"I've been on this for two cycles and I hardly have any side effects! No weight gain or nausea like some others have experienced on it. I'm a little more sensitive and get more upset over things but overall it's been great. Just keep yourself in check and remember that you're on hormones when you start getting overly sensitive. I would recommend this."


"I have had Mirena for 3 months now.  Insertion was unbelievably painful (I threw up and had to lay on the table with my eyes closed, pants still off, for almost an hour before I could even consider standing up). I bled very lightly but continuously for the first month but have now resumed a more normal (though extremely light) cycle. I rarely had cramps before insertion however now I usually have 1 day of TERRIBLE cramps (which subside only with 800mg Advil). Other than that I have had zero weight gain (I've actually lost 5lbs), no acne (something I was worried about because I have sensitive skin) and only slight moodiness around the time of my cycle (I would get moody at this time before I had Mirena, also). Overall, a good experience."


"After 20 years of taking the pill, I've decided to try something different. (Why? Was forgetting to take them DAILY & cycles became irregular).It's been 2 months now on the Xulane patch and I'm finally loving it. I can honestly say while on the patch during the 1st month,  I'd experienced excruciating headaches and itching sensation when I'd placed patch on the abdomen area so I begin to change areas each week. This month (starts 3rd patch tomorrow), very little headaches and irritation. I have not had sex since I've started patch so I'm not sure how effective it is. Another plus, patch stays on for 7 days straight through swimming, bathings, showers & my insurance covers the whole expense. "


"I am a 79 year old woman. I was prescribed 1MG of Ativan years ago for sleep as I am a naturally anxious person...worrier etc. Last November I went through a traumatizing surgery on my back and came up with GAD.  I was put on Cymbalta, which made me very sick.  I was left with this jittery, crying daily problem and I finally asked if I could break up a 1MG Ativan pill and take some of it when I felt these awful jitters coming on.  He agreed it was O.K. I resisted it for a week or two after reading some of the posts but I now think I am old and I need to stop being anxiety ridden.  My family deserves for me to be normal.  If taking Ativan accomplishes this. O.K."


"I had to have more than 11 abdominal surgery for various different reasons, most related to child birth and ruptured ectopic pregnancy. I developed hundreds of adhesion's all over my abdominal cavity. I went to many doctors, however, there is no treatment except for more surgery, which works for all of 6 months before the severe pain is back 3 fold. My pain was so intense and constant that I lost down to 90 pounds because eating alone was to painful. After wasting my time on other medicines and doctors, I finally got into pain management. My doctor gave my Nucynta 100mgs 4xs a day. It totally relieved my pain and I have over the past year gained up to 113 pounds. The pain is gone, I can eat, live a normal life, and be a mother and wife again."


"I got Nexplanon in June of 2013 so I have had it for almost 2 years now. I bled for a week right after getting it and nothing else since. I have had no complications with it at all. I'm still really young and don't plan on kids for a while so it was the best decision I have ever made. Good luck."


"i was extremely excited about qsymia 3.5 for 14 days.. Lost 5.5 lbs. however..it took 3 months took get my dr. Nurse to do her job & get me qualified.. To move to the next dose of 7.5mg. & it is awful even though it's been only 6 days I am sleeping a lot,, eating less, but also found out I am type 2 diabetic therefore I need to be a wake to fix my meal,,, I am going to wait 2 more weeks for Ned's to get in my system, I am getting the face tremble so I know it's going to work, my daughter has lost 60 lbs, in 3 months. & her sleeping & tingling effects has passed, "COME ON QSYMIA summer is on the way""


"I started Zyprexa 6 months ago after I was hospitalized to the psych ward and diagnosed schitzoaffective, I'm also bipolar.  It has been pretty darn good, makes me sleepy which is good for bedtime, I get between 8-15 hours of sleep a night. In July when I was in the hospital I weighed 98 pounds, I have gained 30 pounds since, but Im worried I'll keep gaining more weight, which is why I am thinking of looking for other medications that can treat both the ups and downs and the delusions and hallucinations. Other than the the major weight gain, its good."


"Nexplanon was a 'success’ for me, in that it turned sex into a bloodbath, and took away my self-esteem to the point where I didn’t want sex at all. I had a constant period for the first 10 months, and after that, very irregular cycles (sometimes with adverse PMS mood swings and no period to follow), anxious and depressive episodes, and no sex drive. Some minor changes were that my breasts gained a cup size for the first six months (the only side effect I miss!), and I gained 7lbs within the first three months (not really an issue to me, but I did notice it was difficult to shift, even with a controlled diet and exercise routine). I endured Nexplanon for two months shy of the guideline three years, but I probably won't opt for it again."


"I took this pill around 5:30 pm and It's 11:17 and I'm usually sleep by this time . keeps you up all night, makes you jittery, and it has you feeling like you're drunk. I hate the way I felt and it worsen the way my sinus felt. also I've experienced the heart racing and the weird dreams and blabbing off at the month. this product should be off the market"


"Hello, I have read everyone's reviews and they are great and all true. I had the Implanon inserted December of 09, well still in the hospital with my new born. I did not feel a thing it was amazing! After three year you get it replaced for a new one so the procedure to take it out is longer than putting it in due to the Doc having to find it and push it out. You don't feel a thing due to numbing. I love this birth control, well obviously if after three years I had the old one replaced with a new one. Side effect happen mostly with bleeding, if you are a irregular bleeder well with this you will be regular meaning you will have your period on the same day of every month whether its the beginning, middle, or end of the month you can count on it."


"I can't say enough about this medication.  The quality of my life is greatly improved: neuropathy, fatigue, low body temperature and heat tolerance.  The only side effect I have is that I get more dizzy if I get up quickly from a squatting position."


"All have been changed since a month after starting Ocella. Soft clear skin and brighter complexion. No more yellow and dull face. Waking up with fresh skin as if I just washed my face. More incline to wear sun block and makeup. My hair no longer oily and stop falling out. I did stop for 2 months due to dryness and no sex drive. A BIG MISTAKE. Ask your doctor the correct way to phase it out. I am retaking it again."


"I got on Loestrin 24 FE for birth control and to help me with my acne. I have been on this pill for 4 months and do not like it. I switched to this pill from Yaz because it is a lower dose and I would sometimes get sick on Yaz. I was hoping this pill would give me less side effects but it didn't turn out that way. My mood swings are horrible and I feel like a crazy depressed person on this pill. My boyfriend has noticed how crazy I can get, especially right before my period. On Yaz, my PMS was barely noticeable, let alone mood swings. I have found myself needing to control situations and getting anxious and sad for no reason. My periods did not turn out to be lighter either. They are horrible on this pill, bad cramps and nausea."


"I got this put in on 12/22/15 and let me tell you from the first couple of weeks it was a complete nightmare. I started to get headaches every other day and migraines, and I NEVER get migraines ever! So that alone almost made me get this taken out. As a couple of months went by I noticed that I would have my period for about a week and half, nothing major!! Around the end of February my period stopped completely with a little spotting here and there! From February to June 30 I didn't have a period. My period started back today and I'm anxious to see how long it lasts! This birth control has its pros and cons but it definitely does its job!! Even with my experience I'll still probably get it taken out, I miss the old me!!!!"


"This shot is saving my life.  The first 5 days after injection were difficult due to side effects (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle aches) but they have since dissipated.  I no longer feel any effects and have been clean from IV heroin for 29 days.  I highly suggest this shot for anybody looking to stay off of opiates."


"I'm glad I found this forum.  I've been taking Pristiq for about 3 weeks.  My depression is due to post traumatic stress from an abusive marriage and it has helped take the 'bite' out of the stress.  Not a miracle drug but after reading the other comments I think I'll stay on the 50 mg instead of trying a higher dose."


"Have to take 2 pills before they work for my migraines."


"I was diagnosed with PA in 2005..was on MTX Enbrel Humira...in 2011 I was taken off the Enbrel because I developed Basel Cell Carcinoma and was told that the BC was from the suppression of my immune system.  Now the PA came back with a vengeance in July 2015 I went to my Rheum and she told me of Otezla and started me on sample packs. She said it does not suppress the immune system so of course I was so happy.  Still as of today I am not approved by my ins co...they say I need to try Enbrel Humira and Stellara!!!!   My Dr is running out of sample pacs and I am livid now because I just got off the phone with Ins Supervisor and she said Otezla does suppress the immune system and I should be trying the other "Preferred Drugs"...HELLO????  HELP"


"So far I'm on day two and my coughing has almost stopped.  I've had a cough for 3 weeks, but it got worse almost overnight with a fever of 102 and chills three days ago.  My doctor said I had a sinus infection, upper respiratory infection, and bronchitis. I can already tell this antibiotic really works, with only a little dizziness for a side effect."


"This rubbish doesn't work. Doc put me on diflucan once a week for 12 weeks, then blood draw to check my liver, then another 12 weeks... yeast infections always come back. I need relief and 5 docs have only prescribed me this stuff. I guess I'll go back to yogurt suppositories:( OTC makes them worse, too:("


"Seven (7) years ago my system betrayed me and I became allergic to everything you can be tested for except ducks and fungus - everything.  I went through my PCP, to every allergy and immunology specialist in a forty mile radius and then moved down to the super-specialists in the Boston medical community.  For two years - nothing alleviated the primary symptom - coughing - violent explosive coughing every forty five minutes to an hour.  This is where you will begin to disbelieve me probably but, the weekend of Good Friday, 2004 my ENT prescribed Tussionex-P and for the first time I was able to sleep, breath and behave normally.  I do cease use every twenty eight days, withdrawal is a little like "coffee-jags" but you must use care with this medicine."


"I have had chronic Rosacea for at least the past 30 or more years, but only on my nose, and I have treated it with MetroGel cream each morning after I shower.  There have been no side effects, and it has controlled the Rosecea to the point where I have no redness or symptoms.  As a retired Air Force officer and pilot on Medicare, and with acccess to military pharmacies and now TRICARE for Life, my costs are zero."


"I had to take this after I got C-Diff from all of the antibiotics the doctors had me on.  It worked great.  I  am a nurse and have known several people that have been put on this after getting C-Diff and they have been very pleased with the results also.  My wife has started to take it because she has many stomach problems and it is helping her."


"I have used Nupercainal, Preparation H and Tronolane.  Nupercainal is effective, Prep. H smells and is greasy, Tronolane is outstanding.  I have now been using it for at least 10 years, as required, and it always relieves pain and soothes the area. Tronolane is a wonderful product."


"I just got mine in today and came to talk about the insertion process. A lot of the internet says it hurts so badly, but I didn't have any issues - it barely hurt at all. Ask your doctors about Misaprostal - I have never had children but that medication made it to where my uterus didn't have to be dilated, not to mention the less pain I experienced! It felt less bad than a stomach cramp, and a LOT less bad than a muscle cramp. Don't be afraid!"


"I have been on Prozac since I had post natal depression in 1994. It has saved my life and my marriage. I take 20mgs but my only son left home recently to go overseas and join the army so my doctor increased the dose to 30mg as I have been feeling anxious and not sleeping as well."


"i have athetoid spastic cp and when i was on it, it worked for a few years  but it stopped working."


"Cymbalta is from the devil  Evil, evil drug. Trying to stop it is hell on earth. Severe anxiety and emotional pain.
Horrible dreams. I am an absolute wreck. Didn't take it for three days and was in extreme trouble. They don't make the dose low enough so you can get off it. Lowest is 30mg. Load of garbage."


"Only 2 days in and I have zero appetite. I am focusing on weight lifting rather than cardio for my exercise and I have to force myself to eat so I get enough protein in, otherwise I truly believe I wouldn't eat a single thing all day. And even then, I'm extremely stuffed after just a few bites. I do get a bit jittery for an hour or two after taking my pill. I've also experienced what I'll call "pent up energy". I don't get energy like I want to run around cleaning the house, it's an energy like I want to go lift heavy weights. I would almost say it's an aggressive energy but in a violent or mean manner at all. I hope this continues to work as it has these first few days. If it does I'll reach my fat loss goal in no time"


"I am a sixty year old guy.  I have been drinking since I was 15.  AA gave me a couple of years of sobriety a few times.  I could never describe the magnitude of my cravings (even to other alcoholics).  Though the VA, I started taking Gabapentin about 6 months ago.  I have returned to AA meetings because just reducing the cravings isn't all it's about for me.  I have said that stated in meetings that there is finally a pill that cure's alcoholism.  They don't like hearing that stuff in AA.  It is more true than they will ever think.  Craving's were such a huge part of my inability to control my drinking.  I have been able to do things that I never could before.  Best of luck to you all."


"Achieved complete molecular remission within six months of daily 100 mg. Sprycel. Reduced dose to 50 mg a day at six months due to side effects. The longer I was on it, the worse they became.  Shortness of breath caused by pleural effusion, body pain, all over itching, acne like rash on face and scalp and some hair loss at very beginning of treatment.  It was a good drug to kill the cancer cells, but reduced my quality of life drastically. Have started Gleevec with few expected side effects, except for major vertigo. Taken off Gleevec for two weeks and told to restart at 200 mg. a day to rechallenge. I won't be able to live alone if vertigo is a daily side effect.  Glad to be in remission, but hate side effect sickness."


"I have been on Tamoxifen for a year now, in the beginning I was very depressed, night sweats and hot flashes and severe sweating, my doctor gave me Paxil for the hot flashes and depression. It has helped with my depression but still hot hot hot!! I keep thinking I want to get off of it because it makes me yawn A LOT whether i'm tired or not but my mood is so much better i'm afraid i will start feeling bad again,"


"I've been taking Dexilant for about eight years. I've tried the other drugs for this diagnosis. Without Dexilant, the pain from acid reflux is so excruciating it has nearly brought me to my knees. I'm on Medicare and pay $100 a month for this drug, but it's worth every penny."


"My antidepressants and thyroid problem make it extremely hard to go to the restroom everyday. I chug this down, and after about 15-30 minutes it starts.

Pros: gets rid of everything it seems, instant relief

Cons: taste makes me gag, and my stools come out very watery (probably normal) but this goes on until the next day for me, sort of embarrassing being over at a friends and having to use the restroom. I suggest you take it in the morning to prevent this from happening."


"I have to say, I have been taking this medicine for well over a month now and I have had ZERO incidents of any reflux or heartburn of any kind."


"I have been on Nuvaring for 6 years now. I got on it when I was 18 and now I am 24. No major side effects- I think my small weight gain was due to college more than Nuvaring. The only problems I have had were when I forgot to put the new ring in after 7 days. The first time I did this I was 3 days overdue on putting it in. I consulted my doctor's nurse and she said it would be okay to leave it out that month and restart as normal the next month. I was fine until I put it back in the next month. I got migraines and extreme nausea. It was terrible. "


"Yes it did clear my acne once I was on it. I had cystic acne around my chin and forehead, and some acne on my cheeks. But I would say no less than a year later, it started coming back. Granted it was not as bad as before, but I was extremely surprised to see acne come back so soon. Now about 3 years later it is TERRIBLE. I am getting cystic acne again and a new pimple is popping up pretty much everyday around my chin. I really don't want to have to go on another treatment of Accutane. I had already been on 2 six month treatments in a row. "


"I found Skelaxin made me drowsy but it also made the muscle spasms go away. I take it at night because of that but I realize that I may be a special case because 800 mg of Motrin makes me sleepy as well."


"I started off at 277 lbs 8/20/2014.  My doctor prescribed 37.5 mg 5 days on, 2 days off so I could stay on it for a longer period of time without building a tolerance.  I cut the pill in 1/2 and followed the 5 days on, 2 days off for 6 months before having to take the whole pill 5 days on, 2 days off.  Because Dr had prescribed the full amount and I only took 1/2 it doubled my medicine but I picked up my monthly prescription so I'd have extra when needed.  Dr. cut me off at 7 months even though I was still loosing so I was glad I had saved extra to continue.  Few Dr.s warn about tolerance, 5/2 works so that doesn't happen.  I weigh 203 after 1 year, going back for another prescription soon.  Do your part, eat right, it works."


"I have taken this medication 4 times. I am definitely eating more than I did on Trulicity or Victoza. I am afraid to look at the scale. I crave sugar. Does this happen to anyone else? Does this change? I am nervous I will put back on all the weight I lost in the past 7 months. I do not have the terrible heartburn that I had on Trulicity though."


"Hey everybody! Just wanted to say that this pill does work !! I took it 2 days before I was expected to ovulate and worried myself sick for the next week and a half. I experieced most of the side effects that were listed a few days after I took the pill. Got my period three days eariler than my expected day; finally! Please try not to stress too much over this , I have heard that Plan B is 95% effective if taken within the first 24 hours!"


"Nothing short of life changing! I started taking for depression and anxiety, have never tried anything else. Found that I needed to take with meals to avoid jitters and make sure I took second dose before 4pm to avoid sleep issues. Very mild constipation, stools just seem harder.

The good part- I don't feel medicated at all. I don't cry all the time anymore. I started to notice that I was actually enjoying life and events. I completely stopped needing alcohol and/or food to fill an emotional void. It was amazing for me what this change in outlook did for my sex life - I want sex regularly and hang ups I used to have disappeared. Caution - one generic manufacturer did not work at all. Use only brand or Sandoz!"


"It is great. Helps me sleep."


"Started taking this pill 14 months ago. First 2 months I had nausea for a while. Now, I experience mild discomfort the first 2 days or so of taking a new pill pack. Haven't gained weight. Cleared up my acne. Got rid of my bad cramps. Period is heavier but regular in length."


"I am 13 years old I've been on Vyvanse for about 7 years. It really helps me focus and concentrate on things that are important, it also helps me know when and when not to do things like talk when some one else is talking."


"Very effective for diabetes. Blood sugars are lower and am losing weight."


"Started Qsymia in April, 2013, due to my health conditions. I have diabetes, low thyroid, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I weighed 205 lbs and couldn't lose weight no matter what I did. After 4 months, I had lost 35 lbs, stopped having night sweats, gained tons of energy, and felt like a "normal" person in my eating. I could only eat small portions and then was full. The only side effect I had was occasional tingling of the fingers. 8 months later I haven't gained any of it back! I have to remember to eat small portions now, or my old habits could come back, but I learned how to manage my eating. My HbA1C is now 5.6, I only take 1/2 of my starting blood pressure dosage, my thyroid levels are great, and cholesterol is fine. Do it!"


"Now smoke free for 5 months after 35  years of smoking.   "


"The incident happened 5 days ago. I was really nervous and paranoid of what to expect since it was my first time. 13 hours later, I took the pill and took a nap. I woke up with tender breasts, sharp abdominal cramps, body aches all over, fatigue, and I was nauseated. This lasted for 2 days but it was a week of emotions and mood swings. Nothing that I could not handle though. I was not due for another week, however, I woke up with my period today. I was very relieved and I'm thankful to take immediate action. I would not recommend taking it all over again but in inevitable situations, this really helped."


"I was prescribed Clindamycin in a hospital emergency room for a bacterial infection (cellulitis) in my lower leg and was on it for only about 36 hours (six 300 mg doses).  I experienced a severe headache and began experiencing diarrhea.  I called my doctor and asked for a different medication because I have to work and couldn't while experiencing diarrhea.  My doctor put me on metronidazole (500 mg) 3 times a day.

I've been off of Clindamycin for 11 days today and am still experiencing mild diarrhea, depression, anxiety, and shortness of breath."


"I recently too ambien last night & it worked I finally got sleep & I slept throughout the night."


"After having surgery for gastric reflux and a major hernia, I was unable to keep anything down, including water. My Dr. Tried me on Zofran, Scopalamime patch ,and Phenergan with barely any effect. He eventually brought me back in to get some IV fluids into me
That was when he tried me on Thorazine. It works wonderfully on my vomiting. The only problem I have with it at all is that it makes me so drowsy, understatement- it knocks me out. But it was worth it to be able to get something down so I didn't get dehydrated again."


"Benzoyl peroxide almost completely cured my acne. When I stop using it my skin gets oily and I become spot prone again. While using it I rarely get a spot. Its excellent for clearing up the skin. The only negative thing is that it can dry out the skin too much and cause redness but thats only when its overused. I use 5%, 10% is just a bit too harsh for my skin."


"Had simmilar antipsychotic effects of Seroquel, and yet had far less sedative and flattening effects on the psyche. A great alternative to other medications with similar applications."


"I have had RLS since I was a teenager and the older I got the more severe it became. I have had many serious and extremely painful surgeries on my back and spinal cord but nothing is as bad as RLS.  I have been on requip for almost a dozen years now.  For me it has been a miracle drug. I can barely even compare my life before to after requip.  Started off at .5 mg and am currently at 7mg. Each year I had to increase it little by little. Recently it has stopped working well even on such a high dose. I am barely sleeping at night and getting miserable again. I knew the day would come but I sure wish I could get a bit more time on it but the writing is on the wall, I will have to try another treatment I suppose."


"I have taken Pristiq for 2 weeks and it is starting to help my mood and energy level.  I am so happy as this gives me hope that I can get back to normal."


"Started with 5 mg for several days with no ill effect but also not seeing any benefits.  Dosage increased to 10 mg and after 2 days at that dose, I had two very major black eyes.  I looked like an assault victim.  No response from my doctor so I stopped taking it.  Dr is looking into orenitran as well."


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

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


"Medicine worked ok but caused a major rash"


"Suboxone saved my life I reckon, I owe my life to it I surely do. "


"I'm using Subutex to get off methadone and eventually become opiate free, if the pain issues which mandated narcotic relief in the first place, will allow it. I went from 90mg of methadone to 16mg of Subutex in only three days i.e., 90mg methadone to 40mg, 20mg then 10mg and onto 8mg Subutex which precipitated almost instantaneous withdrawal sickness of the first magnitude. In spite of repeated doses of Subutex these symptoms lasted 1.5 days and all this in a hospital setting. Point is, one needs to be in a fairly uncomfortable stage of withdrawal before taking Subutex or you may well find yourself in an even worse situation."


"I use to get called "hydro" because my arms leaked water.  I tried hypercare without shaving my under arms or reading the directions and felt like it didn't help.  After reading the directions and shaving my arms so that the product could actually reach my skin I've had amazing results.  Life feels different, I can now wear any color tee-shirt. I can live without the fear that someone will touch my wet underarms, and I can wear expensive leather coats without ruining them.  This is the best product made and I wish I would have known about it 20 years earlier."


"It worked very well for the first 2 weeks with some itching and burning but it was tolerable. Now it doesn't burn or do much to prevent sweating. I don't sweat as much as I used to but it is still an excessive problem. The next step is Botox injections according to my doctor."


"I'm bipolar and I guess for a year or two I was trying to stabilize my mood with pain killers (I've had cervical spine surgery and lung surgery so have access). When I started taking Lamictal it seemed like my pain subsided and I was able to easily quit using my medication. Also haven't felt a need to drink alcohol. Feel very stable and seems like my interests are coming back. I've taken lamictal before for a couple years and don't remember why I got off. First time I took it I got a rash but it went away. This time have not experienced a rash. Taking 200mg morning 200mg night. Seems to be a perfect dose for me. So much easier with my business, wife, and kids. They didn't deserve my mood swings."


"I am an active person with a healthy, gluten/dairy-free diet and within the first 2 months I gained nearly 40 pounds. I was crying all of the time, fatigued, and then my hair started falling out. It also lead to a suicide attempt.

Depakote may work very well for some, but for me it was worse than disease. Aother downside was the cost. With insurance it was nearly 150.00 dollars a month."


"I got sick from it, diarrhea. I started having ear trouble and started hallucinating."


"I have been on the three month no period, one week of period form of this medication for approximately 3 weeks. It was prescribed by my doctor to help with the extreme cramps and various symptoms I get during my period in spite of me being a smoker. In the last week or so, I have been noting several worrying side effects and I am not sure that I will continue this medication. My heart rate is increased from a good, normal range to almost always high (high 80s-125 resting). I wake up at night to swollen, tingly hands and have difficulty sleeping. Tired frequently. Today I had to go to urgent care because of one of the worst pains I've ever had in my stomach area, may or may not be related but I read something about it on this site."


"Virtually instant relief from itching-lasts for up to six weeks.(small area about size of a match head) behind knee."


"I have been on Byetta for 5 years.  My A1C was 8 when I started Byetta and is now 5.6 the past 4 years.  I have been able to lose 63 pounds without any diet plan, just slowly lost this weight.  I am now on half the dosage of other diabetic medications I am taking and reduced my blood pressure medications to 1/4 the dose . The only problem I have with Byetta is nausea while waiting to eat."


"I have been on Lithium for the last 11 years after being diagnosed Bipolar I.  Has worked perfectly.  However it caused hypothyroidism after 5 years and now looks like after a decade to have finally increased my creatinine level affecting my kidneys so here I am searching for a new medication.  Other than these side effects this medication worked perfectly for over 10 years."


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"I have never had heartburn. The day I started Pradaxa I had severe heartburn and have had it daily since. It doesn't seem to matter whether I take my pills after a meal, before or not at all. I got about one hour of sleep last night. If this continues, I will probably go back to Coumadin."


"I suffer with endometriosis. Due to this the pain is brutal. I have tried most everything under the sun for relief. I highly recommend ADVIL LIQ-GELS, for fast relief with little stomach upset."


"I got the IUD 3 weeks ago and I should've known it would be a disaster from the start! After it was inserted I fainted in my doctors office on my way out. This lead to me going to the ER the next day for the concussion I now had. I was super anxious all the time, had sleepless nights, bleed the whole time, and had no appetite. All my symptoms were in line anxiety and depression disorders (which I don't have). Needless to say, it was removed last week and I feel like myself again. My suggestion, if you have a job where you have to be friendly (I'm a teacher) or you are a new mother and need to be sane for your new child, don't try this. I've heard the emotional roller coaster wares off, however I didn't have time to wait!"


"Applied after bathing at bedtime. Relief of eye itching was achieved totally in minutes. Bothersome tearing was all but gone by the morning. Lasted about 16 hours on heavy pollen count day. Not covered by insurance, but I will spend to buy anyway."


"I have had partial response to my antidepressant.  I have had a hard time finding one as my chemistry responds unfavorably to many drugs.  Deplin was advised by my Doctor who has actually participated in clinical trials.  She had seen no adverse effects and thought it would work great for me.  On 3rd day I felt like my old self for first time in 1 year. Unfortunately, that night I had auditory hallucinations... first time in my life... and a very restless night.  Went off and slept okay. Tried just doing folic acid and Vitamin B6 and had the same response, only worse. Didn't sleep the whole night. Both my Psychiatrist and Psychologist say I am the only person who they have ever seen have a negative reaction. Like I said, I felt great. Good luck."


"I thought they were rubbish"


"This pill has been a godsend for me. I am 42 and have a six year old and 3 year old and have had hormonal issues since having them both: extremely heavy periods, horrible cramps, menstrual migraines, severe bloating and breast tenderness, heavy mid cycle spotting, and cyclical insomnia. After one pack of these pills, I am sold. Lighter period, no cramps. No nausea, spotting, moodiness, and I am finally sleeping better. These have been the best pills I have taken during my reproductive years so far. I hope this helps some patients, as many of these reviews can be negative."


"I never had a yeast infection until I got pregnant and so today was my first day using Monistat 7 & the itching and burning is no joke but going to fight through it because I don't like having it"


"So, I took this after the pull out method. He didn't come inside me, but since I'm not currently on birth control and the possibility for pre-cum to contain sperm, I took this. I would also like to point out I'm way above the weight limit for what this works best at, I weigh 220. My period came the 1st of that month and we had sex on 12th. Took plan b the next day, over 24 hours later but still within the three day timeframe. I didn't experience any side effects until two days later, and it was only nausea. Today is the 20th and I woke up to period cramps and light pink bleeding. I'll take a test to be sure since we also had protected sex after plan b, but I think I dodged a bullet."


"Oh my god I wish they could take this off the market! I'm 3 weeks in on Trinessa after being on Trisprintec for 5 years (ran out of refills and was put on Trinessa before Doctor could get me in) I have expirenced terrible anxiety and thoughts of depression. I have never felt this way in my life.... Im so happy but it is astonishing one moment I start to feel down and sad... FOR NO REASON. Also my acne has gotten worse. 1 more week and I'm back to Trisprintec, thank god !!!!!!"


"I have not had any bad experiences with this medicine since I started taking it. I am very pleased it is working so well for me."


"Has not worked at all in respect of the voices that I can hear. The only thing it has done is cause a major increase in my appetite and weight."


"My obgyn prescribed me this. Took it for about a month or a little less.. made me moody, break out when my acne hadn't broken out in over a year. Decrease in sex drive. Completely
 stopped taking it."


"Second day of single dose and some minor improvement from this broad spectrum antibiotic. No serious side effects yet. I believe each prescription taken effects different people different ways. Need to stay on course and kill off the bug that attacked sinuses and lungs. Awaiting recovery..."


"I'm so amazed

Saw a huge difference in 4 days

Today is day 16 and my cheeks are CLEAR."


"Tramadol combined with Tylenol has been a great help for back pain"


"I have been on Saxenda since Nov. 9, 2015 and it is very helpful. I was 323 and now I am 303. The energy boost for me is wonderful! I will continue to take it ."


"After nine years with a fungal infection on the skin, I was given 100 MG/week for a month. I already took the last pill of the course, and all it has done so far is turn the spots pink and make them slightly bigger, and some itched more often (although one looks like it's starting to disappear)!
    But the side effects! Oh, the side effects! After the first pill, I felt extremely dizzy, headachy, and nauseous for an hour after bedtime. The next day, I had little appetite that only recovered that evening. The next two times, I took two Rolaids, which helped with the nausea. That left the headache to contend with all day the day after I took the pill.I took two ibuprofen three times to combat the headaches on the last pill. What a joke!"


"Worked great now I am forced to take something else because my new insurance will NOT cover it at all."


"I'm 23 and I've had my nexplanon in my arm for about 2 month now , took me a couple weeks to realize that this birth control definitely affects my mood. I've been crying over the littlest things , I have been very emotional and I've never experienced this kind of change due to birth control ever so it must have a lot of hormones in it to make me feel so depressed for no reason.  Also I've been breaking out on my face and spotting, I haven't bled a lot which is good and its the only reason I still have it in. Also pain in my breast and tenderness."


"I have been on taytulla for 6 months now and it has made me extremely depressed. I started feeling these symptoms 3 months in but decided to give it some time before cutting it off. I barely leave my house anymore, I never hang out with my friends, I am always sad, nervous, tired, and anxious. I have trouble gaining motivation to attend school. Overall, it has just made me extremely depressed and this will be the last packet I take of it. It has done a great job at preventing pregnancy, but the emotional distress just isn't worth it anymore."


"Works extremely well!!!! Love this med

Works extremely well!  Love this medication.  When my heart is painful propranolol is what fixes it."


"I'm absolutely content with this drug. Originally my doctor prescribed me latanoprost and i've been sick quickly. I had a severe sore throat and my eyes were strongly red all the time after just 10-12 days of using it. Than I came back and I told about all side effects. After that conversation my doctor prescribed me Xalatan and I am really content now! It's my third week of using it and i don't have any side effects. No sore throat, no headache, no weakness, no muscle pain, no redness. My eyes were just a little bit red at the beggining but now they are all ok."


"Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia several months ago, probably have had the symptoms for more than a year.  Cymbalta made me a zombie, Pristiq has been an answer to prayer.  I am pretty much pain free, unless I exert myself or sometimes just have a bad day.  But, the good days far outweigh the bad.  Still nap occasionally, still have insomnia occasionally, but am totally happy with the way I feel."


"I tried a lot of the SSRIs and SNRIs medicines, Lexapro, Effexor, Celexa, Wellbutrin, pristiq, Paxil. Lexapro and Effexor gave me monster insomnia, could not sleep for nothing. Wellbutrin made me pass out and the other 2 did nothing for me. Finally my Doctor put me on Buspar 7.5 two times a day. It did make me nauseated but it says to take it on a full stomach which I took on an empty stomach. After I followed the directions I didn't have any more issues. No side effects and my libido has increased (wife happy). Really no more issues with anxiety anymore, I can now go to dinner, the grocery store without any issues."


"I started Lutera in January. I felt very nauseous almost all the time in the first month. My breasts grew significantly. My acne has cleared up. I did notice that I am very emotional and moody ever since I started Lutera especially the day before my period. I'm pretty consistent with when I take the pill. I usually take it around 10-11am but for the days I almost forget and take it at night, I feel really sick the next day."


"I had no issues after insertion at six weeks postpartum. Bodyweight was back to normal at 180lbs. Six months later I'm at 215 lbs and steadily gaining weight pound for pound. Never had his issue with Implanon. I FEEL blood clots sludge up and down my arteries sometimes, limb pain, depression, anxiety, and groggyness, which all are very unnatural for me. But I'm not pregnant. I'm getting this removed."


"I am taking this for a stomach infection brought on by a bad stomach flu alongside levaquin. It is doing it's job, but is by far the hardest tablet I've ever tried to swallow. It is rough and rectangle shaped with little to no coating. I can say from personal experience (unfortunately) that it is harder to swallow than both cigarette butts and garden spiders. Just what were they thinking when they designed it?"


"Marked improvement of lung congestion after 24 hours."


"Very good for me, the only complaint I have is that it's expensive and a premium co-pay on my Insurance. "


"I have been given this medication for assistance with my sleep. It does allow me to sleep extremely well. However, I do fill extra groggy the next day.  I cut mine into fours and I still have a hard time getting going the next morning. I have given score of 10 it is very effective in allowing me to fall asleep and stay asleep."


"My experience with this birth control was pretty good. I am 5'4 about 115 lbs- 120 lbs. Never made me moody, never felt bloated. I felt pretty good on this pill. Before this pill I never broke out!! My face was pretty clear.  When I started this pill I noticed my right cheek started to break out. It was more of red bumps and a rash on my face. I noticed others having the same symptoms.  My diet didn't change after this pill. I ate the same and exercised too. I will be returning to Othro-Tri Cyclen until my face clears up and hopefully try something else."


"Absolutely the worst birth control. My skin has become horrible and I've had to start other medications to help my skin this last month, The mood swings are horrible and I will be switching to Yaz."


"What a waste of money I paid a copay of $400 for 3 injections in my left and right knee. I am bone on bone they are worst now after the shots ortho visc should be investigated for false claims on what their product doesn't do, very dissapointed.  I tryed to complain on their site but there is no contact us on their page"


"Diagnosed with fibromyalgia several years ago but am highly functioning with Ultram (tramadol) and Flexeril. Added 25mg of Seroquel for insomnia and I can finally sleep through the night! Because I am so groggy in the morning, I cut them in half on work nights and enjoy the whole dose on Friday and Saturday nights. No side effects after a few weeks (other than the grogginess). I am hopeful it will also help with my depression from dealing with chronic pain."


"Day 1 felt great was in a good mood all day when I first took it didn't feel the symptoms yet
Day 2 felt nauseous and ribs felt sore. Strange dreams.
Day 3 irritable and frustrated about almost everything. Slight headache. Strange dreams
Day 4 felt first thing in the morning when I got nervous my heart was racing and couldn't talk because of my anxiety
Day 5 good luck ladies "


"I am a Flight Attendant for a major airline.  I went into the Flight Deck where the Captain and the First Officer sit 6 years ago and my anxiety developed from one major panic attack after another.  I tried everything and I was a biggest advocate for NOT taking medicine.  After a 6 year battle I started seeing a doctor of Psychology and a doctor of Psychiatry.  Both advised I take Lexapro.  I started taking 5 mg for a month then upped to 10 mg a month and then my doctor upped me to 20 mg per day.  I have been battling going to work for six years because of Anticipatory Anxiety on an airplane.  I am happy to say that I am now back to work and doing things I never thought in my mind that I could ever do.  Give Lexapro a chance, its worked!"


"I have been using this gel for the past 4 months it is doing great ,its amazing"


"I promised myself I would write a review after this whole ordeal was over so, here it goes. I had unprotected sex on day 12 of my cycle. Upon realizing this, I rushed to the pharmacy to purchase Plan B as I am not on any birth control. I didn't experience any side effects until day four when the extreme nausea, sore breasts and cramping began. Ten days after taking the pill, I had what may or may not have been an extremely light period that lasted about a week. I still was experiencing all of the side effects, and at this point I was certain the bleeding was from implantation. I also developed extreme mood swings, and was convinced I was pregnant even though I had multiple negative pregnancy tests. Bottom line, it worked but made me insane!"


"I am almost finish with my first bottle. I had no side effects. My appetite increased instead of decreasing. I am debating about getting another bottle."


"I have been off and on birth control since 2011 to regulate my period. After being off birth control for 6 months I went to the doctor for refills except this time he prescribed birth control and metformin. I have been taking 500mg a day for the past 5 days and it has been absolute HELL! I feel bloated and weak all day. I feel nauseous all the time which also discourages me from eating. And when I do eat I get stomach aches and occasionally diarrhea. Also I already had sleeping problem but now it's cramps and tossing and turning all night. But I think the worst for me is the bloating, I constantly feel like I just ate a whole cow! Its so uncomfortable! Eventually I'll have to take 1000mg. Hoping the side effects decrease."


"I started this med: 3/18/13...As for side effects I've had all but swelling in hands, feet and throat area. One item I would like to add to the list is...Insomnia. Three nights now but not in a row.  I see the Dr. next week."


"Tell your doctor if this medicine makes you excessively thirsty. I took it for a month and it depleted my sodium. I was so thirsty all I did was drink water. "


"Reduced triglycerides from over 500 to less than 100."


"This is like the best ever. I've been using it for a year. I haven't got pregnant yet!"


"I have been on about everything you can imagine for my stress and anxiety. Nothing worked and for years I have been miserable. I was put on Elavil and didn't feel much of an effect but once the doctor bumped me up to 100mgs a day, I am a new person. It has changed my life. I wake up and feel like dancing!"


"This pill did not go well with me. I took it for a week & felt bloated, got acne, headaches everyday, nausea! I would take the pill at 7pm so my stomach wouldn't be empty but I would wake up around 3am to wanting to vomit. I started it on a day 1 start & my period was so long and heavy, it didn't stop until I stopped taking the pill that week. But I tried taking it again since I've read that symptoms will usually go away after a few months. The 2nd time around I felt bloated & got a headache again the first day. The first night I woke up at 2am to throw up with a cold sweat I felt I would pass out. I'm going to look into something else. I can't function with this nausea & moodiness."


"I have been on Implanon since October of last year. I have gained just a little bit of weight, I'm on & off of my period about every other 2 weeks. But I AM NOT complaining about this birth control at all! I absolutely love it! I don't have to worry about taking a pill every single day at the right time. I actually recommend this but then again it depends on ones background in their health and what runs in their family as well. I've always been depressed and have had anxiety for awhile now but it's not stopping me and I surely don't freak out on my husband nor my children. I am able to control myself from that. But once again like I said I love this birth control!"


"I have had my IUD for almost a year now and theonly positive thing about it is that i have not gotten pregnant. I've gained so much weight and just can't seem to get rid of it. My sex drive is completely gone. I bleed more days a month than i don't. I'm really very unhappy with it. I plan on calling my doctor on Monday to schedule an appointment to remove it."


"Hello Everyone,

I took wellbutrin 150 mg once a day, along side with zoloft (200mg) and atenolol (50mg)

- the wellbutrin worked well for the first four days, but then i suddenly began to plummet. instead of feeling energized like everyone else in these reviews i began to feel restless, drowsy and dizzy. Even worse, i noticed my blood pressure was going up. By the third week of taking this medication my head was pulsing, i had a couple bad headaches, diarrhea, and nausea . I could not take the side effects anymore because i was experiencing almost every negative side effect.

If you are sensitive to caffeine, this drug may not be for you. it felt similar to caffeine which i am sensitive to."


"Stopped my Crohn's Disease flare up very quickly and rather effectively."


"I suffered for years with migraines,  I have lost intire weekends and days from these headaches. Relpax  is  a life saver , I had times I thought I wanted to die during these headaches . No more , don't have to suffer anymore get the script. It works. Does make you pee alot"


"Once getting on adderall I found it gave me just enough euphoria to put down everything from alcohol to opiates, while giving me the drive and ambition to seek an engineering degree. I must warn people adderall is a stimulant, it's out of your body rather quickly (1-2 days) so addiction in the "physical withdrawal" sense is not much, although years of taking it will keep you relying on it -that's a PROMISE. Depending on the dosage you'll be severely lethargic and wind up sleeping a few days. Beware of the day's end, you'll likely need something to sleep, or relax which can cause problems. Despite the caution, you'll be a morning person and love it, just remember the word "moderation" and you'll be a new you!"


"I have taken both the generic and Synthroid for 10 years, trying desperately to stop the hair loss. Three months ago my endocrinologist switched me to NP and within 3 weeks my hair stopped falling out. I do still have very dry skin, but otherwise I feel good."


"having the nexplanon put into my arm was virtually pain free. I did have the bruising and tenderness around the injection site. No symptoms for the first month. Maybe a headache here and there. I have started bleeding though and it's been every day for 9 days now. It's not enough to be a full blown period but I have had painful cramping the first 5 days, more than with my normal period. I am optimistic tho and hope I will eventually have no period."


"I was diagnosed with bipolar seven years ago and have basically been on Topamax along with Welbutrin the whole time. I have not really experienced the weight loss. I do feel fatigued and have been feeling very angry lately. I also feel sort of zombied out."


"My rheumatoid arthritis developed about three years ago and was very severe .. very debilitating. Walked at tortoise-pace, couldn't do anything around the house.
I've now been on Simponi golimumab prefilled syringes for almost that long, in conjunction with weekly injections of methotrexate and 4 tablets of Pyralin and one Plaquenil daily and really feel back to my old (now nearly 70) self. Can walk, chop wood, even play nine holes of golf again. "


"No problems with effectiveness of the contraceptive in terms of pregnancy. However, I broke out all over my face with acne for the first time in my life and I'm 23. I've also had heightened feelings of depression and anxiety that I've never experienced before since taking Trinessa Lo."


"I think it all depends on how well you know your body when it comes to taking certain medication. I'm a big eater, so I MAKE sure I do not take this medication on an empty stomach. I took 4 500mg in one day since I missed a dose (recommended by my midwife) and I was completely fine.

Source:Experience"


"I cannot stand this implant. At first I was happy I got it, I didn't get my period for a month after I got on I was fine. Then the cycles came. For the last month and a half I have been on and off every other week. It finally stopped. I am SO irritable and I get pissed off so much easier than I used to. I gained 10 pounds since I've gotten it. Supposedly it was only a 1-3 pound gain so I was okay with putting on the extra weight if I wasn't going to get pregnant of course. Don't get this."


"I'm sharing my experience because my number one fear when taking the pill was the severity of the side effects everyone talks about. The way people have made it sound I would be sick all the time and I felt that was something to worry about with my busy life. Me and my bf had sex and didn't realize until it was over that it had broke. I took it maybe an hour after it happened and received light bleeding for no more than two days and then recieved my period ON TIME two weeks later. I'm sure I had symptoms but to put it in perspective I didn't have anything that felt out of the ordinary from an occasional headache or diarrhea from eating something bad and I'm not even sure those even correlated with the pill."


"I don't know if this has anything to do with orthovisc, but I have had continual shortness of breath, exhaustion and waves of nausea, especially following the second dose (I had 4).  These symptoms have continued for weeks and the hospital and doctors can find no other cause."


"This drug is horrible.  I was given this drug because I wasn't sleeping more the 2 hours a night.  I took it for 4 nights, and it made the sleep problems worse. On the forth day it started messing with my head. I stop taking it . I went on the Lunesta message board and found a lot of other people who had the same reaction. Some people even had worse problems with this drug."


"Went straight to emergency room everything violently left my body within seconds of injection"


"This medicine has made my vulva and vaginal tissue both outside and inside of the vagina swollen. It was very alarming at first.  Glad to read it is a side effect of the meds and that I don't have some horrible nasty disease. I know relief will come soon. I do not recommend this product."


"This prep caused me to projectile vomit within 30 minutes of drinking it.  Will request another brand next time."


"I am completely satisfied with this birth control. Been on it for 3 years and my fiance and I have sex at least 5 times a week. I had some weight gain when I first started using it but my period is always on time and it only lasts 3 days. The pill helped me with the awful PMS I used to have and cleared up my skin."


"I have PAH in the later stages, this medicine has improved my breathing with the other medicines I am taking. My 6 minute walk test improved also. Only problem is the sore throat from coughing after using it."


"Age 59, F, living N W Eire. No history of psoriasis until it struck 2 yrs ago. Small plaques on scalp, left elbow, then palms of hands, fingers & soles of feet. Itchy, shredding skin, burning as if stung by nettles. Open, painful cracks. Emollients, lotions, prescription creams had no effect. Water & detergents irritated. Touch & walking agony. Latex gloves for shower/chores, cotton gloves at work. Dermatologist found 'debilitating stage 2 psoriatic arthritis' prescribed 2.5 Methotrexate x6 once wkly plus Folic Acid and bloods checked wkly. Now 7th week. Plus: using hands &  walking, no irritation. Neg: tired, poor focus, urinary infections, worse in bad weather, still avoiding water/detergents. Conclusion: Highly recommend Methotrexate"


"Here is my Euflexxa story.
I am 62 years old. I have always loved to play baseball. And now I play senior softball. And play in several tournaments a year.
I have played senior softball for seven years now. At first everything was ok with my knees. I was able to run and field my position. As an infielder I put a lot of stress and torque on my knee every game, every week.
But then 2014 I started having knee issues. The first time I had knee problems I walked around with a limp for 4 months. I went thought the usual knee remedies with the cortisone shots.
But after 2 years the cortisone shots stopped working. Then after a 3 day, 9 game tournament. My knee acted up again. I limped around for 4 to 5 months.
Then my doctor recommended EUFLEXXA to me. I hesitated at first. Then I received the Euflexxa shots in early 2017. And I was able to play the entire Senior softball season, with very little pain. I played in tournaments every other weekend from May to October. I even played in a 3 day tournament that included 8 games. I did have minor soreness after each tournament, but that only lasted a couple of days.
I tell anyone who will listen about Euflexxa. And I know of several players have started checking into Euflexxa. In fact just received and answered an Email from an ex teammate about Euflexxa. And it was for his wife.
So, thank you for making Euflexxa and I will keep on telling everyone about it."


"Mirapex is a godsend.  Before Mirapex, sleep was non-existant unless I took a sleeping pill.  Now I get peaceful nights sleep. The only drawback is, it's expensive and insurance barely covers any of the cost.  But I can't live without it."


"This medicine (and Synthroid) raises my blood pressure."


"Best allergy medicine I have tried. Works for normal allergies, and even helps with rashes and other allergic reactions."


"59 yr old m with afib since I was in my 30s.  I had it under control until about 4 years ago, when I started having regular episodes of arrrhythmia and frequently ended up in ER being cardioverted 7 times in 6 months.  My cardiologist tried several medications that did nothing for me.  I heard about rythmol from a relative, and after getting on this medication I have not had an episode of arrhythmia for more than a few seconds in over 3 years.  Worked well for me."


"This medicine has changed my life!! I have battled depression for years. Although my psychiatrist had me on more than 1 antidepressant I would still have days I would get up and be in a black hole. I never knew how long it would last - days or weeks. My diagnosis was Major Depressive Disorder - Reoccurring. I just couldn't understand with all the meds why I still struggled so much with the monster of depression. I talked to my psychiatrist about it and he started Latuda. The sky is bluer the grass is greener and I know what joy is!"


"I used Yasmin for 10 years and had no problems at all.  Periods were light and predictable.  No mood swings.  Everything was good.  After 10 years on it, I started experiencing hot flashes but I am too young for menopause.  Apparently, long use causes this and is easily rectified by getting off for a few months and restarting.  "


"I have suffered from IBS-D for over 15 years. I tried numerous medications and nothing has ever worked .I went to a new dr and was recently prescribed Xifaxan and it has changed my life completely. In the first 24 hours I felt immediate relief.I am now able to eat again and not always turn to find the nearest bathroom.I don't have to wake up two hours before work anymore because my stomach is not upset.I have not felt "normal" in years and it's such a great feeling. I feel I can live a normal life with this medication . I am hoping some of you who suffer find relief . IBS is horrible and no one actually understands what it is like unless you have it . Thank goodness something worked ."


"Pradaxa gave me acid reflux. Medication burned on the way out as well. I could hardly walk. The pain was intense. Don't recommend."


"So far, life changing"


"In short, upon having my name brand hormone patch replaced by this awful generic, I basically had my estrogen level drop to almost nothing in less than four months. The patch didn't stick, it kept coming off, I started experiencing all post menopausal symptoms to the extreme. I didn't know what was going on at first.This generic will not do the job. I can't believe the FDA approved this generic medication! It has been the worse 6 months of my life! Since going back on the named brand, after just one month, my estrogen level is increasing and all menopausal symptoms are starting to go away. To anyone considering the money saving is cashing in their own sanity, it's not worth it! I'd give it 0, but that's not an option."


"I've been sick for weeks! Can't eat or drink! Stomach pain! It's been a nightmare and Reglan worked in the first hour! Amazing!!"


"Good,  no side effects, other then depression.  Finally found a way to control acne.  Once the doctors coupon ended so did my prescription and the depressed feeling of a drug company playing, got you hooked now pay up, began. College student that can not afford hundreds of dollars a month to stay on it.  College insurance and family insurance does not cover doctors recommended treatment drug."


"Took my first pill yesterday evening, couldn't get to sleep at all, and went to the bathroom more than ever all night."


"I took celexa many years ago and when I stopped taking it I developed brain zaps a common side effect of withdrawal. After one month of quitting celexa I started hearing voices telling me to harm others. It got so bad that I started attacking people with a knife. I was arrested by the police. During trial I was found not criminally responsible (NCR). I was suffering from psychosis. I was sent to a secure hospital. I spent a year in there  I saw the review board and they said I was a significant threat to the safety of the public because I told my doctor I felt like killing more people. "


"I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about seven years ago.  I have taken Norco as prescribed by my physician along with other medications.  Norco has improved my quality of life 100% as it allows me to manage down my pain level so that I am capable of conducting everyday living without that heavy narcotic side effects i.e., feeling "high", sleepiness, nausea, abdominal discomfort.  I think I have developed a mild physical or mental dependence due to the length of time that I've been on the medicine. First and foremost I take the medicine as directed and I do not wait until my pain level is at a 10 before I act otherwise it's effects are limited.  Norco has been very helpful in giving me my like back!"


"I have been using Cymbalta for almost a year now and I am finally who I always used to be. I am able to handle daily situations without unnecessary anger or feelings of hopelessness. My world appears in focus and I have normal reactions to situations, I don't over react to simple things. I wish I had not spent so many years without treatment for my depression; they feel like the lost years of my life. Thank you Cymbalta!"


"This medicine helped me with my depression a great deal but I had to stop taking it because of the side effects.  I  developed Akathisia, inability to sit still.  I couldn't even sit through dinner.  I had to constantly be moving. I am now trying Seroquel XR but have developed a twitch in my arms and legs."


"Received 3 shots in April.  Very little relief.  Now it's Aug -and I've been in agony since July, so didn't work for me.  I'm amazed at the comments about playing tennis, hiking, etc. It's all I can do to walk 3 steps."


"Had first injection two days ago. Have had mild flu like symptoms took ibuprofen and so far it has helped. Weird pains here and there but they come and go and are tolerable."


"I stopped taking this medication 6 years ago because I built up a tolerance to it. But, it seriously was the best thing to ever happen to me. I've always had untreated ADHD and when I finally received treatment, I flourished. Now, after 6 years I am giving it a try again. So far it's working great. The two things I don't like about Adderall is that I talk WAY too much, share WAY too much information. In fact, I call up family members and talk to them to death.I had to write myself a note and tape it to the phone to not call or text anyone! And the second thing is the comedown, by the time the medication wears off, I am drained!"


"Smoked 25 a day for 28 years and lost count of the number of times I've tried to quit and failed. Now I've been smoke free for 9 months (feel GREAT)! Life on Champix was VERY Tough. Started off with the usual half tablet and things were fine but within a couple of days of being on the full dose the suffering began.  Bloated, constipated, angry, vivid, nasty dreams, no sleep, lethargic and so so emotional I burst into tears over nothing.  In the end I cut back to half the usual full dose and eventually stopped taking Champix altogether after 6 weeks.  Took some time after this for the symptoms listed above to disappear completely but eventually they did. "


"I found out in 2010 I was infected with HIV after my partner also tested tested positive. Whilst he went the route of a government program, I went to a private doctor and used my insurance from work (government plan). I was given Atripla. The first weeks were horrible. I experienced severe shortness of breath and could barely sleep. I had to sleep (at least try) sideways with the AC directly to my face. The dizziness was crazy, as if I had drank alcohol all night. My face would get red and I would feel hot. Regarding the strange dreams, well, I always had vivid dreams and nightmares all of my life, so it wasn't new. Other than that, I'm still using Atripla daily at bedtime and became undetectable within 6 months from stating."


"I experienced bloating, depression, acne. No breast tenderness and no weight change. I had very little breakthrough bleeding and 2 day "periods". I didn't have mood swings although I was freakishly mellowed out. I quickly fell into a deep depression complete with suicidal thoughts, and I have never had either or these before. My acne was intense, especially on my back. I also had a strange sensation of having out of body experiences (for lack of better description). I was "there" but I felt like my mind wasn't, but I know and understand this is a rare side effect."


"Before I started taking this medicine, my moods were up and down, anger, anxiety, not sleeping at night, back pain, fear of leaving the house, etc. This medicine has changed my life completely. I don't feel like the same person. I never enjoyed living the way that I do now. I'm up early in the mornings, doing things and being productive, which is so different from what I used to. Thanks to this medicine, I'm actually living. I've tried so many things and nothing else works. Miracle by far. No anxiety, no sleep problems, energy, and relationships are improving so well."


Neutropenia Associated with Chemotherapy

"I am not sure if Neulasta is working yet. I have only had once so far. Pain on day 2 and 3 were terrible. My jaw even hurt. I did take Tylenol and Aleve but pain was untouchable. I will not take again unless my MD gives me something stronger for the pain."


"STAY AWAY FROM THIS PILL. I was on orthotricylcin lo. I liked it a lot because I had zero acne. The only problem was that my periods lasted over a week & could be painful. I changed gynocologist when I moved to college. She put me on Lo Loestrin Fe & it was the worst year of my entire life. My face look worse than it did in 7th grade. I have ZERO sex drive. I already have anxiety & this pill made it a million times worse & I about drove everyone as well as myself crazy with my mood swings & attitude. Wanna know the worst part? I had two periods a month. One on the week my actual period was supposed to start & one on be second week in the pack. I put up with that for an entire year thinking it would "regulate." It didn't. BEWARE"


"I had Liletta inserted around September 20th of this year and have enjoyed it a fair amount. Despite being a petite person with a tilted pelvis, insertion wasn't awful, but was not pleasant by any means. Took about 10 minutes -including set up- and I was on my way! I recommend bringing a painkiller beforehand to take at least 30 minutes before and don't pee before because they may ask you for a urine sample before insertion to prevent any infection from being spread beyond your cervix. I also had friend drive me to and from because my legs ached afterwards, but was fine in two days.
I've spotted for about a month now (annoying), but this is far better than forgetting my pill (SO agrees, lol). I'll probably update again in a couple of months"


"I have been on Lantus almost since came out, I use 50 units at bedtime and also I use Novolin 70/30 at 25 units at bedtime and 40 units in the morning."


"I was first prescribed these tablets last year but didn't make a proper go of it, I had post natal depression and a baby who never slept, so healthy eating and exercise felt impossible. I'm now heavier than before I was pregnant (I weigh 20 st ) and feel strong enough to make a proper attempt to shift the weight. I am eating 1600 cals per day and walking uphill for 45 mins a day. The side effects are awful (never ever assume its just a fart!!) but I'd rather the fat was in the loo than adding pounds to my body - sorry to be so explicit . I've been doing this for 2 weeks now and starting to feel the difference. I have a phobia of scales so going to wait til my monthly doctor appointment to see the weight coming off. I'll update again."


"This cleared up my BV well, however, I was experiencing some strange side effects. I'm having symptoms similar to a sinus infection-- pressure and pain in my temples, pain behind my eye, my eye was swollen as well as a runny nose. I've stopped taking the medication so I hope these symptoms pass.

The same thing happens the last time I took this medication too."


"Had been taking Zoloft 50mg about a year, then when my life stress increased, it wasn't helping me cope well. Im also taking Generic Adderal 10mg 2x daily which helps more with mood, focus, and anxiety. Since generic effexor is working so well for my daughter, I had asked my Psychiatrist if I could try it. From day one it seemed like a miracle and for about half a year I felt pretty normal. Doc thought 75mg dose was too low, but once I went up in dose. I started the downward spiral of side effects. On day 3 now, taking zoloft 50mg again, per the doc, but feel horrible, physically and ever so crazy now and then. I'm older female and sure don't need this. Wouldn't suggest this med to anyone over 30 because it's so nasty to change from."


"Took it for 10 days for a bacterial infection on my thumb. I had to fart a lot, but no other reactions. "


"Heavy heavy periods were brought on with this iud. It did the job as far as keeping me from getting pregnant, but wow the periods have been heavy (go through a super tampon in less than an hour!).

Finally getting mine out today. Actually got on birth control pills to make the periods lighter while having the iud and I have never had very heavy periods prior to this."


"As a long time chronic pain sufferer who has tried every preventative drug possible. This medication, whether in the form mentioned here or without the tylenol gives by far THE best, and most all purpose relief - with no side effects at all. It's a pity the press has made many doctors reluctant to utilize this medicine which gave me my life back relieving the most physical pain, and having a good, and not at all depressing effect on brain. I am not speaking of a "high" just the reverse of the exacerbation of depression one often feels when medicines do not work, and have the effect of worsening depression."


"I started on 5mg and after a couple weeks didn't notice any changes and went to 10mg. Been on the 10mg for over a month now. I feel more calm and "easy going" now. I use to have panic attacks and anxiety and those are gone.

For those experiencing nausea: I also have a lot of nausea soon after taking the pill, but I now take it right as I go to bed and I am not bothered by it at all.

Mild headaches sporadically.

Great alternative to what is on the market right now, especially for those with anxiety that don't want the sedation."


"Amazing, it completely got rid of the odor and discharge. The pill is the worst tasting pill I'll ever had in my life but it works. I have two more days of taking it but I already notice a difference."


"STAY AWAY FROM THIS PILL.
This is my second month with this pill and let me tell you how horrible my experience has been. Sudden weight gain, like literally 15 lbs more during this past two months. Lately I've been very depressed, I've had two panic attacks, pain on my left arm and short of breath. I thought I was having heart problems and rushed to the ER and my heart is fine. This is all the pill, this pill is driving me crazy. I've never felt like this in my life. So many mood swings. I'm stopping these pills starting now. The only good thing is that your period is lighter and you get zero cramps. THATS IT."


"Worked better than anything else."


"Works good for migraines, but I experienced hair loss."


"Worked really well at the beginning."


"When I feel a cold sore coming on (tingle) I rub it on and it stops the outbreak. Only thing is it tastes horrible; sometimes it's hard not to rub your lips around the mouth without getting some in."


"I've been on Enbrel for 2 years and went from being bed bound and using a walker to playing on my company's soft ball team. It has motivated me to live and has allowed me to consider having children now. My husband and I are really excited Enbrel has worked well. The only problem is that I continue to get oral ulcers and bruise easily. I am now having cold symptoms. "


"I've been dieting with out any help of weight loss meds for a month, and I'm down 7lbs. 197-190lbs Decided I needed help, so I'm trying Belviq for the first time.  The 1st pill have me feeling a little funny/high...lol.  Will continue taking it if no other really bad side effects start. My goal weight is 160lbs"


"I haven't slept this good in years.  Trazodone worked better than other medicine I've used and I wasn't a Zombie in the morning. The only thing I don't like is the minor nausea. It went away in about 10 minutes. Taking Trazodone with food prevents the nausea."


"I have a 16yr old son who was put on Vyvanse for his ADHD 3yrs ago. It worked good for awhile made better grades in school. He had less impulsivity and was able to focus more. He had decreased appetite and needed to be put on another medicine to help him sleep. In the past year his grades went down. He was already on the highest dose of 70mg. He was becoming aggressive and very hateful. I found out that he was smoking weed and drinking. He told me he felt so jittery from his Vyvanse that was the only way he could relax. I put my son in a rehab and they switched him to Strattera and he is doing a lot better."


"I have only one con which is my oily skin. Other than that my scalp hair is growing super fast, I haven't have a cycle in 2 years ( thats how long I've been on it ) my skin is super clear, no cramps. I really have no symptoms of anything. No complaints."


"Buspar has worked great on my mild to moderate anxiety. I take it in combination with Ativan (as needed), but generally find I do not need the Ativan more than a couple times a month. Buspar has worked very well for me and has the great advantage of not being habit forming, so I feel safe taking it on the long term.

That being said, it takes about 3 weeks to kick in fully. It also makes me dizzy if I take it differently than normal (with food as opposed to without, vice versa). It would also not be a good choice for someone with moderate to severe anxiety, as it is not a very strong drug. I take it in combination with a good diet and exercise, but doubt it would work as well without them."


"I started taking 25mg and now on 150mg nightly with the option of going up to 300mg if needed. Although I have not been on it long enough to make comment on weight gain it has been fantastic for my mind and mood. I get a good nights sleep and although I can still be a bit groggy in the morning this passes during the day. Best tablet for me in a long time."


"First day on Q.  So far seems effective at controlling the insatiable urge I get to eat ...hopefully this keeps up. Turning 30 in 5 months and don't want to be morbidly obese anymore."


"The cocktail didn't do a thing. First Benadryl then Reglan. No help and it wasted precious hours that I was in pain. I've had migraines for 26 years and know what helps. I was in the ER for ~ 6 hours. Only when given Fentanyl did the pain level 27 go down to a ~4. I told them demerol and phernagan knocks it out, but the ER doctor didn't listen.  (Why did you ask me then?) I was left  with a dull headache for 1.5 days."


"Started on 30 mg…took at night and couldn't sleep at all.  Took in a.m. and it really reduced pain and cognitive issues!  But I was so nauseated, headache, sweating, just sick.  Doctor said take every other day…that worked pretty well, so after a few weeks, I started back with one a day.  After 7 days, I was deathly ill again, so I went back to every other day.  The day off the med was great..no pain, feeling good.  The day on the med was awful…sick, headache, sweats.  Worse than before!  So I got switched to 20 mg…it is only slightly less poisonous.  It's been about 2.5 months…I am going to get off it.  There is no way this is better."


"Monday morning I went to my doctor and she diagnosed me with Sinusitis, and prescribed me with Augmentin. I took my first dose at around 11 am, 4 hours later I was feeling terribly nauseous with awful cramps. Though the medication had helped subside the pain in my head, there was a newfound pain in stomach. I stopped taking the medication on Wednesday because the stomach pains were unbearable. In my experience, this medication helped get rid of my sinus infection but now I am suffering through daily nausea and cramps and I have been off the antibiotics for 2 days."


"I consider this pill magic! I smoked for 23 years and wanted to quit. I heard about Chantix and many people said it makes you go crazy with wild dreams, nausea, etc. I tried it anyway and have been smoke free since March 21. I highly recommend this pill and I actually like the dreams I'm having. I think this is the best medicine invented next to antibiotics."


"I had it inserted in April and it was very uncomfortable. Im 37 with 2 children and i still found it to be uncomfortable. The doctor had to reinsert it because I let out a heavy breath and it slid out. My last period was in April. I havent had a period since. The only issue I have had is being very sensitive and emotional. But I want to have sex ALL the time which my husband loves."


"Worked great for motion sickness on our cruise, but day 1 of using it I felt very confused and drugged.  Experienced extreme dry mouth, and now 5 days after discontinuing the patch I still feel some measure of dry mouth, although not as extreme as when using the patch.  I still feel some measure of disorientation as well, but that seems to be getting better each day.  My stomach seems to be not quite normal as well.  Probably will explore other methods of motion sickness prevention in the future.  Side effects were just too strong for me."


"Dexedrine is okay! When I first took it I was excited and hoped to feel something. I was instantly in a good mood, more focused, and patient. However the come down off this drug is horrible. The depression and sadness start to come back and it's just discouraging that only a medication can band-aid those emotions. I have have felt overstimulated as well. I had a gastric bypass four years ago so my doc said no

XR but he put me on four 10mg a day which I feel is too much. I become agitated, irritable, paranoid, panicky, crying, etc. I decreased it to two a day. I feel that this might be too strong of a stimulant for me. I want to try Adderall since it's cheaper on my insurance and it has less dex. We'll see what he says at my next visit."


"I've been on this medication with Doxycycline just now hitting the 4 week mark. It's sad reading all of these reviews with most people saying they have cleared up within two weeks or so. I'm starting to lose a bit of hope seeing as I get at least one to two new pimples a day (averaging out) which is about my usual amount. Even if that doesn't sound like a lot I have cystic acne so it adds up quite quickly! ): I will however say I found this to be super mild compared to Dans acne.org BP which kept me clear for a year and then the acne came back. Epiduo has made my skin texture super soft and nice! It's very smooth feeling which is wonderful, but so far it's not keeping my skin clear or changing the nature of my breakout type/size."


"My teenage daughter (17 yrs) got the shot 3 weeks ago and it has been devastating. Has caused her personality changes, she is dangerously impulsive, gets angry in a few seconds which has never been like her. She eats constantly as she says she is always hungry. It has caused her to have horrible judgement and because of the shot she has had to go into therapy to teach her coping skills.  I would never recommend it to anyone."


"Have been taking Remeron for a few weeks now. Sleeping a lot better but isn't really doing much for anxiety. Sort of making it a little worse. First time I have ever taken it so maybe it will take a little longer but so far so good."


"I hate this drug. It will not allow me to sleep. Dries out my eyes, nose. I can't cry. Makes me a zombie."


"I was on nuvaring for 2 years. I recently had to stop taking it because my insurance no longer covers it but if I could choose, I would have nuvaring forever. It was easy to remember and long term enough to forget about it. I honestly had no side effects and I believe everyone reacts differently. You are able to take the ring out during sex (I hate the feeling of it being inside during) but cannot leave it out or more than three hours. I have never been pregnant. I had zero weight gain and I my sex drive was normal. I think we should all remember that all birth controls have potential to have side effects and may not work for everyone. No one really goes online to write a good review either so it can be scary to read so many terrible things"


"I was on this for a year before having to switch due to switching insurance and the out of pocket cost. When I first started this medication I did have pretty serious nausea that cleared up within two weeks after my body was able to adjust from the switch. After that I never noticed any other side effects. I did take this in combination with Topamax so weight gain was not an issue for me like others mentioned. I also took this in a continuous method in order to prevent mood swings and this worked extremely well for me. So that being said, I cannot attest to how it affected my periods other than I did not have any spotting, etc. It worked extremely well for me and I did not experience any depression or any other negative side effects"


"Five years on Atripla.   Though was very beneficial to my health, the side effects were a serious problem.  They say "your body will get used to it and eventually the side effects will go away."  But for me, side effects never subsided.  Been on Odefsey now for 1 year.  Best medicine for me.  Zero side effects, and I mean NONE.  My numbers have been perfect throughout the Atripla experience and continue to be maintained with Odefsey."


"I lost 10 pounds. I also almost went blind so after a month I quit and my vision returned. I quick cold turkey and had sleep paralysis with hallucinations. It was scary as heck. I was awake paralyzed, couldn't talk could not move. My hallucinations were I was in my room and something picked me up and threw me. Then something touched my back. A evil rabbit whispered in my ear. Then I woke up back on the other side of the room. This drug made me stupid as heck. I couldn't spell, talk or remember anything. My sleep paralysis scared me for life and I still think of the realistic dreams I had for 6 days. Don't take this medicine. It is terrible."


"This medicine clears up bronchitis quickly and I give it two thumbs up."


"It took 3 weeks after I saw the improvements of my feet. I've been suffering from this every time my feet gets wet especially on rainy days but after I have Lamisil, tinea pedis doesn't exist anymore!. Thank you Lamisil!"


"I was diagnosed with indeterminate UC in February 2017. Since then I am taking Asacol 800mg 3 tablets a day. I am not sure, but I think that the flaking rashes on my face are due to the this medicine's side effect. And they hardly ever to disappear. And when they do, I have them back after a few days. I was prescribed different products, none of them worked. Never had this issue before, only after I have started taking Asacol."


"Treated infection sufficiently, but with weird side effects.  Euphoria on some occasions; soul-crushing depression on others.  No nausea or other common side effects.  (Cipro ALWAYS causes severe depression for me, so this was better)."


"3rd month review, the first 60 plus days was very long with the spotting.. My periods was a little longer lasting about 7 to 8 days they were normally but lighter then I usually experience. On about that 54th day of spotting it just stopped. No spotting, no bleeding, I still kept on a liner because I was not sure if I should trust what was going on. Right around the 80th day I started feeling tender breast, light cramping, and having to get up more in the middle of the night to go take pee…. Wired.  On or about the 90th day I saw spotting again in time for my normal cycle to begin, it was just that spotting, nothing else, I could only see it when I wiped and I only needed to wear a liner This lasted for 3 days. I'm sure the spotting has stopped"


"Wow this is like a miracle for me. More free space in my head than ever before, easy to think straight, increased motivation to look after myself, no paranoia. Overall I have found this fantastic. Was on Seroquel and have lost a few kgs already since swapping to Invega! Yay."


"My husband was diagnosed with right renal cell cancer May 2014. A brain tumor was found on an MRI that same month, along with small spots on lungs. Gamma Knife procedure done May 2014. Right Nephrectomy June 2014. Brain tumor removed September 2014.  He didn't start Votrient 800 mg until December 2015 due to a small spot they found on the left kidney during a routine CT scan.  Since taking the medication, his hair has turned from red to white.  Other side effects include high blood pressure, nausea, diarrhea and being tired.  He was on blood pressure medication prior to taking Votrient. Now he is on three blood pressure meds and now the blood pressures are within a normal range.  Spots may or may not be cancer. So far, tolerating med well."


"I have been on Tikosyn for 6 months. The first 4 months were difficult as there were lots of skips and bumps in between episodes of 1-2 per week. Though the times in arrhythmia were getting much shorter. I still feel as though my condition is improving overall as there are not as many symptoms as before I was taking it. Hope it just keeps getting better."


"Took first dose of Ultram and started have severe nausea.  Recovered after 36 hours.  Unsure  that it caused the nausea since I had a flu shot that day, I tried it again two weeks later and again experienced severe nausea which ended again after about 36 hours. "


"So far, Elavil is the only thing that seems to help on a daily basis with my cyclic vomiting syndrome. A drug I have used to abort an episode is Maxalt, which I think it is the same class of as Imitrex."


"I have tried many different prescriptions over the years to treat ADD, with various degrees of success. On other medications, I felt as though my thought patterns were altered or constrained. While on Strattera, its great to not even notice it's influence other than that I now feel as though I am better equipped to organize my thoughts. Every medication will have side effects but I think the benefits of taking a non-stimulant medication are worth it."


"My 9 year old son got influenza A in spite of receiving his annual flu shot. His temp was up to 104 when we took him in - very scary. He took the Tamiflu right before bed and woke up with a reduced fever! It doesn't work like an antibiotic where he started getting better fast but I definately feel like it is helping. I was a little nervous because no one in our family has ever used it before but I'm grateful we did. He took with a few crackers and his stomach was fine with it."


"I am a 29 year old Mother of two beautiful boys. I am pretty sure I am not wanting to have any more children. Five years ago I decided to do the Mirena, the insertion process was a little painful, very little spotting the first couple of weeks, then no periods at all. I love the Mirena, I have had no more acne then I had before the Mirena, gained no weight, and only on occasion have slight bloating and cramps. Just yesterday since my Five years were up in May, I had my second Mirena put in. I love this product, I have had no problems with it, and I do recommend it to friends and family. It is nice to have peace of mind and not worry about remembering to take a pill. There is no other form of contraception I would use again."


"I had the shot March 20th 2016. I had 2 weeks before the bleeding started. At first it was spotting, but every day. Then it was heavier bleeding. Then it got so heavy I was changing an ultra tampon every 45m to 2h, even at night. I was at my doctors exhausted from lack of sleep, crying, anemic, with hormonal acne, horrible back pain from constant period pain, and terrible mood swings.  I only had the 1 shot. I refused any more. It's currently August and I am still bleeding. There is no sign of it ending!!!

I would not have this shot again, even if they paid me!!!"


"Was on this for about 6 years. Was dieting and exercising and lost about 57 lbs. My pulse rate dropped to about 48-60, had all kinds of heart tests, scary, did not find any issues for the heart thankfully but the atenolol was taking my pulse down too low. Switched to Lisinopril just today, pulse is already in the normal range."


"I had been suffering from THE WORST hay fever for 3 months. I'd been to 5 different doctors and have been on umpteen different meds. Finally, the last doctor suggested I try Allegra. Within the first few hours I was feeling wonderful! Allegra is a fast acting, powerful medicine! So thankful for a doctor who knew his stuff! This will definitely be bought every allergy season!"


"My first day of being prescribed with the medicine I thought everything will be ok. I took my first pill at 6 p.m at night when I finally got home from work, everything seemed fine. However, at 4:30 a.m I started getting serious abdominal pain and couldn't go to sleep. I started throwing up and had diarrhea, my body was so weak that I started crawling on the floor. This have to be the worst pain ever and I refuse to take it again!"


"In 2007 I started with Loestrin 24, it worked for about almost two years in controlling the endometriosis pain. Then suddenly the pain came back very strong and I ultimately needed surgical Laporoscopy. I spotted the entire time on Loestrin. Currently looking for another drug to prevent the endometriosis from coming back."


"I am 89 years old today. My doctor and I have been working deligently for at least two years to find the right  combination to lower my high blood press. I experienced the worst side effects of each.  Several months ago he combined Bystolic, Benica, Spironilactone and Norvasc. My blood pressure is holding a very comfortable 130/135 over 60/66.  Side effects seem to be I require 8 to 10 hours sleep at night. That I am not used to. I am clearing up a rash,which I believe is from Toprol.  Other than that I believe I am being plagued with that A.G.E. disease; can't avoid that one."


"The simplicty of use and rapidity of action make my life on the road so much simpler. I have a job that forces me to be on the road and eating out a lot. This stuff is amazing. Less swings if my new Dexcom is to be trusted. I might daily or twice a day basal another go and see if I could loss the pump. From my early tests precise dosing less critical."


"I have been on Linzess for over a year now. I suffered for years with bloating, constipation, hard tummy and fever to the touch, lethargic, unable to get up some days. After many doctors appointments and an emergency room visit where they thought I had everything from gall stones to appendicitis-I was referred to a gastrointestinal doctor. He wanted to do what doctors before did. More fiber, stool softener, even anti-depressant drugs to see if that relaxed the intestines. He diagnosed me with IBS-C. Which taking supplemental fiber or eating fibrous foods inflames even more. I did the research myself and argued with him I wouldn't do what I'd done for years & demanded I get Linzess. I am 100% normal & cured. Take the pill! It works."


"I started taking this pill at 17 because I had cramps that would literally make me immobile - to the point of missing school. This was my first experience with birth control. My periods became very light - sometimes missing a month or two, it helped my skin as well. I didn't notice any more mood swings than a normal teen would. The only persistent issue that really annoyed me was nausea for the first two days of every new pack. I took it for about 8 years before I decided to see what other methods were available. I tried Nuva Ring - not awful, but not for me. I'm currently looking into something more permanent like an IUD or Implant. Those reviews are terrifying as well. There won't be one method that works well for everyone."


"Xanax is a great medicine when taken moderately and carefully. I take 2 to 4 mg every once in a while to relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and boredom.  Although alprazolam is incredibly effective I must warn that it is also extremely dangerous when taking too much or, if taken for a long period. Secondly, it works great for panic attacks but don't forget that if you stop taking the medication your stress and anxiety will return with a brutal vengeance. "


"I was on the pill before Nuva Ring and the pill made me moody and cry a lot. I'm definitely not one to be emotional. So I tried Nuva Ring now 8 months later I still love it. I really like that I can put it in and forget it for a month. I can skip periods if I want. Although I've found I can 2 months without a period but then I have to do the period thing so I don't get breakthrough bleeding. I'm also very much in control if I decided one day I didn't want it anymore I'd just take it out. I haven't had any weight gain. When I do get my period it's short and light. The only con I had was I lost sex drive for about 5 months.  It's returned though so I'm happy. Everyone is different but I'd highly suggest giving Nuva Ring a try!"


"Nizatidine is by far the best histamine-2 blocker but very expensive."


"I was very scared of starting Prozac because of the reviews I read. I also had tried lexapro and had major panic attacks that made me go off of it.
I have been on Prozac for 4 weeks and am just starting to feel the benefits. I feel I can think more clearly and am not living life in constant stress or fear. I wish I started in sooner. I feel so much better almost like "wow this is what life for non stresses people is like"
Side effects I experienced: 2 days out of month felt more anxious then normal and have had a little nausea but hardly any. It's been great."


"I'm a 20 year old college student and have been taking Vyvanse for about 6 months now.  Honestly, I love this medication, as it has helped me in almost every aspect of life.  My grades as well as my confidence in social situations are better than ever.  The only slightly annoying side effect that hasn't gone away is that I find my mouth sometimes getting extremely dry.  Sometimes I'll notice that my breath smells funny as a result, and I find myself going through a lot of gum and breath mints, and even brushing my teeth randomly throughout the day. Overall though, Vyvanse has been a miracle for me."


"Best thing I ever took, tried everything and this worked . Dont be put off by negativity on the web,Its a wonder pill and you end up with clear skin"


"Great for severe muscle pain and spasms."


"I got the shot in June due for another one in September . I am debating on whether to get it again or for the main simple fact I have irregular periods its looks its going to start but never does . So just a warning a lot of these reviews are true personal experiences. And I don't think I want it again"


"In a nutshell I had my thyroid removed ten years ago. I had a lot of horrible symptoms that I can only describe myself as feeling like a 100 year severely arthritic woman. My lab results seemed to always came out within range no matter what dosage I was on. I even called the synthroid company to discuss the various doses and learned the only difference between the doses I was trying besides the amount of thyroid hormone as the food coloring. In a quick internet search I learned my symptoms might be related to the food dyes. My endo rewrote my prescription using no dye tablets. With one week I had no pain.  I take two 50mcg daily and on Monday and Thursday I add a  half tablet. Life is good!"


"I was suffering from anxiety and stress primarily but also from depression. I have been taking fluoxetine for about 5 weeks.  The biggest thing for me has been some pretty heavy side effects in the first two weeks.

The side effects were headaches, nausea, insomnia and less so, some agitation. I started on a 20mg daily dose for nearly two weeks, but when I complained about the side effects, my doctor cut the side to 10 mg per day.  I took 10 mg for two weeks after that and was then able to go back up to the 20 mg dose.

The side effects have subsided to a very minor level.  I have also noticed a decrease in my anxiety and stress levels, I started noticing an improvement in symptoms after 3 weeks."


"I have been taking tramadol for four years, it works for me! Sometimes I want to get off tramadol, not because it doesn't work, but because I don't want to have a medicine at all. On the other hand I came to the conclusion I need to support my family; and tramadol does not upset my stomach, I was diagnosed with sciatica, a tear and tendonitis, very painful. Tramadol doesn't take away completely my pain, but I can work without side effects for me. I was on Mobic, it is good, but unfortunately it affects my stomach, it makes me constipated.
So I am going to stay with one medication until there is a better one, so far tramadol is the winner for me!"