"Previfem kept me from getting pregnant, so that's great, but it gave me awful, painful, 2+ week long withdrawal bleeds. I would start bleeding right in the middle of my active pills, almost two full weeks before my placebo pills started. The bleeding  didn't really let up until the placebo pills were gone. It wasn't minor bleeding, either; it was heavy and accompanied by cramps/backaches. I would get migraines here and there, too, ranging in severity. I thought these symptoms would let up eventually, but I took it for three months with no luck.

Personally, I just couldn't deal with the excessively long withdrawal bleeds. I switched over to Microgestin Fe 1/20 after three cycles and have had a much better experience so far."


"I started taking Belviq 6 months ago & i have lost 32 lbs.  It is AwEsOmE and i haven't had any side effects.  I got off of it a few months ago because i was going to see how i would do without it.  Big mistake!!  I have gained 10 lbs back really quick.  Belviq isn't a quick fix, it does take time.  I take one pill in the morning around 8 and usually the other around 4.  I do get cravings before bed so I think i will change up and take my last pill around 6 or 7 and see if that helps.  I think my doctor will continue giving it to me until i reach my goal weight.  Lots of luck to you all that have tried it.  My only advice is give it a try, be patient & don't give up."


"Took for 2 months plus for COPD. Worked pretty well. Then I noticed ulcers on my arm that at first I thought were gardening boo boos I had missed. Had leg spasms at night but woke up one morning with severe sore chest, like a mule kicked me. Got worse and then became sore back, too. Quit the drug but spent the next night in a chair. Same time had itchy eye that is now stye/cold sore on eyelid. 3 nights without and still sore chest but better. Arm has scabbed, feels like ice water there under skin. Not so horrible side effects but certainly not worth the benefit and cost."


"This medication was prescribed for a UTI.  I was given 10 capsules to be taken 2 a day for 5 days.  The WHAM hit me shortly after the first pill.  Within hours, I became totally lost.  I shook with chills, my head  pounded with a horrible headache, my eyes just wanted to stay closed, and I spent a very unrestful night.  When I had to go to the bathroom  or to get water, I dizzily stumbled into furniture.  I had absolutely NO appetite, but made myself eat enough to take three more pills before I QUIT!  The list of possible side  affects on the package read like a checklist of my issues.  I realize each person can experience different side-affects, but I think any responsible doctor should discuss these before prescribing.  DO NOT EVEN TRY!"


"My first Mirena, I had for 5 years.  insertion was simple, no pain no complaints until Anxiety and ovarian cysts  started, they were the worst, but I managed.  I am now 33, had my 2nd one inserted and cramped, spotted or a light period for first 4 months.  I ocassionally have periods. Had a cyst rupture the other day and anxiety is getting pretty bad again but I tolerate it.  Its been a little over a year and the other night the strings cut my boyfriend!  I was so embarassed, he told me hes been able to feel them the whole time.  So careful with this,  I can handle a few things, but a 2 inch cut on him is not something I can deal with.  Loved the worry free birth control but its time it must go."


"I have had Seborrheic Dermatitis since I was 15 years old. I am now 38 and thanks to Elocon Scalp Lotion I have everything under control. I apply the lotion to my hairline and rub it in once a week...within 2 days for some reason the redness in my face dissapears, feels supple and I pretty much am able to forget about my condition. I also wash my face every evening with SBR Lipo Cream as a moisturiser."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"I was infected with HIV approximately 10 years ago.  I'm now 62 years old.  After watching my CD4 count drop from the first test of 900 to 450 over a 5 year period I decided to start meds.  Went on a regime of Truvada/Norvir/Prezista for 3 years.  My CD4 climbed to 1200 and I was undetectable but constant diarrhea caused me to switch to Stribild.  I remain undetectable, my last four CD4 tests have been over 1500, and the diarrhea is much less frequent, in fact none in the past 6 months.  Hope this continues and although costly, I give Stribild a big two thumbs up."


"I have an upper respiratory infection, sinus congestion, and middle ear infection, and was given Hycodan for the first time in my life last night at a local emergency room, Within 45 minutes I actually felt human again, and my symptoms did not return until almost 8 hours later.  This is an AWESOME medication!"


"I have not had a single bad experience thus far with Mirena.

I had it inserted about 10 months ago right after work. The whole "procedure," start to finish, took about 15 minutes, and was only slightly painful. It was done by a nurse practitioner, who was reportedly more experienced than any of the other physicians at the practice. Another ten minutes to catch my breath and I rode my motorcycle home with no issues. I am in my early 20s and have never given birth.

My periods immediately lightened up until they became virtually non-existent. Very little cramping, easily taken care of by ibuprofen. I can still maintain my intense work-out schedule, lifting, cardio, abs, stretching included, with no fear of dislodging."


"Terrible experience bad cramping, nausea, terrible mood swings at home and work my co-workers and kids are wondering whats going on. I've never suffered migraines before I'm literally lying here with a cold cloth on my head, left arm is sore, forgetfulness can't remember anything, bladder is going haywire feeling exhausted I'm actually taking vitamins my Gyn told me my body has to get use to the medicine.  But now on my second mth these side effects are effecting my life family life and professional life I'm digging deeper to find out more about this patch because this is ridiculous my childern are terrified because I lay on the floor and can't move and my doctor seems not to want to do anything so I removed it and doing further research myself"


"I'm so relieved I read all of these reviews. For the past few months after my pharmacy switched me to Tri-Previfem, I have been so depressed and anxious, crying at random times whether I'm at work or home. I nearly destroyed my relationship and I've had absolutely no desire to do anything I used to love. I'm getting off this immediately."


"I have been going through a tough time in my life, and Prozac wasn't cutting it. A psychiatrist gave me a sample of Abilify. I'm glad it was just a free sample, because this was NOT the medicine for me. I would bounce between feeling OK and being suicidal (I have never contemplated suicide before).

Things went really haywire the morning after taking my first dose. My legs felt so weak that I could not even get out of bed. It has been about 20 hours since my last dose, and I still feel like I'm going to collapse whenever I stand up. My brain feels like it's turned to mush - I stutter, and I'm very clumsy. The pharmacist said that 2% of people experienced muscle stiffness/myalgia with this medicine so I guess I'm one of the 2%."


"No pain relief whatsoever."


"I use this more for anxiety but it does calm me down to be able to sleep."


"I was diagnosed with HIV in December of 2012 with a CD4 count of 220 and Viral Load of 332,000. I almost died in September due to PCP and was bed ridden for a month. After three months of treatment with Atripla, my CD4 is almost 500 and Viral Load of 2,000. I'm almost undetectable! I changed my whole life around due to this virus and I never have felt so grateful to be living. I'm at the gym 3-5 times a week, eating healthy meals, cut out excessive binge drinking and smoking, and plan on going back to school to finish off what I want to do. The first month of treatment will be the hardest, but after that, it's smooth sailing. Also, check out Atripla Co-Pay assistance, they will pay around $400.00 to help you afford this medication."


"First time taking  birth control these pills were the worst. First week was fine than I started noticing my hair was getting thinner and started spotting brown dis charge for almost 3 weeks and started getting redder. I stopped taking them for 2 days and started bleeding heavy. The pills had me dizzy and really bad mood swings!"


"I had a wicked kidney infection it took a while but Cipro worked."


"I started on the Depo shot right before I entered college and it has been the best experience ever, mainly because I don't have any more periods. For the first 6 months, I had lighter and shorter periods without the awful cramps. And now after being on it for almost 2 years, I haven't had a period in a year and a half! I only went on birth control because I was scared of getting pregnant in college, but I would truly recommend this to anyone who is fed up dealing with period cramps and other inconveniences. Also, for any other college students, most universities will only charge $30 for the shot and injection, but since I already had the prescription from my doctor and my insurance, they only charged me $10 for the lab injection."


""I was given Lexapro from my Psych recommended by my therapist for anxiety which I had tried to manage naturally for many yrs by faith workingout meditation yoga and eating healthy. I am 37 suffering with severe panic-anxiety attacks which started while I was pregnant and involved DV with the dad who is a angel dust addict. I was always against taking any kind of meds not even for a headache so the thought of taking a drug everyday was scary I was diagnose with PTSD and anxiety. Its early since I just took my first dose last night and I haven't even experience any real side effects apart from a little tiredness this morning even though I slept 8hrs when I was only sleeping 3-4 at most. I still feel very anxious I will check-in 2-3 wks"


"I got better instantly. No side effects. I lost 30 pounds on this medication and it has helped me tremendously. I have no more eating disorder symptoms, and I did not relapse after I stopped taking it. My depression resided completely."


"I was on Trazodone for insomnia, and it did what it was supposed to: I would fall asleep within 30 minutes, and I would stay asleep through the night. The issue I had with it is that I would sleep for way longer than I'd want to, and I would no feel well rested after I woke up. I would have difficulty concentrating and I my mind would feel like it was slowed down, and that would last about 4-5 hours after I woke up (and I'd already have slept for about 12 hours, so that's about half of a normal waking day that I'd feel I lost to Trazodone). If I absolutely needed to sleep, Trazodone was helpful, but also a game of russian roulette: Would it be better to sleep but not feel rested, and feel sluggish for most of the day, or risk not sleeping?"


"I suffer from bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, mood swings, etc. I have been on Lamictal for about three weeks and I am taking 150 gm a day and I already feel better than I have felt in years and this is just the beginning. I am having no side effects and I am feeling so much better I can't wait until it becomes full circle and I feel the full effects of Lamictal. Love it, there is hope. Don't give up I am also taking Paxil 20mg."


"My first child was born at 30 weeks, so Makena was highly recommended when I became pregnant the second time.  I started taking it when I was 16 weeks along. Have to say, the shot really did not hurt.  I also had no side effects.  I made it to 37 weeks with my second, it was great!  Only downfall to the drug is cost; I was so lucky my insurance fully covered it. Wonderful drug, worth the trouble of getting it every week to not have another preemie."


"Vomiting, pain, weakness.  Unable to stand up.  Had to cancel colonoscopy at 2 am.

HORRIBLE."


"I am on the 7th week of using this product. At 28 and having always suffered hormonal acne breakouts l, I was desperate to find something to be rid of my acne without using contraceptive pills.
I used Epiduo at night, spreading sparingly and only on the affected areas. Yes it's gets dry, but it does clear the spots. Week by week my skin appears better, then not so good, then better again. I'm persevering as it's recommended that over 8 weeks it will improve. I feel positive about this product, it hasn't caused burning or redness but can be slightly itchy against my pillow so I apply early evening and sleep on a clean towel over my pillow.
I would recommend this product but be sure to give it time."


"When I used Benzaclin, my skin was amazingly clear, beautiful and oil free. I have oily (shiney) skin. I also had massive acne on my cheeks, very painful. But after I started using Benzaclin the pain went away, along with my acne and my oily skin. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone (who of course has acne/oily skin)."


"Did not work for me. I had nausea, abdominal & stomach pain, loss of appetite.  I lost 5 lbs. in less than a week."


"I had severe acne. Since I started to use tetracycline, my acne was gone and I cleared up my skin unlike before."


"It works wonderfully almost unbelievably well for cigarette cravings.
It did nothing for ADD and depression"


"Flu came on quickly on Saturday.  Docs office was closed and I was sick all day Sunday and called first thing Monday morning and they got me in for an appointment.  Fever was 102 with chills, headache, etc.  I got the flu shot several months prior but it covered the wrong strain which is the one that hit me.  Doc gave me prescription for Tamiflu which I started right away.  I still stayed home from work Monday and Tuesday but felt better on Wednesday, still a bit sluggish though.  Did this help shorten the duration? Not certain but I think it definitely did help."


"I am a 57 yr old female, suffer from interstitial cystitis for the past 5 years. First and foremost DIET is key, no orange juice, grapefruit, spices, cranberries and cranberry juice is the worst for I.C sufferers. Cranberry is great for urinary tract infections but NOT for I.C, also Azo is NOT for I.C, it has cranberry in it. Only Uristat works for I.C, unless of course you are allergic to it or have stomach upset. Take 4 saltine crackers before taking, I have a very sensitive stomach and this works for me"


"So, I thought the light periods were a problem but since I see people with the same issue that makes me feel a little better.  Although, I don't like that I come on at the end of the pack I usually would come on the Wednesday during the non- active pills but now its like Saturday or Sunday, then extremely light for maybe 2 to 3 days.  Good thing is I do not have problems with the Cysts or Fibroids now, no pain, periods are once a month although light, No acne, mood swings are normal, I think :-) overall good pill."


"Started working within 2 hours for me, and lasted for up to 12-16 hours. Gives me really strong erection (100%). I prefer Viagra to Cialis because for me Cialis is slow to work (3-6 hours) and the quality of erection is poorer (max 80%). "


"I had 8week course of pred..while it erased my lichen rash it made me gain weight my face was unrecognisable(fat) and i constantly was eating...also i dont know if anyone felt tipsy on these meds? I began being clumsy and couldnt sleep, after 8 weeks of taking 4 days after stopping, rash  came back, was told take 1 a day!!!! Still on them...but now im getting bad joint pains /depression and short fuse(mood swings..excessive sweating"


"I too suffer from frequent urinary tract infections. I am now on round 2 of this medicine.  My last pill was 4 days ago and I had a re-occurance of my irritable bladder symptoms the next day.  My doctor gave me 7 more days. I did feel sick in the beginning when I would take them with nausea and I felt like I had the flu. Headache is common too. I feel flushed as soon as they kick in usually. I do always take them with food and so far I am just not impressed. I am keeping my fingers crossed."


"I said to myself I would write a review if it worked and here I am! Boyfriend and I had sexual intercourse on a Tuesday. We did not realize the condom broke but thankfully we found out before he "exploded," per say. We immediately went to a pharmacy store and bought the $50 pill. I took the pill 8-10 hours later from the incident. I experienced cramps and nausea. Cramps began 3rd day lasted till about 5th day. Nausea only happened at night in bed. I was worried I wasn't going to be getting my period that one week later because I am irregular. I have not received my period for about 6-8 months so I was thinking it may not work for me. BUT! Thankfully it did! 9 days later, I got my period and ended at 6 days. It really does work!"


"This pill caused me to get two periods a month and constant breakthrough bleeding. The worst experience I've ever had on a pill. I took this pill for 4 months and never missed a pill. Switching right away."


"It is a trap. Been taking 10 mg Prednisone daily for three years for severe RA. I also take Plaquenil. A weight gain of 35 pounds, dark circles under my eyes, scabs and bruises on my arms and legs my rheumatologist finally said ENOUGH! Now weaning off Prednisone. I have never felt worse in my life but for my burnt lung experience on Humira. My God what a terrible disease RA is. I wish something really helped. I wish there was some way to make the pain stop. Somedays I feel like a prisoner. I can't work, sitting and watching tv makes it worse, so I make up jobs to do outside and pretend like I make a contribution."


"I have been taking Mobic for over a year with no side effects other than an elevated blood pressure.  I had severe knee and ankle pain which completely went away after taking Mobic.  I attempted to stop the medication however pain returned after a few days."


Bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline

"Before I started my treatment with Pylera I read the reviews; quite honestly I was terrified and almost did not take the medicine out of fear of experience these side effects. My experience with Pylera: I am on my 6th day and I have not experienced anything besides a slight headache in the morning that goes away as soon as I drink water. My symptoms have almost gone away entirely, and I feel much better. It is a pain in rear to have to take 14 pills a day and not be able to drink alcohol and milk products (both my favorite) but if it is the price for making this feeling of having a wet sock in my chest, I will gladly pay it."


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"Beyaz worked as far as making my menstrual cycle come at the same time but it made me moody, tired, and really depressed. I'm happy to say I'm switching over and hope my new birth control takes care of the skin breakouts Beyaz caused. "


"Not as bad as I was expecting.  The taste is like salty cough syrup, but better than Nyquil.  The volume to drink wasn't insurmountable.  And the effect of the wasn't violent.  Just know that anything you drink after ingesting the dose will be passed soon afterwards for about then next 4 hours.  Based on all the reviews of other methods, this seems to be the mildest."


"I have ulcerative sigmoiditis & proctitis. I couldn't retain rowasa very long. The GE switched me to sulfasalazine, first 4/day which worked for a few months, then 8/day which worked for two-three years. I still had flare-ups a few times per year. Then he upped it to 16/day, but that only worked for about a year. I was having flare-ups all the time, I was tired of taking pills, so I asked my PCP to try me on another drug, Apriso. I was in the middle of a flare-up, so it took a few weeks to kick in. But that's the last flare up I've had. It's 4 capsules only, once per day, and I haven't had a flare-up since I started taking it about 5 years ago. I have not noticed any side effects."


"Following about 4 months of being in a depressed state for little to no apparent reason (things were going good in my life), I added Lamictal to what I was taking.  Along with Lithium, I took Lamictal for Bipolar.  Lamictal worked very effectively to remove depression in a week.  The issue was that I got out of depression so quickly, that I actually entered into a moderate manic episode.  The episode did not lead to hospitalization, but had many of the elements that manic episodes have involving spending and lack of sleep and grandious thoughts and behavior.  I didn't experience any negative side effects with the drug, and I just think for me the drug jolted me too much.  No rash or anything, just scared me since I entered the manic."


"I started remicade in 2010 and stopped remicade in 2016, almost seven years it worked absolute wonders for me. Amazing for my  Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), my arthritis started when I was a baby and I am now 25 year old female. Within the first year I developed psoriasis, who cares right? I can walk, I can actually bend my knees, zero pain. I started doing UVB light therapy and my psoriasis has not been back. 2016 I developed what I first thought was heat rash. Turned out after months and months of pain, swelling, terrible rash all over my legs that I had developed hypersensitivity leukocytoclastic vasculitis. A listed rare, severe side effect which immediately had my doctor taking me off of remicade. Giving remicade a 5 because it worked for me but couldn't continue."


"My pain Dr started me on 10mg x 2 per day after a few years on 7.5 hydros 4+x per day. After the 1st week, and some withdrawal symptoms, they give no relief. Maybe Dr started me too low mg and see him next day. I hope he ups mg to at least 15 and 20 probably will be better. He said he can add the old hydro for breakthrough pain but at this point I feel at least two 7.5mg per day and that's only 2 less than before. He should go to 20mg 2x per as I have a bad spine from head to tail, facet arthritis, Spinal stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, deteriorating disk and spinal neuropathy....I'm through...I covered them all!!"


"Best drug out there for pain"


"Generally speaking, I don't like anti-depressants.  I've taken Zoloft, Paxil, Effexor (which was the horrible one for *me*), Lexapro, Prozac...seems like I'm forgetting one.  They've never made me feel "better" or "happy," just "numb" and "flat."
With Brintellix, I started off at 10mg for 6 weeks.  I go for my checkup tomorrow and will be increasing to 20mgs.  YES, I DID get nausea in the mornings for a couple of hours after I'd taken it.  Taking it with food helped.  That is a side effect that, for me anyway, went away within a couple of weeks.  I expect the same with increasing to 20mgs, but I think it's worth it in the long run.  I actually feel HAPPIER! More energetic, want to do things, etc.  Has been miracle so far for me."


"The reviews on this site scared me so much so that I almost didn't take this prescription.

I've only taken two doses so far, and both times, I took it with food, but I have nothing strange to report. No drowsiness, no racing heart, no headaches (and I might add that headaches/migraines are very common for me).

 I'm already staring to feel some relief from my UTI symptoms. I know everyone is different, but I've not experienced anything out of the ordinary this far."


"I'm a 30 yr old female. Recently I got promoted at work to a more stressful and pressured role, I also found out that my partner of 12yrs has been having an affair. I've turned to therapy and Lexapro to help me through this time. I've only been on it for a week and have already experienced an improvement. I started with 5mg, will move up to 10mg in a week. My issues were-social anxiety and mild depression, I'd say my anxiety has decreased by 60%, psych said that I takes 3-6weeks for it to really kick in, so can't wait. The worst part for me was my doctor started me off on 20mg and for 2 days I had extreme anxiety and moderate depression, but I read through some positive posts and decided to soldier on with it and am so happy that I did."


"This medicine is very effective for short-term use.  My experience is mostly good however, I do find that it does not work well when I have eaten recently.  You must take it on an empty stomach, I believe the Drug Facts say 1 hour without food before taking it.  When you take it with food, it sometimes does not absorb or takes longer to absorb.  Also, tolerance for me with this medicine goes up quickly so I try to only take it a couple of times a week.  I have not experienced any addiction symptoms by doing this.

Side Note:  A lot of people who take it and report driving significant memory lapses are NOT TAKING IT AS DIRECTED.  You only take ONE (1) before bedtime and then you GO TO BED.  DON'T take it and go grocery shopping!"


"I finished my treatment 2weeks ago and I still have fews pimples on my face but it's not a big deal. I did 5months of Accutane. Before starting with the treatment I had pimples all over my back my arms and my face oh ! And my chest too. It was terrible! I started with a 50mg, 10mg int the morning and 40mg in the evening. After 1 month and a half I had so many side effects.. My back was hurting me so much I lost so many hair even my eyebrows a little. I was ashamed because of my chapped lips I had a bad reaction one day I just woke up with many little pimples (it's like water inside) all around my mouth and on my lips too. I could get rid of it 4 days after. I went to a clinic they gave me a cream. I'm a sensitive person and got depressed."


"I have chronic severe cervical and Lumbar pain post multiple surgeries. I was prescribed MSIR for break through pain. It works quickly and extremely well. MSIR is morphine instant release."


"The first few weeks were not pleasant but soon after the Pristiq started to help regulate my mood, it made me less likely to be anxious angry or sad.  Basically it made me not really care...about much of anything.  It did help me leave a bad relationship which I believe was the source of much of my anxiety.  3-4 months in and I an now growing tired of feeling so "blah" all the time...I am planning to taper after the Thanksgiving holiday so hopefully I am back to normal around mid December.  I am not looking forward to the discontinuation symptoms - i.e. withdrawals."


"This medicine made me so exhausted I would sleep at least 12 hours every night and I'd feel so tired all day I couldn't get anything done. And the two nights I couldn't take it when I was on it, I stayed up for over 24 hours with insomnia. It freaked me out that it would prevent me from sleeping if I didn't take it, so I got off of it quickly. It DID help some of the pain, but it wasn't worth it."


"I bought Monistat 3 and thought it would be fine. I used to use the ovules and I never had a problem. Low and behold, the second after I inserted that cream, I had the worst burning itch.It was just so itchy! It’s been like 20 minutes and I still want to die."


"I have the gene from my mom's and dad's side. There was, or still is  a skip a generation rumor for psoriasis that could be true. I praise the Lord my daughter does not have it and she is going to turn 20 on July 4th . Age 13 it started as dandruff in cold weather. All sports player in the sun, thankfully it went away every summer. It moved to the knees and elbows over time through the same seasons. Then a spot, then 2 showed up on my chest. I summer sun tanned. It works. I went to coal tar, then to a diet, suffered like hell, hid, scratched, piled up skin I needed to vacuum every day. I couldn't get all the blood out the sheets. Methotrexate, psoriatane, Enbrel did well. Humira did great, only 2 shots a month. My psorsasis has beat it."


"I started this pill reluctantly after having read all the horrible reviews, but I must say, I was pleasantly surprised. It was my first time ever taking the pill, and I noticed a few changes in the beginning while my body adjusted, but nothing drastic. I did tell my boyfriend to keep an eye out for the side effects and that helped me mentally prepare for them. Over time, my periods got lighter and shorter. The first couple months, I noticed I was more emotional on the week of the placebo pills, but who isn't when they're on their period. No acne. Good sex drive. I've been on it for over a year now and I love it. Just take it everyday and remember that people who have good experiences, usually don't take time to write a review."


"I have had anxiety and depression for years. Was on all different types of medicines. Even got so badly depressed and anxious that I was bedridden for almost 1 year. I got switched to Effexor and in a few days felt great! I cannot believe I spent all these years in darkness! This is the best medicine ever for me! I am not depressed and zero anxiety! I just wish I would have been on it earlier."


"I have rapid-cycling bipolar and have been on Abilify for a little over 7-8 months. At first, I was on the Abilify by its self and I experienced worsened anxiety and depression. I was thinking about switching drugs after a few weeks of these negative feelings not going away, so my Pdoc added Zoloft to my mix. This combination was a life saver for me. I would definitely recommend using Abilify as an add-on. My mania is manifested as rage, impulsiveness, and rapid negative thoughts in my head and Abilify stopped that for me. The only negative side effect I have now is weight gain. I've only gained 8 pounds, but I have to ignore my food cravings."


"Hi been taking 10mg escitalopram for around 4 months it did work for depression and anxiety but still wasn't enough unfortunately didn't work for OCD and my anxiety is back. I'm trying with 20mg I'm 21 and I have suffered from anxiety and OCD long time.
It's very expensive also"


"I had a severe toothache that hurt so bad I couldn't even think. Over the years I have had morphine, Lortab, Tylox, you name it; nothing I tried completely killed the pain. Toradol did."


"I had mirena for about 2 years before I decided enough was enough. I was bleeding for the first 2 weeks straight, but after that I never had any bleeding at all. It wasn't until after 6 months that I had severe  acne, anxiety/depression, and had gained 20lbs when I had not changed my exercise routine or eating habits. I'm an Aesthetician and none of my remedies and practices could get rid of my acne. I had zero history of anxiety or depression. It became so bad I started to disconnect completely with my circle of friends. When I removed it, my doctor immediately put me on the pill again and Doctor was very annoyed that  I had it removed. I immediately started to feel like myself again as soon as she pulled the strings out! Avoid this IUD."


"I've been taking Ultram for nerve pain related to a herniated and degenerative disc. I tried opioid narcotics with NO relief. I could barely walk around and could not sit. Within 45 minutes my pain dropped from a 8/10 to 3/10. After a couple of days my pain was 1/10. The only side effect I experienced was slight dry mouth. It works great!!"


"Did not seem to notice much improvement, was on it for probably 8-10 wks."


"I'm in my teens struggling with very oily acne prone skin since I was 10 so I was given this birth control as a last resort to clear my skin before my junior year. I am on the 4th pill of the third row of the pack (this is my first pack) and once I finish this pack it will be the last time I go on birth control. Definitely wasn't the wonder drug I expected. I was very nauseous the first two weeks when I would wake up in the morning. I'm glad it was during the summer because if it was during school I wouldn't have felt good enough to go. It most definite wasn't worth feeling like garbage. It cleared up cheek acne but caused painful breakouts along the jaw line and mouth. I did numerous things before to combat acne such as change my diet to plant based (vegan), use topical treatments, and drink the amount of water I needed daily so I assumed it was my hormones. My period was very regular which should've been a sign that I was balanced and didn't need this junk in my body. I knew exactly when it would come but now on my 3rd row of the pack I am spotting? This is an issue for me because I always had a regular period. I'm going to solve this the organic way. I've decided to ditch this poison. My message to everyone is that if you're going on this just for acne it's not worth it. Try taking out dairy or gluten first from your diet to see if that's causing you to break out. Acne killed my self esteem but I realized I must accept and love what I cannot change. Best wishes to everyone!"


"I've only had nexplanon for two weeks but I really wanted to leave a review on the tremendous weight loss I've had. Since getting nexplanon two weeks ago, I've already lost 15 lbs with no change in diet or exercise! This is absolutely amazing seeing as though I decided to change my birth control from depo due to the ridiculous 60lb weight gain I had in less than a year on that. I'm ecstatic! Insertion was really quick and easy, the healing process wasn't too bad. It's been two weeks and I still have some bruising but other than that no soreness. First week was awful for my mood, however, but it passed. If anything sways my mind differently later down the road I'll leave another review but as of now.. I'd recommend this to everyone."


"Love this medication. Gave me the strength to overcome this horrible addiction. It made the act of smoking boring and bland and made it easier to put down cigarettes for good. Best thing I've ever done for myself and family. Other than extreme gas no major side effects. You need to be motivated and have desire to quit for this work. Smoke free since jan 25. Not one puff ever!"


"Gas-X works great. Had persistent gas pain for over 3 hours, took 2 tablets and within about 3 minutes the pain started to go away. A real life saver."


"The doctor prescribed me this medicine to take for a week. It helps to reduce the pain for only short period of time. The good thing is I don't get any side effects except mild diarrhea."


"I'm 69 years old, have had episodes of Rosacea occasionally for   19 years. Metronidizole cream had only moderate effect. My doctor gave me a sample of Soolantra, and my skin cleared up in just a few days. I continue to have no symptoms after using up the sample tube, which I used very sparingly to make it last. The price is so high and my Part D plan doesn't cover it, so that's the down side."


"My doctor put me on Ortho Cyclen to help with pain outside of my period caused by undiagnosed Endometriosis. It has helped so much! I haven't been in the hospital for three months, and the pain is pretty much gone. My cramps are still there but not nearly as bad as they were before. Since being on it I have noticed weight loss rather than weight gain."


"I'm currently rounding up month 3 on Accutane. My lips are very dry, along with my face. I can't even do anything like running on hard ground due to how sore my muscles are. I've read some of these reviews, and I can't wait until my skin is clear! So far, I haven't had much improvement. I'll review again after I'm done."


"My behavioral health specialist (a physician's assistant) had recommended I try Gabapentin for many years, before I finally agreed.  My life has improved, plain and simple!  Originally prescribed in an attempt to address my chronic insomnia issues, in that respect (like all the other traditional & nontraditional Rxs/otc aids I've tried), Gabapentin did not help.. or at least directly.  It Has helped with my chronic nerve pain & occasional restless less syndrome, absolutely immeasurably.  I could feel a gentle change down my sciatic nerve within the first couple of nights (100mg, bid, initially).  I've been on it for over 6 months (currently 200mg, bid).  If I forget to take it, I feel like I used to all the time: achy joints, shaky/spazzy/tense legs when lying down, slight chest discomfort (like an almost panic attack), numbness/tingling in my extremities, purple feet in the shower, just arthritic really- which makes me not a pleasant person & not want to do anything.  Gabapentin has been really wonderful & a positive drug in my life, which I cannot say about many I've tried.  If you skip it, you will feel like a truck hit you (which is how I used to feel all the time).

Other things I take daily:
• Potassium supplement, helpful against muscle cramps
• Vitamin D3 (3k iu's), helpful for mood
• Propranolol (10mg, 2-3x day), helpful against anxiety & involuntary phobic "fight or flight" reactions"


"I am extremely annoyed I was diagnosed with HSV when I was 8. For the past 18 years I've had breakouts on and off. First I was prescribed Famvir then Acyclovir. I haven't had a breakout in over two years. When I unexpectedly had this recent breakout my prescription was expired. I was advised to use Abreva. It stung but helped dry up the blister but made the swelling worse. When my prescription was filled the medicine did its job. However the Abreva burned my lip and I now have a visible scar on my upper lip. I will never again use Abreva"


"I recently started this medication for my horrible RLS, I couldn't sleep most nights because of it. I started on 1mg a night and within 30 min the awful leg tingles and shaking stopped! And then about 1.5 hr into taking it my entire body felt relaxed and practically put me to sleep! It was easy to wake up on too! I tried seroquel for sleep before and that was really hard to wake from. Anyways I have not had any bad side effects so far! I'm so glad they make medications for RLS, I feel like this medication makes me feel so energized for the next day! Puts me in a much better mood feeling like I got enough sleep! Great medication for RLS! Definitely give it a try! They have many different dosages ranging from 0.25mg-5mg a night so try it out!"


"Game changer... It wasn't as heavily sedating as I thought it would be, but it sincerely helps me with my panic attacks along with the the help of self talk. Calms me right down, without the hungover feeling that Xanax and Klonopin leave you with."


"I have been on Rytary for 10 months. At first it worked well: 2 pills (23.75mg,95mg) 3 times a day with one at bedtime. Since the 6th month I have had INCREASING DYSKINESIA and muscle cramps. In November they were unstoppable and I had to go to the hospital for a relaxant IV. (The ER did not know what the heck to do). I was screaming with pain. I am trying different doses and times but I believe the delivery is defective and uneven. I have no control over the delivery. I do not think my PD disease could have progressed tha t fast in 4 months. I was "stable" and in control on Sinemet. :1/2 S. 25/100 every two hours for a total of 450 to 500 mg a day. I was sleeping well. Now I am bent over, in PAIN, never know how I will be."


"The initial results seemed to improve on times, compared with Sinemet, however the side effects had a devastating impact on my  family relationships. Out of nowhere I became a compulsive gambler. Other issues of sleeplessness, hypersexaulity ,anxiety, just to name a few. The minute I stopped using Rytary all these issues went away. To be fair, impulse control issues were a concern with the regular Sinemet product but I was always able to stop the above negative behaviors. Rytary warning label spells out these side effects so anyone with impulse control problems should be on guard when trying this product."


"The ONLY side effect I had from this medicine so far is very slight fatigue right after I take it. Had a pretty bad UTI, took the first dose ( 2 a day every 12 hours) and within a short amount of time there was no more burning, fullness feeling, or pain. I take this for 10 days and I am on day 7. And no dizziness, nausea, vomiting or anything. Don't be afraid to take this medicine BUT! EAT BEFORE YOU TAKE IT!! Like a full meal! I think many people aren't doing this and you should."


"I am 23, no kids. I have had Skyle for almost two years now. The insertion was not bad at all (6 out of 10 pain). When I left and went home is when I was in serious pain. I was miserable. Bent over crying and it hurt so bad it made me vomit so my husband took me to the ER thinking it had gone out of place, turns out it was "normal" pain. So they gave me pain medicine and sent me home. After that I bled for 3 weeks still with cramps and spotted for a few months, while still getting my period. Everything has been fine up until about two months ago and I've started getting really bad cramps again. Like I did when I first had it inserted. I am not sure what is going on but with this much pain I am seriously considering getting it taken out."


"Actually used for fungal ear infection 10/10 Would use again"


"Works...the burning was crazy the first night and especially on the itchy areas but at least I knew it was working. By my third night the slight rash I had completely cleared up and I will finish the rest to make sure it doesn't come back.  The last yeast infection I had was 7 years ago."


"This medicine has allowed me to be functional with my allergies! "


"85-yr-old white male in good health. Although symptom-less, I failed two fecal occult blood tests (at home). When I came to after the follow-up colonoscopy, the doctor told me "You have an appointment with a surgeon tomorrow morning." A week later I had a resection of the descending part of my large intestine, eliminating a good-sized tumor. Because two of the removed 18 lymph nodes also tested positive, I was rated stage 3b (possible undetectable "mini-metastases"), so my oncologist put me on Capecitabine as adjuvant therapy. Three pills 2x a day two weeks on one off for 6 mos. Because of a bad rash on my forearms, he cut me back to two pills. Still some fatigue, and dry fingertips. Finished 4 weeks ago. Success? Testing starts soon."


"I started this medicine a month ago. My derm prescribed it to me along with Epiduo Forte and Clyndamycine for my acne. I'm on 200mg/day for 3 months. I'm still getting used to this sucker, although I've missed a few doses because I just can't stomach it even with food. It gives me headaches and nausea, but I've tried everything for my cystic acne and I thought the side effects would at least be better than having to take birth control pills. I give it a 5 because I just started month 2 and I can't say my face looks any different. It's still red and blotchy on my right side, but others tell me it does look a little better. I don't know. I hate taking it twice a day, I feel so sick on it, but I hope it's worth it in the end..."


"My experience has been almost entirely negative.

Pros: Fuller breasts, effective at preventing pregnancy

Cons: Spotting and heavy bleeding, cramps, irritability, fatigue, cannot stop eating McDonald's... weight gain concentrated in the "mom-gut" region

I began spotting during the first week. This lasted several weeks, some days barely there, other days heavy. It stopped for barely a week, and then started again. During the second month, I basically started a period, going from light spotting to a light period. During week 6 I started a full-blown heavy period. Week 7 - intense cramping started. I started week 9 this week... but I have just had it. There is no end in sight, it seems. Into the trash it goes."


"I was given the medication in tablet form when i was discharged from the hospital. I wil NEVER take this medication again. I was beyond agitation, angry, aggressive, heart rate went though the roof and blood pressure dropped too low. I was shaking and twitching uncontrollabley. I had to be given theee shots of the antidote to reverse the affects. I was in hospital very ill from this for 14 hours."


"My doctor gave me an 800 mg Ibuprofen about an hour before insertion.  While they attempted to insert the Mirena (which I had originally planned on getting) I experienced horrible pain for nearly 10 minutes.  I'm 20 and have never had children and it was one of the most painful experiences of my entire life.  I usually have very painful period cramps and this still felt much worse.  Finally, they asked if I'd rather have the Skyla, which is smaller and might accommodate my tiny cervix better.  In comparison, the Skyla insertion was much quicker and less painful.  After the procedure I did throw up once due to the intense pain, but after a few days I experienced little to no side effects.  I do recommend taking the day off of work though."


"This birth control is the best! I got it because of heavy periods, my period is now lighter and more manageable. The only side effect I had was sore breasts for the first 2 months then they went away."


"Although Testim works well the smell is something fierce. I liked the smell at first but realized it's an entity in itself and was with me and the family 24/7. I switched to Androgel."


"I am 19. I started taking it for anxiety. No joke the same day I took it I could feel a huge difference! I have been on it for a few weeks now, and I am still doing great!"


"Within first and second days use, eyes became blood shot and a little burning (normal side effects according to the instructions.) But on day three now eyes are itching but no more tearing and puss is almost non-existent. Feeling much better and clearing up."


"Percocet seemed to be the only pill that would help me while I was dealing with the pain from 2 herniated discs in my back (pre- surgery.) Although it couldn't take even close to all the pain away, it did help significantly. I was taking 10mg/ 4 times a day, and I was still in significant pain, but it worked better than advil, hydrocodone, and dilauded. Now post- surgery, I only take it for breakthrough pain."


"Did nothing for my severe pain now unfortunately back to the hydros. Don't like being slightly buzzed constantly but better than hurting. It works for mild pain only for me."


"Provigil then Nuvigil (slightly less expensive) helped save my life.  Took Provigil first, switched to Nuvigil (same effect), for 6.5 years now.  Day one value, no side effects as far as I know.  Still same dose (250mg Nuvigil, equivalent of 200mg Provigil), never increased or decreased.  Effect same today as day one.  Note:  I've been on a "cocktail":  20mg Lexapro and 1mg Klonopin daily, plus daily mindfulness meditation and weekly CBT. But 6.5 years of lovely life after 3 terrible episodes of major depression in under 6 years.  Certainly have ups and downs, but not severe and brief.  If I run out for a few days I'm grumpier, less resilient but Nuvigil greatly clarifies my thinking and energizes me.  It's not for all, but miracle for me."


"After first round of chemo with Rituxan...my lymphoma lump was completely gone to the touch.  Yes...I did have a mild reaction the first time Rituxan was administered, but it was easily resolved with a little Benadryl and a slow down of the Rituxan drip.  I did not have any allergic reaction of the subsequent two rounds of chemo.

After only three rounds of chemo, I had another PET/CT scan...and was deemed in total remission.  Almost a year later....and still no return of the lymphoma and I feel great.  It is amazing what medical science can do today to treat and cure people of cancer."


"So many people on here saying how bad it is or was early on. Soolantra takes time but it works. The cycles are flare at 3,6 ,9weeks. The die off cycles of the mites mean that it will get worse but just stick with it. And reap rewards."


"I'm 16 and I've been taking this birth control for about 5 months and at first I loved it, I had shorter/ lighter periods and my breasts got bigger but here lately I've been having a lot of problems with it. I have been having really bad headaches. I'm really moody, get angry easy, I cry for no reason, lower back has been hurting, bad cramps, gaining weight that I can't seem to lose, and me and my boyfriend fight all the time (which we never seemed to do before) and I think if I don't get off it soon then I'd lose him. "


"I have been using Zioptan for a little over a year.  I had developed allergies to the preservatives in my previous drops and Zioptan has been a wonderful change.  My pressures are normal and the swelling, itching and peeling of my eyelids and the skin around my eyes has totally cleared up.  "


"After hitting an all time low I had to do something. I was very apprehensive about taking this. The listed side effects alone are enough. I have depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder. I started taking this medication at night with the 5mg. I will eventually increase to 10mg. So far this has been the best decision of my life. No side effects yet, it's only been a week. The day I 1st started this medicine I was in the worst mood of my life. The night before my husband told me he wanted to separate if I didn't change. Within an hour of taking this I immediately felt better. I hope things continue to go this well."


"I have over active bladder and uncontrolable go!  I bought Oxytrol over the counter two days after it became available without a prescription.  It works so great immediately and is just amazing!  A real miracle!  They do have to do something to improve the patch.  I move it around to avoid the red irritation.  It doesn't stay on well.  It's too crinkley and doesn't stick well.   It comes loose when I bend, when my clothes rub, and in the shower.  It needs to be softer like a blister band-aid or even plain old band-aid; a more rubber or fabric type patch.  I love it but it feels like a waste of money when it won't stay on.   I would give it a 10  if it was softer and stayed on!"


"I have been on the combo type of birth control since I was 16. I started with the ortho lo (the basic one in movies in the round case), Yaz came out and I switched to that, I was so tired of remembering to take a pill everyday, during my yearly pap my OBGYN told me about the patch I used it for a few years and I never gained weight on the pill or ring but for some reason the patch did make me gain some weight, I was always worried I put in the wrong spot and it wasn't going to work, taking it off weekly hurt like an extra strong bandaid and left purple gluey sticky stuff I had to scrub off with alcohol. After those years I was put on the ring. My weight went back to normal, I have no pain, Insert 3 weeks, period, insert again. So easy! Love it!"


"I like the small tubes, easy to carry around if I am out of town, to stop the sticky, you have to rub it in until it's dry. I can't smell anything either, must be me, it works so well I only use it every other day. Testim also gives you a year of free co-pays! Now if they could only add a drug into it to keep my 21 yr old girlfriends mouth shut for a while my life would be perfect."


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


"The only med that ever worked for me! Although it has major side effects like confusion, memory loss, and muscle aches. Thanks sunovion for making a wonderful product. Unfortunately  I can't take it right now cause I don't have insurance and 120 milligrams is 1200 bucks for a month."


"I could not tolerate this drug. It was prescribed to me for C diff (which is intolerable itself). I was supposed to take this three times a day. However, the headaches, over whelming taste, nausea (I almost wanted to make myself throw up all day everyday) and instead of the diarrhea I had with the C diff it was replaced by gas, bloating, and constipation. I could never force myself to take the third pill. Doctor suggested coming off it and hopefully the C diff is gone!"


"I have Obessive compulsive disorder which causes a lot of anxiety and depression. Prozac has improved my quality of life I'm now a calm happy person with a great family of my own after being on Prozac a year. It really helps me focus on the real problems in my life and reaching a resolution instead of just feeling overwhelmed. It also greatly increases my energy and focus! It does not make me a zombie to emotion but it does prevent me from obsessing and lingering on how things make me feel. I still feel sad anger etc but in normal amounts like everyone else. Aside from very detailed dreams I've had no negative side effects. "


"I got this inserted and had to have it removed after a month...DO NOT get this if you already have some anxiety. When I got this implanted I became a completely different person. This stick gave me my first panic attack and I had to go to the ER. It also gave me nervousness to the point where I felt like I was internally shaking, as well as shaking on the outside. I was MISERABLE, and am still trying to recover. It gave me heart palpitations and I can't move 2 feet without being out of breath. My gyno removed it on an emergency visit. Hoping to feel like myself again soon, because this was the lowest point of my LIFE. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. DON'T GET IT"


"Med change epilum to latuda over 8 weeks.. Ok, the change started off great, I'd been in bipolar depression for almost a year, after 2 days on latuda I was activated and over the moon happy, ok far far too happy.  First day was like ecstasy.  2 months past and everything was fine, I'd come out of depression.. but the honeymoon took an abrupt ending when side effects / made it the most undesirable experience.

Intense anxiety. dread, panic, restless legs, fear, suicidal thoughts (never had those before, ever)  back to the doc, changed dosage and combinations a couple of times under his supervision but it didn't work. Went completely off it and back to my long time friends seroquel xr & epilum.."


"As a chronic insomniac I have trouble not only getting to sleep but staying asleep. Temazepam works wonderfully: 7-8 hours of blissful sleep. There are no side-effects that I have noticed."


"I've been on atenolol for about 3 years and it is a wonderful blood pressure pill."


"I have found that I have had no side effects from this & it has helped me greatly..."


"I started taking lexapro my first semester of sophomore year in college for depression and  anxiety and have been taking it for about six months now. My anxiety causes me to have extreme panic attacks where I break out in rashes and get frequent bloody noses. Since being on lexapro, I have not had a single attack!
 I also haven't had any extreme side effects although I have had increased appetite and have gone from 95-100lbs to about 115lbs.
However, the withdrawal symptoms are very serious, take it everyday and try not to skip any days. I got a nasty cold and stopped taking it for awhile and then spent a whole week thinking I had a horrible flu (nausea, vomiting, headaches) only to realize I was going through withdrawals."


"I have been taking belviq for about 3wks & have not seen any results nor does it suppress my appetite "


"Just started Phen 375 on March 9, 2015.  My first day I lost 3.6lbs.  I know most is probably water weight but still good to see.  Excited to continue.   No serious side effects just dry mourh."


"I was only on Lexapro for 2 weeks but in that time, I had a headache everyday, would get extremely tense muscles and the back of my neck, was very drowsy (took a few 2+ hour naps), felt dizzy (had some vertigo effects), couldn't focus on anything, and completely lost the ability to orgasm which caused my partner a lot of stress and made sex frustrating instead of enjoyable. I was on 5mg for a week then 10mg. It just wasn't worth it for me. I'm now taking Wellbutrin SR and like it so far (only on my 3rd day)."


"Has anyone taking dilantin ever experienced nipple tenderness?  I have only been taking it for a month at 200mg qhs.  All of the sudden a few days ago both nipples started to increase in tenderness and I have not ever experienced this.  I am a 31 year old female with multiple diagnosis and was just hoping for someone to talk to.  Thanks."


"Guess I'm one of those that can't take Chantix.  The first week only produced mild side effects, but on the ninth day my stool turned black which I found out due to gastro-intestinal hemorrhaging.  Before I was told to stop taking it by my doctor, I also had a balance disorder episode that lasted for several minutes.  I was lucky that I was not driving at the time.  I did find both side effects listed as possible on the Chantix brochure. "


"Worked well for a month then showed its real face. Ended up with memory loss, poor concentration, light headed and feel like a corpse with no life, rather wish life had ended."


"Let me start out by saying THIS IS THE FIRST REVIEW I HAVE EVER WRITTEN. I felt compelled to share my story and experience with Zoloft in hopes that it helps someone else. I agonized over the decision of whether or not to go on medication for an anxiety and panic disorder that was ruining my life. I was so fearful of side effects, weight gain, increased anxiety and all the other "what ifs". Finally, I submitted and figured I had nothing to lose. Let me just say 4 months on 50mg of Zoloft and I am loving life. Give this medication a chance, no one was more skeptical of me, to the point that I suffered more than 2 years before finally trying it.  This medication CHANGED MY LIFE and I am so happy I decided to try it."


"I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome at the age 14, now I am 28 y/o. 2012, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and I've gained 30 lbs., which is hard to lose. So many years has passed before I started using metformin the regular and the extended version. My last period was back in May 2014. Today, Dec 2014, I started my first period and I am so excited about. Moving forward, my next step is to conceive, become diabetic free, and facial hair free. For years, my facial hair has caused low self esteem and shots at my confidence. A few times people on the radio, makes fun of women with beards and it's not easy hearing jokes about some health complications that I did not ask for. However, I feel like a complete woman today and I plan to keep updated."


"I have alot of allergy issues being in Texas, the worst state for year round allergies. I take something else daily but when the congestion is bad this really works well and not many medications work well for me."


"The only side effect I had from this medication was diarrhea and frankly I will take that over having to urinate every 10 mins.! It took 3 days to get relief and I may ask for another round just to make sure it's gone since I am going on vacation soon. I realize I had a really bad infection and maybe that's why it didn't work right away. I did not get a yeast infection yet which shocks me because I am diabetic and get everything like that."


"I started using Ortho Cyclen about 8 moths ago. In the beginning I was very nauseous but after a month or two I felt great. I have had no side effects. I love this pill. It works great. I have experienced once or twice vaginal dryness but it has cleared up. It has made my periods lighter but has not extended the days. I like it. I really recommend it."


"Most of the people who haven't lost a pound are your typical fatsos. They say they eat healthily and exercise, that is what they SAY. The truth, in most cases, is the polar opposite.

I worked out 3x a week and cut down to 1200kcal per day. I lost a total of 10lbs in 2 weeks and within 4 months I lost a total of 50lbs.

IT WORKS. Eat less, move more, and be consistent. Don't blame the medicine because you haven't made any real changes."


"I started Microgestin last month. This is the first time ive ever had birth control. It is easy to take and it tastes like sugar. But i started bleeding this week, and it has been sooooo heavy. My period is never this heavy. I am bleeding through a super tampon in 4 hours. It might be normal... but im not sure."


"I took this faithfully for two weeks. I also counted calories and I did not lose any weight. It didn't give me energy."


"Trialled Minocycline for Psoriatic Arthritis for 10 months, 100mg twice a day for 3 days a week. It did help my joint pain a little after 2 months but did not go far enough for proper symptom relief and I decided to discontinue the medicine."


"As the last reviewer said I have had increased pain, fatigue, constipation and anxiety."


"I have had the Implanon for about 8 months and I have nothing but problems! Mood swings and the feel of being tired and sick may be due to the loss of blood."


"I took lithium for bipolar for years. Lithium took the highs & lows out leaving me with no personality at all. My Doctor changed my medicine to Lamictal & I feel I'm back to whatever normal is."


"I'm taking 10mg as prescribed.  I didn't feel the need for it but the Dr. recommended it.  I'm hoping my sex drive will increase and to be more patient when driving (not as irritable).  I'm still in week one but I do have multiple side effects:  nausea, head aches.  I really hope they stop soon.  I'm still optimistic about this med.  Reading some reviews on here helped.  If it doesn't get better, I'll just stop."


"I have suffered from insomnia on and off, ever since my husband died 3 years 7 months ago. Sometimes I get sleep for no longer then a couple of hours. At times I don't get any sleep at all for 4 to 5 nights. When that happens I feel like a zombie, can't function, I get very irritable and I don't want anyone around me. My Doctor has put me on different kind of sleeping pills, but none of them worked. I just can't take it anymore. After complainig about it again and again (I'm afraid if I don't get any kind of sleep eventually I will go over the edge) my doctor finally prescribed 100mg of trazodone. After years of little or no sleep, I managed to get a whole 6 hours of sleep. "


"I'm 17 years old and have been taking Keppra for three years now. Keppra has stopped my seizures except on 3 occasions where I missed a dose. Although it works very well I have been experienceing some side affects including moodiness, iritability, anger, rage, confusion and hallucinations. Although I have side effects, I like the overall results of being a well kid."


"I absolutely love this birth control. I started out on this pill but when I moved away for college had to change pharmacies and switch birth control brands twice... worst two months on birth control. Now that I'm back on this pill my skin is clearing up again and I don't have mood swings or feel down anymore."


"I didn't like this medicine at first. I had headaches, and had some symptoms of depression. These problems went away after two weeks of regular use. I cannot rate it against other such medicines because Adcira is the only such medicine I have used."


"Got this for my really bad migraines about 10 years ago after nothing else worked - an absolute miracle drug"


"I have taken Zonegran ( brand name only) for about 15 years I have been seizure free ALL 15 years. Prior to that I was on Topamax ( brand name only) I was seizure free 4 years I had one seizure in that time due to exposure to mold. Zonegran is the BEST medicine I have ever had. I do have word finding and short term memory issues that are frustrating and sometimes involuntary jerking of my limbs, as I'm trying to go to sleep. In all honesty, I would not use anything else. I don't have to worry about seizures. I just take the meds and live my life. So much so I am finally driving a car which is something I thought I would never do, because I didn't trust my meds!!"


"Took metropolol for 8 years with hydrochlorothiazide and suffered severe migraines until a med check doctor told me about the side effects from it plus my blood pressure never dropped below 177/112 in all the time I was on it.  Changed doctors and was put on Bystolic and the hydrochlorothiazide and I never had the urge To go to the bathroom. Had to force myself to go. My feet and legs cramp all the time. I don't get headaches and my blood pressure dropped to 128/80 was the lowest but I stopped taking the water pill so I can go to the bathroom. It may be wrong but at least I'm peeing."


"Took the pill form for 3 months. It worked beautifully. No noticeable side effects. I can wear sandals, etc. Couldn't even think of doing that for the past 5 years."


"I took my first pill two hours ago. I have an energy boost. Oh and I also got a b12 shot today to go with it. I will be posting at the end of the month cycle with results!"


"I was diagnosed with Crohn's in 2016.  I had shown no symptoms, but it showed in a routine colonoscopy.  Humira was the first medication I tried.  It suppresses your immune system and within a few months I had developed a melanoma.  Then another.  Time to try another med ..."


"A lot cheaper than Flomax. Works great if taken regularly. "


"Chronic Bronchitis: This is amazing! I have tried everything, and this is the only medicine I have taken
that stops the phlegm. I want to shout it from the roof tops."


"I think it works well but its not a miralce drug"


"Insurance covers generic only. The generic medication changes from manufacture to manufacture, the different brand changes from month to month can lead to breakthrough seizures. In order to prevent that I must either pay out of pocket about $450 or find a generic about $10 that works. I found one generic that works well and go from pharmacy to pharmacy tracking that one down."


"I have tried at least 15 other pills that all come with the groggy feeling if taken too late at night and too high of a dose. While 10mg is too much for me it works and works too well and keeps me asleep all night and i actually feel rested. I had to write this review after seeing so many low ratings."


"Have been suffering nerve damage pain on my leg after having 3 slipped discs for more than 1.5 years and tried a lot of pain relief tablets but didn't like the side affects from them plus I still had the pain. My dr perscribed me these, must admit I really didn't think they would be any good but was surprised from the moment I took the first tablet, the pain had greatly decreased so after a week I started to take 2 every evening after dinner and I hardly know myself. Pain free. And the only side affect is feeling a bit sleepy, hence taking then in the evening."


"I'm 52 and have had depression my entire life. Years ago tried Wellbutrin with no effect. Had a genetic test which indicated this medicine should work; however,  I must take L - tyrosine with it because I can't convert phenylalanine to tyrosine on my own. This makes dopamine which wellbutrin then uptakes. For the first time ever I can hang my clothes up and not be cluttered, I don't leave cabinet doors open or a trail from where I have been. My appetite has normalized where I feel satiated with a modest meal. I am a slow metabolizer so 300mg XL is too much,  I had to go to 150mg. The genetic test also showed I don't convert B12 very well but store it so I take Cerefolin NAC for a special prescribed kind that is helping energy."


"Does not help with sleep on a regular basis. Once or twice it has helped with getting to sleep only to awaken within an hour or two."


"I am a healthy 45 years old and I have about 25 pounds to lose and I started Contrave a week ago.  I usually don't react to drugs with side effects but with this one I have had pretty much all of them.  Pretty bad nausea and headache the whole time and dry mouth but I am sleeping well, with just 1 pill in the morning.  The worst thing is about 2-3 hours after taking the pill I get very spacey, tingly all over my body, dizzy and can't concentrate.  I have not weighed myself yet but I feel it is working so I'm going to try and push through another week with the dose of 2x per day.  Though it is very hard working full time...hope it gets better like some of you suggest below!"


"Hey Everyone!  This is new to me (posting on a forum). I have struggled with depression for the last 28 years, but only started taking medicines around 12 years ago.  I think I "thought" my depression was "normal" before 12 years ago. I've been on Prozac (liked it a lot, except for decreased libido), Effexor, Serzone, Lexapro, Cymbalta and now Pristiq. I've only been on Pristiq for a week (50 mg).  I also take Vyvanze for ADHD, so not sure side effects are due to which medicine or both combined.  I'm writing because I noticed two side effects since taking Pristiq that no one has mentioned: really, really BIZARRE dreams at night. The other is I am so tired in the morning.  Like I've been hit by a Mack truck. "


"I've been on this pill for 3 months now and I just stopped it two days ago. I had a pregnancy scare because of the side effects that this pill will give you. It will literally make you feel like you're 1 or 2 months pregnant without actually having a human inside of you. It made me nauseous for the 3 months total, moody (like incredibly), bloated, veiny around the nipples, tender breast, really really sensitive nipples (if I was wearing a bra and a shirt and I slightly rubbed something against them, it would hurt), felt depressed, fatigue, and it even looked like I was like 3 months pregnant! I'm not going to say that I don't recommend this pill because everyone reacts differently but this one obviously did not work out for me."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"So I am a bowel prep veteran. I've unfortunately had like 12 or more...diagnosed with Colitis for literally more than 1/2 my life, (back in 1990) and I am almost 45. I am used to all the gross ones...and requested the HalfLytely but had no clue it was no longer on the shelves. I guess everyone is different, because I just mixed my cherry flavored Suprep with Crystal Lite Lemonade and maybe I'm weird, but I actually like it!  I should have no issues getting it down.  Tasty compared to others I've had, and the texture is much less slimy and sludgy.  The water will be harder to down. BTW, chills and/or headache come from your body being in shock from rapid emptying and dehydration.  Very common...always happens to me 1/2way through."


"Diarrhea after 3 hours of taking it. Bad nausea for quite awhile along with general feeling of being run down. It was hard to eat. I did keep it down. It was 1000mg."


"I've been taking Lexapro since November of last year (2009) and it works great!  I used to get really nervous entering a room or place with large crowds and now it's easy being the center of attention, especially me wanting to be an actress and all...it really helps! I'm the person I've always wanted to be...confident, outgoing, and alot of other things.  Although, It would be great if I could do this without the medicine, however, I had tried getting off of it and the anxiety came right back. So, it just works great.  I don't get nervous or embarrassed easily anymore.  I'm not as moody either...it helps with that.  What more can I say?  If you suffer from anxiety, this is great! I no longer have panic attacks either."


"After second dose of Avelox, I broke out in hives.  This is unfortunate, because I felt a world of difference (better) within 6 hours of taking the initial dose.  Now that I've got hives, I am back to another antibiotic and I don't know if it will work as well."


"I had been trying this often on, for the last 2 years, first time was 14 pills for 6 dollars but ran out before I noticed any changes in symptoms. The second time was 20 dollars for 70 pills noticed a significant reduction allergic rhinitis, and associating post nasal drip, I am also taking it for atopic dermatitis, even though its not suppose to work, it helps with the itching, and sometimes the prevention of certain seasonal rashes. The greatest benefit was taking it twice one time, and nearly eliminated my nasal allergies for several months. 1 pill=50-80% effective on allergies, less on dermatitis. 2 pills 75-95% effective, although if I take 2 pills I would become somewhat drowsy, taking it once a day, will help build tolerance to drowsiness after"


"I started using this product after my 1st child was born at age 19, at first I was a bit nervous about the side effects and all but after a few months of using it I was relieved of how awesome it worked.  I had no side effects, no weight gain, my periods where regular, except that my partner was able to feel it which was no problem. Anyhow I'm going to 4 years of using the NuvaRing and I've started to get many side effects, from many headaches to low sex drive and a lot of Breast tenderness. I'm really disappointed in having to change my birth control because it was so easy to use and I never had a problem with it at all."


"I waited 3 weeks to write a review cause I was sceptical. After trying so many antidepressant and having the the reversed effect this is the one. I suffer from sever anxiety and PTSD. I take 5mg at night cause it does hit you like a rock. I tried the recommended dose 10mg after a week and it was too much. The taste is annoying but I will deal with that. I am able to concentrate and get things done. I exercise 5xs a week so I have not gained weight. My eating habits are fair so it's diffinatly the exercise. I been trying to find the right drug for 4 years and nothing helped. I do also take klonopin but since I have started saphris it's been reduced it to half of what I used to take. This med has helped me with my anticipatory anxiety"


"I never have reactions with medicine but I did with this one. From day one I have had extreme nausea, headaches, dizziness, and exhaustion. I took 2 pills per day for five days and couldn't complete the bottle. It got to the point that I decided that it just wasn't worth it. I have reached out to my Doctor to see if she can put me on different medication to treat my BV."


"I had the implant inserted on January 19, 2016. I was spotting for the first few days. Then the second week, I had some light bleeding. Now I'm finishing my third week and still bleeding. No mood swings, or whatever. But the bleeding is my main problem. I'm hoping it would stop at the end of the fourth week. It's annoying. I just hope I get a different outcome than the ones who had a bad experience."


"I had the worst experience with the Implanon implant. I did my research before I got the implant and it seemed to be a great choice for my first time being on birth control. I was 20 when I got it. The first month all I wanted to was SLEEP! All I did was work eat and sleep I tried my hardest to stay up and go out but i just didn't have the energy. The doctor informed me that I would bleed for about 3months once I got the implant and then I would have a period once a month. That was not the case at all. I bled the entire time I had it until a got it removed on 10-23-13(the best day of my life)! I gained 20 pounds in 7 months and it was pretty much impossible for me to lose weight. It didn't do anything to me sex drive. Do Not Get It!"


"I have been very happy with Junel.  This is the 1st pill I have taken without horrible side effects. I experienced slight nausea and cramping on day 2, but that's gone away.  I have slightly elevated hunger level, so I have needed to be conscious of food intake. No bloating, spotting, and weight gain.  My libido has increased and my acne cleared up."


"Had bad stomach aches after taking the medication. Also dizziness and nausea. After a while the side effects lessened."


"I have had Mirena for 1 yr and 4 months. I'm 20yrs old and have a 2yr old daughter. While on Mirena I'm mostly moody and pissed off and every other day I get headache and gained 20lbs. I workout everyday, watch what eat and I still can't get the 20lbs off. I will go and see my doctor on Tuesday to get it removed. But everyone is different. Good luck everyone!"


"This pill was horrid. I had irregular periods with a very heavy flow, mood swings, depression, anxiety, anger issues, cramps, etc. This is the worst pill I've ever taken. Gave it a 3 because it worked as a birth control but other than that it's a 1"


"Epiduo has been prescribed to a lot of people by a lot of doctors, my mum being one of these many people. At the age of thirteen I had began developing small pimples on my forehead and was get really oily skin, I thought this would go away if I took good care of my skin, but nothing happened. A year later my mum gave me epiduo to try however she was very hesitant because this medicine only works on certain skin types, the oily and non-sensitive. If you have not idea if your skin was sensitive or not grab a lemon cut it in half and rub on your skin. If this burns or irritates take it of immediately and cool with some ice. If it does burn you have sensitive skin if it doesn't you don't. make sure your skin is ready and epiduo is the way to go."


"1) The first 4-5 days were rough - very nausea, but then it cleared up.
2)  I take it in the evening shortly after I get home from work, by itself - no other medication for at least two hours, this was done on the recommendation of the pharmacist.  Always with food.
3) Getting blood work done on a require basis to make sure nothing else is going on with in the blood stream.
4) Exercising and eating small balanced meals, drink plenty of water.
5) Swelling or itching have not been an issue so far.
6) My heart rate is down and I am more energetic."


"Works well for my bad hip, using with Celebrex. Also cured my depression that I used to take an antidepressant for but stopped because of the side effects."


"I've been using this since I was 13 or 14 because my periods were SO irregular and it has helped tremendously with that. I wasn't sexually active until earlier this year and I haven't gotten pregnant so far, so that's good! My cramps are manageable and kind of bad sometimes but I try not to take pain killers. Before I was sexually active I had little to no cramps, but I guess sex changes your hormones and stuff. I'm not moody until my period comes which is pretty normal I think. I feel sad that it has such a poor rating on here, so maybe this will give a little balance. I gave it a 9/10 and not a 10/10 because I now get cramps and a little moody, but it's worked really well for me."


"This gel is amazing and I have used it on & off for years, but now my body is paying the price.   I first noticed, each time I used it, my hands would go numb, then my vision began deteriorating with a stigmatism. Now it's at the point my hands go numb quickly within a half hour of using this.  Just be aware and careful. I used it about 6x a year for 15 years.  Cannot use anymore."


"600 mg of lyrica works wonders for me.  Its a very good drug and completely takes away the pain. Without this drug I would go insane I've gone days with so much pain that I thought of committing suicide.  Really awful feeling because I have always enjoyed life and I'm only 38.  Nerve pain is by far the most painful pain I have ever had.  To all of you who suffer out there, there will always be a medicine that can help you. Don't give up there is a way this horrible condition.  I hope everyone find relief"


"Diagnosed type 2 diabetes in 1996, been prescribed the usual medications with not much success. 5 months ago my doctor (of 32 yrs) prescribed Invokana 100 mg. Mind you I have always eaten very well and choose my food wisely. However since starting Invokana I have lost 46 pounds in 4 months and went from a 44 waist to a 36 and I'm still losing weight. My A1C went from 11.3 to 8.0 in first three months,  my doctor challenged me and wants to see a 7.0 for my 6 month checkup. I believe I will hit this goal and be below 200 lbs for the first time in decades.  Invokana works and for two other construction workers I work with - who also lost a lot of weight as well. The only down side I deal with is going to the bathroom twice as much as before."


"Was great at first, but then noticed I slowly started developing anhedonia, severe memory and higher cognitive function issues. The real nightmare was trying to discontinue this drug. It's literally worse than hell, the anxiety is extreme, you're in a constant state of intense panic, it feels like your going to die. Then the intractable insomnia hits you, seriously don't take this drug or any other neuroleptic's for that matter."


"Scoliosis and multiple herniated discs in both my neck and lower back have required quite a few spinal surgeries but left me in chronic pain. Over the years it has increased to the point where nothing was helping my pain. My pain Doctor started me on Fentanyl 100 and slowly raised it to 150 over the course of a few years. Currently I am able to control my pain to about a "4" out of 10, by adding Oxycontin for breakthrough pain. Drowsiness and constipation are the most annoying side effects but its worth it to get my life back to semi-normal."


"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'm currently on the depo shot. I had my baby in August and started the shot in Mid September. Since then I have been bleeding non stop everyday. (That's s lot of sanitary products to keep purchasing.) I also gained weight and it looks like I'm pregnant again. I was losing the pregnancy weight before taking the shot. So far I gained 10lbs. You have no sex lids because your constantly spotting and bleeding. I WOULD NOT recommend this method!!"


"My mother, brother, 1 sister and myself have all had this diagnosis.  My mother was the worse suffer until she was put on allopurinol.  When she had a bad flare her mode of travel was a wheelchair.  I was next in the worse category then my brother and sister.  All of us have received moderate to good relief from the pain associated with Gout.  A small change in our diet was also started, but for one and he loved his alcohol.  Allopurinol has cut way down the number of flares I now experience."


"I've been on this pill for 5 months now. I never had the greatest skin, but it was never horrible either. After the first month on Tri-Sprintec, I noticed my acne getting worse and worse. Right along the jawline and neck and even back! And, I'm talking huge cyst like pimples that hurt! They always clear up the last week on the placebo's but flare right back up again as soon as I start a new pack. Obviously, birth controls vary on the individual. My friend is on Tri-Sprintec and her skin is looking better than it ever did."


"One hundred and fifty nine dollars of my hard earned money WASTED! If i had already felt close to death TAMIFLU nearly killed me projectile vomited for three hrs after taking it! Wasn't even nauseous before taking it! Don't do it!"


"I feel good...not great...but better than before. I can't lose weight and I am on 40mg."


"I am on my 4th month with this birth control, I am turning 19 and this is the first time I have used birth control so I can't compare it to anything else. At first I was really worried because my boobs were we're consistently sore, I used to be 107lbs in August and I am now 117lbs. I also had anxiety and lots of stress, I thought it was just the workload, but from the other reviews I have now learnt I am not the only one suffering from stress. My periods have been lighter, before I have been heavy but now on this pill I barely have a period. I was worried about this at first but I consulted my doctor and she said that it's common for spotting to occur in the first few months of taking the pill. I like it tho I get less pains when on my period."


"Allows me to be a normal person, not searching for a rest room every minute of the day."


"I got my shot February 7 day after I had my son I was bleeding like crazy this is been going on 3+ months my ob said there's nothing they could do and I'm currently still bleeding ugh"


"Abreva is the only cold sore cream I have found that works. I've been getting outbreaks my entire life. More so when I was a kid, now I get one outbreak about once a year. I apply the cream at the first sign of tingling and use it every 2 hours the first day while applying with a finger and washing my hands before and after. The second day I apply it every 3-4 hours. Abreva stops the spreading for me, the earlier I catch it the better. It also takes about 5 days to fully go away, if I don't use abreva it will stick around for up to two weeks."


"I've taken several birth controls and this is one of the best ones. No nausea, bloating, or water retention. The only downside is the breakthrough bleeding half way into week 3. I'm hoping that goes away with time."


"Xanax has saved my life. I have GAD, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD and major depressive disorder. This medication has made life worth living for me. I have been in therapy with a therapist, life coach and psychiatrist for 3-4 years now. I can tell you if the drug makes you drowsy or hungover, it's not for you. Also, the therapeutic dosage should not exceed 3 mg per day, ideally around 1 mg per day. As long as you stay in therapy and see your psychiatrist regularly you will not become "addicted" or whatever else people feel about this drug. IT WORKS!"


"I was on remicade for about 4 plus years maybe 5.  This medicine does a number on your immune system.  When I started taking the medicine there were no warnings like there is now.  But basically felt great.  I live in Midwest played hockey get with this stuff.  The problem was I travelled West to Nevada and got Valley Fever.  Well had surgery about 4 months after being in Nevada and Midwest doctors had to idea.  Well come to say I had intestine removed to remove narrowing but was unable to take Valley Fever pills and pills to stop Crohn's from coming.  But valley fever would kill me as Crohns would just be pain.  So long story short don't go or live in fungical areas and take this unless you don't value your life and that will take you down."


"This is my first time on birth control and I was a little iffy to start with, seeing all the side effects everyone's been having. Surprisingly though it's been all pros so far and very few cons. I'm just about to finish up my first month and so far I've had no noticeable mood changes or weight gain. I do not have the urge to eat a whole lot like some have been complaining. My breasts are slightly tender though - I'm not sure if this is due to them swelling/growing or what. I had very minor spotting at the start but other than that it's been great! "


"I gained 10 lbs in under 1 week, which sets a speed record among the weight-gain meds I've taken.  Since that pushed me up to the pre-diabetic border, my psychiatrist pulled me off of it ASAP - not to mention that when you're severely depressed, how is super chunking up supposed to make you feel better no matter how well the med works?  1 month & I would have been up 40 lbs!  I felt no other side effects, nor any positive effects, but 1 week probably wasn't long enough for it to make a difference on my mood - only my rear end."


"I gave it the benefit of the doubt after the first few times it stopped working. This last time, last night to be exact, I took one before going to bed. I woke up this morning like my nose was a faucet. This is the most frustrating medicine ever... and since it is 24hrs, now I have to suffer ALL DAY before I can take something else."


"For some reason, loxapine caused me to have breast milk. I am not pregnant."


"I had torn meniscus surgeries x2 , then bone on bone in L knee and pain in R knee. Cortisone shots x2 no relief . Just finished Euflexxa  x3 in both knees last week . Feel so much better can walk without cane , can sleep. Very happy so far. I'm only 55  and active so not being able to do a lot was hard"


"Prior to taking Humira, I competed in marathons, triathlons and an Ironman. Additionally, I was a swimming coach. All of a sudden, I could not walk. I spent days in the hospital with no answer.

After one back surgery, and a second one being planned, my rheumatologist prescribed Humira after testing positive for Ankylosing Spondylitis. Within two months, I had no more back spasms, I could sneeze with out a spasm, I could stand long enough to wash dishes. I began walking normal again. It was a long two years of pain and suffering. Now taking Humira, I have my life back. I feel great!

Do know, it does 'turn off' your immune system. I found, taking a probiotic with immune support (and lots of hand washing!) it was not a problem."


"I have tried many creams and masks to treat my acne but found only Duac worked. It reduced spots and decreased the amount I got. It worked within 5 or so days and I would definitely recommend it to friends."


"I used adapalene and clindamycin last April but I gave up after a few weeks (which is a HUGE mistake) bc it made my acne worse and I just couldn't talk to people without feeling insecure. So anyway, I started using it again this summer and it has been 10 weeks and it's clearing up my face little by little. I honestly think I had less pimples before I used these. Im just hoping these will clear up my face completely soon.

Also one tip on using adapalene is to remember to put it ONLY on your acne (which is hard for me bc I have small pimples). I used to spread it on my cheeks and forehead and that's probably one of the reasons why it made it worse. Now I have red marks but they will probably go away."


"Just another 46 year old female 203 lbs 5"7. I was chunky and had a physical job but now in a sedentary inside job. I have diabetes and was 50 plus pounds overweight. Early on the weight loss was spotty six pounds per month but I must admit I did not exercise at all. In month four I added walking three to four times a week and that added an additional three pounds to the six. Total of six months and weight loss is 36 pounds with few side effects except for some tiredness. My doctor likes my labs now and thinks my progress is exceptional. The best part is
I eat smart with me making the right decisions without tempatation to cheat."


"This has been a life saver for me. I've had several bouts of diverticulitis and my gastroenterologist referred me to a surgeon for a consult. I asked for a trial of Linzess. Immediately I had relief. It worked "too well" in the beginning (stayed close to bathroom entire a.m.). Now I use 145 dose daily and I am fine. So grateful for Linzess!"


"Good"


"I have nerve pain from diabetes. I was waking up several times a night with severe pain. Lyrica has allowed me to sleep through the night without interruption. So far no side effects to report."


"I have been taking Previfem/Sprintec, for about 5 years, and my periods are very regular. My husband and I also use condoms.  We had a condom break on us recently, and it just so happens that I'd forgotten to take my pill that morning at the normal 12pm hour. So I took it immediately afterwards (around 830pm), and then took Plan B, the following morning, just in case. I was right in the middle of my 28 day cycle, and the most fertile, so I was very worried! The side effects I experienced were slim to none. I had some light cramping, and my breasts were sore. I experienced some spotting 11 days later (3 days prior to my normal period start date - which was odd), but my period started as normal."


"I have been on Ortho Evra for 3 years now, previously I was on the pill. I gained an additional 5 or so lbs when I switched over, but I think it's way worth it. My period is now regular and my usual heavy flow significantly decreased. Recently my pharmacy has started giving me the generic, don't do it. I have spotting all the time, pretty heavy. It's like having a regular period in between periods. For the first time last week the spotting was really heavy, I'm switching back to brand name. Other than that, no mood swings, no decrease in sex drive, no nausea/headaches/breast pain/etc. Great birth control!"


"Started taking the pill three weeks ago. No side effects like headaches, weight gain, or fatigue but I'm having extremely bad mood swings, constantly. This pill makes me feel like a crazy lady! I'm normally a calm relaxed person, also my anxiety is extremely high. Seriously considering stopping the pills asap. Hopefully planned parenthood has something else to offer that works for me."


"I used Nuvaring for almost 3 years and I absolutely loved it.  I had no side effects, a lighter period and most importantly it works.  I only recently stopped using it because my insurance no longer covers it so the monthly cost is pricey. "


"Makes me sleepy but helps with my cough due to not breathing right after some back rib injury from a fall. Kills the pain for over 8 hours so I can sleep lying down too. Makes me kinda foggy so I have to focus to get stuff done. "


"So I just got the Implanon on Wednesday and it is now Friday afternoon and I am happy with the healing process so far. The insertion is quick and I only freaked out because I really don't like BIG needles. The local anesthetic was a quick pinch and was quickly followed by the insertion of Implanon. The anesthetic is really only good for the day you get it and becomes sore by the next morning. Right now I have a small dried blood scab the size of "o." On day 2 of recovery the site of the insert is still tender but nothing you can notice unless you touch it. I still have the Nuvaring in and will take it out next Wednesday as the doctor advised. We will see how everything after that goes!"


"I started Qsymia July 9, 2017 weighing in at 193.7 lbs. today: 7/27-186.8 lbs. = 7 lbs.
I am usually a big coffee drinker in the morning and I decided with this type of med. I wasn't going to add another stimulant to my body. So, I gave up the java! I'm pretty sure that is why I thought my head was going to explode for 4 days. But I powered through it! I experienced a little dry mouth but nothing severe. Just drank a lot of water. I felt the tingling once or twice, then it went away. I haven't been jittery. But I have noticed my eyes get tired looking at the computer, faster at work. I have been doing group training and metabolic workouts 3 times a week at my lunch hour. (45 min classes) pants looser!"


"I think Esgic-Plus is a life saver.  I get bad headaches, and thanks to this pill, it is gone in minutes."


"WORKS FAST! You can see changes already in three days after 1 sachet! I'm amazed by this product! But I suggest once everything is cleared up already, get HPV injected so you're protected!"


"Though it did cure the abscess in my ear, it caused severe (I mean SEVERE) muscle/bone pain in my legs, abdomen, and diaphragm.  Later side effects were numbness with shooting pain in my left side leg and arm.  I can barely walk.  I had never taken Bacrtim before (sulfonamide).  I was also on cephilexin but I do not believe that was the problem because I've taken that without issues.  Please think twice before you take Bactrim.  For me, the benefits certainly did not outweigh the risks.  For now, I've lost my quality of life."


"I'm now 33 and have been taking zolodex for 2 years alongside Tamoxifen for 10 years in the UK. This medication gave me the confidence not to have chemotherapy and for this I am grateful. The down sides are pretty bad though. I agree with the previous reviewer. Mood swings, increased body temperature, severe hot flushes and night sweats (trying acupuncture to help), increased sex drive, no periods, significant weight gain! I went from 7.5 stone to 9.5 stone in 18months having never had much fluctuation in my weight ever before. My bra size also increased 3 cup sizes. I have gone from being very healthy and slim to quite flabby and "technically" (BMI) overweight - which hits hard when you feel low self esteem because of surgery anyway."


"As far as control, this drug has been a God send.  In way of weight gain, this drug has been a nightmare.  I have gained 90 lbs in the 10 years on this drug.  I have tried switching medicines, but have had two seizures doing so.  I am healthy other than the weight gain.  The drug has done what it is meant to do, stop seizures. I call it being Fat and Functional."


"This medicine is horrible for me. The first time I took it, I felt it 20 minutes after. I had random spot pains all over my body, insomnia, throwing up, dizziness, my limbs went numb, and my already diagnosed anxiety and depression got 10x worse. I could not rest, it felt like my body was going 100 mph. I had horrible mood swings and it affected my relationship even though he understood. I felt very angry and hostile I cried over almost anything with terrible migraines and canker sores. I also got blood clots. I am 95 pounds. I would not recommend this to anyone."


"I have had low blood pressure (I normally have high blood pressure) and my mind feels fuzzy and can't concentrate while taking it.  I also have insomnia. I have only been on it 11 days.  I hope most of these side effects lessen over time."


"I was starting on Savella slowly easing into a maintenance dose. I could handle the nausea, but it put me into one of the worst flare-ups I've ever had. I couldn't even lift a juice glass. Horrible pain and weakness. I gave up, and went off of it, and within 24 hours was back to my "normal" fibro self. Not ideal, but much better than me on Savella. I am glad it works for some. I was unfortunately not one of them."


"I have avoided taking medication for my anxiety/depression for about 8 years. I have been on Pristiq for 5 weeks now. The first 8 days were difficult. I had inner shakiness and found it hard to concentrate.  I felt like I was off with the fairies.  I wanted to stopping the medication but the doctor did warn me that I may have side effects for 7-10 days so I decided to give it 14 days and I am glad I did.  For the first time in about 8 years I am the person I know I really am.  Loving, forgiving, understanding, positive and most of all excited about life.  Before this I was a nasty, negative person and stressed about everything. I blamed everything and everyone else for my life instead of taking personal responsibility."


"Okay I have been on celexa for about a week now. I'm currently working 6 days a week 9-10 hour shifts so I'm exhausted as it is. And I feel like I can't sleep and for the past two days I haven't been wanting to eat  at all. Is this normal for this medicine. I'm on 20mg once a day?"


"Male, Age 45. First tried Prozac (fluoxetine) then Paxil (paroxetine) for a month, didn't help & felt a little weight gain. Tried Lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg for 6 weeks & felt a little better. Increased to 20mg really helped improve my anxiety/depression & no weight gain, also take daily Deplin (L-methylfolate) 15 mg, SAMe 400mg (3x daily) & Vitamin D3 (4000 IU)."