"I was first treated with Levothyroxine for my hypothyroidism.  After 6 weeks of being on it, it had no effect whatsoever!  I asked my Doctor for Armour Thyroid, and boy what a difference!  It's great!  Too bad also that labs use an outdated reference range of what is "normal" on TSH, T-4, and T-3 blood levels.  Do your own research, because what the lab accepts as normal is not!"


"I've used Tysabri for past couple years. Prior to Tysabri, I used couple other drugs but nothing worked as well as Tysabri. My wish would be to take it every 21 days instead of 28 days. The 4-5 days before infusion time can be very painful with head & body aches accompanied by brain fog
I don't understand the risks for a 21 day infusion, but I'm willing to learn"


"I've had the implanon for nearly a year now and I love it so much. If I could be appointed the official ambassador of this thing, I would!

The insertion was quick, simple and painless. I had a small bruise which was easily covered and went away quickly. I have a tiny scar the size of a pen tip now.

During the first 3-4 months, my period was a bit erratic. It would last about 6-7 days and it would sometimes come once a month, sometimes more or less. It was much lighter than my natural periods. I took naproxen which would stop the bleeding most of the time. However after about six months my period has basically stopped. Occasionally I have an hour or so of spotting, and rarely I might have a few days in a row. One liner a day is always enough for the bleeding now. I have no period pain for the first time in my life.

I haven't experienced any weight gain, and my acne is no worse than when I was on the pill.

You can't beat the ease of this thing. In Australia, it cost about $50 (including insertion by a doctor) for three years protection. I often go weeks without thinking about contraception. I don't even have to worry about pregnancy, knowing this is the most effective contraception available.

I nearly didn't get my implanon because of what I read online. But I'm so glad I did. Remember that for each negative review, there are probably many many people who are happy with the implanon but they just forgot to write a review because they are so busy out enjoying life!"


"I’ve been taking 10 mg for a few weeks now but I don’t think it’s helping. I cry myself to sleep every night. My parents notice a difference in my mood but it’s only because I’ve stopped showing emotion around other people. I save my feelings for when I’m alone."


"After the surgery to fix my Broken ankle I was in considerable pain and used Oral Morphine to deal with the it. I had stopped using it 3 days ago and this is when I developed considerable stomach cramps and constipation. I spoke with a pharmacist who recommended Dulcolax. I took 2 tablets last night at 1130pm and had the worst night sleep ever. I awoke this morning with awful nausea. All morning the same occurrence of cramps and not being able to pass a BM. I have finally passed a BM at 1430 today it was excruciatingly painful, very dry. If you take this medication expect Nausea, Cramps. Drink lots of water more than normal. I also found fresh fennel tea, sit ups and gentle abdominal massage helped."


"I have currently been on prozac for the past 4 months and it has been a miracle drug. I was having severe anxiety and panic attacks every day. I couldn't drive a car by myself for fear of having a panic attack and losing control, I couldn't go ANYWHERE by myself and I could not stay home alone. I am a 22 year old female and once I turned 21, I developed debilitating anxiety. I tried zoloft and lexapro and both drugs made my anxiety and panic attacks sky rocket. Before starting prozac, I was a mess. My anxiety prevented me from functioning. I could barely even go to class or work without having a panic attack. I am currently taking 30mg of prozac and I am doing so much better, it is amazing!"


"My son has ADD without the H. He started on 18mg in September. His teachers noticed the difference from the year before. He did lose his appetite, but due to a growth spurt and my making him eat he gained a pound. He loved the medicine and actually wanted to take it. He got the flu in early November and stopped the pills cause they seemed to make it worse. When we started again they still made him sick so we just took a break, thinking to get the idea out of his head, then I got his report card. He started the pills again 4 days ago and no sickness, as long as he eats 1/2 hour before. Teachers have already commented on the change."


"I took Citralopram in the hope it help with anxiety. First day had minor side effects. Just felt a bit spaced out. Like I couldn't think 100% clearly. A bit anxious. Didn't feel 'normal'.

Second day I thought I'd try taking them in the evening instead, in the hope that the side effect would be less throughout the following day, This was a mistake. Couldn't get to sleep all night, tossing and turning, sweating, felt wired.

Third day, Took in the morning again. The best way I can describe the feeling is the same as I feel the morning after taking ecstasy/ MDMA. Jaw clenching. dilated pupils. A kind of speedy, disconnected and weak feeling. On edge.

Decided to stop taking them but still feel weird 2 days on :/"


"I have been on Femara for 9 months.  First few months were tolerable, as time progresses, I am miserable.  In beginning, I experienced nausea and diarrhea.  As this went away, the bone and joint pain began.  I would be awakened from my sleep in tears, as my hips would ache just from lying in bed.  My hands/fingers hurt to make a fist, or do any type of extended writing.  My knees ache horribly.  When I get out of bed in the morning, I need to stand still for at least 2 or 3 minutes until I can get my legs to work.  Same thing when sitting for any length of time.  I am 45 and feel like I am 85.  "


"Over the summer before I enter college, I had severe acnes all over my face, it came to the point where I don't want to go outside because my acnes ate all my self confidence. My derma gave me different creams but none of them works. So at last, my derma made me try doxycycline and after a week my face had cleared up. I took it for 3 months, even if I ate lots of chocolates, and even if I have slept late, there will be no appearance of pimples while I'm taking the pill. But after the 3 months, I stopped and my pimples are starting to appear again but not as worse as before. So I am taking it again. I would definitely recommend it but you have to continuously use it or else your pimple will come back. But maybe It will not be the same for yo"


"Was put on this medication for Depression and Anxiety and am glad to say it has worked for me. Biggest change I have noticed with Escitalopram is how much I can focus now in my studies, concentration levels are much better. Mood is now generally a lot more balanced although do have my down days, however am almost happy for this as I am glad I am not going numb. Overall very positive experience, have not experienced any negative side effects and even feel I fall asleep a lot faster"


"Hi, I took plan b approximately 24 hours after unprotected sex during one of my high fertile days ( 13 days past last period) I felt some pressure cramping on my left side a few hours later. I didn't get any other side effects until exactly 2 weeks after taking the pill ( which also happened to be the day my period was suppose to start).

ThAt morning I woke up with sore and full breasts, slight cramping, and a tiny bit of brown discharge that was present throughout the day. I had a little streak on my panty liner and I could see a clearish/brown discharge when I would wipe. The brown discharge was on and off for 2 and a half days. It has now been 4 days since I should've started my period and I'm constipated, , my boobs still feel hard and full, I'm tired, not feeling motivated and hungry for junk food.

If I don't start my period in a couple more days I'm gonna to take a pregnancy test just to make sure.

Has anyone else had any of the same symptoms as I've had? I've done so much research online and most girls have some sort of symptoms, bleeding and/or discharge from a few days- a week after taking pill not 2 weeks after.

Not sure if anyone will read this but I will be back to update if pregnant or just plan b messing me up."


"Works great for chronic back pain relief."


"Made me so tired could not focus or stand up, it pretty much sedated me slept like a baby. Doctor said it would make me sleepy because of a bad allergic reaction to Testim so it sedated me to keep me from scratching my rash."


"I'm only on day 3 but thought I would share since I was looking for first couple of day reviews and couldn't find very many. I read enough to know to take AFTER eating and I have experienced very little to no nausea. (THC may have helped this) I did have some burping on the 3rd night. The main thing I notice are my thoughts after taking and sleep. The first 2 nights, I feel I got a little paranoid and some increased anxiety and noticed it was taking me longer to fall asleep. Took my 3rd dose last night, and I have yet to go to sleep. Been up for 18 hours. I even took this dose a lot earlier than the other 2 because I noticed it was taking me longer to fall asleep. I usually took it between 9 and 10 but last night I took it between 7 and 8."


"I went through 2 rounds of 3 shots each. I had NO RELIEF from the 1st round. My doctor wanted me to try it again 6 months after the third shot of the 1st round. I don't know why to this day that I agreed to allow this. I have a high pain threshold, but damn!, these shots really really do hurt. Unfortunately I had my 3 small children with me for one of those visits (couldn't get a sitter). I don't know who it hurt more, me or my kids. They were all holding my hand trying to comfort me but in reality I was trying to comfort them. They were all crying because they could tell it was painful. After all that crying I had to take them out for ice cream after that. Too bad the Synvisc never helped!!!"


"I got Mirena six weeks after giving birth to my son. I got it March 2010. I spot for one day every two months and that is all. I had a pap smear when I got it inserted so I really didn't feel a thing but everyone is different. I will definitely go back to Mirena after I have my second child in the future."


"All of these women who said they tried it for a couple months and hated it so they stopped,  need to be educated. When you start taking hormones (birth control pill) or you switch pills, it takes a few months for your body to adjust. You could see spotting and side effects for a couple months. However, if you take the pill properly at the exact same time every day then these symptoms such as spotting will go away. I love this birth control because I has a constant hormone dose, so I never spot anymore. Periods are short and much lighter. Fantastic birth control!"


"The first week was the hardest, but I found that taking Xanax made the side effects easier to handle.  After 7 days, I started noticing a difference.  I hope I continue to improve as time passes"


"I've been taking this medication for 6 weeks and my a1c is dropping. I've dropped 4 lbs which is an added benefit. Side effects - slightly runny nose and constipation. I'm drinking more fluids but still began getting constipated by week 4. I'm also on Metformin so I haven't been constipated in years. The medication is very expensive at almost $1000 per quarter but luckily I have a diabetes plan that covers 100% if I abide by various rules else I wouldn't be taking this medication. Also, I don't want to take this medication long term with all the health warnings about "could cause cancer"."


"I have been on the Nuvaring for a little over a year and really liked it at first. Couldn't notice it once in place and I never had an issue with it slipping out unexpectedly. I used it PERFECTLY and never got pregnant. This month has been different (i.e., midmonth cramps, breast tenderness, lower back pain). I have taken three pregnancy tests, and all have been negative. The one thing that was different was that we used an oil-based lubricant for the first time this month, and in the med info, it says oil-based vaginal medication can increase hormone levels by up to 40%. Can't find any info about the effects of using oil-based lubricant with Nuvaring, so be careful about that! "


"I had the birth control placed for two reasons. 1. I have irregular heavy periods normally 2. I am being treated for 2 brain tumors and am on seizure medication as well as blood pressure medication. Because of this I do not want to get pregnant while on all these medications.

So far I love it.  No side effects and not one period since it was placed."


"I started smoking at 11 years old. Smoked 2 packs a day till I was 48 years old. I have tried several other products before but nothing worked. I am Bi-polar but really wanted to try Chantix. My psychiatrist gave me the script and is watching closely. I quit smoking after 2 weeks on Chantix and have been quit for 5 1/2 months now. I stopped Chantix cold turkey 3 days ago. I am having some anxiety, mood swings but today was much better than yesterday. I suffered from constipation, swelling, bloating, terrible gas, sweet cravings, sweats (day and night) and I have gained 30 lbs while I was taking Chantix. But I AM SMOKE FREE. I am a diabetic and I have cancer and heart disease in my family, so quitting was very important to me."


"Holy moley! I have never felt so uncomfortable in my life! It felt like my vajayjay was on fire! The itching was so intense. I took this at 9:00pm at 12am I woke up with the intense itching. The itching lasted 4 long hours ( I mean intense). The next morning the yeast infection went away. Having said that I would rather have a yeast infection than go through that extreme discomfort again. Having a C section was more pleasant than this product!"


"I was started on 50 mg per day, one month ago.  My skin is definitely less oily, but I've had a cystic flare for the last couple of weeks.  Haven't really seen improvement in acne cysts yet- still need cortisone injections.  Using with sulfur mask 3x week, and tazorac on other days.  Will update next month!"


"I have used  nabilone for 2 months. The nabilone eased off all fibro pain. I still have pain but it is very manageable.  I don't know why this was not offered  a long time ago."


"Pristiq has helped my depression. Insomnia continues to be a major issue. Mild side effects. Slight dull headache, stomach discomfort mild. So far so good."


"I started taking Sprintec yesterday.  Within a half an hour, my eyes were blurry and sensitive to light.  My head was hurting extremely badly, and is still hurting today.  I woke up at three in the morning due to stomach cramps, which I have never had happen before on my period.  This, of course, is how my body reacted to it, I am not saying other people will have the same symptoms."


"I'm only one week in, and seriously feel better.  I'm a mom of two and a lawyer--I've suffered a lot of loss and have been shouldering a lot of stresses.  I've always been anxious, but just thought that was who I was. My doctor put me on 10 mg of Celexa.  I did have some nausea the first few days and headaches, but other than that nothing.  I had so much anxiety about taking the medication, I almost didn't.  But one evening my daughter told me that all of the things I worry about turn out fine--and she was right.  If you need help, sometimes you can't do it yourself.  I exercise, meditate, eat well, sleep well, but I couldn't shake the anxiety.  This has helped a ton. I laugh, I feel more relaxed, and I'm gratefully enjoying life again."


"Since having my last child at age 27, my acne has been out of control.  Serious cystic breakouts (forehead, chin, temples).  When they just about heal up, BOOM, here comes the new ones.  I have tried it all, literally.  I did lemon juice, baking soda, vinegar, herbs, masks, lotions, pH balancing washes etc.  NOTHING worked.  I was so sick of it.  At 30 I got Tri-Sprintec.  The results were amazing. 1st month, I noticed the breakouts weren't as severe (but still there). 2nd month, I noticed the inflammation was better, still a few break out spots. 3rd month, I noticed I barely broke out (just on my temple area and one spot on my chin). 4th Month-NO MORE BREAKOUTS!"


"Being a newlywed, I was looking for a birth control I could trust, I originally was on the pill, but I have cyclical vomiting syndrome, I'll basically have cycles where I vomit uncontrollably, so during a 3 week cycle, I realized the pill would not be a good fit for me. So I switched to the shot, the second month I was on my period for a full 30 days, which I was told was normal, after that I haven't had a period at all, I have had no side effects, no weight gain, and most importantly no pregnancy scares."


"Hi! I'm Krissy. About a month ago I had a terrible breakout with cystic acne all over my cheeks & chin. It got so bad that it hurt to go to sleep at night. About a week ago I went & seen the doctor & he prescribed me doxycycline 100  mg to take once a day & he also prescribed me benzaclin which is benzoyl peroxide & I've been on all this for about a week & I've noticed good improvement.Its drying up all my acne. There not completely gone but before this month is over they will be.. It just takes time & patience."


"I just had my doctor give me samples of Belsomra. He recommended I take 10mg, but basically told me it wouldn't work unless I took 20. But after reading all the paperwork that came with the samples I decided to just take the 10mg.

I took it without food, 30 min before bed as recommended and still 2 hours later I wasn't tired. Today I woke up after having really weird dreams, and all day I've been unusually depressed and anxious.

I never, ever had these symptoms or this much trouble falling asleep on Zolpidem. It was pretty clear from how hard my doctor was pushing them that the pharma reps are really trying to get this on the market.

I would strongly recommend AGAINST taking this medication, especially if you have depression!"


"7 injections approximately monthly intervals.

8 injection scheduled but not given as edema gone, however, left my eye with dead cone cells.

Vision worse than before injections."


"I was diagnosed with rrms in May this year. Tecfidera was the first medication I have tried. I felt good for about three days in the first week on the 120mg dose, apart from some flushing and burning skin.  I haven't felt that clear headed for such a long time. Then, two weeks into the full dose I developed such severe cramping in my stomach with vomiting and diarrhea that I was too scared to take another dose. I will try something else instead. I really really want to have clear thoughts and energy!"


"Gabapentin has been a God send for me. I have taken several of the benzos for my anxiety and I have a very negative opinion of them. Gabapentin removes my anxiety and allows me to be completely alert and focused at work. It allows me to be friendly and outgoing but at the same time calm. I have tons of energy everyday and sleep really well at night. I started taking gabapentin for nerve damage in my left arm about 2 years ago. Immediately I noticed it to be an extremely effective medication for worry and anxiety. I believe it to be a perfect medication for me. I never want to stop taking it. Makes me feel "normal"."


"Hi ladies!  So let me just preface by saying take a deep breath.  That was exactly what I needed to do when I visited this page almost 3 months ago, frantically searching for testimonials and reassurance this product would keep me from becoming a mom before I was ready.  In my scenario, I was at a party, drank too much and was sexually taken advantage of by some unfortunate human being. Because I was so out of it, I couldn't remember if he used a condom/used it the whole time, so I researched and found Plan B. I bought and took it 40 hours later, and after 3 days, I began having major cramps, got my period (2 weeks early), and was/am not pregnant. Relax and try to stay stress free; the chances of it working really are in your favor!"


"Don't get all worked up over this prep, it is 1000 times better than the gallon of GoLyte that I had to take for the previous colonoscopy. I got a tip from a review site. I rubbed some ambesol on the back of my throat with a Q Tip to numb it, took a bite of a lime and chugged down 1/2 of the 16oz of medicine, took another bite of the lime and had a drink of ginger ale. I then repeat the process. I was done within 2 minutes. Taste was not too bad. Drank the additional 32 oz of water within 1/2 hr. Drink it  ice cold. Took about an hour to start working. Don't venture to far from the bathroom. Took about 3.5 hrs for the urge to stop. First dose at 3:00 PM second dose at 10:00 PM for a 8:30 procedure. Took it earlier than scheduled"


"Blood glucose levels do not bounce around as much since I began using this."


"I have taken Adipex since February 2009.  I am a 41 year old, 5'6" female.  When I started taking Adipex, I weighed 187 pounds.  By August, I weighed 150 pounds, which was my initial goal.  I now weigh 143 pounds!  Most of my clothes are now sizes 6 & 8.  I feel great.  Adipex has changed my life.  It was super simple to do."


"Nexplanon implanted July 7, 2015. Insertion, some weird deep bicep pain in the following weeks but fine. Spotted off and on every week the first couple months, very light. Skipped Sept, bleed for ALL of Oct. Doctor said all still normal adjustments. Acne went crazy, intense patch-like on my cheeks. And lost 1/2 my hair volume. Again, docs said this was normal. Saw dermatologist which helped a lot. Aside from the patches, my skin looked healthier than ever. Jan, I developed 2 abscesses on my face! Then bled for 6 weeks, had it removed the end of Feb. Awful awful awful. Really talk to your doc about your acne history and take notes from your body early if it's just not going well. The docs here in Asia hate Nexplanon and remove it often."


"Let me explain how I believe Wellbutrin works, based on my experience.  When you first take it, it first has to build up in your system over a week or so.  After just a few days, you get increased energy as norepinephrine and a little bit of dopamine are increased.  This continues for about a week to a week and a half, until your brain builds up a tolerance to the neurotransmitters by increasing the number of reuptake pumps for them.  So, then you feel lethargic for another week or a little more, until the reuptake pumps finally get either overwhelmed or desensitized by the constant flood of new neurotransmitters.  Then, quite suddenly and unexpectedly, you get hit with energy again.  The energy is not euphoric but quite steady."


"Works very well. Using 20mg it usually starts working within 20-30 minutes. A little longer if you have eaten a big meal. Very satisfied."


"I have been on this medication for over 4 years now. I was able to go to Nursing school and have been working in the field now for almost 2 years. I'm less anxious, I don't get frustrated. I'm calmer. I did gain almost 60 pounds. This has been an issue for me. I also noticed that I'm not in tune as much spiritually which is an issue for me. I stay on the medicine because I have never functioned as well on anything else. I don't cry much, seems like my emotions are hidden somewhat. I'm not sure I like that. I have thought about getting off of the medicine for a while just to see what happens, but afraid of what might happen, so I continue to take it. All in all it has been a good experience."


"Ala-Quin worked on day 1. I had a itchy rash in the groin area. The first night of use was the first night I did not wake up scratching so much that I drew blood.

The only problem is that it stains every thing.  It turns every thing it touches a light yellow-tan color. On day two when I awoke my underwear (jockey shorts) looked like I had not changed them in a month. I was horrified. The stuff would not wash out. I ended up bleaching the daylights out of them. That helped but the shorts were still very dingy looking.

My wife finally suggested that I use, wash and reuse the same 3 or 4 pair of shorts and when the treatment was over just discard the ugly, stained shorts. So that is what I am doing."


"I've taken minocycline here and there in the past year and I usually would take it for a few days and it would clear my skin up for a little bit, but a few days later it would get bad again and I would repeat this process over and over. But now I've been taking it twice a day for the past 3 months and my skin has gotten worse, I haven't had clear skin in 3 months. I ALWAYS have a pimple and recently while taking this medication, somehow I got 5 cystic pimples within a day. Also, I wash my face twice a day and drink a lot of water, so that isn't the problem. Don't take this medication, it sucks."


"I was prescribed Aczone for hormonal adult acne. The first time I tried it I was instructed to use it once daily in the morning and at night to apply Retin A cream. It caused my face to get extremely oily and did not seem to do anything to help the acne. So I stopped taking it for over a two years finding oral antibiotics to be the only solution. However, recently my dermatologist suggested I try Aczone again. I increased to twice daily, once in the morning and once at night. I saw results within a day and my face had almost completely cleared by the end of the week. I still use the Retin A cream at night in addition to the Aczone and it seems to be my new acne solution. I think using it twice a day was a must for me."


"Me and my partner had a minor slip up, both scared of having a baby (they're pretty expensive). I went to get a Plan B about 28 hours after the incident, scared it didn't work because I had no immediate side effects. Safe to say about 4 days after taking the pill I had some off and on cramps for about a day. On the 5th day I started bleeding for about 3-4 days. So that $46 I spent was well worth it! It works."


"I've had the implant for just about 4 years now. During the first couple of months it was okay no spotting or anything, then out of no where I had gotten a period that lasted for 3 weeks straight. The periods would go away for maybe a day at most and come back for another three weeks. I'm finally getting this implant out of my arm so I can have a normal life without constant bleeding."


"I was diagnosed with bipolar/severe mania and depression since I was 26, I have see every psychiatrist in my area, and have been put on every antidepressant from Paxil to Effexor. The only one that ever worked is Nardil. I am 33 years old now and would recommend this monoamine oxidase inhibitor to everyone who needs to be on an antidepressant.  I was fortunate to find a very  intelligent doctor who worked with me through these years.  He told me not too many doctors prescribe Nardil for the food restrictions or whatever, but I personally believe the "old school" MAOI's are the way to go. Nardil gets a 10 in my book.  I felt the ahhh, effects after one week."


"I had the Mirena in place for a little over three years. I LOVED it. I did not experience any of the severe cramping or pain after getting it placed, due to the fact I had mine placed after a procedure. (I already experienced discomfort due to this procedure). My period stopped almost instantly (no period for 3years, can't complain). The hormones Mirena released also helped speed up metabolism, I lost close to 30 lbs. My only reasoning for getting mine removed is because of the reoccurring Bacterial Infections. What most people are not told is that the Mirena is for MONOGOMOUS couples, apparently I was the only one in my relationship monogamous. Only finding this out after my removal."


"I'm 30 and tried many different pills since I was 14. (Microgynon 50ED being the longest used). I went off the pill for 3 years at 27, then started on Yasmin for 6 months and had a lot of breakthrough bleeding. My doctor then switched to the Implanon (under skin implant) for 4 months, breakthrough bleeding continued, got massive headaches. I then had it removed and have now been back on Yasmin for a further 5 months. Non-stop bleeding, some days heavy, some light, bad acne breakouts, extremely tender breasts, bloating, emotionally unstable, mood swings and panic attacks - all of which I've never had in my life! I also have polycystic ovarian syndrome and this has not improved this at all."


"Iv'e been on over 6 SRRIs along with the combination of benzodiazepines over the past 7 years for the treatment of depression/ptsd/OCD. Nothing has been so life changing and effective as Clomipramine. Its the most expensive prescription I've had had ($40/mo), but its also the most helpful. I noticed the benefits within 2 weeks, with its effects continuing to increase over time. I've been able to wean off of the benzo, and my anxiety has stayed at a manageable level. My OCD has subsided immensely, but more importantly this medication helped pull me out of a deep depression I had been stuck in for years. I couldn't be more grateful that my psychologist had the idea to try this medication, as I hear it is an older drug.TRY IT! :)"


"At first this medicine seemed great. Was taking it for depression and generalized anxiety disorder. After a week on the lowest dose I started having bad side effects.
I was shaving one morning and noticed my face, lips and arm felt numb. Doctor reduced my dosage to 10mg that worked okay for a week then same side effects."


"I'm trying to find whether instant release morphine pills will be better than what I am currently taking..I am 26 and after an injury at work I found out I have degenerative disc disease, at first I was on an array of meds and now I take 30mg OxyContin 2x a day, but same as all long release pills it doesn't kick in for 3 hours, makes me sicker than a dog only lasts for a few hours and just all around killing my life. I found that 10mg oxycodone pills 4 times a day work 10x better but my doctor clearly stated he won't give them to me and kept me on the OxyContin. I was just wondering on the comparison of oxy 10mg and the morphine so I can state my case to my back specialist next month."


"Writing this 5 hrs post-insertion on day 8 of cycle. I honestly scared myself silly from reading all the negative reviews about pain during insertion. Took ibuprofen 800mg an hour before insertion. It was just like getting a pap. The most painful part for me was pinching the cervix to straighten the uterus. It was like a period cramp but the whole insertion procedure lasted around 3 mins. Just a little uncomfortable but pain is tolerable. Period cramps are worse. For the price and efficacy and just the slight pain during insertion, I think it’s worth getting especially as I don’t have to worry about unwanted pregnancies for up to 5 years.

No dizziness nor cramping afterwards. No pain too. Just a small drop of blood on the liner."


"I have been taking Triumeq for eight months. It's the only one I have taken so far for HIV so I can't really compare it to other treatments but March 6th 2015 my CD4 was 300 and my Viral load was 33.000.000.
Today my CD4 is 890 and my Viral load is undetectable.
I throw up, maybe, three times a week.
I always, always feel tired.
My depression is also worse, but my Dr didn't tell me it didn't mix well with two other pills I take for mental illness.
I can't sleep most nights and I'm always out of breath."


"I've been on Xenical/Orlistat for 5 days and have lost 3.1kg (about 6lb)! I'm really, really happy with the results. I've had a gastric band 2 and half years but then gained all the weight (20kg) back when I went on antidepressants (Citalopram), which then made me feel more depressed as no matter what I did the weight just wouldn't budge - which is very common with anti-depressants.
I finally quit the meds and noticed I was gaining more weight after. Let's note I did not eat more than a 'fist' portion, as my stomach just cannot physically take it, so it wasn't the food,  just my metabolism that basically went on a full year strike.
Anyway, I had to turn to Orlistat as a last resort but I am loving it! Finally something's working!!"


"Sadly, this drug did not work for me. I was on the side affects end of the spectrum near it killing me. After a few days I developed a slightly raised rash on my thigh and it turned into a bruise (caused internal bleeding like a bruise). I stopped taking it as soon as I was sure it wasn't just rosy skin. It seemed to come and go the second and third day. Well the damaged tissue and bruise took a long time to go away. It was scary. I'm now labeled as having an allergy to it. It was an extremely strong reaction my doctor said."


"Phentermine has worked very well for me and my own personal situation. I was formerly anorexic/bulimic with a habit of severe calorie restriction, phentermine has worked amazingly.  My metabolism went into hibernation after 5 yrs of damage & I gained 180lbs post rehab. By taking phentermine daily, I have the metabolism of a nomal 22 year old girl. I lost 30lbs/90 days initially. Now I'm losing 30lbs/month.  Occasional moments of feeling weird/adrenaline rush is worth it."


"I'm either allergic or suffer severe side effects to all antibiotics I've tried with the exception of Clarithromycin & Ciprofloxacin. I've been taking Clarithromycin as my preferred antibiotic for over 20 years. I'm sorry to see so many people have issues with it. Maybe people like me who have always had very positive results just don't post. I do not have any side effects & have used it for everything from pneumonia to upper & lower respiratory infections. I have severe asthma so it is extremely important to stop any respiratory infection ASAP. Everyone is different pls don't dismiss this antibiotic without discussing it with your doctor & their other patients opinions. Personally, it is my antibiotic of choice."


"I was a 2 pack a day smoker for 54 years.  I asked my doctor if I could try Chantix.  I did as instructed and continued to smoke for the first week.  At the end of the week, I stopped smoking and continued the pills.  After two more weeks, I was able to give up the pills too.  It has been a year now, and I have not had a craving to restart my smoking habit.  Thanks to Chantix, I believe I have kicked the habit for good."


"I have just started taking Prevacid and after years of suffering my heartburn has now been relieved."


"Clindamycin is a good drug for oral bacteria and since I had a allergy to penicillin, I was prescribed this x 5 days after my oral surgery.  First dose caused terrible heartburn and nausea.  I was very nervous about vomiting after mouth surgery.  The next dose I took with a big glass of water, yogurt and applesauce and sat up for 30 minutes--no problems after that.  Except for watery diarrhea which started day after stopping.  Keeping well hydrated and taking my probiotics should help."


"I've only been on this pill for two weeks. I have chills where it feels like I have a fever - dizziness - severe migraines - neck pain - constant hunger - 10lb weight gain - confusion - nausea - ear aches - fatigue - stomach pain - anxiety - weakness - no sex drive. I mean the list goes on and on! This pill is awful. Stopping it today. The side effects are just not worth it!"


"I have been on Trinessa in the past for acne and it had worked beautifully. I went off of it for 2 years and just got back on and am on pack 2. Unfortunately, I am having a terrible time adjusting. I spotted (or straight up just bled) for the entire first pack. I am struggling with anxiety and random panic attacks and constantly feel depressed. I'm also breaking out in hives. I've been taking the pill at night and like clockwork, I breakout just shortly after I take the pill."


"I have had my mirena for 15 mo - I got it at my one month appt after having my daughter. Worst decision I ever made. I have had cramps since, including back cramps every day that feel like I am in early labor all
Over again. Zero sex drive. Terrible acne and I am in my mid 30s- every time I try to have sex or other stimulation I start bleeding and cramping. My Dr wouldn't take it out. I hate it more than anything else And wish I never got one."


"Been on Nucynta for a while (3-4 years) for very bad neuropathy pain. Have taken it with Norco every 4 to 5 hours- has little to no side effects, within an hour after taking I can feel the pain go almost all away, can function great at work - no side effects to speak of, no problems falling a sleep, use "Kerasal NeuroCream" on hands and feet at night dulls pain enough for me to fall asleep."


"Nortrel is the third birth control I've tried. I have been taking it the for 2 months now. I haven't experienced any breakthrough bleeding, which was my problem on the other two pills, but my periods on this pill have been unbearable. This pill has caused me to have extreme cramps, major mood swings, bloating, back pain, breast tenderness, and a very very heavy period. It lasts about 5 days, but it's far heavier than my period has ever been. I thought that my body just needed to get used to it, but my second period on this pill seemed considerably worse than the first. "


"After a heat stroke, I would have random, uncontrollable cry spells- sometimes for hours.  Also developed horrible anxiety.  I always had knots in my stomach, and sometimes in public I would suffer "fight or flight."  It was just exhausting.  I tried Celexa 20 mg, and that made me cry MORE. So, a few months later I tried Zoloft. On 50 mg and it's been only 6 days. I feel more at ease, better when I wake up, and sleep better! Easier to go to work. Have the courage to try this, it seems like it is turning my life around for the better! Only side effect I have had is diarrhea but it it is a small price to pay for happiness, trust me."


"Works very well for my chronic panic disorder.  Better than Xanax as it provides a lower dose but consistent treatment.  I'd highly recommend it."


"I have been taking Cialis Daily (5mg) for about two years.  When first diagnosed by my Urologist, he prescribed Cialis. at the time it was just approved by FDA to treat BPH. My insurance ,TRICARE, would not authorize  until I had tested other drugs designed to treat the condition.  The two drugs tested caused very noticeable and uncomfortable side affects. Flomax and Avodart caused conditions such as severe urinary burning , headaches, and digestive discomfort.  Both were used for two weeks each.  Finally, I was approved for Cialis.  Almost immediately, I would say I les than a week, my BPH symptoms subsided significantly.  Urination need decreased and became easier. I suffer from Rosacea and this accentuated the blushing quite bit."


"I maxed out on metformin & sugars were running in the upper 200's, so my doc put me on Bydureon. I'm her 1st, so sales rep/nurse came & gave us all a lesson. She said to continue the metformin while I'm waiting for the numbers to go down.
Just took my 6th injection. Sugars are around 100, so I lowered my metformin by 500mg. 13 lb. weight loss!
Having a hard time with the nausea though. Some indigestion with the metformin, so hoping the decrease in that will help."


"I've been on Contrave for 6 months.   I've lost 23 lbs.    I'm very happy with the drug.     It works.     It 100% controls my cravings for drinking alcohol and making poor food choices.    Once the weight came off a bit I felt better about exercise and that helped shed some more weight.      I weigh myself everyday and the weight loss now is slow.  15lbs came off fast in the beginning.  The rest is a little under 1lbs a weeks.  Which is excruciating on a daily basis.  However, seeing the numbers go down is a win and the numbers are moving in the right direction.

  My experience has been that this drug works and works well.    I take 4 pills a day and I hope to continue for a long time.    My goal is to loose another 20 lbs."


"Work great but, my quality  of life wasn't there.  Drug turned my muscles into marshmallow  to the point  I couldn't walk. So what's the point.  I ended up pulling muscles when I bent over, $300  later @ a chiropractic  put me back together  again. Statins for me are bad news  !!!! Can't take them PERIOD so quit pushing the meds @ $500.00 a shot"


"This birth control is great if your one to forget the pill (like myself) but I've been on it for a year and have gained at least 40 pounds!!! I'm seriously thinking about removing it and getting an I.u.d ! I've always been a bigger girl weighing around 180-190 but this past year I've been more active in my career than ever and ive gained 40 pounds. I don't understand what else it could be besides this thing...."


"I wouldn't typically give any drug such a high rating, but Vyvanse has truly changed my life with few if any side effects. I take 20 mg once a day, and it lasts 12 to 14 hours. It took about 2 weeks of trial and error to find the dosage, but it was very worthwhile. I am happier, less anxious, and significantly more organized than I have ever been. I am a student and many areas of my life--academics, social functioning, general health, etc.--have all improved greatly. The inattentive fog has cleared, and I finally feel able to create the life I want to be living. Better control over my life has also given me back self-esteem and stabilized my moods. I am so grateful."


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


"Nexium was moderately effective at reducing my GERD symptoms, but the side effects made it not worth taking.  I had trouble sleeping, felt very lethargic and fatigued, found it difficult to think through complex problems (which, in my job, is a serious concern).  I felt constantly run-down and had no energy, but could not get a good night's sleep."


"I started getting sick in August of 2008. After numerous trips to ER's, Dr.'s offices and hospitalizations, I finally got diagnosed with full skeletal rheumatoid arthritis. With it came Fibromyalgia, anemia, insomnia, depression and medicine induced diabetes. Was put on Humira for 2 years with continues Flare ups. Finally was put on Enbrel about 5 months ago and I just now am experiencing less pain and less swelling. I can even jump off the bed first thing in the morning, specially when my dog asked to be taken out. I'm only on 5mg of prednisone now, Enbrel once a week and few intakes of pain meds and muscle relaxants. I'm not sure how long will it work for me but I am thankful for the availability of the medicine and my having good insurance."


"Small acne began when I was 12. It wasn't long after I began to have cystic acne. The pattern of breakouts were within the T-zone - forehead, nose, chin but I was rarely got then on my outer cheeks. Makeup made them worse, my skin was bad and real oily. All over-the-counter cleaners, medications, and a couple advertised on TV did nothing to help clear my skin. I gave up. But during my mid-20's I decided to see a dermatologist. She prescribed this to me and now my face is clear. People can't believe I suffered from acne it's so clear, and makeup is finally used to accentuate my features rather than hide acne breakouts. People I knew asked what I was doing because it was that drastically visible. For me, it's a miracle."


"This is my second time around with Efudex.  I swear by it for effectiveness.  Side effects are bad: breaking out looks unsightly, itching makes you feel like you want to scratch off your skin. The best relief I have found is Tylenol for pain and Calendula Cream (Marigold Cream) for the relief of irritated skin.  That's keeping me sane and I am on week 4 overall: 16 days using medication the remainder trying to overcome side effects.  Good luck to everyone.  I still have more to go...."


"Because Abilify went to generic recently, my therapist could no longer give me samples, so I had to discontinue it and after going a month with only taking my Wellbutrin & Xanax to help treat my Bi-polar disorder, I crashed!!

My therapist suggested I try Latuda, but because I have serious side-effects from most drugs, I was hesitant!

Finally decided, after reading a lot of reviews on here, to at least try it.

I started on 20 mg and after 10 days, the only thing happening was a lot of vivid dreaming!  I was still anxious & very depressed, so I increased my dosage to 40 mg and after 3 days, the depression & anxiety lifted!

No nausea or weight gain, but very sleepy after a couple hours of taking & still lots of crazy dreams!

I'm HAPPY again!"


"I was on a different pill before Minestrin that worked well, but it was discontinued so my doctor switched me to Minestrin. I was on Minestrin for about six months and just recently stopped. I was having spotting and cramping every month. I had bad mood swings each period. Periods were very heavy and irregular. I gained 10 lbs even though I work out 5 days/week and watch my diet. It worked as far as birth control, but the side effects were too much for me. Everyone's body is different and this pill did not agree with me."


"I get very frequent migraines, up to 15  per month. Have tried just about everything, including narcotics to control migraines. I am currently on Inderall daily as preventative (have tried many, many, other drugs as well). Am currently taking Maxalt and Treximet, but doctor suggested we try the nasal spray. I had a full blown migraine when I tried it, so results may be a little off. Migranal caused burning in the nose, and throat, nasal congestion. It also left a nasty taste in my mouth. Woke up the next day with the migraine still lingering."


"The first time I took this medication I was severely constipated and was recommended this by a doctor. I woke up the morning after taking two pills with diarrhea all day. It cleaned my system out pretty good and overall I thought it worked great. I was constipated again a short time later so I decided to take a dulcolax pill again. I woke up at 5:00 am with the worst stomach pain I've ever experienced. My face turned white as a ghost and I could barely make it to my parents bedroom. I fainted on the way there and couldn't stand back up for 20 minutes. Finally after severe pain for another two hours I was able to fall asleep. Worst product ever. I felt like I was dying."


"My doctor thought I had both a uti and yeast infection. 1 capsule was all I will take out of the 14 I got. I felt so nauseous and dizzy the rest of the day, I could only lie in bed, which caused me to miss my boyfriend's birthday. They also recommend to take it with food, which I did, so that wasn't the issue..."


"I switched my pharmacy . But I was taking the higher version I guess which is tri-sprintec for a year, I never had a single issue with I might've gained 5 unnoticeable pounds.  But when I changed to cvs they gave me this. It is my second month and I have only had my period on the active pills.  I got my period 2 1/2 weeks ago on active pills. Took my sugar pills then this week got my period again. My skins broken out, I gained 10 lbs. I work with little kids so I though I was getting sick from them, but I've had headaches and stomachs almost constantly.  The reviews made me realize it's the birth control. It's seriously the worst experience I've had with medication."


"Took Cipro for a pseudomonas infection and then five months later took Levaquin. Joint and tendon pain just kept getting worse and I'm still suffering from these side effects two months after discontinuing. "


"My son has taken this medication for asthma maintenance for nearly 4 years. When he takes it consistently, he has very few asthma exacerbations. Before he was on it, he had to be hospitalized due to a severe attack and status asthmaticus. When he missed it for a few days, he had another exacerbation requiring emergency treatment. I'd say the medicine is effective for him. He has had no side effects."


"DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICATION WITHOUT READING THIS.  IT CONFLICTS WITH MANY MEDICATIONS...including many common over the counter medicines. 5 years, 60 mg -120 mg day, suicidal and non functional much of that time and it got worse. Diagnosed bipolar 2 also BPD. Thank goodness for the drug interaction checker because I had 4 red lights. No wonder I was sick. I am going off Cymbalta. Remember: YOU ARE IN CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH CARE,  NOT YOUR DOCTOR."


"I received Taxol along with cisplatin every 4 weeks for a total of 4 treatments.  I did not recognize the numbness in my feet as a side effect because it was winter time and that is how my feet frequently feel most of the winter.  So far the post op and post chemo tests are negative.  I had no other problems during the chemo treatments."


"for a long time i have been irregular bleeding i would bleed for months on end but sometimes it wouldnt be bad just light but others it would be to were i couldnt stand up so i finally had enough of that and went to the obgyn. she presribed me provera and i am just now on my third pill. on my second i started lightly spotting but it went away then today thrid pill i am bleeding not bad but enough to wear a pad. hopefully this works im not to sure right now"


"This birth control was pretty terrible. I should preface this by saying I only took it for a month and not the 3 months that is recommended for your body to adjust to a hormonal birth control. However, there was no way I was going to subject myself to 3 months of this pill. The first two weeks it caused me to have insane mood swings. I'd get extremely mad at virtually nothing. The two times I accidentally took the pill a few hours late, I immediately started spotting and would continue to spot for a few days. It also made my skin break out despite the fact that I have a good skincare routine and rarely experience acne."


"Best thyroid drug for people that have had problems with fillers used in other thyroid medications. This drug has changed my life for the better. I have tried many different thyroid medications and was ill on all of them with many trips to the ER because horrible reactions. After 9 years feeling sick with multiple symptoms finally discovered I was allergic to the fillers used in most thyroid medicines. I will say Tirosint is stronger than other thyroid meds and I had to drop my usually dosage of 150 to 125 and have had to slowly work my way back up. I think a lot of people that are having problems with this medicine is the fact that they start on their regular dose and it is too high causes hyper symptoms."


"First time prescribed Bactrim for mild UTI. Second day I had flu like symptoms. After day 4 I was feeling so poorly I went to ER where I was told just flu and to rest and to finish Bactrim so it will clear up UTI. Day 5 fever of 105, rushed to hospital where I passed out. Completely dehydrated and organs where showing signs of sepsis. I was in ICU unit for 3 days. The diagnosis was “allergy to sulfa”. However, that’s not really an allergic response. I think it causes the body to dehydrate faster than normal, and my actual problem was intense dehydration. Bactrim was banned in UK after a number people died. I’ll never take it again."


"I had anxiety that I consider inexpressible. It was as bad as it can get. I took Xanax and it amplified my depression substantially, which increased my anxiety. Seeking a long term treatment rather than an addictive short term relief, I was prescribed Vistaril 50mg. This is a drug similar to Benadryl, but a bit stronger. It is nonaddictive, and DOES fight the anxiety without the side effects of Ativan/Xanax. This WILL NOT kill the anxiety alone. You must be on an SSRI such as Lexapro for this drug to fully combat GAD. I urge everyone to try this drug. There are no risks, and it may help you."


"This medicine doesn't last. I'm on my second night of it and it's 4 am and I'm wide awake. My legs are very restless. I have stomach cramps. I've tired Tranzodone in fact I was up to 200 mgs and still didn't feel it. Ambien made me hallucinate. I just want to sleep at night so I can have normal days with my kids."


"I started Belviq July 20 2015 @ 195 lbs for my 5' 2" frame. I also have Hypothyroidism and am on medication for that. First two days I had a headache but that stopped. Today October 31 2015 I am at 165 lbs total loss of 30! I have never been happier. My knee issues are gone and I feel so much better about myself.  I have cut down on calories but have not yet started to exercise.  It is totally working for me.. one pill at 8:30 am and the second at 8:30 pm. So glad my Dr recommended this for me!   My goal is 140."


"I'm 16 and apparently the youngest to get Mirena from all the reviews I have read. I only got it inserted a few days ago. I have never had children, nor have I ever been pregnant. I've also not had much sexual experience, but the procedure was quite quick and really was not that painful. I don't consider my pain tolerance very high but the pain was very bearable. I got it inserted while on my period. During my usual menstruation I get horrible cramps that will even cause me to vomit, but during the procedure the pain wasn't even close to that. I felt pretty much normal walking or of the building, no cramping. I even went horseback riding for 2 hours right after the procedure! I immediately noticed a difference in my period. Love it!"


"I recently just stopped taking Lyza because I realized it wasn't help me get my period back . Before that I was on Depo (the shot) which got rid of my period completly . I just started taking this birth control (Aubra) and so far, I haven't notice any really crazy symptoms or spotting. I would get mild headaches but nothing ibuprofen couldn't fix. I'll update soon :)"


"I have been taking Prednisone for ten years. I have Lupus and will have to most likely stay on it the rest of my life. When I first started taking it I was 9, the side effects were HARSH, Loss of hair, hair growing more (Thicker and faster) on arms and legs, significant weight gain, very puffy in the face, increase in appetite and water retention (edema) all on 60mg every day. With that being said I felt a whole lot better and it kept my Lupus in remission for about 3 yrs so was able to go down as low as 5mg EOD. For me personally after have been using it so long I only see ANY side effects if I go above 20 EOD and it's the puffy face. Prednisone is a very good immunosuppression drug but it did take my body some getting used to."


"I've been on Skyla for over a year. I thought it was super painful to have the procedure done & I had bad cramps & spotting/light periods on and off for about 3 mo. The cramps were so painful I was often doubled over and felt like the wind was knocked out of me. After that 3 month period I was getting my period consistently in the sense that I was just consistently bleeding. I've also felt a sense of anxiety I didn't have prior to Skyla. I stopped getting my period about ~7 months after being on the Skyla, but recently I've started getting the bad cramps again. So, I went to my DR & basically, my body goes through the motions of having a period without bleeding. It's painful, but I am not pregnant."


"I started having cystic acne at age11. I had it on my face but not as bad as the big sore ozzing cysts on my back and chest and even on my breasts. It was a terrible time for me that followed me into adult hood. I had tried every antibiotic known to man. Every cream, soap and vitamin out there. Finally in 1981 a dermatologist recommended Accurate. This was the brand name one. Generics weren't so popular then. It worked wonders! I couldn't believe that I could be acne free. I still had and still do have bad scarring but no pimples or cyst s. I took it for 6 months. I was great for about 11yrs. I then developed hidradenitis on my inner thighs and stomach and breasts. I then was prescribed generic accurate. It didn't help that condition at all"


"Before starting Vivitrol 7 months ago I had been a heroin addict for a couple of years.  If you're clean for 10-14 days before you get your first shot I can almost guarantee you won't have any horror-story adverse reactions.  This drug saved my life; it took the choice out of my hands, forcing my mind to move on and buying me the time I needed to get my life together.  People are depressed and all because they can't get over not being able to use, that's not a side effect of the drug it's a personal problem.  I didn't experience a single side effect aside from some injection site soreness for 2-3 days after each shot - a small price to pay.  If you need this and can get it, do it."


"Bystolic reduced the blood pressure, but it comes with the price. Chaotic sleep, low energy level, loss of interest in the previously enjoyed activities, and a substantial weight gain  Weening down from the whole pill to a half, and looking for natural ways to reduce my BP."


"Three years ago, after a hospitalization for a severe ischemic colitis episode, I had severe and unremitting nerve pain. I tried gabapentin which did work initially. After about 6 months, the pain gradually returned. I then was put on 10 mg of nortriptyline, which was like a miracle, no more pain. I take it at night and have no residual effects the next day. I wish I had tried it sooner!"


"I used chilled Suprep with berry flavored Propel water, lemon, & ginger ale at 5pm.  I plugged my noise, chugged it down in about 2 mins, after taste of grape.  32oz of water in about 45 mins. Started working in about 25 mins/camped out on the toliet for 2 hours. Netflix, a blanket, socks, wipes and PreperationH. Slight nausea for about 45 mins, chills for about 1 1/2 hour.

The 2nd does was at midnight. Same chugging routine with berry Propel/lemon/ginger ale. Much harder to get down, left a 1/4 of it in the cup. Instant nausea/dizzy which lasted until procedure. Doc recommended NO 32oz water after, helped with nausea, just sips of water. 2nd dose lasted 3 hours of going to the bathroom. 7am colonoscopy and totally cleaned out."


"I was scareddddd when I was first prescribed Aviane then I looked up the reviews! They made me extremely hesitant to try it. However, I've been on it for almost 6 months now and I have not had 1 side effect or symptom. My body hasn't reacted negatively towards it AT ALL! my period has shortened and lightened up! It's usually 7+ days and I can now count on it being a solid 4/5 days long. I'm very satisfied! EVERYONES body is different & mine is in favor of Aviane!

God Bless"


"I was given Augmentin to take after I Got an ear infection in the left ear but also had a perferated ear drum on the right.

I went to the drs after a week and not only had the infection started to heal I now had an infection in both ears.

He prescribed me more and seemed stumped as to why i was not improving.

Its now been 2 weeks and I have suffered diarrhea and have been dealing with thrush for the past 3 days.

On top of this I am constantly in a massive state of confusion and my skin is dry and red, my pill have ceased to work.

I have stopped taking them and am seeing the dr tomorrow.

Not only did the antibiotics not help my original problem now i have a whole list of other issues i need to fix."


"A few months ago I shared my horrid experience about this drug. This drug increased my bleeding 10 folds and continued for 4 months of very heavy bleeding. I went to a specialist and he said I should have never been prescribed depo and the effects irreversible and they stay in your body more than 8-10 months and there is nothing that can be done. You can only imagine my despair. I did however manage to get in and see another doctor. This doctor is my miracle. She prescribed me yaz drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol tablets. The first 2 days the bleeding increased tremendously but after that it COMPLETELY STOPPED. To me this was a miracle. I am sharing this hoping that it could bring women in my condition some relief. ."


"Took this medication to help with weigh loss. It did help with weight loss, but I never felt well. This impacted my ability to exercise, which really decreased my weight loss. Then four months in, I got very ill with a bladder infection that did not clear up. Lots of lower back pain, front pain (where gallbladder is located, but I do not have mine) and continued lack of energy. I mention to my weight loss doctor and am informed that this medication can cause kidney stones. So, I am off this medication and in the process of ruling out what is wrong with me- but most likely kidney stones caused by Qysmia. The pain and doctor bills were not worth the 10 pound weight loss. I would avoid it."


"I've had 6 back surgeries in the past 2-1/2 years, and two of those surgeries in the last month (I've also had 61 spinal injections), and Dilauded is the ONLY pain medication that has worked to help reduce my pain and keep it to a tolerable level."


"I made the mistake of taking this medicine before going to bed. I woke up in my own excrement. Seriously, this no laughing matter. It was like something out of a Dumb & Dumber movie. I had a raging case of explosive diarrhea. I feel sorry for the poor souls who don't use at least 3-ply toilet paper. Food went right through me like fat people go through twinkles. I would only recommend if you take a lower dosage than the recommended one."


"My grandmother had Voltaren gel for her, but when my knee wouldn't bend and I began to have pain, she let me use her gel. So far, I've placed it on my right knee and the pain was almost gone. I've placed the gel on again and the pain is disappearing. I'm 19 and there is no way I should be having joint pain...the gel works great."


"Did not put me to sleep or help with pain. In fact it caused anxiety and made pain worse. I was on 4mg. at night for three days. Quit after that. Don't really know why I was put on it because did not have neck or back pain. I have intractable headache. I personally don't believe in off label uses for pharmaceuticals."


"I'm a 20 year old college student who just got this today, it's been about 7 hours. I may be a bit biased because I can have a low pain tolerance, but this was the worst pain in my life. The speculum was like a regular pap and wasn't so bad, but the clamp on my cervix and the actual insertion was so painful. After it was over with I started to have severe cramps and although they're not as severe now, I'm still cramping badly 7 hours later. So glad I did this on my day off because I could not have worked. Actually came home and slept for 2 hours afterwards to sleep through the pain. I'm glad that I'm covered for 3 years, but I will never get this again."


"I LOVE Cymbalta. I'm taking it for anxiety, depression and fibromyalgia pain. It is the best medication I have taken for depression. I have tried numerous other depression and anxiety medications and nothing makes me feel as good as Cymbalta. Do not miss a dose though the withdrawal symptoms are terrible!"


"Changed my life. Confidence, weight loss, anxiety-free."


"My nexplanon stopped my period for a year, then I had a period maybe once every other month. The last year I got a regular period every month. A shorter, lighter period than my usual heavy 7 day long period. In January, about 6 months before my 3 year mark, I got every terrible symptom. I felt nauseous, for a period every other week, felt like I was on a never ended cycle, had the worse mood swings, I'm usually not the nicest but I could not handle being that irritable and completely lost my sex drive. I never wanted to have sex opposed to my normal self wanting it every single night. That's where I gave up on this method. I got it taken out a week ago today and I'm back to myself. After a day or two my sex drive returned. good for 2yrs 4me"


"I can only take 1/4 of a 25 mg tablet a day, and I still get extremely tired. Any more and it makes my blood pressure go up. 1/4 tablet keeps my blood pressure pretty  normal on systolic, but heart rate and diastolic are too low.I have trouble breathing."


"I have never been able to sleep more than 6 hrs. even when I was young.  As I aged I began having trouble sleeping more than 3 hrs at a whack. My doctor prescribed Mirtazapine 15mg. at bedtime.  It has changed my life!  I sleep a full 5 to 7 hours most every night.  I actually feel normal.  I have tried various anti depressants for the last 25 yrs, Effexor works best for me."


"I was really worried about using Loestrin after reading the reviews on this site and others. However I think the product has worked well for me. I've been on it only two weeks but I feel less lethargic and the cramps I would usually be having aren't here, yay. I've had no weight gain, no appetite increase, and my face is clearing still (no change). This is my first birth control and since I'm not sexually active I don't know how it works at preventing pregnancy. I'm sure it's effective. So I hope everyone else has the same good experience as I've had."


"Update: Starting weight 221.6lbs on April 8, 2017 today I am 193.4lbs. Seemed to have reached a plateau.  Also had a point there over the weekend that I was starting to have cravings and worried that the medication wasn't working as well as it did in the beginning. Chocolate cravings....Hmmmmm....but now I am back on track and I didn't give in to the cravings other than my Carbsmart ice cream bars, and I will add time on my recumbent bike which I have not been doing to help push past this number on the scale. Good luck with your journey!"


"Get ready for bed, sleep came fast and hard for me! I only take 50mg to sleep and it knocks me out every time. Can't imagine taking it during the day, I'd be a zombie."


"Been suffering from ETD for about two years. I've been on Singulair for about 4 months and it has dramatically improved my symptoms, no more ear crackling. Occasional tiredness and headache but it's tolerable. It has helped me tremendously."


"I was on this for 1 year.  At first is was okay.  I had hot flashes and would sweat bad.  The last 3 months - the fatigue is building to the point T was sleeping all the time, having anger issues.  "


"18, Female. Been taking this on and off for 8 months now. I cannot take it everyday even if I am prescribed to do so since the side effects are really taking a toll on my ability to function in everyday life. It made my depression worse. I can barely get out of bed due to fatigue from nausea and vomiting. And everytime I take this it is like the headache will stay with you 24/7 that it really becomes intolerable and frustrating. My doctor won't let me switch to another medication and she's really pushing this for me and it is so cruel since I feel so weak and I don't want to continue anymore. Taking it makes me want to die."


"This is the only medication that has helped me! It's great!"


"I've had horrible acne since 4th grade (now in 11th grade) and was also extremely self conscious, since I was way before my peers. My doctor put me on Accutane and it worked wonders. My skin was completely cleared and I was thrilled. After a few months off of it I began to notice some new pimples, so I contacted my dermatologist. She put me on Onexton. Within 2 days the pimples I had were completely gone. I have been putting it on ever since and have had no problems. I would recommend using it with a moisturizer.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND"


"Today, I had the Skyla inserted in me. it took about 10-15 mins to insert, the insertion was uncomfortable and had about two pinches that lasted one second that hurt, but nothing unbearable. I'm bleeding a little tonight but my doctor said that is normal from the insertion. after the insertion I got white in my face, hot, and uncomfortable because my cramping was awful. My doctor wouldn't let my drive so my mom had to pick me up. My doctor gave me a heating pad, ibuprofen and water before I left. I went home and took about an hour long nap and felt so much better when I woke up. I took it easy for the rest of the day and haven't had cramps but in still bleeding a little. hopefully I won't have anymore side effects"


"I have had severe pain due to a few different health issues for years. I was prescribed Talwin NX and have found relief that I have not felt in years. I do not ever feel the need to up my dose because I'm having a bad day. My only problem is I live in a small town and it is running out and they can't seem to order it."


"I lasted less than 3 weeks on Movantik my provider recommend! I ended up at up at ER because of the severe cramping, violent vomiting, bloating, nausea that had occurred. I'm being asked if I had ever had colitis or diverticulitis in the past which is a fat no!  They had to put me on an IV bc of the dehydration. I've been off Movantik for a while and my GI is still irritated. Huge disappointment but I'd rather give natural birth to more children because it was a breeze compared to the experience I had with Movantik! Now it appears I have to seek a GI doc to deal with the after effects of being on it!"


"So im 17, I got the shot a little over a week ago. So far nothing but good to report here. However where I got the shot (arm) was pretty sore for like 5 days, and I'd say I probably had slight depression for a few days afterwards, but now I'm back to normal. I also had an increase in appetite which is probably why alot of people have gained weight.. im a health nut so appetite is something I control on a regular basis. The best thing is that my boobs grew MAJOR!!"


"Helped greatly with my anxiety - also helped with my depresstion. I took them for several months and when I stopped suddenly I experienced slight irritability but no other withdrawl symptoms. I did however gain a lot a weight while taking them."


"Had a nasty sinus infection - my entire head seemed locked in a vacuum-grip of pressure, snot, and general awfulness. I felt dizzy, exhausted, irritated, and I think it even began to affect my thinking. I thought it was just a common cold but nope, the real deal. Augmentin 875, 2x/day for 10 days seems to have cleared it out, mostly. BUT HERE'S THE KEY, FOLKS --> Take a good probiotic every morning, about 3 or 4 hours before you take the first dose of Augmentin. Then, when it's time to take your Augmentin, take it with a LOT of food, and take it after the first or second bite of your meal. You'll get through it, and may it heal you as it seems to have healed me. No side effects for me, and I'm one sensitive, hypochondriacal mess normally!"


"I had they skyla inserted 4/22/15 so it has been 6 months now I have a very high tolerance to pain and the insertion was not the best but do take ibuprofen before hand and you'll be fine. The worst of the pain is right before my period the cramps from ovulating and right before my cycle starts. I have had my period now for two weeks at a time every two weeks which is killing my sex life with my boyfriend and my pockets on the amount of tampons I am purchasing my acne is still the same I'm always bloated  and I'm shedding so much and have gained a ton of weight I wanted to at least try to give it a year to see if things were going to change but it's just so agrivating I know some love the skyla but it's not for me."


"I went to the doctor and told him that I was going crazy. For two days I did nothing but cried and I didn't know what I was crying about. At work I was very mean to some of my co-workers and I didn't realize it. Doctor put me on lorazepam 1mg, 1/2 as needed. I feel like myself again. Very Good."


"My daughter has had over 6 ear infections, only being 22 months old. She took amox for all of them but it just didn't work. Dr gave her cefdinir (however it's spelt), and I'm pretty sure it hasn't worked.... Gives her red diarrhea, and horrible diaper rash, and she itches that area quite a bit.... She's getting tubes put in next week so hopefully that ends this horror!!"


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


"During the first month of Portia I was loving it. No side effects, no nothing. My only side effect was breast enlargement which was not a problem for me. But when it came to be the week before my period I noticed I was getting pimples by the daily. My face is always perfectly clear, but I literally turned into a pizza face. Not exaggerating I decided to stay on it because I knew it was because of my period. But once my period came, my cramps got so much worse than what they normally are like. I was bending over the whole entire day and it became painful to walk. Not to mention my stomach is always flat. I am always bloated now. I could eat a grain of rice and my stomach will pop back up. I've gained 10 pounds. I am not confident in myself"


"Took 5mg for almost a year.  It did a great job on blood pressure.  But I got progressively worse muscle cramps, especially in my calfs.  Could not run for more than a few minutes without intense pain.  Had to switch to another medication."


"I have very moderate/sporadic acne (primarily hormonal). My derm prescribed Aczone as more of a preventative treatment for those hormonal flare ups. At first, it appeared as though Aczone was helping the few pimples I had on my chin and T-zone, however, tt ended up clogging my pores really badly (cheeks and forehead). I stuck it out for 2 weeks, using as prescribed, and ultimately had to ditch it. Sad because I really wanted to love Aczone!"


"I am a 24 year old mother of 1. I've had my Mirena for about for 3 yrs and 6 months. Insertion was a little painful just a few minor cramps then I was fine right after. I bled for 3 months straight after but my period only came back every 3-4 months after that. During the second year I still spotted every 3-4 months but no major bleeding. My period has yet to stop altogether but the spotting does not bother me just the irregularity of it. I have experienced slight hair loss and weight gain. But my biggest problem would be the bacteria infections. I never experienced them until after I had Mirena. My doctors said its just my body's way to react to it. I get about 4-6 a year but besides those side effects I have not been pregnant."


"I had flushing rosacea for years before it was diagnosed. Then I spent years trying one medication after another to control it but due to side effects could not take them. About 2 years ago I was prescribed MetroGel. It has changed my life. The persistent flushing and burning are almost completely gone. I still wear sunscreen and a hat when outside but now I can read at night and watch TV with the lights on."


"I took Alli when I was 20 years old and lost 60 pounds all of which I was able to maintain for the last 4 years until recently I have gained the 60 pounds back. I'm seriously thinking of taking them again because it motivated me to eat healthy and exercise. It DOES make you go to the restroom if you eat fatty foods but it really helps get your digestive track moving. Like I said I lost 60 pounds within the first 6 months of using it."


"I have been a doper since the the guys in vietnam sent it home in the mail. Been on methadone programs for 20 year but always seemed to relapse. Jail was my clean time too. Well after 10 years on aldie, a methadone program and wanting to get off it, they said try suboxone. I did and its the best but I also had years of counseling to go with it. I'm on 2mgs and I feel great. Wish I had this back in the 70's! Only problem is it is so expensive. But my life is worth it. It was a tough one and now my life is really sober and good."


"Hi All
Just starting my second day on Paroxatine and all I can say  so far was that yesterday (my first day) was hell.... Very strange and uneasy and also very nervous . Hope today gets better..
Bye."


"Helped TREMENDOUSLY with my pain, which is not cured of course, but at LEAST cut my daily pain in half. My old boyfriend is also on this and feels the same way as I do."


"I receive Dysport inj's every 3 mos for the treatment of Cervical Dystonia.  It improves my ability to control my moderate-severe compensatory no-no tremor.  It helps with pain by relaxing the constant twisting and pulling of overactive muscles."


Acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine

"Worked great to relieve symptoms of a cold enough to be able to sleep."


"I have been taking Wellbutrin continuously for 20 years. If it were not for this miracle drug I would be dead. There is no doubt in my mind that my intractable depression was arrested with Wellbutrin. I have a chemical imbalance that is permanent, I once went off Wellbutrin for a month because I was taking another medicine, within three weeks I was having suicidal ideas. Needless to say I will not go off it again, my doctor assures me it is safe for lifelong use."


"This has been a wonderful medication for me!  I was having BV monthly and it was impacted my sex life. My doctor recommended that I use it after Intercourse and I haven't had any problems since then.  Highly recommended!"


"HOLY MOLY! just like everyone else I read these reviews . After I inserted this I felt like it burst into flames.  It started with mild itching/burning but as I read these experiences it hit me full force like a furnace. I will eat yogurt FOREVER and garlic everyday if it will keep me away from this product. I laughed at myself the entire time I was writhing in pain! Reading these definitely helped and momma didn't raise a quitter but I'm going to have to walk away from this product and just make an appointment with the doc."


"I've had all my HPV shots, I got the last one today and it was the worse compared to the other 2. You could feel it the most out of all 3. And 30-45 min after I got my 3rd shot my jaw got sore, now I don't know if it has anything to do with the shot but I figured they should be noted just in case! Now has it prevented me from getting cancer? I'll have to let y'all know it in a few years! Lol It's a scary thing getting the HPV shots because you read one thing saying it's great and it prevents against cancer (which no one wants) and then you can read an article about it killing someone. I think we all need to be educated in the TRUE effects and advantages of EVERY shot that we get."


"I have been on Avonex for 1 month. I chose it due to the injections once a week. I do not even feel the needle or medication go in.  I do ice the area well for 3 minutes and make sure the alcohol dries completely before injecting with the smaller needle. Each week the side effects have been easier but they are still quite strong.  I do sleep 8 hours after the injection but wake feeling like I did not sleep at all and like I was run over by  a truck until about 20 hours after the injection.  It has taken 3 days to get my energy back so far.  However I do notice that my Multiple Sclerosis symptoms have improved and I have had feeling in my left foot for the first time since my first attack 3 months ago so that makes it worth sticking with for now."


"Been on this medication now for four and a half years with add back HRT. Slightly uncomfortable injection every four weeks (however the three month injection makes me ill) but considering the symptoms of stage 4 endo Zoladex is amazing. No periods, no pain and by taking HRT no menopause symptoms either. Have my life back "


"Prescibed Xanax for my anxiety and panic disorder.  This drug is a God send for me as I take it along with BuSpar and only when those escalating anxiety and panic monsters show their faces.  It is fast acting and will help to prevent you from going to the full blown attack.  The downsides is that the doctors do not like to write the scripts for this."


"I had Chronic Hiccups for 4 days I went to the emergency room, they gave me a choice of Valium or Thorazine. I went with the Valium, the Valium did nothing. I then continued to Hiccups two more days. I then went back to the ER and took the Thorazine. Hiccups gone in 15 minutes. This is the drug to get rid of hiccups for sure!!!!"


"I went and saw my doctor yesterday about my problem getting to sleep and staying asleep.  I had assumed she would prescribe Ambien but instead she prescribed this 50mg of Trazodone.  I took it for the first time last night and I have to say I was out within half an hour but I did wake several times in the night but luckily was able to fall right back to sleep.  I did experience slight dry mouth which was to be expected.  I'm hoping it continues to work good and hopefully tonight I wont wake up so often.  The doctor did say that when I see her again in 2 weeks she can always up the dose...so we'll see. "


"I have been on Klonopin for about 6 years now, started on 2 mg a day and have been on 4 mg a day for around 2 years now. It works great.  I started suffering from panic attacks around the age of 15 or so and it lasted until I went on Klonopin in my mid 20's.  I tried many anti-depressants (Paxil, Zoloft, Buspar, etc) and even Stattera.  None seemed to help.  I can tell you that I will be on this for the rest of my life, it has allowed me to be the person I should be."


"I have been using this for about one year now but I don't like it. I have gained over 56 pounds and have had really bad back pain and my husband says I have become really hormonal. I don't think this is a bad birth control but I don't think it is the one for me."


"Implanon is amazing. I've been struggling for over five years with hormonal birth control pills. They caused me to gain weight, go in and out of depression, have horrible mood swings, acne, everything that could go wrong did. I was so sick of trying different pills (Yaz, Progestin, Microgestin Fe 1/20..) I wanted something non hormonal. I've had Implanon for nearly 4 months now and the only side effect is that I'll have random periods sometimes, but that might be my body trying to adjust. Otherwise, no mood swings, I've lost 16 pounds, no horrible periods, nothing."


"Have been using SYSTANE on & off for a few weeks and have experienced severe redness, swelling & itching around my eyes.  Couldn't figure out at first what was causing, so narrowed it down to this product, and made note WHEN I used it.  Sure enough, SYSTANE seemed to be the cause. While using this eye gel and naturally blinking after it is placed in eyes, some gel gets onto the surrounding skin around the eyes, and it has caused the redness, itching & swelling.

So, be aware of this side effect."


"I was given this medicine for depression and anxiety. I have experienced no negative side effects in the 6 years that I have taken Sertraline (Zoloft). Compared to others like it, this one has been the best fit for me. Before taking Sertraline, I tried Prozac, but hated feeling nauseated constantly. The only negative thing about this drug is that after a couple years, I notice that I have to go up a dosage because it seems less effective. I will notice my anxiety and depression more so than usual, but it is easily fixed with an increase. I started out at 50-100 mg, shortly being bumped up to 150 mg a day. Now, I am taking 200 mg a day and have been for over a year and a half. Overall good experience."


"Best ever I was going to give up on birth control pills until I tried this one amazing."


"I found that this medicine was good at keeping my body awake, but I still felt like my mind was falling asleep.  After about 4 or 5 days on it I developed the worst migraine of my life...when I get migraines they usually resolve with just half of a Vicodin.  After taking two full Vicodin's I still had the most raging migraine ever. It lasted for 3 days. Once it resolved I went back on the Provigil two days later another raging migraine.  That was it for me. "


"Very helpful solution. Been backed up for over a week since my wisdom teeth surgery. Couldn't sleep, stressed out, and eventually got angry when nothing such as laxatives would work. Father bought a bottle of the citrus flavor from Freds. Didn't taste too bad actually, and noticed effects after 2 hours. Nothing uncomfortable, just relieved knowing that I'll be better by in the morning."


"Nucynta,- started off with 50mg 2-3 x daily, had pretty weird side effects, talked with doctor who encouraged me to stick with it for a week, also was on 5mg oxycodone's 4x daily, after about the 5th day all of the nausea, and side effects all dissipated with the exception of increased anxiety (which runs in my family to the point of debilitating) so I simply increased my 0.5mg Xanax to 1.0mg as needed worked out fine, next visit I was increased to Nucynta 100 mg 3~4x daily, wow felt like I was 19 again, 2 months later changed out my dosing to 100mg Nucynta extended release 2x daily, decreased my anxiety problems, ahh also increased my oxycodone to 10mg's 4x daily,-end stage osteoarthritis back, neck, knees, shoulders, etc."


"I Bumped my leg after being on it for two days and had major bruising mind you I don't bruise easy and I'm dark. Plus it hurts really bad. Otherwise going well."


"This was a life saver for me. I had HG with 1st and was on zofran only which caused a lot of constipation and cramping from not being able to go. This second pregnancy I had HG worse than 1st and was on zofran and diclegis. Diclegis took about 2 weeks of taking it 3x a day to kick in so zofran helped until it kicked in. Now diclegis is all I take 4x a day and no constipation and I finally enjoy being pregnant. It makes me tired but its good for me to relax since I'm a very active person. I only need a 30 min catnap and I'm ok. I can still easily take care of toddler I just lay down when she does."


"I was given this medication after a severe bout of anxiety and panic attacks. I lost 25lbs in 2 weeks due to the panic and had no appetite. Of course when you don't eat for that long, nausea can easily set it. I couldn't even move off the couch for fear of feeling extremely sick or dry heaving. I was finally given this miracle pill and the nausea quickly went from 10 (the worst) to easily a 2 or 3 within about 45 minutes. I took it for a week as I tried to get my appetite back and anxiety under control with other meds. Highly effective. I did experience some constipation from this medication, but that could also be due to the starvation mode I was in for 2 weeks. Either way, highly recommend to anyone dealing with nausea."


"Made me so irritable! I've never experienced PMS, but when I was on this medication, I was so emotional - even when not menstruating. "


"I have been sober for just over a month. I had been sober for a month before (in some cases many months) but this time feels different. In my most recent bout with alcohol, the quantity I consumed and the frequency of my drinking episodes increased tremendously. My cognitive function and physical/mental state had taken a downward spiral. I wasn't able to keep a job or facilitate healthy relationships with those around me. I spoke to my doctor about Antabuse and after some reluctance was able to obtain a prescription. I have been faithful about taking the pill every day and cravings have been minimal. Knowing that the option to drink isn't physically possible has been the chief contributor to this attempt at sobriety."


"I have been taking Bupropion for 5 weeks to help me to stop smoking. I have had insomnia a couple of times but overall no other side effects. I have noticed cigarettes are starting to taste nasty and I've cut down A LOT. I'm going to continue until I stop completely. Hope this help someone else good luck"


"I started my shot October 2016 and started bleeding December 2016. Up until now (April 2017) I've been bleeding. Today was my 3rd shot and I hope I stop bleeding. If you can't deal with bleeding forever don't get this. Not worth I wish I didn't listen to my friend I am sick of bleeding"


"I used Celexa and it was rough.  I then went and looked at all the side effects and realized that THE ANXIETY IT WAS TREATING WAS ALSO A SIDE EFFECT.

I then in a last ditch effort went to a chiropractor and he changed my life.  He explained HOW CHIROPRACTIC HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH NECK AND BACK PAIN.  He explained that stress is necessary to live and is a good thing!  Our issue with stress is that our body isn't adapting properly to the stress.  Chiropractors help our nervous system flow properly so we don't need drugs by removing subluxations.  (A subluxation is an interference in the brain body connection)

If there is something you could do so you wouldn't have to deal with stress, would you?  See a subluxation based chiropractor!"


"Hey Ladies! (Or Gents)
So I made the dumb decision to have sex with my ex-boyfriend but I at least had sense to use a condom. Only problem: the condom broke and he came inside of me. I took plan b within 30 minutes after the incident. I felt okay, but then I began to read online about all these weight constraints (if u weigh more than 176 lbs that the pill in ineffective) and I weight 186lbs. Being on the safe side I called my doctor and asked her about it. She said I would be fine and that the company says that to cover their ass. BUT then later that day when I used the bathroom, I noticed the other part of the condom with sperm fell out of me! I then took another plan b (directed by doctor) and waited. My period came 2 days before expected"


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"Geodon has been working but not without it's side effects.  I have been on it for over 2 weeks now and having issues.  Get very tired during the day but up at night. Have the shakes, my eyes blink a lot.  My anxiety is up and I can not take my xanax, even 0.25mg makes me very sleepy.  It does help stabilize mood but I also do not have a thyroid so my system is very sensitive to side effects."


"I've never been on birth control and I have migraines with aura, so I was a bit limited to Mirena or Nexplanon since I wasn't about the pill life. Tried to get Mirena but after 2 failed attempts because my cervix is apparently a steel clamp, I went with the Nexplanon. I love it! The insertion was easy breezy, and my side effects are really limited to a little bit of acne, but it should be noted that I had a pretty good period of acne as an adolescent and took Accutane for it. I have changed up my facial routine and this has helped.

I have not gained any weight and haven't noticed any change to my appetite, but I'm a pretty regimented person when it comes to my eating and exercise. Best part for me, no migraines, only manageable headaches!"


"i have been taking strattera or atomoxetine for about 7 years now. i used to have to skip school because i would wake up and eat and take the pill and while later throw up and feel sick for the whole day. i dealt with this for a year or two. after a change in dosage things got better, it does seem to help me concentrate. but now i'm constantly getting sick. I can barely eat without getting sick. As my body is maturing the pill seems to start having bad reactions again. Im not sure the benefit outweighs the issues, i cant stand being sick. After 7 years of messing with this drug to try to get it to work properly I've decided to switch."


"I just got prescribed thos today. I am very excited to start. It all started last year in Feb. My face got covered little bumbs and I was acne/bumps free before. Never had one. So, i was scared and went to my doc and tha same day all the bumps on face swolled up. Well, that was an allergy, was given meds and went away. They all came back again this year but now its not allergies but acne. My doctor prescribed this. Its firat day of using but one of my friends had moderate acne before and her face is all cleared up now but she was given this gel as well. Will update when I see the results. I really hope it works and that acne never comes back as everyone has mentioned that it came back. Can't fight with this all my life."


"The medicine seems to be working, but I feel gassy, feel sick, have back pains and loss of appetite. Had a headache for a couple of days but that went away. 5 more days until I'm done and I can't wait!"


"I've been on the max dosage 120 mg for 3 months now and feel more human than I have in years. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 rating is because I do have side effects that include: severe sweating, easy bruising, occasional aggressiveness (may just be my personality as I get it under control pretty quickly), my blood pressure (normally very low) has seen a changeable elevation, increased flatulence, migraines linger longer (though I get them less often).

While I would love to find a medication that has me feeling this human without the side effects, so far this one has worked better than any of the others I've tried."


"So, I was so excited to try out the nuva ring. I have the mind of a goldfish, so remembering a pill everyday would be a struggle. When I put it in, I felt no diffrent. But the next few nights, I've never been more sick. And for the first 2 weeks, I was like a bunny in heat. I've became lazy, unmotivated, emotional and had no confidence at all. I've read a couple of reveiws, so I tried to stick it out a month. Today, I finally took it out, and had an overwhelming emotional breakdown. I was mean, and cried for no reason, and felt depressed. This is not who I am. I've had this thing out for about 8 hours, and I'm finally starting to feel better. I think I'm just going to try abstinence for my birth control method."


"Took this for 3 weeks and developed a severe rash, burning and itchy, it appeared all over my arms and legs and hands. Lost much sleep. Didn't improve Raynaud's syndrome."


"Started Invokana(300x1) and Janumet(1000x2) 1 week, my A1C was a 15.2. I am not overweight 5"6 123Lbs, but I have a Hypothyroid issue. I am not sure which one or even both are causing the side effects but any help with regards to the nausea and stomach pain would be greatly appreciated. My numbers are better, I was in the high 400's and now in the last week I haven't gone over 149."


"Abdominal pain and diarrhea after 3 days use."


"I haven't really seen much in the way of adverse effects from actual users being reported online, though I have tried to find them.

My experience as I have been taking it for about 3 months is that it has worsened my depression, made me extremely anti-social and withdrawn, and very easily agitated. I stopped it a few days ago and have experienced a slight improvement in those symptoms already. Please use caution when taking this as there is very little information out there about this drug, or how it is affecting actual patients. I will not be taking this drug again."


"Terrible! Eyes much, much worse after using. Much drier and itchier than before. Would never recommend to anyone. Would select 0 if I could."


"I absolutely hate this pill!  I take it everyday but I thought I was pregnant.  I'm sick, my mood is horrible, I'm exhausted.  I will say it's helping with my acne and increasing my appetite (I'm thin so of course I want to eat more) but other than that it's a no for this pill for me.  My period is lighter and shorter but everything else makes me miserable.  My boyfriend hates being around me because I'm so moody.  I couldn't explain why.  I need to find another option.  My sex drive actually increased but it's still a no bueno for me."


"I had tried everything Depakote, verapamil, Inderal, etc. and I had several migraines a week.  I have been on Topamax for 15 years and it has made a huge difference.  I still have a few migraines a month which usually respond to Imitrex.  As the years have gone by the tingling, loss of words have gotten much better.  I can't do without this medicine.  I'm a nurse and for the one or two out of control migraines per year I use injectable Toradol.  That is a miracle medicine.  No more Emergency department for me.  I can now feel free, live a normal life, not terrified of being stuck in a dark room with vomiting and wanting to die."


"Excellent drug! Works miraculously!"


"Hi ,
I am 34 years old i started contrave Dec 3 2015 and I weighed in at 195 , Today Dec 23, 2015 I weighed 180.0 , when started the pills I never ate anything with it.  Now I take the pills like 30 mins before meals in the morning, my pm meds I take at 4 pm and for lunch and Dinner I stay away from carbs, I am thankful for Contrave but I have 30 pounds to go I will update in like a month from today!"


"I was very unsure about going ahead with this treatment, but nothing else had worked and have had OAB all my life. From the start of all the OAB treatments that failed and inconclusive results to my first 150ml injection was around 18 months. End of line treatment was Botox or acupuncture, so I opted for Botox. Well, it was definitely worth the wait and the procedure was very straightforward. Fully prepared with my chosen catheters ready to be used, I was pleasantly surprised to find I hardly used them. No UTIs, just a life changing feeling of no urgency. I've read some horror stories on here, maybe I'm lucky. Not getting up in the night anymore, no urgency, catheter free, it's the only treatment that's worked for me!"


"I had my second Nexplanon implant fitted in August 2015. I love the implant, maybe I have been lucky but the only side effects I have experienced are an occasional itchy arm and irregular periods. When I had my first Nexplanon implant fitted in 2012 it did however take a good 3 months to "settle" and my body to get used to it, I think I bled for 3-4 weeks straight but if you are willing to persevere I would definitely recommend it.

It did not hurt when it was fitted, removed or replaced in the Same arm although I did have some bruising for a week or so.

I did lots of research before having my Nexplanon implant fitted, there seems to be far more horror stories than success, but for me it has been really positive and I love it."


"I am definitely feeling better as far as not being congested goes. However, I am writing this at 4:52am because I have not been able to sleep all night long. I took the medicine at about 8pm so I probably won't be doing that again."