"Have acute sinusitis, with severe migraine, dizziness, facial pain, TMJ, eye swelling. Was prescribed Augmentin, seems to be working just after 1 days use! I already had severe stomach ache, doc said that's normal for acute sinusitis because all the dripping from the sinuses down our throats, which ends up stewing in our poor bellies! So I really notice no difference with tummyache yet."


"I have been on Paxil for about 6 years now and it has really helped lower my anxiety and elevate my mood. When I first started taking it, I noticed I felt calmer and in a better mood within the first 2 days on 10 mg per day. After a couple of months on Paxil, I felt a lot better, but was starting to build up tolerance so my doctor had me increase the dosage to 40 mg/day. The side effects were mostly sexual (decreased sex drive and harder to reach orgasm). I also have experienced weight gain, increased appetite and sleeping more while on Paxil. I highly recommend this drug but make sure not to stop cold turkey because the withdrawal symptoms can be severe with Paxil."


"This medication really does help when it comes to my bladder pain. I however don't like how it is some what addicting. If I run out of this medication I get restless and I cannot sleep. Other than that it is well for pain."


"Hey all!  I was diagnosed with MS 25 years ago.  I was on no meds for 15 yrs, Copaxone 20mg for 5 yrs then switched to Gilenya for 6 yrs.  Then 2 weeks hospitalized with viral encephalitis!!  Do not go on immune suppressing MS drugs!!  I agree with others about the Wahl protocol... eat to feed your brain.  Also include cardo, strength training and stretching weekly.  I am starting Copaxone 40 mg.  Should be no problem. "


"I am prescribed Tramadol for chronic back pain. The fist time I took it, I finally felt "normal". I had occasionally had restless legs and cramps. However, after a back adjustment removed the back pain, I tried to get off the Tramadol and became VERY agitated, almost in a panic once, so withdrawal can be a problem. I understand tapering is the way to do it, but my back pain returned and I am still on about 150MG spread over 24hrs. Try the LOWEST dosage if you try it."


"I have been on nexplanon for little over 3 years. When I first had it inserted, I didn't have my period for 2 months. By the 3rd month I have very faint spotted bleeding. I did get a big nauseated, and had headaches. By the 4th month  I had a really heavy flow that lasted 2 weeks straight after the two weeks it lightened up over 3 days to nothing. From there I was fine, no cramps, no bleeding for 3 months. By then, it would be marked as my 7th month since the implant. I bled for a solid 12 days. And they felt like the worst cramps ever. I literally just stayed in bed for the first 7 days and as 3 weeks before bleeding,  I experienced period cramps. Since then my period was consistent. It came every 3 months and last a little over a week."


"I never really had acne but around 2 years ago, I started to get pimples on my hairline but nothing too serious. I went to the doctor and he prescribed me Duac. Though my pimples cleared away, my skin got extremely dry, to the point where I was so embarrassed to go anywhere cos my skin was so flaky and dry. I was so upset because it just didn't go away. After about an year, I went to the dermatologist and he prescribed me this this cream called 'ELIDEL' (prescription only), which basically saved my life, after about a couple months my skin was much better. so after multiple visits to the doctor and almost 2 years later, my skin is finally close to how it used to be. so in short be careful when you use Duac, but I would recommend never using"


"I've been on this medication for about 3 months. I know they say it takes a while to kick in but I have been having a lot of break-through bleeding. Then when the end of the month comes.. I barely have a period. I also gained 7 pounds and have been

working out and eating like I always have. I was on tri-sprintec for years and it worked great until I started getting headaches and breaking out. I then switched to orthotricyline low and I was spitting. I changed to this and I do not like it at all. Everyone's body works differently but I just want to find something that works for me!"


"I took TriNessa because I had really bad acne around my period. I've taken it for a month now and when I have my period my skin is clear. But when I'm not on my period my skin isn't. It's kind of opposite of what it was doing before."


"Such bad sweating/leaking from armpits that thought I would give it a try. No prescrip required in Canada. Picked up the extra strength and used three nights in a row. Stopped my sweating 100 % immed after three nights.  Last 2 mths before I had to use it again. I now add an extra night every couple of weeks and no sweat from pits for over a year.   Yes, it can itch but remember to dab not smear it on.  More doesn't work any better and almost no itch on my 2 week applications due to using less.   Short term pain for long term gain"


"I got Implanon in 2010 when I was 19, the first three years were fine. When I got it replaced 09/2013, the problems started. I didn't bleed the first month, but October until this moment I haven't stopped! The headaches are bad too, lasting days at a time (I've learned to ignore them) but I know this is because my blood pressure is NEVER under 160. Other than that everything is fine. I didn't gain weight, but lost some when I got off the pill. Most important, I'm not pregnant yet! I love it, but its to each its own."


"I wonder if anyone can relate to my experience with Paxil. During about 17 years of severe depression and anxiety, no medication (I've tried them all) seemed to help and the ones that did, brought along unbearable side effects. ECT didn't help either. Paxil is the only pill that really works for me, but it makes me slightly manic. Combining it with a mood stabiliser works perfect %u2013 but only for 6 months. After that, it's depression all over again. After waiting for another 6 months, I can start using Paxil in combination with a mood stabiliser again, with good results that always only lasts for 6 months. This 6 months on/6 months off has become a very predictable pattern over the years. "


"I have been on 20 mg @ day for at least past 8 years.
Treatment for Barretts included "resectioning" of technology esophagus
Side effects are minimal when compared to the sensations of burning acid coming through throat and nose."


"Excellent for sleep onset - up to a point. If things get really bad, I've had to augment it with temazepam and Valium. I also have depression. I was on and off it for about 3 months and it causes brain fog and word retrieval problems. There is also a significant increase in appetite, but it's not as bad as Remeron."


"My doctor prescribed me 5mg daily Cialis for BPH.  I took the medication the first night and got a terrible headache and muscular pains.  I kept taking the medication for 5 more days and I stopped due to the side effects.  I stopped taking any BPH meds for 3 days and I decided to give Cialis another try.  This time I took an Aleve Liquid Gel about 30 minutes before I took Cialis and I didn't have any side effects at all.  I took an Aleve for the next 4 days and then I quit taking that Aleve and haven't had any bad side effects at all.  I would encourage anyone that has trouble with this medication to give it a little time before giving up on it.  I'm sure glad I did.  I starting noticing improvement in my BHP symptoms within a week."


"I had been a smoker, (a pack a day or more), for about 43 years! Last December 11th (2014), I finally received my prescription for Chantix! I was so excited and I just knew that this "quit" was not a trial run!  I KNEW that this would work for me and I felt that I'd done enough research to feel that I probably wouldn't have any really bad side effects. I didn't!! And on December 17th I QUIT!! It has been over a year and on my Quit Now app I have saved over $2,500, I have not smoked 8,573 cigarettes and I have added 35 days, 17 hours and 18 minutes to my life! I feel amazing and it is never lost on me how happy I am to be a non-smoker!! I quit seven days after taking the first week of the medication and I'll NEVER go back to smoking again!"


"I have been taking Requip for almost as long as it has been out. Yes, it is a God send for me. My RLS was so bad I would cry myself to sleep and if I was in a movie, church, or at a play I could not sit through the whole thing. I just only hope someday they will find out what causes this. I have to take 4mg a day. I take one in the morning and 1 in the mid to late afternoon and then the other 2 about 30 mins before going to bed. It feels so good to sleep all night but now I also found out peripheral neuropathy and have to take medication for that too. But as long as I take as the doctor orders I do fine. I feel for everyone who has RLS."


"This product is unreal. I was always sweating for no reason, at work under my arms were wet all day and all my undershirts were ruined. Then it got worse if I felt like someone was looking at my or I got emberassed my forehead would sweat...seriously this product is amazing works like a charm"


"Well, ive been taking antidepressants every since i was 17 years old, im 37 today. I wont lie to you. I abuse cymbalta by skipping a few days and restarting it again. I get very grumpy on the inbetween days when i dont take it. But when i finally do, whoa mama!!! All the sudden i believe in god, and hes touching me with all his love. Cymbalta made me not fear the dentist either. I went in there and had 28 of my teeth removed. I had bad teeth from not brushing as a kid. Not doing drugs. The only drugs i do are antidepressants. So yeah. Cymbalta changed my life. Good drug. Highly recommend"


"I've been using Trazodone at 50 mg for anxiety related insomnia. I would try to sleep but I could not get my brain to shut off. It took effect within a week and I have been taking it for 20 years. My doctor is finally taking me off of it.  Before Trazadone, sleep was hard to achieve.  While I was on it, I got my 6 - 8 hours of sleep and woke up refreshed and ready for my coffee (only one a day)."


"I started at 25mg for a week. I had 2 good days and the other days were from my normal anxiety. I then went up to 50mg and felt not too bad except for days 6 and 7. Had some minor sleep problems but managed to get through. I jumped to 75mg three days ago and now I'm feeling like garbage. My anxiety shot up. I feel depressed. I feel weird. I slept only 3.5 hours the last two nights. My stomach feels empty but I did have breakfast and I'm not hungry. I know I need to give it at least a week or two on the higher dosage but I'm so disappointed and discouraged. I wish I can start feeling better."


"It was given to me prior and after my surgery for a total hysterectomy last year. It worked fantastic and the use of it helped tremendously with my healing process thereafter. The surgeon was surprised that I had little to no bleeding from the site (procedure was a vaginal hysterectomy) and no bleeding whatsoever post surgery. I had a wonder team of doctors and specialist on my side during the whole ordeal. Wonderful doctors who definitely did their research! You get a thumbs up here!"


"This ointment is very effective.  It has cleared up all of my breakouts from eczema.  However, it concerns me that someone in an earlier post mentioned that they apply this medication to their face. Please DO NOT do this as Elocon is a steroid that can thin the skin. Its so strong,  you only need to apply it to the affected area. Its not meant to be used like a face cream. The skin on your face is already so much thinner and more sensitive when than the skin on your arms and legs."


"Flexeril and Percocet are the only medicines that help me out of pain with a herniated L5 dics and a pinched nerve."


"Took 10mg twice per day for 3 1/2 months - lost 20 pounds.  Within 5 pounds of my goal, reduced to 10mg once daily October 1 and noticed psoriasis returning slightly.  Psoriasis had cleared up completely for the first time in 30 years about 2 weeks after starting Belviq.  Weight is stable at goal, but still taking Belviq for psoriasis control.  Belviq is not an appetite suppressant or stimulant.  It works on the subconscious level.  Before  starting it, I might overeat for irrational reasons like "There's only a bit of food left over, I'll just eat it instead of storing it."  or "I've already eaten too much, another bite won't matter."  With Belviq, those thoughts just never occur.  I drink 2 quarts of water daily and eat when I'm hungry."


"I have hemochromatosis which causes Iron overload which gives me  itchy skin"


"I moved to another state 4 months prior to taking this med. I was experiencing a lot of highs and lows....sadness, irritability, increased anxiety due to moving 2 states away from family/friends. I already take Wellbutrin which I've been on for a decade to control anxiety and SAD. By the end of week 1 I noticed a feeling of "levelness" of my general mood, by end of week 2 my boyfriend noticed the positive change by end of week 3 I still feel pretty good as far as the highs and lows being gone but now I'm starting to notice a lowered libido and decreased reaction to sexual stimuli-it's extremely difficult to reach orgasm. I will continue the med for awhile as I do believe it's working for the mood but am unsure about staying on it long term."


"I have been taking Aldactone for adult hormonal acne for almost 2 years and I cannot even put into words the HUGE difference it has made. In my early 20's, I began getting horrible cystic acne all over my chin and entire jaw line area. I had used every product available including Proactive, expensive designer dept store lines, Retin-A, birth controls etc...NOTHING helped! I'd have 5-15 painful nodules at once, each lasting 2-3 weeks and most scaring. My self-esteem was ruined, I was ashamed. Finally, at age 28, I went to a dermatologist and started on Aldactone 100mg/day. I saw noticeable improvement within a week and was totally clear in one month! Increased to 150mg/day after 3 months and have had flawless skin since. Truly a LIFESAVER medicine."


"Felt I was having a heart attack but without the chest pain. Every muscle in my body seemed to go into rigidity and I could not move. Heavy sweating. Severe pain in muscles and joints. Difficulty breathing that turned into wheezing and gasping for breath. Panic. Dizziness.

This was my THIRD dose of medication."


"I used this medication for over 15 years for very severe hot flashes. I had no side effects. I have recently stopped using it and have not had the hot flashes return."


"My gynecologist put me on this medication because I have ovarian cysts on both ovaries and also take anticonvulsants, which can make birth control less effective. Since this is the highest dose of BC we were hopeful to avoid surgery. The first month I was on Ogestrel I went from being emotionally well balanced to crying everyday, becoming angry very easily, and feeling very anxious. I did not have any further side effects, but could not take this medication any longer. The Ogestrel had no effect on the ovarian cysts."


"Neck and upper back pain. Progressed to numbness in left pinky and ring finger. Then odd sensation painful but agitating pulses in medial arm. Pain level 7 (constants edge of tears). History of neck pain at c5/6. So I tried to treat at home with rest, naproxen, flexerol, and traction. Pain and symptoms got worse. Went to ER as I was dropping things in the kitchen. Don't like narcotics. Given toradol injection. WOW! Quick relief went from 7 to 2. Stiffness in neck reduced and pain in shoulder. Still numb in fingers but media arm better. Gave oral steroids and oral toradol. Pain is increasing again, but managed."


"12.5 mg 2 x a day. Had headaches and numbness in fingers. Some swelling in lower legs. Blood pressure dropped only 4 points. Doctor switched medicine after 3 months."


"Zoloft changed my life, however I have been on it for 20 years and it is not working so well anymore."


"For three years we have tried so many meds to control my daughter's ADHD. None worked or it would work for a month and stop. This was our miracle drug. She had no side affects. It's been a long three years and we finally have normalcy in our lives. It's a 12 hours release as well, unlike the others at 8 hours."


"Yes it may cost more; however, it changed my life for the better.  It is certainly not for all and many will chose not to embrace new delivery methods when they have decades of success with the prior.

Bottom line for me is that the drug works fantastic and has my a1c at a pre-D level.

 Btw I do not own stock or care what the market does, as long as the drug remains available.

-Be well"


"Started Pristiq 5 days ago after being on Wellbutrin for years. Had a series of events occur over the past six months that sent me into a deep, can't get outta bed, depression. I've struggled with it for years. Thus far I'm mentally much better, but feel drugged and super sleepy. I hope this is a temporary side effect and will eventually subside. I've noticed other posts with these same initial side affects and saw where they DID eventually subside. Again, I mentally feel stable, calm and actual want to interact with others instead of crawl in a hole. This is a plus for me! Hoping things continue to improve. Definitely worth trying!!"


"I got mine inserted November of 2013 and got it removed August of 2016. In terms of effectiveness, it was perfect. I checked my strings monthly and never had any pregnancy scares. The knowledge that I couldn't get pregnant was wonderful. I loved not having to worry about hormones, and I loved how easy it was on a day to day basis.

The side effects were rough. I got multiple Pelvic inflammatory diseases. My cervix was constantly sore and tender during sex. The first 8 months were bad in terms of cramping and random yeast and bacterial infections. There was a year where I was fine, and after that  I wound up getting it removed on the third year because I had 2 back to back boughts of PID during the summer. I wish there was a smaller option."


"This nasal spray was very effective in stopping severe abdominal pain, vomiting and nausea. It worked for several hours when nothing else was held down. Why would doctors give oral medicines for vomiting when a nasal alternative is available?"


"My clinic kept switching my pills about a year ago claiming they were the same but just the generic kind. I was on sronyx last year for about 6 months. It was fine at first but then I began to get moody. Constantly angry all the time and was a complete witch to my boyfriend. I'm glad he stuck by me after what I had put him through. I gave this two stars because I did not get pregnant while on this but the way it made me feel, I will never forget. I wasn't myself and I'm glad I switched to something better!"


"Absolutely awful experience! I got it in May 2015 and my body has revolted against me since I got the implant. I was a breastfeeding mother until I got nexplanon. While it didn't affect my supply (I exclusively pumped to ensure baby was getting more than enough) my baby didn't gain ANY weight for 3 months until we finally had to supplement with formula. Aside from that, I get awful headaches, NO sex drive, moody all the time, no energy, I'm thinking I'm headed towards depression, I'm waiting on my insurance to get approval to get this thing out! Also my arm is numb around the rod and radiates pain down my arm and side!"


"After taking Gleevec, this medication is much easier on the stomach: however, the potential for heart problems and strict time schedule is of concern. Time will tell."


"My doctor gave me a mix of 2 meds so I don't have the expense of Contrave. I am happy with the results. Taking Welbrutrin sr 150 MG and 4 mg Natrexone twice a day. Which is the same as or very similar to the Contrave. I have had no side effects. I feel a slight kick in when I first take it in the morning, which give a slight feeling of well being. I do not have increased energy and I can eat ok. I DO NOT get cravings for fast food like I did before. I find eating healthy easier.  Before I started I  loved drinking beer and admit it contributed to my weight. I DO NOT have a problem with passing on the beer now. I am not shaky or loosing my hair. Been on for 1 month only. I have lost 10 lbs. and started out weighing 219. I am 5' tall and 42. no exercise."


"I have hadIimplanon for 4 months now and I think it's great. I had slight bleeding my first 2 months but now I don't. I was scared to get it inserted because I heard it could possibly move when it's in your arm. So for the first couple of nights I could barely sleep because I was scared it was going to move, but it didn't. There is only a tiny little mark from where they inserted it. The reason I love it is because Implanon has cleared my face from pimples and blemishes. I also haven't gained any weight. The only negative thing I can say about Implanon is that I have experienced temporary mood swings, but other than that I love it."


"I've been on 60 mg/day for the last 17 years after I developed multiple neuropathy issues in my extremities after chemotherapy treatment. I've tried EVERYTHING else on the market that I can legally try. Methadone is the ONLY thing that works and doesn't get me high as a kite or knock me out. I will warn anyone that this medication is Very dangerous as far as CNS depression goes for the first two weeks of use. I was nodding off all over the place! The great thing is that this goes away after the first few weeks. After the initial period, I have noticed very few side effects. The ones that I have are the usual constipation that all narcotics produce. This medication will lower testosterone levels after long term use. (Longer than a year.)"


"I thought it was great the first two and a half years. No period at all, which worried me at first (I spent a lot of money on pregnancy tests) but I never got pregnant. I did have a lot of headaches and I kind of felt pregnant sometimes (sore breasts, cramping, fatigue, nausea). Last six months was hell though. Had an ectopic pregnancy, which was caught early. Four months later I got pregnant again and had a miscarriage. I wasn't aware that I was pregnant though, I took a test and it was negative right before I miscarried. I got it out and had a new one put in. The first three months I spotted nonstop and I've had horrible anxiety problems and depression. I had sinus problems for an entire month. I'm definitely getting it out now."


"Belviq gave me horrible headaches when I started taking it and if I forgot to take it (when the meds left my system). At first it didn't do anything for me, then after taking it for 4 months, I gained 20 pounds. I've read this medicine works similarly to antidepressants and I've had weight gain problems with antidepressants in the past, so I'm thinking that's why this medication did not work for me."


"Love this medicine! Tried all the others, Vyvanse definitely works the best. I stay on task, focused, more organized and been moving up in my field. 29 yr old female, 30mg dose. The only negative is if I don't take it for a day or 2 on the weekends then start again is at first it makes me real jittery and makes me go to the bathroom until my bowels are essentially cleaned out, but that's really not a bad thing. Also I love the way it curbs my appetite and keeps me around 115 lbs without even trying(I'm 5'3"). A very pleasant side effect!! I was on 70 mg a couple years ago but I was getting a little too skinny(stable around 106-108 lbs), so decreased the dosage."


"I'd taken Excedrin for years w/some effectiveness & then had a streak where  headaches would return within a day and sought medical attention.  An urgent care doctor prescribed Bubalbital-APAP-Caffeine and I used it as needed for about a year and was happy with the results, but the prescription was running out.  Because the medication was prescribed by an urgent care doctor the prescription couldn't be refilled, so I had to see an internal medicine doctor and he prescribed Sumatriptan.  After taking the medicine today it did eventually take away my visual auras and it seems to block the full on migraine, but I feel kind of crummy with sinus drainage and pressure, grogginess and slight nausea.  Going to try w/pain reliever Naproxen."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I've been on 2 other birth controls. But this one is the worst for me, granted everyone's body is different. This is giving me severe headaches, terrible mood swings and I got my period 3 times this month! On to the next!"


"Not as good as THC but very effective for me. One wants a solution that allows your mind to not constantly be aware of pain. This does the job for me."


"I was desperate for something quick and regret entirely for not reading the reviews first. I took the 2 pills at 4:30pm. By 9:30pm, I felt like I had a possible BM. Sure enough, a soft stool came with no struggling. 20 min later I felt like I couldn't trust a fart if I wanted to. By this time, it was certainly liquidy compared to the previous. I went to bed an hour later, no harm no foul. By 4:30am, I had nausea, cramping, chills and weakness that felt like a severe case of food poisoning.  By 7:30am I finally managed to lay down and pass out again. The nausea and chills lasted most of the day. Yes, the pills worked. But not satisfactorily. For how backed up I was, I expected more BM results - preferably without the awful side affects..."


"I've been on it for a week & man does it work..Within 15-25 minutes I'm going to the restroom 3 or more times. I take it when I know I have nothing to do for at least & hour or 2 because you don't wanna be running errands when it starts to work as you will never make it home or to a restroom in time. I am on pain medication for 4 failed fusion back surgeries & I was drinking miralax 3 times a day as doctor recommended but I couldn't leave the house because I was always running to the bathroom, when taking this pill I can plan days where I take at hours before my errands & it runs its course before I have to go or I'll take it at night when I know I'm staying home the rest of the night..I have had stomach aches & growling stomach..It does give you some withdrawal.."


"I've always sweat a lot, and it's super embarrassing. I couldn't wear light coloured shirts because I'd have giant pit stains, and after a few wears, the shirts would become stained yellow and were basically ruined. It was awful, and I was so self-conscious ALL the time. I've tried every brand of extra strength antiperspirants, and though some work better than others, none worked well enough for me. This works wonders for me. I don't sweat anymore! Something I never thought I'd be able to say. Drysol has been a total life changer for me, and now I'm happy to buy clothing again! I couldn't recommend this product enough. It's wonderful!"


"My experience with the use of Bextra was great! I did not take it on a daily basis . I used it as needed for severe bloating , heavy menstrual cycles and severe pain in my stomach and back. I took one pill during that time of month. Looked as if I lost 20lbs, felt great and was pain free. The medication was given to me as a sample trial from my OBGYN Dr. Not long following my sample pills Bextra was pulled and no longer available for use. This may have been a different result for me, had I taken the medicine daily . Considering that I did not . There was not any side effects to the medication ."


"I have severe COPD that was exacerbated by broncholitis, which landed me in the hospital.  It has really helped reduce the inflammation in my lungs, and I can finally breathe again.  I am on a pretty high IV dose, but they are treating me well.  It certainly has side effects.  My gut is all pooched out, and I gained SEVEN pounds in a week.  Major bloat going on.  Heartburn, too.  It makes me a little hyper, and my skin is sensitive.  I have a back/shoulder ache, but that could be the hospital bed.  I hope the side effects go away when I am off of it, but at least I can breathe again."


"I've been using this drug for over 6 years in combination with Clonodine.  This drug works great but the user needs to be very careful because it will increase your heart rate and needs to be used in combination with another drug.  I currently have a normal blood pressure after many years of high blood pressure."


"I have never gotten a YI, but I decided to get the 3 day tx. Today is my third day and the itchiness and burning is still there! It might be worse than the first 2 times. It's such a horrible, intense burning sensation that starts a couple minutes after insertion. It had me squirming like a worm with my legs clenched together. Not sure if that means it's working but I sure hope it's worth the pain."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Wish I had read these reviews first.  First time doing this.  No warning from the doctor.  It appeared to be a harmless, well-diluted clear liquid.  Casually took a drink and suddenly my mouth is full of troll urine.  Or maple syrup mixed with salty clam water.  15 minutes later and I'm waiting for it to take effect.  Strange sounds emanating from my colon.  I'm afraid."


"I sincerely recommend this product to any individual suffering from hyperhydrosis. All throughout my childhood I suffered from excessive sweating on my scalp and underarms. For those of you who've felt publicly victimized by this condition, you are not alone. WARNING to first time users: I would recommend using the regular 12% or mild 6.5% Aluminum chloride formula initially. I myself initially utilized the extra strong formula which contained 20% Aluminum chloride and during the first night of application I genuinely felt the most excruciating pain I have ever experienced in my entire life! Start off with the less concentrated formulas or start applying small amounts initially and gradually increase the amount being applied. TRUST ME!"


"I have been on Effexor for awhile now I would guess three years. I don't know if it works or not, to be honest. The passed few years have not been normal by any means. I had a lower back fusion in 2009 but bounced back fast and continued my life. Missed a year though of baseball. Then while playing I broke my neck, yes my neck. That ended up also getting fused. My ill advised comeback resulted in three shoulder surgeries and a broken arm. I didn't handle my dreams of being crushed well. Super depressed that I was no longer an athlete. I have bad bad pain every day. I am married with two little kids and I became anxious every morning not knowing if I could play with my kids or not. still have bad anxiety and moderate depression."


"This has worked inside my ears very well. It's not been effective for me on my scalp or back, but works great for my ears!"


"I have been on this for one month. I have progressed up in dosage very quickly due to my lack of control over my depression. I started at 30 mg per day and since my doctor participates in clinical trials, he's aware of how far he can progress with this medication. I am now on 120mg per day, just after a month. It's given me more energy, less appetite, no weight gain. I feel like I can live my life and cope. I temporarily taking it with Klonopin, but hope to be just on Cymbalta soon."


"4 months with viberzi and I am really happy . I just feel bad sometimes when I eat too much junk food ,but is nothing compared to before .
For me is very helpful no side effects at all just the first days"


"pain relief was OK but it caused terrible nausea and headaches after 3 days of taking 10/325 every four hours after shoulder surgery. "


"This is my first time taking metronidazole and first time getting BV. I am supposed to take 2 tablets a day for a week (500 mg). The first few days were fine, I noticed I was beginning to get tired though. The fishy odor went away  by like day 3. By day 4-5, I was beginning to get more symptoms like headaches, dark urine (even though I drink a lot of water), minor upset stomach, trouble focusing, and irritability. By day 6, I was lightheaded, confused, couldn't focus at all, and nausea on top of all the previous symptoms I mentioned. I am not completing this prescription with 2 pills left. I also am a healthy 4'10", 100 lbs, and 21 years old female who only takes medication when it's a last resort."


"I started Phen. About theee weeks ago. Starting weight was 186lbs and im 5"6. Currently im weighing 171lbs. I love my results!! I can see a difference in my clothes already. Im not exercising yet, but i plan to start . Dry mouth is the only con. I also realized in week one that when i took a whole pill in the morning I found myself very hungry in the evening right before bedtime.  The trick i learned was to take a half pill with breakfast and another half with a early lunch to keep my appetite  surpressed all day."


"Hello all

A short story,I had chemical poisoning while working 25 years ago, which caused multiple health conditions causing  Brian Damage and Central and Peripheral nervous system disorders,

The main Problem is debilitating anxiety not caused by the thought process but by Physical damage as the above.

Ultimately after being on most horrific psychotic drugs i found Valium and mirtazapine ( currently on Valium 35mg and mirtazipine 45mg) which calm me down.

Anyway i was recently prescribed Pregabalin at 150mg per day running along with the above drugs,

I cannot stress how much this has changed my life for the better although still in the early days for the first time in 25 years I am a different person,calmer kinder and finally in control."


"When my migraine gets out of control this is the only medicine that kills it. The down side is that I have to go to the ER to get it and sometimes they give you a hard time as they think you are an addict."


"This med is terrible for me. Extreme "head-rushes" when suddenly standing up from kneeling position almost passing out. Shortness of breath, Heart rate at 98-120 beats per minute when calm. Very little, if any change in blood pressure. Sore throat with a slight cough and also a sore back like others are noticing while on this drug. I quit smoking almost a month ago to get healthy and lower blood pressure naturally. I am not comfortable with any of these meds side effects."


"I have been on this medication since the study for it started.  Medicaid covers it totally because I am on Disabilty.  I was taking three 4mg pills.  I now take 12mg pills.  But in my experience it turns me into a zombie so take it only after I am in bed. 1-2 hours after I take my other meds or I get goofy as hell and my partner says I slur like a very drunk person.  But say I am asleep at midnight.  If I wake up before 11:00 am I will be groggy for about 2 hours unless I have breakfast."


"This was a life changer. I'm an RN, and now in administration. I wear a suit everyday. My underarm sweating was a real problem, and the deodorants I used were killing my clothes. Hypercare changed everything. I use it at night. Slight burning, nothing major. I can't live without it."


"I have struggled with my weight for years.  I am 5'7" tall female.  I started taking phentermine on July 13, 2016.  My starting weight (my highest) is 268.  I had lost about 20lbs on my own.  When I talked to my doctor about my problems with my legs and how my weight seemed to have stalled, she recommended this.  I go back next month for my 1 month follow-up.  One thing i noticed is dry mouth.  My goal is to get down to between 160 to 180 by Christmas.  Next week I plan on going to the gym to walk on the treadmill.    Wish me luck."


"I had an okay experience at first, the only positive thing was that my periods were lighter. The cramping was awful though. I constantly had a headache caused from the estrogen levels so they switched me to something not so high. I was on it for 3 months before they switched me to Aviane."


"I was 27 and over weight when I started taking 25mg of atenolol which worked great for about 6yrs but last year age 34, the doctor put me on 50mg which started causing anxiety about once every 2-3 months and lack of sleep. Now age 35 I'm on 75mg and the side effects are weekly migraines, light headed, anxiety, leg pain and jaw pain...don't feel like my self..."


"I wanted to love Mirena, but that was not the case and don't understand why doctors aren't honest about the side effects. I went on Mirena and was very happy since I never got a period, however Im very careful about my figure and knew that there were "rumors" (since my doctor said this was not true) relating  Mirena to weight gain. From the moment I had it inserted I watched what I ate and stuck to a 1300 calorie diet, working out 5 days a week... I still gained 10 pounds in the course of 3 months! I can't imagine what I would of gained had I not been watching what I ate and working out. I just had mine removed, hoping to go back to normal and cursing the day I decided to put that thing in my body!"


"I was prescribed 10mg of this medication for the first month and felt okay, but I still had my bad days. On my 6th week, my doc upped my prescription to 20 mg, and in the week I was on that dosage, my anxiety was through the roof. I went back to my doctor with my symptoms and he put me back down to 10mg with the intent of weening me off of it.

Plus, this makes you kind of emotionless, like a zombie. Even on my good days where I wasn't anxious, I just didn't have the motivation to do anything. I really don't recommend this to anyone. But if it helps you, that's good."


"I had constipation for a few years , My bowel movements was so bad, I use to cry because was in so much pain. I couldn't eat because I was so scared to have a bowel movement, I was always bloated. I finally made a appointment to see a GI specialist, Linzess 290 mcg was prescribe, This capsule change my life on the toilet, I take it every morning on a empty stomach before breakfast with a glass of water. Before I was introduce to Linzess , I use laxative teas , stool softners, otc laxative nothing, changed diet ate fiber, fruits, had glasses of water nothing. This medication work for me."


"After I take 25 mg tenormin and avapro 75mg my heartbeat is better"


"I love this medication.  I have been on Contrave for  2 weeks and have lost 7lbs. The only side effect I have had is the dry mouth, but I can live with that.  I highly recommend this drug."


"Ordered from online pharmacy as my Dr in the UK would not prescribe it.
Having suffered with Rosacea for nearly 15 years using different treatments I was fed up and after research decided to treat myself based on demodex mite theory.
I wash face with dove sensative soap and lukewarm water and after drying with paper towel apply a thin film to problem areas in may case cheeks and nose.
Only been using 2 weeks and after a couple of initial flare ups in first 10 days (possible reaction to mite die off and associated bacteria) things definitely seem to be getting noticeably better so really pleased just hope it continues.
I also changed my pillows and pillowcases I sleep on to help."


"I've been using antidepressants for quite a few years now. I seem to have gone through the entire list of antidepressants. My latest script is Escitalopram Tabs, 10mg. We recently added Abilify and this Deplin Caps, 15mg. I've been feeling a bit better. One of these two give me an awful case of Heartburn! Painful it is. I'll mention it during my next appointment.
Now, as before, I can't watch anything with intense emotions as I'll breakdown and start crying. At age 52 I find it  a bit annoying. Before I added these last two medicines I found myself crying more frequent than not. The movie "UP" really freaked me out. Anyway I'm disabled with intractable pain. That's what started all the depression stuff."


"I switched to 300 mg oxcarbazepine twice daily from 15 mg Abilify daily to treat my Bipolar disorder after experiencing an uncontrollable appetite, astronomical weight gain, and constant fatigue. Since beginning this medicine I have seen a drastic improvement in my daily emotional state, mood, and level of energy. I love it and have never had better results from any other medication. The one side effect I can say I've experienced is a lightheadedness a couple times after standing up too quickly but since increasing my sodium intake and drinking more water, it hasn't happened again. Outside of that, I have nothing negative to say about this medication. It has been a definite life-saver for me."


"Keeps my moods within a normal range.  It allows me to experience sad feelings and happy feelings Does not leave me with a blank face or blank feelings, like other antidepressants did."


"Unusual medication, but works fast and effectively, totally removing gout symptoms."


"For me this was the worst control ever. I got this implanted after I had my daughter she is 15 mouths so about 14 months now. This is the worst thing that ever happened to me. I was 128lb post partum and I am now 150 and I'm only 4"11 so I look huge. I have always been small. My vision is effected, no desire to have sex even tho I love sex. Mood swings I'm always crying or angry. I'm always in a fog. Sometimes I feel like I'm not even living. I'm very tired. In order to do anything I have to drink and energy drink and I'm so fatigued that the energy drink only makes me feel like I'm well rested not jacked up on energy. When I get a peroid it is crazy long. Works for some but its not worth the side effects."


"At home my blood pressure was 127/80, but at the doctor I have 146/90 every visit. Doctor disregarded home readings and put me on 5 mg of lisinopril.
I started having trouble finishing my daily exercise routine, developed a cough, and my bp shot up to 171/119. I have anxiety without meds and I  became more anxious than I've ever been.
I went back to my doctor who accused me of lying about the previous home readings, prescribed me a higher dose of lisinopril and sent me to the ER. ER did an EKG, said I was fine and sent me home.
The higher dose now is still resulting in a higher BP, with the addition of terrible headaches. I do not think I will consent to this medication again when I see my doctor in a few days"


"A 150mg tablet twice daily does a very effective job of calming down stomach acid and acid reflux."


"Over 5 years I gained 56 lbs. I have spent half of the last 5 years on a diet, tracked calories on MFP, and still couldn't budge my weight unless I ate less than 800-900 calories- I will gain weight at 1200.  I'm 6'1" and weighed 205.9 after the holidays (yikes). Until May I faithfully ate 800 calories a day. I got down to 197- seriously! What a joke!? In July, I tested bordeline hypothyroid and started Iodine and Phentermine. I took 37.5 mg for 2 weeks and lost 15 lbs. Went off the med and settled in at 185 lbs (+3 lbs) for the next month. Just started the 37.5 mg again 3 days ago, and I'm down to 181! Side effects- a little dry mouth. I dont feel extra energy. Remember to supplement your electrolytes to prevent cramping!!!!"


"I started this 4 weeks ago. I was originally on Paxil but I was tired of its side effects. My doctor switched me to Wellbutrin after also trying Cipralex, Effexor and Zoloft.  It works great. I had almost no side effects when I started it (I did with every other medicine). It does increase anxiety for me though. Wellbutrin gives me more energy and makes me feel alive again. Because of the energy, I work out now which helps counter act the anxiety. It did not increase my sex drive BUT it made me normal. (Paxil made it so I wouldn't even let my husband touch me). I have lost the weight that Paxil made me gain and then some! I would recommend it to people for sure but if you have bad anxiety like I do, try being really active as well."


"My doctor noticed that the other medication that I was on was not working well and had me start Brintellix (10 mg per day) from samples he had. There was a direct transition from the other medicine to this one - no tapering off or anything like that. After just a few days, the medicine and I apparently agreed that it would work for me. The side effects that I have are mild headache and sometimes loose stool - to be polite. I'm excited about this one. Big differences in a short time."


"I been on paroxtine for 3 months and i love it i call it my happy pills. Taking for anxiety and premenopause symptoms.  Paroxetine help me alot i feel like a new person. First week was rough. headaches after the first week i was feeling good. I take them at night which fits my schedule. Everyone is different. If your on paroxetine and only suffer with minor side effects. Stick with them the side effects go away."


"Mentally, I had no hallelujah moment. My slow and steady upward climb could be Wellbutrin and/or therapy. I began with 150 XL, moved up to 300 XL, began developing rashes, and so I moved back down to 150 XL.

Within a month of taking 150 XL, I had transient weird and sharp pains in my right thumb. It was located just under the thumbnail, in the "corner" closest to the palm and the rest of the fingers. It started slowly, and got much worse. It hurt in the morning, after eating, after exercising, and when I was cold (or too hot). I had several MRIs, tumor diagnoses, and surgeries which did not fix the sometimes crippling pain. I stopped taking Wellbutrin recently and the pain has already subsided substantially.  The more you know."


"This drug took me out of a downward spiraling mixed episode, for that I'm thankful.  However, being BiPolar II, the initial dosage of 1750 mg. which was never recommended to lower after its effectiveness had been reached, almost put me right back to where I was.  I wouldn't recommend this drug if you're on the depressive side of BiPolar, or for any length of time/dosage that the medication isn't even recommended to be used for.  I've since switched to Lamictal, will see how it goes."


"Took my first .4 mg capsule last night. Woke up a lot with a stuffy nose. Got up this AM, was a little dizzy, MASSIVE headache, stuffy/runny nose. I don't notice any urinary improvement (does that take time??) This headache! Ugh!"


"It helps a ton for anxiety. :)"


"I'm 23 y/o, never been pregnant/given birth. Had Paragard for 3 years and I'm so done with it. What's the point of being on birth control if I can't even have sex because I'm bleeding all the time? I can rarely have sex with my boyfriend of 4.5 years—sometimes when I think I'm done bleeding, we start having sex and then I start to bleed and it ruins the mood, so we stop. Before IUD, my periods lasted 5 days, now they last 7 days + I have HEAVY spotting almost the entire month. I've also experienced EXTREMELY painful cramps throughout 3 years (& I have a high pain tolerance) & the cramps did NOT "just last a couple weeks after getting it inserted"—it happened for years. On the bright side, it requires no maintenance & I never got pregnant."


"I feel better. But I feel that I can't focus.  As well my left side of my face is tingling. I going to stop and call my doctor.  This is not the first I taking this medication and never had this side effect."


"I've never really been a pill taker but after 2 kids and heavy flow I decided to take something and this is what the doctor gave me.  My legs and arms fall to sleep my vision is blurred I have terrible headaches and my mom is crazy.  How can you take this mess with kids and still be able to function.  Needless to say I will stop taking them!"


"Best birth control pill I've ever used. I had some side effects in the first month but now I feel great!"


"I also have 2 benign tumours on my S1 and Coccyx. I've been on Tramadol for 2 yrs giving some temporary relief, it also helped me out of bed in the morning. I was put on Gabapentin about 8 months ago. It's been slowly titrated up, I hadn't really felt any relief until I hit the dosage of 900mgs X 3 daily- with my doctor wanting to take me off Tramadol I felt I had no choice but to up my doses. I've gained 45 lbs in the last year and I pretty much have to starve myself to lose a couple of pounds. Do I put up with the weight gain and some relief or switch drugs?  I'm in Alberta, getting a new doctor is almost impossible. I was told to hang on by friends- but for how long?"


"I think this is a great, low-dose form of birth control which is excellent for women (myself included) who were at first cautious about the use of hormones and but not quite ready for an IUD. You must be comfortable inserting it into your vagina and taking it out. It can be removed during sex for up to three hours, but if you are taking it out daily, multiple times per day, another form of birth control might be good for you. Side effects: tender breasts, breast growth. No mood swings for me. Some cramping around my period that is mild and lasting longer than it used to when I was not on hormones. All in all I highly recommend Nuvaring. My partner does not feel it. Oh, the progestin also increases cervical mucus which provides more lube."


"So I started Yasmin on December 29, 2016 & began taking it regularly at 7:30PM to avoid unwanted nausea that's often reported by women who take it early in the morning. The first week was fine, the second week made me awfully depressed but I noticed clearer skin, and the third week brought along frequent urination which frightened me bc thats a symptom of pregnancy. But then with some online research, I found out that Yasmin definitely has a diuretic side effect that causes frequent urination. Instead of retaining the water (which causes bloating), frequent urination assisted in preventing bloating. In the third week, I had withdrawal bleeding 3 days into the inactive pills, which last about 5 days."


"I am presently in hospital and have been put on Seroquel XR.  As previously commented, the low dosages cause lethargy and sleepiness.  However, I am not nearly as suicidal as I was, I have hope for the future and have not been on for more than a few days.  I am optimistic that once I have reached the proper dosage that I will once again enjoy life as I once did.  Paxil, Effexor and a number of other antidepressants worsened by symptoms over time and/or never did do much for the depressive symptoms in the first place.  This medicine is worth trying if you are extremely depressed or suicidal."


"This is a miracle med its helped with the hallucinations and the paranoia"


"I have had panic attacks and anxiety since my teens (appx 30 years now). When I was younger the doctor prescribed .25 mg xanax and it did nothing for me as a teenager. I didnt take more than a few dosages. Over the years the panic attacks have been become more severe and interfere with my health and life. I decided to introduce xanax back into my life. I have been taking it as needed for 1.5 years. It is not need everyday. Sometimes I take .50mg.. Sometimes I might need 1mg for the entire day. It has saved my life. I am currently working on biofeedback and CBT to better manage the ups and downs. I tried two SSRIs and lets just say they made things alot worse. Prozac was awful. Xanax works with the right doctor and therapy. You are not alone"


"I originally started taking Aviane about 7 months ago because i had pretty bad acne.
After about 2 months on this pill my face had cleared up COMPLETLEY. I would get maybe one or two little pimples about two days before my period would come, but other then that I had nothing (which was really nice for me since I've been struggling with acne since the 7th grade). Besides that I had no weight gain, no cramps. My period was a little irregular for the first couple months, but it got regulated, and they are great, light and only 3 days. I have tried other birth control pills including Orthro Tri-Cyclen, Mononessa and Previfem, but this one by far has worked the best for me."


"Nucynta improves my quality of life.  I am able to get many things done around the house, coach my baseball team, live normally without having to lay in bed for hours/days due to the pain in my lower back.

I am disappointed that my back is getting worse, but very pleased that this medicine has given me a better quality of life.  My kids love that I can even jump on the trampoline with them.

Thank you Nucynta chemists!"


"I have been ill with constipation most of my life but in pregnancy its been very extreme. And in stead of helping (I'm on day 3 of using senna) all its done is give me sickness and severe heartburn"


"I have been taking Contrave for since 01/19 and have lost 11 lbs.  My only side effects have been mild constipation and a occasional shakiness mostly in the mornings but other than that I feel great.  I have cut all bread and sweets from my diet and walking at least 4-5 days a week.  Before cutting out the bread and sweets I had pain in my knees and other joints but the pain has subsided.  Contrave has given me the willpower to make better food choices.  It costs me around $90 but compared to the health benefits of losing this weight it's worth it!"


"My son is 7 and has been taking Enbrel for a year and a half along with methotrexate.  He is doing remarkably! Before the medication he literally had to crawl because the pain was so bad in his ankles.  After only one shot of Enbrel he is able to run and play like a normal child! Unbelievable!  Thank goodness for Enbrel!"


"It took around 6 weeks before, I for sure could tell it improved the quality of life. It has stopped me from having a surgery I didn't want to do.  I have noticed no side effects at all."


"I have been taking 5mcg of Byetta for a month now. I have lost 19 pounds. I take it about 10 minutes before my meal in the noon and also in the evening. I feel great!!! I have begin to feel like Im not loosing as much, so I am going to ask my MD next week if she will raise me to 10mcg.....This has been a miracal drug to me!!! I also only eat low carbs, and dring water or diet drinks....Thanks Byetta!!!"


"I got the implant March 10, 2017 and got it removed April 4th, 2017. I know this was a short amount of time but I needed to have it removed because it was really messing with my mental health. I can deal with the physical side affects of it but once it starts messing with my mental health this badly I needed out. I am graduating college in May and I thought it was the stress of that that was causing me to act way differently than I usually am but I have had anxiety/depression and it was like this or worse. I know myself/body well enough to know something was wrong with me. As soon as it was removed I felt 1,000 better even in that short amount of time I had it. I started the pill know and hope that it works out better for me."


"Was on this for about 3 months, normally the time frame for deciding whether or not your body reacts well to a medication. Periods were fine and normal, lasted about 5 days, light to moderate. Still got cramps around the second day and acne about a week or so prior to my period. I started to get inter-menstrual cramping and sharp pain in between periods. Normally if I miss a pill, or few, I can take them all, up to 4, shit happens, and be fine. With this I felt really sick and crampy if I took more than 2. I gained about 15lbs in 3 months, but I also had moved across country and started a new desk job, so cant account that all to the medication. No mood swings or headaches. Definitely increased discharge though."


"LOVE this medicine. I have been clinically obese for years. Belviq controls my appetite, where I no longer have a urge to eat uncontrollably. I can resist the temptation. Thanks Belviq."


"I wanted to share my experience because when I first started taking Lexapro I read these boards daily searching for hope. I have always had anxiety but it was not until this summer that I started experiencing physical symptoms, I was constantly nauseous, often felt dizzy, and my heart would flutter in my chest non stop. I thought I was losing my mind and going crazy.  This led to depression and a feeling of hopelessness. I went to the doctor and had every test in the book done and nothing was wrong. I was then prescribed Lexapro and the first couple weeks were rough.I started on 5mgs for two weeks and during that time I was also taking .25 Xanax a day while I got used to the Lexapro.I am now two months into 10 mg and have never felt better!"


"I spoke with my doctor about constipation I am having on this diet. He walked me in the supply closet and handed me a sample of Linzess. I go to my desk and sit and start working away, about 30 minutes later my life would be forever changed. This medicine was made in the deepest, fiery depths of hell, this was a nuclear bomb I just swallowed. I am sure of it. As I am sitting at my desk and feel my stomach wrenching and bending as if someone was hand washing my colon, every inch of it, then the sweat, as if I had just ran a half mile marathon in record time. I am sitting at my desk still thinking it could not be this medicine I literally just took it 34 minutes ago I kept thinking. How can one pill in 34 minutes solve a lifelong problem? I will tell you how because satan himself is in this capsule. I immediately run to the bathroom because once again someone is hand washing every inch of my intestine..Oh Lord make the pain go away, and then he answered...The gates to hell opened up and it all began, I sat in a bathroom all day in periodic episodes for a total of 23 times. Please friends beware, I have warned you don't trust a medicine that can cure a lifelong problem in 30 minutes. I even heard my physician do a evil giggle as I scurried into the bathroom. I truly believe it was payback for my extended lunches."


"This is my very first time taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen, and I love it! I asked my doctor for a good birth control pill that worked with acne, cramps, and periods so she suggested this! At first I thought about switching because my acne got terrible, (worse than ever) and I didn't have a period for 2 months. I gave my body sometime on it and turns out this pill is amazing! I no longer deal with bad acne or acne at all! During my time of month I will get a couple pimples but nothing to dramatic! I'm also using Clinique acne solutions face wash, toner, mosturizer and mask. IF YOU ARE WANTING TO SWITCH PLEASE DON'T. Let your body get used to the pill before you act on it. I am on month 2 and periods last 2-3 days, and I hardly ever get acne!"


"Needed something for severe anxiety and this worked really well at first. I was amazed at how well it worked for the first month and then it all went downhill from there which is strange because I have read it takes a month to work in some people. Was taking 2 doses a day and it worked great but it was short lived. Tried 3 doses a day and that only made it worse. Just felt horrible on it after a couple of months. Maybe it will  work for you but it was not for me"


"This is my 4th time time taking this pill, Have not got pregnant yet. My husband usually buys it 3-5 hours after having sex. I did not get my regular period.... But I did  get brown spotting a week or two later.  2-4 weeks later my regular period came on. $60 might seem like a lot but it beats paying for a million dollar baby :) it's worth the money"


"Update: Going into my fifth month on Sprintec. It works fine - my period is right on schedule and very light; no serious side effects. My mood dips around my period, but that's not new for me (happened prior to taking BCP too). Nonetheless I hate this medication. I hate how it makes me retain water constantly, to the point of physical discomfort around the last two weeks of active pills. I hate how sluggish it makes my body feel. I hate how it screws around with my GI tract. It could just be weather changes, but now I'm getting a lot of headaches (which hasn't happened before this month).

Don't let this scare you; If you have to be on BCP, Sprintec gets the job done. Personally though, I'm getting off this pill as soon as humanly possible."


"Tasted strangely like an old Sweet Tart candy.  I would not recommend putting it into anything other than water. "


"The first day of taking this medicine I was fine, actually it made my throat feel even better. It was the next day that scared me . Up until now I thought I wasn't allergic to anything (especially medicine), turns out was completely wrong. At first it just started with a stuffy nose but than it started to get worse as time went by, my chest started to become tight and my throat felt like it become a bit swollen again, combining all of this it was a little hard to breath. I first thought it was the pain medication I was taking along with this antibiotic so I stop taking it and I did became a bit better. It was my next dose that proved me wrong. I woken up to not only trembling nonstop (with numbness) but finding it very hard to breath."


"Started Trilipix about one month ago, experiencing unbelievable pain in ankle areas having trouble walking.  Contacting physician today regarding pain.  Suspect pain is related to this drug."


"Been on Paxil for about 13 years up to 40 mg a day. If I miss a pill or two start to get like electric shocks through my body, so make sure you take them daily.  Still have Xanax as back up. Sometimes wonder if the Paxil works good enough. Lately stress level is so high and life events are just driving me crazy."


"I did a review on Xulane 8 months ago. I was taking the Ortho Evra patch and had to switch to Xulane due to it being discontinued. When I did my review, I was on the patch for 1 month. The patch is still very convenient. Increase is sex drive, no vaginal dryness, and light periods - no cramping. I am starting to get headaches for the past month. Seeing its a side effect of this medication (never got them before ) hoping they go away. Other than that, no complaints."


"I tried it today cause I’ve been getting really bad migraines and I tried it expecting it to work but instead I got bad side effects neck is tighten and I also have a severe migraine really disappointed and going to speak to my doctor about finding me something else never taking it again..."


"My 20 year old Son has been on Accutane for two months after long struggle with cystic acne. Is on 40mg daily. He had a horrible breakout after taking it for a month that he couldn't attend school for two weeks because of comments at school. His acne was at its worst. Now its two months on it and looks better but not best. He still has breakouts on chin, forehead and around nose but not as before. Old cystic breakouts (big pus filled bumps) are clearing but slowly especially around nose and sides of chin. Side effects are dry lips, face and eyes but is comfortable with Cetaphil cleanser and moisturizer. He plays soccer almost everyday and not experiencing problems so far."


"loss of sense of smell"


"Quick Results, this is my second time taking Flaygl, it last for like 2 months first time around, but every time I have sex protected or not, my Ph becomes unbalanced again. This time around I just feel a lil nausea."


"I took Ortho Tri- Cyclen for symptoms of ovarian cysts.  These symptoms included spotting and/or bleeding when it wasn't time for  my period and periods every 3 weeks (21 days), instead of every 28 or so.  So basically, some sort of bleeding was going on almost constantly!  After a period of about 4-5 months, my symptoms became less severe, the spotting stopped and my periods became less frequent.  However, I experienced severe cramping and longer and heavier periods while I was taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen.  So in some ways it helped the symptoms I had experienced before taking it, but it also created some new symptoms in the year that I took it."


"In 2007 I decided once and for all to quit smoking. I had been smoking for 40 years and had enough. Although I said that before, this time was different. I was more in tune with myself, physically, emotionally and hoping a better healthy lifestyle was my answer. Maybe I am different because I never suffered any side effects but the only side real effect was that whenever I smell someone smoking I want to get away as fast as I can. The smell is atrocious, I know I threw out all my old clothes and bought all new never having to have that smell in my closets. I have been smoke free going into my 9th year now and feel so much better in that I made one of the best decisions of my life. That was to quit smoking using Chantix. Thank you, Gil Haag"


"I have been off and on Byetta for about 2 years.  I had issues with vomiting and not being able to tolerate the 10mg.  Finally I found the answer.  My doctor said to take the injection then wait 1 full hour to eat, and not to eat more than a very very small portion of food. I have not had any upset stomach doing this. I thought it was because of what I ate, like salad dressing or greasy foods, but it was the amount of food that I ate that was making me sick.  I haven't been sick this round of using the medicines, using this method and feeling very full after just a few bites of food.  Try limiting your food intake to relieve stomach upset."


"I am in my late 20's and was recommended for an early first colonoscopy. I was prescribed Suprep for my pre-procedure prep. I've heard horror stories about colonoscopy prep so I went searching, and needless to say I wasn't so happy with what I found. Luckily, everything I read didn't seem to apply to me. Suprep was super easy. I just mixed it with some cold berry propel water and drank it down. It honestly didn't even really taste that bad. Kind of like...I don't know, Smirnoff Ice? After drinking that you just have to drink water. I had little to no bloating or abdominal pain on either dose. I just had my colonoscopy at 830 this morning and I'm already home and working. All is well :). Prep was easy, colonoscopy was easy. Happy customer!"


"I really wanted to give this medicine a chance but I can't do it anymore after just a few hours. Within two hours I felt so tired, I laid down for a nap. My right arm went numb, then I woke up with my whole body numb. Got up to walk to the bathroom and felt light-headed. Now it is six hours later and I feel angry and agitated, like I hate my family. I feel like leaving everything behind. I was perfectly fine this morning. I ended up flushing the thing down the toilet! This thing has only made me feel like rubbish, and I would just rather NOT have sex than use anything like this again!"


"19 weeks pregnant, got told I had a UTI. I was prescribed this medicine, take it every 12 hours for 10 days. It did not work at all. Still dealing with all UTI symptoms."


"I have suffered with getting cold sores since I was a kid never bothered me until a few years ago i began getting them as soon as one would heal another would form.  So I talked to my DR. and he prescribed Valtrex.  It was amazing as soon as you get the tingle of the cold sore take Valtrex and the cold sore raises a little but the blister never forms.  I can not say enough about how it also has changed on the frequency as to how often i get them now.  maybe every 6 months to a year between outbreaks."


"This is wonderful. I suffered from generalized anxiety for two and a half years. Eventually I slipped into severe depression, probably resulting from the chronic anxiety I was dealing with for so long. I have been on Cymbalta 60mg for a little over a month and I feel better than I ever have before. Before Cymbalta, I was on Paxil and Lexapro, which both did more harm than good. On Cymbalta I finally feel normal and my sleep has improved so much. I was a chronic insomniac and now I can usually sleep whenever I feel like it. I am so lucky that my psychiatrist decided to try me on this medicine. I would recommend trying this medicine to anyone suffering from anxiety & depression."


"The idea of this is great. I got mine put in on July 24,14 & taken out Jan 19,15. I get sick with pill birth control & recently moved to Florida so I got it put in. I had no bleeding for 2 months then all of a sudden it never stopped. I was miserable and depressed with always bleeding and never being able to be intimate. I have friends with great experiences but this wasn't the case for me. They put me on birth control pills to help the bleeding it helped until the pills ran out. Ultimately after 2 months of constant bleeding I went in to a different doctor becuase I'm now out of the state I got it put in just for a consultation and she immediately offered to take it out."


"I have had major stomach issues all of my life and nothing would help me get rid of my chronic constipation except dulcolax and mirolax so when I read some of these reviews I was very confused! Ive never had any problems with dulcolax except that it takes around 15-18 hours to work for me. I take two pills when I feel like I really need a BM and one if I start feeling a little constipated. Ive never had cramping, diarrhea, vomiting, or any other  over dose symptoms. The only laxative I believe to be better is mirolax but you have to have it everyday for it to work."


"I'm 39 yrs young 140 lbs I have severe acid reflux . I was having a hard time eating everything . I started taking Zantac 150mg , one tablet a day . Only thing I regret is not taking it sooner . Now , I can eat more than one small meal a day without being in pain ."


"After taking Zoloft (50 mg) for only a few days, I feel incredibly lucky to have had such a positive experience with it. For about an hour after I take it I get stomach cramps that resemble menstrual cramps, but after that I go into a really positive mood and I just want to tell everybody how much I appreciate them. I don't get sick from overthinking minor details anymore and all of my emotions feel more stable and controllable. I'm experiencing slight restlessness and difficulty falling asleep, but I'm taking that as a positive, as I feel like I got my energy back. I do clench my jaw at night now though. I have no appetite and I'm losing weight, but I used to overeat due to anxiety so I don't mind it. I never thought I could be this happy."


"I was on methadone for 10 yrs quitting cold turkey at 80mg in Dec 2015. I lasted about 4 days then started using heroin again. Jan 2 I went into detox, got out the 10th and was still in wds from the methadone. Went 3 weeks struggling really bad, started shooting again then finally gave suboxone a try 1 week ago. I feel amazing besides the constant sweats I get. Methadone withdrawal is the worst wd I ever experienced. I know I'm not looking to come off suboxone. I know for me that I will always need "something". If I can take a legally prescribed medication that will help me not to shoot heroin and make my life unmanageable then I will continue to take it. So far suboxone has done good by me, why would I stop it."


"I was diagnosed with major depression after years of dealing with terrible Rheumatoid arthritis that has limited my mobility. My doctor prescribed me 3 different antidepressants and after Cymbalta gave me head zaps and my anxiety was causing panic attacks he switched me to Trintellix. I started on the 5 mg while I was weaning off 60 mgs of Cymbalta. The nausea was so bad. I would like to think I have a pretty strong stomach but this med made me sick like when I was pregnant. I stuck with it and 3 weeks in at 10 mgs I feel fantastic! I'm so glad I stuck with it!! I'm laughing again and my motivation is incredible! It was so worth it! If you're debating it stick with it through the nausea to see if it works for you. Im truly thankful!!"


"I'm going on 3 months with Kyleena.  I'm 32 with 2 kids. Insertion was a very short-lived pinching pain. But I took ibuprofen beforehand. So far I've experienced pretty consistent spotting (can't wait to not HAVE to wear a panty liner everyday)  minor back breakouts, 5 lb weight gain, and it seems that this past month I've had 2 periods- each lasting 6 days (2 days longer than usual). I get infrequent split second sharp uterine pains that come out of no where. Overall, I can't say that it has been horrible. I do think that the hormones have helped me get out of my pregnancy fog and has helped control my emotions. So that's awesome! I will give it a solid 6 months before I can make my final conclusion about Kyleena, but so far so good!"


"I've been on Depo-Provera for 2 years this month. It was great! Had little to no periods, light spotting for a week before I had gotten my next shot. Didn't have to worry about taking pills daily. I had no side effects at all. I was actually losing weight. But, the last shot I had back in March, they informed me that there was a new type of Depo, formula, that took place of the Depo that my body was used to. Ever since then, my period has been not stopped. I gained 20 pounds in one week of water weight. My cramps has been terrible to where I can't eat. I feel as though I'm pregnant at all times. I go Tuesday to either get checked to see if I need to be off it. Anyone else experienced this since they've changed it?"


"My husband and I have been TTC this time around for nearly two years. I just finished my second month of Clomid.  I ovulated on the first and second months, but have not gotten pregnant. We are taking a month off from the medication because it has caused us to feel stressed.  I'm reading a lot of success stories on here, so I'm hopeful that it will work for us. My doctor will only allow me to be on the medication for 3 cycles before she refers us to a specialist."


"Tried this medicine for the first time about 4 days ago. After been on clonazepam

My doctor thought zoloft 100mg  would be good for me. And ooooo boy when i tell you it made me feel my anxiety to the 10th power. I was all emotional couldn't sleep or eat then my chest felt like i had bricks seating there. All i can say is my experience with zoloft was not fun at all. Im still trying to recover from that one pill i took."


"Well this medication improved my mood related to possible social anxiety but on the 3 day of taking I had some psychosis related side effects in aggravation then started to get very hyper but depressed bad experience"


"I'm 21, a male, and I can't tell you how much Xanax has given me my life back. I was so consumed with panic attacks and, when I'd have one, I'd suffer the most terrifying symptoms (severe vertigo, shakiness all over my body, high blood pressure, racing thoughts, faintness, tunnel vision, and an overall feeling of doom. I thought I was going to die. The anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks controlled my life. But now it's the other way around! Taking one 0.5 mg tablet immediately stops a panic attack in its tracks. Not only does Xanax take away my anxiety, but it "cleanses" my mind, body, and puts me back on track. It's changed my life so positively. No side effects or addiction. I can finally LIVE now!"


"This medicine is a miracle.  Sore clears up within 3 days and faster when I take as soon as I see on-set of sore.  I take 2-500mg on first dose and one as directed.  Do not hesitate having these on hand in case a flare up occurs.  Unbelievable and I pass this info on to others I know and they are so grateful."


"I have taken many things for my pain. I have had a level 3 spinal fusion and need more back surgery. My doctor gave me Opana and kept me on my oxycodone for break through pain. What a huge relief and not only that but the Opana did not give me that high feeling and I'm able to get around like a human again. I have to say the Opana gave me at least 8 hrs of relief and I was able to sleep and get up the next morning and move, where as before I woke up so stiff, sore and could hardly move."


"Had surgical menopause and started this two weeks before surgery.  I am now two weeks past surgery and have not experienced a single hot flash or any other menopause symptom.  I sleep great and feel much more calm.  It did make me tired for the first week and have brain fog, but that passed."


"For two year (09' 10') we were trying to figure out why my knee hurt so bad. Over the two years it moved into my whole body! I had seen 5 doctors but they had no idea and gave me guidelines of what I could not do. Which made the RA flare up worse. On Dec. 8, 10 I was at school (I am not one to complain about pain) and I broke down crying. My rheumatoid arthritis had gotten so bad in my back that it started shuting down my SNS and I could not walk. I had to have my friends carry me to the school office. My parents stayed home with me for a week because I could not move without someone. We were able to get in to see a pediatric rheumatologist on Dec. 15 10. That day I was dianosed with the disease. This is the first medicine that has helped."


"I have nothing but amazing things to say about Pristiq. I went through a 5-year toxic relationship, lost everything including myself, tried to rebuild my life after leaving him but could not stop feeling 'heavy'. Felt numb. Had anxiety, could not sleep and pretty much felt like I was living in the dark. Went to see doc, started with 50 - no side effects so after 2 weeks he upped to 100mg and after three weeks I started to feel better and after a month I was truly amazed. Its been just over three months and I feel better than ever. I can't believe I suffered for so long.  Sometimes, despite our best efforts, it just isn't enough! Best thing I ever did for myself. Thank god for health benefits! Its expensive!"


"I have been taking Zoloft for 8 weeks and the result has been amazing. The beginning was rocky with nausea, heavy head and fatigue, but it gets better. I am more confident, better at my job, I enjoy socializing far more, my relationship is saved and I generally feel more balanced.
I have had anxiety since childhood and struck depression in late teens, am now 27. Not sure how long I will or should take Zoloft, but I am hugely relieved.
"


"Xyrem does help me get rested enough so my daytime sleepiness is less.. And definitely helps with cataplexy. However, I just restarted it 5 days ago and I have experienced nausea, headache, sweating.. I really hope it subsides the longer I'm taking it."


"I'm 23 and have tried just about every ADHD medication out there. I've been on Vyvanse for some time now and it's great! I have energy, I can focus at work and school. It lasts the entire day and then some. The only drawback is you won't eat. You'll be hungry your stomach will growl but you can't eat. Sleeping is tough because it's a stimulant so I was put on sleep meds to help. You might have a jittery feeling and increased heart rate at first. It takes about an hour or so to kick in but it's a fantastic medicine. It's also very powerful. All you gotta do is NOT take it past 2pm at absolute LATEST or you'll lie awake forever in bed. Eat prior to ingesting because you won't eat later. It's great, try it!"


"The first time I was aware of the existence of this drug, a gastroenterologist gave it to me for sharp stomach pain. The cause was idiopathic and/or overdetermined by a variety of problems, especially some damage to the hypothalamus.

That was in 2001, and worked IMMEDIATELY. Stomach pain? Gone. Only had about a 2-week supply and stopped with no ill effects. In fact, it perked up my mood! I always remembered that this was the drug that solved a serious pain problem.

In 2015, I had severe anxiety & my appetite was completely gone. I knew what I needed. The psych. gave me Elavil, even though he was inclined toward Effexor. I ate! I felt good again. I am still on it. I am concerned re: withdrawal. Short-term use recommended if possible."


"I had terrible, terrible side effects.- went into seizure, whole body paralysis, nearly died, They should ban this drug !"


"I'm 18 and on the 2nd month of this pill and I love it. I was taking Minastrin 24 last year and it was horrible. I've had no side effects from lo lo except bigger boobs. My period has come on time for the past 2 months and it's light although I still have cramping but maybe that'll go away. Does its job"


"I have anxiety disorder but I take it to sleep. It works very well to get a good night's sleep. One 50 mg pill at bedtime."


"This medicine has changed my life.  For years, before I was diagnosed... I had no clue what it was like to live with a clear head.  I'm able to think and act more rationally.  The way I've always wanted to and never could.  This medicine solidifies for me that treatment CAN WORK.  Changed my life.  I'm a happy girl. (and not just when I try to be)."


"My daughter was given this injection for Gonorrhea the injection was very painful it caused nausea, but she does feel a lot better no more dark color urine or smelly discharge it works"


"Patches always fell off and gum tastes like Tabasco mixed with ashes...  but I tried nicotrol and made it 6 weeks and was fine...  it was like not even trying and I smoked 1.5 to 2 packs for 18+ years.

I also love how they know how smokers are so they have the case etc to make it easy and no stupid vape crap.  I keep the 3rd month just in case but never touched it and ended up tossing it...

The key is you want to quit and not others forcing you and  YOU are ready then try this since it comes a month at a time and I spent 50 a month which was what a week used to be..  so no reason not to try

since 2009 I been smoke free and I watch people who do want to quit struggle vaping and never quit. use this and save your lungs/money"


"I started having panic attacks at age 10, always been a struggle, then started having really bad bouts of depression.  Things got to stage where I was just so tired of being scared all the time and finding it hard to function. I've been on many antidepressants through the years,   Lexapro I had been in for over 10 years,  phych weaned me off and put me on Effexor.   I actually can't believe this. It's only day 2 On 37.5mg to be increased to 75 next week,  but I swear I feel a calmness I haven't felt before, surely after 2 days I'm thinking this can't be right, but after reading some reviews I can see that others have had relief in a short time from this medicine. No side effects. Just feel calm. Feeling hopeful"


"Treximet works for me and nothing else has!  The only weird side effect I get is sensitive skin...like if I take a shower or bath after taking Treximet, the water just burns my skin.  Or even if I wash my hands with hot water.  But it is a very small price to pay to get rid if the migraines.  Very reliable!"


"I've had chronic constipation and IBS for six years.  When I was first given this drug it was stronger than I needed, and caused severe cramping with gas.

Later, when nothing else worked, I was given it again, and I learned to take it at bedtime, so that I don't notice the cramping.  It's just one of many medicines I take, but my body can't expel without it.

I have developed hypoglycemia, and found on an MRI that I also have a spastic colon, so I think we're about to make some trial changes, but I'm not sure I would be alive without amitiza.

My insurance only pays a portion, but I use the online coupons to make it affordable."


"I have been Epiduo for about a month now and I have to say it is the most gentle acne med I have ever been on. I was expecting the horror stories of flaking and dry skin that I have read about and I have had zero irritation since using it. Overall, it seems to work well but I don't think it can tackle my severe nodular cystic acne so I think I will have to go back on Accutane sadly. Please don't let people scare you away from trying this med though, if  I didn't have these huge cysts I would rate this a 10 but as most people know, topical can do little for cystic acne which is not this meds fault. Overall, my skin is super smooth and I would highly suggest this medication."


"Love. It has literally changed my life. It took until week three to really feel that control over food but it has been over 2 months now. I have no desire for anything really. I have complete control over what I eat. I used to plan what I was going to eat and when. I would eat 3-4 pieces of pizza. I still will eat a slice, maybe two, but it depends on whether or not I have eaten healthy the rest of the day. I am down 23 pounds in 9 weeks, and I went on an 11 day vacation and didn't feel effects until week 3.  Downside is constipation. Miralax and prune juice is a staple now. For me it is hope and control in a bottle."


"Excellent medicine."


"Have been taking Remeron for a few weeks now. Sleeping a lot better but isn't really doing much for anxiety. Sort of making it a little worse. First time I have ever taken it so maybe it will take a little longer but so far so good."


"I'm naturally depressed/anxious, but this medicine has made it so much worse. Panic attacks, headaches, suicidal thoughts. Awful experience."


"I have tried 3 other medications and this is the only one that worked well for me. All others were either too strong, causing stomach pain, or they would help for a few hours, then the pain would come back. Moving around was easier and I had no side effects from this medication. Answer to my prayers!"


"I took the Ducolax around 10:30 pm( not with enough water), and I thought it wasn't going to work because most laxatives work very fast for me. Around 2:44 am my stomach was cramping extremely bad . I went to the bathroom and just sat there waiting for it to come , but I start feeling sick . Once I went back to my room I look at reviews of the product and saw that what was going on was normal . When I read most of them I seen WATER!! WATER!!!! WATER!!!!... So I went downstairs and dranked almost 3 big cups of water and at about 6 pm... It was over the diarrhea started. Water is the key if you drink a lot in the beginning you will be just fine"


"I had surgery for a benign brain tumor over 8 yrs. ago; Gamma Knife radiation surgery 3 yrs. ago. The Gamma Knife surgery left me with scar tissue that caused me to have my first partial seizure. This required me to remain on seizure medication, levetiracetam.
To prevent recurrent seizures, I was on a dose of 1,000 mg./ 2x's day. I was on this dosage for over 2 yrs. No seizures, but side effects crept up slowly: bad memory loss, difficulty finding words, fatigue, weight gain. Then, the intolerable ones: deep depression, mood swings, crazy flip-out anger. It just kept getting worse, until I couldn't wait to get off of it! My doctor called it the "Keppra Rage". I guess this is well- known side effect that I could not tolerate."


"I have been taking metoprolol for around 2 years, just recently going from 50mg to 100mg. My BP was crazy high with tachycardia quite bad beforehand. They have helped me a hell of a lot but l do have tiredness almost daily. I had no tachycardia bouts until recently and also weird fluttering feeling over the past few weeks. BP was still up a little so my doc has advised me to take 100mg which l have only started taking over the past 24 hours. So far no fluttering or palpitation feeling! I also no longer suffer with migraines!!!"


"Well, like many here I sat here and went through all these reviews at least twice probably more. September 8 was the start of my period then on the 18 I committed the act with the bf. Chance of pregnancy definitely minor but I was paranoid so he purchased the plan b one step. For approximately for 15 days I had light cramps and I do believe I also acquired a UTI. I was also fatigued had headache here and there and also had diarrhea tender breasts And on the 15 day today Mother Nature graced me with aunt flow. I am also way over the weight by at least 10-15 lbs over actually so the weight limit don't even worry about it. But when your period comes prepare yourself for some cramps"


"Insomnia has plagued me for years. I'm a night owl by nature, but my job as a health professional requires early hours and a high level of alertness. Started with Ambien, used both regular and controlled release. The early morning fog was horrendous...I narrowly avoided getting killed when I fell asleep at the wheel going into work. Next was Lunesta, which left a terrible metallic taste in my mouth, rendering most food virtually inedible. Great for dieting, but not what I was looking for. Trazodone has been an absolute god-send. 50mg, one hour before bed, no hangover, good to go for two years running. Words of caution: although not addicting, it does take a few days to readjust to "normal" sleep patterns. And don't miss the sleep window!"


"I have been on this birth control for about 2 to 3 months. I have TERRIBLE menstrual cramps, acne did clear up. Heavy bleeding during period but no breakthrough bleeding. Not pregnant! VERY MOODY and Cry over sad songs and sad commercials. I'm going back to the doctor in a few weeks and changing."


"I am 57 and have tried all the popular ED meds, having low T makes getting and keeping and erection a problem but I personally like Levitra 20 mg, can get rock hard within 20 or 30 minutes of taking it and its good for several hours afterwards, had 3 orgasms within an 6-7 hour time frame which is about what I could do at age 20, so impressive. Mild headache, flushing and nausea but not bad. Viagra gave me similar results but not as effective for a long as the Levitra. Cialis is a no go for me. Bad leg cramps."


"Was put on Haldol after being put on several atypicals: Abilify (no effect), Risperdal (high blood pressure/ heart arrhythmia), Geodon (panic attacks/ nightmares). Glad I was switched. Have noticed some side effects with Haldol (slight tremor/ restlessness) but nothing serious. Will definitely be sticking with this medication. Works better for me than the newer meds."


"I had Depo Provera for 3 years which I did love and never had a period. After awhile I started to lose my sex drive. My friend recommended Implanon, so I decided to try it out. The numbing shot was the worst part and it was only a cold sensation. While inserting the device the doctor commented "Your skin is tight, you may feel pressure." I did not feel a THING!! The next day it was a little tender but not bad, did have some itching but that is normal for anything healing, had small bruise few days, very light bleeding for about a week, still have no period, and increased sex drive. There is now a small scar but it is nothing noticeable. I will definitely be getting another reinserted once this ones 3 years is up. I have had it since Oct '12."


"I am totally shocked, but it actually worked. Extremely well. If only I had discovered this sooner I might still have a boyfriend...."


"My experience on this shot was.. Awful, to say the least. I gained 40 lbs and became extremely depressed, and started having anxiety. I only got the shot 3 times and gained that much weight.. I am now struggling with body image due to this shot. It had a huge effect on my joints as well. I am now weak, always sick, have stomach issues, and am always tired. I never had any of these symptoms before starting it. Not to mention, it didn't help my period at all. I was having if for 3 weeks straight, and a day between then I'd start again. I was perfectly healthy and it has ruined my life. Never take this medicine."


"I started this medicine about 5 years ago. Sometime in December of 2014 I started experiencing terrible separation anxiety, general anxiety, and depression symptoms. After about three months of my boyfriend helping me work though these experiences I remembered that this medicine has possible side effects listed as mood changes. On my last visit to the doctor in the second week of April, my doctor took me off this medicine. Since I stopped my side effects have mostly subsided. I've always been an emotional person but i'm no longer having massive screaming, crying, crippling breakdown.

I'm 17, it worked great for my asthma but the cost (my mental health) out weighed the gain."


"As a heathcare professional having given Mucomyst to patients over more than 30 year career, I've yet to observe any benefit from the aerosolization of this med. I don't want to minimize the previous comments. Used during a bronchoscopy in liquid wash, it will dissolve thick mucus quickly and effectively but the benefit of aerosolization has not been demonstrated or established in any controlled study. Also, after more than 24 hours of use, the lung tissue will begin to "weep," this is a very caustic substance to lung. Too often it's order for a specific problem area of the lung. As the laws of nature take effect in that gas follows the path of least resistance, Mucomyst is delivered to all areas of lung with minimal effect to the problem."


"Currently almost the 3rd week in the first month, I noticed immediately the change, I started the pill the first Sunday after the first day of my period, it killed my period dead in its tracks, stopped all heavy bleeding, I don't feel any more cysts or deadly sharp pains. This product works as far as getting rid of the period, but the side effects are bad. I feel bipolar. I'll be so angry with life, then I'll get depressed, then I'll be lethargic for days. It's only been 3 weeks and I KNOW I have to let my body get used to these new pills, but it's hard mentally. I'm rarely happy. No sex drive. No energy. I am starting to get some of the sharp pains back, as well as throwing up after every time I eat and constantly dizzy."


"Methadone is a lifesaver. It gives me that freedom to get through the day with the pain that I have. It is better than any other pain killer out there hands down. I dont have to worry about do I need More or cravings like other pain killers."


"I had had Implanon for a year and at first it was fine. Some breakthrough bleeding but eventually got to regular periods. And when closing in on a year with the implant I had my period for a month. I can't describe the difference in the period either, it was excessive.
This birth control does what it is supposed to but with side effects. I had a good 8 months on it but I am getting it out next week. No woman wants to be on their period like that and never knowing when to expect it or how long it will last."


"I diagnosed myself after reading a pamphlet in the Doctors office the other day.  It was like reading the story of my life for the last couple of years.  She put me on Nuvigil and I'm currently on my second day of it.  I've noticed a lot more awakeness and anxiety.  Slight heart issues I think like racing from time to time and one severely sharp pain yesterday but otherwise I really feel much better.  Too bad it's too late to save my marriage but at least I will be able to build a new life where before there would have been no way to cope.  Wish me luck guys.  I've had no headaches or jaw issues either."


"I suffer from sinusitis probably 3-4 times a year and everytime I go to my regular doctor he would prescribe, amoxicillin. I found this drug to take up to 2-3 days to begin its effect, but also had to deal with 3 tablets a day for 10 days. Recently I contracted it, and amoxicillin failed to rid me of my sickness so my doctor gave me avelox. This is my third day on it and almost all the symptoms have disappeared. Probably the only problem I've experienced with this is mild-moderate nausea when first ingesting the pill. This lasted anywhere from 5-10 minutes. Other than that, even on the first day I could feel myself feeling better. Definitely will choose this route next time."


"20 mg ER dosage does very little for pain stemming from my degenerative cervical and lumbar spinal discs. One tablet gives me only about two hours of relief. I am going to ask my doctor to put me back on 80 mg Oxycodone, regardless of the outrageous price."


"This medication is okay. It only works if I also use benzoyl peroxide. I have to use it religiously. I still get cystic acne occasionally. It makes my skin feel oily. It's okay. It takes many years to get rid of scarring from the acne. I have tried many drug combinations and in my experience they all work equally well or bad depending on how consistently you use the drug. Retin A is no miracle."


"I am 65 with osteoarthritis in both knees.  I received my second injection in my left knee today.  There has been a very noticeable improvement in my joint pain...almost gone.  I cannot wait to get the right knee done!"


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


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"I just tried these as one of the many samples I was given. This is my least favorite because I am burping a fish taste within two hours of taking them. I hate fish so to me this is very nauseating. I haven't had this issue with any others."


"Started out fine but after 3 weeks I started to experience sharp pains in my chest and abdomen. Still need to see doctor."


"Best thing I've ever done... Blood sugar is down and no side effects!!"


"I turned 50 and found I had difficulty in obtaining a good erection, the wife suggested we give Viagra a try and was prescribed 50mg tablets.

Tried one the first night and within 45 minutes felt flushed and very excited, went to the bathroom and after a little coaxing came out with the biggest erection I had for years much to my wife's pleasure.

Climax was very intense and was able to get erect again shortly afterwards.

Used three tablets in the two weeks and satisfaction to both myself and my wife every time."


"I've been on three different kinds of birth control. I used this one twice in the past and had horrible experiences. This pill gave me awful depression from the first day of use (both instances). I could only stay on it three weeks the first try, and one night the second. If you are someone with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or similar, I would suggest strongly against taking this oral contraceptive. It gave me suicidal thoughts that followed into my dreams. Traumatizing experience. If I could rate it lower, I would."


"Pure torture  I am 5w2d preg and have developed a yeast infection , was told monostat 7 was safe to use but OMG IT IS WORSE THAN THE YEAST INFECTION !! Not 2 minutes after I inserted the cream I had the most intense itching and burning I have ever had in my life ! And I have been to the bathroom with water and a wash cloth 10 times since wiping until it is about raw down there and everytime a little more trickles out the torture begins again !!! Never will I buy this again !!! I will be calling the doctor for some other course of treatment !"