I switched onto this pill bc I was having spotting and constant yeast infections on other pills. Switched onto minastrin in early December. Immediate weight gain. Not 1-2 lbs, 15lbs. I am an active female. I work out 4-5 times a week for 5-10 miles. I kept gaining weight no matter what. No sex drive. No period which is scary and a problem onto itself. I was just switched to another pill to see if these side effects diminish. Terrible pill. 15 pounds in 5 months. Not worth it. Stay away."


"took this an hour after he came inside of me... went to CVS and the pharmacist told me they were the same. They are not the same. Now 3-4 weeks pregnant >:-("


"Xanax is by far the best anti anxiety medication on the market. I take it as needed and it works within minutes. I can't stand doctors who talk bad about the medication and how addictive it can be. People will aduse anything and every thing.  Xanax is amazing and I take it as needed, not like an addict would."


"I started this pill in February. Prior to that (not on any bc) I had really painful cramps during my periods and I was just sick of dealing with it. My plan was to take this and skip the sugar pills. On Junel I've had my period for 40 out of the 92 days I've taken it. Granted, I barely have cramps but this is the pits. I'm calling my doctor and maybe switching to the Depo shot or something. I'd read other reviews on here and wanted to give it time but it hasn't worked itself out. I'm good at taking it at the same time every day (and as I said, I skip the brown pills). On the other hand I've not had any mood swings on Junel. But that was never a problem for me anyway. I did have some daily nausea on the first pack. No effect on my acne."


"I had two injections in the right knee without pain. The third injection was so painful I nearly jumped. The dr who gives me the injection is a physiatrist and she gives it as you are sitting on the exam with your leg hanging down. I started the left knee thinking I wouldn't have pain for the first two injections like the other knee. OMG! The pain was so horrendous and Instarted to cry. I wanted to yank the needle out of her hand. The needle going in is not an issue. It's the injecting if the serum. THAT is crippling. It's like having surgery without anesthesia. I had to keep ice in it for the next 45 mins, what I didn't know is that after these injections and trigger shots, you should have a massage afterwards to move the medication around"


"I am 19 years old and have been taking Loestrin 24 Fe for almost three years. I have not had a lot of problems with this birth control. It made my breasts a lot bigger, I went from a 32A to 32C and I haven't gained any weight in the past three years. I recently have been thinking about changing birth controls due to the fact that I've been having a lot of stomach issues, and this is the last thing I can think of that might be the problem. I am going to schedule an appointment with my doctor to see what he thinks. I use to have periods that lasted at least seven days and after about 3 months of taking Loestrin 24 it dwindled down to two days. I have very light periods and they are really short!"


"Constipated since Christmas day 2016 now Jan 10th 2017. Went a little every couple of days nothing to write home about.

Took one senokot last night at 9pm.  7:30am next morning had some rumblings a little cramp then went as normal.  Felt a little nausea and a bit of tummy ache for 30 mins then ok.  Thank goodess."


"I give it a 9 out of 10 only because it's kind of expensive, even with insurance, and insurance doesn't cover much of it. Take out the price, and it's a ten.

I've tried the 20mg, halves of 20mgs (10mg) and multiple doses of the 5mg. I'll just say this. No side effects to speak of and tons of fun. Takes away any worry that you won't be able to perform. If anything it brings you back to the time when you were 16 and had to jump into the pool so as not to embarrass yourself in public.

About the only way it has failed me... I don't have the desire to lug his and her's bathtubs out into the yard and hold hands (See commercials). Aside from that, phew, top-notch!"


"I had been addicted to opiates for about 3 years. Starting by taking Vicodin/Percocet, then getting into the high mg morphine and oxy's all the way to fentanyl. My life revolved around drugs, I didn't think about anything besides drugs. This is my 3rd day on Suboxone and I don't think about other drugs at all. It makes me feel just fine. It probably saved my life."


"Started farxiga was already on metformin XR. At first I lost weight, blood sugars stayed the same, now increasing. Sugar levels stay high for some time. I have an increased thirst and frequent urination. Been on it for about a year. Now I have gained weight, suffered dehydration a couple times had to have an IV of fluids. A1c is climbing started out at 8.1 now 8.9. I woke up this morning with upper left quadrant pain. For the past two weeks have had smelly urine, almost acidic. Swelling of eyes and crusty eyelids. Hives on neck. Got tested for lupus was negative. Going to see the doctor as soon as I can get an appointment. Going to stop taking this med, now! I stopped and all side effects stopped. Thought I would give it a try one more time."


"I was hooked for 6 years on every pill out there. Suboxone turned my whole world around. I'm off of it now and can tell you the withdrawals are bad only for 4 days. Then I was really tired for about a week. That was when I stopped Suboxone cold turkey. I got on it again because I relapsed. I weened myself off of Suboxone in 2 months and had NO withdrawals or fatigue at all. If you are hooked on opiates, this is the help you've been looking for. It works. Call a doctor now and stop wasting your money on pain pills. This saved my life and my family. Thank you Reckitt Benckiser for this amazing drug."


"I used to get 4-5 urinary tract infections (UTI) every time I had sex, before I started taking Macrodantin. I have been on it for 5 years and I have never had another UTI. They are "the magic pills"."


"Have had Dilaudid squirted in my IV at the hospital.  Works immediately within seconds and can rid you of all kinds of awful pain.  It will allow a peaceful sleep, and you will be staying in a laying down position anyway because it makes you feel so loopy.  After about two hours it wears off a lot but you still feel better than you did.  Also, it can slow down your bowel movements.  As with any pain med, best to get along without it, but if you desperately need it sometimes then this is a huge relief."


"Had a little nausea the first 1-2 weeks on one/two pills a day.  Have not had since, and I have been on pills 3 months.  Lost 21 pounds so far.  Truly reduces cravings, with very little side affects for me.  I recommend extra fiber (I take 2 fiber gummies a day).  Was out of pills one day and noticed I was very tired.  These pills help elevate my mood, and give me energy without feeling jittery.  Otherwise, I would be "hangry".  Very happy I have tried these."


"I was on this birth control from 2008-2010 and just started taking it again, on my second month this time around. The first time I didnt have any negative side effects. My periods were really light and only 2-3 days and didn't experience any spotting between, minimal cramps if any and my skin cleared up. I may have had slight mood and weight changes, but I don't blame the birth control. This time around I started taking my pill at 9am instead of 7pm. I spotted for the first 2.5 weeks and am on week 2 of my second pack and never started my period during the placebo days. I'm not too worried since my body has probably changed over the past 2 years. I also noticed that my breast grew 0.5-1 cup size the first month and are slightly tender."


"This never really cleared me up.  It started to but only lasted two months."


"Wow wow wow very nice medicine no side affect realy very nice"


"I've had my copper iud for 3 yrs & it's one of the best decisions I've ever made for my body! Took b.c pills for years & realized how unnatural it was.. Extra hormones and no period? No thx.
As woman we should embrace our cycles! Our bodies are incredible... Let it flow!
Copper naturally occurs in our bodies..  its affordable, effective and long term. All you have to endure is a few seconds of pain during insertion. Which is nothing compared to the pain of labour ;)
Made my cycles longer (4-5 wks) and my periods short (3-4 days)
It works amazing. And trust, I've had it well tested :p
Every body is different. Make the right choice for you!!!"


"After having had bilateral hip arthritis for over 16 years with osteopenia and herniated disk at 4  locations (L2- L3, L3-L4, L4-L5, and L5-S1) but found OTC drugs  (Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Meloxicam) not really effective. Found physical therapy comforting on lumbar disks but not at all on arthritis. I have been coping with increasing pain since 2016. My primary care physician sent me to a pain intervention specialist who prescribed me to 25mcg Butrans 4 patches (out of pocket and very expensive) with Tramadol 50mg to catch up with in 7 days. It's been over 3 days on Butrans with ABSOLUTELY NO EFFECT AT ALL.    Very Disappointed.  I am calling my Doc first thing in the Monday morning."


"My mum has been on this medicine for 8 weeks now and her cognitive thinking and problem solving has become more fluent, she also looks much more alert."


"I fell down some stairs at my house and fractured a spine in my back. This medicine helped me get by. I don't know what I would have done without it."


"I am on my third week with Chantix. I usually smoke about half a pack a day. I have tried the gum and patches. I still couldn't quit. I'm 29 and smoked for 9 years. My insurance Covered it. So it's amazing.  I am down to 1.5 cigs a day. Benefits are a curved appetite, disgusting taste of cigs, and I feel chill. I suffer from Anxiety and I haven't felt anxious at all. Chantix is gonna allow me to start running again and get back to good health. This is a life saver!  A real blessing!  It's hard quitting nicotine. I loved smoking!"


"I have been on eltrombpag for two years. I have had no side effects but my platelet count says about 20 to 30,000. I get treatment through the VA."


"I just started taking Victoza about two weeks ago and I love it. When I was pregnant I had gestational diabetes and was on a special diet the whole time,  and it helped keep my blood sugars down. Now three years later I am having a problem again. I have a fertility issue that my sugars are naturally high, but thought I had it under control. After a week or so of not feeling good and taking my sugar and it was up to 250 I got a little scared and went to the Doctors. He put me on Victoza and since than I have more energy and have lost 5 pounds in the first week. I take it at night and have had no problems. I would definitely recommend this to anyone that can handle giving themselves the shot."


"This is a magic pills for a tooth extraction pain. I had a lower second molar surgical extraction. After 4 days my pills was finished and 5th day I had terrible pain. Doctor gave me Diclofenac tablets again for 5 days.  30 minutes After taken the pill my pain totally gone. That's why I called magic pills."


"I was prescribed this for a UTI and while it did help with that, it ended up giving me the worst yeast infection of my life that I am still treating 2 months later. I usually don't have too much of an issue with antibiotics but this was awful."


"In High School I had beautiful skin and rarely had any breakouts. Then when I was 19 I started breaking out terribly! I literally think I tried every acne medication, gel, antibiotic, tea and pill under the sun. FINALLY I decided to follow my doctors advice and try Accutane. IT WAS A MIRACLE! My only regret is that I wasted so much time being scared of the side effects and didn't start it sooner. I was on it for 5 months. My acne got a TINY bit worse during the 2nd month of Accutane but after that it got better and better! I experienced some crying spells, depression and dry skin but those things truly weren't that bad and you really can't put a price on your self-esteem/clear skin - and that is EXACTLY what Accutane will give you."


"Absolute God send when it comes to anything cold and/or sinus related. Saves me from having to go to the doctors office."


"I need frequent colonoscopies because I'm high-risk for colon cancer.  Colonoscopy drugs/anesthesia are the main risk factors in this exam and I have experienced terrible side-effects from sedation so I do my exams unsedated.  My new gastro talked me into Propofol and it was a disaster....low BP requiring pressors and the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists had to call the anesthesiologist  to basically keep me from dying.  Needless to say the colonoscopy was not even started due to the problems with Popofol.  Several friends have a colonoscopy with Propofol and have reported that the felt O.K. immediately afterwards but experienced long-term memory loss and depression for months after getting Propofol.  All the them would never consent to Propfol in the future."


"My blood glucose was under control with readings around 100. I was taking long acting insulin twice  a day and short acting 3 times a day. My doc insisted I switch to tresiba (50u). My appetite has increased, especially craving for carbs. My fasting morning  blood glucose is often over 200"


"I was given Avelox after other medicines just didn't clear up my sinus infection. It worked with noticeable relief in a couple days, and by my last dose I was back to my old self. I had been treated for six weeks previously, with 4 different antibiotics that just didn't clear this up. Very thankful for this!"


"I was supposed to get my period on Sunday, had unprotected sex but used pull out method the following day (Monday). Same thing happened on that same week on Thursday. Period was 6 days late at that point & decided to take pill. Took the pill that next day (Friday). Still no period, took pregnancy test (Saturday) came out negative. After taking the pill I kept cramping and having leg pain but no period. Finally got my period which ended up being 12 days late. Pill did what it's supposed to do. Definitely experienced all the side effects directed which is okay."


"I would NEVER recommend this drug to anyone. I understand that some women do just fine and have little to no side effects. I wasn't so lucky. I did alright with my Implanon but when I got it replaced last May and got Nexplanon (supposedly the exact same drug), it all went to hell. I have had severe anxiety which has led me to lost weight and any sex drive I had before. My moods were all over the place: I'd be laughing, then something would make me angry two minutes and I'd get so mad, I'd start crying. I cried about everything, including the fact that I cried so much! I decided to get it out today and it took 3 different people and 45 minutes to get it out!!! I had to have stitches. STAY AWAY FROM NEXPLANON"


"Lexapro has been a God send for me. I started off with 10 mg and it didn't do a thing, so I was increased to 20 mg, and wow what a difference. I now find myself actually starting conversations with people - something the pre-Lexapro me could have never dreamed. I feel so much more relaxed - like a real person, finally. No side effects at all either except it definitely increases the effects of alcohol. Didn't really do much for my depression, but I think just feeling less anxious is helping it along."


"Loestrin Fe 24 has worked wonderfully for me. I am 23 and 127 lbs and have had no side effects. No weight gain, lighter period, no mood swings/depression and no pregnancies. "


"I was diagnosed with PCOS 2 months ago. I tried Junel Fe before Loestrin Fe but kept throwing up everyday due to nausea/morning sickness. Then my doctor switched me to Loestrin Fe. Now I only get mild nausea during first line of the pack. My periods are normal now, they last 3 days (1.5 days of 2 placebo pills) and 1 day of first pill of the new pack. My acne gotten out of control though completely filled around chin area but I heard it takes 4 months for your body to get used to hormonal changes. So I'm hoping with time I will see the effect. I was on Balzina last year and stopped after 8 months when my periods became normal.... it cleared my face too so I'm hoping Loestrin will do the same."


"I started taking Prozac for SAD, seasonal affective disorder, and it worked really well for that. Well a few years ago my hubby left and I tried to increase to 40 mg but the higher dose did not work well with me, so went back to the 20mg until about 3 months . Thought I was ready to wean off, first time I did not wean right and felt awful. Next time I weaned very slowly, which was much better, Unfortunately I began to have signs  of depression again. Called my MD to get a different one even though, Prozac had worked well before. He recommended Zoloft but after reading the awful side effects from reviewers, I change my mind and have restarted Prozac. The only side effect I get with Prozac is decreased sex drive, 20 mg works for me!"


"I am 12 months into taking Seroquel for BPD and I feel more settled happy and relaxed without the insane anger outbursts and days of crying I experienced with some other medications. It may not be for everybody, but for some of us, it does work and gives us our quality of life back."


"This medicine proved very effective for controlling my irritable bowel syndrome. However, at 0.0375 mg I found it rather sedating.  So, I split the tablets and it still controlled my symptoms. It also helps with the stress incontinence I have as a result of prostate surgery,  Overall, it was a miracle for me."


"I feel like I have my life back with Lexapro. I am not depressed anymore. No more racing negative thoughts. On the down side, it did give me acne and my have difficulty with my memory and finding the words I want to say. It makes me feel like I have a little dementia, but I am afraid to go off of it and have depression again."


"I am 3 months post-partom and have been taking mononessa since I was 6 weeks pp.  I have never taken birth control before.  Ever since I started taking this birth control I have periods that last about 3 weeks with cramping and headaches...  I'm about to be done"


"I was on Alesse for many years, and it worked fine, hardly had any symptoms. At first it made me feel like I Wanted to be more intimate with my significant other, but after a few years of taking it I now have bad leg cramps, a very extremely low desire to Have any kind of sexual engagement with my partner and I gained about 20 pounds since I've been on it. I'm not blaming the birth control for the weight gain but I'm looking forward to getting my libido back."


"I'm on the 2nd month if taking roacutane. At first two weeks it was a bit hard to tolerate it's side effects, especially dry lips and skin but by using special shampoo and face creams for moisturizing them I could reduce most of of its undesirable side effects. Also some other complimentary healing  such as anti acne gels , putting on sun tan and changing my diet could increase the fluency of accurate. Now my face is clear and bright , all of my friend assuming I have done a facial surgery. A great thanks to Roche.Iran-tehran"


"Wow same problem here! Chin zits just like the big undergrounders that you would get in high school. On top of that my mood swings are seriously out of control. I can just snap at any moment. Definentley would not recommend ."


"I'm allergic to it"


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"Headache, flatulence"


"I'm currently writing this as I'm laying down sick to my stomach. This is my first time trying any birth control so I had no idea what to expect. I heard nuvaring was popular so I gave it a try. At first I was fine, happy and feeling great. Then as the weeks go by it was hell. I started spitting brown discharge. Then at the 3rd week I couldn't find the ring. I was bleeding so bad, I had horrible migraines, blood clots coming out and vomiting. I thought I was going to die. This birth control is not for everyone."


"Literally,  October 1st 2017. I was at work and some dumb electrician started a conveyor line while my hand was inside of the bed trying to readjust a belt. Belt grabbed my left hand, caught it between two rollers and didn't stop rubbing for about 10 seconds.

Got my hand free, no skin on top of my hand, knuckles, wrist. Got rushed to the hospital and they explained it was a brush burn and prescribed this to me. Have only used it for 1 day and it has already started healing. The tattoo on my hand doesn't even look messed up at all. The only noticeable thing is the belt lines all over my hand haha."


"I had a great experience with Ativan.  It does a great job of heading off a panic attack when you feel one coming on.  It works very quickly (5 minutes or less).  It doesn't make you feel drunk or high, but more just kind of relaxed and mellow (a bit sleepy).  I took a very low dose, as needed, and it's just nice to have something in case I need it, that wasn't real addictive or habit forming.  Like having a spare tire.  You don't have to use it very often, but it's comforting knowing you have one, and it will get you through.  I didn't notice any side effects at all to be honest, except for feeling sleepy when I took it sometimes, but that's not always a bad thing."


"In the past 5 years I have experienced a bruised disc in my back and underwent 2 major shoulder surgeries. First, in regards to my back issue- I was physically unable to jog 15 feet with indescribable pain- taking 2 x 50 mg Ultram/Tramadol COMPLETELY eliminated the pain. This was after I attempted to relieve the pain with Percocet and/or Vicodin. Second, following both operations on my shoulder, I could tell you the day before it would rain due to the amount of arthritis plaguing my shoulder. Meanwhile, the day following a game of raquetball left me unable to brush my teeth without taking a break once every 10 seconds. Thankfully, the miracle that came from this medicine relieving my back pain worked the same wonders for my shoulder!"


"57 yo male. 265 pounds. 5' 9".  One week today. Have lost 8.5 pounds. I want to eat but don't care what. Celery looks as good as enchiladas. Trying to eat a lot of protein. Have also noticed that diet soft drinks taste different. I used to drink eight per day.  Now just one. Some very minor tingling in hands periodically. No trouble sleeping. No digestive problems. Very pleased."


"Did not have much effect on me."


"I've had implanon over a year. I got it done in Dublin.

I think it is a fantastic stress free, painless form of birth control however there are side effects.

For me, implanon seems to have encouraged weight loss (along with moderate dieting but the weight is coming off faster). It seems also to have weakened my orgasms- worst side effect! Still have a high sex drive though.

Period wise it is very unpredictable which is very annoying. I can have periods ranging from 3-14 days.

People making the decision to get implanon need to decide if they can live with irregular bleeding. It has lessened period pain but not much. I still can bleed heavily and clot. For me it's worth it so I don't have to worry about contraception for 3 years at a time"


"This is my last post as I am finally able to empty my bladder after having to self-cath every 4-5 hours for 6 months! I will never do Botox again for OAB."


"I'm not sure how long I've had fibromyalgia, but I'm guessing about 10 yrs. The fatigue/widespread pain and depression were so bad I couldn't stand it any longer. I had read about Mucinex online, but I couldn't fathom how this could possibly help me. One day while trying to work, I just couldn't stand it. I couldn't concentrate, much less keep my eyes open and the pain -- I couldn't move anything without the pain. So I walked across the street to the store and picked it up. I was very desperate. I was literally SO shocked by what happened. Within 30 minutes, the pain wasn't severe and for the first time since I can remember I didn't feel that debilitating fatigue.  I told everyone that would listen. It's been miracle for me."


"Update from "Chickadee"- been on med for five weeks, down ten lbs without exercising. My eating habits have been better although this week They changed considerably for about four days, I ate a whole lot of rubbish but still managed to lose two pounds. I've been consistently losing two lbs a week and weigh myself every Monday. Still taking 50 mg at night..only noticeable side effects now are tingling in feet and hands intermittently, and fatigue at times otherwise nothing noticeable.  I am thinking about increasing dosage. I would like to see quicker results but maybe I'm just being greedy. Two lbs a week is a safe, maintainable weight loss. Hope it keeps up. Currently at 230#"


"Back pain"


"I am enjoying champix and am pleased to say I haven't smoked for 5 days (it would have been 8 but on Momday I cheated). I quit before day 14 and it was very easy. I can easily go through the day without feeling the need to smoke. The thought has crossed my mind of smoking but obviously with no cravings and without feeling the withdrawal it's literally so easy to not smoke! I smoked maybe half a pack for 7 years and have tried quitting before and was unsuccessful, I actually enjoyed smoking. It was difficult for me to quit before because of the withdrawals and triggers. I would recommend champix to anyone wanting to quit!"


"I have tried so many medications over the years to treat depression and BPD. My doctor prescribed this medication and I know this sounds silly but I could feel it's effects the second day. Getting back to my old self. No emotional out bursts of anger. On the road to recovery!!"


"Pros: excellent results - thoroughly cleaned color; two portions of 16 oz

Cons: TASTE, chills, bloating, and the long time it took to cleanse (I took second portion at 1:30 and was still going at 6 a.m. for a 7:30 procedure.)

Important to note: each person's reaction is unique. Don't let the reviews scare you. At the endoscopy center everyone was comparing notes about the product they used, and there didn't seem to be a consensus as to which product was the best."


"This is hands down (for me) the best birth control I have ever been on.

I have been on Ortho Cyclen for years and my current insurance doesn't cover it soooo my Dr switch me to TriNessa.

I was literally terrified to take a different pill.

With TriNessa

I have had no cramps, no menstrual headaches and insanely LIGHT flow.  I also feel better. This bc has honestly been the best pill for me."


"Have only been on a 50mg dose twice daily for a week. So far the drug has not helped. My blood pressure is in 120's/to low 130's/over mid 80's upon arising. In mid 150's over mid 90's by noon, and 170's over 100's by 6:00pm. I take the first dose about 8:00am and 2nd dose about 5:00pm. Plan to contact my doctor on monday."


"My pharmacy switch my regular pain medicine with this new brand. It has not helped my pain at all, it's made me more constipated then any other medicine in my entire life. I'm wondering if I might have a bowel obstruction from this. I have to take twice the amount of this brand versus the other manufacture. And because of laws I'm now stuck with this medicine for 30 days. I will never use this medicine again."


"I've used Reclipsen since I was 16 and have never had any problems. Most importantly, I've never gotten pregnant. It helped with my acne as a teenager, and I've never experienced mood swings. Periods are light and very regular. I gained a little weight in high school and college, but this is probably due to many other factors (quitting sports, not exercising, eating poorly, etc.) as opposed to the birth control. Both of my sisters have also switched to Reclipsen after experiencing mood swings/other problems with other birth controls and have seen good results. Highly recommend."


"I have always been the type of person who sweats a lot. I'm very active so I never thought anything of it. However, I realized that I sweat the most when it is cold and I'm doing nothing but sitting at my desk in school! I tried the clinical strength deodorants and they helped a little bit. Finally I decided to talk to my doctor and they gave me this product. I'm only on my second day of use and I'm already amazed. The first night I experienced intense itching however, it was manageable. The next day I played in a tournament for 8 hours in 90 degree weather and my shirt wasn't even wet! This product is amazing and I highly recommend it to anyone with an overactive sweat problem!"


"I have been on Belviq for a month now, and I have lost 10 pounds!! My clothes are starting to feel lose. And I love it!! Belviq does make me sleepy and I have dry mouth... But hey that makes me drink more water all day. It is pricey but worth it. I will update by my third month."


"worst birth controL. BADDD MOOD SWINGS! ive been taking for about a year and ive noticed all i do is cry over dumb shit. I am starting to have really bad anxiety and i quit i didnt even finish the whole back. everytime near my period i get angry . dont take this. please."


"Wow, since taking Nuvigil I am able to task busily all day without afternoon nap and general fatigue. It also has increased my adult cardio activity beautifully (if you know what I mean). I was a little jittery the first day and waited a week for 2nd try. Now 4 days into it and awesome. Hope it stays working like this."


"I had terrible acne this summer. But now I take Monodox twice a day as soon as I wake up then I take the second pill after I workout in the evening. It has never made me nauseous as it has others. And I get nauseous from vitamins. So I'm shocked that Monodox doesn't make me sick. The only side effect I experience is more frequent trips to the bathroom. My skin is currently pimple free...now to just conquer the acne scars!"


"I am now taking Phentermine. I have lost 15 pounds in a month, a long with a food plan and light exercising, I should be to my goal by summertime."


"Works fine but shots are easier"


"I have had the Nexplanon in for almost two years now. I'm about to go get it out. The only positive is no periods. Now for the negatives. Irritability, mood swings, depression, anxiety, uncontrollable anger, weight gain, acne, oily hair, and hair loss. I'm so unhappy all the time, and I thought it was something going on in my life, but I have nothing to stress about. I'm not pleasant to be around, and I used to be the happiest and most pleasant person I know. I'm getting it removed bc I feel like I'm destroying mine and my son's self esteem. Please don't get the Nexplanon unless you are trying to screw up your life.  I will never recommend this birth control to anyone."


"I tried almost everything but suffered from horrific panic disorder for 11 years.
Finally I decided to take Xanax. I was afraid of getting addicted but, I m so glad I used this it because I have been panic free for the last 11 months. I don't take Xanax everyday anymore at all.  I did not get addicted at all. I take it only if I feel like I start getting anxious. I thank Xanax. Xanax is the only thing helped me."


"Effexor has been good for my work life, it has given me energy to get things done, and to not stress as much about anything, including social interactions. It sort of numbs my emotions which has been good because I usually cry easily, and get easily bitter. I don't get overIy happy tho. I also like how I don't feel like I'm on a drug, my mind isn't cloudy. I have trouble when it comes to working on projects at home, projects I used to work on so easily now stress me out just thinking about the process of it all. I have an unusually strong urge to bite my nails, crazy dreams (which is fine), lethargic. Appetite fine except when changing my dose."


"Oh my god. Worst experience ever. Though I had food poisoning I have been on and off of the toilet at least 7 or 8 times within 5 hours at work with extreme, awful diarrhea. It is making me want to cry it is so awful. I can't drink water, I already threw up for about 13 minutes and my stomach is hurting like no other. DO NOT TAKE THIS ... TORTURE"


"I started this medicine in June. I lost 29lbs on it. I got to the 3 on the injection and started with the sickness. Stopped using this. I went to the Dr and told him what was going on and he recommended that I start back on the lower dosage. So it is August 20th and I started back over. So far so good"


"Ortezla made me so very sick.  I give this drug all thumbs down.

Almost ended up in the hospital.  It has very bad side effects, some not even listed"


"Currently i'm on my second implant (4th year). I haven't had a single period since the day I got my first implant. I've only gained about 15 pounds in the last 4 years, but I can also attribute that to my father dying 2 months after I got my first implant, and I ate my feelings for the next year or 2. I don't have any unusual mood swings, and have not spotted or anything along those lines. I absolutely love Nexplanon, and will continue to use it as long as I need."


"My 7 and 11 yr old children take 18mg and 36mg respectively. The 7 yr old also takes a 5mg Methalin tab at about 3PM because she melts into a screaming pile of shattered emotions otherwise.  Actually, that's how she was ALL THE TIME before she started taking Concerta. The 11 yr old recently increased his dose because he's getting older and bigger.  He was singing/humming/noise making in class again (which is what clued me in to a higher dose. He started taking Concerta because he couldn't access information when doing homework. The information was there, he just couldn't concentrate long enough to access what he needed. VERY frustrating for him. He isn't hyperactive like the other child, so he was diagnosed at a later age. Side effects: sleepless until 12AM."


"So, I'm going to begin with my first birth control... Beyaz. I was taking it for about 6 months until I realized it made me BAT SHIT CRAZY. Other than than I had NO weight gain at all and I felt like my normal self. My doctor switched me to Loestrin so that it would make my mood "better" and it did, I'll give it that. Until one day, I noticed I was feeling a little pudgy... It was about mid October 2015 so I stepped on the scale to see. I WAS RIGHT. I gained 15 pounds in 3 months from 125-140 and when I got off of it, it completely jacked up my already irregular cycle. So here I am, 8 months later, waiting to have another period and still not able to lose the weight. (I just recently began seeing a doctor about these issues)"


"I've tried a lot of different acne medications and some have worked for a while and then quit working, tazorac is no different. When I first started using tazorac my face was the clearest it's ever been. Then about 3 months later my acne came back worse. Tazorac is the best treatment I've used so far, but in the end it did not work out for me. :("


"Lower back was out to the point of 98% incapacitation. Extreme pain on any movement. After 10 days of severe pain that only got worse, I finally gave up ice/stimulation/medicine and went to urgent care... barely able to walk in. Less than 1 hour after a shot of Toradol, I was walking around the pharmacy/store slowly with only light discomfort, and after 24 hours I was 90% better. After all that pain, it seemed like a miracle. Only had the 1 dose."


"At half-way through my third pack, I have been bleeding heavily for a week (compared to the first day of a regular period, but ongoing and with cramping). This is on top of having spotted nearly continuously since I started these pills two and a half months ago. I was going to hang in there to see if these reactions subsided after the third pack, but I am thinking now that I need to get off of them. I have also noticed mild weight gain as well. "


"I Started to take this pill on my first day which fell on a sunday. It was my first time in years using birth control again & NEVER EVER AGAIN !! I only took the pills THREE days before I started noticing side effects. First off I was alwayss tored no matter how much I sleep I still wake up tired , all through the day TIRED !! & Then I always had a attitude everyday. But really it made me so emotional WEDNESDAY I burst out in tears & I don't even know why !! I wouldn't dare take another one of these !!"


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"Loved this pill and experienced no side effects until after taking it for about 4 months. My sex drive has been ZERO and have had horrible dryness which was never an issue at all for me until after taking the pill. Talked to my doctor and apparently this is very common on this pill. It has started to interfere with my relationship so I will be switching."


"Limited improvement after 4 months, developed bad rash and MD refused to continue medication."


"This drug works wonders. I got all 4 wisdom teeth extracted two days ago and on the first night I had no pain but the second night at around 4:00 am I started getting the worst pain I've ever felt that kept me from sleeping. The first thing I thought of was ibuprofen. I quickly went downstairs to get some. I'm 5'3" and 120 lbs, I took four 200 mg pills as prescribed. It took less than 30 mins to kick in and once it did I felt no pain at all and fell asleep perfectly fine and comfortable. Thankyou very much Stewart Adams for inventing this drug. It's simple but miraculous. Sincerely, Sarah Craig"


"Used it for about 6 months. Easy to use. No side effects. Just no effects. Initially I lost about 3 lbs in the first month and that was it. Then those 3 came back with a few more more. Did absolutely nothing for me in the way of weight loss."


"This medicine does help with inhibitions when talking to people. But I find that I'm not fully satisfied with this medicine. I still have bad anticipatory anxiety to social situations. To the point where I can't relax before a social event."


"I am naturally an anxious person/born worrier but I saw a dr because panic attacks were waking me in the night and my chest pain was hard to cope with. I explained to the dr that I didn't feel depressed but I worried constantly through the night about things, and would also wake suddenly with chest pain. The dr sent me for ECG but I knew the pain was linked to anxiety. Anyway, after the ECG came back clear, he prescribed Pregabalin (a much lower dose than most people on here) and I only take one at night. I now sleep better, I have not woken with a panic attack since taking them, and my anxiety is no longer controlling me. I've been on them 6 months."


"Today 4/8/15 is the first day I took the pill since my doctor prescribed it to me last week. I took it 30 minutes before dinner and when I went to eat I was able to eat 3 small bites before I felt like I was full and couldn't eat anymore. (My meal-baked salmon & Asian medley steamed veggies). My starting weight is 237lbs I am hoping that this works in collaboration with my personal trainer and boot camp classes. I will weigh myself on 5/8/15 to see how much I have lost. Wish me luck."


"This was given to me as an IV and I felt restless and anxious. I had hallucinations and unbelievable depression and emotional pain. I thought I went crazy and had suicidal thoughts. I was depressed for a month after that. I couldn't tell you if it worked because I was too busy arguing with myself on whether I was crazy. I am one of those people who never thought suicide was an answer to anything, but this medicine made me believe it was the only answer. "


"Great medicine. The only bad thing is it is expensive! $225 for 9 pills. Well worth it though. I take it when I feel a migraine start and it's gone in about 20 minutes. The only side effect I had was really heavy extremities for about an hour. I could deal with that though compared to the migraine."


"I am on my 3rd week of Claravis.  I have one pimple, that I picked unfortunately, so it looks bad, but other than that pretty clear skin!  I was really dry around my nose, lips and chin.  I also was red all over my face, like Rosacea, and swollen on my forehead between my eyes and on my chin...weird.  But I started using Clinique Redness solutions face wash, moisturizer and SPF 15 base (all in one kit) and now the redness is almost gone and my skin looks more normal.  I also started using Clinique Mineral Makeup and LOVE it!  Great coverage and nice finish.  I use Aquaphor at night for my lips and anywhere that is flaky in addition to the Clinique moisturizer.  I just bought Murad Pomegranate Lip Treatment for day use."


"Depakote made some gain weight? It made me lose about 15 pounds all fat and I got chiseled abs I haven't had since 18. I stopped all substance intake including caffeine.

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"My only complaint is that my period has NOT ended and I'm on day 11.  Who wants to bleed for 11 days and counting?!  I'm going to my OB/GYN this week and will ask her to switch the pill.  I haven't had any other side effects; no cramps, no weight gain, no acne, just abnormal lengthy bleeding."


"Yaz was my best friend. I began the pill when I was 15 for irregular periods but I didn't expect it to clear my skin the way it did. It cleared my face, back, and chest. I mean I finally got compliments on my skin. I got pregnant a month after I stopped taking it and my skin was worse than ever. The only reason I'm giving it a 9 is because it didn't work for me after giving birth. It gave me migraines and the acne didn't clear up. However, I'm almost positive it was due to me not taking it religiously like I did in high school."


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"I was prescribed Duexis for bursitis and IT Band syndrome.  After taking five tablets over two days, according to the directions and always with food, the effects were unbearable.  I first noticed rapid weight gain then severe stomach pain, and ultimately diarrhea which was black and sticky. Wicked stuff.  Stopped immediately, will resume with low doses of ibuprofen and naproxen.  The only good thing I can say about it is that it did control my pain and provided a deep, restful sleep."


"I have been taking Xanax 1MG twice daily as needed to help cope with my severe panic disorder and anxiety attacks, which have been impacting my sleep schedule drastically. Take the correct oral amount daily, and you will see positive results in no time! If you feel like your having complications, contact your doctor immediately! Everyone's tolerances are different!"


"I have been taking Cipro for 5 days with small relief. I found it interesting that another person experienced anxiety while taking Cipro. I suspected that my anxiety was related to Cipro because it started when I began taking it but who would think that anxiety could be related to an antibiotic?? The roof of my mouth is pretty raw also. Calling doc today."


"My feet in the bottom upfront hurt all the time sometimes they go to sleep"


"It worked for me at first but after a while it doesn't."


"I was prescribed Lorazepam 1mg up to 3x a day, but they don't seem to be touching me. I suffer from panic attacks, anxiety, etc., and I just permanently feel wired, my legs are going 100mph all the time. I get bad thoughts of doom from nowhere. If I'm not focused on something 100%, I end up letting little thoughts of what if I pass out, etc. I've tried lots of SSRI's as well. "


"I did very well during the free trial lower dose period. I lost 12 pounds. Ive been on the drug for atotal of 5 weeks and have not lost any additional weight on the scale.  I have lost inches. 4 around my waist 3 at hips and 2 on each extremity(I must be gaining muscle).  Plus Im feeling better and keeping track of all food a fluid im eating and drinking. I stick to a 1200-1800 calorie diet. So my body doesn't get bored(most days 1500).  I do have numbness in my toes but thats it.  My starting weight was 245lbs. Im female and 42."


"I've read many are having nausea and headache with contrave. I've had a headache but it didn't last long. The med is working as my Dr told me it would. It helps with cravings. I take two around 11 am after I've eaten a healthy breakfast. That dosage kicks in a couple of hours later which keeps me from cravings in the afternoon. I then take two more around 4pm these stop those dreaded night cravings.
One must eat healthy and not expect a drug to take pounds off miracously. I've lost 3 lbs since beginning them 13 days ago. I'm very happy with these results."


"I am 35 year old male with moderate to severe sciatica (pain from buttock to ankle) due to bulging disc L5 - S1.  I found taking a 1000mg dose gave significant and almost total relief for about 1 to 2 hours.  The effect was greater if the pain was not too severe, the best results came from taking Aspirin before the pain got severe.  I also found that taking Aspirin without food made it work faster but I suffered stomach aches a consequence."


"Vietnam, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) went FUBAR 15 years ago.  That's the first time I contacted the VA or even heard of PTSD.  One severe symptom was inability to sleep.  VA was very slow to give me an appointment so I went to a private shrink who got me on Seroquel.  VA has kept me on it since.  Taking this, I have been able to get a good night's sleep every night since.  Since then and to this date, if I forget to take it, I either can't fall asleep at all or doze off for about 45 min, then wake up wide awake, and can't get back to sleep .  The FDA hasn't approved this for PTSD sleep disorders, but should do so immediately.  I've had no side effects whatsoever, unlike many other medicines I've been on/off for PTSD."


"This is my third week on contrave and I'm up to three pills. I have experienced no side effects and should get my scaledown scale in the next couple of days, I'm super excited and can't wait to add another element to my weight loss journey. ( scaledown scale is free and the program is free for three months through the contrave website. The scale is connected through cellular technology and coaches you on activity and diet based on your weight each day!) I think this is the added incentive I need... I've only lost 3lbs in three weeks but I haven't worked out and I travel fairly often and often grab fast food.... hope the daily weigh in and tips will help me make wiser food choices."


"Started taking Simvastatin 5 days ago. I warned my doctor that statin's caused cramping every time I took them. She assured me that would not be the case, she was wrong. Only 5 days and I've lost a nights sleep and am in pain most of the time."


"I am sorry for those who do have allergic reactions to this antibiotic.  I am prone to bronchitis.  I am allergic to leviquin and doxycycline but amoxicillin works for me!"


"I was prescribed Prednisone for a neck injury.  In the midst of stepping down the dosage as my doctor instructed, I started experiencing severe stomach pain, extreme nausea, tar-black stool, bloated stomach, and my face appears to be a little swollen (especially around the jaw line and neck). I feel like The Incredible Hulk. My doctor advised me to stop taking the Prednisone 3 days before I would have finished the prescription. Now, I am noticing increased frequency in the need to urinate and some pain in my left flank area. "


"I married a great man.  I put this man through hell . I'm 34 was 32 had a hysterectomy and here came menopause. I was living hell.  I felt every bad feeling you could possibly feel. For no reason. Finally this Feb 2017 I snapped. I don't remember much other than trying to kill myself.  I almost lost my family. I reached out for help my Dr put me on 30mg then 60 now 120. The 1st day I felt brand new. My face was numb but that's it. Everything is brighter better warm and I have love in my ❤   Thank you for saving me!"


"I started Levothyroxine 25mg 3 weeks ago. I thought I was going through the menopause so my doc screened me for loads of things. Discovered I had underactive thyroid. First few days noticed difference. I have had acheing joints my fingers feel bigger than they are so dexterity altered. Dry mouth, eyes hurting at back of eyeballs headache and finally anxiety to the point of feeling like I was going to loose it. However I had had those feelings before thinking it was the menopause. Week 3 and I feel moderately better though still get tired easily. It's good to read others have had the same"


"I got a severe allergic reaction after taking this medicine for 2 days: my lips were really swollen, fingers got swollen, I got skin rash. It seemed to be helping with the pneumonia though."


"I been on Belviq 5wks. I have dropped 15 lbs already. Experienced very little side effects. I'm my M.D. first client to try this out. Did my homework and it has helped my BP stay in a safe zone. Which is the main reason I wanted this med. 5* to Belviq"


"First off, it tasted awful. Secondly, I thought I was dying on my bathroom floor an hour after taking it. It gave me chills, extreme nausea, diarrhea and dizziness. Double checked the expiration date to see if that had something to do with it, nope. My cough is calm but it's not worth fighting nausea and dizziness four hours later. I will never take this medicine again."


"This medication only dries me out and seems to make my spasms worse. I somehow feel this is related."


"We couldn't be more pleased with this medication.  My 9 year old son was previously on Concerta and Metadate CD.  Although those medications were effective, Vyvanse has greatly out performed both.  The most significant side effect has been lack of appetite.  We encourage a late meal so that he can make up for what he has missed throughout the day.  His weight seems to be holding steady following an initial weight loss of 6 pounds.  This is a medication worth trying!"


"I was diagnosed with allergy related asthma when I was four years old. I've been on several maintenance medicine, but never thought they did much. I was hospitalized when I was 15 with asthmatic bronchitis and my doctor decided to put my on Symbicort which was finally allowed in the US at the time. Since then my asthma has turned around 180 and I haven't had any major issues. I've taken two puffs twice a day for the past 7 years and it's truly a lifesaver. It even opens my airway within 5 minutes of taking it."


"Helped me break a long-cycle of binge drinking but after 3 weeks I found the side-effects too much to deal with- constant drowsiness, fatigue, muscle pain, nausea and stomach cramps. Good luck to everyone who can make it work for them!"


"I got nexplanon in on September 1st. I was on my period when I got it it is now December 1st and I've still been bleeding very heavily. I guess the birth control is working because I can't have sex to get pregnant because of the period. A plus is that I don't have to take a pill everyday or get something implanted in my vagina... But I hope I get off my period soon giving it another month"


"I have taken Elmiron for 30 years. I started while they were still testing it under a "compassionate protocol". I had been having IC symptoms for 10 years prior to that, suffering terribly and wanting to kill myself. I did DMSO treatments, bladder distinction, Hytrin, Hydroxyzine, Pryridium and Elmiron and after several years was better. Over the years I have learned to manage my stress better . For the last 22 years I have been pretty good. Still I urinate very frequently and get up 6-8 times a night. I have adjusted to it. With those drugs I have worked a full career. I did have some nausea with the Elmiron at a higher dose. Now I take 2 a day, Hytrin, Hydroxyzine and Tagamet several times daily. I have never had hair loss or headaches."


"Was prescribed two pills per day for seven days.  I could already tell about 5 hours after I took my first dose that my UTI symptoms had improved.  Not miraculously, but enough to give me some relief.  I went and got some Azo too, but ended up not needing to take it because the Bactrim started to help pretty quickly.  I've taken three doses now, and my symptoms are MUCH improved.  I will of course continue the full course to make sure the infection is knocked out completely.

I haven't really experienced any side effects at all.  I think if you follow the instructions to a "T" you will have much fewer, if any, side effects.  Take the pill with a meal and at least one full glass of water, then water all day long.  It works!"


"I started the medicine 4 days ago and down 4 pounds already!  It curbs my appetite and I don't snack eat like I use to.  I have also noticed that I have more energy which keeps me moving throughout the day and wanting to walk when I get home!  So far so good!  I also feel focused!! I think the energy is helping boost my metabolism!"


"Geez, people - brain chemistry is a personal thing, and so are your issues - don't tell other people "don't waste your money" because you tried something for one night and had nightmares.

As for me, it works pretty well. I've tried everything, and the only things that work are the benzo's and benzo-like drugs, however, I would need to increase the dose every night to overcome tolerance, which means I can only take them for a few nights a month. The Belsomra seems to have no side effects for me whatsoever, just a gentle urge to sleep (which can be easily ignored if necessary, unlike a good dose of ambien which is dangerous) and the ability to stay asleep or fall back asleep."


"I have tried other medications to control my fibromyalgia and I had awful side effects to all then my Dr tried me on Cymbalta and this has been amazing! No side effects. I'm on 120mg now and I feel almost like my old self! It is very expensive though."


"I took this pill after switching off lo loestrin fe for cost reasons and I regret it. I'm much more moody and anxious all the time and I have severe cramps on this pill, while I had none on lo loestrin. I'm switching to a new pill but I wish I would have realized these and other bad side effects were caused by the blisovi sooner so I didn't have to suffer for so long!"


"I was prescribed the generic form of Lasix a few days ago for severe peripheral edema. The doctor had me taking 20 mg twice a day for three days and now I'm taking 20 mg. So far, I have notice only a subtle difference/improvement in the major swelling of my feet, ankles, legs and abdomen. I am experiencing an increase in frequency of urination, as others have described, but it doesn't seem like I 'm voiding enough, which may be why I am still so swollen. It has been only four days on Lasix and I am in terrible pain. Hopefully, the swelling will subside or at least decrease, otherwise, I will be contacting the MD for advice. I have also experienced headaches daily since I began the medication. I have been extremely dizzy as well."


"I started Yasmin pill 3 days ago and I am definitely not going to be carrying on with it because I have had shortness of breath which could be related to me panicking and worrying about the side effects, I also have hand numbness in my left hand, dizziness and tingling. Although I haven't been on it long enough I do believe it helps acne very often because if your acne is hormonal and you break out during your period, when your due on or around your ovulation times going on the pill should hopefully stop this from happening, we all react in different ways so I wish you the best of luck(:"


"I just started on this medicine a week ago for AOSD. I have heard people comparing the burn of injection to that of a steroid shot... in my opinion it is a picnic [on the beach, at sunset] compared to that! It also burns way, way less than my Enbrel did. No injection site reaction or other side effects yet. I have high hopes!"


"Started taking Jolessa after using the Nuva Ring and spotting almost non-stop. Jolessa does just fine at preventing pregnancy and I have not had any other horrible side effects that others have had EXCEPT I literally gained 10-12lbs the first month I took it. I have been on it for 7 months and no matter how much I exercise and watch what I eat I can not shed any of this extra weight. I have always been able to maintain or lose weight but not while taking this particular BC. I am switching to TriNessa next week and hopefully will be able to lose what I have gained while on Jolessa."


"I started it 3 days ago. I felt better on the 2nd day."


"Lotrel has worked for me with a low dosage. The higher dosage caused side effects. Tried five different blood  pressure medicines before and they all had side effects such as swelling or leg cramps."


"I started taking Remeron about 2 weeks ago.  I feel better, less depressed, but I am experiencing a different side effect than what is listed.  My tongue feels numb and I can't taste anything very well.  Everything has the same taste.  I called the advice nurse.  She talked with the doctor and I was advised to keep taking it until my appointment next week. I am going to wait to see the doctor before I report this to the FDA."


"I have been on Lo Loestrin Fe for one month exactly. So far I love it! I started my first pill on the first day of my period and no problems. I bleed about 3-4 days after my period was supposed to stop but I guess that is normal. Other than that, it is perfect!"


"I have numerous spinal conditions including failed lumbar fusion surgery, (L4/L5 fusion) disc collapse at L3/,L4 & L5/S1, osteoarthritis throughout my spine, damaged nerves, spinal fontinal narrowing, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis in my shoulders, knees and hips. I'm also taking spinal nerve blocks and nerve root burnings on 6 levels in my lumbar and sacral spine. I was given theirs and was told I'd never had anything "this strong"for pain. I absolutely get no relief from this medication and I'm not a drug seeking patient. I am a mom to 4 children, my youngest is 3 and has special needs due to a chromosome duplication. All I want is to feel somewhat normal without being so messed up I'm not aware of what's going on around me."


"I had a torn tendon in my knee and had to have surgery. They gave me this for my pain. It has been relatively good. It takes my pain away for about 4 hours then I need to take it again. But now I've got to take it every 6 hours and it doesn't last that long. So for 2 hours I have to suffer. So for long lasting pain management it doesn't work that well, but for short term, it's great. And it doesn't upset my stomach."


"I was having severe attacks several times a day and within two days on tegretol they stopped. I still get very minor twinges at times from trigger areas. It has been two weeks plus now and I can still recall beginning to brush my teeth and ending up on the floor, so I would be happy if I retain this level of control forever."


"had 2 bouts in left big toe. Second one was so bad couldn't use clutch in car or change geers on bike. On a bad day I considered a chisel and malet but about a week after starting colchicine I woke to find pain reduced by 50% and within about 3 weeks 95% so well pleased and no apparent symptoms."


"I have used Celexa and its generic since 2001. I had suffered from undiagnosed anxiety and depression for years before seeking therapy and medication. At first Celexa was a godsend. In the space of 3 weeks I went from 8 severe anxiety attacks a day less than 8 in the last 9 years. I became more outgoing and confident as a result. I did and continue to have side effects. The long terms effects are basically flat effect, weight gain, increased appetite (I don't need either of those) and sexual indifference. The later is very difficult to live with as you might imagine. I have tried to ween myself off Celexa once, in 2005, and it was an unqualified disaster. I guess I'm a "lifer"."


"Positives: I've been on this pill for over a year and it's alright; I'd be terrified to try another one. 3-day, perfectly timed period with light bleeding compared to my natural heavy and often painful one. My skin is pretty clear and I now forgo makeup altogether.

Negatives: I have had increased headaches, ranging from 0-3 per week depending on my stress level, but if you can avoid stress, it shouldn't be too bad. I don't like that my ovulation mucus is gone; I loved knowing myself that way, but most women probably don't care. Also, I think my sex-drive may have decreased a bit although I still seek the deed.

( /-) I did get extremely nauseous when I started taking it in the morning, but switched to nighttime and largely eliminated that problem."


"I'm a female in my mid 20s with mild acne, mostly around my jawline and occasionally right over my eyebrows. I was prescribes Ziana about a month ago by my dermatologist.  I had previously been using Finacea.  With Finacea, I still had the monthly 2-3 deep pimples that took weeks to completely go away.  After starting Finacea, I have only had ONE pimple on my chin that went away in a few days. I did not experience the "purge" my dermatologist warned me about. That may be due to the monthly facials I have started to get, but I'm not sure. I have noticed a drastic difference in my breakouts and skin overall. I have not noticed a difference in my acne 'scars' or pink/reddish brown marks left from previous breakouts, but I will wait and see."


"Ive been on Orsythia for 3 weeks. The side effects im having are nightly nausea probably 4-5 nights a week. One night my first week i did vomit. Ugh, its been miserable. The other main side effect is that i have had my period for 15 days now. Its a regular flow too!! That has honestly been obnoxious too. I am not sexually active so i dont know if it is working to actually be birth control. I will say though, i have depression and anxiety and i have NO noticeable mood changes which is awesome:) also no weight gain!!! Woo!!! My boobs are a little bigger though.... Which isnt so bad;) anyways i think its a lot better than Beyaz which i was on about 4 years ago. :)"


"Awful experience. NOT the same as loestrin 24 fe, which worked perfectly for me. This medication caused pains in my stomach, severe shoulder and back acne, bloating and cramps. My mood swings were crazy and I felt awful on this birth control. I gave it 3 months and it didn't regulate. I developed the worst acne I have ever had and it is painful."


"Received the Mirena as a 22yo np/ng to treat life-threatening hypovolemia and chronic anemia caused by endometriosis. This medicine may also slow down the growth of adhesions. Insertion was incredibly painful despite taking Vicodin beforehand. For about 3 months after, I experienced intense cramping and sporadic spotting. These symptoms went away and stayed gone with a few days of muscle relaxers.

 The Mirena worked beautifully for its intended purpose, and I have not had a period in over 4 years. However, I have gained 75 lbs in the past 5 years. I also have increased body hair growth, thinning hair on my head, lots of acne, and a massive reduction in my sex drive. I'm not sure yet if I'll get another Mirena put in."


"My RLS is inherited and turned predictably vicious by the time I reached my early 40s. It was destroying my life.

I was put first on Clonazepam (1 mg) in 2003 and 13 years later I am now at 2 mg taken several hours before bedtime.

Some health experts describe Clonazepam as "the most dangerous pill in America" because once on it and once dependent you risk two things...the first is severe withdrawal symptoms beginning within three to four days of stopping. The second is even after being weaned from the drug you will likely experience the sudden onset of withdrawal symptoms weeks or even months after stopping.

I am also on pramipexole and  Gabapentin."


"I tried this medication for 6 months with minor improvements. Side effects were erectile dysfunction and loss of muscle strength."


"I was Diagnosed with Hep C 2001 tried one treatment in 2003 which was not effective, ultimately costing Me a Liver Transplant in jan 2011. In 2015 they determined that the Hep C was affecting my new Liver scale wise of O-4, I was at 2. In Jan 2015 they put Me on the Harvoni regiment 12 weeks. As of June 2016 Blood work indicates no more Hep C Virus,  although there are preliminary signs of kidney issues they believe they are temporary.  I Definitely consider the Harvoni a success"


"I have been on oxycodone and NSAIDS for 4 years now due to chronic back pain. The past few months it was difficult to lay down and sleep. So my primary doctor decided to try some antidepressants to see if that helped me sleep. Started out with Cymbalta and that had way to many side effects for me, plus it didn't help with the sleep. Then he had me try Symbyax first at 3mg then try the 6mg. The 6mg was too much but low and behold the 3mg not only helped me to sleep but I sure could tell I was in a better mood than before. "


"I have struggled with ADD for years and was put on a moderate dosage of ritalin in high school. But it gave me anxiety like you wouldn't believe. I ignored my ADD after high school and started dexedrine in college. What a difference! It helps me to focus much better and give me the energy to finish what I start. My procrastination has never been lower. I only give it a 9 because I sometimes need to make myself focus when the meds are an hour or two from wearing off."


"I am going now on my 2nd yr using this, and it's great, my sex drive is great probably got better too, I did not experience much weight gain that isn't normal. I did experience mood swings especially when I would have my periods I guess in that sense it was a bit bad I'd cry or get mad VERY easily and I did experience cramping during my cycle. All in all I do not mind it at all it is good for what it is for because I am not pregnant. I did take my pill 18 hrs late almost a whole other day but I was still fine. This worked great for me I am 5'1". I weighed 118 when I started now I weigh 130lbs. Considering it's been two years I don't think it's bad perhaps because my hips got a little wider, but nothing out of the ordinary."


"I tried Tri-Nessa for one whole month and it did nothing for me. I still bled like crazy and it was just horrible. I went to my doctor after the trial period with Tri-Nessa was up and let her know I wasn't satisfied SO she changed me to Velivet. I kid you not after 2 days my unstoppable hemorrhaging stopped!! After 6 months of constant blood & discomfort this pill stopped it. The 1st month that I was on my period after the Velivet was very painful. There was constant lower abdominal and lower back pain. I endured it and I've been loving it ever since. For me it does the opposite I have a regular libido sometimes a bit high lol. I've noticed that I'm more emotional and the week before my period I do get grouchy but overall I'm so thankful."


"I take Lortab for back and foot pain. The pain is a result of getting diabetes and back pain is from a wreck 12 years ago that nearly ended my life. I used to take 7.5mg every 4 hours and it used to work but now I take 15mg 3 times a day."


"I hated this medication! I became so sick when my doctor put me on it.  I took myself off of it and magically the next day I was %100 better.  My doctor tried to tell me it wasn't the medication so I tried it again but, magically I got sick again.  "


"I suffer from sinus/ear infections at least 2-3 times a year.  My doctor first prescribed Augmentin but this only made my symptoms worse.  After feeling miserable for 2 weeks my doctor then prescribed Avelox.  Besides the jitteryness, rapid heartrate, and anxiousness, it worked wonders.  This medicine cures symptoms quickly, but does have side effects.  Everyone is different so be aware of your body and let your doctor know if you're uncomfortable."


"Was given since having major depression in August (this is March). I have arthritis which pain has gotten much worse, fibromyalgia worse, brain fog, very weird dreams. I awoke at 2 or 3 and can't get back to sleep. During day I fight to stay awake. I have started having a very bad temper and feel angry all the time.  Eye sight blurry, clumsy. I see the GP tomorrow for a different reason (or is it?) and will demand to be taken off of this. I feel this should be taken off the market, it's side effects are horrible!"


"My body couldn't tolerate this medication."


"I began taking Advair, but after 6 months I began having hand tremors.  I tried Symbicort, but the side effects were too strong for me to tolerate.  My asthma symptoms were improved. I was very nervous and stressed when I tried it twice. I called for advice about the medication and was told that Symbicort, Advair and Dulera are only slightly different in chemical composition.  It was suggested by the pharmacist to call my doctor to discuss trying the other medications. Dulera works well for me now. I do have mild leg cramps. It may be good to contact your doctor and see which medication will give you the least side effects."


"Well, I would say that the side effects, when you stop talking is like so.
I feel like I'm shivering inside, one of the worst feeling in the world. So bad that if I miss a dose, I'm waiting at the Pharmacy before its open.
I suggest that one doesn't miss a dose."


"Within a few weeks of starting Celexa my depression disappeared almost completely. The side effects that are the most noticeable for me are tiredness, weight gain, and sensitivity to light. The stuff does its job, but the side effects are a bit hard to deal with."


"Great after 3 months......but will make you gain 1,444,765 pounds. No bs!"


"This has been a great medication and has made me feel much better.  If you take too much at one time it can upset your stomach. "


"After a week I started vomiting. My mother also told me I called her in the middle of the night and was confused. I had no idea I even called."


"I have been on Contrave for 4 months. And over the 4 month period I have lost 45lb with the help of the medication. I didn't change my exercise at all just my diet (low carb, high protein.. Contrave really helped me with this.  It really helps with the cravings and the binge eating... I will admit I was sick to my stomach off and on for about the first month but it has gone away and I do not have any side affects. I plan on staying on until I loose the last ten lbs until my goal. I also may stay on it after that to help keep my weight down. Not sure at this time. Im hoping my insurance will start covering the medication."


"I was on Byetta for about 6 years and it worked wonders for me. I lost 70 lbs. in the first few months, but the 35 of them have crept back on. I've been on Bydureon for about 18 months. I've had no side effects other than the little lumps. My wife is an RN and suggested using thinner needles. I told her they wouldn't work but she tried anyway. She was unable to push the Bydureon in, so back to the thick needle. I have not enjoyed the weight loss effect with Bydureon. My Dr. has just given me a prescription for the new pen, however, Walgreens does not yet have it available. I have found no information that says it is actually being sold yet. The pen comes with a needle, same thickness but a fraction shorter."


"After looking over the sleep study results my Doctor concluded I have narcolepsy. He has put me on Nuvigil (1x-150mg). I will say, the first 2-3 days felt great. After that, it went and still continues to go down hill. I feel tired and am weak, but my eyes aren't closing like they used to. I kind of wish I would just fall asleep. I have this extreme dull headache that won't subside and dry mouth. I meet with the Doctor next week, hopefully we can change things up."


"This medicine completely changed my life in the way that my voices are at ease and I can function in society correctly.  The side effects for me are severe tiredness.  If I have to stay on loxapine I will, but because of the tiredness, I am exploring my options of something else."


"Had side effects include tingling and numbness throughout body, especially feet and fingers. It also made me edgy and quickly irritated."


"Firstly, I should provide background info on my current health. Birth control pills effect everyone differently. I had a very timely period with heavy bleeding the first 2 days and terrible cramps some cycles. I also have the tendency to be iron deficient.
Initially I experienced a lot of nausea on this pill. I was told to stick it out for 3 months and then decide if I wanted to change. Within those 3 months, I dealt with a lot of nausea and vaginal discomfort (itching, odor, discharge). I never had those issues before. It was enough for me the day I had to stop what I was doing on the job and sit near a window before I threw up. I took the pill at night and had a meal with it. The only time I felt relief was on the sugar pill"


"Liver transplant 5 years ago. No rejection.  Generally confortable drug. I have experienced small skin cancers easily treated, no problem. I itch from time to time not objectional and I don't blame it on the drug.  Generally thankful for this drug.  I am careful about infections because of reduced immunity.  Thank you."


"I have been using Ultram (tramadol) for over 8 years for my fibromyalgia pain.  I started on it for a shoulder and neck injury, and it worked so great, I have been able to stay on it. In those 8 years I have actually lowered my dose by less than half, and get through a day on 75 mg.  It keeps me working.  I can not take it late in the day or it keeps me from sleeping well.  If you are in pain, moderate to BAD days, I suggest you try it in moderate levels.  It will not help for headaches for me.  Stopping to take it will produce withdrawal symptoms after a time. Be prepared to go through a miserable, cranky day.  Good luck, and feel well."


"I have been taking lyrica for 3 days now after trying every pain med for the last 7 years. ..unreal. ..I am able to walk better and my pain has diminished to about a 2 or 3, I was only a little foggy on the second morning but besides that I have had no bad side effects at all. I tried nuerotin years ago but after the second day I could not function, so any one with nerve pain should give this a try. .it sure has helped me"


"I started this birth control about 3 months ago & I personally think it's awful ! The first month, I had really bad nausea, car sickness & breakouts. I still continue to break out all the time, randomly have nausea, especially in the mornings, & being out in the heat makes me nauseous and  gives me migraines (not sure if that's from the medicine, but started about the time I started taking it). I also have lost 10 pounds & can not seem to gain it back, which is abnormal for me! I absolutely hate this medicine & will be switching here soon !"


"Finally a drug that works for my depression."


"I have been on Trileptal and just started taking it about a week ago and I have been in better  moods from the time I wake up to the time I go to bed. I was on 75mg of lamictal for over 3yrs and it was working fine and then it stopped working. I have also been diagnosed with bipolar when I was young when they said that I had the beginning stage of it. I was just recently diagnosed with the highest stage of bipolar that you can go and my psychologist put me on this med. I am taking 600mg a day 300mg in the am and 300mg at night I am not drowsy or nothing just a little dizzy every now and then."


"My nervous system is extremely sensitive to this medicine. However I take a fourth of a 150mg tablet every 5 hrs or so. This keeps my nervous system in check and my POTS symptoms subside. Sometimes it gives me cold hands and feet and anxiety however it is worth that compared to the brain fog with POTS."


"I have chronic cervical stenosis & degenerative joint disease.
All the opiates (Vicodin, Percocet, etc.) make me dizzy with unfavorable reactions.
I have been on Nubain for over 2 years & never had to increase the dose.
I can now be fully productive at work, it does not make me dizzy & has has no addictive feelings."


"I'm using the 3 day treatment before bed and it feels like I stuck a jalapeño pepper in my vagina. Is this some sort of sadistic trick? I was unable to see a doctor for 5 days so I got this and instantly regretted it."


"Thyroid was removed a year ago for papillary cancer, been on levothyroxine since. Gained 20 pounds on generic levothyroxine and felt awful, would wake up with a puffy face and eyes even though blood tests showed in range. My endo just switched me to tirosint and after one week I feel so much better. My face and legs are retaining less water, last time I felt this good was prior to my thyroidectomy. I have celiac and crohns which probably caused absorption issues. I also hate dairy and generic levothyroxine has a dairy base, go figure."


"My biggest problem was my ravenous cravings and I had no control over them. Since going on Belviq four months ago I have zero cravings for anything. My intake of sweets, salty snacks is gone and my wine habit is on my terms. Results 34.75 pounds in four months and mild constipation until I started drinking more water. I am on a low carb diet and selectively decide when to treat myself. I need to lose 25 more pounds and then I am keeping them off. My doctor says staying on the medicine will keep the pounds from coming back but I can go cold turkey and see if I can go it alone. Going it alone is how I got to where I was."


"I have been on Yaz for about three years now and I love it. I have experienced great decrease in my PMS. I was a monster before starting Yaz and now I'm normal with occasional periods having slight mood swings or cramps. My boobs have grown and my acne has subsided. I get a few pimples every now and then commonly when my period comes. I do get some bloating but if I take something like Midol then I have none. I'm able to know exactly when my period starts. I have only experienced one occurrence in 3 years of using Yaz, of spotting when not missing a pill. I haven't noticed any weight gain due to the pill. The only thing I am worried about is the scare of blood clotting lately."


"Has really made a positive difference to me but my insurance will not cover it anymore!"


"Freshman year of college I gained 20 lbs, and never lost it. Got pregnant 2 years later, and got Mirena 12 weeks after my daughter was born. Painless insertion, little cramping throughout the day, spot after intercourse for the following 3 months. Over the past 2 years I have had panic attacks, severe mood swings, depression, had my hair fall off, bad acne, dizzyness, migraines, constant infections, and although 6 months ago I changed my eating habits and exercise 9 hours a week, I have not lost one lb. I had never linked all of it to the Mirena, until a friend mentioned it. Set up an appointment to get it removed in two days, and only after read all of these reviews. It kind of assures me that I'm finally going to feel right again!"


"I am a 52 year old women.I was bloating a lot from not pooping..Alls good now...."


"So I was 290 when starting this about 4 weeks later and have lost 20 pounds. Everybody is different, I was fine first week then when increased to 1.2 was very nauseous and absolutely no appetite. When increased to 1.8 I could not handle was continuously vomiting so went back down to 1.2 for now. Still appetite is nonexistent and have to eat very small "meals". It is basically trial by error, you have to see which foods your body can tolerate while on this med. I am happy so far with results as I feel this is exactly what I need to get out of some unhealthy eating habits."


"I had Mirena inserted in June 2015. The insertion  process was very painful. I had a local anesthetic, and the doctor said it reduced the pain 50%. The pain of the sound for uterine measuring was significant despite the anesthetic. I experienced some bleeding and severe cramps with rectal pain and pressure for 9 days.  I spent most of the 9 days heavily medicated and missing work. I could not sit down without extreme pain. This is NOT a normal reaction, so I should have removed it right away. After ultrasound the IUD appeared to be properly placed. The conclusion was that Mirena was either poking or aggravating a major nerve. Had Mirena removed after 9 days. Symptoms improved immediately upon removal but not completely resolved yet."


"This is the absolute worst birth control you could possibly take. I was on Ocella for one month before I had to switch pharmacies due to my new insurance and Ocella was fine. Once I started on Zarah, I had constant anxiety/palpitations. It got so bad to the point that I was seeing my doctor and thinking that I had a heart problem (had an echo done, normal). This birth control literally made me feel like I was going crazy and that I had all kinds of health problems. It made my left hand tingle, and I was also constantly exhausted to the point where I was almost sleeping 20 hours a day. OH and my blood pressure sky rocketed. Went off this birth control and got the Skyla IUD. I didn't get pregnant on this BC which is literally THE only good thing"


"I have been taking this for five years and have never been better. I think you just have to find what works for you. My Psych Doc is the best!"


"After taking the shots It was amazing, 6 weeks and I was cleared up. I had 75% to 80% coverage. After 3 months I quit. It stated to come back so I started again. I feel better. Went to the beach for the 1st time and pool party in years. I am 49 year old man. As far as side effects we will see. For now I am happy."


"I've been on Keppra for two years now, 500mg morning & 500mg evening. No side effects at all and no seizures since I started on it. Initially I had some tingling in my lips but that ended after a week or so, nothing since. Like the "animal alerts" I keep on my vehicles you can't tell if it works except for the absence of anything bad happening which in my case nothing has with either Keppra or the animal alerts so they both must work since before them I had one seizure and also hit a deer a moose and some rodents who darted out in front of me but no longer do.  I checked for interactions of all medications and would advise anyone with a bad reaction to any med to do so as well."


"(Preface by saying this is my first and hopefully last stone).

I had sudden and severe lower-abdomen pain on a Monday, so I went to the emergency room.  I had a CT scan performed and the hospital discovered a 3.5mm obstruction in my ureter.  I was feeling fine by that evening when I was released.  They gave me a prescription for Flomax but I received Tamsulosin (the generic equivalent).  My urologist told me to continue with the Tamsulosin and to filter all my urine.

I had no further pain until the weekend, Saturday into Sunday it was pretty bad, but I didn't pass anything.

Come Wednesday (8 days after starting Tamsulosin), I had PASSED the stone with NO PAIN.  Don't listen to all the horror stories.  Take the Tamsulosin!"


"Clonidine is excellent for performance and social anxiety. But I think its crucial to get the dosage just right for your body weight & metabolism, so that one doesn't get unnecessarily sedated or have dry mouth. I only use clonidine every now & a blue moon  (i.e., rarely), often before a situation or event where I'll need extraordinary patience. I take just 0.1 mg. for this purpose. It prevents nervous tremors of the hand, restlessness and sweating."


"This medicine is God sent. I am thankful every day that my doctor was awesome enough to suggest it. I still have golf ball sized knots on my back and would like a back massage 24/7 but who wouldn't! I love it and don't even know if I could continue to get out of bed every day without it."


"I'm shocked at some of the complaints I see about this medication, so I'm going to keep it real.

You NEED to exercise to help with your weight loss. Don't think just taking a pill will fix you.

You NEED to make better food choices. If you're still eating fried chicken and mashed potatoes, "but smaller portions" don't complain when you don't see big numbers.

You NEED to give the drug time to work into your system. I see people who just started 2 weeks ago complaining....like seriously, you're not even at the step dosage level.

I started this Rx 2 weeks ago. I'm eating proteins, vegi's, low cal foods and limiting my "bad" carbs but not depriving myself. I'm 5'1 155lbs I go to the gym at least 3x a week and after 10 days lost 8 lbs."


"I was very scared at first after reading so many bad reviews but decided to go through with it as I figured everybody is different.  The procedure was very quick,  I was on my period when I had it done, I'm not going to lie, it hurt but it passed pretty fast.  My period stopped within a day, however I continue to have discharge with a tint of blood.  I didn't experience bad cramps or anything like other users have described.  For me, it was worth taking the chance, I'm not planning on having more kids and I have endometriosis and am hopeful that this will help with that.  Do your research, we all react different to medication, check with your Dr. and make sure this is the best option for you. I will leave another review in a few months."


"Straight at onset injected and pain gone within a matter of minutes. Where have you been all my life!?"


"I had been taking Benicar 20/12 mg for about 5 years, as there is no generic substitution for Benicar and it was very expensive I asked my Doctor for another drug.  Cozaar was suggested and it had just become generic the week before. I have been taking it for about 6 weeks.  I don't feel any negative side effects. So far so good."


"I'm reasonably satisfied with Lutera. My chief concern with oral birth control has been emotional side effects (feeling SO CRAZY), and I really cannot tell any difference at all in my mental health or emotional state when taking Lutera.

It's not a perfect fit still, as I cramp way more on the last 2-3 days of 'white pills' than I ever have, though the cramps are mild. I've also noticed breast tenderness. But for me the worst effect is that I have had about zero sex drive in the 4 months I've been taking Lutera. That's been a major drag."


"I am on my second implant. I've had an Implanon since I was 18, I am now 24. I think this is the best thing ever. No side effects for me. And I don't have to remember to take anything. Awesome!"