"I started taking Wellbutrin six years ago. I'm still taking it.  It just works, I don't really know how to explain the way I feel except much calmer, less agitated, less sad. I thought I didn't need it any longer because I felt so good for many years and tried going off of it but after about 3-4 weeks, I felt just as I had prior to ever taking it. So, I never have any plans of going off it."


"Took the medication for a while. Worked well for depression and overall well being, but I did notice it killed my ability to get a solid erection and sex drive was reduced. This trickled into performance anxiety. Trying to figure out how to overcome that now has made things worse for me."


"Was prescribed this medicine for morning sickness which lasted the entire first trimester of my pregnancy.  Worked great, I was able to function and without feeling dopey or drowsy. The only drawbacks were the terrible headaches and expense of the drug, with insurance it was $50. The headaches were a welcome trade-off to feeling like death for 90 days."


"YOW!
This drug has started causing (after 2 months)  shoulder pain, becoming a 10, very intense.  I stopped using it and two months later it has wrecked my shoulder muscle, feels like a war with muscle and nerves, most horrible pain I ever endured.  Every morning is like Ground Hog Day, the same, the same, the same.  It has now moved to my wrists and into my hands...swelling and intense pain, INTENSE.  My shoulder pain would make putting on a tee shirt next to impossible.  Dressing has been a long and painful experience, daily.  I pray for this to stop someday, it has made my life horrible.  I am 70 and WAS in good shape before this.  Now I would consider death relaxing."


"Been on Stelara for almost 1 years with no real success."


"Within few days of taking the pill my acne cleared up.  On the other hand I have gained 4 pounds out of nowhere.  Feel bloated, nauseated.  Is a shame that side effects are so undesirable since it does work for my acne."


"I lost weight and feel a lot less variable emotionally"


"This is the only stuff that works. It saves me every time."


"I have been taking 160mg/25  for 5 years & have had no problems. No side affects at all. Had to change as insurance company will not pay for it $126.00 month."


"2008 had meningitis since then I have got narcolepsy and ephedrine helps me a lot with the insomnia and concentration during the day to keep me alert."


"This is my second time I have been on this medication. I was on it about 5 years ago for severe asthma and had to stop because of cost and insurance not covering it. I went from a 42% lung capacity to 65% in just about 6 months I felt great and over about 3 years I started to decline again. I started back thanks to better insurance and the co-pay assistance and feel a lot better. My lung capacity still is not great but I have gone from using my rescue inhaler several times a day to using it only about once every few weeks. So far I have been lucky enough to not have any side effects. I highly recommend it but be sure you get the co-pay assistance in place before starting it."


"this med is awful for me. I am more out of control than I was on lantus. terrible headaches in the afternoon and evening. my hypo awareness is worse. if it wasn't for my cgm I would probably be in hospital or dead. I think new meds are a great thing, but when your insurance renews in oct - nov people can no longer afford it due to copays ,so they have to change back to a more affordable med and start all over again it's a terrible way to live."


"To be honest I started taking Zoloft due to  my sex drive; my husband said that my sex drive was too strong for him. I always wanted it and he did not which made me feel rejected.I noticed that my OCD was under control and I am not feeling jumpy or angry at little things. Far as my sex drive, that is gone (smh) Though it was something that I wanted he is regretting this. I guess now he realized that he should have given in instead of holding back."


"I was referred to a psychiatrist after having mood swings that caused me too have suicidal thoughts. Having a drinking problem for several years did not help it.  I would have one maybe two bottles of wine every day of the week and not even have an hangover in the morning. I have tried acupuncture to help me stop drinking that did not work.  Taking Antabuse was my last resort because I knew deep down if I went to the AA for help I would try to cut back but would soon slip back to my bad habits.  I have been taking Antabuse for two weeks and have found that I don't even want a drink, my life seems much brighter now and full of hope. There is light at the end of the tunnel and it gets brighter every day."


"Over the years, I have tried a lot of different antidepressants. Some have been absolutely terrible for me and others have been alright, but Cymbalta has been life changing. I was initially very worried about taking Cymbalta after all of the horror stories, but it has worked wonders for me. It really is an amazing drug!"


"I was on Safyral for 4 month. I had a break-through bleeding the first month, then it stopped (Which was very fast for me! It was great). However, my acne increased and I was tired all the time. Also, I had terribly sore breasts and white vaginal discharge every last week of active pills. My periods became much lighter with less cramps. When I stopped taking the pill, my acne was 90% gone the next day! I couldn't believe it! My face looked cleaner than before I started this pill. I was off the pill for a month, and my acne still is very small (Which is good, because I used to have bad breakouts). Couple of days ago started taking LoEstrin 24, will see what it does."


"I have been taking Effexor XR for about 8 years after suffering a serious mental breakdown. This medicine has given me back my life.  Having said that the UK government have recently told all doctors to prescribe the generic version. THERE IS A HUGE DIFFERENCE, I began suffering terrible headaches, and anxiety again. After speaking to my Consultant Psychiatrist I am now back on Effexor with all the nasty symptoms gone. There really is no substitute for the real thing."


"I have SEVERE chronic insomnia. I alternate between Ambien, Belsomra and Trazodone - so as not to build a tolerance to any one of them. After nearly two years of following this protocol, it turns out that the lesser of these evils is Belsomra. At first it didn't help, but after a few months it started working pretty well. Ambien causes rebound insomnia. Trazodone causes horrific nightmares. Belsomra is gentle and increasingly effective.

Whatever you do, don't take Benzodiazepines. It's easy to become tolerant and then form a physical dependence. Anxiety and insomnia WORSEN. Withdrawal is a living hell. I speak from experience."


"Fioricet is the only medication that will quickly and effectively get rid of my migraine/tension headaches. I've tried multiple other medications, treatments without relief. Without them I'm totally incapacitated, in bed, no lights, nausea and frequent emergency room visits. So far without signs of dependence, withdrawals or addiction. However I despise the looks or comments at certain pharmacies like you're an addict! Obviously these people have never experienced severe headaches."


"Started taking this on Monday and my insurance has covered this only $10 copayment and the needles were $30 I've already lost about 2 lbs in 4 days nausea is definitely the biggest side effect for me and recently started getting heart burn but it's worth it.  My appetite has gone down a lot I'm forcing myself to eat small portions through out the day will check back in in a couple weeks"


"First off: Please, please, please have your estrogen and progesterone levels checked before starting nexplanon. It will save you so much time and trouble. If you have low levels of progesterone (like me) this will work miracles for you. However, if you already have high levels of progesterone this might make you irritable, give you acne, cause weight gain, etc. (these are symptoms of having high progesterone levels). I've always had migraine with aura so my birth control selection was limited to progesterone only along with non-hormonal options. I haven't had a migraine since starting this, my adult acne has cleared up, my depression has lessened, and I haven't had any spotting or periods! But seriously ladies, get those hormones checked!"


"After taking on too many large life changes and adjustments and dealing with long term and recent grieving  issues, I was prescribed sertraline. Started at 25mgs and went up to 50 mgs. Worked very closely with a couple of psychiatrists. Also started a 7.5 mg dose of mirtazapine before bed to help with sleeping at the same time. Started having very vivid dreams all night long, not bad dreams just very vivid and felt lucid and aware during the dreaming. I slept well but remember too much of my dreams on waking. Sleep time felt too "active" and I found it distracting. One of the psychiatrists claimed it was the mirtazapine but the other one suggested that it was the sertraline (Zoloft) and reduced, then eliminated the sertraline. Right move."


"I was only 90lbs at the age of 47, in 2005. I started taking cyproheptadine syrup in March of 2005. I gained 50lbs, in a months time. In April of 2005 I was weighing 140lbs. I still weigh 140lbs and my husband says I look good. I'll tell anybody who wants to gain weight to get cyproheptadine syrup."


"I take this as an additional medicine for pain control and the deep tissue pain associated with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. The medicine is beneficial in helping the efficacy of the pain medicines taken."


"I havent had a single panic attack since starting this drug which has been a MIRACLE. It was rough to get on it, like having the flu, but so worth it. I had GI side effects for about another two weeks but then those disappeared too. I have no bad side effects now. My default mood has returned to pretty-happy and things I couldn't do because of OCD, I can do now. I think this might be the one! I only gave it a 9 because I've been picking my scalp nonstop since about a month on it, but not sure if its because of effexor or not."


"I have been an alcoholic for years. Decided to quit. I was prescribed Gabapentin 300mg x 3 times a day, with the ability to up the dosage. Gabapentin is metabolized through the Kidneys not the Liver. Yay! It's only been 10 days but I'm drink and craving free!! I get a little anxious at night but otherwise a happy camper so far! Good luck!!"


"Switched from Pentasa which I was throwing up or having it come out in bits in my stool (not absorbed). Salofalk is easier to swallow and has kept me in remission although how much of it is due to the drug and not just avoiding stress which triggers my symptoms I don't know. It is coated better than Pentasa and the oblong shape works better for swallowing as they are not small."


"It hurts bad. I was cursing a storm, but to me it was worth it, no one will know about it and I'll keep me from getting pregnant."


"I've been on cefdinir for a week now, I still have pain,blisters, and all the side effects. I've had strep throat 5 times in the past 6 months, I'm a catcher of it. I've been on amoxicillin before too."


"I had sex for the first time ever, unprotected, on my day of ovulation. He pulled out but I was still anxious because I knew that my sisters and I were all a result of the pull out method... So we got Plan B and I took it probably an hour and a half after sex. I was really worried because I had no immediate side effects and I had "the feeling that I was pregnant." (The only side affect that I ever got was bloody noses for about six days after I took the pill.) After reading the reviews on here  I felt a lot better, but the thought of pregnancy still nagged at me. A week after sex I took two tests, both negative. My period started about five days early. Try not to stress out, this pill actually works"


"My husband has been having hive outbreaks which seem to have gotten progressively more severe over the last 8 months. His doctor has been changing medications trying to find the source. Husband is on blood pressure and statins. Benadryl is not as effective anymore plus taking it every six hours makes him sleep all the time. I am so glad I found this website! Talked with doctor about trying one of these antihistamine treatments and she agreed. It has worked! No more hives! Fantastic! He has a life again. Who knew that a 10mg pill could make such a difference."


"I had my Implanon put in August of 2008 and since then I've been having as many as 3 periods a month with a few days to a week break in between.  I haven't had it removed sooner because I was uninsured and it would've cost more to have it taken out.  I've enjoyed the worry free birth control, it did it's job I'm not complaining about that.  I just can't stand all these periods anymore.  I'm switching to Seasonique or Depo. Take a break from bleeding for a while."


"I have tried pretty much all antidepressants under the sun and having been taking antidepressants since I was 15 years old. Prozac worked for me for about 2 years then after going up to the highest dosage, it lost its effect. All other antidepressants I have taken have had multiple negative side effects. Pristiq is the only antidepressant I have taken that has had NO negative side effects and doesn't interact with any of my other medications. Pristiq has literally been a lifesaver for me."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for about 2 years. I was prescribed it as a test for migraines. I have not had a migraine in the last 2 years. Thank so much for giving me my life back."


"The insertion experience was probably the most painful thing I have ever had to go through, and I'm not going to lie about it.  I'm an 18 year old who has never had a child, been pregnant or any of the above so my cervix has never been messed with until this moment, which made the procedure ever worse.  But, now that it's been about 6 months I can say it was completely worth the experience."


"I've been on Atripla for a year and a half for HIV and HBV co-infection. My viral load is undetectable and it has also been very effective in treating the HBV as well. The side effect I experience is dizziness which my doctor was able to correct with a low dose Restoril (7.5mg) which completely eliminated the side effects. I take both at bedtime and do not suffer the insomnia common with Atripla."


"I am a 40 year old, who has never given birth and I had the Mirena placed 3 months ago, to try to alleviate very heavy menstrual bleeding.  The insertion was quite painful, but only lasted a few hours.  I did bleed for about a week afterwards.  I've had my period every month since, but I do not need to use tampons.  Am hoping that within the next 2-3 months, it will get even lighter.  I still have some cramping, but nothing compared to before the insertion.  I have read lots of comments with bad experiences, but I guess this is not for everyone."


"Today marks 1 month on Belviq and freedom from 24 pounds of fat! I am 5 feet 5 inches tall, 50 year old female and started at 220 lbs. The first 24 pounds came off in the first 3 weeks.  The weight loss seems to have slowed down this past week but I'm OK with that as I figured I could not continue to lose at that rapid pace.  As for side effects, I did have a slight headache for the first two days but nothing Tylenol didn't handle quickly.  The other issue I'm having is a very annoying cough.  I read where that is a side effect for people with diabetes, which I do NOT have.  I am assuming the cough is from the pills but it is possible that I have a cold or allergy."


"I have now used Uroxatral six months.  At first, when taking Uroxatral, I would easily tire and experienced stomach pain much of the day.  Now, it seems my body has adjusted to the medicine and I am not as likely to become tired.  I still have stomach discomfort but not as severe.  One thing I have noticed which concerns me is the fact the Uroxatral seems to wear off easily and the frequency to use the bathroom has not really disappeared.  Overall, the drug seems to work well."


"I have been on this awhile I take it at night so I don't feel tired durning the day"


"Hydrocodone is a great pain medicine. I have discovered that 5/500 was upsetting my stomach. My doctor switched me over to 7.5/325 which made a big diiference in helping control the pain and didn't upset my stomach as the 5/500. I take this medication for problems with my achilles tendon. Thanks doc. Back to work."


"Started at 10mg & pain lessened overnight! After few weeks, stepped up to 20mg, more improvement. In last few days upped to 30mg & I am almost discomfort free. This is after suffering on & off for some years. Plus my recurrent migraines  have stopped. And pain from both knee osteoarthritis & wry neck very improved. So, yes, this medicine worked for me. Side effects were transient & tolerable."


"I took the generic sertraline for the first time tonight, just 50mg and within 2 hours I was throwing up, having dry mouth, diarrhea and shaking uncontrollably. I'm assuming I had an allergic reaction of some sort, I mean, why would 50mgs of Zoloft act so swiftly as far as side effects? Make sure you know your parent's or other close families experiences with medicines before you take them. It's a good indicator of what could happen to you, and at least you'll be prepared. My mom had the same bad reaction but apparently my doctor didn't find it noteworthy. I suppose now she will. So be careful. Make sure you weigh all your options appropriately."


"I have had herpes since 10 years old or so. I didnt know then that there was a medicine for this. I have had outbreaks during whole of my life until I was 26 and googled the medicine for herpes. I doctor prescribed me Valtrex after this and its the best medicine I have ever taken (accept antibiotics). This was life changing for me and the best option. I don't take it daily though. Whenever I feel that an outbreak is coming I take 2x500 mg and the herpes disappears in a few hours. Thanking the chemists that found this this.

Happy new years!"


"I had pretty mild acne in high school but nothing more than a few pimples that I could treat with over the counter medication. I went on birth control and my skin got out of control. I went to college with the absolute worst acne I have ever seen. My face was literally covered and I picked at it all the time. It was a mess. I was prescribed Atralin at night and Acanya in the morning. My skin started clearing up in about a month and within two months it was about 50% better. After about 3-4 months on the product my skin made a complete turn around and my marks are faded. Thank God for this skin care regime. I can finally go outside without make up and I am so much more confident. "


"I have a cat and a dog in the house so my nose runs all year long. I had taken Benedryl daily until the doctor told me to take it twice a day cause my body had gotten too used to it. I then tried Claritin and Allegra, neither worked for me at all. I then switched to Zyrtec and that was pretty great. I still had a runny nose but not as bad. When Xyzal came out I had to try it since I had a crack in my nose for about 6 months from a runny nose. Within 1 week of taking Xyzal the crack had healed and my nose wasn't runny. This is a miracle drug for me. I believe that each body is different and you need to take the drug that works for you. I take this during the day as it wore off when I came home from work to be with my animals."


"My Dr. started me on daily Cialis (5mg.) because of erection problems due to my blood pressure medicine.  It has been a huge help!  In addition, we discovered that it has helped significantly with urine flow and the urge to go.  I now usually get up only once per night.  Recently my Dr. switched my blood pressure medicine from Diovan HCT to Losartan.  Soon after I began having even better erections.  I read that the combination of the two  - Cialis and Losartan - can be a big help to Diabetics.  "


"Horrible. Immediately after the first pill I became nauseated. Nausea stayed for while 2 months. Horrible pains at bottom of my stomach from this pill. Soon as I stopped taking it the nausea went away and the stomach pains. I will not ever use this again. Never ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!"


"I have had stuffy nose for over a month, been on 2 different antibiotics and various antihistamines and decongestants.  After second dose of Mucinex D, I can breath again.  Took first dosage four hours before bedtime, and a hit of Nyquil that night, and I slept great.  I'm sorry that I did not try this a month ago."


"I originally wrote that it was great but only had the implanon for 2 weeks then something happened not sure what but I literally could not sit still anymore. I felt my heart was going to jump out of my chest. I was so depressed, foggy, sad, crying a lot, wanting to choke my husband and kid ( all thoughts but sure freaked me out)...it freaked me out so much that after a month in a half I got it removed. I even looked up on youtube how to remove it myself!!! My doctor did not give me any beef on removing "


"I started taking implanon   after I went off  depo shot . I had no period on depo. After a year on implanon . I got my period back not bad loved it for awhile . the 2nd one was different irregular bleeding. I have a period 2 or 3x a month. worst side affects are the periods not know when  they will come and when they will go away. breast pain and tenderness , painful periods at times. I'M debating what to do next. I don't really want another implant. But, I don't want a baby either . my dr. said to try mirena but, I'm acared to try it. I'm undecided what to do next. Maybe I should just go off of BC and use condoms . IDK"


"At 96 I use it when my wife will let me, if you know what I mean! I my age I will only buy 10 pills at a time. Don't want to leave any behind when I go! Works better before a meal or early in the morning. Have had headaches and loss of vision but I'm on my last lap any how."


"I have had the Mirena for 4 years now. I got it after my second child. It was highly recommended by my midwife and obgyn so I got it inserted 2mths after my c-section. I am happy with not having to really worry about pregnancy or not having periods. Those are definitely pros. The side effects are not so great at all. I didn't realize that mostly everything I have been feeling are likely side effects of the Mirena. Acne, horrible breast tenderness, tired, and mood swings. The mood swings were a surprise, I had been chalking it up to feel overwhelmed and frustrated all the time. Never dawned on me that it could be the Mirena. Over all its very effective."


"4 days in on first 2 weeks.  Using on arms and face. Put vaseline on lips, under eyes and in nostrils to protect from cream.  So far no reaction at all.  I know I have many pre cancer and thought I would light up like a Christmas tree but so far so good.  Maybe it's coming but time will tell."


"I was diagnosed with strep in the ER and they sent me home with azithromycin. I took the first dose before bed and was fine until I woke up with extremely itchy feet. Just thought I had walked in something. Took it again the next day and my feet got worse overnight. Couldn't sleep from the itching. Severe swelling and a rash. It moved to my hands too. Went to the Dr immediately and they said to stop taking the meds. Allergic reaction apparently? It seemed to help my strep though!"


"I first started taking birth control around age 15. When I first took Gianvi, I experienced nausea, headaches, and dizziness. I was on it for about 5 months then I decided to stop. Around the age of 17, I decided to get back on the pill. This time I was prescribed Lo Loestrin Fe. WORST MISTAKE EVER! So I told my doctor to switch me back to Gianvi because I was familiar with it. The second time around I LOVED it! My periods were back to normal, no more mood swings and my appetite was back to normal. And as for the symptoms I just eat before I take the pill and it makes me feel better! I would recommend this to anyone!"


"Has helped tremendously. I am taking 10mg twice a day plus a narcotic. I feel Great as long as I get enough sleep. Virtually no pain due to severe osteoarthritis."


"Helps control awful nausea."


"I had the nexplanon implant put in, in September of 2014, the incertion was painless because they numbed the area first. I had a ton of bruising at the site and the pain and bruising lasted a while. I had one period the week after I got the nexplanon but it was light and lasted maybe 5 days.. Then no period at all. I started noticing weight gain, about 15 pounds and for my height it showed a lot. I was nauseous everyday, very moody, and stressed out for no reason. I got it out 2 days ago and I already feel better. Not nauseous at all, and I was nauseous for 9 months everyday. I wouldn't recommend this just because of how it made me feel, but it may work for other people. On the bright side I had no period.."


"I've had IBS for 6 years this is the only medication that has worked for me the only thing is it makes me drowsy but I also take 2 pills a day"


"Took my pain from a 9 to a 2! Lasts all day and rarely have to take my break through pain medication. I have ADHD, Chronic Pain, Panic Attack Disorder.

MS Contin, 180 twice a day
Oxycodone IR, 30mg every four hours
6mg when required of Xanax IR
Adderall, 30mg IR twice a day"


"I absolutely love the Nuvaring! I've been on it for 6 months now and I have had no problems with it! I've had no side effects actually, I think it's helped clear up side effects from the last birth control I was on. My sex life is very normal, if not better. Neither me nor my boyfriend can feel the ring during intercourse. I recommend this to everyone! But also remember that not everyone is the same and this could affect someone else differently!"


"overheating"


"In the airforce I had a quack colonel who decided to change my xanax to buspar. It was so bad I could not stand up with or without taking it with food. It felt like daydreaming. Luckily I was put back on xanax."


"I would approach taking this drug with caution. I have M.E and am super-sensitive to drugs. I took 3 25mcg tablets over 24 hours as advised and felt awful. Panicky, detached, agitated, couldnt sleep, irritable. It was toxic to me. I would try half a pill to see if you can tolerate it. Ifelt like i was loosing my mind and would rather have night sweats! Hope this is helpful."


"I got the Kyleena inserted yesterday. I went to Planned Parenthood,  they were nice and it honestly didn't take long. I'm not gonna lie this did hurt a little,  but it wasn't to the point where I wanted to cry . It was just very uncomfortable and very crampy. However my doctor was very gentle and quick!!!  I bled all day yesterday with a couple intense cramps here and there but here I am the next day no cramps or bleeding..YAY!! I hope this helps gals, don't be afraid to get it it really doesn't hurt that bad as everyone makes it seem."


"My son 13 has Strattera for almost a year.  Starting from 10mg for a month, 20 mg for a month, 30 mg for 3 months,  40mg for 6 months then 50mg for now.  The only side effect is dry mouth.  Everything else is good, he can make friends and focus in class.  However, I still think Strattera is not a magic pill.  Combining both medication and behaviour modification works best for our ADHD children.   Lots of love and acceptance are the best remedy,"


"I am 42 years old.  I've dealt with migraines for 9 years.  I recently had to stop taking the birth control pill with estrogen due to blood clots.  Almost immediately upon discontinuing the pill - my migraines became severe.  I had one every day for 3 weeks.  I was taking an Imitrex every day (not good).  I tried beta blockers and other medicines that had way too many side effects.  Then I started taking  Verapamil 120 mg ER once a day.  It took a couple of weeks for the Verapamil to start working...but it did!  The migraines stopped.  Verapamil did lower my blood pressure a little and my ankles would sometimes swell.  However - it stopped my migraines!"


Brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine

"Not effective"


"Since I started taking simvastatin 20mg at bedtime, I am not sleeping well, joint pain, tiredness and my acid reflux is so bad I cant stand it anymore. Not sure if the simvastatin is the problem, but was not having the issues with my acid reflux while taking my nexium until I started taking simvastatin. Talked with my pharmacy and they told me that the simvastatin does not worsen acid reflux, it does seems funny, I was not having a problem with it until I started taking the simvastatin."


"I've suffered from chronic headaches/ migraines all my life and now being that I have finished  high school and moved to university the headaches would cause me to loose focus in university work. When my grades started to decrease I knew I had to do something about it. The doctors prescribed me Topamax (Topiramate). I've been taking this medication for about a year and I absolutely love it! Now I only get headaches once or twice a week, instead of every day. This medication helped turn dark, painful days to luminous ones!"


"I am 21, 1 child, had Mirena for a year. Overall satisfied, initial insertion uncomfortable but fine after that night. If I have a period at all it is VERY light spotting for 1-3 days maximum...first time having sex he said he could feel it but no more after that. I am experiencing period sypmtoms without the period that I've never had before. ex: cramps, cravings, increased appetite... which led to a light weight gain but like 5-7 lbs nothing I can't get back under control."


"It calms me down a little bit, but it makes me drowsy more than anything."


"I occasionally get severe sneezing attacks, cause unknown.  They start as a feeling like something tickling my nose followed by a deep intake of breath and a powerful (mostly dry) sneeze.  This then repeats about every 20 seconds for several minutes, when it stops, leaving me exhausted and with teary eyes and a runny nose.  I found that swallowing a short-acting chlorpheniramine maleate tablet at the first sign, or in between sneezes, is effective at immediately stopping the attack, with no noticeable side effects.  I have other chronic health conditions for which I take  prescription medications; long term use of antihistamines for me is not recommended."


"I am 20 years old and I had my Mirena inserted a month ago and to me personally the insertion was extremely painful. It was unlike any other painful cramp I have ever felt before, but the pain did not last for too long and after it was inserted I was fine and didn't really cramp much after. That being said, I have had no children and did not take my Advil as advised from the nurse prior to my appointment. Other than that I have only had light spotting and it has made my period lighter. Mirena is supposed to decrease your sex drive but honestly it has increased mine and my partner and I love it! I hope it stays this way and the bleeding/spotting stops soon!"


"It makes me sleepy. I get phlegm all the time. It's hard to function on a daily basis once I've taken it. My doctor doesn't believe it's the medicine and won't change it but yet she isn't trying to find any other results as to why I'm feeling this way. I've switch my time for taking it. I now take it around 4 pm. I still have to fight to stay awake but at least it isn't all day."


"I have had PTSD and anxiety disorder for about 15 years.  I felt like I was  falling off of a building and at night time I would have bad nightmares from past things.

This is the only things that I can take that relieves it without making me tired in the day time.  I haven't had to raise my dose in the last 6 years I have taken it.  Actually I take the generic form alprazolam."


"I've had my fair share of YIs, and I've always used monistat without any major problems but I was on some antibiotics for a few days and as soon as I left the doctor I had this horrible gut feeling that I should've asked for a script for diflucan while I was there. I was so uncomfortable and I dished out almost $20 on monistat to basically torture myself. Made my 'uncomfortable' YI a living nightmare. Burning, pain, and excruciating swelling. Sitting hurts, wiping myself after peeing hurts, walking hurts. Got my hands on diflucan but now I'm sitting here playing the waiting game wondering why I couldn't just wait a few more hours instead or why I didn't google it before I bought it. Didn't even know a YI could be this painful. Awful"


"Went on the pill to clear my skin. I'm in the middle of my 2nd pack.  I've been on other acne-focused pills which are supposed to get worse before better so I'm used to waiting it out. But, this pill is not worth it. I'm breaking out in places I never have before and wake up every morning with new white heads and black heads. The entire first month I was slightly nauseous all day and extremely tired, sore throat, and head ache. I also got very hungry at night, just figured I'd push through and all the symptoms went away after a month except the acne. It just got worse and I noticed when I was on the placebo pills, my face cleared a little. Now I need to visit a derm and most likely spend lots of money getting chemical peels and nice masks."


"I love this product! I have been sweating for years now and was too embarrassed to mention it to my doctor but finally, after ruining all of my closed, I asked her what to do. It works so great but I get the itching/ burning that other people have said. That's my only problem with the product but it is worth it! "


"This made my son so extremely tired.  Also changed his personality"


"This medicine has helped my migraines significantly. I had been having 4-5 migraine attacks per week and now am down to 1 or 2 every few weeks. Some weeks I don't have any. A huge relief. I had migraines for years. Missed work, severe pain and this medicine is a huge relief. I do feel tired and sluggish and may be related to this medicine but I don't know for sure. I will take that side effect over the pain of a migraine any day."


"I agree with both of the other posts.  Sonata is very effective and you feel no drowsiness in the morning.  Also, you are not so completely zonked out that you can't awaken if necessary. At first I took it only when I awakened at 2 or 3 am, but now I take it before bedtime and sleep (7 hours) until the next morning.

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"I didn't have too many side effects and it worked great! The main thing was that I didn't have a period for over 5 months (the Dr. said everything was fine and that this was normal) I've been on it for a year, but am stopping this month. I started it a few months before I got married. We never had sex before marriage, but within 2 months of starting Loestrin, my physical attraction completely dropped! We tried everything after marriage: vitamins, stimulation, etc. Nothing worked. It's causing a huge strain on our marriage, so we're moving onto a hormone free method. Everyone reacts differently, so I suggest try it for 6 months or so then decide."


"I am taking 200mg a night for sleep for a little over a year. No problems except when I miss a nightly dose, I feel hung over the next day. Recently, I have been waking with a headache. I am going to cut my dosage down by 25mg and see if that will help. My worry is to have an uncomfortable withdrawal period."


"My doctor put me on Cryselle after 3 years on Microgestin. I've been on Cryselle for 2 years now.

 I switched pills b/c of headaches, VERY tender breasts, and the pill causing zero libido (I'm not exaggerating).

 Cryselle improved my headaches, although I still have them they are not as bad.  Breasts are also not as sore, although Cryselle caused them to grow huge. Libido is better, but only by like 10% (which is generous).

Overall, my experience with Cryselle has been positive. Also, I haven't gotten pregnant so it obviously gets then job done!"


"I used this for my seasonal allergies. Works great but the 12 hour extended release is nearly impossible to find in stock in my area."


"I was on this for 5 months and had none stop bleeding. I also experienced severe hair loss, weakness and fatigue (probably due to blood loss), as well as terrible mood swings. The one positive thing was that I had no pregnancy scares in the 5 months I was on it. Was not the birth control for me."


"Have been taking clonazepam since 1996. Couldn't have gotten by without it. Probably will remain on it for my life, but the benefits definitely outweigh the negatives."


"I was on Depo-Provera for 15 months and the only negative side effect I experienced was weight gain, which is why I recently stopped. I loved the ease of the whole process and the high efficacy of the drug. I had 2 periods my entire time on the shot (yay!), didn't spot, it didn't break me out, didn't mess with my mood, BUT I gained a lot of weight (which did plateau). When I got off, I immediately got my period and my skin broke out worse than it has in the last year. I also am experiencing a definite decrease in energy. Overall, I recommend the shot and I may go back on it in the future, but pay attention to your side effects!"


"I had postpartum depression after my son was born. My doctor gave me Lexapro said to try and stick with it for 1 year. I felt so much better after the 1st week of taking it. My son is now 5 months old and I've been taking it for 4 months already. I feel like it doesn't work anymore. I feel the depression on and off. What they say about the side effects is true. I have no interest in having sex, I have gained 10lb over a period of 4 months and can't lose them no matter how hard I try. "


"I take several medications for treatment of Auto-Immune disease. I had hiatle hernia surgery so it is important I do not vomit unless absolutely necessary. Zofran works quickly to eliminate nausea and vomiting and also relaxes me."


"Amazing! After only 2 weeks on Lexapro my life has changed dramatically I had deep depression & severe anxiety! I only felt sick for 2 days & everything changed I feel great no more racing thoughts & finally have energy back. I've been into a shopping plaza, can drive anywhere & most importantly can go anywhere without a fear something bad will happen. The only down fall it has for me is I now have NO sex drive, but if that's the worst I have to deal with I definitely think I'm winning."


"Okay, so I've been on Biacna (Canadian version) for almost a month and a half now. I'm in the process of breaking out and experiencing dryness from the product but after reading the reviews, I'm hopeful in a few weeks the change will begin. I've struggled with acne since high school (I just turned 20) so it's been really annoying to constantly worry and be self conscious about how my skin looks. My acne to begin with is somewhat mild so the gel is causing all these tiny bumps to form mostly on my cheeks and forehead. I'll post an update of my skin in a few weeks to let you know if it works for me."


"My acne reached it's worst when I was a sophomore in high school.  When I went to the dermatologist I was given Accutane and immediately went online to read reviews on the medicine.  Almost every review I read said that it was ineffective with awful side effects and I almost didn't fill my prescription because of it.  However, I will tell you that it was honestly the BEST thing that ever happened to me.  It worked incredibly well with lasting results.  It was literally a miracle.  Of course I experienced some side effects such as back pain, slight hair loss, VERY dry skin and lips, but six months of mild discomfort was definitely worth beautiful skin. I highly recommend it!"


"This was the second BC I have ever taken. It was absolutely terrible. I have always had light periods (panty liner light) and no cramps. When I took this birth control I had such horrible cramps that I kept throwing up. I continued to take it, but after bleeding like a water fall for a week and a half I called my doctor. She told me that I had to finish taking it for a month or else I had the possibility of bleeding to death. So I bled the entire month. I didn't receive another period until 3 months later. Don't take this birth control"


"I took this drug for approximately 2 months and while it helped a bit during the day, the multitude of side effects were much worse! My skin itched so bad I felt like I had bugs, and my joint pain was horrible. I have two herniated discs and I'm in constant pain, but this was definitely not the pain medication for me."


"I had been on Zoloft for years and finally admitted to my doctor, it wasn't really helping. I'm half way switched over to Celexa and I just can't believe the difference. I sure hope this renewed optimism for life continues!"


"I've been on this pill for roughly 6-7 months now and at first everything was going great. the past month or so however, I've had the most horrible anxiety, panic attacks, and irritability ever. Even more recently I've had nausea to the point where I'm throwing up periodically through the night. My anxiety was so bad I was having so many negative thoughts and didn't have the motivation to do much anymore. I couldn't come up with any other explanation until I thought about my birth control. I'm stopping immediately and will be seeing my doctor soon to switch pills hopefully!"


"Have had this for a little over a year. I had my period for probably two months when it was first inserted, although it was very light. At first I would go about a month without my period and then have a two week period, sometimes more. Compared to how heavy my period was beforehand, it didn't bother me. Then I didn't get my period for four months which started to scare me, making me wonder if I was pregnant. however, it was a nice break from the norm, and I was not pregnant. It does its job, but can be unpredictable period wise."


"I was given this pill to help with anxiety and insomnia at school. I was given 50 mg and I took it and it completely knocked me out. It works great for helping me sleep, but waking up I was dizzy and had minor blurred vision, but that went away after about an hour."


"I noticed a bothersome "pimple" that never healed on my back a few yrs ago. After biopsy the dermatologist diagnosed it as basal cell. She lasered it twice for removal. I noticed another spot on my left shoulder, and 3 more spots on my chest 6 mos ago. I have no insurance so Dr suggested Zyclara cream. My first session was 1 week on, 1 week off, then another on and another off. It brought out more spots (which shocked me) in my cleavage and upper chest area. She put me on a second session of 2 weeks on, 1 week off, 2 weeks on. I just finished that session, and other than the new lesions that appeared from the cream, the original spots are almost gone. I have had no apparent negative side effects while using this cream."


"Had a massive asthma attack...ambulance...two days in hospital. Now wake up every morning thinking I can't breathe. Just 0.25mg alprazolam an hour after I get up, I'm okay. Two 0.25mg if really anxious. Just take in the morning and am fine for the day."


"I used Next Choice one dose ...I took the pill 10 hrs after. It made me so sleepy and I was a bit dizzy. On the fifth day I started with a bad headache and the next day I started spotting, now today I am proud to say I'm not pregnant! I was so paranoid when my period wasn't here. Now it is I couldn't be happier to. Just relax girl, it works."


"I don't usually write reviews, but I feel obliged to do so for this one. In many ways, Effexor helped with my clinical depression and gave me boost of energy that I otherwise didn't get with typical SSRIs.

On the other hand within 2-3 weeks of taking it, I felt a sudden energy boost where I felt like I could do a million things at once. Before I could never wake up in the morning and felt groggy, and then all of a sudden I was up at 5:00am to do yoga 5 days a week. This pattern of hyperactivity continued for on end, until finally I flipped out and became suicidal. At this time I was on 200mg of Effexor and could simply not function without it. After the terrible withdrawal of weaning off, I finally feel relaxed."


"I've had this birth control for 9 months and I've had many problems. I became depressed, unsocial, and over react to everything now. It feels like I'm constantly PMS'ing. Its affecting my relationship with my boyfriend, and friends, and I've also lost interest in sex. I think I may have experienced one of it's severe symptoms which is depression. Though this birth control prevents you from getting pregnant it's better to switch if you notice one of the listed severe symptoms"


"I have been on YAZ for years and haven't had any issues switching over to Gianvi.  I have been told by my doctor I may have PMDD. Gianvi hasn't made my symptoms worse but I haven't felt any difference since switching over.  I asked my doctor about her other patients switching to Gianvi, and so far none of them have had any issues either."


"I get giant hives that cause me to have to go to the emergency room. Hydroxyzine helps to prevent this, and it relieves the itching. I do get sleepy, but it wears off."


"Diagnosed with major depression and anxiety. Been on Prozac for all of 6 days and it's already changed me in a lot of ways. Some good, some bad, pretty jarring altogether. Morning after 1st use had severely suicidal thoughts. Instant loss of appetite and libido. Been an over eater most of my life. However, today was the first day in 6 days that I put food in my mouth. Zero libido all of a sudden, which I thought was great at first. Want to stick with it but really afraid about my libido."


"I been taking Vyvanse a little over 2 yrs. This is the only medicine I have taken for ADHD. As of this posting I have been off it 3 days. The first 18 months I thought Vyvanse was the best thing sense sliced bread. The last 6  mths have been an emotional roller coaster of side effects. I have spent hours on the floor crying, my social life is none, I didn't talk to anyone but the people at work that I couldn't avoid, my husband wants a divorce and nothing made me happy, I was sad and depressed all the time. Please be careful taking this medicine. I don't think it was meant for long term use or maybe it just affects different people in different ways. After 3 days in bed I'm finally getting back to normal."


"Same effect as prescription medication at the same cost around $50 and has the same side effects if you have asthma and take inhaled medication you know that if you have an episode with your asthma and you use your inhaler it has the same effect nervousness, rapid heartbeat, jitters, and sometimes headache, etc. Basically its just the medication opening your airways and that puts more oxygen in your lungs that makes you have the nervousness etc. If you do not have or have been diagnosed with asthma do not take this medicine until you see a Dr. but I give it a thumbs up."


"I started taking Topiramate about a month ago for the prevention of headaches and migraines.  I'm a college student and have had a recent and serious issue with getting headaches 4-5 days a week followed by a migraine every few weeks.  After going to the Neuro over break, they suggested I be put on topiramate daily, and it has been the biggest help! My number of headaches has gone down to 1-2 a week, and I think it will continue to improve.  Very happy, very pleased not having to depend on tylenol to function, or having to miss class.  No serious side effects, sometimes tingly in finger tips or right above upper lip for a few minutes.  Haven't had a migraine since being put on this medication!"


"I am wife of man who just completed Provenge series.  Can't really rate this as effects not yet known, so rated it average - for now.
He has felt flu-like (fatigue, muscle aches, joint pains)  for longer than the one or 2 days noted in the literature on Provenge.
His PSA has increased quite a bit in the weeks following the beginning of the Provenge.  Not clear why this is.  Could be the course of the disease, or could be the effects of prostate cells being killed and fragmented, which would be a positive thing."


"I take 4mg of Klonopin per day. I have done so for more than two years.  I went to a clinic where a "no benzo" policy was established and I was taken off the medicine.  I went through two years of agony.  Neurontin was given as a substitute...it made me depressed, and nauseous.  I finally had to go to a private doctor to be put back on my Klonopin and am returning to normal.  The only issue I would mention is that it is not a fast acting medicine."


"Was on this for a few months, it's newer to the market. It didn't work at all for me. Prozac is the only successful antidepressant I've taken."


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

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

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


"It worked after 4 days and cleared up and then came back 3 days later"


"I've struggled with my weight for years so my doctor started me on a combination drug of the topiramate/phentermine  (low dose) she said the success rate is awesome. There is a "diet" pill out there with both combined but she said it's usually not covered by insurance and very expensive. Advised from a pharmacist to have my doctor create the same thing which is 2 scripts the topiramate and low dose of phentermine. I just started so I'm on day 2 and it cost me 30.00.
I've not had any cravings, have had to remind myself to eat. I'll keep you posted as things move along. Best of luck to you all on your journey."


"only took the medication for 5 days, had read about it online after being prescribed it and got really worried at all the awful side affects. I experienced nausea and headaches and slight itchiness while on it and was glad to finally get off of it. It is my 3rd day off of it and the itching has got worse and all over now. I only have a few tiny redish bumps though and I am experiencing anxiety on and off randomly and just feel weird  and have also caught a cold (sore throat/cough). will never take this medication ever again and I severely advise against it."


"I love this medicine! My anxiety started off as mild and as years past slowly got worse. I went from having social anxiety to generalized anxiety and then major depression. It took me 7 years to find this medicine but once I found it I gained my life back. Still have a little anxiety but most is gone. This medicine was great for my major depression. Yes it does have some side effects but most will disappear with time and like most other users will vouch, the benefits far outweigh the side mild side effects. "


"Treatment for Genotype 2 isn't funded in New Zealand, so I purchased it from the Hep C Buyers Club in Australia, at a 30th of the cost (approx. $2,900 for 3 months treatment, once landed and delivered)
On the second day and once after I had very cold chills, but the side effects compared to the hoped for results can only be described as minimal.
I am only 3 weeks into it and will get my first test result in one weeks time.
I have found I go to sleep easily on it, but wake two or 3 times during the night .... toilet calling
I was taking Omprezole medication, an anti acid, but stopped this from week 2 after discovering it impacts on the meds effectiveness ..... acid peaks at around 11 pm at night, so I learned this was the best time to take it  :-)"


"I have had Psoriasis since puberty and for lack of a better term it was a living hell.  It covered 80% of my body.  I started Enbrel 4 years ago and I cleared up drastically within the first month. It was a miracle.  Only side effect I encountered was during my blood work check ups my doctor noticed my ANA was high which could indicate drug induced lupus so we kept a close eye on that.  I am no longer on Enbrel because I got Pneumonia last summer and couldn't take it while sick and I never broke out the whole time I was off it. So they saw no need to go back on it.  Since then I have been experiencing break outs again and wish to go back on but its not a large enough percentage covering my body to start it up again."


"I'm 39 years old. I have 3 children. After my 3rd child (@30yearsold)I got my tube tied. A few years after that I started with very, very bad cramps and very, very heavy periods. I suffered with this for 9 years until August 2015 the doctor suggested an IUD. But, because I have fibroids. That couldn't be inserted. So, she suggested the Depo. I agreed to it. Because I had it after I had my Twins. And I never had a problem. So, I got my 1st injection in August 2015. I was fine for 1 month. SEPTEMBER 17,2015 my period came on and haven't been off since today is January 9th 2016. I feel depressed. I don't feel like sex. Sometimes it heavy. The pass month I've been having bad cramps. A lot of clotting a lot!! So, 2016 I'm saying bye to this Depo"


"Effexor XR is the best thing that's happened to me since my life went to hell in a hand basket a few months back. It dragged me back from the edge. And I was lucky, I started improving at the 2 week mark. Most people take up to a month to notice a difference. (Although those 2 weeks waiting were horrible, especially since I didn't know if it would do anything).
What it's helped with: severe depression, severe anxiety, panic attacks, and that heightened startle reflex.
Side effects I experience on 75mg: night sweats, occasional shakes (these have gotten less over time), and occasional nausea (again, less over time). There have also been some seriously vivid dreams/nightmares, but I've also got PTSD. *shrugs* Could easily be either."


"I wish I knew the panic I felt was something that I could calm with a single pill. Diazepam works great by just making you feel mellow and relaxed. I take 2mg here and there. My doctor prescribes it when I go through these severe panic episodes where I can't sleep and I become consumed with doom. Diazepam helps to rationalise things and makes me feel like its not the end of the world. I wish one day I wont have to take it but for now I am grateful for it."


"I got this for my 5 year old daughter, who has high functioning autism. This medication was a godsend in terms of making her focus and follow directions, but sadly, we had to stop giving it to her because it made her terrified of everything. She became very paranoid and things she used to love suddenly scared her (example, blowing bubbles became scary!) She became jumpy and had nightmares. We tried to work with this medication for over a year, no luck.

She's is 7 years old now, and we finally took her off of it. After being off of it for a little over a week, she is no longer scared and paranoid about everything. She is back to being unfocused and not following directions, but I would rather have her unfocused than terrified of everything"


"This is my magic pill.  I suffer from vertigo, chronic spinal pain, sleeplessness, mild depression because of the spinal pain, and usually I get sick to my stomach with even one aspirin. I take 1/2 of one pill of this every night before bed and sleep like a baby and awake feeling rested, happy, and nausea-free.  I hope the vertigo is gone too but haven't taken this long enough to know about that.  I take small doses of everything because I feel the effects of any medicine very strongly.  WHY hasn't a doctor offered this to me before?"


"I found this drug to be totally ineffective on Pain of any type, back, knees, or on osteoporosis"


"I found Lexapro to be only slightly effective for Seasonal Affective Disorder and mild depression. It worked better for anxiety. I was able to sleep on this medication. It exacerbated my tinnitus, but otherwise there were no noteworthy side effects."


"Please, anyone with MS, look into Dr. Terry Wahls and her protocol for MS.  Most MS symptoms can be controlled through diet.  Please take a few minutes to look into this, it could save you a lot of suffering and money."


"Female, 23, anxiety disorder. I have been on this medication for almost a year. I have dealt with anxiety my whole life and finally when I was having trouble going to school and work I turned to Zoloft. It has improved my quality of life. I have had the dose increased from 25 to 50 to 75. Side effects I have felt include: loss of appetite, dizziness, and mood swings. All side effects happened with start and increase of medicine and subside after getting used to it. I still have breakdowns sometimes but not as often. "


"I have taken this for about a year. I have lost about 40 lbs. I am taking it to help depressed moods. I also have to take the brand and not the generic. I will have late onset asthma with the generics and other unpleasant side effects. I tried more than once to use generics but it won't work. So , give it a try if you can afford the brand name. IT makes a big difference. I also found that all my migraines disappeared while taking this. What a relief that was. "


"My daughter gets ear infections and along with that she gets nightly vomiting. Keeping the oral antibiotics down is difficult then after 10 days its still not gone. Thanks for Rocephin it is the only thing that really gets the job done. Why have your little one suffer?"


"I rate this a seven because it got rid of my horrible burning urethra pain after two months but I am at 500mg/day at three months and haven't experienced any affect on my bladder pain. The urethra pain was unbearable so I would've taken it just for that. Going to continue taking this for six months. No side effects when working my way up 100mg each week to 500mg/day"


"Doxepin is great at keeping me asleep. The only major problem is the rapid weight gain. I went from 155lbs to 185lbs in only 2 weeks.  "


"I have been on this medication for about 6 months now. Overall I feel good. The first month was awful. I was so sick to my stomach I could hardly function but I stuck with it after all the past medications that failed. After a month I felt great no anxiety/depression. After a few months things started to level out. At times I still feel depressed or have panic attacks but it is much much better than before. This medication gave me my life back. I take this medication at night. If I miss a dose I get very sick and cannot even get out of bed until I take it which is a huge downfall. Also I absolutely cannot drink any bit of alcohol while on this medication or else I feel very I'll."


"I used this prep only after the Dr. gave me a coupon that brought the cost down from $135 to $40. Talk about money down the toilet. I was instructed to take 1st dose at 6 p.m. & 2nd dose at 4 a.m. for colonoscopy at 10 a.m.. Had first BM at 7:30 and 4th BM around 2:30 a.m.. After 2nd dose at 4 a.m., no BM until 7:30 a.m. & still nowhere near running clear. Around 8 am, intense cramping began with very violent BM's.  Passed out & became very weak. Doctor said to go to ER. Colonoscopy was canceled & they gave me fluids & was released by 11 a.m.. Still continued to have BM's 17 hours after 2nd dose. BM's didn't start running clear until 12 hours after 2nd dose. I am a 54 year-old male who is healthy & active."


"I have only been on this medication for 3 days for bursitis in my hip. I have noticed a little relief from the worst pain but I still am feeling stiff and hurt quite a bit. **NOTE: I have had insomnia since the day I started taking this medication. I slept only 30 minutes last night. Each night I have slept less. I was able to sleep 3 hours the 2nd night. I believe it is from this medication as the other medication I am on does not report insomnia as a side effect. At this point, I only have to take the medication for one week and if it helps with my pain, I feel it will be worth it but be aware that this might happen."


"I have a disease called IC. It is very painfull. I finally got relief from the patch, although on the third day the withdrawal is really rough. I wish that the change was every two days, but since it's so addictive, I doubt my doctor or health insurance will agree to that. I am glad to have it as opposed to living with pain all day everyday."


"Hello all I just found this site and I will tell you I am really happy to see all of you sharing your stories I am going to join you I think this will help with this very hard journey. Ok I started taking phentermine on 2/19/15 and I was 357lbs I just got on the scale for the first time since and I am now 344 lbs. so that is 13 lbs in 12 days and I feel great. The only side effects I have is really dry mouth and cold feet. If that is it bring it on. Ok everyone keep up the good work look forward to reading all you success stories. "


"I get migraines with aura so i cannot be on the pill. I got the paraguard (nonhormonal) june 2015. My body could not adjust. I would get my period at random times, very irregular, sometimes lasting 14 days. The periods were very heavy and clotty. I would fill a super tampon every hour. Back pain, breast pain, and shooting leg pain down to my foot. It took 7 months for my body to adhere to a regular cycle with no spotting; however, the pain and heaviness remained. I put up with it for 1 year and 3 months. With Preventing pregnancy- works like a charm, but side effects were too painful for me. Finally i had enough. I got it removed and just got the Nexplanon (progesterone only) inserted into my arm. Wish me luck"


"After getting Sepsis from UTI I ended up with heart failure at 35-40%.  I was initially put on Coreg at 3.125 and doing well.. Hope to have another Echo soon and see how much I have improved in the last 3 months.  No other meds with it.  I am so so much better.. Almost back to 100% activity."


"This medicine is awful. I originally started taking it for stomach cramps and regulating my period and I wish I never started taking it in the first place. I was on the second week of my third pack and felt AWFUL. Not only was I nauseous 24/7 I got headaches, cramps in my upper and lower back, side pains, chest pains. As well as a intolerance to gluten. At first I thought my stomach problem was from eating fast food but as I think about it I was nauseous the first month of taking this pill and it steadily got worse. I'm on my 2nd week off the pill and I'm going through serious side effects of my body trying to regulate itself. I've lost 6 pounds & my appetite. DO NOT take this pill."


"I have suffered from extreme social and general anxiety for most of my life, but didn't seek help until I was around 20. I was prescribed many SSRIs but none of them worked. Clonazepam has been the only thing that has ever helped relieve my anxiety. Its a shame that many doctors won't prescribe it because it can be habit forming, yet they'll gladly give out SSRIs that can cause manic behavior or suicidal thoughts. This medication saved me from my anxiety."


"Drop my sugar levels from more than 300 ml to almost normal levels. Other drugs only lowered a 100 ml. No side effects. It's has been a blessing"


"I have been in Rituxan for 10 years. Almost wheel chair bound at 35. I prayed it would work.  And it had put me in remission. It saved my life! I will be on this for the rest of my life if possible.  I pray insurance will keep paying."


Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

"Helped little with my POTS symtoms, being transferred to midodrine"


"Quetiapine 25mg used to get over Post traumatic stress disorder post Mental Health problems caused by an allergy to Valium. Presently taking 50% of a tablet at night."


"I've been on ADHD medication for a very long time. My body had built a pretty strong tolerance stimulants.
I combine normally IR Adderall, Vyvanse, and XR Adderall, and now I combine Zenzedi (great, btw), IR Adderall, and this medication and the only thing I noticed is no increase in focus at all but some weird increase in insomnia which is unusual because it's not like an anxiety insomnia but a strange almost increased ADHD insomnia I had growing up. Normally after taking my ADHD medications I can sleep without issue but this one causes me to just stay awake without jitters, focus, anxiety, or anything. I don't care for it."


"I JUST started using this drug 3 days ago. I have been suffering with horrible pain from a herniated disc over the past 2 months. Tried hydrocortisone shots in my back and the pain went away for 3-4 days. I've been on vicodin and skelaxin as well as Aleve twice a day. I've had to take my vicodin every 4 hours instead of every 6 hours because the pain has been so bad. Just in the last 48 hours, I've noticed such a difference with Lyrica. I keep waiting for the pain to be there, but it is NOT. I'm still titrating my way up on the dosage, but in another day or two, my maximum dose will be 50 mg 3 times a day.  Currently, I'm taking 50 mg 2 times a day. It really works."


"When I first started this BC I liked it...first month no bleeding missed my period totally and my nipples hurt so bad I thought I was pregnant but then a week into the second month my period showed up. I lost weight that I gained on previous birth controls so I liked that about this pill but now I've been on it for 6 months and I've noticed the past 2 months I've had little To no sex drive and it makes discharge REALLY thick I don't like that , also it's making it so it's nearly impossible to orgasm all of a sudden and I'm getting acne.I'm not super happy with this BC and I'm going to switch but I am glad it worked well for 4-6 months considering how sensitive I am to BC pills."


"I'm 25 years old, When I first realized something was wrong was when I felt like I had a cut down on my genital area, I then realized there was a new form of a bump and then the itching came along and the burning sensation when I used the restroom. I decided to see the clinic because i knew something was wrong. She ran tests which I am still waiting for to come in this week, but from what she said, she said it looks like Herpes. She prescribed me acyclovir 400mg this past Monday which was two days ago. I have to take one ever 12 hours. It seems to work for so long, like a few hours, but i am still feeling the pain, and I feel like more bumps have appeared. I'm terrified. I still have burning sensation. "


"I used to sweat a lot before using drysol. I always wore black and was afraid to wear any colors. Even after washing my clothes, the smell of sweat would not go away. I no longer sweat as long as I apply it a couple of times in the month now. Yes it does irritate your skin to the point where you can't sleep at night, but it is worth it to me. I now wear anything I want. I don't have sweaty or smelly armpits. And I noticed that after a while it irritates you less and less. I definitely recommend this product!"


"I did a lot of research before getting my skyla put in & I felt as if I was making a great choice although I was very scared of the insertion due to reading reviews. It actually wasn't that bad. The pinch of my cervix was the least painful thing. The dilation of my cervix is what hurt the most! The procedure only took about 3 minutes. The only problem I had was that my strings were way too long but my doctor fixed that. I had my first period about three days after insertion & it was a bit heavy & cramps. After about 5 days I had no more bleeding until the next months period. It was a lot lighter than normal. Hopefully by my next period I will have nothing at all. I recommend this BC! I do not regret my decision."


"I started Saxenda last July 2016. In the first two months I lost 4% of my body weight. After that, it stopped. I continued on for another two months, with no change. The information that comes with the drug says to stop taking if there is no change after 4%. I did stop. The weight came back on. I spoke with my doctor in December, and she encouraged me to start again.

One side affect I've had, other than some mild nausea, is red itchy welts at the injection sites, when I start on the 1.2 mg and higher doses. The itchiness was intense. Started taking Benedryll, which  helped. In time, the itchiness reduced, but still get red marks.

My drug co pays for the drug, but not the needles. Needles are expensive!"


"Started taking this on 1.30.10. Weight has fluctuated a lot. Gone from 184-177 lbs and fat% has also fluctuated from 38-30. When I started my lbs was 184 with 34%. Today my lbs was 180 with 30% and yesterday I didn't take it so my suggestion is like others, take it and take mini breaks from it. Took it today and plan on doing 30min of yoga and 20mins of Pilates and 30min of walking. My hope is that my body fat % will go down to 25% and my weight will go down to 135. Now I know that this won't happen overnight, and it will take hard work and I'm in for it. If you know anything else that worked for you, please let me know."


"I am someone who very rarely gets sick. Myself and 2 members of my family had this AWUFUL cough that has lasted for weeks and weeks and weeks, finally now resulting in about 5-8 coughing spasms per day, luckily sleeping fine though. I now have a cracked or bruised rib from these spasms. My doctor ordered this for me and I have have taken 3 pills since yesterday.  I have only had one coughing fit today and even that one I almost felt I would be able to avoid. So far I would say this medicine is a miracle. My doctor said have to stop the coughing to the rib can heal. Looks like I am on the right track! Have recommended this to my father who is also having the coughing spasms."


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"I have been post meningitis for 3 years. Midrin has made me headache free for the first time since 2006! Great !!!"


"Used 3-4 mg dose for autism related meltdowns during teen years.  Made my son very irritable and agitated.  Did not notice sleepiness.  Just an overall grumpy, agitated attitude towards everything."


"I wish I'd read these reviews before taking this foul-tasting stuff. I would have chilled it first, then used a straw to drink it. By far, the worst part of the prep is taking the Suprep. The taste is horrible. My nurse told me to mix the doses with white grape juice. I did for the first one, thinking the grape juice would drown the taste, but that made it taste worse. I used water for the second dose and ended up throwing up about a third of it. From the reviews, it looks like that won't be a problem. I see some people didn't do a complete fast the day before, so I'm going to look into why a fast is recommended in case I have to have this test again. All in all, though, the med does what it says it'll do — clean out your colon."


"I went through years suffering depression and PTSD nothing worked I've been through so many antidepressants and mood stabilisers that I've lost count . When my psychiatrist suggested I may have bipolar 2 she started me on Lamotragine I was hesitant I had a phobia of medications by this stage but I took a leap of faith and started lantrogine titraiting up 25 mg every 2 weeks with one sequel of 25mg at night because I was so sensitive too medications . After a few months I'm now on 125 mg of lantrogine a day and 25 serquel a night . I can't thank this medication enough. I feel clear no foggy ness my moods are stable I'm less impulsive I'm sleeping perfectly and thinking rationally and my anxiety is nearly non exisitent ."


"This drug is a miracle cure for RLS!!  From the first night on, I have experienced NO RLS!  It certainly gives you a better night's sleep!  I wish I'd known about this drug a long time ago."


"The patch seems to be helping.  I was given the 10mg and think that my doctor is going to bump it up to 20mg as I still need to take about 6-8 10mg Norco during the day and night also.  I am hoping to up the patch dose and lessen the Norco dose.  I haven't had any side effects from the patch, not one thing.  They stay in place for the full 7 days and are very easy to use.  The only real down side is the cost, even with a $40 coupon from my doctor it cost $50 for 4 patches.  I will try the 20 mg and see if the $50 a month is worth it."


"I made a mistake & had sex with out protection with my boyfriend, he didn't pull all the way out & we were going crazy. I waited 1 day after we had sex to take the pill, later that night my stomach was cramping up & I felt like I was going throw up but I didn't.
This was my first time taking a plan b and I really was scared that it wasn't gonna work. I read all different reviews and I was so scared, my period was suppose to start January 11th and it came on a few days early and I'm so happy!"


"If I could I would give this pill a 0. My period continued to come a week early and heavy, cramping became worse than it has been, I gained 5 lbs, my acne got a lot worse, my lips got incredibly cracked, and my hypersensitivity worsened greatly. Definitely getting off of this pill as soon as possible"


"I have had restless leg syndrome for years. Unfortunately it is genetic, and it has been passed on to my daughter. I have tried many things and nothing works like tramadol. At this point in time, I only need 75 mg each night. I sleep all night. It has literally saved my life in terms of quality. I know the doctors don't always like prescribing it but if they had RLS, they would know how horrible it is. I would rather take this and feel great than worry about it being habit forming and feel awful. What if it is habit forming, I need it every night or I do not sleep. I take high blood pressure medicines daily and for the rest of my life so why not tramadol. I monitor my use and do all I can to remain healthy. And I have no side effects."


"The Nuvaring has worked for me. I have never tried any other form of birth control, and I started using it 6 years ago help with a very irregular, long, and heavy period.

It also helped clear up my skin then, and when I went off birth control my periods did get heavier, and sometimes I had debilitating cramps, plus I suffered from bad adult acne that nothing would fix. Within 3 months of going back on the Nuvaring my acne cleared right up, and immediately my periods got shorter, lighter, and were less painful.

I didn't note any significant mood changes, or changes in sex drive (but mine has never been especially high). I have experienced significant vaginal discharge, but it is normal aside from increased quantity.

It is very convenient"


"After trying to conceive for a year , miscarriage and weird periods I was diagnosed with PCOS .. Doctor started me on 500 mg a day I'm currently 4 days away from completing the month, and I've lost 9 pounds! Literally without trying ! No excessive exercising or anything. I've not had any negative side effects. None. I have felt fuller and don't have the urge to eat all the time. I no longer crave sweets or greasy food. All my pms symptoms are completely gone! I don't feel like sleeping through the day anymore, I feel like I have way more energy, I feel normal again for once. I am so thankful that my doctor immediately diagnosed me and gave me this medication! He's going to up my dose to
1000 mg for the next 3 months, I truly can't wait!"


"I've been on this pill for almost a year now, and this is the only birth control I have ever been on. My period is erratic, and has been 4 days late before. I have insane cravings, and went from having regular light easy periods to long painful ones. The second month out of the three month pack is always the better month, but I am certainly switching. Also lost about 10 pounds, and nothing I've tried works to gain it back. Every body is different though! Good luck on your birth control quest!"


"I am a 50 yr old male who has suffered from migraines for nearly 40 yrs.  The toughest yrs (about 25 of them) consisted of migraines in excess of 300 days in any given yr.  Then I found Topamax and asked my Neurologist if we could give it a shot for me.  That was 6 yrs ago and now I have less than 50 headaches (not migraines), headaches in any given year.  My dose is 200mg in the morning and 200mg in the evening, and yes like most of you I have had to deal with the numbing in the extremities but you get over it in time.  The memory thing, well, how good was my memory anyway when I had a migraine that lasted for 6 months and I was blacking out at times, tunnel vision and puking almost daily.  This medication gave me my life back.  Thanks!"


"I had the Mirena inserted about 8 weeks ago.  I have had on and off bleeding (more on) but it's starting to stop now.  I gained 4-5 lbs, but it's mostly bloating.  I am told by my doctor that this will go away after my body gets used to the hormones.  I feel great on it and will take the 4-5 lbs for feeling that much better!"


"soma is a great muscle relaxer i have been taking it since 1997 as needed i have had 2 back surgerys and soma helps me sleep when i get muscle spasms at night i take it about 15 minutes before i go to bed and when i awake in the morning i feel like i had a good night sleep and i dont feel drozzy in the morning i have takin other muscle relaxers in the past and felt drozzy when i awoke. thank god they invented soma."


"This medication works so well that people actually commented on how clear my face was and how good my skin looked. I however, have concerns about long-term use of an antibiotic."


"I  had insomnia due to hot flashes which began 8 years ago. My blessed Dr. prescribed 25 mg amitriptyline a night. I no longer wake up repeatedly due to my "internal combustion". Life is normal again."


"I really like Nuva Ring and the fact that you don't have to take a pill everyday.  Insertion is easy after you get used to it (1-2 months). My boyfriend never felt it during sex. No weight gain, fuller breasts, no crazy mood swings.  I was on it for 4 years but decided to switch because I started getting recurring bacterial vaginitis right before my period each month. I'm not sure if this is what caused it. It could've also been laser hair removal there or something else.  I have been off for a couple of months and still am itchy before my period, so I'm guessing it's not the Nuva Ring? Anyways, I would recommend this to anyone. Super easy and it's great that you pop it in once a month, then can forget about it."


"Severe vertigo, sweating, vomiting."


"I have just recently started taking this medicine and my anxiety has vanished. I have even tried to make myself anxious and it will not happen. I am satisfied so far. "


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"After trying 5 different birth control pills over the years and suffering from major mood swings, depression, hair loss, etc. I read several reviews on the Paragard IUD, the majority of the reviews were negative and terrifying. However, getting the Paragard IUD has been the best option FOR ME. The insertion hurt but wasn't overwhelming. I took ibuprofen and brought my heating pad. The insertion took maybe 15 minutes. I spotted for 2 days and then it was fine. Prior to getting the Paragard, my periods lasted 2 days and now they are 4 days. Periods are heavier but it's worth it."


"Glad my doctor decided to try this medicine because it has been a life saver for me!  The only problem is remembering to mix up the powder every night.  I wish this came in pill form.  For those who are having trouble with the taste, or drinking it, I put it in 2 tbsp. of applesauce and mix it really well.  It changes the flavor of the applesauce slightly, but it's not as gross as trying to drink it in water."


"I have been suffering from severe pudendal nerve damage pain and fibromyalgia for over 12 years.  Vicodin, Percocet, Duragesic, Oxycontin, injections, you name it.  Lyrica 75mg 2-3 x day has made the biggest difference in my life and pain in over 12 years.  I can walk without a cane and I feel like doing things.  There was some initial weight gain, but that seems to have leveled off.  I've been amazed and very pleased."


"COLD SORE TREATMENTS AND PREVENTION THAT WORK:

L-lysine:

You can buy L-lysine over the counter in tablet form, one a day pretty much prevents cold sores from forming.

If you run out of tablets make sure you buy more; it's like the virus sits inactive under the skin just waiting for a break from the L-lysine treatment so it can raise it's ugly head.

ZOVIRAX:

If you feel a cold sore coming on or you have a cold sore buy Zovirax from the chemist or supermarket ~$17 a tube; but you only need a little bit applied 5 or 6 times a day and the last application should be before you go to sleep (whenever you think of applying it really) Zovirax helps heal the blisters much faster than anything else l have tried.

ICE OR COLD PACK:

If you don't have Zovirax and the cold sore is really burning and itchy get a freezer bag or similar and put some ice in it or some frozen peas and apply that to the area until that nasty burning and itchy feeling eases.

Avoid licking of playing with the blisters with your tongue, this tends to make them bigger.

Pop the Blisters or Don't Pop the Blisters? This is a personal preference however,

l have found that by not popping the blisters only allows the blisters to grow bigger to the point of them sometimes joining together and becoming one big blister which takes a lot longer to heal, hence, l pop the blister and apply Zovirax straight away and the majority are gone within a few days.

SAFETY FIRST:

DO NOT have oral sex and AVOID kissing anyone when you have an active cold sore; they do spread as quickly as a peck on the lips from someone with the active cold sore virus and wash your hands if you touch your mouth by accident, this helps prevent spreading the cold sore virus.

PREVENTION:

Take L-lysine 1 tablet daily and try to avoid sudden drops in temperature, excessive sun or wind. Changes in climate conditions and temperature drops can bring on the cold sore virus.

Avoid rubbing your lips hard like we sometimes do to remove stubborn lipstick and avoid the hard bristles of a man's beard or regrowth, both of these things can irritate the sensitive skin on our lips.

Just be mindful of the cold sore virus and it will become second nature to prevent it from occurring."


"Best anti-anxiety medication for me.  At 20mg it perfectly takes the edge off & allows me to focus with clarity at work & at home.  I have been on Celexa for 10 years, tried Wellbutrin once thinking it might help with weight loss but it made me feel crazy & irritable, I did not like it at all.   My daughter has similar issues as I do & Celexa did not work for her, she's going to try Prozac now.  I think it's important to realize that everybody is different as is their chemical make up & what might work great for one may not for another."


"Developed depression and significant anxiety this fall.  Doctor started me on Lexapro, but that wasn't controlling the anxiety, loss of appetite and insomnia.  Added Zyprexa and almost instantly felt much, much calmer, could eat and slept well.  Was very sleepy/tired for the first few days but acclimated within a week.  The problem I did have was with weight gain.  Thought my life had calmed down and I could do without the medicines, but have found that not to be the case.  Did not have any issues weaning off the Lexapro and Zyprexa. Just started Pristiq yesterday.  Hoping and praying for good things."


"Horrible pill gave me terrible mood swings one minute I was crying the other I was jumpy, I was feeling so tired and hopeless, worst contraceptive I've been I only took it for a month and throw the rest away"


"I began taking Prozac ~8 weeks ago for mild depression. At the last minute I learned it may also help with Binge Eating Disorder, which I've struggled with for 25 years.  Within 3 days of taking 10mg/day, I had zero obsession with food.  I ate, but easily stopped after 2 oreos, no joke, it felt like a total miracle!  However at ~7 weeks, I realized I'd started a binge cycle again, and ate everything in sight for about a week.

I suspect my dose is too low and my brain adjusted and no longer benefits from my 10 mg.  I'm started taking a 2nd pill every other day for an avg dose of 15mg in hopes of getting back to that sweet spot with my BED.  I read most folks don't see Prozac work for BED until 60mg, has anyone had luck taking less?"


"Very little positive effects on muscle tightness"


"I started this birth control about two months ago. My periods are light and quick. I also haven't gained any weight. I don't experience any side effects other than vaginal dryness and uncomfortable sex. I am married and sex is kind of important so I am thinking about switching."


"Nuvaring sent me on a roller coaster ride. This is the first BC I've tried. The ring is a great idea. I like that you can place it and forget it. Problems arose quickly however with side effects. Within the first week, I became excessively tired, wanting to sleep 10  hours. I experienced terrible mood swings, and spent entire random days feeling like I could cry about everything. I thought it would get better with time but after the first month, I became incredibly dry vaginally (eyes, mouth and skin were dry too - couldn't drink enough water). I saw my doctor who explained that I might react this way to any birth control. The irritation became too much to handle and with my doctor's direction, I have discontinued use (made it two months)."


"Doesn't smell, goes on nice and I can't tell it is on my face, my face feels good after I use it."


"It is horrible. I am cutting down according to doctors recomendations! I now take just .5 mg at bed time around 8 pm. I get hit with drowsiness mid day, even though I haven,t taken any medications or supplements! This horrible medication doesn,t even help my anxiety! Xanax is the worst benzodiazepine! It caused terrible rebound anxiety! And if you have depression, or know anyone with this problem, NEVER HAVE MORE THAN 3 YEARS OF ELECTRO CONVULSIVE TREATMENT! I HAVE MANY PROBLEMS DUE TO A FALL, AND HITTING MY HEAD! MY LIFE HAS BEEN HE'LL SINCE THEN! TAKE EXTREME CAUTION! CHECK OUT YOUR DOCTOR VERY CAREFULLY! MINE WAS A QUACK!"


"I've taken these for nearly a year and a half, and have 2-3 periods per month, light but 2-3 days long each.  Horrible mood swings, and nausea.  "


"I've got the implant in August of 2014 right before I left for college, and not its gonna be June 2015 very shortly. So I've had the implant for about a year, and it's VERY effective. I was worried about gaining weight as well, and on this birth control, I didn't. I actually lost weight. I always forget that I even have it because it's not a nuisance like the pill or the patch is. You get it inserted and you're good for 3 years! Love it."


"I have a severe case of narcolepsy and Nuvigil honestly did not work at all."


"I've had neck surgery, both shoulder surgeries and chronic low back (disc) problems for the past 14 years. Oral medications somewhat helped OxyContin, then Oxycodone and Morphine sulfate. Even Ibuprofen 800 for inflammation in my muscles and sciatic nerve on left leg. But, recently my Dr. put me on Fentanyl patch 25mcg/72 hour. It was amazing, I was pain free!! But, at a cost. I couldn't tolorate the side effects. For me? It affected my torso and abdomen area felt numb like Novacaine. It weakened my back and leg muscles. All within the first 16 days. I removed the (6th) patch then hospitalized, had a MRI of my brain to rule out Stroke. Almost complete loss of balance, using a cane. Started therapy to regain strength. No longer on the patch."


"I started taking it 9/23/09. I take 1/2 a pill every morning which is 18.75mg. For the first time in a long time I have felt the energy to go out and exercise (which I do an hour everyday. Strength train and Calistenics 3 days a week, the rest I walk). It's wonderful! I only ate/drank 1195 calories and I keep a food diary. When I woke up this morning and weighed myself I saw that I lost 2lbs and 1.2% of my body fat. Only after ONE day of taking it!!  My goal is to lose at least 50lbs. I don't really have much problem sleeping, but my lips are very dry. I use a lot of chap stick."


"A miracle pill. I am 4 months without even a urge to drink. Started working first week. I was passing out most days and also had been to rehab. Also stopped biting my nails. An unexpected help for that lifelong habit."


"It took me two whole days of agony and suffering pneumonia while thinking whether to take this medicine or not, the reviews and side effects are terrifying. But I got over it and took the pill: Here's what I did. Everyday at 1pm I eat something not too heavy but satisfying, then at 2pm I take the pill with a whole 500ml water bottle. Avoid iron, multivitamins and all that, also avoid dairy unless you're fine with having to go to the bathroom a couple of times during the day. I didn't get any side effects. I'm drinking a lot of water, I'm eating well, eating lots of fruits and most importantly, I'm resting. On day 4 of 7 now, and I can safely say that this medicine really does work so well feeling so much better with clear lungs. Good luck."


"If I could rate this a "0", I would.  I took this Mucinex for the first time in the evening and woke up with what I believe to be "polyps" in my nose.  There are several hard bumps in my nose...the kind that if you pick at them, they will bleed.  I am appalled at the results and not sure where to turn next."


"This is an excellent medication for true ADHD. I've been on Dexedrine for over 10 years, and it continues to consistently work as much today as it did when I first started it. "


"I find it hard to sleep all of the time. I'll fall asleep got 1 hr then I cannot get back to sleep. 1 tablet at night and miracle I can sleep again. This medication also helps control my anxiety problems. I'm not a tablet taker but I could not sleep so I had to hold my head high and admit I needed help."


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"I was put on Levora because I didn't want my period anymore. Didn't have any problems to begin with, my period has always been light and on time, it would just happen on days where I really needed it not to. I've been taking it for exactly 3 weeks (started the day my period ended) and it's been great! I have no mood swings whatsoever, no weight gain, no headaches, and no nausea! My libido was already pretty high but now it's even higher! My breasts are a tiny bit sore but they've increased from an A to a B. Only negative thing I've noticed so far is that I have more breakouts than I used to but it's not horrible. I was supposed to start my period today but didn't so it could be working for that. As long as I have fewer periods. First birth control for me."


"They tried everything in the book. I had a major motorcycle accident and had insomina ever since. Ambien worked for awhile. Then stopped. Was on Valium for years. Then I went a stretch of 3 months no sleep. Doc trying everything. Finally Dalmane. It works like dream. Due to my TBI I believe the insomina is worsening."


"I hated this method. I've been on it for two months and I've bled every single day since. I would not recommend it at all! I was so disappointed not to mention how it totally ended my sex life."


"I have Hepatitis C -1b! When I started the treatment I had 4 728 000 viral load! On my fourth week I made blood tests! They were perfect and the virus was not found!!! Now, it's my ninth week, ! I want to share that during the weeks I didn't have any side-effects! At all!! Zepatier is working very well! I'll keep my fingers crossed for the rest four weeks!"


"First experienced the benefits of this drug after my 10th spinal surgery. Relieved pain pretty quickly, but short lasting. It was given as break through in the hospital, via IV at first. Then the doctor scripted it to me as break through along with Percocet when I went home. I eventually had too many side effects from the Percocet. I just stuck with the Dilaudid taking it about every 5-6 hours.
Now I'm dealing with being "itchy" and think it may the Dilaudid. I had bad side effects from Vicodin after one of last year's surgeries. Now it seems I'm starting to have side effects from things I never used to be bothered by before."


"I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, severe depression and OCD when I was around 18 years old. I couldn't do anything and shut down. I went to a mental hospital to take classes on how to cope and I began trying different types of SSRI's. I tried two others and I felt horrible on them both then I tried Zoloft. My mom made me stick with it even though I was skeptical. I started with 25, 50, then to 75 ml. Nothing helped. As soon as I went up to 100 ml is when I felt my life coming back. I could feel emotions of happiness, and felt like life had finally had a meaning to it. I was able to be okay again and felt like this medicine saved my life. The thing that is hardest is all the people judging saying "you're on so many Meds""


"I was on this for 6 months and it was awful. I had the worst mood swings. Then they switched me into Junel Fe for another 6 months. It was just as bad. I had acne. Awful moods. And I understand everyone is different. But for me. It was just awful."


"I broke my back over 15 years ago. I went  from Darvocet to morphine. Everything that I tried lasted for short periods of time. Finally after almost ten years I found methadone. I feel that I am no longer trapped inside my body. I feel like I've been given my life back. I'm no longer at risk of damaging my body from the side effects of the previous meds. I take it once daily and it works wonders.  I feel like a new person.  I finally feel normal again."


"This patch had to be designed by a man.  What woman would design a patch the size of a softball?  I had to duck tape it on in order for it to stay on, it is not flexible ( it would not even bend in half) and what woman wants to have a big round patch showing through her clothes?  You can't swim with it on or even shower because it will come off.  It is hideous and degrading.  Why should a woman have to be punished for something that is beyond their control?  I can not say if it works or not, due to the fact that I could never get it to stay on.  I took one to my doctor and asked her how I was suppose to keep it on.  She was shocked at what it looked liked and put me on the pill due to the Insurance Company."


"I've been on Lamictal for around 4-5 months. After my bipolar depression returned and wasn't being kept under control by my Seroquel and Prozac I did some research and saw Lamictal had decent reviews. My doctor started me on the medication and within a week I began to feel more energized, and happier. That was at 100 mg. I now believe the depression is coming back and I have been upped to 200 mg, along with 40mg of Prozac. The drug has done great things for me so far."


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


"Hi there,
I speak on behalf of my own experiences of this medication. I suffer from manic depression bipolar and have had an undiagnosed psychiatric history of 5 years. I get aggressive and violent, hallucinate followed by full psychotic systems. I take 1 25mg 4-3 times a day, just very sleepy."


"I took Ortho Tricyclen for just over 5 years. Initially I noticed a lot of mood instability and I was behaving in ways that were very unusual for me. However this subsided within the first six months. Otherwise I had a relatively good experience, and my periods became so light that they almost stopped. However I was not doing well remembering to take the pills and recently switched to Mirena. Tricyclen is a great option if you are able to remember the pills on time!"


"Spiriva works well for me. I have early stage Emphysema. No more breathlessness. I take it first thing in the morning. Rarely use my Ventolin inhaler now and other than an itchy nose, no side effects. I am a pensioner and the government pays almost all of the cost."


"I am using remeron to help with nausea, depression and anxiety as I taper off 1 mg of Klonopin after several years of using that drug. It was hard in the beginning; I had headaches and crushing fatigue for weeks. Now, I feel this drug has been a godsend; it helps with all and ensures that I sleep well most nights. This is my third attempt to get off of Klonopin and I have never been able to reduce my dosage so much. I do notice that my weight is now creeping up so I need to watch that more carefully, but that side effect is one I will have to tackle as I will not give up my remeron."


"This drug really does help itching."


"I found this medication to be extremely helpful! The only drawback is the major sleepiness. However, at least I am not sneezing and can breath easily."


"After trying several other medications viibryd does help with my depression. Unfortunately I have had many side effects including insomnia, Vivid abnormal dreams, night sweats, and numbness in my hands. I have been taking 20 milligrams a day for almost a year. My depression has started to increase and I am hesitant to increase the viibryd to 40 milligrams a day because I am afraid the side effects will get worse.

The drug manufacturer offers a very good rebate program on their website. I get $100 refund from them each month so my cost is only $115 per month."