"Used twice so far had rather fast relieve within an hr or 2, was up and down the toilet a few time but would rather have it out than in."


"After a couple weeks I felt no change either positive or negative.  After a month to 2 months I felt somewhat better.  After 3-4 months I felt better than I had in a very long time.  Life changing better.  But now after 5-6 months my brain feels very foggy and I feel very emotionally numb.  I can't feel any negative emotions at all which can actually be very frustrating and confusing.  Don't want to change medication as it has helped so much with mood so I'm hoping the numbness will subside...And may be willing to tough it out since feeling numb is better than feeling depressed."


"I had severe anxiety and agoraphobia. Every time I would get in a car I would wonder if I was going to die that day. These symptoms all started when I had children. I started to wonder what would happen to my children if something happened to me. And I thought about how attached they are to me and how it would break their hearts. So I told my doctor about it. She prescribed Celexa. I've been on it for about 2 months now and the quality of my life has changed so drastically. I'm not always thinking about dying. I'm able to go out in crowds and not be worried. Yesterday I was dealing with something stressful and I was stressed about it, but I stayed calm and I moved on. It didn't consume me like stressful events used to do."


"Its helped me with sleep and a bit with my depression. Over the years they have upped my dose to 45 milligrams. It hasn't helped me a bit with my anxiety. Actually if you wake up at night your body is asleep and your mind is going. Which makes it hard to walk. This has just started happening to me, so I think I may need to increase to 60 milligrams. I believe 60 is the max. Wondering if I'm building up a tolerance to it.  I have been taking this medication for 4 plus years. I was also told that it was an appetite stimulant and it didn't do anything for me there either. This medication did not mess with my head or make me feel groggy in the morning. I would give this medication a chance before all other antidepressants. "


"I got it  a year ago today and for almost a month I was spotting/bleeding after the insertion. Than I didn't bleed for months, Which was awesome! No weight gain or any crazy side affects at all! I did randomly spot months later .. But than no bleeding again!  . But December I got a period for about 2 weeks .. Then two days ago I'm bleeding again( like not even 2 weeks after my December bleeding )  .. Is this normal ?? will it stop??"


"I have been taking reclipsen for almost a year now and I have barely any cramps except the day before my period starts and the first day. I used to get severe cramps to the point where I was in the hospital so this definitely helped with that. I dont see a change in my mood, weight, or sex drive but I did start to breakout a little on my forehead and chin which I never use to before this pill. Currently in the process of trying to find a different type of birth control to get rid of the forehead acne"


"Four years ago I went septic from Enbrel.  I am unable to take any kind of RA medicine.  I have been taking Tramadol since last spring.  It works better than Norco.  Cannot take Tylonal with codeine because  I'm allergic to it"


"I have been on Pristiq for the past 12 months. I started on 50mg and went up to 100 mg after about 3 months. The side effects were terrible for the first two weeks. I have no side effects now except insomnia - however i have had insomnia for many years, i just have to make sure i have Pristiq as soon as i get up. I am a much happier and relaxed person and it helped save my marriage. My husband is a saint but only a saint can take so much :)"


"I just found out in September 2015 that I have HPV, married finding out my husband had it from a previous gf, 6 months prior to us being together. I have had 2 cryo precedures and now using aldera cream MWF. It burns and very uncomfortable, but it does work."


"I love this birth control pill. I haven't gained a pound, and my periods are so light and they only last about three days. I went off Yaz for a few months and actually gained weight. "


"I too am extremely greatful for these Duragesic Patches. My only recommendation to future recipients is to invest in paper medical tape. These patches have a tendancy to come loose or completely fall off prior to the removal date."


"Like a lot of other women here, I opted for Nexplanon to save money and avoid worry over forgetting to take the pill every night. However, within a week of getting the implant I started bleeding. I went to my doctor to get low level hormonal birth control to stop the bleeding, as was recommended in the Nexplanon manual. The bleeding stuck around through 2 months of pills and was accompanied by mood swings (which to be honest could have been due to the several month long period). Sure, it was effective birth control, but it's not hard to avoid pregnancy when an 8 month long period severely limits opportunities to actually get pregnant. All in all, I am back on the pill and much happier."


"My SO and I had sex a week ago. It was the day she ended her period. We used a condom and it broke, and I didn't realize until it had been too late, but you know, I was stupid and put on another condom and we did it again. That one broke too (obviously operator error). That same night we had sex again, without a condom. It was just a combination of unfortunate events and stupidity. The next day I went out and bought her plan b and she took it later that night. I was reading all these comments and stuff scared out of my mind, kinda like you are now. She ended got her period today, just like most people say, it does mess up the cycle, she didn't have many symptoms either, I'm glad she didn't end up pregnant. Well worth the money. Good luck."


"Amazing is the only description I can give.  In a lifting accident I was not able to sleep for 2 weeks, tried Chiro, Steroids, Muscle relaxants, Hydrocodone, sleeping pills, nothing worked until I rubbed 2gr on the affected area - Instantly pain was gone."


"I'm having a terrible time with the hysingla. The 40mg was so strong I couldn't function. I've been on 30mg for a week. The headaches, I'm tired all the time, cramping. overall feel like crap. I have nothing for breakout pain but Tylenol. I understand why doctors prescribe this because of abuse, but, I have only taken whats prescribed.. It's bad enough that I'm actually on a forum complaining."


"does not work and company doesn't stand behind the product"


"Took Plan B 14 hrs after unprotected sex & the 3rd day of just starting birth control pill (suppose to use a backup method the 1st week). Right after I took it I felt a little nauseous, but it wasn't unbearable. My period wasn't due for another 3 weeks (took birth control regularly leading up). Kept getting abdomen pain & I was very tired on random days throughout the 3 weeks. Thankfully got my period the day I was expecting to! So thankful there is a pill for when mistakes are made!"


"I wanted to share my experience after reading several reviews. I had the procedure about 10 hours ago, and I do have a high pain tolerance. I felt as though the procedure was uncomfortable but not really painful. I have not had any cramps or discomfort all evening with very minor spotting. So far things are going well. I did take 800mg of Ibuprofen before the insertion but nothing since."


"Seroquel has helped me a lot in the crisis days. However I have gained a lot of weight and get drowsy easily. I would recommend it if you are really agitated and full of anxiety and have racing thoughts. "


"I took 50mg pills for almost 5 months. I could feel the improvement in my mood and in my life as a consequence. No sexual side-effects. Unfortunately I had to stop because it was causing severe hair-loss (alopecia)."


"Omg, where do I start! I have been dealing with acute alcohol withdrawal disorder and have had anxiety and depression for many years. The drs have tried to label me as bi polar, but  I don't think it's an accurate dx. Since taking this pill I have had vivid nightmares upon the first night taking it. I felt some relief initially and felt good for a week or so. I had my ups and downs. I took the pill without reading side affects, so that it would not affect my treatment.
I have had a constant sore throat, crusty sores on my nose that won't go away. I feel drunk when I take them. I don't get a full nights rest. I was recently dx with PTSD They doubled my dosage and  now I have agitation, restlessness, crying spells, depression and anxiety still."


"I was on Hizentra and never felt well - ever!  During infusion, I would immediately become nauseated.  Shortly thereafter I would experience a horrible headache. My Pre-medications were Zofran, Zomig (for my migraine problems), Tylenol,  and Benadryl.  My trough level was at a decent level so I was able to have my sinus surgery.  I had post sinus infections of 3 different bacteria. I just kept getting sicker and sicker.  Hizentra was the worst drug interactions ever put into my body for 8 months!"


"Literature on Soolantra says its works for 80% of users. And for that 80% it is significantly more effective than other prescribed treatments. Fortunately I am part of the 80%. For me, truly great success and no side effects. (The same goes for my two brothers)  On another site I gave a similar review, but my youngest brother said to add, "Soolantra works for him were everything else failed.""


"This product is amazing. I went up to my aunts house for 2 weeks and I told her about my condition. She gave me Hypercare because my cousin said it didn't work for her. I figured I would try it. I applied it and it burned, itched and stung. But the next day, I didn't sweat at all! The pain got so bad that I just stopped using it. But a few nights ago I found this website and read the reviews and applied it again, dealing with the pain. I recommend to anybody! This all started when I was about 9, in 5th grade. Now im 13 in 7th, and I don't have all the insecurities! "


"Second worst psych med I have ever taken, and I have taken 20  psych meds. First off it's caused an insane amount of horrible side effects. I feel like I am living a fog all the time and feel like I'm literally going insane. It's caused chronic muscle ache (I had no pain problems before taking this med) The only thing worse than dealing with being on this med is dealing with the miserable extremely long withdrawal of trying to get off of it. I have tried numerous times to get off of it using a slow weaning process, but it's just so difficult to get off of. I can truly say I wish I had never started this med, and there a much better meds out there for all conditions, that won't ruin your life."


"Vimpat is a cursed drug to me. Its helped with my seizures, but its not worth it for the side effects.

I started it with Lamictal XR 500 mg. I had seizures at Vimpat 100 mg. At 200 mg, I was having extreme vertigo-- I couldn't even lay down. It happened a few times, along with other side effects. The doctor balanced it out at Lamictal XR 400 mg and Vimpat 150 mg. I have double-vision at least one a week (mild to high), nausea frequently, vomiting a few times a month, and sometimes off balance. A mild vertigo has happened a few times. If I don't eat it with a good amount of food, the side effects are almost guaranteed for me. It stops the seizures, but its not worth it."


"At the age of 24 I started taking Lexapro which did absolutely nothing.  Then I started taking Zoloft which did the trick except I gained weight and had absolutely no sex drive which was causing serious issues in my marriage.  Just a couple months ago I started taking Viibryd to help with the sexual side effects.  It worked, I felt fine.  Until now, I have been on Viibryd for about two months and take 40mg a day.  I feel like it just stopped working.  The past two weeks have been torture.  I think I will go back to the Zoloft and deal with the side effects.  Not to mention my insurance doesn't cover Viibryd so it costs about $158 a month out of pocket."


"I've done Androgel and a clinical trial for Fortigel, both of which were applied to the upper thigh.  The feeling of these treatments was different to me than that of Axiron. Axiron seems to fill me with more energy and I can literally feel it work as my body surges with more energy.  Libido is improved, but not as noticeably as the Fortigel, but still good.  I like the Axiron better than the others, it gives me a nice, well rounded energetic feeling."


"Sancuso is a wonderful product! It worked great and was so easy to use! Once you apply it you don't even know you have it on. It worked for me when nothing else did."


"It worked very well and even boosted my mood. That is, until I had a seizure. The doctors presumed it was caused by this medication"


"UPDATE 02/18/2016- I started taking Contrave on December 18. My original review is here for comparison. In 2 months, I did lose 21-23 pounds ( my weight varied a lot with the ScaleDown program included with the medication). I am 5'7'' and almost 58 years old, and my starting weight was 218 . I returned to my doctor's office today and my weight is 194. That's the GOOD news.
The bad news is that I have developed persistent, severe nausea without vomiting. It never goes away, regardless of decreasing my dose or slightly changing up my Jenny food.
Because of the unrelenting nausea, I did return to my internal medicine doctor today and I was taken off Contrave due to the severe nausea, which my doctor said is a common side effect.
Good health!"


"Taken pill day after intercourse. This is no the first time I've used the pill. This time was a lot different from others. I had been on the day of my period when I had unprotected sex. After i took the pill I immediately started bleeding again, starts cramping and had diarrhea. The fist time I used the pill i had blood clots the size of quarters come out, but this time there is just a lot of blood. Very painful. But it seems it is normal for this to happen."


"I've had RA for two years now. Started MTX about 7 months ago.  I started to get worse, not able to open bedroom door in the morning.  Stiffness lasting most of the morning and joint pain all day.  MTX increased to max dosage without improvement.  I take MTX injections.  Started Embrel a month ago, much improved with first injection.  Now morning I do not have a lot of stiffness, still have joint pain but it is improving as well.  My RA was rated as severe.  I've had no real side affects from either drug. I have muscle pain in my legs which I understand can be a side affect of Embrel but it beats the joint pain.  I had read that the Embrel injections were painful.  I personally did not find that to be true."


"I spent over a hundred pounds on this lamisil I tried cream then spray then lamisil once and it just came back,useless go to your doc get something stronger don't waste money on this."


"One of the nastiest things I've ever tasted!  Very "caustic" and a little salty.  I drank both "steps" in a single swig, then immediately brushed my teeth because of the awful after-taste.   The prep worked well, causing relentless diarrhea.   I could not even count the bowel movements I had, lasting for about 4 hours after each dose.  I'm sure I was VERY cleaned out.   Worst part of the whole experience was the severe anal burning."


"I had unprotected sex in Nov 2016. As they always say, stuff just happens. According to my period app I was supposed to ovulate the next day so I went out and got Plan B and used it within the first 24 hrs. I was a bit worried it wouldn't work since there is a lot of talk about a weight limit and I'm well over it.

A little over a week later I had an extremely light period. I didn't get panicked as a lot of the reviews said this could happen. My scheduled period did not show for that month, so I logged that one in my app.

Fast forward to this month and as predicted my period came right on schedule. I did have breast tenderness and a lot of cramping. Also, my flow is very heavy.

This pill does work if used as directed."


"When I first started taking this medication, it was horrible. I had extreme fatigue, stomach cramping, abnormal bowel movements, and even threw up blood a few times. Despite all of this, I lowered my dosage but stayed on the medication and I've never felt better. After around 3 weeks of that, I started feeling normal and dropping weight.  I'm down 25lbs combined with only a healthy diet. It suppresses my appetite, but not enough to cause any harm. I am on 500mg 2x a day. Give the medication a chance a lot of people have to take it for a couple months for it to work properly."


"I have just started to use Fluoxetine. I was rather apprehensive at first but I am pleased I have taken this first step as my OCD was affecting my life as a whole. I will share any feedback as to how the drug is have an effect in the near future."


"Was the only drug that was effective"


"I had Nexplanon inserted a week ago, it was painless insertion, much better than intrauterine device insertion (I've had Mirena & Paraguard in the past). I will probably do Nexplanon again if needed. A lot of negative reviews but that's with anything, however I did my review research prior to decided what birth control option and I was able to find some positive ones. So far no problems, no spotting, nothing. The day my Paraguard was removed I immediately stopped bleeding and I've been happy since."


"I got Myxedema coma. It was identified in the nick of time. Stay closely monitored."


"Tried this twice, have really bad hormonal acne and was prescribed this by me GP, completely dried my skin out and it hurt to use anything but simple face wash on it, stung and itched a lot and made my dermatitis soo much worse. That was last year, gave up on prescribed treatments until 2 months ago, again was given duac even after describing my first experience with it have used it for 6 weeks now, skin has adjusted to drying but has done nothing for my acne, still have as many breakouts if not worse"


"It's been a rough 29 years discovering, living with and losing things because of bipolar, ADHD,and OCD!  Tried literally every medicine under the sun, (ours and prob a couple other solar systems too.). So many my doc looked me in my eye and told me that I might "just have to learn how to live" with my head, mind, thoughts, and lack of actions, or intestinal fortitude as your father calls it, he's Air Force retired after 22 yrs. Suicidal thoughts all the time.  Given all my possessions away.  Stood on the bridge, the roof, and had the gun in my hand, but I always held on, cause I knew their was something like NUVIGIL out there somewhere, I just had to hang on long enough.  If not for NUVIGIL I wouldn't have been able to focus long enough to write this!"


"Following on from my previous comments, it has been three weeks since I had the injections and the right knee drained (twice). After resting and icing for two weeks, I am now back to normal. No more popping/clicking. Started walking last week and slowly built up the distance. Walked 8km this morning and had no problems. Just needed to stretch before and after, which I should be doing anyway. Hope to get another 9 months out of it. Am willing to put up with 2-3 weeks of pain to get 9 months of relief (and a life)."


"Mirena was highly recommended to me by my doctor. I asked a few friends of mine who were already on mirena and they had nothing but positive reviews of it. I have had heavy painful periods ever since puberty and I was horrible at taking the pills. I eventually went off the pill because it was effecting my hormone level way too much and did nothing to ease my pain or heaviness of my period. Regardless of taking ibuprofen before having the IUD inserted as well as taking a prescribed misoprostol to relax my cervix, the pain was unbearable, I have an extremely good pain tolerance, but  I ended up fainting afterwards in my doctors office. The pain that night was so bad even T3's didn't help. Otherwise I have had no spotting or bleeding."


"12 years of severe facial pain and misdiagnosed on numerous occasions with sinus infections. Multiple trips to the dentist, root canals, extractions, teeth fillings removed and replaced with porcelain ones. Septoplasty by ENT specialist. Numerous doses of Antibiotics and tramadol for pain. I told all this to a doctor that listened and he turned to my and said "You have trigeminal neuralgia". I was given Gabapentin, which didn't work. Went back and was put on Nortriptyline. After 12 years I am pain free."


"I have been wanting to write this for a few months because I have seen so many questions about side effects/interactions.  I started taking SR on a friday, I was fine, Saturday - fine, Sunday - fine, on Monday I went to work, by lunch, all He** broke loose, the dreaded diarrhea. All day Monday was horrible, Tuesday, same thing, by Wednesday I could not take it anymore, so I started researching and found that Wellbutrin (Budeprion)  interacts with caffeine. So Wednesday- no coffee,  no diarrhea, Thursday- no coffee, no diarrhea.  So I have only drank decaf coffee since, and have had no diarrhea."


"I was excited to start hormonal birth control as I hate condoms with a burning passion, and with such a high sex drive I was excited to not have to bother with condoms anymore. Started on the pill, and first of all, my boobs got SORE. Within a week my chest was very tender and a little swollen. Then, I had ZERO sex drive. Sex started seeming like a chore. Then? I got extremely depressed and moody. Crying at the drop of a hat. Then the placebo week came, and like a charm I felt like a new person off the pill. Junel was 100% the cause of all this garbage. Won't take again."


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"I have  taken this medicine for sleep apnea and ADD as a replacement for Ritalin, which I became addicted to for a few years.  Provigil does not affect me the same way in terms of a desire to increase the dose and it is very effective for day time wakefulness and for keeping my focus.  I have had no negative effects from this - only positive.  It is very expensive and if it wasn't for insurance coverage the medicine would cost $1,500 per month if out of pocket.  "


"The cost was expensive at $38.90 in Australia! No rebate. 2 drops x 5 days into my left ear. It made my hearing worse. After 5 days I have constant ringing in my left ear. I wouldn't recommend CIPROXIN HC ear drops for any one! I went to the doctor after 2 days and told her it was worse and she claims the inflammation was gone, keep using it!"


"This birth control is great, except I missed a pill one day and doubled up the next day and I had my period for over a month! It's great compared to my last pill, which was marvalon, which caused me to have mental confusion, gain over 25 lbs! & caused me to have low iron. Now this pill I've lost 15lbs of the 25 lbs without diet or excercise and other then the one little mess up my mental confusion has mostly gone away!"


"It's a miracle syrup for my COPD."


"I'm a 56 years old, 5'2" 230 female (or I was when I started Contrave).  After reading all of the reviews, I was terrified of the side effects, but I had to have something that might help me shed some weight. To date I've experienced little to no side effects and have lost 11 lbs going into my 3rd week. Probably my only complaint is that I do get sleepy from time to time, but nothing that isn't manageable.  I'm more able to resist my favorite foods and I have the energy to get up and move now.  Let's hope this is the continued trend."


"I started taking Microgestin about a year and a half ago. I've never taken any birth control before this. The first couple months I either missed my period or had little to no bleeding. As the months went by my period started to actually feel like a period and what I mean by that is light bleeding but last a few days. I've noticed I feel tired and hungry more often then before. Put on a few pounds breasts, felt sore. I broke out with horrible acne when I had to double up on the pill. "


"I suffer from depression and anxiety.  For the last 20 years, I've had counseling and been on many antidepressants; Prozac, wellbutrin, Paxil, etc.  Effexor is the first medication that has noticeably helped.   I was worried after reading all the negative reviews, but tried it anyway.   I noticed a change after the first week, and it has gotten better ever since.  Been on it for two years now and all is good in the world.  Very rarely get sad, unless there is a reason for it (death, break up, pet dying) also I used to have anxiety talking to more than one person at a time, now I can talk to a room full of people with little to no anxiety."


"This birth control works great for a contraceptive though I was on it for my periods. The side effects is why I changed to a different pill. In the beginning I had a lot of break through bleeding but once it got into my system; it got better. I cried continuously for the first 2 weeks of every month with made me and everyone else around me angry. that's why I switched to a lower dose."


"I take it once a day, and been on it for 2 weeks and already gain 4lb. I feel a lot better and can tell the difference.  For the first week I felt like a zombie but once in my system the zombie is gone.  I recommend this to anyone who wants to gain weight and be healthy."


"took depo to stop dysphoria from menstruation (im ftm) and it works great ! stopped my periods after two shots and they havent come back yet and its been over a year of taking it! i highly recommend depo shots"


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"Had bad acne on my face and back and had tried everything, topical products just irritated my skin and gave it a rash and made acne worse. Switched to oral pills that didn't help at all either until I tried Accutane. I was nervous to try it at first due to all the side effects but so glad I did. I felt no side effects and my skin is all clear. Have been using very low dose and only taking it every other day and it still works wonders. On my 4th package and have no complaints other than I find it doesn't work as good if I take with milk."


"I was put on Nora-be because I was having ocular migraines and have symptoms of raynauds phenom, apparently these are contraindications for the combo bc pill. Unfortunately, I have had quite a few issues on the Nora be.  First, mood lability, and as another writer posted, my fianc"


"I used this for about 7-8 months straight before it ran out. I used it once a day on my entire face, since most of my face has acne. It helped prevent breakouts and reduced pimples, but it never actually cleared up my whole face. Now that it's gone I'm going to go find a medication that will actually clear up everything."


"Hey all, I just wanted to share my experience because I was so scared to get skyla at first because of all the negative reviews. I've had mine for a week now. The insertion process is hard (be sure to take off work after) I had severe cramps for about 4 hours and then minor cramping the next day. Since then I have had basically no pain. Me and my boyfriend waited 5 days before having intercourse and there was no pain when we did (yay!) I still am spotting which is kind of annoying but overall, I'm really happy with this."


"I had minor back surgery and one result was nerve damage to the nerves from my right leg socket to my hip.  Severe burning several times per year.  Lyrica stops the severe pain slowly and reduces it to tolerable pain.

I use 75mg on a nine day regimen - 3x for 3 days, 2x for 3 days and 1x for 3 days.
It works good.  The pain slowly resides and is gone by 6th day.

No serious side effects.  Slight vision blurring and minor lack of mental focus.  Very minor.

Overall, I think it works for me.  Has not affected appetite, weight, mental attitude or sleeping habits."


"I had a hysterectomy 4 years ago and gained so much weight. I tried diets,  exercise and omg I would just gain more weight!  My doctor told me to try this and in 3 days I'm down 8 lbs!! I am so happy to have finally found something that helps.  Can't wait for the rest of the nasty pounds to fall off."


"I was given Lortab for tooth pain; I also have fibromyalgia, and was hoping it would help both.  It did relieve some of the tooth pain, did nothing for the fibro pain.  But I was so anxious, jittery, fearful, heart racing that I never took it again."


"I just started this pill this pass week and so far, I love It! I only was nauseous the first few days of taking it and then that disappeared. Right now my only complaint is my breast are really tender, but other then that I have more of a sex drive which my fiance and I aren't really complaining about lol so I really recommend this pill if nothing else has worked. I tried the depo shot and it was terrible, I was always moody and tired but with this pill I have so much energy it's unbelievable, hopefully it stays this way. I'll update you more if thing change. Good luck ladies!"


"This medicine has changed my life. I went from feeling so tired and having to sleep all the time to being much more energetic and lively. It has helped make me feel more normal even with me battling polycystic ovarian syndrome and my hormones with that.. Levothyroxine has finally after 3 months gotten my thyroid level where it needs to be to help me get pregnant. I was having trouble getting my periods and ovulating and since my level has gotten into a normal range I actually ovulated for the first time in forever! I hope this cycle results in a pregnancy.. I'm just so happy that things are getting better because of Levothyroxine!"


"I am a 48 year old women who has had Asthma my whole life. I have been on Symbicort and Advair but still had to use my rescue inhaler several times on a daily basis. I started Breo Ellipta in October of last year, and have only had to use my rescue inhaler once, and that was the day after I started Breo. I absolutely love it, no more use of a rescue inhaler or nebulizer, and most important no side effects. We have horses and every time I would go out there with them it would make my Asthma flare up. I can now go out and spend the whole day right beside them with no problem. My doctor said this is the best he has ever heard my lungs sound. I would highly recommend it."


"This medication has done wonders for my son. He's been on it now for about 2years, and it really helps him concentrate in school and at home. Last year he brought home a's and b's and hes 9 years old! I am so proud of him!"


"My own experience was awful. I did not gain weight but I had been suffering with depression because of all the pain I was in. My doctor prescribed these which in my option she should have never done specially when I was very down at the time. I've never experienced such thoughts in my life the only time I got a break  from my own thoughts was when I was sleeping. If you are feeling down at  all while taking these my advice go see your doctor ASAP do not continue with these not advisable to anyone with depression"


"I've had back pain from degenerative discs since 1998. After all the usual treatments such as chiro, physical therapy, injections, etc., I had a L4/L5 fusion on 02/09. It helped a little, but still had substantial back pain requiring Ultracet 3x per day and Lortabs when pain peaked. Have been on Lyrica 75mg 3x per day for past 11 days. Really reduced the pain the first few days, but pain came back a bit. Still, the Lyrica is helping and I've not had to take the Lortabs since starting Lyrica. I'm going to stick with Lyrica for a few more weeks before deciding to try more injections or other medicines."


"So thankful my obgyn discussed my options for birth control! He knew I didnt want any hormones because hormonal bc has messed me up in the past. He told me that paragard is 100% hormone free and I was sold! I was scared after reading hundreds of negative reviews just like your doing now.  So glad I went thru with the procedure! I told my Gyno I was very nervous and he prescribed me a valium to take 30 mins before arriving, It helped take the edge off. I have had my Iud for 3 years now and still love it"


"I have been on this pill for 2 years. Great experience, love the size of the pills. I have 2 - 3 period days. Really minor cramps (when my period is about to come). The big difference is that my breast grew a cup or so (I love it, since my breast are small). No mood swings, appetite normal, no headaches or bad side effects. Definitely recommended."


"Took for a week, within 3 days I had major bloating and gas.  Each day got worse and stomach pain unbearable. I'm On my way to urgent care now."


"My husband had 2 treatments, by the 3rd scheduled appt. he had died. My husbands primary cancer was renal carcinoma which spread to lung after 3 years. He started having a stiff neck with a lot of pain, very low blood pressure, and later developed an intracranial bleed, that was it, over. I really believe the drug may have caused more problems than good. Like the previous reviewer said, do your homework."


"The first day of using the pill I got very dizzy, threw it up and the experience was horrible. The first month of using this pill I was craving pizza and chocolate. My first period lasted 3-4 days and I did experience some cramping on the first day. On the first month and a half my breasts where really swollen. The second month on the pill my period came on the exact date as last month which I was happy about because my period was so irregular. I was not having craving anything and I did not and still have not gained weight. The pill hasn't really given me any side effects other than that. I really like this pill a lot. "


"Starting taking Invokana 100mg along with my 1000mg Metformin on 4-2-16. By 4-12-16 I had the worst yeast infection I'd ever had.  Did the treatment for 3 days, didn't ever really feel regular. Now today I have another yeast infection.  In everyone's experience, does this side effect go away after a certain amount of time on the medication, or keep coming back all the time?  My doctor's promises of this assisting with weight loss and severe edema in my ankles and feet have not come to fruition either.  I am only willing to continue to suffer if I know that this ends after a month or so on the meds."


"I felt inclined to write a review after reading all the bad ones on here. I have been taking this birth control for almost 4 years now. Firstly, my skin feels and looks amazing and has never been better. My sex drive has not been negatively affected by taking this medication. I highly recommend this birth control for girls looking to increase their breast size (even though I am sure you are perfect the way you are!) I went from a C cup to a full DD. I didn't have any nauseous symptoms with this pill even taking it in the morning on an empty stomach. My period is not heavy either.  Don't be afraid to try this medication, it could work for just like it did for me."


"I am a GI Specialist and I have prescribed pylera many times.... should have asked my patients better about their experiences with side effects. Why? Because I was diagnosed with H. pylory gastritis myself and Chose pylera as First choice eradication! What a nightmare! Days 1-3 were ok but then I experienced all the above mentioned side effects, crept to work, lost 6 pounds of weight and as one of you mentioned: thats how chemotherapy must feel like! I fought through (under the concerned pitiful Looks of my collegues) and finished yesterday still feeling pretty Bad and exhausted. Hope it worked!"


"OK, regular blood work last year in August.  Elevated liver numbers.  Go to gastro - run more blood tests, positive for Hep-c.  Suggested Harvoni.  We read about it, talked about it, decided to do it.  12 week treatment, started Feb. 1, 2016.  Blood work every 4 weeks.  Gone after first month.  Gone after 2 month.  Gone after 3 months and no more pills.  No side effects either.  Did quit drinking while taking the medication.  So happy......next blood work.  Still good.  Blood work 2 weeks ago (Early Aug, 2016)....it's back.  So disappointed.  Heartbreaking.  And on top of it all, about 7k in co-pays.  A big waste of time and money.  Read another forum where everyone had a relapse.  Doesn't appear to be as good as thought if you ask me."


"I started Victoza in August 2010 and had severe results with stomach cramping, diarrhea, no appetite and headaches, which are normal reactions.  After a week, I could not stand the stomach pain and the doctor took me off of it.  I lost 10 pounds during that week and my blood sugars came down significantly.  I stayed off of it for about two weeks and then tried it again at the beginning dose of 0.6.  The reaction was not as severe and I was able to continue it.  Now I am finding that the effectiveness is not as good even with the higher dose.  Has anyone else found this to be true.   I have lost about 20 pounds and my blood sugars are great for me but I want to continue to lose the weight which will be good for my blood sugars."


"I was diagnosed with ADD as a child and had been prescribed several medications including wellbutrin, nuerontin, and metadate. All proved ineffective (and the wellbutrin Damn near killed me). Finally I was introduced to Adderall. Adderall finally helped me focus while elevating my mood. I even became friendlier, because I was no longer frustrating myself trying to find the words I wanted to say.

The side effects were mostly mild and went away once the medication built up in my system. Dry mouth, fidgeting, mild erectile dysfunction.

Vasoconstriction was the only side effect that tended to linger, and I recently discovered the hard way that if you are experiencing vasoconstriction, it is wise to avoid heavy exertion."


"Started taking the lowest dose, when that seemed ineffective the doctor upped the dosage, a few times. The entire time I was on the medication I had horrible dizzy spells. I had to time my taking it just right so I would be able to drive to work safely. At first I felt better. I was hoping this was the medicine that would help me with my anxiety. I had hope my body would "get used to it" and the dizziness would eventually end. That never happened. I gave it a full year (I know now how ridiculous that was). During this time period I also had really negative thoughts that I absolutely believe were linked to the medication. I have been off of it and on a different medication for almost a year now and can finally see what it was doing to me."


"I just wanted to suggest zofran for anyone experiencing nausea. 4 mg tablet. Works for me."


"It works excellent have been clean 6 months. I love it."


"My son is 11 yrs old and was diagnosed with ADHD since he was 6 yrs and was on other medicines for 2 yrs now. He started Intuniv since last week and I have not seen any changes but I have read the reviews hoping to see some changes like u guys, will keep you posted."


"I did three months of this, and it was awful. I had previously been on Jolessa which I loved, but wanted a monthly period due to the bad cramps when I finally got my period after 3 months. However, with Sronyx, I noticed I was a lot moodier, crying a lot, spotting a few days before I was even on the placebo pills. Also, I kept getting UTI after UTI which did not happen at all with Jolessa. My anxiety sky rocketed and if anything, I've lost weight due to not being hungry and feeling nauseous when I do eat. I weigh 108 normally, and I've lost 5 pounds since Saturday.  I stopped for a long time and didn't finish my pack due to the UTI pain, so I decided to finish it to see if I had the same symptoms. And yep, everything is back besides the UTI"


"Epiduo Forte is a great topical! My dermatologist put me on it about two weeks ago because I have mild, non-cystic acne. I also have oily skin. She said to wash my face with Cetaphil moisturizing cleanser and use a pea size amount of cetaphil facial moisturizer mixed with the Epiduo to make it easier to spread around and prevent total dryness of the skin. She also informed me the the first four weeks would make my skin worse before it got better, so if your trying it and you see this, don't worry. In the morning, I use Clinique moisture surge on the areas that are most dry and it really helps. I can't say much about the full results yet, only because its my third week on the stuff, but so far it is trust worthy. Hope this helps !!!"


"Works very well. Only problem is the limited use restriction of 5 days. Rheumatoid arthritis pain is continual and ibuprofen my regular nsaid of use has little effect of late. I am referring to the oral administration of toradol
the i. M. Shot will last 24 hours."


"My fellow PSOC victims- this stuff WORKS!!

Having a hormone imbalance sucks but you have to fight hormonal acne at the source; creams and even antibiotics won't work because those aren't the cause of our acne.

I read up on spironolactone and it's an androgen blocker - when women have too much of the male-specific hormones those hormones go to our neck, jaw, and cheeks because that's where men grow beards.

Crazy huh?

I'm 27, been battling with HA since 21ish. Tried everything, seriously.. been on 50mg/day for the first 3 weeks and am now on my 5th week of 100mg/day and I am happy to say I'm acne free- just those lovely scars now :/ but hey, one step at a time right? :) only side effect for me is peeing a lot."


"I was going in for a colonoscopy and this drug worked its wonders!"


"I was first diagnosed with MS in 2006. I have tried Rebif, Betaseron, Copaxone, Avonex & lastly Cytoxen (which is chemo). I am now 47. I have been on Tysabri for 6 years. Tysabri has quite literally saved my life. My peripheral vision is gone due to prior MS flares, but my flares are non-existent now. Since I have been on the drug so long my greatest side effect of infusion seems to be fatigue for a day or 2 after infusion. During infusion I am also given IV Benadryl & anti-nausea medication.
My MRI's have come back clean...no demyelination. If previous MRI's and spinal taps did not show positive proof of disease I would like to believe I was cured.
I do have neuropathy. I don't walk as fast as most and I jumble words. I am JC NEG"


"When I get constipation, I also have trouble with urine. Extremely uncomfortable. But something directed me to discover mc. I only know senokot max, but it didn't help. mc took me 2 hr 10 min to get relieved. Once constipation is gone, so is my urine problem.."


"I never was into pills before but in 2009 I had a child and with all my kids I had to have a C-section. It started by me not being able to move out of bed and take care of my kids. I decided to take 3 x 500s Vicodin and that's when it took me right away. I started taking them everyday to get the pain to go away and for that energy. I had a 2 year old and a newborn and I was changing 2 diaper at once on Vicodin. I couldn't believe the energy. Anyways years later no kids, no house, no car, or anyone, my friend told me about Subutex and I went and tried it out and have been clean since Nov 2012 recently had another child in 2013 and I didn't even want any pain meds actually Subutex took my pain away more. This has truly changed my life"


"I was put on 25mg of Seroquel at age 15 due to major depression. I agree with the previous comment made, even on such a low dose I also feel I'm in a chemical straight jacket. I have trouble thinking straight, I can't concentrate for over 15 minutes, my sleep is average - it's extremely hard to wake up. I also find I'm so much more angrier and impulsive, I stutter and can't form words, as well as shaking uncontrollably in my legs when I get anxious. I also get headaches or even  at least twice per week.

However, my family and close friends have noticed a considerable improvement in my mental health eg suicidal thoughts have almost stopped completely and an increase in more 'happy Emma days'.

Such a strong, powerful and dangerous med"


"For the few people saying they haven't gained weight on this pill, all I can say is, GIVE IT TIME! Anyone who has only been taking it for a month or two has NO CLUE what is in store for them! I'm living proof of this!! I was absolutely FINE the first few months. According to the "medical professionals," your side effects will go away within the first few months. With this pill the OPPOSITE is true. If anything, the longer I stayed on it, the MORE side effects there were and the MORE weight I gained! 1 year in and the bloating and weight gain are out of control! To the point where I finally stopped the pill today! I literally couldn't take it anymore. It's a shame too, because this was the only pill I could tolerate... for a while at least!"


"Skeeter Stik is the best itch medicine stick for insect bites that I have used."


"I was prescribed this 10-day medication for an ear infection after Amoxicillin did not work the first time.    I was also prescribed Prednisone, six-day treatment.   I took note of eating yogurt after taking the prescribed two-dose everyday, to ward of any yeast infections.  The side effects of this medicine kicked in the first day, nausea.  Second day I was okay.  Third day started getting headaches, confusion, and a few stomach cramps.  Fourth day full on migraine, no stomach cramps....5th day, 6th day, 7th day, migraines were getting worse.  I did not finish the rest of the medication after the 7th day.  Appetite had changed, was eating more.  But the migraines were godawful.  It did help my Otitis Media."


"So far I've had a positive experience with this. I'm on my second one. In March of 2017 I will have had it 6 years. No periods at all. NONE. No spotting. No depression. No mood swings. No hairloss. No decrease in sex drive. No pregnancy's. I will say I've had a decrease in appetite and gained weight. I'd say probably 30ish lbs in 5 years, but I wouldn't say it's been impossible to lose I've been dieting for one month now and have lost 15lbs. I know that it isn't for everyone but it's been good for me insertion left minimal bruising the first time I had it done and on removal and reinsertion it bruised a little worse and was more sore but that's mainly from the first one being removed. I will be getting my 3rd one done in March. (:"


"This is by far the best antidepressant I have ever taken. I took 10 mg brand name only and it completely took away my depression. It wasn't a "happy" pill; it just helped me to cope with the normal ups and downs of life like a regular person. It helped me to see that things that used to send me into suicidal despair, were really not the end of the world. I was more confident and assertive, it helped me to take baby steps out of the black pit I was in before, and try new things and be social again. It did turn out that I had some kind of allergy to the pill, which is the only reason I quit taking it. I would highly recommend trying brand name only, start out on a low dose and hang in there for 6 weeks before you decide if you like it or not."


"Just finishing harvoni got 6 days left of 84 pills . Side effect is headache and a little itichy in ankles but feeling so much better had blood test at 4 weeks

Still had small amount of hep c than at 8 weeks non detectable can't wait to see what I'm at in 6 months . I asked to have a drink or glass of wine at a wedding I was going to and Doctor said ok well I have had 6 drinks during treatment and I am non dectable but I am eating healthy a lot of green vegetables."


"After using for a week there were Rashes all over the body,my skin was burning and itching.

i hated this product."


"I'd give Cymbalta a ten, if it didn't stop working.  60 mg killed all my pain.  Then after 3 months approximately it all came back.  My doctor just upped me to 90 mg and I get by on Percocet which works, but not as well as Cymbalta initially did.  We'll see what happens.
"


"I have been taking 25mg amitriptyline for over a year now. My migraines have almost disappeared which is very good as I was having 2 a month lasting up to 3 days each. I've had Migraines since I was 14 and had hoped that I would start to get better after the age of 60. But not so I'm 68 now and will continue the pills though I'm worried about long term use. I get it on the national health here."


"Pharmacy switched my BCP from Gildess Fe 1/20 to Blisovi.  I've gained 10+ lbs in less than 2 months!!! My life style has always been the same - watch what I eat and workout daily.  But I was not able to control my body weight.  I would NOT recommend this pill to anyone."


"I have been on Pristiq 50 mg for 2 days now.  I suffer from a host of illnesses, fibromyalgia, CFS, migraines, depression, etc. I have noticed a tremendous increase in my energy in just 2 days. However, I have been having severe abdominal cramps after eating (and I am eating light), but my psychiatrist advised me that the stomach pains should subside shortly.  I finally got through a day with a much more positive attitude."


"I've been on TriNesaa for two years. I take it every day at the same time. I've never missed a pill. It cleared my acne. I've not had a pregnancy scare and this is the only form of birth control my husband and I use. I have not gained weight. Sex no longer hurts due to endometriosis because the pill had reduced the side effects. My only complaint is my constant mood swings, which changes in a second."


"I was nervous about taking this medication due to potential side effects, but I didn't experience a single side effect from it and my infection cleared up after one round of treatment at 500 mg a day for 7 days (I think)."


"Horrible horrible horrible! Words can't explain how horrible this patch has made my life. Gave me the worst anxiety of my life! Never ever taking it again! I don't recommend it to anyone!"


"I had already been monitoring my testosterone levels for several years just to see where I was within the range.  For years my test results have always been normal for my age. Then after experiencing a few consecutive tough years in my business, accompanied by excessive fatigue, frequent insomnia, and a general loss of interest in doing much at all, I went in for another testosterone test. To my astonishment my level decreased to about 40% of my previous average. My experience with therapy has been nothing short of a complete turnaround. Energy is back, attitude is improved ,gained muscle, lost fat, and no longer use antidepressants. I think my low T levels were the root of many of my issues and I have not experienced one negative side effect."


"My anxiety caused me to have to move back in with my parents after 20 years, my guts were always churning, everything I ate would go straight through me and I would get panic attacks that made me sweat; I had to be signed off from work. The anxiety lead to depression and I honestly didn't know how I was going to get through each day. Citalopram has fixed me completely. The first week or so was rough and the symptoms worsened but I was warned about that and stuck with it. Now I lead a normal life, I work, travel the world and function well in relationships. I am deeply grateful for the drug. Sometimes I feel bad about being dependent on it - I can't seem to come off without the symptoms returning, but I couldn't have carried on how I was."


"I couldn't remember the last time I had a "good" day since diagnosed having Fibromyalgia until 2010, when I was first told about Lyrica by an emergency doctor. The symptoms & pain had got so bad that I drove myself to a Baylor emergency room. Physically and mentally I just felt defeated. I was so stressed out that I developed an ulcer and my potassium/magnesium levels were so low they admitted me several times for as long as a week on time. Bags of blood had to be given and IV fluids. Ugh..I was a hot mess. I don't recall the doctor that introduced me to Lyrica, cause I was in and out a few times, but all I can say is a BIG thank-you. I've been on Lyrica 300mg a day since 2010. I can get what I need done and function like a normal woman."


"I had colonoscopy done with propofol.I am a physician who previously had a colonoscopy with Versed and did great. I asked not to use propofol,but got persuaded into going along with it.It was a nightmare as I awoke with projectile vomiting,severe abdominal pain and distention even though my colonoscopy was totally normal.I have been sick for days.I recently read an article in consumer reports about propofol being used excessively and unnecessarily in colonoscopies and they are correct.There are major risks with this drug even after the fact.These are unnecessary risks when one can use conscious sedation with Versed and not have these side effects or risks.Propofol is being used to speed the turnover in the recovery room....not for safety."


"I have been taking Sprintec for about one month. I switched off of YAZ which gave me intense mood swings, other than that I had no issues with YAZ, but it was expensive as well. My OBGYN put me on Sprintec. I have missed a pill twice and had to double up the next night, both nights I was up getting violently ill, for 10 hours. I've missed school because of this. I am going to wait 2 months and see if this stops, if not I will be switching. If I get an yeast infection this month I will not continue another month that's for sure."


"My life has been so awful after this shot, I got it in April 2015, I started bleeding right after I got the shot horrible stomach pains horrible pain, emotionally a mess, it is now June 2016 I've been off of the depo sense dec 2015 and I've been bleeding non stop I am constant pain, I can't enjoy making love it is a mess and a chore and I am so depressed all the doctors just keep giving me like a whoah your bleeding that long and doing nothing for me"


"I believe I started my Kyleena journey in March. The insertion scared me due to horror stories, but I have a high pain tolerance. It was an extremely uncomfortable insertion. I went back to work right after & was pretty okay. I bled for 2.5 weeks straight after insertion. The night before my ultrasound I felt a dull pain in my lower stomach, but I thought it was in my head. Nope-- my IUD was coming out sideways. I decided to try it one more time. I had the reinsertion 2 weeks ago, I have random sharp uterine pain every so often. May be once a day. I do love that I'm no longer bleeding, but I'm not sure if this switch was right for me though I switched from LoLoestrin for the convenience. I have my second ultrasound in a few weeks."


"My doctor recommended Euflexxa in a severely arthritic left knee after 18 months of cortisone shots.  The cortisone worked very well but there were concerns about using it "long term".   I had the 3 rounds of shots, with the last round 5 weeks ago.  I have more pain now than before the shots.  I am woken more at night with pain, and have more constant pain throughout the day.  The only benefit from the Euflexxa is a mild increased tolerance for kneeling."


"I was prescribed this medicine by my dermatologist. After a matter of days my face started burning more and more agonizing each day. Until finally it hurt to put just about anything on my face. I know I can't be the only one!"


"Love it! This medication can have a tough adjustment period. But I took 1tsp of Benadryl with it at night and that helped me adjust. As long as you don't have symptoms of allergic reaction then my advice is hang in there. Saphris is by far the best medicine! I now take 5mg in the morning and 5mg at night with zero side effects. This med has made all my anxiety and paranoia associated with mania dissappear! I have been using free samples so far but the cost will be worth my health and sanity!"


"I was taking Ultram ER 100 mg once a day along with Lyrica with no real relief. My doctor upped my Ultram to 200 mg once a day and I feel much better. I can't believe the difference the dosage makes. Off course, being time release it does take a while to kick in, but I found I can work a longer day sometimes."


"This was the first drug they tried for me when I was diagnosed with diabetes. I was unlucky to get one of the rare side effects. It made me super drowsy to where I couldn't get out of bed. When I did get up for maybe eating or bathroom, I felt like a zombie. Working was impossible. I went off the med, felt better, and tried it a second time with the same effect.
I gave this a two because I know this drug can work for some people. It works well for my husband with minimal side effects. Just not for me."


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"Midrin is the best medication I have taken for my migraines.  As long as I take it at the first sign of a migraine, usually the aura and it goes away in about 20 minutes. I usually only have to take 2 for relief. I don't go anywhere without it."


"I have been depressed and not getting sleep at all. After I had my first baby I took Xanax didn't help finally I told my doctor I need some medicine at least for sleep and he prescribed Elavil and it works for all of my symptoms, depression, anxiety and I sleep like a baby. 50mg at bedtime, try it - it is old medicine but it helps."


"All the other medications I have been on produced horrible side effects. Seroquel works great and the only side effect is sleepiness. Stable at 600mg and quite pleased."


"While my RLS inevitably was in the evening, I also had it during the day.  My dose slowly increased  to 1mg three times a day.  Two years ago  I fell asleep while driving, then later I Was told I was "napping" for seconds to 10+ minutes even while conversing.  Last month, typing at table, I "found myself" standing over my chair reading something I had not typed, & was frightened!  Then, was working in my kitchen -- then was in another room about to sit down, landing hard on kitchen floor. Have tried 2 newer meds with no RLS relief.  Now decreasing mirapex,  take 0.5 tid (half previous dose) & today trying twice daily.  Neurologist is trying alternative meds & so far nothing works but pramipexole, so am decreasing dose every few days."


"My doctor prescribed me 10mg sonata for my insomnia. Sonata is great if you only want 3-4 hours of sleep on exam days because of its short duration and no drowsiness. However, if you want to get a full 7-8 hours of sleep it sucks  being woken up in the middle of the night every time (~2-4am), unable to fall back asleep. Have to take a second dose to fall back asleep but takes a white to kick in since you're not drowsy when you woke up and you're writing this review awake in bed waiting for sleepiness to come..."


"Helped with vertigo but inital dosage made me feel somewhat drugged. A half dose worked better for me as the side effects went away."


"I am only on day one of taking Contrave but I thought I'd write a review anyway. Many people experienced severe side effects right away, but I took Contrave with food and drank about 2 cups of water after and continued to drink water all day I feel completely normal after about 24 hours. I just wanted to put that out there for people who are considering giving it a try. Will post again next week. I got a coupon from my doctor for the cost, but it is still going to be $90 a month. Very expensive but hopefully worth it."


"Started the gel 5 or so weeks ago for my rosacea and it's just gotten a million times worse. My cheeks are angrier than ever and I'm even getting spots on areas that are normally clear, like my forehead, nose, and chin."


"It has been 23 years since I took Accutane and other than the occasional pimple I have been acne free. I was a teenager with very bad acne. I tried every medicine that was around at the time. The drug was relativity new when I took it, but my doctor was clear about all of the side effects. I knew what I was getting into when I took the medicine. Dry skin, chapped lips, I could peel the dry skin off my face and I cut my lips in the mornings occasionally. This product was not forced on me, but it changed my life. It gave me my confidence back! I looked at my high school photos in grade 10( not a pretty picture), but in grade 11 I looked like a new person. People want easy fixes, but don't want it to be hard!"


"At first I found this method ideal! I was terrible at remembering to take the pill and the though of an IUD that could "migrate" (i.e. puncture my uterine wall) was NOT something I was too keen on trying - this seemed like the perfect solution. All was well for the first 6-8 months; my period virtually stopped and I didn't worry about taking a pill or getting pregnant!  As the 8 month mark sent in, I started to gain weight (25lbs) but that wasn't even the most troubling side-effect. I started to experience crippling mood swings, I would be driving to work and a song would come on and I would burst into tears. I would get irrationally mad at people for stupid things, and I found myself slipping into a moderate depression. Do NOT recommend."


"On pain meds after an auto accident I became constipated, no bowel movement for 3 days.   Took 2 tbsp at 10pm. First bowel movement at 1:30 am,  another at 3am.  No cramping.  Did get slightly nausea but well worth it to lose the pain, bloating and frustration of no being able to go."


"Claritin Children's Allergy 10 Chewable Tablet —

I am a Buzz agent and recieved a sample of this to try. It say's children's but 2 pills has the same amount of Loratadine as 1 regular claritin. So, I decided ( since I have horrible allergies) I'd try it. It tastes great!  It was also very fast acting. Withing 20 minutes my nose was clear. My throat isn't itchy at all. I know it says it's for kids, but I think I might start taking this. It makes taking a medication I have to take more enjoyable!"


"I felt extremely woozy, nauseated, and shaky while on this medication. I had 2 trips to the ER for severe dehydration caused by the Geodon. I was so shaky I was pretty much convulsing, my heart was going crazy, and it felt like my brain was shutting down. By the time I got to the ER I could barely form sentences and very nearly blacked out. It was a terrifying experience. I felt sick the entire time taking this drug."


"Since taking Monessa the only problem I have had was an increase in appetite and not having a sex drive PERIOD. Husband is very upset because I'm NEVER in the mood and I NEVER want to be touched sexually(month )..."


"Herceptin is a life saver for those of us that are HER2 . I took it every 3 weeks for 52 weeks.You will need a TET done on your heart before you start and Benadryl before infusion but I had no side effects. I did take it with Taxol for 12 weeks. Life saver!"


"How long does it take to get use to them, I use to take 12mg hydromorphone now in on 60mg of M-elson. But it seems to hit me faster then hydro. Will the fidgeting go away."


"I was prescribed Lo Loestrin Fe for my debilitating cramps and anemia. I was on another hormone treatment a few years back but stopped taking it due to low finances. On a regular check-up, my doctor suggested trying birth control pills again even though it is not pregnancy prevention I am seeking. I agreed since I am unmarried and do not intend on having children in the next few years.

Now I am on my third month of using Lo Loestrin and I am liking it so far. My cramps have slowly become minimal, my bleeding is no longer insanely heavy, my last period lasted 4 days instead of 7, and best of all I do not feel severely ill due to my anemia."


"Not as many side effects as other antidepressants, such as Celexa."


"I've had a ringing/buzzing in my right ear (only) for several years. It's been stressful I could barely function. My doctor prescribed alprazolam so I could relax & sleep at night but 1 day, when the ringing was unusually loud/distracting, I decided to just try using it during the daytime. I took 1/2 of a tablet and within a very short time, less than 1/2 hour, the ringing was gone. It seems to be effective for about 6-8 hours. I also take my usual 1 tablet for sleeping and my anxiousness about tinnitus is under control for the most part. I don't understand but I'm too happy to question it. My prescription is for 1 tablet 2X/day so I'm on the low end when taking only 1 1/2! "


"Effective at stopping bladder pain but suffered very bad oral and nasal dryness so had to stop. Also suggest try not to drink alcohol for bladder pain."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Just finished my first dose. I am scheduled for first dose at 4pm and second at 8pm for a 7:15am colonoscopy the next day. After taking the first does it took on,y 15 minutes before it kicked in. Although the salty taste was my main objection it works quite effectively."


"Zomig ZMT works well for me, especially when I take it just as I get the feeling I will get a migraine. All migraine symptoms are gone within 30-45 minutes. My side effects are:
*drowsiness (but not so much that I can't function. I just yawn a lot), some neck stiffness, taste sensitivity (the first several bites of food after letting the tablet dissolve cause my tastebuds to feel really funny... sort of a sharp feeling if that makes any sense at all)
BUT, those symptoms are a lot better than having a migraine!

"


"MY VAGINA IS ON FIRE! I've never used monistat 7 day treatment and I honestly thought I misused it because of how much pain I'm in. Literally seconds after inserting the applicator I ran the bathroom and have been rinsing my vagina with cold water. I'm dying laughing at all these comments, worst experience EVER OMG I'm in tears, do not use this garbage!!"


"I originally asked my doctor for a birth control pill with the least amount of hormones because I did not want my period to completely stop. I have always had very irregular and heavy periods. She said this would make them lighter and more regular. Over the course of a year, this pill made my periods almost inexistent. I would get it maybe once every 4 months and usually only lasted a day. My sex drive was gone. I gained 60 pounds even thought I never really had much of an appetite. I was depressed and anxious all the time. The only good thing about it was it cleared up my skin. I use Junel Fe now but I still have similar side effects so I'm going to talk to my doctor about switching again :("


"28 years old, 165 pounds. Severe paranoia from stimulants and Wellbutrin; caffeine as well. Nowhere else to turn, I started on Straterra 10mg, twice a day. Effects in first 2 hours. Felt manic-ish. Sleep pattern disrupted. Cola colored urine stains on the toilet bowl when not flushed. Smoking desire enhanced.
2 weeks later. same dosage. Very focused. Used together occasionally with an anti-psychotic and anti-anxiety for when any panic attacks, manicness, or paranoia begins to occur.

Studying time increased. Comprehension enhanced. Distractions minimized. Recommend this medicine at 10mg for those with side effects from stimulants."


"I thought nothing could stop my panic attacks I had several a day for no apparent reason. This medicine has literally saved my life I'm on day 8 and although days 1 to 5 were difficult I now feel 'normal'. I feel nothing could set me off panicking - I'm happy. It's hard at first but please stick with it"


"I have suffered from eczema for all my life.  I have had years with little suffering and after age 60 developed eczema on my face aolng with rosacea spots.  I suffer from inverse psoriasis under my arms, breasts and inner thighs.  My condition worsens with heat, stress and certain foods and chemicals.  Over the past three weeks I'm thrilled to say the eczema patches on my face and eyelids, behind my ears improved immediately, within 24 hours of using Eucrisa!  The other areas with inverse psoriasis have improved as well!  I highly recommend this product after a lifetime of so many other creams and ointments it is a miracle to have a non steriod drug!"


"I have taken Protonix without any relief. My doctor increased my dosage from 40mg to 80mg. I had really bad headaches and no relief from reflux. I began taking Aciphex and got results immediately."


"So far I've noticed hair loss, which my doctor told me will eventually go away, headaches only in morning and before bed time, mood swings. I'm normally very confident but I've been depressed and my skin has been so itchy I can't stand it. Been on for almost 3 months now, itching is increasingly getting worse for me."


"I have BPH and wish to avoid TURP surgery. My urologist did ultrascans, CT scans, nuclear renal scans, etc. I have urine retention and that has led to one kidney having swelling.  He ordered intermediate cathing. Have been doing that for 2 months now. My bladder is voiding to 0 and retention is capped at 300-350 cc. More scans indicate my kidneys are doing fine now.

I started Rapaflo with Finasteride before cathing. It did not help void my bladder. So we moved to cathing. I have no urge to pee unless my bladder has over 400 cc. So Rapaflo/finasteride does not seem to be working.  I do have retrograde ejaculation. Surely, Rapaflo is causing it.

Urologist says keeping taking R+F as it might take time. Meanwhile int cathing is the plan."


"I was put on Solodyn but within days, my acne was getting worse and worse, which forced me to go to my dermatologist and ask for something else. She told me that antibiotics shouldn't make you "worst before it gets better", considering how it's supposed to work. After getting cortisone steroid shots on them, she put me on doxycycline and within days, my skin was getting better and better. I've been on it for 2 months now and I've only gotten maybe 1 or 2 small pimples and they would go away in 2-3 days tops. I'm also using clindamycin phosphate lotion 1% once a day at night and this combination has been amazing."


"I have been taking Orlistat for 6 weeks and have lost a stone in weight. I have not experienced any bad side effects but am on a low fat diet. I have an underactive thyroid so I leave 4 hours for thyroxine to take effect before I take orlistat. Good luck."


"I just started taking Tri Sprintec after my last period, and I'm now on the week of placebo pills.  I was really worried that I was going to have all the terrible side effects everyone mentions.  So far I had have had no negative side effects, aside from some spotting during the 3rd week of pills that got heavier the closer I got to the placebo pills week.  I've had no weight gain, no nausea, no mood swings, and the best part is I don't have near the cramps I used to. My acne is a little bit better, but I read that it may take a few months for it to help my skin. I also read that the breakthrough bleeding is normal when you first start taking any form of birth control, so I'm going to continue taking it and hope that it decreases with time."


"Worked for a few nights, but had terrible nightmares.  After that nothing.
Because they were $300 for a months supply, I decided to try it again after 2weeks.
Slept 2 hours, with terrible nightmare.
I paid the $300 and insurance would only reimburse me $123.
Never again"


"I've been on Toprol XL for 15 years ..started on 50 mg once per day then dropped to 25 mg ..experienced symptoms again then was changed to bystolic but only for a short time ..the doc said toprol was more for my problem so changed back and now on toprol xl 50 mg per day again ..I tried the generic 4 times and always have to take the brand .The genetic didn't work for me after the fourth day of trying it...but now I have severe dizziness floating and faint feeling spells that are worser with my period and noticed my blood pressure getting very low when resting 87/54 or 85/58...so I'm debating on going back to 25 mg per day ..anyone had this experience with Toprol xl?"


"21 day treatment. This stuff is brutal but it works. Make sure you give yourself a full two months for treatment and recovery. This treatment is lengthy and there is a process to it.  Try to plan your treatment in the winter or fall months when its cooler. Believe me you will not want to go outside.  Your face will be unsightly and you will become sensitive to the sun.  Use the medicine at night and aquaphor during the day or at least two hours after you apply the cream.  Cool the cream in the refrigerator for a bit for instant relief. You WILL get itchy.  I used a q tip dipped in aquaphor to gently relieve the itchy. Be careful around the crevices by your nose. You don't want cream to accumulate there.  Hang in there."


"i have been on Brintellix for 6 months and feel amazing. I have energy and desire to be active and involved. I had noticed an improvement in my ability to concentrate and remember tasks. I love it and am so glad I feel whole."


"I've been on it about a year, and love it. It took a few months for my body to settle into it. The combined oral birth control pill gave me problems of high blood pressure, etc. No pregnancy, only one month where my period was about a week and a half late and after that I had two periods a month for two months. Now I've settled back into it. I have actually lost weight and before I started dieting my breast size had increased by about a cup size. It was great! I still like it and then I'm happy to continue it."


"I have been dealing with sweaty palms since the 3rd grade.  I never understood why I was so different.  I couldn't wear cute sandals because my feet would slip and slide.  I couldn't hold my husband's hand without drenching his.  I am now 32, live in hot/humid Florida so finally decided to ask my dermatologist what can help.  I used this stuff twice on my feet and was AMAZED that I wore sandals and did not slip out of them - total life changer."


"Took this as I was having bad anxiety and insomnia, waking up early constantly with that uncomfortable tight chest feeling and just having no energy.  Seemed to work for the first 3 days, then I got really depressed.  I started at 5mg and went up 5mg a week til I hit 20mg.  I have been super depressed, more anxious, was extremely nauseous and could barely eat for almost 2 weeks, and my sleep hasn't improved at all.  After almost 4 weeks on this stuff, I am a mess and don't feel like myself at all.  Weening off and trying something else.  I got up to 15mg.  Tried to get to 20 but just felt too horrible."


"I was due for my period Feb 25 and I had sex Feb 13 took pill day after and because of the stress I came on the 26 but it works.and that was my ovulation day. Now two years later did it again period due on October 29 had sex again with my bd on ovulation day again on 16 took the pill yesterday..so I am not worried but this is my last time because we already have twins..."


"Although this medicine does work as described its response time to panic outbreak is not fast. It takes about 45 minutes for the feeling of dread or mania to subside. To go further the feeling is still there but it blocks the mind from reacting irrationally to the racing thoughts. I gave this medicine an 8 not a 10 because of the reaction time. So far all medications in this class have made me tired. I like this one because I have had no side effects or cross interactions with other medications."


"In the 8 hours of taking one tablet,i had about as many experiences of feeling i was going to have a stroke or heart attack.And you can buy in the supermarket,never again."


"I was prescribe this medication for anxiety, and it worked. I had panic attacks on the nyc subway before taking the medication but when I was on it really helped me to gain a normal life. I was on it for about 8 months then my doctor decided to take me off it cause my life became organized. That was the worst experience ever, coming off paxil was the hardest thing ever, and I recommend when you come off it to taper down very slowly because it just was absolutely hell. This drug does help but it's addictive and hard to come off. Also I gained about 30 pounds on it. I'd recommend the medication if you are having panic attacks, but for general anxiety disorders I would ask to try something else before paxil."


"Gives me moderate headaches, acne, fatigue and susceptibility to infections when I use it but it does help to manage ulcerative colitis. I have to balance between the side effects of the medicine and the intestinal damage. My goal is to use it once a week."


"It's horrible if you have irregular periods DO NOT I CAN NOT URGE YOU enough it's not meant for you because you will bleed forever"


"I've had cold sores since I was 8. I would get them every 2 months and they would last about 2 weeks before they were completely gone. My dentist prescribed me valtrex. If I take it at the first hour of feeling a cold sore coming on it works great.  I don't get the little blisters that form on the lip, just feels a little swollen.  It goes away after 3 days.
Unfortunately it doesn't work once the blisters have formed.  So if you get a cold sore in the morning and only get home at 8pm to take the valtrex it won't work the same way.
So I always have it in my purse just in case.  Life saver."


"This medicine has made me so sick I should just live in the bathroom"


"I suffer with cc frequently.  Until Linzes the only relief was magnesium citrate.  I use it more on a as needed basis as it frequently brings on a watery stool for a few hours after taking for a couple days. It has brought my cc into a manageable situation. There can be slight lower back discomfort when the watery stool occurs but it prevents all the abdominal pain associated with my cc."


"When I first started taking it, it helped me immensely with my ADHD.

Pretty quickly, however, it stopped working. For one thing, it gives me crazy mood swings. It really amps me up at first, and I get super euphoric and happy for two hours, and then I feel awful and anxious and depressed. It actually potentiates my ADHD symptoms.

It makes me extremely thirsty all the time, so I keep having to leave class to go use the bathroom or fill up my water bottle.

Adderall makes it harder for me to appreciate the beauty of nature. I feel less in touch with my emotions when I take it.

I understand that Adderall helps people a lot of the time, so it's worth a shot. But it didn't help me AT ALL. In fact, it probably made things worse."


"I have been on Pristiq for 2 and a half weeks. The first day I was nauseated but I ate and felt much better. The first week I was very hyper in the morning when I took it. I could not drink my usual cup of coffee. The late afternoon I felt tired. This week I feel much better not hyper at all. I feel somewhat calmer and my husband agrees. I have lost 4 pounds so far and that is great. I have hypothyroidism and gained 10lbs from Synthroid. I am taking Pristiq because I have mood swings and horrible PMS. I do hope I feel more of the effects of this medication in the next few weeks. I was on Wellbutrin and Celexa before but had side effects. Pristiq has been awesome so far."


"It helps stabilize my moods and has helped with my insomnia. However, I have started to have experiences of sleep paralysis that are quite terrifying."


"(18 years old, 104lbs, 5'0) I was on 25 mg and switched to 40mg as I hadn't noticed anything after a month. So far I have dry mouth sometimes, feel more tired, nausea after taking pill. Also, those around had noticed that I am blah all the time after I take it and that I completely change from my upbeat personality to very flat. I will be talking to my doctor about taking a stimulant instead so I won't have to take it everyday."


"Metallic taste, diarrhea. Need to take medicine before food. Drink a lot of water."


"I have severe anxiety at work and suffer from OCD. It got to the point where I was having chest pains, shortness of breath, and panic attacks at work.  I have taken Xanax occasionally and it seems to help, but only temporarily. I am not a "pill popper" and was very disagreeable when my DR suggested I take a SSRI. I reluctantly agreed to take Celexa as I was in fear of loosing my job. I have been taking 10 mg for two weeks now and I am already seeing a difference. I do not feel anxious or panicky as much and I am able to think with a clear head. I do not seem to worry either. The only side effect so far is hot flashes at night. Celexa has changed my life!"


"Went to the ER and they injected me with this, I immediately began coughing, fell back onto the bed, and began shaking uncontrollably and could not speak. The nurse panicked and her eyes got teary, she then told me to fall alseep and I refused because I was so scared! At 24 years old I was not ready for this, I felt I was going to die. Took me an hour to stop the shaking and my headache was still there. Never again! I am now traumatized from that experience and am afraid to ever get injected before knowing what exactly the drug is and its effects. Stay away from it please."


"This medication gave me really bad travelling gas with cold sweats and made me very nauseous on the very first pill! I might ask my doctor to replace this medication for something else. I find it very strong, especially for a mild skin infection due to a spider bite!"


"I got three injections, a week apart.  The first two didn't hurt at all, but I got the third one from a different doctor and it hurt.

After the first injection, my knee felt swollen on the inside and stiff, it got worse with each new injection.

I used to have pain pretty much only when I went on the stairs or twisted the wrong way.  Now it feels swollen in the joint and on my leg from a few inches above the knee to a few inches below the knee.  Like I am wearing a super tight bandage.  The pain has increased to the point it is really painful to go up or down the stairs and even at night lying in bed, it's hard to find a comfortable position because it feels like someone is drilling into my knee."


"I have had migraines since I was 9 so for 22 years now. I tried Imitrex nasals with no results. My hero of a doctor prescribed Maxalt 8 years ago and I can manage my life now. I don't have any side effects from it although it wouldn't matter since I now get relief!  I have found migraine medicines are hit or miss for many so I'm beyond pleased I found a hit. I recommend Maxalt to anyone that will listen."


"I have been taking Yaz for roughly around 7 years, it was a miracle pill for my PMDD when I first started taking it. Over the past 3-4 years I have not been feeling up to par. Severe allergies, fatigue, mouth ulcers, no interest in sex, moodiness and stomach pain are just a few of the things I had been experiencing.  After a bout of moodiness and having to be talked to twice at work (this never happens, I pride myself in my work ethics) I finally decided to check into the background and rare side effects of Yaz, I have been experiencing all of them! I'm not suggesting this will happen to everyone but if you start to not quite feel yourself it never hurts to check into your medications background. I will stop taking Yaz!"


"I've been in 4 car accidents in 9 yrs here in LA. The last accident they cut me from my vehicle. I was ran into by a drunk driver. 3 bulging disc in my neck and 5 in my lower back and all of ligaments torn on my lower left back. I was in agony. I couldn't sleep, sit and standing and walking had me hunched over like a little old lady. The doctors started out with 10/325's. I ate those like candy. Finally the pain mgt specialist gave me 10 mg oxycodones twice a day. Those worked but they upped the dosage to 20mg twice a day. I finally got back into the pool last week and swam for 30 mins. I was so happy I cried. This medicine has helped me so much."


"Paxil was an absolute life changer for me 8 years before 'pooping out' last year. Alcohol abuse was almost certainly the cause of it's ineffectiveness & I have learned my lesson. Many negative reviews on the web describe the severe withdrawal symptoms. I count myself lucky that Paxil worked wonders for me WITHOUT any withdrawal periods. Not everyone experiences this withdrawal so if you're here reading experiences & worrying about possible future withdrawal don't assume it will happen to you. I am now on mirtazapine which is ok but I really miss the feel good 'boost' & confidence that Paxil gave me. I used to call this my 'serotonin high'.  I hope to find another SSRI that worked similar to Paxil for me. Zoloft & citalopram failed."


"I've been on liletta for a year now. If you never had children like me you will find the process very painful. I had severe cramping for about an hour after insertion and slight bleeding over a couple days. My periods are very light now basically spotting, but they last longer.  My acne has not changed; I still break out around the time of my period. And I feel like this IUD might be making me put on weight or not helping me to loose it. Overall very effective to prevent pregnancy."


"My doctor prescribed this for my anxiety due to perimenopause, 37 mg.  I was always tired on it so he increased it to 75mg xr.  I'm not as tired as I used to be and I no longer wake with anxiety and can sleep through the night.  My energy level is not as high as it used to be before Effexor.  My appetite has also increased.  I've heard this can be due to a combination of the Effexor and menopause.  If I skip a dose, I get headaches."


"I think this product works to some extent. It isn't a magic bullet for me, but maybe cuts down on the length of a cold sore by perhaps 2 days. It is quite expensive for the extremely tiny amount of product you get. I would caution against buying the pump version of this product, it dispenses far too much of the preciously priced cream and you end up wasting it. Buy the old fashioned squeeze tube instead and apply as directed."


"Very convenient......noted side effects of breast tenderness (bothersome) and increased milky vaginal discharge (am told this is normal)......has improved vaginal dryness and dysparuenia (painful intercourse)."


"Even small (half) doses of Temazepam effectively helped me to get to sleep and stay asleep for an appropriate amount of time. However, it consistently caused me to have feelings of irritability and aggression for the following 24 hours. I found myself growing angry and frustrated, expressing this in ways that are very out of character. I do not usually express anger overtly, perhaps becoming teary instead, but Temazepam inhibited my self-control and caused me to speak out aggressively in very unfamiliar and unhelpful ways. I put added stress into family life and had a very dangerous effect on my relationships. I only took Temazepam in reduced doses intermittently (e.g. 1 or 2 doses per week) and the impact was consistently bad the next day."


"Was originally prescribed as a shortcourse to take 2 or 3 daily to get through a really bad patch but I have found it works better to only take occasionally when I really need it.

Provides pretty fast (within 15 mins to half hour) yet lasting (up to 3/4 hours) relief of Anxiety. Works a treat it's probably the best thing i've ever taken for Anxiety. The only criticism is it can make you feel a bit out of it and slow but it depends on the dose. I was prescribed 5mg tablets and i find that snapping them in half to have 2.5mg still works but makes me less drowsy. I adjust the dose depending on how severe the Anxiety is.

It's a good idea to experiment when first prescribed so you know how it affects you."


"AMAZING.....after 1 week I could sleep, all panic attacks, seating, fear of dying, heart racing stopped. Have never been better."


"I've almost reached the end of my titration pack and I'm going to continue using this medication. So far, I haven't had a huge improvement in pain but it does seem to help a small amount. I'm hoping this improves. My mood has become so much better. I have the desire to want to go out and do things again. I'm happier. That itself, has made a big difference in my life. I feel more like myself again after years and years of clinical depression. At the beginning, it did make me feel very nauseous. This only happened for a few days. It's worth going through!"


"I have finished a 3- month pack for the purpose of reducing heavy bleeding probably caused by fibroids. The breakthrough bleeding never stopped. The package insert says this symptom occurs in 10% of the patients. Pros: more energy because I have fewer heavy periods. Cons: Still have abdominal pain once in 3 months during period, and have small amount of bleeding every day. I haven't decided whether to continue for another 3 months or seek a different treatment."


"I have had chronic constipation since I was a baby!  I remember having to take suppositories as a kid, not going to the bathroom for 2-3 weeks and getting very ill and needing an emema.  I took Zelnorm for a few months before it was pulled from the market, that was an amazing drug. It made me feel wonderful and I would empty completely every day.  I always have 8 enemas under my sink at all times. My GI doctor doesn't like that I take them but if I don't I will be in the hospital!  I took Linzess this morning at 6 am on an empty stomach, waited about 1 1/2 hours before I ate breakfast, 2 pm I ate a light lunch and I have yet to have a bowel movement.  Well, today is day one.  I will come back and update this or add a new note tomorrow."


"I notice no pain relief from this drug. It makes me extremely sleepy throughout the day and causes my mouth to stay dry.  At least I get a good nights sleep, but I wake up feeling groggy and never get going after that. Sometimes causes me to feel confused, but maybe that is the groggy effect returning. I'm male, 42 years old, and in good health overall."


"I have suffered from migraines for 35 years and have tried absolutely everything for them.  Between my preventatives and abortives, I've been on over 75 different medications.. Cafergot is the ONLY medication outside of a Demerol injection at the emergency room that eliminates my migraines--even a level 10.  However, I do experience extreme nausea from it--on top of the nausea from my migraine attack.  Because of the level of nausea I often will not take it until my migraine is a level 9 or higher."


"I recently got the deposit shot March 9th for the very first time. And for the rest of the month I didn't have an sign of a cycle. Come April 6th I've been spotting ever since. I even went to the Dr at the end of April to get estrogen pills to stop the bleeding and it stops bit as soon as you stop taking the pills it starts right back spotting again which I stopped taking because it caused a yeast infection, so then I had to get med for that. Here it is the end of May and I'm still bleeding. And come June I'm scheduled for the 2nd shot. There is NO WAY I'm ever getting this again. Can someone tell me when does this ever stop. I even started reading up on natural ways such as herbal stores to help stop the bleeding. What helps?"


"The side effects are well worth the pain/inflammation relief attributed to this therapy. One of the few that ACTUALLY works for me. Does require regular monitoring by medical practitioner."


"I was taking this birth control for a little less than three years. I started when I was 15 for Polycystic ovarian syndrome. When I first started taking it I was EXTREMELY moody, it was as if all hell broke lose. After a few months my period became lighter and I had less cramps. This year was the worst: extreme depression, moodiness, severe cramps, long periods, Etc. The biggest issue I had was EXTREME weight gain (not at all in the right places) I had to get off it. I went from being 118 pounds to 154. Terrible experience. The only pro was that it cleared my acne. Finally switched so we will see how my new one works out."


"I was on metadate 60 mg from 9-14 and it created a very intense anxiety and paranoia threw out my teenage years. Worst CNS medicine I've ever taken. I was on CNS medication from 6-16 and it did nothing but worsen long term. And leave me like a zombie while I was on it."


"This is the first birth control I've ever been on and it works great. I've been on it for about 6 months. My period only last 5 days now, with no spotting whatsoever. I've had NO abnormal bleeding - however when I'm on my period the first day, my cramps hurt a little more than usual. My minimal acne is about the same, but during the first few months I noticed that Aviane cleared my skin up quite well. During my periods when I stop taking Aviane, my acne might flare up a bit. Some days my mood swings get worse; I find myself angrier at small things or I get depressed for no reason. It's not a big deal to me. My weight also stayed about the same - I've lost almost 3 pounds, but during the first few weeks of taking Aviane I was hungry a lot."


"Helps me so much."


"For years, I didn't know I was suffering from Anxiety and Panic Attacks. My doctor told me what was happening to me & prescribed Xanax. It helps me TREMENDOUSLY. I feel "normal" now. Been using it for 10 years."


"I started taking Adipex on March 15th. Today is May 28th and I'm down 15 lbs. It seems to be very slow coming off, unlike the other users who say the weight just 'drops off'. It's not what's happening to me, however I do take an antidepressant that may slow the weight loss down a bit. I have changed my eating habits completely, however I still haven't found the time to exercise. If it's that time of the month, I may even go up a few pounds, then the following week, I'll be back down. It's definitely worth it."


"Today was my first day on the pill. My goal is to lose 30lbs, needed some help getting there. I'm 203 now. Excited to see some progress."


"I'll keep this short.  I have taken Tri Lo Sprintec, Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo, and Velivet (in that order).  Although my experience with Velivet was not as bad as with Ortho Tri Cyclen, it wasn't great.

Pros: I lost weight, very regular periods, effective as birth control.

Cons: Velivet completely killed my sex drive.  Not only that, it turned me into a nervous wreck - and I am usually a pretty calm person.  I was constantly worried about the way others perceived me, what my boyfriend *really* thought about me (believe me ladies, he is not a master of subtlety... there was no reason for me to be feeling this way), etc.  "


"Great for my spinal injury pain."


"Like another user below, I was also on Lo-Ogestral since I was 17 for cramps and to regulate my period. I was getting it twice a month and it was so painful. About 3 years ago my local CVS started carrying only the generic version of it which is Cryselle. I'm now 24 and have had great experiences with both. My period is 3-4 days long with no cramps...if it didn't come the same day every month I couldn't even tell when its coming. My skin has never been better. I honestly had no idea people has such depression and mood swings from this pill. I've never felt any of that. I also lost about 20 pounds while taking cryselle, not from the pill itself but I worked out and ate healthy. So no weight gain."


"Reduced acne significantly and skin is now clear after 3 months of use"


"I suffer depression and post traumatic stress, anxiety, suicidal thoughts ruled my life for the last 7 years. I was prescribed Lexapro and although initially it helped me, it didn't make me feel that life was worth living so I went off them about 18 months ago. I didn't hold too much trust in doctor's abilities to "fix" me either, but I had to visit a doctor recently before I finally went through with just giving up on everything that I found overwhelming. The doctor prescribed me Pristiq 50mg and I owe either the doctor or the makers of this drug for saving my life.  This tablet has sorted out my head. I don't have constant thoughts and stresses running through my mind all day long, I can finally breathe and enjoy MY life again. Good luck to you all."


"Did not work - tried it on two occasions.  Weak medical practice trying to divert sick patients from getting the narcotic cough medicine which works!  Very disappointing!"


"I've been taking trazadone for almost three years at different doses. I started out at 50mg, then100 and now take 150mgs. I%u2019ve taken some kind of sleeping pill on and off for 18 years but recently became dependent on them because of family deaths, relationship issues and post natal depression. Trazodone works for me but it gives me horrible nightmares so I have to wake up two to three times a night. I feel groggy the next day and my memory has declined. I also experience extreme anxiety. I don%u2019t know if trazodone is the cause. All in all, I would rather deal with the side effects than live with insomnia."


"Long story short, I've had panic/anxiety disorder for about 4 or 5 years. Lots of things has happened through my experience... I've taken it all, Klonopin, Xanax, Ativan, Buspar, Trazodone. Zoloft is the only thing that works for me without upping the dosage every month then having withdrawals.

I've been on Zoloft (50 MG once a day) for about 7 months, and it just works. Other anxiety medications work, but they're not meant for daily use. Zoloft is an everyday medication that makes me smile and proud of what I've been through."


"I started taking this Nov 27, 2013 for ovarian cysts.  I also have been having issues with acne for about 2 yrs.  I am 21.  As of Jan 14 all my cysts are gone, my acne has improved although not resolved.  I have gained only 5 lbs, but have increased a whole breast size.  I have a some headaches, but Advil takes care of that.  My main issue is some moodiness, however weighing the pros and cons there are pros.  All in all it hasn't been bad at all."


"This medicine is AMAZING for pain.  I have trigeminal neuralgia and I take it at night. It gives you a calm feeling and makes you not care about the pain. I just had my dose doubled and it takes a few days to get used to the medicine and/or new levels and the higher dose knocked me out for literally two days, just like when it was first prescribed.  But I can't rave about it enough."


"I just had my skyla inserted yesterday. I've dealt with heavy bleeding for months on end for many years. After my latest ER visit to get more blood, I was recommended an IUD as a possible way to manage the bleeding. Beforehand I read several reviews about the insertion process and it made me extremely anxious about getting it in, so much so I asked my OB for a Valium for the procedure. I took half the Valium 30 min. before and then the second half 20 min. later. I was calmer but more conscious then I wanted to be to be honest haha. The process went by fast and not nearly as painful as I had come to expect. About a 3-4, just uncomfortable. My OB had given me a numbing shot, and I think it helped with the cramping. I only felt pressure."