"I love Seasonique. I have only been on it for five weeks but I have an increased sex drive and I haven't gained any weight I have lost weight but that's because I am on a healthy diet and workout more. The one thing I have noticed is my breasts are bigger. They are a little on the tender side but nothing too much. I have noticed I have more pimples but not too many. But yes for me Seasonique has been the best I love it!"


"I have been on birth control for 5 years now. I switched to Apri about a year ago and didn't think anything of it. I also suffer from Bipolar disorder and not long after that I had a lot of issues with that and ended up being hospitalized and having my meds re-evaluated. On top of that, I gained about 40 pounds. Because I had issues previously I never attributed them to Apri. I had been on birth control for so long, I just assumed they were all the same. 2 weeks ago I switched to an IUD and I've already lost 5 pounds out of no where despite having worked my butt off for months trying to loose weight with hardly any success. While Apri may not have been the direct cause of my 'episode', I definitely attribute it to my weight gain."


"I loved the Implanon for the first year of use.  It was easy, painless, and effective.  I barely got a period the entire first year on it. (Awesome!) It also had no effect on my high blood pressure. I would have recommended it to anyone 10/10 times.

Now that I have had it for a year and a half, I change my mind.  I have read that it becomes less effective in preventing PMS symptoms over time and it has proven to be true.

The past 4 months I have been randomly bleeding for days on end, multiple times a month. Painful cramps and intense mood swings. I just made an appointment to have it removed.

Everyone is different, but I would most recommend the Implanon for a year of use.  Definitely worth it for that period of time."


"My doctor prescribed this medicine due to on-going chest pain. I have now been taking it for 1 week and have a headache everyday. Nothing seems to help stop them. I have taken aspirin, Tylenol and even acetaminophen with codeine for relief and so far none have worked. The headache is constant throughout the day and is throbbing and causes dizziness. The good side is the chest pain has gone away. I'm considering stopping this medicine as the headaches are pretty bad."


"I used this for the full five years after having my 2 kids.  I had no side effects except perhaps that my weight stabilized at a higher weight than pre-pregnancy days. My husband occasionally said he could feel the string. At the very end of use I had night sweats and extreme weight fluctuations (up and down by 20  lbs). I recommend getting it removed as soon as symptoms start. This was very cost effective long term although initially a high cost.  When considering the monthly cost of other forms this was less.  In addition with no periods, there was no cost for pads/tampons or pain medication for cramping.  I'm now back on pills, but miss the Mirena.  I now have mood swings, motivation issues, weight gain, acne, and normal period issues."


"I used Celexa for postpartum depression and it was like a miracle!  I had a sick baby and just thought I was a 'bad mom' and couldn't handle the stress.  My marriage took a big hit and my husband refused to have a 2nd child with me due to the depression/anxiety.  I spoke to my doctor when my son was 7-8 months old and went on 10 mg of Celexa.  It was like turning on a light in a dark room!  I sure wish I would have figured out what was wrong with me sooner!  I tried to go off after about a year, but the moodiness and irritability came back, so I went back on for another 6 months or so before successfully stopping.  Few side effects for me.  I would recommend!"


"Powerful and fast relief from Panic Attacks. I've had to carefully balance benzodiazepines because the higher the dose, the more likely I'll suffer withdrawal related rebound effects. Right now I'm at .5 mg x 3 as needed. I've been as high as 6mg. Less is more. Still, I've not found anything as effective as an alternative. Xanax just works, and fast."


"I was prescribed this medication for a tooth infection - 300mg 4 x day starting with a double dose as soon as I got the home. The night I took the first 2 pills, I immediately had several bouts of diarrhea. The next day when I moved down to 1 pill 4 x daily, I had more normal bowel motions. I did however stupidly take close to bedtime and without heeding the warning re: laying down. I woke up with the worst heartburn/chest pain. I just finished my pills and look forward to no more heartburn."


"A wonder drug.  I have been taking Enbrel for 3 years and it works great.  Today, I feel ten years younger than I did 3 years ago."


"I acquired light induced vertigo after visiting a Christmas shop that contained a whole room filled with brightly lit trees. I am extremely dizzy and nauseous if I do not take meclizine 3 times a day. I have absolutely no side effects but I am concerned about the long term effects from the meclizine."


"I went to a different provider for my birth control, where they gave me Lutera instead of Aviane.  I had been on Aviane for three years with no problems but they did not carry that brand and Lutera was its equivalent.

I was on Lutera for three months and each month, during my period, I would also get an AWFUL yeast infection.

After the third infection, I switched back to Aviane and did not get another yeast infection.  The physician said it may have been caused  by a "filler" in the Lutera pill."


"Very very fast heartbeat in the middle of the night.   Thought I was going to die it was  pumping out of my chest."


"I love it. It is a very effective product. I have had it for 1 year as of September 4th 2015. Bare with it! The beginning sucks. Spotting was insane, super long periods, and and back to back periods. After a few months, nothing. I haven't spotted or had a period in 3 months. My face is clear. No weight gain. Mood swings around the time I'm supposed to be on my period and minimal acne around that time as well. I've recommended this to many of my friends and they all say the same thing. If you can handle the initial spotting etc. It is perfect plus its changed every 3 years!!! Awesome."


"I have been on Qsymia for 6 months and have lost 51 lbs. I have diabetes and was taking insulin R & N 60 units each a day. I no longer take insulin, only pills. I have had no side effects. I see my doctor every 3 months. Qsymia has worked for me. My wife also takes Qsymia and has lost 50lbs and lowered her blood pressure to normal with no side effects."


"Within several hours of taking Pletal for my leg pains due to PAD I began to experience severe headaches. I stayed on the medicine for one week hoping it would subside. It remained constant so I discontinued taking it."


"It's been terrible I have my period all the time. I've had to be put on depression/anxiety medicine. I've also gained 20lbs that I can not lose! I would never recommend this birth control to any one. Even though I know it's just about impossible to become pregnant I constantly feel like I am! It makes me quite nervous!"


"I have UC for 12 years, I was in remission for a few years and then all of a sudden I had a flare up, I have been one this medication for almost 2 months. When I first started on it, it helped for like a week or so. I had swelling in my face and joints and sore muscles and headaches. My doctor told me to stick with it so my body could adjust properly and it helped but didnt stop my issues. For the last week I have been going to the bathroom 10 times a day. Me and my doctor are now trying to figure out the next step."


"Well after reading the reviews I'm not so worried about the fact that I haven't had my period for 2 months. I've definitely been freaking out and took 5 pregnancy tests in the past 2 months (even though I've only had sex twice, I just had to be sure, lol.) It would have been nice if my doctor would have mentioned that this was one of the side effects instead of me finding it out on my own, after 2 months of a normal cycle. She put me on this pill because I was experiencing daily discharge with the generic Tri-cyclen. That has ceased to be a problem since starting this particular kind of pill. I have not had any negative side effects, other than not having my period (sure it's no picnic but it gives me peace of mind every month)."


"After 3 days of taking went to Dr with stroke like symptoms Dr said it was common with this drug"


"I have had sciatica nerve pain for over a year. The depart of labor has not been very coperative with my doctors. My sciatic nerve pain as well as lower back pain has gotten worse month by month, this is due to a fall at work, the 5-325 only seems to work when used with muscle relaxers as well as pain medication for anti-inflammation/pain. I wake up daily with pain, after taking the pain meds I can function thoughout the day. But taking 5-325  by itself does nothing to control the pain. I have to take all three at once twice a day. When I'm  physically active (doing dishes, sweeping, or preparing food), my pain increases 3x for the next 2 days. I have to take all 3 meds at least 3 times a day. Plz dept of labor approve the surgery. Thx"


"I don't have panic or depression problems. I have sleeping problems. I fall asleep fine, but wake up around 2 AM and cannot go back to sleep because my mind is too active thinking about stupid stuff like movies, lawn mowers, hunting, visiting my grandkids, working on my car, music, planned projects, football, YOU NAME IT. I take Xanax when I wake up earky and can't sleep. Xanax makes me go back to sleep almost immediately and I wake up around 6 AM feeling great. I have not noted any side effects, but I take it only when needed."


"I spoke with my doctor about good ways to quit smoking, and since mine was primarily related to stress, we decided to try Wellbutrin XL.  So far I am very pleased.  The internal arguments regarding purchasing cigarettes which I kept losing previously, I am now easily replying, 'nope', and so have been able to quickly and simply ignore a craving.  I have noticed some mental fogginess, and a bit of lowering inhibition because doing things which before would have caused more anxiety now receive more of a 'it's all good' attitude.  Supposedly this is nonaddictive/habit forming, so I plan to speak with my doctor and wean myself off after a few months of no smoking."


"After trying Omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), and other over the counter proton pump inhibitors over the years, I found they were not doing the trick. I had a perpetual sore throat for a few months, and finally went to the ENT who said the acid was burning my esophagus. He put me on Dexilant, which cured that after about 3 weeks. I stayed on it for a few months, the sore throat went away completely and I never had acid problems after that.

This is expensive, but worth it! It is the best thing out there, and the trick to taking it is you have to take first thing in the morning, 30 mins before any food on empty stomach. If you have ANY food in your stomach, you will get diarrhea."


"It helps with muscle spasm somewhat. I'm also on Adderal at the same time. "


"I've had problem with my depression since I was 9 years old. I always thought about harming myself and thought bad about myself. Alprazolam has changed my life forever. I can go out with my friends and live my life."


"Works very well for me. Obsessive thoughts occur very infrequently and when they do occur I am able to brush it off as the drug has reduced my anxiety.  My side effects of drowsiness lasted about one to two weeks.  I also find that the mineral magnesium is also helpful.  Daily exercise is also part of my treatment and is great for reducing stress and anxiety as well as burning off excess adrenaline."


"It was incredibly convenient and I don't regret having it for all of 3 years but I will be removing it ASAP. I had the insertion in 2012. There was minimal discomfort during the insertion. Note that I pride myself with having a high tolerance for pain.
Initially, the first few months I experienced new pms symptoms like lower back pain and heavy bleeding as expected. Then periods normalized, were heavier, but nothing I wasn't warned about. Then I had 3 great years of worry free sex.
Most recently, my cramps have been intense enough to require medication. Now my husband reminds me that I said I would take it out last month, every month. I will be removing it. Other symptoms: hair loss & weight gain, though I can't be sure of the cause."


"This stuff is great for nerve pain. I have 2 herniated discs in my lower back and 1 in my neck along with a pinched nerve. It takes away my neck pain when narcotic pain relievers and muscle relaxers combined didn't. Taking it alone causes drowsiness. "


"Started Stribild January 2014. CD4 was 900, viral load 16000 at time I started. After 20 days I had bloods done to check how it was working including liver, kidney function tests and bone density test. Results where outstanding. After just 20 days CD4 was 1200 and viral load undetectable. Kidney and liver working normal and bone density normal. I take it in the morning with food. In the first week I suffered very slight side effects, loose stool and slight dizziness within two hours of taking it. Now feel no side effects at all. In fact feel like I have a lot more energy.  I recommend this medicine it works really well."


"Therapist thinks I have bipolar II. I was taking cymbalta, trazadone and klonopin. I am now only on 40mg of Latuda and klonopin. I feel like a zombie. I have no desire to speak when I'm with friends. I've found myself drooling sometimes, letting a small amount of drool drip out. Very embarrassing. I often find myself staring out into nothing. I have trouble keeping still most days. I have to take it with food or I will become very nauseous. Also I must take it before bed because it makes me drowsy. I don't like this medication. I used to be more full of life even if I was depressed under the surface. Now I'm just a bump on a log with nothing to say. Makes me sad about this."


"I got my Implant in 2007 and had light periods for 3 months. Then I totally stopped having them. But since August of last year I've had them unexpectedly, especially since January. I've been bleeding non-stop for a month and a half now. I've had no weight gain, but I have had a lot of acne and lower back pain. I've also had lots of migraines and had pain in both of my breasts. It feels like someone just slugged me. I would not recommend this to anyone."


"I had been on Tri-Sprintec for a year and a half after switching from Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo because of the cost.  I only had to stop taking it because after all of this time I started having bad breakthrough bleeding. I couldn't  believe it after over a year!  I did experience weight gain and an increase in appetite earlier, but it went away after the first couple of months.  Overall I really liked Tri-Sprintec until the last two months."


"When I began Nexplanon in Oct. 2015, I was 10 months into breastfeeding my daughter (my second child). Nexplanon was the best fit for my busy life.  I had absolutely NO problems with it while I was breastfeeding. No acne, no bleeding, no weight gain, no mood swings, no pregnancy scares..PERFECT! That is until I weaned my daughter April 2016. As I dried up, I had INTENSE uterine pain for 2-3 week . I have continually bled since I weaned her. I have the worst mood swings, acne, tiredness and lack of sex drive. I wouldn't recommend this to ANYONE who isn't breastfeeding! My relationship has suffered greatly and my emotional instability has made parenting a challenge with two toddlers! Getting Nexplanon removed this week and never looking back!"


"I was a 3 pack a day smoker for over 20 years.  I smoked cigarettes since I was a teenager.  Chantix saved my life. I tried to quit smoking so.many times but couldn't.  I had the most awesome dreams on Chantix but I had no cravings after the first week.  Thank for creating chantix."


"I've been on Aubagio for 7 months. I just had a new MRI to check progress, and MRI showed no new activity. This is the first treatment medication that I've been able to handle, after trying every single other. Love it."


"This is a horrible horrible drug. I had an pharmacological abortion in November 2014 on the same day I was administered a shot of depot provera and was due another one in February 2015. I was bleeding for the whole 3 months without stopping. Went to GP who send me for a scan to exclude any tissue from termination left in the uterus. Everything was clear. Blood test was good.  I refused further depot shots and said I want to have normal periods back. It is August now - 6 months from the date when I was due another shot and I am still bleeding erratically. I do have a bit more bleeding that I think is my period for around 1-2  weeks and then it stops for 1-2 days and then spotting returns. I am furious and extremely worried."


"I took this for anxiety panic attacks and depression from 2002 to 2003. It helped me tremendously. I literally felt it "kick in" after about 8 or 9 days of taking it. I was VERY skeptical of all medicines ang almost didn't take it. But thank goodness I did! It made me feel like everything was "smooth sailing". I Gradually weened myself off it because I could not afford the doctor appointments required as part of my treatment plan. IT was like returning from an exciting vacation when I stopped the Prozac. But I am now strongly considering it again due to tremendous stress in my life, I have become practically a recluse. Anyway, it worked for me!"


"Prescribed BuSpar for anxiety and panic disorder.  This medicine seems to be a much better option for me than the SSRI drugs.  The side effects experienced are dizziness, tingling in the fingertips, vivid dreams and the occasional stomach ache.  Been taking 5mg, 5 times a day. I do also compliment the medicine with the occasional 0.25mg Xanax when needed.  After 3 weeks I do notice a big difference in the amounts of anxiety and a elimination of symptoms, which used to work their way to the panic stage. So far between these medicines, daily exercise, self education, and therapy I seem to be making some progress. I would recommend giving it a try."


"I have poison ivy every year for the last 6 yrs I have seen drs / emergency rooms and they never help me they only told me to used Benadryl. I have it infected and nobody ever prescribe anything. It last for more than a month but this year I went to see a new doctor and he prescribed this cream for me and as soon he applied to my rash I feel the difference is like magic. I went Wednesday night and today is Friday and is almost drying out. Finally something works for me I'm so happy, expensive but worth it."


"The only medication that works for me."


"I was on Reclipsen for at least a year. My periods were always set and wouldn't last a full week, they'd generally last around 3 days with moderate bleeding. I never got any acne really, I would maybe get one pimple a month closer to when I was about to start my period. My mood seemed fine. I never had any spotting. Now that I think about it I did have a lower sex drive.  Overall, I would recommend Reclipsen! I recently switched birth control through no choice of my own but I'm seriously debating on going back to Reclipsen."


"My first injection at home: physician-provided dose of papaverine + 3 regitine with added 20 mcg of PGE1 mixture in amount of 30 cc was very painful and lasted over 3 hours until relieved with standard dose of Sudafed.  The pain was intense at about 9 out of 10 with 10 being the highest. My penis felt like it was engorged beyond capacity, or like it was being forcefully bent while fully erect, although in reality the erection was only about at 70% and declining.  While the erection was declining, the pain held constant. Health care professional recommended reducing to 10 or 15 cc dose.  This had the same result in pain intensity but less stiffness and duration of erection.  At about 35% stiffness, the pain stayed at 100% of original."


"I've been taking this medicine for about 4/5 years now and I must say, experiencing horrific periods since 11. This medicine has helped me a lot, I'm now 16 and with the help with medicine I can now socialize better knowing that I don't have to worry about leaking. However, I have had previous scares of blood clots and I'm wondering if I'm at any risk whiles taking the dosage which I have been prescribed? Although my doctor knows of these scares so I'm guessing that it must be safe."


"Robaxin worked well to relieve the muscle spasm I had, but unfortunately it kept me up the WHOLE night and I have to go to school in 2 hours. So, I guess I sit on the fence, it works quite well to relieve muscle spasms in my back, but the insomnia makes it more trouble than it's worth."


"I've been taking Contrave for lmost 4 weeks.  I was ravenous the first two weeks.  I increased as prescribed to the 4 pills per day and have been working out (bootcamp) and watching my food intake.  Yet. I'm still hungry and cravings haven't subsided.   I don't know how much longer I should stay on this to see if it kicks in.  It doesn't seem to be working for me unfortunately."


"My two friends got the Nexplanon implant one month before I did, and they had no complaints so I decided to get it as well (Jan 17), now it is April 17 and I could not be happier with it. The three of us (all 20 years old) all got our periods once (which were slightly heavier than usual) and since then our periods have disappeared!!! We have had no side effects, cramping, or depression which we experienced while on the pill. I have recommended this to so many friends- not having your period is amazing."


"After having poor results with several antidepressants, I started Viibryd. I only need 5-10 mg to feel a profound result. I eat really clean and exercise every day, so that may be part of why I need less. My doctor actually became emotional when he said he thought this was the right drug. I was suicidal and getting up in the morning was a monumental task. I couldn't focus on my family and social anxiety was high. I prayed that my body could adjust and it has. When I occasionally up my dose I have severe diarrhea but I just take an OTC to treat it. Insomnia was a problem at first but no longer is. I don't feel totally like myself, a little drugged, and my short term memory is very challenged. But it's worth it. I can function fully now."


"I got my insertion done on April 2011 and it is now August 2011 and I am not having any problems with it, except for my skin. I have had only 2 periods since starting and no spotting in between. As I mentioned above only complaint is that in the past 3 weeks my acne/skin has become red and an increase in breakouts. Even with this I am staying on it because it's great not having to worry about getting pregnant because I forgot to take a pill - it is worth it!"


"Had gout in wrist & knee, 5 days on Naproxen hadn't shifted it. Blood showed UR as normal so got sent to the emergency room. After xrays & more blood tests Dr decided it was gout & prescribed 3 days of colchine. Apparently it works best at the start of an attack so might be wrongly prescribed. My experience was both feet got gout with no easing of pain in other joints while taking it. I got the well known side effect but the effect on the gout was worse than neutral."


"I'm 23 years old and have been struggling with what I thought was acne for the past 4 years. However, after a particularly bad outbreak that was mistaken as a staph infection, I have been given the diagnosis of granulomas rosacea, a subtype of type 2 rosacea. Dermatologists decided to treat this with oral antibiotics, of which I had allergic reactions to. I was feeling hopeless until I did my own research and discovered Soolantra. I called my dermatologist same day and asked for a prescription. Best decision ever. My cystic "acne" bumps from the rosacea cleared up within one month and have remained clear. I noticed significant improvement within one week. Still have the redness, but that's easy to cover with makeup!"


"Not once but twice woke up during 2 separate procedures for colonoscopies, with doctors trying to force air out.   Drug is way too mild."


"Cozaar did work better at lowering my pressure than the previous medication I was on which was metropolol however , it caused weight gain . A lot of it and fast . I quickly went off of it and chose something to help to help lower my blood pressure . So yes it works but becareful of the side effects"


"I am a 44 year old married mother of three. My doctor suggested Mirena for heavy bleeding as well as birth control. I told him I would think about it and have spent the last month reading everything I could about the product. It did not look good and I almost decided against it. The reviews I read were very frightening! I scheduled another appointment to discuss my concerns and he assured me that every woman is different and I should give it a try. I had the Mirena placed yesterday afternoon. It was so easy! Immediately after my husband and I went out for dinner with friends. Mild cramps for about 30 mins. It's like it never happened! Looking forward to 5 years of worry free sex and no periods."


"I take this to stimulate my apetite. It does just that, I've gained about 6th in a month."


"Have lost 53 lbs since 9-12.  Now having bad stomach cramps hope it is not the Victoza.  Will find out Monday.  Still have some nausea and vomit occasionally, but is my own fault for eating too much. I drink only water with meals to avoid filling up with the gas from sodas.  Take 1.8.  It works for me.  Am also a Type 2 and take 1000mg metformin each day."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"This is my 6th bowel prep & the worst tasting ever. It did the job. I'm 2 hours post first round. My butt is on fire, I'm weak, & freezing. Had my husband stop & get me some Miralax & Gatorade for my morning round. No way am I even attempting to drink another sip. I gagged the first one down, barely. I will refuse this prep. I have Crohn's & scopes are pretty regular. "


"After 4 years of trying alternatives for my depression/anxiety, such as meditation, yoga and exercise, I had returned to a very black hole and a very hopeless feeling. I spent Christmas all alone in my house, angry, vulnerable and lonely.  I have returned to medication and have been on Prozac for 2 weeks. It has not fully kicked in yet.  I feel a loss of appetite, very tired at times but on the flip side, I am slowly starting to become involved in more activities.  Today I completed all my ironing, which laid on my chair for 6 months, cleaned the house and could actually concentrate on reading a book."


"I've been on Prozac 20mg for two and a half weeks. I'm still hiding under the duvet. I also take Alprazolam for anxiety. Can anyone tell me how much longer I've got to wait to feel well again."


"I finally realized over a decade of having suicidal thoughts and images continue in my head and chronic emotional pain that would always keep coming back strong that I needed help. Since I've used Celexa it has honestly changed my life. I still feel emotions. I'm still sad sometimes. But I see the light at the the end of the tunnel every day now. I am grateful every day. I never want to go back to how I felt. For so long I was in denial, but it truly did help me."


"When I was 16 I went on it for only a month, though I was prescribed for 9, on 80mg a day. I don't like, and regret a lot. While I was on it I averaged 1-2 nosebleeds a day, sore lips, soreness, blah blah, but that doesn't really bother me that much, but for the first month after the medication, I could NOT get an erection, just like that. No sex drive. I'm back to 50 percent now, but it won't go up anymore."


"I have had pretty bad skin for about four years now; usually just large whiteheads in my T-Zone in particular, but they seem to scar awfully and it was really starting to affect my confidence. I had tried everything and nothing seemed to work, but then I went to my doctor and he prescribed me with Duac. I have never been so thankful! In around three months of use my skin has almost completely cleared up, and my scars have faded so much! I have experienced no itchiness or burning on application; I'm not sure if this is because I moisturize before I put the product on, but I would recommend doing so."


"I am on day nine of this medicine. Started 20mg three days ago. It has helped with the depression but has not helped with my panic attacks so far. I'm hoping good things will come after a little more time."


"Before this birth control I had very irregular, very painful, and very heavy periods. Along with that I had "abnormal" hair growth and fluctuating breast size. Since starting this all of these things have improved immensely. I love knowing when my period will come, it's so much more tolerable and lighter then I literally thought possible. The downsides, I have tender breasts (not bad though), occasional nausea, and acne. I've never had acne before, but it is something I am able to control and deal with easily. OH! The best part, I'm not pregnant!
Everyone reacts differently to different birth controls. If you have way out of wack hormones like I did, I highly suggest this birth control. Besides, it's inexpensive."


"I had been prescribed this by my MD.  I have Crohn's for past 6 years after first being diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis (UC) in 03'.  Had colon removed due to UC for "cure" in 05'.  I go between constipation and diarrhea normally since operation, but diarrhea mostly b/c no I have no colon.   Been having problems with constipattion, bloating & feeling toxic on & off for past several months.  The first day I tried this I was having such severe abdominal cramping.  I went one time whet there was moderate diarrhea, (again normal because I can't form solid stool due to no colon).  After that I was on and off the toilet MULTIPLE times with little coming out, but enough to excoriate my butt.  Couldn't even keep up with cream I was using.  The awful cramping continued."


"I've been using this for 5 years now, no side effects."


"I have been taking Metoprolol for about 14 years and have not had any side effects."


"I have had the Nexplanon since August. After two weeks of it being inserted, I've had non-stop bleeding since then. Period is still ongoing, most of it is light. The worst part of this was the anxiety worsening depression. My mood swings are out of control. I don't know how to handle myself. I don't know who I am anymore. All I do is overthink things and it scares me too much. I'm removing my implant next week and hopefully these effects are gone..."


"I was diagnosed with Papillary Carcinoma in early 2006. My thyroid was removed and tested positive. I was put on Synthroid and Cytomel for one week, then dropped the latter. I slowly went downhill physically and mentally. I gained a lot of weight, and I could not concentrate for any length of time. I could not return to work. An angel gave me the name of a doctor who would prescribe Armour Thyroid.  Within a week I began to feel better. Soon I felt better than I had in a long time. I returned to work and have stayed healthy ever since. Armour Thyroid is the only way to go for me."


"Bactrim has been very effective for me, and I've taken it on and off for seven years. I have had no serious side effects (at least none which manifested as of now), and the Bactrim does a good job of controlling my acne. Side effects are a big deal in acne medication (Accutane dried my skin and tetracycline caused ear ringing). While I occasionally get a breakout while on Bactrim, the severity and frequency of the acne has decreased. On a side note, I've found my acne is most well behaved with a low or no dairy diet."


"I have been taking this drug for about 4 years.  Went in depression anxiety, and chronic insomnia.  I take 5 mg when I do take it and it works very well for me.  I have never experienced any of the horror stories that others have.  It immediately improved my mood, depression and anxiety as it finally allowed me to sleep.  I try not to take it more than 3 times a week to avoid dependency on it.  Sometimes I go weeks without it, sometimes 2 weeks straight on it due to situational anxiety."


"I started Loestrin 24 to regulate my periods. But I didn't like being on the pill, I gained weight, had mood swings, and lost my sex drive. I always felt bloated and it was so uncomfortable. The only good thing that came from taking this pill was that after I stopped taking it my periods stayed consistent."


"I started having allergies about two years ago during the spring and I never took any medications for it. I have two cats, and during this time of year my eyes get red and "poofy", the back of my throat itches badly, I have phlegm when I cough, and my nose is always congested, itchy and runs at the same time. When I sneeze I have to blow my nose about ten times to get all the mucus out. I started taking Claritin about 3 weeks ago, and immediately I noticed no red and itchy dry eyes and my throat is relaxed but I still had my crazy nasal congestion, itchy and runny nose. About a week ago I bought Claritin-D 24 hour dose, and I am amazed. I am able to breath again - through my nose. I highly recommend this medicine."


"I'm not sure if it is too early too speak but I'm 18 years old and have had crippling depression for 2 years now and have been suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder since I was 8 years old. A year and a half ago my GAD decided to plague my relationship with my wonderful boyfriend of two and a half years. It's a pretty rare condition but I have self-diagnosed myself with ROCD (relationship obsessive compulsive disorder)

I have now been on Effexor for 2 months now. My G.P put me on it after crippling depression. It began working right away and I am now a much happier person. Although my anxiety is not gone, I am able to have a healthy relationship with my boyfriend. This is a miracle."


"I just started with no side effects. The injections are quite painless and very easy to do. I'm hoping this will help my hips. Only 51 and really need this medicine to help me. Good luck everybody with these. Get strong and healthy bones."


"I had to stop taking Cymbalta after the first pill (30mg) caused side effects for me. Nausea, chills and hot flashes, cold sweats, no appetite, insomnia. Too much for me but I know this medicine has worked great for others, just not for me."


"Hard to know if it works,i've been on it for two years following surgery,aortic valve replacement,vsd repair,maze procedure..Two month ago I had an Afib episode. When my heart feel off,this medicine helps control the symptoms but overall with the combination of losartan and warfarin, I feel,tired,depressed,I'm sun sensitive,get unexplained rashes,have a low sex drive,diarrea...considering it didn't help relapsing al I want to do is stop using it."


"I absolutely LOVE this pill. I'm 22 now, but I started it back in May of 2006 and stopped in March of 2007 (due to me not being sexually active anymore). During this time I had absolutely no side effects. I did gain a bit of weight, but I attribute that to me being lazy and starting college without exercising regularly. Flash forward a few years, I decided to start taking it again. I'm on week 3 and like before, I haven't had any problems whatsoever. I'm exercising better than I have before and have been losing weight successfully.

All women have different bodies, so what may work for some may not be effective for others."


"Awesome form of birth control. I been on its since December 2014. It has not failed me once. My periods with out BC are every month with BC it's every two to three months witch is great. Also I have noticed the only side effect for me is when I'm going to start my menstural I'll develop a little bit of acne otherwise great method and I'm going to renew it for another three years."


"Lexapro has helped me in a lot of ways. Maybe because I paired it with a mood stabilizer... I don't know. I feel numb a lot of the time but I have found that I am more calm and respond better than I used to, in certain situations I couldn't face before. It has also controlled my appetite and I don't feel like stuffing my face, all the time, like I used to. My only complaint, it makes it hard to sleep, sometimes, and I am very addicted to it. If I go over 24 hours without taking it, my skin starts to crawl and my mind starts to race.

But, hey, being on Lexapro is the only thing that works for my bipolar disorder. And those who have bipolar disorder, like me, know what living with it is like. Pretty awful."


"I gained weight from the Depo shot. I was extremely sick on the pills. The Ortho Evra patch was a gateway to happiness. I had multicystic ovaries that made life uncomfortable for me from random pains and swelling to uncomfortable sex. I tried many different contraceptives and the patch is the only one that helped. My only complaints is the residue from the patch breast tenderness (although I did go up a size and my sex drive went way up). My husband hides from me now haha. Make sure you use as directed.  Skipping a few days on The switcharoo will throw your period off."


"Had unprotected sex with an early-stage boyfriend. We got caught up and he finished inside me. Took Plan B about 8 hours later. No side effects, no pregnancy. Period came exactly on time and was normal (light/no cramping) Best thing ever for accidents."


"I just started my second week and my face feels slightly better .. First week was horrible I broke out I guess it takes all the dirt out at first and then clears your face.. ( hopefully ).  I was about to give up the first week I really went through a hard depression phase but my mother a pharmacist overwhelmed me with motivation.  Guys I promise you just have to be patient. My second week is so much better and I am also using differin gel which helps too.   I apply it at night and papulax lotion . Drink lots of water and be patient. Good luck"


"Rgdadad,
Your story sounds exactly like mine. I'm currently on 25mg, Day 13 not feeling better yet. I had severe attack last night."


"Xanax helps improve my mood, but only when I'm really anxious. Otherwise, it does nothing for my mood and actually causes my psychomotor retardation to become worse.

If your depression is heavily influenced by your anxiety, this drug will probably work well for you. Otherwise, unless your depression causes significant agitation, I'd suggest staying away from this drug."


"I've been on Saphris about 2 weeks now and the nausea has been terrible, not sure how much longer I'll stick with it. I don't feel I've gotten any better, in fact. Not sure what to do next."


"I never felt better when I woke up. Straight 7 hours 45 min sleep. If I am not mistaken this is the first time since 2002 for that much and straight sleeping. Thanks who ever made Silenor."


"Weight loss: I lost 21lbs in 4 months:

Better mood=Less appetite=More exercise

Lost craving to carbs. Instead, crave protein. Hike and swim every other day.

Sex drive went down,  not to zero though. Maybe from 8 to 3. (Male) but feeling so much better overall. Wellbeing without sex. Weird but possible.

Once daily 50mg. Welcome to the new me. This is the first antidepressant I ever took. In summary, feel happier and lost 21lbs (from 221 to 200).  More productive at work. Self employed, lost money to depression. Now much better, back to the rat race and loving it. Btw Tramadol metabolises better in some people based on ancestry, so I read. It works for me (Sicilian descent). *Note: most doctors are reluctant to prescribe tram for depression"


"Dr prescribed this antibiotic for tonsil infection for my 17 year old son. After 2 rounds od 500 mg the infection did not clear... so far no side effects. After this, the doc ordered 10 more days od the same and two days later my son had severe diahrrea with blood in it. He was weak and we stopped immediately. The excess of this. Antibiotic caused an stomach infection that needs to be treated with a different antibiotic. Horrible side effects. I recommend getting another AB if all possible. It did not work for us."


"I've been on this birth control for a few months now and I love it! I was very concerned about side effects, but after sharing my concerns with my lady doctor, she suggested I try this pill. My breasts were a bit tender for the first few weeks, but that's it. My breasts grew, my periods are now only 3 days long and no PMS. I love it!"


"Worst experience of my life on this implant. I finally got it taken out today after 7 months of chest discomfort, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, horrible mood swings, crazy anxiety (for the first time in my life) and panic attacks. I saw multiple doctors multiple times and all dismissed the implant as having any of the negative effects I was experiencing. My doctor even wanted to put me on an anxiety med. When I looked it up for myself I was shocked and saddened by the amount of women that have experienced the exact same things. Don't do it, so not worth the risk of going through the hell I've been experiencing. I cannot wait to get these hormones out of my system and feel better :("


"This was my first time using suprep .  My Dr. Ordered 2 kits to be used . One the day before , with a liquid diet , and one the day of the procedure .  He also wrote Zofran ( for nausea) to be taken 30 minutes prior to each dose .  That helps tremendously . A few tips I discovered to help get it down .

     1) use a large straw with a bendable neck .  You can get more volume down and move your nose away from the smell of the prep!

      2) cut line wedges to suck immediately after swallowing prep.  It cuts the bitter aftertaste .

      3) I chased each gulp with lemonade. It seemed to help mask the taste of the prep.

All 4 doses down and waiting for my procedure .

YOU CAN DO THIS !!!!"


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"This was awful. I was given cheaper Gavilyte N, and thought I'd handle it well. No. After six glasses I started gagging on the stuff, then I laid scream-crying in pain on the floor for an hour after I was supposed to see effects. I was in agony. I am giving this a two instead of a 1 because, after way too long, my system did start clearing out. Not worth it. I'm still in pain a day later.

Had to use something else to finish bowl prep because my body was rejecting it."


"I have taken Contrace for a month now. The first week I saw decreased appetite but not so much after that. Went to my first month weigh in and lost 1 pound. My doctor wants me to stay on it for 3 months, I am game! Hope month 2 will be better!"


"Having had severe bouts of RLS going back as far as 1995, I was finally put on Ropinirol approx 1yr ago by my Primary Doctor. He started me off on

.25 mg.  Over the past months I have gone to 1 mg.

I have experienced no Restless Leg for the last month. Unbelievable! What's more, no side effects!  Even better!

I have leveled off at 1 mg and I am totally grateful for the results!"


"I only had to take this once a day for about 7 days. It is expensive but most insurances cover it. It really made a significant difference in just a few days. I loved this because I have trouble remembering to take medication more then once a day."


"I was on 37.5 mg for a week and had planned to up the dose to 75mg. I could tell it was helping with my postpartum anxiety and depression, but the side effects were terrible for me. Extreme fatigue and vomiting. Not good with two small children. We switched to another medication."


"I'm on week 2 almost week three. My face didn't dry up like my doctor said it would. But I did however get easily sunburnt and I have THE worst break out I think I've ever had since starting on it. I want to hide my face in a brown paper bag. My chin is literally swollen from the amount of breakouts this stupid cream has given me. I'm not impressed one bit."


"I have been on Depo since last August (3 shots).  I love it!  I had two pill pregnancies, so obviously, I had to get on something that I didn't have to worry about remembering.  In the first 4 months, I did have some bleeding issues (I would spot for weeks at a time), but I haven't had a period in a long time.  I haven't experienced any of the other side effects either.  I love it and I recommend it all the time!"


"Itchy, sore to touch, don't sleep well the nights its applied. This is my second treat for bcc, the first with aldara got infected and subsequently scarred, all bcc were on chest area, the first is completely gone, the second I'm 3 weeks through a 4 week treatment, can't wait to be finished although end results are acceptable for the pain and irritation that you go through"


"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 have been on 20 mg of Lexapro for over a year now. After a bumpy first couple of weeks - mainly insomnia and nausea - Lexapro has been extremely effective in reducing my anxiety in everyday situations that used to cause me much angst.  It has also put a stop to ruminating and obsessive thoughts."


"Taste bad, but it's working as prescribed. I took it before colonoscopy, which didn't show anything abnormal, but my bowel movement after procedure is almost perfect, I think because its working also as intestine cleaner."


"I had knee surgery.  I can't tolerate hydrocodone so the Doctor prescribed Nucynta 50 mg. Took two after coming home from the surgery and felt psychotic. It took several hours to get over it.  I've since taken one, and just had mild stomach upset.  From the comments posted here, it seems you need to take it for a period of time before it starts working well. "


"I had my skyla inserted in January 2014, and I'm so glad I took that chance, because it's a truly awesome birth control. There is no daily pill, no monthly shot appointments, just one day of insertion and then you are good to go for three years. Yes, insertion is painful. It wasn't miserable, but it's uncomfortable and you will need at least a day of rest and recovery. I was not on my period at the time of my insertion, so that might have caused a little more pain also. This is my first form of birth control and I have not had kids or been pregnant. The worst side effects are that it will increase your cramps and menstrual pain, but it will get better over a few months. And it will change your period cycle, though it depends on your body!"


"I can't take oral hormones due to migraines.  I have also never had children.  Had the copper IUD inserted when I was 25.  Had no problems with it.  Switched to Mirena after 5 years.  My periods are always between 28 and 32 days.  I did not have any troubles with insertion and only took Advil before the appointment.  I have had no weight gain, no negative effects at all.  I did not have any coverage and have spent over $1000 on IUD's...completely worth it."


"I have always taken Bactrim for a UTI and it has always worked with zero side effects.  I took two every 12 hours for ten days and I'm perfectly fine now.
"


"have had several ailments from various injuries. in a six year span took it 4 times. The dosage as high as twenty as low as four. 6 on day 1; five on day 2; four on day 3; three on day 4; two on day 5 and one on day six (all prescriptions were taken in same/ similar regimen). Each time the pain did seemingly go away. But, over the long run my health began to decline in other ways. I still have my original injuries to contend with, as they worsen yet I have encountered new friends that are not necessarily hereditary. My number one issue is no more prednisone. Without it for about 8 years now (the last time I was prescribed I didn't take) my health, not injuries is improving. I do still have my injuries but my injuries are not life threatening."


"Recent colonoscopy confirmed no active inflammation.  Experiencing no side-effects.  Painless self-injector administered very 4 weeks.  The Only minor difficulties are dealing with the specialty pharmacy and properly disposing of the injectors."


"I started taking this medicine to help with my breathing issues caused by RA. The first thing I notices was a mild headache, joint pain had increased and both hands and feet were swollen, but I was told to give it a couple of weeks to adjust to the medicine. During week 2/3 my breathing got worse and I had a hard time lying on my back without chest pain, I had a stronger headache than in the beginning and it got increasing worse over the weeks, and nausea and stomach craps.  This medicine did nothing for me and made me feel worse, so I had to stop.

good luck."


"I was taking oxycontin 20   with oxycodone 15 for breakthrough qid for severe back pain/spinal stenosis. Previous surgery 30 years ago and no known surgery to help except the experimental approaches with cages to lift. I'm in the business so not interested. Anyway, knowing my pharmacology, I moved from oxycontin (4 hours half life to zohyrdro 8 hrs half life. And, its' spot on. Neither is a true BID drug but Zohydro comes close and gives you maybe 6-7 hours of good sleep and if you wake up with breakthrough, take an oxycodone, wait 45 minutesw and go back to bed. Don't take another zohydro. Fairly flexible. eally works well for me. So much better than force fitting a TID or even a QID oxycontin as a BID. Look at the pharmacodynamics please"


"Have tried SSRI and therapy  for SA and public speaking fears. So many events in my life have been spoiled by these issues. Propranolol fixed it once and for all. I always believed the problem originated in an inappropriate activation of fight or flight which this drug corrects. It is amazing."


"I took this medication everyday for about five years. I saw a big difference during the first few weeks and then, no more improvement. After two years, I asked my doctor if I could stop. Considering I was 14, he said it was the worst time to stop since it was the period where everyone has a lot. Scared, I listened to him for three more years until I decided to stop. I saw no change, so it was a vain fear. Now I really regret taking those pills. After a year without this medication, my immune system is still in pretty bad shape. I am always sick, I can't possibly hope not to get sick when there is someone sick around me. I got like five infections in less then two months during summer (vaginal, eyes, ears, dental after wisdom teethextraction"


"My father has been on Revatio for 20 months. His quality of life is greatly improved from the standpoint of adverse side effects he was experiencing while on another PAH medication.  His breathing issues are still well controlled and there are no side effects.  As for high insurance copays, Pfizer( manufacturer of Revatio) has a terrific Patient Assistance Program that is based on income.  Apply online at Pfizer.com.  The form is available there and must be completed by patient and prescribing physician.  There is no reason not to ask for financial help when it is available for your medications.  Most manufacturers have assistance programs so do a little bit of research and ask your doctor if he/she knows of any assistance."


"I've been taking Valtrex for almost 18 years for suppression of cold sores.  i would get them all the time before Valtrex, probably like 7 a year.  I started with a daily dose of 500mg and would get one every now and again.  I up it to 1 gram and haven't had an outbreak in more than 10 years!  Now, I'm back down to 500mg and if i feel an olutbreak coming on I'll put a little zoviraz on it with some DMSO after and the sore goes away within 30 minutes.  The combination works well.  Hope this helps."


"This birth control is awful. I've been on microgestin for almost two months now and I have nothing good to say about it. My anxiety is through the roof (I'm not generally an anxious person), I'm super moody (I'm normally a happy person), I'm extremely bloated 24/7 (I look 6 months pregnant), my hair keeps falling out, I'm nauseous, I just got over my period a week ago and now I have breakthrough bleeding (heavy bleeding), I already have horrid period cramps from PCOS but these microgestin cramps are almost unbearable. Seriously, just don't try this bc..."


"I feel compelled to post this for all of you considering getting an IUD. When I was considering getting mine, all the horror stories on the Internet made me so scared to get and IUD I backed out of the procedure as soon as I got to the doctor's office twice. I'm 20, and I've never been pregnant, so I thought it was going to be the most painful procedure I could imagine. I just got my liletta today, and having taken ibuprofen and a numbing shot, I felt close to nothing at all during the whole insertion process. Started cramping about 20 minutes later, but nothing nearly as bad as my worst menstrual cramps."


"An absolute saviour for me. Rosacea pustules had been increasing in quantity and intensity - terrible. Discovered Finacea Gel - it's an over the counter pharmacy medication in Australia and at only AUS$ 26 worth a try. Not much impact for the first four weeks, in fact possible worse. I persisted. Now 8 weeks in and the results are amazing. Rosacea has really settled down, few pustules, red marks faded, and skin generally much better texture. Very highly recommended - but do be patient and persist!"


"By no means a miracle drug but it really pulled me out of a deep depression.  After just a few days people began to notice a change in my appearance and mood for the better.  I began to take an interest in people and places.  I began to do the things I used to love again such as play the guitar and go to sporting events.

Side effects were:  really dry mouth which I did not mind because I switched from craving soda all the time to craving water instead.  Slight ringing in the ears.  I only sleep 6 or so hours a night but it's not a big deal because I'm more energetic now than I was when sleeping 9 hours.  "


"This is definitely one of those "everyone reacts differently" kind of birth controls. See how you react to a progestin only pill and then try this, they are very similar. For me, this little rod has been a nightmare.  I waited several months to see if my hormones/ periods would even out and they never did. I already struggled with depression and this made my moods totally unstable and made my depression and anxiety symptoms skyrocket. I also have a strangely heavy period every other week and experience more PMS symptoms because of it. I'm super fatigued all the time and achy fairly often. I also think the constant periods have made me seriously anemic which doesn't help with that. Proceed with caution."


"I've been on Belviq for about 6 weeks and am down 15lbs. This really works!  I still feel tired most of the time and have dry mouth, but the other side effects (lethargy, back ache, etc...) were mostly gone after the first week and now have completely disappeared. I've been overweight most of my life & have tried many diets and herbals with no weight loss.  This is really working for me. The only down side is the cost, my insurance doesn't cover it. (I downloaded the savings card from the website so my cost is 75 a month) and feeling tired most of the time."


"First I want to remind everyone that we all react differently to medications. If I would have gone off these reviews I wouldn't have ever started taking this birth control let alone any of them.  I have been on it a month now. The first week I had very high anxiety levels which was difficult to push through but after 10 days it subsided.  I do notice I am bloated pretty much all the time but with time I hope that will pass as well. I have had mild cramps every now and then. Otherwise I am fine. Don't let bad reviews scare you off. I would recommend this pill."


"I have used triazolam for over 20 years and it is the most effective medicine to help sleep. I have had no side effects. I would highly recommend this medication."


"I am currently on the trazodone, and while it is not as effective as the Seroquel in terms of a sleep aid, it works well when augmented with Zoloft for depression."


"After having migraines for about a year and trying Effexor which made me vomit, this medicine worked miracles for preventing my migraines. However, it made me extremely depressed and even suicidal. I had to get off and switch to Topamax."


"Worst medicine for bipolar I have tried, it made me extremely angry and irritable. I got extreme hot-flashes that got worst during the night, which prevented me from sleeping. It also made me feel more depressed and I actually gained weight on it. The withdrawals weren't that bad but the hot flashes haven't gone away completely. Not a good drug for me personally but I hope it works well for others."


"I'm only rating this a 9 because of a few side effects....mostly in the beginning.  Stomach aches and tmi loose bowels.  After about 6 weeks hep c wasn't detected in my blood anymore.  I have about 3 weeks left of this treatment.  My energy comes and goes but I have depression so I'm on other meds.  I feel as if they don't interact well with the harvoni...but finishing this treatment is my goal.  I will be tested when I'm done and then a few months afterwards.  I'm very thankful"


"I have taken my first dosage and my BMs have lasted five hours since I started it (so far) and by now everything is clear. I do NOT understand how they give the same dosage of two bottles to everyone. I am 20, 5'5 and 115. How can someone much larger than me take the same dose? Am considering not taking second."


"Started taking 3-4 yrs ago in early 50's while transitioning from RR into SP. Early on saw subtle improvement with only mild constipation, but was unable to go without AFO.  Past year in SP, balance and gait worsened where use AFO & cane fulltime.  Decided a month ago to stop taking.  Balance much better.  Gait seems unaffected.  Living  with SP is definitely different from RR."


"I had a lesion removed on my face with electro cautery. Being over 60, even a scrape takes two weeks to heal and scars. After 1 week scab fell off and skin like new.  This is a wonder drug.  Who knows, might even have a few stem cells floating around as magic bullets
Problem is $$$$$$$ and hard to get"


"Have COPD and am taking this for mucus and cough every 4 hours.  Can't swallow pill so taking liquid.  The taste is so strong it sometimes makes me cough forever.  Can a small amount of water be added to dose?"


"Within half an hour, the headache has totally subsided.  sometimes need a second dose.  It does cause my skin to feel sensitive to heat and my throat feels tight for about 2 hours but the headache and all symptoms are totally gone.  Brilliant"


"I've been on Yaz for almost two years now and I wouldn't change it for anything. It was my first birth control and I love it. I take it at night at a set time and it doesn't cause any side effects such as nausea. I reccomend Yaz to everyone. It really does work!"


"I take Topamax daily and Imitrex injections as needed.  My Imitrex injections weren't working for me so my doctor prescribed Fioricet and it takes care of my headaches almost immediately."


"I have Ankylosing Spondylitous and  have suffered for 30 years with muscle spasms the whole time. Ive been on Soma for 12 years (2 a day) and have had tremendous relief. It allows me to work and contribute like a normal person. Nothing else works like this and now as of 10/01/16 my health care provider will not prescribe it anymore! All because a few knuckleheaded people abuse it and end up addicted. Now Im on a journey through all the other muscle relaxers to find something that will work like Soma. Just got my first round of something else that look like horse pills that I have to take 4x a day. Wait, I thought change was a good thing....................................Not so much in this case."


"I was in a car accident in April 2009. My doctor put me on Flexeril, hydrocodone, and ibuprofen. The hydrocodone helped me stay functional but he took me off of them. I was very careful with taking them but I guess he thought I didn't need them.  So after that, I found out after talking to others that he should have sent me to an Orthopedic. Well, I got a new doctor who referred me to an awesome Orthopedic doctor. He checked me out and took me off the Flexeril and put me on Tramadol ER. He also referred me to a wonderful physical therapy wellness center. Tramadol  has given me my life back!"


"I was on this medicine for 2 days (I know, I should have had more time). I had so many side effects I can't mention them all here but I just felt awful. I called my Doctor and they said it's not for me. There were to many side effects and that was only 2 days on it."


"Really worked for me.  I had significant pain and inflamation of my big toe.  Symptoms were getting worse until I took Aleve.  Almost immediate (1/2 hr) relief from pain and within one day of use the pain was gone and by the 2nd day the swelling was reduced."


"I took Enbrel for AS for about 3 years.  I noticed a huge improvement in joint swelling after the first dose.  Enbrel really helped my joints feel great.  I was even able to attend aerobic classes!  Unfortunately, on year three of treatment, I developed a life threatening infection in my spine.  I also suffered heart valve damage.  Both of these were declared to be due to the Enbrel.  I knew the risks when I began taking this drug.  It gave me almost three years of feeling great and leading a normal life.  It also almost killed me...."


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"Worked well except for the side effects...orthostatic hypotension caused me to faint, restless legs, and overeating."


"Being on Prozac was a nightmare experience.  I have something called adjustment disorder with depressive episodes and anxiety attacks.  My psychiatrist put me on 10mg to start with in conjunction with my Wellbutrin.  The first week was fine and then I went up to 20mg.  I started feeling restless and anxious all the time and my appetite was completely gone - I didn't want to eat at all.  I had to literally force feed myself and I was losing weight rapidly.  Then, over a month later, I had increasingly bad rage episodes where I would scream at people for no reason whatsoever.  I yelled at a total stranger while driving and then had a panic attack .  Stopped the drug and it went away."


"Well when I started this pill, it took 3-4 months to regulate my period and it worked for about 2-3 months. Then I started missing periods and it was gone for 2 months. Finally my period came but I had it for 2 weeks. So then I start the new pack, I'm good for a week then I got my period. It lasts for 4 days then it stops for 5 days. Then it comes back for a full heavy week. It stopped for a couple days and then it came back at the HOMECOMING DANCE. All of this happened before the placebo pills. So currently I am transitioning to a different one. Also it made me very irritable and lowered my sex drive by a ton "


"I LOVE this pill! I was on Jolessa for 4 years and always had constant spotting and bad acne, Sprintec for 4 months and had spotting and awful mood swings and periods, but Ocella is absolutely perfect. I've been on it for 3 months now and it's cleared up most of my acne, I've had no spotting and no periods, and I've lost 8 pounds! No mood swings, either. I would definitely recommend that anyone who is considering this pill give it a try. Plus, mine is only $9 a month! For the work it does, it is awesome. I cannot speak on effectiveness for pregnancy prevention as I use it to skip periods and am not sexually active."


"I quit smoking the day I started taking zyban and within 2 weeks I had no desire for smoking. I used to smoke 20 cigarettes a day for over 20 years. It has been 3 years that I quit smoking."


"I wrote a review previously after a few days of taking Saxenda. I am now on my 4th week (2.4mg) and so far I have lost 18lbs! I am so happy. This is based on minimal exercise and just eating healthily. As many people have said, it does curb your appetite. I could normally eat a full plate but now by body let's me know when I am "full" and I can literally not eat more than half a plate. Any more than that and I will start to feel sick. I also stay away from fatty foods; again trying to eat this will also make me feel sick afterwards, so I have been on grilled salmon and vegetables most nights for dinner. I get incredibly thirsty so I have a litre water bottle with me everywhere I go. This also helps me feel less hungry."


"I used exforge for approx 2 months at first. It was ok no real side effects but after 2 months could hardly walk as muscles in legs were so sore. Also weight gain approx 5 kilos. After I stopped taking the medicine, within 2 days the sore legs stopped. Still having trouble losing weight gain."


"Only on my 3rd day of taking Cymbalta and the side effects are severely affecting me. I haven't been able to eat due to the nausea and my head feels as if I have taken an illicit drug. My pupils are dilated to the point where I can't look anyone in the eye."


"I have rheumatoid arthritis and a few other bone and joint issues.  Docs have had me on all (oxycodone, Vicoden, Percocet, Tylenol 3). None of them do anything to relieve my pain. Dr put me on Talacen.  IT WORKS! No side effects."


"I have EDS also Epilepsy. Actually thought for years the EDS symptoms were caused by my antiseizure meds since they can make you tired. It was something that I just accepted so I really didn't have much of a life.
Anyways, I started on Modafinil about 2 weeks ago. 100mg when I wake up at 7:45am to go to work. I was finding that it helped, but at about 11-11:30am, I was back to how I normally am. I just saw my dr and I am now to take 100mg three times a day. Today was my first day on my new dose. 1st dose was at 8am, 2nd at noon. Had 2 cups of coffee. By 4pm, I was feeling drowsy, yawning, eyes heavy. Feeling like I needed to nap.

*Long story short: it works, but short-acting. 3-4 hours. I wish they made an Extended Release version.*"


"I have tried so many acne medications, and this one was like every other one that didn't work. I believe that Aczone permanently damaged my skin. I have an olive skin tone and I would rarely get burned. After using this medication my whole body, not just my face, is now extremely sensitive to the sun. If I am outside for about 15 minutes without sunscreen I will burn. The best thing that I did for my acne was to get on birth control and get enough sleep."


"Like every birth control, my body had to get adjusted to it. At first, I would have irregular periods: some months no period, and some months two periods. After awhile, I barely have periods now. I still have some moodiness on my "off pills," but I always have moodiness, around my period whether I am on or off birth control. With birth control, it just helps to schedule it, so I go on my "off pills" on a friday, so the worst emotional part can occur over the weekend and this helps me not to be emotional while I'm at work or school. By the time Monday comes, I have levelled off a lot. I haven't experienced acne breakouts from it, which is a bonus. Since it has iron in it, I have had my iron levels checked while on it, and they are always good."


"I too have found that Nuvigil acts like a sleeping pill.  I am taking 150 mg every morning. It was prescribed to counteract a side effect  from another medication.  It has made it worse."


"I had really bad acne. I'd cry about it for hours. I would wear a lot of makeup to hide the fact my skin was awful. I'm a very sensitive person so when people nastily commented on my make-up, it hurt. I would think it isn't my fault,it's my skin! I went to the doctors after receiving many acne medications (which had lots of side effects but no results). I was offered Yasmin before but I thought I was too young but it was my last resort before going to having Roaccutane. I was 13. I'm still on the Yasmin. I used to have irregular periods and mood swings. They've stopped and my skin is clear and beautiful now. I stopped wearing the slap and became more confident. I would recommend it!"


"I've been on this pill for 10 years now, all of my 20s and late teens. The first 3 months were hell as the other reviews pointed out, heavy bleeding that lasted two weeks for me, super emotional, cramps. After about 3 months things started to level out and I have not had any problems since then.

So far the pill has proven effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy, helped control my acne slightly, my periods have gotten lighter. One downer I have noticed is it feels like my sex drive has taken a dip after a year of being on the pill, but aside from that no problems after 10 years."


"I've been taking Geodon for about a month or so now. Recently my Dr. increased my 40 (night time) dosage to 60 mg. Two mornings after that I woke up, tried to get to my bathroom & the room started spinning, I fainted. Soon after called my husband & Dr. was told to go to the emer. room for tests. Everything came out o.k. The next night back to 40 mg., three mornings later I fainted again.
 Going to see my Dr. tonight. Had also been in withdrawl from "Ensam" patch for depression for well over a week when this all happened .Hoping to stay on the Geodon in a lesser dosage because of all the great sleep I have been able to get. Other than fainting, mood has been very good, although slow & groggy in the mornings till about 10:30."


"I've been taking this medicine for over three years. Started off at 30mg three times a day and initially it worked great.  Now, a few years later I'm taking 60mg three times a day and it is only about 50% as effective.  I recently added 30mg of Cymbalta and within three days, I was feeling great!  Better than I had felt in years!  I even cleaned the grout in my bathroom!  Unfortunately, my insurance company won't pay for Cymbalta.  So now I'm trying everything else. Unfortunately, nothing has even come close to working.  Now I can't even kneel down to even look at the grout I vigorously scrubbed three weeks ago.  It was like having my life back and then having it yanked away from me again!"


"My 87 yr old mother took 3 pills in the morning. It lowered her white blood count from 125,000 two
14. 10 is normal. That's the only good thing, I can say about this medication.
She had such severe diarrhea and vomiting , that she could not keep any kind of nutrition or food into her system . The drug almost nearly killed her . Her doctor took her off the medication for two weeks , then have her start taking it again at a lower does. Once again soon as she started taking the medication again , the side effects came back and the doctor decided not to continue with medication. Since her last appointment with her oncologist , her white blood cell count is now 50 .
Next doctor appointment they're going to try a older less effective drug."


"This is the first medication out of all the meds I've tried (lithium, seroquel) to stabilize my moods on a daily basis. My mood has never been this stable from as far as I can remember. It took a few months to work though, and dosage is really critical. Going from 100mg to 200mg made a BIG difference. I also started taking more at night which helps keeps my irritability down in the morning.

I haven't had any side effects at all from this, except decrease in appetite. Being already skinny, this is a little disappointing, however I'd take that any day over depression."


"After taking Seroquel for 5 months at 25 mg, I recently upped it to 50 mg at night-time. This has resulted in me being able to drop my Ativian from 2 mg to 1 mg and still get a great sleep. I am much more productive, think clearly and feel positive. I feel like my personality is coming back. Coincidence? I think not."


"I've used paragard for 10 years and just replaced for a new one. It not only regulated my cycle, it helped reduced my heavy flow down to a minimal, with little to no side effects. I highly recommend it for anyone who chooses not to have anymore children."


"Lortab I have found to be the only Pain Medication that get's along with the medication that I'm taking. The side effects a mild compared to the cronic pain that I have 24/7 in order to walk if it wasn't for Lortab I would be bed ridden."


"I've had it since my 2 week exam afterI  had my baby on May 24,2017. A week after insertion I started heavy bleeding. Two weeks later I'm still bleeding!!! I call my Dr. and nurse tells me I should have done research!! I'm so upset with myself. She told me I could bleed for up to SIX months STRAIGHT! I wish Dr. would have said this to me! I want it out. My husband  and I are ready to mess around too and we aren't the type to do anything if I'm bleeding so yea, its gonna be a problem if I'm like this for so long. I DO NOT recommend it. "


"I read all these reviews before going in to get the Skyla inserted and I was terrified. However, I felt little to no pain. The doctor gave me medication to soften my cervix the night before and I took a few advil 30 minutes before the procedure and I was perfectly fine. I saw people commenting saying this was the worst pain of their lives and I understand everyone reacts differently, but it really isn't bad at all! Only some pressure and cramps for a couple minutes. It's only been a few days since I've been on it but I would definitely recommend."


"I have suffered from episodic cluster headaches for almost 50 years. 25 years ago, my doctor prescribed 240mg ER verapamil twice a day as a preventative when an episode began. Excellent results...no headaches unless I drank alcohol or ate chocolate. After about 8 weeks, my episode would be over and I stopped taking the verapamil. Another episode would occur in one to two years, 30 months max. After switching primary care doctors, my new doc suggested taking 240mg slow release verapamil every day to reduce my blood pressure and maybe act as a deterrent to the clusters. It worked...it has now been four years and no recurrence of the headaches. I only hope this goes on forever. My deepest sympathy goes out to anyone who has cluster headaches."


"I hardly notice the taste at all if I swallow them quickly.  It doesn't always work for me.  I started at 2mg, tried 4mg, and now 6mg.  Sometimes I sleep, sometimes I don't, kind of like without it.  Also definitely major food binging that I haven't been able to control while taking it.  Once I mixed it with alcohol and had bad effect, very weird behavior I don't remember at all. I won't make that mistake again.  I'm going try Rozerem."


"The Implanon has been a nightmare for me but I didn't become pregnant. It's sort of bitter sweet. I have long painful periods, mood swings, depression and it's like I'm on a roller coaster. But it works and my three years will be up April 20, 2012."


"Pretty sure this is causing me to be a emotional wreck. I've never in my life experienced depression or emotions like this."


"My first month on Nexplanon was fine. Then, the period started. I had a constant flow for 7 months. I became exhausted from constantly bleeding. I also experienced very strong mood swings starting a few months in - I would go from feeling perfectly fine to wanting to cry at the slightest thing and I usually couldn't shake off the negative feelings for the rest of the day. I just had this thing out after 8 months. The removal was painful and took more than half an hour, which isn't that unusual according to my doctor. A fitting end to an awful experience with this device!

I was on the pill for years before this, and never experienced the type of problems caused by the Nexplanon. I wouldn't recommend it."


"Rozerem has been very effective for my sleep-onset issues with little side effect. However, some days I feel extremely tired (sleepy) throughout the day at random points. This severity of sleepiness really only seems to occur the day after I have taken Rozerem (I do not take it every night if I can help it). "


"I'm 18, I got Mirena inserted about a month ago. I can't take the regular estrogen pill because of pancreas and gallbladder problems. I've noticed on here that the insertion for other women wasn't that bad, but mine was an absolutely horrible experience. I haven't been pregnant or had any kids. I felt a tremendous amount of cramping when she dilated me and afterwords I had the worst cramps for about 2 Hours before the pain reliever kicked it. I also had to constantly take more pain reliever the rest of the week due to more cramping. Some women here mentioned the strings cutting their partner. My partner never felt the strings at all. First period was light. Still spotting constantly."


"This medication has helped me with my sinus headaches that I get often (not just with seasonal allergies). It helps with opening up my swollen nasal passages when my allergies are act up."


"I developed depression and anxiety after having Cancer.I have tried many other meds but Xanax in small daily doses is the only thing that works for me. I work closely with my doctor and never abuse my dosage. I am thankful for this medication. Only problem is feeling guilty for needing to use it. I hear so many negative comments from others who are not informed about this condition. Any suggestions on how to just accept it and go on ?"


"Librium hasn't worked at all for me. I'm taking 10mg four times a day and I still get anxeity."


"I started this birth control a year ago, and for around 9 months, everything was fine. I was emotionally stable, there wasn't any significant weight gain, and my periods were super predictable and manageable. I ran out around the end of November, and I elected to take a break from the pills & didn't refill.

When my period came in December, PMS hit me like a freight train. It was awful, so I reordered & everything was totally different the second time around. I don't know whether the formula changed at some point, or if something changed with my body, but I've had prolonged vaginal bleeding & have been experiencing crippling depression and anxiety.

I stopped taking the pills last week & everything is 100% better."


"This is a horrible birth control I've tried several and this is by far the worst I've been taking it for about 8 months have gained several pounds, have terrible mood swings, most days I feel sick and have lost a lot of my hair. I though most side effects would go away after a few month but that is not the case. Taking this pill is one of the worst things you can do to your body"


"I have only been on it for a month and I have already gained 10 pounds. I've been the same weight for the past three years and this is the only thing I am doing differently. I am always spotting and if I'm not spotting its because I am having a 10 day period with the worst cramps known to man. I have never had acne ever and now I'm breaking out like crazy. With the weight gain, constant spotting/period, and acne, its safe to say I'm super moody, self conscious, and going nuts because of it. I'm getting it removed tomorrow morning. "


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"Greatly prefer pradaxa to coumadin, primarily because of lack of restrictions of eating as much Vitamin K containing healthy greens as I can. Have been taking for several years (I am in my late 60's), and find that the only time I get acid reflux (which can be very painful) is if I forget to take my evening dose and end up taking it as I am already sitting/lying in bed. Drinking a glass of water with the pill, or eating something with the pill, even just a snack, and not lying down or sitting in bed reading right after taking the "missed" pill in the late evening seems to prevent the acid reflux completely - I almost feel as if the pill isn't being swallowed completely, thus causing the reflux, when I take it sitting/lying in bed."


"Only giving it a 5 because it is protecting me from getting pregnant. But the side effects are horrible I've been on it for just 1 month I already gained some weight my period never came for the month of September my mood swings are going crazy I always seem to cry for no damn reason which is ridiculous but today was my last pill and I'm so happy for that time to start my old birth control pills."


"Positive - Works "as advertised" in 5mg or 10mg tablet form.  Best used immediately before "hopping into bed".  If used prior to this, you may/will experience some amnesia (short term memory) loss or confusion.  Things or actions taken MAY be perfectly normal, such as convenience store shopping, etc.  I am, however, extremely grateful that I do not have access to a motor vehicle.  Impaired judgement should be taken for granted."


"I got the Kyleena IUD inserted this morning around 9. The procedure itself was okay... until she stuck it in. It caught me off guard & hurt sooooooooo badly. I ended up having to stay laying down for a couple minutes before leaving. All day I've been cramping and slightly bleeding.. which is annoying considering the fact I just gotten off a 7 day period. The medicine she provided before the procedure seem like it didn't work AT ALL. She also prescribed me ibuprofen 800mg which only last, feels like, 2 minutes. Everyone body is different so don't let my review scare you. I guess my body just has to get use to it. I honestly just can't wait until the first stage is over with'"


"Every woman's experience with insertion is different. I was not expecting much pain (since I am used to severe cramping) and I read others' reviews, but getting it inserted was the worst pain of my life-- I screamed in the dr's office--and it felt unbearable. Like fire + shards of glass twisted inside. I was shaken up for days after. Cramps and low energy for 1.5 weeks after insertion. 2 week long periods (3 days pre-liletta). Cramps on and off for 2 months after insertion. Despite these side effects, glad I got the liletta. Morning after pills were hard on my system when I forgot my birth control pills, and getting my pills became difficult and expensive because of my insurance. Liletta + insertion was free for me which makes this a win"


"I have Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome and  take Benadryl everyday. It helps take the edge off. There are less side effects than other anti nausea medications and is safest for the body."


"I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 1999 so  Dr put my on levo. I never felt any different as years past symptoms got worse. My levels become worse I then was diagnosed with hashimotos thyroiditis.  My weight up and down now up then down. The fatigue was so severe I thought about ending my life.  Having two boys that wasn't an option. After years of levo  Drs upping the mcg I got sick of it stopped taking it. I could not function on it. It was like a sleeping pill to me. I was bloated all the time my hair was breaking off   I made appointment with my dr a few weeks ago. After all these years I told her my issue with levo.  Well let's see your number and I'll put you on armour. It's the best ever had. I wake up as though I've slept."


"This medicine started working immediately and saw results after a week. Only downside is horrible nausea, make sure you eat when you take this medicine."


"Worked well the first time. If you have severe burning like I had my second time, milk applied provides instant relief."


"I used to sleep for like 12 to 24 hours straight very often for 2 years. I would sometimes fall asleep at work at dinner time. That caused me to be inattentive, distracted and sometimes more rarely sugar high hyperactivity sort of speaking. Now ever since then my problem is solved I can get up early and perform my task like normally so it works very well for both narcolepsy and ADD/ADHD. It could even work for depressed subjects. It should be obvious enough that you're all set to go whether its to go to school and working at same time or full time job."


"I've been on Arimidex for 10 weeks. Although I had arthritis prior to taking Arimidex, my joint discomfort has increased substantially and now I find that my joints (especially my hands and hips) are swollen and always painful. My fingernails have thinned and continually split and tear off, often below the quick (ouch!). I'm also disheartened to notice that my eyebrows and eyelashes, which had just grown back after my last chemo session, have started to either break or fall out again. Bone and muscle pain are always with me now."


"I've had Nexplanon back in highschool, it was amazing. I lost weight, I didn't get my period and it was good to me. After the 3 years I switched to the pill and got pregnant, after I had my baby, I got back on the nexplanon and now its a totally different story. I gained about 10+ pounds in 8 months, haven't had a period til 8 months in and its been on going for over a week."


"I'm not sure if I exactly needed Plan B, but I stressed after reading forums about pre cum having sperm in it, so I bought it and took it 27 hours after the unprotected sex. I was so worried but once I got my period I thought that I probably had nothing to worry about in my situation. So I'm writing this review to share my symptoms to those who like me were worried I didn't get many of the symptoms. So my symptoms started about the next day after taking Plan B. I was bloated, and I felt a pain near my left ovary, cramping, and breast tenderness. I did not spot up until my period came which was a little under 2 weeks since taking the pill. I hope this helps you in your quest to see if you could be pregnant."


"I have had my para guard for about 4 months now before the para guard I had mirena which lasted only 2 weeks I couldn't walk in soo much pain and the insertion was painful. The para guard  insertion was a breeze my period was normally for 5 days now it's 7 days and 2 out of the 3 days are really heavy but I do not have any cramps !!!! I would highly recommend para guard and if I have to suffer with 2 days of extra period and some heavy flow for not getting pregnant - I'll take the risk. Since I already have a 4 year old and a 1 year old I think I am good on the kids department for now!!! Sex is still the Same  No issues outside that. "


"I started taking Contrave February 11, 2017. I have don't have a really stressful job but sit most of the day. My weight is a problem and would to lose around 60 lbs. Today I'm 2 weeks into taking Contrave no weight lose yet but I'm hopeful it will happen. I have not experienced any negative side effects to date. I exercise daily and watch my diet."


"I have been taking atenolol for over 20 years to prevent migraines.  I feel fortunate the my doctor was a specialist in migraines and put me on this when I was experiencing migraines every three days in college.   When I was pregnant, however, they did not know about the side effects, so my son did suffer growth restriction in utero.  He was only 5 pound at 40 weeks, and was taken by emergency c-section.  He is now 14 year old and fine."


"10 weeks and cured of hepc. Side affects were tiredness, lose of appetite, uncontrollable chills, weight loss,weakness. Its been 5 months after treatment and now and my 25 lb weight loss is permanent.I take oxycodone for the pain in my bones and back. Lost eye sight in one eye .My hep c is gone but my health is also gone."


"I have tried gabapentin several times to make sure it was the culprit. I have horrible nerve damage caused by a wreck. I am in pain and numb always.  Well, I've had several bouts with my gallbladder while taking the med. It makes the nerve pain much better, but I can't eat, I vomit profusely, my WHOLE abdomen is sore, I have heartburn that won't go away, I have more gas than Iran, and it's like liquid acid coming out the tail pipe. For me, this medication is a BUST, but clearly others have had better results."


"I have a history of UTIs and kidney infections because my urethra is abnormal. However, with every UTI, i have been prescribed several different antibiotics. None that are accompanied by side effects but every person is different. With every UTI I have had, I have always experienced head ache, nausea, body aches and fever. All went away with the UTI. When I asked my doctor, he said the antibiotics take between 48 and 72 hours to start taking effect on your body. You may be experiencing some effects of your infection."


"Benzaclin made my skin very dry and stiff. Even smiling was difficult the two hours after applying Benzaclin. However, it did a good job clearing my acne, which was severe."


"I have lost 40 lbs! This is a miracle. I started in June with just one pill a day for the entire month and lost just 5  lbs. My doctor said to up the medicine as directed so in month 2 I took two pills a day and have ever since just taken two pills a day in the morning. We now agree that I don't need to take more since I continue to lose weight. I eat 900-1200 calories a day, largely heathly food although I do have 2 pieces of bacon with an egg on the weekend. I can eat at friends' houses or go out for a meal occasionally and by being careful with portions eat like everyone else and still lose weight. My husband is also dieting without the pills which helps immensely and it should be noted he too has lost 40lbs."


"I am a 22 year old female weighing in at 268lbs. I started Adipex on 07/26/10 and only take half a pill and don't take the pill everyday for certain reasons, one being this drug stays in my system for two days. In the last week have lost 5 pounds and the worst symptoms I have had are stomach pains and diarrhea. Overall I am getting used to this medicine."


"As a 42 year old female, I have had seizures my entire life. I have taken 14 anti-convulsants at one point or another in an attempt to control my complex-partial seizures, but Keppra is the WORST medication I have EVER taken. The side effects are horrible. Although it's the only medication that has been able to stop my seizures, the side effects are so terrible that it's not worth taking it. I couldn't string together a coherent thought, had short term memory loss, had awful mood swings, and suddenly hated life. Everything was difficult, I couldn't think straight, and felt emotionally raw all the time. I could barely keep it together while on this medication. Every day of life was AWFUL while on this medication. I will NEVER take it again."


"I have used Stelara now for 8 months. After years of anguish, defeat, pain( physically and mentally) sadness, I feel freed from this terrible curse. My skin/joints looks but mainly FEELS so much better. My quality of life has sky rocketed! Your initial ground work obtaining Doctor appointments, TB testing and establishing the right dosage that is effective for you and receiving assistance helping with cost. Once you get through those things... I guarantee it IS worth it!! DO IT!"


"I have had migraines since my teenage years, sumatriptan is the only medication that works every single time with no side effects besides being a little tiered, thank goodness for this pill!!"


"I used to use lisinopril for two months and my blood pressure would be controlled for a couple of days then uncontrolled and terribly high ranging 170/110 or 180/100 at times. It took about a month to get my blood pressure to range between 142/90 to 124/86. Then my medicines got changed to Diovan because of the severe side effects and I felt 100x better. The first day I took the Diovan it felt like an internal message feeling my blood vessels dilate.  It works really well my blood pressure averages around 115/70 and I take it daily...BUT when I get to the Doctors office I become so worried (white coat syndrome) my blood pressure is sky high. So my doctor just added a diuretic also."


"I had been taking this medication for 1 year and I noticed decreased libido and fluttering veins which made me stop taking it. Also breast swelling but the most worrisome was the repeated daily fluttering of my veins. I could literally see my skin vibrating."


"Taken in conjunction with Effexor (Effexor in morning and Remeron in evening) definitely helps with sleeping through the night.  For me, I needed 8-10 hours of dedicated sleep, any less and I felt groggy.  Sleep aide definitely.  Don't mix with alcohol or anything else to aide in sleep."


"I have been on this medication since July, and the results are simply amazing!  I have my life back, not only did I get so much relief from the pain in my legs, I can now walk and walk and actually keep up with my very active grandkids (age 4, 11, 11, and 16)  On a side note I have lost almost all my excess weight by tweaking my diet and just being able to be active again!  This medicine has been a Godsend to me!  Hope anyone who is suffering from this disease is able to get the same results I have, it is great to have my active life back!"


"I had sinus surgery about 5 years ago, but with my allergies I still have to take this occasionally.  I can take it before I go to bed and sleep all night.  I can take it in the morning and stay awake all day.  Plus I can finally breathe!!"


"This medication was truly a life saver for me. It took all my pain away and allowed me to sleep peacefully without awaking to excruciating pain caused by nerve damage I had received from two surgeries."


"I've taken this for about four years and no problem.  Recently I have forgotten to take it for like 3days and spotting does arrive, other than that I highly recommend.  #teamzarah I'm 34 if that helps, but hey all bodies are different."


"I've be on this BC for 3 weeks now iv been spotting for about a week now I start the white pills tomorrow a little nausea after taking the pill but I'm sure it's because of empty stomach but other then that no other problems"


"1-2 tablets is the prescribed dosage. It works well. The cramps weren't so bad before the drainage. Highly recommended, but not safe to use regularly and people have the misconception that you lose weight as that's the feeling you get after it works. Cheers!"


"Had sex last day of my period, no condom. Finished completely inside. Took plan be 6 hours after incident. Abdominal pain, depression, and extreme tiredness. I kid you not, I slept a full day and into the evening. This weight limit crap that has been surfacing the internet is the biggest load of crap I've ever seen. Seriously, the average weight of a woman in the US is about 150-160 pounds, you do the math. I'm about 170. Anyways, experienced heavy spotting a week after taking the pill for about 3 days. Honestly was heavy enough to be a short period. My period was scheduled to start March 15th. It's March 24th, and I finally started (which is right on time if you count the number of days since the induced period from the plan B)."


"The problem I have with this medicine is it makes me sleepy and an occasional headache. Hard to get anything done when you want to sleep all the time."


"I've been on depo since I was 13, I'm now 34. It has worked wonderfully for me and I don't really have any serious complaints. But a couple years ago, I started spotting out of the blue! I've never had that issue before, as my periods had completely stopped. Not sure if it is normal or not, but it's extremely painful and there is no way to track it or plan for it."


"Really helps with mood swings and made me calmer. It also made me gain 50lbs in 6months. It's extremely hard to control your weight on this pill."


"No side effects, 15 days after taking the 1 week supply plus the 1 week refill... and my infection has come again... this is a nightmare...steer clear"


"I got this at the beginning of the year (2013), and I've had one cycle. So far, I have no complaints. Its better then keeping up with the pill everyday. I also haven't experienced any horrible side effects because of it."


"WORKED for my GERD......BUT I had not done my homework and mistakenly thought (since it's flu season) that the raging flu symptoms I had for 3 weeks in a row were just bad luck - I had caught them ALL! one right after another! NO! Most noteable symptom is screaming burning diarrhea but seriously.....I've been off it a week and up all night again tonight with diarrhea because I ate today. This is awful. When will my gut be back to normal....? I'm taking probiotic acidophlus and cheap previously reliable anti-diarrhea pills, no relief!  One month now without a solid stool, this can't be good, calling the Dr on Monday since stopping the med has not corrected the problem."


"I am 23 and started noticing a bit of hairline recession at about 21. My hair was slightly thinning around the temples, but never in the front.

I am 1 month into 1mg of propecia daily, and I do not think it has affected the temples areas, but the front of my hair has started thinning in the last couple weeks. In bright lighting, i can see pretty far back onto my scalp when looking from the front (it looks like my temples did about a year ago), and it's scary. I don't think I am noticeably shedding anymore than I used to, but I can't run my fingers through my hair without getting at least at couple hairs. Overall I have definitely lost more hair at an accelerated rate. Hopefully this is just an initial shed."


"I've been using this product for 4  years. Anyone who is concerned about spotting and immediately switches is just being impatient. It's not easy for your body to be programmed to have a period monthly and then switch in an instant to every 3months. You WILL have spotting for the 1st 2-3 cycles, but it will go away! You must be patient and give your body time to adjust. There are so many versions of this available now: Seasonique, Seasonale. If one isn't working for you because you feel as though it's giving you worse cramps, acne, etc., try another brand. I have not experienced worse acne and my periods are shorter and less painful. Remember your life changes- just because your acne got worse doesn't mean it was automatically your birth control."


"I loved it til I had my first reaction after 8 months using it . my life has improved."


"I have severe and agonizing restless legs syndrome. People say it's because of my schizophrenia medicines but I know its genetics. I went through agonizing years until I found that taking tramadol everyday completely cured it. "